Warm interior of Matt's Tavern with wooden bar and ambient lighting
92 Railroad St · Crystal Lake, IL

Crystal Lake
raises its glass
right here.

Railroad Street's neighborhood tavern — where the coffee's always fresh, the drinks pour steady, and every regular's name is known.

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Wooden bar counter at Matt's Tavern
Fresh coffee being poured at Matt's Tavern
Guests enjoying food and drinks at Matt's Tavern
Hearty food served at Matt's Tavern
Our Story

More than a stop.
It's your spot.

Matt's Tavern sits right on Railroad Street in the heart of Crystal Lake — the kind of place where the door opens before you even notice it's time to go out. We started as a neighborhood gathering place, and we're still that place.

Mornings bring the coffee crowd — folks grabbing a morning brew before the day kicks in. Evenings shift the energy — drinks, food, and the easy rhythm of regulars who've become friends. It's not about chasing trends. It's about showing up and making sure everyone feels at home.

☕
Fresh Coffee
🍺
Cold Drinks
🍔
Hearty Food
Hours

When to
Find Us

Monday 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Tuesday 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Wednesday 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Thursday 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Friday 11:00 AM – 12:00 AM
Saturday 10:00 AM – 12:00 AM
Sunday 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM

Hours may vary on holidays. Call ahead to confirm.

Location

Find Us on
Railroad Street

92 Railroad St

Crystal Lake, IL 60014-4361

(177) 922-4358

Call us anytime during business hours

Your table's waiting.
Right here in Crystal Lake.

Whether it's a quick coffee or a long evening with friends, we save the seat for you.

Get in Touch

We'd love to
hear from you

Got a question, want to plan an event, or just say hello? Drop us a line and we'll get back to you as soon as we can.

92 Railroad St

Crystal Lake, IL 60014-4361

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