Terrible customer service waited 15 minutes for my order to get taken, even though there was only two other people inside the restaurant. The owner was there as well and instead of helping customers or taking orders he just sat there like the lazy slob he is with his girlfriend stuffing her face with food looking at us wait. The cook took his sweet time to get to us as if we weren't even there. Worst customer service experience I've ever had. I will NEVER eat here again bad customer service, long wait times even with only two customers in the restaurant and very unfriendly staff. read more

Great food, great prices! Little hole in the wall seems like it's a mainstay in the neighborhood. Not glamorous, but the food is excellent & not expensive. read more

Love the burgers, froes, hash browns, and ham/egg/cheese on toast! I love the quick and efficient service!

One of the best 24-hour diners on the west side. Started going here back in the late 60's, place hasn't changed. Burgers have always been good, one of the few places where you can watch them being cooked. I always see longtime customers sitting at the counter when I stop, great indicator that they serve good food. Recommend giving this place a try if in the area. read more

I came for the atmosphere, but I'll come back for the food. My breakfast - 2 eggs, 2 strips of bacon, and 2 slices of French toast - was cooked perfectly. Seriously, perfectly. Fully cooked egg whites and runny yolks, bacon crispy but not burned, with no rubbery fat globs - far, far better than the over- or under-done breakfasts at chain diners. The service is friendly and quick, and the dining area appears clean. It's a small place, with stools around the counter as the only seating, so it might get slow and crowded at peak mealtimes. But they're open 24 hours, and serve most of the menu all of the time, so just pick a quieter time to visit. I'm already trying to figure out when I can go back. read more

Wow, the new place is Awesome, A true 50's Diner. The service,prices and food is well worth checking out read more

Harlo Grill - A must see and eat - Diners Near Me - Melrose Park, Illinois

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Would love to tell how the food tastes but after 2 different trips there, we have never gotten any. 1st time we went, they had no cook. 2nd time, we waited over 50 min for a burger and a quesadilla. We tried to get the waitress attention to ask to remove our ticket as we were leaving, but were not able to. The place had 3 couples and 2 families at the time. Really wish we could have tried the food at some point. read more

If they had beer I'd give it a 5!!! Perfect burger and fries!!! Small, quiet, inexpensive and really really good. Best burger I've had in awhile. Highly recommended read more

Harlo Grill - Diners Near Me - Melrose Park, Illinois

Would not recommend. Service was friendly, but wait time for food was unreal. Waited about 50 minutes for corned beef hash and eggs and a breakfast burrito and had other customers walking in and getting their food soon after walking in while we had been sitting for a while. Believe it was racially motivated. And could've cooked the same quality of food, maybe even better at home. read more

My partner and I were in the area and googled "diners" Harlo came up. We decided to give it a try. It was super cute inside. They had a huge bar to sit at, and they had some tables as well. It reminded me of a 1950's diner. I loved it. The prices were amazing. I asked the waitress what she recommended and she said many people would order the double cheese burger. My partner and I each ordered double cheese burgers and a side of cheese fries. The burgers were amazing! They are thin patties 1/8 of a lbs. so a double was perfect. It came with grilled onions and pickles. It was great. The French fries are crinkle fries, and they cake with cheese all over them. Everything was so tasty! And for dessert we ordered a strawberry banana milkshake- recommendation of the waitress. This has now become one of our favorite little gems. On the menu they had something about "club harlo" so we had to ask, towards the back there was a an entrance to a bar, they have a pool table, dart board back there as well. I just was in love. Few things to note- it is cash only (they do have an ATM) and the prices are very reasonable, but everything is a la carte, even paying for lettuce or tomato on the burger. Again is not a huge deal since the prices are so reasonable- but I thinks it important to know. I can't wait to go back. read more

Went to the new Harlo. They moved the sign and had wall painting of the old grill on 24th street. Why bother? This place is nothing like the old one. I walked in with my family passed the counter and said hello to the woman there. She just stared at me, did not return the greeting and did not smile. So we sat down at a table by the window. It was filthy. There were crumbs and stains sticky residue all over the table. We saw what looked like a couple servers, but they completely ignored us, even when I called out to them to ask if they had table service. But they would not even turn their heads. They just sat at the counter like they were customers. We sat there for about ten minutes waiting for something, anything to happen but no. Then my husband said maybe we should leave. So we went to Gene and Jude's and ate delicious hot dogs fries and tamales. So goodbye Harlo. Good riddance. read more

Came up to Chicago for a convention and was looking for something good to eat around my hotel near the airport. I usually ask the locals what's good and some people from Target near by said Harlo's was good and it was open 24 hours! I love local places and the diner had that classic burger joint feel. I'm a pescatarian so I couldn't try their burgers but asked them to make a veggie sandwich for me with as many veggies as they could. What came in my to go order was absolutely delicious! Amazing baguettes and the chef added mushrooms, onions, peppers, tomatoes, and eggs which was surprisingly really filling for how cheap everything was. Definitely on the list of places to eat when I come back to Chicago. (sorry I have no pictures, I ate it all before I even thought about it haha) read more

