Sycamore, Illinois
98 customer reviews
Peter S
Outstanding flavors. Fresh. Authentic. Fair value. Friendly folks.
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J Rissman
The food was good. All homemade.
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Dawn Simosky
Our local soul food place closed so this was out first visit. The food here is absolutely delicious. The service was amazing. We will be back for more.
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Elise Marsh
Best potato salad i have ever had and love the chicken too
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Jeffrey Hickman
Great food and very nice folks!
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Geoff Fernquist
Great quality food! The sweet yams and mac and cheese were our favorite sides. Fried chicken was juicy!
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charles wells
I had the fried chicken and collard greens. They tasted just like my mom had made them.
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Ruth Poage
Very good meal at Betty Jeans. Everyone enjoyed all meats, sides, and desserts! Just like cooked at home. Corn bread a little dry and crumbly but may have been off batch because everything else rocked!! Definitely be back
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kib coren
Delicious, steadily improving, order before you go.
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Kib C.
They have stepped up their game.I always call ahead for an order takeout if it includes meat.But I am cutting back on meat, so my last takeoutwas just sides and dessert, which was a walk-in. My order was: green beans and cut potatoes, collard greens, mac n cheese, sweet potato pie, and caramel cake. Each item was what I expected for soul food. At $30 it was worth it. I wish they had better containers for carry out items that has liquid. More...
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Devon Buse
Overall, the food was good. There was one worker, which makes it difficult for a 5 star. The tea however, was tart.
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Shiraz Tata
The sweet potato pie is out of this world! And I know the owners of this Diner are amazing people!
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Len Stafford
The young man was very nice and friendly last night. We did a pickup order. Menu pushes for delivery, but we saved by going in. I grew up in South. Collard Greens was wonderful! Chicken was good. Banana Pudding was good. Glad to have them in Sycamore! More...
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Marian Williams
The food was great I loved the food and the service was very good I think this was the best food I have had in a while.Danny Williams
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Leonard S.
If you like southern food, good place.I grew up in South. Collards were wonderful. Chicken meal was good also. Service was fine.
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Marquita Haynn
The food and service are excellent. I will definitely be back for seconds and I would recommend this place. The restaurant reminds of my family Sunday dinners.
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Alexandra Dailey
Betty Jean's is always a great meal. Friendly staff and good service. Our favorite is the Catfish, collards and Mac and cheese. Don't forget to have one of Miss Joanne's delicious desserts. One to eat there and another to take home. More...
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Kristina Redington
I have loved every dish I've tried so far. Good portion sizes for the price. Skip the chain and check out this family restaurant. Highly recommended!
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Tod T.
My first try at this local joint. Clean fast and reasonably priced location could be its only fault tucked out of the way in a strip mall. Chicken sandwich was made fresh I watched them bread and fry it. I will be back More...
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Brenda Campbell
Betty Jean's Soul Food Diner is very true to the soul food culture. The food was excellent. Recipes are traditional- handed down through the generations. Staff were very friendly. It is a small diner. It was very clean. There is a public restroom available. That was also very clean. We had a great experience! More...
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David S.
Great food and very nice people. I hope they eventually expand so there can be more seating.
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Lena Searcy
When was the last time your soul was Happy? If it took you too long to answer, go to Betty Jean's. Your tastebuds and soul will shout for joy!
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Austin Wood
Best collard greens I've ever had. The fried fish and chicken are amazing. The desserts are absolutely the best. No joke. Come here and you won't regret it . Will continue to come here as often as I can! More...
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Natholomew Huffanagle
Holly canoli this place is solid! Ignore the shmucks dissing it... their collard greens are out of this world and the rest of the menu to boot! Amazing service with a smile! Highly recommended!!! More...
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Stacy Termini Gable
I wish I would have been hungrier so I could have tried more. The fried chicken was soooo good. I had some cole slaw as a side which was good as well. We were greeted nicely when we walked in and also when we left they made sure to thank us and say goodbye. I would go back for the chicken again and their desserts looked so good. More...
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Jan Berning
Best fried catfish this side of Henderson's Good Food Catfish in Covington, GA where I grew up!!!! My husband said the smells reminded him of the smells at Thanksgiving with family in Georgia!!!
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Loretta Mattis
Great tasty food! White chicken dinner was made fresh and absolutely delicious. I highly recommend the Catfish sandwich, Mac & Cheese, Collard Greens, Mashed potatoes and peach cobbler. I'm definitely go back the next time I'm in the area. I'm so glad we stopped while passing through Sycamore. More...
