Eckert's

Flippity Flop Breakfast
2022-04-02 08:00 - 12:00 (America/Kentucky/Louisville) | Eckert’s Country Restaurant, 951 South Green Mount Road, Belleville, IL, 62220, United States
Hop over and enjoy a delicious meal before heading out to hunt Easter eggs. Our flippity flop kid’s breakfast includes sprinkle pancakes, bunny fruit kabob, bacon, and a delicious Sherbet Sunrise Drink to complete the meal for $6.00. Regular menu available for adults and kids to also order from. Breakfast served from 8am – 12pm. Make your reservation online or by calling 618-233-0513 x 3.

Murder Mystery Dinner: Bullets in the Bathtub
2022-03-26 17:30 - 20:00 (America/Kentucky/Louisville) | Eckert’s Country Restaurant, 951 South Green Mount Road, Belleville, IL, 62220, United States
Welcome to the 1920’s where bathtubs were made for one thing only. To make gin! (Ok, maybe two things). Lot’s of gangsters are showing up at “Cherry’s Speakeasy” to talk about the turf war going on between the Corneolis and the Buttafuccos. Just when we think things are going to settle down, in comes Harry Hyde, (the famous Russian mobster). He sure does know how to make enemies! Deadly ones! I guess the local constable, Doyle Lonnegan, will come and solve the crime, but not before things get pretty wild!
You’ll meet crazy characters like Red E. Mix, (the local concrete salesman), Trixie, ( the owner of Cherry’s) and many others before we find out who put “da finger” on Harry’s Hyde! Was it Larry, The Rug? Was it Joey, The Lips? Or maybe, J Edna Hoover? When you come to “Bullets in the Bathtub”. don’t forget to bring your gangster hat, tommy gun and flapper!
Show starts at 5:30 p.m. in Eckert’s Country Restaurant. Includes meal, soft drink, and entertainment.

Murder Mystery Dinner: Comic Book Killer
2022-03-12 17:30 - 20:00 (America/Kentucky/Louisville) | Eckert’s Country Restaurant, 951 South Green Mount Road, Belleville, IL, 62220, United States
In a world where Super Heroes and Super Villians clash….there’s no room for trouble. But that’s exactly what the evil Doctor Weevil is. Trouble! He’s out to cause problems any way he can! He proves that there is no honor among thieves because he’s out to destroy both good and bad guys! But wait! Someone stops him! Who could it be? You?
Includes meal, soft drink, entertainment and tax. Event begins at 5:30 pm.

Murder Mystery Dinner: Death of a Blackheart
2022-02-26 17:30 - 20:00 (America/Kentucky/Louisville) | Eckert’s Country Restaurant, 951 South Green Mount Road, Belleville, IL, 62220, United States
Welcome aboard the largest, (and safest), cruise liner ever to sail the low seas. That’s right. Welcome aboard the Gigantic! But wait! What do I hear?
“Argggghhhhhhh!” Avast ye mateys and get yer gizzard ready to be robbed by the most famous pirate ever to pillage a maiden! That’s right! We’re talkin’ Captain Jack Blackheart! He’s the pirate that has cheated more people, emptied more pockets and pillaged more ladies than any politician.
Gee. I hope no one kills him off. You’ll meet lots of fun characters at this show. In fact audience members will get to play lots of fun characters in this show because it’s “chock full” of “Fair Maidens”, “Lost Boys”, “Rival Pirates”, and more. One thing is for sure. If you’ve ever wanted to stand up and shout out Arggggghhhh! Then “Death of a Blackheart” is the show for you!
Show starts at 5:30 p.m. in Eckert’s Country Restaurant. Includes meal, soft drink, and entertainment.

