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Sarkis Cafe

Sarkis Cafe

Diner and American Restaurant$$$$
Evanston
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    Pat D.
    "Get the double bacon Loretta, surprise hash browns and a coke."(16 Tips)
    Tom B.
    "Squeeze in and get yourself a disaster, hash browns, a coke."(5 Tips)
    Alexander B.
    "I love Sarkis."(2 Tips)
    Erik R.
    "Love this little breakfast dive, a hidden gem."(2 Tips)
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  • PureWow
    PureWowJanuary 5, 2017
    A feast for $7, the Loretta layers white cheese, mayo, peppers, tomatoes, onions and your choice of bacon, ham, turkey or chorizo on a six-inch French roll. Read more
  • Ismael M.
    Ismael MoustafaFebruary 26, 2016
    Bring cash, they don't take cards. SUPER FAST, affordable, and satisfying.
  • Erik R.heart icon on user image
    Erik RowleySeptember 29, 2015
    Love this little breakfast dive, a hidden gem. Order a Chorizo Loretta with a side of hash browns, freaking fantastic!
  • Alexander B.heart icon on user image
    Alexander BlumNovember 11, 2018
    So good! I love Sarkis. I get the turkey Loretta and it is so good. I took a friend there and they were blown away by how great it was! Yum!
  • Jessica W.heart icon on user image
    Jessica WeissJune 30, 2015
    Great little hole in the wall place. They specialize in omelets but their pancakes are good too. Cash only though!
  • Tiffany B.
    Tiffany BMarch 30, 2013
    Been here 5+ times
    The bacon Loretta is my fav but for something different you MUST try the Brandons grilled cheese...amazing!!! Fried egg, 2 cheeses and bacon on French toast!!
  • Welcome to College
    Welcome to CollegeFebruary 20, 2011
    After your first Loretta & cheesey hash you'll have a hard time ordering anything else. Great spot to quickly grab a bite during your visit & the perfect cure after a late night study sesh w friends!
  • David S.heart icon on user image
    David SaefAugust 7, 2014
    Got the bacon Loretta which was delicious and then the spicy cheesy hash which was awesome! Our new breakfast dive
  • @jayelarex
    @jayelarexOctober 5, 2014
    Get the animal with cheesy hash.
  • Dustin H.heart icon on user image
    Dustin HaleyJune 21, 2021
    Absolutely amazing breakfast place! The French toast sandwich was amazing.
  • Carolheart icon on user image
    CarolOctober 5, 2014
    I would eat a Bacon Loretta every day if I could. Greasy & amazing. Perfect hangover food
  • Czarina
    CzarinaSeptember 22, 2014
    Been here 10+ times
    Their Mexican Surprise omelette and caramel iced coffee was on point. 👌
  • Brook H.
    Brook HarrisApril 12, 2012
    Try the The Bacon Loretta - Every time. Never been to the Chicago location, but you can never beat the original!
  • Geoffrey I.
    Geoffrey IschDecember 24, 2015
    Bacon Loretta and cheesy hash... Your taste buds will thank you.
  • Tony L.
    Tony LonienJuly 26, 2013
    Been here 25+ times
    Great way to start your day. Even if your day starts at 3 pm.
  • Michael S.heart icon on user image
    Michael SheehanJuly 14, 2018
    Been here 10+ times
    Loretta, Disaster, all of it #HelloBuddy #RIPSarkis
  • RJ B.heart icon on user image
    RJ BamaungApril 12, 2013
    Been here 5+ times
    Turkey bacon combo with cheesy hash is an orgasm in your mouth ;)
  • Pat D.
    Pat DogiakosJuly 24, 2011
    Get the double bacon Loretta, surprise hash browns and a coke. You won't regret it!
  • Nick F.
    Nick FruendtJanuary 8, 2015
    you gotta go here for hangover breakfast sometime
  • Angelyque L.
    Angelyque LorenzanaApril 3, 2013
    Been here 10+ times
    The bacon Loretta is soooo good with their cheesy hash browns!!!!!
  • Jeff E.
    Jeff EarlyNovember 24, 2015
    Good prices good food wish my wife liked it better.
  • M B.
