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Smack Dab
95/100 (2786 ratings)
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"Everything about this place is phenomenal. The food is great, the doughnuts are great and the people who work here are genuinely nice. Every time I..."
Juan Manuel Sandoval
"I’ve never written a Facebook review - but I’m so obsessed with this place I figured I had to. You can’t go wrong with their breakfast..."
Dustin Diggory
"Amazing! Discovered this hidden gem from a friend! Vegan donuts delish... and we’re not vegan!!! Breakfast sandwich was to die for!!!! Go check it..."
Fran Pomerance
"I can't believe I haven't written a review for Smack Dab Yet. They brighten my day whenever I go in. The staff are delightful, quirky, genuine nice..."
Audrey Todd
"ceative, beautiful, flavorful vegan donuts and halfwit coffee and other foodses that never fail my tummy in neighborhood haunts supporting important..."
Divesh Brahmbhatt
"This place feels like a secret spot and only you and a few others have the secret password to use to get in. The donuts are so good and so cute (in..."
Ruth Longsworth
"This has quickly become our weekend family tradition. We adore the staff, the coffee and tea, and the unbelievably delicious breakfast treats. I'm a..."
Connie Starr Paré
"The food was so yummy, we really enjoyed the breakfast sandwich. We also had the cold press coffee which we highly recommend !!! We will for sure be..."
Heather Fuchs
"Smack Dab is hands-down my fave place to grab coffee, biscuits, cinnamon rolls, donuts and other lovely pastries - not only because they're delicious..."
Melinda Michaud
"Best breakfast sandwiches, wonderful humans, not a single bad thing to say about Smack Dab. Go there!! Eat a..."
Emily Van Laan
"Love the staff! love the food! love the dirty..."
Andrew A. Johnston
"Great place for vegan and gluten free baked goods. My kids love..."
Kimberly Evon Kouamé
"Amazing egg sandwiches, doughnuts and pastry delights! The staff is *always* warm, welcoming and a joy to see. My toddler's favorite..."
Tracy Mogan-Kalman
"I never thought I could love a vegan donut. But call me a convert. I will eat all the vegan donuts if they are Smack..."
Amy Minick
"I just recently found this great little local breakfast area. While yes a little pricey compared to McDonalds the service was fast the staff are..."
Brian Kollig
"Went for the first time and loved the vibes. I especially love all the artwork and commitment to inclusion and justice evident in the space. Tried..."
Hyena Flamingo
"I've been a loyal customer of Smack Dab since 2017 when I used to live in the area. Even though I've moved since then, I make it a point to visit..."
Manolya Fikri
"I was lucky to have stumbled upon Smack Dab when they were just a pop up - first at pub 626 and then at Rogers Park Social on Glenwood. The cheesy..."
Liz Lux
"Absolutely delicious food whether you have food intolerances or not. One of the best breakfast sandwiches I’ve ever had with GF Focaccia and vegan..."
Erin Lee
"Hyper-local. So delicious. So deliciously queer. I don’t even know where to begin raving about this local gem. I first experienced the joy of..."
Mandie McGlynn
"I absolutely love Smack Dab! They have great seating options, both indoor and outdoor. It's very comfy cozy. They have a diverse menu for different..."
Sarah Tolmie
"I was blown away my first time here and now it’s a I have to come here if I’m in Chicago. I’m not much for experimentation with my food but my..."
Ineisha Paredes
"The breakfast sandwich was unbelievable. I ate it with a fork because it was so big. The eggs, cheese, and chicken sausage together were so savory. I..."
Joy Jemison
Palace Grill
94/100 (1655 ratings)
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"The Palace Grill is a great spot to grab something to eat on the near westside. George and his staff provide nothing but the best of service. The..."
Pat Kinnane
"I love the Palace Grill. We go way back when it was just a counter to sit at........The menu is full of great choices. The food is delicious and..."
Shirley M Frieri
"I have been going there for longer than I care to mention and the food is as good as the first day I went there. The only thing that is sometimes..."
Jeff Pierce
"This is a great place anytime!!! Breakfast is great and a great place to stop at anytime there is a United Center event. The food, service, and..."
John Douvris
"I love this place. My favorite thing to get here is George's Favorite. The hash browns are the best part. As long as I am working down the street..."
Alex Gallegos
"The food:Fantastic! The staff: From George to the busboys you couldn't ask for a better staff! Oh and did I mention the Food!!! LOL!!! The Palace..."
Terry McGovern
"My first visit here with my son. Absolutely dug it. Impeccable service by busser and server. Got to meet Georgie the owner and he shared a piece of..."
Tillie Paniagua
"The ham and cheese omlettes with hash browns and the staff are great! Every time we return to Chicago from San Diego we have to eat breakfast..."
Steven Werner
"A great place to stop for a bite to eat. Great and welcoming..."
Daniel J. Lombardi
"Great place, food and service! Everyone was so nice including the owner! Definitely going..."
Dianna Morales Bradford
"The Palace Grill gets a 5☆☆☆☆☆ Great food and atmosphere. Lunch or breakfast with entertaining..."
Don Wirth
"My first time here and I absolutely loved it! The atmosphere is great, staff is attentive and friendly (Brandy rocks). I'll definitely return more..."
Regina Allen
"Delicious reuben, great waitress and the owner, George was so much fun to talk to. Will certainly go back sometime and try their good looking..."
Brenda Downing
"We love coming here before a Blackhawks game. Yesterday we just popped in for breakfast before going to get Tony Esposito’s autograph. We were..."
Donna Cyscon Jakocko
"An excellent diner - no wonder it's been going strong for more than eighty years! I went there for the first time last week, and just needed..."
Adam Gibbons
"It was my first time here and I really like this spot. The owner and staff are everything! They are extremely kind and attentive. The place itself is..."
LeAndra Rivera
"For a Blackhawks fan like Me, this is Heaven! The Wife and I love coming here before We go to a game. George and His Staff are AWESOME! Our Server..."
Chris Parent
"As good as any classic breakfast place I've been to, anywhere, not just Chicago. The whole menu is just quality food prepared right. George always..."
Stuart Reace
"We've been wanting to try this spot for years. Wish we had done it sooner. A fantastic "Greeky spoon." Fun, Blackhawks themed atmosphere. Typical..."
Peter Strandquist
"Absolutely love this place for breakfast and lunch. Reminiscent of a bygone era the food is comfort food and it is delicious. The servings are large..."
james walton
"The food is great! The Chorizo burrito is one of my favorite items to eat. Soo delicious, a must try! Atmosphere is awesome. I love the way the owner..."
Angela Wiedemann
"First time visit and loved sitting at the old school counter. Food was served fast and fresh - delicious Greek omelette. Diana, our server, was..."
Katie Hession
"Found this place quite randomly near to where I was staying. Real American diner feel and the owner is clearly a massive Hawks fan which gives the..."
Jeff Kingham
"This diner has that classic American diner feel with a menu to match. I’ve had the steak sandwich, an omelet that makes a chipotle burrito look..."
Shane Davis
"A local staple, Palace Grill Restaurant a Chicago place to wear your hockey jersey. Love the Farmers Skillet, little bit of all the meats making a..."
kevin uehara
"Great meal and old school diner atmosphere. Met George the owner, total character in a good way, my kinda guy. I will be..."
Brett Sidenbender
"First time visiting this place. Waitress was very pleasant. The manager or owner, I'm not sure, walked around to make sure everyone was taken care..."
Madeline Magee
"Filmed at this place many years ago and George was great. This place has held up thru the years and a great foodie spot and affordable in the..."
Chris Halper
"This place is nice but maybe a little over hyped...? Generous portions and a lot of options on the menu, but the food is pretty standard (with some..."
May Bresler Herzog
"Great food, great decorations, and great people! Super nice. Would be a favorite hangout of mine if we lived..."
JC Crider
"One of the best diners I have been to! I love the menu that they have here. The skillets are amazing, which go well with a side of hash brown and..."
