This is by far one of the best breakfast spots in Chicago! Someone suggested this restaurant to my boyfriend and I since we were in the neighborhood so we decided to check it out. I ordered the Veggie Skillet and added sautéed jalapeños with a white chocolate latte. All skillets come with either a pancake or toast. My boyfriend ordered the Puerco Picante Skillet with an orange juice. The food was delicious!! They were not skimpy on the jalapeños at all! The potatoes were well seasoned and the veggies were sautéed nicely. The pancake was nice and fluffy and very tasty! My boyfriend said the orange juice was very fresh. You can tell it was freshly squeezed. The white chocolate latte was the perfect sweetness. It wasn't overly sweet. Just enough. Our waitress was super friendly and the staff did a great job in making us feel welcome. 10/10 will return!! read more

Eggy's Diner Chicago - Veggie Skillet with sautéed jalapeños and pancake. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Place was fantastic, not to busy at 08:30 Service was great, food was fantastic and hit the spot for that diner vibe. Price was maybe a touch more than we thought it would be in comparison to NYC diners but again, nothing that should really put you off. $55 for two breakfasts, extra toast and two drinks. Little bit of a walk away from central downtown but nice enough. Would eat here again. read more

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Such a cute breakfast and brunch place near the park! We went Saturday morning and it was super crowded. I suggest getting there early. The food was delicious and I was happy they served alcohol as well! It seemed they were inadequately staffed so be patient! read more

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Incredible service! Our waiter Freddy was so personable and accommodating, while the food and drinks were also great!

If you're fortunate enough to have a 30+ minute wait, there is a dog park located just outside the front, across the way. There are several benches, both shaded and partially sunny, to sit and enjoy creeping on other people's dogs. This was the highlight of our breakfast as we had to leave our pooches with the sitter for the weekend. The Greek Skillet was much better than my omelet. But both were very tasty. Service was prompt and attentive. We had plenty of time to recall and compare our observations of the joyous puppy interactions. read more

The only reason I can't give this place a five star was because of my egg. Personally I do not like super runny eggs on a sandwich. I couldn't eat the sandwich with my hands because it was way too messy. The Benedict was good but did not have a lot of sauce. Loved how the classic Benedict came on a waffle- so good on a waffle. Loved the lattes, such good cups!! Fun vibe inside of the restaurant, went on St. Patrick's day and had so many great drink options to celebrate!! read more

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The food was so average. A lot of options that all sound good but the delivery was disappointing. Our waiter didn't seem to know the menu well (i.e. panini was supposed to come with soup and he was just going to omit that from the meal). He took our plates before we were finished eating. I also got sprayed by the squirt bottle when the busser was cleaning the table next to me. Overall not a great experience. read more

Eggy's Diner Chicago - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

We stopped by Eggy's while helping a friend move into his new apt nearby. Their menu is really extensive and had a ton of good options. I got the chicken and waffles cause I was craving some fried chicken. Presentation was really on point, no surprises. The fried chicken was lightly battered but I thought it was a bit dry and not as flavorful as I wanted. The waffle was just OK. I was expecting it a bit more crispy, but it felt a bit floury/doughy for me. It definitely gets busy around here on weekends for brunch. We came here around 130 and waited like 20mins, so we definitely beat the rush. I tried my friends gyros skillet and it was super good! For sure I just picked the wrong dish at this place so I'll definitely be back to try something else when I'm in the area again! read more

Eggy's Diner Chicago - Chicken & Waffles - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

My boyfriend and I ordered the chorizo skillet and fruit pancakes. Food was good, but the portion for the skillet could have been bigger for the price. Service was fast and it was busy for Sunday brunch so be prepared to wait! read more

Eggy's Diner Chicago - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

I really wanted to like this place since it came highly recommended. The server pretty much ignored me while being attentive to the table next to me. I love eggs Benedict so I was excited to try their crab version. Imagine my surprise when it came out looking like this. Those brown things are roasted potatoes that were barely warm, just like the crab cakes. The eggs weren't fully poached. I left a tiny tip and a note about the service. Their lack of hospitality ruined my experience at a place I'd otherwise rave about. read more

