Leif's No 2

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  If you wanna walk straight into an early 1970's  "Working Mans Lunch Counter", this is your place!  Inside, it hasn't been TOUCHED in over 30 years, even a broken stool top has never been replaced.  The cast of characters?  Everything from Factory Workers, City Workers, Old People, Families, Pimps, Drug Dealers, Gang Members!  You get it all here and everyone is cool... On to the food--Keep in mind that ONE Woman "Leif" runs the whole joint!  Cooking, Waiting Tables, Register, Carry- Outs.  I can honestly say I've never seen anyone flip a bigger pancake in my life/ definitely an art.  I would venture to say that the flat top in back has probably cooked over 100,000 pancakes!  This place is all about breakfast, Huge portions of everything all made from scratch and loaded up with BUTTER!  Also known for Burgers which are huge (At Least 3/4 LB) and served on white bread?  Meat had great flavor but the condiments were horrible.  Served on a bun with good condiments and this could be mind blowing to say the least..  Definite stop if in this area!  GTFJD

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  Posted on 02.17.13 Michael H.

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  Good greasy spoon with HUGE portions. Mrs. Leif will scold you if you don't finish.

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  Posted on 04.30.12 George A.

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  This place gives huge portions of food, but to say the food is good would be an overstatement.
  Without a doubt its single handedly contributing to the Chicago obesity problem.
  However, if you enjoy huge portions of mediocre food this is your place.

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  Posted on 11.09.11 Norman P.

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  I've also seen this place growing up (Hienie's is right across the street!) but considering it closes at 1pm, I never had the chance to check it out. But I heard many things about their epic breakfast omelettes and hamburgers. Actually, my sister is fan of their burgers. Mind you, my sister is the sweetest thing that ever graced the planet. And I'm not sayin' that just 'cuz she's my sister! She's got the voice of a butterfly and her kids are more scared of me than they are of her. So, if my sister has COJENES big enough to handle that burger, I figured why not finally give this place a shot....
  
  Man oh man, can the food at this place get you some serious hair on your chest! I ordered a Denver omelette (a mountain of what seemed like 6 eggs, cheddar cheese, onions, peppers, tomatoes, and juicy chunks of ham) with a side of some hearty hash browns. I am not lying when I tell you my plate could have easily served three people. I barely consumed a quarter of my plate before I threw in the towel!
  
  I can't wait to go back and try other stuff from their menu. I say this because, the crabby Asian lady who served as the cook, waitress, and cashier steered me a clear from ordering an order of french toast with my meal (she was like, "No...No...No...TOO MUCH! You won't even finish it!). My sister says she won't even take custom orders (i.e. no onions, extra cheese, etc.) when people ask for it. She means business, and it shows in her food.
  
  p.s. This place gets for 3 stars just because the food was good, but the portions are waaaayy to much for me. I'm sure if I was a trucker, it would get 5 stars!
  
  Tip: This place is not good for groups. Don't go with more than three people.

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  Posted on 08.27.10 Rebecca C.

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  Leif's is a laid back trucking stop type of restaurant. Go there for the food, and leave with a smile. At first glance, the restaurant appears as a family home that was made into small restaurant, which is exactly what it is, but inside you will find some of the best food you have ever had, and they have the newspaper clippings to prove just that; being featured in the Suntimes and Tribune 3 times. The best items on the very small menu are the steak & eggs, and hamburgers, and both are of monstrous proportions. Even in this troubled economy you will find a good deal at Leif's.

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  Posted on 06.22.10 Jon B.

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  like twista?  well, you might be able to see him eating his steak and eggs here!!  haha!  with his platinum grillz on!  this small diner offers yummy southern cooking without the hospitality.  the grumpy asian lady that owns the place is hilarious and will not hesitate to kick you out if you are out of line.  
  the prices are great for the amount of food she serves you.  also try her 5 lbs hamburger! just kidding, it's not 5 lbs but it's huge.  =D

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  Posted on 12.01.06 joanne y.

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