Delicious food, great service, cozy atmosphere, and completely unpretentious. Cash only. Will be back!!

THE BEST breakfast on the north shore. We come here nearly every weekend. The servers are sweet and the food is so so so good.

Wow! From the minute I walked into this charming space, I knew this was going to be one of the most delicious classic diner breakfast/brunch experiences in the Chicagoland area. When I saw the innovative menu and tasted the fresh delicious food my instincts were confirmed. All the sweet friendly team working here to the mix and this place rules!! I'm still here eating but can't wait to come back and try more of their great stuff!! Cash only! read more

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Totally cute tiny cafe. Came here for breakfast. Ordered original French toast and side sausage . I ordered the coffee . It's just Folgers or something . Slight coffee flavor. They seem to be geared towards pancakes. Cash only place . Which is odd in 2025, right? Very small town cafe vibe. Very different prices compared to what I saw online , but not outrageous? I guess. The bananas foster French toast seems intriguing? But also seems like , a lot. Something to share, I'm thinking . Sausage was really tasty. Maybe some local brand? French toast was standard. It was good. Syrup was just sugar. Not proper maple syrup, it's not that good. This place is without frills, service is very much take your order, deliver your food and we are done. It's not fancy! Kinda fancy prices, but this is kinda fancy area? 25 dollars with tip. If you are within a short distance of this place- I would say sure, give it a chance . Lunch looks good also. read more

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Excellent food and service. Great selection of French toasts and pancakes as well as Hispanic flare egg dishes! Highly recommended. Cash only. read more

The Original Green Bay Cafe - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Winnetka, Illinois

Very cute cozy spot - a gem on the north shore! Friendly fast service, Get their buttermilk pancakes. Soooooo goood! Cute halloween mugs for the hot coco :):) 4/5 stars because they offer close to 0 vegan options! I usually eat vegan so really would have appreciated at least one vegan pancakes option read more

Decent spot for breakfast and lunch food. I've only been once and had a scrambler that was good, but nothing special. The inside is cute and cozy with only a handful of tables. I can see this restaurant getting extremely full on weekends. This is a cash only restaurant. read more

Ordered the tuna salad sandwich ...lettuce and tomato fresh and added golden raisins to the tuna giving it an extra zing. Ruffle potatoes chips and a pickle finished the serving. read more

We thought this was going to be a nice little hole type of brekkie place... which it kinda is but the food was hit/miss. The wheat pancakes are actually pretty decent then they give you this ? questionable maybe margarine? and crappy syrup with it. The sandwiches or wraps were just gloopy bare and sad and served with these chips that were obviously chintzy on that as well like out of a Costco bag maybe 5/6 ? It's a cute enough spot service was ok nothing to come back for. read more

My husband and I just found this place last week and we've already recommended it to a couple people. The tamale pancakes were a noble try but not sure if they were correctly executed. Other than that everything else was life changing. The chocolate chip pancakes were everything. Fast and friendly service. Loved the simple and homey ambiance. read more

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06/18/20 - After walking just over 5 miles this morning @ The Skokie Lagoon my sis & I decided to grab a bite to eat. She went onto Yelp & found The Original Green Bay Cafe on where else Green Bay Road in a Winnetka. They just re opened up for business about 2 weeks ago and are taking carry outs. They also have a few tables for outdoor dining. My sister & I are both looking to lose weight so we split an order which worked out good. We split a Ruben sandwich, which is not the most healthy, but it is a smaller portion & it proved to be more then enough. The Ruben came w/rippled potato chips (again not too healthy) & a dill pickle. The server was extremely friendly & helpful. The Ruben was pretty tasty. They had a lot of other items on the menu that definitely peaked my interest. I will be back again in the near future. read more

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Sooo good. Bananas foster, raisin cinnamon French toast and a grilled chicken perfect breakfast/brunch. Small but Cozy place on a very cold day. Service was very good. Food is great. Will return next trip. read more

Had a breakfast meeting here. Really a homey place. Only about 10-15 tables. A few wooden benches and booths. It made it nice for a business mtg. Service was outstanding. Always a coffeee refill without asking. I had a classic benefit. The ham slices are huge and super tasty. A little sweet and the right amount of saltiness. The poached eggs were also large with great béarnaise sauce. the muffins were a little soggy but it was okay since I wanted to reduce my carbs. It comes with breakfast potatoes which were perfect. almost mashable. A great cozy place for breakfast. read more

