Saturday at 8:15am on a rainy day. Starting to get busy but was immediately seated. Our server was attentive and gracious. Breakfast served faster than I ever imagined. Only thing that I can recommend is have the hash browns a little more crispy. Other wise food was most excellent. Not the first time we were here but never the last time. Make the stop for breakfast and or lunch!!!! read more

Andy's Restaurant - Veggie skillet/pancakes - American Near Me - Crystal Lake, Illinois

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Had the eggs over easy hash browns and bacon Very good cooked to order Place is clean and friendly read more

Great breakfast close to my house love to walk there. Nice service and good food would recommend.

A little outdated, but food was great and service was amazing. Would definitely come back. Love the fact that I can sit at the who came out really fast and the bathrooms were clean. read more

We had a great breakfast here. The parking is across the street, but there was plenty. Everyone was nice and food was terrific! Very full but that tells you that everyone knows it's good! Service was great despite the full place. read more

This is the best diner around! It has a crystal lake family friendly feel . Everyone from the town goes here and loves it. Crowded on the weekend but worth it. All the food is excellent. All the service is excellent. A must visit in crystal lake. read more

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Great place for breakfast. Many different choices - 2 full pages ranging from traditional breakfast to newer stuff. Can get a hearty breakfast of ham, eggs, hash browns - all the way to vegetarian with egg whites, potatoes, feta cheese, and everything in between. Regular refills. Quick service. Old school diner feel - nothing fancy, keeps the prices down. read more

My son and his girlfriend took me to Andy's for a Father's Day breakfast. The service was great and the food was also. Our waitress and the other workers were very attentive and kind. I hope to spend time with family there again read more

I honestly love this restaurant. I love a restaurant that has a good counter bar. You know the old school diner feel. That's what this place has. But their food is also really good. Everything tastes fresh. My go to order is the cinnamon French toast combo meal which is outstanding. I always forget to take a picture of it because it's so good. read more

Came here with my son for breakfast recently and we were very pleased. The food is outstanding and the service could not be friendlier . The owner stopped by and we had a very nice conversation . The restaurant is small and a bit crowded, but part of that is because there are always soooo many people eating there.! Wonderful place that I can't wait to go back to!! read more

Food was great , service beyond ! We meet the owner Angie and she was the most gracious host ever! The business was clean and super lively .

Andy's is one of the last of great old fashioned diners- they have the best pancakes around - light fluffy and their multi-grain ones with cinnamon butter delish and I'm normally not a lover of multi-grain!! The cream of chicken soup so creamy and fresh tasting! Their lunches - hot open face turkey with real mashed potatoes so good! Service friendly and they stop by the tables throughout your meal- love this place read more

I felt the food was mediocre it was my first time there. And I felt that they price gouged. I would not considered a good value in any sense. I won't be going back! read more

We arrived just after 7am. We were greeted by a very pleasant lady who took care of us with a smile and great hospitality. She kept the coffee cups full! We ordered the shamrock Benedict and the 2x4 with French toast. My husband loved the shamrock Benedict and from the bite that he shared I can see why! They were generous with the hollandaise and it was delicious! I asked for cinnamon butter for the French toast and it did not disappoint! I highly recommend trying this if you haven't already! It was a typical old school looking diner with a counter and older decor but it is all part of that ambiance and feel. There weren't a lot of people there but we enjoyed it and were grateful for the food and service. read more

Hi, had a great time and Andy's today, super customer service. The manager/owner was sooo kind, she's the sweetest. Even though we had a little issue with the food, it was all our fault really, but she remained professional. Omg I wish so many mangers would be like her. read more

Classic American diner feel including a counter. Nice and friendly service. Ample off street parking. The ham did not disappoint. Bonus that they have gluten free toast as an option. read more

Andy's Restaurant - Two eggs over easy with crispy hash browns, ham, and gluten free toast. - American Near Me - Crystal Lake, Illinois

Tasty breakfast menu. Extremely accommodating. Great service. The place was full and they set up a table for us without a problem. Mary gave us top notch service. And the food was classic American breakfast. It was just what the doctor ordered. read more

Great food, good prices and a very friendly staff!! We will be back! We had a wonderful breakfast on our first visit and loved it all!!

