This cozy and locally-run spot was just the ticket for a late lunch/early dinner (linner? lupper?) after strolling around a with a group to check out some of the literary landmarks in the area. Perhaps seeing Hemingway's old apartment on Dearborn slaked my thirst. I opted to order a glass of the rose, which was excellent and not overly sweet. The sandwiches looked good. I went with the grilled cheese with a side of fruit. A dining companion went with the French toast, which looked excellent. The salads seemed creative as well. Even though I was dressed casually after walking around I was greeted graciously. Or group of 9 was accommodated with ease, perhaps because we had not come in during the lunch rush. The service was friendly and the entire experience was a welcome return to being able to dine in person. read more

Busy restaurant! We got so lucky to get seated right away! Servers were friendly! Our food came pretty quick with big portion! We love our food here. I got stuffed french toast with sourdough, it came with banana and walnuts. My husband got Polish sausage with egg and hash brown. Good spot for brunch and good price in the nice neighborhood! read more

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This is a great gem in the Gold Cost in Chicago. I've been there at least 5 times. It's a cute place with a nice ambiance. Plus the service has always been great. The portions are very big! read more

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Tasty food, good beer and wine selection, friendly staff...I live in the neighborhood and frequent this Cafe, never been disappointed.

Super yummy food and breakfast all day. I had the breakfast burrito with no meat and really enjoyed it. It came with 2 sauces on the side that were good too. all was missing was those little yellow chilis. One of my kids ordered a cheese pizza. Pizza had amazing sauce and super cheesy. Other kid order chocolate chip pancakes with hash browns. She said pancakes were really good. Hash browns were over cooked. read more

A local own restaurant located in a very cozy neighborhood. The ambiance of this restaurant makes it great for either brunch or dinner. I think it is great for groups and a good date spot because the ambiance itself is relaxed to have a conversation and the location itself is nice for strolling for walk. I really liked my hamburger with hash browns and my sparkling wine ~ i know it is a weird personal combo but I am keeping it classy lol ~ The staff is friendly and although it got busy at times I was very surprised how they still managed to keep their tables checked and the bar tenders where stepping in whenever they saw need it ! Respects to that teamwork! read more

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Wonderful burger! Also a fan of the Cuban Bowl. Very nice staff. Homemade soups that are tasty and creative

Overall good experience at 3rd Coast Cafe. Fast service, high quality food, cool ambiance. A bit noisy and of course pricey. Would recommend. read more

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3rd Coast is our local go-to in the area. Have been patrons for so many years. A varied menu, great service and the food is always exactly what we want. Ate here three times over two days last week - don't @ me with "there are so many other places to try." The bowl of chicken soup for dinner was fantastic. Breakfast scones are delicious and shareable. Solid wine list. Food is always served at perfect temperature. If you are there after 4:00 - try a pizza with it's just crunchy/chewy crust and always fresh toppings. Best local place in the Gold Coast. read more

I nearly missed 3rd Coast Cafe as it's in a very unassuming location, especially compared to other brunch/breakfast places in the Gold Coast area. It has a quaint and cozy interior, and I'm surprised it's not more popular! Solid American breakfast with a wide variety of options and great bakery items. I enjoyed my Farmers Omelet and heard great things about the Pulled Pork Hash from my friends. The blueberry scone was also delicious, and I'd come back just to try some of their other baked goods! The service was wonderful as well- the food came out quickly and they were so nice about a mix-up with one of my side orders. read more

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I have been here before, and this time, as usual, the food and great service were excellent. It was 1:00 and they gave us the brunch menu, which was fine. I ordered the Mexican Omlete and she had an egg sandwich. We both loved our choices. She ordered coffee which was diligently refilled when the cup was close to being empty. I had an Irish Coffee which went down well. The ambiance was wonderful, but it was crowded because of its popularity. I recommend the place for anything from coffee (or something harder) to a meal. read more

easy to miss and hard to forget delicious food and great service. they were fully packed on a sunday but fast turnover so we only had a 15 min wait so don't be discouraged if you see a long line it moves quickly. food was filling and the bloody mary was spicy so be careful if you don't like spicy. the breakfast sandwhich with sausage was filling and better with hot sauce so make sure to ask for that. read more

