Great Lakes Cafe - Gary

I've always seen the road signs, but never stopped because it was tucked away in the cut between 3 railroad tracks leading to the US Steel Mill. As we made our way through the American diner themed mom and pop cafe, our order was taken and immediately delivered to our table in a timely fashion with the food piping hot. The steam rippled off the pancakes and homemade hashbrowns like on the saturday cartoons I used to watch. The owners were there and came out to check on us more than once. The portions were enormous and I THOUGHT I would finish it all. However, my belly was quickly satisfied. Not to mention, the affordable prices on the menu. Thank you for serving the City of Gary and the surrounding communities!

Fresh, DELICIOUS food. Very friendly and helpful staff. Cindy the owner is the best. You will not be disappointed. Worth an out of the way visit. God bless them.

Ate here while staying in Gary a few years ago. I haven't forgotten the warm hospitality, cozy interior, and great food. Next time I'm passing through I will have to stop here. An easy place to get to in an unassuming area of the city.

Great local restaurant with a small town hang out vibe. Chicken sandwiches are delicious, not dry, good and juicy with flavor. The fries are seasoned sort of like Rally' s but not greasy or burnt. They have daily specials. Menu prices are super reasonable. The potato soup I had was good. Good selection of red meat alternatives. Service was friendly and the food is quickly served . Out of the beaten path and close to the steel mills but worth a stop.

A coworker recommended this place while we were at the mill doing a job. I came in a couple weeks later. It's about 15 miles from where I stay but it is definitely worth it. The food is high quality and the prices are fair. The restaurant itself is a quaint little place tucked away between two mills in Gary.