Best Brunch Restaurants in Chicago
50 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: February 2026
Our Top Pick
Kasama
Two-Michelin-starred Filipino bakery-café and tasting menu under chefs Tim Flores and Genie Kwon.
Essential Picks
#1
Kasama
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Kasama is a Michelin-starred bakery and modern Filipino restaurant from chefs Tim Flores and Genie Kwon, pairing daytime pastries and counter service with a reservation-only tasting menu at night. Locals line up for carefully made breakfast plates and pastries, then treat the evening menu as a special-occasion splurge that has reshaped how Filipino food is perceived in Chicago.
Must-Try Dishes:
Mushroom adobo, Longanisa breakfast sandwich, House croissants
What Makes it Special: Two-Michelin-starred Filipino bakery-café and tasting menu under chefs Tim Flores and Genie Kwon.
Notable Picks
8.9
At this Lakeview East landmark, plates of vegan and vegetarian comfort food almost always land with a side of crisp fries or sweet potato fries that actually compete with the mains. Since 1983, locals have used it as the go-to spot when they want diner-style baskets of fries, burgers, and shakes without the meat, making it one of the most culturally important fry stops in the neighborhood.
Must-Try Dishes:
Sweet Potato Fries, Seasoned French Fries, Radical Reuben Sandwich
What Makes it Special: A meat-free diner where crisp fries and sweet potato fries are baked into almost every classic plate.
8.8
Bittersweet is a landmark Lakeview bakery-café, turning out French-leaning cakes, tarts, and viennoiserie from a full scratch kitchen since the early ’90s. Locals treat it as both a special-occasion cake source and an everyday stop for croissants, coffee, and seasonal pastries that still feel precise after decades of high volume.
Must-Try Dishes:
Fresh Fruit Tart, Ube White Chocolate Croissant, Peanut Butter Torte
What Makes it Special: Long-running French-style bakery where wedding-level cakes share space with everyday croissants and tarts.
8.8
Floriole evolved from a Green City Market stand into a two-level Lincoln Park cafe where French-inspired croissants, kouign amann, and rustic breads anchor an all-day pastry and lunch program. Between the upstairs loft seating, seasonal sandwiches, and a pastry case that regularly lands on best-of lists, it’s the neighborhood’s most fully realized bakery-cafe experience.
Must-Try Dishes:
Kouign Amann, Blueberry Sourdough Muffin, Parisian Ham Sandwich
What Makes it Special: A French-leaning bakery-cafe that pairs standout viennoiserie with a serious seasonal cafe menu and bright, lofted seating.
#5
Handlebar
8.8
Handlebar is a longtime vegetarian and vegan comfort-food bar in Wicker Park, serving from-scratch plates, cocktails, and brunch on a busy back patio. Since 2003 it’s been a go-to for seitan “chicken,” scrambles, and fried snacks that work for both vegans and omnivores.
Must-Try Dishes:
Pepita Scramble, Nashville Hot Mushroom Sandwich, Fried Pickles
What Makes it Special: Neighborhood vegetarian bar turning out from-scratch comfort food and strong drinks since 2003.
#6
Itoko
8.8
Opened in 2023, Itoko is a Michelin-recognized Southport Corridor Japanese restaurant from chef Gene Kato where a focused Tantan Ramen lives alongside sushi, robata, and seasonal small plates. The room is sleek and buzzy rather than hushed, so ramen here reads as part of a polished Japanese dinner instead of a quick noodle stop.
Must-Try Dishes:
Tantan Ramen, Salmon robata, Whole Branzino
What Makes it Special: Michelin-recognized Southport Japanese restaurant where refined ramen shares space with sushi and robata.
#7
Lula Cafe
8.8
Vibes:
Brunch Bliss Spots
Business Lunch Power Players
Trendy Table Hotspots
Solo Dining Sanctuaries
Lula Cafe is Logan Square’s original market-driven cafe, long praised for seasonal plates, thoughtful brunch, and a menu with plenty of gluten-free-friendly options clearly marked. It’s a go-to for celiac-aware diners who still want creative cooking, strong coffee, and an always-busy neighborhood room.
