The Vault Café on the Square

A new chapter, the same great taste.

NEW Menu, fresh flavors, playful vibes, and plates that spark delight.

A tall, white multi-story building with classical architectural details at the corner of a street. The ground floor features a cafe with a sign reading 'Alcona Cafe,' large windows, and decorative columns. The sky above is blue with some clouds.

#1 Restaurant in Marion

The Vault Café on the Square is Marion's most iconic dining spot. Housed in the historic Citadel building from 1914, the café occupies the ground floor of what was once a bank — and the original vault is still there, with seating inside. VisitSI

Open for breakfast and lunch, the menu features classic American fare: eggs Benedict, omelets, sandwiches, and more. Rated 4.8 on Google and #1 restaurant in Marion on TripAdvisor, guests consistently rave about the food, the friendly service, and the one-of-a-kind atmosphere.

Now under new ownership, John & Allison Covington are excited to carry on The Vault's legacy while bringing fresh ideas and new menu items to the table. Same great charm — with more to come.

Come see what's inside.

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A promotional flyer for The Vault Cafe on the Square advertising a strawberry pecan spring salad. The flyer features a large image of the salad with strawberries, pecans, red onions, and grilled chicken, and includes prices, ingredients, and tags highlighting the freshness, lightness, and satisfying nature of the dish.
Menu poster advertising Tuesday's special Cheesy Chicken Quesadilla from The Vault Café on the Square, priced at $14.99. The meal includes a side salad, black bean corn salsa, sour cream, and a drink. The image shows a quesadilla on a white plate along with a salad, a bowl of sauce, a bowl of mixed vegetables, and a glass of iced tea with lemon.
Poster advertising Friday special at The Vault Café on the Square featuring fresh-shaved lamb gyro served with a side, priced at $14.99, including a drink, with an image of the gyro and a glass of iced tea.

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Phone: (618) 993-9010

Address: 504 Tower Square Plaza Floor 1, Marion, IL 62959, USA.