“Gluten free waffles and pancakes ARE available and an absolute revelation! Hallelujah! The blueberry lemon cheesecake waffles were INSANE, no maple syrup needed.Claudia was a great hostess and server. Even when she is busy she's attentive and kind.Great Julius Meinl coffee ☕?My only note, and the only ⭐ I withheld, would be that our steak skillet had barely any meat in it and was mostly large chunks of potatoes and cheese (fine, but we're here for the full melange). If we're going to do hunks of potato, I personally prefer a small to medium dice, but hash browns are my top. Skillets are a staple and will be what brings people in over and over so that they can have the filling savory meal while they share your delicious waffles. Of course my experience is mine alone.Menu images for everyone to enjoy their amazing offerings!! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐Dietary restrictions: Gluten Free available!!“
“I family and I love it . we recently moved to the area and I’m so happy I found this place. From the moment you walk in the lady in the front is so kind, the people are amazing. I was so impressed with how they treat everyone. The owner is the nicest and most sweetest person ever. Everyone feels so welcomed and food is delicious. My favorite dishes so far are the spartan omelets chicken panini,crepes, and French toast with strawberries and nuttella“
“Nothing but amazing things to say about this place! From the atmosphere, servers, food and Mary herself! You feel at home there. Mary knows you, the staff is beyond amazing. Some of the sweetest servers out there! Mary has theme days and in the summer it’s not uncommon for her to have DJ’s outside! Go check it out!“
“This is a hidden gem. The single person working the counter (Don himself perhaps) was so kind and accommodating. He seemed to know everyone coming in and treated everyone with the same careful attention. The food was the exact greasy diner meal I needed. Highly recommend!“
“Wow, this place is AMAZING? Great service, hopping atmosphere, and every single one of our dishes were delicious. We will be making this establishment a regular breakfast place during our Chicago visits! Food ordered was: Breakfast burrito Croissant Sandwich Buttermilk pancakes with a side of crispy bacon!“
“My server demi was very attentive and got everything right in my very detail difficult order I always have crazy requests and she meet every need of mine. She was quick with getting us drinks and made us feel like we were the only ones in the in the restaurant even tho it was very busy and packed. She definitely deserves all the stars and the food is excellent there I got the biscuits and gravy and ciabatta sunrise sandwich they were both so good and full of flavor! I just want to say she made the experience worth it to come back again and again. I request her every time.“
“My mother and I had a fabulous breakfast here this past weekend. The service was very welcoming and friendly, the coffee superb, and the food excellent. It's a very clean and inviting space and I know I'll definitely be back to visit again soon. Highly recommend!“
“We went to breakfast with family. We called ahead, and they actually saved a table for 8. So we just walked in. The place was full to capacity!! The food was out of this world. You must try it!! I'm a Eggs Benedict guy and I thought Egg Harbour had the Best but this place had Eggs Benedict Florentine which was astounding hahaha. This location was at la Grange il.“
“The food was delicious and so fresh! The country fried steak was a little salty but overall delicious! Everything was fairly priced. The server was so friendly and kind. Very attentive as well and they served the food exactly how we asked for it. We will definitely dine in again.“
“The pancakes & coffee are the best. They have a canela coffee that doesn’t have any sugar and it’s so homey! The breakfast ham is good but the portion is on the smaller side. The chia pudding is refreshing- you can taste the quality of the all the ingredient they use. A very cute and clean place to enjoy a made from scratch breakfast.Parking: There’s a lot in the back of the building, accessible through the alley. Street parking is free on Sundays.“
“I’ve been coming here since I was a kid (I’m 24 now) , this is easily my favorite breakfast spot ever . The servers are so sweet & kind, the owners are great people & it’s family owned . The food tastes like it was made by my gma, everything tastes so good & since I’ve been a repeat customer since birth ? I’ve tried pretty much everything on the menu already, anything you get is 10/10 . The cream of chicken & rice soup is a must try, any time I’m sick that’s my go to . It’s my family’s favorite soup . I’d like to think that’s their signature soup, anyone I know that has tried it says it’s their favorite thing on the menu .. me included . The skirt steak is absolutely amazing & has so much flavor . The rolls are so buttery, soft & fresh . Next time you’re in the area & can’t decide where you wanna eat, come here you will not be disappointed at all ? the food is amazing, the servers are amazing & you see nothing but smiles the whole time you’re there !!“