Must-Try Dishes:
Pasta Yiayia, Lula Breakfast Burrito, Baked French Feta
What Makes it Special: Pioneer Logan Square cafe with a deep track record of seasonal, often gluten-free-friendly cooking and an all-day neighborhood draw.
#8
The Gage
8.8
Vibes:
Brunch Bliss Spots
Business Lunch Power Players
Trendy Table Hotspots
Group Dining Gatherings
A Michigan Avenue gastropub where brunch holds up under constant downtown volume—tight timing, well-managed heat, and a menu that’s built for both savory and brunch-cocktail lanes. The move is to anchor with one fried-leaning share and one composed main so the table doesn’t sprawl and quality stays crisp.
Must-Try Dishes:
Whiskey-braised pork poutine, Fish & chips, Scotch egg
What Makes it Special: High-volume pub brunch that still lands crisp textures and clean pacing.
8.8
A high-volume downtown brunch engine that stays consistent because it commits to big-batch execution: pancakes, omelets, and griddled classics that arrive fast and familiar. The smartest play is to order in one lane—either signature pancakes or eggs—then add one pastry or fruit side, not a full spread.
Must-Try Dishes:
Signature Berry Bliss Pancakes, Omelet (choose one lane), French toast (seasonal)
What Makes it Special: Massive brunch volume with reliably executed signature pancakes.
#10
Andros Taverna
8.7
Andros Taverna is a contemporary Greek restaurant in Logan Square from chef Doug Psaltis, serving wood-grilled meats, seafood, and house-baked breads with a focus on seasonal produce. Locals treat it as the neighborhood’s destination Mediterranean spot for date nights, group dinners, and brunch, thanks to polished service, a deep mezze menu, and a busy dining room with a large patio.
Must-Try Dishes:
Kataifi Cheese Pie, Charred Octopus with Chickpeas, Lamb Chops with Lemon Potatoes
What Makes it Special: A chef-driven modern Greek tavern where wood-fired cooking and thoughtful mezze make it a destination within Logan Square.
#11
Rosebud
8.7
Vibes:
Birthday & Celebration Central
Group Dining Gatherings
Girls Night Out Approved
Brunch Bliss Spots
Since the early 1990s, Alex Dana’s Rosebud on Rush has been a Gold Coast fixture for red-sauce classics, celebrity photos on the walls, and portions big enough to share. Brunch, lunch, and late dinners all lean on the same playbook: robust pastas, chicken parm, and tiramisu in a loud, celebratory dining room just off the Mag Mile.
Must-Try Dishes:
Rigatoni Alla Vodka, Chicken Parmesan, Tiramisu
What Makes it Special: Long-running Gold Coast institution for oversized red-sauce plates and celebrations.
8.7
The Bagelers Coffeehouse is a Lincoln Park staple for kettle-boiled bagels, house-made cream cheeses, and breakfast sandwiches that lean more craft café than corner deli. Locals use it as an all-day bagel and coffee stop, from work sessions at the communal tables to quick grab-and-go mornings.
Must-Try Dishes:
The Bageler breakfast sandwich, Sea salt bagel with giardiniera cream cheese, Cheddar jalapeño bagel with garlic chive spread
What Makes it Special: Kettle-boiled bagels with serious toppings and café-level coffee in one room.
8.7
Since 2002, Turquoise has been Roscoe Village’s go-to Turkish-Mediterranean dining room for kebabs, mezze, and an all-you-can-eat Sunday brunch that fills the cozy space with regulars. A long track record, live-music nights, and nearly two thousand cross-platform reviews make it one of the neighborhood’s most established Mediterranean destinations.
