Around the Clock Restaurant is a welcoming local diner in Crystal Lake, Illinois, serving breakfast and classic American favorites in comfortable retro surroundings. From a morning meal to a satisfying lunch, dinner, brunch, or late-night bite, the menu offers familiar comfort food alongside healthy options, salads, small plates, vegetarian choices, coffee, cookies, and pies.
With both counter service and table service, the restaurant provides a relaxed setting for solo dining, casual meals, and time spent enjoying a dessert or a cup of great coffee.
Convenience is central to the dining experience, with delivery, takeaway, dine-in, and on-site services available. Guests can make reservations when planning ahead, while fast service makes it easy to enjoy a quick bite when time is limited. Around the Clock Restaurant also features a bar on site, restrooms, Wi-Fi, and free Wi-Fi.
Accepted payment methods include credit cards, debit cards, and NFC mobile payments, helping make each visit straightforward from start to finish.
Accessibility is supported through a wheelchair-accessible car park, entrance, seating, and toilet. Rated 4.40 out of 5 based on 3,544 reviews, Around the Clock Restaurant is a popular choice for breakfast, lunch, dinner, dessert, and classic American dining in a cozy, casual atmosphere.
Visit at 5011 Northwest Hwy, Crystal Lake, IL 60014, or call +1 815-459-2100.
Popular Items
Frequently ordered and highly recommended items at Around the Clock Restaurant
Our Story
Welcome to a place where great food meets warm hospitality. We believe dining is more than just a meal - it's an experience to be savored and shared.
Our kitchen is dedicated to creating dishes that bring people together, using recipes that honor tradition while embracing innovation.
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A glimpse of our restaurant experience
Food & Drinks
Two country fresh eggs, 2 sausage links, 2 strips of bacon and 2 pancakes.
Two country fresh eggs, 2 sausage links, 2 strips of bacon, served with American fried potatoes, toast & jelly
Two country fresh eggs, 2 sausage links, 2 strips of bacon and 2 triangles of French toast.
3 fluffy fruit pancakes. Choose your fruit.
3 fluffy golden pancakes served with syrup.
2 fluffy golden pancakes served with syrup and two eggs.
3 golden fluffy pancakes with your choice of bacon, ham, sausage link or patty. Served with maple or sugar-free syrup.
2 fluffy golden pancakes served with syrup.
Extra thick French toast with your choice of fruit.
2 triangles of our extra-thick French toast served with syrup and your choice of breakfast meat.
Two triangles of thick French Toast with two country fresh eggs.
Our signature Belgium waffle with your choice of strawberries, blueberries, cherries or bananas and whipped cream.
Served with maple or sugar free syrup and butter.
Our signature Belgium waffle served with syrup and your choice of breakfast meat.
Our Belgium waffle topped with vanilla ice cream, strawberries and whipped cream.
American fried potatoes, diced ham, onion, green pepper, mushrooms, topped with shredded cheddar cheese and two eggs on top. Served with your choice of toast and jelly.
American fried potatoes, bacon, tomatoes, spinach and shredded cheddar cheese with two eggs on top. Served with your choice of toast and jelly.
Marinated chunks of skirt steak, cheddar, Swiss and American cheese with two eggs. Potato and bread carbs omitted in lieu of extra cheeses. Add an extra Lo Carb side to enhance your experience.
Marinated chunks of skirt steak, onion, green pepper, mushrooms and shredded cheddar cheese layered on top of American fried potatoes. Served with your choice of toast and jelly.
Tomato, onion, green pepper, feta cheese and oregano layered on top of American fried potatoes. Served with your choice of toast and jelly.
Zucchini, eggplant, mushroom, tomato and mozzarella cheese layered on to of American fried potatoes. Served with your choice of toast and jelly.
Broccoli, tomato, onion, green pepper, mushroom & shredded cheddar cheese layered on top of American fried potatoes. Served with your choice of toast and jelly.
Marinated chunks of skirt steak, cheddar, Swiss and American cheese with two eggs. Potato and bread carbs omitted in lieu of extra cheeses. Add an extra Lo Carb side to enhance your experience.
3 egg omelette with country ham, cheddar, American and Swiss cheese.