Eggy's Diner Chicago - Those dark brown things aren't rocks. They're supposed to be roasted potatoes - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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I work in a nearby building and order take out a few times a month - always great! I usually get breakfast items, they have a great gluten free pancake. Food is also done quickly, I can order online and it's ready by the time I walk down to the restaurant. Lots of variety with breakfast and lunch items. read more

Cute little dinner on the edge of Lakeshore East Park. Food is great with big portions, fast service, and very family or single diner friendly!! Love the ceramic mugs for coffee. Omelettes are all 4 egg and LOADED with ingredients. They also have coffees with extra adult offerings if you're in the mood. Couldn't recommend any more if you want a local place slightly off the beaten path!! read more

Eggy's Diner Chicago - Cutest. Mug. Ever. And you can buy one like I did!! - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Came here for lunch with coworkers on a Tuesday and was happy with our experience. Eggy's does not take reservations but we didn't have an issue with a party of 6 being seated around 11:45am on a Tuesday. I could see there being a wait on the weekend, but they do the Yelp waitlist so that helps too. A few of my coworkers ordered breakfast items and enjoyed them. I ordered a club sandwich and holy portion batman, that thing was huge!!! It also came with fries and a soup. Reasonably priced too. I'd happily order that again! Nice spot tucked away in lakeshore east, would definitely recommend if you're in the area. I hope to make it out for a boozy brunch when I'm not working. read more

Eggy's Diner offers hearty, delicious food with a friendly neighborhood feel. Two of us came in on a Sunday afternoon and sat at the bar during the lunch rush. The place was packed and we were lucky to have found empty seats at the bar near their kitchen counter. We were lucky enough to not have to wait. Their specials are etched in huge neon chalk on blackboards hung above their semi-open kitchen. Heavy plates of brunch food placed on the counter and I kept peaking over my shoulder to get a glimpse of what other people ordered, to help me decide. "Oh, there's a beautiful plate of chilaquiles... And look at that PILE of fresh toast with Nutella... check out those roasted potatoes." I was narrating what looked good, which was everything coming out of the kitchen. I especially eyed the chilaquiles, which was a popular item, garnished with a generous dollop of sour cream and laden with sliced avocados. Ultimately, I ordered Puerco Picante skillet because I wanted a base of potatoes, and requested a side of red salsa and sour cream. My partner ordered the breakfast poutine and a side of 2 pancakes. (You can choose 1 or 2.) Each of our entrées came with eggs our way, and the skillet comes with a side of toast or pancakes. As we were waiting for our food, we sipped on drinks; a hot toddy and a Romana Latté. The Romana Latté had a very strong anise flavor to it, and it was the first time I tried anything with the Romana Sambuca Liqueur (had to google it). They also have winter drink specials: Bailey's Pumpkin Latté, Caribbean Nutella Hot Cocoa, Mexican Coffee (hint: tequila!), and Mexican Homemade Eggnog, and Mexican Hot Cocoa. Every single item sounded like a hug for your soul against the bone-chilling Chicago winter outside. I loved the food and friendly service here. Everything is freshly made and I even heard a customer further down the bar say to the staff, "I wish I lived here. I come here every time I'm in town and I'm from Virginia." Eggy's Diner fosters that loyalty through their simply-stated and quality food. I'm glad I was introduced to this lovely sanctuary of a diner. If I lived in the neighborhood, I'd become a regular. It's 4 star review leaning towards 5, because I want to try a few other things on their menu. "5 stars" to me means undeniably a consistent favorite, and so I can't wait to be back for chilaquiles, a pastrami panini, their tortilla soup... it might as well be everything coming out of their kitchen. PS - I loved sitting at the bar. If you ever have trouble deciding what you want, you can gaze at the orders up on the kitchen counter. read more

