Carnival Delights

234 E Main St, Knoxville, IL 61448, United States

Carnival Delights

+1 309-351-5865
Carnival Delights
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About Carnival Delights

If you’re looking for a fun, vibrant spot to enjoy some tasty comfort food, Carnival Delights in Knoxville, IL is the place to be. Located at 234 E Main St, this cozy diner serves up a variety of mouthwatering dishes that will take you right back to the feeling of a classic carnival-without the long lines or ticket prices!

One of the standout features of Carnival Delights is their irresistible Funnel Cake. Whether you’re in the mood for a sweet treat after lunch or just craving something indulgent, their funnel cake is a must-try. It’s crisp, golden, and topped with powdered sugar, making it the perfect nostalgic snack. If you're looking for something savory to balance out the sweetness, their Philly Cheese Steak is the real deal. With tender steak, melted cheese, and all the right seasonings stuffed into a soft roll, this dish will leave you feeling completely satisfied.

For those who enjoy a little spice in their life, Chaat is another dish that captures the essence of Carnival Delights. This flavorful, tangy Indian street food is a delicious mix of crispy textures and vibrant flavors. It’s the perfect dish to try if you’re in the mood for something a little different, but just as enjoyable.

And let’s not forget about their Johnny Onion Rings. These crispy, golden-brown rings are served as a perfect side or snack for anyone who loves a crunchy, savory bite. They're so good you might end up ordering an extra serving!

Whether you’re stopping by for lunch, enjoying a solo dining experience, or looking for a place that’s great for kids, Carnival Delights has you covered. The casual, welcoming atmosphere makes it ideal for families, while tourists can easily stop by to grab a quick bite or relax after exploring the local area.

This family-friendly restaurant is also known for its dessert menu, which offers more than just funnel cake. You’ll find plenty of sweet options that are perfect for satisfying your sugar cravings, whether you’re here with friends or enjoying a peaceful solo lunch. And with so many options on the menu, it’s easy to find something that everyone will love.

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Services & Amenities

Service options

  • Takeaway
  • Dine-in
  • Delivery

Highlights

  • Great dessert

Popular for

  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Solo dining

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible car park
  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance

Offerings

  • Comfort food
  • Quick bite

Dining options

  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Dessert

Atmosphere

  • Casual
  • Cosy

Crowd

  • Family friendly
  • Groups
  • Locals
  • Tourists

Payments

  • Credit cards
  • Debit cards
  • Credit cards

Children

  • Good for kids

Parking

  • Free of charge street parking
  • Free parking lot
  • Parking

Reviews

Fun place with Carnival/Circus vibe. Smashburger and fries were $13 with generous portions. Burger was cooked perfect! My son loved it and we will be back to sample the other goodies like funnel cakes, ice cream, corn dogs and the Phil Garza named sandwich!

Aaron

Great little place to get your cravings fix! We tried carmel apple funnel cake, a stores funnel cake, the Knoxville dog. Fries and onion rings and a tenderloin. For all of it was around $60. We will come back again soon!

Katy Rose

Food is delicious. So many delicious items to choose from. The Italian beef is my favorite. Staff is friendly. Love the theme. Only thing I could critique was if an order is to go and someone wants ketchup and mustard on a sandwich either put it on or put packets in the bag. Or let the customer know they need to grab some.

cheryl

I drove from Coal Valley,IL and I started with the Italian beef sandwich and a lemonade shake-up, then I got a footlong corn dog and then topped off my lunch with an order of Deep Fried Oreos. It was very very delicious just like the County fairs

Jeremy Carlyle

The gem of Knoxville! You've gotta try their Italian beef and corn dogs! It's better than being at the fair! Best tasting lemonade shakeups. Funnel cakes are amazing. Plenty of variety and friendly folks!

Donivan Godsil

What an amazing place! A chance to get carnival delights anytime besides when the carnival rolls into town! Their menu selection has something for everyone. I had the chocolate chip cookie dough sundae and it was magnificent. I’ll be stopping back by to try a new menu item each time. They’re so welcoming and put their heart into making it a fun experience. I 10-10 recommend!

Amber Bowcott

We drove one hour to get here. 1st Dining experience. Wow! What an awesome lunch. Everything, from the time we walked in to the time we left was absolutely wonderful. We were greeted with smiles and energy! This is a family owned business and you can tell they sure do love it! We brought in our granddaughter for her 7th bday. She missed out on her birthday cone because she wanted cotton candy instead. There were 4 adults and 1 child in our group. There was an assortment of tables, benches and chairs to choose from. Semi busy lunch rush. We had a big order of a Garza Tenderloin Sandwich w/Cheese Fries, Smashed Burger w/ Fries, Sloppy Joe w/ pretzel, Cheeseburger w/ Fries, a Giant Knoxville Dog w/ Tots and Fried oreos. Now... I normally take pics of all the food, but three were dug straight into, when the order came out and were almost gone with a few bites left before I could take any of their pictures. Which means they were all delicious! The food comes out when its ready as in, not all at once, depending on what you order. If you ordered first or down the line, it comes out at different times because most of the menu is grilled or fried. It doesn't sit and get cold. A great selection of sandwiches, sides and treats are on the menu to choose from. Not one thing we ordered was bad or incorrect. Let's just say my husband has a beast of an appetite. He eats BIG and is my pickiest eater. The Garza Tenderloin Sandwich won! He had three bites left. Normally, he is still hungry. The portions are big and the prices are reasonable. Very clean. Plenty of condiments provided on the tables. The heat was on, its pretty warm in the building. A little side area for games. If I had to pick a flaw, it would be the size of the dining room, it was a little crunchy in spots but still very accommodating. The games take coins. There was a nice couple with their daughter behind us, who gave us some of their leftover coins for our granddaughter. That was super cool! We will definitely be back in the future. We love themed places to eat and this place hit every mark and above! Well done!

Maureen VanBrooker

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+1 309-351-5865
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234 E Main St, Knoxville, IL 61448, United States

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Openning Hours

Monday Closed

Tuesday Closed

Wednesday Closed

Thursday Closed

Friday Closed

Saturday 11:00 AM - 07:00 PM

Sunday 11:00 AM - 06:00 PM

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