Al's Cafe & Creamery

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4.6

( 16 reviews )

Bar & Grill, Bakery $$

Closed 11:00 AM - 08:00 PM See Hours

43 Dupage Ct, Elgin, IL 60120, United States

+1 8477-421-180

Al's Cafe & Creamery, a beloved local eatery in the heart of town, offers a delightful blend of delectable cuisine and sweet treats. With a charming and inviting atmosphere, this family-owned establishment has been serving up a memorable dining experience for years. Founded by Al himself, a passionate food enthusiast, the cafe is renowned for its mouthwatering selection of shakes, malts, and ice cream flavors that are sure to satisfy any sweet tooth. The menu also features a variety of savory options, including schnitzel, soups, and seafood dishes, all prepared with the utmost care and attention to detail. Whether guests choose to dine inside or enjoy the outdoor patio, Al's Cafe & Creamery provides a warm and friendly ambiance that welcomes patrons from all walks of life.

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David marr

March 22, 2024

Great food I mean great place 😀 will be back

Beverly jahn

March 22, 2024

The atmosphere and service was the perfect accompaniment to the outstanding food. The carrot bisque soup was silky smooth with the grilled bread warm and toasted. The schnitzel and spaetzle was the best I have ever had and my waitress tied the experience all together perfectly. Cannot say enough good about this little gem. My compliments to the chef as they achieved a mastery of the food they prepared ❤️

John martino

March 22, 2024

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.

Michelle barnette

March 22, 2024

This place is a gem! The schnitzel is the best I've had. Large portions and great service everytime.

Kristin mccrory

March 22, 2024

Ask for a vanilla malt with a shot of Irish whiskey on the side. When it comes pour the whiskey into the malt. You will now have an Irish cream malt! Portions are huge! We ordered the schnitzel and got 8 meals out of 2 orders.

Jeff ashlock

March 22, 2024

Great place for lunch and dinner. Cozy environment and historic building. Food is top quality and creative. They have a rotating monthly special menu too. There is a nice selection for dessert. The staff is great too. There is a 2nd floor for additional seating. Try the dessert ice cream cocktails, very good.

Brad wolff

March 22, 2024

If you’re looking for the perfect lunch or dinner spot, you’re in luck… you’ve found it! Al’s is simply exquisite no matter what you try (naturally we had to try a few things). The soda fountain is a rare delicacy now a days and the opportunity could not be passed up to have a clean and refreshing cherry coke! Our lunch (half a sandwich and soup) was the perfect portion size and packed full of meat and flavor! The ice cream was amazing and left us feeling a little too full, so make sure you save room! I say this a lot, but it couldn’t be more true of Al’s… if you haven’t tried this hidden gem, you are TRULY missing out on a fantastic dining experience!

Alex millan

March 22, 2024

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.