Crema's Take
“Elly's is a reliable neighborhood breakfast spot where the pancakes and Philly Cheesesteak draw steady crowds, and the staff genuinely seem to care about getting orders right—though a handful of reviews flag inconsistent execution on cooked proteins, so don't order anything rare if you want it that way. The portions are generous and prices fair, making it a solid choice for a family breakfast or casual meet-up, just not a destination that breaks new ground on food or atmosphere.”
What to expect
Classic coffee drinks done right. A slow-sit spot, good for meetings. Full breakfast, pastries, and light food on the menu. Family friendly. Parking available.
Google Reviews
See all on Google →Elly's Pancake House in Glenview | 30 May 2026 Solid breakfast spot that delivers on both savory and sweet. The Philly Cheesesteak was the standout — well-seasoned, generous filling, and surprisingly satisfying for a morning meal. The Belgian Mini Waffle Flight was executed…
The restaurant is very efficient when it comes to service. They were quick to answer the phone and got us seated promptly, even during a busy time. Our waitress was friendly and attentive, which made the experience smooth overall. Unfortunately, the food didn’t meet our…
Horrible food. Never get the steak they will not bring it out to you fresh and to your request of how you like it cooked. I ordered medium rare and got it fully cooked and it tasted like how the meat aisle of fresh farms smells. I could not cut into it without the whole plate…
This place is located on a good location, the people (servers in specific) are super nice and friendly, the atmosphere is really charming and the food itself is a 10/10 I discovered this place when I ordered from tgtg and wanted to have breakfast there with my hubby and we…
Breakfast at Elly's was wonderful. We got more food than we could eat at such an affordable price and it was absolutley delicious! The food and service is excellent. It is a comfortable place to dine and visit with family or friends. It has a varied menu that makes everyone…
Crema Reviews
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