TOP 10 BEST Restaurants in United States - Updated November 2024

"The Polo Inn is a great local place to relax and have a delicious meal. We always get the salmon dinner because it is so excellent. It is always..."

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Flo

91/100 (1270 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

"Such a great brunch spot! Had the veggie burrito with black beans subbed for eggs and it was FABULOUS! We all had the green Bloody Mary’s and..."

Kelly Olson

"This place is super yummy and a very nice atmosphere. I came here for breakfast and the menu was very nice and had lots of options. The service was..."

Ajura

"The huevos verdes could've been a bit spicier, but then again I like spicy foods lol. The garlic spinach was an interesting menu offering, since it..."

Katelyn Roach

"Where to start? Excellent service, very friendly staff. Charming atmosphere. My food came out SO fast. Everything made from scratch, even the hot..."

Bridger Madsen

"Let me start by saying this is my favorite brunch spot in the city. Love sitting at the bar and being served by the best bartender ever in Cindy..."

Torwah Noah

"Gotta judge a Mexican place on its chips & salsa, guac, and margs and right away this place is it! The music is a jam, service was quick, and entrees..."

KyLeigh Nichols

"Great food, great drinks, relaxing atmosphere! Stopped by for a late breakfast on a Saturday in May, and had a great time! The barbacoa chilaquiles..."

Steve S

"Such a great brunch. Have already been back two times. The vibe is cozy but has more space then it looks initially. The food is so good and fresh. My..."

Ali Ward

"Nice gem in West Town. Parking was easy but metered, so be warned. The atmosphere was low-key and respectful, and none of that loud music drowning..."

Claudia C

"We were on a walk with the dog and ask if we could sit outside with the dog. They said sure. They actually had servers come out and take care of us...."

Abe Mok

"Food was A+, spicy margarita (C-) did not live up to my standards, but the regular margarita (A) was well worth it. I got the green chile chicken..."

Cam Welch

"Great vibe. Went here for a late brunch at 3 pm on a Saturday. Fortunately, they still were severing breakfast food. I tried the today's special -..."

Sanyuja Desai

"I love Santa Fe and the local cuisine there. Flo does a decent job scratching the itch with their dinners. It's all good, but a little less spicy and..."

rob fischer

"The experience in this place was good, I enjoyed the time here. We were sitting at the patio and the weather was fantastic. In our visit we..."

Juliana Zamora

"Our brunch experience at Flo was great! We went on a Sunday around noon. No wait at all. The service was great and all of the staff was very..."

Phillip O'Connor

"A wonderful spot with amazing food that is a must come once a month for me. An intimate interior is not for those looking to party, but the food is..."

Brendan Minot

"This was a great place to grab brunch. They have the sweet French toast for kids and lots of options for brunch and some lunch items. The coffee is..."

Shannon Niemi

"The shrimp sopapilla was really great, the perfect amount of dough, sauce, shrimp and spinach. The steak in the tacos were seasoned and cooked really..."

FayBriana Williams

Lou Mitchell's

91/100 (5290 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

"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

Southport Grocery & Cafe

Accepts American Express

Seating

Table Service

Wheelchair Accessible

"It's nearly impossible to pick a favorite dish – they're all SO good. I had the hash and it blew me away... so did the salad and mushroom melt...."

Elizabeth Caputo

"The cutest most delicious brunch spot. The staff is so friendly. They sell Christmas cookies for the season & they are so yummy I recommend picking..."

Crystal Steinmeyer Margarito

"The best brunch in Chicago, hands down! I always take guests here when they're in from out of town and Southport Grocery never disappoints. The..."

Anthony Less

"This is my favorite brunch spot in Chicago. The food is delicious and the service is impeccable. This is first on my list for any out of town..."

Mark Maddenson

"Southport Grocery has an adorable cafe & delicious food. Would definitely..."

Janelle Prisner

"The food is excellent! And they have "to die for pancakes"! A must try if you go..."

Divina Grace Waugh

"The best cupcakes in town, hands down! Whatever you choose, you can't go..."

Tessa Tsarong-Blomker

"The food and service is fantastic!! You might even spot a celebrity..."

Todd Quenneville

"One of my favorite places in Chicago! So adorable and the food is..."

Taryn Rosenberg

"Great food! Great atmosphere, lunch or breakfast just hits the..."

George Gonzalez

"It's delicious! Usually a little wait but well worth..."

Elizabeth Ann Heil

"Awesome find for a great breakfast and a super delicious Bloody..."

Sharon Kaye Schmitz

"Went for the Bread Pudding Pancakes, they didn't disappoint. But fell in love with the Chicken &..."

Nick Boyle

"Just went for the first time and really enjoyed the food and service. Our waiter was very helpful and lovely. We had some questions and she knew all..."

Tom Zeien

"Quaint and delicious brunch spot! I’m not a stranger to Southport Grocery, but this brunch trip was an especially wonderful experience. The cafe is..."

Lauren H

"First Tymer! This place is a MUST!!! The food & drinks are sooooo good. The banana pudding pancakes may be the best pancake I ever had. Brunch ends..."

Marian O

"I think the dishes here are hit or miss. I wasn’t really impressed with most of the food I have ordered from here. The only thing that saved this..."

