Such a great place to either grab a nice relaxing meal or a quick bite! I won't highlight specific dishes since I've tried so many in the past 3 months of being in the neighborhood, but I have thoroughly enjoyed every single dish or drink that I've been served with at 3rd Coast. I do highly recommend either the soup or salad - I get a cup of soup (different varieties) every time I go. Cozy/relaxing atmosphere makes it feel like you're having a home-cooked meal. Friendly staff always greets me with a smile on their face. They answer ever question that I throw at them regarding the menu with a genuine response. This might be my new favorite place in town! read more

Rarely would I give a 5 star rating to a neighborhood bar and I find myself at a loss for words to defend such a rating. Perhaps it was the circumstances of my introduction - my friend had recently endured the loss of his father and I was getting him out of the house for a few hours in the late evening. We ran into the owner on our walk over, who stopped and hugged my friend (both he and his father were regulars). Entering, I was very happy with the fundamentals of the place - the layout, the not-too-bright lighting, the interesting-without-being-distracting background music. The beer special that night was a brew I've never tried (and I've tried many, many). The owner had called ahead - dinner was on her. The waiter took our order and, by and by, ended up telling my friend the story of the loss of his father. Again, my apologies for not having the right adjectives to laud this little spot, but I recommend it for anyone in the area. The place and people are both outstanding. read more

Actually closer to 3 1/2 stars, but I will come back again to see if I am sincerely able to update it to 4 stars. My 'house omelette' was fine. With the plethora of great omelette places downtown, this omelette was as Yelp calls "A-OK". O'Brien potatoes (w/green peppers and onion a nice departure from the typical slab-o-sliced potatoes. Wife had '4 star' pancakes, laced with blueberry. She's a bit of a pancake snob and really liked these. Dane, the server, was one of those nice guys who adds to the friendly ambiance. Service 5 stars! read more

(3.5) I went to the 3rd Coast last night for a quiet dinner, and I got it. It's pretty well hidden on a residential block, lower level. It has a diner feel, but a pretty good (and reasonable) beer/wine list. I was looking forward to seeing the featured artist's work, but there was nothing but blank walls with "more artwork up on Friday". I had the "Dutch club" and a Caesar salad with a Victory Golden Monkey followed by a Lagunitas Lil Sumpin Ale (on special)....my date had the cajun chicken penne with a house salad and a Metropolitain Krankshaft. The food was good. Nothing blew me away, though. The service was also "ok". I had to TRY to get my waitress' attention 3 times to get another beer and a water refill. The bus boys were good about taking plates but left the empty beer bottles(?) They played great music throughout my whole dinner, though I have to say. If it were in my neighborhood, I'd be there a lot more often. I think it is a nice little cafe type place......but not a "destination". read more

Have I mentioned I'm a tea person? Chai Lattes at 3rd Coast usually make my weekend. I've been here several times and a favorite is the granola with yogurt and fruit; soups are served piping hot and delicious. Eggs and pancakes are large portions and sure to keep you full for a good amount of time. It's a nice place with a vintage feel to it. Good for groups or if you want some 'me-time'. A shout out to the staff for the wonderful recommendations and smiles :) read more

Hidden gem in Gold Coast... Interesting vibe. Feels a little old school/classic diner but decent menu selection and full bar. Feels quaint and cozy. Food is good and affordable for the area. read more

I came here Friday night for a late dinner with a few people. I had the turkey burger with goat cheese, avocado, red pepper and spinach and it was delicious. The patty was definitely a frozen patty but the pretzel bun and toppings made up for it. The hash browns were a little greasy for my liking but you can't beat the price for the area, I'd definitely come back. read more

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The kale and quinoa salad was like it was prepped, frozen, then was taken out of the freezer and delivered via postmates, the veggies were fresh but the chicken was frozen, the "roasted red peppers" were diced and raw, it was a travesty. I should not have paid $15 for salad that I had to prepare myself with chicken like a hockey puck. This salad was so bad, it reminded me of putting my dog down. read more

Took the family here for an early Sunday dinner. Casual neighborhood atmosphere. Very prompt and friendly service. Large portions. Decent food for the money. Pretty diverse menu. I would definitely come again. read more