“This place is amazing. We came here for my daughter’s birthday and one they went all out for her. I highly recommend this place. Michelle was our server and she was super sweet. This place is great. And we visited from Minnesota which made it extra special they all went out of there way. Thank you.“
“The food was really really delicious. A little under seasoned for my taste. Idk. The service was quick and easy which I prefer. The seats could be spaced out a little more for my liking bit overall we had a good time. The coffee was the best item we ordered.“
“The food is very good but the service is mediocre. The young servers can be a little more friendly and also they should honor the prices that are on the menu in front of you and if they've changed, then they should go ahead and change it on the menu.“
“We've been going to Lumes for years, it's our favorite breakfast restaurant. No matter if it was just us or a get together of family and friends we always get wonderful service and great food. Once in a while we get it to go and the food is just as good and ready when we get there to pick it up. Thank you to everyone at Lumes for doing such a wonderful job!Kid-friendliness: We take our 2 year old granddaughter there all the time. She loves all the different kinds of pancakes ?Wheelchair accessibility: We take mom on Saturday or Sundays to get her our a little bit. She walks with a rollator and the staff is always patient and caring with.“
“Out and about doing errands and we came upon this little gem named Bacon & Jam. 3335 W. 111th street Chicago. There was a rush of activity at the front door, two individuals with pajamas and slippers on, made me feel immediately like "There must be something about this place" people literally gett straight out of bed to come dine here, oh we must be in for a treat!!! And we were!!!!! Make sure your appetite is on 10, because the portions are sinful!!!! The food was good , we both had Omelettes with generous amounts of meat in them. I didn't see Vegan friendly options though. The service was fantastic , the pricing a little high, but on par with other places which these days run on the high end for a meal. That little container of bacon jam...Honey thats a little mastermind touch of flavor you can add on anything!!!! Yum to the 10th power of DELICIOUS!!!! A small place, with big warm appeal !!!! Stop, eat, And keep it moving you've got 90 mins. Before you get the Boot!!! Honestly you're served so quickly, you'll be done in less than an hour and filled to the brim!!!!“
“Whenever I'm in Chicago I search for hidden gem foodie spots. I mean Chicago is literally foodie Heaven. We didn't dine in because we were trying to prepare for an event but I'm kind of glad we didn't. It's small and dark inside, and I felt like the tables were too close together. But they made up for it all with an AMAZING breakfast. I got the gyro skillet. Absolutely delicious!! The picture does it absolutely no justice.. I never thought of gyro as a breakfast item and now I know I need it often. There were huge portions of meat and amazing tzatziki sauce and nobody will ever call them stingy with the cheese because for every bite I got delicious feta cheese chunks mixed in. It was amazing. The pancakes were basic, there was nothing wrong with them but I'm not going to reminisce on them. But that gyro skillet!!! I can't wait to get it again“
“Stopped in after an early appointment and was happy I did. The service and atmosphere were excellent. I was greeted cheerfully upon entering and immediately seated. I ordered coffee followed by a skillet that I customized a bit. It came out exactly as ordered. The seasoning was a bit lacking for my taste buds but nothing a little salt and pepper didn't address. The portions were substantial and I left happy and full with leftovers.“
“I like this location for the service, I have always had friendly staff whenever I have been here. I could just be lucky but the wait and pace of my meal has been spot on. I have liked everything I have eaten at Blueberry Hill. It is a good spot to stop at for a quick brunch as I did on this visit.“
“Brookfield Breakfast was recommended to us by a friend and let me just say that the wrap I had was phenomenal! I ordered the chicken Cesar wrap with sweet potato fries and my husband ordered the chilaquiles. Everything was so fresh and perfectly portioned. We will definitely be coming back!“