Alejandro

"We love this place. The food is excellent. We got the hash with wheat toast and biscuits and gravy with scrambled eggs on top. The biscuits are the..."

Dan Knutilla

"Cute little place with some very tasty food. We ate outdoors (busy Sunday noon). A bit of a wait but well worth it. The grilled coffee cake is an A+..."

Jeff Gottdownunder

"Overall: Delicious, charming, and charming, brunch doesn't get much better! The good: Superb tasting food, the quiche was fantastic and the coffee..."

Kyle Dahl

"Delicious breakfast. I had the gravy and biscuits, the brisket in the gravy was bomb. And the rice pancake with cinnamon sauce..."

Noora Kazanji

"Really enjoyed the soup and sandwich! Highly..."

Lorri Walker

"The food was amazing! I thought super highly of the grilled coffee cake! My gal enjoyed the southern omelet and I enjoyed the breakfast sandwich...."

Michael Nagel

"Fantastic! The food is nicely prepared and tastes fresh and clean. One of my favorite breakfast and brunch spots in Chicago. The food here is very..."

J Deming

"Great local spot here. The hash and bread pudding pancakes were absolutely fabulous. Fun hipster staff and a nice eating area outside if the weather..."

Will Slappey

"Love to try different breakfast spots, and I must say hands down the service was great and the food was wonderful. Their take on hash is one of a..."

Kimberly Williams

"This place is so good I went there twice in 3 days. Fresh ingredients, delicious combos, and relaxed atmosphere. The brisket hash bowl is amazing...."

Ariana Thompson

"Second trip to Southport Grocery and Cafe. Excellent both times. First time I had the Brisket Hash, second time I tried the Brisket and Gravy dish...."

Andrew Blank

Valois Restaurant

90/100 (2872 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

"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

Meli Cafe

90/100 (1650 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

"I love coming to this cozy cafe, it’s usually not overcrowded which I love. Service is usually good but last time I was here the server forgot to..."

Dan Saldana

"A solid brunch place overall. We had a party of 10 and the server was kind enough to allocate two separate tables next to each other in a bit of a..."

Avi H

"Came here as a group of 5 and the food was really good and service was excelent! Everything we ordered from waffles, salads, wrap and eggs was all..."

Janette Flores

"Decided to stop by this place for a light breakfast. Wife got the beet juice, yogurt and I went with the salmon Benedict with hash. This was..."

Christopher Charles

"Lovely ambience and good staff. The food is delicious but very much overrated. The portion is generous but the price is higher than it should be for..."

Moh Hosseinioun

"A local favorite in the West Loop and it doesn’t disappoint. I had a delicious mixed of small plates, definitely have one of their juices (I had..."

Kevin Bueso

"One of greektowns finest brunch spots Meli Cafe. Always a warm welcome and attentive staff. Pancakes are light fluffy and crisp on the edges, add..."

chad svastisalee

"The food here is amazing for a decent price. Our waitress Mariana was amazing and super sweet. The side of fruit was fresh and delicious. If you’re..."

William Rodriguez

"We haven't eaten here in a while but always had good experiences before and this latest visit reminded us of how good their food is. My wife said..."

TheBigBandWolf

"Decent food in a cozy atmosphere. A little bit overpriced but not terrible for the area. Service was decent. Lots of gluten free options, however..."

Melissa Hill

Avec

90/100 (5721 ratings)

Non-smoking restaurants

Accepts Mastercard

Accepts Visa

Reservations

Accepts American Express

Street Parking

Seating

Table Service

Wheelchair Accessible

"Wonderful experience. Incredible food and drink for the price. We got brussel sprouts, scallops, and pork shoulder. Which were excellent. The..."

Brett Farmer

"They change the menu often so there are some items that are still there and others that have left. The chorizo stuffed dates is a crowd pleaser so..."

Nicholas P

"Food is amazingly tasty. A wonderful spot with great service. The food was amazing and every dish was cooked to perfection. We really enjoyed the..."

d b

"My review is from the perspective of a traveller not a local. We came for lunch on a sunday and the space is small and tightly squeezed. Folks kindly..."

Faith E

"I was lucky enough to grab a spot at the bar without a reservation. (I definitely recommend getting one though.) The staff was accommodating. But..."

Laura Lynn

"Did you know that this Michelin guided restaurant has happy hour? It does! No reservations necessary. The chorizo, hummus, cod dip, and fresh bread..."

Kai DeBus

"They had a really good happy hour menu, we were stuffed just from trying those out. Food and cocktails were good but felt that the chorizo dates were..."

Desmond Goh

"We got seated right away since we had a reservation. The broccoli and tabbouleh were good! Really filling for two people. We tried the slow cooked..."

Vivian

"A classic Chicago restaurant serving modern dishes that are really elevated yet delicious. So glad I got to try Avec on my trip out here. We snagged..."

Peter Farejowicz

"Salmon hummus unreal, very rich with a lot of olive and fish oil, came with mint. Pita seemed fresh and pillowy still with stretch (always came out..."

H T

"Had a fantastic meal here. The chorizo stuffed dates were especially good. They also have a good selection of pretty reasonably priced..."

