Super chill n relaxed space. Cute menu w brunch all day theme & some more dinner like options. I got the cubano. I hate to be so critical but.. i don't really get the dijonnaisse as a side condiment for the sandwich. It was tasty w the fries so it didn't detract from the overall dish but i didn't understand it being served on a cubano. I can understand it as a twist on a classic, but it didn't do it for me. The service was extremely efficient & nice. If I'm around again, maybe I'd grab a pastry, but there are a lot more places to try in the area. read more

Was literally so good. Really hit the spot. Got seated at the bar on a Sunday morning with no reservation. The Turkish eggs was great and so was the blueberry pancakes. Would come here again. read more

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I stumbled upon Cafe Robey on an errand day in Wicker Park and I immediately knew I needed an 'All Day Brunch' place in my life. A few of us made a whole day out of our first visit and ever since then it's our go-to brunch spot in this part of town. They have offerings anywhere from a classic breakfast order with eggs, bacon, toast and hashbrowns, to standouts like their bourbon custard french toast. A few of my non-negotiables include their hash browns (so dense and delectable), their maple glazed pork belly and their s'mores croissant (which might not be on their menu anymore?!). The service is always attentive and speedy. While I recommend reservations, there have been a few times we've gotten lucky and seated with a walk-in. read more

Cafe Robey - S'mores croissant - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Delightful in every day! Conveniently located in the heart of Wicker Park on the first from of The Robey Hotel, serving up delicious breakfast and lunch dishes. Pancakes were to die for! Breakfast sandwich was yummy as well, although the hash browns were a bit on the bland side. Still nice and crispy and fresh. Not cheap as the bill for 3 was $70+ with tip. Reservations are suggested but not required. Dining room is cozy with nice views of the surrounding neighborhood. Service was attentive and friendly, but not overly warm. Highly recommended! read more

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Tasha and Sam took great care of me. I really really love this place. Super great location in Chicago, yeah of course Chicago you can walk almost anywhere and do anything. Food amazing. Service fantastic ambience is a vibe you gotta go check it out. It's a really cool spot. I know this is shorter than most of my reviews, but I had this sitting on draft for a hot minute and all I know is is that I really enjoyed my time there And I think you will too check it out read more

Fantastic brunch place. Fun location- near a lot of other things to do. They have brunch all day, wasn't hard to get a reservation. Also LOVE that they take reservations since most places that serve brunch done. The place is cute, staff was very friendly Got the shrimp n grits and it did not disappoint. It was amazing. The maple honey pork belly was good but almost too big for even 2 people. Duck hash was good but was missing some crunchy texture I think. friends also enjoyed their dishes. Bloody Mary was a major disappointment though. And it was $17! My shrimp n grits was 19 so it just felt so overpriced in terms of a drink. Will be back read more

Cafe Robey - Shrimp and grits- amazing - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

I ate at this restaurant while visiting my daughter in Chicago. The breakfast was very delicious but the star of the show and the reason I will always keep this restaurant on my radar is for the maple glazed chicken sausage. Ive honestly not had anything like it and it was absolutely delicious! read more

Cafe Robey - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Love this spot for a delicious breakfast! Great service and yummy, fresh food. I love the huevos rancheros the best, but the yogurt parfait, shrimp and grits and pancakes are all excellent. I wish the hot tea came with a different set up, preferably a teapot of some sort just to avoid soaking a giant tea bag all at once in a small cup - but most places never cater to tea drinkers so I get it. Stop by for a great bite to eat. read more

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Mediocre ford, and drinks I think it's all about the location and trying to sell it but complete waste of money

I've seen this place on Instagram several times so we decided to stop by. We got lucky as there was one open table left, the main area isn't too big. It's in the bottom of a boutique hotel in Wicker Park. We actually walked by it several times without knowing. We ordered: - Duck Hash - Eggs in Purgatory - Loaded Potato Tots My favorite was actually the tots, they are more like cubes. Either way, the flavor makes it all the way through the potato. The Eggs in Purgatory were not bad, but you don't get much sausage. The hash was also flavorful, but more hash than duck. read more

