Updating my review from a few weeks ago. We live about 4…read morehours away and have family that lives in the area that we like to visit. This place 520 has become our family breakfast on Saturday mornings when we visit. The place is always busy. Sometimes we gotta wait on a table but they usually move pretty quick. On thus trip I talked to the owner as I was paying and told him how good everything was and how far we drove and had to drive home. Oscar is his name and is a great guy. As I was paying he fiddled with the register and as he gave me my change he slipped me a gift card. I was kinda taken back a little and we talked a little more then I went back to the table to finish our coffee to get ready to leave. I got to say the staff here is spot on. Never did we want for anything. The food was great and coffee was delicious. So we pack up the kids and go out to the cars to transfer bags and luggage when I turn around and here comes Oscar the owner. Evidently I dropped the card he had given me. He came right out and we talked a little more to the point I feel we made new friends with each other. I totally recommend eating here. You won't be disappointed. Bring your kids and family and enjoy a great home style breakfast. It's great!

Ultimate comfort breakfast spot. The portions are generous, and the house made hot sauce has a…read moresmoky depth that is seriously delicious. We had the West Coast Benedict which came on a bed of hash browns topped with over easy eggs, hollandaise, bacon, and avocado slices, plus a sweet cinnamon roll bread on the side. Everything was perfectly cooked and full of flavor. I also had the avocado toast without egg and loved the side of fresh fruit. It made for a quick, healthy, and satisfying breakfast. The coffee was good and the staff was friendly and attentive. The place feels welcoming and full of life with families laughing and staff greeting regulars. The space is clean with cozy country style decor and a laid back vibe. There are two entry points for lining up and plenty of parking. It is right next to a walking trail if you want a stroll after that delicious meal. Came for breakfast but the lunch and dinner menu looks worth coming back for.

Although I'm a teen if I could pick any breakfast restaurant in Illinois it would be Egg Republic…read moreevery time. My absolute favorite are definitely the pancakes although it may be a lot of them my favorite is probably the S'mores Galore. The waiters bring you everything the first time you ask. I've been here many times and they haven't made one mistake. The noise level is amazing. It may be a little loud, but it's not hard to hear anyone that's near you at all even in a full restaurant. The wait time is a little long because of how good everything is and there's like never any parking spots because everyone wants to be there but if you wait like a minute, everyone's gonna be in and out of there, it's absolutely amazing. We were here today for my mom's birthday. I'd say that my whole family's favorite breakfast place is definitely Egg Republic. I would highly recommend and will definitely be coming again.

Food: super Great! I will definitely come here again!…read moreService: Good Environment: Nice We also ordered a spicy chicken sandwich to go!!!

Very good menu options, chose the breakfast horseshoe and it was great…read more The owner came out and we had a nice conversation about her plans and how great breakfast is.

Was in town for a soccer tournament and this was our breakfast pick. Cute, easy parking, great…read moreservice, but let's talk about the delicious food! Biscuits / gravy, eggs, bacon, sausage, toast, juices, coffee all were A+ quality and made perfectly. This is THEE place for breakfast if in town.

Great get away from town to the Park. Pretty big menu with good food and friendly service…read moreoverlooking Dawson Lake! Casual dining. Recommended!!

The food is consistently good! I have tried several different entrees here and would highly…read morerecommend each of them! Always friendly service, this is a family run business. When you walk in they seem happy to see you. Love the ambiance at this restaurant, whether you sit inside or outside you can look out over the lake. My favorite is to sit on the back deck. Highly recommend this restaurant! Come out to the lake!!

We were passing through on the interstate and stopped here. Great decision! The food was all great…read more My husband got the southwest wrap and raved about it. My daughter got the farmhouse burger, loved it. My son got the buffalo chicken sandwich; also loved it. I got the French dip and everything was so good about it! The kids weren't too happy with getting soup instead of fries but it all worked out since the portions were so huge. Service was friendly, quick, and genuine. We liked the small town vibes! Blessings to our waitress who was getting her first grandbaby today!

I tried it for the first time on Sunday. I had the biscuit and gravy, with eggs and hash browns…read more It was delicious, and I really liked the place. Service was great, and the owner was very nice too. They really run this place well. Smooth operating machine. I've been telling my family and friends about this place since. We are even going back for dinner too. They have a huge wide variety menu. Clean nice atmosphere too. Definitely recommend this place.

Got the hot honey chicken sandwich for lunch and it was amazing! If you're going for a light lunch…read moreorder something else because this thing was huge.

We stopped in to grab a dark rye sea salt chocolate cookie! They are always so good! The pastries,…read morebreads, and cookies are all delicious here!

I had heard such good things that a friend and I decided to give it a try. Nope nope nope. Not…read moregoing back. Service wasn't bad- but that was about it. My breakfast just wasn't right. It's a big no for me.

Literally terrible not even joking just go to aunt Ginny's. Waste of $30. Omlet tastes like plastic…read morecheese. Eggs are undercooked. French toast is undercooked. Better off eating a pop tart.

My first eating place when I moved! The owners are the nicest people you will ever meet and the…read morefood is incredible! Everything tastes homemade and I have trouble deciding what I want to eat, but never disappointed! I go there often and love the home feel and warmth! Mira is the wife and she is an absolutely amazing lady! Always a smile on her face! Highly recommend eating here and enjoying the warm atmosphere!

This is as the name says is a great restaurant for families. It has a different made from scratch…read moresoup every day. BBQ ribs on Wednesday and Saturday are my favorite which I eat at least once a week. They serve great breakfasts. I love the made from scratch hashbrowns, not a deep fried fake. Great omelets and all the usual breakfast offerings plus some additional choices with feta cheese and gyros meet. A very casual atmosphere. They also offer made from scratch pizza that's delicious. Service was excellent.

Excellent food and large portions. Great staff with very reasonable prices. Great place to enjoy a…read morehome cooked meal. Lila Wagner.

Mama's Arcade Cafe has everything you'd want. Kind and attentive staff, lovely atmosphere, and most…read moreimportantly good food! We stopped by Lincoln for a weekend getaway and stopped by Mama's for a delicious breakfast. I got a Papa's special of 3 eggs, potatoes, meat, and a pancake while my girlfriend tried out their biscuits and gravy with the killer hashbrowns. Everything was delicious, great portion sizes and all for a decent price!

Always enjoy their food and relaxed friendly atmosphere. Have eaten here many times and have not…read morebeen disappointed.

Nice place with fun ambiance great food. There is a good selection of sandwiches and beverages.read more