Neighborhood go-to. Great food and drinks. Breakfast is delicious, as are their daily dinner specials. Be sure to try a salad with their blue cheese vinaigrette dressing! read more

We were staying a block away from this Cafe and ate breakfast there two days in a row. Everything was really fresh, fast and delicious. My favorite was the breakfast bowl on the brunch (weekend) menu. I wish I could east that every day. If you are there M-F, have the breakfast tacos! read more

The 3rd Coast Cafe is a classic diner breakfast. So depending on how you feel about diner breakfasts -- maybe you should or should not try it here. I think the food is always good, nothing amazing, and it is consistent. Our waiter is also always friendly but sometimes it can be a little hard to get a check. Also this place is packed on the weekends! I've never had to wait for a table luckily, but be aware that in the upper dining room on busy weekend days they pack you in like absolute sardines. If you sit down along the wall, good luck getting up during your meal! read more

We went to a late lunch here. The service and ambiance were good. The burger I had was cooked as desired and was good but I didn't care for the home fries, they could have been browned more (I didn't want to wait to send them back). My wife had a small soup, small salad, and a side of chicken salad and didn't care for the taste of the chicken salad; the other two items were mundane. For the price, we would make a different choice for lunch if in the area again. read more

Their portions are very generous, and overall not bad. I would say that the tables are a little bit close to each other so I couldn't really hear the people across the table from me. I honestly wouldn't feel crazy about coming back. Because of the rush, it took us quite a long time to ask for our check as well. There's also a farmers market nearby if you wanna walk around to digest! TLDR: decent food, very loud inside, good location! read more

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Always great food and service experience even with a breakfast carry out! The staff greeted me with a smile and I left with my food beginning my day with a smile too! My breakfast sandwich was amazing, just the way I ordered it! read more

3rd Coast is the best! They have a great menu with something for everyone, and I always look forward to seeing the specials. I highly recommend the lemonade, it is my favorite in the city. The service is always excellent and I love the cozy ambiance. I never miss the chance to come to 3rd Coast. read more

Came here on a Sunday morning. What I liked: no wait at noon at all! So refreshing for a place in the city. Place is cute, quaint. What I didn't like: food was just okay. The Bloody Mary had a lot to be desired, lacked spice, was watered down, toppings were eh. I felt rushed by the waitress. Of course in the area parking is hard to find so just be aware. All in all- I wouldn't come back just for the food but I would go back if I happen to be in the neighborhood or had plans there afterwards read more

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Came here for breakfast and I love how cozy the atmosphere is at this spot! We got an omelette, the breakfast sandwich with bacon added, the chocolate chip pancakes, fresh squeezed orange juice, and a mocha latte. I really loved both the orange juice and the mocha latte, the mocha latte came in a giant mug with whipped cream on top and it was sweet but not too sweet. The chocolate chip pancakes and the omelette were good as well and pretty standard for a breakfast place. In my opinion the breakfast sandwich wasn't worth the $10 price as the bread to filling ratio seemed to be off. I feel like it would be much better if there was at least a little more egg inside the breakfast sandwich because I was still hungry after eating it, which I wasn't expecting, especially for the price. read more

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Awesome spot that I didn't even know existed! We showed up at 10am and there was already a huge line. It moved fast tho. Food was excellent and it gave off homey vibes. I got the stuffed french toast as well as a bloody mary and espresso. All was so good. Will definitely be back read more

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Excellent food, service, price, and atmosphere at 11a on a summer weekday, slightly loud because of the morning joy.

This is a great little restaurant that is a bit "under the radar." I've visited here twice while visiting my daughter in Chicago. Breakfast was delicious, service was excellent, and prices were very reasonable, especially for the area. The restaurant was very busy, and we had to wait a bit for a table, but it was definitely worth it. Lunch is also great. We ventured in around 2pm, and it wasn't very crowded. We had a nice lunch (both had burgers) and were able to spend some time talking and visiting. Definitely give this place a try if you're in the Gold Coast area! read more

Great food and wonderful service! Great atmosphere. We will be back for sure! We walked from the Godfrey hotel through Goldcoast neighborhood to get to the restaurant, beautiful neighborhood walk. read more

