Brûlee was such a vibe. Everyone was so sweet and they definitely made us feel at home as we were visiting from out of state for our anniversary. We went on a Thursday for brunch. The restaurant wasn't crowded but I'd still suggest a reservation. The hostess and our server, Amber, oozed with hospitality and personality. We ordered catfish and grits and they happily subbed the sauce that comes with it for another sauce with no seafood because of our allergies. The dish was well seasoned and the grits were so creamy and delicious that they accommodated us and gave us another serving. We also ordered an avocado turkey sandwich on the softest bread. We were able to sub the fries for the delicious smokey collard greens. The sandwich was so big that I took half to go. We also got a cocktail called the Goddess that was picturesque, smokey, and STRONG along with a non alcoholic Dragon Splash they had popping boba. We lived the atmosphere, the service, and the food. I wish I remembered everyone's names to shout them out because they definitely were amazing. I highly recommend this place and I hope u get to go back sooner than later. read more

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One Star -- My First Ever There are better options nearby. That's the most important thing I can tell you about Brûlée. Ten minutes after walking out, my wife and I were seated at another nearby restaurant beginning what turned into a fantastic 5-star brunch. That review is coming. That will be my 23rd Yelp Brunch review. This one is harder to write. Slow service happens. People have bad days. In 246 yelp reviews. I rarely, ever gave a restaurant less than three stars. Brûlée earned my first one-star review. That's especially disappointing because I really wanted to like this place. I live in the neighborhood. Unfortunately, my experience went sideways before I made it through the front door. At the curb. I'm backing into an open, clearly marked city-metered parking space near the restaurant when a man comes toward my car, arms flailing, shouting that they use that space for valet parking. I rolled down my window because I wasn't sure what was happening. It looked like a city parking space. The sign said it was a city parking space. The city parking app certainly believed it was a city parking space, because it happily accepted my $7. The valet wanted $15. I couldn't understand how I was supposed to pay $15 to "valet" my car in a public metered space I still had to pay the city to occupy. And what happens when enforcement writes the ticket? I paid the meter, parked, and went inside. Inside, things looked promising. The restaurant was more than half empty, which made what followed even harder to understand. There appeared to be plenty of staff, and we were seated at a nice table. My wife and I decided to make a festive Fourth of July brunch of it. We ordered several dishes to share--fish and grits, breakfast potatoes, a strawberry and apple salad, signature waffles, and more. We specifically hoped the salad would come out first. Then things got bizarre. About five minutes after we ordered, a tall gentleman and his companion sat down across the aisle from us. Almost immediately, there was what I can only describe as a welcoming committee. A woman managing the floor warmly greeted him. Several other staff came out to say hello. Everyone seemed genuinely excited he was there. Maybe he was a local celebrity-- it's Chicago, you never know who is sitting at the next table. I have no idea who he was, and frankly, it doesn't matter. What happened next does. A server came out carrying a strawberry and apple salad, stood between our tables, and announced the dish. The gentleman indicated, essentially, "Yeah, over here." And onto his table it went. My wife and I looked at each other. That looked remarkably similar to the salad she had ordered. Then another dish came out. And another. At some point, it became clear that we were watching our entire Fourth of July brunch parade right past us and land on the table across the aisle. The salad we wanted first? Their table. The fish and grits? Their table. The potatoes? Their table. Dish after dish after dish. The gentleman and his companion had been seated only minutes earlier and, from what we observed, had not even had time to order. And still the food kept coming. One of the final items was the signature waffles. By then, so much food had been delivered to their table that the gentleman finally tapped out. No more room. They took them back. That was enough for me. By this point, I could see the woman managing the floor looking at the computer, pointing, and looking back toward our section. Maybe someone had finally figured out what happened. I got up, found our server, and calmly said: "It looks like you gave our entire order to the table next to us. Please just cash me out for what we've already received. We're leaving." Another gentleman asked if everything was all right. No. Everything was not all right. And no, I wasn't interested in getting into a shouting match across the dining room over plates of food. A restaurant should know which table ordered what. Here is what turned a bizarre service mistake into a one-star experience: no meaningful apology. No manager came to the table. No real explanation. No effort to recover the experience. Nothing. I've eaten in a lot of restaurants over a lot of years. I also work with restaurants professionally. I understand that kitchens get backed up and tickets get crossed. And maybe the food at Brûlée is delicious. I will never know. Because some people can cook. Running a restaurant is something else--an exercise in execution, where a lot has to happen to exacting standards. This wasn't a restaurant drowning in a brunch rush. The dining room appeared more than half empty and well staffed. This was also the first time in my life I have ever walked out of a restaurant because of the service. One star is the lowest rating available, and I can't justify anything higher. There are better options nearby. read more