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Chuck Berndt
Stopped in for rib tips tonight with slaw and candied yams. Wow! I cant wait to get back. Next time ill have to save room for a dessert.
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Jacqueline Merrick
Greeted with smiles and professionalism! Food cooked fresh and was sooooooo good! Also Grandma's sweet potato pie was the BEST! !!! Coming back asap to try out the catfish! More...
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Symone Shauntise Scott
Today was my first time there and I really enjoyed it! I went with my best friend and we dined in. She said it was like a home cooked meal and she even ordered more to go. I liked the food and how nice they were! More...
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Kristen Catencamp
Stopped in today had the catfish which was seasoned perfectly and the collard greens were almost as good as I’ve had south of the Mason Dixon! !! Definitely get out and try this southern, albeit simple cuisine. Loved it!!!! Very rarely Yankees can make collard greens this yummy!!!! More...
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Jane Elizabeth
Had the catfish sandwich and Mac and cheese for lunch, both were very good. Had to try some sweet potato pie too and it was excellent! My only complaint is I wish the cups for sweet tea were bigger! More...
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Alexandra Dailey
Satisfying, delicious and made with love. Catfish, collards and then the difficult decision of a side........I want them all. Miss Joannes baked/dessert items are out of bounds. We have been there many times and have introduced a good number of friends to Betty Jean's. It is a keeper.... More...
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Sonya Marie
Never been here before today and don't know anyone who's been here either. The atmosphere was extremely inviting, and the food was not good, it was exquisite! I had chicken wings, collard greens, mac and cheese, green beans, and caramel cake. The longer I sat there, the more I felt like I was in my grandparents living room, enjoying time with family I didn't even know I had. It's reasonably priced, and worth the drive no matter where you're coming from! More...
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Sarah Verkler
Love, love, love! Came in for lunch and had the chicken sandwich with mac n cheese and lemonade. Everything was delicious! Definitely coming back for the chicken sandwich with bbq sauce next time! Can't wait to bring the family for dinner soon! More...
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Bill Erdmann
You get a friendly “ Welcome” as you enter. As we placed our order expectations were very high because the food being prepared smelled so good. Those expectations were met! Everything was delicious. Next time we will order less sides so we have room for dessert. More...
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Belinda Lucy
Awesome greens! I stopped in today and got a chicken dinner plate. So good! Now i can get a taste of home and my greens fix� Very glad y'all decided to make Sycamore your restaurants home.
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Becky Muniz
We tried this today. Order the catfish and chicken dinners to go along with peach cobbler and pound cake. Very fabulous. Potions were good. Collared greens were yummy and the peach cobbler was to die for. Staff was friendly. We were greeted at the door and thanked when we left. We definitely will be back! More...
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Laurie WatSon
This place is simply amazing.. The food is � and I'm definitely going to be a regular.. the staff was very friendly and the place was cozy and clean.
I will be recommending this too all
Of my friends and family. only one issue Needs to have SUNDAY HOURS�
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Lashawnda Jones
Upon arrival we were greeted warmly. The food was made fresh and portions were great for the price. The food was delicious and the customer service was superb. I'll recommend this restaurant to all. Do not skip desert the caramel cake is the best and I even took some banana pudding home. More...
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Karen Welton
Their greens are fantastic, the broth so worthy of a dip of my cornbread muffin. I have not had anything there I did not like. Catfish, pork chops, and of course fried chicken.They may have different foods offered on different days. But the above mentioned is always there. Sides...fried corn, garlic mashed pots and I have had the Mac and Cheese and it was superb. The entire crew are very friendly and most are family. The best thing I can say is when my husband and I go there, I feel like family. May the Lord keep his guiding and healing hands on all. More...
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Matthew Visor
Food is prepared after you order so the chicken came out good & hot! Nice friendly staff. Had high hopes trying this out & it definitely didnt disappoint Ill be going back soon!
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Trey Witker
I accidentally wrote a review about the wrong Place. This establishment has obviously done the right things to keep them in business.
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Northern Illinois Rail
Very friendly staff, good food, will go again.
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Donna Harvey
Food is very good. Large portions, friendly staff.
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Alex Smith
Tasty fried chicken and sides, will be back to try more of the menu
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manda baugh
Ahhhhhhhmazing catfish among other things. Service is outstanding!
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TAMMIE SHERED
Soul Food
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Rachel Saleh
Food was great! Will be back again!
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Evan Mosley
Yo the best food in the dekalb area a must try
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