After years of visiting the 24-hour location on Cicero in Oak Lawn, my dad and I finally landed early enough to try the Pulaski location. It may be the original location, or that honor may go to the yet unvisited-by-me third location closer to the Loop, but in any case, this Huck Finn definitely feels different from the one I'm used to. The lighting fixtures, booths, and art all have the same tacky early-2000s feel as the other location, but that's where the similarities end. This one is much smaller, although its dessert-case area has its own tables, and the outside of the building advertises ice cream. This Huck Finn feels like a coffee shop, which is probably why my dad says he likes it more than the "original"--original to us, at least. It has a counter, and while the building looks large from outside, it has about half the seating of Oak Lawn. There's a funky mirror near the bathrooms that makes it look like there's a back dining room--or possibly a Den of Iniquities like the original--but it's all an optical illusion. Service is quick and efficient, as it is at Oak Lawn. Our server, though, was a familiar no-nonsense throwback to an earlier time. Oak Lawn has some of those, but most of its servers are younger women with the thickest Chicago/Great Lakes accents you'll ever hear. (Seriously, although they're all under thirty-five, they sound like they're about to start collecting Social Security.) She was short on small talk, but she made up for it with sass and a whole lot of hard work. The food is good, although the menu is more limited than Oak Lawn's. One thing I don't like is that the menus are flimsy printouts. Oak Lawn at least has laminated pages, although I miss the old multi-page booklet-style menus. Oh well. They have Texas and Alaska donuts here, so it's a legit Huck Finn. It's physically possible to make a left turn onto Pulaski from their parking lot, but I think it's illegal, as you'd have to cross a quadruple yellow line. I spotted two cop cars near here, one when we were arriving, and one when we left, so be careful out there. read more

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I went on a busy Saturday morning and was able to get a table. The server was nice and the coffee was great. I ordered their chorizo skillet but wanted something other than potatoes. The waitress recommended some potato spirals because they didn't have diced potatoes. Let me say, it was the best decision ever. The place is very affordable and even though it started getting more packed as we were eating, our server was very attentive. She brought coffee as soon as we were low. I would definitely recommend this place. read more

Huck Finn Restaurant - Skillet - Donuts Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

The staff did an amazing job making a pizza burger for me without a bun or cheese. I really appreciated the hospitality and the attention to detail. And it only took the kitchen about ten minutes to make my meal. Highly recommend Huck Finn Restaurant on Pulaski. I'll be going back soon. read more

Not pictured here but I got a side of chicken noodle soup and rolls that were so good. The croissant sandwich was amazing and the bread was not overly buttery. The server was nice and attentive. For a Monday nothing, it was a little busy but nothing worth complaining over. We were seated very quickly. read more

Huck Finn Restaurant - Fried egg croissant with bacon - Donuts Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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You can't go wrong at Huck Finn, food is always great especially breakfast the patty melt is awesome for lunch or dinner and the service is on point, Ambiance like a family. read more

Food was great. A donut came with my child's food. Customer service was great. The prices are what you'd expect for a diner, very affordable. Donuts were good. Try them out! read more

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Diner food. Always a hit. My hubby had a Denver omelette with cheese. I had a belt. Both simple, tasty, and as expected. Waitress even surprised my toddler with a donut read more

Huck Finn Restaurant - a club sandwich and fries - Donuts Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Classic old school restaurant. They have a.very nice diners outer as well as booths and tables. The veteran service staff was on point. I had the biscuits and sausage gravy. It was some of the best I have had in Chicagoland. The biscuits were nothing special but the gravy was on point. I also had some eggs which were good, but that is to be expected. read more

*The stars are for the donuts* I have only been here for the donuts, especially for the Alaskan donut. I have order that gargantuan thing twice already! To be honest, $10 for that thing is not terrible and it can come in a 50/50 split of glazed and chocolate icing. However, I love me a good monte cristo, which is basically 2 slices of french toast with meat and cheese in the middle. I ordered 3 monte cristos this time, and for $10, there are better monte critstos out there. Their french toast were smaller and not very fluffy. I didn't taste any maple syrup, and there wasn't much flavor outside of the meat and cheese. 7/10 for donuts. read more

Huck Finn Restaurant - Donuts Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Always a great experience when coming here. I tried the buffalo wings here for the first time and I can truly say that I will no longer go to Buffalo Wild Wings or Wings Stop. The wings were super crispy and cooked well, very delicious! They don't have chicken and waffles on the menu, but we sure did make it becase we were craving it! Would be a good option to add to the menu read more

Huck Finn Restaurant - 12 pc Hot Wings - Donuts Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Has not been the same since COVID, we used to frequent here at least once every week if not ever other week but everything from the food quality to the price to the hours of operation have never been the same read more

This place was pretty good. I got the chorizo skillet and it wasn't bad honestly. The donuts are awesome though. My daughter ended up getting a free one and bought a few extra. Will come back when we get the chance. read more

Always stop here when im in the neighborhood. the donuts are amazing, service is good and friendly. Brings back memories of going here with my Pops when i was young. He'd buy us each the chocolate honey glazed donut. Til this day Huck Finns is my favorite (and only) place to get a donut... for many reasons. read more

Huck Finn Restaurant - Donuts Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

