Opening hours
Open now · closes 8:30 PM
| Monday | 11:00 AM – 8:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 11:00 AM – 8:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 11:00 AM – 8:30 PM |
| Thursday | 11:00 AM – 8:30 PM |
| Friday | Closed |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | 11:00 AM – 8:30 PM |
Local time in Skokie: 6:18 PM (CST). Holiday hours may differ – call (847) 679-4030 to confirm.
Location & directions
3353 Dempster StreetSkokie, IL 60076
About Ken's Diner
Looking for an American restaurant in Skokie? Ken's Diner is at 3353 Dempster Street, Skokie, Illinois. Our Skokie guide covers 120 food and drink spots, and this is one of them.
Ken's Diner is open 5 days a week, usually 11:00 AM – 8:30 PM (closed Friday and Saturday).
You can visit for dine-in. Offerings include vegan options and kosher.
You can reach the team at (847) 679-4030.
Quick facts
- Category
- American Restaurant
- Address
- 3353 Dempster Street, Skokie, IL 60076
- Phone
- (847) 679-4030
- Hours
- Open 5 days a week, usually 11:00 AM – 8:30 PM (closed Friday and Saturday)
- Listing updated
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Popular times
Usually busiest around 7 PM on Thursdays; one of the quieter times is around 2 PM on weekdays.
Based on typical visit patterns for American restaurants and this venue’s opening hours.
How the hours compare
We compared Ken's Diner’s weekday schedule with 327 other American restaurants in Illinois. On a typical weekday it opens at 11:00 AM, close to the local norm of 11:00 AM and closes at 8:30 PM, in line with the typical 9:00 PM.
In total it is open about 47.5 hours a week, 23 hours fewer than the local median of 70. 85% of American restaurants in Illinois open on Sundays, and Ken's Diner is one of them.
Compared with 327 other American restaurants in Illinois that list their hours in our guide.
Typical prices for American restaurants in Illinois
Based on 86 menus with 6,032 priced items from American restaurants in Illinois, the median menu item costs $10.25, and half of all items are priced between $5.49 and $15.59.
We don’t have Ken's Diner’s own menu on file yet, so use these figures as a guide to what American restaurants in Illinois typically charge.
| Item | On menus | Typical price |
|---|---|---|
| French Fries | 35% | $4.95 |
| Onion Rings | 30% | $6.40 |
| Caesar Salad | 29% | $10.62 |
| Grilled Cheese | 27% | $8.20 |
| Patty Melt | 23% | $10.87 |
| Cheeseburger | 20% | $11.07 |
| French Toast | 16% | $10.45 |
| Chicken Strips | 16% | $11.99 |
Calculated from 86 menus in our guide. Prices vary by location and change over time.
Features & amenities
Service options
- Dine-in
Offerings
- Vegan options
- Kosher
The neighborhood
Within a 10-minute walk (half a mile) of Ken's Diner there are 8 other places to eat and drink in our guide, and 34 within one mile. By type, the places within a mile include Burgers & Fast Food (8), Mediterranean & Middle Eastern (6), Pizza (5), and Bakeries & Desserts (5).
Ken's Diner is the only American restaurant within a mile (11 within three miles). The next closest is Ridgeville Tavern, 1.6 mi away.
7 places within a mile stay open until 10 PM or later on at least one night a week.
Nearest places of other kinds
- Burgers & Fast FoodHerm's Palace< 0.1 mi
- PizzaLittle Caesars0.2 mi
- Mediterranean & Middle EasternKabul House0.2 mi
- Bakeries & DessertsNew York Bagles and Bialy0.2 mi
- Chicken & WingsWingstop0.6 mi
What to expect at an American restaurant
American restaurants cover a lot of ground: the neighborhood diner with a counter and bottomless coffee, the family restaurant with a long laminated menu, the gastropub doing elevated comfort food, and the “New American” kitchen that builds a short seasonal menu around local farms. What ties them together is a menu built on familiar staples – burgers, sandwiches, salads, steaks, fried chicken and pasta – plus regional favorites that change as you cross the country.
What to order
- Cheeseburger – the benchmark dish; a good one tells you how seriously the kitchen takes its basics
- Chicken-fried steak or fried chicken – a comfort classic, especially in the South and Midwest
- Mac and cheese – often a house side that doubles as a main
- A regional specialty – look for anything named after the town or state on the menu
Good to know
- Portions are generous; sharing a starter or ordering a half portion is common and rarely frowned upon.
- Weekday lunch specials and early-bird dinners often cost noticeably less than the regular menu.
- Tipping 18–20% on table service is standard across the US.
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Frequently asked questions
What are Ken's Diner's opening hours?
Open 5 days a week, usually 11:00 AM – 8:30 PM (closed Friday and Saturday). Monday: 11:00 AM – 8:30 PM; Tuesday: 11:00 AM – 8:30 PM; Wednesday: 11:00 AM – 8:30 PM; Thursday: 11:00 AM – 8:30 PM; Friday: Closed; Saturday: Closed; Sunday: 11:00 AM – 8:30 PM.
Is Ken's Diner open on Sunday?
Yes, Ken's Diner is open on Sundays: 11:00 AM – 8:30 PM.
Where is Ken's Diner located?
Ken's Diner is located at 3353 Dempster Street, Skokie, IL 60076.
What is the phone number of Ken's Diner?
You can call Ken's Diner at (847) 679-4030.
Does Ken's Diner offer delivery or takeout?
Delivery is not listed for Ken's Diner. Listed service options: dine-in.
Is Ken's Diner open late?
No, Ken's Diner usually closes before 10 PM.
What else is near Ken's Diner?
There are 34 other places to eat and drink within a mile of Ken's Diner. Nearby options include Herm's Palace (< 0.1 mi), Little Caesars (0.2 mi), and Kabul House (0.2 mi).
Are there other American restaurants near Ken's Diner?
None within a mile. The closest is Ridgeville Tavern, 1.6 mi away.
How much do American restaurants in Illinois cost?
Based on 86 menus with 6,032 priced items from American restaurants in Illinois, the median menu item costs $10.25, and half of all items are priced between $5.49 and $15.59.
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