Flashing back to late August, when we were in the area and hankering for an outdoor brunch... This is a small cafe with several small tables inside and a handful outside. Friendly, attentive service! 4 important tips for you: 1) cash only!!! I can't believe I didn't catch that upon Yelping, so this caught me by surprise when our bill came. To my husband who never carries cash: you're welcome! 2) MUST ORDER the corn cakes! In looking back at the menu, I don't see it, so I don't know if it's only available some of the time, but this dish was savory, cheesy, comforting, and I would order it again in a flash! It got kudos in the Chicago Tribune. It's a stack of 3 or so griddle cakes with corn baked into the batter and comes out piping hot, with cheddar cheese melted on top and served with sour cream and homemade salsa. I'm drooling. It far exceeded my expectations! It was a savory brunch dish I never knew I was missing from my life. 3) Empty your bladder before or after your visit, unless you're ok with a super tiny bathroom! But I get it: when you gotta go, you gotta go! 4) Everything comes out hot and fresh. The sausage comes in patties, which yes, is striking to me. Yum! read more

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Moved to the suburbs from Chicago and we wanted to find a new go-to spot. This is it. Consistently delicious, not just good, delicious. I reco the "Huevos Rancheros" or the "Bread Pudding French Toast" read more

This is a very intimate space - there were about 10 tables, and everyone is pretty scrunched in with one another. It feels very neighborhoody, in the wooden paneling, local decorations, chalkboard "specials" menu, and overall community vibe. They were very busy the day we went on a weekend, but we were seated and served quickly. The food choices are quite varied with some traditional diner food and some Mexican-inspired breakfast foods. The portions were a bit small, but tasted fresh and home made - you don't feel heavy or overly full when you leave this place. Another plus, the prices were not exorbitant like so many places have become. The staff were, for the most part, very friendly there. I do have to note though, that a family left, and one of the managers or owners of the restaurant, made it very clear how irritated she was with the mess they left behind. That definitely left a bad taste in my mouth, since I was there with my toddler. While it was messier than I would've anticipated for a toddler of their age, read more

Very small, but food and service are great and nice ambiance. A cute spot for a weekend day.

Tasty comfort foods. Fast and friendly service. No frills, in a refreshing way. Thumbs up. read more

CASH ONLY. A friend and I agreed to meetup for a late breakfast on a Sunday. I arrived shortly before 1pm and had no problem finding a table. When I first stepped in, they have a sign that says please wait to be seated. After standing for awhile with no acknowledgement, I asked if I could seat myself. The space is very small and cozy. In fact, I did not realize it at first but the bathroom is behind the counter. There are two menus, the hard copy and the chalk board, both feature a nice mix between traditional and spins. My friend opted for the winter pancakes which featured cranberry and orange zest with powdered sugar on top. I had a bite to see, if you like tart, they are enjoyable. He was torn on whether to go full size or small, 3 or 2 stack, he opted for small 2 stack and was unable to finish as the cakes are as big as your plate. I opted for Ricos tacos, basically chorizo egg corn tortillas with green salsa. They come with home fries. I noticed the home fries side runs approx 3.50 and the sliced avocado side runs 2.50, so I asked if I could sub the avocado because they are tacos after all. I was told no, the only thing I could sub out was two slices of tomato. The food is obviously cooked to order so it is not fast food, be prepared to make conversation or entertain yourself while you wait, not too long. The service was friendly. read more

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Found this gem on Yelp of course, looking for breakfast after a hockey game with my boys. We loved it! We order hot chocolate & warm apple cider. Had the pancakes and a frittata. It was all delish. The place is warm and cozy. FYI cash only. read more

The Original Green Bay Cafe - Frittata - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Winnetka, Illinois

They don't accept debit and credit cards. I ordered a hamburger patty with my vegetable omelette. The hamburger patty was overcooked and hard to swallow. read more

