50 Best Breakfast Restaurants in Chicago

“This was such a great place for us! From the moment we arrived, the staff made us feel very welcome and pleasant. Our lunch arrived promptly, was served hot, and was great. The entire area has a cozy, joyful vibe. We had a great time and are forward to go again soon!“

“We stopped in today on a tip and what a delicious treat! Highly recommend!“

“Food was amazing and prepared with care. Meinl Coffee is a huge plus! We will return.“

“Great food and great service. I will be back for sure.“

“Went today for the first time. Food was fresh, generous portions, priced right and tasted amazing. I ordered Breakfast Quesadilla. The homemade salsa had some heat to it. Bacon cooked perfect. Best OJ I’ve had in a while. I’ll definitely be back Keep up the great work“

“Food is all homemade ... chilliques are so good with red sauce To die for... The burgers are HUGe.... so delicious.... the fries are like no others and I personally never order fries. So they have to be good.... I did substitute the salad for the fries and was blown away how tasty it was... I mean I'm talking salad right!! Please come visit this beautiful restaurant and tast the real homemade goodness.“

“I cannot put into words how wonderful, hospitable and welcoming this place is. I was welcomed in by the owner Samantha, young respectful young lady, she took my order she made me feel at home. I felt as though I was eating brunch at my Abuelita’s home. Thank you Samantha and family for the warm welcome- the red chilaquiles and cafe de olla we’re phenomenal and I will be sure to be back with my babies and husband! I mentioned to Samantha I was treating myself for my birthday and she brought out a cinnamon role with a candle meant the world to me!“

“Very friendly and excellent service, highly recommended.“

“Lovely family owned business. Servers were very attentive and great to make conversation with if you’re interested. Food was great, portions were filling, $50 (w/ tip) for two adults and a teen. Overall great experience, reminded me of what I thought iHop was when I was younger!“

“One of my favourite breakfast spot! They have grits!!“

“Great brew!! Pancakes were the bomb!!“

“Food and service is a 10/10“

“Adorable place!! Food was delicious and the server was great!! Would definitely recommend! 5 stars ⭐️“

“Thank you Laz for such an amazing breakfast! We were very impressed with all the food and of course you coming out and speaking with us was just an awesome experience!“

“The food here is always great. It's good that the flavors are consistent and the staff are beautiful people. The owner and his family create such a wonderful inviting experience. I'm glad this is one of my top favorites places in my community. Highly recommend.“

“This is a cute old-fashioned looking diner! The food was great and pretty affordable. Chunky is the best - it’s been a long time since I’ve had a server go so above and beyond to provide a good experience. Make sure you go when she’s working!“

“I loved this place! The Cinnamon Roll Waffles and the Ham and Cheese Omelette were absolutely amazing! The staff was great as well. I will definitely go back when I'm in town again.“

“This place is awesome.. everything is wonderful here. you definitely won't be disappointed.“

“The staff are so kind and welcoming and the food and coffee are delicious. I had the yuca pulled pork skillet w/cheddar cheese and avocado and I will definitely be back! Highly recommend their green salsa to top off your dish too. Spicy and flavorful 👌🏽“

“I loved this place! The Cinnamon Roll Waffles and the Ham and Cheese Omelette were absolutely amazing! The staff was great as well. I will definitely go back when I'm in town again.“

“My friends and I, had breakfast here today and the service was awesome. I was seated quickly, and had many items, to choose from on their menu. The waiter was super nice and friendly and checked on us a few times to see if we needed anything. The ambiance was great, the food was fresh and a lot of it. I took my leftovers home. Thank you Dem and staff for a GREAT service. Take care“

“This place had pretty yummy food. i got a peach crepe that was really good, maybe a little bit too sweet. my mother got a really good avocado toast.

the service was a little slow. we were sitting outside, and the waiters wouldn’t check up on us very often at all. besides that, our waitress was nice. my cousin ordered pecan pancakes, but because of my cousins accent the waitress thought she said bacon pancakes, and brought those. she was quick to bring the replacement pancakes.

my only big problem was the bees. there were SO MANY bees. 🐝 as soon as our food arrived the started coming to our table and swarming. they went on our food too. they wouldn’t go away. keep this in mind if you want to sit outside.“

“I can’t comment on what I don’t know but I do know that the food is delicious and the service is wonderful! The restaurant is very cozy and clean. I recommend either location! I have never been disappointed.“

“Come hungry! Great good, great atmosphere, phenomenal staff and service and an easy to get to location via walking in off the streets. Food is stellar and comes out hot and fast, coffee is that good good diner style, you know it’s been on all morning but it’s hot and it’s good.“

“Veggie fajitas were fresh and delicious. Everyone in our party of 6, enjoyed their meal. Great graduation breakfast.“

“We ordered take out. Our wait for delivery was an hour. The food was cold. We did not receive syrup, butter, napkins or silverware. One order was missing the grits. One order was missing the potatoes. The potatoes that were delivered were under cooked and the onions and peppers topping them are raw. For $70+ we expected better.“

“Wow, this place is AMAZING? Great service, hopping atmosphere, and every single one of our dishes were delicious. We will be making this establishment a regular breakfast place during our Chicago visits! Food ordered was: Breakfast burrito Croissant Sandwich Buttermilk pancakes with a side of crispy bacon!“

“Don's. If you've ever had Waffle House, this is the closest I've found to it in Chi. Great food, great service. It's a bit tight, they only have about 12-15 barstool seats, but it's never been an issue, never had to wait.

