Another great foodie location. I stopped here for breakfast and had an omelet with salsa and a salad. This was a very pleasant experience. I hope they pay the workers a fair wage.
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Robert G.
On the way into the garden with the family, we decided to grab lunch somewhere near Glencoe. Our first option ended up being closed permanently, so we opted for Meg's Cafe. We walked in, and I thought... ooh. How very clean. It's located in a wonderful walkable part of (what I think is) the Glencoe town center. Everything is trimmed nice, the inside is very white, it's just nice and clean. So what did I get? The fish tacos, of course. The risk paid off, and overturned my overall philosophy regarding fish tacos (before this, I thought they were an abomination before the Lord). With the right fish, blackened, good salsa and fresh vegetables, it turns out that fish tacos can taste good. And these tasted great. My wife had a tomato bisque that was excellent. Smooth, bright and with just the right balance of tomato versus oil / broth. We finished things off with a couple of cookies from the bakery. It's been 4 months so I don't remember the exact flavors; I just remember they were as fantastic as the rest of the meal. The best part about our lunch was that even though the cafe is surrounded by million-dollar houses, lunch didn't set us back an arm and a leg. Sounds good to me! If you're in the northern suburbs and looking for a great place to catch lunch, Meg's Cafe is highly recommended.
(5)
Andrea R.
Meg's Cafe? An Apple a Day? I've been confused by what their official name is ever since moving to Glencoe, but they can call themselves whatever they want as long as they continue making delicious tomato soup and tuna salad. I haven't branched out from that combo in the half a dozen times I've been to Meg's Cafe/An Apple a Day because it's that good. This is a great spot for lunch (closed Sundays) when you're looking for something a bit fancier than the other "order from the counter" spots in town. I recently took my kids for the first time on a Saturday. We not only scored a table for 7 people right away (whoo hoo), but the service was relatively fast and their kids meals were way better than what my kids normally eat. They went to town on their order of spaghetti and I couldn't help, but steal some of their grilled cheese to go along with my favorite tomato soup. I also recently learned that they are open for dinner. While it doesn't look like my soup/salad combo is on the dinner menu, it looks worth checking out.
(4)
Brenda M.
As a parent, it is hard to find restaurants that have food my children will actually eat. I love coming to Meg's cafe because my kids are picky eaters and Meg's always carters to their needs. They offer a wide variety of options (ex. Replace your side for fruit, roasted vegetables, roasted potatoes or their steamed vegetable of the day) and they have paper table covers and give your kids crayons to draw with. All in all, I will definitely be coming back!!!
(5)
d a.
was in there for dinner the other night. It's solid but not great and some things like the salad, bread and dessert seemed like they were not made to order and lacked freshness. The space however is wonderful, has great air especially in summer and the seating was fantastic. It's also very well priced.
(2)
Alex B.
I'm still wondering why the North Shore of Chicago still struggles to maintain anything other then mediocre restaurants. Case in point - Meg's. This place wouldn't survive 6 months in any urban locale. The only reason I can see that it's survived so long in Glencoe is a) it's clean, b) it's food doesn't taste bad, c) there is no viable alternative dining establishment in Glencoe. I view this as more of an indictment of the clientele in Glencoe then of Meg's - why change if its working for you? So here we go - the food is dull. The ingedients mediocre (I ordered a chicken dish which came topped with a canned pineapple ring - a crime that I believe was banned by the Geneva Convention), and the room was meh. Oh, and the service is slow and inattentive. Nothing to see here, move along (to another place that will do more then put boring, bad food in front of you). Pass.
(1)
Burgh Fan B.
Liked it a lot. Good food and nice atmosphere.
(4)
K W.
Had a great salmon burger for lunch. It is homemade, they chop or grind the salmon in-house. I have been here for lunch many times, and usually leave happy. Sitting outside when the weather allows is lovely.
(4)
Allison M.
