TOP 10 BEST Restaurants in DeKalb - Updated July 2024

"If you want to say hello to a part of yourself that keeps you young and in "tune" with the true essence of being,go,no run to the House cafe...."

Steve Deiss

"I am very happy to see The House Cafe thriving and putting on some great events. There was a small hiccup in time where ownership may have fell into..."

Steven A. Contreras

"Favorite business in DeKalb. Good cheap coffee and food (with vegetarian/vegan options) General open mic Mondays, yoga and salsa class Tuesdays,..."

Kay Ay

"Love this venue in Dekalb IL. A single business, or spot in a town can make or break a music scene. That place in Dekalb is the House Cafe. Much love..."

Sasha Alcott

"Geat to have a music venue like the house !! Love the jazz jam so good to have a place like this in dekalb keep it..."

Francis Vanderstappen

"Had a nice Sunday lunch watching my grandson play in the Sycamore High School Jazz Band. Great music � with the whole family. Good food and..."

Mary Rita Nelson

"Great spot. My band has played there twice now and it's never disappointing. Chill atmosphere, good music, and there's always something going on. The..."

Jackson Gibbons

"It's a great place for comedy and music and the coffee is..."

Shane Batchelor

"You are not allowed to say you're from Dekalb if you have never been to the house..."

John Lange

"Great local place to hang out and see a large array of performances. Also a great place to host an educational, political, or community event. Easy..."

John Eldon Mathey

"Hosted a comedy show last night to a rowdy crowd and did great. Doubt I'll ever be in dekalb again but thanks for having..."

Mike Eakins

"The portions are small and the food is good. You go for the live..."

Stephen Clark

"The staff is friendly, the food is delicious, and the lattés are yummy. Vegan and vegetarian soups, veggies, sandwiches, wraps, hummus, black bean..."

Stacy Baker Ash

"This is a venue that has really become a staple of the local music scene and it would be a huge shame for it to close..."

Ryan Kubacki

"Love Open Mic night. The staff are all awesome. This is the night I get to chill out with everyone. Love you my family!..."

Laurie Sitzes

"Great place, great shows great mood, great food and great coffee. Prices are fair, the chicken wrap is great and the coffee it's individually..."

Alvarado Emilio

"The best place in town.. Good peoples especially the owners Pepe and he's..."

Aaron Robertson

"This is a staple of the local music community on top of being a good spot for coffee and pastries. Nice seating when a show isn't taking place, and..."

eon wagoneer

"Great atmosphere with live entertainment, and awesome service. The new owner is a really cool guy who doesn't mind chatting with his customers...."

Kobe Lohr

"Amazing live music, unique food, and a relaxing vibe: what could be better? There's some great bands who play there, and the range of music is..."

Matt Zoppa

"Best beer selection out of all the restaurants and bars in Dekalb (size is not everything). Great home-cooked food (though it takes some time). Great..."

Mark M

"I love how they offer gluten free options! You can't really walk into a restaurant or a place to eat anymore that has gluten free options! Their..."

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