This was unfortunately a horrible experience, especially because I love to support Black-owned businesses. The main culprit was our waiter. He wasn't keeping the main thing, the main thing. He started off flirting with the women at our table. (When he found out one of my friends was a film director, he asked for her instagram and to put him in her movies. ) Meanwhile, he did not follow through on several requests: forgetting to get silverware that wasn't present at the table, didn't refill our glasses of water, didn't get an extra chair to accommodate the party size, etc... The food was just okay. I got the catfish & grits, but it was really greasy and heavy. Same for the beignets. My friends ordered some of the cocktails (I did not) and said they enjoyed their drinks. (Their peach Bellini was priced more than some of the entrees, but I believe it's because they squeeze the peaches themselves in the kitchen.) Try it out for yourself, but I will not be returning lol. read more

My husband and I had a great experience at Brulee! The service, food, and drinks were all excellent. One of my absolute favorites was the collard greens--they were perfectly seasoned with a delicious blend of spices and flavors that practically melted in my mouth. Everything was so good, and I would definitely come back! read more

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I went as a recommendation from a friend who lives in the city. Let me start with the positives: The staff were wonderful! Everyone was polite and offered great customer service. It was quite busy and they were managing the capacity so well. We did not have a reservation but were able to be seated within 30 minutes. That was truly appreciated. The catfish was flaky and the crust was crispy. The things I did not quite like; I shared some gumbo and the French toast with my sister. The gumbo was very salty and did not have an authentic taste. I had the macaroni and cheese and it was not seasoned and looked as if the cheese wasn't baked through. The seating is very compact near the bar area, which did dampen the experience for us. Overall, I would love to come back on a less busy day to see if the food tastes differently. read more

Brulee - The Virgil Special - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Came for breakfast/brunch, we were quickly sat although we didn't have a prior reservation. They have an extensive menu with various selections. I had the chicken and waffle and fruit (not pictured). The fruit was a great portion, an entire plate and a great mix of season fruit!! The chicken was seasoned perfectly and had a great crisp, which they would've been hotter temperature wise but overall good! Waffle was great didn't need syrup at all. Service and ambiance was nice quant and welcoming, would recommend read more

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Enjoyed Brulee! Anyways!! On to the good stuff! The shrimp and grits were delicious!! Real grits not instant. The shrimp were cooked to perfection. We got the beignets those were great too! Our server was so sweet I forgot her name! Photo below I think. We did a bottle of Prosecco and she gave us a few mini cups of juice to make mimosas. So thoughtful. I will return! The music was nice and low which I also really liked! My only negative was the valet guy was a bit intimidating. I was glad he let me park my own car. The price was $15 but he told me the sign was wrong. That is should be $20. I dunno. I'm glad I had my keys is all I have to say. read more

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Finally stopped in to try this place, and wasn't disappointed. The restaurant was very clean and had a welcoming environment. Staff very friendly. The food was really good, and came out hot and fresh. Had the catfish and grits and it was really good. Only knocks were that the service was a bit slow but the food made up for that, and that my table was super wobbly and I spent most of the meal making sure the table didn't tip over. But don't let that deter you from eating her read more

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I'm giving this place a 4.5 due to wait time extending 45 min past reservation booking. Street parking (metered) and Valet parking is an option. Free on Sundays. Beautiful inside of the restaurant with a comfortable waiting area. They have a 90 min table policy but I don't think they hold everyone to it. It took about 10 min for water to arrive to the table once seated. Upon our food arriving we had no silverware and they found two sets but it took a little longer to get two more sets. But they were crowded and busy busy in their defense. Our waiter Noel was exceptional and kind with a beautiful smile. When asked what he would recommend he stood on the business back and said "everything is good! He likes everything on the menu and has no favorites!" Now that's what I like to hear about a restaurants menu. I ordered gumbo for a starter and it was nice. Pretty good but it was warm in temp. Full of chicken and sausage with a nice traditional flavor. It's made daily per Noel's report. I ordered the fried catfish, candied yams, and greens. (I think the name was Virgil something). This fish was meaty and seasoned to the Gods. It was 2 fillets. I'm glad the candied yams weren't overly sweetened as I prefer baked Sweet potatoes over candied yams. The greens were very good with turkey meat. The perfect amount of food for myself. My friends all ordered catfish and grits. I tasted the grits since I had my own fish they were thick and delicious. They did not get looser as they cooled. My friend also ordered the brisket grilled cheese and tomato soup. That brisket was so tender and flavorful on that buttery Texas toast. The tomato soup was also good. We ordered the Mac n cheese but it never arrived so we canceled that. My friend ordered a honey biscuit that she had to take home because it to was delayed. She said it was delicious. I'm sure that Mac was gonna be good too. The drink menu looked tasty but we all settled for juice instead. Everything was worth the cost. The gratuity was added in at 15% and a service fee also. If you don't mind waiting a little bit I believe you will enjoy. read more

