I was picking something up off marketplace in the neighborhood. It was a beautiful place to stumble upon! The gyro skillet was incredible. Where can you get a side of chicken fried steak and gravy added to your skillet? (I didn't know it was going to come like that, but I'm into it ) I ordered ahead but ended up being earlier than I expected. It was no problem and my food came out very quickly. Would love to try more from this place! read more

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I love going to MP kitchen the food is fresh and everyone is so pleasant. The diner provides me with a good experience a blast from the past..... I always enjoy myself. read more

I usually come here for just good breakfast & I'm never let down. The service is quick and everyone who works here is very friendly! The ambiance like a typical neighborhood restaurant. Not loud but not quite either. read more

Great neighborhood spot for brunch - highly recommend for the value, portion size, excellent service. We ordered burger and skillet for brunch. Both were excellent - executed perfectly (quick, piping hot, balanced). Each item came with a side. We had plenty of leftovers. read more

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Haven't been here in a while but service is great as I remember and food is awesome. Burgers are so good. Breakfast choices are plenty. Loved going here when I was living up the street. Parking is a little tricky but there's parking in the back. read more

Great service, plenty of tables inside, amazing food and subs are welcome. We had delicious food and a good time. Bathrooms clean as well. See pics for food lol read more

Madison Park Kitchen - Confetti pcs - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Forest Park, Illinois

We love MP Kitchen! We've been coming as a family for ages. Free parking in the back and plenty of street metered parking. Spacious dining room with plenty of seating. My three younger sisters and I visited for a sister breakfast. I love the variety of skillets and savory breakfasts, as I try to eat high protein. I got the Santa Fe chorizo skillet and it was super filling. My siblings enjoyed Nutella waffles which were super cute and decadent. Perfect for them! Service was super fast and they're always so sweet! read more

Madison Park Kitchen - Sante Fe Skillet - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Forest Park, Illinois

We usually go for breakfast- lots of options from standard to specials. Prices are fair, food is excellent. Staff is friendly, service is efficient. More recently, we sat outside, for lunch. In addition to the usual burgers and club sandwiches, the specials were tasty and generous. read more

Downtown Forest Park looks like a town designed like many others, with both sides of the street lined with cute shops old and new. One of these awning covered shops is Madison Park Kitchen. We made a reservation for a larger group. However, we arrived first (we stayed in downtown Chicago), found parking on the street (easy to do on a Sunday morning) and was seated pretty promptly. The rest of our party were all arriving separately and took a while to arrive. The restaurant seated us in the middle of the place and kept walking by eyeing us trying to see if our party was arriving soon. I think we waited nearly half and hour for our friends to show. That was embarrassing on our part, but was annoying for the restaurant as they were busy and we were taking up three tables. Our group finally arrived and then it took the restaurant nearly thirty minutes to take our order. They were busy and I think annoyed that our group took so long to arrive. For the most part, everyone ordered traditional breakfast items: omelets, scrambled eggs, pancakes, french toast, etc. One person ordered lunch. I ordered the waffle with bacon and sausage. It was good. Everyone thought their food was good and despite the owners speaking curtly with our table, our server was friendly and offered suggestions. It's a cute breakfast spot like any other in any other suburb. Their food was good, coffee mugs and soda cups constantly full. If we lived in the area, we'd dine here often. So if you're looking for breakfast, look no further. They got what you want, but if you're a little late, be prepared for the sideways glances and curt attitude from the owners. read more

I had pancakes, potato pancakes, and bacon. Everything about it was amazing. The service was fast and efficient and the space was cute and excessively clean. I had one of the best meals and experiences I have had in a very long time. The food was cooked perfectly and intensely flavorful. A delight. read more

Madison Park Kitchen - Nutella and banana pancakes, bacon, and potato pancakes - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Forest Park, Illinois

