Quick Summary:

  • Why is Chicago considered a foodie’s haven?
    • Chicago has become a foodie’s haven with a wide variety of award-winning places to wine and dine, and when it comes to breakfast and brunch, the city also delivers.
  • What breakfast and brunch options are available in Chicago?
    • Whether you are looking for the finest house-roasted coffee and a freshly baked muffin on the go or a long, lazy mimosa-laden Sunday brunch with friends, Chicago has a spot just for you.


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1. Batter & Berries ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Batter & Berries | Breakfast and Weekend Brunch Spots in Chicago, Illinois
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2. Kanela Breakfast Club ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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Kanela Breakfast Club | Breakfast and Weekend Brunch Spots in Chicago, Illinois
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3. Bongo Room

Bongo Room | Breakfast and Weekend Brunch Spots in Chicago, Illinois
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4. Breakfast House

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Breakfast House | Breakfast and Weekend Brunch Spots in Chicago, Illinois
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5. Eggy's Diner

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Eggy's Diner | Breakfast and Weekend Brunch Spots in Chicago, Illinois
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6. Eleven City Diner

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Eleven City Diner | Breakfast and Weekend Brunch Spots in Chicago, Illinois
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7. Goddess and the Baker

Goddess and the Baker | Breakfast and Weekend Brunch Spots in Chicago, Illinois
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8. Grand Lux Cafe

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Grand Lux Cafe | Breakfast and Weekend Brunch Spots in Chicago, Illinois
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9. Kanela Breakfast Club

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Kanela Breakfast Club | Breakfast and Weekend Brunch Spots in Chicago, Illinois
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10. Little Goat Diner

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Little Goat Diner | Breakfast and Weekend Brunch Spots in Chicago, Illinois
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11. Lou Mitchell's

Lou Mitchell's | Breakfast and Weekend Brunch Spots in Chicago, Illinois
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12. Lula Cafe

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Lula Cafe | Breakfast and Weekend Brunch Spots in Chicago, Illinois
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13. m.henry

m.henry | Breakfast and Weekend Brunch Spots in Chicago, Illinois
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14. Meli Cafe

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Meli Cafe | Breakfast and Weekend Brunch Spots in Chicago, Illinois
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15. Pierrot Gourmet at The Peninsula

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Pierrot Gourmet at The Peninsula | Breakfast and Weekend Brunch Spots in Chicago, Illinois
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16. Tempo Cafe

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Tempo Cafe | Breakfast and Weekend Brunch Spots in Chicago, Illinois
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17. Wildberry Pancakes & Cafe

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Wildberry Pancakes & Cafe | Breakfast and Weekend Brunch Spots in Chicago, Illinois
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18. Yolk

Yolk | Breakfast and Weekend Brunch Spots in Chicago, Illinois
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