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    Eggy's Diner Chicago

    4.0 (1.1k reviews)
    Closed 7:30 am - 3:00 pm
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    White Mocha Latte
    Alli W.

    We had breakfast here on Thursday morning during our trip and the place was almost empty! Homey and warm place with gorgeous views outside. Staff here were friendly, quick and efficient with their service. White mocha latte - Yum! Perfect balance of sweet and bitter without one overpowering. The drink was super creamy and tasty. Avocado toast - Too much arugula in this but the overall taste was really delicious. We appreciated how they served fruit as a side. Biscuit and gravy with scrambled eggs - Scrambled eggs were bland. Biscuit was more like having a donut - fluffy and soft to eat. It was a satisfying dish to have overall for breakfast.

    Fried Chicken & Biscuits
    Benedict C.

    We found Eggy's while looking for breakfast places within walking distance to our hotel. The place is very nice and it wasn't too busy on a rainy Sunday morning. Our party of 2 was seated right away and our waitress brought over some water and took our drink orders. I went with the fried chicken and biscuits while my dining partner went with the American skillet. The food came out pretty quickly and it was all solid. I tried the breakfast potatoes first and they were seasoned perfectly and cooked well. They had some bite to them but they weren't hard. They were seasoned pretty simply but they tasted great. The fried chicken was fried very well; the outside was almost crispy while the interior stayed juicy. I love sausage gravy and Eggy's is solid; delicious when slathered over the fried chicken and biscuits. The overeasy eggs on top added even more to the textures and flavors. The biscuits were the lowlight of the meal but they were still decent. One of them was a little overdone so it was super dry while the other was softer. A little inconsistent but they were both tasty. I enjoyed their coffee and my girlfriend seemed to enjoy her matcha latte and American skillet. All-in-all, a solid breakfast spot.

    Veggie Skillet
    Swapna S.

    Went here for a weekday brunch and it was pretty crowded. Service was quick. Menu was huge with large diner menu of pancakes, skillets and many more I got the skillet and soup. I am glad that i found something vegetarian in the menu even though it was egg based. Its a bit more on the pricey side for a diner. Ambiance was bright and service was decent

    China
    Russell G.

    We went twice while we were visiting Chicago. The food was good- flavorful and warm. The service was timely and the servers were attentive and nice. It's a bit busy in there and you may end up sitting very close to other people, but I appreciated them trying to reduce wait times.

    Eggy's Benedict
    Julianne C.

    good brunch food but not worth the wait to get seated or the wait to get food. on a sunday morning, the wait was obnoxiously long and once we ordered, it also took awhile to receive our food. we ordered a smoothie in addition to our order and the staff forgot about it for so long that we just cancelled the order. in terms of food, it's solid but not anything particularly special. the chicken tortilla soup was delectable and the chorizo eggs benedict was a nice combo. but the panini was pretty normal. the interior has diner vibes, it's very casual.

    Grilled Chicken Sandwich.

    What a great find. Popped in here for lunch and enjoyed it very much. The grilled chicken sandwich had a great spicy sauce. BLT sandwich was good, but should be made with iceberg lettuce, not field greens. My Tortilla soup was great. Excellent French fries. Broad menu of breakfast and typical diner food. Isaac was a great server.

    Sofya Z.

    Obsessed! Eggy's is phenomenal, delicious food, fast service, large portions, and super affordable. Perfect spot for breakfast, brunch, or lunch. Always hits the spot!

    Jazmine P.

    This place was a hot commodity when we went in, it was a long wait so we sat at the bar for quicker service. I got chicken and waffles, it was just ok. The chicken quality and prep wasn't flavorful or well cooked to me. The waffle was a little hard, but with some butter it was ok. My friend got the French toast, she didn't finish it because the toppings were overwhelming. Potatoes were a little bland. The staff were kind and accommodating.

    Rohan D.

    I used to be a regular decades ago when I worked nearby at Tower Ambulance and was in and out of Edgewater Hospital. Edgewater was a true community hospital, and Eggy's was a friendly, wonderful hospital cafeteria. The original owner served up comforting breakfast and coffee to hardworking medical workers and distraught patients' family and friends and helped heal our hearts. One of my favorite memories of those younger days was having breakfast at Eggy's. One of my deep regrets at aging is that I cannot eat like that every morning. Some of my favorite dishes are on the menu at this upscale much more expensive 21st Century version, but the decor and location are certainly more posh. Actually compared to the rest of the immediate area, the food is a relatively good deal here. It's perfect if you're staying at the Sofitel or otherwise nearby. Sadly, none of the workers seem to know anything about the original owner even though there's a article about him on the wall (young people don't read I guess).

    Patty Melt
    Erin C.

    Went on a Sunday with family after church. The food is delicious and well seasoned. I had the patty melt and sweet potato fries, my sister had the bagel and lox, my brother in law had a crepe with berries, my niece had French toast with Nutella, my nephew had crepes. Everyone cleaned their plate. I also had an espresso martini and my sister had a dragon fruit margarita. I've had better espresso martinis, my sister loved her margarita. The wait staff was very patient and helpful, we had 4 kids under 10. The vibe was family friendly but also many adults having brunch. I'll be back to try more menu items.

    Puerco Picante Skillet
    Penny B.

    Sunday brunch!!! The restaurant itself was a little difficult to find but once we found it, we hit a jackpot. The restaurant is a cute, trendy spot with fun signs around. All the savory dishes (skillet, black bean burger, veggie panini) were incredible! The fries are shoestring cut, crispy, and very yummy. The chicken and waffles dish was huge. Could be shared if you have a smaller appetite. (It's a whole half of a chicken.) The crepes were just alright. They weren't thin enough and there wasn't enough nutella on it for my liking. The service was very quick and responsive. I will definitely be visiting again!

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    I can't wait to go back at Eggys. Their mexican skillet is absolutely fantastic!! I could eat it every day.

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    My foXXXy wife brought me here and this place is EGG-cellent! The Chilaquiles are the BOMB.

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    I stumbled in here for a quick lunch and it was awesome! Staff was nice, food was fast and delicious. What a great find, I will be back!

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    The service was exceptional, and the food was delicious! We had the chilaquiles and standard pancake, eggs and bacon breakfast. Loved it!

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    Hi? Does anyone know where or what brand is the orange juice they serve im from florida and have not been able to find that sweeten taste and wonderful taste their orange juice had when i visited

    Sorry. I don't know the answer.

    Can anyone clarify the seating policy for the bar? It has always been walk up and first come first serve, but we were just kicked out as walk-ups for a reservation by the hostess? Is this the new policy?

    We ate at the bar last time, but were seated by the hostess there. We were a family of 4.

    Does anyone know if eggy's potatoes are gluten free? Thanks!

    Potatoes in general are gluten free. I don't see anything that's added that would result in them not being gluten free.

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