Yannis Cafe

Very nostalgic. Food was good. Excellent tuna salad. Pancakes too! Friendly staff and prompt…read moreservice. Clean and organized establishment.

Have been coming to Mayberry junctions for many years. New owners had were the place. Women cash…read moreregister was rude service bad had to jump down waiter for more never ask how meal was. Multiple people bang around front by register. Maybe right is nothing like it was. They have lost a long time customer

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Anthony's Family Restaurant And Pub

3.0(46 reviews)

0.1 mi

Family friendly pizza place with a crispy crust and good soups!…read more They have a lot more toppings than most places. Try the Pineapple (great for kids) or the spinach, garlic and onion combo. They also had coloring books for the kids. Sunday and (I believe) Wednesday are buy one pizza, get one 1/2 off. It can get crowded those nights, so be patient.

My husband and I went to Copeland's, which is attached to Anthony's-same owner…read more We were not greeted. We eventually got waited on. The food was decent but the atmosphere was terrible. Felt so out of place. Watched as everyone else was greeted, spoken to and had friendly good-byes. We received none of the above. Definitely would not go back.

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Copeland’s Bar & Grill

2.4(8 reviews)

0.1 mi

Took one hour to get food on the table, never got the starters, only one server…read more Food was cold

Located where Anthony's was. A nice addition to downtown Manteno. Casual atmosphere with plenty of…read moreseats available. Great for groups. Bar seating or Walk into the back, past the sodas for a more quiet atmosphere away from the bar. Service was great and drinks were kept full. The fried pickle spears with ranch were delicious! As my main entree I got the smoked chicken nachos which were great. Great for families or dates.

Smoked chicken nachos

Outdoor seating

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Outside at nighttime.

Lili's Hot Dogs

2.3(8 reviews)

0.2 mi

I liked It there! The hot dogs were great. I asked them to split and char them up a bit which they…read morewere happy to do. The fries were hot and crisp. a nice little space to eat to get things to go. Friendly staff and family feel!

Mediocre at that. Place will probably make it seein not many people know what good food is. The…read moreburger was just filling at best. Burger had little flavor. Lacked toppings and the bun was dry. One think I can't stand is when places use the same tomatoes on burgers and hotdogs. I ordered a burger give me a whole slice!! Can't recommend the burger to anyone but your dog maybe. The hotdog was just, ok. Was Chicago style and didn't have neon relish or a poppyseed bun. Like I said it was filling and that's about it. Maybe the owner should actually take a trip to Chicago one day and try some real hotdog joints and see how real food taste and is made. This was a waste of money. Now the inside. Was the AC broke because it was cooler outside and it was 88 outside. Wanted to sit down to eat but didn't want to sweat while I ate. They had some weird house music or something playing in the back with the bass pumping. Was very annoying so I'm glad I didn't eat in. Get the AC checked and turn that stupid music off!! Try elsewhere. Waste of money in my book. Won't be back for awhile if ever.

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1/2 burger. Barely any flavor and almost no lettuce, tomato, and onion on it. Very plain.

Maria's Kitchen

4.1(24 reviews)

0.2 mi

Great food, very friendly staff, and orders are prepared very fast. I got the steak torta it was…read morevery good! Dining room and kitchen looked very clean!

Lets please not pretend this a restaurant, and instead, a microwave factory…read more NOTHING they serve is authentic, or decent, or good. Its all just crammed into some microwave. Please dont be disappointed as I was. They had some kid in their kitchen who had zero interest in his supposed 'job'. VERY VERY lack lustre food and please avoid at all 'costs', yes, they over charge and under deliver. Just sayin. No thanks.

Seating

Hot tamales, steak tacos, Hamburger and hotdog

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Steak torta and squirt

Wendy's

2.0(32 reviews)

0.8 mi

On a road trip so this was a quick drive thru stop.?Food prep was better than a lot of other…read moreWendy's restaurants in the drive thru. Chicken sandwich was tasty but very much a processed breaded piece of chicken which was not as appealing as former sandwich meat but ok. Lettuce mostly fell off so could have used additional mayo to make it stick. Chili is a fav of my husband but too greasy for me. Ring of grease on inside of the lid which is often seen. Dave's lemonade was the highlight of the order. Will get that every time!

Went here last week and ordered a Dave's single meal with a frosty. Burger was far from cooked…read morefresh, had a half cup of ketchup and mayo on it, and had obviously been under the heat lamp for six hours. Sent me home with a fork for my frosty, and the lady in the drive up was less than friendly. What happened to friendly workers and the quality? Used to love Wendy's

Chili

1 burger, cut in half, charged for 2 burgers

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KanSai Japanese Steakhouse

3.2(100 reviews)

5.4 mi

I was asked if I had an allergy I said yes to mushrooms this fake ass chef almost killed me with…read morecross contamination of vegetables im over this that was horrible experience and it was something I never experienced at all next time I'll stick to what I kno and go to Chi-Tung or Wu-House.

