This place is a gem. The food is truly quality home cooked dishes with significant portion sizes…read more The prices are reasonable and the service was great! Highly recommended stop.

Picked a breakfast spot after our workout at the Y and we were greeted and seated quickly. Nice big…read moremenu with a number of skillets all well priced. I ordered the Popeye's Skillet and Hubby the Irish Skillet. They were beautiful and the taste lived up to the presentation. So delicious, fresh, and generous. We feel an exceptional value when we have enough for doggy bag to feed us (forget the dog!) the next day too, particularly when it tastes as good as the day set in front of us. The dining area is clean, pleasant atmosphere, the service good without being overwhelming.

I came in for breakfast and left wishing I hadn't. The food was honestly hard to get through cold,…read morepoorly cooked, and lacking any real flavor. For a breakfast spot, that's a big miss. The staff made it worse. Service was rude, unorganized, and it felt like we were an inconvenience just for being there. No greeting, no check-ins, no urgency at all. On top of that, the restaurant itself was dirty. Tables weren't wiped down, floors looked neglected, and overall it just didn't feel clean or welcoming, which makes you question what's going on behind the scenes. There are way too many good breakfast places out there to waste your time here. I won't be back.

I had high expectations based on reading some of the reviews, but was disappointed in a few…read morethings...the food, the service, and how LOUD it is inside this place. I ordered the Brisket Hash and Eggs - it also comes with either toast or pancakes - I chose the pancakes, which actually was the best choice and best food I had. The coffee is also pretty good. Bold and HOT. The Brisket Hash is served in a smaller cast-iron dish on your plate. It's super dry. I think it's mixed with some hashbrowns and onions and some spices. But it was way too dry and didn't taste like smoked brisket, so if you were hoping for that taste of brisket, this isn't the right choice. It also comes with eggs and I had them over easy, other than still a little runny and not cooked through, they were okay. The pancakes were the best though. Super soft, comes with butter (on the side) plus syrup and a small tiny cup of applesauce (tasty). They had good flavor and was perfect. Someone at our table also ordered the Biscuit and Gravy. It's a super large flaky biscuit (way too dry) and some dark sausage gravy that tasted more like flour than sausage gravy. It was definitely thick, but the flavor was off. We did not finish it. Others at our table got just eggs, bacon and toast. Something you can make at home anyway, so it's hard to mess it up honestly. And one other person ordered the greek salad. The dressing comes ON the salad already, and it felt like they could have served some extra on the side. Just wasn't enough. Plus the salad was served on a plate, not in a bowl, so salad and toppings fell off onto the table. Not the prettiest presentation. In fact, the theme of this place is - everything is served on a separate dish, so good luck finding space on your table. Plus I feel the prices are way higher than they should be for the portion size and quality of food. The other issue here is that this place is LOUD. Someone in our group uses hearing aids and they had to turn them down because it was way too loud. we could hardly have a normal conversation and there were just five of us at a long table. The chairs are another issue I feel. As you scoot in and away from the table, it feels like the legs are going to break from underneath you at any point. They are wobbly, and very uncomfortable. So, in closing, I wanted to LOVE this place, but it's just an overpriced brunch location with a large two-sided menu of bland food with the loudest rooms imaginable.

We have eaten here several times and it has always been a pleasure. We meet with a…read moreRather large group and they have been very accommodating to seat us together. Breakfast is really good and the club sandwich for lunch is the best I have ever had. Others said the smash burger is excellent also and the prices are very reasonable. I do recommend Maple and Bacon!

Great breakfast spot! We both enjoyed our meals, the biscuits and gravy were so good, amazing fresh…read morehomemade biscuits!

The breakfast taco alone would be worth making the hour trip from my house, and it was the least…read moreremarkable thing I had here. Normally, "the best x in my life" is a rare experience. And yet I had the best chilaquiles, the best biscuits and gravy and the best breakfast taco of my life here all in the same sitting. Everything I had was an intentional and successful refinement of a North American classic. Best brunch ever. The owner was working. He's charming, interesting and very intentional about his cuisine. It shows in both the product and his discussion of it, which he offers freely. The other staff were also very attentive, wonderfully friendly and extremely helpful. The space is exactly what I'd expect given the food and people in it: charming, eclectic and comfortable. They also have regular live music. I haven't been back for that yet. Given how outstanding everything else I've experienced here was, I'm sure it will be top notch. Absolutely come here. You'll be back, too.

