401 N. Riverside Dr, Gurnee, IL
(847) 672-8736
A warm welcome since 2015
Riverside Cafe began as a family dream in 2015, when we opened our doors with a simple mission: to serve the best breakfast in Lake County while creating a place where families could gather and create lasting memories. What started as a small family business has grown into a beloved community institution, but we've never lost sight of our roots.
Every morning, our family comes together to prepare fresh, made-to-order meals using the finest local ingredients. From our signature pancakes to our hearty skillets, every dish is crafted with the same love and attention to detail that we put into our own family meals. We believe that great food brings people together, and we're honored to be part of your family's traditions.
When you walk through our doors, you're not just a customer – you're part of our extended family. We look forward to welcoming you home to Riverside Cafe.
Host your special occasion at Riverside Cafe
Riverside Cafe is more than just a restaurant – we're your premier venue for intimate gatherings, celebrations, and corporate events. Our charming space provides the perfect backdrop for memorable occasions.
Birthday celebrations, anniversaries, baby showers, and family gatherings
Business meetings, team building events, and client presentations
Intimate wedding receptions and rehearsal dinners
Graduation parties, retirement celebrations, and milestone events
Up to 60 guests seated, 80 for standing reception
Custom menus available for all events
Real reviews from our Riverside Cafe family
"The atmosphere is cute and open and the service is fast and friendly! The food didn't take long and coffee is made fresh! Everyone of us loved..."
"Hands down the best breakfast I've ever had in my life!! Everything was so fresh and temperature was perfect. I love this restaurant!!!"
"Many reviewers specifically praise the attentive and welcoming service, with several servers like Stephanie, Jack, and Xochitl being singled out for their exceptional performance."
"These may be the best lattes we have had since coming into town! The flavors were great and it was sweetened perfectly."
"This place is so clean and fresh! The food is yummy and it smells so good when you walk inside. It's a great place for breakfast and lunch - not a 'greasy spoon...'"
"Delicious food and no reaction. Staff was knowledgeable and GF items were specially labeled. I got gluten free pancakes, eggs, and sausage and they were very good!"
A glimpse into Riverside Cafe life