Sure, this train-themed diner caters to kids. But you’d have to have a Grinch-sized heart not to smile as you watch your handmade burger depart the kitchen via toy train, then park itself next to you. Read more.
Kids 12 and younger can sauce and cheese their pizzas at the table. Mondays after 4pm, one child eats free with each purchase of an adult entrée. Read more.
The Enchanted Forest, housed in the library, is a hands-on environment featuring dioramas of scenes from well-known children’s books and a secret “telephone” that kids can pick up to hear stories. Read more.
Three things at this Des Plaines stand are in high demand: juicy char burgers topped with Merkts cheddar on kaiser rolls, chocolate malts and a seat on one of the limited stools.
