I got the Cookie Monster bubble waffle and it was delicious. It was super sweet but really good and…read moreit looked just like the picture!! Service was quick and friendly. This place is conveniently located right next to many restaurants and shops, so it's the perfect stop before heading home after a day of shopping!

First timer! Using "Too Good To Go" app…read more They gave me my food and I walked to my car only flat find a bug on my ice cream. I'm not going to go so far to say they have bugs in the food. I think a bug just landed on it before they put the lid on it. But it's a clear lid. You didn't see the bug guys? I was grossed out. Threw it out.

Glenn Oak feels like the kind of place where breakfast legends are born and diets quietly file for…read moredivorce. The atmosphere hits that perfect sweet spot, warm, welcoming, and buzzing with just enough energy to make you feel like you found the place. Cozy without trying too hard, friendly without being fake, and full of that comforting breakfast chaos that somehow makes coffee taste better. I ordered the biscuits and gravy and somewhere between the first bite and the shamefully aggressive scraping of the plate, I experienced personal growth. These weren't sad, cafeteria biscuits fighting for survival under mystery gravy. No. These biscuits showed up with confidence. Fluffy, buttery little clouds carrying gravy so rich and comforting it could probably talk me through my taxes and unresolved childhood issues. By bite three, I was mentally canceling my responsibilities and considering forwarding my mail to Glenn Oak. The dangerous part? I looked around and realized everyone else seemed equally possessed by whatever culinary wizardry is happening in that kitchen. Suddenly ordering one thing felt irresponsible. If the biscuits and gravy hit this hard, what else are they hiding back there? Glenn Oak is the kind of place that makes you want to tell everyone you know... and absolutely nobody at the same time because waiting longer for a table sounds emotionally devastating. 10/10. Bring stretchy pants, poor decision making, and don't make plans immediately after because you may emotionally commit to staying all day!

The Glen Oak Cafe is a classic diner in downtown Glen Ellyn. My husband and I went there with some…read morefriends there to start exploring the downtown area. We ordered the chocolate chip pancakes and a flight of French toast. The pancakes were light, fluffy, and malty. Just the way I like them. The flight allowed us to try three styles of French toast at once. All three flavors were really good. I highly recommend Glen Oak Cafe!

We are in town for a family wedding, staying at a hotel down the road. We tried Manny's because…read morethey were close by, and were absolutely blown away! Each of us ordered something different, and we all loved our dishes. It's a cozy place, so there was a bit of wait time. Totally worth it. Aside from the food though, the sweet waitress was just lovely. She made suggestions such as the house made jam and salsas that took everything over the top, and made us feel completely at home. Recommend!!!

We stopped by Manny's for breakfast. The place has limited seating, it's small. Just a few table…read more They get pretty busy because of that. I got the BYO skillet. I had sausage, mushroom, and peppers. It was bland. The potatoes had a nice crispy and it was fluffy on the inside. There were barely any sausages. I wanna say they used one sausage and cut it in small pieces. My husband got the chicken Caesar wrap. This also barely had any chicken, mostly just lettuce. First few bites were good, but then it felt oily snd heavy after awhile. The banana foster French toast was decent. The caramel sauce made it too sweet for us.

Went to Berrylicious after nearly a month again. Though it was the Labor Day holiday, the place was…read morequite packed. The hostess found a nice table and we settled down quickly. Ordered their Berry special - Salmon, on toasted Muffin and porched eggs, with coffee. This is excellent, very well made and delicious - full makes to the chief. Cannot do without their Berrylicious crepe, it was amazing. Service was prompt and ambiance very good.Enjoyed and over ate. Will go there any time again.

Tried breakfast here since it was a short distance after staying at the Westin. It was very clean…read moreinside and staff was friendly. We didn't sit outside, but they have a cute little patio if you'd like. They have a short drink menu-bloody Mary was good. Everyone enjoyed their order, and I personally had the chilaquiles which was very good. We also had to try a pancake and crepe. Both were great! I'm not typically a pancake lover, and though these were pretty standard, they were very good.

