Sher-Main Grill

Riccardo Bianchin★★★★★

This diner is an authentic traditional spot where I had a great time. The atmosphere is warm and welcoming, with friendly staff that makes you feel at home, and huge portions at rock-bottom prices like true American classics: eggs, chilaquiles, and perfect hashbrowns. Cash only, but it’s absolutely worth it for the old-school, genuine experience without frills.

Betsy Van Die★★★★★

Many, many moons ago, I used to visit Evanston with some frequency, and especially Main Street. I loved Goods, Toys Et Cetera, Vogue Fabrics (moved to Hartrey), and Dave’s Rock Shop (which is blessedly still going strong since 1970). The older I get, the more nostalgic I become for old-school, authentic businesses like Sher-Main. So many places I loved in Evanston are no longer – Tom Thumb moved from Davis Street to a dingy, somewhat depressing warehouse in an industrial area in Niles. Betty’s of Winnetka is long defunct, as is the Tokyo Shop, Protex, Walter Burt Adams, and many other places

Ronan Helvey★★★★★

This is one of the most old school straight forward diners I have ever been to. The service is fast, the atmosphere is nostalgic and familiar, the food is classic and delicious. As soon as I read cash only in the window I know I'm about to have a great experience. One of my favorite parts was seeing pictures of this man sleeping at this booth and then the man began to sleep in the booth. If you are looking for delicious diner food that primarily serves local regulars well, i highly highly recommend.

Samuel Richardson★★★★

The food here was absolutely on point 👌🔥 This spot really gives off that true old-school diner vibe, which I loved right away 🏪 The seating by the windows is pretty tight though, so if you want more space, it’s better to grab a booth toward the middle or back 👍 For my meal, I went with two eggs with cheese, hashbrowns, turkey sausage, and wheat toast 🍳🥔, while my partner ordered sunny side up eggs with ham, hashbrowns, and wheat toast. Everything was cooked fresh to order just like they promised, and it came out insanely fast-seriously, super quick service ⏱️ And the food? So good 🤤🔥