I was wandering the streets of Winnetka, looking for a restaurant that wasn't part of a national chain, when I luckily stumbled into The Original Green Bay Café. It is a tiny place, only nine tables (I counted!) and a counter, where I chose to sit. It was a weekday lunch hour, and the restaurant was busy. I maneuvered my way to the end of the counter, as far as I could get from the traffic flow, and looked over a menu written on a blackboard. This place looks like it's been here forever. It really is a hole in the wall. Had I not been on foot, I probably would have passed it. It looked like only one woman was working the restaurant, and she was busy. She poured coffee for me right away, though, and took my order sooner than I thought she might. I ordered a vegetable skillet,2 sunny side up eggs, no cheese, with English muffins. The food arrived quickly, and was at the perfect temperature. I was pleased to see that the portion size, while generous, was not the Paul Bunyan size of skillets you see at many other restaurants. The only complaint I would make, and it's a minor one, is that the skillet was so full, it was hard to eat without some of the contents spilling out onto the counter. Otherwise, the skillet was loaded with vegetables and potato, heavy on the vegetable. That was a pleasant surprise. In some places, the contents might be 90% potato and 10% vegetable. In this restaurant, that ratio was reversed, to my immense satisfaction. I love love love vegetables. The coffee was a little on the bitter side. I drink it black, so I do notice that sort of thing. Maybe it had been sitting for a little while, though with the volume of business, you'd think coffee wouldn't get a chance to sit for long. I prefer a lighter roast, so other people may very well think that the coffee is 100% perfect. This café is cash only. I don't know if there's an ATM nearby, but assume there must be. The restaurant must be packed on the weekends. It was very busy on a Thursday lunch hour. The Original Green Bay Café was a lucky find. Next time I'm in the neighborhood, I'll stop by again. read more

The Original Green Bay Cafe - Vegetable Skillet with two sunny side up eggs - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Winnetka, Illinois

Green Bay Cafe is the crown jewel of Winnetka! You feel comfortable as soon as you walk in--not only is it adorably cozy inside, but the staff are very friendly and attentive. The breakfast skillets are so delicious! The food has a homemade feel but is well worth the price and better than any breakfast I could make at home. I highly, highly recommend Green Bay Cafe! read more

Delicious - the only issue is finding a table, it's a small restaurant but it's always full! Go for the cornmeal pancakes, they're fantastic and a nice break from the usual buttermilk routine. read more

Food was delicious, and this was such a pleasant cozy place to eat :) Just FYI for folks with physical accessibility needs, the bathroom is very difficult to get to so this might not be a great option for you. read more

Very unique experience, hometown feeling. The food is very good and the service was great. You must remember it is cash only.

I wish there were more places like this downtown. They have a great menu with a wide range of breakfast and lunch options. The food is always fresh and the service is good. I have had a number of their egg dishes and sandwiches. Not once have I ever been disappointed. Last time we were there we overheard that they had sold 35 cupcakes. The deserts always look amazing, but I have never given into my temptations. If you are a first timer remember that it is cash only! There are only a few tables, but they seem to turn them rather quick. read more

The Original Green Bay Cafe - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Winnetka, Illinois

Cute little gem, breakfast was made fresh, tomatoes fresh, basil fresh, coffee was on point. Cash-only was the only hiccup

Old school meets new school super smart menu. Please do not pass on this place because it doesnt have the name. I appreciate the homemade feel and taste. Coffee could be a little stronger. read more

CASH ONLY!!! Don't get me wrong, the food was alright. I ordered the adult grilled cheese and it wasn't bad at all, but was pretty small for an adult . My friend got the nutella crepes and they weren't bad, but not worth $16. This is a very small place, so you would assume they know their regulars. We were not told it was cash until we pulled out our credit cards, and no signs are up clarifying. We were told there is a Chase ATM if needed, but who would think a breakfast cafe wouldn't take card? And to not tell us at all when we were the only ones in there? It was just disappointing. I barely had $2 to tip a $50 meal, and I felt very bad, but a heads up would have been nice. read more

Cash only. Really nice little cafe tucked away on the west side of GB next to the preschool. Coffee was really great, served in a huge mug and the fritta was so good that I want another one. Will be back to try the pancakes. read more

The Original Green Bay Cafe - If you are smart you will get the IXTAPA FRITTA. You will not be disappointed. Has jalapeños, not spicy - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Winnetka, Illinois

Today I had breakfast at Green Bay Cafe with my family. Whenever my husband wants to pamper me, he knows this is the place to bring me. If you want to eat fresh breakfast foods MADE FROM SCRATCH DAILY, this is the place to go. The chorizo tacos are delicious, NOT GREASY, yet very flavorful. The seasonal pancakes never disappoint, and as a pumpkin flavor lover, the pumpkin pancakes and French toast are a MUST; made entirely from scratch! But my favorite are the Crepes! They are soooo delicious. Yes the place is small, but it gives you a cozy feeling. Service is not as fast as chain locations but the flavor is much superior. read more