Aditya Roy
Breakfast House
94/100 (1857 ratings)
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"Early opening cozy breakfast with lots of Mexican and Hispanic options. Got there right at opening and by time we left things were starting to fill..."
Michael Damato
"The food was really good! We ordered a lot. The mexican omelette, waffle, steak and eggs and pancake. It was all really good. The pancake syrup was..."
Taylor Blakely
"Food was amazing, great service as well. Chill outdoor area where we could eat with friends dog. 4 of us shared the fruit parfait and a fruit platter..."
Casey Moore
"I had a wonderful experience here. The food was both delicious and visually appealing, with prices that are budget-friendly. The atmosphere added to..."
Tatiana Velandia
"Breakfast house is iconic! My boyfriend and I love this place for a wide variety of breakfast foods. During our most recent visit, we tried the..."
Kelly Watrach
"WOW! A must-visit spot for breakfast/brunch. Best breakfast I’ve had in Chicago in awhile. We had the Chocolate chip and bacon pancakes, Mexican..."
Michelle Slinkard
"¡Se hablan español! We were looking for somewhere with a patio we could take the dogs because we’re visiting so we can’t leave the dogs in the..."
Symon Says
"Been coming here for years, lovely owners and breakfast that is a far step above a diner. But they have breakfast classics as well. They have vegan..."
Sarah H
"Outdoor seating was nice and shaded. Service was quick and accommodated Muslim dietary restraints. Servings were large and decent amount of free..."
Deidra Grusy
"The food was very hearty and delicious. A neighborhood staple! I’ll definitely come here..."
Mark Pinto
Glenn's Diner
94/100 (1786 ratings)
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Vegetarian Friendly
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American
Seafood
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Catfish
Cioppino
Calamari
Bananas Foster
French Toast
Mussels
Shrimp
Toasts
Tuna
Calamares
Salmon
Lobster
Pancakes
Crab Cake
Lobster Roll
Pasta
Crab Legs
Meatloaf
Salad
Swordfish
Clam Chowder
Halibut
Omelette
Bass
Ribs
Crab
Jambalaya
Scallops
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Crawfish
Oyster
Burger
"Glenn's Diner is one of my favorite seafood restaurants. The fish is fresh and the menu is wonderful. There are plenty of savory fresh fish dishes...."
D MUR
"Lovely place! They've got breakfast, sandwiches, salads, burgers, omlettes, and seafood entrees. This place is a great find. Went for brunch and had..."
Lina Eng
"This is a great place to eat. The food is awesome. The wait staff is very knowledgeable of what specials and all food and drinks. I would suggest..."
Mj Stephens
"Fantastic fish! Great diner atmosphere. Super friendly staff. Be sure to have the best key lime pie ever for..."
Jim Murphy
"I went Uptown for a get together with my Wife's workmates, probably 80 miles there & back. It was worth it ! The Food was Very Good and..."
Mike Woods
"As a resident of Lakeview, I was looking for a seafood restaurant in the northern neighborhoods and came across Glenns Diner on Yelp. What a great..."
Jason Jaynes
"Very cool place with some great food! Even if you don't like sea food, you can get some great things with amazing service! Nothing on them but with..."
Jeremiah Perkins
"The food was very tasty. Wide selection of seafood dishes. I enjoyed the Seafood bisque fettuccine. Generous..."
Nigel Rowe
"Great food!! Awesome service and a perfect summer evening. I love s good crab cake. Oh, get a dark and stormy to wash it all..."
Rulookinatme2
"The mussels were very good and well worth it. The bread is great for sopping up the delicious juices. The salmon the was average and kind of..."
Mackenzie Morgan
"Glenn's always pleases the fish lovers. Always a great place. Freshest fish in the..."
Kelsey Sanabria
"I love this hidden gem. They have fresh seafood all the time. I always get the mussels they delicious! Follow me..."
Kathy
"We got the calamari, mussels, spinach salad, seafood pot pie and the pork shank, everything was delicious, the server was very..."
Blanca Sandoval
"Took my father here for the first time for my wife's birthday. He loved the environment and the extensive selection of seafood in this unassuming..."
Tony G.
"Amazing seafood place, I had the walleye pretzel encrusted entree it was very good. Server is very nice as..."
Melinda Kasza
"Great service and even better food. Mussels were very large and flavorful. Seafood salad was outstanding. Definitely..."
Joey Wolf
"This place serves fresh and delicious fish but don't be fooled, they can also make some terrific breakfast, light blue and fluffy pancakes and..."
Francisco Tovar
"My family had breakfast on 3/25, great! Service was very good. Hector did a terrific job taking care of us. My wife and I returned that evening to..."
Chris Jeep
"Enjoyed a great lunch at one of their outside tables. Delicious potato pancakes as a side to my 1/2 pound cheeseburger 🍔 😋 Was hoping for a..."
Glen Klecka
Cozy Corner Restaurant & Pancake House
92/100 (6268 ratings)
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Gift Cards Available
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Accepts Credit Cards
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"Classic diner food with good portions and prices. Staff were very friendly and fast on a bustling weekend morning. We had french toast, the NY steak,..."
H.H.H
"Great food at great prices. Gotta get here before 9AM for those early bird specials! Steak-n-Eggs are offered in an All-day special. 2-2-2 Eggs,..."
Yolanda Nazario Pagan (senorapagan)
"A reservation saves time in this busy place where we still had to wait, just not as long and in a different area. The staff is friendly. There is a..."
Amy Cramer
"The way the Manager came out after I got my food, I thought I was in a five star restaurant! He wanted to know if I was okay, in fact I wasn’t I..."
Alicia Higgs
"This has become my regular Sunday brunch place. They offer everything that you could possibly want for breakfast or lunch. I haven't had any plate..."
Jason M.
"Amazed by the large variety of food and drinks in offer at this place! Loved the fusion between Mexican and traditional American diner food. Good..."
V Lam
"The waiter was very attentive to my grandmother's needs. She walks with a walker so they were very accommodating. We ordered our food it came out..."
lakesha robinson
"The best service I've received anywhere. They run a tight ship. I've been here twice in the past week and have been seated right away. Servers take..."
Stephen Gregory
"6/6/2023 The presentation of food with such speed is incredible. The waitstaff is so attentive. I think every pancake variety must be amazing..."
Shiungor
"If you've been to any diner then you know what you're getting yourself into. Classic diner food. Great for hangovers. The food always smells better..."
Zach Anderson
"Liked going here the first time so came back again for more food. Good prices and good..."
Geoffrey Payne
"Cozy never disappoints. Super friendly staff, fast service, good food, great..."
Christopher Merrill
"A great place for a satisfying breakfast. My wife and I split the Abuelita Skillet, wish an included side of pancakes and were both very pleased...."
Jason Davis
"We had a fantastic experience from start to finish. Peter welcomed us heartwarmingly despite the waiting line being very busy. The food was..."
Pascal Morschbach
"This restaurant’s delicious menu offers plenty of options including vegetarian and vegan options. Staff is attentive, the service was great. Our..."
Lindsay Best
Sam & George's Restaurant
92/100 (699 ratings)
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"Everything you’d hope to have at a neighborhood diner. Old school vibes, personable service and killer food combine to make S&G’s so great. Menu..."
Kyle
"Servers are so incredibly warm and welcoming, such a comfortable and lovely atmosphere. It felt like visiting old friends. At one point, someone even..."
quinn
"What a gem. Fantastic diner food, huge portions, prompt and personable service, perfect old school diner vibes. Loved it. Check it..."
Joshua Buss
"We came with a large group of 8 and they got us seated right away. Our servers were amazing! So many options. We all ordered so many things and..."
Marti Benson
"Great place. Surprisingly big on the inside. Delicious food and fresh coffee. Me and a friend both had skillets. They were large and tasty. Lots of..."
Andrew Kub
"I wish I could give them more stars..the food was magnificent, fresh and was delivered HOT with a great presentation! By far one of my TOP 3 Best in..."
cheryl Hicks
"Wholesome folk serving wholesome food. Also they have like the best AC on these hot summer..."
