The Brown Bag Bistro
318 E. Broadway St., Alton, IL 62002
Coffee Shops
A stylish bistro cafe located in the heart of Downtown Alton.
The Brown Bag Bistro offers soups, salads, specialty sandwiches, and much more. Enjoy indoor seating or pick a relaxing spot on the patio. Perfect stop to take a break as you shop the streets of historic downtown Alton, IL.
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