Rainbow Restaurant and Pancake House in Algonquin Now Open

The Rainbow Restaurant and Pancake House on Route 31/Main Street in the Fox River Center mall in Algonquin is now open for breakfast and lunch. The diner is bright and cheery even on the grey morning we visited. Decorated in a warm toasty fawn color, the newly remodeled restaurant includes high-end ceramic floor tile with marble counters and matching window sills.

A warm muffin right out of the oven started our meal. Plenty of choices on the menu! The extensive breakfast menu includes skillets, omelettes, frittatas, eggs Benedict and more. Three full plates brought my husband’s steak and eggs meal; it was so big.

Steak and Eggs at The Rainbow Restaurant and Pancake House

Steak and Eggs at The Rainbow Restaurant and Pancake House

My potato pancakes were delicious. Rainbow Restaurant makes them from scratch every day using fresh ingredients. The pancakes are never frozen or prepackaged. This is the case with all the foods at Rainbow Restaurant.

Potato Pancakes at The Rainbow Restaurant and Pancake House

Potato Pancakes at The Rainbow Restaurant and Pancake House

John warmly greeted us at the door and seated us promptly. Our server, Jan, was attentive and friendly. Staff topped off our coffee and water glasses regularly while swiftly clearing empty plates.

After breakfast, I spoke with owner Nick Dimitrelis. This is his second Rainbow Restaurant; the first opened in Elmhurst 30 years ago. His friendliness and passion for serving high quality and quantities of food came through. His goal for Rainbow Restaurant is to serve more than just pancake house fare. Every day the Rainbow Restaurant will feature specials starting at 11 AM such as stuffed peppers, meatloaf, BBQ spare ribs, lamb shanks, and baked Greek chicken. Each day the chefs cook two homemade soups from scratch.

Two chefs, one helper and a large staff keep the Rainbow Restaurant humming. I counted at least seven servers while we were there. Service was extremely friendly and attentive to our needs.

Owner Nick Dimitrelis and server Jan at Rainbow Restaurant and Pancake House

Owner Nick Dimitrelis and server Jan at Rainbow Restaurant and Pancake House

As a vegetarian, I asked about vegetarian options. Nick said at least two vegetarian dishes are on the menu and they are happy to customize orders to meet guest’s wishes.

Krisztina and John welcome guests at Rainbow Restaurant and Pancake House

Krisztina and John welcome guests at Rainbow Restaurant and Pancake House

Carry out service is available. Currently, Rainbow Restaurant is open for early breakfast through mid afternoon. The shopping center has plenty of parking stalls.
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25 thoughts on “Rainbow Restaurant and Pancake House in Algonquin Now Open

  1. Carmella

    Hi i have been going to rainbow quite a few times since it has been open. There food is great and service is excellent. They are better than some of the neighboring restaurants around there. i will continue to eat there, they give you an abundance of food.

    Carmella and Dave

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  2. Jan

    Hello I work at Rainbow an The food is great, Very nice people to work for. I hope to see everyone there… Love ya April

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  3. Jan

    Hello I work at Rainbow. An The food is great, Very nice people to work for. I CANT wait to see everyone there… Love ya April

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  4. Wendy Sebastian

    My husband & I always stop at The Rainbow on our way to Wonderlake, IL to visit family. We love the fresh, delicious food & friendly staff. Especially Jan!! Keep up the good work, we look forward to our next visit. 😀

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      1. Laura n Lou

        We are also part of the Jan fan club as well! lol The food at Rainbow is very fresh, and tasty. The prices are a great especially when you are on a budget. The amount of food they give you is very generous portions, we always get another meal out of it! So we would give two thumbs up for Rainbow! and two thumbs up for Jan!

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  5. SHELIA

    HELLO APRIL, I was in Rainbow on mothers day an had the best time.. Im not sure who my waitress was but she has red hair an very FRIENDLY, The food was so good an she made Me & My whole Family feel great. I was back in there an she was not there on a Sunday. We had great food but not the same without the Fun waitress. I want to take my group there but I want to know when she is working. So can you PLEASE let me know her Name. I will call an see when she works. My friend lives in Algonquin an she found this on the internet, That way im asking you I live in Cary. I will always come if I have the Waitress. Thanks for all you help…Shelia.

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    1. April M. Williams Post author

      Hi Shelia,

      Thanks for your comments. Rainbow Pancake Restaurant in Algonquin is getting rave reviews! I passed your message on to Jan, one of the other awesome waitresses there. There are many as Nick hired a good team.

      April M. Williams

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  6. SHELIA

    Thanks, You are right there are alot of nice girls, A a girl name Ashley waited on us, An she was sweet as can be, very good waitress but not as Friendly as the 1st Waitress. I think your right her name might be Jane or something like that. I will be back there alot the food is the best around. I think they have a great crew, The owner knew what he was doing hiring all the girls he did. I give the rainbow ***** 5 stars in the food an my 1st waitress.

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    1. April M. Williams Post author

      Shelia,

      Was it either of the two waitresses pictured in the article I posted on Rainbow Pancake Restaurant in Algonquin? The email address I have for Jan bounced.
      April

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      1. SHELIA

        I not sure, It looks like her a little, I dont know why it didnt work, But I hope i get to meet you there one day. I will find out what her real name is.. Thanks

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          1. April M. Williams Post author

            Shelia, I stopped by to see Jan and Nick to personally deliver your message at Rainbow Pancake Restaurant in Algonquin. Jan said she would reply after work this evening or tomorrow.
            April M. Williams

  7. jan

    Hello, Shelia, My name is Jan I waited on you Mothers day. Im very happy you loved Rainbow & Me lol… I will gladly wait on you an your group when you come in the Rainbow. Just call an let us know what day your coming. I have worked at Rainbow for 6 or 7 Weeks now. I truely love it, There are so many nice people there, Waitress, cooks, busboys, An Nick, Maria, an Kelly are all very nice. An people like you & April make it a better place to work. I love waiting on all the new customers an all the ones we gave great food an service too an they come back. Thank you so much for your GREAT REVIEW. Love always Jan

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    1. April M. Williams Post author

      More Algonquin Rainbow Pancake Restaurant comments! Thanks Jan for your reply. As I mentioned, I delivered this message to Jan personally this weekend. Glad to connect you both. Rainbow Pancake Restaurant stayed open late and Jan waited on a graduation party last weekend.

      April M. Williams

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