Some of the best gelato I've had is at this place right here. My wife and son love this place. And the inside of the store is so freaking amazing, such a cozy ambience. read more

First off the staff here, father and son duo, and absolutely amazing and took really great care of us. They truly went above and beyond! Unfortunately we came here specifically because the website said they have gluten free pierogi, which my Polish-American & Celiac friend visiting really wanted to try during their Chicago trip. They did not have gluten free pierogi, and only had the pizza pot pie as a gluten free option. That said, I did really enjoy my pierogi, very soft and buttery! She was also fine with her pizza pot pie but it wasn't something she would've ordered otherwise. It's defiantly worth the stop because they are so kind and hospitable! Just a beware to anyone GF coming for pierogi!! read more

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I had never had pierogi before but I am glad I was able to have my first experience here! My friend and I wanted a bite in the morning before a day of yard sale hunting, and we wanted some hot tea and a nibble. We walked into a great place with the most charming character serving us! Caesar - the half Polish half Italian owner and pierogi peddler - was a barrel of charm and laughs and knowledge. He made the start to our morning more delisting, more delightful, and more hilarious than I could have imagined. Such a treat to have met him and tried his lovely business. read more

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This place is incredible. The owner and his son do an amazing job of taking care of you and making you feel welcome. The potato onion and cheese pierogi are by far my favorite, but you can't go wrong here. read more

Caesar Pierogi - Entrance - Cafes Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Fluffed pillows of delight. These pierogis are delicious. I'd especially recommend the Ukrainian potato and chocolate pierogis with a healthy dollop of sour cream. I've only had delivery and they arrived quick and fresh! read more

Authentic Fresh Hot and Delicious! Coffee is outstanding as is their WIDE variety of teas. The owners we especially knowledgeable and kind. Definitely 10+ s‼ read more

Caesar Pierogi - Pierogi. Onion soup, coffee - Cafes Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

My lovely wife and I visited Caesar Pierogi & Cafe for the first time today to have an afternoon snack. Caesar Pierogi is cutely decorated inside and out, with a display of colorful umbrellas on Irving Park Road serving as appropriate outdoor decorations on this drizzly day. We sat in "Booth Number One" for maximum enjoyment, though our cozy window niche was a warm and tight fit. We liked the meat pierogis, with a little pot of six pierogis offering a tasty and not overly doughy texture. The tamale was fluffy with a slight zingy flavor to it. The proprietors (father and son I believe) do not mind a bit of chit chat, and I truly believe I will try some gelato next time around. read more

Christian was very attentive as soon as I came in, and did a great job of cooking and taking care of me. The space is very inviting and the pierogi were great! I also had the onion soup and the #67 Mango tea. Highly recommend both. I can't wait to come back. read more

Caesar Pierogi - Potato & Onion Potato & Cheese Fresh Local Tea Blends, Onion Soup - Cafes Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

We stopped at Caesar Pierogi for a small bite, and we were not disappointed. First of all, the inside is as charming as charming can get! I enjoy taking photos to later scrapbook our adventures, and the seat we had by the window has me completely stoked to scrapbook the pics from here. We did the meat (pork) pierogis and a tamale. They were both excellent, and the customer service was top-tier. Both gentlemen working were fun and kind. Though, we were told our total was $10,000! Ha, one of the guys is clearly a jokester, which made the visit just that much more fun. Since it was a warm day when we were there, I have to admit, it was a tad too warm for my preference in the small space. Granted, our window seat was probably a warmer environment than had we sat elsewhere. They have some outdoor seating as well, but with the threat of rain, we wanted to stay inside. read more

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You can't rush greatness, and this restaurant has it all. From the time you walk in, the hospitality is unequivocally personal. The setting of the restaurant is relaxing and a perfect place to have a coffee and conversation. The pierogis are hand made with care and cooked to perfection, they even sell them frozen to go. Caesar's coffee taste amazing and is the most delicious coffee in the city. It contains an espresso made with Belgium chocolate, delicious and no crash. I highly recommend Caesar Pierogi. read more

Caesar and his son offer a unique dining experience. The food it great but the value is in the experience, Caesar is informative, entertaining and charming. The menu is straight forward. Their selection of unique teas is the best in the State. The location is quite intimate with the location only allowing for six small tables, yet they always seem to find you a comfortable spot. Don't leave without trying their gelato. The wild berry is the best outside of Rome. Enjoy! read more

