The Southern Cafe - Crest Hill, IL Menu

Signature Item! A real southern favorite that is rich, tangy & full of zesty flavors with a bit heavy on the spice for a loving sweet burn. Chicken, shrimp, Andouille sausage, carrots, red peppers & onions served over white rice topped with scallions.

Fresh chicken breast sliced, buttermilk breaded & fried to a golden brown. Served with krinkle fries, our house-made BBQ sauce & a cup of soup.

House-made meatloaf atop smashed potatoes smothered in brown gravy & topped with scallions. Served with cornbread or biscuit.

1lb Marinated and char-broiled to perfection, served two sides.

Thinly sliced potatoes, fried until crisp, and typically seasoned with salt.

Potatoes coarsely mashed and served with a rich gravy, typically including a blend of seasonings.

Crispy and flavorful fries made from sweet potatoes, a delightful twist on a classic favorite.

Shredded cabbage and carrots mixed with a rich, creamy dressing.

Tender corn, typically seasoned and cooked, offering a simple yet satisfying complement to any meal.

Green beans typically sautéed with a blend of garlic and herbs, offering a simple yet flavorful side dish.

Collard greens slow cooked with pork, offering a deep, savory taste.

Fresh, crisp broccoli florets, lightly steamed to preserve flavor and nutrition.

Garden-fresh greens tossed with a flavorful dressing

Golden, fluffy cornbread, perfect as a side or for savoring on its own.

Two jalapeños, roasted to enhance their natural flavors, typically served with a sprinkle of salt.

Green tomatoes coated in seasoned flour and cornmeal, fried until golden.

A creamy sauce made with melted pepper jack cheese, often served as a rich accompaniment to various dishes.

Fluffy biscuit smothered in our homemade country gravy & hash browns.

Same as above but with two eggs.

Signature Item! House-made drop biscuit with buttermilk chicken fried chicken, smothered in country gravy, topped with shredded cheddar & crumbled hickory smoked bacon. Served with two eggs & hash browns.

Signature Item! Buttermilk flaky drop biscuit stuffed with our crispy Southern fried\nchicken breast topped with cheezy scrambled eggs and smothered in country gravy atop\nhash browns.

House-made drop biscuit topped with country fried steak & smothered in country gravy. Served with two eggs & hash browns.

Two eggs and a mound of our corned beef hash.

Crumbled hickory smoked bacon, diced tomatoes, avocado & pepper jack cheese.

We use fresh spinach with the finest imported Greek feta cheese.

Large, fluffy omelet stuffed with feta cheese,\nroosted red pepper, tomatoes, mushrooms, onion & fresh spinach.

Chorizo, jalapeños, onion, avocado & mozzarella cheese.

Loaded with fresh spinach, mushrooms, tomato & onion.

Signature Item! Loaded with country ham, sausage, onions & cheddar cheese. Topped with country gravy & crumbled bacon.

Signature Item! Yes. We know. It’s crazy. But it works. Infused & topped with country gravy,\nsausage, cheddar cheese & our house-made biscuit.

Make it how you like it with choice of: Hickory smoked bacon, country ham, pork sausage, chorizo, fresh mushrooms, broccoli, onion, spinach, tomatoes, sun-dried tomatoes, red or green bell pepper, jalapeños. Cheese: American, Swiss, cheddar, white cheddar, mozzarella, pepper jack, smokey pepperjack cheese sauce.

H am, bacon, or sausage with cheese. Served with choice of hash browns, grits, or house hash browns. Comes with toast, English muffin, biscuit, or pancakes.

Denver-style omelette with a choice of hash browns, grits, or house hash browns. Pair with toast, English muffin, biscuit, buttermilk pancakes, or signature pancake.

Signature Item! Chorizo-potato has with cheddar cheese, red bell peppers, jalapeños,\nguacamole, & sour cream then topped with eggs.

Signature Item! Country ham, sausage, cheddar cheese & biscuit topped with eggs, country gravy & crumbled bacon.

Signature Item! Buttermilk chicken fried chicken, fried to perfection with green bell peppers, onions, blend of cheeses topped with eggs, country gravy, crumbled bacon & shredded cheddar.

Spinach, mushrooms, tomato, onion, pepper jack cheese & cheddar.

House-made corned beef hash with Swiss cheese, grilled peppers and onions.