3 egg omelette with country ham, cheddar, American and Swiss cheese.
3 egg omelette with cheddar, American and Swiss cheese.
Skirt steak with two country fresh eggs served with American fried potatoes, toast & jelly.
Rib Eye steak with two country fresh eggs served with American fried potatoes, toast & jelly.
New York Strip Steak with two country fresh eggs served with American fried potatoes, toast & jelly.
Hand packed 1/2 pound hamburger steak with two country fresh eggs served with American fried potatoes, toast & jelly.
Poached eggs on English muffin with sliced tomato, bacon and Hollandaise sauce. Served with American fried potatoes.
Poached eggs on English muffin with zucchini, eggplant, tomato and Hollandaise sauce. Served with American fried potatoes.
Poached eggs on English muffin with sausage patty and Hollandaise sauce. Served with American fried potatoes.
Poached eggs on English muffin with ham and Hollandaise sauce. Served with American fried potatoes.
Scrambled country fresh eggs on an English muffin with cheese sauce. Served with your choice of 3 sausage links or 3 strips of bacon and American fried potatoes.
Our delicious house sausage gravy on top of fluffy biscuits.
Egg substitute or egg whites, assorted fresh fruit and your choice of toast.
A combination of three eggs whipped into an omelette with feta cheese, tomatoes and onion. Served with American fried potatoes or orange wedges and pita bread.
A thick slice ham between two fluffy pancakes, topped with two eggs.
Our vegetable omelette with diced ham, sausage, bacon and cheese. Served with American fried potatoes, toast & jelly.
Seasonal plate of fresh fruit
A platter full of the season's tastiest fruits, cottage cheese, raisin toast and a scoop of sherbet.
Fresh baked in our in house bakery. Choose from Blueberry, Cranberry and Morning Glory.
Fresh made in our in house bakery.
Fresh baked strudel. Available in Apple or Cherry by the slice. Please call to inquire about purchasing our whole strudels for $16.95.
Fresh baked cookies.
Shrimp and chicken sauteed with onions, tomato and peppers in a spicy Cajun sauce on top of seasoned rice.
Three tacos filled with battered cod fillets in double corn tortillas with chipotle mayo, corn salsa and fresh cilantro cole slaw.
Grilled chicken breast strips, served over fresh salad greens, tossed with Chinese crispy rice noodles, ginger sesame dressing and diced tomatoes. Topped with mandarin oranges and fresh cilantro.
Half pound hand packed burger, topped with crispy onion rings, melted cheddar cheese and crisp bacon. Served on a brioche bun with BBQ sauce, lettuce, tomato, onion and pickle. Deluxe includes a cup of soup of the day and choice of fries.
An Around the Clock favorite. Slow simmered onion soup with our house recipe croutons and sprinkled with Parmesan cheese. Baked with mozzarella cheese.
Beef, beans, green pepper and onions slow cooked in a mildly spicy tomato chili sauce. Available in cup, bowl and quart (price shown) sizes.
Our homemade chili kicked up a notch with fresh chopped onions and shredded cheddar cheese. Available by the bowl ($5.25) or quart ($10.75).
Four potato skins with bacon and cheese. Served with sour cream on the side.
Fried mozzarella sticks served with our house marinara sauce.
Served with celery stick and your choice of sauce.
Mozzarella sticks, zucchini, chicken strips and (1) potato skin.
Tortilla chips with chili, cheddar, jalapenos, lettuce, tomatoes, guacamole & sour cream.
Two cheese, bacon, tomatoes, onion and jalapenos.
Two cheeses, chicken, tomatoes, onion and jalapenos.
Tortilla chips smothered with our delicious cheddar cheese.
Garden crisp greens with julienne of turkey, ham, American and Swiss cheese and hard boiled egg. Served with your choice of dressing.
Garden crisp greens with green pepper, onions, feta cheese, anchovies, Greek olives, tomatoes and cucumbers. Topped with oregano and served with our house dressing.
Tortilla bowl filled with crisp salad greens, topped with marinated chicken strips, sauteed onion, red & green peppers, shredded cheddar cheese and garden vegetables. Served with salsa and your choice of dressing.
