Opening hours
Closed · opens tomorrow 5:30 AM
| Monday | Closed |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 5:30 AM – 3:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 5:30 AM – 3:00 PM |
| Thursday | 5:30 AM – 3:00 PM |
| Friday | 5:30 AM – 8:00 PM |
| Saturday | 5:30 AM – 8:00 PM |
| Sunday | 5:30 AM – 3:00 PM |
Local time in De Soto: 9:31 PM (CST). Holiday hours may differ – call (618) 867-3175 to confirm.
Location & directions
108 N Chestnut StDe Soto, IL 62924
About Gresa's Cafe
Gresa's Cafe is a restaurant located at 108 N Chestnut St in De Soto, Illinois. It sits in the affordable price range ($10–20 per person).
Gresa's Cafe is open 6 days a week, usually 5:30 AM – 3:00 PM (closed Monday). Early risers are covered too: doors open at 5:30 AM most days.
Guests can choose from 108 menu items across 20 sections, including Eggs Appeal, Fluffy Omelettes, Originals, Breakfast, and Lunch. Listed prices range from $1.20 to $13.20, with a typical item around $7.80. Dishes worth a look include Two Eggs Any Style, Cheese Omelettes, and Hobo.
Available service options are takeaway, dine-in, and delivery. Visitors describe the atmosphere as casual and cosy, and it is a good fit for groups, locals, and tourists. It is especially popular for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Offerings include alcohol, beer, coffee, comfort food, and healthy options.
Accessibility features: wheelchair-accessible car park, wheelchair-accessible entrance, wheelchair-accessible seating, and wheelchair-accessible toilet. Payment methods accepted: cheques, credit cards, debit cards, and NFC mobile payments. Parking: free of charge street parking, free parking lot, and parking. Reservations are accepted; call (618) 867-3175 to book a table.
Quick facts
- Category
- Restaurant
- Address
- 108 N Chestnut St, De Soto, IL 62924
- Phone
- (618) 867-3175
- Price range
- $10–20 per person
- Hours
- Open 6 days a week, usually 5:30 AM – 3:00 PM (closed Monday)
- Menu
- 108 items · $1.20–$13.20
- Listing updated
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Popular times
Usually busiest around 6 PM on Fridays; one of the quieter times is around 7 AM on weekdays.
Based on typical visit patterns for restaurants and this venue’s opening hours.
How the hours compare
We compared Gresa's Cafe’s weekday schedule with 400 other restaurants in Illinois. On a typical weekday it opens at 5:30 AM, earlier than 98% of them (the typical opening time is 11:00 AM) and closes at 3:00 PM, earlier than most (typical closing time: 9:00 PM).
In total it is open about 67 hours a week, about the same as the local median (65 hours). 86% of restaurants in Illinois open on Sundays, and Gresa's Cafe is one of them.
Compared with 400 other restaurants in Illinois that list their hours in our guide.
Typical prices for restaurants in Illinois
Based on 197 menus with 13,160 priced items from restaurants in Illinois, the median menu item costs $11.00, and half of all items are priced between $5.99 and $17.50.
At Gresa's Cafe the median listed price is $7.80, lower than the typical $11.00 for restaurants in Illinois.
| Item | On menus | Typical price |
|---|---|---|
| Caesar Salad | 17% | $10.25 |
| French Fries | 17% | $5.00 |
| Onion Rings | 16% | $5.99 |
| Cheeseburger | 16% | $11.00 |
| Grilled Cheese | 13% | $7.75 |
| Fries | 13% | $4.16 |
| Mozzarella Sticks | 13% | $9.00 |
| Coffee | 11% | $3.35 |
Calculated from 197 menus in our guide. Prices vary by location and change over time.
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Features & amenities
Service options
- Takeaway
- Dine-in
- Delivery
Highlights
- Fireplace
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Serves local specialty
Popular for
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair-accessible car park
- Wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Wheelchair-accessible seating
- Wheelchair-accessible toilet
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Coffee
- Comfort food
- Healthy options
- Quick bite
- Small plates
Dining options
- Breakfast
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Toilet
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cosy
Crowd
- Groups
- Locals
- Tourists
Planning
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Cheques
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- Good for kids
- High chairs
- Kids' menu
Parking
- Free of charge street parking
- Free parking lot
- Parking
The neighborhood
Gresa's Cafe is fairly secluded: there are no other places to eat or drink in our guide within a mile, so it is worth checking the hours before you set off.
Nearest places of other kinds
- AmericanSt. Nicholas Brewing Co. Mdh3.1 mi
What to expect at a restaurant
General restaurants are places that do not fit neatly into a single cuisine: family restaurants, grills, bistros, eclectic kitchens and multi-cuisine menus. They are often local favorites that serve a bit of everything, from breakfast plates to steaks and seafood.
What to order
- House specialties – what regulars come back for
- Daily specials – often the freshest dishes
- Local dishes – anything named after the town or region
Good to know
- Check the latest hours before you go – independent restaurants change them more often.
- Weekend evenings are usually the busiest time.
- Tipping 18–20% on table service is standard in the US.
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Frequently asked questions
What are Gresa's Cafe's opening hours?
Open 6 days a week, usually 5:30 AM – 3:00 PM (closed Monday). Monday: Closed; Tuesday: 5:30 AM – 3:00 PM; Wednesday: 5:30 AM – 3:00 PM; Thursday: 5:30 AM – 3:00 PM; Friday: 5:30 AM – 8:00 PM; Saturday: 5:30 AM – 8:00 PM; Sunday: 5:30 AM – 3:00 PM.
Is Gresa's Cafe open on Sunday?
Yes, Gresa's Cafe is open on Sundays: 5:30 AM – 3:00 PM.
Where is Gresa's Cafe located?
Gresa's Cafe is located at 108 N Chestnut St, De Soto, IL 62924.
What is the phone number of Gresa's Cafe?
You can call Gresa's Cafe at (618) 867-3175.
Does Gresa's Cafe offer delivery or takeout?
Yes, Gresa's Cafe offers delivery, and takeout is available. Listed service options: takeaway, dine-in, and delivery.
How much does it cost to eat at Gresa's Cafe?
The typical price range at Gresa's Cafe is $10–20 per person. Menu prices range from $1.20 to $13.20.
Does Gresa's Cafe take reservations?
Yes, Gresa's Cafe accepts reservations.
Is Gresa's Cafe wheelchair accessible?
Listed accessibility features: wheelchair-accessible car park, wheelchair-accessible entrance, wheelchair-accessible seating, and wheelchair-accessible toilet.
Is Gresa's Cafe open late?
No, Gresa's Cafe usually closes before 10 PM.
What else is near Gresa's Cafe?
There are 0 other places to eat and drink within a mile of Gresa's Cafe. Nearby options include St. Nicholas Brewing Co. Mdh (3.1 mi).
How much do restaurants in Illinois cost?
Based on 197 menus with 13,160 priced items from restaurants in Illinois, the median menu item costs $11.00, and half of all items are priced between $5.99 and $17.50.