My wife and I have been on the hunt for a great breakfast skillet and we found it. We needed to try something new and picked MPK based on the menu and Yelp photos. Was our first time dining here and we will mos def return. Our skillets were great-plentiful, well cooked, and tasty (a lot of nicely-cooked white meat chicken in these dishes). Place was busy but not at all noisy which was cooh. Service was great and our server "Moni" had an inviting and fun personality. And TBH, we both ate for just north of $30 which included the tax. Always nice when you leave fat and happy! And for anyone who may be intimidated by street parking, there is a boatload in the parking lot around the back. read more

Love this place. Tried it for the first time to meet with out-of-town friends and their children. The older man at the counter was so nice to work with and very understanding when our part was late. The servers kept coming back to check on us as we waited. The best part was the food. They have gluten free waffles and pancakes. The meals are reasonably priced. Sides were pretty expensive, though. Overall great experience and we'll be making this a regular stop for breakfast. read more

This is a great spot if you are looking for brunch or lunch food. Everything felt like it was homemade like a classic diner but alittle more upscale. The service was quick from when we sat down and the food came out fast as well. A ton of options so pick the first thing you can want or you'll keep back tracking to other options ha. Check it out for sure read more

Madison Park Kitchen - Caesar salad wrap - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Forest Park, Illinois

Quick service, friendly staff, a constantly full cup of coffee and a meal that'll show up roughly 3 minutes after you order it (somehow!). Lots to like about MPK, but the price just might be the best. You can feed a family of 4 here for under $70. Lots of regulars for a reason, adding to the ambiance. read more

Very unassuming storefront and almost missed it. Glad we didn't. Good food, coffee and service. I'll be back!!

One of my favorite diners in the area MPK as we call it is a family friendly classic. It's got everything you need in a hearty American diner- coffee, kind servers, and amazing food. A go to of mine is the Rueben. Never disappoints. I also get the eggs, ham, and hash brown plate, which for 8.50 and a side of pancakes is a pretty sweet deal. If you need a place to take out of town folks, you gotta stop by. read more

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Stopped in for a quick work lunch. I was greeted and seated promptly. The vibe is old school dinner with checkered tablecloths and kitschy art work. The menu boasts a little of everything. Breakfast items include omelettes, crepes, and pancakes or waffles. The lunch menu includes salads, sandwiches, and burgers. I went with a panini and fries and was completely happy with my meal. read more

Madison Park Kitchen - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Forest Park, Illinois

Came here on a busy Saturday. We had to wait about 10 minutes. There were a handful of empty tables but not sure why they weren't filling right away. It wasn't a big deal to us. The place is nicely decorated. The server was friendly and efficient. I enjoyed my omelette, hashbrowns and toast. Prices were decent. Fresh brewed iced tea was good. read more

I came here for brunch with a dear friend to knock this place off my to go list. Upon arrival, we waited about 10 minutes for seating. The place was packed so we figured the food and ambiance and service had to be good. When we were sat, our sever gave us menus and time to decide - we settled on the Desparado skillet and the portobello Benny. Food: I would rate our dishes a 9/10. Only one point off because my friend said the bell peppers were too big and didn't add flavor to the dish. Service: our server was amazing and diligent. She took care of us and did it with a smile. The pricing of the dishes versus the sizing is top tier. You definitely can expect to get bang for your buck. If you're interested in family style, good food and southern hospitality, I would recommend this place for me. I'll definitely be returning. read more

Madison Park Kitchen - Portabella Benedict with toast - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Forest Park, Illinois

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Madison Park Kitchen feels like you're in a small town where everyone knows everyone. It's such a cozy and homey restaurant. We came here for breakfast and were excited about the variety of breakfast options. We ordered the potato benny, chicken and waffles, and biscuit and gravy. The potato benny was amazing. -The potato pancakes are crispy on the outside, and soft on the inside. They are well seasoned and flavorful. The eggs were perfectly poached. I would highly recommend the potato benny. -They use chicken breast for the fried chicken and waffles, which my friend appreciated. He said it was the perfect balance between savory and sweet. - The country gravy is perfection. Probably the best country gravy in the Oak Park / Forest Park area! Our server was very attentive to our tables needs and provided coffee refills regularly. The prices are very reasonable and the food tastes amazing. There's free parking in the back! We will definitely be coming back here!! read more