MASTER OF SIMPLICITY. The food here really is so good. The portions are enough to keep you full and satisfied. I've only gotten 2 sandwiches from here but by far they have been the best sandwiches I've had in the midwest. Coronation chicken is a must try. This cafe's vibes are so cozy and old school, it's like you are back in time. On top of that the waitresses here are so sweet, it seems to make the food taste better. read more

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3rd Coast is a charming restaurant with delicious food and amazing service. It is my favorite restaurant in Chicago and my number one recommendation to everyone who asks. After you eat there once, you will want to come back for seconds. Every time I walk in, I am greeted warmly by the staff and made to feel right at home. The owner of 3rd Coast is extremely personable and goes above and beyond to ensure that all guests are comfortable and satisfied. The big bowl of chicken noodle soup is the most delectable soup I have ever had (I have even had dreams about it before, because it's just that good). Whether you want a cozy breakfast, a meal to celebrate a special occasion, or drinks and appetizers before a night out, 3rd Coast is the place to go. read more

Truly loved the food here! The service was fine given how busy it was but the food was the true star! The ambiance was that of a classic diner type restaurant and the food was classic which made it good ! read more

A great cozy & classic breakfast spot. Love the neighborhood. The food was strong and filling. The service was decent for such a hopping place. The Hot Chocolate was delicious and a good surprise with the amount of whipped cream & a glass mug. The Egg Benedict was a solid choice. Would come again! read more

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Came for a coffee but hear the apple pie was pretty good. It was. Not really high but it was very tasty read more

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3rd Coast Cafe has a cozy ambiance with comforting breakfast food and options available for everyone. The service was solid as well. I recommend this spot to anyone looking to enjoy a nice breakfast in a beautiful pocket of the city. read more

Delicious food and a huge menu with many options. It is typically super busy especially on weekends in the morning so definitely plan to wait a little. read more

The food as well as the service was excellent!! I would highly recommend this wonderful Cafe!

Great diner style restaurant. Be prepared to wait though as they don't take reservations or call off a waitlist. The food was fresh and portions were big and if you've got the time it's definitely worth it. Highly recommend the brisket hash! read more

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There's a homey vibe but all of the food felt reasonably standard. 3rd Coast Scone - 4/5. Quite tasty with raspberry, but overly large means it wasn't as crisped up at the end as it could be if it was served as 2 smaller scones. Coconut Oatmeal - 3.5/5. Simple and clean if you're looking for something easy on the stomach. My wife liked it more than I did. Veggie Hash - 3/5. Appreciate that the server warned me to get sunny side up because they often don't get light poach right. The eggs were nice and runny, but the dish lacked any sort of flare. There was a nice crisp on the potatoes, so this was really an issue of flavor not texture. read more

This is my third time here and it's great. It's conveniently located 5 min away from my apartment. This time I went on Sunday and oh boy was it loud..! We had to wait for table for a few minutes but nothing too outrageous. My sis got the short stack buttermilk pancakes. She gave them 4/5 because the chocolate chip tasted like dark chocolate. I would have loved it haha. She also got the hot chocolate and loved it; a total sugar bomb. I was feeling in the mood for an omelette so I got the Farmer's omelette with wheat toast and hashbrowns. Great volume of food as I ended up having leftovers to snack later. The omelette itself was a little bland which I fixed with the hot sauce. I would definitely like some stronger flavor. Overall, a very solid spot and we would go there again! I want to try the eggs Benedict next. read more

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3rd Coast Cafe is a hidden gem! The food, much of it scratch, is PHENOMENAL! My husband and I met our son and his fiancée for dinner. Our server, Cole, was friendly and knowledgeable. The 1/2 pound burger was out of this world. We all enjoyed our entrees; eggplant parm, salmon and Greek salad. The owner, Janet, has created a warm, inviting atmosphere dishing up top notch food. Can't wait to return. read more

Great food, but the service was lacking. Felt rushed to order by our server and was only approached again when she was dropping off the check. Definitely recommend the coronation chicken salad sandwich and the chicken soup. Come for great food, but don't expect amazing service. read more

My dad frequented this establishment since he was young. I came for the first time and got the ghost burger. It was pretty solid! My dad said this place hasn't changed since he last came. Overall, would recommend for solid food and good service. read more

Great casual breakfast place in Gold Coast. Enjoy the casualness in an upscale neighborhood