“Coffee was delicious, and so was the blue berry pancakes. The eggs floritine are made with fresh spinach, and topped with creamy hollandaise sauce. The service was spot on. Mentioned I liked the coffee and was offered a cup to go. Definitely making this a regular stop.“
“Food was great, had an egg and cheese crossaint, some spinach, avocado, mushroom, and cheese crepes, the house veggie burger, and crispy eggplant with polenta and goat cheese. The crepe came with only the cheese on the inside and other ingredients on top, and was more of a crispy rather than soft or spongy texture, so somewhat different than I had pictured but they were good. I'd order all of it again! Service was good and attentive. Food was a little slow to come out at times given that the place was pretty empty, but I wasn't in a hurry and was taking my own time, so I didn't mind that. Will definitely return!“
“I have been going to this restaurant for over 10 years. It's a very small personable place where you feel so welcome every time you walk in. The women who run the place have known my son since he was 4 years old, and still remembers him every time we come in. The food is always great . I would definitely recommend this place to anyone who has family in town that wants to show them a perfect little restaurant that has a lot to offer. They have breakfast dishes and also lunch dishes. They are open till 2pm . Check it out . You won't be disappointed.“
“Second day in Chicago and surrounding areas and I found this wonderful cafe and the service my family and I received was phenomenal and high praises to the kitchen and staff as a whole was knowledgeable and the food was just how a morning should start.“
“Somewhat quiet place to get a meal. Tried their shakshuka and was pleasantly surprised with how good it tasted. The staff were incredibly hospitable and were very helpful with answering questions. Their house made jam was also amazing and went really well with the English muffin.“
“I ordered an order from DoorDash. GREAT food. Nutella Crepe was amazing. So many great items. Rebecca who answered my call and took excellent care of my order. She thought of the tiniest details for my order. Coffee cups came individually wrapped so they don't leak. Orange juices and ice waters came in trays. This restaurant is great! Can't wait to visit again and go there. Thanks Rebecca for being amazing!“
“SO GOOOODDDDD first when we went in their service was so good they got us to our table fast and it was my brother's birthday and they singed happy birthday to him to best place I have gone in a while I definitely recommend going here ❤️“
“Happy with my breakfast. I had eggs over easy with ham and with crepes and fruit on the side. The eggs were cooked perfectly and the ham and crepes were delicious. The coffee was hot and good as well. The only item that could have been improved is the presentation of the fruit bowl. Some of the strawberries didn't look too fresh but all the other fruit was great. Service was polite and quick. Breakfast was great. The menu offers a lot of options. Will go again.“
“First time here and was not disappointed! ? The service, the food, and the atmosphere was absolutely amazing! Our server was so sweet, she took such great care of us. We had the strawberry mimosas, a skillet, and the breakfast burger. (Not the actual names of the dishes) Burger was cooked perfectly and the skillet was delicious too. This place is huge! We were able to walk in and be seated right away.“
“The food is good, service is great, atmosphere is decent, not bad. It is just the time we went it is a busy place, there are not reservations and we had to wait like 1 hour for a table. Which can be also typical due to the size of the party.The portions of the food are great, more than I expected, and waffles were great.I would recommend it, just be aware that may be a busy time and the wait to be seat.“
“I know the owner really nice person but long while back had a rude encounter with a waitress. I was accompanying a friend to eat. Even though I already ate I decided to order off the kids menu so I do not go there just to be rude and order nothing.. Then the waitress mentioned that I do not look like someone that should order off the kids menu... I got up and walked it's been 7 years I have not gone... hope it is a lesson to that waitress do not insult because you will miss out on buisness and a good tip... be kind to everyone it goes a loongg way.“
“I work at Lyons Township High School right across the street! I treated my coworker for her birthday. We ordered the Deluxe Skillet and a BLT Wrap, order was ready at the specified time.., friendly greeting when I arrived. Everything was really good, my BLT wrap was loaded with bacon! It came with a soup and a side I chooses frost fruit.“