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My friends and I stumbled upon this spot while looking for a place to eat at in the Gold Coast neighborhood. Situated inside a hotel, 3rd Coast Cafe aims to provide a comfy and homey feeling for one to dine-in. I got the mexican steak and eggs dish. It's much like a regular Steak and Eggs dish, however the bread is tortilla bread and it comes with Pico de Gallo. The steak is also served with cheese which makes it tastier, but the steak itself is a bit smaller than expected. That said, it's still a very delectable and filling meal. The service here was good, too. It was a good pick given our constraints. read more

3rd Coast Cafe - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

People love to have brunch on the weekends! If I added up the hours I have waited for the opportunity to grab a weekend brunch that number would be huge! Sqirl in L.A., at Balthazar in N.Y., Tartine in S.F. the The Peppermill in L.V. (and this list goes on) all sporting lengthy waits for a "coveted table". Uncle Mike's here in Chicago on 15° day during a snow storm I saw people waiting on the sidewalk for 30 minutes + (I was one of these clowns). That's proof be told about the legend of this meal! I bring this up because after a robust jog this morning with my wife we started to head home, on Dearborn St. We walked past The 3rd Coast Cafe and we were hungry and it was packed (to over flowing). I didn't want to wait for a table and my wife did. We all know the outcome here! I have to admit that this Cafe did smell good, ran like a precision watch and had a great Brunch menu. So, I shut my mouth like a good little boy, twiddled my thumbs and sat there and waited. The wait was about 30 minutes; and now looking back, it was well worth the wait. I had a pretty terrific tuna melt with a pretty fantastic Caesar salad. My wife had bacon and eggs with toast that she loved. I get the Saturday / Sunday brunch thing. It's almost a ritual for some people. I'm not particularly one of these people, but I'm learning. read more

Great brunch spot! Visiting my aunt, rattling off a few places to go. We decided to go here and everything was great! read more

3rd Coast Cafe - Caesar salad - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

SUPER cute and classic breakfast cafe. Long lines on weekend but worth it. Good food and cozy-homey sunday morning vibes. read more

3rd Coast Cafe - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Fabulous local establishment Wonderful service I had the mediterranean omelette and chai tea read more

The ambiance was very vibrant. The food and service were spectacular!! Really great food and coffee!! Thank read more

Solid neighborhood diner. Fresh food, great service. Blueberry pancakes FULL of blueberries!

The food and service is 10/10. Came in on Saturday evening. Ambiance is really nice and quiet for an intimate setting. Ordered the 3rd Coast burger and apple pie. Super fresh and delicious. The service was great too. The team members are really hospitable, professional and respectful. Def coming back again! read more

Looking for home cooked food that you don't have to cook? Then order from 3rd Coast Café! This adorable little neighborhood gem offers anything you might want. Breakfast, lunch and dinner never disappoint. I've tried them all. When I was able to dine in, I have enjoyed their great meal specials and fantastic wine deals. Service is always top notch. They know what they are doing and it shows. Janet, the owner is there a lot and welcomes you in as if it is her home. The vintage building on a cozy neighborhood block is just the beginning. Once inside, the memories are evident. Local artwork and comfy seating are so inviting. Now that indoor dining is on hold, don't forget to order take out. My food is always correct and is fresh and tasty. The salads are huge and the entrees offer a ton of food. What a great value from this sweet local spot. read more

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A Mouse Came Out Of The Kitchen!!! Appalling, disgusting and terrible service. If they don't care about their kitchen, they don't care about their customers and our health. read more

Great all around food from breakfast to dinner. Burgers, sandwiches and omelettes standout. Friendly service with a great location and friendly service. read more

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Excellent breakfast and service. Went there twice. I had the house omelet the first day and the Mexican omelet the second day. The bacon was very good as was the coffee. Fruit was excellent as was the sourdough toast. The waiter was top notch. He kept my coffee cup full. Thank you! read more

