Fast food restaurants

Crystal's

4.2 1,373 reviews 10:00 AM - 1:00 AM 1727 Sibley Blvd, Calumet City, IL 60409, United States

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Crystal's, a fast food gem located at 1727 Sibley Blvd in Calumet City, IL, captivates locals with its made-from-scratch offerings and generous portions. Diners frequently rave about the well-seasoned chicken, expertly fried to a crisp perfection, making it a standout choice for many. The fries, crispy and flavorful, complement the chicken perfectly, establishing Crystal's as a go-to spot for delicious comfort food.

Customer experiences vary, as highlighted by Ms. Jackson's unfortunate encounter with food quality issues during a recent visit. However, many others, like Joe Komperda and Oronde Pendergrass, emphasize the overall fantastic taste and large servings at reasonable prices. The popular 50-piece mix reflects the restaurant’s commitment to serving fresh, satisfying meals paired with a loaf of bread and fries, ready in just 35 minutes.

While the drive-thru may present a bit of a wait during peak times, loyal customers like C “ShayMa” F continue to return for the quality, flavor, and friendly staff. Each visit feels rewarding, whether indulging in their flavorful chicken or savory burritos. Crystal's truly embodies the spirit of homestyle fast food, making it worth every minute of the journey.

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Service options

Drive-through
Onsite services
Takeout
Delivery

Popular for

Lunch
Dinner

Dining options

Lunch
Dinner
Catering
Counter service
Dessert
Table service

Amenities

Restroom

Atmosphere

Casual

Note: Amenity details are aggregated from verified visits, the venue's website and Google. They may change without notice. We recommend confirming key details (pet policy, accessibility, reservations) directly with Crystal's before visiting.

Reviews for Crystal's

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Review highlights

Based on 1,373 reviews

Crystal's is generally praised for its freshly prepared, flavorful dishes, particularly the well-seasoned chicken and generous portion sizes. Customers appreciate the made-to-order approach, ensuring hot and fresh meals. The variety offered, such as mixed platters and classic Southern sides, adds to its appeal. However, some patrons have reported occasional quality inconsistencies, including issues with food freshness and cleanliness. Wait times can also vary, especially during busy periods. Overall, Crystal's maintains a strong reputation for hearty, satisfying fast food with reasonable prices, though there is room for improvement in consistency and service speed.

Ms Jackson

Jul 14, 2025

My food had hair in my fries and the lettuces is old and it's brown. Any other time I come the food is delicious but this time around

Joe Komperda, Realtor

Jun 24, 2025

Food is always made from scratch,and Delicious Large Portions with a descent Prices

Oronde Pendergrass

Jun 05, 2025

One word 'Fye'. I had Red Beans & Rice, Catfish Steaks and Cornbread. I said it 'Fye' but not New Orleans 'Fye'

Louis Bustamante

May 21, 2025

The 50 pc mix was great. Came with fries, sauce, and a loaf of white bread. Hot and fresh call in only took 35minutes.

C “ShayMa” F

Apr 17, 2025

My review is based solely off of their chicken!!!!!!! They have some really good,well seasoned chicken! Their fries are really good too! I order the wings (also 1/4 white) with and without sauce,but when I do get sauce it’s definitely their mild because it’s very tasty! Their food is cooked to order and it’s always fresh! Depending on when you go the line (drive thru) can be very long!! Always worth the wait for me,but some people will stay in their cars on the main street (Sibley) waiting for a spot in the parking lot. It’s a pretty small space on the inside. Their flavored iced type drinks are good too. They accept cash,debit/cc/AP! The staff I’ve dealt with over the years have always been friendly! I’ve had other meals overtime too,but I really enjoy the chicken the most. Almost forgot,burritos are good too!! They also follow instruction regarding how you want your food prepared. Always a win for me! Last but not least,I now travel about 25 minutes to get there because I don’t live as close as I initially did years ago!

Stephanie Singleton

Apr 13, 2025

I was fascinated I got a veggie fajita which wasn't on their menu so that show you already how much great customer service they have. My box was loaded with veggies I was excited to see that and not only did I have a lot it was so much flavor on my vegetables. Most places I've been to only give you beans and rice with your veggie options and that's not fair because you already get beans and rice on the side so I was excited to see th8e actual vegetables with my fajita.

flavio casaus

Mar 26, 2025

The burger is awesome. The chicken is great and the service is very good. Never disappointed.

WhereIsBassman

Mar 22, 2025

I love Crystals!! When I was out of state I kept thinking about it. Got the burger and the chicken and it was so delicious!!