Adam Rowe
"What a staff! We went in for breakfast. Our server, Maria, was beyond helpful. There’s a large menu and she gave us time and helped us figure out..."
Audrey Elston
"I set out to find a great spot to eat breakfast and take the minute that this tired mom needed to relax- S&G did not disappoint. I was welcomed,..."
Kaitlin Howell
"Easily one of my favorite go-to brunch places. There's usually not a wait, and it just feels so home-y. Same can be said about the food; the menu is..."
Rachel Choe
"Lifelong Chicago guy here and this is indisputably the best breakfast in the City. The great staff seals the..."
Dan Cahill
"Great service and delicious food! I’ll be back for..."
Jorge Silva
"Old school & love it. Got to stop by a few weeks ago. Consistent w/ good service. I used to come here often then moved. Glad to hear John retired,..."
D O
"Stuck My party right next to the kitchen kept hearing yelling and dishes rattling. Couldn't hear anybody it was not great they almost forgot my..."
Susanne M Cassity
"Great place for breakfast. Some of the darn friendliest staff ever and the food is top notch. Go there...."
Ty H
"Old school spot with large menu. Food here is great, only been for breakfast. Place could use a bit of an update but I like the classic..."
No More
"Great restaurant. Went there for breakfast lunch. They never fail to make a great meal. Love you guys. Francis and Maria. John retired but he a great..."
Jose C
Tastee Freez
92/100 (791 ratings)
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Cornerstone Cafe
91/100 (755 ratings)
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"Good breakfast. Good service. Waffle batter is very good. Their jelly is also good. No complaint during my visit. It was all nice and smooth. In and..."
Xiomara Ramirez
"This place is literally the best restaurant in Chicago. Their food is very comforting, well prepared and well executed. Their service is 100%..."
Tamar Katamadze
"I had a decent experience there. I mean it was kind of cramped and I did not like how I absolutely had to be seated against the wall because it was..."
SLatrice Richardson
"wonderful brunch at CornerStone! Very convenient location. We had quite a long wait but they got us in as quickly as they could and we enjoyed the..."
Rebecca C
"This is a cute café with a cozy feel to it. I could see that it can get busy, but there was adequately sized to handle it. Our server was polite and..."
321 and me
"So good! I’ve never seen this place too crazy busy, which I appreciate. The staff is always helpful, patient, and very sweet. Great breakfast and..."
Kellyn Kory
"They keep busy. Food is a breakfast staple. Service is classic Chicago style. I'll sling em' another star when I get a cup of coffee with..."
Michael Nagel
"I've been coming here for a while and discovered it accidently while being rerouted for the marathon. It has a friendly, casual atmosphere, great..."
Margaret Larkin
"One of my favorite brunch spots in all of Chicago. Service is consistent and friendly. The lady at the cashier counter is always genuine. You can..."
Christine C
"Great corner diner, family friendly with quality food. Been coming here for years, the service is always friendly and the food comes out promptly...."
Jason Shintani
"Had the corned beef hash with a side of blueberry pancakes. Pancakes were amazing, cannot wait to to..."
Jake Markiewicz
"The Cornerstone bakery is fantastic. Huge selection and portions. Highly..."
Dave Seremek
"Came here for the first time for brunch and it was pretty full. We had to wait about 10 mins but food was delicious though! They had a special for a..."
Jennifer Rodriguez
"Great breakfast anytime. An extensive range of choices among egg dishes, scrambles, skillets, and more. Get pancakes on the side with most dishes at..."
Joseph Gabriel
"Awesome place to take your family. My grandma enjoyed the food and she ate it..."
Social Queen
"Delicious food, very fresh. Very nice..."
Angel Velazquez
"Awesome food and good vibes! The servers and the hostess lady are all super fun. The food is amazing and w/ big portions. This is our favorite brunch..."
Jimmy Hayes
"Great great great food. The servers are super nice and the lady at the front register is very nice too. My wife got the California wrap and loved..."
AxialRoCat Vas
Sammy's Country Kitchen
91/100 (769 ratings)
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"Monstrously huge breakfast for very a reasonable price. Fantastic service and a great atmosphere. Lots of regulars including local policemen. Super..."
Pary Moppins
"Good food and good service. Try the meatloaf, very filling and very good. breakfast is good, when u tell them potatoes well done that's how they..."
Robert D
"Fantastic food. Large portions. Great and friendly service. Entertaining..."
Jamie Helmer
"Food wad..."
Oscar Santos
"Home sweet home! Sammy's country kitchen is one of the greatest restuarants i've ever been to. The staff is always polite and the service Is quick...."
Ally
"Simple, hearty food at a great price. Come hungry! The food is simple, American fare. The atmosphere is small, plain, but 'homey', with lots of..."
Ma
Lou Mitchell's
91/100 (5290 ratings)
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Deli
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Beef
Omelette
Juice & Smoothies
Corned Beef
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Salad
Biscuits and gravy
Salmon
Cakes
Soft serve ice cream
Eggs Benedict
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"Lou Mitchell's is a great greasy diner. Hung over? Go here. Traveling on a train or bus? Go here. Want fast service? Go here. Want huge portions?..."
The DeloDelo
"We were in town for the Marathon and needed a quick stop for lunch. This place was hopping! Lets try it. We got right in and were not disappointed! ..."
David Snook
"We visited this place on Father's Day weekend. It's so crowded, but it's so worth it. Our server was very welcoming and very knowledgeable of what..."
L T
"Wonderful experience dining at this historic restaurant. Staff is so warm and friendly, food is delicious and coffee is amazing. Very popular so..."
Niv P
"I don't recall the last time I had breakfast on the go, but on my train ride down, I found this little "mom and pop shop" and decided to give it a..."
Rebekah Dietsche
"Most people go here for the food, I am sure! However, the experience itself is just fun! They celebrated their 100th anniversary this year! This..."
Jeanne Deangulo
"A little pricey but MASSIVE portions of food! Complimentary orange slice and doughnut hole when you first sit down as a little appetizer. The..."
Emily Huang
"Best old school, wait, no — best breakfast ANYWHERE. Properly awesome coffee, served in cups with saucers and refilled constantly, that takes you..."
Bill Braman
"I love a great diner, and I wasn’t disappointed. Great atmosphere and the French Toast and coffee was amazing. Wished it was closer to our hotel..."
Annie Wood
"Perfect for the breakfast in a rainy day. 1923 - 2023, One hundred years of good services and traditional..."
Ednilson Kimura (Ed)
"Really enjoyed this spot! The food is really tasty! They gave us an orange slice and donut hole as a starter, it was on the house. We had the egg..."
A J
"I recently went to this restaurant for the first time and we felt very comfortable with the customer service they have, the food is very tasty and..."
Arantza Ainhoa Gonzalez Guillen
"Wonderful experience and very affable atmosphere. We had coffee cake that was more fluffy & light than decadent. I ordered the malted pecan & bacon..."
Christopher Bland
"Attended Lou Mitchell’s during the NASCAR Chicago Street Race Weekend. First time ever dining here and the food was absolutely amazing. Between the..."
Garrett Thiessen
"This place is excellent. This waitress was the best I have ever had. She makes you feel like family! I will definitely come back when I am in..."
josh skaggs
"Classic diner style breakfast spot with quick and friendly service. They start you with a complimentary doughnut hole and orange slice. Doughnut hole..."
DaMarcus Zeroth
"Came to Chicago for the weekend with some friends and were looking for a great breakfast spot, and Lou Mitchell’s did not disappoint! I got the..."
Derek Siroin
"Visiting Chicago for a few days. Found this spot. It was amazing food was so good! Fresh bread, fresh OJ. Had a nice lil chat with some of the staff!..."
Willim Raber
Spinning J Bakery And Soda Fountain
91/100 (1318 ratings)
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Accepts Credit Cards
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"So cute!! I love the vibes in here. It is so hard to find a place with retro vibes like this. I love how intimate the space is. The food was..."
Kaitlyn Davies
"A nice selection of sandwiches and baked items. The seating area is very limited, so we had to wait to dine in (which we were happy to do because of..."
