Lola's is the Greatest!! What a special place for breakfast in Park Ridge....the food is outstanding with a wonderful American Traditional feeling in a attractive 1950's Old School setting along with a U shaped dining counter...Kelly and Katrina cannot be nicer, friendlier, and most professional with the all around service top notch in a immaculate restaurant. read more

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Simple & speedy, a solid and well-run breakfast diner. We visited on 8:30am on a Sunday, which has to be about the busiest time of the week for a breakfast spot. The wait staff were zipping around to the tables and the breakfast bar, the kitchen was buzzing with activity. It was less than 10 minutes after ordering that breakfast arrived for our party of four. We had simple breakfast dishes -- eggs, toast, pancakes, and the like. Everything seemed fresh. Interesting decor, too. This is a place to go to when you want traditional breakfast fare, served quickly. Nothing fancy about it, and sometimes that's just the right thing. read more

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WARNING to all customers that dine here it's under new ownership and Edgar, the new guy, will not accept any Gift Cards you have. My friend gave me $100.00 GC thinking they were helping them out during Covid times but NO POSTING on windows was given that under New Owernship and use by a certain date and Edgar will NOT accept 100.00 Card. Or any Gift cards !!! Now garbage!!! Please give cash gifts not gift cards!!!! You work hard for your money and unfortunately some owners don't care!! read more

Very cute 50's style diner inside. Clean fun atmosphere. Staff is attentive and friendly. Nice variety of options on the menu. Good food!

Attention. Attention. Lola's Diner is awesome and has gluten-free pancakes, which are delicious. Our server heard us refuse the toast, which was supposed to come with our order, and she said, "If you can't eat gluten, we have an option for you!" We were delighted with everything that came to the table, and so happy to find a place for a quick, sit-down breakfast on our way to O'hare. Thanks Lola's! Well done! read more

I was going to another breakfast place in the area on New Year's Day and when I got there to my surprise it was closed.....10:30 am and I'm really really dying of hunger since I'm a Breakfast person all the way; in desperation I got on Yelp asking for breakfast places around that were open and it took to this wonderful diner less than 10 minutes away from where I was and OMG what a pleasant and wonderful surprise! The decor is truly fitting of an 1950s diner, the waitress was super helpful, and the food was to die for; I didn't know what to order I was so hungry and ended up ordering the corned beef hash with hash browns and 2 eggs but they gave me 3 instead! The food was delicious and the portion huge I took half home; I will for sure go back again and I don't live close by I'm a o it 40 minutes away but It is soooo worth it! read more

We ate lunch at Lola's Diner for the first time today. If you like diners, you will love this place. The parking lot was pretty full, but we managed to find a spot in back. The restaurant was busy, and seemed to have a lot of regulars, because they greeted each other as they came in and left. The restaurant is bright and clean, and we loved the glass cases that displayed various antique items. The staff was relaxed and friendly. The menu was large, and seemed to offer every type of breakfast and lunch item from omelets and crepes to gyros, sandwiches, and paninis--also salads. We ordered a gyros, a breaded pork sandwich, and a veggie panini. There was a choice of soup, fries, or chips with our orders, and some items came with a pleasant tasting creamy coleslaw with a pickle. The gyros was a "make-it-yourself" item. We received the sliced meat, pita, veggies, and a bowl of sauce which we assembled by ourselves at the table. The gyro was milder tasting than it's recipient was used to, but still good. The veggie panini consisted of lots of nicely grilled veggies, mostly green peppers, onions, and some asparagus, with some cheese, on large-sized lightly toasted buttered white bread (We took half home). The veggies were cooked, but still had a a nice bite to them. The crinkle fries were unseasoned, but there was a full complement of seasonings on every table. The breaded pork was also satisfactory. We enjoyed all of our orders, and would go back again for that type of comfort food. read more

We attempted to eat breakfast here this morning. We asked the hostess if we could sit outside as there were plenty of open tables. She said we could seat ourselves wherever we like. After 10 minutes, no one came to take our order. I went back inside snd asked if someone could serve us and she said yes, however after 5 more minutes of waiting, no one came outside. I won't be visiting this restaurant again! read more

