Crystal Cafe Menu (2025 Update)
Welcome to Crystal Cafe, a beloved gem nestled in South Sioux City, Nebraska, at 4601 Dakota Ave. Known for its homestyle comfort food, Crystal Cafe embodies the heartwarming essence of a classic truck stop diner.
The menu boasts an array of enticing options. For those craving a hearty meal, indulge in the Beer Battered Cod Basket or the Chicken Fried Steak, both praised for their quality and generous portions. Omelettes are a highlight too, particularly the Mexican Omelette with flavorful taco meat and fresh veggies.
Diners rave about the amiable service and welcoming atmosphere, making every visit feel like home. Local favorites like the Banana Cream Pie add a sweet touch, rounding off a satisfying meal. If you’re seeking a taste of true Midwest hospitality, Crystal Cafe is a must-visit destination that promises both flavor and familiarity.
Beverages
100% Colombian Coffee
Regular or decaffeinated.
Chocolate Milk
Milk
Kids Pop
Ice Tea
Lemonade
Pop
Pepsi, Diet Pepsi, Dr. Pepper, Root Beer, Mountain Dew and Sierra Mist.
Juices
Tomato or orange.
Hot Chocolate
Sweet Tea
Hot Tea
Lettuce Salad
Add-ons: add tomatoes for an additional price.
Big Garden Salad
Taco Salad
Includes lettuce, taco meat, tomatoes, cheddar cheese, sour cream & picante sauce.
Chicken Chef Salad
Includes a choice of grilled or crispy chicken, lettuce, tomato, green peppers and cheddar cheese.
Chef Salad
Includes lettuce, ham, turkey, tomatoes and cheddar cheese.
Garden Salad
Includes lettuce, tomato, green peppers and cheese.
Salad Fixin's
Breakfast Favorites
Corned Beef Hash
Includes corned beef hash, 2 eggs and toast.
Smothered Chicken Fried Steak
Homemade chicken fried steak topped with 2 eggs, hashbrowns, sausage gravy and melted cheddar cheese and served with toast.
Ranch Special
Includes 2 eggs scrambled with diced ham and toast.
Belt Buster
Includes 2 eggs, potatoes, 1 strip of bacon, 2 sausage links, a slice of ham and toast.
Shaved Ham (Platter)
Breaded Pork Tenderloin (Platter)
Lemon Pepper Cod (Platter)
Grilled Ham And Cheese (Platter)
Breaded Pork Tenderloin (Regular)
Grilled Cheese (Platter)
Shaved Ham (Regular)
Philly Steak Sandwich (Regular)
Chicken Strip Sandwich (Regular)
Bacon, Lettuce & Tomato (Regular)
6oz. Grilled Chicken Breast (Platter)
Bacon, Lettuce & Tomato (Platter)
Philly Steak Sandwich (Platter)
Chicken Strip Sandwich (Platter)
Roast Beef (Regular)
Grilled Cheese (Regular)
Lemon Pepper Cod (Regular)
Grilled Ham And Cheese (Regular)
Roast Beef (Platter)
6oz. Grilled Chicken Breast (Regular)
Popular Sandwiches
House Specialty Sandwiches
Scrumptious Burger (Platter)
A 1/3 lb. hamburger topped with a fried egg, bacon, American cheese, lettuce, tomato and mayonnaise on a grilled bun.
Chili Size (Platter)
1/3 lb. hamburger served open faced on a grilled bun smothered with our homemade chili and topped with onions and melted cheese.
Chicken Club (Regular)
6 oz. grilled chicken topped with 2 slices of double smoked bacon, swiss cheese, lettuce, tomato and mayonnaise on a grilled bun.
Homemade Reuben (Platter)
Thinly sliced corn beef, swiss cheese, sauerkraut, homemade thousand island dressing on grilled rye bread.
Clubhouse (Regular)
Made the old fashioned way with 3 slices of toast, sliced turkey, sliced ham, double smoked bacon, lettuce, tomato and mayonnaise.
Chili Dog (Platter)
1/4 lb. Wimmers hot dog smothered in our homemade chili and topped with onions and melted cheddar cheese on a grilled bun.
Chili Dog (Regular)
1/4 lb. Wimmers hot dog smothered in our homemade chili and topped with onions and melted cheddar cheese on a grilled bun.
Chicken Fried Chicken (Regular)
A breaded deep fried chicken breast topped with lettuce, tomato and mayonnaise on a grilled bun.
Chicken Fried Chicken (Platter)
A breaded deep fried chicken breast topped with lettuce, tomato and mayonnaise on a grilled bun.
Chili Size (Regular)
1/3 lb. hamburger served open faced on a grilled bun smothered with our homemade chili and topped with onions and melted cheese.
Scrumptious Burger (Regular)
A 1/3 lb. hamburger topped with a fried egg, bacon, American cheese, lettuce, tomato and mayonnaise on a grilled bun.
Clubhouse (Platter)
Made the old fashioned way with 3 slices of toast, sliced turkey, sliced ham, double smoked bacon, lettuce, tomato and mayonnaise.
Chicken Club (Platter)
6 oz. grilled chicken topped with 2 slices of double smoked bacon, swiss cheese, lettuce, tomato and mayonnaise on a grilled bun.
