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About The Full Plate

The Full Plate is a welcoming restaurant on Harlem Rd in Loves Park, offering a dining experience that feels both comfortable and thoughtfully put together.

With a strong 4.5-star rating from 91 reviews, it has earned the trust of guests who appreciate reliable service, quality food, and a setting that makes it easy to relax and enjoy a meal.

Whether you are stopping in for breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner, or dessert, this is the kind of place that fits naturally into your day, from a quick solo meal to a leisurely table-service experience with family or friends.

Guests are drawn to The Full Plate for its great coffee, local specialty offerings, and menu that balances comfort food with healthy options, quick bites, small plates, and classic coffee service.

It is a versatile choice for every appetite and every occasion, with dine-in, takeaway, and delivery available to make enjoying a meal simple and convenient. The atmosphere is casual, cozy, and quiet, creating an inviting space where you can unwind, enjoy a warm meal, and feel at ease.

With breakfast, lunch, and dinner served, The Full Plate delivers the kind of dependable variety that keeps customers coming back again and again.

Accessibility and convenience are also part of what makes this restaurant stand out. The Full Plate offers wheelchair-accessible parking, entrance, seating, and toilet facilities, helping ensure that more guests can enjoy the restaurant comfortably. Restroom access, table service, and flexible payment options including credit and debit cards add to the ease of the experience.

Located at 2033 Harlem Rd, Loves Park, IL 61111, United States, and reachable at +1 779-970-5926, The Full Plate is a dependable destination for anyone looking for a satisfying meal, a welcoming setting, and the peace of mind that comes from choosing a well-reviewed local favorite.

★★★★★ 4.50 rating (91 reviews)
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A Taste of Tradition

Welcome to a place where great food meets warm hospitality. We believe dining is more than just a meal - it's an experience to be savored and shared.

Our kitchen is dedicated to creating dishes that bring people together, using recipes that honor tradition while embracing innovation.

  • Fresh Daily Specials
  • Private Dining Available
  • Catering Services
  • Takeout & Delivery

Guest Reviews

Hear from our valued guests

Scarlett

Scarlett

7 months ago

The food was AMAZING. Their vegetables are cut fresh daily and you can taste the difference. They have cheesecake stuffed Swedish pancakes like WHATTTTTT. This place is so amazing I already have my next few meals . Let me say to on skillets I usually jump for hot sauce. Nothing extra was needed.

Sherri Robertson

Sherri Robertson

6 months ago

This is our second time here and we will definitely return. Excellent service, plenty of choices on their full menu. The Swedish pancakes are perfection. Both visits, I had special requests and they made them without hesitation. There is nothing more pleasing than to have modifications made without feeling like a burden or being ignored completely. Great atmosphere and no rush to leave with a large group.

Sheri White

Sheri White

6 months ago

Love to stop here for a hearty breakfast in a warm, homey atmosphere. The food is always fresh, hot and served quickly. Nice, large and varied menu. I will come back for lunch sometime and have one of their delicious looking salmon dishes. Perfect to dine alone or with friends and family.

Marc McGill

Marc McGill

8 months ago

Stopped in this morning for breakfast. My girlfriend and I really enjoyed our food. She had biscuits and gravy and I had the country fried steak. We shared some cinnamon French toast. Everything we had was great!! Would definitely recommend.

Heather Kramp

Heather Kramp

5 months ago

I’ve ordered from here several times and this is my new favorite local diner! The skillets are portioned very generously, fresh ingredients, pancakes are thick and fluffy. The eggs Benedict was spot on. I’ve had the gyro wrap which was delish along with their handmade soup! Wonderful each and every time!

Natalie Underhill

Natalie Underhill

2 months ago

Such a great family owned business. The staff was friendly. Could see them welcoming the regulars. Loved it. Good was good and reasonably priced. Went for breakfast and definitely want to go back and see how lunch/dinner is too. Will definitely be back.

JOE GONZO

JOE GONZO

7 months ago

Couldn't decide on breakfast or lunch. I had the country fried steak and eggs the wife had the corned beef hash and eggs. She was not able to finish hers. Delicious food absolutely divine! I suggest trying their 15 page menu.

jeanne rowell

jeanne rowell

8 months ago

A refreshing taste of homemade goodness. My hubby enjoyed the Lucky Irish Benedict, a twist to the traditional Benedict adding corned beef hash to the mix. I had the the Swedish 1x4 pancake. The Swedish pancake was perfect. The egg was fresh. Good food for the money Jenna our server was pleasant. Service was quick. My hubby and I recommend the Full Plate!

Lee

Lee

9 months ago

Managed to check this place out on their second day open. Not sure what it looked like inside before, but it was quaint. Looked updated and had some decent space. I tried their Bacado Benedict and loved it! Very generous helping. My kid got Mickey Mouse pancakes and was over the moon. My husband got some Swedish pancakes, eggs, and sausage. He was very happy with the pancakes. Syndi was an amazing server. Chatted with all of us, made my kid's day to be part of conversations. This place is a nice little diner, perfect spot for breakfast. They always seem to have cars in their lot, which ia promising!

Ligia Veliciu

Ligia Veliciu

month ago

Best corned beef skillet I've ever had!! Love the option for a short stack (2) of swedish pancakes (crepes), as I often want "something sweet" on the side. The atmosphere feels cozy, and the kitchen looks so home-y and welcoming. Plus, the prices here are affordable, especially considering just how absolutely delicious and satisfying the meals are. Truly, you get a full plate! We are definitely coming back!!!!!!!! Also!!! Desserts are delicious, so don't skip out on the pie!!!!!

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Common questions about The Full Plate

Business Features

Highlights & Amenities

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible car park
  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible seating
  • Wheelchair-accessible toilet

Service options

  • Takeaway
  • Dine-in
  • Delivery

Highlights

  • Great coffee
  • Serves local specialty

Popular for

  • Breakfast
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Solo dining

Offerings

  • Coffee
  • Comfort food
  • Healthy options
  • Quick bite
  • Small plates

Dining options

  • Breakfast
  • Brunch
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Dessert
  • Seating
  • Table service

Amenities

  • Restroom

Atmosphere

  • Casual
  • Cozy
  • Quiet

Crowd

  • Groups
  • Tourists

Payments

  • Credit cards
  • Debit cards

Children

  • Good for kids
  • High chairs
  • Kids' menu

Parking

  • Free parking lot
  • Free street parking
  • Plenty of parking

Visit Us

We look forward to welcoming you. Make a reservation or stop by - walk-ins welcome!

Location

2033 Harlem Rd, Loves Park, IL 61111, United States

Reservations

+1 779-970-5926

Hours

Closed · Sunday 7 AM-3 PM
Monday 7 AM-3 PM
Tuesday 7 AM-3 PM
Wednesday 7 AM-3 PM
Thursday 7 AM-3 PM
Friday 7 AM-8 PM
Saturday 7 AM-3 PM
Sunday 7 AM-3 PM
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