Yummy yummy yum!! Beats the pants off most other pretentious overcrowded brunching places in the Chi and all because of the amazing food, that comes in perfect portions!! Get Flo's original burrito, you won't regret it. One star off for making us change tables (although we were asked *very* politely) once we were already seated - (I'm lazy! I don't want to get up once my jacket is off and my purse and its contents are strewn over the seating area!!) but with zero wait on a Saturday morning at 11:00am(!!), hot, fresh food, great brunch drink selections, moderate prices, and great service, four stars 'flo' out of my chest for Flo. This is definitely one of my new favorite places to brunch. read more

I have been coming to flo for breakfast for about six years now. It is one of my favorite places to brunch in Chicago. The atmosphere is super cute/cozy. The owner is usually working the bar- she totally recognizes her regulars. And the food is solid and consistently yummy time after time. I love the huevos rancheros, the enchiladas, and the french toast. There is usually a long wait if you get there between 11:30-12:30. They serve free coffee while you wait. OH....and they have amazing blody mary's. My friend and I ask for them to mix the three different flavors they have and it's a delicious party in your mouth! I have NEVER EVER had had bad experience at flo.....and I'm a regular of six years! read more

I'm having a difficult time writing this review, but I think I'll have to settle on 4 stars -- 3.5 isn't available. So, Flo's food is okay. Good sized portions, but the two dishes I've had pretty much tasted identical, except the presentation was different. There was no distinct flavor that stood out in either dish. A lot of the menu items come with "Flo potatoes" -- thus I was expecting some grand thing I've never eaten before, but they ended up being sorta-mushy potatoes. Womp womp. The reason why this is a 4 and not 3 is because Flo has one of the best buttermilk pancakes I've had in this city. The edges of the pancake aren't smooth and the thickness tapers off so that the sides are crispy enough to add some texture. With a good amount of powdered sugar atop the flapjack, my ladyfriend said it reminded her of a funnel cake. read more

Went for brunch and it was quite good. The brioche French toast with berries and saboyon was good, as was the chicken enchiladas with green chili sauce. The coffee is Intelligentsia, which is a plus, and the full bar serves up bloody Marys, mimosas, and more. We had a very slight misfire with the French toast, as it came out with sauce on top as opposed to on the side as requested. Normally, this might not even make it into the review, but it is, due to the fact that they handled it so well. They brought out the food with the sauce on top and we alerted the server this was not as it had been requested. Immediately, she apologized, took back the plate, apologized again, had the item correctly replaced in under 5 minutes, and then removed the dish from the bill. What could have been a slight pain in the butt was turned into a situation that left me feeling good about the entire place. Good food, good service. All around good. I must go back for dinner and update this review. read more

Based on the reviews, I thought this place would be great. To my dismay, it was not. My friend and I had a lunch meeting in the area and thereafter headed to Flo around 3pm. I definitely would give flo 2.5 stars for the $9 margarita's we had. They were nice & strong. Thus, I didn't really mind the price. But, the lunch - NOT good at all. My friend had the tacos and they were dry as a powder house (that's my grandma's saying). The place isn't vegetarian friendly (only 2 maybe 3 items on the menu). I had something that would be equivalent to a no-meat chili dish. It was so-so, not memorable at all. The best part of the eating experience was the guacamole & chips, but then we had to pay for more chips... really? In sum, we had a pricey lunch ($40). Plus side: The space is nice, parking is easy, and the drinks are strong/pricey. Negative side: The food is not so great. read more

Absolutely fantastic brunch. Arrive early, there will be a wait but there is free coffee while you wait and during your meal; something I've never experienced at a breakfast spot before. Very good drink menu with a few different house made Bloody Mary mixes and other breakfast cocktails. The food is fantastic. Huevos rancheros and pork tacos were both amazing. The only thing that disappointed were the breakfast potatoes, they were a bit bland. All said, it couldn't overshadow a fantastic brunch with fast service. I want to go back for dinner and brunch again. read more

