Skip to main content

Search the middle of everything...

Shedd Aquarium

Wheat Penny

214 W Jefferson Ave , Effingham, IL 62401

Bars & Taverns

We have set out to create a place that can provide an indulgent escape and offer an experience capable of quieting the typical day-to-day distractions and noise. We want Wheat Penny to feel special & exploratory.

Welcome to Wheat Penny a speakeasy cocktail bar located downtown in the heart of Effingham, Illinois! You will find us underground in a centuries-old sandstone and brick building that was originally home of the First National Bank in Effingham. We are proud to be breathing new life into this building!

More Information

  • Mon: Closed
  • Tue: Closed
  • Wed: 3:00pm – 12:00am
  • Thu: 3:00pm – 12:00am
  • Fri: 3:00pm – 12:00am
  • Sat: 3:00pm – 12:00am
  • Sun: 3:00pm – 12:00am

How to find us?

Back to Listings

What's happening nearby...

Fake News: A Tribute to Huey Lewis at the Effingham Performance Center

Effingham Performance Center •  Mar 28 @ 7PM

Come, feel the power at Fake News: A Tribute to Huey Lewis that emphasizes recreating the energy of the band's live performances with the accompaniment of…

Read more about Fake News: A Tribute to Huey Lewis at the Effingham Performance Center

Effingham Restaurant Week 2026

Apr 13 – Apr 19

Satisfy your inner foodie at Effingham's sixth annual Restaurant Week event, running April 13-19th, 2026!

Read more about Effingham Restaurant Week 2026

Clay Walker at the Effingham Performance Center

Effingham Performance Center •  Apr 25 @ 7PM

Don't miss an electrifying performance from country music icon, Clay Walker!

Read more about Clay Walker at the Effingham Performance Center

You might also be interested...

Wandering Whistler Cafe

Effingham

An original board game cafe with a library of 200+ board games and a full cocktail bar with NA options, coffee, and tea service. Phase 2…

Read more about Wandering Whistler Cafe

Gabby Goat

Effingham

The Gabby Goat American Pub & Grill is the premiere restaurant and sports bar in Effingham, IL for your next night out, event, gathering, party, breakfast,…

Read more about Gabby Goat

Niemerg's Steakhouse

Effingham

Niemerg's Steakhouse offers fine family dining foods, such as soup & salad bar, country fried chicken, seafood and much more!

Read more about Niemerg's Steakhouse

Subscribe to Our Newsletter

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