Madison Park Kitchen - a plate of waffles and cookies - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Forest Park, Illinois

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I've been going here for a little while now, so I guess I can be considered a regular at this point. I'm writing this review now because I feel like their service and quality are high and consistent. I always love finding a great traditional American breakfast place I can frequent. On this trip, I had the country fried chicken with sausage gravy, eggs, pancakes, and grits on the side. The chicken was seasoned very nicely and perfectly cooked to keep it juicy and tender. Their sausage gravy is the best and closest I have had in Chicago, matching what I ate from my southern hometown. The grits and eggs were cooked appropriately as well. Finally, the pancakes were light and fluffy, and they are a side option for most meals on the menu. Other great menu choices are biscuits and gravy, skillets, and waffles. Overall, I will continue to frequent this establishment and can only advise others to do so as well. read more

Madison Park Kitchen - Chicken fried steak, grits, and eggs on top plate. Country fried steak, eggs, and hashbrowns. Regular pancakes. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Forest Park, Illinois

I have eaten at Madison Park Kitchen for years. The last 3 times I have been disappointed with the lay staff's customer service. They barely speak. Also, I had the worst reuben sandwich. I didn't complain, just ate half of it. I asked for a different chair because my chair was wobbly. I never got it. I've highly recommended this restaurant to friends and family. Food is a "B". I wish they would improve their customer service. read more

Oh honey, take my money! I got served by Moni! Best service, great for groups. I saw one brother dining alone, dressed in a suit with large headphones plugged into a laptop. First visit but not the last stop. There was also a party of 4 silver headed women. And another party of 8 middle aged women. Indoor only, a few free parks in the back. Entering through the back is a vibe, very welcoming. Alcohol is served. On a Tuesday morning, I was able to snag a seat of my choice. Instantly offered coffee that stayed topped off without request. I did see one older gentleman , dining alone who had to ask for more (different waitress). But the coffee, it's GREAT! I only tried the standard house however they have specialty brews too. Something about the tiny mugs they are served in, just keeps it nice and hot. A pleasing variety of flavored sweeteners. The table is preloaded with all the condiments you could think to need so few requests for essentials are needed. You get a jug of water to fill at your need, again, no wait for essentials. Now, on the note of wait, I thought my food took a bit longer than I expected. That was until my food arrived, smoky hot, carefully made with love. My waitress was sure to get the specifics of how I wanted my eggs, suggesting the perfect correction. I ordered my favorite brunch dish, a skillet. There's plenty options and even a build your own. I went with the Harvest, "all veggies", my waitress emphasized to assure I knew what I was ordering. The vegetables were chopped fine and sautéed well. Loaded with soft and crispy hash browns. 10/10. You get the choice of toast or pancakes. Normally included pancakes can taste mostly basic, just above toast and I rarely eat them all. But these pancakes, exceptional! I wish they served 3 as they are a bit thin and they are mouth watering; and I'm being greedy but it's an appropriate portion. They had a nice amount of waiters based on the amount of tables. The price is surprisingly less than what I expected to pay...leaving more room to tip! I'm going back! Get there! read more

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The food was excellent and service was as well. A lot of food. Price is a little high but worth it for the amount of food you get. Really big inside and cozy. read more

This is the perfect local neighborhood brunch place to frequent. Every time their food is consistently good and just hits the spot. We got the two eggs and country fried chicken: the chicken was crispy white meat chicken breast that was seasoned perfectly with warm gravy. We got the two eggs and the corned hash: the corned hash is crispy and goes well with the creamy scrambled eggs. Service is so friendly and fast. They always come by to offer fresh hot coffee. read more

Madison Park Kitchen - Two eggs with country fried chicken - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Forest Park, Illinois

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The Madison Park Grill has a great carry out or dine in restaurant. The carry out food is prepared quickly. The staff is friendly. read more

Excellent service, varied menu and the food is delicious! This is a great spot for breakfast and lunch. A real gem of a place!

