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  The city of Mt. Vernon is the business, shopping, cultural and entertainment hub of Jefferson County, Illinois. Mt. Vernon offers many attractions that include museums, craft fairs, historic sites, public parks and golf courses. The city also boasts more than 60 local and chain restaurants offering a variety of menu selections and specialties. Steak restaurants are a popular choice for tourists and residents alike.
  
  

Lone Star Steakhouse

• The Lone Star Steakhouse is a national chain originating out of Texas. The Mt. Vernon location offers hand-cut, tender steaks as well as the signature Lone Star seasoning. You can order specialties that include the Taste of Texas sampler as a starter; a big salad such as the signature Steak and Wedge featuring bleu cheese dressing, lettuce and tender steak slices; a soup like the chicken tortilla soup, or some of the award winning chili to go along with your mesquite-grilled steaks.
  
  Lone Star Steakhouse
  
  333 Potomac Blvd. Suite A
  
  Mt. Vernon, IL 62864
  
  618-244-7827
  
  lonestarsteakhouse.com
  
  

Ryan's Family Steak House

• Ryan's Family Steak House is a buffet style restaurant featuring family-friendly food and courteous service. The Mt. Vernon location is opened daily and offers a wide selection of soups, salads, sides, main courses, drinks and desserts. The freshly prepared foods include macaroni and cheese, hand-breaded fried chicken, baked chicken, mashed potatoes, rice and gravy and fresh vegetables. Steaks are served after 4 p.m. each day. Many of the dishes are made from scratch and a salad bar and grill are available for those who are especially health conscious.
  
  Ryan's Family Steak House
  
  4615 Broadway
  
  Mt. Vernon, IL 62864
  
  618-244-4491
  
  ryans.com
  
  

Steak 'n Shake

• Steak n' Shake was established in 1934 in Illinois. It specializes in premium steakburgers and milkshakes. The Mt. Vernon location's menu includes the original steakburger, genuine chili and signature steak franks. You can also order hearty chicken sandwiches, fresh salads and sides, and hand-dipped milkshakes. Try the classic milkshakes like banana, chocolate, vanilla or strawberry or a specialty shake like chocolate chip cookie dough. This restaurant also features a kid's menu with options such as mini-corn dogs, chicken fingers and steakburger minis. The dining room stays open daily from 10 a.m. until 2 or 3 a.m.
  
  Steak 'n Shake
  
  130 N. 44th St.
  
  Mt. Vernon, IL 62864
  
  618-244-9466
  
  steaknshake.com