Charlie's in Belleville has quickly become my new go-to spot! The recent remodel is stunning, clean, and welcoming with just the right mix of charm and comfort. You can tell they put a lot of thought and care into every detail.
The food? Fantastic. Every dish we ordered was fresh, flavorful, and plated to perfection. The drinks were equally impressive—strong, creative, and served up fast. Whether you're in the mood for a casual bite or a night out, they've got you covered.
What really sets Charlie’s apart is the staff. Super friendly, attentive, and genuinely seem to love what they do. From the moment we walked in, we were treated like regulars.
If you haven’t checked out the new Charlie’s yet, do yourself a favor and go. Belleville needed a place like this—can’t wait to come back!
Michael Wayne
skip the corporate restaurant and grab some steak and potatoes and cold beverages from a friendly neighborhood bar and grill
Fred Bauer
Kitchen closes at 9. Google says that are open till midnight
Garry West
Good food, great service.
sutherlandk19
Visited on Halloween night, and it was everything I hoped for and more! Our server, Adrianna, was incredibly kind and gave us spot-on recommendations. We started with the honey Sriracha chicken wings, which were some of the best wings I’ve ever had. They’re made with a homemade dill pickle brine and dipped in their dill ranch—unreal flavor!
For my main, I tried the Belleville Bangers (highly recommended in other reviews), paired with a honey crisp apple Brick River Cider. The dish was amazing, especially the mashed potatoes—easily the best in the area. A side of sauerkraut would be a perfect addition to this meal. My date had the Belleville Trash Chicken with a Belleville classic, Stag beer. The fries were to die for, fried perfectly in a style that’s hard to find. And as a Belleville native, I loved knowing the pickles were made in-house—they reminded me of my grandma’s recipe.
The space is newly renovated but keeps an old-school charm, and the staff, including the owner, were super welcoming. Halloween decor was festive, and we even spotted Fred Flintstone and Mike Myers enjoying drinks at the bar. The location on the corner of historic Abend Street adds to the timeless feel.
They also have a dart board in the back and TouchTunes, which is great if you want to play your own music. I read fantastic things about their ribeye, but unfortunately, it wasn’t available because not enough people order it. I hope more people start asking for it so I can try it.
Incredible food (and shockingly delicious for a dive bar), welcoming vibe, and a must-visit spot for anyone in Belleville. I'll be back soon to try the ribeye and pot roast.
Benjamin Altman
Great place! The food has all been excellent, the beer selections are good, and the staff are super friendly! We've had quite a few things, off both the lunch and dinner menus, and enjoyed it all. This is a friendly and casual local place, but with a very polished feel, and clearly dedicated cooks.
Andras M Marton
Overall, a great first-time experience that exceeded our expectations!
Sue Wickland Ross
I absolutely love this place! The food is delicious and the atmosphere is so very friendly! Highly recommend you check this place out. Truthfully, it’s my new favorite place in Belleville. ❤️
Ella Beauchamp
Amazing food, people, and atmosphère! It was my first time and trust i will be coming back.
I ordered my family a couple of To-Go’s last night on my way out of Belleville area……Pot Roast sandwich, and Pub Burger, and wings, all were ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️, my husband had the Pot Roast next day for lunch, texting me “Best Lunch Ever, thank you!” Wish we lived closer (Columbia, IL) but will get there as often as we can!! Great Job!!!
Matthew Scott
The food was delicious, the staff was friendly and attentive, and the atmosphere was great. A perfect local bar to get good food, drinks, and have good times.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Bar Taps, Trash Chicken Sandwich
phill george
Food was amazing. My steak was cooked perfectly. Hostess was friendly a same with waitress. Only down side was tables were very close a very noisy. Should used the game room for more seating.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Mark Kern
Great food. Great atmosphere. Great drinks. Great service. Very happy Charlie’s is renovated and renewed! We highly recommend going here!
Mike Hall
Excellent food and drinks. Friendly and attentive staff.
Good bar food. Nice lunch menu
Charlie's in Belleville has quickly become my new go-to spot! The recent remodel is stunning, clean, and welcoming with just the right mix of charm and comfort. You can tell they put a lot of thought and care into every detail.
The food? Fantastic. Every dish we ordered was fresh, flavorful, and plated to perfection. The drinks were equally impressive—strong, creative, and served up fast. Whether you're in the mood for a casual bite or a night out, they've got you covered.
What really sets Charlie’s apart is the staff. Super friendly, attentive, and genuinely seem to love what they do. From the moment we walked in, we were treated like regulars.
If you haven’t checked out the new Charlie’s yet, do yourself a favor and go. Belleville needed a place like this—can’t wait to come back!
skip the corporate restaurant and grab some steak and potatoes and cold beverages from a friendly neighborhood bar and grill
Kitchen closes at 9. Google says that are open till midnight
Good food, great service.
Visited on Halloween night, and it was everything I hoped for and more! Our server, Adrianna, was incredibly kind and gave us spot-on recommendations. We started with the honey Sriracha chicken wings, which were some of the best wings I’ve ever had. They’re made with a homemade dill pickle brine and dipped in their dill ranch—unreal flavor!
For my main, I tried the Belleville Bangers (highly recommended in other reviews), paired with a honey crisp apple Brick River Cider. The dish was amazing, especially the mashed potatoes—easily the best in the area. A side of sauerkraut would be a perfect addition to this meal. My date had the Belleville Trash Chicken with a Belleville classic, Stag beer. The fries were to die for, fried perfectly in a style that’s hard to find. And as a Belleville native, I loved knowing the pickles were made in-house—they reminded me of my grandma’s recipe.
The space is newly renovated but keeps an old-school charm, and the staff, including the owner, were super welcoming. Halloween decor was festive, and we even spotted Fred Flintstone and Mike Myers enjoying drinks at the bar. The location on the corner of historic Abend Street adds to the timeless feel.
They also have a dart board in the back and TouchTunes, which is great if you want to play your own music. I read fantastic things about their ribeye, but unfortunately, it wasn’t available because not enough people order it. I hope more people start asking for it so I can try it.
Incredible food (and shockingly delicious for a dive bar), welcoming vibe, and a must-visit spot for anyone in Belleville.
I'll be back soon to try the ribeye and pot roast.
Great place! The food has all been excellent, the beer selections are good, and the staff are super friendly! We've had quite a few things, off both the lunch and dinner menus, and enjoyed it all. This is a friendly and casual local place, but with a very polished feel, and clearly dedicated cooks.
Overall, a great first-time experience that exceeded our expectations!
I absolutely love this place! The food is delicious and the atmosphere is so very friendly! Highly recommend you check this place out. Truthfully, it’s my new favorite place in Belleville. ❤️
Amazing food, people, and atmosphère! It was my first time and trust i will be coming back.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Cheese Curds, Wings
Restaurantji Recommends
I ordered my family a couple of To-Go’s last night on my way out of Belleville area……Pot Roast sandwich, and Pub Burger, and wings, all were ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️, my husband had the Pot Roast next day for lunch, texting me “Best Lunch Ever, thank you!” Wish we lived closer (Columbia, IL) but will get there as often as we can!! Great Job!!!
The food was delicious, the staff was friendly and attentive, and the atmosphere was great. A perfect local bar to get good food, drinks, and have good times.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Bar Taps, Trash Chicken Sandwich
Food was amazing. My steak was cooked perfectly. Hostess was friendly a same with waitress. Only down side was tables were very close a very noisy. Should used the game room for more seating.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great food. Great atmosphere. Great drinks. Great service. Very happy Charlie’s is renovated and renewed! We highly recommend going here!
Excellent food and drinks. Friendly and attentive staff.
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