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    Whistle Stop Cafe

    3.9 (87 reviews)
    InexpensiveCafes
    Closed 5:00 am - 8:00 pm

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    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for groups
    Good for kids

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    Shelly K.

    We stopped here for lunch and I fell in love with the ambiance! At first glance, the exterior of the building looks like it needs improvements and Id consider this a diamond in the rough. The staff was incredibly kind and helpful. They made us feel at home rather than a patron. The decor is train stop theme and a perfect spot to eat for train lovers. I ordered the half sandwich and soup. Lets talk about the soup of the day...macaroni and cheese soup (yes sounds gross but...it was EXCELLENT!!!) And my half sandwich was a Monte Cristo and it was cooked to perfection! I would definitely recommend this place and plan on returning in the near future! Update: Came back for breakfast on 9/30/2023. Ordered 1/2 biscuit n gravy w egg off the senior menu and a Ham n Cheese omelette. It was very good...homemade tasting!

    Neat old antique car to ride.
    Maggie H.

    This small town breakfast and lunch spot is exactly as you're picturing it right now. Wood panel walls. Every seat taken by people of all ages. A model train (sadly not running) above you. Friendly people. Bathroom was clean. Fun antique car for kids to ride. A couple or slot machines. Pizza was mozzarella with roasted red peppers. Dough was not overly flavorful. Sicilian sauce (meat-free). Thanks for making that for me for breakfast! My companions are breakfast people and had the breakfast buffet. They said it was fine/good/standard, but I guess they didn't rave about anything in particular. Please run your model train!

    This is an extra dining area in the back for overflow crowds.

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    Food was great - we had an omelet and skillet. The atmosphere was relaxed and the server was so nice! Definitely will be back!

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    1 year ago

    Stop by for lunch a great mom and pop returns. Very diverse menu full of great food perfect pricing and impeccable service

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    The food and service is excellent. The restaurant is always busy so you know the food, etc. has to be excellent.

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    The food is delicious with fair portions. Menu is priced well! Service is friendly and quick.

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    They have pretty good food here, nice waitresses

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    4 years ago

    Good food, not so go service. Litttle dirty, for the most part good. Recommend it if you are going for breakfast bar.

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    Best breakfast place in my neighborhood I go often definitely stop in and give it a try..friendly atmosphere

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    Random stop on my way to Midway Airport. Awesome breakfast and mimosas were available! Great little diner with great service!

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    Great food, wait time and staff. They are not stingy with their serving's.Wonderful place to take your family.

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    The Cup and the Scone

    The Cup and the Scone

    (41 reviews)

    The Knight and The Bible…read more On a drive up to Chicago to catch a vacation flight, we stopped at The Cup and The Scone to get us caffeinated for the rest of the drive. We got there about 30 minutes before close and the barista was super nice as we ordered our drinks. Emily got a caramel latte and I got the.. you guessed it... an iced americano. We also grabbed a blueberry-lemon, cranberry-orange, and birthday cake scone. While we stood there as the barista was making our drinks, we chatted her up a bit and we were able to get a few free stickers from her. She said they don't use them all too much and was happy to give us two each. Once we got our drinks, we took off to the upper part of the coffeehouse and promised we wouldn't be too long since they were closing soon. Before we headed upstairs, I took some photos with the suit of armor that is by the counter. When we got upstairs, I was surprised to see another suit of armor, so I took a photo with that one, too. The Cup and The Scone specializes in a lot of gluten-free products and a small bit of religion. I don't know if their entire menu is gluten-free but as someone who's mom is gluten sensitive (and I will probably be at some point), the care about GI issues is great. As for the religious stuff, if you don't see the occasion bible strewn about the place, you'd honestly never know. But, their website seems to support helping people and I think that also is super great as this world is getting rough and scary. Any who, Emily and I really enjoyed our drinks. The americano hit all the right notes and Emily was delighted with her latte. We were split on the scones. I really liked the birthday cake while she really liked the cranberry-orange while we both thought the blueberry-lemon was just alright. We held true to our promise and dipped out before 2pm and hit the road. If I find myself in Pontiac for some reason in the future, The Cup and The Scone will definitely be my spot to get some americanos.

    I was initially drawn to this spot by the big knight in shining armor that I saw on Yelp (I'm a big…read morechess fan) and then pleasantly surprised at how cool this place is. The decor really makes this spot, with lots of fun themed signs throughout the restaurant. This definitely gives it a different and more fun vibe than the average coffee house and the upstairs loft is cozy to hangout in as well. The coffee flavors and preparation are quite good here -- flavorful, and made with high quality ingredients. I also enjoyed the mini scones, with a nice texture that was soft but a little more firm than a muffin. Overall, definitely worth a visit if you're in Pontiac. Great vibe and delicious food.

    Beyond Borders Cafe

    Beyond Borders Cafe

    (11 reviews)

    This was a cherished experience!!!…read more Welcome to the neighborhood!! This establishment has been up and running for 4 months, and will be opening up 2 more locations. If you are into a cozy, I am home-like, close neighborhood esthetic coffee shop..THIS IS IT!! Amazing, Amazing, amazing! From the comfy couches and chairs. The warm lights and its rustic fixtures, to the selection of eats and sips, this spot has something for everyone! Every space, every corner has personality. It truly felt like I was visiting a great aunt in her stunning home living space. I was WELCOME HERE! A coffee lovers delight. A tea drinkers pleasure. And even for the lemonade drinker, there are choices to fit your pallet. There was so much to choose from. I selected a drink from their special January menu. It was called "Snowday". This sip had espresso, white chocolate, coconut, and cheesecake cold foam! It was perfect for a chilly day as today. I tried to sip as slow as I could to savor it all, but my mug was empty sooner than I anticipated. I followed up with a regular drip coffee (those have free refills). I was with company, and they ordered a decaffeinated coffee with oatmeal, and a cappuccino. The reports were that "the sips were good". There was another order of a Italian Berry Refresher. This drink scored high on the yum card as well. We sat for hours in a wonderful space, where I met wonderful people. Those in whom I spoke with report that are happy this establishment is in the neighborhood! No love lost to Starbucks and Dunkin, they have their place in the world. But, if I can be biased with my review and encourage all to stop in to this lovely spot-scurry and hurry. Lol Fun fact: Friday nights, there is a 21 and up situation that gathers in the back of this space. Live music, adult sips are available, and good times are reported. Wow! I made a mental note to check this scene out after hours on Fridays. Live music? Sign. Me. Up! Big thanks to Marion and Saaniya (I Hope I got the spelling right). These 2 dolls were working behind the bar/register making the magic happen. So kind. Friendly, and attentive! Marion answered all my questions and was very insightful and helpful! This place has depth. This place has a voice. This place has a story, this place softly speaks "come inside, there is so much to share and enjoy.." If you stop in, notice the paintings on the wall. An artist that lives upstairs painted them, and they are for sale. How cool huh? This place is a gem inside a gem, inside a gem. And to think, I literally woke up, googled "coffee places near me" and this place landed in my lap! You don't have to believe me, go get you some!

    I've been hoping for the last few years that the HF area would get a local coffee shop that was…read morenice to hang out in. So happy to see beyond borders open! They are in a great location right near the train in downtown Flossmoor and they have lots of comfy seating. The staff are super friendly and seem to have good relationships with the regulars who stop in. They are really attentive and make a great latte. The holiday specials that are on right now are also worth a try! I just heard that the cafe has live jazz on Friday and Saturday night! They offer wine and other drinks later in the day so I'm looking forward to returning to see them operate in the evening.

    Whistle Stop Cafe - cafes - Updated May 2026

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