We found a lovely neighborhood spot with a warm mom and pop feeling and incredible food to match…read more Walking in feels like arriving at a family reunion where everyone is celebrating. We started with the chips with guacamole and the smoked trout dip. Both paired perfectly with my Margarita drink. The trout dip is a total standout-- a true destination dish! We can't wait to come back on a cozy evening to relax with a drink and dive into that trout dip again. My entree was the Shrimp Pesto Linguine with broccoli mushrooms tomato and toasted panko. Really yummy, and the sauce was very cheesy, just the way I like it. Johns Place is not only a neighborhood restaurant and bar, it's a place where you can have a drink with a friend or bring your whole family.

Johns Place is a hidden gem in Roscoe Village!…read more It's not Just a neighborhood restaurant and bar. It's a place where you can have a drink with a friend or bring your whole family. For our appetizers we had the smoked trout dip and chips with guacamole. Do not miss the trout dip, it is really delicious! I had a frase to drink that was really refreshing! They did not have the grilled sirloin stick that I wanted , so they substituted Grilled Skirt Steak served over a wild mushroom farro with sauteed spinach and demi glace. I would gladly eat this over and over again.

Tied for my favorite diner in America only with my childhood diner in MA…read more S&G's family friendly environment is why I will always come back. Frances and another amazing woman (I caught her name but I am now forgetting, sorry!) always greet my kids with a smile and conversation. The entire staff is incredibly kind especially Mimi. A quick story: my toddler was getting restless and I do my best to respect other patrons so I took him outside briefly. When we came back he was still restless but Frances walked him behind the bar and got him some additional coloring books. They are incredibly busy but they will go above and beyond to make you feel comfortable. The food is awesome as well. So many great options and it's quick to your table but not rushed. And even if you don't have kids, this is a great spot. I can't recommend Sam & George's enough Easily my favorite diner because of the people!

Food: 4.0/5. Ambiance & Service: 4.8/5…read more "Just good food," as their slogan promises - and they deliver. I always order the Denver omelet, and it's consistently prepared the way I like it. Nothing on the menu is especially show-stopping, but the food is reliably solid, classic diner fare. What truly makes S&G one of my favorites is the diner itself. It's a warm, family-run spot with the same familiar faces behind the counter, and you can feel how deeply rooted it is in the community. It's probably the most community-connected restaurant I know in Chicago

We had a party of eight after an 8th grade graduation. We were there for lunch and ordered various…read moreplates and all tasted great. They gave us churro squares as appetizers that were free. I don't know if they do that all the time or just because this was a graduation party. In any case just the gesture earn them another star. I am gluten free so they were careful with my order. Since I couldn't eat the churros they gave me a gluten-free waffle which I took home to eat later and it was very good. A few of us intend to make another visit to bring other people with us so they can experience this place. John

So everything was going good until the end. Service was…read moregood Wide variety of dishes Nothing to die for One of the cooks gave us some especial dessert to try that was delicious BUT almost at the end of our food, there was a hair in my food I brought it up to the waitress but she didn't seem to be worried about it. That was the only negative thing about this place unfortunately ( but of course I couldn't finish eating after that )

Absolutely recommend this place. I do live in the suburbs so I don't go as much as I would like to…read more Their vegan menu is great and their vegan pancakes amazing . Service is good, only thing is that it gets a little loud mainly because the place is always full.

I've been meaning to go here for awhile and on a whim we decided to stop by during our walk. The…read moreinside is cozy and colorful. It was a beautiful day today so we wanted to sit outside. It was 9 am Saturday, the place wasn't packed and the outdoor seating open. We were seated quickly. Water got brought out quickly and drink order was taking fast too. We started looking at the food menu and sadly nothing stood out to us for the prize they were asking. So we decided to not get food and just do the latte. When the waitress came ready into take our food order, we told her we will just do the latte, she visibly got mad, abruptly took our menu & walked off without a word girl relax. Is it by force that we have to order food? Anyways we got our $10 latte, which was disappointing and didn't taste great. Overall the experience started off good then the waitresses attitude at the end ruin the whole experience. We didn't try the food so maybe it's good if they're getting away with those prices y'all let me know lol Definitely will not be going back.

My husband and I recently visited for breakfast, and we absolutely loved it! The atmosphere was so…read morecute and charming, and as a Shameless fan, it was especially fun knowing this was the spot where Fiona worked on the show. Everything we ordered was delicious. I had the corned beef hash, which was perfectly cooked and full of flavor, while my husband ordered the Mexican omelet with taco meat, and he couldn't stop talking about how good it was. We also enjoyed an iced coffee and a chocolate shake, both of which were fantastic. Of course, we couldn't resist trying a few extras, so we ordered the chocolate-covered pancakes and potato pancakes for the table. Both were incredible and the perfect addition to our meal. Between the delicious food, cozy atmosphere, and friendly service, this was such a great experience. We will definitely be back the next time we're craving an amazing breakfast or brunch. Highly recommend!