I had seen amazing reviews of this place on Metromix and Yelp so I had to try it despite the fact that I had to drive 35 minutes from lakeview to get here! We waited about 40 minutes for a table on Sunday afternoon. The food did not live up to all the hype. Maybe I was expecting too much, I dont know - but it wasn't good, and it wasn't bad. Yes it was a good brunch - i got the flo frittata (i think) and it was good, but nothing spectacular. I felt it was missing something - I can't pinpoint it. The price was decent so I didnt complain. I think I would recommend it if you were in this area - but dont commute to this place. There are plenty of just as good brunch places around the city - but thats just my opinion. read more

It's amazing place. It is comfort food with a kick. I love spicy food and this place is awsome. Menu is inventive and occassionally changes with the seasons. The drinks are amazing. No one thinks of it as a bar spot but I wend a couple of nights and was blown away. Friendly service and strong potent drinks. I like the tuna tartare they have but one time it was served with warm tuna in it. That's kinda gross. Thats why the missing star. Everything else is amazing. Their home potatoes are covered in cheese and have jalapeno peppers. MMMMMMmmmm..... good. They have a number of good beers too. They gave us some sort of lemony thing for dessert one time and it was out of this world. I like the spicy comfort food aspect of this place. Finally something with a kick to it. read more

It may not look like much from the outside, but the ambiance and atmosphere instead Flo was warm and cozy. I didn't know how long it would take me to get there on the Chicago bus and ended up arriving more than 20 minutes early to meet my friends. I sat at the bar sipping on sangria (I'm always on the hunt for a great sangria!), chatted a bit with the bartender, who gave me a gratis glass. The food was excellent. I loved the veggies tacos, and my friends were raving about their enchiladas and margaritas. The waiter, tall and blonde, was definite benefit, too! I'm excited to come back and try brunch! read more

This is a nice place to hang out after work. Its a bit trendy and pretty small so I come around 4 30 on a Friday to make sure I have a seat. I like the drink selection and the atmosphere. Also the baja fish tacos are great! read more

I remember bookmarking flo last summer when I was trying to find brunch locations in Chi for my friend's Bachelorette Party. I didn't pick this place because we had about 15 girls and the downside of Flo is that they don't take reservations. And, it was in an area I had really never been to before and not at all close to the rest of our plans. BUT, I'm glad I had it bookmarked for my most recent trip to Chicago for my birthday! We ended up here Saturday morning. We only waited about 15 mins before they called my name, but our entire party wasn't there- so we ended up waiting another 15 minutes after they all got there. While you wait, they have free coffee available to you, which is a wonderful perk - but what I don't understand is, as soon as you sit down, the menu lists coffee at 2.50... so get your coffee fix before you get a table, I guess. Our waiter was extremely nice and talkative, but the only issue was- he talked really fast and had a VERY thick accent, so most of us didn't understand about half of what he said. The entire menu looked mouth watering!! And, if I could have sat there for days and tried everything, I would have. I finally settled on the Smothered Ranchero Burrito - sans chorizo (a MASSIVE breakfast burrito literally STUFFED with eggs, black beans, pico, and cheese - smothered in red chile sauce and topped with some tasty guar). The burrito was quite possibly one of the best breakfast burritos I've had in a long time. I usually pour hot sauce over everything, and this one was so tasty on its own that I didn't need any!! The Flo potatoes that came on the side, however, were a different story. Super bland in my opinion and it wasn't really remedied with hot sauce :-\ Everyone else really enjoyed their meals. I tried my friends red chilaquiles since that was one of the items I had my eye on, and it was definitely delicious - I'm just glad I got my burrito! I ordered a cholula bloody mary with a beer back which was delicious enough - I've honestly had better bloody marys. And, I also had a classic mimosa which was delicious. Overall, I loved the meal!! I wish they took reservations, but it's a small place, so I understand why they don't! If you're looking for a good brunch spot with some mexican flare, I would definitely check out Flo! (something I want to get for the table next time = cocoa pebbles french toast!!) read more

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This has been on my finance's list of places to go for a long time. We ended up going for dinner, but I think we are going to have to go back for brunch sometime. Flo isn't all that big but we were able to walk right in and get a table. I can bet if there brunch is as good as everyone says I can see having to wait for a table. I ordered the catfish tacos with jalapeño cheddar fries and my finance ordered the salmon with mango salsa. We also ordered some veggie quesadillas to share. We were really hungry! The veggie quesadillas were great you should probably get them as a entree since they come with a salad. My catfish tacos rocked! And those jalapeño cheddar fries, tasty! The salmon she ordered was ok but maybe a tad too fishy. She found the mango salsa really spicy, especially since usually mango salsa cools down the other spicy food you are eating. Really great food and top notch service. read more