A group of 15 bicyclists from Evanston Bike Club stopped by without reservations and we were…read moregreeted politely and enthusiastically. The owner Raymondo and staff treated us exceptionally well..,, we were so satisfied and fortunate to have serendipitously found this establishment! The food selection, preparation, taste and service was outstanding . I especially enjoyed the gravy and corn bread-biscuit item. Yumm. Lovely, spacious ambience. Spotlessly clean all around! Lovely flooring- and the ladies room had a beautiful fireplace. Really! I'd go back with a "sprint" in a moment. (In regular non-bike vernacular meaning "I'd go back in a heartbeat!")

Our visit was for an early Mother's Day dinner I chose the steak sandwich.. I had plans on ordering…read moresomething else, however, when I saw and smelled someone else's order being served, I quickly changed my mind I'm so glad I did it was delicious just perfect!! My hubby ordered a chicken sandwich that was just as good.. All of our food was very tasty and we really enjoyed it. Portions are generous so hopefully you're very hungry or be prepared to bring plenty home. I was only able to eat half of my food and brought the other half home and my sandwich seemed better the next day which isn't always the case when you bring things home!! I recommend giving this place a try. I don't think you'll be disappointed. We had a very pleasant experience the food and service were fabulous

Stumbled in on a whim and immediately felt like we had been missing out on something. Romantic…read moremodern gothic is the only way I can describe it. Dark beadboard walls, copper ceiling tiles, round orb lighting, and upstairs a cavernous space with soaring ceilings anchored by a stunning skylight. It is genuinely one of the most beautiful dining rooms in the area. Date night approved. One gripe before we get to the good stuff: if you have pages and pages of creative cocktails and an extensive wine list, your two mocktail options deserve the same love. We don't drink and the options were fine but very sour and clearly an afterthought. Do better for the sober and sober curious crowd. Now the food. The burrata was creamy, rich, and gorgeous sitting in olive oil topped with chimichurri and grilled bread. Needed more balsamic to bring the acid balance home, but honestly still one of the better burratas I've had locally. The stuffed pork with gouda, chimichurri, and saffron potato wedges was a genuinely smart plate. The saffron wedges were a surprise standout, bringing a clean earthiness that cut through the richness beautifully. A touch heavy on the gouda and the whole dish woke up considerably with a little extra salt, but the bones of it are excellent. The churrasco hanger steak told the same story. Well cooked, flavorful, chimichurri doing its job. The curly fries were the one shrug of the night. Not bad, just boring next to everything else on offer. Mike our server closed the deal by steering us toward the caramel skillet cookie and honestly, bless him for it. Warm, salty, sweet, rich, topped with cold vanilla ice cream and whipped cream. It is everything a skillet cookie should be and we scraped the pan. We are already planning the return visit and bringing friends. Barrel & Vine is an unexpected dining experience that Plainfield is lucky to have.

I love going to this little spot, early morning, when I am in town! They give me plenty of well…read morecooked food, thank you!

Went in for a Table of 1 (just myself) at 2:15pm and the host said the kitchen closes at 2:30pm and…read moreit would be too late to order which I understood, but when I was going back to my car I seen another party of 2 walk in and the host sat them down without question. I called right after I seen this and a different person on the phone answered & said I could still come in no issue as long as it's before 2:30pm. I told them what happened and they said the hostess did not know what I was talking about (trying to play it off) and claimed they only told me the business hours, not that I couldn't come in. Why would I lie about this? & if that was the case then why didn't she stop me from leaving? If I wanted the hours I would've called or looked on Google. But no, as I was going up the stairs the host had came to talk to me in the front entrance part of the restaurant before I could even enter the main door. Shame, I liked going here and as a table of 1 I would be pretty quick, about 30-40 mins in and out. Not sure why they didn't want to seat me vs the other group, and I probably wouldn't like to know the answer either. I typically tip more than half the price of my meal since the bill isn't much for one person, but I will take my money elsewhere then. For the owner, the host was the one on 04/12/2026 working at the time I stated above. They were a young female, with glasses, and medium cut hair. Not sure of their name.