Patty melt and hash browns with chili and gravy on top every time ❤️“

“I was a steady customer but will not be returning to this establishment again. Today I asked to sit in a booth and James, the owner said "We're too busy to sit one person in a "big" booth. (I was the only one waiting for a table.) So the waitress wanted me to sit at a table. The "big" booth seats 4. The table they wanted me to sit at also seats 4. The only difference is the booth doesn't hurt my back like the hard chairs do. I'm dying of cancer, which James is aware of, I have enough pain I don't need any more by sitting on hard chairs. Well he won't have to worry about being so "busy" to let someone have some comfort he's got one less patron. I'm done with this place.“

“Kazka City Cafe is a hidden gem! The brunch menu is creative and full of flavor, and everything feels fresh and homemade. The coffee is excellent, and the staff is welcoming and attentive. The atmosphere is cozy and perfect for a relaxed morning or afternoon. Prices are reasonable for the quality. Highly recommend for anyone looking for a great brunch spot in the city!“

“Sumptuous egg omellete , I will highly recommend. Thanks for the good breakfast“

“Pauline’s is amazing. I appreciate the staffs and managers kindness to me even though I have autism and their food is amazing and really good. Owner Chad is very nice. The restaurant is in good condition. Great French bread pudding. Must come back. 10/10.“

“After my mom’s doctor’s appointment, we hit up Stax Cafe for breakfast since it came recommended. The vibe was cool—simple but nice. I walked in ready to find something to talk about, but they didn’t give me any real issues.

I was about to complain about the coffee prices, especially if I added flavor or non-dairy milk. Instead, I stuck with cream and sugar, and honestly? The coffee was fire. Didn’t need anything extra.

Both my mom and I ordered skillets, and they were on point. I tried to find at least one thing wrong, but the food was solid. Only thing I’d suggest is bumping the skillets up to three eggs instead of two. Besides that, everything was great.

The hostess was sweet, and our server—pretty sure his name was Frank—was amazing. His section was near the restrooms; we were seated up front near the end door. Nov. 24th. I’d definitely recommend Stax Cafe.“

“The food and the services is amazing! Will always be one of my favorite spots to eat!“

“You will love it. Greatest omelettes ever“

“The staff was incredibly friendly and the environment was lovely and laid back. The dinner was wonderful and the service was cheerful and efficient. Everything was fresh and well-prepared, and portions were ample. It's the ideal location for a laid-back evening out or a casual supper. I will most certainly return the next time I'm in the area; I heartily suggest it to anyone searching for delicious meals in a welcoming setting!“

“My friends and I, had breakfast here today and the service was awesome. I was seated quickly, and had many items, to choose from on their menu. The waiter was super nice and friendly and checked on us a few times to see if we needed anything. The ambiance was great, the food was fresh and a lot of it. I took my leftovers home. Thank you Dem and staff for a GREAT service. Take care“

“heaven on earth amazing birria i would sell my soul to keep this place around forever“

“We stumbled upon Flying Saucer while visiting Chicago and are glad we did. The food is excellent and the atmosphere is fun with nice indoor and outdoor seating options. The staff were friendly, helpful and on top of it. This is the type of restaurant I wish I had in my neighborhood. If you’re in the area it’s a must visit.“

“Unique experience. Right portioned and so taste! Very non traditional menu and superb environment.“

“Great atmosphere and best Greek omelet ever!!“

“When they first opened, I read some bad reviews and decided not to go. A year later, I happened to walk by and finally gave it a try, and to my surprise, after one sandwich I ordered a second, and even took a third to go! The food was amazing. 🤤🤤🤤
Never believe bad reviews! I only regret not coming here sooner.“

“Best stuffed French toast ever! The owners are hand on and very hospitable. They close at 2pm, so make sure you time your visit early.“

“Savanna Restaurant is a fantastic new brunch spot in the neighborhood, with friendly employees, delicious food, and a relaxing atmosphere.“

“Very good Food but very expensive for the food they make need to lower the price and make it affordable“

“Good food and bevs; love sitting in the dining room when the sliding windows are opened to the outside. Pleasant staff always improves the experience. check it out!“

“What a shame you didn’t offer anything for Veterans. They should’ve been entitled to a free breakfast. I’ll think twice about going back to this restaurant.“

“This place is so cute! It is a diner's diner with all the nostalgia of Waffle House and NONE of the regrets! The fries were REALLY GOOD! Thin and firm with just the right amount of little crunchy ones. No stink eye at bringing in a kid (there are even high chairs and lollipops at the till). This is my new favorite“

“The potatoes were soooooo good. The best I’ve had in a very long time. The chicken sand which was very flavorful“