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Wednesday 7am - 2pm Thursday 7am - 2pm Friday 7am - 2pm Saturday 7am - 2pm Sunday 7am - 2pm

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Serena Cafe

Name: Serena Cafe
Address: 2274 East US Route 52, Serena, IL, 60549, US
Telephone: +18152007222
Price range: $
Rating: 4.8

Built in the late 1800's, this little place was originally a tavern until the Township was voted dry. Since 1938, it has been a beloved community-oriented cafe!
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Open 7am-2pm Wednesday-Sunday

08/26/2026

Specials this Week:
Mushroom Onion Breakfast Sandwich - $11 - House mushroom pork patty, fried egg, crispy onion straws, horseradish aioli and onion jam spread, sandwiched between a pretzel bun!

Sweet Potato Grits Bowl - $10 - Buttery cheddar grits, served with cubed sweet potatoes, sauteed spinach, goat cheese drizzle, walnuts, and 2 eggs!

Chickpea Lentil Kibbeh - Chickpeas, green lentils, carrots, onions and kale slow simmered in a creamy potato broth, topped with 2 Kibbeh dumplings stuffed with marinated soy protein, topped with baba ganoush drizzle and fresh parsley! Gluten Free, Vegan modifiable

Lemon Meringue Pancakes - $9 - 2 fluffy lemon buttermilk pancakes topped with fresh whipped meringue, lemon zest and mint leaves!

08/19/2026

Specials this week:
Hawaiian Bagel Sandwich - $9 - A toasted Hawaiian sweet bread bagel smeared with macadamia cream cheese spread, a marinated crispy fried rice patty, fried egg, bacon and grilled pineapple! Vegetarian modifiable

Sweet Corn Dal - $8 - A Midwestern take on a south Asian classic, fresh picked sweet corn charred and lightly pureed, then simmered with shallots, garlic, coconut milk and a rich blend of spices, topped with sauteed shaved brussel sprouts, chopped kale, fresh sliced radish, and a fig chutney drizzle! Served with a toasted naan. Low carb, Gluten free modifiable

Sesame Plantain Flatbread - $8 - Plantain Flatbread smeared with cinnamon pine nut hummus, sliced avocado, a toasted sesame honey drizzle, poached egg, and toasted sesame seeds! Gluten free

Mirepoix Soup - $3/$5

We now are offering French press! Your choice of medium roast Starved Rock Coffee Company beans, as well as Masala Chai, and this week, Orchid Rose green tea! $6

08/12/2026

We will be closed Friday 8/14 due to a scheduled court date! See you this weekend!

Specials this week:
Poutine - $10 - A classic of Quebec! Waffle fries and white cheddar cheese curds smothered in your choice of brown beef gravy, or mushroom gravy!

Succotash - $8 - "Sufferin Succotash!" An ancient Native American late summer harvest medley! Fresh picked sweet corn and yellow squash simmered with organic kidney beans, green beans, roasted red pepper, cherry tomatoes, garlic and fresh thyme, finished with a pork au jus! (vegetarian and vegan modifiable)

French Baked Eggs - $8 - A simple, light & elegant French breakfast! 2 eggs baked in cremé fraishe, Parmesan, a dollop of caramelized balsamic onion, lemon pepper, fresh parsley and dill, served with multi grain toast!

Mango Avocado Crepe - $7 - 1 light fluffy crepe filled with mango cream whip, topped with avocado, strawberry, and Matcha lime reduction!

08/05/2026

Specials this week:
Pimento Breakfast Ciabatta - $8 - An Asiago Ciabatta bun smeared with house pimento cheese spread, fried egg, crispy shaved potato, bacon, tomato, and pickled red onion! Vegetarian modifiable

Red Cabbage Latkes - $8 - 3 red cabbage potato Latkes topped with hand whipped sour cream, caramelized apple and onion, and chive!

Baked Lentil Plate - $8 - Green lentil simmered with cherry tomatoes, radish, onion, aleppo pepper and chives, topped with Halloumi and Feta, baked to perfection and topped with fresh parsley! High protein and Gluten free!