Jeffrey Duda

"This is a glowing review for Avec in the west loop. They’ve earned a lot of reviews like this. I had such a good meal there - delicata squash,..."

Matthew Yriart

"Absolutely delicious food. There wasn't anything that we ordered that we didn't like. One of my standouts was the stuffed dates. So good and..."

Sharon Bao

"This is a small but quaint space. The main resto hides behind a side door that camouflages itself with the wooden frame of this place. Ordered the..."

Rolo

"Looking for a marvelous spot for lunch? Look no further , don’t delay making a reservation now. Fresh food served by attentive servers. The host..."

Brigitte Ferdinandsen

"Walking into the restaurant, I was welcomed by a lovely interior of wooden tables and cozy ambient lights. The restaurant has a nice homey smell to..."

Anna Chen

"Really enjoy this space more than the river north location. The decor, setup and vibe is much more intimate and unique. Food and drink was very good..."

Christopher Ruiz

"Avec’s West Loop location is one of the best restaurants in Chicago and was recently featured on the hit TV series, The Bear. (Yes, I’m trying to..."

Yevette Brown

"Enjoyed a 9 course meal of amazing food. My only regret is not taking pictures for you. The chorizo filled bacon wrapped dates are worth a trip to..."

Pa Cor

Egg Harbor Cafe

Yolk - River North

89/100 (2349 ratings)

"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

Toast Two

"Doesn't happen to me often but this breakfast was awesome and deserved the 5 star. Arrived shortly after opening grabbed a table and were asked what..."

Rodney Yoswig

"The best Eggs Benedict I have Ever eaten. Period. Their side spuds are also very good. Our dining partner liked her French toast, but was just " ok..."

Gordon Reiher

"Have tried this place twice now. I love their Benedicts. Really tasty food and fulfilling breakfast option. I definitely recommend this..."

Somsubhra Ghosh

"Great restaurant !!! Breakfast was delicious. The service was also great. Place looks very clean. Can't wait to go back..."

SoniA

"Hands down one of the best breakfast restaurants in the city! I've been coming here for over 5 years and the service is phenomenal. There is not a..."

Agent Crystal Banks

"This place has DELICIOUS eggs benedict. Especially the crab Benedict with the lemon hollandaise, it was light but filling and tasted so fresh and..."

Tinker Ruiz

"Everything was delicious. Very calm atmosphere. Street..."

D Moyeno

"Delicious breakfast burger, and fresh orange..."

Angel Velazquez

"Loved the back deck, did not like the 35 minute wait. Service was friendly, accommodating and attentive. The meal was pretty good, but not really..."

David Kinsey

"Ate here during the winter, and the city serves as a very scenic backdrop to eat at. Had a served with some coffee. Presentation is nonassuming and..."

Daniel

"Had breakfast this morning and it was really good. The service was quick, friendly and professional. Interesting menu selection and the food came..."

Holly Hanson

"I previously tried the Lincoln Park location years ago. Like the LP location, this location served extremely high quality food, very tasty,..."

James Joost

"Score is 4.5. This is our go-to for when we want consistently good food in a nice environment. Service can be quirky but people can be quirky, so..."

Margot Schwamb

"Fantastic! My favorite breakfast / brunch spot in Chicago so far. Ambience is great. I love the natural light from the skylights. Large menu of..."

Greg Benoit

West Town Bakery & Diner At Acme Hotel

Wheelchair Accessible

"Always wonderful to find a place that sells gluten-free baked goods. The coffee is good, and the yogurt parfait--with gluten-free granola--made for a..."

Cathy Colton

"Found this place earlier this year while in Chicago and it's become a must stop on every visit since. The lemon poppy donut and french toast cake..."

Ron Ingber

"The people here are super nice, the hot chocolate is great, and so are the cakeballs! Great place for a quick..."

Carol Schulien

"I have passed by this place for almost a year. The neon sign for dark matter coffee got my attention. I was really impressed with the knowledge on..."

Tony Jimenez

"I'm a major coffee snob. I'll admit it. I think the espresso and flat white's I make are the tittie sprinkles. And this little cafe's coffee blew..."

Noah Yamen

"Yo! The espresso was on point. Stopped in Chi as part of a 7 stop Midwest tour and had 2 get my caffeine fix b4 we continued on to Detroit. Quality..."

DonJamaé Gibson

"Best cafe mocha and Bacon eggs croissant Super Yummy! Superb costumer..."

Evelyn Eres Valdez

"By far.... Best place ever! We stay at the Acme Hotel every time we come to Chicago. Everything here is..."

Mindy Schapiro Thomas

"Great little coffee joint on the way to the Magnificent Mile. Staff is friendly and very helpful. Their sweet treats look amazing! Had I not already..."

Heather MacKey

"Happened by on a walking tour so stopped in for breakfast the next morning. Amazing breakfast sandwich and coffee was a wonderful way to start the..."

Margi Ashton

"West Town Bakery made our daughter's 1st Birthday Cake which was designed to look like a unicorn on just a few days notice on Labor Day weekend. We..."

Eric Hall

"I don't know about you, but I love coffee! ☕️ And the guys at Westtown know what's up when it comes to coffee. Oh, you like a nice pastry with..."