Signature Item! Super flavorful Cajun Andouille sausage grilled with chopped onions, red & green bell peppers atop crispy seasoned hash browns with melted pepper jack cheese.

Tender pieces of skirt steak, fresh mushrooms, grilled peppers, onions & mozzarella cheese.

Make it how you like it with choice of: Hickory smoked bacon, country ham, pork sausage, chorizo, fresh mushrooms, broccoli, onion, spinach, tomatoes, sun-dried tomatoes, red or green bell pepper, jalapeños. Cheese: American, Swiss, cheddar, white cheddar, mozzarella, pepper jack, smokey pepper jack cheese sauce.

House-made sausage patties on a biscuit topped with poached eggs & country\ngravy.

Toasted English muffin topped with layers of turkey, bacon, avocado, poached eggs & our creamy Hollandaise.

Signature Item! Toasted English muffin topped with fried green tomatoes, guacamole, hickory smoked bacon, poached eggs, scallions & drizzled with our house-made Remoulade Sauce.

Smoked beef brisket topped with poached eggs, BBQ hollandaise and crispy fried onions atop our house-made drop biscuit.

Two large buttermilk pancakes, a slice of country ham, two hickory smoked bacon strips, two sausage links, 2 eggs & hash browns.

Pancakes, 2 eggs, 2 bacon or 2 pork sausage links.

Signature Item! Pancakes filled with granola & fresh bananas topped with cinnamon butter,\npecans, more fresh bananas & whipped cream.

Signature Item! A delicious swirl of cinnamon butter-infused pancakes topped with ooey gooey cream cheese icing.

Signature Item! Chocolate chip pancakes drizzled with chocolate syrup & marshmallow sauce, topped with whipped cream & graham crackers.

Signature Item! House-made apple butter melted into our cakes, topped with cinnamon\napples, pecans & dusted with powdered sugar.

A Belgium waffle, 2 eggs with 2 bacon or 2 pork sausage links.

Signature Item! Belgium waffle drizzled with honey butter & warm maple syrup, two bacon, two sausage links and two pieces of fried chicken (leg & thigh), two eggs & hash browns.

One Belgium Waffle, 2 pieces fried chicken (leg & thigh), 2 eggs, hash browns or grits. Substitute for fried catfish with an additional charge.

Half order of French toast, 2 eggs with 2 bacon or 2 pork sausage links.

Dipped in our special batter topped with sliced bananas, drizzled with sea salt caramel & lightly dusted with powdered sugar.

House-made banana walnut bread, baked with chocolate chips & dipped in our special batter, topped with fresh banana slices, drizzled with sea salt caramel, garnished with walnuts & a dust of powdered sugar

Signature Item! Stuffed with our in-house sweet cream cheese topped with fresh bananas, fresh blueberries, sea salt caramel sauce, house-made strawberry compote, pecans &whipped cream.

Two slices of cinnamon swirl toast, 2 eggs with 2 bacon or 2 pork sausage links.

Creamy white cheddar grits topped with fried\ngreen tomatoes, spinach, mushrooms and two eggs over easy then drizzled with our house-made Cajun cream sauce.

Creamy white cheddar grits with bacon,\njalapeños, mushrooms, minced garlic, Cajun spices & a blend of cheeses sautéed in our\nhouse-made Cajun cream sauce & topped with two eggs over easy and a fried catfish fillet. Add 5 Cajun Shrimp with an additional charge.

Simply served with milk and brown sugar. Choose any topping for an extra charge: strawberries, blueberries, bananas, pecans, walnuts or raisins.

Fresh blueberries and strawberries layered with vanilla Greek yogurt and granola. Topped with honey.

Crêpes filled with our house-mode blintz cheese. Served same way as above.

Melt-in-your-mouth crêpes layered with hazelnut chocolate spread, fresh\nbanana slices, fresh strawberries & crushed walnuts with whipped cream.

Signature Item! Crêpes infused with cinnamon butter, filled with roasted cinnamon apples & our house-made blintz cheese. Topped with more cinnamon apples & pecans Drizzled with sea salt caramel sauce & lightly dusted with powdered sugar.

Seasoned just right & served with two eggs. Make it Greek Style with an additional charge.

Made in house & served with two eggs.