V Lam
"I strongly recommend as a place to get some tasty baked goods and shakes, but probably to go. Their space is quite small, so don’t bet on finding a..."
Tom Zeien
"This place is a dream come true. Everything is baked in house, bakery items and breads for sandwiches. Breakfast or lunch with pizza on Fridays. The..."
Ashley Renée Johnson
"I visited for the first time on a busy Saturday morning. There was a short line out the door, which seems common. The wait was absolutely worth it,..."
Stark Winter
"I love this place, and I visit every time I'm in Chicago. The brunch food is so good. Their pies are all really unique and delicious. The drinks..."
Gregory Ridgel
"This restaurant was packed and the line was out the door. Its a very small place but the flavors are huge! Their roasted pablano breakfast sandwich..."
Rolo
"I had the best quiche of my life here! All the baked goods were absolutely delicious! I can’t wait to try more of the items! I was able to enjoy a..."
Kerin Myrick
"Food was delicious. The girl who took our order was very sweet. The other two women in vintage dresses seemed put upon to even be there. It wasn't..."
Desert flower !
"Spinning J is a lovely place to go for lunch. It was our first time today on a Friday. Although it was busy at lunchtime, we were able to get a seat,..."
Natalie Royle
"Very cute!! We stopped in here after brunch on Mother's day. My mom wanted a milkshake. And I want to come back and eat here (we both do)! They have..."
Regina Blum
"Top notch as a takeout or diner style (order and find a table first come first served) brunch place. Small but delectable menu. Great..."
Sukrat Baber
"Unbelievably good! I don't even know where to begin. The place is so charming on the inside, and the food and drinks from the gelato sodas to the..."
Tiffany Solecki
"Busy, long lines spill outside the venue, small space. Service is efficient. A bit loud during breakfast hours. Food is good. Scones, polenta..."
Troadio Satizabal
"This is by far some of the best, most creative, delectable pastries I've ever had! There's are amazing, the cakes cannot be duplicated in my..."
kristi williams
"I love visiting this place whenever I'm back home in Chicago. All their breads/biali etc are fresh made in-house, and there isn't a single item here..."
Jimmy Hodum (Cloudclimber)
"Cozy little spot. Get here early if you want a table! Great pastries, my top favorite is the sour dough cinnamon bun. My spouse really enjoyed the..."
John Pozo
Yellow Rose Cafe
90/100 (575 ratings)
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"First time I was at this place. This us a little place with 4 booths 3 tables and 14 counter seats. The food was good the prices cheap. They offer..."
Ricky Chiero
"Food was very tasty. Coffee nice and hot. Just what you would think a neighborhood diner would be like. The server was very friendly Nd..."
Janet Chiero
"Kindest employees and the food was perfect. This is one of Chicago’s greatest diners. The Corned Beef Hash is hand crafted and was extraordinary...."
Nicholas Saponaro
"Good food, cooked fast, super friendly service, great..."
Bruce Graham
"Very delicious food! Fast service and wait less than 10 mins for my food! Earlier I came to use restroom and buy coffee. I didn’t have cash. Which..."
Jorge Vargas
"Absolutely the best corned beef hash in the city of Chicago. It is a small, friendly restaurant where everyone seems to know each other. The staff..."
sean
"Perfect little Northwest side diner. Owner is beyond kind and hospitable. Park lot makes it easy to stop. Great breakfast..."
Adam Roberts
"Best corned beef hash I've ever..."
stephen Eifrid
Valois Restaurant
90/100 (2872 ratings)
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American
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Brunch
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Lunch
Beef
Pancakes
French Toast
Toasts
Omelette
Cakes
Sit down
American
Diner
Seating
Wheelchair Accessible
Highchairs Available
Takeout
Dinner
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Breakfast
Cheap Eats
"Great service, good breakfast food - I had Obama's Favorite #3 with a side of toast at a reasonable price and other patrons friendly. I sat at..."
Rebecca Lauer
"Basic but decent breakfast, amazing steak sandwich. Friendly people, fast service. Cash only. Fun place to visit in former President Obama's old..."
Lisa Herber
"This was our first time eating at Valois. I got a Ham Sandwich on a bun, my husband got the Egg White Omelette with Grits and our son ordered Grilled..."
Phyllis Strong
"Anthony Bourdain’s Chicago flick brought us here and we loved it. Great food for cafeteria style and the ambiance was the classic diner. Loved..."
Alan Hedrick
"Valois is great for breakfast, lunch or brunch! It’s a staple in the Hyde Park community. I visit every other Saturday for brunch after grocery..."
Tish Bryant
"If you are an early bird like me and visiting Hyde Park, please visit Valois for breakfast. They do have a sign up front that says cash only. They..."
Adam Rowe
"This diner is really one of the best of its kind. It’s your classic no frills eatery but with a twist: There are lots of staff on deck, and when..."
Taylor Gillen
"Came in on Saturday for delicious diner brunch. It’s cash only so make sure to bring cash, otherwise theres an atm. There’s a line and it’s..."
Thao Tran
"Casual, cafeteria style restaurant. It took me back to my school days, only the food was WAY better! You have to have your order ready, because..."
Jessica
"A nice family restaurant style. Food is nice and the counter service are..."
luis lui
"Wonderful greasy-spoon in the Hyde Park area. Nothing that folks haven't already said and its famous patrons have made it a top rated must visit..."
Vazir Fatehi
"Valois is a Chicago institution that has been around since 1921. It is located on East 53rd Street in Hyde Park and is known for its American..."
Oskar Vitlif
"The staff is quick, the portion size is good. The food is decent. Great prices. Cash only! Note: there have been recent price hikes not yet..."
Jesse Maloney (GO TIME!)
"Food was freshly prepared. Cook could care less about you being new! Move the line or no soup for you!! Really. Know what you want before getting in..."
Amun of Thebes
"If you’re looking for great breakfast food that’s fast and affordable, this is the spot. There’s nothing fancy about it, but the food is..."
Marc Sleiman
"This is the best diner I’ve probably ever eaten at. The food is phenomenal, the atmosphere is homely, and the food is prepared really..."
Michael X
"Nice service and American style..."
Blake Huang
"look the food was just exceptionally normal but I'd eat there every day if I could. the atmosphere is quintessential diner. it's perfect, go..."
Robin Beelow
"This place rocks! Cafeteria style breakfast. Very affordable. I got the egg white veggie omelette for $7.95 which comes with either rice, grits, or..."
George Zakharia
Dollop Diner
90/100 (2003 ratings)
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"What a charming and lovely diner! We went out for breakfast here and had a spectacular time. The menu had great variety, but did not feel..."
Evin Hoffman
"I had cheese curds for the first time and it was top notch. I can't say the same for farmers omellette since it lacked any seasoning. I had to put a..."
Owen Khan
"Biscuits and gravy are full of flavor and loaded with tasty sausage. Eggs cooked perfectly to orde: medium! Hot coffee but no sugar..."
Googler
"Stopped in for coffee and a quick bite. The barista and server were extremely kind and welcoming. The coffee was absolutely amazing and the food was..."
Anna Burns
"Chicken and waffles were great! Busy little place, sat at the counter. Service was..."
Li Bruno
"Quaint and personable space with stellar food. I highly recommend a visit here If you are a fan of chicken and waffles. It was hands down one of the..."
Jared Day
"Had a wonderful time. Everything was fresh and delicious. Diner was packed so if you want a less hectic crowd, try going during the weekdays. I got..."
Lejla
"I had been once before and really enjoyed it so returned, but man this blew me away. Their chicken biscuit sandwich is perfect in every way. Perfect..."
Ryan Sheridan
"Finally got over to Andersonville during lunch time to try out this spot, and loved everything we had. The biscuits! My goodness a place that can..."
Patrick Armstrong
"Fast service and delicious food. The chai latte is one of the best I've had in a long..."
Taylor Connaire
Yolk - River North
89/100 (2349 ratings)
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Vegetarian Friendly
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Juice & Smoothies
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Eggs Benedict
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Beef
"Our family stopped in here for a late lunch on Easter Sunday. The hostess was welcoming and got us seated right away. Place was very clean and the..."