Cassie Walden

"I am one of the most happy employee there real good quality items organic..."

Tausif Fefrawala

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Stephanie Starkey

"Loved..."

Landa Slasor

"Friendly staff! Bread and pastries were so delicious. Especially the chocolate muffin was the best muffin I have ever tried!! Donut was fluffy and..."

Minjeong R (Mina)

"I love this place. I live in Missouri, where this infused beverage concept hasn't quite taken off like here. Every time i come into town, I make it a..."

Kenneth Lain

"Cute little bakery attached to Acme Hotel. I ❤ the cake ball variety and flavors. They are so yummy. I'm a huge coconut fan and Coconut Dream..."

Jennifer Pittore

"They made me a delicious vegan chocolate raspberry birthday cake! Vegans and non vegans loved..."

Olivia B

"West Town Bakery was a fantastic cake vendor. Samantha, our pastry chef, was so accommodating from start to finish. Not only did she rise to the..."

Mariah E

"Great customer service. The best, most moist, crave worthy gluten free blueberry muffin I have ever had. I absolutely loved eating it. And will be..."

Tara R.

"a perfectly lovely small little bakery in River North. nice to visit an independent shop. the cashier was friendly. would definitely..."

Andrew Stiling

"This is a cute place! West Town Bakery cake pops are always a favorite and of course I got some! I also tried the quiche which was very tasty,..."

M. Gupta

"Great coffee, great baked goods, they play good music and have really cool staff. All around, this place is..."

Matt W

"Great staff! They are so helpful and make the experience welcoming. Best hot chocolate in town. Pastries are always delicious; from sweet to savory...."

Moses Valdez-Abrego

"This place has a fun atmosphere with a decor made up of street art and record shop. Many delicious bakery goods here with donuts, croissants, scones,..."

Eric Straub

"We ordered cookies and cupcakes for the bosses birthday. The cupcakes were about the right price, especially when compared with other local..."

Maddy Osman

"Great service, great coffee, and a relaxed atmosphere. I don't get coffee often but when I do I'll make sure to come here rather than the big chains...."

Charlie

"West Town Bakery is amazing! I've eaten breakfast here steadily for the past few months since starting work in Chicago. Among all of the..."

Jim Holman

Allium

"The Allium brunch was simply amazing. The waiter was kind and very helpful with suggestions from the brunch menu. The kicker for me was the blue..."

Jeramy Ortiz

"My husband and I are vegan so we wanted a nice upscale dinner and it was wonderful! They have a vegan menu and the chef even greeted us. Amir, the..."

Nora Kaitis Klester

"An awesome dinner. The wait staff were kind and friendly. The ambiance was just right to have a conversations. For those who are gluten free, the..."

Patty Skudlarek- Worden

"The casual reincarnation of Seasons, Allium is a fine restaurant in its own right. Not only are the dinners excellent, but I can recommend the..."

David Stejkowski

"Wow my sister and I were in to the city for a girls weekend. And my stay got extended an extra night. And we ran across this amazing restaurant. She..."

Tabitha Lynn Osman

"Amazing staff and service every time we come and thank you for so many vegan options that are always..."

Karen Kroll

"Quiet and elegant, with excellent food and..."

Richard L. Rapp

"Nice ambiance with seats overlooking Michigan Avenue. Food was good and enjoyed the quiet atmosphere. Service is excellent with a very attentive..."

Esther Hardy

"Absolutely amazing with really unique twists on the menu! It's become my new go-to for lunch in the..."

Michelle Balaz

"It was a great experience. The food and the service were great! Presentation is everything . My husband took me here for my birthday; it was very..."

Sonya Jones

"Favorite hotel, favorite place to eat. Love..."

Deanna Benedetto Butkovich

"Loved what I saw..."

Hector Rivera

"Absolutely unbelievable experience from the moment you walk..."

Christopher Dabek

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Xica Da Siva Silva

"The food was excellent! Deliciously detailed dishes. My salmon was perfectly prepared! The service was stellar. Everyone was so attentive and..."

Laura Ockel

"Before coming out to Chicago I watches a video on the many Hot Dogs of the area and I was giddy to see that this restaurant in the Four Seasons hotel..."

mike olsen

"I was there last Thursday with my friend, we had dinner pairing with wine for Chef series: Chef Murray and chef Gaytan did a wonder job for creating..."

Natty's Pantry

"Friendly easy going staff, not crowded, nice high rise view, and of course good food. Went here because of the review on Chicago Eater, top 15 dog..."

alan "awesome" van looveren

"Steaks are well made, desert is very tasty. Mahi-mahi salad is good and..."

Wuliao Hao

"food we got (charcuterie, broccolini, chicken, lamb) wasn’t as salty as we expected (read: great thing) but it was all very tender and good...."

Richard Chang

"The octopus, halibut, and dessert were phenomenal, and plating is..."

Michelle Gullett

"One of few Favorite places in the city. Located at the Four Seasons hotel they pride themselves in making everything from scratch. They have a really..."

Bartosz Surowka

"YUM. This was not our dinner plan. We stopped for a drink, and our 3 year old demanded to stay and she apparently has better taste. The duck was..."

