05/16/26 - I went to have a test done @ The advocate facility on Western Ave & Irving Park. After I got done I looked through Yelp & found a number of good breakfast spots within a short distance. I opted to go to Alexander's Restaurant that is located 1/2 mile north of Irving & Western on the SE corner of Montrose & Western Ave. I walked there as it was a beautiful day about 60 degrees & sunny. They have a breakfast special w/3 eggs, 3 pieces of sausage, ham or bacon (I chose the bacon) & hash browns & toast or 2 pancakes (i chose the pancakes). All for $12.12. I mean you can't beat this meal not only for the food but the price? read more

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This place is pure brunch perfection. We happened to be North Center waiting on our car to be repaired and sought out some yummy food while waiting the estimate. On this Saturday morning, we found free parking outside near the park. We were lucky that a booth was open upon our arrival. As the morning pushed on they gathered quite a crowd. The service and selection of food choices were excellent. Decor and seating was bright and modern. We opted for fresh squeezed oj which was perfect. For food I got the Greek scramble which was divine. It came with a short stack of pancakes and I ordered some sausage patties on the side. My meal was served piping hot. I enjoyed every morsel and had leftovers to take home. My husband ordered the meat omelette which was loaded with protein. I don't think he cared for the hamburger meat in the omelette. It would be better with breakfast sausage. All in all, we were thoroughly satisfied with our selections and would return to this fine establishment time and time again. read more

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If you're looking for good breakfast with hearty portions- look no more. This has the nice diner type of ambiance - without over inflated prices. I had the meat lovers skillet and it was more than enough . The only part that I didn't like was the hamburger in the skillet- it would've been better with sausage. Service was great , and I'll definitely be back when in the area. read more

Alexander’s Restaurant - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Come on poached raw eggs when I asked for basted. Really I've been here so many times. I know why go back. It's close to the house. I don't understand it's a breakfast place. Eggs equals breakfast. read more

Food and service is excellent Love their specials so reasonable and a lot of food. Best breakfast food read more

Great diner food. I loved the Alexander's Skillet with pancakes. The kids enjoyed the Mickey Mouse pancakes and the place was impressively clean for a diner. read more

Food was good, typical diner food. The service was exceptional. Attentive without hovering. Both our waiter and person who brought our brunch to the table were very welcoming and kind. The food was fair priced for the quality and portions. I ordered $12:12 pecial and got 3 eggs, 3 bacon slices (cooked perfectly crispy), hashbrowns (needed salt or other seasoning) ,2 pancakes. I really enjoyed the pancakes. They were thin, airy and I tasted cornmeal which was a nice surprise. I think Real maple syrup would have been great but it's an easy fix. Ambiance was chill. No kids screaming or loud clamoring. I think there were only 2-3 other tables occupied. We came on a Monday afternoon. read more

Alexander’s Restaurant - The $12.12 Breakfast special. 3 eggs, 3 bacon, hashbrowns, and pancakes - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Five stars all around! Delicious food, great service, and a great music. The Chilaquiles is an absolute must-try! The staff genuinely cares about your experience and the prices represent fantastic value. Can't wait to come back! read more

Alexander's is a smaller, cozy home-like diner with good food and great value. My boyfriend and I stopped in on a Saturday around 3:30pm craving a much-needed breakfast / brunch style meal (thank goodness they are open until 4:00pm!) Even half an hour before closing there was a pretty solid amount of customers - Seems like it might be a regular haunt of the neighborhood. California and Mexican Skillets were wonderful - the only issue being the salsa and tortillas that were listed were not included with the latter - but after asking our waitress she fixed the issue and gave us them extra in addition to a side of pancakes. Very solid place with a relaxing diner vibe (sitting near the kitchen and hearing sizzling and cooking pans while sipping coffee was such a morning ASMR feeling). The restaurant also has a (very) small parking lot in the back with free parking for customers - and street parking is available otherwise. Overall good place for breakfast and lunch dishes. read more

Alexander’s Restaurant - CALIFORNIA SKILLET Avocado, Sliced Turkey, Mushrooms, Spinach, Tomatoes and Mozzarella Cheese - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Had a craving. Pancakes perfect though smaller.... Was a bit let down due to the hasbrowns being burnt and lacking vegetables in ladies skillet. Not as plentiful and perfect. They were overwhelmed. Last time I will visit on a Sunday morning. Great service but eggs done wrong and hashbrowns burnt.... Just too busy. Expected it to be busy. I'll be back on a weekday. read more

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Food was good. The remodel is nice. Prices are higher than the old Jeri's Ham on the Bone, but as is everywhere. They still have ham on the bone. read more

What a place I stopped in for breakfast on Sunday morning The place was packed I ordered the special $11.11 3 eggs, hash browns , ham , coffee, and juice, so good Huge portions Stuff friendly Evrevary was working open kitchen evrething clean Thank you. See you soon again read more

