Honey - Glen Ellyn, IL 60137-5125 | Metromix Chicago

Honey


499 Main St.

Glen Ellyn, IL 60137-5125
630-469-0000
http://www.honeycafe.net
At Honey, a "modern comfort food cafe" is all about approachable gourmet, with sit-down breakfast, lunch and dinner, plus a deli counter filled with house-made cupcakes and take-home eats such as free-range meatloaf and truffled mac and cheese. Alex Gomez, formerly of Orange, designed the menu (though he departed shortly after opening) so expect a rockin' weekend brunch menu featuring dishes such as filet mignon benedict, triple-chocolate French toast kabobs. The menu's a smart mix of healthy and decadent, carnivore and vegetarian, and centers on fresh, often organic, ingredients. Gluten-free options -- from French toast to sandwiches to peanut-butter cookies -- are proving a winner as well.

The decor is modern-casual, with the former space's original wood floors and tin ceiling intact, highlighted by contemporary furniture and a pleasing aqua and amber color scheme. The vibe is family-friendly--though we think even grown-ups will like fun desserts like the "science fare sundae," ice cream served with test tubes of toppings. How very fitting for a family-focused yet increasingly tony downtown that launched a marketing campaign with the motto "Glen Ellyn Style" several years ago.

Getting There

Parking:
Street. Street parking possible
Public Transportation:
Metra train: Glen Ellyn
Wheelchair Access:
Yes

The Basics

Hours:
9 a.m.-9 p.m. Monday through Saturday; 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Sunday.
Coffee bar/deli counter opens 8 a.m. daily.
Cuisine:
American Contemporary. Emphasis on all-natural, organic ingredients
Meals Served:
Breakfast, Weekend Brunch, Dessert, Dinner, and Lunch
Price Range:
$$ ($9-$15)
Alcohol:
Beer and Wine. Small, affordable wine list (by glass and bottle) and bottled microbrew beers

Features

Carryout:
Yes. Deli case with bakery goods and gourmet dishes to-go
Features:
Kids Menu
Payment Methods:
Cash and Major Credit Cards
Seating :
For 85

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5


"DELICIOUS! Support this local restaurant!"

mlochner from West suburbs - July 3, 2008

Our group of six ate at Honey in Glen Ellyn last night and everyone had an excellent meal. We had a variety of dishes, and our favorites were the c...

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"wonderful comfort food!"

Raven from western suburb - May 11, 2008

We came here for Mother's day breakfast. I had the eggs Benedict with crab meat..it was excellent. My husband had the mini variety pancakes they we...

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"Wonderfully unique food and experience"

becl15 from Lakeview - May 4, 2008

Food choices are unique variations on traditional favorites, all with that touch of homemade care and love that only a one-of-a-kind, non chain est...

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