I'd say that this is an average place to go for brunch sometime - traditional greasy-spoon food just with slighly higher quality. Its a bit too expensive for its own good too - you can get a meal at Earwax or Bite (around the wicker park/ukranian village area) for less money and it'll be more tasty in my opinion. The atmosphere is nice, but its not worth the extra $2-3 for an average meal. For the money I'd go some place a little nicer, or a little cheaper and enjoy it more. read more

I like going in for a breakfast, lunch or dinner with a book. Sometimes I meet a group there. It's a very comfortable cafe and so close to my place that I think of it often. The service is spotty, so much so that the only reason I don't go there weekly is the service. The waiter disappears or walks by without seeing the water glass is empty or there is no silver or you stand there at the register while the staff finishes their social conversation. Don't order martini's. The beer and wine choices are very good. Every meal I've ordered has been delicious and some memorable. Street parking, 151 or Clark St. bus, garage at Indigo, parking lot at State and Goethe, easy NE walk from Division stop on Red-Line. They play great Cd's all day long. No matter your age, the feel is terrific. They keep the sound just right, not loud. If they could get the service fixed I'd give it 6 stars. It could easily be perfect. read more

I have recently discovered 3rd Coast and it is now perhaps one of my favorite little places to visit. During the past two weeks I can say that I have visited quite frequently experimenting with different items on the menu. The food is great and the service is also very wonderful. As my fellow yelpers have stated the decor is a little bit off, but nonetheless the atmosphere is not a killer. They offer a variety of unique local beers as well as a pretty decent wine selection. The nostalgia of the old building couple with pretty decent food makes the night and dining experience complete. Whether you're visiting the Gold Coast area or live nearby, you need to make a point to check out 3rd Coast. read more

This place was great! We were on vacation in Chicago after coming from Madison and NW Wisconsin, and we were very tired of having typical WI breakfast of eggs and toast made in a bar/diner. It seems really popular, but they were able to seat us after a reasonable waiting period in the main room. All the waiters/waitresses/busboys there seem to be all working super hard because it is so packed! We had some AM drinks which were very good and full of healthy booze. I had the veggie hash and it was AWESOME! Broccoli and hash browns, soo good together. There were some bell peppers and other veggies thrown in there too, so very YUM. It was also served with two eggs and some really yummy marble rye; i think I could have also chosen wheat or sourdough, etc. If you live in Chicago, or you are just visiting, I would def recommend coming here. read more

Honestly, this place is average. Not terrible, but definitely not stellar. I must say I was very pleased with the way my over-easy eggs were prepared (it's rare to get them cooked so well in a restaurant - I'm very picky about my eggs). Sadly, my husband's scrambled eggs were not so good - runny, and we both had nearly burnt toast. However, the staff is pleasant and prompt and obliging. We were on the run that morning and they accommodated us very nicely. The place itself is cute, but I'd struggle to recommend it based on the food. read more

In short: great food, even better atmosphere, and reasonable prices. I've been here a few times, for both brunch and dinner. I honestly didn't feel like there was anything that special about the brunch. It was good food, nothing wrong with it, but I don't live in the neighborhood, so I'm unlikely to trek down unless I'm meeting my buddies that live next door. Dinner is really good, though. They have a menu that "changes," but I came two times, about a month apart, and the menu was the same, so I'm not really sure if it actually changes. They have sandwiches and appetizers that they have every day, and then they also have a "specials" menu. The first time, I had the Jamaican Chicken Curry. It was really filling, and the flavor was a little weird- not the typical Jerk flavor I expect; it wasn't bad, just different, so if you're looking for actual Jamaican chicken, this probably isn't it. The second time, I got the mediterranean salad and vegetable soup and my friend got the grilled cheese. Everything was really really good. I know it's hard to mess up a salad, but it gets done way too often, and this salad was huge, perfectly proportioned, not drenched in dressing, and really tasty and filling. The vegetable soup was chock full of vegetables. The chicken peanut soup is also really good if you like peanut sauce- it basically tastes like a liquidier peanut sauce. Overall, I'd give the food a 3.5 stars overall, because the menu is a little hit or miss (I guess you just need to figure out which items you like), but I definitely round up for the atmosphere and service. This is such a cute little wine bar, no tourists, and the servers are so friendly. There are also always people studying in the upstairs area, which seems more suited for hanging out than meeting people, so if you're looking for a place to study and drink wine, this might be it. read more

