Holly Jolly Eating & Drinking: Your Guide to Downtown Lemont's Festive Flavors
The holidays are here and Lemont Downtown’s local eateries are serving up seasonal magic that'll make your taste buds sing! From cozy hot cocoas to festive margaritas, our local restaurants and cafes have crafted special menus that capture the spirit of the season.
Got Lemont Downtown gift cards burning a hole in your pocket? Now's the perfect time to use them! The Lemont Downtown gift card is accepted at 30+ locations around town. There's no better way to support local businesses while treating yourself (and your loved ones) to something special. Let's eat, drink, and be merry—Lemont style!
Family-Friendly Festivities
Wooden Paddle
Wooden Paddle is pulling out all the stops with special events and offerings:
December 16: Gingerbread House Date Night A cozy evening of nostalgia! Get tickets here for passed appetizers plus gingerbread house decorating.
December 24: Christmas Nosh Box Your holiday feast, zero effort required! Chef Juan's take-home spread feeds 6-8. Pickup Wed 12/24, 10am-4pm.
December 31: New Year's Eve Dinner Ring in 2026 with a special 5-course menu and complimentary champagne toast!
January 1: Pajama Brunch Come in your PJs and get a FREE Always Cinny Monkey Bread! (10am-2pm)
📍 212 Stephen St, Lemont, IL
Barrel & Vine
Brunch with Santa is BACK! Every Sunday from December 7-21st, bring the whole family for a magical holiday experience:
Delicious brunch buffet (10am-1:30pm)
Photos with Santa Claus
Pricing: $38.95 adults | $18.95 kids 5-12 | FREE for children 4 & under
Reservations highly recommended!
Craving comfort food? Try their B&V Jambalaya—a cozy bowl of shrimp, andouille sausage, ham, chicken, and orzo in rich Cajun tomato sauce.
📍 206 Main St, Lemont, IL
Warm Up with Festive Drinks & Treats
Folklore Coffee
Transport yourself to winter wonderlands with Folklore's globally-inspired seasonal menu. Each enchanting drink brings legendary winter tales to life:
Nutty Elf on the Shelf: Toffee nut hot cocoa (add a double shot for extra holiday hustle!)
Night of St. Nicholas: Blackberry & peppermint mocha
The Christmas Spider: Cinnamon bun & cardamom latte
La Befana: House-made gingerbread latte
Belsnickel: Half cold brew, half eggnog (contains dairy & eggs)
📍 214 Main St, Lemont, IL
Creamery
Get ready for over-the-top holiday indulgence with Creamery's "CreaMERRY" deals!
Colossal Shakes:
"Oh Christmas Tree": Green Mint Chip shake loaded with chocolatey treats and a festive brownie
"Candy Cane Lane": Peppermint Stick shake loaded with peppermint candies
Loaded Hot Cocoas:
"The Original Loaded Cocoa": Topped with peppermint, salted caramel truffles, and a Praline cookie
"Fireside Cocoa": S'more topping, chocolate drizzle, and a s'more
"Cookie Crumble": Oreos, chocolate drizzle, and an Oreo Cakester
📍 400 E Illinois St, Unit A, Lemont, IL
Moreno's Mexican Restaurant
Spice up your holidays with Moreno's winter drink menu and NEW seasonal dishes!
Winter Cocktails:
Grinch Margarita ($11): Tequila, Midori, Cointreau, lime, Agave
Christmas Margarita ($10): Tequila, Triple Sec, lime, Cream of Coconut, Pomegranate
Jack Frost Margarita ($10.50): Tequila, Blue Curacao, Cream of Coconut, lime
Spiced Cranberry Paloma ($10.50): Tequila, spiced simple syrup, cranberry, lime, grapefruit
Peppermint Bark Hot Coco ($7): Rumchata, chocolate liqueur, topped with whip cream
Pineapple Cranberry Sangria ($9): Pineapple Sangria with cranberry and sprite
Winter Menu Highlights:
Birria Eggrolls, Birria Grilled Cheese, Birria Bombs
Burrito Bowl ($17.99)
Tamales ($4 each/$13.99 dinner for 2)
Mexican Rustic Potato Soup ($6.50)
Moreno's Loaded Potato ($12)
Weekly Specials: Taco Tuesdays, Torta Wednesdays, Burrito Thursdays, and more!
📍 113 Stephen St, Lemont, IL 60439
Wok'd Asian Fusion
Make your December delicious with these special offers:
Happy Hour every day they're open (Wed-Sun, 3-6pm)
Kids eat 50% off this Saturday for Hometown Holiday (until 6pm)
Every Sunday + Thursday: Save $19.85 on takeout orders of $72+ with code BEARDOWN
Gift Card Special: Buy $100, get a free $22
NEW Drink - Neighborly Love: Toki Black Label Smoked Japanese Whiskey Old Fashioned with maple syrup, apple cider, and smoked cinnamon apple
📍 116 Stephen St, Lemont, IL 60439
Bonita Bowls
Beat the winter blues with a BOGO deal! Every Monday all winter long, buy one smoothie bowl and get one FREE.
Valid only on Mondays at the Lemont location—perfect for starting your week right!
📍 225 Canal St, Lemont, IL 60439
One Eleven Martini Parlour
Toast the season with specialty cocktails that make spirits bright! Don't miss their festive S'mores Martini and other seasonal cocktails crafted to add sparkle to your holiday celebrations. One Eleven Martini Parlour offers an extensive list of house martinis & beverages, small bites, and a great atmosphere right in the heart of Lemont.
📍 111 Stephen St, Lemont, IL
Corner Stone Tavern
This cozy tavern brings the holiday cheer with elevated comfort food, craft cocktails, good beer, and their famous boozy milkshakes. Check out their specialty Christmas cocktails to get in the festive spirit!
📍 103 Stephen St, Lemont, IL
La Dolce Vita
Serving up scrumptious cavatelli, risotto Bolognese, and gluten-free interpretations of classic Italian dishes - La Dolce Vita is an escape to Italy!
📍 107 Stephen St, Lemont, IL
Make It a December to Remember!
With so many delicious options, there's no excuse not to explore everything Downtown Lemont has to offer this holiday season. Whether you're looking for a cozy coffee date, a festive night out, or the perfect takeout for your holiday gathering, our local businesses have you covered.
Remember: Those Lemont Downtown gift cards make the perfect excuse to try something new—or treat yourself to an old favorite. Support local, eat well, and spread the holiday cheer throughout our downtown!
Happy Holidays from all of us at Downtown Lemont! 🎄❄️🎁