This the spot where The Blunch Gang eats when they're out on the western border. Try it the Portuguese omelette. Great service!

We were able to be seated right away on a Saturday morning, so that was nice. We even got parking right in front, which was a bonus surprise. As all diner coffees go, it was not good coffee, but sometimes you need coffee in any form. It's $3 with unlimited refills. I ordered the Bloody Mary - I was able to get it spicy. I thought it was too strong without a whole ton of depth in flavor. For my entree, I got the Harvest Skillet. I wished there was more flavor to this as well. I was disappointed that there wasn't that much vegetables in there, mostly potatoes. The online website doesn't match exactly what they offer in the restaurant. There are also two separate walls for specials, so be on the look out for those! I didn't realize there were two walls, nor did our server tell us about the specials. read more

An absolutely perfect spot for breakfast or brunch. The menu is HUGE so you could come here Several times and get different things. Our group decided to stick with breakfast items and were blown away. It's a perfect diner-like place. The staff is super friendly and makes sure your coffee is filled and your happy with your food. Do expect some wait but it's very worth it. We got bloody Mary's which were great with brunch. The only other drink options were mimosas and beers so keep that in mind. read more

Madison Park Kitchen - a table full of breakfast foods - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Forest Park, Illinois

Excellent food, pleasant atmosphere and excellent service. The oreo pancake is very delicious, you must try it! read more

Madison Park Kitchen - Oreo pancakes - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Forest Park, Illinois

Began coming here a few years ago and I love this place! Feels intimate. Whenever I have guests and don't want to make breakfast or lunch, I treat them to M&P Kitchen. Service is great and the food is excellent All. The. Time. read more

I'm from here, but live in the A. This was nice, but I'm used to extra. My spouse love the fluffy eggs and wanted to go back, but we couldn't fit it in....this time. Their menu looks great. I'll be back. read more

Madison Park Kitchen - Egg Nachos!!! Yes! - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Forest Park, Illinois

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This is a hidden gem! The place is nice and cozy and offers a variety of egg and breakfast options. All of the employees were friendly and offered quality customer service. My food came quick and fresh. If you are in the area, definitely try this place out...you will not be disappointed. Tip: there is parking available in the back if you cannot find a spot in the front on the street. read more

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Love this spot. We've ordered for takeout a few times in the past year. Food is always freshly made, delicious and though there are a lot of familiar menu items, everything seems to me made with care. There's usually a very quick turnaround when ordering. Before the pandemic, we also ate inside and staff was super friendly, went out of their way to ensure we were comfy and well fed and overall cheerful and made the experience great. Writing this review is making me want to order lunch now! Definitely worth a stop in if you're in the area. read more

My niece and I sought a great breakfast place after attending services at a church we'd never visited before in a west 'burb of Chicago. We stumbled upon Madison Park Kitchen, and all I can say is, Wow. What a find! The large menu presented plenty of options, all of which sounded delicious. I had the Southern Benny with poached eggs, sausage patties and country gravy, and my niece got the spinach-Benedict crepes. Both were out of this world. And If you like homemade biscuits, this is the place to go. (They're self-rising, but not Southern style and not drop biscuits. Kind of unique in a flavorful and satisfying way.) Plus, the service was excellent and unparalleled during a very busy Sunday brunch. We both want to return, next time for lunch. I wholeheartedly recommend this restaurant. read more

omg my first time here and the food was so good the watress recommended the nacho breakfast with chicken and it was fye the oatmeal was delicious also read more

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This is my favorite breakfast spot in the area. Really nice staff and great food. There's often a wait on the weekends but it's worth it. Classic diner style for an affordable price. read more

Great place to eat on Madison Street in Forest Park. Omelettes can't be beat. Highly recommend the breakfast menu. Service is always fast and courteous. You can eat alone or with a large group. read more

Super cozy and cute. Large breakfast portions. The service was fast, no wait. The waitress was very friendly and quick. Love it here. We are always looking for new breakfast places in the area. Check this one out. read more