Came here for lunch last week. Had to run some errands in Crown Point and found this little gem…read moreonline and had to try it. The restaurant was cozy and clean and reminiscent of the best of the best, a dying breed... the Greek diners in the Midwest. My dad had a tuna plate with fruit and I had a croissant breakfast sandwich with American fries. The food and coffee were excellent. The waitress was friendly and attentive. Seems like mostly a breakfast spot and it was raining heavily the day we went so there were only a couple of tables dining. If I am back in that area you can bet I'll be stopping by Twelve Islands.

My wife and I stopped by for dinner and found the restaurant about half full. After a short wait,…read moreour server came over and took our order. We asked for her recommendations, and she confidently shared a few options. My wife chose the stir fry, and I went with the hot beef sandwich. Both dishes were excellent--her suggestions were spot on! We were both very pleased with our meals, and the prices were reasonable. The service was great, and the restaurant was clean. We'll definitely be back!

Fast food, but definitely not a fast-food restaurant! The food was hot, fresh, and delicious, and…read morethe atmosphere was great. The service was quick without sacrificing quality. Definitely recommend giving Scrambled Diner a try. I'll definitely be back

Cute simple diner. You can see the chefs preparing and cooking the food. We had pretty simple…read morebreakfasts. French toast and an omelette. Both were delicious. A lot appears to be home made here including the ketchup, jam and sausage. I'm assuming the hashbrowns were too. They were finely shredded and so good. They had some fun specials. We will be back if we are back in the area. Our waitress was very friendly too!

For a small restaurant, they have better quality food than your bigger restaurants. The only reason…read moreI didn't rate it five stars is because it is very tiny in the main part and I felt like I was sitting on top of people. However, the food, the service were all a 10+

My wife ordered coffee and the table was so wobbly the coffee spilled all over the table. I asked…read morethe waitress if we could move and she "I guess". We moved to the next booth and the table was the same, she said hang on dropped to her knees and crawled under the table on my side with a wad of napkins . She bought my wife another coffee and there was pink lipstick on the rim of the cup that she didn't catch until we made her aware of it. When she brought a new cup she sat it down and hee hee third times the charm. We ordered. I forget what I ordered but it came with 3 eggs. I ordered over easy they came scrambled, and the sausage wasn't even warm. I sent it all back and paid for my wife's meal and left

When you need to be reminded of how a smash burger should be you must come here. I cannot praise…read morethem enough fresh and those crispy edges. Anytime I am in town this is a must stop. The staff was super friendly as always.

Schoops is a NW Indiana staple. The food is fresh and made to order like an authentic diner should…read morebe. The burgers are a smash like burger with crispy edges and every bite reminds me of a warm hug. The service is always consistent no matter the location and your food always comes up fast, almost like they are waiting for your order before you even arrive. The vibe is classic diner style. They are known for their burgers and melts but also learned that they serve breakfast. There are also tons of other menu items to choose from if you are not in the mood for their classics. I will always return to Schoops when I am in the area.

1000% recommend! The food was amazing and beat every…read moreexpectation. Everything made in house. I've never been a fan of sauerkraut but I ate the entire portion. Pierogis were outstanding. Service was phenomenal. Met the owner on the way out and made sure to tell them we will definitely be back. Cannot beat the price either.

I've only been here once so take it with a grain of salt. Came on a Sunday around 3:30. There were…read moremaybe 3 tables. When we walked in no one greeted us so we went to find a seat and then some guy showed us the sign that said please wait to be seated pretty rudely (it was turned around not even open for the public to see) - Luckily we looked at him weird "like who are you" and then a hostess greeted us so we were done with him - which is good. Really hope he wasn't the owner because that's not how you greet someone, especially when there's three tables filled only. Regardless - We opted to sit in the movie room - hence my blue photos. The service was really long, but we got our waters, and a drink each and watched a movie while we waited for our order. Server said the burgers are excellent. I got the double cheeseburger. I promise you, it was the worst meat I'd tasted in a very long time. Why? It was completely over seasoned with salt and pepper - I am talking inedible...Could not finish it. We also got a salad with grilled chicken on it. The dressing was good but didn't have much lettuce on it - just a lot of toppings. Overall - we won't spent our money here again.

