50 Best Breakfast Restaurants in Chicago

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

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

“Lou Mitchell's absolutely lives up to its reputation. The restaurant has a classic diner feel—bustling, full of conversation, and a fun, energetic atmosphere. Even though it was busy, the host was organized and efficient, and we were seated quickly.

Our waiter was friendly and attentive, and the food arrived hot with generous portion sizes. The grilled cheese was outstanding, with perfectly buttery, crisp bread and gooey melted cheese. The open-faced Reuben was loaded with thinly sliced meat and full of flavor. No fatty bits either. Everything was fresh, satisfying, and exactly what you'd hope for from a classic Chicago diner.

If you're looking for a lively breakfast or lunch spot with great service and hearty food, Lou Mitchell's is definitely worth a visit.“

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

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

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

“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!“

“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.“

“On top of the food being amazing, Tito Larry and Tita Ruby treat you like family. As soon as I walked in the door, I was treated as if I was coming home from a long day.

Had the pork belly adobo and it was perfect with the atsara. Ask for extra vinegar on the side for the full experience!“

“Very friendly and excellent service, highly recommended.“

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

“We came straight from the airport and had several hours before we could check into our Airbnb. We found this spot online and decided to take a chance, and we’re glad that we did.

The best thing I can say about this place is that they were very accommodating and had an extremely kind staff. We had luggage with us and were basically killing time before check-in, and they made us feel completely comfortable.

A great local spot and perfect for breakfast. Definitely glad we found it.“

“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.“

“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“

“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!“

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

“Absolutely recommend & will definitely be back. Such a cute little brunch spot with the kindest staff. The French toast flight was so flavorful & some of the best I’ve had! The chicken & waffles were also spot on with true flavor & cooked as they should be. Everything was fresh, delicious, and adorable“

“Food and service is a 10/10“

“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.“

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

“This small, friendly neighborhood spot has amazing food. You might not even notice City Bear Cafe driving by, but if you are looking for a delicious meal in a down to earth, comfortable environment, check it out! The homemade salsa and breakfast potatoes are excellent. I had the breakfast burrito and loved it. My son had the nutella waffle, which had tons of fruit and whipped cream. Everything was great. We will come back soon.“

“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.“

“Been here a few times, good every time. The name's not a lie, I think the pancakes are the best parts.
Portion sizes are more than sufficient, and I have never had to wait too long for food to arrive.
Shoutout to one server Cordell, who was excellent.“

“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.“

“Wow am I glad this place opened. Fried Egg Cafe has been delicious pretty much every time I’ve been, but the portions are also incredibly generous for the price relative to spots with a comparable quality and breadth. Staff are always incredibly friendly and helpful, and food arrives very quickly. I’m always a fan of shakshouka and theirs is fantastic. The sassy eggs are also a must have.“

“Spenny as expected for the area, but no actual complaints about the food. The opposite in fact, I was quite impressed. We were also waiting for a while for a friend before ordering food and the waitress was so lovely about it and was happy for us to stay even though we offered to leave and come back.

Would recommend if you're looking for a good brunch spot anywhere in the centre of the city, but be prepared to remortgage your house if you're going.“

“Steak 'n Egger down in Pilsen is the absolute definition of a classic Chicago diner. We rolled in way past midnight for some late breakfast and grabbed two stools right at the counter. I ordered the standard steak and eggs with a massive side of crispy hash browns and a black coffee. The cook was working the flat top right in front of us and had our food out insanely fast. The whole place has that perfect vintage energy.“

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

“Pauline’s is one of Chicago’s beloved neighborhood breakfast institutions, where generous portions, warm hospitality, and classic American comfort food have kept locals coming back for years. From fluffy pancakes and hearty omelets to their famous Pauline’s potatoes, every meal is made to satisfy. With its charming, eclectic atmosphere and welcoming, family owned feel, Pauline’s proves that great breakfasts are about more than just the food they’re about creating a place that feels like home. ☕🥞🍳“

“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.“

“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!“

“Heard so much about this Chicago institution, but it was quite loud and crowded during the weekend rush. The food was pretty good, and the service kept up despite the chaos. It's a lively scene, though perhaps not the relaxing meal I'd hoped for.“

“Came here for the first time for dinner with a friend and was pleasantly surprised. Everything you want from a diner: unpretentious, breakfast classics (available all day) that are delicious and priced right. Leo was on point with the food and service! I enjoyed sitting at the bar and being able to watch him work his magic. The burgers he was cooking up for his other customers looked fabulous. Definitely coming back!“

“City cafe is a hidden gem. It’s a family owned and run cafe…the stuff you love to see. Old school chicago cubs themed diner! all the food is excellent and made to order. Fluffy eggs and pancakes…I cant wait to try more things on the menu.

A must try for anyone in the neighborhood and beyond!“

“You will love it. Greatest omelettes ever“

“Good food, highly recommend“

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

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

“absolutely delicious breakfast! yall the hashbrowns were Crispy underneath the skillet!! if you’re a skillet enjoyer as i am you know that’s rare. & Nicole was a pleasure to have as a server. i recommend everything about this place!“

“Great atmosphere and best Greek omelet ever!!“

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

“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“

“Great food, great location!! 🍳☕️“

“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!“

“It wasn’t a far walk from the Sheraton Hotel where we was staying at“

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

“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.“

“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.“

“The breakfast was excellent. Pancakes, omelet, hashbrowns…cooked to perfection! Friendly staff and great service and prices.“