50 Best Breakfast Restaurants near Oak Lawn

“Love their food and service“

“Fresh coffee!! None of that nasty burnt rubber tasting stuff you get from other places.

Service was exceptional, the waitresses were prompt and I was seated with no wait time.

Pricing was fair, especially for the portion sizes. The Irish plate will have you eating like royalty and is reasonably priced.

The pancakes were fluffy and perfectly done.

Definitely an Oak Lawn hidden gem.“

“pricing has gone through the roof. $8 for half order of plain pancakes (3), while a whole order of 6 is $9?“

“Enjoying ever moment of wat I’m at this place I can eat here forever not get bored in here love the services employees are wonderful people“

“Amazing Breakfast! Tania was so knowledgeable of the menu- guided us through without coming off as too stuffy. Our choices were great! Veggie skillet, portabella mushroom bagel! Those brown sugar latte’s, holy smokes!!“

“So I visited this place at least three times with a carry out order and customer service was awesome first time. Second I decided to go due to the good food and definitely the customer service, again awesome. Third, I enjoyed my food as always with recommendations from the young lady ( forgot her name). All three times I was either on crutches or knee brace. They were so sweet they helped me with my food to car an even told me to pull up to place and they’ll have my order ready for me! They were very nice to help me and for that I’m grateful. They went above and beyond. They made sure I was taken care of. So I brought my daughter there and she agree with the great customer service. Thank you guy so much. We will see you guys soon.“

“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!“

“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.“

“In my opinion the best breakfast I’ve ever ate!!!! 5 stars“

“I had brunch here today with a friend, first time here. I had the corned beef benedict and not only was it the best corned beef I've ever had in my life, but the orange juice was amazing, the service was great, and the value was fabulous also! Will definitely be back and plan to possibly go once a week with friends! 10 out of 10 recommend!“

“Breakfast is great, lunch fantastic! Now serving ice cream sundaes!“

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

“1st time. Service was very good and friendly. Guy with the black curly hair super nice. Food was good. Had salad, soup, and a latte. Will be back.“

“I placed an order to go. Was informed that there was a $3.00 to go charge and a gratuity would be added on the order cause it was over $100.00. After I checked the receipt, $18.35 was the gratuity. I thought it would be maybe $5.00. Very disappointed. Had I known this, I would have come into the restaurant and ate there had them provide me with service. I am a senior and that was definetly not right. I've already instructed my family not to get me gift card from Maple and Jam.“

“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! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️“

“Ended up at Don’s Grill for lunch on a random Tuesday and man, it hit different. Got the chopped steak & eggs with hashbrowns and a refillable coffee—classic diner vibes. Food was hearty and real, staff were friendly but not in a biz-card way. Kinda tight inside, but that’s part of the charm. Just wish it had a lil’ more seasoning. Total felt like under twenty bucks, which is solid.“

“The best. Chilaquiles and pancakes“

“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.“

“Orland Oasis hit the spot for breakfast. The place was quiet, simple, and laid back. Nothing fancy, just easy to sit down and eat.

The staff was super friendly. They checked in enough but didn’t hover, and they seemed like they actually cared about the people eating there.

I got the Everything Skillet with scrambled eggs. It had peppers, onions, mushrooms, bacon, basically a mix of everything. The veggies still had a little crunch, the bacon was crispy, and the whole thing just tasted good. Big enough to fill me up.

Honestly, that’s all I wanted. Good food, no hassle, and a calm start to the morning.“

“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.“

“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.“

“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.“

“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.“

“The service is great, the prices are good, and the food is great 😊 , great neighborhood place to eat at !“

“Now and days it’s hard getting a good quality breakfast for under $25.00. I always order online it’s always ready fast. Always hot fresh and delicious and did I mention the price is under $25. The customer service is always amazing. The lady always says good morning baby :) 10/10 highly recommend“

“It was my first time at the restaurant and I was impressed. Fast service, courteous staff, and the food was delicious! Highly recommended and I will definitely be back for another visit.“

“​My recent visit to Lumes was absolutely phenomenal. I can't stop thinking about the Louisiana skillet—it was perfectly cooked, with all the flavors coming together beautifully. My companion's eggs, bacon, and hash browns meal was equally impressive; the eggs were done just right. What truly stood out, though, was the wonderful service. When we asked to swap out the regular toast for French toast, the staff handled it with a smile and zero complaints. This level of quality and customer care makes Lumes a true gem. If you're looking for a top-tier breakfast spot, this is it! I would give it 10 stars in a heartbeat.“

