Fred&#x27;s Diner

Whitney's continues to be that small town diner in downtown Grayslake. Perfect for breakfast and…read morelunch. Today we had the Quesadilla scramble with eggs and steak. Also a Savory Omelet with sausage, bacon, veggies and cheddar. Both were served hot and quickly and were really good and fresh. Our server was really good and always a smile. If you are looking for a very low-key, good food and enjoyable breakfast, you have to try Whitney.

This is the breakfast place to go that is super affordable. Love the old 1980s style restaurant…read more Had the veggie skillet and was very good. Only problem is they need to clean the bathrooms.

One of the seating areas.

BLT Club with Fries.

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Whistle Stop Cafe

4.3(282 reviews)

8.1 mi

Love this place, I recommend it to people all the time. 10 plus years. That being said, $3 for an…read moreextra egg, that's a negative point for Whistle Stop and the owner should reconsider this. I challenge you to explain $3, for one egg... That's a 23% increase..

A little pricey but the service and food is amazing! Even…read morehave a secret Pizza Menu too!! 100/100 stars!

Chicken Philly Sandwich

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Triangle Family Restaurant

3.6(101 reviews)

1.2 mi

Haven't been to Triangle in quite a while and decided to have breakfast there. 5+ stars…read more Service is fantastic. Some of the same gals from years ago, with smiles, attitudes and just great people. Service 5 stars. Food is really fresh, and delicious. We had Popeye omelettes. Full of cheese and spinach with bacon. So good and great portion. Their pancakes are fluffy and really great taste. They got everything right. Orange juice was fresh too. Highly recommend Triangle.

This will be a pretty quick review. I came here after a dentist appointment where I was sedated and…read morehonestly... I don't remember much. I DO remember that I got a waffle with bananas and whipped cream, with a side of sausage patties. And it was good. I definitely cleaned my plate so no complaints I guess. I hadn't been here in years but it might be one of the better diners around.

Side dining area

Greek Omelet and Hash Browns

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Front

Honeybella Pancakes & Cafe

4.6(48 reviews)

8.1 mi

Visited for the first time today! Great spot!!!! They serve breakfast and lunch items - portions…read moreare plentiful and prices are reasonable! Our server was amazing and so attentive! Great menu with lots of choices! We selected an omelette which came with hashbrowns and pancakes and a short stack of pancakes with a side of bacon. Everything was great and I will definitely be back!!

Every time I come to visit family they bring me here and after years it's still amazing. It's just…read moreconstantly good and that matters. I usually get the ground sirloin and eggs and it's always cooked perfectly. Highly recommend this place.

Plenty of seating. They have a parking lot and a couple of outside tables too

Big sausage patties! Twice the size of the ones I find elsewhere.

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Waffle

Roost 83

3.8(66 reviews)

0.4 mi

Seriously best gluten free buffalo chicken wrap I have ever had. The only other place I could order…read morea buffalo chicken wrap is from Foodstuffs in Lake Forest and I have to say this one beats the other. So thankful that the owner was able to accommodate a gluten-free wrap. Thank you so much for making such delicious food!! now I don't have to travel to Lake Forest for one! Happy to always support local! Also I have to say my son loved the meatball sub.

We visited Roost 83 for a school fundraiser. All of your Chicago classics in one place. Roost 83…read moreboasts a huge menu, it might be hard to decide. Staff was incredibly welcoming and kind. It took about 10 minutes from ordering for our food to be ready. Everything was made to order. On the whole, we got exactly what we expected. A generously loaded wrap, fresh, bun-less burger loaded with toppings, and more tater tots than we knew what to do with. The salt and pepper shakers in the table could use a good cleaning, they were grimy. And our table quickly ran out of napkins. But no other complaints.

Kitchen

Buffalo Chicken Salad

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Max’s Pancake House

4.0(30 reviews)

2.0 mi

The food was tasty and service was A1. The ambiance was cute and quaint. The waitress was so…read moreattentive.

Staff is extremely kind and the environment is very cozy, but the food is overpriced and of poor…read morequality.