Phil Carnell
"Would like to put 4.5 stars for the menu...would eat here again The menu is part of what makes this place worthy of just more than four stars! There..."
Marny Smith
"Best Brunch place in the city! Service is very quick. We ordered California omelette it was super filling with mushrooms, avocado, and it comes with..."
Joshita Arora Dhawan
"Great food options and large portions. Food is good and service was great the 2 days we went in a row. It should be noted that there were only..."
Jon
"The food was amazing. We ordered a salmon scrambled and the yogurt and berries french toast. The salmon scramble was so filling on it's own, it had..."
Anam Pasha
"Reviewing & Eating Simultaneously Looking for a nice spot for breakfast? You should not be disappointed here. Great waitress, good food and a cozy..."
Evita Singleton
"We frequent Yolk, and visit all of their locations. Generally the people are great and the food is exactly what you expect. This is a solid dining..."
George Rossano
"I stepped outside the box and tried something different. I had tbe so torero scrambler. With the potatoes and pancakes. It was delicious. The..."
Dee Marie
"Very friendly staff and great casual dining experience. Thoroughly enjoyed my breakfast fare, especially the corned beef hash. 👍👍👍 Will..."
Miguel Sandejas
"Nice place for brunch. The service is pretty fast. It is cool that you can build your own skillet, but unfortunately they forgot one ingredient in..."
Cristian Suarez
"Ordered red velvet French toast. Yummy Got tea brewed instead of teabag... which is great! However, be aware that juice is not fresh squeezed... you..."
Hamid Hosseinzadegan
"A rather simple, Keto-friendly, three-egg steak and veggie omelet. Topped with some cheese, with a side of sliced tomatoes. Protein and fat-rich with..."
The FoodieBuilders
"We had our first visit to Yolk on a winter trip to Chicago. We couldn’t have been more pleased with our breakfast! I had corned beef hash and eggs..."
Angie Hyche
"I just love this place it is great for an American breakfast and the atmosphere is cozy. It smells like "good..."
Italo Anderson Clarindo
"Amazing food and the "single portions" make the huge menu much easier to absorb. Great service and despite it being SUPER busy, our wait wasn't too..."
Beth Longo
"Very delicious food with bright atmosphere and lots of space. Staff was very friendly and I’d love to come back. 🍳 💛 I recommend the croque..."
Grant Hoffmann
Nibbles And Nosh
89/100 (218 ratings)
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"One of the best breakfasts I’ve ever had! I’m a huge fan of the croissant sandwich & the hummus plate is AMAZING for lunch! Love the new decor &..."
Lindzi Shanks
"I absolutely loved the food, atmosphere and service! Go by for..."
Julie Reed
"Fabulous little spot to cool off from the beach and grab a salad, sandwich or tasty sweet treat!!!! They have coffee too ~..."
Angela Dawn
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Debbie Carroll
Lao Peng You
89/100 (364 ratings)
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Kitchen 17
89/100 (2674 ratings)
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"Another 100% Vegan Chicago Restaurant! I would rate the food 3.5/5. Here’s my explanation and personal experience. I ordered the fully loaded..."
Vegan Brian
"Came here to try vegan deep dish for the first time. It did not disappoint! The cheese and sauce are just spectacular!! We got a fully loaded deep..."
JoeRobbi
"Great vegan restaurant and bar in Chicago specializing in plant based deep dish pizza. Casual environment serving lots of tasty vegan foods. We..."
Josh Levey
"Not typically a fan of deep dish or Buffalo cauliflower but had to try here and honestly would completely get it again!!!! Buffalo cauliflower was so..."
Lily Weiner
"This place is amazing!! Definitely one of the best vegan restaurants I've ever been. It has a dive bar type feel. I can't quite place my finger on..."
Tierra
"We attended the Madison Vegan Pop-up market today and ate at Kitchen 17. Both pizza slices and the baked goods were absolutely delicious! Perfect!..."
Kimberly Stephens
"Vegan pizza with buffalo cauliflowers. Great place and great location. Maybe we came at the wrong time but expected more..."
Sid & Nidhi Bansal
"Cool pizza and bar spot with a retro board game theme. Really enjoyed the vegan deep dish pizza, the "cheese" made in-house is among the best..."
Aaron Amendolia
"Deep dish vegan pizza sounds impossible but kitchen 17 makes it really well. The bottom is so crunchy and delicious and the sauce is some of the best..."
J Kon
"Great service on the bar side, I believe the servers name is Kyle. Vegan deep dish was good, it was a must try since I’ve never had deep dish..."
Joshua De Serres
"We had the chili cheeze fries and a New York style pizza. Both were SO delicious, and the plate of fries was huge! This place is a must-try if you're..."
Quigli - Tasha Storm
Edgebrook Coffee Shop
88/100 (768 ratings)
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American
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Corned Beef
Burger
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"This coffee shop and diner rocks! You might not be able to get a seat because it can get very busy, but there are 12 seats at the diner and 3 small..."
George Zakharia
"Chris' s final day as owner. He found new owners and will be here for a couple weeks during transition. New owners are planning on keeping things the..."
Tim Haeussler
"Great little place. Owner supports local, nice and friendly. Got a Denver omelet. Fresh cooked to order in front of you. Great..."
John Badal
"Best corn beef hash in the area. The seasoning on the meat is incredible. You can taste the clove. I'd order a side of it any time I go there. The..."
Daryl Nitz
"This place was wonderful!! A very familiar, casual vibe with exciting, intriguing menu items. I highly recommend checking out their weekly specials...."
Holly Fields
"I work in the neighborhood and every single time I go into this little diner, everyone is absolutely wonderful. They’re kind, welcoming, attentive,..."
Cassie Bathery
"Where do I start…the food was so great that I ended up visiting 2 days in a row during my weekend trip. The atmosphere was great, the food was..."
Kyeongtae Kim
"The best corned beef hash I've had in Chicago. New owners are really bringing a fresh take on this classic spot. If you haven't been here or haven't..."
Naram Brikha
"Let's just say it has a very unpretentious ambience! If you want upscale this is definitely not it...but food was great; fresh & fast. Very..."
Marty Henehan
"Decent food, good atmosphere, quick service, decent price for the amount of food. Coffee was good. I got the veggie and cheddar omelet, hash browns..."
Marlaina Mc
"Edgebrook Coffee Shop is a quiet GIANT! It's a fantastic local spot that has a very original menu and the preparation and service are on point. It's..."
Julius Rhodes
"Great spot! My wife and I recently moved to Edgebrook and we come here multiple times per week to grab their coffee to go - really good cold brew at..."
Peter Swanson
"I work as a corporate concierge and had to find a place to create an Office Thanksgiving Luncheon. Well, I hit the jackpot when I contacted Sean and..."
Katie Arman
"This is a wonderful, neighborhood diner. The food is fantastic. It is small so , depending on what day and what time you go, you may have to wait to..."
Mary Offerman
"Honestly, I do not know how I missed this place in all my times driving up and Central, but boy am I glad I found it. It’s one of those classic..."
Jesus Popoca
"It's so great to have such a local gem in the area. The space is tight but the service is quick and friendly. The owner keeps it interesting with a..."
Tiffany Tran
"Cute little hole-in-the-wall coffe shop. Small, only a few 2 seat tables and a long counter so the place is a little tight. Not sure if it would be..."
Doris Soto
"Like stepping back in time. Classic no frills diner with above average coffee, great homemade hash and my new go to, the cornmeal pancakes. Family..."
Nathan Rubenstein
Pancake Cafe
88/100 (1133 ratings)
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"Great breakfast spot. Food is a little pricey but you get a lot and it's quality. Honestly the IHOP across the street is nearly the same price and a..."
david mock
"Wonderful place to get delicious, generous portions, for a very reasonable price! Hubs and I went for brunch before the Cubs game. He got the sausage..."
Erin Philpott
"My girlfriend took me here for my birthday breakfast, so of course, I had to order the birthday pancakes! It was mentioned that it was my birthday so..."