Love the breakfasts and lunch here! Can't go wrong with most on their brunch options: omelets, sandwiches, best scones ever. I was a little less enthused by the dinner here but all in all love this place. read more

This place never stops impressing me! Having the Salmon dill Havarti sandwich! Great!!! read more

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I was going to give it 4 stars because of the slow service, but the food was really tasty. Bought the chicken and penne in Alfredo sauce, opted for the spicy flavor. It wasn't that spicy but tasted great and there was a lot! Great ambience and perfect for a date. read more

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Recovering from a wrap up of The Grateful Dead three night run- this place was a stones throw from the Indigo Hotel- perfect meal! We had the cheese platter sampler that was just perfect and then I went into a Quinoa/Kale with Chicken salad. Delicious. The vibe was cool and the staff were super attentive and friendly. Recommend it if you are in the neighborhood. read more

3rd Coast Cafe - Quinoa/Kale Salad with Chicken. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

You can smell the scent of coffee from outside. The restaurant is to the left after you enter the vestibule for some condos. This location is close to my home so I have been here a couple of times for Sunday brunch. Today it was a Saturday brunch so it was less busy and there was no wait for a table. I had the curry chicken salad sandwich which was good, my cousin had the chilaquiles which she said was hot (and she eats spicy food) and had to ask to a glass of milk. Overall a nice experience and very convienant. Probably will be back because its so close and has breakfast options. read more

Just went back here today after not having been here in awhile. They had expanded their menu since I had been here and it seems like the prices definitely went up. I used to really enjoy their smaller menu with reasonable prices. It was more of a cafe than a brunch spot. The food is very plain and basic. It has a cute and cozy atmosphere though. Nice lighting and it usually feels rather cozy. Great scones and nice drink specials during the week nights. read more

I have been coming here weekly for 10 years; such a great place- tasty food at reasonable prices, great wait staff and an active, involved owner. My friend moved into the neighborhood 10 years ago and our tradition is to come here every Friday night. Lately, we have also been ordering food for pick-up, which is great, too. It has a vibe of "Cheers" where everybody knows your name. Sylvia, Sadot know us; the bus men are not only efficient but they are very friendly and welcoming. The owner also walks around and talks w the customers. She is a working member of the team, helping deliver food to tables, seating people, whatever is needed at the time. She cares about her customers' feedback. I have enjoyed how she changes her menu to keep it fresh while maintaining the go-to favorites of hamburgers (on pretzel buns with lots of great combinations of toppings and includes a large side), fajitas, fish dinners; appetizers of hummus, great homemade soups amongst others; great breakfast options. The sandwiches are definitely enough food for me for 2 meals. They added pizza a few years ago and used customer feedback to make it great pizza. Tonight I was prompted to write this review based on a new dinner special of Crazy Veggie Noodles; it was wonderful- made of a stir fry of pea pods, shiitake mushrooms and carrots over fresh noodles covered w a soy- ginger sauce. I like that there are starting to be more vegetarian options as I just recently started eating as one. If you prefer animal protein, there was a small upcharge to add chicken. I look forward to seeing additional tasty vegetarian options such as this one. I highly recommend this local cafe that can be a great place for singles, couples and small parties. You will be satisfied for breakfast, lunch and dinner! Thanks, Third Coast, for a great product read more

Great hidden gem that locals have been going to for years. Comfortable, with great prices for the Gold Coast along with delicious food and daily specials. You'll see people here reading or on the computer drinking coffee and others eating with friends. Our favorite place in the neighborhood! read more

Kind of an upscale location. The food was tasty and service was good, nothing spectacular. Great for a breakfast, studying, lunch, or brunch. read more

The 3rd Coast is our favorite restaurant in the Gold Coast. Great for breakfast, lunch, dinner or a late night glass of wine or espresso. The soups are amazing. read more

I love this place for brunch. I initially stumbled upon it when trying to go to Three Arts but was facing a two hour wait. Now I come here on purpose. Basic brunch selections but cooked with care. Also, I love a place with hot and crunchy shredded hash browns. None of this home fries business! read more

