By Justin Boltz
Stella's Diner
3042 N. Broadway AvenueMy New Year's "get lean" resolution went right out the window the moment I stepped into the temptatious Stella's Diner. The Lakeview spot happens to be a must go for a twist on momma's comfort food. Even before looking over the menu, you can begin by
satisfying your people scoping appetite by snatching one of their tables facing Broadway to peer and gossip at the cuties walking by as you stuff your face. As you settle into one of their cozy booths you'll immediately notice how pleasantly unpacked the place is and the lovely staff that occupies it. If it's your first run at Stella's than do it up, start off with one of their wonderfully guilty appetizers like the Chili Cheese Fries, mmhmm, or if you happen to have a little more self control than I do, opt for a Chicken Teriyaki Salad for a no shame starter. For your main course you have a ridiculously large selection of wraps, sandwiches, hearty entrees, and pastas. I'd go for the Turkey Pesto sandwich on a toasted baguette with their homemade mac and cheese, you'll be in a food coma for hours and love every minute of it. When you wake up, I suggest you attempt burping those ABC's to squeeze in room for one of their delish desserts. With treat names like "Beautiful Bottom Brownie" and "Chocolate Diva Cake" how could one beautiful bottom diva resist?
Go for it: If you want an upgrade from your usual greasy spoon and want a modern take on the classic diner menu.
Skip it: If you're on a strict diet, everything on the menu aims to be a little indulgent and frankly, too hard to resist.
3042 N. Broadway Avenue.
Open 7am-10pm daily
773/472-9040