Des Plaines Family Restaurant & Pancake House
1769 Miner St, Des Plaines
(847) 299-6601
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Great place, friendly staff🫶🏻
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great place and staff were all amazingly nice. Food was very good, one star less because my rice and beans were a bit cold, but it all tasted delicious. About $25 a head but Portions are a decent size. Would definitely recommend, mainly if your headed to and from O’Hare. Less then 10 minutes away
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
30 yr customer, will never see me again, ordered soup of the day chicken with a large pasta noodle, did not care for it at all, 75% broth in large container, expressed my disappointment to Kathy, did not offer apology or to make it right,
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 1
Very standard american diner experience with small, family business vibes. Good is usually on par with what's expected, can be better on some days. I usually get the biscuits and gravy.
Service is great, staff are respectful and communicate well. Inside is always clean, comfortable, and homey.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Highly recommended. The food is delicious, the portions are generous, the wait staff is very personable, and the price is affordable. My son and I found the restaurant when we went to O’Hare, since it is near by. I had to go back with my wife it was so good the first time. We will be back.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
They have Great omelette & great service!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Top notch service and meals to match!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
This is a cozy place, where the food and the service is the most important thing for the people who work there, been there before and came back with my wife, and definitely will come back many times more, highly recommended
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Des Plaines Family Restaurant is a heartwarming gem that embodies the true spirit of Midwestern hospitality, serving up generous portions of classic American comfort food with a side of genuine warmth that makes every visit feel like coming home. From the fluffy buttermilk pancakes stacked high with fresh berries and whipped cream at breakfast to the juicy cheeseburgers on toasted buns with crispy fries for lunch, and tender pot roast dinners slow-cooked to perfection with mashed potatoes and gravy that melt in your mouth, every dish is prepared with care using fresh ingredients that shine through in every bite. The cozy, unpretentious diner atmosphere buzzes with families and locals chatting over bottomless coffee, while the attentive staff treats you like old friends, ensuring refills are prompt and recommendations are spot-on. With affordable prices, spotless surroundings, and that rare ability to make simple meals memorable, Des Plaines Family Restaurant earns a resounding five stars—it’s the kind of place that restores your faith in good, honest dining and keeps you coming back for more.
Very friendly and quick service, the food was on point and made well. Worth stopping by for sure.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
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Great food and staff is very friendly!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
terrible service, the waitresses were rude and mocking. I waited 20 minutes to order a portion of pancakes 😱 When I asked how much longer I had to wait, they told me if I didn't want to wait, I could just leave. They didn't have name badges, I asked the waitresses what their names were, they said it shouldn't bother me! I ask the administration of the establishment to influence the choice of staff and for everyone to have a name badge. This happened on 11/05 at 1pm
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Wow what a great place, this is another one of my let's choose from the map, im so glad I chose this spot, the steak skillet was delicious, the steak was soft and juicy, it was also very cheesy, the cheese Omelette was also very good, the coffee was delicious too. All good here, definitely coming back. The employees are super friendly and attentive, my coffee was filled up every few minutes. It has very nice decor on the inside, such a warm welcoming place.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The food came out hot and well-prepared. Friendly staff.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
I used to eat here often, but life changes don't bring me to the neighborhood as often. Yesterday I found myself craving breakfast and drove out of my way for the scrambled eggs and chorizo. I chose the options of pancakes and hash browns. The meal was terrific, and I especially appreciate that the hash browns were served as I ordered them--well done. That doesn't happen often on the weekends.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
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