Food is fantastic and the service is great! We were immediately sat and taken care of. Interior design is warm and homey, perfect for a fall day. We ordered the Salmon Benedict yesterday and just had to come back the next day for breakfast again! read more

Other than it being cash only, best breakfast spot other than walker brother in the area. Their pancakes and bacon is so good. Sometimes I cry because they're only open until 2 pm. Straight fire, service is incredible and food is out within ten minutes. When I'm at u of I fiend for this food no cap read more

My goodness, what a cute place! Pancakes are delish, and the club sandwich is perfectly crisp bacon and toasty but not rough bread. Great service too! read more

My family and I stopped into the Green Bay Cafe last Saturday for breakfast. The space is very small (a little cramped), but quaint. Thankfully, there was an open table available near the window for us. I ordered the traditional eggs Benedict, my husband ordered the Ringo tacos, our little man had the scraps. My eggs Benefict was average at best, while my husband's tacos were more original and flavorful. Think Mexican breakfast tacos. Side note: the coffee was incredibly delicious. No clue where they get their beans from, but I would go out of my way just to order a coffee from this place. Service was good. A little slow at times, but nothing troubling. Note that the cafe is a cash-only establishment. Thankfully there is a Chase ATM half of a block south. Arrive early! This place was busy packed by the time we left around 10:00 am. read more

This place is way cute. It looks more like a tiny diner than a cafe. Food was pretty good and service was very efficient without being rushed and super friendly. I had the frittata Ixtapa which was like a Mexican omelette on top of a tortilla. It had green onions, salsa, cilantro and cheese topped with sour cream, salsa, and more cheese. It was delicious! My partner had the eggs benedict which too was delicious. Someone said the coffee tastes like Folgers. Well if Folgers tasted like that then it was smooth and delicious. They should get with the times however and start taking credit cards. I'd definitely come back and try the pancakes which they seem to be famous for. read more

The Original Green Bay Cafe - The ixtapa frittata - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Winnetka, Illinois

This is one of my favorite restaurants in the area. We have been coming here for years so know most of the staff and LOVE them. The people working here are amazing people - and the food is also fantastic! It is the perfect breakfast or lunch spot and has something for everyone. It is small and cozy, and not very fancy, but is perfect for a casual meal with friends or family! read more

I would get up even earlier to be able to eat here for breakfast. It is a small. I mean small little place, but the food sure delivers! My friend and I have been meeting up here after an outdoor yoga class. You know, you gotta replace the calories after you burn them. Really, this is our motivator to get up for a 6:00 am yoga class. Shhhhh. Don't tell. There is not private parking so your best bet is on the street. The servers are always very friendly and kind. They do not waste any time! The prices are hard to beat for this area. The power pancakes are to die for. I am generally not a pancake person, I know sacrilege, but these have raw granola in them so it gives them texture. Yum!!! Yum! I have had the Mexican Chilaquiles. So good! As well as the Huevos rancheros. Yum! My friends loved their corn beef hash as well as the Power pancakes!! I am drooling just thinking about it. Might have to go again tomorrow with the hubby! read more

Oh, snap. I knew this place was fabulous but I went there yesterday and they upped the ante. Seriously, choosing one of their many specials was the most difficult food-related decision I've ever had to make. I went with the homemade banana bread French toast and it was perfection, though I may always wonder about the artichoke and Swiss cheese omelet that never was. Some other must-try items are the bread pudding French toast and the tamale corn flapjacks. The latter are a complete surprise, and a little weird at first, but completely worth working through any misgivings you might have. They're topped with cheese and served with salsa and sour cream, and they're out of control (you know, in a good way). The service here is pretty excellent, despite the harried looks the waitstaff always have on their faces. That leads me to my biggest problem with this place: it's too damn small. It's literally the size of my kitchen and living rooms combined. And I really don't live in a very big house. It's hard to find a place to sit where you won't feel crowded, unless you happen to snag one of the two or three booths by the window. Yes, it's cozy in here, but it's honestly never worked in the place's favor if you ask me. I love my family and friends but not enough to sit on top of them. I also don't love the seemingly endless parade of Ugg-wearing, iPhone-chatting, Tiffany key necklace-wearing girls and ladies who frequent this place, nor am I fond of their companions (who, regardless of their ages, wear North Face fleece jackets). But that's what you get when you go to Winnetka. read more