Best Brunch Restaurants in Avondale & North Center (60618)
6 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: January 2026
Our Top Pick
Eden
Seasonal, vegetable-forward New American cooking anchored by an on-site garden.
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#1
Eden
8.6
Eden is a produce-driven Avondale restaurant where a seasonal New American menu leans on house-grown herbs, bright vegetables, and Mediterranean touches. The spacious dining room and patio make it a neighborhood destination for occasions that want polished cooking without feeling formal.
Must-Try Dishes:
Whipped Feta with Wood-Fired Pita, Charred Carrots with Labneh, Seasonal Housemade Pasta
What makes it special: Seasonal, vegetable-forward New American cooking anchored by an on-site garden.
8.5
Au Levain Bakery & Cafe in North Center focuses on classic French laminated pastries, cakes, and a small cafe menu built around high-quality ingredients. Locals line up for croissants, kouign amann, and coffee in a bright counter-service space that works best for quick visits and small catch-ups.
Must-Try Dishes:
Plain croissant, Kouign amann, Breakfast sandwich on house English muffin
What makes it special: French-style laminated pastries with serious technique in a casual cafe.
8.3
Since 1998, Kitsch'n On Roscoe has been Roscoe Village’s retro ’70s-themed brunch hub, pairing playful decor with a long menu of comfort dishes and hangover cures. Diners come for over-the-top pancakes, chilaquiles, and brunch plates that work as well for families as they do for groups easing into the weekend.
Must-Try Dishes:
Green Eggs and Ham, Coconut French Toast, Chilaquiles "Levanta Los Muertos"
What makes it special: Long-running, kitschy brunch institution with playful plates and a tiki patio.
8.2
Savanna Restaurant in North Center leans into Latin American and Ecuadorian flavors for breakfast and brunch, with llapingacho Benedict and mote pillo sitting alongside classic pancakes and scrambles. The room stays relaxed and colorful, drawing both neighborhood regulars and destination brunchers looking for something beyond standard American plates.
Must-Try Dishes:
Llapingacho Benedict, Savanna Banana French Toast, Mote Pillo
What makes it special: Latin-influenced brunch spot where Ecuadorian dishes share space with American standards.
8.1
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Brothers Restaurant is a family-owned Avondale standby serving big-plate breakfasts, skillets, and chilaquiles from early morning through mid-afternoon. Regulars rely on it for fast service, friendly owners, and generous portions that stay budget-friendly, especially the weekday morning specials.
Must-Try Dishes:
Chilaquiles, Skillet Breakfasts, Gluten-Free Pancakes with Fresh Fruit
What makes it special: Family-run diner where chilaquiles, skillets, and omelettes anchor hearty breakfasts.
#6
Harding Cafe
8.0
Harding Cafe is a small neighborhood breakfast-and-brunch room on a quiet Irving Park block, known for carefully made plates that feel more home-cooked than diner-generic. Locals praise the welcoming staff, strong coffee, and from-scratch staples like chilaquiles and berry French toast that make it a regular weekend stop rather than a one-off visit.
Must-Try Dishes:
Berry French Toast, Breakfast Burrito, Harding Breakfast Sandwich
What makes it special: Compact, warmly run cafe turning classic brunch plates into standout comfort.