Kretzers Grill and Bar

Kretzers Grill and Bar, nestled in Hoyleton, Illinois, is a culinary gem that offers a delightful dining experience steeped in warmth and hospitality. Renowned for its all-you-can-eat crab legs, Kretzers serves up succulent seafood alongside a diverse menu featuring everything from burgers to catfish nuggets. Their vibrant salad bar is a highlight, allowing diners to customize their plates while enjoying a relaxed atmosphere adorned with entertainment options. Excellent service and reasonable pricing enhance the experience, making it a must-visit for both locals and travelers alike. Kretzers is not just a restaurant; it’s a destination where unforgettable meals are crafted with care.

Accessibility
- Has wheelchair-accessible car park
- Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Has wheelchair-accessible seating
- Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
Service options
- Has outdoor seating
- Offers takeaway
- Serves dine-in
Highlights
- Has bar games
- Has fast service
- Has great beer selection
- Serves great cocktails
- Has great wine list
- Has live music
- Has live performances
- Good for watching sport
Popular for
- Popular for lunch
- Popular for dinner
- Good for solo dining
Offerings
- Serves alcohol
- Has all you can eat
- Serves beer
- Serves cocktails
- Serves coffee
- Serves comfort food
- Serves food
- Serves food at bar
- Serves happy-hour drinks
- Serves happy-hour food
- Serves late-night food
- Quick bite
- Has salad bar
- Serves small plates
- Serves spirits
- Serves wine
Dining options
- Serves lunch
- Serves dinner
- Has catering
- Serves dessert
- Has seating
Amenities
- Has bar on site
- Has toilet
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cosy
- Trendy
Crowd
- Family friendly
- Good for groups
- Popular with tourists
Planning
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Accepts cheques
- Accepts credit cards
- Accepts debit cards
- Accepts NFC mobile payments
- Credit cards
Children
- Good for kids
- High chairs available
- Has kids' menu
Parking
- Free of charge street parking
- Free parking lot
- Plenty of parking

Taylor Alvis

Apr 3,2025

My husband and I have lived all over the US, with crab legs being one of our favorite foods. Kretzers has the BEST crab legs we’ve ever had by far. Amazing food, phenomenal service, fun atmosphere, and the owners and family are some of the kindest people you can come across. Kretzers is our go to for any occasion! Highly recommend!

Lenney Moore

Mar 6,2025

1st time at Kretzer's. Stumbled across a hidden gem, right here in Hoyleton Illinois, a little short drive from St Louis. Got the AUCE king crab, and let me tell you it is truly a hidden gem. Crab was sweet, succulent and they do not let you run out. I had the salad bar and curly fries to blend in with my crab and everything was delicious. Salad bar is loaded and you make your own. 5 star salad bar, 5 star crab, fries and service. My server took excellent care of me OMG this place is amazing i love it. About the only AUCE crab place still left near the St Louis area. Totally worth the drive, and I will definitely return. Don't miss this hidden gem, and ignore the bad reviews. If you love crab try this place. My new favorite place to dined and can't wait to try other items on the menu that I enjoyed looking at. Awesome place!

Sara Tingley

Feb 27,2025

Food -Great but we were sad (after our 2.5 hour drive to get there) that they no longer offered Lobster or the King crab legs. . . Or the sampler platter I usually get, only snow crab legs and shrimp. That being said, the smoked crab legs were wonderful, some of the best I've ever had. They did not have the sampler that I usually get this time around.Salad bar is always great too.Service is always quick and good!Atmosphere in the entrance and bar area for a St. Louis Cardinal fan is great. The big dining room is open and serves it's purpose.

Kris Dempsey, Realtor, Equity Realty Group LLC

Feb 26,2025

We finally got a chance to visit for our 31st wedding anniversary. We sat in the bar because it has a quaint feel. Our food way very good. If you like mushrooms, these are AHMAZING... We got a seafood sampler, it was yummy! My crab legs were hard to eat they kept "sticking" but once I did get to the meat, they were also great. They have a new space they are working on to add seating, and for bands, eventually they will have garage doors. Our waiter was attentive and gave us plentyof recommendations. We will be back!!

Remrod Photography

Feb 12,2025

The best all you can eat crab legs on the planet! Hospitality is like no other! This is the place to be. Food steaming hot and servers are on point! It is a line but well worth the wait and drive. The smoked crab legs are by far the best I've ever had. I couldn't believe how great this place was. I will be back!

Bruce Da.

Feb 10,2025

The all you can eat Shrimp was delicious, carb legs I believe just about everyone knows about these.. Our waitress was awesome as well. Worth the hour drive and will do it again soon..

nitebee Thompson

Jan 13,2025

Diverse crowd very professional workers , and good food. The pricing was very reasonable, but I bet you won’t make it past the first plate of crab legs with all you can eat.

Kathy Cotton

Jan 12,2025

I'm a 1st time here. They have built a stage and now have entertainment on Saturday night. Was told to follow on face book for possible line ups of entertainment. Love the space on the patio. Was with a group of 20. Not crowded. We had a good time enjoying the company of our group. Would I go back (yes). They had a seafood boil (all u can eat). They also sale, burgers, catfish nuggets, ribs, steak, fries, onion rings, soups, salad bar and much more. Our waiter was pretty patience with such a large group.