Today was the worst. This could easily be one of my 5-star hidden gems. But I'm done. First time…read morehere I ordered a Skirt Steak Sandwich. It was superb. Came with fries and soup of the day. 2nd time here I ordered something else. Just plain average diner food. But ordered the steak again for my third time and was impressed once again. Kept coming back, if only for that one standout. Been here at least a dozen times, ordering the steak to go mostly (actually sat down with family twice). Sadly, subsequent steaks were not as consistent. Often, they are tough. Once, they forgot the jalapeños. But twice now, they've messed up my soup. I never tasted their minestrone, despite having ordered it twice (not counting a third time where it was eaten by a family member). Got cream of chicken rice both times. WTF is wrong with these people? Less than a mile from home, great service. They just don't know how to make steak or differentiate between soups (Hint: Minestrone is reddish-brown, cream of chicken rice is white). Really gave this place too many second chances based on my first 2 steak experiences (and a few other ones scattered in between the non-acceptables). Today, not only shoe-leather steak, but the wrong soup once again.

This was our 2nd time there and I was very disappointed. My son was served spoiled fettuccine…read moreAlfredo. This was confirmed by their management. While the manager and server were apologetic and took the meal off the tab, it really ruined the meal for all of us. I think we should have had the entire check dismissed. Serving food that could have caused food poisoning is awful. Our first visit - breakfast - was great. But our 2nd visit-not so much. But we will give them another try as the chef may have had a bad day.

What's great restaurant, we had a group of 20 and they had a side room for our group, the bar…read morelooked like a good place to sit and have a drink, outdoor seating is available directly in front of restaurant. Street parking may be hard to get but public parking lot nearby. Food was excellent, I had the foxtail paella, plump shrimp, mussels, sausage veggies and orzo instead of rice made it feel creamier, full portions. The "big wood" was a tasty whiskey drink, but the Negroni was a little too bitter. Everyone in our group enjoyed their meal. Our waitress was friendly and knowledgeable about all the menu items and made good recommendations, fast attentive and good service.

Another great dinner at Foxtail!…read more We had to come back to try more of the menu, and this time we ordered: * Pork belly bruschetta: 5/10. Unfortunately, this one wasn't for me. The pork belly, ciabatta, and balsamic were all good individually, but together the flavors just didn't work. It felt mismatched... * Colorado lamb kebab: 10/10. This is one of the more $$ entrées on the menu, but it's absolutely worth it. The portion was generous, the lamb was high quality, and the artichoke pesto paired really well with the rich, gamey flavor. The roasted pearl onions were a great addition too. I would definitely recommend this dish. * Foxtail paella: 8/10 flavorful orzo paella loaded with seafood. Definitely a sharing type of entree! Always a great time at Foxtail with great food and great service!

As breakfast spots go, this one takes the... muffin!…read more A large, well-light dining room with numerous tables, a packed menu, and a friendly staff make this spot a winner! Even when busy they get you in, seated, and fed very quickly. And that's exactly what we are looking for on a Sunday morning; we got things to do! Our waitress understood the assignment and treated us well. As did the kitchen because our food was TASTY and really hit the spot. Portions?... big enough the fuel you all. day. long. While this spot is a bit further than I normally venture for breakfast it is worth the drive, without a doubt!

I came for father's day with my dad, and it was packed. We waited around 45 min for a table, and we…read moreended up getting sat on the patio - just as it started raining. Although there were umbrellas, the rain was still dripping over the tables, but our server kept a positive attitude even though we weren't able to change our seats to be inside. My dad enjoyed his skillet, and I got a panini, and I'm amazed by the huge portion sizes. The panini was good, with juicy chicken and a delicious subtle apricot spread. The fries are huge as well, and super crispy. Buttermilk's pancakes are probably my favorite pancakes, as they are light, soft, fluffy, and subtly sweet. This was a good spot for a casual brunch with family.

Sometimes all you need is a really good crêpe, and Crêpe It Up & Bowls has become our go-to spot…read morewhenever that craving hits. Over the past few months we've worked our way through both the sweet and savory sides of the menu, trying favorites like the Strawana, Signature, Dubai Chocolate, Alfredo Chicken, All American, and Mediterranean crêpes. While we've enjoyed them all, the Strawana remains the one we keep coming back for. This is a small, family-owned Eastern European café with welcoming staff, and that warmth adds to the experience every time. Seating inside is limited, though they offer outdoor seating during the warmer months. Most of our visits have been takeout, and the quality has been consistently excellent, making it an easy choice whether we're eating there or taking it home. If you're in the Downers Grove area and looking for a casual place with delicious crêpes and genuine hospitality, this local gem is well worth a visit.

