Crispy Waffle – American
Steaming bowls of house-made comfort take center stage at this inviting neighborhood haunt, where a rotating daily calendar offers a nostalgic rhythm of velvety creams and hearty, slow-simmered broths. From the silky richness of a mid-week cream of cauliflower to the savory, smoke-kissed depth of split pea with ham, every spoonful captures the essence of home-style cooking in a space that hums with the warmth of a classic diner.
Brook Forest Avenue https://crispywafflell.comRating: 4/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: American
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, keto, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, soy-free
Diet fit at Crispy Waffle
Dairy-Free at Crispy Waffle
Crispy Waffle in Joliet has 2 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Pasta Fagioli and Chicken Rosa Marina. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Crispy Waffle
Crispy Waffle in Joliet has 1 gluten-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Chicken Rosa Marina. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Crispy Waffle
Crispy Waffle in Joliet has 4 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Wednesday - Cream of Cauliflower, Tuesday - Cream of Broccoli and Pasta Fagioli. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at Crispy Waffle
Crispy Waffle in Joliet has 3 keto-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Wednesday - Cream of Cauliflower, Tuesday - Cream of Broccoli and Saturday - Cream of Mushroom. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at Crispy Waffle
Crispy Waffle in Joliet has 3 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Wednesday - Cream of Cauliflower, Tuesday - Cream of Broccoli and Saturday - Cream of Mushroom. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Crispy Waffle
Crispy Waffle in Joliet has 1 vegan-tagged dish on its current menu, including Pasta Fagioli. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at Crispy Waffle
Crispy Waffle in Joliet has 4 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Wednesday - Cream of Cauliflower, Tuesday - Cream of Broccoli and Pasta Fagioli. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Heart-Healthy at Crispy Waffle
Crispy Waffle in Joliet has 3 heart-healthy-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Chicken Noodle, Pasta Fagioli and Chicken Rosa Marina. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at Crispy Waffle
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Chicken Rosa Marina | 5.5 g | 61.4 g |
| Sunday - Cream of Chicken | 26 g | 39.8 g |
| Beef Barley | 3.5 g | 31.3 g |
| Thursday - Split Pea with Ham | 26.2 g | 17.7 g |
| Friday - Cream of Potato with Bacon | 53.2 g | 17.4 g |
| Navy Bean with Ham | 14.7 g | 7.3 g |
| Tuesday - Cream of Broccoli | 4.4 g | 2.9 g |
| Saturday - Cream of Mushroom | 2 g | 2.2 g |
| Wednesday - Cream of Cauliflower | 1 g | 2.1 g |
| Chicken Noodle | 3.7 g | 0.9 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
What diners are saying
Guests rave about the savory pizzas and the kitchen's clear pride in their craft, noting that every bite is packed with flavor. Celebrated for its cozy and pleasant atmosphere, the dining experience is further enhanced by service that reviewers highlight as both welcoming and timely. Standout dishes include the artisanal pizzas which leave diners feeling thoroughly satisfied in an intimate setting.
Menu
Daily Soups
Daily soup selections available by day of the week.
- Sunday - Cream of Chicken Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tuesday - Cream of Broccoli Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach Available at: dinner, lunch
- Navy Bean with Ham Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Wednesday - Cream of Cauliflower Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Rosa Marina Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, AIP, Renal, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Thursday - Split Pea with Ham Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Noodle Dietary tags: Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Friday - Cream of Potato with Bacon Available at: dinner, lunch
- Beef Barley Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Saturday - Cream of Mushroom Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pasta Fagioli Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
Frequently Asked Questions about Crispy Waffle
- Is Crispy Waffle dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Crispy Waffle has 2 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Pasta Fagioli and Chicken Rosa Marina.
- What can I eat at Crispy Waffle on a dairy-free diet?
- Pasta Fagioli and Chicken Rosa Marina carry the dairy-free tag, out of 2 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Crispy Waffle have vegan options?
- Yes. 1 dish is tagged vegan on the current menu, including Pasta Fagioli.
- Is Crispy Waffle gluten-free?
- 1 dish is tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at Crispy Waffle?
- Chicken Rosa Marina, at roughly 61.4g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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