Skip to main content

Search the middle of everything...

Shedd Aquarium

The Brown Bag Bistro

318 E. Broadway St., Alton, IL 62002

Coffee Shops

A stylish bistro cafe located in the heart of Downtown Alton.

The Brown Bag Bistro offers soups, salads, specialty sandwiches, and much more. Enjoy indoor seating or pick a relaxing spot on the patio. Perfect stop to take a break as you shop the streets of historic downtown Alton, IL.

What's happening nearby...

Javapalooza 2026

Great Rivers & Routes Region  •  Sep 01 – Nov 30

Javapalooza 2026 is brewing Sept. 1-Nov. 30! Sip signature drinks, explore coffee shops, join scavenger hunts, follow the Coffee Trail that celebrates the bean, baristas and…

Read more about Javapalooza 2026

Alton Pride Festival 2026

Belle Street  •  Sep 12 @ 11AM

Celebrate the 5th Annual Alton Pride Festival with live music, dazzling drag performances, local vendors, family-friendly activities, delicious food, and a day full of love, kindness,…

Read more about Alton Pride Festival 2026

Mississippi Earthtones Festival

Alton Amphitheater •  Sep 19 @ 12noon

Celebrate the 20th anniversary of the Mississippi Earthtones Festival, rooted in rhythm! Enjoy live music, interactive art, 100+ educational booths, local food and family fun along…

Read more about Mississippi Earthtones Festival

You might also be interested...

Maeva's Coffee

Alton

A gypsy inspired coffee shop located inside Alton's historic Milton Schoolhouse.

Read more about Maeva's Coffee

LuciAnna's Pastries

Alton

Whether you are looking for a little taste of Europe, delicious coffee & tea, or cookies like grandma made (with just a little panache) you will…

Read more about LuciAnna's Pastries

Post Commons

Alton

Post Commons offers specially picked coffees and teas along with a tempting brunch menu!

Read more about Post Commons

Subscribe to Our Newsletter

Get inspired by top travel stories, gain access to exclusive promotions and contests, and discover even more reasons to #EnjoyIllinois.