I'd like to believe I am rather well-versed in Mexican cuisine, given it is my go-to cuisine, any day any time. Therefore, I feel comfortable saying this spot is the perfect mix of authentic Mexican and classic American brunch. I ordered the chilaquiles, which were PHENOMENAL. Not only were they hardy but also blasted with flavor. The staff were not only welcoming but wanted their guests to enjoy their brunch experience. Our waiter even helped me with my Spanish accent, by frequently checking in on my group and quizzing us on how to properly pronounce "chilaquiles". Overall, a fun experience, as a Sunday brunch should be. I look forward to trying the rest of the menu. read more

I've eaten here more than any other place in the neighborhood, and with good reason. The food is incredible, the service is friendly and the prices on food and drink are absolutely unbeatable. Being from Hyde Park, I'm pretty used to running into people I know there, and in that aspect, I liken Flo to the Medici. (However, since I worked at the Medici for about 10 years, I think the food at Flo is a hundred times better. Sorry, Med.) The few people I know in this neighborhood are always at or around Flo every time I go. I love running into people I know, and I love brunch at Flo. We've only eaten dinner here once, and it was for Valentine's Day. They had a special Valentine's Day menu and it was incredible. But if you're in the area and you're hungry for breakfast food, nobody does it better. Just get whatever you can slather in sauce, because not only do they make their own fresh red and green chile sauces, they also make their own hot sauces for the table, and they are all the bomb. I always end up putting at least two or three sauces on whatever I eat, not because it needs it but because the sauce is so amazing. And now you can buy all of the sauces to take home! Score!! I don't know what to tell you to get, because everything is good. But, the things I get the most are the Huevos Verdes (with a side of red chile sauce), both of the awesome smoothies and the Eggs Flo (their take on benedict and their hollandaise is great). The 3 berry zabione pancakes are also rich and delicious - I'm not able to get a whole sweet entree just for myself, but we always like to get one for the table - like an appetizer, if you will. Please feel free to steal that idea - everyone should do it. read more

I went to for brunch yesterday morning for the first time and was pleasantly surprised. Delicious, fresh ingredients that are prepared delectably and brought to the table quickly. If you are a fan of Bloody Mary's or "Maria's",....this is the place to go...nice and spicy but still delicious. The staff is knowledgeable and friendly, makes you feel like you are eating at a friend's home. Flo doesn't take reservations, but they do provide FREE Intellegentsia coffee for all patrons waiting for a table. I will be frequenting this establishment for some time to come....next time I am going to hit it up for dinner!! read more

As other reviewers have noted, the brunch is fantastic here. However, Flo is also an awesome place for dinner. Their offerings for late-night dining mirror the breakfast/brunch menu, but the crowd is nowhere to be seen. I wish I could recommend more than one item on the menu, but the veggie burger is so deliciously prepared that I have ordered it nearly every visit (at least 20 times). read more

Hmmm... some people don't like anything, not even Christmas. I don't much care for Christmas either, totally overrated after the age of six, but I like finding out that I'm not one of those people. Not being one to travel in packs (hyena, hipster, or otherwise), I've never had trouble getting a table here. I don't know what is with all the people on the sidewalk on the weekends - perhaps they can't figure out the doorknob. The food is interesting - good interesting not bring-your-dictionary interesting and always well prepared. Salads are fresh, (New) Mexican treats are full of filling and sauce options, and the desserts should be taken to other restaurants to teach them how pies and such are supposed to taste. Portion sizes are made for human not porcine consumption. And, drinks, oh the drinks... who knew there were so many fun options for the anti-fruity-call-anything-in-an-unwieldy-glass-a-martini folks. Yum. They also seem to have added a polite, knowledgeable, tattooed boy to the polite, knowledgeable girl staff. Yes, I think I like Flo better than Christmas. read more