Must-Try Dishes:
All-You-Can-Eat Turkish Sunday Brunch, Hunkar Begendi (Sultan’s Delight), Lahmajoun and mezze spread
What Makes it Special: Long-running Turkish-Mediterranean spot with beloved brunch and warm hospitality.
8.7
A high-volume South Loop breakfast engine that consistently nails sweet-leaning signatures and well-paced classic plates. The move is to treat it like a greatest-hits brunch order—one showpiece French toast or pancake build, plus a savory egg plate to balance the table.
Must-Try Dishes:
Red Velvet French Toast, Nutty Monkey Pancakes, California Omelet
What Makes it Special: Massive multi-platform demand backed by repeatable brunch-core execution.
8.6
A polished, all-day brunch room where the menu leans big and photogenic, with the best results coming from their savory plates and rich, dessert-leaning pancakes. It’s a reliable choice when you want a full sit-down brunch with drinks and a wide menu that keeps groups happy.
Must-Try Dishes:
Chilaquiles, Chicken & waffles, Ricotta pancakes
What Makes it Special: A broad, modern brunch menu built for both sweet and savory cravings.
8.6
Bang Bang Pie & Biscuits is a breakfast counter built around buttery biscuits, gravy, and seasonal pies served from a small house with a busy patio. Lines move quickly, and most people treat it as a casual morning stop for hearty biscuit plates and slices of pie with coffee.
Must-Try Dishes:
Gravy Biscuit, Scratch Biscuit with Sausage, Seasonal Pie Slice
What Makes it Special: A biscuit-and-pie specialist where breakfast is built around carb comforts.
#17
Beatrix - Loop
8.6
Beatrix Loop is Lettuce Entertain You’s all-day Loop café where seasonal New American comfort meets lighter, vegetable-forward plates and a serious coffee program. Office regulars lean on it for reliable breakfast, power lunches, and pre-theater dinners that feel polished without being formal.
Must-Try Dishes:
Enlightened Caesar, Straight 'A' Salad, Hot Honey Fried Chicken Sandwich
What Makes it Special: A polished all-day café where health-conscious plates and comfort favorites share the menu.
8.6
Vibes:
Brunch Bliss Spots
Quick Bites Champions
Business Lunch Power Players
Instagram Worthy Wonders
Beatrix - Streeterville is an all-day neighborhood restaurant and coffeehouse where bakery cases, vegetable-leaning plates, and comfort classics draw hospital staff, hotel guests, and locals from early breakfast through late dinner. The menu leans on recognizable American dishes with health-conscious twists, plus standout desserts and a serious coffee program. It has become a default choice in Streeterville for reliable, slightly polished everyday dining.
Must-Try Dishes:
Hot Honey Fried Chicken Sandwich, Prime Cheeseburger, Mushroom & Quinoa Burger
What Makes it Special: An all-day cafe fusing comfort food, lighter plates, and serious coffee.
#19
Cira
8.6
Set off the lobby of The Hoxton, Cira serves vegetable-forward Mediterranean and Turkish-leaning plates, from hummus and flatbreads to lamb and seafood, in a high-ceilinged space that feels bright by day and moody at night. Its dog-friendly street-side patio and all-day menu make it a flexible option for brunch, coffee dates, or lingering dinners with a four-legged companion.
Must-Try Dishes:
Lamb Hummus, Shakshuka, Grilled Halloumi with Seasonal Vegetables
What Makes it Special: Mediterranean all-day cafe with design-forward dining room and dog-friendly patio.
#20
Daisies
8.6
Daisies is a Michelin-recognized Midwestern-Italian restaurant where house-made pastas and vegetable-forward plates lead, with the kitchen able to accommodate gluten-free needs on many dishes. The newer, larger Logan Square space adds daytime coffee and pastries while keeping dinner firmly in special-occasion territory.