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We were tired and hungry after a day of travel. We were staying at The Robey, so nothing was more convenient than Cafe Robey. The place is very cute and the wait staff was very pleasant and helpful. A drink sounded good. I opted for Oaxacan on Broken Glass - Mezcal, chile, lime, Angostura, hellfire bitters. They burn rosemary and place it in the drink, so be careful. I had a smudged nose after taking a sip! We started with a Cheddar Bacon Jalapeno Scone with Maple butter icing. Very tasty start. It definitely had a bit of a kick, which was wonderful with the maple butter icing. I opted for Avocado Toast w/ Chili crisp, pickled onion. It was good, but it was spicy in not necessarily a great way. Even though I knew it was coming, it was unexpected. I wanted to give it a try, but personal preferences win. I prefer my avocado toast creamy and cool. Mark ordered meatloaf, which I don't see on the current menu. Too bad, because it was very good. I had a taste and I was most definitely jealous. If it happens to show up on the menu again, I recommend it. Cafe Robey was great in a pinch, but we never went back. read more

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Every time I got to Cafe Robey I always have a delicious meal. The service is always great and the staff is very sweet. We are usually able to walk in without a reservation. The Turkish eggs are so good and full of flavor. Their bacon is always cooked to perfection and the French toast is fantastic. Definitely recommend! read more

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Cafe Robey is an all-day brunch spot, which seems to be popular with the locals. We came here as a large group, and we ordered the following: +a Yogurt Parfait +a Breakfast Plate - comes with 2 eggs, hash browns, toast, and a choice of protein (bacon, sausage, or steak); opted for the bacon +Breakfast Tacos - filled with scrambled eggs, pork al pastor, potatoes, oaxacan cheese, and avocado salsa verde +an Egg Sandwich - with chive scramble, bacon, cheddar, hash brown patty, and sriracha, in a caramelized potato bun +Buttermilk Pancakes - topped with whipped butter and powdered sugar +Chilaquiles Rojo - topped with cilantro, onions, crema, avocado, queso fresco, and sunny-side up eggs +Shrimp & Grits - mascarpone grits with cajun butter sauce, roasted sweet corn, and jalapenos +and, sides of Maple Glazed Pork Belly Overall, the food was fine, but could have been served warm; there was also too much of a wait time to figure out who our server was, getting our orders in, receiving orders, getting refills or even obtaining water, and getting our check. The place is kind of cramped, and there really isn't much room for individuals to walk around or get to their tables, aside from banging up your thighs, hips, and knees - pretty painful. The only plus side was the sitting area we found upstairs, most likely part of the hotel, in which we were able to find a quieter space to catch up. Limited street parking can be found in the area. +lukewarm food +inattentive service +limited street parking in the area read more

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My best friend lives down the street from this place and recommended we get brunch here one weekend. We made reservations (they only take reservations, I believe). I picked out the biscuits and gravy and they were the best I think I've ever had. They had pickled peppers and they were so good!! My best friend got the bread with the whipped spread- which was also amazing!! (We lived on leftovers for the next day!) everything we got was so good. I would enjoy another visit! read more

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My friends wanted to try this place and it was mid. The place was packed but I am assuming it is because of hotel guests. The food was inconsistent. It was either too salty or not enough. The only dish I would get is the shrimp n grits. I think the rest were not worth the price. The biscuits n gravy did not have enough gravy for the biscuits. The pancakes were $12 for 2 and with chocolate chips was $3. Their syrup had an aftertaste that made it seem like it was caramelized somehow. The caesar salad was small and not that filling. The salad on top of the fried chicken cutlet made the cutlet a bit soggy. Service was slow. It is designed very cute though. read more