Adorable decor, reasonable prices, fresh baked goods, great-tasting food, and more than anything, phenomenal service. I ordered the half-soup half-sandwich combo with the mushroom barley soup and the vegetable foccaccia sandwich. But sadly, they don't do the half-and-half combo with the vegetable foccaccia! So I gave in and decided I'd take my extra half home. But in the kitchen, they found out that another lady at another table also wanted half of the vegetable foccaccia. And instead of just making extra bank on us, they split the sandwich in half and gave one to each of us. So astute, so flexible, so willing and eager to please. And I'm so glad they did... The sandwich tasted so good, I'm not sure I could have held back from eating the other half if it was on my plate! Good thing the mushroom barley soup was so earthy and delicious too. And the salad came with beets! What a great touch. What a fantastically great experience in general.
(5)
Jayne D.
They've remodeled and improved what was already a cute space. It's more modern and upscale now, perhaps to be competitive at dinner time with Guildhall. The food and service here are still terrific. My favorites are the butternut squash soup, omelets, Cobb salad, burger and chicken salad (both varieties). I'm not surprised that on a recent Saturday lunch time visit, nearly every table was full. I'm glad to see Meg's still doing well.
(5)
Liz S.
Food like your mom used to make. Actually, my mom doesn't really cook anymore, so we went there while I was in town to enjoy a lovely meatloaf dinner, and a bowl of scrumptious butternut squash soup on a cold winter night. Homemade flavor, with just-out-of-the-oven fresh bread, and friendly service. I went back on a weekday to enjoy their soup and sandwich special, the roasted chicken salad sandwich and the mushroom and barley soup. Great deal for $11 an the soup was absolutely delicious - I could survive on Meg's soups as my only food source. OH, and the muffins are delicious. The carrot muffin is my favorite, while my mom absolutely loves the chocolate, and the cinnamon one was great too. Be sure to get one to go for breakfast the next day. Great little spot to enjoy a casual meal, without excess frills, and with an interior as bright and cheerful as the staff.
(4)
Tasha P.
A client raved about Meg's Cafe so I stopped in to pick up some tomato soup. It was very good, but a little too creamy for my tummy. I would try their other soups in an instant. I had a cupcake, and no complaints there. it looks like a slightly fancier place. I wouldn't take a five year old there. I also think there's no point getting a turkey sandwich (which a reviewer complained about) here when they cook so well! I've heard everything is great here.
(3)
Bex A.
Super cute interior, little pricy for lunch 10-15, but every thing is fresh and made from scratch the food is worth the trip. Busy at lunch, but service was very timely and you can speak at normal voice level.
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He And She I.
Very nice little place from which to watch the neighborhood. A little pricey, but you get what you pay for...you are in the metro area.
(4)
Rowena M.
Nice casual place to have lunch in the area. Service was pleasant and courteous. I ordered the salmon salad which was quite filling and I almost fought with my girls for the Mac and cheese they ordered cause it looked scrumptious! I'll definitely keep this place in mind when I'm in the area.
(4)
Leslie S.
we wanted so badly to like this place- unfortuately we did not. Surprisingly busy for lack lustre food. My husbands chicken was dried out and tasteless and sitting in a watery pool of pasta. My husband bitched all day that it was the worst lunch he had in years. My chicken salad was loaded with more raisins than chicken and boring. No rolls, just crappy sesame covered crackers. Not worth the money, totally and completely boring. Reminded me of a church basement with lots of little old ladies who pick at their food. Yuck..
(1)
Jonathan W.
Best chicken pot-pie I have ever had. Simply delicious. Truly delightful. I would come again all the way from Berkeley, California just for another one! Barbara is also a charming host/owner.
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Michelle H.
R u kidding?! Reading the menu we thought were in for some culinary treats. Wow - throwing a bag of chips on top of a turkey on whole wheat and charging $10?! The soup selections sounded interesting, yet nothing to write home about when a (half-filled) bowl of black beans in broth with some sweet peppers and onions is $6. Really disappointing since they're catering is decent.
(2)
Mac P.
price - ok for neighborhood but not cheap: $12-15 entrees decor - basic room, too much light in the evening food - very tasty lemon chicken piccata with linguini and their new zealand riesling by the glass is quite nice service - very friendly, fast and personal. these people care.
(4)
Ella H.