Signature Item! Two bone-in pork chops breaded & fried until golden brown,\nsmothered in our house-made country gravy & served with two eggs.

1lb Charbroiled to perfection and served with two eggs.

Signature Item! Lettuce, tomato, chorizo, American cheese, and roasted jalapeño.

Remoulade sauce, hickory smoked bacon, sautéed mushrooms, sweet bourbon caramelized onions, smoked Gouda cheese.

Classic patty melt on grilled rye bread with sweet caramelized onions, American & Swiss cheeses.

Loads of fresh shrimp sautéed with Cajun spices on a garlic toasted French baguette with fried green tomatoes, shredded lettuce and our house-made Remoulade sauce.

Signature Item! Slow roasted pulled pork, shaved country ham, white cheddar, Dijon mustard, light BBQ sauce & mayo with sweet & spicy pickles then pressed to perfection on a toasted ciabatta.

Signature Item! Buttermilk breaded chicken breast, fried to a golden brown, topped with hickory smoked bacon, cheddar cheese, mayo, crisp lettuce, tomato & served on a brioche bun.

House-made corned beef, sauerkraut & Swiss cheese on Rye.

House-made tuna salad with American cheese on Rye.

Layers of hickory smoked bacon, turkey, tomatoes, American cheese, avocado,\ncrisp lettuce & mayo on white toast.

Signature Item! Grilled chicken with avocado, roasted red peppers, crisp lettuce, tomato, pepper jack cheese & Cajun ranch served on toasted ciabatta bread.

Tender slices of shaved Rib-eye steak marinated in garlic butter & Cajun seasonings, sautéed with sweet bourbon caramelized onions, red bell peppers & smoked Gouda cheese then drizzled with our house-made Cajun ranch.

Buttered & grilled sourdough bread, thin slices of country ham, hickory smoked bacon, fried green tomatoes, smoked Gouda & white cheddar cheese.

Signature Item! Smoked beef brisket caramelized with our house-made BBQ sauce topped with cheddar cheese and crispy fried onions on a soft Brioche bun.

Char-broiled chicken breast with mozzarella, crisp lettuce, tomatoes & our house-made pesto sauce.

Your choice of turkey, ham, corned beef, chicken salad or tuna salad with a bowl of soup. Add cheese with an additional charge.

Strips of char-broiled chicken breast, wrapped with crisp romaine lettuce, Parmesan cheese, tomatoes & raw onions tossed in our house-made creamy Caesar dressing.

Fresh romaine lettuce tossed in our house-made creamy Caesar dressing, topped with croutons & Parmesan cheese. Add chicken with an extra charge.

House-made tortilla shell filled with crisp garden greens, topped with taco meat, shredded cheddar & fresh tomatoes. Served with sour cream & salsa. Add chicken with an extra charge.

Crisp garden greens with fresh tomatoes, avocado, chopped egg, bacon & blue cheese. Topped with lemon butter char-broiled chicken.

Signature Item! Fresh romaine lettuce, green & red cabbage, fresh chopped tomatoes, black beans, corn, shredded cheddar cheese, seasoned crispy tortilla strips topped with our\nbuttermilk breaded chicken breast. Served with our house-made jalapeño ranch dressing.

Crisp garden greens topped with Mandarin wedges, pecans, apples, raisins, avocado, crumbled blue cheese & strips of char-broiled chicken. Served with our house-made raspberry vinaigrette.

Signature Item! Waffle breakfast sandwich with cheezy scrambled eggs, house-made sausage patty, shaved country ham & hickory smoked bacon between two pearl sugar waffles glazed with maple syrup. Served with hash browns.

Signature Item! 3 thick slices of Greek French toast soaked in our vanilla infused buttermilk\nbatter. One layer stuffed with shaved country ham & cheese, the other stuffed with hickory smoked bacon & cheese, then drizzled with warm maple syrup, topped with 2 cheezy scrambled eggs.

Signature Item! A Belgium waffle with bacon topped with our famous Southern-fried chicken breast and two eggs scrambled with cheddar & a side of country gravy.

Signature Item! No one does chicken fried chicken like we do. House-made biscuit with buttermilk fried chicken breast, smothered in our spicy, cheezy, chorizo country gravy topped with two eggs & scallions. Served with hash browns & a roasted jalapeño.

