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From the dining hall of Maxson Manor Restaurant, enjoy a breathtaking panorama of the Rock River and a sandstone bluff where Chief Black Hawk still watches over his land. This 50-foot statue of the Native American legend, which can be seen from the restaurant, is the largest concrete monolith in the United States.

Maxson Manor’s unique and natural setting has turned the restaurant and paddlewheel boat into a tourist destination, with regulars drawn from the road, the air and the river.

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A buffet opens every day – 365 days a year – at 11 a.m. All-American fare is a reliable favorite for diners who know they can expect a hot meal and personal service every time they visit.

The 1.25-acre asphalt parking lot is spacious enough to draw classic car enthusiasts who line the highway with their treasures, leaving plenty of room for other diners to park close to the restaurant.

Visit the glass-enclosed restaurant now, and settle in again at every time of year to watch the seasons change from your comfortable perch indoors. Watch the leaves change color and light up in the glow of autumn, a layer of snow paint the forest and frozen river white in winter, the wildlife and wildflowers emerge in spring, and Canadian geese touch down and skim the water’s surface in summer.