Quaint spot in an 1892 building serving creative American cooking & old-fashioned ice cream treats. Based on 812 reviews, the restaurant has received a rating of 4.6 stars. Price $$
✔️ Dine-in ✔️ Takeout ✔️ No delivery
Address:
43 Dupage Ct, Elgin, IL 60120
Phone: (847) 742-1180
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Hours
| Sunday | 11 AM–8 PM |
| Monday
(Labor Day)
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Closed |
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | 11 AM–4 PM |
| Thursday | 11 AM–4 PM |
| Friday | 11 AM–8 PM |
| Saturday | 11 AM–8 PM |
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Reviews
Patrick Cameron
I truly enjoyed my meal here. I ordered steak and shrimp. It was delicious. The steak was grilled on the top to where it was a little crispy, but not burned. Some spices were added there to excentuate the natural flavors of the steak. The sauce the chef adds to it contained flavors I had not tasted since my grandmother made Sunday dinners. The dish comes with potatoes and vegetables. I also had a side salad with raspberry vinaigrette. In some other restaurants would pay 2 or 3 times the amount I paid there for that meal. The price is fair. The value of your dollar is way about fair, it’s a remarkable value. Great food and friendly service. I think you’ll love it.
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Marcus Greer
I don’t know where to start with this horrendous experience for me and my family at Al’s Cafe & Creamery. Let’s start with the wait and lack of attention from the staff. Our waitress did her best with what she had. The soup kitchen cups went very well with the food. I would bet the you could get a much better meal at a soup kitchen or in prison. My family of four ordered all different food and all of the food was like episode of Kitchen Nightmares. I can’t say enough about how bad this food was. My burger looked and tasted like a frozen burger that may have been given out during the Great Depression. I couldn’t even swallow the bite of dried out burnt meat like substance they called a burger. I told the waitress that this was the worst back yard burger I have ever tasted. She then said that she would have it removed from the bill. She then came back and said the owner who was also the “cook” said he would not remove it from the bill. She then had to call the owner wife to get permission to remove it. The owners wife agreed to remove it from the bill and offered a $25 gift card for the trouble which I declined and said I would never be back. Unless you like stomach pain and nausea don’t waste or your money or time on this place. You should be able to give negative stars on google reviews.
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Aaron Priebe
Stopped in for an ice cream cone on a beautiful evening walk. They’re not really setup for ice cream on the go. The ice cream was ok, kinda had some ice chunks in it. I would say the “creamery” aspect of their name is maybe embellished. Great service and atmosphere though. The outdoor patio seating is great. I had lunch here one time as well. The burgers are just your classic dinner burger, which is exactly what I wanted.
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Carm A
We got lucky enough to be seated, thank’s to Jennifer! The place was semi empty but I believe you should make a reservation, because the host, he was almost gonna turn us away. We were just lucky Jennifer said there was room for us. YAY, we chose to sit upstairs. Lovely views of downtown Elgin, gorgeous building. Seriously read the history on the drink menu. The place is lovely. The food had great presentation. The crab cakes were wow, we had crab cakes at like Ditka’s and here, they serve you with bruschetta on the side. PLUS amazing bread. It was a lot for crab cakes. Then they give you more delicious bread. Everything was really good. I only wish they had Tito’s vodka as an option, they only serve Absolut. BUT hey I am not gonna complain. I really want to come back & try some of the ice cream. Thank you Jennifer, you were an amazing host.
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Rachel Soby
Al’s has been a happy place to go my whole life! It’s our annual Fat Tuesday celebration site! From food to ice cream you will not be disappointed. Sylvia runs a great place, thank you for keeping Al’s going all these years!!! Their malts keep us coming back, now we get the share our love of them with our next generation.
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Matt Willigman
Love this place. Kid’s malt was amazing. My burger was huge and perfectly cooked. Service was terrific. Place is super clean and has a fun vibe
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Belva Jean Thomas
I went for ice cream and decided to have dinner before dessert. The server was 8 – 10 mins before she asked if anyone had taken my order. That was surprising because she Watch me being seated. A couple across from me said they waited more than 20m for drinks. Eventually she got it together and all worked out. I hadn’t been to Al’s in over 10 years but was pleased to see it hadn’t changed. Foodvexcellent and ice cream still good. I will go back again soon and take friends & family. Great place to dine inside or outside patio.
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Lexis Ortiz
If you’re looking for the perfect lunch or dinner spot, you’re in luck… you’ve found it!
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Curt Hanson
We’ve been eating at Al’s for almost 20 years. Awesome spot to grab a meal with your family. The food is great, and the servers are fast and friendly. The milkshakes are the best around!
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aaron m
Very cute location with dining on the first and second floor. Cute pictures of Elgin’s past line the walls and take you back to a time long gone. Their ice cream shakes are amazing! Staff is kind, quick, and caring.
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