Try our steak tacos

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Mrs. V's Restaurant

3.2(117 reviews)

2.7 mi

Came here for a late breakfast/brunch. The waiting area was very full, so I assumed a long wait…read more Nope! We were seated quickly with no waiting. I had a ham and cheese omelet. Very thin omelet, served with American fries (which were ice cold...should've said something, but I didn't want to be a bother) and toast. My boyfriend had the chopped steak and eggs. He liked his chopped steak but wasn't too impressed with the sourdough toast. Sourdough must be a fancy word for white bread here. Our server was really nice and came back several times to check on us and refill our coffee. Two meals with coffee came to $45.00. I wouldn't come back here. I get that there aren't really too many sit-down options in Round Lake Beach, but the prices are way to high for average food at best.

Ew! The table tops are sticky and the booths are unclean. The food is not great. The hollandaise…read moresauce on my eggs Benedict had broken and was just nasty. How is this place still in business? Gross

Patty melt with fruit

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Chicken Kiev with rice and corn

Eggspress Cafe

4.1(238 reviews)

3.1 mi

First of all when you walk in, they have seasonal decorations making it fun to look at. The staff…read moreis polite and attentive, Then, the food is so good and a great variety of things to choose. I love their Avocado Toast. They like you to pay in cash, otherwise the charge is extra for CC.

The current Menu with new owners. Food is still good. Service is great. Prices did go up quite a…read morebit though. Egg prices have come down, but they still have a sign that states $1.00 surcharge on any dish with eggs. I ordered a German Pancake, which was about $15 last year, now it's $20!.. it was good, but not at all worth $20. It's a large pancake, slightly different batter. We love supporting small businesses, so we make our rounds in local places. We will come back to try to new items. The menu font is very very small, even my 18 yr old with great vision could barely see the details. I would suggest, please fix that.

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Full Moon Diner

3.5(270 reviews)

8.9 mi

Great food! Reasonable prices and good portion sizes. I left this place feeling full and…read morefulfilled!! As for service, we got asked what we wanted to drink and while some of us were still deciding and some had already stated what we wanted the waitress just walked away without asking if we needed anything more or asking if we needed a second. Then while eating, one of us ran out of our drink and the waitress never came back around and asked if our food was good or if we needed anything. Never once was observant on our drinks needing to be refilled, in fact, because we had gotten water and another drink I had to give the person at my table that ran out of water my own because she never came back to check. Overall, the place and the environment was pretty good, but the service was iffy. Especially for a diner on the side of the highway!!

Great prices and delicious food! The decor on the inside is so cute and really makes you feel like…read moreyou're in an old fashion diner! You get an absolute bang for your buck with the portion sizes! Other than food, service was awesome and our waitress was very sweet and helpful!

Modern dinner vibes

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Dessert cases

Lake Villa Restaurant

4.5(92 reviews)

5.5 mi

Highly recommend! Great family business, always feel welcome and the food is absolutely great!! If…read moreyou're visiting Lake Villa, you should make a stop here!

Great little diner. Friendly staff. The food was great with huge portions. All the reviews on…read morethe cinnamon rolls are true. It's a winner. I went for breakfast so I can't speak to anything else, but for a good filling breakfast this spot can't be beat.

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Tyler M.

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3

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15 years ago

My buddies and I come here at least once a week. It's a small joint and you may wait but the food and staff are worth it. They have specials but I always get the corned beef hash with eggs. Im not a huge hash browns eater, but they make them with or without onions and almost burn them for me. Burnt and smothered in ketchup is the way to go. Freds is run by all women and don't think these are stuck up prissy chicks. They are nice but they love crackin on people. It's pretty fun to watch. They have alot of regulars like me and they know everyones name. Everytime as you walk out of there someone is yellin bye to you. I almost forgot one thing, they dont accept credit cards so hit the ATM or go to PNC across the street for some $$.. read more

James K.

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4

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2 years ago

Don't be fooled, this shithole is cash only , seriously! Get with the times ! The 2 sisters with non funny callous attitudes aren't funny anymore, that's why they're gone , we went , bugs on the wall , dirty dishes cart just behind last table , ughhh , totally disgusting place , Whitney's diner also sucks , smells of dead mice everywhere, happy hunting, go to Garden berry for real breakfast ! read more

Pamela O.

