The kind of place one selfishly wishes was a secret. Probably the best breakfast(s) I've had - at least in memory. Friendly sincere service, outstanding food, great music, perfectly mind numbing drinks all in a casual authentic Luncheonette "setting."
Great vibe. Friendly and welcoming staff. Try something a bit different and get the peaches & eggplant.
There are many great breakfast places fishing up the standards- Dove’s chose to blaze its own path with a menu that is wholly original and deeply, deliriously delicious. The Tlayuda was a giant tostada slathered in bean paste with grilled squash and cheese and arugula and scrambled eggs on top. Also recommend the Burnt Ends Brisket Hash and the Taco Noteno. We couldn’t let it go at just one dish so we split the apple butter French toast. All this serves with smiles and alacrity in a milieu straight out of the best 70s nostalgia. Unmissable.
Friendly staff, great food!
Fried chicken + mole-spiced syrup = mind blowing good!
Fried chicken: so crispy! So good
Masa pancakes: yummy, the mole-spiced syrup is soooooo good
Patty melt: delicious
Fish fillet sandwich: delicious, wish the fish fillet was a tad bit bigger
Kale salad: it’s a salad
Visiting Chicago; friend recommended this place. This is probably my favorite spot I’ve been to in town. Atmosphere was great—comfy diner vibe with a jukebox, b&w photos and old posters on the wall; my placemat had a picture of agaves being processed. I loved it. I had the Taco Norteño and it was incredible with the salsa macha that was already on the table. Thank you Maxwell for the great conversation and great service! I came for breakfast so I didn’t order spirits or cocktails but next time I visit Chicago, I will definitely come back here! Can’t recommend enough!
This place was amazing. Get the fried chicken. The sauced for the fried chicken were a perfect fit. We also ordered the burnt ends. Just be prepared for a lot of food on the burnt ends (potatoes/toast are filling). Sauce for burnt ends was also very special.
The staff were very friendly and accommodating. Highly recommend for anyone in the area.
I tried the chicken fried chicken for lunch, and my friend tried the burnt ends hash — both great! We especially liked the fried chicken. The diner interior was cozy, and they hit the Tex Mex vibe and flavor!
A great spot for breakfast/brush/lunch! The atmosphere was fun and inviting. It has an old school diner vibe and the service was top notch! The burnt ends hash was absolutely delicious! I can certainly see why this place frequently has a wait list, luckily we were told up to 30 minutes and we're seated within 5-10! The drinks were great as well, they have a selection of season appropriate cocktails or cocktails to go with your meal!
Dove’s is low key cool, with classic LPs spinning on the turntable and weird brown mugs that look like they were teleported from 1974. Had the burnt ends hash and it was wonderful. Delicious chunks of meat, potatoes and eggs. Check it out. Good stuff.
This place was recommended by Alexis, the bartender of Amaru. Amaru reputation is top tier, and I came with high expectations. Dove's didn't disappoint. I love how their breakfast has a unique Latin twist.
I had the Taco Norteño. Flour tortilla was large, thick, and fluffy, almost as if it was a fat gordita. The cubed smoked brisket was tender and I love how some pieces had a small touch of its fat the made the brisket melt in your mouth. Overall it was a savory and bold taco. Next time I'm adding an egg to it and avocado. I also had the al pastor fries. For me it tasted like Cajun fries but nevertheless the fries were crispy and well seasoned. Next time I'm adding a chipotle aioli. To drink I had an agua fresca, watermelon. Tasted natural but I see why it has an option for mezcal which I'll add on next time.
I'll be coming back!
Really good, cute diner. The pancakes were really tasty and had a very unique flavor. Also really loved the potatoes with the aioli sauce. The food was tasty, filling, and reasonably priced. It’s also right next to a train stop and in a really fun neighborhood!!
Old school Diner vibe but this will best food and service you’ve ever had. So happy I was recommended this gem and I will be recommending it everyone as well!
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