Boozy Brunch
2022-02-19 08:00 - 12:00 (America/Kentucky/Louisville) | KY
Cheers to the Weekend! Nothing says celebration like popping a bottle of bubbly! Add some delicious food and it’s a party! Join us every weekend in February from 8am – 12pm in our Restaurant to enjoy our Boozy Brunch Enjoy our Wildberry Smoothie Bowl with a splash of Champagne, French Toast Bake with Brandy Sauce, Sugar Champagne Grapes or Vodka-Soaked Shrimp with Bloody Mary Cocktail Sauce to just name a few! Choose from four signature cocktails making this a brunch one you will never forget. Make reservations to secure your spot

Murder Mystery Dinner: Zombie Love
2022-02-12 17:30 - 20:00 (America/Kentucky/Louisville) | Eckert’s Country Restaurant, 951 South Green Mount Road, Belleville, IL, 62220, United States
Calling all Zombies! Calling all Zombies! Come to the murder mystery show that thinks outside of the coffin! That’s right! We’ve got the perfect show for you, whether you are a Zombie fan or not! Why? Because this show has it all! High drama! Comedy! A love story! …and Zombies, of course! You, yes…you!, can play a Zombie, or not, it is up to you, but we do promise lots of fun for everyone!
The walking dead have never been this much fun! Zombie costumes encouraged!!
Show starts at 5:30 p.m. in Eckert’s Country Restaurant. Includes meal, soft drink, and entertainment.

Galentine's Brunch
2022-02-12 08:00 - 12:00 (America/Kentucky/Louisville) | Eckert’s Country Restaurant, 951 South Green Mount Road, Belleville, IL, 62220, United States
Let’s hear it for the girls! Grab your favorite gal pals and head out to our Restaurant at our Belleville Farm to celebrate the beautiful women in your life. Enjoy our cocktail flight along with your choice of delicious menu items including Wildberry Smoothie Bowl with a splash of Champagne, French Toast Bake with Brandy Sauce, Sugar Champagne Grapes, or Vodka-Soaked Shrimp with Bloody Mary Cocktail Sauce Make reservations to secure your spot.

Boozy Brunch
2022-02-05 08:00 - 12:00 (America/Kentucky/Louisville) | Eckert’s Country Restaurant, 951 South Green Mount Road, Belleville, IL, 62220, United States

National Pie Day
2022-01-23 09:00 - 19:00 (America/Kentucky/Louisville) | Eckert’s Belleville Farm, 951 South Green Mount Road, Belleville, IL, 62220, United States
Celebrate National Pie Day with us on 1/23. Enjoy a FREE Pie when you buy one pie at regular price. Choose from Dutch Apple Pie, Caramel Apple Walnut Pie, Double Crust Apple Pie, and No Sugar Added Apple Pie. Also, receive one free slice of pie from Eckert’s Restaurant with the purchase of any entrée.
Valid on 1/23/22 only. Call 618-233-0513 x 2 to place your order.
Store Hours: 9am – 7pm
Restaurant Hours: 11am – 8pm

Murder Mystery Dinner: Fistfull of Hollers
2022-01-22 17:30 - 20:00 (America/Kentucky/Louisville) | Eckert’s Country Restaurant, 951 South Green Mount Road, Belleville, IL, 62220, United States
Welcome to the western town of “Dry Gulp”.
You have been invited to a party thrown by Digger Deep. He’s the local mortician who is trying to drum up a little business.
How does a funeral home drum up business? By inviting Nasty Nate, the local bad guy to the party.
Surely they’ll be a “killin” or two. But guess who gets “kilt”?
I guess we’ll have to call on that crack detective, Squint Leastwood to find out who did it! Someone you know? Or maybe it was you?
You’ll meet lots of fun characters! Characters like Fanny Dango, Wyatt Burp, and Messy James and lot’s of others! We promise a wild ride at “A Fistful of Hollars!”
Don’t forget to wear your boots, ’cause it’s gonna get pretty deep!
Includes dinner, dessert, soft drink, and entertainment. Event begins at 5:30 pm.

Murder Mystery Dinner: Clueless
2022-01-08 17:30 - 20:00 (America/Kentucky/Louisville) | Eckert’s Country Restaurant, 951 South Green Mount Road, Belleville, IL, 62220, United States
Welcome to the world of big business, old mansions and family politics!
Congratulations! You’re invited To the Birthday celebration of the oldest, (and richest), man in town. Lucky you!
Some would kill for the opportunity to meet Barnabas Barnaby Baggs, the famous Pickle Baron! He’s made a lot of enemies in his rise to the top! I hope none of his enemies tries to kill him tonight. But if they do, will you know who did it? Maybe his latest girlfriend? The angry ex-wife? The spoiled nephew? Perhaps the jealous competitor? …Or You?
Regardless, you’ll have to figure it out! Why? because… …we’re “Clueless!”
Show starts at 5:30 p.m. in Eckert’s Country Restaurant. Includes dinner, dessert, soft drink and entertainment.