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I made a reservation for me and my daughter for a Chicago Restaurant week breakfast. I was nervous at first because Yelp has it labeled not good for kids but that is incorrect! They have a kids menu and even had crayons, coloring paper, and kids water cups. They were super sweet with my daughter and I'm so glad I brought her with me! For my meal I ordered the ricotta toast and esquites skillet. I also ordered a chai latte to go with the coffee cake which is part of the CRW menu. The cake is super soft and not too sweet. The ricotta toast is beautiful. It came drizzled with jam and chili honey and covered with pumpkin seeds and pecans. It tasted amazing. The esquites was exquisite. It has corn, al pastor, peppers, crispy potatoes, and was topped with two sunny side up eggs. It tasted close to an elote so I was very satisfied. Though there is no free parking, they did have free wifi so this is a good spot for working too! read more

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Great brunch spot in the heart of wicker! This is an insanely perfect location for a brunch if you want to walk around the neighborhood afterwards and explore, as so many great places are right at your fingertips. Cafe Robey feels very warm, and an inviting location. The atmosphere makes you want to grab a coffee and chat for a while. They have a lot of options seating wise, making it great for people who are looking for a quick solo bite, or for a large group gathering. Definitely recommend reservations because of how packed it can get on the weekends. Service was top notch and everyone was very friendly. We had some lattes that were great, followed by an omelette which was really good, but for the price I wish it came with a small amount of some side. I definitely would come back for brunch or to try some of their lunch items! read more

Cafe Robey - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

*Restaurant Week Review* I did the $30 brunch for CRW and it was such a great deal! To start, I did the Loaded Potato Tots which were delicious! The tots aren't your traditional ones - they are chunkier and have a perfect ratio of crispy bites and soft potatoes. For my main, I did the Cinnamon Crusted French Toast which was so good and I didn't need to add syrup since it was perfectly sweet! It was topped with warm cinnamon baked apples and cinnamon toast crunch. They also brought out the coffee cake just before the french toast. I wish it was brought out as the starter like it said on the menu so I could enjoy it more, but nonetheless, it was moist and filled with the perfect combination of cranberry and cream cheese. Service was pretty good and I loved the overall ambiance of the place. Entrance to the cafe is located at the hotel entrance (over by the valet stand). Paid parking is available on the street and the Damen stop is right out front! This is a spot where I actually see myself coming back for brunch (because it's all day!). read more

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Delicious food, great service and lovely neighborhood spot! Our server was Jorge and he was absolutely lovely, and speedy, my brother was visiting from out of town and loved this spot. Side note the breakfast potatoes are SO GOOD and pancakes! read more

Cafe Robey is a modern diner in Wicker Park. It's an easy walk-in, warm, and cozy. Menu is what you expect, classics with a twist. Dishes range from classics, creative classics, to Latin (e.g. cubano sandwich). Dishes are generally smaller but good. And, they do have exceptional pancakes. They are gigantic, light, and fluffy. Perhaps the best part of Cafe Robey is the building. It's located in the Robey hotel at the well-known 6 corners landmark in wicker park. Above Cafe Robey is Clever Coyote, a funky retro bar with board games and pool. At the top of the building is Up Room, a swanky wine bar with views of the city (Note, wait time is 2hrs when busy). Between Cafe Robey, Clever Coyote, and Up Room you could make a whole evening & night out of it. Highly recommend Cafe Robey for a casual lunch that's a bit more special or if you're searching from your next favorite pancake. read more

We ended our stay at the Robey with a breakfast at the café. The service was exquisite. We had two Americanos that were very memorable in how delicious they turned out. I had a Turkish eggs and the flavor was fabulous. In all our time at the Robey was a treat and this lovely restaurant was a great way to say goodbye. read more

Came here for brunch on a weekend. They have reservations which is nice. I've heard good things about this restaurant. It was a cozy environment. Service was friendly. I ordered the Breakfast Plate ($15).: Two eggs (ordered scrambled and added cheese), hash browns, toast, bacon. Overall, it was cooked well but I found everything had too much oil on it. It overpowered the meal and weighed it down. I like shredded hash browns but they weren't anything special. We also split the cinnamon banana bread. I really enjoyed that and would get it again! read more

Cafe Robey - Breakfast Plate 15 Two eggs* any style, hash browns, toast, bacon - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Overall this was fine. Good but not great. The food is average and the portion sizes were fairly small. Loaded hashbrowns were great but everything else lacked a bit of flavor. Service was also not great. We were never checked on and had to flag our waitress for refills, bill, etc. read more