I ate here this morning and I just thought it was ok. I ordered the Greek omelette with feta, tomatoes, spinach and olives. I thought it could have used a little more cheese. I also ordered "crispy" hash browns and the top part was the only crispy part. The butter for the bread was hard and very hard to spread; but the rye bread itself was pretty tasty. Great decor & service. read more

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Food was average at best, server rushed us out the door. I believe from the moment we sat down to when we were checked out was 35 minutes. Server was asking if she could take food before we were even done read more

Service was ok. My dirty chai was great. The stuffed French toast was large and in charge!! read more

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While the food is excellent (especially the veggie hash), and the kitchen staff is great, the front of house staff generally are not friendly and most are not family forward. They make it feel like a nuisance when we ask for a high chair, and there is a sense of irritation towards little kids. Won't be coming back given that environment. read more

Pretty mediocre. While the service was fast and friendly, the polish sausage and hash browns were so grease filled I could barely finish half of my food. I wish I had left and tried another place! read more

Zero Stars. The service was absolutely horrible. Its located in Gold Coast and there were a lot of white folks around and my bf and i were the only people of color. I get it, can't control who comes in but the service to us versus them was undeniably different. Here's what happened: My boyfriend and I came here for brunch on Sunday and was seated by a nice hostess after 20 minutes of waiting. The place is charming and the food was fine (my partner said his hash was great), but the service was awfullllll. I work in the service industry and know when someone is tired but our server (blonde, blue eyed older lady) didn't greet us, looked displeased-annoyed even, and took 15 minutes to get our order and didn't offer us coffee. The mimosas she placed on our were spilling every where as she sat them down on the table and she didn't clean it up so we used our napkins and i had to wash my hands (again) because my fingers were sticky from the orange juice. After our meal came and we ate, she just brought over the check that we hadn't asked for yet. we're planning to have one more mimosa! I looked around and she was treating other customers friendlier, offering coffee, providing recommendations. I still don't understand why she was so rude to us. Work on your service skills, it's really not that hard to be nice. i fully understand when it's busy but it takes two seconds. don't know if it was racially motivated but it felt like it. i'm never coming here again. read more

A favorite for breakfast in Chicago. The bagels and lox are not to be missed. read more

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Been coming here for years. It's like the old tv show Cheers, where everybody knows your name. The staff for the most part has been here for a long time which is a good sign that the place is good and treats their staff well. There have been quite a few new staff that probably still need to learn but are trying, but for the most part the Friday, Saturday, Sunday crew are the best. You never have to wait for anything. They know your name. Jennifer, Silvia, Dillan, Marleen are among the best. The hostess Nina is top notch. They all make you feel right at home. There is a new girl Charlie who is a new favorite. The place is warm and cozy. The food is kind of old school but always good. All in all, I am happy when I walk through those doors and am greeted by name by the staff. read more

We were looking for a last minute brunch spot as travelers to Chicago and found this spot through google and it was such a great place! It had a cozy pub like atmosphere. The tables were close but it wasn't obnoxiously loud. Our server was super friendly, I wish I remembered her name! The food was delcious! I had the BLT with fruit, my wife had the french toast and we shared a scone. Probably the best scone I've ever had! read more

My sister, who use to eat here after a long night of clubbing back in the early 90's while in college, brought me in today for nostalgia and to reminisce. What a great place for breakfast, Gabriel, our server was very nice and attentive. Had to try your lox and bagels, which did not disappoint. You know what place is a disappointment? The Terrace 16. Go there for pix and nothing else. read more

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In 3 months, this has become my favorite place to be/eat mainly, because of their owner J. She's always in and about talking to guests letting them know who runs the place and myself + frequenter friend eat it up. This last time, she seriously, lectured on following through with things and eliminating, "will try to" from my life. Won't forget it. The first time we met J, she gifted us each a scone for the road which was super appreciated. Both of us did the same and saved them as long as we could because they are as solid as they are large. The durable-exterior, consistency with subtle, inner softness alongside the rasp/blueberry or lemon is so good and can snack on for over a day. She makes a point to let you know the baker has been doing it 30+ years. We go there because it just feels like home and get the all-day breakfast each time since the vibes never fail. read more

Lovely food and service Quaint environment for any occasion The omelettes are the best! read more