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Firefly Grill, Effingham, IL

Firefly Grill

4.8
4.8
3040 Reviews
$30 and under
Unspecified

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 11 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Good for groups
The kitchen is the heart of the Campbell house which is why we created an expedition kitchen so customers can see all of the love and hard work that goes into our dishes. firefly's vision is a sustainable one; the frame of the building is recycled steel, all of the barn wood is reclaimed as is much of our furniture, the pond irrigates our gardens which greatly reduce our carbon footprint along with all the trash that comes with packaging food, we compost, are constantly upgrading our energy efficiency and NEVER use chemical fertilizers or pesticides in our garden.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Unspecified
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Tue–Thu 11:00 am–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–10:00 pm Sun 10:00 am–2:00 am
  • Phone number
    (217) 342-2002
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Niall D. Campbell II
  • Catering
    From elegant hors d’oeuvres to award-winning farm & table dishes, firefly grill has options for every setting and every appetite. We’re happy to create a customized menu for your event.
  • Private party facilities
    Looking for the perfect space to hold an event? Stop searching and discover firefly events from corporate and pharmaceutical dinners to baby showers, bridal showers and anniversary parties we’ve got you covered.
  • Private party contact
    Maria Reynoso: (217) 342-2548
  • Area
    Effingham
  • Cross Street
    Keller Drive
  • Parking details
    Accessible on all levels.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 3,040 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Central Illinois

    Best Overall

  • Central Illinois

    Best Food

  • Central Illinois

    Best Service

  • Central Illinois

    Best Ambience

  • Central Illinois

    Good for groups

  • Central Illinois

    Healthy

  • Central Illinois

    Neighbourhood gem

  • Central Illinois

    Romantic

  • Central Illinois

    Good for special occasions

  • Central Illinois

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Firefly Grill delights with its "excellent food" and "attentive service" in a charming atmosphere. Diners praise the "farm-fresh ingredients" and "creative dishes," making it a "top dining experience." The restaurant's inviting ambiance and diverse menu ensure a memorable visit, making it a "hidden gem" worth the drive.

3,040 Reviews
  1. marsha

    Seattle8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We ate here while passing through the area. The reviews are spot on. Food was excellent although pricey (like everywhere else these days). Alcohol in particular was costly for a glass of wine. We had bangers & mash, and steak. Both prepared perfectly and quite tasty. Server was friendly and attentive. Overall it is a great restaurant. We'd come back next time we are in town.
    Firefly GrillResponded 5 days ago
    Marsha, thank you for your kind review! We're so glad you enjoyed the bangers & mash and steak, and that our service met your expectations. We truly appreciate your feedback and are thrilled to hear you'd return on your next visit. We look forward to welcoming you again!

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  2. OpenTable Diner VIP

    Milwaukee2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The restaurant was beautiful! The food was amazing! The service was exceptional! Highly recommend!
    Firefly GrillResponded 5 days ago
    Thank you for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed the food, service, and atmosphere. Your recommendation means a lot to us, and we look forward to welcoming you back soon!

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  3. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago4 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 2 March 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    I was hoping for an acknowledgment of my nephews 21st birthday as I had made a comment on the reason for my reservation when asked on the open table app.
    Firefly GrillResponded 5 days ago
    Thank you for sharing your feedback. We sincerely apologize for not acknowledging your nephew's 21st birthday as you had requested. We always want to make special occasions memorable and will work on ensuring this doesn’t happen again. We appreciate your understanding and hope to have the opportunity to make it right next time.

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  4. michael

    Chicago9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 1 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Staff was great, food excellent. Are waitress was excellent
    Firefly GrillResponded 5 days ago
    Michael, thank you for your kind words! We're so glad to hear you enjoyed the food and received excellent service. We’ll be sure to pass along your compliments to your waitress. We hope to see you again soon!

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  5. SREI

    Chicago10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 1 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food. Perfect service. Always a great experience.
    Firefly GrillResponded 5 days ago
    Thank you for your wonderful review! We're so glad to hear that you had a great experience with both the food and service. We look forward to welcoming you back again soon!

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  6. Rick

    Columbus4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 19 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had pork porterhouse and 8oz filet, both we absolutely delicious. Service was fantastic. Both we cooked perfectly. Wish it was closer to our house so we could go there more frequently. Worth every penny.
    Firefly GrillResponded on 24 February 2025
    Rick, thank you for your wonderful feedback! We’re so glad you enjoyed the pork porterhouse, filet, and our service. It’s great to know it was worth the visit, even if we’re not right around the corner. We’d love to have you back anytime you're in the area!

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  7. trisha

    Chicago5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 16 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Valentine brunch absolutely delicious!! Ever course, bite sip perfect. Dylan was a fantastic server as well.
    Firefly GrillResponded on 18 February 2025
    Trisha, thank you for the amazing feedback! We're so happy to hear you enjoyed the Valentine’s brunch, and we'll be sure to pass along your kind words to Dylan. We can't wait to welcome you back for another perfect experience!

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    E. Tennessee1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 16 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I highly recommend the Valentines day taster. It was a great experience. The food and cocktails were fantastic.
    Firefly GrillResponded on 18 February 2025
    Thank you for the wonderful recommendation! We're so glad to hear you enjoyed the Valentine’s Day Tasting Menu, and that the food and cocktails were fantastic. We look forward to having you back for another great experience!

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  9. Brent

    Chicago2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 15 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The tasting menu is a a wonderful experience. Love trying new things.
    Firefly GrillResponded on 18 February 2025
    Brent, thank you for your kind words! We’re so glad you enjoyed the tasting menu and had fun trying new dishes. We look forward to offering you more exciting experiences in the future!

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  10. Hannah

    Chicago1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 15 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My husband and I went to Firefly Grill for their Valentine’s Day tasting menu. We’ve been to Firefly a handful of times before tonight for their regular menu, but we were eager to try their tasting menu. They offered a 4, 6, or 8 course option with the option to add wine parings as well. Everything tasted amazing and the wine parings were wonderful. I would love to see them do other tasting menus from time to time.
    Firefly GrillResponded on 18 February 2025
    Hannah, thank you for sharing your experience! We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed the Valentine’s Day tasting menu and wine pairings. We do offer a couple of tasting menus a year, including for Mother’s Day and New Year’s, and we appreciate your suggestion for more. We can’t wait to welcome you back!

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FAQs

Firefly Grill offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (217) 342-2002.

Firefly Grill is rated 4.8 stars by 3040 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a booking

2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 11 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Firefly Grill

1810 Avenue of Mid-America, Effingham, IL 62401

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Keller Drive
  • Area
    Effingham
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Tue–Thu 11:00 am–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–10:00 pm Sun 10:00 am–2:00 am
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Unspecified
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Accessible on all levels.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Niall D. Campbell II
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (217) 342-2002
  • Catering
    From elegant hors d’oeuvres to award-winning farm & table dishes, firefly grill has options for every setting and every appetite. We’re happy to create a customized menu for your event.
  • Private party facilities
    Looking for the perfect space to hold an event? Stop searching and discover firefly events from corporate and pharmaceutical dinners to baby showers, bridal showers and anniversary parties we’ve got you covered.
  • Private party contact
    Maria Reynoso: (217) 342-2548
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