Posted in Illinois May 23, 2017 by

There’s A Small Town In Illinois Known For Its Truly Epic Burgers

Here is a town in a the middle of nowhere that Illinoisians travel for miles to visit for one reason and one reason only – the burgers. It’s love at first bite at this amazing, historic restaurant.

Take a trip to the east side of the state (and we dont mean Chicago) for a meal you’ll crave for weeks afterwards. Check it out:

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Though its address associates it with Martinsville, this amazing burger joint is actually in the town of Moonshine.
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Founded in 1912, the restaurant is the only building in the entire town.
Facebook/Moonshine Store
Though its official name is Moonshine Store, it known by locals as "a wide spot in the road."
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The restaurant is open daily but only between 6am and 1pm - so hurry in for lunch because the grills turn off promptly at 12:30.
Facebook/Moonshine Store
In addition to friendly locals, you may meet people from across the nation.
Facebook/Moonshine Store
The restaurant boasts a guest book with entries from travelers from all 50 states.
Facebook/Moonshine Store
Finally, here is a Moonburger. Customers can also get deli sandwiches, snacks, and drinks too.
Facebook/Moonshine Store
Whether you live in the town next door or 100 miles away, you'll find a reason to go to Moonshine and get one of their famous burgers.
Facebook/Moonshine Store

Moonshine Store is located at 6017 E 300th Rd. in Martinsville. Get more information on the restaurant’s Facebook page.

For more delicious meals like this, check out 15 burger joints only in Illinois.

Have you had a Moonburger before? Please tell us about how good it was and share pictures.