“The best pancakes around!“

“Good food, highly recommend“

“I've been going to both joes on 51st. Both are usually good. It's still the best bang for your buck, however, today I has the ribeye med well Hashrowns with onion bell peppers and cheese with French toast and everything was a hit. I couldn't have ask for a better chef this morning to make my food. Thank you guys so much. Keep up the great work. Sorry I forgot to take pictures I will next time“

“I worked here for 6 months and the owners had me fired for talking Spanish to the cooks! VERY discriminatory!!!💯 Customers BEWARE of what type of establishment you are supporting when dining here!💯“

“I always love coming here & frequently do when I want a good hearty meal or bringing friends. We are always kindly greeted & welcomed when arriving. It smells wonderful & makes us more hungry! We are served a cup of soup (gratis) with every meal including breakfast (their soups are delicious). The staff is friendly & always accommodating. Our food is served hot in generous proportions & for the price (very reasonable compared to other restaurants of this kind), it can’t be beat. Greek owned, the hospitality & food is reflective of the Greek Culture, representing pride, family, community, friendship, kindness & duty of service that is offered to their guests. This is known as Philotimo (pronounced “Fi-ló-timo” [Fee-low-timo]).“

“First time coming, definitely a great cafe experience. Food was great, I had the chicken pesto panini. Unique flavor that was great for a lunch sandwich. Definitely coming back in the future. Pricing was what you expect for today's economy.“

“5 star 🌟 PLUS
WE CAME ALL THE WAY FROM MUNDELEIN and it was our first time visiting restaurant 😀 we were impressed by the extreme fast service although the restaurant was full Abby our waitress despite being new and learning the kiosk was just great over all: checked on us periodically demonstrating outstanding benevolent care- oan food took under 15 min 😀 to arrive to our table like wowsers! 👍 thank you 😊“

“Great food and service! Thanks!“

“This restaurant truly impressed me! From the moment we walked in, everything felt just right — warm lighting, pleasant music, and a welcoming atmosphere. The food was outstanding, each dish prepared with care and full of rich, balanced flavors. The staff was attentive and professional, making the whole experience even more enjoyable. A perfect spot for both everyday meals and special occasions!“

“Great comfortable place to rest and eat a delicious meal. They will make whatever you like even if it's not on the menu. Whatever you order it's going to taste delicious!! Great friendly service and large portions of food. I am always taking leftovers home. My favorite is the double cheeseburger with everything. It includes grilled onions, delicious chilli and an egg on top. The egg is cooked the way you like it. I enjoy an over easy egg on top of my burger. OMG delicious!! They also have a gaming room in the back.“

“This place exceeded expectations by far! Seems like a little hole in the wall from the outside but the inside is very nice, and the breakfast was DELICIOUS! Our waitress was so sweet and service was quick, I'm impressed. Plan on stopping by again my next trip through!“

“Food is delicious. Hubby and I visit at least twice a week. Breakfast bowl is yummy. Livers and onions with mashed potatoes are fabulous.“

“Best breakfast spot on the island! Great service, good food and even better prices! They have a buffet too. If they served dinner it would be a bonus!“

“The service was good, the place was clean and cozy, the food was very good.“

“All I could say, great all around. Folks don’t forget to tip the servers. Excellent job“

“Great owners, bussin food, friendly staff! 10/10“

“Yummy food and super friendly staff“

“Always delicious....love there chicken sausage, sourdough toast, French toast ect. I have a gluten intolerance and I dont miss the pancakes w the sourdough French toast option, or just plain sourdough toast. There strawberry jelly is delicious, fresh squeeze orange juice. Oh and there ginger spiced tea is delicious too. No bleached tea bag, actually quality tea....love this place. Expensive but, worth it“

“I have visited this lovely establishment several times now and every time has been an unforgettable foodgasmic experience ! What is even more notable than that is the customer service. There are many places with good food, especially my home kitchen but good customer service and a place with a very welcoming staff with warm beautiful smiling faces is getting really hard to find. If you are looking for many delicious menu items to choose from, excellent customer service, and a bright welcoming environment to enjoy it all in, make your way on over to Eggsperts. I can promise you will not regret it. The experience is exceptional. Don't cheat yourself, treat yourself to Eggsperts today !“

“The food was fresh and piping hot as the waitress brought it out to everyone in my 5-person party. I had the meatlovers skillet. The meats were cooked to my liking, no uncooked bacon, and the potatoes were fully cooked to perfection. The eggs were cheesy and blended together easily in my skillet. The pancakes were fluffy and hot with my meal. The wait was semi long for table/booth, but the food didn't disappoint.“

“This restaurant was kaddie corner to my Grandparents on Albany Ave. I went there when I was a boy in the 1970's...it was great back then. It says something that it is still around and still retains the Restaurant Neon sign on it. I would see that illuminated out my Gram's back window... Love it.“