LOVE Flo. Love it. The food was amazing, as everything is made with obviously fresh ingredients, and I adore the Mexican flare to everything from the omlettes to the delicious cocktails. Heaven. Furthermore, our waitress (I think her name was Rachel) was awesome. She has a great vibe (we chatted and she's just a very warm soul), is efficient, and doesn't hover. That's a big one. I gotta say "bravo!" to Flo for having great servers. Will be going back again soon :) read more

Brunch, lunch or dinner, I am definitely hooked. It's just soo cool and convenient of course otherwise I wouldn't have been such a frequent customer. There is no other way to describe the place. The service is great and the music keeps you in the mood. I find it an appetizer of sorts. Let's just say it's perfect. Perhaps I am a little biased because of the way it's located so near my apartment and place of work but all the same, their menu is creative and yes, I do have some favorites like french toast & chorizo omlette or chilaquiles and huevos rancheros which I can only describe as awesome. While you wait, you're treated to some richly brewed coffee that more than compensates for the time spent waiting for the person ahead of you to get up from their seat. The friendly and ambient atmosphere makes it a worthwhile experience too. read more

This place had a cute name and it was nearby so we decided to give it a go. The menu was unconventional- perhaps good for some people, but we were expecting choices that were a little... less Southwestern. Even though it wasn't what we were expecting, we gave it a try anyways. My dish was alright. Nothing worth mentioning. My boyfriend ordered the El Jefe Burger. The waitress asked how he would like it cooked. He responded with his usual- medium rare. The waitress put our orders in, and we got our food. But something was... off about the burger. The bacon it was wrapped in was basically raw. When we brought this to our waitress' attention, she was nice about it and apologized. However, then it looked as if the manager had a quick word with her about the burger. He came over to us, apologized again, and told us the burger was NOT supposed to be cooked to order. We didn't try another burger or entree. I would have given this place 1 star had they not comped my boyfriend's meal. At least they were graceful about that. But we'll be checking out different neighborhood restaurants from now on. Sorry, Flo- it's a no-go. read more

Probably one of the best brunch spots (and very reasonably priced) in the Chicago downtown area - a great venue to address both savory and sweet taste profiles. I tend to enjoy savory and anything Mexican infused - our group ordered: huevos rancheros, chilaquiles, and the original burrito. Everyone enjoyed their meals and on a Sunday parking was epic in simplicity vis-a-vis River North or Streeterville where we often frequent. In short, great price, strong spicy and savory taste profiles, easy parking, and diverse set of options to satisfy a wide gamut of preferences. read more

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24 hr layover in Chicago finished with an awesome brunch here at Flo's. Started with a mimosa flight. Then grubbed on Fruity Pebble French Toast and Chiliquilles. These dishes will fill the spectrum of sweet+savory for your whole day. Service is awesome, and the staff is on point. Get there early, and you will be on brunch cloud 9. read more

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Great little place! Had the flo-cho appetizer which was wonderful. Great blend of cheese beans corn and guacamole. Very generous portion and would make the entire meal. I had the mushroom and spinach enchiladas as my meal. Also very generous portions and quite delicious. My friend was returning for the smothered burrito. Said it was too good to not do over. Definitely recommend trying this place. I was not disappointed. read more

Flo is so well known for their brunch, and they do do it well, but this is one of my favorite places to grab a romantic, reasonably priced dinner. Great service, dark and dreamy inside, and it's never packed at night so it's usually quiet, relaxing and nice. Flo is so loud and bustling for brunch, but transforms at night. Simple tacos, fancier fish, bowls, burgers - a unique mix of comfort foods and finer fares. Mojitos, Mules, Margaritas, Caipirinhas, and always a drink special that's hard to say 'no' to. I just love the versatility of Flo. read more

Flo is one of the best restaurants in West Town. I've taken many friends here, and everyone is always impressed. The food is fresh, delicious and reasonably priced (I hesitate to say cheap, but really, it's cheap for the quality and quantity of food they serve). Plus, there's a great, cozy atmosphere and service is excellent. However, all of that is nothing new. Flo consistently gets this kind of praise. Here's what I really want you to know.... No one goes to Flo for dinner. Why? I have no clue. Brunch always gets rave reviews, but personally, I only go after the sun goes down. I've tried a lot of the menu, and honestly never had anything that wasn't delicious, but the grilled calamari is particularly perfect. Best of all, dinner at Flo is such an undiscovered gem that you will rarely wait for a table. Oh, and they have possibly the most inexpensive margartia in the city too. read more

