I wasn't very impressed with either the food or the service during this visit, everything felt…read morepretty mediocre. I ordered the pancake breakfast with scrambled eggs, sausage, and grits. There were eight other people in my party who ordered more complex dishes, and they all received their meals before I did. I ended up waiting about 30 minutes just to get my pancakes, and then another 30 minutes before the rest of my food came out. The restaurant wasn't busy and there seemed to be plenty of staff, so I'm not sure what caused the delay. Our server was quite inattentive throughout the experience. However, I do want to give credit to a young man who stepped in to help, his effort didn't go unnoticed and was appreciated. This wasn't my first time here, and I've heard great things about this place, which makes the experience even more disappointing. I'm unsure if I'll return, but I'm open to the possibility that this may have just been an off day. On a positive note, the restaurant was clean and it's a nice space for gatherings.

Food was really good! Not overpowering with seasonings. Catfish and chicken tenders were the best!…read moreStaff is amazing.. very polite and attentive. J mosas were fire!! I had 2 flights. The place is nice overall. Not that big but big enough to not feel crowded. It's clean, normal level of noise. It screams family and good vibes! I'll definitely be back to hangout with the family

Our food was made to order! Came out piping hot and…read more It was well seasoned chicken and waffles. Chicken was crispy and seasoned and SMALL like real chicken wings are suppose to be. The waffle was a moss. Flavor was good, texture, kind hard instead of soft and crispy. Overall, this place doesn't disappoint. Not many options on this side so for sure worth a sit down. They had a movie playing in the background which was fun to watch and eat.

Came in for a quick bite before a wedding and was pleasantly surprised! Like always...my go to is…read morechicken and waffles but I didn't know how big or little the chicken wings are (I like little) so I opted for chicken tenders. The waffles with the powder sugar was out of this world! If you're ever in Gary give this place a shot. ***right after this photo I dropped a slice of waffle!!! NOOOOOO!!!****

Less than average…read more -veggies are crunchy water, not fresh cut -powdered gravy no seasoning -old grody menus that are in disrepair, and dirty -dust everywhere -dirty walls -the restaurant's limited opening hours should reflect in appearance, cleanliness, and freshly prepped food

Walked in to be greeted by the nice host (possibly owner)-- he seriously makes you feel like family…read moreand you're instantly in a good mood and happy with you're choice to come here! Our waitress was so fast, along with the overall food prep and service. We were in and out in no time. Blueberry pancakes were very good, I got the fresh but they also offer a syrupy kind of blueberry. I also got sausage links which were okay. My husband said his bathroom needed some help, but mine was okay. The overall ambiance was very unique, doesn't give diner vibes but the food was diner through and through. Would come back for a quick breakfast!

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.

Cafe Stelios in Merrillville on Broadway was an awesome experience. It feels family owned, and that…read morewarmth really comes through the second you walk in. The atmosphere was comfortable and inviting, and I loved that they took the time to decorate so nicely for the holiday. The inside was done really well and made the whole place feel even more welcoming. The service was undeniably great. The girl handling the coffee told me "my pleasure" when I asked for a half cup on my refill, which stuck with me because it was such a small but genuine touch. Our waitress was also very easygoing and pleasant, and she made the meal that much better. The coffee was spectacular, and the food was outstanding. The waffle was absolutely magical. Everything about this visit made me want to come back, and I already can't wait to try lunch next time. Definitely a spot worth checking out.

OMG!!! this was so good doing a road trip through and didn't want greasy food and this was…read moredefinitely a good stop only slightly out of the way but well worth it. The menu was easy to understand (with quite a few pictures ;) with fast service barley had to wait. The ambiance was sleek nice hometown feels not too overwhelming. Definitely get the pancakes everything is good but the pancakes were sooo good.