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I wanted to love this venue so bad seeing the reviews, but was sorely disappointed. I ordered breakfast for delivery and paid a nice tip upfront not knowing whether the service would match or not. Unfortunately, with my food delivery there were no utensils, no condiments and no butter and syrup for the pancakes. Why?!?! That's what the upfront tip was for. It was paying it forward for hopefully getting great service. Eggy's please remember, if you want happy customers and you're asking for tips ahead of time for delivered food, please make sure to check all the boxes. Don't screw over the customers who actually pay the tip ahead of time. Not a good look. read more

I picked Eggy's for breakfast because it was a 10 minute walk from my hotel (Sheraton Grand). It was not busy at 830 in the morning on a Saturday and I was seated right away. I started with a delicious caramel latte. It was very sweet but very good. I also got the fresh squeezed grapefruit juice that was tart and flavorful. I did a create your own omelette and got bacon and cheddar, and it was huge (they make them with four eggs). I chose potatoes and a pancake as sides and it was so much food! Everything was delicious. The omelette had a good ratio of cheese and bacon, with plenty of both. The pancake came with syrup and was sprinkled with powdered sugar. The potatoes were my least favorite because they had the least amount of flavor. They weren't inedible, I was just expecting some seasoning on them. The prices are a little higher here ($11 for an omelette), but the portion was huge and the food very good so it was worth it to me. read more

Eggy's Diner Chicago - Bacon and cheddar omelette - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Fantastic! It was busy but the hostess was calm and collected. I got the Eggy's -- double burger + sweet potato fries + soup. Meaty and filling. Faces the small dog park - definitely eat outside when you can! read more

We shot over from Wildberry where the wait was asanine. It's a short walk up a light incline, make a left, then down a couple of escalators, out the door to your right. Eggys was also pretty hopping, the server greeted us with a smile and let us know that there was a short wait for a table for two. She asked for my cell number & 3 minutes later my phone buzzed that our table was ready. The day after a full marathon, you are ravenous. I saw chilaquilas on the menu, which intrigued me. I'm a gambler, so I went for it. I'm also a fan of mixing it up, so I added on an Irish coffee. The drinks were festive and delicious. It was the best Irish coffee I've ever had. The food came out so quickly, I was kind of in shock. The chilaquilas were...amazing. The egg was cooked perfectly. The jalapenos carried just the right amount of heat to compliment the dish,. without pushing everything else off the stage. Some of the chips had crunch and the sauce was heavenly. My only regret was that, unlike my legs the day before, the size of my stomach let me down. I paced myself and I gave it by best effort but I couldn't finish it. I was so full. I was so sad to leave any of it behind. You know when you've come across a special meal, this was one. read more

On my first visit the jury is out. I had high hopes for this nearby diner and chicken and waffles got me! Pros Expansive breakfast, brunch and lunch menu Nicely decorated and easy to have a conversation Service is very nice from the front door to the kitchen and service in between. Cons I was hopeful for a delish chicken and waffles. The chicken was juicy inside and crispy outside. Although an odd batter more of a crispy skin than a batter. It was not hot and had no flavor. It was served w soggy waffles and maple syrup. Clearly everything was prepared in advance and served when ordered. Not a good idea for fried chicken or waffles with chicken on top. It also came w cole slaw which was grated cabbage w mayo on top. As I mentioned service was good. She checked in me and when I mentioned the soggy waffles she immediately offered to get me a fresh one. By the time it arrived I had had enough of the bland cold chicken. It looked like a waffle should, tall and crisp. Someone else came to clear my table. He did not identify himself but said the meal was on them and hoped I'd come back and try again. I may but I was truly disappointed. read more

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Place was delicious!!! My husband and I came here Easter weekend and truly enjoyed our meal and drinks. The staff was nice and efficient. The brought our food out quickly and piping hot. My husband got the verb and I got the Mexican skillet. They served the best breakfast food we had in Chicago. I highly recommend! read more