Food was amazing! Fresh, genuine, diverse and yet kept to traditional cuisine with great presentation. The service was personal and very welcoming. My son could play and explore and we loved the food! We really enjoyed meeting both son and father. read more

Best Pierogis is the area, the place has a great vibe with excellent food. Great outdoor sitting area with an outdoor gelato cart . read more

Caesar Pierogi - Best Pierogis in town. Awesome spot with great vibes and food. Gelato is delicious - Cafes Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Everything was great! The service was attentive and helpful. I had the mushroom soup and it was very flavorful. My sister and I split potato and onion and mushroom mozzarella pierogi. Yum! We also ordered the pizza pot pie. It was so good, like nothing I'd ever had before. Highly recommend! read more

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The pierogis are delicious, soft, and freshly cooked to order. They make the pierogis hand made and you could even order some frozen to make at home. I had the pork and spinach feta. The spinach-feta was by far my favorite! My food and coffee was served in a timely manner and it was prepared right in-front on the counter. The server was friendly and it's a very decorated restaurant with lots of art work to look at. Great place to drink some coffee and have a good meal. read more

Caesar Pierogi - Pierogi served in a ceramic mini Dutch oven with iridescent artisanal cutlery. - Cafes Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

This place is amazing! The father and son who own and operate it are lovely humans and they serve lovely food and tea. We ordered three types of pierogis and they were all delicious: mozzarella and mushroom, cheese and potato, and sauerkraut and potato. So much heart goes into this establishment and it shows. Unique, European, off the beaten path. Worth the trip. read more

5 stars all around! My only complaint is at myself for living so close, and not coming in sooner. We were looking for a dog friendly restaurant on a chilly day, so we preferred to eat indoors. When we first walked in the space looked small for our large dog, and there were two other tables of people, so we almost opted out. Caesar and the other guests were very welcoming, bade us to stay, and even moved some tables around to accommodate our group of 5 people & 2 dogs. Eating here is an entire experience! First, they have the cutest tea sets and dishes along the wall that are for sale, and the interior is super cute and cozy. We had no clue what to order, so Caesar came and explained the variety of perogies to us, so we decided to start with those. We had the Ukrainian potato & cheese, mushroom & mozzarella, bacon potato & cheese, spinach & feta, and chocolate perogies. Caesar cooks the food right in front of you behind the café counter. Each crock of perogies is served with a thick slice of butter that's left to melt for a bit before enjoying. Every single one was absolutely delicious, but my favorite were definitely the mushroom & mozzarella, full of umami goodness with the perfect amount of cheese. I was hesitant regarding the chocolate ones (my daughter was the one who requested them), but I was pleasantly surprised. They are a little smaller than your average pierogi, and I'm not 100%, but I think the dough was a little thinner. The inside was decadent, and put me in mind of a chocolate truffle... soooo good! We also tried the French onion soup, which is made in house, to order. Caesar said the soup is made with a hint of white wine, and the flavor was phenomenal, with the perfect amount of melty cheese and crusty bread. My other daughter had a raspberry pastry that was also super tasty. We finished everything off with some sipping chocolates for each of us. I thought this was just hot chocolate, but I was wrong. I had the dark chocolate, and my daughter had the milk. It is much thicker than hot chocolate, like if you dip a spoon in, the spoon will come out coated. The purveyor said that if you were to refrigerate it, then it would become a mousse. It was the perfect end to a perfect meal. The service was very attentive, and Caesar is very welcoming, personable, and knowledgeable of all the items served. I loved that we were able to bring our dogs in the café for dine in (they enjoyed it too). Every single item we tasted was great, and I will definitely be back to try more perogies as well as the pizza pot pie. They take cash and card. Free street parking is available up & down Irving Park. Careful not to drive too fast & miss it, look for the colorful umbrellas and ice cream stand in the front. read more

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What a lovely restaurant! Close to home and with a wide variety of pierogis to choose from, this location is not to be missed. The inside is quaint and we were explained all the menu items and the vast array of tea flavors. We ordered the potato/onion, potato/cheddar/bacon, and chocolate pierogis. All were delicious. My spouse also loved his pickle soup. I tried the lavender earl grey tea and it was also very good. We got our food as soon as it was ready and it felt like we were having pierogis with friends. I really enjoyed my time here and think more people should try it out. They also offer frozen pierogis to bring home too. We will be back. read more

