Potato Shak

5529 N 2nd St, Loves Park
(815) 877-1010

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Amber Schuster

family restaurant is a joke now. my daughter spilled a water they would only use a wet rag to wipe it up so the chair and table was still wet when I asked for napkins one of the waitresses gave me some but the other came over to me and took them from me so the table was still wet the chair was still wet my daughter had to sit in a wet chair and eat in a wet table during the food I had no napkins because the waitress took them from me so my other daughter had to use her dress because she had no napkins also I asked for crispy American fries and I was told that due to it being the weekend and it being busy they cannot make them crispy. so maybe they should tell you that you can't have crispy food on the weekend before you order it and also this is not a family restaurant before this visit I came there and I was told that my kids were being too loud after a waitress came up and made the scene bigger after I told her that if she would talk to my daughter it would make it worse she did not listen to me made the scene worse and then the cook told me that me and my kids had to leave because we were making too much noise but this is a family restaurant sorry but three kids under the age of eight are going to make noise they're going to play they're going to be a little noisy if that is an issue you guys should not be listed as a family restaurant

Karen Utech

Good food old fashioned diner look. Very nice staff and the owner is the cook so you know he cares if people are happy to keep them coming back

Parking: Only one location on north 2nd st.

Kid-friendliness: Makes pancakes with micky mouse

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Toast, 2 Chicks and American Fries, Omelette American Fries & Toast, American Fries, Bacon and Eggs

Charmaine Lambaren

Probably the best breakfast spot in the area! Food comes out fast even when they are full at capacity. Friendly staff and you CANNOT beat these prices. 100% recommend!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Jennifer Steele

They are decently priced and kind people. They are pretty busy for a family business that is still going strong after all these years. I would say yes on recommending them.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 4

Service: 3

Recommended dishes: Liver and Onions or Bacon

Ryan Ferguson

It has been years since we visited here. I have to say, the food and service today was the same as it was 10 + years ago! EXCELLENT!! Pete always greets every customer that walks in the door and thanks every customer as they leave all while cooking away on the flattop!! The entire staff is friendly and outgoing as well!!
My wife and I will definitely be back soon!!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Liver and Onions or Bacon, American Fries

Peter R

I judge all other breakfasts compared to the Potato Shak. Been my favorite breakfast for over 40 years.

Ted Hitchcock

45 minutes ago, we ordered. Still waiting. Watched plenty of people who were seated AFTER us already get their food, pay, and leave.

Service: 1

anthony batton

Outstanding breakfast

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 5

Jean Barnes Garlanger

The owner is nice all the staff is nice & the food is great

lady love

Breakfast was good but service was a little slow. Had to continuously wait for coffee to be refilled

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 4

Service: 2

0l blue c10

Food was good ?

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 4

Service: 4

Saundra DeLaura

I come here for their breakfast. You are welcomed by the cook/ owner when you walk in the door .The food is delicious and the restaurant is clean. I've never had a bad waitresses. And when you leave the cook will ask you how your food was? Then he'll tell you to have a good day.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Biscuits and Gravy, Sausage

Jef Left

I really respect this place it has tasty food good service and its affordable

Kid-friendliness: This is a great place to bring your kids get them eating!!?‍↔️

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: American Fries, Steak and Eggs

ken barkdoll

Breakfast out with the guys. Fun times Good food.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Biscuits and Gravy, Bacon and Eggs

Paul Anast

Great diner! Owner greets you when you arrive and thanks you when you leave (from the grill as he cooks). Eggs are perfect every time. Never any crusty stuff. I've been there dozens of times and never had a bad experience or meal. Service is great, and they keep your coffee cup full. Best breakfast spot ever!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Shack Skillet with over Easy, Sausage, Toast, Omelette American Fries & Toast, Bacon and Eggs, Steak and Eggs

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