Absolutely loved our breakfast here! My husband and I sat on the patio overlooking the river, and…read morethe view alone made it worth the visit! So peaceful, beautiful, and the perfect start to our morning! What truly made the experience exceptional was our server, Jenn. She was incredible from start to finish!! She was warm, attentive, and genuinely thoughtful. She made great recommendations, checked on us at all the right times, and went above and beyond in ways you don't see often. My husband is picky about biscuits and gravy, and Jenn kindly brought him a sample of the gravy first to make sure he'd like it...such a small gesture to some people, but truly made it special for my husband. She even sent us off with coffee to go, which we really appreciated!! The food was just as impressive. I had the traditional breakfast. Everything was cooked perfectly, the potatoes were nice and crispy, Jenn recommended the ham, which was so flavorful and perfectly charred, so good!!! My husband ended up loving his biscuits and gravy! Between the amazing service, delicious food, and relaxing riverfront setting, this was easily one of our favorite breakfast experiences. Jenn truly made it memorable, and we'll definitely be asking for her every time we come back. Can't wait to return!!

What a charming cafe in the middle of a charming Downtown area!…read more It was freezing the morning we went in, but I was wanting breakfast - specifically pancakes. I had this place in the bookmarks and figured now was the best time to visit. Parking can be an issues in Downtown St. Charles since it is limited to street parking or public parking a few blocks away. We found parking right in front of FPC, mainly because it was a cold, Monday morning. We were greeted immediately, and inside was much smaller than I expected. We got seated right away though, and a good chance to really review the menu. I got a house coffee (delicious), and my husband got a Purple Haze Lemonade. We ended up getting a kid's pancake with bacon and scrambled eggs, Short Rib Breakfast Stack, and a Bomb Burrito. The pancake for my 2 year old was MASSIVE so it was a good day for him lol. The short rib stack was yummy - hash browns with runny eggs and meat on top. The burrito was also pretty good. Our breakfast entrees came with a side order of potatoes and while it was good, it got saltier over time so I might not get that next time. They advertise beignets, so we might go for that next time and try out their lunch menu!

I was playing hooky this day and wanted to try someplace new…read more I love books. And the way the shelves full of novels are used to break up the space? Loved it! I went with the chorizo Benedict, and added avocado. Absolutely excellent. Though I prefer my chorizo crispier, I'm just thrilled to find it on a menu. My server recommended a couple of beverages and I really enjoyed them. Fabulous location. Interesting menu. Neat decor. I'll definitely be making a return visit.

Super cute space, kind of rustic with bookshelves and books placed throughout. They have a big bar…read moreand offer a small room for a group. Our server was great, she was friendly and efficient. They have some unique offerings, and I have been eyeing the chicken and waffles online. Shared that and Avocado Toast with no Feta one of my daughters in attendance. Had a bite of my other daughter's chorizo biscuits and gravy. I liked the pearl sugar waffle and the chicken tender, I was glad to have gotten the sauce on the side, it was too sweet for me. It was also on the Avocado toast but I loved the fresh greans on that as well as the poached egg, it was yummy. Nice space, good food, friendly service

Nice food and atmosphere is good too. I love the breakfast food more than anything. The staff are…read moregreat too.

Never disappoints and always a real treat! Service is…read moreprompt and fast per usual! The new location is larger and spacious

Still a five star experience. Despite it being around 8 am on a Sunday morning when I visited most…read morerecently, I went for my usual BLT and added crinkle cut fries this time, for a small up-charge. I beat the breakfast rush, as it wasn't too busy yet, and didn't wait too long for my order. It's been a minute since I've been in, but it's comforting to know some things never change. Two of the long time servers I favor are still there: Morgan and Casey. The woman who waited on me today has been there since it opened - over two decades ago. Talk about longevity! It's always nice to go where everybody knows your... order!

Been waiting to visit Allin's Diner in St. Charles and had a great experience. Stopped by on a…read moreSunday morning and waited a few minutes for a table. A very popular place with locals and seating is limited. Our series quick to get our drink order while we reviewed the menu. Allin's has all the traditional diner food you'd expect to find and prices are very reasonable. Food was quick and very good, service was also great. Great time and will be back.

We went for the first and were very impressed. Nice covered patio with overhead fans made it lovely…read moreto eat outside! We were greeted by everyone and it had a very friendly, neighborhood feel to the place. Our food came out quickly, hot and was a large portion! Their bacon and sausage were both exceptional! We will be back!

I was met with a very cheerful welcome. The coffee was fresh and good. The food came out quickly…read moreand was very good as well. The waiting staff has been very present making sure that my coffee stays fresh and that I am taken care of. I love the atmosphere and how the waiting staff interacts casually with everyone in here. I would not hesitate to come back here if I come back to this area. Important note- they only accept cash, check, and Venmo

Wonderful service for a busy morning! Jessie was our server and was quick and attentive for a…read morepacked place. Food was delicious as always. Little warm in there, but today had to be one of the most warm and humid days yet! My daughter got the chocolate chip pancake (fan fav of hers lol), husband got the meat omelette, Grandma got farmhouse hash and devoured and I got the elevated egg sandwich! All delicious! Love first watch and will be back!

I've been to this location twice, now. First time I came here it was a bit of a strange visit. Came…read moreon a weekday so it wasn't busy, tons of empty seating with maybe four other parties in the restaurant. I felt as if we were kind of rushed when it came to eating, got the bill handed to us within two minutes of us getting our food, lol. No big deal, just have never had that happen before. I got the eggs Benedict and unfortunately I was not a fan of the hollandaise sauce. Salad was fine. Second time we came it was a wonderful visit! Came on a busy weekend morning and was still met with super friendly service, we loved our server and she was so kind. Sat on the patio, note to self: maybe try to sit inside during the summer time. Patio gets hot and humid FAST. This time I got the pesto chicken power bowl- LOVED it. I tried the donut holes which were phenomenal, too. We also got the biscuits, my mom loved them- they were a little dry for my taste. Still a great experience, however. Don't know what was wrong the first time but I'm glad I gave it a second chance.