Wow! This place was super busy, which I figured was a good sign. The coffee was but the food was not great. I ordered the Betty Bene. The bread and veggies were cold. The Hollandaise sauce came in a ramekin on the side in a fairly small portion and was also just lukewarm and tasted kind of sweet vs tangy and creamy. My dining partners omellette looked better than my Benedict so maybe try that if you come here. read more

We enjoyed a quiet and tasty dinner in the comfortable atmosphere of 3rd Coast Cafe. The service was spot on and the food came out without delay. We will certainly return for another meal soon. read more

Always an excellent breakfast Can get crowded Very cozy place Nice staff I'd definitely recommend a visit read more

Met up with friends for brunch. Amazing food, incredible service cozy ambiance. We'll be back

The Pomodoro and chèvre plate is to die for! The house glass of wine tasted like boxed wine.

One of my go to breakfast spots in Gold Coast. Walking in feels like you've stepped back in time when cafes were at every corner from vintage decor to the heavily furnished wood interior. Just feels like a place you won't be rushed while enjoying your breakfast and coffee. The menu is vast and there seems to be a choice for every appetite and dietary restriction. Size of the cafe is great, it's big enough to accommodate a crowd but not so big that the noise level takes over the room. The wait staff is friendly and given the moderate size of the cafe the servers are always close by. Because of this service has never been an issue for me unlike some places where you might not see your server for long periods at a time. Prices are fair and portions reflect it well. I stop in when I'm on a blueberry pancake kick and rarely am I able to finish the plate! read more

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We went here on a rainy Thursday evening and it was so cozy and perfect. We ordered the chicken peanut soup which was very peanut-y and perfect for rainy weather. We also ordered the burger and grilled chicken sandwich with side of salad. I'm a huge sucker for rustic toasted bread which is the type of bread the grilled chicken came on. So good! We ended with a chocolate scone and it was hugeeeee enough for the three of us to share! Unfortunately, due to hunger, the only food picture I remembered to take was of this lovely scone :) Will definitely be back to enjoy some more scones! read more

3rd Coast Cafe - 3rd Coast Chocolate Scone - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Food was great and coffee was good as well. Cute little cafe for breakfast or lunch! I actually went twice while I was in town. read more

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We are neighborhood regulars and the whole family loves the staff and food. Quick, quality and great atmosphere!

The tasty coronation chicken salad is a mild curry, creamy and a little sweet, on a nicely grilled, soft baguette. Friendly service. read more

3rd Coast Cafe - Coronation chicken salad sandwich - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Still a solid 5 stars, we eat here all the time. The coronation chicken sandwich with garden salad is one of my favorite meals of all time. That RANCH!! read more

3rd Coast Cafe is the most relaxing, most down to earth, and tasty cafe in the neighborhood! This little cafe us quaint in size with coffee, lattes, teas, and coffee shop music. They also have a menu of breakfast and lunch items ranging from pancakes and omelettes to BLTs and burgers. I had the breakfast tacos which included eggs, avocado, mozzarella, and pico de gallo on a flour (or corn if you choose) tortilla. It was delicious! The tortilla even had a little crisp which made the taco crunch Throw a little hot sauce on them and it's perfect!! read more

3rd Coast Cafe - Breakfast Tacos - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Good food on point! Came here for breakfast the stuffed French toast with sourdough is amazing and highly recommended. The everything bagel with lox is very good and lighter. Bacon was just ok and expensive for price but was much needed to cut the French toast. Bloody Mary on point! Overall really good breakfast spot. Would definitely return read more

It was really too early to have a full breakfast. I opted for a LATTE and their 3RD COAST SCONE. Scone was gigantic and delicious. Wish I could have eaten a full breakfast. The other tables food looked delicious, and the staff was super friendly. ENJOY! read more

Great service and terrific Italian beef sandwich! (Diablo beef per the menu). Cute place too.

Reliable, freshly prepared and tasty meals in a friendly and homey setting. Wonderful neighborhood restaurant that has been consistent through the years! read more