I've used An Apple a Day twice for dinner parties. They were just great to work with. Website is nice and informative. The gal who helped me on the phone had great suggestions. Food was excellent and beautifully presented. The server I used thru them was fantastic.
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Sarah Beth B.
I finally made it to Apple a Day on New Years Eve day, and it was worth it! I live in the city, but I'm on the north shore a lot, so Apple a Day was a great find. It was a rainy day, so I definitely needed soup and a sandwich, and Meg's delivered. I had a perfect blt and a delightful chicken and barley soup. My boyfriend had the same sandwich but with the tomato bisque-- I'm not sure which soup was better, but they were both some of the best soups I've ever had. If this place was closer to me, I'd be in trouble! Top it off with unlimited cokes and some of the nicest waitstaff I've ever had, this is so far my favorite lunch spot for when I visit the 'burbs.
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Yvonne Y.
So glad there's a place to go for a tasty meal with a semi-casual ambiance at a decent price. They close at 8pm on weeknights and we had a wonderful dinner there last night sitting outdoor with our baby. Generous portion of caesar salad then meatloaf with mashed potatoes and steamed broccoli plus a glass of wine. It's hard to find these places in Glencoe so I'm really grateful they're open for dinner!
(4)
Megan L.
One of the best experiences in a small restaurant I've had to date. Despite what the gentleman said, I found my meal to be excellent. I've never seen canned anything used here. The ingredients are always fresh and I've always found my meal made to order (to my demanding specifications, no less). The service is also exquisite- especially when the owner visits your table! Will recommend to all of my friends in the suburbs!
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Eddie S.
Had lunch here with my wife on our way up to the Botanic Gardens. I had a roasted chicken salad sandwich and she had a tuna salad sandwich, both with pasta salad as our side. Chicken salad was pretty solid. They said it was their restaurant specialty, and I was pretty satisfied. The wife was also happy with her tuna salad as well. The bread they use for their sandwiches was very good and the pasta salad was good too! Overall a clean place that's well kept and had some outdoor seating as well. They also had some items for sale deli counter-style. Service was good and we're glad we stopped for a nice afternoon lunch!
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Luke S.
I haven't been here in years, but they used to have an outstanding tuna sandwich. Their product was always fresh and made to order. I should go back and see if the tuna lives up to my memory.
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Ashee T.
We moved up to Glencoe a couple of months ago and have been wanting to try Meg's for lunch or dinner. Well today was the day and I will be going back for sure! I went for lunch and it was packed! I had the 1/2 sandwich & 1/2 soup. It was the perfect lunch. I ordered the tuna and it was perfect, blended just right with mayo. I chose the lentil soup which was delish and it also came with a mixed green salad. Really great and healthy lunch for only $10.00!
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Kit B.
A total mess. Hoping for a break from Glencoe's competition in overpriced adult lunch food (Foodstuffs across the street) we took a chance and discovered the problem(s) with Apple a Day. Our server had no idea what kind of bread the sandwiches came on (seriously?), customers were left waiting forever for service, food was delivered without silverware; in other words, the servers appeared untrained and unsupervised. Our $10 grilled veg on ciabatta came with 3 of 6 promised ingredients. The sandwich's only vegetable, a few sad slices of zucchini, was raw, not a grill mark on it. Customers deserve better, even in Glencoe. Setting basic standards in food prep and service is not as difficult as they make it seem.
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Joan D.
I ate there twice in one week. The first time I had the Angus burger with white, purple and sweet potato chunks. Yummy!! The next time I had the meatloaf - just okay, a little dense and underseasoned except for way too much ketchup on top which ruined the mashed potatoes. The house salad was exceptionally good each time, and very seasonal and fresh. The wait staff are friendly and competent. A great spot for lunch or dinner before Ravinia, Writer's Theater or the Botanic Garden.
(4)
Chelsea O.
A perfect spot for lunch. The food is delicious and the staff is professional and friendly. Yummy! Salads and sandwiches...everything made fresh to order. But be sure to save room for the homemade desserts.
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Jen T.