Romaine lettuce with our house croutons and our creamy Caesar dressing.
Romaine lettuce with croutons, sliced grilled chicken breast and our creamy Caesar dressing.
Sliced grilled chicken breast with tossed greens, avocado, shredded cheddar and garden vegetables. Served with your choice of dressing.
Greek village salad—tomatoes, cucumbers, green pepper, onions, Greek olives, feta cheese, and sliced grilled chicken breast. Served with our house Greek vinaigrette.
Greek village salad—tomatoes, cucumbers, green pepper, onions, Greek olives, feta cheese, and sliced grilled chicken breast and lettuce. Served with our house Greek vinaigrette.
Tomatoes, green pepper, boiled egg, sliced turkey, American & Swiss cheese, topped with crisp bacon and green olives. Served with your choice of dressing.
Tortilla bowl with crisp salad greens, green pepper, onions, chili con carne, cheddar cheese, tomato and black olives. Served with sour cream and salsa upon request.
Tuna or chicken salad stuffed tomato on a bed of lettuce, with cottage cheese, hard boiled egg and garnish.
Hamburger steak with cottage cheese, hard boiled egg and garnish. Available in 1/3 pound or 1/2 pound.
Choice of chicken or tuna salad on half a cantaloupe and garnished with fruit
Grilled chicken breast, hard boiled egg, cottage cheese, raisin toast & garnish
Broiled chicken breast served with boiled red potatoes and our vegetable of the day.
Broiled catfish (without butter), served with boiled red potatoes and our vegetable of the day.
Broiled cod (without butter), served with boiled red potatoes and our vegetable of the day.
Assorted fresh and canned fruits, cottage cheese, raisin toast & scoop of sherbet.
A platter full of the season's tastiest fruits, cottage cheese, raisin toast and a scoop of sherbet.
1/2 pound jumbo burger with American cheese. Deluxe includes choice of fries, onions rings or fruit and cup of soup of the day. (Soup of the day available from 11 a.m. until close)
Crisp bacon strips and American cheese on a 1/2 pound jumbo burger. Deluxe includes choice of fries, onions rings or fruit and cup of soup of the day. (Soup of the day available from 11 a.m. until close)
Jumbo 1/2 pound patty with 2 slices of American cheese on rye. Grilled onions on request. Deluxe includes choice of fries, onions rings or fruit and cup of soup of the day. (Soup of the day available from 11 a.m. until close)
Jumbo 1/2 pound broiled patty. Deluxe includes choice of fries, onions rings or fruit and cup of soup of the day. (Soup of the day available from 11 a.m. until close)
1/2 pound Jumbo burger with fresh grilled sliced mushrooms. Deluxe includes choice of fries, onions rings or fruit and cup of soup of the day. (Soup of the day available from 11 a.m. until close)
BBQ sauce, bacon, grilled onions and cheddar cheese. Deluxe includes choice of fries, onions rings or fruit and cup of soup of the day. (Soup of the day available from 11 a.m. until close)
South of the border burger with guacamole and Monterey Jack cheese. Deluxe includes choice of fries, onions rings or fruit and cup of soup of the day. (Soup of the day available from 11 a.m. until close)
Grilled onions, mushrooms, green pepper & American cheese. Deluxe includes choice of fries, onions rings or fruit and cup of soup of the day. (Soup of the day available from 11 a.m. until close)
Grilled marinated skirt steak tossed with sauteed mushrooms, red and green peppers, onions. Pan fried in sesame oil and spiced with red pepper. Wrapped in a tomato flat bread with hoisin sauce. Deluxe comes with choice of potato, onions rings or fruit and cup of soup of the day. (Soup of the day available from 11 a.m. until close)
Grilled chicken breast sliced and served with pico de gallo, cucumber, feta cheese, black olives and shredded romaine lettuce. Wrapped in a tomato flat bread seasoned with sun-dried tomato mayonnaise. Deluxe comes with choice of potato, onions rings or fruit and cup of soup of the day. (Soup of the day available from 11 a.m. until close)
Sliced grilled chicken breast with romaine lettuce and Caesar dressing wrapped in a tomato flat bread. Deluxe comes with choice of potato, onions rings or fruit and cup of soup of the day. (Soup of the day available from 11 a.m. until close)