Kyle McCartney

"Really good. Enter the Four Seasons hotel lobby. Take the elevator to the lobby level. Go past the front desks and you are there. First, the room..."

Gretchen Dziadosz

"Great service, good concept (farm to table) but good not quite up to where it should be. Very kid friendly, had both breakfast and dinner there. We..."

王浩禾

"One of our favorite hidden-gems in Chicago! We're locals but love any reason to stop by for an extraordinary cocktail and super-fairly-priced bar..."

Gina Rossi

"We really enjoyed dining here. It's a high quality eating experience. The selections on the menu were unique and interesting and the food on the..."

Kevin K

"One of my favorite restaurants in Chicago! Such tasty food – this is so much more than simply a hotel restaurant. Love how cozy the bar area is in..."

Amber Gibson

"It is a casual/fun/trendy place for quick drink, or romantic hangout. Food is more like bar food, little bit salty..but good. wouldn't go for..."

Grace Joh

"I was treated to lunch here recently, and I have to say the experience was unique. As a gardener, a "farm-to-table" restaurant theme doesn't really..."

Ramon Gonzalez

Bongo Room

"Excellent large portions of breakfast and the fastest service of all time! The veggie croissant is enormous and the basil mayo is delicious. Most..."

Ivana Chen

"We went here in February 2017. After hearing rave reviews I was expecting a little better. The white chocolate caramel pretzel pancakes weren't hot..."

Jaime Bowden

"It was crowded but we only waited about 10 minutes for a table. The service was good and fast. We never had to search for our server he was always..."

Stacii Hill

"Love this place! Everything was really good, but I especially liked the potatoes... a great use of spices indeed. Also, the tea list is killer... all..."

Skywolf

"Ate the Breakfast Burrito, my friend had two eggs with bacon and we shared a lemon blueberry pancake. The food was delicious! Our server was great..."

Ebony Jones

"Great brunch joint. The food is really good, if you get there a bit earlier (within an hour or two of open?) the wait isn't too bad. Highly recommend..."

Larry J

"Always my absolute favorite breakfast place in Chicago. I have been going here for years, have never had a bad meal - everything on the menu is..."

Reggie Jonaitis

"A good breakfast and lunch spot that isn't a chain. I had a Denver omlette with food home fries. Intelligencia coffee. Could have sat there for an..."

David Schwartz

"Loved this place!! The place was packed so my wife and I had to wait 20 minutes (exactly how long the concierge told us it would be). We eventually..."

Francesco M. Berti

"I went to Bongo Room wanting to try their sweet dessert-like brunch items. I ordered the Meyer Lemon and Blackberry pancakes and they were..."

Cindy C

Wildberry Pancakes And Cafe

89/100 (33243 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

"Great experience here and will definitely be back! We waited around 20 minutes to be seated at 9am on a Saturday which we were very pleased..."

Jasmine Koh

"This was such a nice breakfast spot. We had a plethora of options and all were delicious. I was so pleased with the generous portions and the quality..."

Heidi Schon

"I would go every morning on my trip to Chicago is how much I loved their breakfast! First place we tried on our visit and it did not disappoint. We..."

Jada Cox

"This place definitely lives up to the hype. I got the classic Signature Berry Bliss Crepes and they were to die for. I usually end up with leftovers..."

Jen Woodrum

"It's super crowded due to their famous and high ratings, however, I'd like to point out that although they are nice and friendly, I still felt like ..."

孫紹庭（Shao-Ting Sun）

"Delightful (but crowded) breakfast spot. TL:DR You will wait for a table here, and it's worth the wait! Delicious omelettes, pancakes, skillet..."

Peter K

"It's a great place to have breakfast, and if you’re a big breakfast eater, this is the place to do it. The servers were nice and friendly. Also,..."

Leonardo Boan

"Fun place for a hearty breakfast just north of Millennium Park. We arrived about 10:30 am on a weekday; no wait to be seated. My husband enjoyed a..."

Elyse W

"The Mexicana Skillet was SO FREAKING GOOD!!! I would come back for that magical food :0) Their signature Berry Bliss pancakes were amazing as..."

Jessica You

"Amazing food and fast service. The line can be very long during peak hours, so be prepared for that. There was no line during my 9am breakfast, but..."

Brandon

Mindy's Bakery

89/100 (3323 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

"Every now and then, you come across a new restaurant or bakery that completely exceeds all of your wildest expectations. You go into the experience..."

Brandon

"Fabulous! Great bakery with sweet and savory. Line moves quickly. Coffees and teas available. Bagels, cookies , savory sandwich-type offerings. Not..."

Kimberly Martin

"Worth a visit both for hot chocolate and bakery part. There might be some queue though. Get ready for the Minimum 10minutes waiting time at..."

Alper Ekmekçi

"5 stars all the way. I’ve had Mindy’s on my list for a long time but because I don’t live in the neighborhood it just hasn’t happened. Today..."

Hans Schmidt

"There were very interesting flavor options for the savory viennoiserie and the execution was great. The dough base was solid but the flavor is where..."