Frank McBride
"Great space, great service (even for a busy Sunday brunch), and excellent food. Ordered western omelette with chocolate chip pancakes...."
Alex Lower
"I ordered a steak skillet and birthday pancakes with pecans. Skillet and pancakes were delicious. My eggs were supposed to be over easy but they were..."
Hosam Hadid
"This place has really friendly servers. The food is pretty good, I think sometimes it need a bit more flavor but they have hot sauce at the table to..."
Jared Day
"I ate buttermilk pancakes here after an 8 mile jog. The atmosphere is very nice. I was there soon after the place opened up. The pancakes were very..."
Rick Skaf
"Stopped here for a quick snack while walking around the area. Good food, decent service. Much bigger in the back then it seemed when we initially..."
Kayla M
"Great food, great service. The menu is extensive and everything sounded delicious. The portions are generous. I got eggs with homemade corned beef..."
Sunny Regina
"Went for the first time for breakfast, was extremely happy with the food and environment. I took one bite of my skillet and immediately felt myself..."
Ryen Bothur
"Great food served quickly! I usually come here with a group, and often we get lucky and Gerardo and Jasmine serve us. Gerardo knows us by now and is..."
Elisabeth F
"Stopped in for a late breakfast. Had the meat lovers omelette with toast. The food came out very quickly with a rather generous side of hash browns...."
Michael Miller
"Amazing brunch at Pancake Cafe! The omelets were a great price and massive. 5 eggs, choice of cheese and so many fillings, hash browns, and side of..."
Rebecca C
"Awesome place! Very kind waiters, no long waiting time (do reserve if possible tho). Fair prices and tasted very well! Do highly recommend for a..."
Tim M
"The pancakes are so good, I recommend them stuffed with pecans. The loaded hash browns are so dangerous. The bacon is extra thick. I always get my..."
sarah wurz
"Amazing. Amazing. Visited Chicago and friend suggested this place.. best for breakfast and brunch.. avocado with poached egg is the best, must try...."
shreya kahar
Alp's West Restaurant
88/100 (2210 ratings)
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American
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegetarian Friendly
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Sit down
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Wheelchair Accessible
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"The food is always served hot and fresh. The service is always prompt, attentive, and friendly. My favorite dishes are: hot turkey open face..."
Mark Bjorkquist
"This place is the bomb! Amazing breakfast! Amazing staff! Amazing portions! I am in..."
Jim Kopeny
"It’s my personal favorite restaurant in the entire Chicagoland area! Friendly staff, great food and a lot of it for a fair..."
Zach Ryland
"The staff was wonderful and the food so fresh and..."
Hinemoa Kram
"Best breakfast anywhere. Hot, fast and super good. Huge omelets. I love that they put flavored creamer on the table, because I don't touch coffee..."
Patricia Taggart
"Perfect late lunch with old friends. It's a classic. Say hi to Bob, the soulful..."
Walter Sanders
"Is our favorite places to eat wonderful people and wonderful..."
Adlemi Perez
"Very good service, great food etc ...been going there for..."
John X Savino
"Always good service and good food. If you haven't tried Alps, go..."
Sam Padrón
"Very good place to grab some traditional diner like food. Atmosphere is nice, with open dining area and service was great. Servers were friendly and..."
Shanice K.
"I visited for the first time today. I was looking for a breakfast place in the area that has parking. We were greeted when we walked in. It took..."
Margie Miranda
"Always good meals. Their omelettes and skillets are the best! Also on Sundays they have the best cream of chicken rice. ..oh yes and if you like..."
Eric Palangana
"We were in Chicago got the weekend and searched for a near by breakfast place. Alps did not disappoint! Great service that was fast. Delicious food!..."
Amber Nelson
"Haven't been here in a long time since moving out of town 7 years ago so the Chicago pricing with inflation was a little shock, but not ridiculous..."
syno crat
"The food was delicious. Better than I expected. We ordered biscuits & gravy w/ a side of sausage & Chicken Stir Fry which cane w/ a salad. Delicious..."
Crystal L
"The service was timely. We were a party of 4 without reservations and waited less than 1 minute to be seated. Waitstaff was corteus and bordering on..."
Roberto Romero-Perez
"Their food selection is very good, and the taste is even better, 👌 😋 🔥 💯 their waitresses are very helpful and always there for you...."
gerardo vazquez
"I started out my visit with a hott bowl of rice & chicken soup. There was a generous portion of rice in my delicious soup; I added a few drops of..."
Juan A. Cano
"Food was fantastic. Portion sizes were on the big side. Everyone that worked here was super nice and happy. Austin was our server and great. Green..."
Sound Decisions
"Yes please!! So very good, probably have our new breakfast place now. We meet up with our daughter and her roomie and BFF and whoever else wants to..."
ReginaC
"We loved having breakfast here. It was such a warm & welcoming environment. The staff was very friendly and accommodating. The food was fantastic and..."
Cassie P
"great food and even friendly..."
Cameron Houseman
"Able to seat a crew of 20 Family atmosphere, servers and greeter very happy attitude. Lighting well lit, Windows surrounding the restaurant to give..."
Derek Kelley
"This is a little place but big in flavor and great staff it's a great little spot I can't say enough of how good the food is. I would love to keep it..."
gerardo perez
"My family and I came in to dine in. Table for 4 and the wait time was not bad at all. We came during brunch time and our food was great. No..."
Yvette Ramirez
"What an amazing experience I had here. Bob (which I believe to be the owner) came by to greet myself and a friend of mine, personally. Thanked us for..."
Miss Ramirez
"Their portions are generous, and the syrup options are a sweet tooth's dream come true. With its friendly service and cozy ambiance, Original Alps..."
alexis nash
Big Kids
88/100 (709 ratings)
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Nookies Wells
88/100 (1868 ratings)
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Cafe
Vegetarian Friendly
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Vegetarian Friendly
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Eggs Benedict
Burger
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Beef
Omelette
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Corned Beef
Waffles
Crepes
Meatloaf
Turkey Sandwich
Salad
Pulled Pork Sandwich
Salmon
Turkey Burger
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Café
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Accepts Credit Cards
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"After eating here I’m surprised this spot doesn’t have 5 stars! Everything about this place blew my mind! Our server, Alejandro, was super..."
Elsie Ensor
"Lots of energy on a weekend morning! Came here with some friends and the wait wasn’t too long. The club was A+. Plenty of fries to go..."
Ashley Bushala
"Great breakfast or American brunch place. Large portions, friendly service and delicious food. Highly recommend coming through if you're in the area...."
Miguel Sandejas
"Enjoyed the patio area. Seated fairly quickly. Waitress very knowledgeable of the menu and..."
Ahleizah Franks
"Definitely recommend! Wonderful food! Wonderful service! Large portions. I'm from out of town, will definitely go there if I'm ever visiting..."
Michele Stark
"Classic diner. No frills. Strong coffee. Fresh OJ. Mediocre food. Berry crepe with extra powdered sugar is..."
P L M
"I like this place when I go up North. It is hidden away just like it's name in a nook. I have been up here twice. Service is great. Food is good. My..."
Daphne Hayes
"Nookies in Chicago is a true neighborhood gem that consistently delivers on both food and service. From breakfast to dinner, it's a dining experience..."
Tony D.
"Nookies is always a good choice, service is always high quality and friendly. The food is wonderful no matter what you order it's so..."
Constance Diaz
"Nice selection of breakfast/brunch and lunch classics. Nothing too creative in terms of flavor profiles, but very much classic comfort overall..."
Chelsie Tamms
"Besty is a sunshine! I think finding this restaurant was the best that happened in Chicago! The daily soup is AMAZING and the service is like being..."
Valentina Urizarbarrena Fernández
"I tried their fall special "sweet trio" (pumpkin pancakes, plum pudding pancakes, and lemon poppy French toast) and it was phenomenal! They have a..."
Ele Hein
"Nookies on Wells is a Chicago must try. The food is delicious, the staff is a blast, and the atmosphere is chill. I eat here all the time, and I've..."
