Opening hours
Closed · opens Wednesday 4:00 PM
| Monday | Closed |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM |
| Thursday | 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM |
| Friday | 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM |
| Saturday | 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
Local time in Decatur: 4:16 PM (CST). Holiday hours may differ – call (217) 330-6365 to confirm.
Location & directions
170 N Merchant StDecatur, IL 62523
About Taproot Decatur
Taproot Decatur is an American restaurant located at 170 N Merchant St in Decatur, Illinois. Our Decatur guide covers 58 food and drink spots, and this is one of them. It sits in the mid-range price range ($20–30 per person).
Taproot Decatur is open 4 days a week, usually 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM (closed Monday, Tuesday, and Sunday).
Guests can choose from 10 menu items across 5 sections, including Soup - Lunch, Sandwiches - Lunch, Big Salads - Lunch, Kids' Menu - Lunch, and Beverages - Lunch. Listed prices range from $5.00 to $10.50, with a typical item around $6.00. You will find options like Farmer's Market Salad, Popcorn Fried Chicken, and Wisconsin Beer Cheese.
Available service options are takeaway, dine-in, and delivery. Visitors describe the atmosphere as casual, cosy, romantic, and trendy, and it is a good fit for groups, locals, and tourists. It is especially popular for lunch, dinner, and solo dining. Offerings include alcohol, beer, cocktails, coffee, and comfort food.
Accessibility features: wheelchair-accessible car park, wheelchair-accessible entrance, wheelchair-accessible seating, and wheelchair-accessible toilet. Payment methods accepted: credit cards, debit cards, and NFC mobile payments. Parking: free of charge street parking and free parking lot. Reservations are accepted; call (217) 330-6365 to book a table.
Quick facts
- Category
- American Restaurant
- Address
- 170 N Merchant St, Decatur, IL 62523
- Phone
- (217) 330-6365
- Price range
- $20–30 per person
- Hours
- Open 4 days a week, usually 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM (closed Monday, Tuesday, and Sunday)
- Menu
- 10 items · $5.00–$10.50
- Listing updated
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Popular times
Usually busiest around 6 PM on Fridays; one of the quieter times is around 5 PM on weekdays.
Based on typical visit patterns for American restaurants and this venue’s opening hours.
How the hours compare
We compared Taproot Decatur’s weekday schedule with 327 other American restaurants in Illinois. On a typical weekday it opens at 4:00 PM, later than most (the typical opening time is 11:00 AM) and closes at 8:00 PM, earlier than most (typical closing time: 9:00 PM).
In total it is open about 16 hours a week, 54 hours fewer than the local median of 70. 85% of American restaurants in Illinois open on Sundays; Taproot Decatur does not.
Compared with 327 other American restaurants in Illinois that list their hours in our guide.
Typical prices for American restaurants in Illinois
Based on 86 menus with 6,032 priced items from American restaurants in Illinois, the median menu item costs $10.25, and half of all items are priced between $5.49 and $15.59.
At Taproot Decatur the median listed price is $6.00, lower than the typical $10.25 for American restaurants in Illinois.
| Item | On menus | Typical price |
|---|---|---|
| French Fries | 35% | $4.95 |
| Onion Rings | 30% | $6.40 |
| Caesar Salad | 29% | $10.62 |
| Grilled Cheese | 27% | $8.20 |
| Patty Melt | 23% | $10.87 |
| Cheeseburger | 20% | $11.07 |
| French Toast | 16% | $10.45 |
| Chicken Strips | 16% | $11.99 |
Calculated from 86 menus in our guide. Prices vary by location and change over time.