Must-Try Dishes:
Carrot bolognese tagliatelle, Strawberry panna cotta, Warm rhubarb crostata
What Makes it Special: Michelin Bib Gourmand pasta spot where seasonal produce, careful technique, and a willingness to accommodate gluten-free guests make it a neighborhood benchmark.
#21
M henry
8.6
A brunch-and-lunch anchor that delivers globally-leaning New American plates with high-volume rhythm and reliable execution. The menu rewards decisive ordering—one signature sweet, one savory—so your table stays tight and the patio energy stays relaxed for dogs and humans alike.
Must-Try Dishes:
Fannie's Killer Fried Egg Sandwich, Lemon raspberry brioche French toast, Seasonal quiche slice
What Makes it Special: High-volume brunch plates with thoughtful, globally inspired twists and a dog-friendly patio.
8.6
A classic all-day breakfast room near Midway where omelettes, crepes, and French toast are the reliable lanes. It’s built for fast turnover and repeatable comfort, especially when you keep the order focused on their breakfast staples.
Must-Try Dishes:
Denver omelette, Crepes, Cinnamon French toast
What Makes it Special: A dependable Midway-area pancake-house menu built around omelettes, crepes, and French toast.
#23
Roux Diner
8.6
A New Orleans-inspired all-day spot where the sandwich lane shines through breakfast-and-beyond builds—biscuit stacks, tartines, and a classic patty melt done with real kitchen care. The room leans polished-casual, and the menu rewards people who want something more thoughtful than a standard deli counter without turning into a long, formal meal.
Must-Try Dishes:
Biscuit Sandwich, Fried Green Tomato Tartine, Patty Melt
What Makes it Special: Southern technique applied to sandwich formats (biscuit + tartine) with real polish.
#24
Solazo
8.6
A Pulaski corridor Mexican restaurant-bar that leans into brunch energy on weekends—cocktails, lively dining, and a menu that supports late-morning plans. Come when you want a more social breakfast window with table-time and a fuller atmosphere.
Must-Try Dishes:
Chilaquiles, Cochinita Pibil, Churros
What Makes it Special: Brunch-capable Mexican cooking with a full bar and a lively room.
8.6
Open since 1991, Uncle Mike’s Place turns a humble corner diner into one of Chicago’s defining Filipino breakfast spots. Complimentary arroz caldo and hefty silog plates make it a reliable all-morning stop for longanisa, tocino, garlic rice, and eggs in a no-frills room packed with regulars.
Must-Try Dishes:
Longanisa Breakfast Plate, Tocino Breakfast with Garlic Rice and Eggs, Complimentary Arroz Caldo (Lugaw)
What Makes it Special: Long-running Filipino breakfast institution anchored by generous silog platters.
8.6
Vibes:
Business Lunch Power Players
Quick Bites Champions
Group Dining Gatherings
Brunch Bliss Spots
A high-throughput Prudential Plaza brunch-and-lunch anchor that doubles as a dependable midday meeting spot when you need fast pacing and big-portion comfort. The move is to treat it like a structured lunch: one signature plate, one coffee, and you’re out before the queue becomes the event.
Must-Try Dishes:
Berry Bliss Pancakes, Avocado Toast, Skillet (potatoes + eggs + add-ins)
What Makes it Special: Massive, proven-demand breakfast-to-lunch operation that stays efficient downtown.
8.6
XOchimilco is a family-owned Ravenswood spot known for its polished dining room, strong margaritas, and a menu that runs from chilaquiles and enchiladas to house steaks. Locals treat it as a neighborhood go-to for sit-down dinners and special-occasion brunches that still feel relaxed.
Must-Try Dishes:
Pollo en mole, Chilaquiles verdes, XO steak
What Makes it Special: Family-run Mexican restaurant pairing hearty plates with a cocktail-focused dining room.
8.6
A high-energy breakfast-and-brunch room where bagels share space with scramblers, benedicts, and griddled sweets, Yolk Streeterville is one of the neighborhood’s most validated morning spots. The move for bagel lovers is to treat it like a diner-meets-bagel shop: build a bagel-and-cream-cheese plate or turn the bagel into a loaded breakfast sandwich alongside coffee and sides.