Signature Item! Two thick slices of our Brioche French toast stuffed with shaved country ham, hickory smoked bacon and cheese, then topped with our famous Southern-fried chicken breast, drizzled with honey butter and two cheezy scrambled eggs, then drizzled with maple syrup.

Signature Item! Buttermilk flaky drop biscuit stuffed with shaved Ribeye steak marinated in garlic butter & Cajun seasonings, grilled with green peppers, onions and mushrooms then topped with two eggs over easy smothered in our house-made smoky pepper jack cheese sauce atop hash browns.

Signature Item! Buttermilk flaky drop biscuit stuffed with Andouille sausage & crumbled\nchorizo, grilled with jalapeños and onions then topped with two eggs over easy smothered in our house-made smoky pepper jack cheese sauce and sliced avocado atop hash browns.

Succulent linked sausages, perfectly seasoned for a classic breakfast delight.

Slices of bacon infused with the rich aroma of hickory wood smoke.

Succulent Ground Turkey Sausage, Perfectly Spiced

A cured and sliced piece of pork, typically served as a savory addition to breakfast sides.

Savory diced corned beef mixed with diced potatoes, cooked to perfection.

A velvety sauce made with melted pepper jack cheese, typically served as a rich, spicy accompaniment to enhance breakfast dishes.

Succulent Canadian Bacon: Perfectly Cured and Sliced Thin for a Rich Flavor

Shredded potatoes, crisply fried, often accompanied by a blend of house seasonings.

Crispy and golden breakfast potatoes, perfect for starting your day off right.

Sliced tomatoes, freshly prepared, offering a refreshing complement to any breakfast dish.

Assorted Seasonal Fruits, Freshly Sliced and Served

Soft, white cheese made from curds of soured milk, typically served as a light and creamy side.

Country gravy typically includes a savory, thickened milk base, often enriched with the flavors of cooked pork sausage, seasoned to a classic country taste.

Savory country gravy infused with spicy chorizo, typically served as a rich complement to breakfast dishes.

Fluffy and golden brown, this buttermilk biscuit is tender with a slightly crisp exterior.

Golden-brown toast slices, lightly buttered.

A brioche-style batter enriched with pearl sugars, baked until the sugars caramelize, offering a unique sweetness and texture.

Homemade jam prepared with a blend of seasonal fruits, gently cooked to preserve their natural flavors and sweetness.

Slow-cooked, spiced apples blended into a smooth, spreadable butter.

A blend of sweet honey and creamy butter, typically served as a condiment.

Warm cup of oats or grits.

Fluffy biscuit smothered in our homemade country gravy & hash browns.

Same as above but with two eggs.

Signature Item! House-made drop biscuit with buttermilk chicken fried chicken, smothered in country gravy, topped with shredded cheddar & crumbled hickory smoked bacon. Served with two eggs & hash browns.

Signature Item! Buttermilk flaky drop biscuit stuffed with our crispy Southern fried chicken breast topped with cheezy scrambled eggs and smothered in country gravy atop hash browns.

House-made drop biscuit topped with country fried steak & smothered in country gravy. Served with two eggs & hash browns.

Two eggs and a mound of our corned beef hash.

Crumbled hickory smoked bacon, diced tomatoes, avocado & pepper jack cheese.

We use fresh spinach with the finest imported Greek feta cheese.

Large, fluffy omelet stuffed with feta cheese, roasted red pepper, tomatoes, mushrooms, onion & fresh spinach.

Chorizo, jalapeños, onion, avocado & mozzarella cheese.

Loaded with fresh spinach, mushrooms, tomato & onion.

Signature Item! Loaded with country ham, sausage, onions & cheddar cheese. Topped with country gravy & crumbled bacon.

Signature Item! Yes. We know. It’s crazy. But it works. Infused & topped with country gravy,\nsausage, cheddar cheese & our house-made biscuit.

Make it how you like it first 3 options are free all addtional carry a charge. choice of: Hickory smoked bacon, country ham, pork sausage, chorizo, fresh mushrooms, broccoli, onion, spinach, tomatoes, sun-dried tomatoes, red or green bell pepper, jalapeños. Cheese: American, Swiss, cheddar, white cheddar, mozzarella, pepper jack, smokey pepperjack cheese sauce.

