Best food real diner food nice n clean inside and great people
Bill Mitchell
If any spot deserves to be called a Gary landmark, it’s Great Lakes Café. The food is classic, hearty, and always cooked with care — from breakfast staples to their incredible lunch specials. The place has that welcoming, old-school neighborhood feel that reminds you what community dining is all about.
Beyond the food, what really makes it special are the people. The staff — including some of the most charming and beautiful Greek women you’ll ever meet — treat everyone like family. Their hospitality gives the café its heart and soul.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Bradley Jack
This place is a diamond in the rough!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
AD \u0026 B LLC
Hidden gem is an understatement!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Jeffery Brown
Friendly service
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
William Ellis
A Must stop and eat.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Kari B
We were passing through and found this place to stop. The breakfast was very good and its really cool looking inside. The people there were so nice and gave us some places to try and advice for our Chicago visit.
Amazing customer service, Amazing food, Amazing Ambiance, quiet and personable, family vibes definitely. I can't wait to go back
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Randy Pierce
Awesome staff and food always go there when I'm in Gary
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Larry Tarr
I really like coming here. The food is great and the ladies upfront are the best! You will not leave hungry! My go to for breakfast and or lunch when traveling here. Should be 10 STARS!
Simple hearty food with a slice of warm hospitality. We were passing through the area on our way to the Indiana Dunes National Park and we were recommended some additional attractions to visit. Would highly recommend.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Hash Browns
Symantha McCune
The staff was very kind and friendly. They made me feel very welcome. The food didn't take to long to come out. Everything was clean.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Andrea Magee
Incredible family owned restaurant. Stopped by on a road trip and we are so glad we bypassed the chain restaurants. The atmosphere is fun and quirky. The food is good. I enjoyed the house dressing and my daughter loved the pancakes. The best part is the family who owns and operates it!! Such nice and welcoming people. 😀
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Shawn Becker
Its a nice place, my daughter always stops by when she is driving through town. I’m fond of the “old school” look and it makes me miss the ‘50s
Best food real diner food nice n clean inside and great people
If any spot deserves to be called a Gary landmark, it’s Great Lakes Café. The food is classic, hearty, and always cooked with care — from breakfast staples to their incredible lunch specials. The place has that welcoming, old-school neighborhood feel that reminds you what community dining is all about.
Beyond the food, what really makes it special are the people. The staff — including some of the most charming and beautiful Greek women you’ll ever meet — treat everyone like family. Their hospitality gives the café its heart and soul.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
This place is a diamond in the rough!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Hidden gem is an understatement!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Friendly service
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
A Must stop and eat.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
We were passing through and found this place to stop. The breakfast was very good and its really cool looking inside. The people there were so nice and gave us some places to try and advice for our Chicago visit.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Hash Browns, Vegetarian Omelette
Amazing customer service, Amazing food, Amazing Ambiance, quiet and personable, family vibes definitely. I can't wait to go back
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Awesome staff and food always go there when I'm in Gary
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I really like coming here. The food is great and the ladies upfront are the best! You will not leave hungry! My go to for breakfast and or lunch when traveling here. Should be 10 STARS!
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Love the food and the service is great as well
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Simple hearty food with a slice of warm hospitality. We were passing through the area on our way to the Indiana Dunes National Park and we were recommended some additional attractions to visit. Would highly recommend.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Hash Browns
The staff was very kind and friendly. They made me feel very welcome. The food didn't take to long to come out. Everything was clean.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Incredible family owned restaurant. Stopped by on a road trip and we are so glad we bypassed the chain restaurants. The atmosphere is fun and quirky. The food is good. I enjoyed the house dressing and my daughter loved the pancakes. The best part is the family who owns and operates it!! Such nice and welcoming people. 😀
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Its a nice place, my daughter always stops by when she is driving through town. I’m fond of the “old school” look and it makes me miss the ‘50s
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