Anthony Tolentino
"Nice place for a good brunch. The pancakes were..."
Olivier Sauquet
"Service was excellent and we got coffee on the house :) had a Belgium waffle and an..."
Roné Fourie
Clarke's Pancake House
87/100 (12 ratings)
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The Chicago Diner, Lakeview
87/100 (3848 ratings)
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Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Breakfast
Brunch
Dinner
Lunch
Late Night
Cheeseburger
Burger
Nachos
Poutine
Corned Beef
Pasta
Chicken Sandwich
Cheesecakes
Meatloaf
BLT
Salad
Carrot Cake
Wings
Gyros
Chili
Waffle Fries
Mac and cheese
Reuben sandwich
Cakes
Cheesecake
Sandwiches
Café
American
Diner
Wine and Beer
Gift Cards Available
Highchairs Available
Accepts Credit Cards
Seating
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
Table Service
Serves Alcohol
Breakfast
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Late Night
Lunch
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Mid-range
"The Chicago Dinner is a true veggie delight! From the diverse menu to the cozy ambiance, it's a top-tier choice for vegetarians. The Wild Mushroom..."
Alex Luthor
"It was our first time visiting on Sat, Oct. 28, and we enjoyed everything. (It was worth every minute of the 2 hour walk from Millennium Station to..."
Jennifer Hipp
"Wow! I’m highly satisfied with this place. We ordered so many things off the menu everything was so delicious and did my body right! I highly..."
HealWith Divine
"A coworker recommended this place to me as a visiting vegan. It was great! We ordered the chicken parm, Cuban, and reuben for food. We also ordered..."
Barrett Chambers
"Finally made it to this vegetarian/vegan restaurant. I got the chicken fried steak. My friend got the mushroom loaf. The mushroom loaf was great! ..."
Nick Mack
"Had the Portobello prime burger with sweet potato fries. The burger was delicious with great umami flavors, fresh produce, and this savory crunchy..."
Angelina
"Anyone would love this. It's cute, quaint and gives off that artistic vibe. I was promised over 8 years ago before moving to Florida that I would get..."
Jen
"A must visit if you're a vegan heading to Chicago or if you want great tasting food and extremely friendly staff. Everything is made vegan by deafult..."
Amanda Leigh
"So grateful this friendly vegan/vegetarian establishment is still in business! The food is delicious and the diverse menu will satisfy even the non-V..."
Jeff Spade
"I thought this place was cool! I really loved the vibes and the service. They’re entirely a vegan restaurant (although they have a few dairy cheese..."
Laura Michaud
"Went here straight after arriving from London, jetlagged and grumpy. Both the greeter and server were really friendly, kind, and helpful with our..."
Emma Hall
"Just moved to town this November and been looking for a great vegan restaurant. This place did not let me down. The food was incredible. I just..."
Victor L
"I would recommend their dishes that have vegan meats (such as seitan) over the others. The Thai chili wings and both sandwiches tasted great, but we..."
Dhruv Patel
"I love how Chicago Diner makes the classic diner experience accesible for vegans and vegetarians alike! Never had a bad meal from here so just..."
Po S
"My first ever vegan diner. Quite tasty and didn't miss meat. Very friendly staff as well. Dessert options looked good though we didn't try any as we..."
Sascha Häberling
"The Chicago Diner is superb. I think most of the food here is great. They are well known for their Reuben and shakes. I have also had jalapeño..."
Jared Day
"I had my lunch last week because someone recommended it. My meal was excellent and satisfying. Service impeccable. Wish we had one in..."
Abel Castro
"My husband and I shared desserts here: a cinnamon roll and a banana cream pie milkshake. The whole menu is vegan which is wonderful for a lactose..."
Darlene P. Campos
Dove's Luncheonette
87/100 (2743 ratings)
Restaurants
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
Diner
Diner
American
American
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
Brunch
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Pancakes
Toasts
Ice Cream
Ceviche
Café
American
Diner
Table Service
Serves Alcohol
Gift Cards Available
Full Bar
Takeout
Seating
Lunch
Brunch
Breakfast
Dinner
Mid-range
"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,..."
Laurence Paverd
"Great vibe. Friendly and welcoming staff. Try something a bit different and get the peaches &..."
Christine Taylor
"It was as good as the reviews say it is. The food was top notch and the drinks wonderful. The menu is a bit high on the uppity scale and price, but..."
Ted Hogan
"Great food! Better than I expected. Come here for brunch, and you will not be disappointed! Totally worth the..."
Tracy You
"What can I say.... great food, great service, talented staff. My weekly spot now for Courtland's amazing music lineup and drinks and food that feeds..."
Lisa Hampton
"Some of the best food I've ever eaten in my life. It's so good it makes me consider moving to Chicago so I can eat it every day..."
Cory Schulz
"Had breakfast yesterday with the breakfast cocktail. Everything was amazing and the service was top..."
Melissa Martin
"Absolutely incredible! I had brunch Sunday, I got schooled on all things Chicago. #sportpepper and #mezcal Ordered the potatoes with a fried egg and..."
Chris Darling
"ate breakfast here in July with friends while visiting Chicago - amazing food, music and atmosphere!! Loved..."
Sue Helm
"Everyone in our party of 8 happy architects from Sweden were really satisfied wirh the fantastic and tasty food and the friendly staff. We would..."
Kajsa Lidman
"The chicken friend chicken is the best I've ever had and I lived in the South for 10..."
Angie Tresco Bender
"Loved it! Great food... small... cozy... great service... groovy music... zero..."
Joel D. Barnes
"It was on my bucket list at the very top now I can scratch that one off. Moving up to number one on the list is death because I just experienced..."
Jerry Franklin
"I had the Ouahaca Vieja, Badlands, and Brisket Hash. Amazing food and great atmosphere. Was recommended by a friend and ai was not disappointed!..."
Dustin J. Cardenas
"Absolutely phenomenal. Flew in from Dallas for a few days and I'm so glad we stopped here in Wicker Park. The adobo pork chop was fantastic and the..."
Brandon Hurtado
"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,..."
Benn Thomas
"Friendly staff, great food! Fried chicken + mole-spiced syrup = mind blowing good! Fried chicken: so crispy! So good Masa pancakes: yummy, the..."
Avo Cado
"Visiting Chicago; friend recommended this place. This is probably my favorite spot I’ve been to in town. Atmosphere was great—comfy diner vibe..."
Nathan Brown
"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..."
Winston Wu
"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..."
Lindsey Jay
"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..."
Jerrod Boos
"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..."
Sue Spolan
"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..."
Daniel Marquez
"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..."
Sam Williams
"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..."
Jeremy Atwood
"Fantastic breakfast and vibrant atmosphere. This is a great spot full of locals. It's very busy, so get there early. The food is pricey but worth..."
Ashley Buxo
"Busy place on a Saturday morning! Our order took longer than what might be usual. Our waitress comped our beverages and thanked us for our patience...."
Michelle
"The most surprisingly delectable breakfast diner I've been to in a while. I love their Mexican influenced take on "pancakes eggs and bacon". The..."
Lumyr D
"Best breakfast I have had in Chicago so far. The burnt ends hash was amazingly cooked with both the potatoes and beef having a great texture and..."
Jessica
"When planning a two day trip to Chicago to try different foods, this was on my list thanks to a Tiktok showcasing their two most popular dishes (also..."
Nicholas Klein
"Rarely has a high google rating been more well deserved. The beef brisket taco was stunning. We’re into the second week of a U.S. tour, and it was..."
Luke C
Big & Little's Restaurant And Bar
86/100 (447 ratings)
Restaurants
Diner
Barbecue
Fast food
American
Barbecue
Fast Food
Diner
American
Dinner
Lunch
Sit down
Fast food
American
Barbecue
Diner
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
Nookies Tree
86/100 (445 ratings)
Restaurants
Vegetarian Friendly
International
Cafe
Diner
Diner
American
International
Cafe
American
Vegetarian Friendly
Brunch
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Late Night
Salad
Omelette
Café
American
Diner
International
Café
Seating
Table Service
Takeout
BYOB
Lunch
Brunch
Late Night
Breakfast
Dinner
Mid-range
"Came here for an early Saturday breakfast. The staff was quick and friendly, everything tasted amazing, and they worked around dietary restrictions..."