Excellent first time experience!! The veggie hash is SO delicious, and the polish sausage breakfast is on point. Shout out to Marlyn for being an awesome server. She was really friendly and responded to the rude table next to us with kindness and a smile. This is a great breakfast spot! Loved it. read more

I've been here twice now and I love it. I haven't had anything other than brunch, but I have heard that all the rest of the food here rocks. I wish they had Splenda. That's my only real complaint. The owner lives in my building and I went here based on the recommendation of neighbors. I'm glad I did! read more

3rd Coast was one of our go-to brunch destinations for almost a year (before being un-imported back to the D). Most of the staff is very friendly (the bald gentleman is hit or miss) and the wait is never more than 15-20 minutes (almost every time we've gone on a Sunday we have not waited). My default was the steel-cut oatmeal, toast, and a cappuccino. The Oatmeal is quite good; I prefer with bananas & brown sugar, but they also have berries and raisins as options too. The toast and cappuccino are pleasant to very pleasant. I do appreciate their consistency with my usual items; I know what to expect and that's a good thing. Everything else we have tried here has all been lovely. I do, however, wish there were maybe just a few more items on ze menu. It's not bare, by any means, but is not imaginative or exciting by any means. A great little place that tourists generally know not of with a short wait, good food, friendly staff, an ever-changing art repertoire (with all pieces for sale by local artists), and a nice, cozy atmosphere. 3rd Coast FTW. read more

Wonderful menu! Great Service! Good breakfast drinks! We had a great brunch here and enjoyed everything we ordered. Very nice environment. Great neighborhood restaurant. read more

It was delicious. The only reason I'm giving it 4 stars is because I didn't think it was worth the price. $11 for small tacos with no sides is just a bit pricey for me. But I thought it was pretty delicious. read more

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Bloody mary is awesome Eggs Florentine and mexican omelet was as excellent as other Yelpers said. Fresh fruits and stuffed french toasts are out of this world read more

Very cute cafe. Ate breakfast here twice a few weeks ago when staying in the area. Breakfast sandwich was good but a little greasy. Banana pancakes were solid. Coffee was perfect and refilled regularly, without having to flag anyone down. That's worth 3 stars alone. Place got very busy on Saturday morning, around 10:30am, as should be expected. Thankfully we got here early both times and never waited for a table. read more

Fantastic, consistently good food, always. A great tucked away neighborhood place. Service is above average and kitchen is unbelievably fast. read more

Great Neighborhood spot! Salmon, Omelet and Kale/Quinoa salad all good. Friendly service. Recommend for brunch or an easy sit down meal in the bustling gold coast. The only thing I found odd, was the chicken breast added to my salad was buried underneath the kale and everything else, kinda strange? read more

Delicious breakfast, super fast and friendly service even during a really busy time. Try a flavored latte-the hazelnut one was delicious!! I got the banana pecan pancakes and hash browns and they were delicious. Would definitely return! read more

The food here is amazing and the staff was friendly! I ordered some sides of French toast (amazing), Hashbrowns and bacon. All of them came out great, the only thing was the bacon was priced per slice at 1.50 each. The artwork on the walls were absolutely stunning and had an overall cozy feel. My boyfriend ordered the diablo tacos and we were both impressed. read more

Nice local Gold Coast restaurant at somewhat of a moderate prices. Staff is friendly.Typically they offer a special wine of the week or day. It's a nice way to learn about new wines you otherwise may not have sampled. read more

Went here for breakfast. It was so-so. Veggie hash was a little greasy, service was pretty slow. Pancakes were mediocre. Not worth going out of your way for. read more

This place is phenominal. I live around the corner, and it's by far the best deal in an insanely overpriced area. Want a quiet dinner? Go to 3rd Coast. It's 7pm on a Saturday, and you don't have reservations anywhere? Go to 3rd Coast. Don't want to spend $50 a plate like most places in the area? Go to 3rd Coast. My favorite time to go to 3rd Coast is on the weekend brunch. Half of my friends don't care for contemporary brunch, prefering to eat at Denny's. The other half craves the more unique and adventurous. 3rd Coast is very often the great compromise. read more