Number one is service and pride of ownership. The owner was kind, accessible and hardworking. She…read moregraciously seated us and later stopped by to make sure we were satisfied (WE WERE GREATLY). She even spoke Polish to my husband! We had simple eggs with well done sausage for me and delicious corned beef hash for my husband. Two nicely toasted, large pieces of toast and a generous size orange juice completed our meal. We live quite a bit aways and this was our second, happy visit- we definitely will be back!

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.

There are already 93 photos of the food posted on Yelp for this restaurant, so I did not bother…read more Here are menu photos. My husband has a Western omelette with cheddar and extra, and I had a partial order of vegan hashbrowns cooked in oil, not butter. The food looked really appetizing and good to both of us and we were hungry and could not wait to eat. It was not our physical hunger AT ALL. The food was really delicious! This place has changed hands so many times with different owners, different cooks, different names that we never know what it will be called the rate times that we head eat here (the wee hours of the morning). The only complaints that I have are the same as always... it was freezing in the restaurant and the handicapped parking spaces are nowhere near the ramp entrances on the curb. I am always on the lookout for disabled parking since my Mother is elderly and cannot walk far distances.

I visited it East Sunday everything tasted wonderful. It came out hot. Server was very nice and…read morepleasant. I was torn between the pancakes and French toast and she helped me pick the French toast. I honestly don't think you can go wrong with any thing. It's a little tight in there but the food is amazing. It's honestly a hike for me but I'd be willing to take a trip.

The Dubai Strawberries were delish. My first time having them and I can see why people love them…read more The strawberries were nice and fresh and the pistachio crème and chocolate were smooth and not too sweet. The place was packed when I went and the wait was so-so, but everything is made fresh to order, so can't really really complain about the wait time.

Came here on Easter since we wanted Boba and no other place was open...but this place has so much…read moremore with sweet crepes and waffle cones. We got the fruity dose crepe for $16 and I also got taro milk tea with boba for $7. Best advice...DON'T come here for boba! It's probably the worst boba I've tasted in a while. The boba was a little hard and not fresh. I also tasted my daughter's horchata tea with boba and the horchata was grainy and too much cinnamon. But the crepe was delicious so definitely come here for sweet crepes. Service was good and there's plenty of seating. The whole time we were there it was pretty full of customers. My opinion is they should focus on what they're good at and remove the boba from the menu.

Nice place for American breakfast food, eggs, pancakes, waffles etc…read more The server (I do not want to name her for fear of getting her in trouble) is so nice and lets small women like me order off of the Kid's Menu. Sadly, no vegan food except hashbrowns or toast (and vegans need to bring their own butter). Nice 80s music and it is played at a comfortable volume.

I LOVE this neighborhood breakfast joint! I've been a customer since they opened, ordering delivery…read moreand eating in person. My personal go-to breakfast is the "Hungry Man's(Woman's?!!)" in which you can choose your eggs, bread, sides. Their biscuits and gravy are B+, which is high praise for a spot north of the Mason- Dixon line. Crispy bacon, fresh-squeezed OJ, strong coffee, yummy pancakes... perfection! But what makes this spot 5 stars is the service. Everyone is kind and helpful, and the servers are super efficient- no coffee cup goes unfilled, all special requests honored. Special shout-out to Christjne, who truly delivers, tine and time again!

Impressed! We come in from the city a few times a year and always come away happy with our brunch…read moremeal. The reservation process has also vastly improved after the transitioned to a new system. As for the food. We get the kids menu options which our kids love (chicken tenders and grilled cheese). I usually do the stuffed biscuit but this time decided to try their special skillet with beef and Brussels sprouts! It was hearty and I would recommend! I asked them to make eggs with olive oil and they were able to accommodate this! My husband got the fried chicken skillet which he has ordered many times before. The honey butter pancakes are our favorite and we usually upgrade that side to this variety. Service was quick and friendly - I continue to recommend Buttermilk!

The selection is varied. They're all good choices. Everything I have had is delicious. The service…read moreis great. You will probably have to queue for a bit, but they'll text you if you join on their website, and the wait is worth it. It has a very busy, but cozy buzz that is typical of a great breakfast place. Do go.

