Carlyle, Illinois

Every loaf tells a story,
every shelf holds something worth finding

Nestled on Fairfax Street, Flamingo on Fairfax is where the warmth of a neighborhood bakery meets the thoughtfulness of a curated grocer. Fresh bread at dawn. Everyday essentials, chosen with care.

Fresh artisan bread displayed on a rustic wooden counter with warm lighting
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Interior of Flamingo on Fairfax showing warm lighting and stocked shelves

A corner of Carlyle where quality speaks for itself

Flamingo on Fairfax isn't about grand gestures. It's about the bread that's still warm from the oven when you walk in at 7 a.m. It's about the jar of honey from a local apiary, the coffee beans roasted within a hundred miles, the pantry staples you can trust because we'd use them ourselves.

We opened our doors on Fairfax Street with a simple conviction: that a community deserves a place where the ordinary — groceries, snacks, daily necessities — is treated with extraordinary care. Every product on our shelves has earned its place.

1191

Fairfax Street

62231

Carlyle, IL

★

Loved Locally

From Our Oven & Shelves

Whether you're looking for fresh-baked goods to start your morning or pantry essentials for the week ahead, we've thoughtfully stocked every corner.

Assorted artisan breads including sourdough and baguettes on a display counter

Fresh-Baked Bread

Sourdough, ciabatta, focaccia, and daily specials — baked early so it's fresh when you arrive.

Baked Daily
An assortment of pastries and cakes on a glass display case

Pastries & Sweets

Croissants, tarts, cakes, and seasonal treats made in-house with butter, flour, and genuine care.

Made In-House
Well-stocked grocery shelves with pantry items, canned goods, and specialty foods

Curated Groceries

From coffee and tea to pantry staples and local specialties — every item selected with intention.

Thoughtfully Chosen

Why Carlyle Keeps Coming Back

It's not just what we sell — it's how we sell it. Small details that make a big difference in your day.

Warm Welcome

Every guest is greeted like a neighbor — because in Carlyle, that's exactly what you are.

Made with Care

Our bakers arrive before dawn. Every loaf, every pastry, is crafted with patience and pride.

Right Here

On Fairfax Street, in the heart of Carlyle. Easy to find, impossible to forget.

Quality First

We wouldn't stock it if we wouldn't serve it to our own family. That's the standard.

Come say hello

Address

1191 Fairfax Street
Carlyle, IL 62231-1833

Hours

Monday – Friday 6:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Saturday 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Sunday 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM

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Flamingo on Fairfax
1191 Fairfax St, Carlyle, IL 62231

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