Marinated chicken with lettuce, tomato, onion and parsley on pita bread. Deluxe comes with choice of potato, onions rings or fruit and cup of soup of the day. (Soup of the day available from 11 a.m. until close)
Strips of marinated skirt steak, sauteed onion, red & green peppers, & mozzarella cheese on pita bread. Deluxe comes with choice of potato, onions rings or fruit and cup of soup of the day. (Soup of the day available from 11 a.m. until close)
Sliced roast beef with grilled onions, red and green peppers, mushrooms and mozzarella cheese on a french roll (au jus on request). Deluxe comes with choice of potato, onions rings or fruit and cup of soup of the day. (Soup of the day available from 11 a.m. until close)
Chicken stir-fry served on top of Swiss cheese and a pita. Deluxe comes with choice of potato, onions rings or fruit and cup of soup of the day. (Soup of the day available from 11 a.m. until close)
Beef stir-fry served on top of Swiss cheese and a pita. Deluxe comes with choice of potato, onions rings or fruit and cup of soup of the day. (Soup of the day available from 11 a.m. until close)
Marinated chicken breast, sauteed onion, red & green peppers on top of Swiss cheese and a pita. Deluxe comes with choice of potato, onions rings or fruit and cup of soup of the day. (Soup of the day available from 11 a.m. until close)
Grilled chicken breast, sliced avocado, sauteed mushrooms and melted Swiss cheese on grilled rye bread. Deluxe comes with choice of potato, onions rings or fruit and cup of soup of the day. (Soup of the day available from 11 a.m. until close)
Freshly made and lightly seasoned chicken or tuna salad on your choice of toast. Deluxe comes with choice of potato, onions rings or fruit and cup of soup of the day. (Soup of the day available from 11 a.m. until close)
Sliced roast beef on french roll with au jus. Deluxe comes with choice of potato, onions rings or fruit and cup of soup of the day. (Soup of the day available from 11 a.m. until close)
Sliced corned beef and sauerkraut topped with melted Swiss cheese on dark rye (1000 Island dressing upon request). Deluxe comes with choice of potato, onions rings or fruit and cup of soup of the day. (Soup of the day available from 11 a.m. until close)
French toast with ham and Swiss cheese, grilled to a golden brown. Deluxe comes with choice of potato, onions rings or fruit and cup of soup of the day. (Soup of the day available from 11 a.m. until close)
Grilled chicken breast, Swiss cheese, rye. Deluxe comes with choice of potato, onions rings or fruit and cup of soup of the day. (Soup of the day available from 11 a.m. until close)
Grilled eggplant, zucchini, green & red peppers, onion, artichoke hearts, mozzarella cheese on French bread. Deluxe comes with choice of potato, onions rings or fruit and cup of soup of the day. (Soup of the day available from 11 a.m. until close)
Gyros served on pita bread with diced tomatoes, onions and tzatziki sauce. Deluxe comes with choice of potato, onions rings or fruit and cup of soup of the day. (Soup of the day available from 11 a.m. until close)
Crisp bacon, fresh lettuce and sliced tomato on toast. Deluxe comes with choice of potato, onions rings or fruit and cup of soup of the day. (Soup of the day available from 11 a.m. until close)
A comfort food favorite. Deluxe comes with choice of potato, onions rings or fruit and cup of soup of the day. (Soup of the day available from 11 a.m. until close)
Sliced ham with American cheese. Deluxe comes with choice of potato, onions rings or fruit and cup of soup of the day. (Soup of the day available from 11 a.m. until close)
Grilled crispy bacon and American cheese. Deluxe comes with choice of potato, onions rings or fruit and cup of soup of the day. (Soup of the day available from 11 a.m. until close)
Fried cod on hamburger bun. Deluxe comes with choice of potato, onions rings or fruit and cup of soup of the day. (Soup of the day available from 11 a.m. until close)
Chicken breast topped with BBQ sauce, bacon and cheddar cheese, served with lettuce and tomato on toasted bun. Deluxe comes with choice of potato, onions rings or fruit and cup of soup of the day. (Soup of the day available from 11 a.m. until close)
