Happy Place Cafe

1150 W Jefferson St, Shorewood
(815) 666-1447

Recent Reviews

David Talarico

The food was good. But the service (Stephanie) was amazing! Stephanie quickly kept our coffee filled, brought us specific coffee creamer. Took time to make us comfortable. She was funny and an absolutely great waitress. We got 3 omelets (Greek), (Motzarella), and another I can’t remember.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 4

Service: 5

Ruth Seaney

Best chicken noodle soup . Tasted like mine homemade!!

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 4

Service: 4

Jennifer Karaus

The soups are my absolute favorite! I just always miss out on the clam chowder which is my fav. The broiled sea bass is great! The Greek chicken kabob is my husband's go to. They also have fantastic ribs. Prices are reasonable! There are a couple things on the menu I have been disappointed by, but if you know what to order it's great! Breakfast is yummy, too. Oh and always always get the saganaki!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 4

Service: 4

Recommended dishes: Saganaki, Steak and Eggs, Potato Skins

Tristin Truth

I have been eating here for years but recently something has changed. First off their prices went up about 30% in the last 6 months which was not a deal breaker for me but I expect better food and quality. What has actually happened is that the quality went down. I ordered the broiled Salmon with a Salad and Potato Skins on Friday for $15.25. One of the potato skins was normal while the other one was thick and way undercooked. The Salmon had a smell and the green beans were mushy. So, I ate the salad and one of the potato skins! Last time I got their ribs they were also undercooked! I am done with this NOT SO Happy Place Cafe!

Food: 1

Service: 2

Val R.

Each time I come to this wonderful restaurant I order the yummy liver and onions. Yesterday because of a time crunch I placed my order for carry out. I ordered the pork tenderloin with a salad and baked potato. You can get soup instead of salad or a number of other choices. The pork was is a nice plastic container to keep it hot. The baked potato was wrapped in foil and in a foam container to keep everything separate. The crispy green salad was in another container with the dressing on the side. The fresh hot roll was also wrapped in foil to keep it warm. For carry out orders it was perfectly packaged. The pork tenderloin were done just right with 2 large pieces. The entire meal was delicious and enough for 2 days for me. Happy Place has such a large variety of choices. Everything I have ordered was delicious and more than enough. I'm glad I tried the pork tenderloin but still admit the liver and onions are my favorite. If you haven't tried this restaurant you are missing out. The prices are very reasonable and portions are large.

Jeffrey R.

Great service, kind staff. The breakfast menu may drive you to the bathroom but at least their bathrooms are very clean to use.

Laura Moore

First time here and i have to say it was wonderful! Our waitress was outstanding here name was Madison we will be coming back for sure! Breakfast was great want to try lunch also.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 4

Service: 5

Marc Poblador

Old School-Good decent food and very reasonably priced-you will eat your fill! Far cheaper than any fast food place I've seen-like stepping back to the 80's price and quality food-spartan seating and good wait staff. Found my spot! $14 dollar avg breakfast lunch and dinner-light on the trimmings-no veggies with main course small cups of soup-packaged salad dressings but hey-who cares? The food will fill you up! A pity they don't have steak and eggers like these anymore-btw you will pay like $24 once you get to the steak but-well worth it!! I'll go here before any Chinese Fast Food or any Burger or Burrito establishment! Prices have gone up! $18 dollars for a plate of Chinese Cuisine/Burger-Submarine sandwich Meal?? No thanks!- Happy place?-I'm "Full Fat and Happy!" Thank U-Excellent!Kid-friendliness: Great Booths help a lot with kids!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Banana Split Waffle, Potato Pancakes Benedict, Sandwiches, Potato Skins, Stuffed French Toast, Toast, Fruit

Ride With Me

My husband and I have eaten here on several occasions. Both breakfast and lunch. The food is OK. It’s not bad, but it’s nothing to rave about either. Service has always been very good. Most of the waitresses seem to be experienced, and have always been courteous. The environment could use a little sprucing up as it does appear a little dated and dusty.Parking: Parking can be a challenge if you’re in a larger vehicle, such as a truck.

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 4

Service: 5

Carl Szajek

Very friendly, hot food, and prepared promptly, quality food. Decent

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: French Toast and Bacon Strips, Steak and Eggs, Sandwiches, Chicken Soup

Julia Fisher

They need more servers. Good was good, but 2 meals were quite a bit later then the rest of the table of 12.

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 5

Service: 3

Rosie Girl24

Delicious foodLovely staffThey truly goOut of their way for their customersParking: Very easy toGet in and out

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Greek Salad, Greek Potatoes, Sandwiches, Country Skillet

aaron gonzales

Had a rumble in the tumble and decided to waltz on over to the Happy Place Cafe, once I realized it was a restaurant and not a dispensary . ?Coffee was hot ☕ flapjacks done right ✊ hot maple syrup & butter slathered on top. ? Stuffed my face with hotcakes and a skillet with delicious potatoes. Server was quite attentive. I think her name was Alexa. I remember because I was like, "Dang, Alexa tells me what the weather's like AND brings me flappie jacks." ?The name of this place definitely represents itself well. Must return for more coffee and pancakes. ?? If you couldn't tell I love coffee and pancakes. K bye.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Donna Theimer

Love this local restaurant. Fantastic breakfasts with great service. Love the pancakes.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Ryan Burbridge

Excellent flavors, breakfast was well prepared, clean, good portions friendly

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

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