I stopped in harlo on north avenue wedenesdat on my way home from work about 10:15 PM. it was the worse food I've ever had. I ordered eggs over easy, bacon and toast. if I could post a picture of what it looked like and the service was terrible. the eggs were burnt and very oily. how difficult is it to cook eggs?? the hsshbruwns were burnt also and dried out. the bacon wasn't even cooked all the way. they actually put sone oil on top of the bacon to cook it. the guy that was trying to cook gave me my food and I was sitting there with no utensils. Does anyone remember when there a block west of the new location?? What a difference a few years will make over time. The old harlo compared to the new one? Absolutely no contest. read more

Great burgers and fries. Chocolate shake--yummy. Prices are amazing. Service was good. The guys are really hustling in there to get the orders out quickly. Place is old fashioned in a good way. Melrose Parks little gem. read more

The food is great for a dive, I love that they use fresh mushrooms. I used to phone-in my order overnight on the way to work but since reopening, there have new hours. Today was my first visit dine-in visit at the new location. I did love my food (Harlo skillet with chihuahua cheese) but noticed something disturbing while eating... A male that may have been a relative to the owner (mostly stood around talking and took a few orders), was coughing directly into his hand. Later, this same hand (without being washed), was used to take money, serve food (chilling station to plate) and a drink. The gentleman later puts his coat on, zips it (maybe he washed his hands before the coat) and throws frozen food in the fryer. I'm grateful I did not observe this man around my food but it was disgusting. This man seemed pleasant to customers and staff, I understand it is cold season but he needs to wash his hands! read more

THE BOMB! We are fans of TRUE diners and have tried them all over Chicago for over a decade now as well as all over the country on every single roadtrip. Route 66 diners, Texas diners, Mississippi, you name it. But this is one of the best diners EVER, anywhere. Like an old guy dive bar, the true American diner is a work of art and a rare rare bird. But I know the real thing when I see it and this is IT. We drive all the way from Oak Park to get here - it is THAT good. Cheap, fresh, fast, and amaaaaazingly DELICIOUS!!! Try the pancakes with fresh strawberries, try the malted choc shake, try the chili cheese omelet, try the eggs sunny side up with a side of crispy hash browns & an english muffin, try the cheeseburger (omg yes) and you will ONLY THEN see what I mean. I love that there are never any hipsters here or fake ass posers that ruin a brilliant diner like this. Only old Italian guys from the neighborhood :) BEST DINER IN CHICAGOLAND, HANDS DOWN!!! Keep it going Harlo - NEVER CHANGE!!!! read more

I was apprehensive about going to this spot, but my boyfriend and I were craving something similar to an In-n-Out Burger, as we had just gotten back from Vegas. He swore to me that Harlo's had amazing burgers. He was right! I love that their burgers are thin yet filling, and I also love how the food is cooked right in front of you. We hit up this spot late night ALL the time! read more

A true "Chicago Style" Grill! I love that you can get whatever you want at any time. If i feel like having bacon & eggs at 6p.m. or A Double Cheeseburger at 7a.m., They provide it. Their burgers............to die for. It's also open 24/7/365. I have never seen it closed. read more

Harlo is a great place for a burger and fries or breakfast. I've been going there for many years and am never disappointed. Burgers are crisp and flavorful, fries are abundant and crunchy, and all breakfast items are cooked perfectly. Prices are very affordable. I've never had the malt, but hear that they are awesome. Surrounded by all floor to ceiling glass, the diner has a u-shaped seating area. It gets fairly busy at lunch, after work, and late night on weekends. During the day, you'll find nothing but old neighborhood Italians drinking coffee, eating lunch, and talking about stuff...not a bad thing. This is of a dying breed and definitely keeps the old times alive. Stop here and eat whenever you have a chance...it's open 24 hours. read more

Very easy to get to with plenty of parking. Harlo is open 24 hours a day which is extremely convenient, and is definitely a hot spot for post-drinking nights. The staff is extremely fun to talk to, always lively and making jokes. I've tried about half of the menu and have zero complaints about anything on there. My go-to choice would be the cheeseburgers. You sit on bar stools next to the counter and they make everything right there in front of you. The prices are very very cheap but they only accept cash. My only complaint/concern would be the cleanliness of the place, as sometimes it seems a little filthier than an establishment that serves food should be. But overall a very good place to eat at. read more

Can't believe I never reviewed Harlo?! I've been coming here for almost 20 years. Open 24/7, Harlo has seen me at my best and worst. I'm not fond of all the changes the new owners made. Miss the jukebox and the old fries. But the 2 main guys who are usually here cooking are really nice. And they know how to make my grilled cheese very well. And no qualms about my request for my fries to be extra crispy. Just beware of the oddly tiny parking lot tucked between North Ave and a busy alley. read more