There was an amazing muffin with honey cinnamon butter but I devour it. Anywho this Turkish egg was good. I suggest dig the toast already before it dries out. read more

Cafe Robey - Turkish eggs - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

My friends and I had a fabulous brunch at Cafe Robey after this year's Bucktown 5K. I'd been there for brunch about 5 years ago and had good food, albeit off a very small menu. I was looking for a race day restaurant where I could get a brunch reservation, and they popped to mind. Since my first visit, Cafe Robey has expanded their brunch menu while maintaining great quality. Among the three of us, we had the breakfast sandwich, Robey's Benedict, and heirloom tomato panzanella, with espresso drinks all around. The breakfast sandwich was mine, and they were nice enough to scramble my egg instead of doing it sunny side up as listed on the menu. It arrived and was not only enormous, but also accompanied by a beautiful wedge of very finely grated hash browns. The sandwich was exactly what I hoped, with a nicely toasted English muffin, savory sausage, mild cheese, and just enough spread to add flavor while not being gloopy. I was also impressed by the hash browns. Despite the wedge being thick, it was both crispy on the outside and perfectly done on the inside. My friends each liked their dishes as well. My cappuccino was very good, and our service friendly and attentive while not being intrusive. It's pretty easy to pass by Cafe Robey or assume it's just a mediocre hotel restaurant, but I think this is a fantastic choice for brunch in Wicker Park. It won't be another 5 years before I go back! read more

Cafe Robey - Breakfast sandwich with scrambled egg, which came with the hash brown wedge on the side - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Tip: enter through the hotel, not the side door! They serve breakfast all day so this place is a must for fans of eggs, hash and everything in between. In terms of ambience, they really have a casual air about them. There truly was no consistent dress code (basketball shorts to collared shirts). Good service, though, it's a little crowded inside and hard to flag down a server. Try it at least once! -AT read more

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The Robey Café never disappoints. The staff is so nice, and while it does get busy on weekends, it's totally worth it. The food feels fresh and made with care, and the place is always clean and bright. I honestly love everything about it. read more

Cafe Robey - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Great service at a cute location in a nice neighborhood. But a little bit pricey, which was to be expected, considering its location and being in a hotel. read more

Post work brunch with coworkers! We loved all the entrees we ordered. Would recommend this place and would go back to try other things. Friend got eggs in purgatory and he has a low spice tolerance but was able to eat it and loved it! The whipped ricotta is a great appetizer with a kick to it as well. Other friend got the s'more croissant that was probably the one thing not to recommend unless you enjoy really sweet things. Service was quick and friendly as well! read more

Cafe Robey - S'more Croissant - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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We discovered Cafe Robey by accident, while looking for someplace to have dinner before we went to Subterranean for 70s Disco night show. So glad we found this place as we have already been back twice. First of all, I was not even aware that the Coyote Building was a hotel or that there was a restaurant in it. The restaurant has a chilled vibe, cozy and comfy like. It has a very relax feel to it and the decor is light and airy. Getting in was somewhat confusing...you can enter from the street through a revolving door or through the lobby of the hotel. There is window seating across from the bar and a fair number of tables. I must say I was intrigued with the menu concept of breakfast all day. For me there is nothing like having breakfast for dinner...so deliciously decadent. For starters, we got the Sweet Potato Bread (pecan streusel, maple cinnamon butter) and a Cheddar Bacon Jalapeno Scone with Maple butter icing. Both of these were delish and are made in-house. The scone was so good I had another with my main course and took an order of the sweet potato bread home for the next day. For my entree I got the Duck Hash with potato, poblano peppers, charred onions, sunny side up eggs, served in a skillet. This was a very good dish and I was surprised at the amount of duck meat in it. This was definitely a great dish and one I would most definitely order. The Doctor did order it on our second visit and completely cleaned his skillet. In addition to the hash, I also got a side of the Maple Glazed Pork Belly. That was very good, if you like pork belly....I know it is not everyone's cup of tea because of the fat content. But the glaze was lovely and just the right amount of sweetness to complement the the savory side of the pork belly. For our first visit, The Doctor got the cheeseburger and fries, which he said was very good. The Queen got the omelette because she wanted something light. It had crispy potato, oaxacan cheese, chipotle crema, scallion, and bacon bits. As she also cleaned her plate, I assume it was also good. Second time back I got the Robey's Benedict (two 5 min eggs, fried green tomato, andouille sausage, cajun hollandaise). Definitely a variation on a theme, Nawleans style, with the sausage and hollandaise sauce. The sauce was really good; next time I get this dish, I would asked for extra. The sausage was good, but there wasn't a lot of it. The benny consisted more of the fried green tomatoes and the egg, but it was good nonetheless. Because it was Easter Sunday on our second visit, the restaurant had carrot pancakes with cream cheese frosting and crispy coconut. My BFF and I got an order...he normally doesn't clean his plate, but he did with these. I have to say I am not a fan of carrot cake, but man these pancakes were very good. I ended up taking half of the Robey's Benedict and pancakes home, having them for dinner. For those who don't want to do breakfast, they do have other items like sandwiches and dinner entrees after 5 pm. They also have a nice selection of wines that include a brut and rose sparkling (Yay me!). The staff was very attentive and friendly and we didn't feel rushed in any way. This restaurant has made the list and we will be back. read more