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"I had to get out of there because I couldn't look at what I ordered anymore" -Mom When your mom disapproves of the food you know that it is just not up to the breakfast standards. We waited for 45 minutes so we were pretty hungry by the time we were seated. They text you a link so you can see where you are on the waitlist though which is a plus. For food I ordered the burrito, my mom ordered the veggie skillet and my sister ordered the breakfast sandwich. The breakfast sandwich was the best of the 3 but pretty messy. Our grievances with the burrito and the veggie skillet was essentially the same: the vegetables were not cooked. The onion slices in the burrito were virtually raw. The veggie skillet still had crunchy bell peppers and onion which is unacceptable. As a result the flavors were not blended together and created less cohesive dishes. All 3 of these dishes had their home style potatoes. These were overly crispy on the outside and not seasoned. Ketchup did not improve them. I will say that our server was really nice and we did not wait that long for the food (probably because it wasn't cooked properly). Also, the atmosphere was casual but nice. Thus, 2 stars instead of 1. I will not be returning and would not recommend this spot. I am shocked by all the 4 and 5 star reviews! read more

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Lucky us! Landed here by accident. Originally went to a nearby place that had a very long wait time so we decided to look around for an alternate and came across Eggy's & honestly it was the best decision! I was glad that we ended up here instead. My husband had the Spanish omelette and I had the chicken & waffles - & both were amazing! Service was also quick. read more

A great brunch place in a kinda hard to reach place. After a quick search on Yelp, I saw that Eggy's Diner was a popular place to get breakfast/lunch, so I decided to come here. I joined the waitlist through Yelp, and while I got to the restaurant at the time I was told to, I still had to wait a while to be seated. I ordered the Two Eggs with meat (scrambled, bacon, and pancakes) and my friend ordered the Eggy's Breakfast Sandwich. The food came out VERY quickly, probably about 5 minutes after ordering. The food was actually really food, especially the breakfast sandwich which had a great sauce on it. Order: - Two Eggs with meat (scrambled, bacon, and pancakes) - Eggy's Breakfast Sandwich Pros: - Great tasting food - A lot of options on the menu - Quick service Cons: - Long wait - Small restaurant - Hard to reach restaurant ~ you need to either take the stairs down or the elevator through the plaza Overall: - I really enjoyed the food and see myself coming here if the line for Wildberry was INSANELY long read more

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Went back to Chicago and loved it! I had exact same order and my partner also had pancakes with the Mexican skillet. We wanted to buy a tshirt but they were sold out in our size so we bought a cute mug! Thank you! read more

Eggy's Diner Chicago - Chilaquiles and breakfast crispy potatoes! Delish!!! - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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This is a very cute little place, almost hidden but a locals place. So we sat down at a table which was wobbly but it was okay. I wanted to order a latte but their machine was broken I was pretty bummed so then ordered coffee. Took one sip of the coffee and it was just bad, the coffee tasted old and watered down. I asked the waitress if I could switch it out for something else so I got a blood Mary instead, which was a lot better and very good might I say! . I ended up ordering pancakes with bananas with pecans in it, after all the things that were going wrong I wanted to play it safe. Pancakes were good. Overall a cute place, service was good, food was okay. read more

Eggy's Diner Chicago - Bloody mary - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Really good, prices are about normal in high tourist areas. Food is delicious and service is exceptional. Our waitress kept coming and checking in on us. It was great. We ordered the chilaquiles with pulled pork, fruit salad, kids silver dollar pancakes, apple juice, strawberry mimosa, white mocha. The chilaquiles was amazing. So flavorful. Really good with the pulled pork. Highly enjoyed by myself and 1 year old. Nice and crunchy chips and I suggest getting the eggs over easy because YUM. The kids split the kids silver dollar bc it was more than enough for the 2. They enjoyed it very much. The fruit salad was ok, the blueberries weren't very good and overly mushy. But I don't think diners are coming here for the fruit... could be wrong and maybe some people enjoy their berries like that, I do not. Strawberry mimosa was great. Loved the spin on the classic mimosa. Enjoyed my white mocha, way better than any Starbucks. read more

