Alton’s best local businesses
The 30 spots we’ve checked and stand behind — the ones we’d send a neighbor to. No stars, no pay-to-play.
● Updated Aug 27
Find a spot
30 businesses across 2 categories — pick a shelf, or search them below.
Nothing matched that. Know a spot we’re missing? Tell us →
Pinned in Alton today
This spot is open today.
Two pinned places a day in Alton — $10 here, $25 adds the newsletter. List your business →Paid placements are always marked.
More spots
Businesses in categories too small for their own page — yet.
Bluff City Grill
NightlifeEasygoing restaurant/bar offering American fare, several TVs & games such as darts & pinball.
Fast Eddie's Bon Air
NightlifeBeer-focused bar, founded in 1921, with a vintage vibe, casual eats, 400 seats & live music.
Goodwill Store and Donation Center
Antiques, Thrift, & VintageLong-standing nonprofit chain with a range of pre-owned clothing, housewares & more.
Great Clips
BeautyCasual salon offering haircuts for adults & kids along with professional styling products for sale.
Great Clips
BeautyCasual salon offering haircuts for adults & kids along with professional styling products for sale.
MeowTown
CafesCoffee shop featuring cookies, other cat-themed retail options and adoptable felines, plus a warm atmosphere.
Panera Bread
CafesCounter-serve bakery/cafe chain serving sandwiches, salads & more, known for its bread & free WiFi.
National Great Rivers Museum
Arts & CultureEducational exhibits about the Mississippi River & tours, plus a working lock & dam.
Petco
PetsChain with pet food & supplies such as toys, beds & pet technology products, plus medication.
Target
Home & GardenRetail chain offering home goods, clothing, electronics & more, plus exclusive designer collections.
The Cookie Factory Bakery and Cafe
Bakeries & SweetsCounter-serve option in the mall for sweet treats, plus light fare like sandwiches & wraps.
List your business
Pin your spot to the top of this page — $10 a day, or $25 to add the daily newsletter’s spotlight. We polish the copy before it runs.
Already on the list?
Put the badge on your site — it links straight to your listing, and it tells your customers we checked you out.
<a href="https://baselocal.com/il/alton/best/restaurants/#your-business">
<img src="https://baselocal.com/badges/baselocals-best.svg"
alt="Listed on BaseLocal's Best — Alton" height="40">
</a>For listed businesses only. The badge always links to your listing — that link is yours as long as you’re on the list.
The best of Alton, delivered
New spots land in the Alton newsletter first — free, every morning.
One email a day. Unsubscribe anytime.