If food was an art pallete . Food so pretty you almost don't want to eat it. I had brunch here with…read moremy mom. The food was TOP NOTCH! They give you so much to enjoy. Its a perfect atmosphere for a first date, brunch with mom or just catching up with friends. The waitress was friendly and very attentive. The menu items are ala carte. I do wish they provided a typical breakfast combo. Aside from that I have no complaints. I can't wait to eat here again.

Beautiful space, nice and cozy. Love all of the unique decor; hanging plants in the ceiling. Custom…read morecoffee roasters, beautiful bar area and friendly staff happy to serve. My best friend and I were first timers. We both chose the french toast and shared the ham. She even admitted that she enjoyed her choice more than this other restaurant. It was certainly delicious. We will definitely return to try something different. By the way, the drinks are pretty special too.

I'm very conflicted about my meal here. The hostess/manager was borderline apathetic about me…read morebeing there. My waitress was friendly and on point always. My little table was a wobbly trial. I spilled my coffee just by adjusting my position. Also my coffee cup had that large starburst crack in the bottom of it. Do they know that the glaze protects people from harmful substances in the ceramic leaching into the coffee? The coffee was very rich and tasty though. My wait time and my food were great. It was well plated as well. So the kitchen staff did a good job. Even the hash browns were how I like them. I was just so turned off by other issues that it was hard to enjoy the food. What a frustrating experience! Based on the service staff I would give them another try but based on maintenance and upkeep issues and management attitudes probably not! I cannot recommend this establishment, unfortunately. I am hesitant to return myself.

Giving this a 3/5 only because it felt very mediocre. We didnt wait long for a Sunday 10:30/11am…read moretime which was great. Hostess didnt really greet us with a smile, however. Our table was dirty/sticky/crumby when we sat down, the busser wiped only a portion of the table when he should have wiped the entire table clean. We saw ants near the window & on the floor. Waitress was kind, but didn't offer up much (ask us if we wanted coffee, other drinks, etc). Water glass was dirty at the bottom. Food came out hot, but chicken (chicken sandwich) was undercooked on the thicker end of the breast. We did mention this and they did comp us which was nice. This place is family-friendly however there is no changing table for babies/those in diapers. Food was fine, place was fine, but probably won't be back.

Cute simple diner. You can see the chefs preparing and cooking the food. We had pretty simple…read morebreakfasts. French toast and an omelette. Both were delicious. A lot appears to be home made here including the ketchup, jam and sausage. I'm assuming the hashbrowns were too. They were finely shredded and so good. They had some fun specials. We will be back if we are back in the area. Our waitress was very friendly too!

I had steak dinner for 2 the night before..Bill was $56 and was pretty good..breakfast next morning…read moreof French toast and eggs for 2 was $55! Absolutely a bend over an screw u experience, and y is a toaster unaffordable to restaurants.Toast does NOT mean just 1 side gets toasted, who the he'll doesn't have grape jelly or jam!! Stay away people, its a cheap ass breakfast, no better than any other but outrageously priced like its downtown Chicago! Wasn't bad tasting at all,but normal and regular, but the ridiculous pricing is absolutely a joke for a breakfast a 1/3 of the price for same shit

I visit NW Indiana often, and when I do I love eating at Toast and Jam. The food is great, but the…read moreservice I receive there is even better. I always ask for Brianna because she is so courteous and attentive. She never lets drinks run out and checks back often to make sure you have everything you need. Brianna has the most beautiful smile that instantly makes you feel welcome. Enjoy the food at Toast and Jam, but ask for Brianna for the overall best experience! Jeannee

Great place Great food we love the service every time we go the food is great and everyone is…read morefriendly