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This is the restaurant for Hotel Robey and they have an all-day brunch menu in an inviting, dark-wood-lined space with lots of big windows. It's great for treating yourself and your party to upscaled riffs on American breakfast staples. We can recommend: - The pumpkin muffin (not too sweet, and served warmed up so it's like eating it fresh from the oven, with a pumpkin-spice-latte whipped butter) - Eggs in purgatory (two eggs poached in a spicy tomato sauce served with calabrian sausage, ricotta, marinated tomatoes, basil, and toasted bread) - Breakfast tacos (scrambled eggs, pork al pastor, fried potatoes, oaxacan cheese, served with a fresh, cilantro-forward avocado salsa verde) - The breakfast plate (two eggs any style with hash browns, toast, and choice of bacon, sausage, or substitute steak for extra, which we recommend) The food is well-made and tasty, the service is professional. We'll be coming back to try things more from the lunch/dinner side of their brunch menu. read more

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It's better than good - Cafe Robey has an unassuming level of comfort that delivers both a sleek and homey design along with some very tasty food. Truth be told, not everyone in my party loved their dish as much as I did mine. Shrimp with Grits usually gets my attention and it was the star at our table. Perfectly cooked shrimp sits atop mascarpone grits, cajun butter sauce, roasted sweet corn, scallions and jalapeño. It's nicely textured and very shareable. At my table, everyone wished they ordered this. The Duck Hash (Potato, poblano peppers, charred onions, sunny side up eggs) sounded better than it was. The big drawback was very dry duck meat. Hard to love this as served, but maybe this was an an off day. The buttermilk pancakes (with strawberries) were good, though nothing exceptional. Gorgeous setting inside the hotel. The lighting and the tables are lovely (though our table for three was too tight for ourselves and our various dishes and drinking vessels.) Walk to other rooms and floors in the hotel to see what else they've done here. It's really nice. So glad there's another solid entry sitting on the border of Wicker Park and Bucktown. Also thrilled that the building has really come alive after years of laying fallow. Looking forward to another visit soon. read more

Cafe Robey - Shrimp with Grits - fantastic. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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We love this cute little cafe! I am gluten free, so I opted to have my pulled pork on a bed of lettuce. They do have GF Bread available though. It was so tasty! My husband enjoyed his caprese sandwich and salad. Our server Rocky was great. He checked with the kitchen to make sure my meal was GF, and provided good service through the meal. The food was served quickly and the price was pretty reasonable. This was our second visit to this restaurant and I am sure we will be back. read more

Cafe Robey - Pulled pork with jalapeño and avocado on a bed of lettuce with a side salad. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Cute spot for brunch! Their menu had some creative options such as pork tostadas and brussel sprout salad with some vegan friendly options too. Espresso martinis were also on point and the food came out quickly! read more

