Best Brunch Bliss Spots Restaurants in North Center
3 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: February 2026
Our Top Pick
Alexander's Restaurant
Old-school family diner where Greek classics sit alongside Chicago-style breakfast plates.
Notable Picks
8.1
Alexander’s is a family-owned Greek-influenced diner just off Lincoln Square that has been serving breakfast, gyros, and “Grecian” specials for decades. The big menu and all-day hours make it a reliable choice for everything from early-morning skillets to late brunch plates with a Hellenic lean.
Must-Try Dishes:
Gyros Sandwich, Greek Omelette, Greek Salad
What makes it special: Old-school family diner where Greek classics sit alongside Chicago-style breakfast plates.
Worthy Picks
7.9
Savanna Restaurant in North Center is a daytime cafe where the breakfast burrito and Choriburrito anchor a wide brunch menu. It’s less a Mexican specialist than a place to get a hearty, customizable burrito in a bright, family-friendly setting.
Must-Try Dishes:
Breakfast Burrito, Choriburrito, Breakfast Torta
What makes it special: Brunch-focused cafe where breakfast burritos and Choriburritos lead the savory side.
#3
Cobblestone
7.6
Cobblestone is a Central European-inspired bistro in North Center, known for schnitzel, pierogi, and brunch plates alongside a cider-friendly bar program. Its brick-lined room and small sidewalk patio work well for low-key birthdays, date-night dinners, and neighborhood brunch celebrations.
Must-Try Dishes:
Chicken schnitzel, Pierogi with caramelized onions, Weekend brunch shakshuka
What makes it special: Central European-inspired bistro with schnitzel, pierogi, and brunch cocktails.