“The pancakes are amazing! Never had such great tasting food! The hash browns and bacon were on point. I ordered crispy and they came out to perfection not burnt or soggy. The strawberries were so fresh and the coffee also had great taste no after taste or old taste. The servers were super friendly and polite. Super fast service. Over all amazing totally recommend it! The prices are very reasonable and the proportions are very well calculated.Parking: Right in front“
“First visit, will not be our last. Big parking lot, cute decor and very clean, we were immediately greeted and felt very welcomed. The food was fast, delicious and generous. The homemade complimentary soup was excellent and I would go back just for that. It seemed clear to me they are taking a lot of pride in this place and that always makes me want to support a business. We will definitely be returning.“
“Placed an order for Thanksgiving wanted the chocolate chip cheese cake ended up with plain pancakes for dessert. Called the lady said they were out of cheese cake. The more I questioned her .she then said I could come pick up the chocolate chip cheese cake. I explained I had no transportation and then she said yes again they had the cheese cake but I had to pick it up. So I said thanks no transportation so good bye.“
“Great food. Specials daily. Senior menu. Good prices. Each day of week is a special. Today was steak day. Prime rib, ribs, new York, strip, choose one and soup or salad, potato and beverage. About $15.00 to $20.00 each. There are specials for month... Love the chicken paramagnon. Good hamburgers also and breakfast is a great portion for the moneyParking: Big lotKid-friendliness: Family environWheelchair accessibility: Special door and ramp“
“Been coming here for a while, food is always fresh and good!I always ask for Erika because she’s always on point with the orders from what I have been receiving.I’ve also had Dishawn and he’s amazing as well!It does get busy in there during lunch hours but you won’t be disappointed in the end!“
“The pancakes at Hearty Cafe Pancake House are a pancake lover's dream come true! Nestled in the heart of one of Chicago's neighborhood, I recently had the pleasure of dining here and I must say, it was a truly delightful experience from start to finish. The Hearty Cafe Pancake House is a cozy and charming gem that serves up scrumptious pancakes I've ever tasted and a must-try Tuna Melt. First and foremost, the pancakes are exceptional. They are cooked to perfection, with a light and airy texture that melts in your mouth. The batter is made with high-quality ingredients, and you can taste the difference in every bite. The menu offers a variety of options, from classic buttermilk pancakes to creative flavors like cheesecake and Oreo, which are sure to tantalize your taste buds. The portion sizes are generous, and the prices are reasonable, making it a great value for the quality of food you receive. In addition to their pancakes, Hearty Cafe also offers a range of other breakfast and brunch options. From omelettes to French toast, there's something for everyone. But what really caught my attention was the Tuna Melt. This dish is a true standout on the menu. Made with fresh tuna, melted cheddar cheese, and grilled onions, all sandwiched between two slices of perfectly toasted bread, the Tuna Melt is a flavor explosion in every bite. The tuna is perfectly seasoned, and the melted cheese adds a gooey richness that complements the savory flavors. It's a unique and delicious twist on a classic sandwich that is not to be missed.The atmosphere at Hearty Cafe is warm and inviting, with rustic decor and friendly service. Whether you're dining with friends, family, or flying solo, Hearty Cafe offers a welcoming atmosphere, with Friendly and attentive staff, making you feel right at home. The restaurant creates a pleasant dining experience. If you're craving delicious pancakes that are fluffy, flavorful, and satisfying, then Hearty Cafe Pancake House in the Beverly neighborhood is a must-visit spot, for any breakfast or brunch lover. I highly recommend visiting this hidden gem that won't disappoint!“
“I did not feel like cooking breakfast this morning so I decided to order a breakfast burrito from here and it was delicious! The burrito was full of all the healthy good stuff. Scrambled eggs, red peppers, mixed greens, avocado and black beans all wrapped in a flour tortilla. The burrito came with a side of home fries (potatoes). You can get the salsas, the green one and orange one with a little kick and they both complement the burrito and add such flavor. I truly enjoyed it. It was the perfect size and quite filling, especially adding the side of potatoes. I've passed this bakery so many times and you notice it because it's so colorful and put you in the mind of an ice cream shop because the outside is so colorful. I want to try other items on the menu because their breakfast burrito was really good.“
