The New Chalet Restaurant - (Near Ottawa, IL)

sunset tech Not sure if its open now. Excellent examlpe of 20th century railroad depot. The C&EI Depot survived abandonment in the 1970s thanks to local preservationists. In 1995, it was added to the National Register of Historic Places (NRHP #95000632) for its architectural and historical significance as a well-preserved example of Prairie School-influenced rail design and its role in Salems transportation history. Owned privately by Doug and Pam Fontana since the 1990s, it underwent restoration to maintain its original features while adapting for limited commercial use.

Bryan Denney Easy 5 *s. Food (I got a bacon cheeseburger and my daughter got the mostaccioli) - excellent. Service was AMAZING. Not overbearing but had IMPECCABLE timing when it came to drinks and silverware. Extremely nice and polite as well. Appetizer was out with plenty of time to enjoy before the entrees were brought out. Great family dining atmosphere. I will be bringing my family back every time were in or near Pontiac.

Scott Shackleton Amazing food and great service. Love this place.

Doc H We found this adorable fantastic diner when we came down for the eclipse. We drove 1 hour out of the way to have yet another fabulous breakfast. The food is great. We are gluten free so didnt get toast or pancakes. The omelets and skillets are delicious.

eedeeswss. aq4Anna Skelton went thru drive though tonight ordered a reeses blizzard only to get home and there is no reeses in it just peanut butter ice cream. went thru last week and ordered the same thing only to have all the reeses at the bottom of my cup not even blended in. very disappointing for what i paid

Cindy McGrew I love this place!!!I grew up near here. But had traveled to Breese from Edwardsville to pick up some glasses from Clarkson. Placed my order, and apparently you pay when picking up. Found out at the window that they only take cash. They did tell me an ATM was across the street. I never use an ATM and don’t have a pin number So, I counted up all the change in my car and I had six dollars and some change I asked, how much would it be to take off one of the hamburgers and a fry so they said just a minute and came back to The window and saidhow much do you have? It was 12 something and I had six dollars and some change. They said that’s fine. Just go ahead. Very nice people !!! So, next time I come to breese, I will be giving them back their six dollars I owe, and eating here again because the hamburgers are fabulous. Also love the outdoor seating and atmosphe. Takes me back to a simpler time. Thank you you, Wally’s! See ya next time. You must try this place!!