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St. Nicholas Landmark Menu

The Landmark in Chester has been a part of Mississippi River history and lore since it was built in 1830. Many early leaders of Illinois passed by or stopped in, even a couple of famous writers known as Mark Twain (Samuel Clemmons) and Charles Dickens.  As you might expect, she has her own list of ghost stories too.  After being closed for eight years, an extensive renovation of the building was begun in 2017, and in 2018 the St. Nicholas Brewing Company opened the St. Nicholas Landmark as its second brewpub.  Visitors today can enjoy great St. Nicholas Craft Beer, unique pub fare and entrees, and a one of a kind experience in this historic building on the banks of the Mississippi River.

PRESS: One of Chester’s oldest buildings with history dating back to 1829, the Landmark features the original stonework floor, an antique bicycle that beckons to the founders of the St. Nicholas Brewery, a stained-glass work of a riverboat and lighted case filled with historic flotsam from another era.

Most recently renovated in 2017, the first floor has a large dining room and bar, but it doesn’t end there. Go upstairs and discover a second dining room with an amazing view of the mighty Mississippi.

On the weekends, there’s downstairs seating either by the stone walls, fireplace or at the bar, or head upstairs to snag one of the tables overlooking the river. Every seat is a good one. - ICL Magazine