I love Picasso's! It's such a cozy coffee shop. There is usually a line, but it's definitely worth…read morethe wait. When I come here, I usually park in one of the nearby parking lots. I have never tried their food (will need to come back!), but I usually get a coffee to go. I like the Van Gogh's Milky Way drink. I like it iced; it's a great flavor combination of mocha and coffee. I've always had exceptional service with the staff always friendly.

People clearly love this place. At 8 AM on a Sunday morning, there was already a pretty good crowd…read more I've been doing meetups at local coffee shops for the past several weeks, and sometimes it's kind of a ghost town, even if the food and coffee is good. I'd suggest that people were there to visit downtown St. Charles, or whatever it's called, which has a certain old-timey charm to it, but everything else was closed--presumably until later in the day, but who knows. That fentanyl is a menace. Parking could be a pain, if it's not the wee hours of the morning on a weekend, and you're not ambulatory enough to walk from a block or two over, and yet you're going to get essentially the equivalent of a milkshake and a donut. Inside is rustic, inviting and larger than you'd think, with an upstairs area that I didn't bother to explore, due to lack of curiosity. We had a larger group and ended up pushing a few smaller tables together, plus a few chairs we borrowed from other tables. No one seemed to mind. The key is not to ask first. That mentality will take you far in both the world of finance and dating. I'm kind of over ordering food from coffee shops, where they're obviously just throwing something in the microwave and charging you $10 for it, but I needed something to eat. I'd just gone for a run. Their burrito looked like the textbook definition of cultural appropriation, but it also looked like it might not be half bad. I had their equivalent of an Egg McMuffin, called Ron's Breakfast Sandwich, or something to that effect. When I hear the name Ron, I of course think of Sasso from Carlito's Way, but that probably says more about me than anything else. I'm assuming he didn't have anything to do with this. Essentially, this was a store-bought English muffin, a surprisingly generous and delicious helping of cheddar cheese, a few slices of seemingly prepackaged black forest ham and a fried egg. It was fine for what it was. Could the egg have been salted, could the muffin have been buttered and could the ham been an actual slice of Canadian bacon, or even better, American bacon? Sure, but I went into this with low expectations. The cheddar was melty and delicious, and weirdly abundant, but processed American cheese would have been more fitting for this kind of sandwich. You'd think a guy named Ron wouldn't object to processed foods. The caramel frappe I had was amazing. I got it with whole milk and whipped cream. I didn't bother to check and see if they charge you extra for whipped cream, which is the kind of crap some of these places have been known to pull. I got the 16 oz instead of the 20 oz, but it was probably still enough to take a day off the end of my life (when I don't need it as much anyway fwiw). Sometimes, when a food item tastes good enough, you can just tell it's not good for you, and that was the case with this drink. It was decidedly rich. I'm never in this part of town, and if I were, it would be at night, natch, but if things ever get to the point where they're clearly trending in that direction, I might start stopping by on the reg and getting that caramel frappe just to speed along the process of my demise.

We had top notch service from Christian this morning! We…read moretypically visit Prasinos at least twice a month for Sunday brunch. The last two times we have one problem that keeps occuring. Food is coming out of the kitchen luke warm at best. We haven't complained yet, but this should not be the norm. If it is we'll have to Sunday brunch elsewhere. That'd be a shame because I love their Eggs Benedict better than anywhere else. Please get plates to table when the food is still piping hot. Thank you!

The chicken wings were great.Although a little too much seasoning. I also had the steak sandwich…read moreand it was very tender. Put the steakhead, no seasoning on it. Our waitress was very nice. They do have private rooms, but they are very small.

We drove in from a long trip. Kayla E (hope it's right from the receipt) was our server tonight and…read morewas astronomical. She went so far beyond my expectations for this small diner. I've been to many Black Bears' previously and this is my favorite one. She was so warm, kind, attentive and surprisingly accurate on every detail to our meals. She is definitely an all star and worth every minute you get to talk to her. I'd recommend this place and her to anyone who needs a good meal and happy company. Way to go Black Bear. I look forward for many future meals.

In our recent visit service was excellent -- attentive and friendly…read more Beyond that and the quasi-lodge feel of Black Bear, I don't find anything distinctive about the chain. That is not criticism. It's just to say that you can find similar expansive breakfast/lunch/dinner menus in other places -- like Denny's -- as well as independent diners. We two typically split a meal, but the Grizzz breakfast combo was still more than we could finish, allowing others in our party to graze on the leftovers. The combo included two each of sausage links, bacon strips, and pancakes; plus three eggs (cooked to choice), and a potato option (fries or hash browns). A good value for the price, the meal would easily feed two adults and a small child or two.

Great food & service. They have huge terrific omelettes…read more Love the 'boozy' shakes, they are so yummy.

I had mixed feelings about my visit. The coffee was honestly the biggest disappointment it tasted…read morelike the beans had been roasted far too long, leaving it with a burnt flavor that made it hard to drink. The food, however, was much better. I ordered the "Mommy, Where Does Bacon Come From?" sandwich, and it was delicious. The pretzel bun was soft and fresh, and the sandwich had great flavor overall. I also tried the fried steak, which was cooked well and tasted great. The service was okay, but it was pretty slow. The ambiance was fine the walls are covered in writing, which is clearly part of the restaurant's design and gives it a unique character. Overall, the food was the highlight of the experience. If they improved the coffee and sped up the service, I'd be much more likely to come back.