Flo has earned a place on my trusted favorites list. Every time I've eaten here, it's been scrumptious. They do southwestern fabulously. From the warm, perfectly dim and cozy decor to the fresh food with a spicy kick, I consistently leave happy. It's hard to get it right every time, but they do, and I give them props in a city where inconsistency is easy to find. Drinks are tasty and the food is always fresh. My favorite: a margarita or two and a Flo Bowl. If you like jambalaya, you'll dig the Flo Bowl. Chx, Shrimp, sausage, rice, veggies... mmmm.... Lovely mood for a casual date. And it won't break the bank. Street parking isn't too bad on Chicago either. I've heard the brunch is good too. Flo can do no wrong. read more

Stopped in here for an early dinner last week and was pleasantly surprised. Because it was early, we were the only people in the restaurant (though that changed by the time we left) and we had no idea what to expect as we had just stopped in after walking past. They have a nice menu of latin-inspired food with a bit of a twist. We split some corn + black bean nachos and also had some quesadillas. Very good, and definitely not the standard kind. It was a quick dinner, but we enjoyed the place (very cute) and the service was excellent. We'll be stopping by again for a larger meal soon! read more

Flo is my neighborhood go-to brunch/breakfast burrito spot. All of the food I've had there has been excellent, although, to be honest I almost always get the breakfast burrito. In fact, any time I've ordered anything BUT the BB, I've been disappointed because nothing else seems to measure up! Wrapped in a fresh spinach tortilla and filled with fluffy egg, pickled jalapenos, pico de gallo, cheddar and sour cream, this sucker can't be beat. Yummmmmmmmm. Oh yeah, I forgot to mention how delicious the tall tatted up server is mmmmmhmmmm. Burritos and cute boys. I think I've died and gone to heaven. read more

There used to be a long wait for brunch at Flo, but lately I've been seated right away. I'm not sure if this means Flo is getting less popular, but I don't see why that would be the case because it's one of the better brunch spots in Chicago. I haven't tried their regular lunch or dinner yet, but I'm sure it's very good as well. read more

This was my second time eating at FLo, the first was for brunch, which it quickly became my favorite brunch spot after tasting the chilaquiles. but yesterday, i had their dinner. i have to say, WHY ISNT THIS PLACE PACKED?? it was one of the most memorable dinners i have had in a long time. great drink specials, wonderful service, and awesome inventive food. i ordered a special that involved pounded chicken filled with spinach, pesto, and goat cheese, covered in a diablo sauce. awesome! i also shared a meal that involved vegies, tofu, and enchilada.... all covered in a red sauce and fried egg. also amazing!! my friend ordered the goat cheese and mushroom tacos, which she said were amazing. this place rocks, everyone needs to check it out. prices are extremely affordable as well! read more

This place is great. The food is delicious and consistent. Come early so you don't have to wait. They're kind of strict about waiting in the roped off area. So come early if you don't want to deal with being huddled in a corner with 20 other people. The food is great though! read more

Great TexMex brunch spot! Chilaquiles is my favorite brunch option and they do it really well! They also have really fast service!

Well, I FINALLY got around to trying out the Flo brunch this weekend, and I can't wait to go back. Free coffee while you wait for your table? Am I in heaven? We got there a little after 10 and the wait was a very manageable 20 minutes. I got the eggs FLO (think eggs benedict) and it was very tasty. My friend had the berry french toast, which was also good but not shiny and new. After trying my eggs, he declared he would definitely order something more adventurous next time. read more

Flo has some nice options on the menu, including a "guadalajara scramble" that hits the spot with some solid marinated skirt steak. I also tried the cocoa pebble french toast, which I'd equate opening up a bag of sugar and pouring it down your throat for ten minutes. Free coffee while you wait is nice, but if you bring your cup to your table and get a refill, it's $2.50. Quite frankly, I don't have the discipline to pre-game with coffee and not continue at the table. Kudos to Flo, however, for executing the appearance of "free coffee while you wait". In my book, 3 stars is the equivalent to a "replacement level" restaurant. In other words, I could definitely make the same exact food at home, but I'll pay for the convenience of having it made for me. Nothing that particularly stands out or adds a ton of value (in my humble opinion) at this place. read more

