I&M Canal Visitor Center & Lock 16 Gift Shop
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754 1st St, La Salle
(815) 220-1848
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Hours
Monday | 9AM - 4PM |
Tuesday | 9AM - 4PM |
Wednesday | 9AM - 4PM |
Thursday | 9AM - 4PM |
Friday | 9AM - 4PM |
Saturday | 9AM - 4PM |
Sunday | 9AM - 4PM |
The I&M Canal Visitor Center & Lock 16 Gift Shop is a charming cafe that offers indoor and outdoor seating. It features a gift shop with a unique collection of historical items. Visitors can rent a bike or enjoy a boat ride on the I&M Canal pulled by a mule. The cafe serves delicious meals like quiche and veggie wraps, as well as a variety of homemade soups, sandwiches, salads, and even breakfast items. Customers praise the friendly and knowledgeable staff, the clean bathrooms, and the affordable lunch options, such as the "amazing lunch trio" for only $13. The cafe is known for its exceptional pie crust and is a must-visit spot for its clever mix of coffee, history, and shopping.