There's A Restaurant In Illinois That Lets You Dine On Your Own Private Boat
By Elizabeth Crozier|Published November 30, 2017
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Elizabeth Crozier
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An Illinois transplant who grew up and went to school in Indiana for 22 years, Elizabeth holds a BFA in creative writing and has enjoyed traveling across the country and parts of Europe. She has visited half of the states, as well as parts of Canada, Mexico, and the Caribbean, and regularly travels home to the Hoosier State to see friends and family. With more than five years of writing experience, Elizabeth’s articles have been featured on several websites, and her poetry and short stories have been published in multiple literary journals.
For lovers of the sea, there’s a nautical restaurant in Illinois that can’t be ignored. Whether you love dining by the water or on it, this eatery will make all your dreams come true.
Enjoy epic views and marvelous eats at this top-notch, riverside restaurant. Keep scrolling for more details.
Port Edward was founded in 1964 and is located in downtown Algonquin along the Fox River. Open for lunch, dinner, and late night drinks, this is one of the most unique eateries in Illinois.
The restaurant features a fun yet relaxed atmosphere locals love to enjoy time and again. It is open for lunch and dinner on Fridays and Saturdays while Tuesday through Thursday hours are just 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. Sundays consist of brunch and dinner hours.
The best thing about this place is its unique dining options. Built in 1934, the "Porpoise" floats in an indoor harbor, though it used to call the waters of the Great Lakes home. The cabin seats four and is available to reserve for special occasions.
Additional seating includes the Secret Room, Salem Lounge, the Lobster Cove, the Old Deck, and the Navigator's Room as well as other indoor rooms with views of the Fox River.
This eatery is known for seafood and steak dishes, and it delivers amazing tastes daily with fresh mussels, shrimp, calamari, crab, scallops, lobster, and different types of fish.
Additional entrees include filet Mignon, rib eye, lamb chops, burgers, and other sandwiches. There are also many appetizers and desserts you can't help but indulge in.
The Sunday brunch menu includes eggs Benedict, cheese blintzes, waffles, biscuits and gravy, and desserts like creme brulée and bread pudding.
Additional attractions at this nautical restaurant include live music and a full wine cellar. It has also won honors and awards from various websites and other entities, naming it the most unique restaurant in Illinois.
