The Bethany Diner | Classic Comfort Food in Bethany, IL

What We Serve

A Menu Built for Every Hunger

From the first cup of coffee to the last round of cocktails — our kitchen and bar work together to deliver meals and drinks that hit the spot.

Eggs Benedict

Poached eggs, Canadian bacon, and rich hollandaise on a toasted English muffin. Served with home fries and toast.

Buttermilk Pancakes

Three fluffy buttermilk pancakes, stacked high and served with real maple syrup and a pat of butter.

Bethany Diner breakfast platter with eggs, bacon, sausage, and toast

The Bethany Platter

Two eggs any style, two slices of bacon, two breakfast links, home fries, and toasted white or wheat.

Steel-Cut Oatmeal

Slow-cooked steel-cut oats topped with brown sugar, walnuts, and fresh seasonal berries.

Grandpa's Griddle Stack

Three griddle cakes layered with ham and American cheese, smothered in maple syrup. A Bethany tradition.

Butter croissant with scrambled eggs and smoked salmon

Croissant Sandwich

Flaky butter croissant filled with scrambled eggs, cheddar, and your choice of turkey or bacon.

Thick cheeseburger with lettuce, tomato, and pickles on a brioche bun

Classic Cheeseburger

Half-pound Angus beef, aged cheddar, lettuce, tomato, pickles, and our house sauce on a toasted brioche bun. Served with fries.

Triple-decker club sandwich with turkey, bacon, and avocado

Triple Club

Toasted white bread, turkey, crispy bacon, lettuce, tomato, and avocado. A three-layer classic served with chips or soup.

Garden Salad

Crisp mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumbers, red onion, and croutons with your choice of dressing.

Golden grilled cheese sandwich with tomato soup

Grilled Cheese & Soup

Sourdough bread loaded with melted provolone and cheddar, served with a bowl of today's house-made soup.

Pulled Pork Sandwich

Slow-smoked pulled pork on a toasted bun with tangy coleslaw and pickled jalapeños. Served with sweet potato fries.

Fish Tacos

Three crispy cod tacos on warm tortillas with shredded cabbage, lime crema, and a squeeze of fresh lime.

Homestyle meatloaf with mashed potatoes and gravy

Bethany Meatloaf

Our signature meatloaf, topped with a tangy glaze, served with creamy mashed potatoes and brown gravy.

Chicken Fried Steak

Tenderized steak, buttermilk battered and pan-fried to golden perfection, smothered in creamy pepper gravy.

Herb-crusted baked salmon with roasted vegetables

Herb-Crusted Salmon

Atlantic salmon with a garlic-herb crust, served over seasonal roasted vegetables and lemon butter sauce.

Baked mac and cheese with a golden breadcrumb topping

Baked Mac & Cheese

Three-cheese blend with elbow pasta, topped with crispy panko breadcrumbs. Add grilled chicken for an upgrade.

Half roasted chicken with roasted potatoes and seasonal vegetables

Sunday Roast Chicken

Half a heritage-roasted chicken with crispy skin, served with roasted potatoes, carrots, and pan jus.

Beer-battered fish and chips with tartar sauce and mushy peas

Fish & Chips

Beer-battered cod with thick-cut fries, mushy peas, tartar sauce, and a wedge of lemon.

Freshly Brewed Coffee

Premium drip coffee, refills available all day. Also available: decaf, dark roast, and single-origin pour-over.

Thick vanilla milkshake with whipped cream and a cherry

Hand-Spun Shakes

Real ice cream blended to perfection. Try vanilla, chocolate, strawberry, or our signature Bethany Peanut Butter.

Craft cocktail in a coupe glass with a citrus twist

Craft Cocktails

Our bar team mixes classics and house originals using premium spirits. Ask about tonight's seasonal specials.

Pint of craft beer on draft with frothy head

Draft Beer Selection

Rotating taps featuring local Illinois craft brews and national favorites. Always 6 on tap, more in bottles.

Wine by the Glass

Curated selection of reds, whites, and rosés from American and European vineyards. Full bottle menu available.

Freshly squeezed orange juice in a glass

Fresh Juices & Smoothies

Fresh-squeezed OJ, apple, and seasonal smoothies made with real fruit. No syrups, no shortcuts.

Savor Every Bite at Bethany's Beloved Diner

A Corner of Bethany That Feels Like Home