The Greek Homestyle Restaurant In Illinois With Food So Good You'll Ask For Seconds... And Thirds
By Linze Rice|Published September 28, 2023
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Linze Rice
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Ope! From the rural cornfields of DeKalb County, Linze is an Illinois native and true Midwestern gal who can make a mean bonfire and whip up a perfect marshmallow salad. Since 2014, her bylines and photography have appeared in the Chicago Tribune, Chicago Magazine, Chicago Sun-Times, and Block Club Chicago/DNAinfo Chicago, Only in Your State, and more. She has interviewed Dolly Parton, written about beloved diners along historic Route 66, visited the last Rainforest Cafe in the Illinois, and reviewed luxurious English manor-inspired hotels. Whether it's writing about a local gem or world-renowned establishment, Linze brings a heartwarming and historical perspective to each story, using facts, wit, and personal experience to impress upon readers the importance of culture, food, travel, and all things local. Her favorite destinations in Illinois include Starved Rock State Park, Chicago's Edgewater neighborhood, the charming small town of Sycamore, and historic Rosehill Cemetery. When she's not writing or photographing, Linze enjoys gardening, spending time with her husband and pets, cooking, baking, and grilling, and relaxing with trashy TV.
Sometimes one of the hardest parts of being an Illinoisan is trying to decide where to eat. There are so many exceptional places to eat in the Prairie State — whether it’s a local food truck, a hometown diner, or a fine dining experience, we’re lucky to have an abundance of options. Yet, while I love trying new experiences, there is always something comforting about dining on my favorite foods — I love to feast on meals that are both familiar to my region, and done with lots of love and care. Fortunately, this Greek-American food in Lemont, IL is among the best in the area for these very reasons.
The Lemon Tree Casual Dining restaurant, 1035 State St., is one of the most popular eateries located in the Chicago suburbs — with longtime fans coming from near and far to get helping after helping of their favorite Greek and American dishes.
Of course, the gyros are among the favorite dishes here, with meat tenderly slow-cooked and freshly sliced to order before being topped with fresh veggies and sauce.
Sub sandwiches are another go-to item here, with plenty of options to choose from like turkey, salami, ham, cheese and veggie, roast beef, tuna salad, hot pastrami, and more. Plus, you can get it served hot or cold — your choice!
However, the diner's biggest claim to fame is its beloved butter and garlic fries, known to fans as B&G Fries. Fried to perfection and covered in a succulent garlicky seasoning, these are a must for any regular or visiting customer. And if you're still not full — go up for another helping, this time with dessert! A classic soft-serve twist cone is the cherry on top of a mouthwatering meal here.