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My friend & I had 5 full days in Chicago, but we had such a packed itinerary that there was only 1 morning where we had time t go out for a leisurely breakfast! Searching Yelp, I found Eggy's - but finding it IRL wasn't so easy! Thank goodness we met a guy on the bus who gave us detailed instructions to find it - it's down in a beautiful park a few blocks east of Michigan Ave. and below street level (I used the lovely scenic staircase, but my friend took the elevator down). Anyway, if you're in Chicago, DO find Eggy's! Our breakfast was fantastic! My friend ordered only coffee & the "half order" of French toast; that was pretty ample and she absolutely loved it. I ordered their "verb" - an egg-white veggie omelet. Comes with potatoes & choice of toast or pancake. I paid I think an extra $2. for a fruit cup in lieu of the potatoes, and chose the pancake. My omelet was excellent, filled with vegetables & cheese, and I loved my pancake! They put a pot of coffee on the table, so we both had refills. I highly recommend Eggy's! read more

Super glad we thought to check in remotely as we were driving here. Still had to wait well beyond the original estimate. We were a group of 5; an awkward # for Eggy's layout. Unless you are ready for a lengthy wait, I recommend sticking with 2-4 people. But in the end, all were happy with the experience. Grabbed a housewarming gift next door, checked out playground and dog park while waiting. Fortunate that it wasn't frigid. Eggy's is the definition of brunch done right. Enjoyed the eclectic customers and servers. And bellies went away happy from yummy smoothies, tasty eggs Benedict, etc. Only complaint by my oldest was that the biscuits & gravy were cold. And I can confirm. read more

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An awesome diner for breakfast! We ordered the Nutella crepe and the Mexican skillet with a pancake. The menu was amazing and we didn't n ow what to order. Food was great! Coffee was also delicious. We will definitely have to return to try a few more of their menu items. Too many good ones to choose! Our rating: 7.8/10 4/5 yelp stars Would we return? Yes! Highly recommend. read more

Eggy's Diner Chicago - Mexican Skillet - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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If you're staying or visiting near Maggie Daley park or millennium park, be sure to visit Eggys for breakfast or Lunch. smaller inside but with a decent amount of seating. The Florentine Benedict was excellent and the potatoes were tender and delicious. The Mexican skillet was perfectly spicy and also an excellent choice. The coffee and mocha were both very good also. our waitress was friendly and attentive. Fairly quiet, which is a nice break from the taverns and Grills playing mindless music overhead. Prices are reasonable. Can't go wrong here. Located in a quiet part of the busy city area, it is a Welcome break from the chaos of Michigan Avenue. Enjoy!!! read more

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Solid brunch spot downtown! They have a huge selection for brunch-would recommend the skillets as they are hearty and delicious! They have a nice selection of bevies as well including Irish coffee. Service was fast and friendly! read more

Eggy's Diner Chicago - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Great customer service, everyone working there was very nice and helpful. The coffee was just okay, nothing special and food was pretty solid. The pastry I ordered wasn't fresh, tasted very dry. We got eggs pancakes and toast. Nothing amazing but also not bad. read more

Their food was so satisfying and hot. I enjoyed the potato sides that was not dry at all but was crispy on the outside and soft inside. I had the egg white omelette w avocado inside. I asked for some hot sauce which went so well together. read more

Eggy's Diner Chicago - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Visited Eggy's for breakfast with friends and was a bit underwhelmed. It wasn't bad, but compared to other downtown Chicago breakfast spots, it wasn't my favorite. It was busy on a Sunday morning around 11am so there was a wait (about 30 min). There wasn't much room to wait inside, so we opted to wait outside. Once we were inside, I ordered the Eggy's Benedict (pulled pork and mini waffle eggs benedict) with a coffee, and my friends ordered the chocolate chip pancakes and the old fashioned waffle with fruit, respectively. Personally, I felt my meal was so bland. There wasn't anything flavorful on the plate at all. It all kind of tasted like different textures of nothing. However, my friends enjoyed their dishes. I stole some fruit from my friend's plate and it was very tasty and fresh. We all had leftovers as the portion sizes were large Overall, it wasn't a bad experience by any means - service was good, coffee was good, food was decent. It just wasn't anything special. read more

