Four Star Family Restaurant

4.4 ( 970 reviews )

Checking... 6:00 AM - 9:00 PM See Hours

1100 IL-121, Mt Zion, IL 62549, United States

+1 217-864-2817

Four Star Family Restaurant, nestled at 1100 IL-121 in Mt. Zion, IL, is a charming eatery that perfectly embodies the spirit of a classic American diner. With a menu that features mouthwatering specialty burgers, such as the 4Star Bacon BBQ Burger and the Chili Burger, there’s something to satisfy every craving. Guests rave about the homestyle feel, accentuated by homemade soups like the rich New England Clam Chowder—comfort in a bowl. The atmosphere draws diners in, with nostalgic 50s décor that captivates both young and old. Customer reviews highlight the friendly service, noting the rapid response from staff, even on busy nights—ideal for families and groups. Patrciann Donohue illustrated this with their praise for the delicious food and welcoming vibe, enhanced by events like nearby car shows. Visitors like Kristina Hughes appreciate the promptness of orders, and Douglas Dukeman emphasizes the quality of homemade sides, such as their coleslaw. For those seeking hearty mains, Rudy Medrano asserts the 12oz steak is a standout dish, elevating Four Star as the top diner in the region. The combination of flavorful food, quick service, and a genuine family-friendly environment makes Four Star Family Restaurant a must-visit destination.

Accessibility
- Has wheelchair-accessible car park
- Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Has wheelchair-accessible seating
- Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
Service options
- Offers delivery
- Offers takeaway
- Serves dine-in
Highlights
- Has fast service
- Serves great coffee
- Serves great dessert
Popular for
- Popular for breakfast
- Popular for lunch
- Popular for dinner
- Good for solo dining
Offerings
- Serves alcohol
- Serves beer
- Serves coffee
- Serves comfort food
- Serves healthy options
- Quick bite
- Serves small plates
Dining options
- Serves breakfast
- Serves brunch
- Serves lunch
- Serves dinner
- Serves dessert
- Has seating
Amenities
- Has toilet
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cosy
Crowd
- Good for groups
- Popular with tourists
Planning
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Accepts credit cards
- Accepts debit cards
- Accepts NFC mobile payments
- Credit cards
Children
- Good for kids
- High chairs available
- Has kids' menu
Parking
- Free of charge street parking
- Free parking lot
- Plenty of parking

Patriciann Donohue

May 17,2025

Go to this restaurant and hit the trifecta. In 1st place / Good Food 2nd place / Friendly Service 3rd place / Great Atmosphere As you see in the pictures the building looks like an old fashion diner. The night I was there was Sunday evening and they had a car show in the parking lot. So that just added to the atmosphere of the place. You would have to check with them I don’t know if it’s a weekly thing or just a special.

Sarah Vardell

May 8,2025

This was our first trip here and service was VERY fast especially for a group of 9 people. Fast greeting, order taking, and food coming out! The 50's decor was beautiful! The kids loved it!

Kristina Hughes

Apr 4,2025

This is now one of my favorite places for breakfast, super fast clean orders always right.... couple waitresses need to be a little more on point but not complaining because they are super friendly, just remember napkins! Lol the red hair waitress is my favorite one thus far! But everyone is friendly! 5star not 4star should be the name

Douglas Dukeman

Apr 3,2025

Always the best service and food here. We love this restaurant. All of the soups and Cole slaw are always homemade.

Rudy Medrano

Mar 22,2025

The 12oz steak is a must have, hands down. If I'd say so myself most definitely the best diner in the area.

Samuel Fields

Mar 13,2025

The food here is delicious. The staff is very friendly. I would return again.

Bowl 899

Mar 6,2025

We eat there frequently. Don't know that we've ever had a poor experience there. The food is always well cooked and they always take the time to work with you on dairy allergies and other special needs. My personal favorite dishes are the breakfast horseshoe and the Farmers Skillet. They have the best sausage gravy I've ever eaten.

Chris McKinney

Feb 19,2025

Eat here. That's all that really needs to be said. The food was amazing, the staff friendly, the prices good for the portions served, and the building was a slice of Americana that we need more of. One of the rules when finding places to eat when traveling is look for the locals and the older crowd. They older folks don't have time to screw around with questionable food nor will they tolerate being overcharged. It seemed like everyone in town ate here. This was the best place we ate this whole trip. I would drive 50 miles out of my way to eat here again.

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