I've been wanting to try them since it's been around for a long time I heard great things about the burgers and we got a coupe very surprised on how thin they were no lettuce and tomato just grilled onions they weren't bad but were thinking they would be bigger I wanted to like this place but felt uncomfortable as soon as we walked No signs to say that we can sit or do we order first so I had to ask I saw a sign that it was cash only luckily we had some on us since I normally do not. Prices were good and plenty of room not sure if I will try again read more

As good as it gets for a "Greasy Spoon" There's nothing fancy about this place. You walk in, grab a stool and order. Our waitress was very friendly and the food is very good, considering it is very inexpensive. I got a double cheeseburger, fries and a vanilla shake for less than $7. If you stop by to give them a try, bring cash. They do not take plastic read more

Been going here since I was a kid, my Father went there when he was a kid, my Grandparents used to go when they were teenagers. This place was owned by the same family for the majority of the time it has been opened. It got a new owner a few years back due to the lease not being renewed with the property owner and NOTHING changed. The new owner kept the same food and menu, made the same way as it always has been. He has even added to the menu some awesome breakfast items and cool seasonal shakes. Classic, greasy, GREAT, awesome food. Best after hours late night food when you've been drinking or even the next morning with a hangover. I do not recommend its something you eat daily but when you do eat here- you ll see what i mean. RECOMMENDATIONS: Sausage, egg, & cheese on french bread. Grilled Cheese Hash browns Burger Patty Melt Omelets and Coffee Breakfast, lunch, dinner :) the best grill around. read more

Not too shabby for a little pit stop in Melrose Park. Traditional American food. As greasy and good as it gets. The Double Cheeseburger is the boss! read more

Harlo Grill - This aint no benihanah, because its better! - Diners Near Me - Melrose Park, Illinois

CASH ONLY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! OK now that that is out of the way... this place has the best flat iron burgers... PERIOD!!! the malts are great and the service is always on point.!! time to move on. read more

Nothing like two cheese burgers after a night of drinking. The service is fast, the place is clean, the prices are good, and the food is great. If you live in the area and you have not been there yet you're doing yourself a disservice. read more

Even though the place got remodeled.The food is still the same. Great breakfast. The pattymelt is also one of my favorites.

My favorite greasy spoon near my office. I like to stop for breakfast on my way to work on Fridays, and until the Harlo Grill I had a difficult time finding anything better than Dunkin Donuts. All the standard diner fare is available, including breakfast all day and lunch options. The milkshakes are pretty good as well. I also would recommend the coffee, because it is strong and they give you a to-go cup if you ask nicely. Plenty of parking in front and along the side. Most of the customers seem to know each other, and they are friendly. read more

Food was just ok. Got the meat lovers breakfast burrito. Had to pay extra for cheese which makes no sense. The chorizo was not very good and all together the meat was really salty. The kicker was they don't take cash so I had to go find an atm before I could take my food. On the plus side they are open 24 hours so I will probably eat there again when I'm craving something at 2 in the morning. Otherwise u would probably give it 1 star. Really wasn't anything special. Really you have to pay extra for cheese in a burrito? read more

Their normal burger is good but the Harlo burger is entirely out of this world. Not to mention the prices being super cheap for getting good food. As other reviews have mentioned CASH ONLY! read more

Harlo Grill - The coffee machine - Diners Near Me - Melrose Park, Illinois

Awesome grill and friendly staff, lots of great breakfast classics and some innovative combos. When you think about doing breakfast right, you gotta go with these guys. space is cramped though and sometimes it's hard to get service but it's not on account of the driver's not working hard. read more

This place rocks. Cook is fantastic. Come back for the steak n eggs all the time. Dive that is worth it.

I love this place , such great service !! The food is awesome & fresh all the time. I also love how it's open 24 hrs.

Best place in town for a jalapeno hamburger.I came in for just a hamburger and got quite a bang for my $$$ I recommend this place for anybody who is hungry for some good old-fashioned Ma and PAW cooking. read more

Service is excellent but they need to learn how to season the food here :( they got good deals on food and a nice classic atmosphere

I don't recommend this place, especially during weekend mornings. They drag on cleaning tables. My table waited for coffee and water for about 30 minutes. They forgot a few drinks so we had to remind them. The food is okay but not worth it. Crappy service too. Nobody came by to ask if we wanted more water or coffee, which seems dumb for a diner. I've given this place a try multiple times so it wasn't one occasion. read more

Everyone needs a spot like this. It's one of those sit at the bar counter top places that makes you feel like you're on a road trip or in a Quentin Tarantino movie. Service is fast. This is the kinda spot you frequent when you're craving some good hash browns, breakfast sausage, and eggs. read more

I love this place! I'm not sure how many they have, but the overnight cook is the only cook I fuck with. The guy I've seen during the day is a douche read more

This is one of the last few diners scattered around Chicago. I completely blame them for an extensive weight gain. Back in the day the Ben Moore paint factory was located across the street. I worked there over the summers and Harlos was one of the limited eating options. I thought it would be a good thing to devour nightly two double cheeseburgers. I have had many of the menu items from the chili to multiple breakfast items and have not been disappointed. read more