“I've been eating here for 18 years. Never disappointed. The interior has changed with slots. Food is always good and good service. Now they charge for everything. Prices have gone up. But I still come out of my way to come and eat here. They've got the best cornbeef hash in the area. Belgium waffle is firm and soft. Nice size “
“Food was perfectly portioned...and good. Service was decent. It was busy and crowded so no complaints. The place is tight with tables pretty much in every space that a table could be. I would go back. Reasonable, friendly, good food and perfect portions.“
“I wanted the Cheeseburger with some Spicy fries. I watched him grill it and flip it a few feet away from me. The sizzle crackled and popped to prepare me for that first bite. I smashed the bread a little bit to cut my burger in half properly. The juices escaped the sides and left it's mark on my plate. Some of the fries couldn't escape it's reach.I forgot to take a picture for you, but I promise you (this place makes burgers better than anyone I could think of). When you go, go soon, and please take a picture of your burger for me yes? Oh, and tip the waitress (no less than $10.00).“
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“YUM‼️‼️‼️Best buttermilk pancakes i’ve ever had , of 100s of restaurants‼️Nothing as yummy as themExpensive ?Strawberry Waffles are great as well‼️‼️‼️Vegetarian options: Pancakes, eggs, toast, potatoes, waffles, lots of things to eat for vegetarians❤️❤️❤️Dietary restrictions: They accommodate. They still cook with canola oil, which is CAR ENGINE OIL‼️Parking: Plenty of parkingKid-friendliness: Great for childrenWheelchair accessibility: Easy for wheelchairs“
“Those chocolate chips pancakes was delicious. The sausages taste good and I like that lemonade/strawberry drink. The waitress's service was good and she was nice.Parking: They have A parking lot.Wheelchair accessibility: They have an entrance for the handicapped.“
“Today I was adventurous and tried the Country Fried Steak. Really good choice, it has a lemon flavor on the gravy which was good. I'm a regular on Sundays but tried it Saturday Usually good service but today the male waiter was especially helpful. Coffee was never empty, he was asking before I had too. Saturday has a little more traffic than Sunday early morning but it did not take away from the coziness of the restaurant. Mood was actually more upbeat with all the chatter.“
“Came here for breakfast on a Saturday morning. It was busy, but there was no wait for 2 people. It's a cozier version of an IHOP with a full bar. Service was good and everything came out quick. Pancakes, sausage, and eggs were all good. I also got regular and chocolate cannolis. They weren't my favorite, a little dry and flavorless 2/5 stars for the cannoli, but 4/5 for the breakfast. It is a bit pricey compared to a chain but I like that it's in the neighborhood.“
“Great place for simple breakfast. I was pleasantly surprised. Well cooked food, friendly and fast. Goodly-sized portions. My wife and I paid $27 for our food, and we both got two meals out of it. We went at 8am on a Friday, the place was quite busy.It reminded me of Waffle House down south... not quite as good as the legendary WaHo, but a similar simplistic menu and fast service.“
“The chicken and waffles were very delicious! after taking a break from getting jerked around on my orders at Wack Arnolds. But, McDonald's is still my "go to" spot. I thought Roscoe's relocated from Cali after sinking my teeth into these perfectly seared, upscale pancakes! I ordered more, but can't speak for others who ordered with me. If you are an "out of tower", make sure you know how to whip the ride because you will miss it if you aren't sure where it is. Until next time, next spot! Peace! One more.... SHOUT OUT TO THE BRUH SELLING BODY OILS AND THINGS ONSITE!! I don't have any pictures to post because I ate it all??♂️✌?“
“What a wonderful experience! Greeted properly and seated with great enthusiasm to serve. I appreciate a business that respects my money. Unlike that last diner I just left from. I surly hope these restaurants remember, we the people; have options and choices around here. Thank you, BLUEBERRY HILL CAFE“
“ADAM our server is the BESTEST! He was very professional, courteous, kind, accommodating etc…The two young ladies at the front one being Shasta were super kind and wanting to assist me and my family in any way.Let’s not forget the breakfast was DELICIOUS!Thank you! We will continue to frequent this restaurant!Wheelchair accessibility: My mother in law used a walker and they were very compassionate to her.“