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Many hotel restaurants are fine, this one's great. Had brunch today - I got the chilaquiles and an espresso martini, friends got the eggs Benedict and the omelet. Everything was flavorful and portions were more than adequate. I was so happy with my chilaquiles even though I generally prefer green over red sauce for the dish. Espresso martini wasn't too sweet. The server was helpful in making selections. read more

Cafe Robey - Chilaquiles - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Highly dependable restaurant in terms of flavor and quality of food. I have been here a couple of times and have always enjoyed the service. This time, I had a slightly overly well done hash brown and in their defense I had asked for well done hash brown. Despite this, highly recommend this all day brunch restaurant! read more

Cafe Robey - Chilaquiles Rojo - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Loaded Potato Tots:Different than i expected but not a bad thing. Hash browns formed into crispy squares instead of actually tots but still good flavor and texture a little light on toppings (ranch chive and bacon bits) would be the only critique Crispy Chicken Sandwich: The sauce had flavors of chile ancho so a bit spicy. Crispy breading and good sized portion. Egg sandwich: Flavor of the sauce was a much needed touch, cheese works well with dish. Very subtle flavoring in the sandwich overall. S'mores Croissant: More bread like than croissant Good outer crust but lacking layers from a true croissant. Generous amount of nutella marshmallow and chocolate filling. Staff were friendly and accommodating. Asked questions about special items on the menu and they were not hesitant to find answers to my questions. Location and layout of restaurant was cute and fun would like to come back. read more

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Catching up on Yelp reviews as I visited back in May. I lived in Wicker Park for 3 years and I never tried Cafe Robey. I am not a fan of hotel bars or restaurants as they always upcharge for convenience. Since I was moving, I decided that I should give it a try! I got in at 10am on Memorial Day as a single. The group of 3 in front of me had to wait 10 mins so not a bad wait on a holiday weekend. Ambiance was well lit with natural light and a cozy atmosphere. Eggs Benedict were . Actually probably one of the best I've had in the city. Hollandaise sauce super flavorful. Poached egg was perfect and fluffy. English muffin wasn't stale. The sausage on the side was a nice touch. The fried cucumber or pickle gave it a nice little tartness to the dish, which worked insanely well. Bacon was good. Service was very good. They were very good at filling up water, which I love. Food came out extremely fast. Prices are fair for Chicago. Overall, I see why Cafe Robey is very popular and I agree that it was very good! I shouldn't have waited so long to try it for the first time until I decided to move away from Wicker Park. read more

Cafe Robey - Eggs Benedict, bacon, and cold brew. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

A friend of mine was wanting to try a new spot for brunch and it was her turn to choose a good joint. She had been eyeing Cafe Robey for some time now and said ok lets hit this up on a recent, warm Saturday afternoon. The door situation in this building is always confusing but make sure you follow the signs and you will be ok lol. Nothing special about the interior as its a common looking dining space in a hotel, but it is a nice sized space. Menu look good with a nice amount of options and I decided on the Duck Hash with a fruit bowl on the side. The Duck Hash came in an iron skillet topped with an egg..was very good and filling. I could have shared but maxed the whole thing lol. My friend got the chilaquilas which was very good as well. I would definitely order that upon return or recommend. Oaxacan on a Broken Glass cocktail was delicious and washed down the good food as well as the raspberry bellini. All in all, good place in the Robey Hotel to check out for a nice breakfast/brunch. We had Edith as a server and she was very cool and helpful with menu selection. I definitely plan to return. read more

Cafe Robey - Duck Hash, Chilaquiles & fruit bowl - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Really cute all day brunch spot located in the bottom floor of the hotel robey. Charming old school feel, great menu with lots of choices. We split the avocado toast with jammy egg and the omelette - both good. They have pancakes, eggs in purgatory and more. Get the ricotta spread with cherry jam and toast - we didn't and ended up regretting it as we watched several tables order it. Make a reservation as this place gets packed. Service was good. Recommend if in the area. Parking tricky but found a metered spot a few blocks away read more