This is a very enjoyable restauarnt that makes wonderful salads. It is very laid back and the staff are friendly. They also cater and I would expect that if it is anything like the restaurant that they do a great job.
(4)
Alan R.
My mom used to order from here years ago and they have awesome turkey roll ups/wraps.
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Amy O.
We love megs cafe. My husband gets the lemon piccata chicken every time for dinner. I like their comfort food...they have great chicken pot pie. They have great meatloaf. They have great tomato bisque (and you can order a large container to go). For the kids menu, their chicken tenders are fit for an adult. It is real chicken breast freshly breaded with a delicate Panko crust. Much better then the heavily breaded deep fried variety that I have come to expect in kids meals. They also cut the grapes in half for the kids. (A small but appreciated detail). I never think of for a girlfriend dinner. Maybe if they did a fun thing like half price wine on Tuesdays or something like that, you would attract the mom set for dinner? Of course with the new writers theatre and your solid menu, I don't think you will have problems filling your tables!
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Christine C.
Wonderful family restaurant, always welcoming and especially accommodating to our three-year-old and baby. I go often for breakfast (chocolate chip pancakes on Saturdays, omelettes during the week), lunch (a limited but very interesting menu), and dinner. The food is always satisfying and the exceptionally friendly staff will get you whatever you want!
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Michelle S.
Nothing special here. Nothing that popped out during my dining experience. Nothing that has stayed on my mind since leaving. The one thing I did enjoy was being able to sit outside on a gorgeous day. Otherwise the food was lackluster and the service was mediocre.
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Andrew L.
Meg's Cafe in Glencoe is a favorite spot. Not cheap, but you are always assured of tasty entrees, and a good variety of those. Meg's is slightly retro for those wanting tin roof ceilings, white table cloths, china and real flatware. Salad/meat combinations are especially good, as are the desserts. Service too is friendly and not too pushy. Great carry-out too if you want to eat at home. Highly recommended. For the person that rated Meg's as "lackluster" and "mediocre" I'm wondering if we ate at the same place. Also, I agree with the reviewer who enjoyed the salmon burger.
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Carrie R.
Do Not Go If You Have Kids or Are Under 65! As a Glencoe resident, I enjoy eating out regularly in Glencoe area, sometimes with my husband, sometimes with just mom friends, sometimes with the kids. I eat with my kids anywhere from Foodstuffs to Guildhall, eat at nearby Prairie Grass, Zodiac, Cafe Buongiorno, and Happ Inn regularly, always have a pleasant experience, have never had a complaint myself, and regularly am complimented by the staff by my kids behaviour. I certainly recognize that there are appropriate times and places to have kids (ex, I would bring kids to Guildhall for Sunday brunch but certainly not Michael for a 7pm seating), as I myself expect an adult environment at a nicer place during the later evening. However, on my first and last trip to a casual Meg's Cafe at 5pm on a Friday with my kids and a friend's kids (where I figured we could eat and then meet my husband by the train station after work), I encountered an almost hostile environment. Meg's was 3/4 empty, but the other clientele were all elderly and literally glared just as we were walking in. We sat in the very back section as to be courteous to the other guests. The service was slow and while the kids were not perfect (but not being bad), until a woman (presumably the restaurant manager) came up and told us apparently "every guest" in the restaurant had complained about kids in the establishment. We instructed the kids only to whisper and left as soon as we could pay the bill, with half-eaten food. I certainly understand if Meg's wants to only cater to the elderly crowd, but then they should not misleadingly have a kids menu. I'm disappointed that such a convenient restaurant is no longer a viable option, but I certainly will not patronize (with or without my kids) an establishment that during an early evening hour and in a casual environment (both factors that typically make a restaurant kid-appropriate) is rude, makes you feel embarrassed, and is not kid-friendly.
(1)
Vaidehi R.
Great place! Good wine and great soups. More than all, a very relaxing place even if you are dining alone!! Friendly staff. Will go back as son as I get a chance again.
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Lynn R.
I use Meg's cafe to cater all my work related lunches. Everything is always abundant and flavorful. They appreciate the business and they'll always make your catered events look good If you live in the area. Shop locally !!
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Vishal S.
