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    Joe K's

    4.3 (69 reviews)
    Closed 7:00 am - 2:00 pm

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    JOE K'S ATMOSPHERE

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    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Dogs allowed
    Good for groups

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    Senior Breakfast
    Steven B.

    Joe K's a good old fashioned diner that serves up delicious and well prepared comfort food. It's only open for breakfast and lunch and in my opinion, breakfast is their specialty. I'm a big fan of breakfast and my go to order here at Joe K's is, Hungry Man Breakfast. I mix it up all the time changing my type of eggs and choice of meat and potatoes. I can order the same thing, and it will still be different every time, by changing the meat and potato choices. It blows my mind that they offer three different types of potatoes. The Hash Browns are crispy and the American Fries are good ole farm fried potatoes. I haven't tried the Tots, because I am not a tots fan. My most recent visit, I paid an additional $2 to enjoy a side of French Toast instead of toast. This will be my new thing, it was the best FT I have ever had. The loaf of bread was a swirled cinnamon bread, which added extra flavor. Joe's ladies, aka servers/waitresses are the best. They are all seasoned servers and are super friendly and professional. They serve and treat everyone as if they are family. If you are in Alton and looking for a hearty, I highly recommend you coming to Joe K's. If you clean your plate, I will be impressed. I always take home some leftovers for my fur-baby.

    The Dublin (Patrick)
    John R.

    Their "The Dublin" is an incredible omelet. If you are a fan of omelettes or corn beef hash you need to try it. It's topped with a house made spicy ketchup that sets my mouth to watering They also have the best Eggs Bennie in town. Excellent food and service that's keeps me coming back.

    Pork tenderloin
    Mary H.

    What a hidden gem. Had lunch here for the first time. It was fantastic I had the pork tenderloin it was done perfectly. My friend has the bacon chicken wrap ranch it looked delicious as well. Highly recommend.

    Country Fried Steak omelette.
    Mike C.

    Oh the food was definitely delicious I had the country fried steak omelette. I stopped in to try the hungry man's breakfast but this special sounded too good to pass up. The service was excellent there was a long wait luckily I was along and there was a spot open at the bar. To top it off for me was the real whipped butter thank you for the delicious food.

    Country Benedict
    Wanda H.

    We were camping and I love to find a local breakfast place whenever we're camping, hence Joe K's... I ordered the Country Benedict and hubs got the Greek Omelet. Everything about mine was good, down to the hash browns. The coffee was good. Hubs really liked his omelet. He made more good noises than he usually does at restaurants. Service was attentive and the prices were reasonable. Would be willing to come back here in the future.

    Mr. B. K.

    Just a homestyle family restaurant in a little strip mall which we wouldn't have found except for our fellow Yelp reviewers. My wife was super stoked with her delicious pork tenderloin, my burger was cooked med rare as requested and was a nice surprise. When you're done and if they're open, stop by and visit the little thrift store next door which supports the local animal shelter. One star lost because our table and 5 others got lost in the after lunch rush and if took us almost a full hour to get our food. Thank goodness it was tasty.

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    Chicken tenders and fried potatoes were very good. The waitress was very friendly and did an excellent job.

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    Really good chicken and waffles plus the banana nut pancakes were to die for with the caramel drizzle

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    11 months ago

    Food was delicious. Loved the ambiance. Great service. Reasonably priced. Plan on visiting there again.

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    2 years ago

    Great food in a family owned, neighborhood restaurant! Service is great! Everyone is friendly and welcoming!

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    2 years ago

    Great food, great service and great people! Love their breakfast, salads and specials. Nothing disappointing!

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    Great breakfast spot. Get there early or there may be a wait. Nice family restaurant.

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    3 years ago

    This place is the best I love the cinnamon swirl French toast combo and the waiters are very kind and the inside gives of a very good vibe

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    Very good breakfast at reasonable prices. Omelet was loaded with meat !! Service was very efficient and pleasant. Highly recommended !!

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    5 years ago

    Always consistent. Always good food and service. The only solid breakfast in our area.

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    Morrison's Irish Pub - Great bar selection, and personalized dollar bills all over walls and ceiling.

    Great bar selection, and personalized dollar bills all over walls and ceiling.

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    Custard filled long john, glazed, jelly filled, cherry, and chocolate cake!

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