I recently tried Eiffel Waffle after seeing posts of their collaboration with Burhan Academy in…read moreElgin, IL. It's a very nice cute little place. As soon as you walkin you are greeted with sweet smell of waffles coming hot off the griddle. The staff were friendly and gave good recommendations on what to try. I had the bubble waffle with Dubai chocolate ice cream. Waffle was crispy on the outside and soft on the inside with a hint of sweetness. Ice cream was also rich in flavor, not too sweet. Ice cream soaked waffle at the end is the ultimate treat! I will definitely come back to try other items on the menu.

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!

I took my cousin to Chicago Waffles in Oak Park for breakfast around 10:30 a.m. on Sunday, arriving…read morewithout a reservation. The place was packed, with several large parties waiting to be seated. After a few minutes the hostess appeared, and once I confirmed everyone ahead of us had already checked in, she told us the wait would be short since it was just the two of us. Despite every table being full, we were seated within five minutes. The waitstaff immediately brought water to the table, and Alexis--our server--came by shortly after to take our drink order: a latte and a freshly brewed iced tea. Both arrived promptly. After several minutes to review the menu, we ordered the Paco Taco, a side of Maple-Bacon Sausage, and a half order of Bacon & Chicken (aka Chicken & Waffles). I appreciated being able to choose my syrup and went with the spicy option. Our food arrived in about 15 minutes, served at the right temperature and looking great. The pancakes (for the Paco Taco) were fluffy, and the chicken & waffles paired perfectly with the spicy syrup. Unfortunately, the side order was missing. After waiting a bit, I reminded Alexis, who seemed a little flustered but attentive. It took another 10 minutes for the side to arrive, and by then we were nearly finished with our meal. A small hiccup, but the overall quality of the food still stood out--flavorful and well-prepared. Alexis also refilled my iced tea without me having to ask, which I appreciated. Even with the restaurant at full capacity, we were able to talk comfortably, likely because we were seated toward the back. The space is charming, nicely decorated, and offers a wide range of food and drink options. Some items are on the pricier side, and no one mentioned the 3% credit card surcharge, so that's something to be aware of. Chicago Waffles delivers delicious food, friendly service, and a lively atmosphere. While our visit included a minor delay with a missing side order, the overall experience was positive--great flavors, generous portions, and a well-run restaurant even during a busy rush. Just remember to bring cash if you want to avoid the 3% credit card surcharge!

Walked inside at around 10am on a Sunday and was met with bright lights, the strong smell of…read morebathroom cleaner, and the loud roar of everyone attempting to talk over generic club music. The saving grace of this place was the friendly wait staff. Was seated quickly, but had to wait a while to have our order taken. Was immediately put off by the cost-- $15 for two eggs, potatoes, and toast. Wound up deciding on two coffees , "the Liege Pearl" waffle and a skillet. The coffee was weak and terrible. None of the flavors were balanced for the dishes. Way too much cheese and barely any mushroom or potato in the skillet while the waffle has tons of chocolate dumped on it, drowning out any other flavors. The kicker was that we were given 3/4 of a full waffle. When we asked, we were told the dish normally is only HALF a waffle and that we were lucky to get an additional quarter. For $17. Even if the menu were half the cost, I would never come back here. Edit: Dropped to one star on account of the unhinged response from the owner. To clarify: as soon as you walk into the restaurant, it smells like urinal cakes. I'm happy for the owner that they are attracted to that smell, but I'm positive the majority of people don't want the smell of urinal cakes to accompany their breakfast. Also to anyone else reading this, there are four sit down restaurants within two blocks with better breakfast food at better prices that don't smell like a toilet, let alone 3 other breakfast restaurants that opened in Oak Park in the last couple of years. Do yourself a favor and eat literally anywhere else.

Stopped in for brunch and overall had a good experience. I tried the breakfast burrito first--it…read morewas okay, nothing special. The homemade salsa was also just alright; some pico de gallo and a little sriracha would've added the extra flavor it needed. We also had the Senior Special VIP, and everything on that plate tasted very good. The HB chicken club wrap was another standout--really flavorful and well put together. It came with a side of fruit that didn't look the best, but the wrap itself made up for it. For drinks, we had water, tomato juice, and an iced vanilla latte. The latte had way too much vanilla and was overly sweet for my taste. Service was great--our waiter was attentive, the restaurant was clean, and the food came out quickly. I'd come back to try their French toast next time.

