Jam ‘n’ Jelly Cafe

Great food! Great Service! Usually a wait! But not today! Out side seating is available. We have eaten here four times! Never had a bad meal yet! Krissy is amazing! We had this young lady before! She goes above an beyond! Thank you one more time!

I ordered a ham and cheese omelet the picture I posted is exactly how the omelet came out looking I pushed on it with my fork and at least a teaspoon full of grease came out I showed it to the waitress but we had to pay for it anyway I don’t know who’s more at fault here the guy who cooked it or the guy that sent it out regular owners weren’t there if they had been there I’m sure they would not have sent that out looking like that and I’m sure they would not have made me pay for it. Usually a very good place to go. I think the owners should take a look at how things are run when they are not there

Had a great breakfast at Jam & Jelly. Our server Krissy was excellent! Very prompt and gave us some great recommendations, based on her favorites. i had the corned beef has, eggs and 2 mini waffles. My boyfriend had the Nutty Waffle, eggs and Turkey sausage. The food was served fresh and hot. Everything tasted pretty good. Coffee was okay, not the greatest. I would definitely come back. Only compliant I have is that it was a bit cold in the restaurant.

Great pancakes, great service, great skillets. This is my favorite brunch spot in the southwest suburbs (basically anywhere in Darien, Burr Ridge, Naperville, etc). It’s usually never a long wait, and the atmosphere is very family friendly. I usually order a Greek skillet. It’s a symphony for the mouth. One thing I randomly picked up on: juice is overpriced. I do like their seasonal specials, like the pumpkin pancakes. My friends often order the hot chocolate there, as they’re a fan of the marshmallows that come on top. Their waffles are good, their omelettes are fluffy but not too heavy, and they nail the basics (eggs/​toast/​turkey bacon). My only complaint really is that the kitchen is sort of exposed so you leave the place with your clothes smelling like cooking.

«Does she work here?»
«I don’t know; she’s petting that kid.»
We were already planning to be nearby, so we decided to have brunch at Jam N Jelly. It was a beautiful day, so we requested to sit on the patio. We placed that request after a few bumbling moments of confusion trying to figure out if the girl at the front desk even worked there since she clung to her cell phone, wandered back and forth between the hostess stand and a group of little kids, and then started to pet one on the head.
We only waited a few minutes before we were seated. I ordered the Spring Omelet with brie, tomatoes, and asparagus. I subbed the onions for mushrooms. This was a generous sized omelet, served with a side of hash browns and toast of pancakes (I had the Greek toast). I spread the raspberry jam on my toast, which was delicious. My omelet was good, but could have benefited from a more flavorful ingredient.
I would come back here to try some of the sweet items on the menu like the Turtle Pancakes. There’s also a proper full lunch menu with burgers, wraps, and sandwiches.

Great service and food. Had the lots of Lox platter and it was fantastic. I’m sure all the other food is just as good as I looked around at the full house. Will be coming back for sure.

Great little place in Darien. Went on a Sunday after church. Place was busy but were seated rather quickly within 15 minutes of so for a table of 5. Food was very good and service prompt. They have a good thing going. Will definitely be back!

The skirt steak and 3 eggs is perfect. They do not skimp on portions here. Food is faaaantastic

Solid breakfast. I got the salmon bennie and a side of corned beef hash. Both were good. I had expected lox-​style smoked salmon but the used lump style, which was fine. The corned beef hash had a nice crisp layer on top which is alwYs a home run. Service was attentive and friendly. The place itself is lively and fresh. We will be back!

Pretty great breakfast. We had strawberry crepes, an omelet, pancakes and 2 types of eggs Benedict all of which was very yummy! The portions are massive.

This place is an end store on a strip center. The interior was tastefully decorated and they had tables set up outside along the sidewalk area for nice weather days. Menu had much to choose from. I had the gypsy skillet and hubs had the crab Benedict (both were OK). We both agreed we would go back but would try something else on the menu.