Freshly made and lightly seasoned tuna or chicken salad on a buttery croissant. Deluxe comes with choice of potato, onions rings or fruit and cup of soup of the day. (Soup of the day available from 11 a.m. until close)
Sliced ham and turkey, American and Swiss cheese on a buttery croissant. Deluxe comes with choice of potato, onions rings or fruit and cup of soup of the day. (Soup of the day available from 11 a.m. until close)
Sliced roast beef and mozzarella cheese on a buttery croissant. Deluxe comes with choice of potato, onions rings or fruit and cup of soup of the day. (Soup of the day available from 11 a.m. until close)
Sliced turkey, bacon and American cheese on a buttery croissant. Deluxe comes with choice of potato, onions rings or fruit and cup of soup of the day. (Soup of the day available from 11 a.m. until close)
Triple decker turkey, ham and bacon with tomato, lettuce and mayonnaise on your choice of toast. Deluxe comes with choice of potato, onions rings or fruit and cup of soup of the day. (Soup of the day available from 11 a.m. until close)
Triple decker turkey and bacon with tomato, lettuce and mayonnaise on your choice of toast. Deluxe comes with choice of potato, onions rings or fruit and cup of soup of the day. (Soup of the day available from 11 a.m. until close)
Triple decker bacon with tomato, lettuce and mayonnaise on your choice of toast. Deluxe comes with choice of potato, onions rings or fruit and cup of soup of the day. (Soup of the day available from 11 a.m. until close)
Turkey, bacon, avocado, tomato, lettuce and mayonnaise on toasted pita bread. Deluxe comes with choice of potato, onions rings or fruit and cup of soup of the day. (Soup of the day available from 11 a.m. until close)
Roasted white meat turkey served with house dressing, cranberry sauce and giblet gravy. Your choice of potato.
An Around the Clock specialty. Your choice of potato.
Tomato, onion, cucumber, feta cheese, Greek olives, pita bread and a side of tzatziki sauce. Your choice of potato.
Crispy fried breaded chicken.
Two flour tortillas filled with tender chunks of seasoned skirt steak, diced tomatoes, lettuce, shredded mixed cheeses and cilantro. Served with rice and black beans. Sour cream and salsa upon request.
Marinated chunks of chicken, served with onion, tomato, parsley Greek olives, feta cheese and pita bread.
Strips of beef with stir fried vegetables in a teriyaki glaze. Served on a bed of rice.
Strips of chicken with stir fried vegetables in a teriyaki glaze. Served on a bed of rice.
Broiled Rib-eye steak with mushrooms.
Broiled chopped steak with grilled onions.
Thick and juicy, cooked to your liking. Topped with onion rings.
Two broiled pork chops served with applesauce.
Your choice of Greek style or plain. Please allow 20 minutes for preparation.
Cajun style blackened catfish broiled with a drizzle of spicy mayo. Served with our house pico de gallo, black beans, rice and tortilla chips.
Fresh cod broiled with lemon butter. Served with your choice of potato.
Fresh catfish broiled with lemon butter or Cajun style. Served with your choice of potato.
Served with your choice of potato
Sauteed chicken breast crowned with marinara sauce and mozzarella cheese. Served with angel hair pasta and marinara sauce.
Breaded veal crowned with marinara sauce and mozzarella cheese. Served with spaghetti and meat sauce.
Choose from fettuccine, spaghetti or angel hair pasta. Top it off with Alfredo—cream sauce, Marinara or Meat sauce. Add sliced chicken breast for protein—add $2.00.
Choose from: Apple, Dutch Apple, Caramel Apple, Triple Berry, Cherry, Peach, French Silk and Cream Pies. View our website for all the options.
Choose from: Chocolate Cyclone, Carrot and German Chocolate.
French Vanilla, Caramel or Hazelnut
Small $2.25 and Large $2.95
Small $2.50 or Large $3.25. Orange, Cranberry, Apple and Grapefruit available.
Hear from our valued guests
A tasty and busy diner, reminiscent of a good "Jersey" diner. The menu isn't quite as expansive, but IMO that's a good thing. Breakfast was spot on and the chicken soup was very good. It has that diner feel, busy, buzzing and full of people talking and socializing. Something a bit lacking in today's world. Home made pies and sweets in the front display case, and a staff that's friendly and attentive.