Sinthuja Ramalingam
"On first walking in and checking the menu I was a little worried it would be standard diner fare. Once the dishes came out I was happily proven..."
Walter Piper
"One of our favorite breakfast stops! Regular menu is great, but the seasonal specials are spectacular! Great ambiance, great staff, reasonable..."
Bomber Rueckl
"Everything was well made and rich in flavors! Loved the food and the..."
Dalal Musa
"Went here for brunch on a Saturday and loved it! My wife and I had the french toast flight (which was three different melt-in-you mouth variations of..."
Marcus Stemple
"This place is awesome! If all the other locations are as good, this will be my go to brunch chain. I had the Paris Benedict, which was topped with..."
Hollina U
"Amazing diner with huge portions. I have never once been able to finish an omelette from there. Bringing it home yields another 2 meals. They offer a..."
Kristen Portland
"I've been going here for 3 years, this is my favorite restaurant in Lakeview. The staff are friendly, the food is great and well priced, and my..."
Kate Marlor
"Decor has seen better days but still has a nice retro vibe. Service is fantastic. Food is better. Their crab cakes are absolute delish. Coffee..."
Blake Humphrey
"Great place with some truly awesome food. Everything from burgers to pancakes to omelettes is hard to beat. Service was fine, although it did take a..."
John Lawrence
Uncle Mike's Place
86/100 (2323 ratings)
Restaurants
Diner
Filipino
Diner
Asian
Filipino
Asian
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegetarian Friendly
Brunch
Breakfast
Lunch
Fish
Fried rice
Pork
Café
Diner
Filipino
Asian
Delivery
Takeout
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Brunch
Breakfast
Lunch
Cheap Eats
"Food was delish! Staff were fantastic. Customer service was top notch. Will definitely come back and bring my friends and family. I ordered the combo..."
Millet Sharon Aragon - Martinez
"Walking in with a party of 13 in the middle of a rush midday Sunday & the staff does a phenomenal job seating us together! They don't take..."
Viannie Jimenez-Gatan
"Amazing food and service every time I come here. The food is outstanding, especially the marinated steak with the garlic rice. They also have the..."
Lauren Salsa
"Service is GREAT! The food is delicious! Our waiter, Jim was so accommodating and such a nice fellow doing great customer service. That goes as well..."
Raoul De La Torre
"second time i’ve eaten here... Much better experience, I ordered the sweet chorizo, garlic rice, with eggs over easy..... so good! and priced..."
JoAnna Rose Siciliano
"All food are delicious. The owner of the place are friendly and generous. the place is clean. If happen that we all go back to Chicago, I will..."
Jeanette Roxas
"The food was fresh, homemade and delicious. The staff was friendly and attentive. A great birthday brunch..."
Alice Sorce Vile
"The manager is ver nice and welcoming. The food are awesome! Highly recommend this..."
Josephine Pierro
"Came into town jonesing for Filipino food (a little deprived Filipino restaurant-wise where I live) and Uncle Mike's hit the spot! I had the..."
Deirdre de la Cruz
"Food and service was excellent! We came in hungry and left full and happy! We ate Filipino food and the servings were generous, staff were friendly..."
Simplicio Obienda Alovera
"The Bangus Breakfast is literally in my top 5 meals ever. This year we came here for my birthday and y'all even surprised me and sang to me with..."
CJ Jones
"Always love coming to Uncle Mikes! Food is always very good ... especially when you're craving that Filipino breakfast. We're always treated very..."
Leslie Cano
"The best Filipino breakfast - delicious, huge portions.... and extra lugaw 'to..."
Flora Cudiamat
"Good place, good food, good service, good staff...definitely worth coming back..."
Kathy Corpuz
"Worth the wait, though it took way longer than estimated to get seated (over an hour when the estimate was 30 minutes). The breakfast was very very..."
Leo Kupperman
"so good so yummy & 10/10 service!! went at 9am ish on a Saturday & didn't have to wait, was filling out quickly as we were eating. love the combo..."
Wandy Cheng
"It’s not typical to find many Filipino restaurants so it’s nice to have this downtown. The staff are very nice and doting. The atmosphere is nice..."
karina k
"Came here for breakfast after our waiter from another restaurant commended it. We were told that it used to be a strictly American breakfast diner..."
Aaron G.
"This place is very highly regarded and a lot of my friends really like it. I’ve been here a few times and it’s good, but not the full 5 star from..."
Anway De
"Tocino is the best sausage I’ve ever had. Very close to Taiwan sausage, sweet and more flavorful. The fish is a little bit fishy. Steak is good,..."
Chen Jan
"I wish I could've came here sooner! Atmosphere, food, and service is top notch! Big bangus and tocino breakfast is really good and expect to bring..."
Pat Lood
"Cozy, no frills Filipino breakfast. The portions are hearty and delicious. We sat down and we’re given some porridge to start. The longanisa and..."
Joeleen Ng
"Loved this place! You just know it's authentic home cooking. It's homey and not much frills but the staff is friendly and the food is delicious. Once..."
Ivan Ng
"If you're looking for a unique breakfast spot, then definitley go to Uncle Mike's Place. The food is delicious! We got the Longanisa and tocina..."
Jai Moua
Nookies Too
86/100 (698 ratings)
Restaurants
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
American
Cafe
Diner
Diner
American
Cafe
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Brunch
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Late Night
Pancakes
French Toast
Toasts
Café
American
Diner
Café
BYOB
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Highchairs Available
Accepts Credit Cards
Takeout
Breakfast
Lunch
Brunch
Mid-range
"Bright, pleasant atmosphere. The staff are all very friendly and the food is delicious (with surprisingly large portions which I honestly feel is..."
Laura H
"My husbands family loves coming here. This is the second time I've been here and it is a great atmosphere. I did not catch our waitress name but she..."
Alex Mendez
"Yummmmm.... Smoked guda fritata with bacon, caramelized onions and side of hash browns. Just got back from Saugatuck Cottage Suites in beautiful..."
J J
"This place was SO good! Not only did they accommodate the large and loud party of 8 I was with, but the food was really great. So great we came back..."
Shelby Watson
"Nookies Too is a solid place to get decent grub! The food isn't exciting but it's solid and filling. I will say this, too: if you're a fan of chicken..."
Eithne McBride
"Love Nookies! My wife had this amazing stuffed French toast and I had the Dixie Benedict (no photo of mine as I inhaled it). The staff was great, the..."
Stephen Kaplus
"Warm, light and pleasing interior space. Lovely place for a quiet meal with friends or to linger by yourself and read. The staff are very friendly,..."
David Hale Smith
"Went there for a quick bite to eat before picking up a customer. Great portions and treat customer..."
A Lowry
"Crunchy Croissant French toast layered with vanilla cream cheese and fresh strawberries, Wow worth every single calorie( p.s it’s not on the menu..."
LAN
"The staff is so friendly and the food was great. I'm glad I stopped by here for breakfast this..."
Kuljit Chahal
"The staff was pleasant and non rushing. My breakfast omelet was made to perfection and coffee was well balanced yet not overpowering. Sat and talked..."
WILLIAM RIVERA
"Cute interior. Simple food but good. I had the spinach and goat cheese frittata which came with toast and hash browns. Large portions. Frittata was..."
Kit Weatherwax
"I've been coming to Nookies Too for over 30 years. It is still one of my favorite spots when I'm back in Chicago visiting. Many of the faces have..."
Peter Green
"Walked in on a Saturday morning for a quick breakfast. You MUST order the banana nut pancakes! Wait staff is very friendly and it’s the kind of..."
Ryan Coutts
"Was good, but the waitress forgot to tell us there was scramble skillets available, it was mis listed under breakfast sandwiches. She said it was a..."
Angela De
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