Another great foodie location. I stopped here for breakfast and had an omelet with salsa and a salad. This was a very pleasant experience. I hope they pay the workers a fair wage.
(5)Robert G.
On the way into the garden with the family, we decided to grab lunch somewhere near Glencoe. Our first option ended up being closed permanently, so we opted for Meg's Cafe. We walked in, and I thought... ooh. How very clean. It's located in a wonderful walkable part of (what I think is) the Glencoe town center. Everything is trimmed nice, the inside is very white, it's just nice and clean. So what did I get? The fish tacos, of course. The risk paid off, and overturned my overall philosophy regarding fish tacos (before this, I thought they were an abomination before the Lord). With the right fish, blackened, good salsa and fresh vegetables, it turns out that fish tacos can taste good. And these tasted great. My wife had a tomato bisque that was excellent. Smooth, bright and with just the right balance of tomato versus oil / broth. We finished things off with a couple of cookies from the bakery. It's been 4 months so I don't remember the exact flavors; I just remember they were as fantastic as the rest of the meal. The best part about our lunch was that even though the cafe is surrounded by million-dollar houses, lunch didn't set us back an arm and a leg. Sounds good to me! If you're in the northern suburbs and looking for a great place to catch lunch, Meg's Cafe is highly recommended.
(5)Andrea R.
Meg's Cafe? An Apple a Day? I've been confused by what their official name is ever since moving to Glencoe, but they can call themselves whatever they want as long as they continue making delicious tomato soup and tuna salad. I haven't branched out from that combo in the half a dozen times I've been to Meg's Cafe/An Apple a Day because it's that good. This is a great spot for lunch (closed Sundays) when you're looking for something a bit fancier than the other "order from the counter" spots in town. I recently took my kids for the first time on a Saturday. We not only scored a table for 7 people right away (whoo hoo), but the service was relatively fast and their kids meals were way better than what my kids normally eat. They went to town on their order of spaghetti and I couldn't help, but steal some of their grilled cheese to go along with my favorite tomato soup. I also recently learned that they are open for dinner. While it doesn't look like my soup/salad combo is on the dinner menu, it looks worth checking out.
(4)Brenda M.
As a parent, it is hard to find restaurants that have food my children will actually eat. I love coming to Meg's cafe because my kids are picky eaters and Meg's always carters to their needs. They offer a wide variety of options (ex. Replace your side for fruit, roasted vegetables, roasted potatoes or their steamed vegetable of the day) and they have paper table covers and give your kids crayons to draw with. All in all, I will definitely be coming back!!!
(5)d a.
was in there for dinner the other night. It's solid but not great and some things like the salad, bread and dessert seemed like they were not made to order and lacked freshness. The space however is wonderful, has great air especially in summer and the seating was fantastic. It's also very well priced.
(2)Alex B.
I'm still wondering why the North Shore of Chicago still struggles to maintain anything other then mediocre restaurants. Case in point - Meg's. This place wouldn't survive 6 months in any urban locale. The only reason I can see that it's survived so long in Glencoe is a) it's clean, b) it's food doesn't taste bad, c) there is no viable alternative dining establishment in Glencoe. I view this as more of an indictment of the clientele in Glencoe then of Meg's - why change if its working for you? So here we go - the food is dull. The ingedients mediocre (I ordered a chicken dish which came topped with a canned pineapple ring - a crime that I believe was banned by the Geneva Convention), and the room was meh. Oh, and the service is slow and inattentive. Nothing to see here, move along (to another place that will do more then put boring, bad food in front of you). Pass.
(1)Burgh Fan B.
Liked it a lot. Good food and nice atmosphere.
(4)K W.
Had a great salmon burger for lunch. It is homemade, they chop or grind the salmon in-house. I have been here for lunch many times, and usually leave happy. Sitting outside when the weather allows is lovely.
(4)Allison M.