You want to know what's really cool about Golden House Restaurant and Pancake House? The condition…read moreof the vinyl! I would assume a place where the newest thing since the 1980s is the security camera would have vinyl with more cracks and patina than my trusty old leather jacket! But no, it's in fantastic shape. Especially given that, the vibe in here is awesome! It's like stepping through a time-portal. For food, I ordered an old favorite: Pigs in Blankets. The food came out fast, though, to be fair, there was only one other person dining in at the time. The sausage links were crisp, and the pancakes were lightly sweet and fluffy. All in all, great! While perhaps not enough to summon the Michelin Guide inspectors, it was better than the average greasy spoon. Finally, I really appreciate that the prices are reasonable, and that there is parking! Final verdict: I've had a small handful of spectacular breakfasts. I've also had criminal breakfasts, where two unsalted eggs, two bacon strips, and a tablespoon of potatoes costs $14.95. Golden House Restaurant & Pancake House finds itself in that sweet spot in between - it is neither a spectacular spot (often have prices to boot), nor is it an overpriced, underwhelming greasy spoon that stays in business thanks to regulars who have been coming for decades and don't want anything better.

This place is ope 24/7 and always seemed packed at night especially on the weekends. Finally got a…read morechance to try it and I can see why. Food was solid. Burrito was cooked fast and a lot of steak on the inside. Very tasty and came with a good sauce. Monte cristo was alright a little soggy but the taste was the there. Service was great, small staff but they were nice and efficient. Not a lot of seating but it is clean and smells good. A good late night spot.

A great spot for quick Chicago comfort food. Quick servive…read moreby the staff. Counter seating. A classic Chicago throwback diner.

WHO IS JERRY AND HOW DO THEY MAKE SUCH GOOD SANDWICHES???…read more We checked out Jerry's at the recommendation of our friends and wwwwwwwow. I consider myself a sandwich aficionado and Jerry's rises to the top. The bread was crunch, flakey and fresh. The garlic aioli on the Rachel C is some of the most savory food I've eaten. LB's skirt steak sandwich was soooo good with the chipotle sauce on top. House chips were 10/10. Could not stop stealing from LB's plate. Massive menu ensures that there is something for everyone. I will bring my friends and family back!! Service was very nice. We came at like 2pm on a Sunday so there werent many tables needing attention. Inside feels like a nice cozy sandwich shop/bar!

Five stars for the sandwiches. Zero stars for the performance art at the hostess stand…read more I've eaten here twice. The food is consistently excellent. Unfortunately, so is the hostility. Both times I came in to pick up a to-go order, the hostess greeted me with the kind of expression you'd expect if I'd just offended her. I gave her my name--Ryan--and both times she confidently informed me there was no order for Ryan, dismissed me, and acted as though I had wandered into a private event instead of a restaurant where I had literally paid for food. The second visit somehow managed to top the first. After being treated rudely yet again, I made the outrageous decision to tell her she was being rude. Rather than doing something radical like apologizing or checking on my order, she followed me outside onto a crowded sidewalk, yelling at me to "say that to her face." A male employee joined the spectacle, scolding me while she continued shouting after me in front of customers eating outside. I've never had a takeout order come with complimentary public humiliation and a sidewalk shouting match. The truly ironic part is that the sandwiches are good enough that I wanted to become a regular. Instead, I've learned that ordering takeout here comes with the chance of being treated like you're not welcome and humiliated. People remember how you make them feel. I didn't leave here feeling very good either time.

I was looking for a good place (that I have never been to) for brunch on a Saturday morning. This…read moreplace definitely fit the bill. Great place to go on Broadway in the Lakeview neighborhood. The food was also very good too. I ended up getting a Gypsy skillet, one of my go-to brunch items. It came out nice and hot and plentiful. It did taste freshly made with melted cheese and the eggs were oh so good. There were also mushrooms, ham, onions, and peppers on a bed of potatoes. I had sourdough bread which was tasty and nicely toasted. Definitely recommended if you want something delicious and fulfilling....and they also have a full menu for lunch and what looks like a nice variety of milkshakes too. Will be back for sure!

came to this place after pride parade & it was pretty good. love that they have a huge dessert menu…read moreand our waitress was really sweet. it's a cute and quaint little place and probably a good diner option if you're in the neighborhood. can't recommend the key lime pie shake unfortunately