Just stopped in for a quick lunch while passing through town and everything was great!! The staff was so friendly and the food was delicious!! If we are ever out this way again, we will definitely be back! read more

Service was friendly. Definitely had the vibe of where the locals go. Fried cod was very tasty

Can not believe we've waited 17 years to finally try this local diner. Been here twice this summer. Once for lunch and this morning for breakfast. We were seated at a booth and promptly visited by three employees. One to give us our menu; one to ask for drinks; one to take our order or answer any questions. Needing a few moments to look over the menu and specials menu, then we placed our order. Teenage son had the Nutella crepe and loved it. Hubby ordered a Denver-style Skillet with a side of multigrain pancakes and sugar free syrup. I ordered the hash skillet with a side of pancakes. Delicious! Would order again! * First visit was in July when grandma was in town. Grandma and teenage son both ordered the Francheesy (sp?) which is a cheese and bacon wrapped hotdog that's deep fried. Served with coleslaw & fries. I had soup and half ham sandwich. Their soups are homemade and so delicious. read more

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I discovered Andy's a couple of years ago and have never been disappointed in the food or service. The Friday evening fish offerings are beyond any other restaurants in the area. Perfectly prepared, generous portions and a price that everyone can afford. Do you like homemade soups, this is the spot and always several choices daily. read more

The food here is always fresh and perfectly cooked! I've never had a bad meal. The service is consistently excellent, and the staff are very personable. They're amazing! The customer service is phenomenal and great, all of them has a wonderful personality, and a fantastic sense of humor, even when a full glass of water spills everywhere. You really should stop in, even if it's just for a fresh cup of coffee and dessert. Their place is huge and cozy. You can absolutely feel relaxed and the vibe is awesome. I would really love to go back. Andy's Restaurant is a must visit! You won't be disappointed! read more

Local place that made it through the pandemic. We live incredibly close. Down the street. The owners and employees will give you are little or as much attn as you want. I mean that in the greatest way. If you want to come in and order and be left alone. They will get it. You want to talk about the town and shoot the shit. They are more then accommodating. I guess my point is that you don't have to get the local experience. They will leave you alone if you don't want that. Not many places like this made it thru the closing of stores. This place did because they care about you being there. I love the Benedict. Mexican and normal. Me and the family show up and the kids color and drink out of special kids cups. We would go much more often if times were not so tough financially. I believe it's important for them to enjoy going out to a local place where everyone is so polite. I would recommend breakfast on Saturday or Sunday. Don't be afraid to let them know it's your first time. Hope to see you there. read more

Fantastic down home diner food! We went again today - got the chili cheese omelette - fantastic!!!!

Andy's is a treasure. Locally owned family business. Warm and inviting. Food is excellent and service exceptional. Highly recommend if you are interested in a great breakfast or lunch. Much to choose from. Can't wait to taste them all! read more

I've been coming to this place ever since I was a little girl. It is a tradition to come here all together as a family every time we are in town. Their family is like family to us. I would recommend the place based of the people alone. However on top of the great people, their food is on point! You would think with such a large menu it can't all be good. But I can say between all my family we've pretty much tried close everything on the menu over the years. And it never disappoints. Every time I go I try to get something different. However, I ALWAYS have to get a cup of their chicken noodle soup. It's like, the most important thing. The last time I was there I got the cod sandwich (the fried one, but there are other options) and as always it didn't disappoint. Also you gotta try the seasoned fries!!! Ugh I wish I was there right now to eat this picture all over again hahaha. Anyways, don't miss out and go enjoy the family diner vibe and some delicious food! And whoever is reading this, if you go soon after reading this maybe mention you're sorry for their loss of Andy. He was a great man and everyone will miss him dearly. Oh and checkout the cool portrait of him near the bathrooms. read more

Andy's Restaurant - Cod sandwich - American Near Me - Crystal Lake, Illinois

Decent fair priced food with an extensive menu. The split pea soup was excellent as was the marinated chicken breast on pita. The broiled cod sandwich was also tasty. Old fashioned diner with friendly service and a family vibe. Would come back if I were in the area. read more

To any out-of-towners passing through.... make sure you come to ANDYS FAMILY RESTAURANT for food. Hands down great breakfast! But there's more....EVERYTHING we saw come to tables nearby looked amazing and delicious. Don't forget dessert. Yummy!!!!! To those who are GF there are options for you just talk to the staff. Ask for JAMIE she is awesome waitress. Quick, efficient, and funny! Just when you thought it couldn't get any better, the owners walked by and said hi. They made sure we were well taken care of while we enjoyed our food. This place is family friendly, has parking all around and clean bathrooms (with a changing table in the stalls). PS get and extra order or hash browns and a raspberry tea! read more

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I have lived in Lake In The Hills for 17 years and went to Andy's for the first time just last Saturday. I will admit that diners were not always on my list of where I wanted to go but I am a convert (maybe crossing 50-years old had something to do with that?). Anyways, Andy's is a treat! Huge menu - it is massive. The quality of that food is great. In the area you have several options: Benedict's (which I love, but is a bit more expensive) and Tony's (which I love for lunch but cannot rave about their breakfast). Andy's seems to have prices that are at that Diner level but quality near Benedict's. I had one of their skillets and it was excellent: sausage, mushrooms, etc., a bed of hash browns and two eggs; on the side were two pancakes. The portions are massive! To be honest, I would order my meal and request a box next time (right up front) so I could unload 1/2 of my skillet into the box and then eat what is left. I did bring home 1/2 of my skillet and had it the next day - it was excellent. I did upgrade to their multi-grain pancakes and loved them. Overall cost was not bad - three people ate off the adult menu for under $40 and everyone loved their meal. read more

Great food amazing friendly service!! Above and beyond every time I visit!!! Best soup around!!!

