Crema's Take
“This cash-only diner leans hard into no-nonsense, old-school charm with a menu that swings for the fences on creative omelets—the artichoke and Mediterranean versions are the real draws here, though their pancakes are famously hit-or-miss. The space itself is genuinely charming and comfortable for lingering, making it a reliable weekend breakfast spot where you'll happily wait 20 minutes for a table if you go in with the right expectations. The coffee is solid and unfussy, the kind that complements eggs and toast without demanding attention.”
What to expect
Classic coffee drinks done right. A slow-sit spot, good for meetings. Full breakfast and pastries on the menu. Family friendly. Parking available. Cash only.
Google Reviews
See all on Google →Cozy place with good food. Might be a small wait, but worth it. Thanks!!!
From the minute I walked in here and saw their charming interior space I sensed that this was going to be the best diner in the Chicagoland area. When I saw the fresh creative menu I knew the food was going to be fantastic and when I tasted the food (which came quickly) my…
Had brunch at the Original Greenbay Cafe in Winnetka a few Sundays back. It is a no nonsense old school diner with a relaxed welcoming vibe. I went with the Mediterranean Omelette. The eggs were spot on and loaded with fresh veggies full of flavor. The home fries were excellent,…
Overall, the food was okay, but the pancakes were inedible. I ordered the banana pancakes. The bananas were in large chunks and there weren’t many of them. That’s tolerable, but what made them impossible to eat was the overwhelming amount of baking soda. All I could taste was…
Lovely little place to come and enjoy breakfast. The artichoke omelette was really something. Good coffee. We didn't like the swedish pancakes much because the fruit was very acidic. We will come back though, I'm curious about the rest of the menu items. They offer great service!
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