First time here and thanks to Yelp! we found it today - this Park Ridge hidden gem! Throwback decor to the 1950s, and really good tasting food for a VERY reasonable price! We enjoyed the surprisingly size bowl of Stuffed Green Pepper Soup, Patty Melt, Olive and Cheddar Burger, fries, cole slaw, and a soda . . . $19.25 for two people! The breakfast pics on Yelp! look amazing and while they do serve breakfast all day, we will be back soon to give it a try! Friendly, attentive service. Clean. read more

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Ate here once and will never go back... Food was eh. I ordered the eggs benedict and you could tell the hollandaise was straight from a jar. Disgusting and thick and salty. Waitress was a mess. Did not bring us any utensils. Asked her twice. And had to ask multiple times from syrup for our side of pancakes. I will take my money to Sugar Bowl in Des Plaines as I usually do. read more

Solid diner. With clean and recently refreshed decor, this is not a dingy roadside "greasy spoon" by any means. Service is up and down, fast and slow, mostly fine but sometimes inattentive. The food comes out quickly, but is always fresh and hot, so clearly made to order. One thing that really bothers me is that the coffee server comes around every few minutes (seriously, back off--there is only a half-inch of space at the top of the cups), but our water glasses go unattended through the entire meal. During one recent visit, my cup was empty for almost the entire time, and I didn't even get a refill after asking for it. I asked again, saying "we" both times to indicate the whole table, but only one glass was delivered. It's summer, it's hot, and people are thirsty. Even in any weather this is such a basic element of restaurant service. And both times I had to ask the coffee girl instead of our waitress, who rushed past the table several times but never stopped to check in after the food was dropped off. So anyway, thank goodness that the food is delicious. The vegetarian omelet is chock-full of vegetables. The Denver omelet is chock-full of vegetables and ham--real ham too. The italian skillet is really good, but the sausage is NOT italian; this made me very sad. The pancakes are fluffy and delightful, plain, wholegrain, and chocolate chip. I love a place that offers pancakes as a starch side to savory dishes. Portions are generous--big omelettes and the stack of pancakes numbers five. I always have enough leftovers for a second meal. Lola's is really a 3.5 (get the water straight and I would go to 4) but I have to round up because the food is reliable and this has become our go-to breakfast spot after living nearby for only a couple of months. read more

Service: not fast, not friendly, not accurate. Ordered a deluxe sandwich with a side salad requested for the waitress to omit fries or soup or anything else. Took 20 mins for sandwich to come out with a pickle and small side of coleslaw, no salad. No apology when I told the waitress to "cancel" the salad since my food already arrived. Ordered a tea, never offered a refill on hot water. Waitress was no nonsense which is perfectly acceptable when you get the order right. Food was ok but I'd be lying if I said I wasn't upset at the fact that I paid for a deluxe and received a basic sandwich. Also, there was a broken tooth pic in my sandwich. Which is a hazard. Just very disappointed. Came in expecting a 4 star experience and that isn't even close to what occurred. read more

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Take a trip back in time to the 1950's as you step into this Diner. Great atmosphere. Clean. Good food. I'm all about the breakfast and this does not disappoint. Good service, friendly staff. I'm a fan. I loved that they let us sit and chat and we didn't feel rushed out. read more

50s diner kitschy cute! Black and white checkerboard tiles and teal seating! It was just about full. We got a booth. I customized a veg. nest, at no extra charge. My friend ordered a veg. omelette (good) and coffee (ok). My order got messed up and they immediately took care of it and made me another one. Our waitress and cleaning staff came around asking how everything was many times! Good food & service...will be back for more of that! read more

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I have come to love this little gem of a place in a big way!! The food is awesome with lots of variety, the place is extremely CLEAN!! and there is even an old fashion counter for you to sit at! Love it! The Lola's Swedish Pancakes with Lingonberry's are outstanding! The stuffed French Toast, stuffed with bananas & berries and granola for crunch, is another great choice! Great breakfast specials during the week, and the price is very reasonable! read more

We were very impressed with Lola's from the start. Their prices are fantastic and the place is clean and very kitchy. We happened upon Lola's after getting caught in a snowstorm after shopping for carpet in the area. I had the blt and chicken dumpling soup. This was definitely an above average blt. There was plenty of bacon without it being overwhelming and the lettuce and tomato were both perfect. My wife ordered the turkey sandwich which she loved, and one of my kids ordered a kid's breakfast meal (which was huge) while the other got potato pancakes, which was a massive order. Like I mentioned earlier, prices are great. The night before we were at Walker Bros in Highland Park where I spent double what I did at Lola's. Bottom line is that everyone was very happy with their meal and before we left my kids talked about wanting to come back. Looking forward to it! read more