Must-Try Dishes:
Bagel & cream cheese, Two-egg bacon pesto bagel sandwich, Eggs Benedict with bagel on the side
What Makes it Special: Big-menu brunch spot where bagels plug into hearty breakfast plates.
#29
Batter & Berries
8.5
Batter & Berries is a high-energy Lincoln Avenue brunch destination known for its rotating French toast flights, indulgent plates, and long but organized waits. Since opening in 2012, it’s become a reference-point brunch spot for both locals and visitors, with colorful presentations and a menu that leans celebratory rather than restrained.
Must-Try Dishes:
French Toast Flight, Cluck-N-Gaufre, Deconstructed Omelets
What Makes it Special: High-volume, French toast–driven brunch with destination status and buzz.
#30
Longman & Eagle
8.5
A Logan Square gastropub with a six-room inn upstairs, Longman & Eagle helped usher in Chicago’s farm-to-table bar food era with meat-forward plates and serious whiskey. Brunch, late-night bites, and a Bib Gourmand history keep it relevant well over a decade after opening.
Must-Try Dishes:
Wild Boar Sloppy Joe, Fried Chicken and Waffles, Tongue Hash with Truffle Potatoes
What Makes it Special: A whiskey-focused inn and gastropub pairing serious cocktails with rich, creative bar fare.
#31
Marisol
8.5
Marisol, set inside the Museum of Contemporary Art, serves vegetable-forward New American plates, a standout burger, and seasonal proteins in a dining room that mirrors the museum’s clean, contemporary aesthetic. It pulls a mix of museum-goers and neighborhood regulars who treat it as a calm, design-minded alternative to louder Streeterville spots. The cooking is more careful and market-driven than the casual setting might suggest.
Must-Try Dishes:
House Smashburger, Seasonal Roasted Chicken, Farmers’ Market Vegetable Plates
What Makes it Special: Museum-adjacent, market-driven cooking in a calm, contemporary dining room.
8.5
Chicago’s first Kurdish restaurant serves mezze, hearty lamb plates, and a standout Kurdish breakfast in a cozy Lakeview dining room. Locals use it for relaxed date nights and long, share-heavy meals that feel special without going full white-tablecloth.
Must-Try Dishes:
Kurdish Breakfast, Sac tawa with lamb, Red lentil and goat cheese soup
What Makes it Special: Chicago’s first Kurdish restaurant, pairing soulful mezze with a serious Kurdish breakfast.
8.5
A farm-to-table café and beer garden just off 18th Street, The Spoke & Bird anchors South Loop breakfast with a from-scratch menu, strong coffee program, and an unusually large courtyard patio. Regulars build mornings around hearty egg sandwiches, omelettes, and pastries before walking the nearby museum campus.
Must-Try Dishes:
Breakfast Sandwich, Chorizo Omelette, French Toast
What Makes it Special: A locally owned farm-to-table café with a rare, spacious breakfast patio.
#34
Tilly Bagel Shop
8.5
Handcrafted sourdough bagels with a Chicago-leaning flavor lineup, built around a chewy interior and lightly blistered crust. The ordering sweet spot is a single specialty bagel plus a schmear or one sandwich—tight orders keep timing, toast, and texture consistent during the morning rush.
Must-Try Dishes:
Chicago-style bagel with house schmear, Cacio e pepe bagel, Smoked salmon lox bagel
What Makes it Special: Sourdough-driven bagels with signature Chicago seasoning profiles and rotating specials.
#35
Wake 'n Bacon
8.5
Wake 'n Bacon is a brunch-first café where technicolor plates, Ube flapjacks, and halo-halo inspired drinks meet an afternoon happy hour on cocktails. Its plant-filled, neon-accented room draws groups who want highly photographed brunch, then stay on for discounted drinks between services.
