Monica's Diner

1541 Belvidere St, Waukegan
(847) 336-4740

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Jose M

I tried the huevos divorciados, and I keep thinking bout them and dreaming about it! They were soooo DELICIOUS it’s addictive.. the service is fast and kind! Also the pancakes are phenomenal. It’s the best place for brunch!!!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Michael J. Brankin

This quaint little diner has refused to inflate its prices, even with the current economic swing. You can still eat here for under $20 and have a great meal. The coffee is wonderful and the omelette was delicious. They don't skimp either. Fresh food, great price, what more could you ask for.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

CkjjLove OfMyLiFe

Omg this place is amazing 👏 I love the red chillaquilas.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

luisa fernanda marcalain

Great pancakes 🥞

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 4

Service: 4

Maria Velasquez

Great food and wonderful service 🤤

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Aarav Mehta

Best hash browns in the town! Highly recommended

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Gina Rivera

Best breakfast food to dine in and has wonderful service . Love going to Monica’s Diner.

Osbaldo Tenorio

Their pancakes are the best. Defintely a hole in the wall place. The chilaquiles are super spicy but good. Love the diner experience. And affordable. Will be back!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

James Dobbs

So this is a classic quick order diner. 5 stars, when judged by the standard of a quick order place. It's exactly what you expect at a reasonable price point. You can watch them cook, which is fun, and they are fast. Note there is a $1.00 upcharge as of May 2025 for any eggs.

Food: 5

Service: 5

Alejandro Rodriguez

It's a nice place to get a quick bite.
Place has limited sitting.
The food is amazing. Portions are huge, and coffee is strong.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Huevos Rancheros, Chilaquiles with Huevos, Salsa, Denver Omelette, Spanish Steak, Spanish Omelette

Paul Adams

I love the breakfast 😋

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Chilaquiles with Huevos

Aracely Villasenor

Trying to figure out where to have breakfast today. My husband told me about this spot. He said it was small but had good chilaquiles.
Decided to go, yes the place is small 4 tables and the rest were bar seating. The service is attentive fast and friendly. But the food Amazing we both ordered the Huevos divorciados with meat. The meat was tender, eggs just how I wanted over medium the beans were delicious and I-don’t like restaurant beans but I finished everything. 15.99 + 1.00(egg pandemic)+coffee 2.99x2= about $45 with tax.
Hands down great breakfast spot. Its perfect small and cozy and amazing food! Will definitely come again and again. We actually already know what we’re going to order next time we come🙈 Give this place a try
Whoever says otherwise probably had a bad day before coming here.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Mattherw Davis

The service was nice, but the food upset both myself and my goddaughter. We were both alternating in the bathroom for hours.

Atmosphere: 1

Food: 1

Service: 5

Vic D

Let me start with the good stuff: the food. It’s fantastic! I had the chilaquiles with salsa verde and steak—crisp chips, a salsa with just the right kick, and solid portion sizes. Now, the downside: the place is tiny! When it’s busy, there’s nowhere to wait except standing along the wall. I can’t knock them too hard for that, though—it’s not like they can expand the building. If you’re after a classic greasy spoon vibe and don’t mind a wait during peak times, the food makes it worth your while.

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 5

Service: 4

Balbina C

Beans and salsa are very watery. They overcharge people for drinks they never order. When I called to ask why I was charged for 2 drinks. The owner had an attitude said she doesn’t go table to table to look at everyone’s order which I didn’t expect her to do. The waitresses need to make sure they write down the correct drinks before over charging people. I won’t be back. Food not good really good salsa needed something tasted very bland.
I don’t recommend this place .

Atmosphere: 1

Food: 1

Service: 1

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