From the minute we arrived service was top notch. The owner, Angie, welcomed us as if we were her family. From the staff to the food everything was 5-stars! Totally worth the trip from Bartlett. read more

Alway friendly and quick service! Homemade soups are all great! They treat everyone like family!

Great service! Family owned and operated. Family friendly. Always fast service with consistently delicious food. One of my favorite go-to spots. read more

A diner vibe but not diner pricing. The soup is really good! Food comes out fast and the owners are really nice! Food is diner quality so it's exactly what you'd expect. For the prices, they could really use an update as the furniture has a very, original furniture vibe. Servers are friendly and attentive. read more

This place is exactly what Yelp was made for. This simple home grown restaurant has got breakfast down packed. Me and a couple of co-workers stopped by for a good breakfast, and we didn't want your regular IHop dishes. We wanted some thing that would fill us up for the day and not leave us feeling tired. Right away when we walked in this place was clean and friendly. There was someone right at the door greeting us as we walked in. We were sat down quickly and with a smile. Immediately our waitress asked us what we wanted to drink and within seconds we had three cups of coffee and glasses of water. I have to say I was super impressed with the speed and on what seemed to be a slow Wednesday. Right across from our table was a large party of gentlemen that seemed to have had a great time and that also caught my attention that these people were doing a great job. So on to our meals, I ordered an THE INCREDIBLE OMELETTE with hash browns and it was incredible! nothing on my plate felt heavy or overly greasy with butter. I was amazed at how this large plate filled me up with making me feel heavy. My co-workers order Chicken and waffles and your basic eggs sunny side up with harsh browns and bacon. Everyone loved their food and loved the fast service. The eggs came out scrambled by accident but within seconds my co-worker had sunny side up eggs cooked to perfection. She loved them. The waffles were soft and just the right amount of fluffy and the chicken was delicious. Let me tell you, for breakfast this place is exactly where you want to eat. The best part was the story we received from the owners daughter (Angie) who stated that the business has been in operation for 40 years and survived during COVID! That's amazing. She also told us how one of her cooks have been working there for over 30 years. Like I said this place is exactly what Yelp was designed for. Angie seemed like the heart and soul of the restaurant, she stood next to us to see how we were doing and just talked with us like we were family, it felt great. When Angie was done talking with us she greeted the next customer and started another conversation right away talking about what it's like eating out in our current situation. I have to say the next time I'm in Crystal Lake, I'll have to stop by again, but not for the food but for the conversation. read more

Andy's Restaurant - Chicken and Waffles - American Near Me - Crystal Lake, Illinois

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The cheese omelettes have been consistently the same for years. Really good. The sausage links are the best in town. It has a good hometown feel. read more

Landing at O'Hare after an overnight flight from Honolulu, I was starving. Why didn't I eat on the plane? Conked out on the new lie flat seat/beds in first class, very comfy, a little too comfy. Was heading from Chicago to Madison, so I thought I'd stop en route and get a tasty breakfast on the back roads, and my back road of choice to Madison is US 14, so I hit Andy's Family Restaurant in Crystal Lake, IL. Over ordered, not a surprise, went with the Chicken Fried Steak and eggs, the place was jammed, but service was prompt and friendly, they have had lots of practice, this place has been around for years. Played "butter Jenga" while I was waiting, scarfed the meal and hit the road. Great place. read more

Andy's Restaurant - Chicken fried steak and eggs breakfast - American Near Me - Crystal Lake, Illinois

Cute family place. The owner was walking around checking tables so genuine local place. The eggs were good. The sausage patties were also pretty good. Sadly nothing I had was amazing. I like to support small businesses and they are taking all proper covid precautions. Every other table is closed and they clean it right up after a customer has eaten there. The coffee was average to bland. I would skip the biscuits and gravy. Not sure about the other reviews but it was pretty disappointing. Gravy tasted like it was out of a can. Overall I would stop by and try something new. Very nice place and I am sure other things are good. This is a great place just to support an actual mom n pop small business. read more

Nice local Greek diner. A lot of the Crystal Lake locals come here, and for good reason. Good food and service with a smile. We often get the same waitress and she'll crack jokes and always greet us with a smile. Good food as I said, try the Greek-style chicken. Update- they now accept debit cards. read more