Pancakes & Pajamas
2022-01-08 08:00 - 12:00 (America/Kentucky/Louisville) | Eckert’s Belleville Farm, 951 South Green Mount Road, Belleville, IL, 62220, United States
Pancakes are more fun in Pajamas! Experience Pancake Making like you’ve never seen it before at our Pancakes and Pajamas Event.
Head to our Belleville Country Restaurant for a flippin’ good time! The chef will make the pancakes right before your eyes and flip them from the griddle for you to catch on your plate. A fun and interactive dining experience. Not only will you be able to enjoy all-you-can-eat pancakes, but we will also serve scrambled eggs, bacon, and hash browns, too! $12/person + tax. Reserve your spot here.
PLEASE NOTE: This is for a reservation only, you will pay for the event ($12/person) at the time of the event.

Kids Eat Free
2022-01-06 11:00 - 20:00 (America/Kentucky/Louisville) | KY
Enjoy a FREE kids meal when an adult entree is purchased at regular price. This special is valid every Thursday at Eckert’s Restaurant. Valid for dine-in or carry-out.

Free Pie Mondays
2022-01-03 11:00 - 20:00 (America/Kentucky/Louisville) | KY
Enjoy a FREE slice of pie on Monday with the purchase of an adult entrée from Eckert’s Restaurant. Valid for dine-in or carry-out.

Closed New Years Day
2022-01-01 | KY
Happy New Year! We can’t wait to celebrate 2022 with you and your family!

Closed for Christmas
2021-12-25 | KY
Merry Christmas from the Eckert Family & Team to yours! Wishing you a wonderful holiday season. We are closed today so we can spend time with our loved one.

Christmas Eve Brunch
2021-12-24 08:00 - 14:00 (America/Kentucky/Louisville) | Eckert’s Country Restaurant, 951 South Green Mount Road, Belleville, IL, 62220, United States
Celebrate Christmas Eve down at the farm with a special holiday brunch menu, cocktail and mocktail specials, and a visit from Mrs. Claus. Reservations are encouraged.

Gingerbread House Workshop
2021-12-22 10:00 - 14:00 (America/Kentucky/Louisville) | KY
For those who have always longed to build a gingerbread house but were intimidated by the thought, here is your chance to create a beautiful display for the holidays. We provide all of the supplies and guidance. You provide the creativity! Great for young and old. $16/Gingerbread House. Join us between the hours of 10am and 2pm in the Country store.
Reservations are not required, just join us at our Belleville Country Store to take part in the fun!
Gingerbread Houses are $16/house.

Breakfast with Santa
2021-12-19 08:00 - 12:00, 2021-12-12 08:00 - 12:00, 2021-11-21 08:00 - 12:00, 2021-11-20 08:00 - 12:00 UTC | KY
Join us for a meal with Santa on the farm! Children can tell Santa their Christmas wishes. Santa has a special gift for each child. We will capture the moment in a photo of your child with Santa. Each child will get to decorate a sugar cookie with frosting and sprinkles and a holiday story will be read. Reservations are required. Breakfast will be provided from 8am until noon. The meal includes scrambled eggs, crisp bacon, fried potatoes, fruit, biscuits, and homemade sausage gravy, drink (alcohol is not included). $22/person.

Murder Mystery Dinner: A Dickens of a Killing
2021-12-04 17:30 - 20:30, 2021-11-19 17:30 - 20:30 UTC | Eckert’s Country Restaurant, 951 South Green Mount Road, Belleville, IL, 62220, United States
Welcome to a Holiday Party in Merry Olde England!
A little singing! A little dancing! A little murder! What could be more fun?
Of course, Scrooge is up to his old tricks again, and someone bumps him off!
Who did it? Miss Havisham? The Artful Dodger? Little Tiny Tim? Or…maybe you?!!
Whether you want to participate a little, or a lot, you’re sure to have a jolly good time, in jolly olde England, with “A Dickens of a Killin!
Includes appetizer, meal, drink (iced tea, soft drink or coffee) and tax. Event begins at 5:30 pm.

