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Firefly Grill, Effingham, IL

Firefly Grill

4.7
4.7
3030 Reviews
$30 and under
Unspecified

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2 people
11:00 PM
At the moment, there’s no online availability within 2.5 hours of 11:00 PM.
Booked 21 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
  • Neighborhood
    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, Takeout, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 3,030 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

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

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Central Illinois

    Best Overall

  • Central Illinois

    Best Food

  • Central Illinois

    Best Service

  • Central Illinois

    Best Ambiance

  • Central Illinois

    Best Value

  • Central Illinois

    Good for groups

  • Central Illinois

    Neighborhood gem

  • Central Illinois

    Great for fine wines

  • Central Illinois

    Romantic

  • Central Illinois

    Good for special occasions

  • Central Illinois

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Firefly Grill is a culinary gem in Effingham, offering "fantastic cuisine" and "excellent service" that make it a go-to destination for travelers and locals alike. The atmosphere is "beautiful" and perfect for special occasions. While some find it pricey, the "fresh and delicious" food and "top-notch" servers make it worthwhile.
3,030 Reviews
  1. Jennifer

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was our second time eating at Firefly and it was even better than the first. The restaurant is gorgeous, inside and out. The service was excellent. While I wish I could recall our server’s first name, I do recall that his last name was Fourbes. He was knowledgeable, attentive and friendly and took excellent care of us. While the restaurant is over an hour away from our home, we will be coming back soon. It was that good!

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  2. barry

    VIP

    St. Louis

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Sitting at one of the best bars in mid America, I enjoyed the cocktails, crab purse appetizer, and the shrimp risotto. The bartenders were excellent. Top notch experience worth the drive from St Louis MO.

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  3. Brittan

    Memphis/West TN

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our server Ean was AMAZING! Funny, lighthearted, kind. He knew the menu well and was an absolute pleasure.

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  4. David

    VIP

    Chicago

    33 reviews

    5.0

    33 reviews

    Dined on January 23, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We detour through Effingham every chance we get and have enjoyed the restaurant for years. Noticed how prices have creeped up a big notch but that’s inflation unfortunately. What bothered me this time is that most everything comes with only a side of French fries or mashed potatoes. That’s a starchy high carb food and it’s a problem because the restaurant doesn’t allow substitutions, even for a small upcharge. So, you have to pay full price for a big serving of vegetables or salad. Not a good value, and not recognizing the fact that starchy foods contribute to and exacerbate, diabetes, growing epidemic. The other thing that bothered me is there was an unexplained 5% service charge added to the bill, which I’m then supposed to tip on top of. Do I tip 15% to the 5%, or 20% on top of it?
    Firefly GrillResponded on January 27, 2025
    David, thank you for sharing your thoughts, and we truly appreciate your continued support over the years. We understand your concerns about the sides and pricing, and we’re sorry to hear that the options didn’t meet your expectations. We’re always looking for ways to improve the dining experience, so your feedback is very valuable. As for the service charge, we totally get how it can be confusing, especially with the tipping question. Our goal is to be more transparent, and we’ll work on making sure that information is clearly communicated going forward to avoid any confusion. We appreciate you bringing these issues to our attention, and we’ll use your feedback to make improvements. Thanks again, and we hope to have the opportunity to provide a better experience during your next visit.

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  5. Linda

    Denver

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 21, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our server was top notch! Food was excellent! The wine recommended was delicious!
    Firefly GrillResponded on January 27, 2025
    Linda, thank you for the wonderful feedback! We’re thrilled to hear you enjoyed the food, wine, and service. We’ll make sure to pass along your compliments to your server! Hope to see you again soon!

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  6. Jay

    Chicago

    3 reviews

    2.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on January 18, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food is way overpriced. Local franchises offer the same quality of food for much, much less. Menu is somewhat limited for a high-end restaurant. Service is excellent and prompt.
    Firefly GrillResponded on January 27, 2025
    Jay, thanks for your feedback! We’re glad to hear you were happy with the service. We understand that pricing can be a concern, and we’re always striving to offer unique dishes and high-quality ingredients. We appreciate your perspective and hope to have the chance to improve your experience next time!

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  7. Colleen

    St. Louis

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on January 17, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely experience for my friend’s 40th birthday. Our server Rowan was lovely and so sweet - she made a great experience that much better!
    Firefly GrillResponded on January 27, 2025
    Colleen, thank you for sharing! We’re so happy to hear you had a great time celebrating your friend’s 40th, and we’ll be sure to pass along your kind words to Rowan. We’re glad she helped make the experience extra special! Hope to see you again soon!

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  8. Amy

    VIP

    St. Louis

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on January 12, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Faith was absolutely amazing as our waitress! My birthday celebration was amazing!
    Firefly GrillResponded on January 13, 2025
    Amy, thank you for sharing your experience! We’re so glad Faith made your birthday celebration special. We’ll be sure to pass along your compliments to her. We hope to celebrate with you again soon—happy belated birthday!

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  9. Jamie

    Indiana

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on January 11, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Meal and Service was great but I think it's a little overpriced.
    Firefly GrillResponded on January 13, 2025
    Jamie, thank you for your feedback! We’re so glad to hear you enjoyed the meal and service. We understand your thoughts on pricing, and we appreciate your perspective. We hope to welcome you back soon!

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  10. Kadie

    St. Louis

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 10, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great service and experience overall! Delicious food and drinks in a great atmosphere!
    Firefly GrillResponded on January 13, 2025
    Kadie, Thank you for your kind feedback! We’re so glad to hear you enjoyed the food, drinks, and atmosphere. We can’t wait to welcome you back for another great experience!

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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 4.7 stars by 3030 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people
11:00 PM
At the moment, there’s no online availability within 2.5 hours of 11:00 PM.
Booked 21 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
  • Neighborhood
    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, Takeout, 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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