For an old time restaurant, this was delicious. Blackened catfish was cooked wonderfully and the seasoning was right on. Such an unusual thing to have at a restaurant in a smallish town but it was really good! It was so big, half of it came home with me. I regret not taking a picture because it was even plated with some class. Yummy! My server was wonderful, too.
Food was delicious. And our waiter, Nik, was very attentive and kind. The only thing is that the desserts had gone up a little in price but thats kind of understandable during these times. I will come back here again.
My go to restaurant for when I have family events, celebrations or I just want a nice night out. Food is great everything with a great variety for people looking for whatever they have a taste for (lighter, heavier, savory, etc.) Best part though is the stuff. They're always very attentive to their tables, kind and always do their best. Can't recommend enough.
I took my brother and husband here. We all enjoyed the wonderful and yummy food. Service was awesome and friendly. Both me and brother had food to take home, generous servings. We will definitely come here again! Highly recommend this restaurant 👌.
Food is amazing! Cindy is the best! Great personality and great with kids!
My family dinner at Around The Clock was amazing!! Our waitress was amazing and very sweet, and the food there was simply the best. But, for people like me with "gaudy" taste in decor and trinkets, I'd check this little spot out ;))
we have been to this restaurant many many times over the years. It is one of our favorite places for breakfast or lunch. The restaurant is spotlessly clean always servers are well trained and friendly and the food is perfect. Great value for the money. My Husband had a diet plate today that consisted of a beautiful ground beef, steak, cottage cheese, cucumbers, eggs, pineapple, and lettuce. It was a great value for $14 this restaurant never ever disappoints.
The classic dinner with soda fountain and bakery. Love this place, but I’m nostalgic. I had the turkey with mashed potatoes stuffing and green peas. It was so good I dove in and forgot to take a picture. I was full enough to take time to get pictures of dessert. 😂🤣🤣
Visit this fantastic restaurant a few times a year to meet up with friends. Our server Nik did everything right. We all had different meals and no one was disappointed. Hostest was quick, cashier efficient, and we like the service of the old school bakery desert under glass. Location, food, prices, very good. Customer attention and courtesy was excellent.
Common questions about Around the Clock Restaurant
Around the Clock Restaurant is located at 5011 Northwest Hwy, Crystal Lake, IL 60014, United States, Crystal Lake, IL, United States.
You can reach Around the Clock Restaurant by calling +1 815-459-2100.
Around the Clock Restaurant has a rating of 4.4 out of 5 based on 3544 customer reviews.
Around the Clock Restaurant features the following accessibility: Wheelchair-accessible car park, Wheelchair-accessible entrance, Wheelchair-accessible seating, Wheelchair-accessible toilet.
Around the Clock Restaurant features the following service options: Delivery, On-site services, Takeaway, Dine-in.
Around the Clock Restaurant features the following highlights: Fast service, Great coffee, Great dessert, Serves local specialty.
Around the Clock Restaurant features the following popular for: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Solo dining.
Around the Clock Restaurant features the following offerings: Coffee, Comfort food, Healthy options, Late-night food, Quick bite, Salad bar, Small plates, Vegetarian options.
Around the Clock Restaurant features the following dining options: Breakfast, Brunch, Lunch, Dinner, Counter service, Dessert, Seating, Table service.
Around the Clock Restaurant features the following amenities: Bar on site, Restroom, Wi-Fi, Free Wi-Fi.
Around the Clock Restaurant features the following atmosphere: Casual, Cozy.
Around the Clock Restaurant features the following crowd: Family friendly, Groups, LGBTQ+ friendly, Tourists.
Around the Clock Restaurant features the following planning: Accepts reservations.
Around the Clock Restaurant features the following payments: Credit cards, Debit cards, NFC mobile payments.
Around the Clock Restaurant features the following children: Good for kids, Has changing table(s), High chairs, Kids' menu.
Around the Clock Restaurant features the following parking: Free parking lot, Free street parking, Paid parking lot, Plenty of parking.
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