Photos with Santa
2021-11-30 15:30 - 18:30 UTC | Eckert’s Country Store, 951 South Green Mount Road, Belleville, IL, 62220, United States
The stockings are hung, the wish list is made and the Spirit of Christmas is alive. Now all you need is a photo with Santa to commemorate this special time of year. Visit our Garden Center at our Belleville Farm to tell Santa your Christmas wishes and remember your special time with St. Nick with a keepsake photo.
Cost: $22/family which includes one photo. $10 for any additional photo purchase. Additional photos can be purchased onsite.

Breakfast with Santa
2021-11-27 08:00 - 12:00 UTC | KY
Join us for a meal with Santa on the farm! Children can tell Santa their Christmas wishes. Santa has a special gift for each child. We will capture the moment in a photo of your child with Santa. Each child will get to decorate a sugar cookie with frosting and sprinkles and a holiday story will be read. Reservations are required. Breakfast will be provided from 8am until noon. The meal includes scrambled eggs, crisp bacon, fried potatoes, fruit, biscuits, and homemade sausage gravy, drink (alcohol is not included). $25/person.

Cut-Your-Own Christmas Trees
2021-11-26 09:00 - 17:00 UTC | Eckert’s Belleville Farm, 951 South Green Mount Road, Belleville, IL, 62220, United States
Snuggle into your warmest winter wear and pile onto our wagon for a holiday wagon ride through our farm. The ride includes a trip through our Christmas Tree Farm to find the perfect live tree and a drive past Santa’s Workshop! $2.20/person for anyone 2 and older + $55 per Cut-Your-Own Christmas Tree.
Fees & Check-in Information
Monday- Friday: $2.20/Person for anyone 2 and older. Please Check-in at the Garden Center.
Saturday & Sunday: $2.20/Person for anyone 2 and older. Please check-in at the outdoor Pick-Your-Own Red Barn.

Gingerbread House Workshop
2021-11-20 09:00 - 16:00 UTC | Eckert’s Country Store, 951 South Green Mount Road, Belleville, IL, 62220, United States
For those who have always longed to build a gingerbread house but were intimidated by the thought, here is your chance to create a beautiful display for the holidays. We provide all of the supplies and guidance. You provide the creativity! Great for young and old. $16/Gingerbread House. Join us between the hours of 9am and 4pm in the Country store.
Reservations are not required, just join us at our Belleville Country Store to take part in the fun!
Gingerbread Houses are $16/house.

Holiday Open House
2021-11-13 13:00 - 16:00 (America/Kentucky/Louisville) | KY
Kick-off the Holiday Season with Eckert’s at our Holiday Open House on Saturday & Sunday, November 13 & 14. We will be making spirits bright as we showcase delicious holiday food ideas, unique gift baskets, holiday treats, delicious wine pairing suggestions, gift ideas created by local artisans, and more! Shop with us during this two day sale to enjoy 20% off throughout Eckert’s, holiday bingo, a free gift for the first 150 guests each day plus door prizes. Don’t miss the fun.

Holiday Mini Sessions
2021-11-13 10:00 - 16:30 UTC | Eckert’s Belleville Farm, 951 South Green Mount Road, Belleville, IL, 62220, United States
It’s Christmas in the heart that puts Christmas in the air. We are so excited to offer, Christmas Mini Sessions on the farm! Ride the wagon out to our evergreen forest to get your family’s photos taken. These photos are perfect for Christmas Cards. Enjoy 20 minutes among the gorgeous trees as we capture the magic of the holidays. All guests will receive a print release + online gallery of at least 5 images. Only $165, for up to 8 people. Reservations must be made in advance.
Please note that the photographer is not an employee of Eckert’s. The mini session contract is between you and the photographer. For questions regarding your photo session, pictures, etc., please reach out to Joy McCullough at joymm3@gmail.com.
Photos will be shared via email by 11/26/21.
This is the ONLY option for holiday photos on the farm.
