Welcome to Kemp 208
At Kemp 208, located in a charming converted house on N Main St, Morton, IL, the culinary narrative unfolds through an innovative blend of New American cuisine, focusing on sandwiches and seafood. With a menu that features delights like the Sriracha shrimp cocktail and the decadent Jam Burger, each dish is crafted with fresh, quality ingredients. The ambiance is warm and inviting, enhanced by attentive service that makes every visit feel special. Patrons rave about the unique flavors and personal touches, creating an experience that's not just a meal but a memorable occasion. Come for the food, stay for the atmosphere—you won't regret it!
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208 N Main St, Morton, IL 61550 Hotline: (309) 263-4446
Welcome to Kemp 208, a culinary gem nestled in the heart of Morton, Illinois, on North Main Street. This New American eatery excels in delivering an imaginative blend of sandwiches and seafood, distinguished by a commitment to quality ingredients and unique flavor combinations.
Kemp 208 is not just a restaurant; it's an experience. Stepping into this charming space, which was once an old house, you are instantly enveloped in a warm and inviting atmosphere, perfect for both casual lunches and special dinners. The ambiance is harmonious, blending elegance with comfort, making each visit memorable.
The menu pays homage to traditional American cuisine while infusing it with a contemporary twist. Highlights include:
- Too Hot Burger: A fiery delight with mushrooms, pepper jack cheese, pickled jalapenos, and roasted garlic aioli—priced at just $12.00.
- Jam Burger: A decadent option featuring a savory bacon jam, cheddar, an over-easy egg, lettuce, and tomato, also at $12.00.
- Shrimp Cocktail Dinner: Poached jumbo shrimp served with a zesty sriracha cocktail sauce—a steal at $12.00.
- Berry Salad: A refreshing medley of spinach, berries, pecans, bleu cheese, and hibiscus vinaigrette for $7.00.
Customer feedback consistently praises Kemp 208 for its outstanding service and exceptional food. Patrons like Karl P. highlight the attentive service and superb filet mignon, while Lisa D. regards it as the "nicest restaurant" in the greater Peoria area. Tera B. calls it her "favorite restaurant around," underscoring its ability to create lasting impressions.
As a food reviewer, my own experience at Kemp 208 reaffirmed its reputation. I found myself delighted by the Boujee Burger—an unexpected surprise that was both affordable and fulfilling. The selection of craft beers adds an enjoyable touch to the meal, allowing guests to pair their dishes with local brews.
In a landscape crowded with dining options, Kemp 208 shines brightly, offering a menu that caters to diverse tastes while maintaining a strong focus on quality and service. Whether you are a local or just passing through Morton, this restaurant is a must-visit. Indulge in an unforgettable dining experience that promises to leave you wanting more.
Amazing food. Really cool atmosphere. The filet mignon was so good. Our server was very attentive
Always a relaxing atmosphere and great food. Personal service and good prices. You will soon make this your favorite.
The nicest restaurant in the greater Peoria area, IMHO. Wonderful food, service, and charming ambiance. Every single visit we've had there is a solid 5/5, and we take all of our favorite people there.
The staff is excellent, the service is excellent. The food is outstanding. I'm so sorry, we are just passing through, or we would return over and over again. The ambiance leaves you wanting more.
Food is great, best in Central Illinois, just can't seem to get enough help to seat a full house. It's just great food best around!!
Fantastic food, atmosphere and service for hosting a work party of 9; go. You won't regret it
Always great service, amazing food, and incredible drinks!! Our favorite restaurant around!!!
Nice surprise for lunch. Pleasant outside setting. Beet salad was really full of flavors. Service was excellent and liked the way they watered the beautiful mums with water left behind when they cleared tables Definitely returning next time I visits Morton
So I stopped in late on a Saturday night at about 8:00pm. I was looking for a sit down place and saw all the positive reviews. Thought why not. It was listed as an American restaurant. Found the location to be different than I thought it would be. It's an old house converted into a restaurant. Looked over the menu for a quick second and asked the hostess if they had sandwiches as I could tell the place was more couples and fancy than I expected. She was like yeah they have a burger that is awesome. Sure enough I ordered it with a salad and it rocked. It's called the Boujee Burger. It was the bomb and only $14.00. (Use to Chicago prices so it was super affordable by comparison). I ordered a Revolution Pilsner which tasted great with it. Again only $5.00. Use to City/Suburbs prices so all good here. My waitress was listed as Angel. If it was her she was great. Told me if I didn't like my Pilsner I could get another without an issue. If in the area I would recommend this place based upon my menu order. Again a little more fancy than I needed for a burger place, but it was great, as was the staff.