Best Brunch Restaurants in West Loop (60607)
7 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: January 2026
Our Top Pick
Girl & The Goat
High-energy pioneer of Randolph Street’s small-plates scene with big, gutsy flavors.
Notable Picks
8.7
Stephanie Izard’s flagship packs a constantly busy dining room with shareable New American plates and a strong wine and cocktail program. The menu leans bold and playful, making it an all-purpose spot for groups, dates, and out-of-town visitors.
Must-Try Dishes:
Wood oven roasted pig face with sunny side egg, Goat empanadas with bright sauces, Sautéed green beans with fish sauce vinaigrette
What makes it special: High-energy pioneer of Randolph Street’s small-plates scene with big, gutsy flavors.
#2
The Publican
8.5
Vibes:
Group Dining Gatherings
Comfort Food Classics
Brewery & Beer Garden Republic
Trendy Table Hotspots
The Publican is a beer-focused hall where farmhouse-style pork, seafood, and bread anchor communal tables. It has evolved into a long-running West Loop fixture for big groups, hearty shared plates, and serious Belgian-leaning beer lists.
Must-Try Dishes:
Publican farm chicken with frites, Charcuterie and cheese board, Crispy pork rinds
What makes it special: Beer hall–style room where pork, seafood, and beer share top billing.
8.2
Beatrix’s Fulton Market outpost functions as an all-day American restaurant, coffee bar, and bakery with a health-leaning tilt. It’s equally useful for breakfast meetings, solo laptop time, or casual dinners with a broad menu of bowls, salads, and comfort favorites.
Must-Try Dishes:
Enlightened Caesar salad, Prime cheeseburger, Chilaquiles verde at brunch
What makes it special: All-day cafe-restaurant hybrid balancing lighter dishes with familiar comfort plates.
Worthy Picks
#4
Bar Siena
7.9
The two-story, 8,000-square-foot sibling to River North's Siena Tavern delivers approachable Italian street food on Restaurant Row. Custom pizza oven 'Bella' fires out solid pies while the expansive menu covers everything from burrata salads to short rib lasagna, making it the go-to for boozy brunch and late-night bites.
Must-Try Dishes:
Coppa Pizza, Burrata Stuffed Agnolotti, Short Rib Lasagna
What makes it special: Two-story Italian street food destination open until 3am weekends
#5
Bandit
7.8
Bandit turns brunch into a full-on scene with a DJ, bottomless cocktails, and comfort-heavy plates served in a bar-forward space. It’s less about quiet conversation and more about big portions, shareable plates, and a party atmosphere that runs well into the afternoon.
Must-Try Dishes:
Chicken & Waffles with honey chili glaze, Short Rib Benedict with salsa verde, Cinnamon Roll with cream cheese frosting
What makes it special: High-energy, DJ-backed brunch where bottomless cocktails and indulgent plates headline.
7.7
Vibes:
Brunch Bliss Spots
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
Comfort Food Classics
Family Friendly Favorites
Chicago Waffles in the West Loop focuses on everyday-friendly brunch built around a long list of waffles, pancakes, and egg plates at modest prices. It’s a casual, family-ready room where portions run generous and the menu covers both sweet and savory cravings.
Must-Try Dishes:
Red Velvet Waffle with cream cheese icing, Chicken & Waffles, Buenos Dias Breakfast Burrito
What makes it special: Casual, affordable brunch stop known for creative waffles and big plates.
7.6
The VIG West Loop is a 1950s-themed sports parlor that treats brunch like a daytime cocktail party, with brunch burgers, chicken & waffles, and playful takes on avocado toast alongside a strong bar program. Screens, booths, and high-tops make it a go-to for game-day brunch where you don’t want to miss the action.
Must-Try Dishes:
Signature Jumbo Wings, Buffalo Wings, Dry-Rubbed Wings
What makes it special: Stylish, game-focused bar where jumbo wings come with strong cocktails and a design-forward room.