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2

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15 years ago

Best breakfast joint in town!! I have eaten and loved every item on the menu. It's quaint with knick-knacks and a typical diner setting. The wise-cracks from the four seasoned waitresses, always makes my morning better. My husband adores the Spanish omelet and I am partial to the pancakes and the biscuits and gravy. Definitely kid friendly and it's cash only. read more

Sharon G.

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1

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10 years ago

I try to go there frequently. Food is great. Staff is sassy and fun. Never have had a bad meal. Breakfast skillets are my sons favorites. More than ample portions. My favorite is the Patty Melt. Soups are delicious. Reasonably priced ! I love the place and the people. A real hometown feel. read more

Annoyed C.

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17

6 years ago

This is the best place to go because it's not just food but it's a show! The Waitresses are smart alecks and it reminds me of going to Ed Debevic's read more

Sari H.

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10

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10 years ago

Amazing breakfast. Everything we had was delicious. Waitstaff was fantastic too. Will definitely be back.

Renee D.

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2

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6 years ago

The best place in town. Friendly and fun. Coffee is the best. You can't go wrong for breakfast or lunch.

V G.

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3

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9 years ago

Best little diner in town. Food is always delicious and service is excellent, great prices! Bring cash

Richard E.

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3

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5 years ago

One of the best places in Lake County. A true hidden gem. Biscuits and gravy are the absolute best.

Carl J.

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8

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6 years ago

Great local spot, had breakfast before they had closed down again, very clean and freshly made.

N W.

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8

1

3 years ago

We have been going to Fred for over 20 years. Food is always great , service is fast . read more

Derek W.

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3

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6 years ago

Favorite place for breakfast. Ladies are hilarious there. The omelette are to die for!

Brittany D.

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5

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6 years ago

Love the staff! Food is always delicious and on point!!! Food comes up quickly and hot

J N.

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27

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12 years ago

Good food and prices. It's like going back in time. I enjoy going there.

Andy M.

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6

8

10 years ago

Great old school feel to this diner. I love going here for breakfast.

patricia a.

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2

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4 years ago

Amazing place to eat in very good prices

Steve O.

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11

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16 years ago

It's bisquit and gravy time. The best!!

Matthew J.

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9

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14 years ago

Awesome. Fun. Inexpensive. Delicious.

Rufus V.

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6

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11 years ago

Best biscuits and gravy in the area!

Jeremy R.

415

2

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9 years ago

:) good stuff food was amazing read more

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Great food! Reasonable prices and good portion sizes. I left this place feeling full and…read morefulfilled!! As for service, we got asked what we wanted to drink and while some of us were still deciding and some had already stated what we wanted the waitress just walked away without asking if we needed anything more or asking if we needed a second. Then while eating, one of us ran out of our drink and the waitress never came back around and asked if our food was good or if we needed anything. Never once was observant on our drinks needing to be refilled, in fact, because we had gotten water and another drink I had to give the person at my table that ran out of water my own because she never came back to check. Overall, the place and the environment was pretty good, but the service was iffy. Especially for a diner on the side of the highway!!

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Haven't been to Triangle in quite a while and decided to have breakfast there. 5+ stars…read more Service is fantastic. Some of the same gals from years ago, with smiles, attitudes and just great people. Service 5 stars. Food is really fresh, and delicious. We had Popeye omelettes. Full of cheese and spinach with bacon. So good and great portion. Their pancakes are fluffy and really great taste. They got everything right. Orange juice was fresh too. Highly recommend Triangle.

This will be a pretty quick review. I came here after a dentist appointment where I was sedated and…read morehonestly... I don't remember much. I DO remember that I got a waffle with bananas and whipped cream, with a side of sausage patties. And it was good. I definitely cleaned my plate so no complaints I guess. I hadn't been here in years but it might be one of the better diners around.

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Staff is extremely kind and the environment is very cozy, but the food is overpriced and of poor…read morequality.

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