I accidentally posted this under my old profile but Tiny's Coffee Bar is so good it deserves to be…read morereviewed twice! My bridal shower at Tiny's. It was suggest by a friend but I had never been. The experience was wonderful! The entire staff was attentive to our party and there were other large parties there. I had the salmon salad and 2 espresso martinis, both were delicious. The food was so good we all sampled each others' - apple French toast, chicken biscuit with cheese grits, fries and the grilled PB&J. I should have ordered one of those to go. The coffee bar is quite large on the inside with two sides and a nice size bar. Matt, the owner, communicated with my friends to make sure everything para perfect for the shower. We got to meet his mom who was lovely as well. Tiny's is clearly a gathering spot for the community. It's worth the trip to Gary.

Stopped on our way through town, their website says they're open late but we were told kitchen…read morecloses at 9, we got there just in time! Very cute place, and the waitress was very attentive and gave us recommendations, came back often to check on us and refill our drinks. Lots of drink options, including cocktails, wine, beer, cider. I got a grapefruit radler which I don't see too often. Several yummy looking things in the menu, and vegetarian and gluten free options. I went with the recommendation of vegetarian fried rice, topped with a fried egg. My friend got the chips and guac and pork belly side. We both liked the food quite a bit! A great find! Lots of people were there, and there was live music which was a bit loud, but definitely recommend this spot.

I have visited this Iron Skillet a few times. With each visit, I hone my seat selection. I almost…read morelucked out today when Lawrence saw me sitting patiently and came over with a menu. Unfortunately, a waitress who had previously waited on me scooped in. So why the two stars? The aforementioned, unnamed waitress walks past paper litter on the floor, fails to clean food scraps from the floor, leaves used plates and utensils on tables. But always grabs the tips! A previous visit produced dirty utensils on my table, before I had even ordered. I brought it to the attention of my waitress and she quickly replaced them. So far, not one of my visits has yielded clean utensils. I *always* have to wipe the dishwasher film off of each knife, fork and spoon. Today, at the salad bar, there were 4 dirty plates off to the side, and the first one I grabbed from the clean plate stack joined the other 4. Finally, the floor was sticky. Like, you could hear your shoes as you lifted them for each step. Today, I bought the dinner buffet. The lettuce leaves were huge, cole slaw and potato salad had tongs for service. The hot side of the buffet is ok, just ok. The salad side is nothing-to-write-home-about. The bright spot today was watching Lawrence taking care of his diners. His professionalism shined through, and when he wasn't busy waiting on tables, he cleaned the floors in his area and tended to his tables, preparing them for his next dining customers. You can bet that I will sit in his area the next chance I get. I wish the salad bar was as good here as the Country Pride restaurant in the Travel Centers of America at exit 22 along I-94 in Porter, IN. Their salad bar is something to look forward to.

Overall, it was an acceptable experience. We arrived for a late lunch, and the establishment was…read morequiet, with only one gentleman awaiting a take-out order. We followed the instruction to seat ourselves. There was a brief wait before we were attended to, and a slightly longer delay before our presence was acknowledged. The initial service was a little slow, but it improved considerably after we placed our order. Our food was served quite promptly. I selected the fried shrimp and fish, both of which were enjoyable. However, I found the coleslaw to be not to my liking. The roll was rather small and did not seem fresh. The highlight of the meal was undoubtedly the coffee, which tasted fresh and had a pleasant, smooth flavor. We were not offered dessert. A busser later cleared our plates and provided us with a take-out container.

Don't listen to any negative reviews. This is diner food the way it should be. The portions are…read moremassive and good till the last bite. The waiters keep the coffee full and take care of business. Even the bathroom was clean. I got the farmhouse frittata with a side of pancakes, and I might pass on eating for the rest of the week. It's Monday btw...

We came here on a Sunday for brunch and there was no wait. Overall, it is exactly what you would…read moreexpect from a big chain-like diner. All the food we had was good and satisfied our all our breakfast cravings. The pancakes were excellent - fluffy and light. I was surprised I ate so much of it. I also ate a lot the chicken fried steak skillet, though the gravy was a little bland. I'd rather it be bland than too salty. There was nothing especially standout, but no complaints -- the portions were generous, prices were reasonable, and the no-frills service got the job done. I'd come back if I were in the area looking for a solid sit-down breakfast!