I'm just going to repeat whatever everyone else has said - this place is awesome, the food selections for brunch are the best in this area, the service is attentive, etc. So really I will just leave you with one thing. Mimosa flights for brunch. Enough said. Go here read more

This has been favorite brunch spot of our for 15 years. Great coffee, fresh and homage ingredients and recipes from chilaquiles, and authentic huevos rancheros, to waffles and other sweet dishes. There is usually a wait but there are plenty of places to quickly wander in the neighborhood or you can get fresh self serve coffee and wait outside. read more

Mother's day brunch. As much as I love brunch, I don't equate burritos to my pre-10 am repertoire. Mexican in general is a great lunch, dinner or late night event. I can't do spicy in the morning. So I skipped the Mexican options in favor of more classic American fare. And that's probably where I went wrong. My nutella french toast was terrible. It was a special of the day and I wrongly assumed the specials were as described; special. Instead I received a bland mishmash of dry french toast with a small amount of chocolate spread. Why me? Was I disappointed? As everyone else enjoyed their Mexican brunch, I'd say I felt like the one at the table who got stiffed. Mislead by a black board of specials appealing to the soft spot in me. Apparently this place sucks for their American cuisine. But if you stick to the Mexican options you'll have a better experience than I. For me, that means no brunch at Flo. Perhaps a dinner is in order... read more

I heard about this restaurant about 4 years ago and decided to check it out. So cute! It is definitely small and you will most likely have to wait to be seated for breakfast but it is worth it! I love nachos so when I saw chilaquiles on the menu, I went for it! It has my favorite things mixed together: scrambled eggs and nachos! AWESOME! They were so good with some potatoes on the side. I would love to go try dinner there but havent yet. Have tried breakfast about a dozen times but usually try to go only when I wake up EXTRA early as I am really impatient and dislike long lines (w/o a glass of wine!). read more

i should be spanked for living in this neighborhood for this long and *today* was my first time at Flo. Flo made me happy: it's solid mexican breakfast food (haven't been there for dinner, yet) served with a smile and a really good strong cup of coffee. i had the chorizo chilaquiles and it reminded me of what i ate living in los angeles (bar none, some of the best mexican food lives there - okay, maybe texas). folks expecting something resembling 'high cuisine' from chilaquiles need to chill a little bit - it's comfort food traditionally made out of leftovers and the Flo chorizo chilaquiles had flavor, asiago cheese and the requisite soft/crunchy tortilla texture. my only wish was one more tortilla on the plate to eat with. (my proof that this was good solid mexican food? there was a latino family sitting next to us and, from what i could overhear/translate, the mom liked it. if it's good enough for moms, it's good enough for me!) the portions are hearty (and i'm a hearty kinda girl) and, according to my friend, the smoked hash was excellent. (she even ate the zuchinni and she hates the stuff!) the service was fast, polite and even friendly. our wait for seating was 15-20 minutes and once the high brunch hour was past, the flow (heh) inside the restaurant was pretty fast. i agree with an earlier yelper - get there super early or after 1 pm on weekends if you want to avoid waiting. i'll try to get here on a weekday to have a more relaxed meal. go to Flo and don't be ashamed if you have to unsnap your pants a little when you're walking out. oof. read more

Flo, not the rider or the waitress from dumb and dummer, I'm talkin' about the soulful Mexican brunch and dinner spot in the Chi. Before heading back to the burbs, a friend and I stopped by here to tear it up. We had the Triple Berry-Zabione French Toast and Huevos Verdes so we could have sweet and savory. I thought the French Toast was by all means good, but I've had much better. The plating was a little sloppy and there weren't all that many berries. However I don't think getting sweet items here is the way to go. It's all about their Mexican grub. The Huevos Verdes was an absolute winner, it was incredibly satisfying. The green chili was out of this world, I could eat it outta my gym shoes! Mexican breakfast is something I rarely get to treat myself to, so I would loving visiting Flo on numerous occasions to try all their south of the border offerings. The food that passed as we dined all looked good too. I cant wait to get back and try something like their breakfast burrito, chilaquiles, and maybe someday hit them up for dinner. read more