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Posting the review makes me smile. So sorry it took so long. I celebrated my birthday in December 2025!! I love the Brulee!! Elegant, classy and inviting. The staff is amazing and service outstanding. The food was delicious and the atmosphere calming I highly recommend and plan to share with family and friends!! read more

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Got to brûlée a little before 8 and was promptly sat upon opening. I ordered the half order of strawberry French toast, scrambled eggs and bacon. The bacon was nice and crunchy, the eggs were scrambled hard and the strawberry French toast had a nice flavor. However, it was a bit cold. Overall, I enjoyed my time and brûlée and Darius was a funny and engaging server. read more

The third star is because I value a locally black owned business and I hope they do succeed, but our visit was a miss. It was especially tough given the restaurant wasn't too busy when we arrived. We struggled during our breakfast. Five separate requests for the black coffee we ordered which was delivered after we asked someone not our server when our food was almost finished. The avocado croast was not served on a croissant and the egg we added was charged at double the price of what the menu said. They did fix this when asked. No inquiry to get the egg cooked the way we would have preferred so it came fried hard. The parfait we ordered because we hoped to enjoy some of the namesake bruleed bananas as it said in the menu, but just plain bananas came in the bowl. Hot tea came with a lime wedge? All the food was fine, but we felt the menu and what we received weren't really aligned. The last thing was the bill. Beyond the egg double priced, they added 5% service, 15% gratuity and 3% credit card fee. And the terminal to pay asks for another tip which we declined. The receipt says mandatory 20% tip so I assume that means the 5%+15%? *Later we realized they undercharged for the parfait so someone needs to match the menu and the register. The decor and space are lovely and all the people we interacted with so nice, just seemed to be lacking experience. read more

Brulee - Parfait, no brulee bananas - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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We visited on a weekday morning, when it was about 50% full, consisting of seemingly coworker groups and smaller groups. The restaurant is bright and decorated beautifully with flowers adorned along the wall and ceiling. I with I could say that the food was good, but all I can give it was an "ok" rating. My lavender "bru-latte" tasted like something I can easily make at home, the croissant-based beignets tasted dense with oil before flavorfully sweet, and my shrimp and grits came warm and was heavily seasoned with something that overpowered the taste of the gouda grits. Adding insult to injury was 1. they got my husband's order wrong, but quickly corrected once we pointed it out, and 2. the price for 2 entrees, and appetizer and a latte came about to be $90, not including the added gratuity (which may or may not be included - check to confirm). Pretty disappointing visit. read more

Brulee - Creole Shrimp & Grits - can't really taste the gouda in the grits due to seasoning in the sauce. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

With a reservation, we were seated right away and our server was very attentive and sweet. They have a wide array of options to choose from and an online menu. The French toast was to die for and I wish I could have tried more of their specialities. Some of their tables were a bit too close to each other and because of that it got a bit loud and hard to hear others at the same table but otherwise vibes were good. Would love to come back and try more from the menu! read more

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First review of 2026 on my newly minted Black Yelp Elite status ! My girls picked this placed because its been trending and wanted to see the hype ! Disclaimer if you are a biscuit person order them first ! I waited over 30 mins. Place your order in its entirety dont wait ! They ran of of things on the menu ! My friend dilly dallied and they ran of the beef brisket sandwich! The diner next to use saw disappointed and heard our convo on the subject. She offered my friend to try ,its a huge portion! We all tried it and it was amazing ! We have a very nice waitress they handle all our requests though busy. I love the atmosphere the food was seasoned well and nice portion size ! Get the chicken and biscuit as an appetizer pls ! Heavenly will be back ! read more