Must-Try Dishes:
Spiced Maple Chicken 'n Waffles, Ube Flap Jack Stack, Turtle Waffle
What Makes it Special: Color-forward brunch plates and cocktails that lean playful and indulgent.
8.5
Vibes:
Brunch Bliss Spots
Comfort Food Classics
Birthday & Celebration Central
Trendy Table Hotspots
Yardbird brings Southern-leaning comfort to River North brunch with towering fried chicken plates, biscuits, and big-format sweets. The space reads polished and lively, drawing both travelers and locals for chicken & waffles and boozy brunches that feel celebratory without being formal.
Must-Try Dishes:
Lewellyn’s Fine Fried Chicken & Waffles, Biscuit French Toast, Warm Cinnamon Rolls
What Makes it Special: Southern-style brunch built around fried chicken, biscuits, and a polished, high-energy room.
8.5
Yolk - Marina City is a downtown breakfast workhorse turning out big plates of pancakes, omelets, and benedicts to a steady stream of locals and visitors along the river. Massive multi-platform review volume backs a menu that ranges from strawberry cheesecake pancakes to hearty egg platters in a lively, family-friendly room.
Must-Try Dishes:
Strawberry Cheesecake Pancakes, Classic Eggs Benedict, Breakfast Tacos
What Makes it Special: High-volume riverfront breakfast house known for oversized, highly customizable morning plates.
8.4
An all-day bakery-cafe that locals treat like a neighborhood clubhouse: breakfast plates up front, then cakes, cookies, and cupcakes for the take-home win. It’s strongest when you pair one savory anchor with a slice or scone, so the meal feels like a full spread without over-ordering.
Must-Try Dishes:
Katie Cakes (signature slice), Brioche French toast, Hot chocolate
What Makes it Special: All-day bakery-cafe where dessert is as important as breakfast.
#39
Ann Sather
8.4
Since the 1940s, Ann Sather has run on cinnamon rolls, Swedish pancakes, and hearty breakfasts that work just as well for grandparents as toddlers. The Belmont dining room is casual, loud, and forgiving, making it a natural weekend choice for multigenerational groups.
Must-Try Dishes:
Cinnamon rolls, Swedish pancakes, Swedish Breakfast Sampler
What Makes it Special: Decades of Swedish-leaning breakfast plates and famous cinnamon rolls in a no-fuss diner setting.
#40
Beatrix
8.4
Opened in 2013 by Lettuce Entertain You, Beatrix is an all-day New American café that leans into brunch plates, salads, and a strong bakery and coffee counter. High-volume, steady reviews keep it a default for River North breakfast meetings, solo lunches, and casual dinners.
Must-Try Dishes:
Spicy chicken tinga, Smashed avocado toast with poached eggs, Chicken Bebe
What Makes it Special: A busy, reliable all-day spot where New American comfort plates meet lighter, health-leaning options.
8.4
A Gold Coast standby for Southern-leaning American comfort in a warm, garden-y room that works for brunch or an easy dinner. The kitchen’s sweet spot is classic comfort done with restraint—crispy chicken, rich sides, and desserts that feel built for lingering.
Must-Try Dishes:
Buttermilk fried chicken, Shrimp and grits, Beignets
What Makes it Special: Southern comfort cooking in a charming, garden-accented setting.
8.4
A high-traffic brunch specialist that wins on repeatable execution: classic egg plates, skillets, and sweet-leaning staples that show up the way regulars expect. The best experience is keeping your order focused on one main lane (savory or sweet) and letting their pace and volume do the rest.
Must-Try Dishes:
Skillets, Crepes, Avocado toast
What Makes it Special: High-volume brunch kitchen that stays reliably dialed-in.
8.4
A long-running Pilsen café that wins on all-day breakfast energy: strong coffee, steady sandwiches, and Mexican-leaning comfort that locals treat as a daily anchor. The move is to order like a regular—one signature hot drink, one mollete or sandwich—and keep it simple so everything lands hot and crisp.
