28 Best Diners in Chicago

“50th birthday brunch! Great service and great food!“

“Great service and delicious food;)“

“This is an adorable diner with great food. I am an omnivore, but I thought their Country Benedict was very good. They do give you the option of eggs or tofu. I went with eggs and they were perfectly cooked. I also tried the French toast sticks and they were delicious. The service was friendly and efficient.“

“Eleven City Diner is one of those places that feels like a Chicago institution. The first time you walk in, it looks smaller than it actually is, but don't be fooled. There's plenty of seating upstairs, and the whole place has a fun old-school diner vibe that's getting harder and harder to find these days.

We've stopped here before Bears games for breakfast more than once, and the food is always outstanding. If you're a breakfast person, you really can't go wrong. Everything comes out hot, fresh, and in portions that will keep you full for hours. The waitstaff has always been friendly, attentive, and welcoming.

While the breakfast menu is excellent, the deli side of the menu is just as good. The corned beef sandwiches are legendary, the pastrami is fantastic, and the fries are some of my favorite in the city. The matzo ball soup is also worth ordering if you're in the mood for comfort food. ([Choose Chicago][1])

One of my favorite parts of Eleven City is all the nostalgic candy and old-fashioned treats they sell. It's like stepping back in time, and you'll probably find something you haven't seen since you were a kid.

No, this isn't fancy dining. It's classic diner and deli food done exceptionally well. Sometimes that's exactly what you want. If you're looking for a place with huge portions, great sandwiches, excellent breakfasts, and a lot of character, Eleven City Diner is an easy recommendation. Parking can be brutal before Bears games but worth the trip if you can find parking. Take the red line and make your life easier. We have been yelled at by the owner for being there for 45+ minutes before so steer clear of that guy!“

“My wife and I had a "terrible"y great time this morning for breakfast. Roxy and Ziggy really gave the best experience. The food was great, portions were big, almost as big as the personalities of the staff. They really know how to throw down in this place, napkins, condiments, straws, food, etc. I loved going while they were a little slower to really get the full imersive experience. Thick skin and a big stomach are requirements to enjoy yourself. Truly an experience you need to do at least once. Think Dick's last resort with actual good food. The more you give them the more they give you😉 On a serious note though, they do a great job with allergy awareness, and take it very serious which is a good feeling. P.S. - The window sill pickles are indeed just real pickles someone left there, and not decor, I don't recommend touching them.... but i hope Ziggy had a good afternoon snack🤣🤣“

“I loved it. Have been passing by this place since over a decade ago and never had the time. By coincidence I checked it out a few days ago and I ordered a double cheeseburger with onion rings and it was delicious! I also had a chilli which I recommend if you’re into dips! Very good service. Modest prices.“

“Excellent spot for breakfast with healthy (and delicious) options, strong coffee, and courteous and responsive service. Warm diner setting with option to pay online (QR code on check). The avocado toast with side salad was an excellent meal I most recently had - hit the spot to start my day strong.“

“good food and good service“

“Terrific food, great service and wonderful hospitality! Lucky to have this gem in my neighborhood! PS...dont forget to try the Milkshakes!“

“The food was good but the service was meh. We had to tell the waiter to several times to bring silverware, cream, napkins etc. They were not that busy it seems like they were not organized im still waiting on a spoon for my grits, I ended up using the same spoon that I used to stir my coffee.“

“Fantastic breakfast, amazing service food was great 👍“

“This place has an awesome menu! We were on vacation and stumbled upon this gem. It was a humid 90+ degrees outside and our meals came with soup, which sounded horrible, but oh man did it hit the spot. I wish I lived nearby during the winter. I would be there daily!“

“A hidden Gem. Delicious and satisfying.

I happened across Eggy’s while walking to Wildberry and seeing it packed with people waiting outside, knew it must be good.

I took a seat at the bar and went with the server’s recommendation of Chilaquiles. It did not disappoint although I’ll add an extra egg next time.

Great service and everything that came out looked amazing. I wish I’d taken a picture of the French Toast con Leche the girl next to me ordered. It looked Devine.“

“I haven't been in this long time restaurant many years. this restaurants been around for decades. the food is always really good in here. they're nice people that work in here. you have a huge menu of items to choose from. it's a nice atmosphere in there. this place is located in a vibrant neighborhood. you have a lot of public transportation options to choose from. the 36 Broadway is real close. other bus routes or the 77 Belmont bus the number 8 Halsted and a few others.“

“OMG - what a great place! We tried corned beef hash, pulled pork hash, pancakes, and chipped beef. All delicious and for me - best pulled pork ever. Plus super friendly staff and patrons. My new weekly spot“

“Words really cannot explain how charming this place is. It is something out of a time machine. The food is absolutely perfect diner fare. The prices cannot be beat. And Helen, the proprietor and chef and everything else, is simply a national treasure. Her story is the American story. If you are even close, you must stop in.“

“Went and had an amazing blt with bacon Mac n cheese!“

“Incredible family experience. My family has been coming for over 20 years. Not only is the service and the family that runs this restaurant impeccable, but the food is delicious the prices are very fair and it is such a kind warm atmosphere. Truly an incredible restaurant I hope more people give it a try!“

“NICE PLACE relax everyone relax me“

“Brilliant breakfast, great service and very friendly staff. Thanks to all the staff, Merry Christmas to you.“

“está chingón el pollo.y el arroz .“

“Love they Tacos.... And will always Love them. Been to a lot of different Taco restaurant's but still haven't come across one that better then Bella's. And the Papa who owns the place is so Adorable and super friendly I just Love him Best Steak Tacos Every“

“Had amazing food here. I came from Florida and I was supposed to go back on Saturday but it got canceled due to a snowstorm. Finding this place was the blessing in disguise. The food was fantastic, the staff were nice, and I’ll say it again the food was great. Everything tasted Fresh and it’s all at a great price.

I wish I could bring this yesterday back with me to Florida“

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“The restaurant is blah looking when you go in, not the usual aesthetic restaurant you see in Chicago. More of the old style diner, it's decently clean. It could use a bit of work though.

BUT the food is delicious!! I was craving a sugary meal and they did not disappoint. Thank you for the great food and service.“

“Food was a little bland had to doctor it up,biscuits were amazing no complaints there. Freezing bring a jacket, waitress was a little slow but nice. The entire staff was nice they greet you and say goodbye. Diner vibe was pretty cool and they're 24 hours.“

“the salad is great my fevorite is the Greek salad“

“Loved Danny the server was amazing!!!“