Homemade Reuben (Regular)
Thinly sliced corn beef, swiss cheese, sauerkraut, homemade thousand island dressing on grilled rye bread.
Beer Battered Cod Basket
3 Pieces of cod also includes French fries and Texas toast
Chicken Strips
Includes 3 chicken strips French fries and Texas toast
2 Piece Broasted Chicken White Meat Basket
Includes French fries and Texas toast
2pc Chicken Dark Meat Basket
Includes French Fries and a Texas toast
Basket Specials
Delicious Desserts
Pint Of Ice Cream Toppings
Dish Of Ice Cream
Ice Cream Malt
Piece Of Cake
Add-ons: a la mode for an additional price.
Root Beer Float
1 Pint Of Ice Cream
Slice Of Pie
Add-ons: a la mode for an additional price.
Ice Cream Shake
Sundaes
A choice of Carmel, strawberry or homemade chocolate sauce.
Ice Cream Cone
8 Piece
12 Piece
4 Piece
16 Piece
Chicken to Go
Dinners
2pc Chicken Dark Meat Only
Grilled Chicken Breast
Lemon Pepper Cod
Homemade Chicken Fried Steak
Homemade Breaded Pork Tenderloin
6 Oz. Sirloin Steak & Shrimp
2 Piece Broasted Chicken White Meat
Options: white meat, dark meat, a breast & 1 piece dark meat.
Beef Liver And Onions
10 Oz. Hamburger Steak
Chicken Fried Chicken
Alaskan Pollock
Hot Roast Beef
Hot Hamburger
Hot Sandwiches
Side Orders
One Egg
Ham, Bacon Or Sausage
Potatoes With Cheddar Cheese
Hot Dog
Jalapenos
Sausage Gravy
Side Of Pickles
Side Of Peanut Butter
Potatoes With Sausage Gravy
Grilled Mushrooms
Oatmeal With Raisins
Dinner Roll
Potatoes
French fries, mashed potatoes, baked potatoes, American fries, hash browns or potato wedges.
Toast And Jelly
Cinnamon Toast
Macaroni And Cheese
Peanut Butter & Jelly Sandwich
Fruit Cup
One Slice Of Toast
Texas Toast
Beer Battered Onion Rings
Half order.
Oatmeal With Milk
Country Or Brown Gravy
English Muffin
Chili Cheese Fries
1/3 Lb. Cheeseburger (Regular)
American or swiss.
10oz Crystal Bacon Cheeseburger
10 Oz. Crystal Burger (Regular)
1/3 Lb. Pattimelt (Regular)
Supreme Burger (Regular)
A 1/3 lb. hamburger topped with swiss cheese and sauteed mushrooms.
10oz Crystal Bacon Cheeseburger (Reglar)
Supreme Burger (Platter)
A 1/3 lb. hamburger topped with swiss cheese and sauteed mushrooms.
1/3 Lb. Bacon Cheeseburger (Regular)
10 Oz. Crystal Burger (Platter)
1/3 Lb. Cheeseburger (Platter)
American or swiss.
1/3 Lb. Bacon Cheeseburger (Platter)
1/3 Lb. Hamburger (Platter)
1/3 Lb. Pattimelt (Platter)
1/3 Lb. Hamburger (Regular)
Juicy Burgers
Breakfast
7. One Pancake, Two Eggs And A Choice Of Ham, Bacon Or Sausage
6. Two Buttermilk Pancakes (9 Inch)
8. One Buttermilk Pancake And Two Eggs
10. French Toast
12. French Toast With A Choice Of Ham, Bacon Or Sausage
14. French Toast, Two Eggs, Choice Of Ham, Bacon Or Sausage
3. Two Eggs, Ham, Bacon Or Sausage And Toast
9. One Buttermilk Pancake With A Choice Of Ham, Bacon Or Sausage
1. Two Eggs, Toast & Jelly
13. Biscuits And Homemade Sausage Gravy
11. French Toast With Two Eggs
4. Two Eggs, Potatoes, Ham, Bacon Or Sausage And Toast
2. Two Eggs, Potatoes And Toast
5. One Buttermilk Pancake (9 Inch)
Denver Omelette
Includes ham, cheese, onions and green peppers.
Mexican Omelette
Includes taco meat, green peppers, onions, cheese, tomatoes, and picante sauce.
Smoked Bacon With Cheese
Crystal Omelette
Includes a choice of one meat - ham, bacon or link sausage - served with cheese, tomatoes, onions and green peppers.
Brian's Chicken Chili Omelette
Includes grilled chicken, green peppers, onions, homemade chili and cheese.
Vegetable Omelette
Includes green peppers, onions, tomatoes, mushrooms and cheese.
Cheese Omelette
Ham And Cheese Omelette
Link Sausage With Cheese
Omelettes
Daily Breakfast Specials
6 Oz. Sirloin Steak
10 Oz. Hamburger Steak
Homemade Chicken Fried Steak
6 Oz. Hamburger Steak
Chicken Fried Chicken
Homemade Chili
Add-ons: with cheese for an additional price.
Soup And Salad
A cup of our soup of the day and a lettuce salad topped with tomatoes and cheddar cheese and a choice of our homemade dressings. Substitute a cup of chili for an additional price.
Soup Of The Day
A bowl