The BEST pierogi and charming vibe !!!! We went there with a large group of Polish people and each of us concluded ..these are the best pierogi we ever had! Run by a Polish Italian father and son team, Cesar and Cristian . They offer the best homemade pierogis with a lot of variety We also ate the most exquisite home made soup and deserts! The owner, along with his son is a chef with a true passion for culinary perfection, he uses only the highest quality ingredients. The place has a charming ambiance with antiques and memorabilia. A must visit , we all highly recommend! read more

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I've only been once to pick up a to go order, but when I went in, the guy who gave me our food, possibly the owner, was exceptionally nice. The pierogis were all excellent. Some of the best we've had in the city, and my husband is Polish so he's very picky. Lots of variety and all of them were great. Also, it's a cute, quirky, interesting space. read more

Caesar's Pierogis were very delicious! he easily accommodated my group right away and kept us engaged with the space. our whole time there we were learning something new about his menu. I really recommend the dark RASPBERRY HOT CHOCOLATE! perfect pairing for the cozy space. read more

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Great little place. Not renovated into another boring, sterile looking restaurant. Loved the food read more

Great place, the pot pie pizza is the best I've ever eaten, I recommend it, the pierogi are also great, the service is great

Best pierogis in town. Has both take out and a small section for eating in the restaurant. Soups are also delicious.

Came in to buy some loose leaf teas. When I first came in, the employees were very rude and pushy. Picked out some tea, and they said the tea comes in two sizes. I picked the small size of the tea (about a 1oz vial) expecting it to be $3-$5 ish, as that is what all of the other loose leaf tea shops in Chicago charge per oz. Turns out, they charge $11 per vial. Incredibly overpriced for loose leaf tea, so will not be coming back. read more

BEST pierogi's I've had, and Caesar is a character for sure. My friend went KRAZY upset here! But "no one's perfect," as Caesar said lol. Nice setup inside tho kind crammed. Meat, pork, pierogis were best, but really they are all tasty! Potato, cheese, onion all good. They have some desserts also. Some are outsourced like the creme brulee, which was tops. The pizza pot pie everyone talks about is just okay to me, it's in Chicago so you know there's so much pizza here the competition if fiercer than a Roman gladiator match! But again, the pierogis rule Chicago here! read more

Very interested in the place. Large party appeared to be enjoying themselves. No place to sit down and greeted by a feline. Left.

FANTASTIC spot!! Hidden Chicago gem. Polish/Italian owner. Mostly pieorgies (even gluten free Celiac safe options available) but a handful of other delicious homemade items. Several off-menu dishes like escargot in dill sauce, delicacy goose-blood soup (with fruit -and yes it's good! smooth w/Delicate sweetness to it) , fermented beet juice available for sampling and purchase. 65% Authentic, thick , various flavored hot chocolate. 200+ teas (tins also available for purchase). Serves Hawaiian coffee. Fresh pickled cucumbers. Sturgeon caviar available for purchase. Just a surprise with each glance or chat. Try to go when owner Caesar is there- entertaining conversationalist. Next door is for overflow crowds but serves as a reading room. No board games yet but bring your own! All antiques you see are availed for purchase as well. read more

Different in a really good way! I really like this place! Christian was gracious in explaining how everything works to me and here's my take. Positives: -Cozy Atmosphere: Good for a date or business lunch. They provide limited outdoor dining and do cater for groups too. - Unique offerings! One thing that I LOVED? The variety lunch! For under $10 you can mix and match your 6 pierogis! -Gluten Free Pierogis! They exist! Right here! - Hours of Operation: they are open for lunch! Brgrbelly up the street opens at 5pm and these guys seem to be the only game in town in the area. There is a Hubs chicken place across the street but tbh it looks shady af and I didn't want to go there. - Ukrainian Options! They have a Ukrainian pierogi! Go Ukraine! - Coffee! Growth Opportunities: - Beverage selection was very limited. No diet sodas available which surprised me. I ended up with a sparkling water but I'd suggest they bring in some cans of Diet Coke. -Boiled pierogis seemed to be the only option. I prefer mine cooked in oil on a stove top but boiling for whatever reason was the option they offered. - Just to get some greens in the diet, I would have loved if they had offered something to eat with the pierogis on the side like a salad. It's inexpensive, healthy, filling and makes me feel better about eating dough Overall: Overall a good experience! I got 2 potato cheddar & bacon, 2 sauerkraut and mushroom and two pulled pork. All three are unique offerings and all three weren't good, they were great! My favorite was the potato cheddar and bacon as it went majestically well with their fresh sour cream. Tbh these were the best tasting pierogis I have had! And that's WITH them being boiled! So this is a huge bonus and I love supporting small businesses. I would therefore urge you give these folks a try. They are committed to being great and silly one off error aside, it was a really good experience. read more