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We have walked and drove pass thisnpkace for years. We decided to have breakfast today. We got their breakfast specials which includes 3 eggs any style, choice of meat (ham, bacon or sausage), hash browns , choice of toast. Coffee or juice is included. All For $12.12. It was a fabulous deal. One picked scrambled eggs and bacon with juice. While I got the ham with sunny side up eggs and coffee. Portions are large and food was great. Unfortunately, we forgot to take pictures. We will be back again for sure. Service was great . read more

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I can't believe it has taken me so long to review Alexander's. They took over a greasy spoon I loved gave it a fresh update and continued to serve a great meal. Friendly staff tasty food, what more can you ask for. I'll start with their Breakfast Special, 3 eggs, choice of meat, hash browns, and toast/pancake with coffee and juice for $11.11... what a deal. we have enjoyed their omelettes and lunch time choice burgers and sandwiches. During the weekday it is a nice quiet place to grab a bite, on weekends it is busy but the kitchen and staff are efficient and waits are not to long. read more

A great breakfast and lunch spot. Quality food and friendly staff. A new point system toward discounts. Stephanie,Grace and Nickie are top notch workers. Five read more

I tried Alexanders for the first time this afternoon. It's kind of noisy when your first walk in, I would suggest moving to the back of the restaurant past the front counter towards the booths near the bathrooms. I ordered the Biscuits & Gravy with two eggs and bacon on the side. If you want only Biscuits & Gravy it's $9.50 compared to $14.50 with the extras. They give you four half biscuits, some restaurants just give you two. The Biscuits & Gravy were good but it could have used a little bit more of the gravy, the eggs were perfectly cooked as was the crispy bacon. The coffee is good and the waitstaff is welcoming and always around if you need water or coffee refills. I would take a pass on going there on the weekends it's always busy and you'll wind up waiting for a table. read more

Came in at 10am on a nice Saturday morning and it was the perfect amount of busy - full staff and quick service, but still plenty of places to sit. $11 special that was hard to beat - 3 eggs, hashbrowns, sausage, and pancakes with juice and coffee. Great deal. Highly recommend! read more

I can't say enough positive things about Alexander's! From the moment we walked in, we were greeted with warmth and hospitality. The ambiance was cozy yet vibrant, setting the perfect mood for a relaxing brunch. What truly sets them apart is their impeccable service! The staff was attentive, kind and quick to our requests. Our waters and coffee were never empty. A truly baby friendly establishment. They quickly brought a high chair to our table and stored away our stroller. I ordered the Alexander's Special and my husband ordered the California omelet. Both were delicious and very fulfilling. It was probably the best and fluffiest scrambled eggs I ever had. One of the few restaurants that feels If you're looking for a brunch spot that combines exceptional food, cozy atmosphere, and outstanding service, look no further. read more

I used to live around the corner from Alexander's and would patronize them fairly regularly. It was a friendly efficient place with reliably good food from a pretty standard Greek diner menu. I had lunch there today for the first time in a couple of years, and I think they are under new ownership; I didn't recognize any of the employee's faces. The change has definitely not been for the better. Service was slow; my waiter was engaged in a phone conversation for about ten minutes before he could take my order. I ordered a wrap with spinach feta and chicken that was pretty bad, not nearly up to the standards I remembered. There is an Ann Sather's maybe a half mile west on Granville. I'm not a huge fan of that chain, but it is unquestionably a better option now. read more

*sigh* Rising from the ashes of the former Jeri's Grill, we have Alexanders. First, the interior is really nice. Fresh and updated and spotlessly clean. Staff is really friendly, attentive and good looking! I say this next statement with the caveat that I WOULD come back and order something else. Some of the breakfast entrees looked great. And a brief conversation with other diners confirmed that they were tasty. My companion and I ordered a Turkey Club and a BLT, respectively. Standard diner fare, seemingly always delicious. However, these sandwiches were BORING. Light on the bacon, the tomatoes were somewhat mealy and light colored. Bread was tasteless and cheap. Disappointing. The soups were okay. Creamy Chicken and Rice was mostly creamy and not a lot of chicken OR rice. The Lentil soup was very good, though. I want this place to do well. I may come back and try something else. read more

Everything's delicious and the staff couldn't be nicer. The NY croissant is my go to - all the soups are great but the navy bean is incredible, read more

I gave this place another try after multiple meh carry-out experiences. I'm glad I did as I had a great dine-in experience. The restaurant is very clean, service was quick and attentive, and the food was really good. I was blown away by the giant portion size and the value of the food for the price. I enjoyed the ham and cheese club sandwich (HUGE!). The fries were awesome and I also liked the chicken and rice soup. The menu is gigantic: so many choices! I will definitely be back. read more

Nice surprise at this corner diner. Spinach and cheese omelette with hash browns and toast. Great coffee and service was great. Will be back again read more

