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The Copper Penny

Classic bar food, cold drinks, and a local haunt where everyone feels welcome. Join us in downtown Vandalia.

Interior of a bar and grill in Vandalia IL with wooden tables
Burger and fries

Good Food.
Cold Drinks. 

Burgers, wings, handcrafted cocktails, and cold beer—right in the heart of historic Vandalia.

Chicken wraps and fries

Tuesday

Any Handheld with Fries — $9

Daily Specials

Available all day for dine-in or carryout.

Buffalo wings and fries

Wednesday

10 Wings and Fries — $15
Boneless or Traditional

Fried fish platter with fries and coleslaw

Thursday–Saturday

Fried Fish Platters — $15

Charters Patio

Experience small-town vibes with our seasonal outdoor seating. Enjoy good food, cold drinks, and a friendly atmosphere on Charters Patio.

Outdoor seating at Charters Patio
Live musicians performing on Charters Patio

Patio Ambiance

Relax in seasonal outdoor seating, surrounded by the historic charm of downtown Vandalia.

Live Music

Enjoy live music from local favorites throughout the patio season.

The Heart of Vandalia

Right in the heart of downtown Vandalia, The Copper Penny is a spot for good food, cold drinks, and taking in our historic downtown.

Vandalia State House
Charters Patio at night

“The Copper Penny is more than a bar—it’s part of downtown Vandalia.”

Abraham Lincoln statue in downtown Vandalia
Small white dog at The Copper Penny
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