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Canal Port

"Trail To Tavern"

About Us

We're Canal Port, a premier bar and grill in Utica, IL, bringing you fine dining in a casual atmosphere along with video gaming, catering, seasonal menu items, a full-service bar, a kid's menu, event hosting, and more. Our delicious menu includes a variety of appetizers, salads, burgers, sandwiches, seafood, and pasta options that are sure to satisfy your cravings. Our staff is proud to provide Utica and the surrounding areas with superior service and create an atmosphere that is inviting and enjoyable. With our wide selection of drinks, delicious food, and exciting gaming, Canal Port is the perfect place for friends and family to gather and have a great time! Stop by today for your next meal.

Areas Served

What We Offer

Our Specialties include:

Video Gaming
Catering
Seasonal Menu Items
Full-Service Bar

Our Services include:

Kid's Menu
Daily Specials
Curbside Pick-Up
Outdoor Seating
Event Space
Private Events
Corporate Events
Graduation Parties
Weddings
Rehearsal Dinners
Anniversaries
Retirement Parties
Baby Showers
Bridal Showers
Burger of the Day Mondays
Fish Taco Tuesdays
Steak Frites Wednesdays
Family-Style Chicken Thursdays
BBQ Fridays

Our Brands include:

Lattner Gaming

Our Products include:

Appetizers
Salads
Burgers
Sandwiches
Steak
Seafood
Lobster
Chicken
Pasta
Chicken Parmesan
Chicken Piccata
Chicken Alfredo
Fish and Chips
Shrimp Scampi
Ribeye
Chicken Tenders

Testimonials

On 11/10/2025 Shawn Lewis had this to say:
Rhi, prudence, and a gentleman named Cody made our night! The service was amazing, the drinks were good and the Steak was Great! My wife( newly weds) came here for a quick drink and thanks to the team at canal port, we had an amazing time Thank you Cody, Casey, Rhi, and Prudence. You will be remembered! Shawn&Peyton Lewis

On 11/9/2025 Bernice Velazquez had this to say:
The grilled cod was excellent, as well as the tartar sauce.

On 11/4/2025 Bill Bowers had this to say:
Kaylee, great again. This was our third time having her since summer. A. real AWESOME young woman, she is kind and very sincere at serving her customers well. Testimonial written by Bill Bowers on this site.

On 10/31/2025 Jim K had this to say:
Been here probably a dozen times while visiting Starved rock. Always a solid meal and very friendly and attentive owner and staff. Would highly recommend.

On 10/28/2025 Brian Washkowiak had this to say:
Excellent place to eat fine dinning in the Starved Rock Country area. We have been coming to the Canal Port for years and have always enjoyed the food, the employees, the astrosphere, and the Management! Great job to you all! See you again!

Contact Us

Canal Port
148 Mill St Utica, IL 61373
Phone: (815) 667-3010
Email: canalportdining@gmail.com

We are located minutes from Starved Rock and Grand Bear Lodge

Where To Find Us

Payment Types Accepted

Discover, American Express, Debit Cards, MasterCard, Visa, PayPal

Our Hours

Holiday Hours May Vary. Please Call For Details.

Monday: 11:00 AM - 2:30 PM
Tuesday: 11:00 AM - 8:30 PM
Wednesday: 11:00 AM - 8:30 PM
Thursday: 11:00 AM - 8:30 PM
Friday: 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Saturday: 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Sunday: 11:00 AM - 8:00 PM