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Small cafe. I have to admit I have never sat down there. I mostly buy the frozen pierogi. The counterman is very friendly and will tell you exactly how to cook them. They are the best frozen pierogi I've ever had, and I've had from quite a few places. read more

Amazing. Food was so amazing. Definitely coming back. We're highly recommend to anybody.

First time attending this local cafe. Highly recommend! completely amazed on the service (the owner) and delish pierogis and his pot pie pizza the crust, sauce, and cheese. chefs kiss! And the best his homemade chocolate cover prune/plum. Perfect amount of sweetness read more

Caesar Pierogi - Cappuccino Latte - Cafes Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Great food, nice owners, good coffee and ambiance. Strong recommend! My favorites were the mozzarella mushroom and the chocolate hazelnut. read more

amazing GF pierogies. We bought frozen and cooked at home per the instructions proved by the funniest guy behind the counter. Seven of us ate 48 of the potato and cheese and mushroom and saurerkraut. Will go again! read more

Food is awesome, service is quick, plating is beautiful. Would recommend just sampling a bit of everything.

My coworker and I came on our lunch break and it did not disappoint. The cashier/server was a sweetheart, and made sure to recommend items. We got the 6 of potatoe and cheese perogis, made perfectly and tasted amazing. The decor is super cute. It's like my grammas living room . The gelato (salted caramel fudge) WAS ADDICTING. please come here, you won't regret it. Thank you guys for being so welcoming as well! 10/10 read more

Charming experience, easy banter from the owner/cook, and delicious pre-made pierogis (and gluten-free options!). It is not inexpensive. If you want pierogis, go; if you don't, your other options will be limited (but it's right there in the name!). read more

Just what the neighborhood needs! Also have homemade pizza puff/pie, baked empanadas, tamales, desserts and more! A variety of wonderful homemade Gelato. The hot drinking chocolate made from scratch - YUM!!! Owners are friendly and make you feel welcome. Cozy & unique intertwined with bit of "fine dining" indoor or out. Affordable! They've just added a tea shop next door which I'm told will have over 150 varieties including gourmet milk teas! It use to be a book store. They salvaged many books for a wonderful atmosphere! Tea should be ready next month (Oct 2023). Dog friendly outdoor dinningl I'll be there often! Inside (not pictured) creative and fun! read more

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The food was great. Service was extremely slow and unattentively. Yes, it is a good restaurant/cafe. The prices are very high. There is no menu with the bill of fare and pricing. 6 perogies cost $10.95. The server will invite you to add onion and butter but that increases the cost by $2.44. This totals $13.39 for 6 perogies. Not, including tax or gratuity. The perogies are on the small side. The stuffing/filling in the perogies is minimum. I'm Polish. In my many years of Polish, I have had homemade perogies from grandma, perogies in Poland, in Chicago restaurants, store purchased fresh, store purchased frozen. When presented a picture of perogies to select and to order no prices displayed. I was charged a higher price than what the server announced. Can I trust the server? For example, the server said the 6 perogies were $6.95. If you are at all on a budget, you might want to consider finding another restaurant/cafe. If you do go, remember to ask about prices at the time you place your order, the pricing is word of mouth from the server, knowing that even adding butter on the perogies costs extra, but the server does not tell you this information. read more

A great place with a European feeling. The owner is delightful and the food excellent. We had a hot chocolate and pierogi, both excellent, and the pizza is our next treat! Ceasar is a great cook and even better storyteller! The place is charming. Am definitely going back soon. read more