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We stopped by Brulee for a quick brunch while we were in the South Loop near the convention center. It's kind of hidden, but once you're inside, the place is super bright with lots of modern decor. The atmosphere was really nice. Our server was really friendly and helpful, although it did feel like they were pushing certain dishes a bit too hard, which was slightly off-putting. That said, their recommendation for the croissant beignets was spot on. If you come here, you have to get these. They were perfectly made - super soft, light, and just really delicious. Easily the best thing we had. I ordered the house burger, which was pretty subpar. The burger itself was bland, and the fries were dry. The burger sauce wasn't so bad and helped a bit. I probably won't be getting this again in the future. Overall, the space is really nice, a little too nice to just be hidden away, and the croissant beignets alone are worth coming for. read more

Brulee - House burger - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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The restaurant is beautiful. They had live music, the staff is amazing. The food was just okay for me and they charge for absolutely everything. I probably won't return but I'm glad I tried it. read more

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My friends and I stopped by Brûlée after checking out of our Airbnb and realizing it was right around the corner from us. You should absolutely make a reservation prior to coming. We walked in and waited about 30 min to get seated. The establishment is very cute and modern and they had a live singer performing for Father's Day, which was so cute. They have a set brunch menu on Sundays which featured a lot of popular brunch items. I was decided on the shrimp and grits and I added a sweet potato waffle. I can't lie y'all it missed the mark for me. My grits were really hard and my shrimp appeared undercooked. Also, the waffle I received tasted like a regular waffle not a sweet potato one. My friend got chicken and waffles which she enjoyed and another friend ordered French toast and fried lobster which I found to be wayyy better then my meal so I would probably opt for that if I came back. I didn't order any drinks but my friend got the espresso martini and she said it was strong. I really appreciated the customer service as well. We met the owners daughter and connected over our Texas roots and Noel took great care of us. read more

We arrived at 8am for breakfast. Overall, the food was good. There weren't as many breakfast items as I would have expected, but again, what we got has good flavors and hearty portions. The service was decent. The staff were friendly, but it took a really long time to get our order. The ambiance was really pretty but the music was so loud it was hard to just chill, talk and enjoy. read more

The vibe is lively and modern, and the menu has some fun, well-executed brunch favorites. We ordered the chicken and waffles along with the açaí bowl. The açaí bowl was lightly frozen (perfect texture), refreshing, and well-balanced, the berry mix was great and the granola-to-coconut-flake ratio was spot on. My waffle initially came out a bit on the cooler side, but it was a quick fix and once adjusted, the sweet-and-savory combo really hit. We also shared the French toast and the lobster tail with sweet potato waffle, which was a crowd favorite. Everything felt thoughtfully plated and flavorful. One important thing to keep in mind: there is a strict 90-minute dining limit. Brul'ee is a great spot if you're looking for a delicious, energetic brunch, but if you're hoping to linger, you'll want to plan accordingly. read more

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Very delicious food at Brulee. The service is also pristine! The ambiance is one of true elegance. The açaí bowl I devoured the signature açaí bowl which is one of the best I've had in a long time. I also sampled a portion of my wife's dish the catfish, yams and turnip greens. There is a 90 minute table limit. Very tasty meal and very friendly staff. Brulee is a must when in the Windy City! read more

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Absolutely terrible service. We waited over an hour for one person to get their food, while everyone else already got theirs, and had to repeatedly remind our server that we still hadn't received it. Every time we asked, we were met with attitude instead of any actual help or apology. One of our food items was completely forgotten about, and after waiting that long, we asked them to just take it off the bill. We also had to ask multiple times for the bill before finally getting it. The lack of urgency, communication, and basic customer service was ridiculous. read more

My friend took me here to celebrate my birthday yesterday and I had a great experience! It's a bright , beautiful spot. The service was great. The food was great as well. For appetizers we ordered the Brussels sprouts and chicken biscuits. I'm still thinking about those damn biscuits! They were so good! For entrees we had the shrimp and grits, omelette with a side of bacon and Brûlée French toast. Truly everything was delicious! The prices are reasonable too. I have to mention that parking might be challenging but do not let that deter your visit! I will definitely be returning! read more

Brulee - Veggie omelette with potatoes and a honey butter biscuit - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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The food was good and my bartender was nice. I ordered a cup of grits and the chicken and waffles. I was just really thrown off by an unprofessional moment. One of the workers was on FaceTime the whole entire time I was eating. I heard her entire conversation and I can see the person she was talking to and she had them on speaker. I thought it was very unprofessional. That did take away from the experience. read more

Brulee - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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I never give reviews, and if I do it's never five stars (I'm hard to please). Best French toast of my life.

