Carol's Garden Restaurant - American restaurant in Carol Stream - 515 S Schmale Rd, USA

First time I went I really enjoyed the food and service. The second time I went I brought my family and upon entering the vestibule there was an overwhelming smell of smoke. To top it off the food was not very good. Service was ok. The veggies were completely overcooked and the pork chop was very dry and over cooked. I should have sent it back.

I ordered take out from here and after one bite I remembered why I haven't been here for a decade plus. Absolutely disappointing from the meat skillet, biscuit and gravy. Finally the pecan roll could of been the worst item ever!! It's not even a pecan roll. It's a cinnamon roll with pecan thrown in the back, check the picture. Just a waste of money!!!

I had the “Twosy”. Everything but the hash browns were good, but nothing was special enough to get the 5th star. Service was very good. I didn’t like the hash browns but that’s pretty common for me, I’m not the right person to judge them.

My sister and I visited Carol's Garden for the first time on a Friday, around noon. They have a huge menu with breakfast lunch and dinner options. Surprisingly no coffee options like flavored cofee or iced coffe but a good variety of juices. Sister went with the Double Bacon Benedict - Canadian bacon wasn't seasoned much but she was happy with the quality of hollandaise and poached eggs. We're super picky with our hashbrowns and unfortunately I was adding salt to mine, trying to add some flavor. Also mine tasted more burnt than I'm used to. I ordered the simple 4 eggs with pancakes and an additional piece of toast. Besides the blah hashbrowns, I was happy. We also ordered the Shrimp DeJohnge which felt a little overpriced for the size and amount of shrimp we got as a small plate. The restuarant itself has a cozy feel to it and while I understand this place caters to an older crowd, it was disappointing to see Fox news playing at all corners. They seemed short staffed, our waitress was able to refill our drinks (water, raspberry iced tea and hot cocoa) towards the end of our meal. Overall we may give this place another go fo dinner, as their menu is super extensive.

I ordered take out and I really want to go back to dine-in. The California Eggs Benedict had 3 perfectly poached eggs, fresh tomatoes and avocados, with crispy bacon and hollandaise sauce. The food was ready in 15 minutes with an order of other meals. I was just extremely impressed.

Had a delightful time with good friends. One of whom has been taking care of her husband who has been ill since Aug and is finally getting better. The other one just had an eye procedure. It was so good to sit and relax with them.

A pancake type breakfast. They also substitute hash browns for delicious fresh fruit. Service is good. The manager is wonderful! There is a glass case filled with pies, cheese cakes, etc. You can buy a whole cake /pie or pay for a slice.They have a new bonus which is 5% off if you pay cash

Food was excellent. Service was very good the girl that was our waitress was on top of everything. I have been going here for years. Soups are great and breakfast also good. Prices are inline. A must try place in the area.