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The wife and I came back for dinner this time and the restaurant was clean & tidy as usual. Service was great and on point. I saw prime rib was a special and ordered that knowing it would be a decent meal and the wife had half a chick meal. All came w soup or salad and choice of starch. Soup was corn chowder w chick broth base and was delish not like the wallpaper glue at Omega on Golf Rd while the wife had a salad which was cold, crisp and asst cucumber & tomatoes not just a head of lettuce that some do. The beef was similar to pot roast in flavor and texture which was good, I have teeth. the wife's dinner was appetizing as well. Both dinners s/h been hot and were warm to luke-warm even the fries were warm. Lola is doing the best they can keeping the food fresh and tasty. They have a talented staff. Coffee is good and plentiful. read more

Lola's Diner is a fun brunch spot. I love the teal chairs, the checkered floors and the retro table top. It's a great place to go if you want a casual dining experience. Portion sizes here are very generous. For instance, if you were to order the omelette, you'd definitely get a big one (think something like 3-4 eggs used) and they are generous with the ingredients. The meal also comes with potatoes and pancakes (other sides available if you request them). The serving ladies are very prompt with the coffee.The minute you sit down, you'd get a pour and they are constantly checking back to make sure your cup is full. This is a great neighborhood gem and you should definitely take your out-of-town visiting friends and relatives here on any morning! read more

This place reopened as Lola's Diner, had flounder stuffed with crab. Quite tasty, good service. On second visit, had the gyro platter, generous portions and very good service. read more

Lola's Diner - Tasty gyro platter, comes with Greek salad, fries and pita - Diners Near Me - Park Ridge, Illinois

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Super cute restaurant. Co-workers like to come here often and sometimes i order over the phone and get carry out. They have nice weekly lunch specials that come with soup, entree, side and soft drink for $6.65. I love me some BLT's! The waitresses are sweet and its usually packed when i come to pick up my order so it must be a neighborhood favorite for sure. I know as long as im working down the street ill always have Lola's to save me on the days i dont pack my lunch. read more

I LOVED the decor here. It was a blast from the past. Really felt like I was in the 1950s. I came here for breakfast/brunch and the service was quick, affordable and friendly. I swear, they must have refilled my bottomless coffee like 5-6 times even though it never got below half a cup. The hubby and I split "the Nest" which as they describe on the menu is "A layer of shredded hash browns wrapped around scrambled eggs with cheese and onions. Your choice of bacon, ham or sausage". We ended up splitting this between the two of us and it was more than enough. We still had leftovers by the end of our meal! We also ordered a side of pancakes and fruit. I was impressed by the fruit side dish (blueberries, blackberries, cantaloupe, honey dew, pineapples, the whole shebang). I was expecting it to come out on a small bowl but it actually came out on a full plate! Nice diner in the area. I'd recommend. read more

Yum, yum, YUM!! First time back in years. We used to live down the street from here and loved it then. Love it still now. Great retro feel. The bright blue turquoise building, seats and booths scream the '50's. Nifty diner decor. Terrific food. I loved that my item was called a Nest! That was just a MUST to order for the name alone. Hash browns wrapped around eggs and cheese. Onions for those that like them. Then you get to pick bacon, ham or sausage. To put INTO it. It is not on the side like the menu led me to believe. lol I woulda put ham in if I'd known. My daughter and sister got it that way. So yummy. Bacon did well in it though. My nephew got a sandwich and said it was fantastic. His fries were delicious and hot and meaty. (Thick crinkle cut with potato heft for those that don't understand meaty potatoes. ) My ain't got the crepès and said they were delicious with wonderful crispy edges. Real chocolate milk. Not just syrup added to regular milk. Friendly, attentive wait-staff. And the bathroom smelled like the doll Strawberry Shortcake for those of you that were kids in the '90's. Can't wait to visit my hometown and come back again. read more

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As far as diners go, this little hole-in-the-wall is doing everything right. - Friendly waitresses - Cheap eats - Large portions - Very clean - Accepts phone orders and carryout (if you're short on time, this may be your best option. They get busy during lunch and dinner rush periods) - Vegetarian and low-carb friendly (veggie burgers, wraps, and stuffed portabellas; bunless burgers for the latter) Busse Highway is pretty quiet and desolate, so it's nice to have some action where other businesses have failed. If you live in the neighborhood, find yourself at the Dee Road Metra station, or need something to do while your car is being worked on at Skylark Garage, this is a great way to kill some time and fill your tummy with simple, tasty diner fare. read more