Adorable decor, reasonable prices, fresh baked goods, great-tasting food, and more than anything, phenomenal service. I ordered the half-soup half-sandwich combo with the mushroom barley soup and the vegetable foccaccia sandwich. But sadly, they don't do the half-and-half combo with the vegetable foccaccia! So I gave in and decided I'd take my extra half home. But in the kitchen, they found out that another lady at another table also wanted half of the vegetable foccaccia. And instead of just making extra bank on us, they split the sandwich in half and gave one to each of us. So astute, so flexible, so willing and eager to please. And I'm so glad they did... The sandwich tasted so good, I'm not sure I could have held back from eating the other half if it was on my plate! Good thing the mushroom barley soup was so earthy and delicious too. And the salad came with beets! What a great touch. What a fantastically great experience in general.
(5)Jayne D.
They've remodeled and improved what was already a cute space. It's more modern and upscale now, perhaps to be competitive at dinner time with Guildhall. The food and service here are still terrific. My favorites are the butternut squash soup, omelets, Cobb salad, burger and chicken salad (both varieties). I'm not surprised that on a recent Saturday lunch time visit, nearly every table was full. I'm glad to see Meg's still doing well.
(5)Liz S.
Food like your mom used to make. Actually, my mom doesn't really cook anymore, so we went there while I was in town to enjoy a lovely meatloaf dinner, and a bowl of scrumptious butternut squash soup on a cold winter night. Homemade flavor, with just-out-of-the-oven fresh bread, and friendly service. I went back on a weekday to enjoy their soup and sandwich special, the roasted chicken salad sandwich and the mushroom and barley soup. Great deal for $11 an the soup was absolutely delicious - I could survive on Meg's soups as my only food source. OH, and the muffins are delicious. The carrot muffin is my favorite, while my mom absolutely loves the chocolate, and the cinnamon one was great too. Be sure to get one to go for breakfast the next day. Great little spot to enjoy a casual meal, without excess frills, and with an interior as bright and cheerful as the staff.
(4)Tasha P.
A client raved about Meg's Cafe so I stopped in to pick up some tomato soup. It was very good, but a little too creamy for my tummy. I would try their other soups in an instant. I had a cupcake, and no complaints there. it looks like a slightly fancier place. I wouldn't take a five year old there. I also think there's no point getting a turkey sandwich (which a reviewer complained about) here when they cook so well! I've heard everything is great here.
(3)Bex A.
Super cute interior, little pricy for lunch 10-15, but every thing is fresh and made from scratch the food is worth the trip. Busy at lunch, but service was very timely and you can speak at normal voice level.
(5)He And She I.
Very nice little place from which to watch the neighborhood. A little pricey, but you get what you pay for...you are in the metro area.
(4)Rowena M.
Nice casual place to have lunch in the area. Service was pleasant and courteous. I ordered the salmon salad which was quite filling and I almost fought with my girls for the Mac and cheese they ordered cause it looked scrumptious! I'll definitely keep this place in mind when I'm in the area.
(4)Leslie S.
we wanted so badly to like this place- unfortuately we did not. Surprisingly busy for lack lustre food. My husbands chicken was dried out and tasteless and sitting in a watery pool of pasta. My husband bitched all day that it was the worst lunch he had in years. My chicken salad was loaded with more raisins than chicken and boring. No rolls, just crappy sesame covered crackers. Not worth the money, totally and completely boring. Reminded me of a church basement with lots of little old ladies who pick at their food. Yuck..
(1)Jonathan W.
Best chicken pot-pie I have ever had. Simply delicious. Truly delightful. I would come again all the way from Berkeley, California just for another one! Barbara is also a charming host/owner.
(5)Michelle H.
R u kidding?! Reading the menu we thought were in for some culinary treats. Wow - throwing a bag of chips on top of a turkey on whole wheat and charging $10?! The soup selections sounded interesting, yet nothing to write home about when a (half-filled) bowl of black beans in broth with some sweet peppers and onions is $6. Really disappointing since they're catering is decent.
(2)Mac P.
price - ok for neighborhood but not cheap: $12-15 entrees decor - basic room, too much light in the evening food - very tasty lemon chicken piccata with linguini and their new zealand riesling by the glass is quite nice service - very friendly, fast and personal. these people care.
(4)Ella H.