The Turkey BLT is Unforgettable! ​I hadn't been back here in…read morequite a while, maybe not since the new owners took over some time ago. I'm so glad my elderly mother insisted on coming today, because I found a new favorite! ​I ordered the 1/2 Turkey BLT and a cup of the Cream of Chicken soup. While the soup was very good, the sandwich was absolutely incredible! I seriously haven't had a sandwich taste this good in a long time--a truly smart choice. ​I was curious, so I asked the waitress about it. She confirmed there was no special sauce, just mayo. She said the magic might be in their "brown berry multi-grain" bread. Whatever the secret is, I am thrilled with the taste and highly recommend trying this sandwich. And the ambience is a plus. ​The service, as always, was wonderful. The kindness and attentiveness of our waitress made the experience warm and welcoming, and it's the main reason I'll be rushing back soon.

A gem of a find! Visiting the area and looking for a local place for breakfast, how fortunate we…read morewere to find Lily's Cafe. The service was impeccable from the initial welcome to the thank you as leaving we felt at home and cared for very well. We ordered off of the Lilys special menu for the holidays - a Cuban sandwich, breakfast burrito with chorizo and chilaquiles con Rojas with chicken, avocado and scrambled egg. Every bite was tasty and beautifully presented. The chilaquiles sauce was flavorful with a bit of spice, tortilla were crispy, the eggs perfectly cooked. This dish could easily serve two hungry people so a box was needed for take out which were promptly gobbled up by family who slept in. If you are in the area do yourself a favor and stop by Lily's Cafe! Bring a big appetite.

I shall start with the good. This is the closest place to our home when we both have extra-busy…read morework days, with meetings, calls, etc. This is a woman-owned business, which I am happy to support. My husband is a human garbage disposal (rude, but true). He is happy to eat here. I really hate this place. They are overpriced, very overcrowded (on any day of the week, however do not even attempt to get a table on the weekend). If you decide to come anyway, know that they provide no seating for waiting customers. This dump is standing room only. They have (kind of, to be generous) a couple of options for vegans. Their hashbrowns are made with canola oil, and by default only, they are vegan. They serve a very bad fruit cup at a very high price. If you bring your own vegan butter, their toast and English muffin are options as well. Vegetarians do well at any breakfast diner. There are no Celiac/gluten-free options that are marked, however to my limited knowledge eggs and hashbrowns are safe (minus toast) I really try to do my best and include everyone of every dietary choice/need in my reviews.

My first time dining here. Upon entry, the bright clean and fresh decor stands out. Staff is…read moreincredibly welcoming and attentive. Not only are the portion sizes incredibly generous, the quality of the ingredients and the attention to their preparation is really notable. Food is really flavorful. This is not ordinary diner food. The scrambled eggs served on top of my Mexican Skillet may very well have been the best I've ever had! Fluffy, not dry or overcooked. Given the portions and quality of the food and ingredients, this place is an incredible value. This place is a step above!

This place has long been in my eyesights, and we figured it was about time on a (cold) winter morn…read moreto make the trek down from Schaumburg! When we walked in, we were taken by the modern and well-maintained decor- and we were seated within 45 seconds- not too bad. The menu contained all the traditional, expected accoutrements of an American pancake house - with a readable menu "not" written in a size 8 font (yay!). We quickly ordered fresh-squeezed OJ (pricey, but good), and I ordered an American breakfast that consisted of 3 eggs (at least), lotsa taters, 3 pcs of sausage, and rye toast. Hubby ordered the Avocado Toast - a dish we relocated SoCal folks love. The food came at - literally- a warm (but not hot) temp- the Avocado Toast was yummy and very generous (the flavor was really good- and the avocado was totally fresh- nice!). My American breakfast was HUGE. And yup- it was good. We looked at each other and wondered why it took us SO LONG to drive down here? Probably as it's not super close to us, maybe? Damn. We'll be back.