50 Best Breakfast Restaurants near Forest Park

“Been there twice still impressed with their excellent fast food and customer service. Very clean, beautiful, quiet and relaxing atmosphere. I’ve only been there in the mornings during the week so prob least amount of crowd.“

“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.“

“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!“

“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!“

“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.“

“Very friendly and excellent service, highly recommended.“

“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.“

“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!“

“This is an amazing & food is always good! They just added outdoor seating so our puppy could join us.“

“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“

“The cutest hidden gem. Food was absolutely incredible. Hands down best brunch spot around.“

“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.“

“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.“

“This restaurant is really outstanding and really great for the image of Evanston's southern end. The food is fantastic and I very much enjoy everything from the Bacon Temptation Omelette to the Spicy Poblano Omelette to the Crispy Chicken Sandwich to the Cowboy Burger. All of the food is fabulous and very well prepared, the variety is wonderful, and the coffee is always fresh. And above all, Ivan and the waitstaff provide customer service that's 'above and beyond' in every way. They're very kind, compassionate, efficient, and accomodating to everybody who comes into the establishment. Keep up the great work!“

“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.“

“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.“

“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. ☕🥞🍳“

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

“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!“

“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!“

“This morning was our 1st time there for our Family’s Annual Christmas Morning breakfast/lunch. Everyone enjoyed their meal and the service was fantastic.“

“Food was delicious. They serve large portions. Staff is super friendly. Atmosphere is great, loved the mixture of background music including soft rock.“

“Fun, down to earth, good food and the owner rocks!“

“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.“

“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!“

“Súper recomendado exelente atención rica comida todo rápido los precio muy bajo hay 10/10“

“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“

“Stopped here on vacation because it was close to our hotel. Came on a Monday around 10am and no wait for party of 3. Had one of their summer specials (banana brittle French toast) and it was great. Our server, Judith, was so sweet. Would come back if ever in the area 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“

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

“Had a wonderful breakfast here while in town. One of the most hospitable restaurants I’ve ever been to! Waitresses Anna Marie and Debbie were so pleasant and made us feel like family. The gentleman up front (I’m assuming the owner) was accommodating to a special need we had and was so sweet. Our new favorite breakfast spot! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️“

“Veronica provided impeccable service from start to finish! She carefully repeated our orders to ensure everything was correct, checked on us at just the right times, and made us feel genuinely welcome throughout our visit. Her positive attitude, cheerful spirit, and confidence created a wonderful dining experience. It’s clear that she takes pride in her work and truly cares about her guests. Thank you, Veronica, for your outstanding service we will definitely be back! Good was absolutely fantastic!👌🏽“

“I have the avocado lotto and it was plenty so much that I have enough for supper. The fruit was fresh and plentiful. The tunafish and cottage cheese were excellent. The patty melt with onions was cooked perfectly. It came with a cup of soup and a generous portion of coleslaw. We will definitely come back here again.“

“Excellent food , excellent service , clean , great menu, highly recommend“

“Staff was really nice and the food was good and well priced. Server was really tentative and made sure I was satisfied multiple times during my meal. I sat at my table with headphones on and watched comic book videos on YouTube. It was a very chill breakfast.“

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

“We had a large group just before lunchtime on a Saturday, and they were great about squeezing us in. Our server D was amazing, truly, and the other staff were helpful and attentive, too. The food was delicious, hot, fast, priced affordably. They have a large menu. We had some special diets in our group and there were enough options for them to find what they needed. I definitely would return and would recommend it to friends.“

“Last-minute visits don’t always work out, but this one turned out to be a fantastic surprise! 😊✨ I stopped by on a whim and ended up having a great experience. The service was outstanding 🌟 the server was incredibly attentive, friendly, and seemed to anticipate everything I needed before I even had to ask. Since I was really hungry 😋, I was especially impressed by how quickly my food arrived. 🍽⚡ Everything was fresh, delicious, and exactly what I needed. It’s rare for a spontaneous decision to exceed expectations, but this place definitely did! 🙌💯 I left happy, satisfied, and already looking forward to coming back again. ❤😊🍴“

“Food was incredible very yummmmm“

“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“

“The waiter was very nice my food was made perfectly I had a nice experience celebrating my mom’s birthday“

“I had the best omelette there today. Fabulous!!!!“

“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.“

“The bagels are so fresh and amazing. The breakfast sandwiches are delicious and lots of creative varieties or make your own!“

“Lots to offer, works to benefit the community“

“Great customer service and good food at this location. The assistant manager was gracious about changes we need to make to our order which my family and I appreciated after a long day of travel. That atmosphere was warm and welcoming as well.“

“I just recently started going there since last year. No negative reviews here. Every single experience has been great alongside with the food. When it’s your birthday, the staff sings to you. You pay what you get and it’s worth every penny. Keep up the great work Alexander’s!! As busy as it gets: even when people are standing room only: it goes by quickly and the staff greets you with their kindness and smiles.“