We stopped at Annie’s Frozen Custard & Café in Nauvoo, Illinois, and ended up going three days in a row — it’s that good! The biscuits and sausage gravy were perfectly seasoned and comforting, and the Wagon Wheel cinnamon roll was absolutely unforgettable — soft, sweet, and made with love.
One of the best parts was meeting the owner, who was kind, welcoming, and truly invested in the community. She hires and supports local staff, and it shows in the warm, friendly service.
We’re from the South, and this place felt like a little taste of home. We’ll definitely be back next time we’re in town!
Candice Harris
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
A Hidden Gem in Nauvoo!
I had the absolute pleasure of enjoying breakfast at Annie and Custard Café, and wow — it was unforgettable! The atmosphere is warm and welcoming, but the food is what truly steals the show.
The cinnamon rolls — lovingly called “Wagon Wheels” — were massive, gooey, and perfectly spiced. They alone are worth the trip. I also tried the biscuits and gravy, which were rich, comforting, and full of flavor, and the rosemary potatoes were crisp on the outside, soft on the inside, and wonderfully seasoned.
Everything tasted homemade and prepared with care. You can tell this place puts love into every dish. If you’re anywhere near Nauvoo, don’t miss this spot — your tastebuds will thank you!
Drew Fullmer
Tasty burger joint!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
Jimmy Bondo
Kinda sad that you can't just order a waffle with butter and syrup.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 1
Service: 1
B Leavitt
It's a nice place for a small town. They are open late, but there is no guarantee that they will have any food or custard left to serve.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Lemon
Cindy Thomas
Lemon and chocolate custard double scoop - 10 out 10 recommend. Delicious!!
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 3
Recommended dishes: Lemon Custard
David Graham
Good Food, Custard, and the Workers! Glad that they added more items on the menu.
Parking: Most of the Parking is in the back of the building.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Hot Fudge, Lemon Custard
james roberts
More than just Frozen Custard. Salads, sandwiches and soup too.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Taylor Wood
We go there for Sam- he is the owner. He is so awesome and instantly friendly! A fine businessman and restauranteur!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Jessica Fazzini
The ice cream here was incredulous. Really hit the spot on a hot summer July day.
Toasted Coconut and salted caramel custard was excellent.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
John Ahlander
Best dessert in Nauvoo. Love the custard and brownies (together). Open late after pageant.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 4
Eric Stevens
I cannot recommend this cafe enough!! My daughters are particular about the food and the way it is cooked, and the staff dropped everything to listen and learn about the ways they liked their food so they were able to eat with us. I am so thankful for the staff, the delicious paninis, and the cute atmosphere this restaurant brought to Nauvoo. If you stop in and find a girl with a backwards hat working, you NEED to talk to her. She is so full of life and is such a joy to have as someone who is able to help. The boy scooping was quick! The moment we placed our custard order it was already out for us to eat! If you do come in, I highly recommend getting the 9:37 or the teriyaki panini!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Teriyaki Chicken Waffle
Katie Andersen
Yum!! The custard is fantastic but the food is excellent too! Too quality and so good! The strawberry salad tastes so good after walking around on a hot day! And Annie's is the place to be for a late night treat!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Pekka Puikkonen
Great custard. I tried pineapple and lemon for the sour fruit kick and I wasn't disappointed.
We stopped at Annie’s Frozen Custard & Café in Nauvoo, Illinois, and ended up going three days in a row — it’s that good! The biscuits and sausage gravy were perfectly seasoned and comforting, and the Wagon Wheel cinnamon roll was absolutely unforgettable — soft, sweet, and made with love. One of the best parts was meeting the owner, who was kind, welcoming, and truly invested in the community. She hires and supports local staff, and it shows in the warm, friendly service. We’re from the South, and this place felt like a little taste of home. We’ll definitely be back next time we’re in town!
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ A Hidden Gem in Nauvoo! I had the absolute pleasure of enjoying breakfast at Annie and Custard Café, and wow — it was unforgettable! The atmosphere is warm and welcoming, but the food is what truly steals the show. The cinnamon rolls — lovingly called “Wagon Wheels” — were massive, gooey, and perfectly spiced. They alone are worth the trip. I also tried the biscuits and gravy, which were rich, comforting, and full of flavor, and the rosemary potatoes were crisp on the outside, soft on the inside, and wonderfully seasoned. Everything tasted homemade and prepared with care. You can tell this place puts love into every dish. If you’re anywhere near Nauvoo, don’t miss this spot — your tastebuds will thank you!
Tasty burger joint!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
Kinda sad that you can't just order a waffle with butter and syrup.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 1
Service: 1
It's a nice place for a small town. They are open late, but there is no guarantee that they will have any food or custard left to serve.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Lemon
Lemon and chocolate custard double scoop - 10 out 10 recommend. Delicious!!
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 3
Recommended dishes: Lemon Custard
Good Food, Custard, and the Workers! Glad that they added more items on the menu.
Parking: Most of the Parking is in the back of the building.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Hot Fudge, Lemon Custard
More than just Frozen Custard. Salads, sandwiches and soup too.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
We go there for Sam- he is the owner. He is so awesome and instantly friendly! A fine businessman and restauranteur!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The ice cream here was incredulous. Really hit the spot on a hot summer July day.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Restaurantji Recommends
Toasted Coconut and salted caramel custard was excellent.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Best dessert in Nauvoo. Love the custard and brownies (together). Open late after pageant.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 4
I cannot recommend this cafe enough!! My daughters are particular about the food and the way it is cooked, and the staff dropped everything to listen and learn about the ways they liked their food so they were able to eat with us. I am so thankful for the staff, the delicious paninis, and the cute atmosphere this restaurant brought to Nauvoo. If you stop in and find a girl with a backwards hat working, you NEED to talk to her. She is so full of life and is such a joy to have as someone who is able to help. The boy scooping was quick! The moment we placed our custard order it was already out for us to eat! If you do come in, I highly recommend getting the 9:37 or the teriyaki panini!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Teriyaki Chicken Waffle
Yum!! The custard is fantastic but the food is excellent too! Too quality and so good! The strawberry salad tastes so good after walking around on a hot day! And Annie's is the place to be for a late night treat!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great custard. I tried pineapple and lemon for the sour fruit kick and I wasn't disappointed.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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