The chicken was crisp and flavorful. The greens in the yams were also delicious, fairly tender and perfectly seasoned. I asked for my wings to not have the sauce on them, but they brought it anyway thankfully, they were good. Our server was pretty easy-going. I was disappointed that the cold brew was served in a can. read more

Brulee - The Virgil Special - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

The food was dynamic, the ambiance was perfect but small, and the staff were phenomenal. Reservations recommended and else your wait time may take awhile. The short rib brisket was amazing and the cocktail drinks were well crafted. read more

Brulee is a classy brunch spot with a great menu. It was a happening place on a late Saturday morning. Offering a complete bar and a full menu. I got the shrimp and grits which was really delicious with excellent flavor. They also have chicken and waffles, cocktails, and pastries. Overall great place to get brunch with great and friendly service. read more

Brulee - Shrimp and grits - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Went to Brulee for Galentines Bruch. I was able to get a park very close to the restaurant. The staff were polite and attentive. Reservation was at 12:30 we were seated at about 12:40 wanted to give our party a little more time to arrive. The space is beautiful. Over all the service was good but time could use some work. We got our drinks and appetizers "quick fix" items quickly like 15-20 minutes of ordering. I ordered a strawberry lemon drop. I also ordered champagne asked for a flavor for it was told thats only used for cocktails. We had the croissant beignet, brussel sprouts, French toast and the Virgil with cat fish sides are sweet potatoes and collard greens. The brussel sprouts were perfect some of the best restaurant sprouts Ive had. The french toast was so good didn't need any syrup. The fish was fried well but I didnt like the hot honey hot sauce it was served with. The collard greens had a nice spice to them the turkey in them was tender. But I did not like the candied yams at all. They had too much nutmeg I feel like it was overkill. Overall, there is room for improvement. But I enjoyed my visit. I recommend and I would like to bring my husband next time. read more

My husband and I came in to town for a couple days and really wanted to try this restaurant. With a little mishap with Resy cancelling our reservation last minute, the owner went above and beyond to correct the matter and accommodate us. Especially when the rain delayed us 45minutes past our original reservation. Now, on to the food and service. We were greeted immediately and sat promptly. Loved that. Very clean atmosphere and the music wasn't too loud to where we couldn't have conversation. Food was not only presented well but was equally good. Fish and grits was so good I finished it all. My husband loves sweet potatoes so the sweet potatoe waffle was an excellent choice. We were given complimentary drinks for the mishap with Resy which really wasn't expected since it wasn't her fault. Nonetheless, a extremely nice gesture that was appreciated. 10/10 would recommend. read more

Brulee - Catfish & Grits - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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The food was so good! These are the best beignets outside of New Orleans. The brisket taco was delicious, well seasoned and so tender. I went two days in a row, once for brunch and once for happy hour. Noel and JP were super welcoming and gave great recommendations. Everybody, from the hostess to the servers, has great hospitality and customer service. The inside is clean, and decor is tasteful. I highly recommend and will come again! read more

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5 Stars ! First the vibe here is great. Good music but not too loud. Great decor and a successful crowd base. The service is impeccable. Everyone is attentive. Friendly and wanting you to enjoy your experience. The food, wow ! Big portions, cooked the right way with plenty of seasoning. No bland food here. And they know how to make Grits !!! read more

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To start I absolutely recommend a reservation or you will for sure have a long wait. Seating arrangements could also be better. My friend and I were sat at this small table in the aisle between larger tables which left little space for patrons and servers to get around the restaurant. Alright, on to the positives, food 10/10!! We visited during restaurant week and got the three course for $45 deal and tried a special holiday themed drink. I would highly recommend their cocktails and food. Gumbo for the starter had crawfish, sausage, shrimp and the perfect roux and rice. My shrimp and gouda grits were savory and also really good. Then the croissant beignets to end, yum! would return for the food and drinks for sure but maybe book at a less popular time. read more

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Beautiful restaurant with good service. We visited for the restaurant week brunch special. We ordered the chicken biscuit and that biscuit was soft and delicious. The Brussels sprouts with a lemon cream and honey which was really good. The gumbo which was full of meat and the taste was good I just wish there was a little heat added to the dish. Chicken and waffle which came with a warm thick waffle and perfectly fried chicken. Fish and Grits with nice thick and creamy grits and the croissant beignets which were very good. Overall great experience. read more

