The small village of Annawan, Illinois offers just two options for someone seeking a cocktail or a cold beer, one with food available and one without. The limited choices make sense as according to its website, Annawan, Illinois, is just a village of 900.
Front Street Tap
319 W. Front Street
(309) 935-6997
The Front Street Tap is a long-time resident of Annawan. The tiny establishment serves only beer and liquor, with no food service available. Its decor is decidedly functional and tavern style and the bar accepts all customers without any dress code. There is no special time to visit, no reservations required and no specialty drink for the house, although there is a happy hour from 5 – 7 PM.
Blackburn’s Roadhouse
101 S East St, Annawan, IL 61234
(309) 935-6690
Blackburn’s Roadhouse started a year ago by two sisters, known collectively in the community as “the Blackburn sisters.” Their establishment serves both food and alcohol. Breakfast is offered three days per week and lunch and dinner is served daily except for Tuesdays when the business is closed.
Except for the three mornings that the Blackburn’s opens for breakfast, the business is open from 10 AM to 1 AM. The 6,000 square foot space allows for a separate dining area and bar and allows the proprietors to offer their establishment as a party space, wedding rehearsal dinner or company luncheons.
Food is American casual and a buffet offers multiple choices for any diner. Blackburn’s Roadhouse is described by the owners as “family friendly” until 10 PM and “motorcycle friendly.” An outdoor cookout is offered during the warm months every Sunday with all food grilled by the staff.
Blackburn’s has no dress code and reservations are not required. Happy hour is from 5 PM to 7 PM each evening. There is a full bar offering beer, liquor and a limited choice of wines.
Convenience Stores
In the event that the two bars are unavailable, local convenience stores may be a source for an alcoholic beverage:
Beck Oil Company
301 N Canal St, Annawan, IL 61234
(309) 935-6760
Annawan Shell
306 N Canal St, Annawan, IL 61234
(309) 935-6115
Phillips 66
301 N Canal St, Annawan, IL 61234
(309) 935-5233
Grocers
In the event that the two bars are unavailable, the village market may be source for an alcoholic beverage:
Annawan Hometown Market
322 W Front St, Annawan, IL 61234
(309) 935-6381