Samuel Filmeyer

"September 2022 we learned about the existence of Mindy's Bakery. We live near the Wisconsin border and don't go to Chicago often. Plus their usual..."

simplysoniasworld

"Our new favorite bakery - love this spot. Lines out the door so be prepared to wait. Wait is worth it. The pastries are divine. Homemade good..."

alyson marie

"Got the lemon blueberry danish and the almond croissant for my partner. Both delish. Fair prices given the portions and appreciate that there..."

Sam D.

"The line was out the door and there is a good reason for it. There is no a very limited space to stand indoor and max out at about 8 people to eat by..."

Lucy Liu

"One of my favorite Chicago bakeries with the best staff in town. The bagels and banana yum yum cake keep me coming back way too often. The line moves..."

Chelsea DiCaprio

"The bakes are quite good, but a little overpriced compared to other similar or higher quality bakeries in Chicago. It can be very busy specially..."

Diana Mendez

"The twice baked almond croissant tastes like a kiss from a holy cherub - baked to perfection with the perfect soft to crunch ratio. The chive and..."

Jack Scaletta

"Recommend: enjoyed a hot chocolate and their take on twix bar. Both tasted amazing and all their bakery looked great. I will certainly stop by to try..."

S. D.

"Don't be disheartened by the wait, it's SO worth it once you get inside those doors. It's warm inside and the ambiance makes you feel comfortable and..."

Nikhil D'Mello

"The BEST bakery in Chicago! Mindy and her team bake every savory and sweet pastry fresh daily. They have two bakes - one in the morning and one right..."

Hardik Sodhani

"My favorite Chicago bakery!! Everything is so delicious! The vegan banana bread is a..."

Kayla Burton

"Found my new favourite bakery in Chicago! There is a line out the door and now we know why. We had a bialy with onion and cream cheese, which was..."

Manu G

"Hot chocolate here is absolutely amazing. Very rich. You can probably share a cup of with a friend or two. I had the hash for breakfast and it’s..."

Mark Moreno

Jam

Wheelchair Accessible

"Most unique breakfast to you could possibly get. The menu is limited but offbeat and everything we tried seemed perfectly done. The food tasted great..."

abhijeet patil

"Was a “foodie” recommendation and after trying it I can see why. We ate breakfast here and had the waffle of the day and eggs Benedict. The..."

Nate Rock

"Nice place for brunch. Innovative menu including new variations on traditional themes. Fantastic Bloody Mary, good spice and full flavor. Braised..."

Joe Roznai

"Phenomenal spot. After running a 10k we decided to go celebrate. We started with the chai, pecan cinnamon rolls that were delicious. I then had the..."

David Gonzalez

"Really great food! I had the friend chicken on a waffle and the chicken was GREAT! Really cute restaurant with an industrial feel. I tried the Peach..."

Rebeca Tovar

"The freaking french toast I had here still haunts me because of how good it was. I think it had rhubarb in it??? I can’t even remember and that’s..."

Taylor Hughes

"Good tasty food. Chicken & waffles is the way to go. The Pork belly looked and smelled delicious, that's something I need to look into next time. The..."

Gin Yu

"Spectacular presentation on every dish that came out of the kitchen giving you a teaser to what you're about to experience in terms of flavor...."

Chris Bader

"This place was absolutely fantastic place for brunch, my fiance found it and we made the drive and was not disappointed, every dish was very well put..."

Alan De La Vega

"Pretty phenomenal brunch. Everyone loved everything they ordered. You have to try the French toast. It's practically liquid. A secret recipe that you..."

Benjamin Jacobi

"Great cocktails. Love the concise and curated menu. Everything pairs perfectly and wasn’t overwhelmed by too many options as at many other brunch..."

Christina Sterzel

"Absolutely delicious breakfast place. Perfect service. Opens early at 7am so perfect for early birds. Cant wait to try more from the..."

Eti Khang

"Sunday Brunch during a recent trip to Chicago. This was recommended by a buddy that lived down the street. He said he hadn't tried it yet so we..."

Andy S.

"This place is on trend, friendly and very cute. The food was good and conceptually imaginative but fell short in a few areas. The bread for the..."

Charlotte Buchanan

"Great service and cool looking place with lots of light. Good music and ambiance. It was really tasty for brunch and somewhat unique. Our server..."

Dan Ralston

"This is has been my favorite breakfast/brunch place for over 4 years and I go to a lot of them. Their Maple Custard French Toast are out of this..."

Josean Ortiz

"It was good restaurant. The carrot cake pancakes felt more like desert than a meal and the corned beef sandwich is not your traditional, more like a..."

Jerry C Thomas

Zed451

88/100 (5778 ratings)

"One of my favorite places to eat in Chicago. My coworkers and I have been going here for years. I love the style a variety of food. The duck with..."

Michael Lemke

"Had a great time at this place. Ended up being a part of Brunch Bites event where got to sample their Chicken and Waffles!!! Freaking amazing! Great..."

Torrance Anthony

"love this spot because they cook all of their meats in delicious ways! Also if you are expecting/pregnant, this place will serve you well. The..."

Natty's Pantry

"Meat, meat, and more meat! A delicious dinner all around. Normally I enjoy ZED451 for brunch, but occasionally do dinner her. Bottom sirloin is my..."

Emlyn D. Thomas

"Unbelievably friendly staff and unusually well timed Brazilian steakhouse. The servers were fantastic and had a great attitude, with a bonus of great..."