Toast, various pancakes, English muffin, or biscuit.

Omelette with cheddar cheese, ham, green peppers, and onions. Side options include hash browns, fruit, or grits. Bread choices range from toast to pancakes and muffins.

5 egg Omelet with tender strips of filet mignon, fresh mushrooms, grilled green peppers, onions and Mozzerella cheese.

Signature Item! Chorizo-potato has with cheddar cheese, red bell peppers, jalapeños, guacamole, & sour cream then topped with eggs.

Signature Item! Country ham, sausage, cheddar cheese & biscuit topped with eggs, country gravy & crumbled bacon.

Signature Item! Buttermilk chicken fried chicken, fried to perfection with green bell peppers, onions, blend of cheeses topped with eggs, country gravy, crumbled bacon & shredded cheddar.

Spinach, mushrooms, tomato, onion, pepper jack cheese & cheddar.

House-made corned beef hash with Swiss cheese, grilled peppers and onions.

Signature Item! Super flavorful Cajun Andouille sausage grilled with chopped onions, red & green bell peppers atop crispy seasoned hash browns with melted pepper jack cheese.

Tender pieces of skirt steak, fresh mushrooms, grilled peppers, onions & mozzarella cheese.

Make it how you like it first 3 choices are free any other addtional items carry a charge. choice of: Hickory smoked bacon, country ham, pork sausage, chorizo, fresh mushrooms, broccoli, onion, spinach, tomatoes, sun-dried tomatoes, red or green bell pepper, jalapeños. Cheese: American, Swiss, cheddar, white cheddar, mozzarella, pepper jack, smokey pepper jack cheese sauce.

House-made sausage patties on a biscuit topped with poached eggs & country gravy.

Toasted English muffin topped with layers of turkey, bacon, avocado, poached eggs & our creamy Hollandaise.

Signature Item! Toasted English muffin topped with fried green tomatoes, guacamole, hickory smoked bacon, poached eggs, scallions & drizzled with our house-made Remoulade Sauce.

Smoked beef brisket topped with poached eggs, BBQ hollandaise and crispy fried onions atop our house-made drop biscuit.

Two large buttermilk pancakes, a slice of country ham, two hickory smoked bacon strips, two sausage links, 2 eggs & hash browns.

Pancakes, 2 eggs, 2 bacon or 2 pork sausage links.

Signature Item! Pancakes filled with granola & fresh bananas topped with cinnamon butter, pecans, more fresh bananas & whipped cream.

Signature Item! A delicious swirl of cinnamon butter-infused pancakes topped with ooey gooey cream cheese icing.

Signature Item! Chocolate chip pancakes drizzled with chocolate syrup & marshmallow sauce, topped with whipped cream & graham crackers.

Signature Item! House-made apple butter melted into our cakes, topped with cinnamon apples, pecans & dusted with powdered sugar.

A Belgium waffle, 2 eggs, with 2 bacon or 2 pork sausage links.

Signature Item! Belgium waffle drizzled with honey butter & warm maple syrup, two bacon, two sausage links and two pieces of fried chicken (leg & thigh), two eggs & hash browns.

One Belgium Waffle, 2 pieces fried chicken (leg & thigh), 2 eggs, hash browns or grits. Substitute for fried catfish with an additional charge.

Half order of French toast, 2 eggs with 2 bacon or 2 pork sausage links.

Dipped in our special batter topped with sliced bananas, drizzled with sea salt caramel & lightly dusted with powdered sugar.

House-made banana walnut bread, baked with chocolate chips & dipped in our special batter, topped with fresh banana slices, drizzled with sea salt caramel, garnished with walnuts & a dust of powdered sugar

Signature Item! Stuffed with our in-house sweet cream cheese topped with fresh bananas, fresh blueberries, sea salt caramel sauce, house-made strawberry compote, pecans &whipped cream.

Two slices of cinnamon swirl toast, 2 eggs with 2 bacon or 2 pork sausage links.

Creamy white cheddar grits topped with fried\ngreen tomatoes, spinach, mushrooms and two eggs over easy then drizzled with our house-made Cajun cream sauce.

Creamy white cheddar grits with bacon, jalapeños, mushrooms, minced garlic, Cajun spices & a blend of cheeses sautéed in our house-made Cajun cream sauce & topped with two eggs over easy, and a fried catfish fillet. Add 5 Cajun Shrimp with an additional charge.