I've used An Apple a Day twice for dinner parties. They were just great to work with. Website is nice and informative. The gal who helped me on the phone had great suggestions. Food was excellent and beautifully presented. The server I used thru them was fantastic.
(5)Sarah Beth B.
I finally made it to Apple a Day on New Years Eve day, and it was worth it! I live in the city, but I'm on the north shore a lot, so Apple a Day was a great find. It was a rainy day, so I definitely needed soup and a sandwich, and Meg's delivered. I had a perfect blt and a delightful chicken and barley soup. My boyfriend had the same sandwich but with the tomato bisque-- I'm not sure which soup was better, but they were both some of the best soups I've ever had. If this place was closer to me, I'd be in trouble! Top it off with unlimited cokes and some of the nicest waitstaff I've ever had, this is so far my favorite lunch spot for when I visit the 'burbs.
(5)Yvonne Y.
So glad there's a place to go for a tasty meal with a semi-casual ambiance at a decent price. They close at 8pm on weeknights and we had a wonderful dinner there last night sitting outdoor with our baby. Generous portion of caesar salad then meatloaf with mashed potatoes and steamed broccoli plus a glass of wine. It's hard to find these places in Glencoe so I'm really grateful they're open for dinner!
(4)Megan L.
One of the best experiences in a small restaurant I've had to date. Despite what the gentleman said, I found my meal to be excellent. I've never seen canned anything used here. The ingredients are always fresh and I've always found my meal made to order (to my demanding specifications, no less). The service is also exquisite- especially when the owner visits your table! Will recommend to all of my friends in the suburbs!
(5)Eddie S.
Had lunch here with my wife on our way up to the Botanic Gardens. I had a roasted chicken salad sandwich and she had a tuna salad sandwich, both with pasta salad as our side. Chicken salad was pretty solid. They said it was their restaurant specialty, and I was pretty satisfied. The wife was also happy with her tuna salad as well. The bread they use for their sandwiches was very good and the pasta salad was good too! Overall a clean place that's well kept and had some outdoor seating as well. They also had some items for sale deli counter-style. Service was good and we're glad we stopped for a nice afternoon lunch!
(4)Luke S.
I haven't been here in years, but they used to have an outstanding tuna sandwich. Their product was always fresh and made to order. I should go back and see if the tuna lives up to my memory.
(4)Ashee T.
We moved up to Glencoe a couple of months ago and have been wanting to try Meg's for lunch or dinner. Well today was the day and I will be going back for sure! I went for lunch and it was packed! I had the 1/2 sandwich & 1/2 soup. It was the perfect lunch. I ordered the tuna and it was perfect, blended just right with mayo. I chose the lentil soup which was delish and it also came with a mixed green salad. Really great and healthy lunch for only $10.00!
(4)Kit B.
A total mess. Hoping for a break from Glencoe's competition in overpriced adult lunch food (Foodstuffs across the street) we took a chance and discovered the problem(s) with Apple a Day. Our server had no idea what kind of bread the sandwiches came on (seriously?), customers were left waiting forever for service, food was delivered without silverware; in other words, the servers appeared untrained and unsupervised. Our $10 grilled veg on ciabatta came with 3 of 6 promised ingredients. The sandwich's only vegetable, a few sad slices of zucchini, was raw, not a grill mark on it. Customers deserve better, even in Glencoe. Setting basic standards in food prep and service is not as difficult as they make it seem.
(1)Joan D.
I ate there twice in one week. The first time I had the Angus burger with white, purple and sweet potato chunks. Yummy!! The next time I had the meatloaf - just okay, a little dense and underseasoned except for way too much ketchup on top which ruined the mashed potatoes. The house salad was exceptionally good each time, and very seasonal and fresh. The wait staff are friendly and competent. A great spot for lunch or dinner before Ravinia, Writer's Theater or the Botanic Garden.
(4)Chelsea O.
A perfect spot for lunch. The food is delicious and the staff is professional and friendly. Yummy! Salads and sandwiches...everything made fresh to order. But be sure to save room for the homemade desserts.
(5)Jen T.