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Features & amenities
Service options
- Takeaway
- Dine-in
- Delivery
Highlights
- Fast service
- Great cocktails
- Great dessert
- Great wine list
- Serves local specialty
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair-accessible car park
- Wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Wheelchair-accessible seating
- Wheelchair-accessible toilet
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Comfort food
- Happy-hour drinks
- Healthy options
- Small plates
- Spirits
- Vegetarian options
- Wine
Dining options
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Bar on site
- Toilet
- Wi-Fi
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cosy
- Romantic
- Trendy
- Upmarket
Crowd
- Groups
- Locals
- Tourists
Planning
- Dinner reservations recommended
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- High chairs
- Kids' menu
Parking
- Free of charge street parking
- Free parking lot
The neighborhood
Within a 10-minute walk (half a mile) of Taproot Decatur there is 1 other place to eat and drink in our guide, and 14 within one mile. By type, the places within a mile include Sandwiches & Delis (4), Bars & Pubs (2), Pizza (2), and Burgers & Fast Food (2).
Competition is light: 1 other American restaurant is within a mile and 2 within three miles. The closest is Sky City Grill, 0.9 mi away.
4 places within a mile stay open until 10 PM or later on at least one night a week.
Nearest places of other kinds
- BarbecuePT's BBQ0.4 mi
- Burgers & Fast FoodKrekel's Custard0.5 mi
- Bars & PubsBiggens Bar And Billiards0.8 mi
- PizzaPizza Hut0.8 mi
- Sandwiches & DelisSubway0.9 mi
What to expect at an American restaurant
American restaurants cover a lot of ground: the neighborhood diner with a counter and bottomless coffee, the family restaurant with a long laminated menu, the gastropub doing elevated comfort food, and the “New American” kitchen that builds a short seasonal menu around local farms. What ties them together is a menu built on familiar staples – burgers, sandwiches, salads, steaks, fried chicken and pasta – plus regional favorites that change as you cross the country.
What to order
- Cheeseburger – the benchmark dish; a good one tells you how seriously the kitchen takes its basics
- Chicken-fried steak or fried chicken – a comfort classic, especially in the South and Midwest
- Mac and cheese – often a house side that doubles as a main
- A regional specialty – look for anything named after the town or state on the menu
Good to know
- Portions are generous; sharing a starter or ordering a half portion is common and rarely frowned upon.
- Weekday lunch specials and early-bird dinners often cost noticeably less than the regular menu.
- Tipping 18–20% on table service is standard across the US.
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Frequently asked questions
What are Taproot Decatur's opening hours?
Open 4 days a week, usually 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM (closed Monday, Tuesday, and Sunday). Monday: Closed; Tuesday: Closed; Wednesday: 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM; Thursday: 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM; Friday: 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM; Saturday: 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM; Sunday: Closed.
Is Taproot Decatur open on Sunday?
No, Taproot Decatur is closed on Sundays.
Where is Taproot Decatur located?
Taproot Decatur is located at 170 N Merchant St, Decatur, IL 62523.
What is the phone number of Taproot Decatur?
You can call Taproot Decatur at (217) 330-6365.
Does Taproot Decatur offer delivery or takeout?
Yes, Taproot Decatur offers delivery, and takeout is available. Listed service options: takeaway, dine-in, and delivery.
How much does it cost to eat at Taproot Decatur?
The typical price range at Taproot Decatur is $20–30 per person. Menu prices range from $5.00 to $10.50.
Does Taproot Decatur take reservations?
Yes, Taproot Decatur accepts reservations.
Is Taproot Decatur wheelchair accessible?
Listed accessibility features: wheelchair-accessible car park, wheelchair-accessible entrance, wheelchair-accessible seating, and wheelchair-accessible toilet.
Is Taproot Decatur open late?
No, Taproot Decatur usually closes before 10 PM.
What else is near Taproot Decatur?
There are 14 other places to eat and drink within a mile of Taproot Decatur. Nearby options include PT's BBQ (0.4 mi), Krekel's Custard (0.5 mi), and Biggens Bar And Billiards (0.8 mi).
Are there other American restaurants near Taproot Decatur?
1 other American restaurant within a mile. The closest is Sky City Grill, 0.9 mi away.
How much do American restaurants in Illinois cost?
Based on 86 menus with 6,032 priced items from American restaurants in Illinois, the median menu item costs $10.25, and half of all items are priced between $5.49 and $15.59.