As breakfast spots go, this one takes the... muffin!…read more A large, well-light dining room with numerous tables, a packed menu, and a friendly staff make this spot a winner! Even when busy they get you in, seated, and fed very quickly. And that's exactly what we are looking for on a Sunday morning; we got things to do! Our waitress understood the assignment and treated us well. As did the kitchen because our food was TASTY and really hit the spot. Portions?... big enough the fuel you all. day. long. While this spot is a bit further than I normally venture for breakfast it is worth the drive, without a doubt!

I came for father's day with my dad, and it was packed. We waited around 45 min for a table, and we…read moreended up getting sat on the patio - just as it started raining. Although there were umbrellas, the rain was still dripping over the tables, but our server kept a positive attitude even though we weren't able to change our seats to be inside. My dad enjoyed his skillet, and I got a panini, and I'm amazed by the huge portion sizes. The panini was good, with juicy chicken and a delicious subtle apricot spread. The fries are huge as well, and super crispy. Buttermilk's pancakes are probably my favorite pancakes, as they are light, soft, fluffy, and subtly sweet. This was a good spot for a casual brunch with family.

Michelle Michelle Michelle! Great service, amazing energy and a happy face to deal with. She will…read morebe a reason that I return to this restaurant. Great job!

The first time we tried coming here on a weekend but the restaurant and parking lot were packed. We…read morecame on a Monday, I'm still surprised to see that they are semi busy on a workday. The parking lot and the restaurant on a weekday morning is plentiful. Service could be improved. Is it Maria? The young and cute one that provided an awesome service. The older, mean looking one was not very friendly. She gave us mediocre service. Prices are slightly expensive, especially for a large orange juice. We ordered half biscuits and gravy, stuffed French toast, and sweet hot fried chicken and waffles. I'm not quite sure why my half order of biscuits and gravy took about 22 mins to make. It was faster at other places. They were good, not amazing. We received the main entrees a few minutes later. They were huge portions. I got my fried chicken on the mild side because I didn't know how spicy they make it. The mild version was still good. They were easy to cut and tangy. The waffles were firm but soft. The stuffed French toast was loaded with cream cheese inside and I like the generous amount of fresh fruit. Overall, the experience is like a solid 4.

Came in here on a weekday for a quick breakfast and was greeted and seated immediately. The…read morebreakfast menu has a little bit of everything which is great for bigger groups or picky eaters. I had a breakfast sandwich and my daughter had chocolate chip pancakes. Both came out quickly and were good. Our server was very nice and attentive. The building needs some repair and deep cleaning with cobwebs on the ceiling and the ceiling in the ladies room pretty much falling down so removed a star.

Fantastic spot for comfort food and a mix of breakfast and lunch items. Kids menu is a great deal…read moreat $7.99 for a bunch of options. French dip was very loaded and great bread that held onto the au jus without falling apart. Crispy fries that were devoured by our group. Three kids and one adult and $40 before tip was amazing. Very friendly staff and host that got us in a packed place very fast. Favorites at the table for the kids were the pancakes in any form.

Portion sizes and food were great! We had the chicken and waffles and an omelet with gluten free…read morepancakes.

Bottom Line: Family run, good food, pleasant experience, overall decent value…read more First time here. This Greek family-run diner/restaurant is not much to look at from the outside. You could drive right by thinking it was a vacant building except for all the cars in the lot. The notion of vacant building is dispelled immediately upon entry. The place is busy, loud, vibrant with customers clearly enjoying the food and experience. The interior is decorated simply, with muted colors, is well lit, and clean. There are a lot of hard surfaces which makes the ambient noise level fairly high; however, it did not detract from the experience (but just be advised in case you feel this is bothersome). We were greeted warmly and though the place was packed, we were seated quickly. Despite the diner-like vibe, there is no counter, just tables and booths. Our server was prompt, very pleasant, and efficient. The coffee was hot and flavorful. The food: Large portions, well prepared, warm, savory, satisfying. The loaded Cheers omelette, with hash browns and pancakes, was more food than I could enjoy in one sitting so I have leftovers for tomorrow. Prices are in line with more reasonably priced independent eateries. A two-egg, hash browns, pancake combo is $14. This place will be an option in the future.

