50 Best American Restaurants near Blue Island

“I really wanted to love this place because I truly appreciate supporting a family owned business, and the atmosphere had that welcoming, hometown feel. The service was friendly, and you can tell this restaurant means a lot to the people who run it. Unfortunately, the food did not match the experience. Parts of the meal were overcooked and burnt (steak and pork chops), while other items (like the pancakes) were a tad undercooked. It seemed more like an issue with kitchen execution than the quality of ingredients.

I would absolutely come back if the cooking consistency improved, because this business has great potential and the kind of charm you want to support. Hoping they can make some adjustments in the kitchen this could easily be a local favorite with the right chef.“

“DeMars for lunch today, Reuben Platter so good! Is this Blue Island location the last DeMars standing? Love the old school diner experience and town of Blue Island so fabulous.“

“Very clean bar. Italian beef sandwich and Sicilian pizza was delicious. Bar staff seems to be very friendly. There is quite a lack of parking at this facility. There was only three people in the bar. Went on a Monday before 4th of July 2024.

I did hear they have karaoke on the weekend so hopefully I'll be able to check that out very soon.

If you have an opportunity I would definitely check out Cuzin's.“

“Waitress Wednesday was very attentive. KUDOS to her. Food was delicious. Lot to chose from on the MENU.“

“Great drinks, great food, great atmosphere!“

“I ordered the avocado chicken curry with rice! It was absolutely delicious. Very flavourful. Just perfect. My friend got the avocado mac and cheese. I tasted it and loved that too. The portions are large and we brought some home. We got the avocado cheesecake cup for desert and wow! Yummy yummy yummy. They have a kids menu too! I will be a regular customer in the future. You have to try this place!“

“Although I hear they have good smashburgers had a taste for wings. It's rare to find places that will give you the whole wing. Only downside, I wish they were a little bigger and on the online menu it pictured it came with coleslaw. It did come with fries that were nice and crispy. Overall, the meal was good and hot by the time I made it back home.“

“Stopped in for a salad and the Cajun Cobb Salad. Deliciousness😋😋“

“Eggwhite Mediterranean omelet, bacon, grits, 2 pancakes is my go-to pre workout meal. Everything looks good but I never order anything else cause what I order is delicious lol.“

“We have been to Melinda’s a couple times now and we absolutely love this place!!!! The atmosphere is welcoming and the service is amazing! Great live music on the weekends and trivia night was fun as well!“

“The sweet sixteen is a must have!!!!!“

“OMG!!! This place is the bomb, the inside of the restaurant is gorgeous, the customer service is phenomenal and the food is fantastic. I highly recommend this place if you are looking for some delicious soul food. I love the dressing, baked chicken, sweet potatoes and muffins. The portions are good, I had enough left over to take some home for a late night snack. Our hostess Ms. Lyn has outstanding service she made sure that my glass was full at all times and that I had everything that I needed. Her smile can light up a room, keep doing a great job and we will see you again very soon. If you have not been here RUUUUUUN‼️“

“Best bang for your buck. Delicious, fresh, great variety of food. Exemplary service.“

“Wanted to try something and stumbled across this! Absolutely delicious food and wonderful atmosphere. Will definitely be back!“

“Their amazing cheeseburger. My favorite of all time.“

“Looking for a great dinner experience? Mesler Snoasis did it for me and my birthday guest (12/26). We arrived at the Sophy Hotel Lobby entrance. The luxurious and contemporary decor with a wall to wall fireplace was a beautiful ambiance. We immediately began posing for pictures, while waiting for our reservation time to arrive. Dinner outside in the heated igloo “Snoasis”. From start to finish it was a great experience. Igloo was beautifully decorated, cozy with music from the record player. Our appetizers and dinners was delicious (seafood; beef & chicken). The staff is attentive. Our waiter Michael is very professional and knowledgeable about the menu, guiding us in making a delicious choice. Thanks Mesler, I will be back and I’m sure my guest will also. Everyone enjoy it.“

“The atmosphere is nice. The food and drinks are delicious and the service was on point.“

“Last Tuesday, after my overnight shift, I stopped into Pappas and ordered a sausage and egg on wheat with hashbrowns...... and it was nothing short of AWESOME!!!! I can not WAIT to go back. Thank you Mrs. Sofe!!!“

“Great Food , Great Service, Clean and very welcoming and relaxing ! Very Nice people ! I've eaten many of the items on the menu and haven't been disappointed !“

“Food and drink- awesome - awesome!“

“Crowded bar but loved the atmosphere, wine samples and dinner. Great birthday.“

“Friendly service, good food“

“Chicken Alfredo with a Cajun twist And also thanks to Britt with the awesome customer service“

“My experience today was really great! I went and ordered the chicken tenders basket with fries and a drink with 2 scoops of chocolate custard. My total was about $18 which wasn't bad!! The girl at the window was super friendly and the food was fresh!“

“I was robbed there by the wait staff on my wedding night. the evidence is in, the idiot deposited the checks in his own account and it traced back to this place. it's a disgrace and a curse that will not go away. How many of you out there have been robbed and don't even know yet ? how many of my attendees need to review this place? thousands of dollars stolen !“