Cafe Stelios in Merrillville on Broadway was an awesome experience. It feels family owned, and that…read morewarmth really comes through the second you walk in. The atmosphere was comfortable and inviting, and I loved that they took the time to decorate so nicely for the holiday. The inside was done really well and made the whole place feel even more welcoming. The service was undeniably great. The girl handling the coffee told me "my pleasure" when I asked for a half cup on my refill, which stuck with me because it was such a small but genuine touch. Our waitress was also very easygoing and pleasant, and she made the meal that much better. The coffee was spectacular, and the food was outstanding. The waffle was absolutely magical. Everything about this visit made me want to come back, and I already can't wait to try lunch next time. Definitely a spot worth checking out.

Yelp never leads me wrong - this little cafe was close to my hotel and has great photos and…read morereviews. I enjoyed reading their story online - family owned, and named in honor of their family. Many reviews rave about the friendly owners. I ordered an espresso hazelnut latte, it was perfect and served with a little cookie. I had the Avocado Toast - it was great, light and refreshing. If I could critique it slightly I'd ask for a thicker cream cheese smear and more onion, I'd personally also add some feta cheese. The ingredients were fresh, the eggs were the perfect temp and it was a delightful meal overall. Service was fantastic! My server was prompt, friendly and attentive.

My wife and I enjoyed our breakfast there. Everything was…read morefresh and delicious. Service was good.. prices are good also

I Love breakfast and I have to give them their props. I wanted to try this a couple times before I…read morereviewed and I have tried the avacado toast,frittata, chilaquiles and today the stuffed avacado. OMG I have not been disappointed yet. The staff are all so friendly even when I came on a Sunday and it was a wait they said hi and apologized for the wait. The restaurant it self is quaint but homie and it was like a family event almost. I would definitely bring family and friends but with the size of my family I will have to apologize for the wait after we are seated LOL

It always starts out so quiet in here. I've been with a few different groups of people. By the time…read morewe leave though, it's a decently full. I feel like I "bring" the business. The service is super sweet. My first visit, I was with a really good friend. I didn't know they closed so early. But they didn't rush us out. At all. Once I realized we were the only ones left in there and they were CLEANING, of course, then we settled our bill and left. The food is always good. Their bathrooms are clean and they have a nice lot for parking.

We decided to check this place out on a whim. The overall experience was wonderful. The waitress…read morewas an absolute doll. The restaurant was cute and comfortable. The cheese curds with chipotle ranch were out of this world. We plan to try their breakfast soon.

Good place to go for breakfast, I love the Biscuits n Gravy. Large portions here as well, moderate…read moreprices too. Very good daily specials here too, think it's $4 or $5 for the specials(soup and sandwich) Only qualms I have is that it could use some modernization or a little TLC to get it into better shape. Ceiling tiles are kinda gross with grease stains from the cooking and old smoke stains. No biggie though, plates and tables are clean and that's what I eat off, Not the ceiling. Service is good, quick and friendly which is what counts.

New owners! Lemon drop soup was homemade. Burger cooked…read moreperfect. Fries are bestthe thicker ones. Excellent service, great prices!

I cannot recommend Toast & Jam enough! They hosted a bridal shower in their Estate Room for my…read morefamily with less than a day's notice when my original venue didn't get power back in time during the August power outages from the derecho that came through. Their food was delicious, and their Estate Room is the absolute perfect place for a shower! The day prior, they hosted a funeral luncheon for my friend's family at the Estate Room with less than a couple hours notice for the same reason of the original venue not having power! Dana and the crew are lifesavers! I wouldn't hesitate to host an event here again!

Nice spot. My food was good. The wait can get long so check online and get on the waitlist before…read moreyou go. The wait can be as long as 2 hours. Interior was cute and eclectic. Service was good as well.