Alexander’s Restaurant - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

I came on my lunch break today to grab a quick Cobb Salad, this was the worst Cobb Salad I have had in my entire life. 1. Came with NO Avocado and No olives while on the menu says it comes with. 2. The cheese! Are you kidding me ? They used cheese that's supposed to be for Sandwiches?? WTH ‍ horrible 3. I did return my salad and left hungry since I didn't had time to wait. I won't be returning back. read more

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Party of four on rainy winter late morning for breakfast. Good service, attentive staff, booth by window! Ordered 2x2x2 and was just what I needed!! read more

Alexander's is a solid diner option in Lincoln Square. I can only speak to breakfast foods. Everything has been great, skillets, chilaquiles, omelettes, all good. The place is consistently clean and the service is always friendly and fast. This is a great addition to the neighborhood and it's nice to see it busy! read more

Always a solid diner breakfast with great service. Though I'm wistful for the days of Jeri's Grill, I am grateful that Alexander's has filled the neighborhood's gap so successfully. read more

The old spot was a classic but try the new place too! Very clean, great service, good portions, nice new seats n booths w/ outlets etc. Family friendly. Tasty classics read more

This has become our go to weekend breakfast spot. It is a family owned restaurant where the food is tasty and the service is great. You cannot go wrong with the morning special or my favorite La Bamba skillet. If you get there after 10am on Saturday/Sunday you might have to wait for a bit. We try to make it before 9 we love the friendly staff and all the bright light. It is across the park which my kid loves. I plan on trying the other items on the menu once my fixation with La Bamba stops read more

So happy to see this place open with a fresh new look for the neighborhood. I was seated immediately, the menu had choices for all varieties of appetites, and the service was attentive and friendly. I had The Alexander wrap with tomato instead of onion with fries and a bowl of their beef barley soup. It was all served piping hot and full of flavor. Let's help this new neighborhood gem succeed and thrive! read more

The staff was very friendly and efficient. The best value for their $11.11 breakfast special! 3 eggs, hash browns, bacon or sausage, toast or pancakes, juice, and coffee. It all tasted great! I would highly recommend this restaurant for breakfast! You will not be disappointed! read more

Wow, I've been waiting all summer for this place to open and it's finally here! The food is amazing. I had a delicious ham and cheese omelette and my wife had the Gypsy skillet. The potatoes were so incredibly crispy and the ham was truly "off the bone". I can't wait to come back and try more of the menu. The staff is super friendly and the food is top notch! Bravo read more

Alexander’s Restaurant - Ham and cheese omelette with delicious crispy potatoes! - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Perfect waffles really enjoyed the environment and service. Soup of the day is always delicious. read more

Alexander’s Restaurant - Perfect waffles really enjoyed the environment! - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Great breakfast spot that we will be visiting again! A lot of great options on the menu and reasonably priced. I had the biscuits and gravy with eggs, and my wife had one of the scrambles. Both loved our meals. Friendly staff too! read more

First time getting food here. I ordered delivery. This is the site of the former many decades old Jeri's Grill (Diner.) I ordered Greek Scrambled, an order of toast, and an order of Bacon. The Greek Scrambled is supposed to include Feta Cheese, tomatoes, and sauteed onion. What I received could not have had any Feta Cheese in it as I could not see any nor taste any. The onions came raw like. Definitely not sauteed. The scrambled Greek was basically not very well cooked scrambled eggs and tomatoes. Order of bacon for $4.50 consisted of 3 slices. Come on 3 slices for basically 5 bucks? The toast was the best part of the meal which is pretty sad. I wish them the best and hope this was a bad one off or they improve if this is how their food always is, but I don't see me ordering from here again. I am not sure how this place has high reviews. read more

I've tried this place three times now and have been underwhelmed with every meal. All my orders were basic items (e.g. eggs with hash browns, grilled cheese, etc.), but I think I could make them better myself and I don't even cook for myself on a regular basis. Service was very good on my first visit a week or so after they opened, but was just so-so on subsequent visits. I was really hoping for a decent diner near my place, but this ain't it. read more

This place is fabulous. I love a good diner & this is place doesn't miss. Came here on Easter Sunday out on a brisk walk. Stopped in & sat at the counter. The staff is friendly & accommodating. The service was fab. I had the corned beef hash skillet over easy. So delicious & hit the spot. The coffee was great too. If you're hankering for some great diner fare & you're in the area, give it a go. I'm sure I'll be back here again at some point. Kudos! read more

Food and service was amazing! Went there with my aunt. I grew up in the area they really cleaned up that place read more

This is the second location at Montrose and Western. Fast, friendly, and always satisfying. Can't wait to return!

I don't go to Alexander's for the food (which is excellent). I go for the wonderful atmosphere and friendly vibe. There are 7 tables in front and 3 in the back with enormous windows which is so great on a gray day. When you sit in in back you feel like you are in the VIP section of a club (minus the magnums). It is also a great place to go when you are in need of a smile. read more