    M Ben-DavidMarch 23, 2012
    Been here 10+ times
    Yummy Breakfast food type of place. Great prices, huge portions.
  • Ilya
    IlyaOctober 26, 2011
    Bacon Loretta with egg and veggies. Cheesy Hash with veggies. Bliss
  • AP O.
    AP OrlebekeJune 2, 2010
    Been here 25+ times
    Everyone gets a Loretta or a Disaster which are both awesome. Can't go wrong with anything really
  • will.i.am.not
    will.i.am.notSeptember 12, 2014
    I understand the appeal for Evanston, Skokie and Wilmette peeps, but I wouldn't come from Glenview or Glencoe to eat here.
  • Kevin H.
    Kevin HouseFebruary 4, 2010
    For first timers: there is a controlled chaos about this place but don't be scared off. Order a bacon loretta, cheesey hashbrowns, and a sunkist!
  • Brook H.
    Brook HarrisMarch 20, 2012
    Try the The Bacon Loretta - Sooo Delicious!
  • Alex U.
    Alex UrbiolaDecember 17, 2011
    Been here 10+ times
    Chorizo omelette with jalapeños is the bomb!
  • Casandra S.
    Casandra S.March 24, 2010
    Two words: Bacon Loretta!!!! Get a double if ur a bacon lover like me, you won't be disappointed!
  • Chris B.heart icon on user image
    Chris BrandtSeptember 28, 2012
    Been here 10+ times
    Disaster w/ Everything, Hash Browns, Coke to Drink.
  • Leslie D.heart icon on user image
    Leslie DrishApril 10, 2018
    Omelette & hashbrowns
  • Pearl P.
    Pearl ParkJuly 21, 2014
    The bacon loretta is O.G.
  • Angelyque L.
    Angelyque LorenzanaApril 23, 2013
    Been here 10+ times
    Mj now loves sarkis
  • Chris B.heart icon on user image
    Chris BrandtJune 9, 2013
    Been here 10+ times
    What happened here? This place used to be awesome, now it's a shanking mess.
  • Weston R.
    Weston RiescheOctober 3, 2010
    This place will cure your hangover in an instant! Amazing breakfast food!
  • Matt F.
    Matt FitzpatrickJune 15, 2012
    Been here 25+ times
    If you don't order a Loretta and cheesy hash, then you hate America
  • Tom B.
    Tom BrandtOctober 2, 2012
    Been here 25+ times
    Best Lasagna anywhere!
  • Meghan M.
    Meghan MaterMay 25, 2013
    Been here 5+ times
    Worst service in the entire world. Had to ask 5 times to order our food and they still ignored us so we left and went across the street to the Island hot dog joint. Much better food and service.
  • Dave T.heart icon on user image
    Dave ToddJanuary 13, 2016
    Omlete and Loretta
  • M O.
    M OchoMarch 16, 2013
    Been here 5+ times
    Bacon Loretta with extra bacon
  • Ryan P.
    Ryan PhilbinNovember 24, 2012
    Get a Loretta in the sun bra!!!!!
  • Bryan B.
    Bryan BerlinJune 23, 2011
    Delicious food and great service
  • Tom B.
    Tom BrandtOctober 10, 2010
    Been here 25+ times
    Squeeze in and get yourself a disaster, hash browns, a coke.
  • Brian S.
    Brian SchoenApril 22, 2012
    Been here 5+ times
    Disaster, special hash, and a coke.
  • Kiley J.
    Kiley JJuly 25, 2013
    Bacon Loretta!
  • Matt C.
    Matt ClineJuly 13, 2010
    Been here 25+ times
    Get a Bacon Loretta. Add hot sauce. Enjoy.
  • Angelyque L.
    Angelyque LorenzanaApril 12, 2013
    Been here 10+ times
    Rj has a big butt:)
  • brady h.
    brady hustonMarch 22, 2010
    i really want to hate it but it's too good...and so cheap...and next door!
  • Cliff A.
    Cliff A.March 9, 2013
    Been here 10+ times
    Eat bacon and shut up.
  • Brian B.
    Brian BlaszkowskiApril 26, 2013
    Speak clearly. I order the animal, they gave me ham and I didn't realize until I had left. :/
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