Must-Try Dishes:
Mollete, Mexican hot chocolate, Focaccia sandwich
What Makes it Special: A Pilsen institution where coffee-and-mollete breakfast stays reliably satisfying.
8.4
A Mexican-leaning breakfast spot that treats brunch like real cooking, not just a checklist of staples. The menu shines when you lean into chilaquiles and richer French-toast-style plates, with drinks that match the spice-and-sweet lane.
Must-Try Dishes:
Poblano chilaquiles, Cajeta churro French toast, Horchata latte
What Makes it Special: Mexican brunch dishes that feel intentional, not generic add-ons.
Vibes:
Brunch Bliss Spots
Family Friendly Favorites
Group Dining Gatherings
Business Lunch Power Players
A high-volume, family-owned brunch destination where the bagel lane works best as a single, focused order inside a bigger breakfast menu. The lox bagel is the cleanest bagel-centric play—structured, satisfying, and built for people who want the classic without turning it into a production.
Must-Try Dishes:
Lox Bagel, Breakfast plates (as a second move), Coffee/juice with the bagel order
What Makes it Special: A high-demand brunch room where the lox bagel is a reliable classic.
#46
Grill on 21
8.4
A Financial District hotel grill with a true weekend brunch window, where the menu leans classic and execution-forward—eggs, griddle items, and richer mains in a room designed for lingering. Order like a traditional brunch (one egg plate, one griddle plate) and you’ll get the best rhythm and temperature control.
Must-Try Dishes:
Swedish Pancakes, Steak & Eggs, Croque Madame
What Makes it Special: A real weekend brunch in the Financial District with classic mains.
#47
Honeybear Cafe
8.4
A high-energy Rogers Park brunch room built around indulgent sweet plates and big, diner-style portions. The French toast program (especially the flight) is the headline, but the kitchen also delivers hearty savory breakfasts that keep locals returning despite the waits.
Must-Try Dishes:
Trio French Toast Flight, Rogers Park Extreme French Toast, Biscuits & Gravy with hash browns
What Makes it Special: A French-toast-flight destination with big-portion brunch theatrics.
#48
Kale My Name
8.4
Kale My Name is a plant-based bar and restaurant in Albany Park where brunch plates, cauliflower wings, and burgers anchor a lively dining room. Opened in 2020 by owner Nemanja Golubovic, it attracts vegans and omnivores alike with a broad comfort-food menu and a solid cocktail program.
Must-Try Dishes:
Cauliflower Wings with Buffalo Sauce, Pierogi Quesadillas, Kale My Name Burger
What Makes it Special: A fully plant-based neighborhood spot that treats vegan comfort food and cocktails with equal seriousness.
Kanela Breakfast Club brings a slightly Greek-leaning brunch menu to Streeterville, with lox-and-bagel plates and fried egg bagel sandwiches sharing space with pancakes and crab cake benedicts. It’s a sit-down option where the bagel set skews more composed and cafe-style than grab-and-go, with enough variety to please both bagel traditionalists and brunch grazers.
Must-Try Dishes:
Lox and Bagel with chive cream cheese, Fried egg bagel sandwich, Crab Cake Benedict
What Makes it Special: A polished brunch cafe where lox bagels and eggy bagel sandwiches are treated like plated entrees.
8.4
A Southeast Side all-day diner where breakfast is the main event—skillets, pancakes, and classic egg plates built for steady weekday rhythm and busy weekend crowds. The kitchen’s strength is straightforward execution and generous portions, with enough menu breadth for mixed groups that want breakfast without trends.
Must-Try Dishes:
Cinnamon swirl pancakes, Turkey skillet, Corned beef hash with eggs
What Makes it Special: A true neighborhood breakfast anchor with skillet-and-pancake depth for every appetite.