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My friends and I came here on MLK day for breakfast and everything about this place was great! The ambiance, the food and the service were nothing short of spectacular. We all ordered different food items such as the açaí bowl, veggie omelette, Michigan Ave breakfast and the chicken a waffles. Everything was so good. The only thing that I would say needs for improvement was the açaí bowl. It was so delicious, but some of the açaí was so frozen that it felt like I was eating ice chips here every few bites. Other than that, it was exceptional and I would be back again! read more

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My girls and I recently visit Brûlée Chicago for brunch. Beverages: I started with one of their gin cocktails that had lemon and bergamot in it. It was not too sweet, but very refreshing. My girls RAVED over the Apple Mimosas, so I had to try one of those, too. You wouldn't normally have/ask for an apple-mosa, but it was quite tasty. Food: I enjoyed the Avocado Croast (croast because it came on a croissant) topped smoked salmon and eggs over medium, and the Smoked Gouda Grits. Kudos to the chef for preparing a perfect egg over medium - the yolk was runny, but the whites were lightly cooked with slightly browned edges. Delish! And do not even get me started on the grits! Creamy and cheesy - the perfect pairing with my meal. Other entrees on the table: * Brûlée French Toast: my girl said it doesn't need any syrup and can be eaten as is! She was also happy that she only got a half order so she could enjoy something else as well. * The Virgil Special with 3 Wings: I tasted the greens and sweet potatoes, and they both tasted like I was in a Southern kitchen with someone's Grandma - good down home/homecooked food. * 5 Cheese Mac & Cheese: Most places who do a 5-cheese mac make it ooey-gooey or super thick. That was not the case at Brûlée. Their mac and cheese was baked to perfection. It has a nice, browed crust, the noodles had a nice chew, and the 5 cheese weren't overpowering the dish. It didn't have the overly cheesy taste. Our server was friendly and even let us sit and chat with each other for a little after our time limit expired. The décor of the simple is simple yet elegant. Clean lines and modern touches contribution to the overall aesthetics of the establishment. They even have valet which is a plus in that area. There are so many more items on the menu that I want to try, so I MUST return! #ImNotAFoodie #ImJustAGirlWhoLovesFood #YelpEliteSquad read more

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Love at first bite! The moment I bit into the well seasoned grits and catfish I was hooked. Perfectly cooked. The wait staff service was great. Very Attentive and pleasant. The vibe was family friendly yet cozy for a breakfast date or brunch. I will definitely be back. Street paid parking is available. read more

Brulee - Catfish and Grits with Honey Butter Biscuit - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Overall, the food was good, but the service was really pretty bad. I feel like the staff seemed irritated by our presence. We were constantly waiting. We just weren't taken care of. They also seemed very rude and short with us. There were four of us there for a weekend brunch and we honestly just felt uncomfortable because of how rude the staff was. The ambience was nice. It's pretty on the inside, but really, the white staff and front door staff ruined the experience. read more

When I saw Brulee opening I was pretty excited as I felt the south loop/near southside lacks in good, non-chain places. Came by on a recent Saturday with a friend and had a good overall experience. Staff is quite attentive and always looking to give you water, refill coffee and take care of you in any way they can. We had a server by the name of Ivory who was fantastic! She very nice and just good people! My friend ordered the very delicious Virgil Special. This dish includes 3 wings with hot honey sauce (can substitute with catfish), candied yams and braised collard greens. I thought this would be too heavy for 9:30am but she said it wasnt. We shared the very delicious Brulee french toast..best I've had in quite awhile! Vanilla bean soaked brioche, vanilla cream, caramel and honey butter made it all work...so good. The only blemish was the chicken & biscuits that came heavily recommended. Very big portion of 2 and it looked like it would be very good as I looked at other plates around the restaurant. Topped off with hot honey sauce, I was so excited to bite into this lovely meal. Once I did, it lacked flavor, like there wasn't any seasoning at all. Its a chicken breast so already pretty dry and goes down rough. I finished one and took the other home and doused in honey and habenero sauce later that evening. Decor is nice and the place has a vibe. I would definitely return as I here the shrimp and grits are very good! Check out Brulee when you get the chance. read more

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Such a great spot! Our service actually started on the phone when they kindly let us push our reservation out 30 minutes because of traffic. Once we got there, we were greeted and seated with a nice shout-out for our anniversary. The vibe here is amazing--very exciting yet classy and fine. The food was seasoned to perfection across the board. The only tiny letdown was that my waffle wasn't hot when it hit the table. Even so, we loved it and will definitely be returning to explore the menu further! read more

Brulee - Creme Brulee French Toast Strawberry Shortcake French Toast - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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