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Cerno's Bar & Grill

About Us

Cerno's Bar & Grill, located in Kewanee, IL, stands out as the top choice for dining and socializing in Henry County and the surrounding areas. Renowned for our delightful food and exceptional service, we proudly serve an impressive selection of 30 beers on tap. Our vibrant establishment welcomes guests until 2am daily, while our kitchen dishes up delectable meals until 9PM. Make Cerno's Bar & Grill in Kewanee your destination for a memorable experience today!


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Henry County, IL | Kewanee, IL


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Testimonials

On 8/24/2025 Judy Meyerhoff had this to say:
They have good food & great chicken. Their bar was imported from Belgium & made out of mahogany. Pabst Blue Ribbon had it built & shipped here in 1893 for the World Fair in Chicago. Pabst moved the bar to Kewanee in 1898 & the man who owned the restaurant at that time purchased it. It's worth stopping in to get a bite to eat & see this beautiful piece of history.

On 8/23/2025 Chasity Holton had this to say:
They have the best grilled salmon! The staff is friendly.

On 8/23/2025 Carl Graddy had this to say:
$1 Pabst Blue Ribbon On Draft and a Cheeseburger: A Road Trip to Kewanee, Illinois During my recent stay in Morton, IL, I took a 50-mile trip North to Kewanee for lunch and discovered a gem: a bar that's been serving since 1898, with $1 Pabst Blue Ribbon drafts and delicious burgers. Kewanee, a quaint town with a population of about 12,500, is known for its agricultural roots and baseball history. It was also home to the Kewanee Boiler Corporation for over a century. Cerno's Bar & Grill, in downtown, is a must-visit. One of the oldest bars in Central Illinois, it features an epic 50-foot mahogany bar imported from Belgium by the Pabst Brewing Company after the Chicago World's Fair. The bar with hand-carved figurines made of wood and original brass fixtures, and the ambiance takes you straight back to the early 1900s. Though not a "tied-house", Cerno’s proudly serves $1 PBR drafts all day, every day. The menu is impressive, with daily and weekly specials. I enjoyed the PBR Burger—a deep-fried creation with pepper jack cheese and Sriracha cream sauce, served with crispy fries. Everything from the food to the service was exceptional. I can't wait to return for another round of that ice-cold $1 PBR on draft and more delicious food. If you find yourself in Central Illinois, make sure to stop by Cerno’s Bar & Grill.

On 8/22/2025 Deb Adams had this to say:
Sidney is fantastic! Excellent service and extremely friendly! Thanks Sid.

On 8/22/2025 Valerie Barnett had this to say:
Great food and atmosphere. The bar is phenomenal. Worth the drive.


Contact Us

Cerno's Bar & Grill
213 W 3rd St Kewanee, IL 61443
Phone: (309) 853-3469
Email: john@cernos1898.com

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Our Hours

Holiday Hours May Vary. Please Call For Details.

Monday: 11:00 AM - 2:00 AM
Tuesday: 11:00 AM - 2:00 AM
Wednesday: 11:00 AM - 2:00 AM
Thursday: 11:00 AM - 2:00 AM
Friday: 11:00 AM - 2:00 AM
Saturday: 11:00 AM - 2:00 AM
Sunday: 11:00 AM - 2:00 AM


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