Simply served with milk and brown sugar. Choose any topping for an extra charge: strawberries, blueberries, bananas, pecans, walnuts or raisins.

Fresh blueberries and strawberries layered with vanilla Greek yogurt and granola. Topped with honey.

Crêpes filled with our house-made blintz cheese. Served same way as above.

Melt-in-your-mouth crêpes layered with hazelnut chocolate spread, fresh banana slices, fresh strawberries & crushed walnuts with whipped cream.

Signature Item! Crêpes infused with cinnamon butter, filled with roasted cinnamon apples & our house-made blintz cheese. Topped with more cinnamon apples & pecans Drizzled with sea salt caramel sauce & lightly dusted with powdered sugar.

Seasoned just right & served with two eggs. Make it Greek Style with an additional charge.

Made in house & served with two eggs.

Signature Item! Two bone-in pork chops breaded & fried until golden brown, smothered in our house-made country gravy & served with two eggs.

1lb Charbroiled to perfection and served with two eggs.

Signature Item! Lettuce, tomato, chorizo, American cheese, and roasted jalapeño.

Remoulade sauce, hickory smoked bacon, sautéed mushrooms, sweet bourbon caramelized onions, smoked Gouda cheese.

Classic patty melt on grilled rye bread with sweet caramelized onions, American & Swiss cheeses.

Loads of fresh shrimp sautéed with Cajun spices on a garlic toasted French baguette with fried green tomatoes, shredded lettuce and our house-made Remoulade sauce.

Signature Item! Slow roasted pulled pork, shaved country ham, white cheddar, Dijon mustard, light BBQ sauce & mayo with sweet & spicy pickles then pressed to perfection on a toasted ciabatta.

Signature Item! Buttermilk breaded chicken breast, fried to a golden brown, topped with hickory smoked bacon, cheddar cheese, mayo, crisp lettuce, tomato & served on a brioche bun.

House-made corned beef, sauerkraut & Swiss cheese on Rye.

House-made tuna salad with American cheese on Rye.

Layers of hickory smoked bacon, turkey, tomatoes, American cheese, avocado,\ncrisp lettuce & mayo on white toast.

Signature Item! Grilled chicken with avocado, roasted red peppers, crisp lettuce, tomato, pepper jack cheese & Cajun ranch served on toasted ciabatta bread.

Tender slices of shaved Rib-eye steak marinated in garlic butter & Cajun seasonings, sautéed with sweet bourbon caramelized onions, red bell peppers & smoked Gouda cheese then drizzled with our house-made Cajun ranch.

Buttered & grilled sourdough bread, thin slices of country ham, hickory smoked bacon, fried green tomatoes, smoked Gouda & white cheddar cheese.

Signature Item! Smoked beef brisket caramelized with our house-made BBQ sauce topped with cheddar cheese and crispy fried onions on a soft Brioche bun.

Char-broiled chicken breast with mozzarella, crisp lettuce, tomatoes & our house-made pesto sauce.

Your choice of turkey, ham, corned beef, chicken salad or tuna salad with a bowl of soup. Add cheese with an additional charge.

Strips of char-broiled chicken breast, wrapped with crisp romaine lettuce, Parmesan cheese, tomatoes & raw onions tossed in our house-made creamy Caesar dressing.

Fresh romaine lettuce tossed in our house-made creamy Caesar dressing, topped with croutons & Parmesan cheese. Add chicken with an extra charge.

House-made tortilla shell filled with crisp garden greens, topped with taco meat, shredded cheddar & fresh tomatoes. Served with sour cream & salsa. Add chicken with an extra charge.

Crisp garden greens with fresh tomatoes, avocado, chopped egg, bacon & blue cheese. Topped with lemon butter char-broiled chicken.

Signature Item! Fresh romaine lettuce, green & red cabbage, fresh chopped tomatoes, black beans, corn, shredded cheddar cheese, seasoned crispy tortilla strips topped with our\nbuttermilk breaded chicken breast. Served with our house-made jalapeño ranch dressing.

Crisp garden greens topped with Mandarin wedges, pecans, apples, raisins, avocado, crumbled blue cheese & strips of char-broiled chicken. Served with our house-made raspberry vinaigrette.