Stu MonChu

"Great Sunday Brunch Buffet. Fantastic variety of juicy succulent meats. Great salad and pasta bar also there was soup, eggs,bacon French toast and..."

Loretta Lee

"Loved the interior of the place. Was warm and cozy with the fireplace going, bar was old fashion with the bartender squeezing and using fresh fruit..."

Samantha Rockrohr

"This place is not 100% Brazilian...it does not look like a brazilian barbecue, however the food and meat is very good!! Drink is good as well,..."

Winicius Feitosa

"This all you can eat steak is wonderful. Overall great service, drinks, food. I will definitely be back. We went during restaurant week..."

Kay Sig

"The food was really good Drinks were great as well. I was hosting a bachelorette party so we wanted a rooftop location. Unfortunately, it rained and..."

Lacresha Cunningham

"Great service. Everyone here is lovely and so nice. The restaurant is gorgeous. Romantic, classy, great for big groups, date night or belly up to the..."

Jeanie Inglis

"OMG ... It was so amazing 🥗 buffet, but didn't know that the main dish would be so rich and fast to feel up. Could not forget the 🍷. It was a..."

Roni Nica

"Food was very good, but a special request for meats cooked to medium-well took over 45 minutes. Then one of the servers bringing around the meats, a..."

Lisa Ziegler

"I came here on a recommendation and boy did it deliver. Amazing food and very friendly servers. I almost want to move to Chicago to always eat this..."

nigel estick

"Food was timely, hot, and delicious! Our team dinner was a great success. Staff was courteous and friendly. If you like Fogo de Chao you'll love..."

Joy Proctor

"ZED451 is an AMAZING downtown Chicago food experience. This was my second time having dinner here and both times were fantastic. I do not have too..."

Daniel Jones

"Upscale steak 🥩 place. Too bad I was just there for some drinks with place. The ambiance of the places is just amazing, definitely will go again..."

Bhargava Krishna (Bar-Gav Krishh-Na)

"I went here with my girlfriend for her birthday. We had a nice time. First and foremost, the customer service was awesome. The waiter we had did a..."

LordDaniel Blalock

"This is a definite bright spot of the neighborhood. I have had several celebrations here. Mother’s Day, my Mother’s Birthday 🎂 etc. We’re..."

Tamme

Lula Cafe

88/100 (6075 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

"The wait may be an hour, but it is worth it! I went with a group of 5 for brunch and we all loved our meals. I got the shakshuka and it was a perfect..."

Maria Ritten

"Lula is such an amazing place! The ingredients are good, super fresh and the dishes are so unique. I love how everything is creative even when it’s..."

Sophia Winkler-Schor (Sophia Winkler)

"Sometimes places are over-hyped. Lula is not one of those. The meals are well balanced, just right, and everything you want. I will be dreaming of..."

Rebecca C

"I had a wonderful brunch experience at Lula Cafe. The cozy ambiance and attentive staff created a welcoming atmosphere. Although the PASTA..."

Mila's Table

"Hands down my favorite restaurant in Chicago. Incredible food, presentation, and portions. Super cool, friendly, and chill staff. Cute, warm, homey..."

Nicolas C

"Nice and busy location. May have a wait, so don’t expect to just arrive and be seated, have patience. I only had the pancakes, which were delicious..."

Niki Turley

"Fantastic gem of a place that stands out in spite of all the other amazing spots in the Logan square area. The restaurant has a very cute ambiance..."

Anand Rangarathnam

"Really enjoyed brunch at the bar here. It was super crowded Saturday morning, but got two seats at the bar and enjoyed ourselves. The service was..."

Tom Zeien

"Cooking is delicate & well done. Friendly & attentive service. Large dining room & nice patio, gets very busy on weekends. 👍 paparadelli: al dente..."

Robin Hong

"We really loved the place! The food was so tasty and the combination of flavours was spot on. While we were full, we had to have dessert which..."

Jenny Vafeiadou

Yolk - Streeterville

88/100 (4705 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

"Daniel was our server, and he was really awesome. He put up with my humor which I really appreciate. The food here is pretty darn good I have to..."

Hope Wills

"I loved the options to get smaller portions of food, which was delicious. While the waitress did say the macchiato wasn't like a Starbucks one - it..."

Dawn Balak

"This place is wonderful! The hubby and I shared the 5 egg omelette. Delish and fast. Coffee was on the table right away and my chai latte was one..."

Laurie Reilly

"Very creative menu. Drink is kind of small. Main dish is big serving. Cheese grits is creamy and tasty. Smoke salmon scramble needs more..."

Betty Chen

"We found our favorite breakfast spot in chicago. First time here, and we loved the food. The service was amazing. The cappuccino was good. We ordered..."

JSA_92

"One the best (if not the best, actually Wildberry Pancakes is the only competition) breakfast/brunch place in Chicago. Awesome food, great customer..."

Asad Jahangir (Lion)

"With colder days ahead, every single meal fills you up right to tackle the long Chicago day lol. The skillets and scramble dishes have eggs of..."

Andrew Lentini

"Food was great! Had. Breakfast there. Sat us quickly. Enjoyed the custom lattes very much. Overall..."