Eggy's Diner Chicago - Old Fashioned Waffle with Fruit - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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First time here. I would say very welcoming. Got a table when we walk in. There isn't parking because it's inside this housing area. We order benedict and skillet. There are happy hours. The portion of the food is reasonable. The food come out quick. Love the interior design. Music on point. Would come back here. read more

Eggy's Diner Chicago - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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This place did not disappoint and the reviews were right on! We walked from magnificent mile which was a bit far. We all ordered different things and the menu offered many "down home" choices with a twist. They made ordering and paying very easy but also gave you the option to be contactless or with standard wait service. We really enjoyed our visit here. The food was delicious. The service was great and they offered excellent recommendations that we chose. I would recommend this spot for a brunch or breakfast choice. As we left, you could see that many people were waiting in line and thought highly of this place. read more

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Ok breakfast spot, toast, Potatoes and bacon were a little in the burnt side, omelet was a little greasy, coffee was ok Nothing that really thrilled us, probably won't be going back read more

Visited Eggy's with some friends during a recent visit to Chicago. We heard the line can get pretty lengthy, but we went around 9:30AM on a Saturday and were seated right away! The inside is pretty small, but we felt safely distanced from other guests. Decor inside is pretty modern, with a big chalkboard at the front with their daily specials and drinks listed, as well as modern Chicago prints on the wall. Eggy's menu is pretty extensive, so you really have to go in with your heart set on savory or sweet. I'm 100% more of a sweet breakfast gal, so I focused on that part of the menu. I ultimately decided on the crunchy Nutella French toast - French toast coated in bran flakes with Nutella, PB, and bananas, it sounded like a dream. While it was quite tasty, it was wayyy too sweet and just drenched in sauce, etc. I had about half and was stuffed from all the sweetness. The flavors were spot on, but I could have done without the sauce it was swimming in - maybe it was the bananas that caramelized or maybe it was the Nutella that over flowed - that just overpowered the dish. For someone who tolerates all sweets, it was just a bit too much. My fiancee went for the Oreo pancakes, which in theory sounded like they would be just as sweet, but comparatively were nearly a savory option! He really enjoyed the simplicity yet delectability of the dish. Our friends went for the banana pecan pancakes and the eggs Benedict, which they both enjoyed! My fiancee and I got drip coffee for our drinks which was pretty standard; however, they neglected to bring my fiancee's out at first, so had to request the second cup we ordered. Our friends both got lattes, which were nice, but again, our server neglected to bring the second latte, and it took a few requests in order to actually receive it. That being said, our actual dishes did come out extremely fast, especially for being a Saturday, but cannot say the same for the coffee. Overall, Eggy's made for a nice, filling brunch at not too steep of a cost. The portions were generous for the price, but I could have done with a little less sweetness and slightly more attention to my order. I was impressed with the size of the menu, so everyone is bound to find something they can enjoy. Next time, I'll definitely have to focus on savory options so that Eggy's can redeem themselves in my book! read more

Eggy's Diner Chicago - Crunchy Nutella French Toast - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

It's pretty close to my home. I love to have some simple brunch here with my friends. I forgot the name of the dish in my pic but it was so delicious! I asked for sunny egg, and it was just perfect cooked! A tiny defect is that... coffee doesn't taste good read more

Eggy's Diner Chicago - Americano - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Pretty typical diner food. We all enjoyed the breakfast, which i had eggs and sausage with a pancake. Did not have real maple syrup which is slightly disappointing. The coffee was strong and the service was good. Can't complain! read more