Les K.
9/20/2025
Friendly place, service was excellent, prices very fair. Food was MUCH better than was expected. In fact, my Lock 16 Club sandwich with a Caesar salad was among the best clubs I've ever had....
Lock 16 Cafe & Gift Shop
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754 1st St
La Salle, IL 61301
Lock 16 Cafe & Gift Shop in La Salle, IL, offers a historic experience as part of the Illinois & Michigan Canal National Heritage Area. Situated adjacent to the I&M Canal Visitor Center, the cafe serves up delicious breakfasts, lunches, beverages, coffee, and baked goods that visitors can enjoy while exploring the surrounding area.
Established in a community-focused national park, Lock 16 Cafe & Gift Shop provides a unique opportunity to immerse oneself in the rich history of the region. Visitors can support the National Heritage Area's efforts by dining at the cafe, exploring the I&M Canal through field trips, becoming a Junior Ranger, or contributing through various giving options.
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4.032 reviewsJames B.
7/30/2025
Excellent food, excellent coffee, and a perfect little place to sit and enjoy a tasty meal. I'll add the ladies name later if I remember it, but she was very welcoming and informative about the...
Adam B.
1/15/2025
Tasty food, good coffee, friendly and attentive staff. A nice gem of a cafe, definitely worth the visit.
Cookie B.
8/15/2023
What a great find! Thanks to Yelp we ate at this charming cafe and had a lovely brunch. Located in a visitors center so we almost passed on stoping. So glad we did. Interesting wall murals of the...
Jeremiah S.
4/17/2023
Ambiance there is wonderful. You really feel like you're surrounded with the history of Illinois with things to buy everywhere. The host was awesome there and very polite. The food was smaller...
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