07/29/2026

Sam and Serena will be attending a family reunion Saturday 8/1, so we will be open that day with a limited menu FYI!

Specials this week:
3 bright celebrations of summer!

Watermelon Gazpacho - $9 - A bowl of chilled Gazpacho (Roma tomato, cucumber, watermelon, mint, parsley, green chile) served with bruschetta topped with pesto, tomato, roasted red pepper and balsamic! Pure summer on a plate! Gluten free and vegan

Corn Chowder Biscuits - $9 - 2 buttermilk biscuits topped with fresh picked sweet corn chowder, carmelized onions and carrots, bacon cheddar and chives! Vegetarian modifiable

Crunch Salad - $9 or $5 side salad - A salad with a delectable crunch! Garden English cucumber, cabbage, carrot, celery, kale, carrot, chopped peanuts, sunflower kernels, green apple, feta, and a creamy lemon honey drizzle!

Watermelon Rind Sun Tea - $3

Strawberry Matcha Latte Hot/iced - $4

07/22/2026

Specials This Week:

Crab Cakes - $10 - 4 crispy crab Cakes served with a tangy remoulade! Gluten Free

Baked Feta Cavatappi - $9 - Cavatappi noodles tossed in a sun dried tomato sauce, topped with feta and baked to perfection, topped with balsamic and parsley! Upgrade to a meat sauce +$2! Vegan modifiable

Cucumber Kimchi Plate - $8 - Sauteed cucumber pineapple Kimchi served with cubed sweet potatoes and Jasmine rice, topped with pineapple ginger aioli and chives!

Brioche Chocolate Cherry French Toast - $8 - Brioche chocolate chip French toast topped with black cherry compote, Nutella, dark chocolate drizzle and walnuts! It's downright seductive!

Drink specials:

Strawberry Matcha Latte - Hot or Iced $4

Cucumber Lime Sun Tea $3

07/18/2026

Thanks so much for the kind words, glad you enjoyed!

07/15/2026

Specials This Week -
Sauerkraut Dumpling Platter - $9 - 3 Sauerkraut gouda dumplings served with brown sugar glazed carrots, redskin potatoes and onions simmered in a cream sauce, topped with cheddar, chives, and served with a side of our house 1000 island! Add a fried egg +$1, or add chopped bacon or sausage +$3!

Cashew Cream Tofu Plate - $10 - Jasmine rice topped with sauteed zucchini, bell pepper medley, red onion and radish, crispy fried tofu nuggets, cashew creme drizzle, orange fig drizzle, chives and sesame seeds! GF and vegan!

Grilled Watermelon salad - $9 - Mixed greens topped with Roma tomato, grilled and chilled watermelon chunks, strawberry cilantro slaw, feta, avocado, chives, and honey lime vinaigrette! A bright juicy bite of summer! GF and vegan modifiable!

FYI we will be closing at 12pm instead of 2pm on Sunday 7/19!

07/08/2026

Specials this week:

Jamaican Pork Patty - $10 - Have a taste of the #1 New York Street Food of 2025, The Jamaican Patty! Similar to an empañada, it features Caribbean braised pork and onion stuffed in our house turmeric dough and baked to perfection, served with a lemon aioli and garnished with parsley and radish! Served with seasoned rice, pinto beans, tomato and avocado!

Lentil Pea Fritters - $7 - 4 crispy Fritters composed of red lentil, split pea, feta, walnut, spices and herbs, served with a fresh dill cremé! GF

Crab Ceviche - $10 - A garden of tomato, radish, cucumber, cabbage, parsley and fresh crab marinated in a bright lemon chimichurri vinaigrette, then tossed in fresh mashed avocado, served with blue corn tortilla chips!GF

Cream of Potato Soup - $3/$5 GF

Address

2274 East US Route 52
Serena, IL
60549

Opening Hours

Wednesday	7am - 2pm
Thursday	7am - 2pm
Friday	7am - 2pm
Saturday	7am - 2pm
Sunday	7am - 2pm

Telephone

+18152007222

Website

facebook.com

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