Food is great and the chefs put on a performance! Service is great and ambiance is nice.read more

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Dickey's Barbecue Pit

1.6(14 reviews)

3.6 mi

Food was terrible! Loaded baked potato was cold, hard and not edible. Brisket was more like…read morejerky...tough and chewy. BBQ beans spilled all over inside the carry out bag. what a waste of $60!! This was first (and last) time I Will eat from here. Horrible experience!

Good-the ribs were fall off the bone good. The Cole slaw…read morehad very good flavor and seemed fresh Bad-they don't know the difference between a half rack and full rack of ribs. They gave me half rack and told me it was a full rack. The baked beans were just warm pork and beans. Ok for a gas station restaurant

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White Castle

2.6(40 reviews)

5.5 mi

Terrible service. Our order was ready and it just sat there for 5 minutes. We had to ask for it!…read moreNot impressed at all!!!

The guys here were nice and polite then the food was nice and fresh. I ordered 2 chicken w/cheese…read morethat totally hit the spot. I'll return.

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Uplifted Bistro Downtown

3.7(10 reviews)

0.1 mi

Loved the atmosphere at Uplifted Bistro in downtown Manteno! However, the service felt a bit…read moreindifferent and wasn't particularly welcoming. I ordered the brown sugar milk tea, which was alright, but it was already a bit watery from melted ice right when I received it. Not terrible, but nothing I'd specifically recommend.

Update: This place has really gone downhill and it's so sad... We loved going to the original…read morelocation in Bradley! We tried it when it first came to Manteno, and the food and service were exceptional--but there were several intrusive children disrupting our experience. Over two years later, we decide to give it another chance... As soon as we walked in, the A/C must have been out so it was HORRIBLY hot and uncomfortable. The air smelled like spoiled food, a staff member behind the counter was coughing and complaining which is not how you conduct yourself among paying customers... Sadly, we didn't even bother ordering as our appetite was completely spoiled. I really hope some changes are made because it truly used to be a favorite spot. Please if the owner sees this, you must turn this around ASAP.

Interior

Greek Salad

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Brad S.

1800

1 year ago

Yamini's is a beloved local spot where breakfast is both huge in portion and rich in flavor, making it a favorite for early risers and brunch lovers. Known for its generous plates--fluffy pancakes, perfectly cooked eggs, hearty omelets, and crispy bacon--Tannins delivers quality comfort food that leaves you satisfied. Despite the big portions, the prices remain refreshingly affordable, making it an unbeatable value for families and groups. The friendly service and cozy, welcoming atmosphere create the perfect start to any day. At Tannins, breakfast isn't just a meal--it's an experience of great taste, great size, and great price. read more

Dave S.

8 years ago

Definitely a great place to visit. Whether you are a regular or just passing through town you won't be disappointed! Breakfast and lunch is phenomenal. Definitely recommend the South of the Border Skillet if you are hungry! Biscuits and gravy and country fried steak along with any soup is definitely highly recommended. But what really sets them apart is the friendly staff that always makes you feel at home read more

Elizabeth I.

7 years ago

The best wait staff ever! The owner is super nice as well. Anything you want at Yannis, you can get. The salads are big and filling. I always look forward to soup or breakfast items. The omelettes and skillets are my favorites - the Yannis/Greek one in particular. I also like the warm chicken sandwich that has mozzarella cheese and grilled veggies. I forget the name. The pancakes are delicious too. read more

Mary G.

3 years ago

We love Yannis. We drove from Bourbonnais a several times a month The food and service is great. Helen and Mr Yanni are the best. They never forget a face and their waitresses and staff are great. We just sold our house and moved to Manteno excited because we could go to Yanni's even more. Love , love love read more

David E.

6 years ago

Disgusting. Horrible attitude. Check the health violations. Take your chances here... or go ANYWHERE ELSE!!!! Horrible awefull and mean and icky. I wish I could think of more negative words... dishonest as well. read more

Greg F.

8 years ago

Was told this was the best place to eat in town so I tried it. Friendly, good food, good prices - several unusual menu items plus a board of specials. I'd drive quite a bit out of my way to stop and eat here. read more

Stephanie B.

7 years ago

Always a great place for breakfast and the owners make you feel so welcome and treat your kids like their own! Love this place!

Tom B.

5 years ago

Yannis is the best breakfast joint in the area. Food has always been great and the servers are polite and welcoming.

Kris B.

10 years ago

Great prices. Great food. Use to live above here and would walk down for breakfast often. Never disappointed

Joseph B.

3 years ago

Love the food and the service. Great spot for pick up orders if your on the run! Try the skillets!

Dayne M.

5 years ago

Food is always hot and freshly prepared. Have never left hungry or tried anything I didn't like!!

Suliviëne M.

8 months ago

La mejor la recomiendo La cominda muy bueno me gustó es la única Servicio muy bien amable read more

Autumn N.

3 years ago

Food and service are great!! They get you in and out!! Small town family joint! Love!

Lisa S.

5 years ago

The food is always excellent and the servers are the best.

Jay M.

8 years ago

Love my small town Café. Great Service, Great Food.

Anne V.

10 years ago

Love this place! Always great food!

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