Ted Skull

"Stopped by for Saturday Brunch on a 3 day visit of Chicago. Overall, a solid pick for a quicker brunch for an on-the-go schedule. There was around 30..."

Julian T.

"I had the country skillet and it was mostly potatos (70-80%); they could just call it a potato skillet. I was expecting a little more protein; but it..."

abelardo contreras

"Got off the plane and had to wait to check in and we found this place. The food was excellent. The people were great. We were seated instantly on a..."

Jazmin Wambugu

"“Yolk Restaurant exceeded my expectations! The vibrant atmosphere, attentive staff, and, most importantly, the delectable menu made for an..."

Shaik Mohd Rizwan

"Great place for brunch. I really like how they have options for smaller portions. The red velvet French toast was great paired with a..."

Raymond Lin

"Located near Shirley Ryan Ability Labs, it's a great breakfast spot ! Totally love their Ironman breakfast. 5 egg whites and veggies with a side of..."

Sabrina Rosli

"This was great and the food was fantastic. Our waiter Israel didn't miss a beat and was very friendly. A great place for breakfast/brunch in downtown..."

James Clements

"It's worth the walk from our hotel. Huge menu. Large portions. Fast and friendly service. Great with children. Everything was amazing. Prices..."

Shelly Gibbon

"After learning about Yolk on the news, I was eager to give it a try, and I must say, it did not disappoint. During my first visit, I ordered the "the..."

Jabari Slater

"The location in streeterville is extremely convenient, and I would recommend arriving earlier in the day as it can get crowded reasonably..."

Bob Riots

The Original Pancake House

88/100 (4929 ratings)

Sourdough French Toast

Strawberry French Toast

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Eggs and Bacon and Pancakes

Corned Beef

Apple Pancake Breakfast

Waffle Con Blueberry Muy Bueno

Wheelchair Accessible

"awesome! went here twice while in town for the marathon. everything was good and quick. very diner feel. You get to choose if you want 3 pancakes..."

Arthur Chin

"If you're used to have breakfast (substantial breakfast, not just coffee and some bread/bagel) before 11 a.m. and you're in or near the magnificent..."

Rogelio Del Toro

"We've eaten here two days of our vacation (so far). The western skillet, the veggie skillet, the Santa Fe omelette, and the build-your-own skillet..."

M

"Best Gold Coast breakfast spot. Open until around 3pm. Outside seating are is great but it might have little more waiting time. Plates are around..."

Alper Ekmekçi

"This place you better be hungry you get a lot of great food. I would prefer a little less and not as expensive, but I have no complaints. I feel we..."

Kevin B

"Great location. Friendly atmosphere. The wait line to get a table can appear very long, but moves fast. Staff are accommodating. Food is always good..."

Jac W.

"Very good service, friendly staff and foods are just delicious. Recommended for..."

Rustam Effendie

"Amazing Pancakes! One of the best pancakes I’ve ever had and the crepes too. Cute little place, excellent food and great service. Only downside is..."

Niv P

"One of the best places we had breakfast in Chicago. The menu was huge the prices were reasonable The service was fantastic and the food was..."

Bert Goro

"Love the Original Pancake House. Been to six different locations in four states. The service was great. Love the coffee and fresh squeezed OJ . ..."

Neil Hertzman

"If you are looking for an American breakfast place in Chicago, I recommend this place. Pancakes were fabulous. In the summer, lovely atmosphere/..."

Jens Werner

"Bustling breakfast spot that knows what it’s strengths are. Pancakes were fluffy, light, and tasty. I got the pigs in a blanket, which are pancake..."

Rishi G

"Best breakfast spot ever. We made this our breakfast spot to go to whilein chicago. I know there are many more places. But everything was..."

Latrice

"Warm, welcoming spot for a good breakfast. The pancakes—not surprisingly—were light, fluffy, and delicious. I was a visitor, but it seemed like..."

Cathy S

"Food is very tasty and obviously the pancakes are classic. Been coming here for years and slowly the prices have been rising and portions getting to..."

Andy Alpern

Whisk

"If you're a Parks and Recs fan...THIS PLACE IS AMAZING. A Ron Swanson themed restaurant is just what the world and every person needs. My friends..."

A. R.

"This places is BYOB so we took 3 bottles and bought some freshly squeezed orange juice which was amazing. Menu sounded a bit weird at first, but..."

Juliana St. John

"This place has been on my list for a long time. Stopped by here for lunch and had to wait almost an hour. If you plan on coming here expect a wait at..."

ronen braver

"I love Whisk. I live close by so I come often. It's cash only which is tad annoying, but not major. 1 star off because they only have pork gravy and..."

Shereen Mo

"Very good experience and the food was absolutely delicious. The southern chicken sandwich is definitely not to be passed over. Will definitely be..."

Clinton Allen

"This place is fantastic. Great breakfast, great service. Prices are pretty decent and had a great experience at the community table. The breakfast..."

BR Neal

"If you're a fan of the show parks and recreation or breakfast food any time of day, this place is for you. It's a small but busy diner with plenty of..."

A F

"Went for brunch with family and sat at the community table, which wasn't bad. It's BYOB so we brought our own champagne, and purchased their fresh..."

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