“Muy rico y excelente servicio“

“We sat outside for the first time. It was lovely. Server was great, never forgot about us. The drinks were perfect for a summer night.“

“I had the pleasure of talking with Marisela behind the bar and loved her service! She was very attentive and kind, never left me without an empty drink and made sure she supported her other bartender. Hands down awesome experience before catching my flight.“

“food was Good enjoy myself“

“We were a pretty large group with tons of kids under 5. Everyone was so kind to us and our kiddos. The food was delish as were the drinks! We had a minor hiccup with in the group and management was MORE THAN gracious and kind in fixing / making up for it.“

“All around great food, great atmosphere..“

“First time here and we had a great experience. Had wine tasting and a delicious meal served by a wonderful waitress. They have beautiful glass ware in the store as well as delicious wines to purchase. We will definitely come back again.“

“That Ribeye Steak Sandwich is absolutely amazing! 🔥🔥🔥“

“A family business where the kind and service is great . My family loves this place, the food is great, and the service is respectful. My son ordered a plain hamburger with a french fried ,strawberry smoothie,his favorite place to eat after school . My husband ordered the Philly cheese steak sandwich, always fresh and delicious.

Support small business!“

“I just purchased ice cream for my family from the drive through. I know they close in 1 hour. EVERY SINGLE staff member who helped me was amazing, polite, helpful, and smiling! The customer service is fantastic!! Keep it up Culver’s in Crestwood. I appreciate the wonderful service!!“

“Whenever we’re in the area we go there. I like the shrimp and pizza. My wife likes the chicken. The prices are good. And so is the service.“

“The Bar has a nice atmosphere, and good drinks selections food was great, its a spot defiantly i would come back to“

“quick, fast, and friendly.“

“My husband Jack and I celebrated our 4th wedding anniversary tonight, and on a last minute whim he chose Bella Mia. From start to finish, the experience was nothing short of phenomenal, and I had to write this review immediately. The moment we walked in, we were greeted not only by the host and hostess, but also by several staff members and even guests at the bar. The atmosphere was warm, cozy, welcoming, and incredibly friendly. Pure class. The restaurant is beautifully decorated and perfectly accented with soft candlelight, making the evening feel special and intimate. We sat at the bar and were welcomed by Gina, the bartender, who was extremely attentive and genuinely kind, making us feel right at home. The food was cooked to perfection and absolutely delicious. The owner, Randy, came by to greet us and his personality was truly infectious. He had us laughing nonstop and made our night even more memorable. We also had the pleasure of sitting next to Marcy and Dick, regulars who have been coming since day one. Even though this was our very first visit, we felt like part of the Bella Mia family. From the staff to the clientele, the love and pride behind this place are undeniable. Bella Mia is truly one of a kind and deserves all the recognition it receives. We felt all the love and will absolutely be back again and again. Jessica O’Grady“

“The meat is so fresh The hamburgers delicious 😋“

“Great lunch with my 24 yr old grandson who fully recommends the burgers at this establishment. BLT was amazing also. More importantly our server, Rachel, was very pleasant, attentive and her service was excellent! Would totally recommend dining there.“

“Friendly and helpful staff and tasty food with vegetarian options“

“Great food and great customer service“

“So I visited this place at least three times with a carry out order and customer service was awesome first time. Second I decided to go due to the good food and definitely the customer service, again awesome. Third, I enjoyed my food as always with recommendations from the young lady ( forgot her name). All three times I was either on crutches or knee brace. They were so sweet they helped me with my food to car an even told me to pull up to place and they’ll have my order ready for me! They were very nice to help me and for that I’m grateful. They went above and beyond. They made sure I was taken care of. So I brought my daughter there and she agree with the great customer service. Thank you guy so much. We will see you guys soon.“

“Impeccably clean restaurant! The food is amazing and fresh. My Skillet was delicious as the fresh ingredients made the difference! Home made and not from a Sysco can! Entire staff was attentive to their tables. Debi was very nice and attentive.
The owner is friendly, and you can tell he appreciates his staff.

Give this restaurant a go, you won’t be disappointed!!

At the time of this review they have an undeserved 4.2 rating. 4.8-5.0 is where it should be.“

“Nice homey place. Clean. The food was okay. Like home cooking. The eggs were perfect over medium, bacon was overdone, and the toast was weird, like they used margarine instead of butter. Overall, I'd go back if I was in the area. Good coffee.“

“Local restaurant diner in Englewood that's been around for years.
The service was great. Wait staff was attentive and will remember your order if you are a regular. The food was fresh, hot, and delicious. Newly remold.

Kid-friendliness: Yes

Wheelchair accessibility: Yes“

“I ate at Top Buns on Friday and the employees were Professional and Friendly!!! Yummy Food !!! Highly Recommended by me!!! Thank You for a Great Meal!!!“

“Babygirl suggested that we eat here…“

“I very much recommend this place to go for dinner! It’s very nice and cool on the inside. Yummy food, great desserts, great staff. 10/10 rating.“