Post Commons

Post Commons

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A living room for Alton, functioning as a coffee shop, brunch kitchen, and event space. Open for dine-in & take-out!

For event info, email our events team at [email protected] The Lantern Network will be the underground incubator fostering common good in Alton. POST will be home to coffee, food, events, & shared space for our Lantern Network and for those that are serving Alton.

08/12/2026

We're teaming up with the Red Cross for a blood drive from 8am–noon on Wednesday, 8/26. As a thank you, donors will receive a free bottle of orange juice, a slice of Good News Brewing Company - Alton cheese pizza, and a $20 Amazon e-gift card. Walk-ins are welcome, or sign up in advance at https://www.redcrossblood.org

08/11/2026

BYO Craft Night is this Thursday! Bring whatever project you’re working on and join us for a relaxed night of creating and hanging out. Coffee, pizza, and drinks from Good News Brewing Company - Alton will be available. See you then!

08/10/2026

Join us every Thursday in September from 7–10pm for Jazz Night. Enjoy live music, a limited cocktail menu from the Post coffee bar, and a relaxing evening in our historic space. More details coming soon!

08/07/2026

We've been loving Firefly, the summer release coffee from Idle Roasting Co.
This blend of Burundi and Colombia coffees features notes of strawberry, milk chocolate, bright citrus, and a winey finish. The result is a cup that reminds us of strawberry lemonade and is perfect for warmer days.

08/05/2026

Rock the Hops is just around the corner! Tickets are $20 at Post Commons. Stop in and grab yours before the event this Saturday!

08/05/2026

We’re so lucky to have a building full of community, creativity, and delicious things to share. Thanks to Great Rivers & Routes for highlighting the spaces that make Post Commons special!

Once home to Alton's historic U.S. Post Office, Post Commons now delivers great food and home grown charm. Start your day with coffee and breakfast from Post Commons, grab a fresh smoothie from CJ's Juicery, or enjoy a wood-fired pizza from Good News Brewing Company - Alton . Stop by this iconic Alton destination where history, community, and delicious flavors come together. ☕🍕✨

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Photos from Post Commons's post 08/04/2026

What a way to kick off our first Sunday! Thank you to everyone who stopped by and helped make our first Sunday such a success. After eight years, we're so excited to finally be serving our community seven days a week. Your support over the years helped make this possible. ❤

08/01/2026

Don't forget! Starting tomorrow, we'll officially be open on Sundays from 8am–1pm with our full coffee bar and kitchen. We can't wait to spend Sunday mornings with you!

Photos from Post Commons's post 07/31/2026

Meet a few of the faces behind your favorite drinks!
Callie has been with Post for 3 years, Jordan for 5 years, and Remi for 1 year. Their care and creativity show up in every cup they make, and we're grateful to have them on our team. Be sure to say hi the next time you stop by!

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300 Alby Street
Alton, IL
62002

Opening Hours

Monday 7am - 7pm
Tuesday 7am - 7pm
Wednesday 7am - 7pm
Thursday 7am - 7pm
Friday 7am - 7pm
Saturday 7am - 2pm