For me, this spot really hit the mark on all aspects of the experience. The interior is nicely…read moredecorated and cozy, with a patio option available outside. Service was fairly quick and friendly. Parking is plentiful nearby, though it's a bit of a challenge to park next to the building both because of limited spots and narrow alleys. The menu is quite expansive, with options that are a bit different than what you typically expect, and the prices are fair. For someone who goes to a minimum of one or more brunches per week, the drink and food menus here drew me to the restaurant. After a while, a lot of menus look very similar with the same generic offerings of the standard pancake, waffle, omelet, and waffle options. This spot has a lot of fun options such as avocado steak toast, barbacoa skillet, churro hawaiian bread french toast, biscuit bombs and more. Even on more common options, they generally carry a wide range of flavor profiles from fruits to chocolate to nuts and more. Similarly, drinks include mimosas, champagne, cocktails, wine, spritzers, beer, juices, milks, coffees, teas, and more -- with tons of customization options. I'm a huge fan of this since it allows me to come back here with friends and not get bored of trying different things. The prices are also very fair for the higher quality products they serve. The food overall was impressive as well. I found the hash skillet to be flavorful with corn beef that wasn't too salty and quite tender. The best part was probably the potatoes that were seasoned to perfection and absorbed the flavors of the onion and pepper well, with a slightly crispy edge. The normal pancakes were super fluffy and quite thick. The pumpkin pancakes were a great combination with a delicious cream cheese frosting and a mix of dried cranberries, walnuts, and pumpkin pie sauce that was flavorful and addictive. This didn't need any additional syrup. The pumpkin roll french toast was equally as impressive where the toast was just a little crispy and the cream cheese frosting was a bit gooey. This was quite a fun mix of textures also with delicious sugared pecans and pumpkin pie drizzle. Overall, delicious food and great options make this a spot I'm sure to return to anytime I'm in the area.

I cannot say enough wonderful thing about this place! Too many selections for omnivores, perhaps…read more those Gluten-free as well!! Decent choice of vegan choices, especially if you bring your own vegan butter. I am not GF, but I loved my potatoes cooked in oil (not butter) and vegan by default) and vegan muffin. My husband loved his eggs. All in all a fantastic score for our mixed ethnicity family! They do offer an entire gluten-free/vegan menu, you simply have to request it. I also cannot say enough about their morning beverage libations. Wo does not love a Bellini with breakfast?

It's been on our list for a while and we finally tried it a few weeks ago. Cute place with…read morefabulous music playing in the background. 80's music that we loved with several remixes. For drinks, I started with the lychee martini and then moved to the Fire and Ice. I loved the Fire and Ice drink. My husband found a new Pinot Noir that he now loves - Submission! For starters - we got the Brussels Sprouts Crostini. Unique appetizer to try - if you love brussell sprouts. For entrees, we got the cauliflower steak and fried chicken. I loved my cauliflower - the hummus and pita bread with it made it perfect. I wasn't trying for an all veggie meal, but it truly hit the spot. Nothing too heavy at all. My husband liked his fried chicken but wished it was spicier. He took half home and was able to spice it up with a sauce. Overall - a great meal that we would go back to if we were in the area.

What a cute little place, for breakfast or lunch in downtown Glen Ellyn! The food was freshly made…read moreand tasty. No reservations are needed for party of 4 or under. There is limited seating so it is primarily first come first serve. Their espresso machine was out of order while we were there. However, no big deal we still enjoyed everything else. The service was good. Our waitress was a little bit off, but no big deal. Parking is street parking. Worth the try while I'm Glen Ellyn.