Lake St Cafe
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Customers' Favorites
Veggie Egg White Omelette with a Side of Fruit
Skirt Steak and Eggs with Homemade Hashbrowns
Savory Mushroom Spinach & Cheese Crepes
Shirt Steak Omelette with Potatoes
Veggie Omlette with Potatoes
Country Fried Steak and Eggs
Homemade Corned Beef Benedict
Strawberry Banana Crepes
Corned Beef Hash Skillet
Nutella Biscoff Crepes
Lake St Cafe Reviews
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This used to be our absolute favorite spot. My friends and I would come here several times a week, and we loved the familiar faces on the staff. Sadly, things have drastically changed for the worse.
We noticed the staff began turning over constantly, and after speaking with some of the remaining employees, we found out why: the owner is reportedly keeping 40% of the servers' tips. Under Illinois law, tips belong entirely to the staff, and an owner taking a cut is entirely...read full review
We noticed the staff began turning over constantly, and after speaking with some of the remaining employees, we found out why: the owner is reportedly keeping 40% of the servers' tips. Under Illinois law, tips belong entirely to the staff, and an owner taking a cut is entirely...read full review
Excellent food and great service quickly made this a go to family breakfast joint.
Never had a bad meal here. Everyone leaves happy. Lovvvvvve the stuffed French toast, the Nutella biscoff crepes, and the potatoes!!!!
Hours
| Monday | 7AM - 2:30PM |
| Tuesday | 7AM - 2:30PM |
| Wednesday | 7AM - 2:30PM |
| Thursday | 7AM - 2:30PM |
| Friday | 7AM - 2:30PM |
| Saturday | 7AM - 2:30PM |
| Sunday | 7AM - 2:30PM |
Lake St Cafe is a charming spot for breakfast or brunch. The ambiance is pleasant, with friendly staff, including servers like MiMi, who provide excellent service. The menu offers a variety of options, including popular dishes like the Mexican skillet, Brioche Stuffed French toast, and savory crepes with mushroom and spinach. The food is consistently delicious, with dishes like the skirt steak omelette and Denver omelette receiving high praise. Visitors often comment on the large portions, fresh ingredients, and the cozy, welcoming vibe of the space. The interior has been nicely redone, making the atmosphere light and airy. Customers have praised the quick, attentive service, especially during busy mornings, with staff going above and beyond to accommodate large parties. Overall, Lake St Cafe remains a great choice for breakfast or brunch, offering a relaxing environment, tasty dishes, and friendly service that keeps guests coming back.