Kara A
My family had a wonderful experience at Parkway Restaurant yesterday evening. We arrived around 4:30–5pm on a Saturday—just before the rush—and were warmly greeted by a kind bearded gentleman who happily gave us the booth we wanted.
The place felt clean, from the tables to the window sills to the blinds (even the women’s bathroom). We sat near the kitchen, which was pleasantly calm and not noisy like at some diners.
Our server, a friendly young woman with blonde hair, was attentive and knew the menu well. Food arrived quickly and piping hot. I ordered the Hot Roast Beef Sandwich—exactly the classic I’d been craving: dark gravy, instant mashed potatoes, Wonder bread, and perfectly thin roast beef. Pure 1980s small-town nostalgia!
My husband’s fried seafood platter was so good he kept insisting I try it, and everything—from the fish to the crinkle fries—had that old-school flavor. My son said his hamburger was one of the best he’s ever had.
Even on an off day, I’d happily eat at Parkway again. Great service, delicious comfort food, and a nostalgic diner feel. What a cherished experience considering all the chain restaurants we are forced to eat at these days!
… moreAshley
Thank you Tracy! You are always so wonderful. Her personality and recommendations truly make her a fantastic waitress. We attended this place with a large party and she handled it so well. The food is delicious! There are so many breakfast, lunch, and dinner options. Be sure to check out their daily specials too!
… moreMonica Lucid
Nice and peaceful family diner. A little pricey but HUGE portions. I couldn’t believe the size of my burger. It took quite a while to get our order taken but after that our waitress was attentive.
… moreRonnie Hicks
Great family restaurant offering a very favorable menu. Staff is very friendly and helpful. Huge parking lot that is well lit. Favorite family restaurant of my wife and I.
… moreJammi Martin
Great food. Awesome service. Highly recommend the smoked chicken when they have it! Soups are great too!
… moreP A
Ate there and had the “homemade chili”. Trying to figure out what made it homemade. Only had beans and ground beef with a lot of spice in it. Beef was all the same size. I would think if it was homemade at least would have even a little tomatoes in it. Leads me to believe it’s hormel chili. Didn’t even eat half of it. Won’t get that again.
… moreKathy Pishghadamian
Very good, reasonably priced comfort food in a relaxed, diner-style atmosphere. Friendly service and good coffee.
… morePeter S
Been before and enjoyed it. Service was over the top this visit. Had the seafood platter this time. Shrimp, perch and haddock deep fried. The coating was tasty and crisp but they were all over cooked bordering on burnt.
… moreDoug Vandenberg
Food was great. Waitress was very helpful and knowledgeable. The checkout process with taking a senior discount was confusing for the person handling this duty. Overall very positive experience.
… morebugnoid
literally my favorite place to go in sycamore. GET THE HOT TURKEY SANDWICH. Very cozy atmosphere, and the staff have always been very nice to me : )
… more