RUN! Don't even think about walking. Get to Crepe it Up as soon as you can! This family owned and…read morerun business is wildly perfect in every way possible. As soon as I walked in I felt the love from the staff members. This cafe is designed beautifully with a kiddie play corner. They also have outdoor seating when weather permits. Staff members are extremely kind and made me feel like family. The food and drinks? STOPPPPP! I started with the tiramisu coffee and it was game changer. The right amount of sweet with the perfect amount of coffee flavor as well. For my crepe I had the Mediterranean bliss and there's a reason why it's their best seller. SO DELICIOUS! Everything is made with high quality ingredients and prepared carefully and with all the love. The way they even present everything is wonderfully beautiful. The portion is very generous and pricing is fair. It took about 10-15 minutes for everything to be prepared and it is absolutely worth the short wait time.

Reservations recommended here because of crowds. I met a friend for happy hour/dinner. They have a…read morelot of drinks and appetizers as well as beef and vegetarian burger on menu. I had a margarita on happy hour menu and it was tasty. For my entree, I got the chicken enchiladas. They were presented very nicely and very flavorful. Since they are known for the caramel pie, I got a slice of that as well. Tasted like caramel candy with the texture similar to pumpkin pie. Service was friendly. I hear their brunch is also amazing as well.

Not the experience I was expecting. I had high hopes and unfortunately everything fell short. The…read morehost was not accommodating at all. I requested our group to be placed in a corner since we were dining in with 2 kids and an infant who would be sitting in a stroller. She had said they were fully booked and a different party needed the table I was eyeing since they would be coming in with 3 strollers. I was there from 9am-11am on a Friday and it was not packed nor did a family use the table I wanted while I was there. No one came in with 3 strollers either. Aside from that, I was trying to be helpful so the stroller wouldn't get in the way of customers and wait staff. The host basically made it harder for them, not me. I started with the hazelnut oat mocha and this was delicious. This was the highlight of my time there. For food I tried the Shakshouka and it was not good. The pouched eggs were not cooked. From my pictures - it looks like the eggs were cracked in the dish and the chef called it a day. I didn't chance eating it, I ate the pita it came with and left very hungry. I'm giving Beatrix a generous 2 due to the space being beautiful and my latte being great. Unfortunately this is not a spot I'll be returning to.

Been retired for eight years and this is one of the first restaurants we tried when we moved out to…read morethis area top-notch place. The owners are super friendly very personable. He has other restaurants. Also this is our go to place for breakfast and lunch. Never a bad meal not a big selection, but quality ingredients. Always a pleasant experience and the room is a very cheerful happy room. HIGHLY RECOMMEND THIS PLACE

Need more stars!!! First, the NICEST people work here!!! The pancakes were delicious! I asked them…read morefor hashbrowns well done and they were delivered perfectly cooked. The egg I ordered was a little dry, but the flavor was delicious. Next time I just would probably ask for a soft scramble. Really enjoyed this place.!!!!

A diner with many options on the menu - picked a skillet dish with spinach and canadian bacon - a…read morebig serving, nicely plated; with large fluffy pancakes which I ate with their jams. My son liked his crab benedict with hash potatoes; and my cousin's avocado platter with chicken salad was the wow - for fruit lovers. Food came out fast but getting our server's attention after that took time.

Eggs over medium with sausage,hash browns and toast. Has…read morebrowns completely burnt and not edible. Service was okay

We went here after a work volunteer event and they were amazing. Very attentive to 18!people, food…read morewas delicious and they even have gluten free pancakes!!! I highly recommend.

Bottom Line: Family run, good food, pleasant experience, overall decent value…read more First time here. This Greek family-run diner/restaurant is not much to look at from the outside. You could drive right by thinking it was a vacant building except for all the cars in the lot. The notion of vacant building is dispelled immediately upon entry. The place is busy, loud, vibrant with customers clearly enjoying the food and experience. The interior is decorated simply, with muted colors, is well lit, and clean. There are a lot of hard surfaces which makes the ambient noise level fairly high; however, it did not detract from the experience (but just be advised in case you feel this is bothersome). We were greeted warmly and though the place was packed, we were seated quickly. Despite the diner-like vibe, there is no counter, just tables and booths. Our server was prompt, very pleasant, and efficient. The coffee was hot and flavorful. The food: Large portions, well prepared, warm, savory, satisfying. The loaded Cheers omelette, with hash browns and pancakes, was more food than I could enjoy in one sitting so I have leftovers for tomorrow. Prices are in line with more reasonably priced independent eateries. A two-egg, hash browns, pancake combo is $14. This place will be an option in the future.