Family Restaurants near Lansing, IL

“Very kid friendly. Descent adult food and good kid food. It's a good place to run little kids around. Train to ride, arcade, train setup the kids can watch.Kid-friendliness: Definitely a kid place. Sit at the counter and tour food is delivered by a train“

“De Mar's in Blue Island, IL is a must-visit for anyone in the mood for classic American diner fare. The restaurant has a cozy, old-school feel that instantly transports you to a simpler time. Every time I sit down in a booth it makes me feel like i can talk about nothing, (a Seinfeld reference). The menu is full of classic diner dishes, from hearty breakfast options to juicy burgers and sandwiches to homemade soups and salads. I particularly enjoyed the Tuna melt, which was perfectly put together with just the right amount of cheese and tune on white bread. The French toast was also excellent, with a soft and fluffy texture that melted in my mouth. But if you want the traditional, just order the all American breakfast, 2 sunny side up eggs with hash browns and two slices of bread, along with a cup of coffee. Everything is delicious. The staff at De Mar's are friendly and attentive, making the dining experience even more enjoyable. They were quick to offer suggestions on what to order and were always on hand to refill drinks or answer any questions. The restaurant itself is clean and well-maintained, with a warm and inviting atmosphere that makes you want to stay for hours. There is plenty of seating, so you won't have to wait long to be seated, and the prices are reasonable for the quality of the food and service. Overall, I highly recommend De Mar's to anyone looking for a traditional American diner experience. So if you are in the area of Blue Island this restaurant It's a gem, that I plan on returning to in the future.“

“The food was really good. We got there around 10:30am and it was still rush hour. Totally understandable and good. We waited around 15mins for our table to be clean and ready. But once we were seated we weren't noticed for about 20mins. No coffee or water. Once we asked what look like the manager she seemed to be annoyed. Then we waited for about another 15mins to actually order food. We still love the food so we are hoping it was just due to business been busy. By the time we got our food the customers were done. So no complaints once it was only a few tables left.“

“I love this place! They are always very friendly when we come in and it's never super busy. Their food is reasonably priced and it tastes delicious. My current favorite menu item is their burger and fries. It's always so fresh and the fries are so crispy. My partner always gets their tacos and they love them! They always come with so much food it's like getting a second meal for later. I also love seeing all of the specials they post on their Facebook page. They update it frequently with their offerings and I love seeing the new stuff they bring to the menu.“

“Been coming here for a while, food is always fresh and good!I always ask for Erika because she’s always on point with the orders from what I have been receiving.I’ve also had Dishawn and he’s amazing as well!It does get busy in there during lunch hours but you won’t be disappointed in the end!“

“This restaurant is clean. The servers were friendly, helped me with the menu,brought water without me asking and very attentive to my needs. All the staff including the cook wore masks. The food was delicious and prepared just the way I ordered. The staff gets points from me by wiping down all things used by previous customers. I highly recommend this place.“

“We ordered breakfast and lunch.. The ham and cheese omelet was fluffy, hot, and delicious. The potatoes are crispy and hot. The sausage gravey was delicious. The chicken & rib combo was delicious. The chicken was crispy and juicy. The ribs fall off the bone.. Lemon rice soup wash delicious and hot too.. Thank You, and Happy New Year....Parking: Paring is on the side of the restaurant.Kid-friendliness: Yes it is.“

“We ate there with friends for dinner. We were seated right away; this is a very big place. It is very well kept and very old school in every way. The service was top notch with very attentive wait staff.I ordered the Sliced Roast Turkey, and my wife went with the Chicken and Lake Perch Combo. My Turkey was good, though slightly on the dry side but the gravy helped with that. The dressing and potatoes were good.My wife’s dinner was very large, and she said it all tasted good. She didn’t agree with the reviews about the chicken being the best, but she said it was fine. Next time she will just get the Perch because that was fantastic.If you want an old school restaurant that will remind you of the olden days, this is the one for you.“

“OMG, I had not been to Bakers Square in forever! I was hoping they still had my favorite sandwich: Grown up grilled cheese, with fries and honey mustard on the side and of course I finished it off with a slice of lemon meringue pie. Our waitress was very funny and checked on us often throughout our meal. My family and I will definitely be back. Now go ... Check 'em out!!! ???“

“Service was poor in that my coffee cup was empty and nobody came around to see if I wanted more. On the other hand, I ordered two eggs over easy. Many restaurants around her serve them and they still have a film topping the yolks. TN's were perfectly cooked with no film. It is one of my nitpicky items when dining out.“

“The height of Covid when all businesses were closed in chicago.. this little hidden food oasis kept their doors open.. and as a result..became my favorite breakfast restaurant almost weekly.. I’ve never had a bad experience.. they don’t miss.. thanks guys for your hospitality and great comfort “

“Came her once with my daughter for lunch then dinner with my family. Looks like everything is made in house, staff were all lovely and welcoming. Not too many places where you can get a soup or salad, main dish and a dessert for around $15. Dessert selection was great and I was able to pick up the special pie of the day for $5. Will make this my new regular spot“

“Food was very good service was outstanding and exceptional our waitress was very good and pleasant she took care of us and made sure that if we needed anything she handled it and she also looked very good as well ♥️ ♥️Parking: Plenty of spots available easy in easy out.Wheelchair accessibility: Plenty of handicapped spots available for easy wheelchair ♿ access.“

“This restaurant is fantastic for a meal! My go-to is always the country fried steak and eggs. I've been a regular here for years, bringing my partner and kids along every time. We all adore the friendly service and delicious food. If you're looking for a wonderful family-friendly spot with fantastic food and even better people, this is the place to be. Come on by and experience it for yourself!“

“A great first polish food experience for my party. We loved the family owned mom and pop vibes. Very friendly staff, service was fantastic, food was tasty. The owners were hanging out with locals and came to our table to ask how we liked the food. Highly recommend the potato pancake dipped in sour cream and applesauce, which I learned is a polish tradition. Will definitely be back!!“

“We went to this restaurant for the first time after passing by it daily for years. Some friends asked us to join them there and we agreed not knowing what to expect. It is now my go to place for breakfast at dinner or any other time. I have fallen in love with the way they make their waffles. The next time we went I encouraged one of my friends to have the waffle and she also agreed that the waffle was excellently made. So, So, So, light and airy, flavorful, yet not at all soft or mushy on the outside (how they do it consistently I want to know). Just the way we liked it. Never had a restaurant captured all of this in a waffle that I have seen. You can also have it made with all kinds of toppings. My hubby loves the skillets. I am a pescatarian so I had the chicken. They allowed me to adjust my order for a small upcharge to wings instead of the chicken fillets. The portion size is very generous. Each time I have gone (so far) almost everyone in the group took home food from their meal. We will also return, just the two of us, because we both loved the ambiance and atmosphere.Dietary restrictions: I am a pescatarian.“

“Let me eat huge daily special plates for free as a dishwasher when I was starving homeless in other people's homes unlike the rest of the greedy restaurants. Even offered very discounted monthly hotel across the street. I used to walk miles in the high snow for that check.“