This is a very enjoyable restauarnt that makes wonderful salads. It is very laid back and the staff are friendly. They also cater and I would expect that if it is anything like the restaurant that they do a great job.
(4)Alan R.
My mom used to order from here years ago and they have awesome turkey roll ups/wraps.
(4)Amy O.
We love megs cafe. My husband gets the lemon piccata chicken every time for dinner. I like their comfort food...they have great chicken pot pie. They have great meatloaf. They have great tomato bisque (and you can order a large container to go). For the kids menu, their chicken tenders are fit for an adult. It is real chicken breast freshly breaded with a delicate Panko crust. Much better then the heavily breaded deep fried variety that I have come to expect in kids meals. They also cut the grapes in half for the kids. (A small but appreciated detail). I never think of for a girlfriend dinner. Maybe if they did a fun thing like half price wine on Tuesdays or something like that, you would attract the mom set for dinner? Of course with the new writers theatre and your solid menu, I don't think you will have problems filling your tables!
(4)Christine C.
Wonderful family restaurant, always welcoming and especially accommodating to our three-year-old and baby. I go often for breakfast (chocolate chip pancakes on Saturdays, omelettes during the week), lunch (a limited but very interesting menu), and dinner. The food is always satisfying and the exceptionally friendly staff will get you whatever you want!
(5)Michelle S.
Nothing special here. Nothing that popped out during my dining experience. Nothing that has stayed on my mind since leaving. The one thing I did enjoy was being able to sit outside on a gorgeous day. Otherwise the food was lackluster and the service was mediocre.
(2)Andrew L.
Meg's Cafe in Glencoe is a favorite spot. Not cheap, but you are always assured of tasty entrees, and a good variety of those. Meg's is slightly retro for those wanting tin roof ceilings, white table cloths, china and real flatware. Salad/meat combinations are especially good, as are the desserts. Service too is friendly and not too pushy. Great carry-out too if you want to eat at home. Highly recommended. For the person that rated Meg's as "lackluster" and "mediocre" I'm wondering if we ate at the same place. Also, I agree with the reviewer who enjoyed the salmon burger.
(4)Carrie R.
Do Not Go If You Have Kids or Are Under 65! As a Glencoe resident, I enjoy eating out regularly in Glencoe area, sometimes with my husband, sometimes with just mom friends, sometimes with the kids. I eat with my kids anywhere from Foodstuffs to Guildhall, eat at nearby Prairie Grass, Zodiac, Cafe Buongiorno, and Happ Inn regularly, always have a pleasant experience, have never had a complaint myself, and regularly am complimented by the staff by my kids behaviour. I certainly recognize that there are appropriate times and places to have kids (ex, I would bring kids to Guildhall for Sunday brunch but certainly not Michael for a 7pm seating), as I myself expect an adult environment at a nicer place during the later evening. However, on my first and last trip to a casual Meg's Cafe at 5pm on a Friday with my kids and a friend's kids (where I figured we could eat and then meet my husband by the train station after work), I encountered an almost hostile environment. Meg's was 3/4 empty, but the other clientele were all elderly and literally glared just as we were walking in. We sat in the very back section as to be courteous to the other guests. The service was slow and while the kids were not perfect (but not being bad), until a woman (presumably the restaurant manager) came up and told us apparently "every guest" in the restaurant had complained about kids in the establishment. We instructed the kids only to whisper and left as soon as we could pay the bill, with half-eaten food. I certainly understand if Meg's wants to only cater to the elderly crowd, but then they should not misleadingly have a kids menu. I'm disappointed that such a convenient restaurant is no longer a viable option, but I certainly will not patronize (with or without my kids) an establishment that during an early evening hour and in a casual environment (both factors that typically make a restaurant kid-appropriate) is rude, makes you feel embarrassed, and is not kid-friendly.
(1)Vaidehi R.
Great place! Good wine and great soups. More than all, a very relaxing place even if you are dining alone!! Friendly staff. Will go back as son as I get a chance again.
(5)Lynn R.
I use Meg's cafe to cater all my work related lunches. Everything is always abundant and flavorful. They appreciate the business and they'll always make your catered events look good If you live in the area. Shop locally !!
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