This little restaurant tucked along the tracks was an excellent find. Very friendly staff and excellent food. Don't pass this place up give it a try. read more

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Had breakfast for the first time since Chickies closed at this restaurant. It was a very pleasant experience. I had the Skirt Steak Skillet, which was delicious. Two of my friends had the Swedish Pancakes and they raved about them. Overall the food was really good, and the service excellent. I did not give this place five stars because I have been there only once. If they demonstrate consistently that their service is good I will up the rating. I will definitely return there for another visit. read more

I love Lola's! After driving past Lola's for years my boyfriend and I finally made a point to stop and check it out! Such a cute atmosphere, reminds me of a 50's diner. The staff is so nice and friendly! We have eaten breakfast lunch and dinner and have pleased each time! The omlets are fantastic, also have great soup! Definetely recommend this diner to anyone! Family friendly as well! read more

Wow! This place is a find. Not only is the food good and plentiful, our waiter was Mr Hustle. He works so hard. Please make sure tip well!!

New owners, need I say more? Use to be our favorite place for breakfast and lunch, but new owners have changed quality, fired the waitstaff that knew how to take orders quickly and communicate with the cooks. Sorry, but will not return. read more

Just tried the breakfast for the first time...,,WOW it is outstanding this now my go to for breakfast. I can't wait to try the lunch. I highly recommend the American skillet. YUMMY! read more

Was here on a busy Saturday morning. Good food, large portions, reasonably priced, and our waitress was attentive. No complaints.

Sad to see new owner is failing, was always a great place. Ordered take out, was told 20 minutes allowed 25, got there and no one could find my order, then after it was found no one seemed to care I was waiting another 25 minutes, never an apology, nothing. food has always been good but now got home and had stale buns on burgers after all that. Good news is the manager/owner didn't seem to care at all that he lost a customer. Spread the word! Looks like MANY bad reviews for this guy on here!! read more

Delightful diner. Food is pretty delicious, comes out quickly. Expansive menu and friendly staff. Portions are more times than not fairly large. I can't think of one negative experience I've had here. Limited parking in the back part of the lot. Fair prices. Serves breakfast all day long. It's a must for the area. read more

I've gotta say, I really like Lola's for breakfast. They have an excellent selection of hearty and delicious things to choose from. Many varieties of pancakes, waffles, omelets, skillets. If you can't find something you like, you don't like breakfast. Of particular note was an apple pancake they had on special once that is worth fighting for. Portions are good, prices are OK, service is friendly but it gets busy on the weekends so you sometimes have to be patient. The atmosphere is kitschy 1950s-ish diner - surprise, surprise. Go. Have a good time. Leave with a full belly. read more

Delicious!!! We have never had a bad meal here. The waitresses aren't the friendliest but the skillets, pancakes and even their toast is fantastic. Coffee is constantly flowing. read more

Very cool diner, yummy food. Both breakfast and lunch, good soup too. Ample amounts too. Good friendly service. Lots of parking and out door seating too. read more

Very good food and service. Portions are generous . My husband and I enjoy coming for Sunday breakfast!

We were in the area and decided to stop here for breakfast. So glad we did. One - i love the decor. Two - I loved the food. It's diner food but a notch above...I had an egg, ham and cheese biscuit and it was so filling and good. Husbo had biz and gravy and it was really good as well. The next time we're in Park Ridge around bfast, i'll go here. read more

Fun little 50's diner a little off the beaten path for me. Service was prompt and the food is good. Definitely stop by again when I'm in the area. read more

This place is FANTASTIC!!! Went on New Years (1/1/19) and had a fantastic breakfast with my girlfriend. The place is spotless and the waitress was very attentive. The food was out fast and hot and you can't beat the prices. I live in the city but would gladly make it out to the burbs for breakfast here again. I recommend the skirt steak and eggs. read more

We love coming here for lunch. They have the best lunch specials at the best price ever. You get soup, entree and the drink for a great price of about $8. You can't beat this deal. Cute place too. The bright blue and white decor is great. Good location. I wish I had a place like this in my neighborhood that we can walk to for breakfast, lunch or dinner. read more

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