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Best Breakfast Restaurants in Gold Coast & Old Town (60610)

5 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked

Last Updated: January 2026

Our Top Pick
3 Arts Club Cafe at RH Chicago
Truffle fries in an iconic showroom setting.

Notable Picks

$$$ Gold Coast
A Gold Coast dining room where the fries land as a luxe side that matches the room: hot, aromatic, and designed for lingering. The move is to anchor your order with one main, then add the truffle fries as the shared table centerpiece.
Must-Try Dishes: Truffle fries, Burger, Lobster roll
What makes it special: Truffle fries in an iconic showroom setting.
$$ Gold Coast
A Gold Coast all-day cafe that wins on dependable, diner-plus execution—hearty plates, calm neighborhood energy, and a menu built for repeat visits. The best move is to stay in their comfort-zone lane (hashes, omelets, steak-and-eggs) where portioning and seasoning land most consistently.
Must-Try Dishes: Pulled Pork Hash, Mexican Steak & Eggs, House Omelet
What makes it special: A true all-day neighborhood cafe with reliable, hearty breakfast plates.
$ Old Town
An Old Town French bakery-café that locals use for grab-and-go bread, pastry, and simple café lunches. It shines when you treat it like a daily utility spot—pick up a loaf, add one standout pastry, and keep the rest of the order classic.
Must-Try Dishes: Baguette, Almond croissant, Ham and cheese croissant
What makes it special: French bread-and-pastry counter with strong everyday utility for Old Town.

Worthy Picks

$ Old Town
A high-energy Old Town bar-and-grill with an American menu that’s designed for steady ordering rather than a single knockout dish. It works best for sports, brunch-y daytime hangs, and group dinners when you want dependable classics and a lively room.
Must-Try Dishes: Burger, Chicken tenders, Mac and cheese
What makes it special: Big, lively Old Town bar for American classics and games.
$$ River North
A newer, polished breakfast-brunch option on Wells where the menu leans classic-with-a-twist—big pancake plates, French toast variations, and skillet-style anchors. The safest play is one sweet plate and one egg-based main for the table so you can gauge what’s hitting best on your visit.
Must-Try Dishes: Pancakes, Strawberry Crunch French Toast, Farmer's Market Eggs Benedict
What makes it special: A bright, modern brunch menu with strong sweet-and-egg variety.