Hmm did I somehow go to the wrong restaurant?
The reviews were glowing; the place was packed! We left disappointed, hungry, and confused.
The service was lacking, she forgot multiple things and kept disappearing. My strawberry crêpe had brown strawberries, yuck. I’d have sent it back if I could have found our waitress. My little one even left his Mickey pancake nearly untouched. No coffee refills were offered, darn.
Perhaps the amazing jellies and jam would have saved the day but we didn’t receive any with our toast. We aren’t bad patrons I promise!
Tempted to visit again only to see if we just visited on a really off day.

Great brunchy brekkie spot. Tastey coffee, good service, delish stuff on the large menu.
I ordered the spinach eggs benedict, and it was served perfectly. Fresh sauteed spinach, properly poached eggs, on a toasted english muffin. Hash browns on the side which I requested crispy, and they were crispy! Added a side of sausage patties, and I left wanting NOTHING! They even obliged my request for a to-​go cup of coffee at no charge.
Alittle on the pricey side, but very good!

Really plain jane. Nothing spectacular about this place. Came here hungry and we had the florentine and Greek skillet. Usually, food taste better when I’m hungry but I thought both dishes were just ok. Portions were generous though.

Bring your family here for breakfast! The owners and their staff are attentive and patient and the service is prompt, professional and friendly. The place is immaculate, our clothes never smell like food when we leave and the food never leaves us feeling «greasy.» I highly recommend this spot for breakfast. PS the earlier you can get here, the better. They fill up quickly mid-​mornings on the weekends.

House Jam is phenomenal. Was just a little surprise that they didn’t sell the product. I ordered a corned beef has with 2 eggs over easy. The portion was gargantuan. Not overly impressed with the corned beef. Eggs were cooked nicely. But the JAM. THE JAM! It was literally the most amazing thing I’ve ever tasted. Next visit, I think I’m just going to order something I can smear jam all over. Please sell your jam!

Came in here on a Friday morning and it was pretty busy! Usually it looks very busy on weekends… and now I know why.
Service is great and even though it was busy we were very well attended.
Besides the standard breakfast omelets, skillets, and egg plates… they have many more interesting options and specials of the day. There are a variety of teas to choose from and the coffee is good. We all enjoyed our skillets (mine was veggi. yum yum) and the homemade jam/​jelly is a great perk! Normally, we do not ask for a box for leftovers, but the cranberry walnut bread was so good we had to box it up for later!
Overall, I think it is a bit pricier than other neighborhood breakfast places but the food makes up for it so it is worth it.

Food portions here are just right. Staff are friendly. Location is great. Parking space is on the short side.

We got in just in time. As soon as we sat down the crowds poured in. It’s an average café but the staff is really nice. The waitress and hostess kept checking on us, but not so much that it was intrusive or annoying.
My mom’s America Skillet was really good, and so was the Red Velvet French Toast. The Vanilla Iced Coffee was also really good. The omelets and hash browns are average. I could have done without the side of fruit.

I told myself I’d eat half. Whatever I ordered, I’d eat half, take the rest home and eat it for lunch. But it was so good, that my restriction conviction took an eviction and soon I found myself with an empty plate.
What’d I have, you ask? Why, the eggs benedict skillet, of course. I’ve never seen this offered anywhere before, and it was delightful. Cubed potatoes, bits of Canadian bacon, hollandaise and poached eggs. Sounds pretty perfect, no? It was prepared wonderfully.
Their skillets also come with pancakes, which you can upgrade to their specialty pancakes if you desire. And desire, I did. I love me some potato pancakes, and these were fresh homemade, perfectly crisp around the edges, and oniony-​potatoey on the inside.
They give you enough food for two people, or two meals, so come hungry or else you’ll be sharing or taking some home, or walking away feeling like a pig… like I did. Oh well. What’s another few miles on the trail, right?
Service was quick, pleasant and friendly. And they were able to seat me right away on a busy Saturday morning. I’d say it all worked out in my flavor. So punny. Give ‘em a try!