The food and service is outstanding. It is a tribute to dinners of old. Price is very reasonable. It will be a must go to when I am in Chicago. read more

I went in solely because I read the word Donuts. They seemed to have a really good selection of flavors and types of donuts and other pastries. If I knew I could eat them all I would have gotten one of everything. I ended up settling for a few glazed donuts. When it came to the flavor, I would LOVE to visit here again, but the texture was not my favorite. They were a tab bit dry. Compared to a fresh box of Walmart glazed or 7-11 bowtie glazed the moisture was not up to par. The staff were friendly and they had these HUGE tempting donuts that I had to turn away from. read more

Huck Finn Restaurant - Alaskan donut! - Donuts Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Had a very nice experience here,was treated very well. Staff was very kind, and attentive. Will most surely patronize this establishment in the future. Great food. read more

I stopped by to try the donuts. I have passed each one and I finally got enough time to be able to stop. They have a variety of donuts available. I got a bakers dozen, which included Boston Creams, Red Velvet, Cake, Old Fashioned, Coconut, Glazed, and multiple more. I also got their cinnamon roll. Granted it was later in the day, but I found that all the ones I had were dry and left your mouth with a film or dryness. They weren't bad, just dry. The cinnamon tool lacked enough icing. The service deserves 5 stars, they were very friendly and made it a very enjoyable experience. They were willing to explain anything and it was great working with them. I did not know before walking in that it was also a restaurant. I didn't get a chance to try any of the restaurants food, but it looked comfortable. I would like to visit again in the future! read more

On November 26th Sunday, we decided to try this place again. Last time food was Ok but It was a dirty table and floors etc. So maybe It was a one time thing. So we sat at counter bar so we do not wait for a table. Many servers on kitchen alley and NONE WERE CLEANING!!! Dirty hands touching everything and everyone's bread!!! The servers placing "clean" dishes on top of the pictures dirty counters and some servers even getting gunk on their fingers and wiping it too on the counter and then GETTING BREAD with bare hands!!! We sat in front of kitchen door and lord help them! When that door opened!! So dirty inside. Chemicals by food containers and food also in the open. Floor was so dirty!!! Never again!!! Many servers and even cashier standing instead of cleaning and MANAGERS OR OWNER WAS THERE AND IS OK WITH THIS?!! read more

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My husband and I came here for breakfast and the minute we walked in the door a woman named Inka was arguing with another employee. This was very unwelcoming. She did not even acknowledge us to say "Someone will be right with you". Thankfully, Margie, our server, made us feel welcome. Margie was kind and attentive, even though the restaurant was very busy. I saw Inka arguing again with the hostess over which parties had been seated. I ignored it this time and focus on the wonderful service we were getting from Margie. read more

Great feel good food, no powdered eggs fresh ingredients, they don skimp on portions, worth the money. Pretty fast service. Friendly staff.

Awesome food my fav for breakfast been going here for years...as well as Damen location

I've had a few visits to this location but mostly for just donuts. This was my first full dining experience here and yes, I still went home with a half dozen donuts!! We were seated quickly and service was fast. The cream of chicken soup with rice was more like gravy and sure enough when my roast turkey special arrived it was covered in gravy that looked and tasted like my soup but without the few grains of rice. There was so much gravy the rest of the food was hidden. The turkey was OK but not cut off a turkey any time recently. I'm assuming a pre frozen portion size bag or such. The mashed potatoes were good. The stuffing had way too much sage and raisins in it to take more than two bites. I was not impressed. The wait staff were good about clearing used dishes and refilling the soda. Before we left I picked up a half dozen donuts that were tasty as usual. The selection was pretty good for 9pm. Overall the dinner food including my soup and the roast turkey special was below average. The service and the donuts are what saved things here. I feel the location on Cicero by 105th has better food. read more

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The food is really good here, but it is so over priced. I couldn't even get a picture in of the kids menu french toast that cost $5, because the ten year old was done with the one slice before I got a chance. They are always busy, we didn't have to wait long today for a table. The waitress never came back to our table to see if we were okay or needed anything else. But when there's only two waitresses I didn't expect much to the service. read more

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This rating is for donuts alone. Call me stupid but i never knew they made donuts here (usually stumbled in here in the early morning hrs after a long nite of drinking, looking for a quik meal) until I smelled em from across the street last week after dinner @ El Veneno. Seemed like a "calling" while trying 2 fig out whats 4 dessert. So me & the gf decided 2 explore the aroma that captivated our sense of smell & boy were we in 4 a surprise! Not only do they make donuts here but theyre HUGE, even monstrous u cud say. We settled for 2 "Texas" donuts which r the size of a human head for abt $2/ea, one choco & one reg glazed. They also hav GIANT "Alaskan" donuts which r the size of bicycle tires 4 abt $6/ea. I was tempted but not 2nite, 2 much yummy in my tummy already. Overrall, really gud fresh donuts & will definitely b back. Chicago, I think I found the DONUT KING! read more

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I love this place... I love their food, to me it's tasty. I often get the club sandwiches or chicken kabobs I could see myself going there with my boyfriend till we're old and gray haired I love their banana splits and donut delights! yum!!!! read more

Huck Finn Restaurant - Donut Delight during christmas time! oh so festive! LOVE IT! - Donuts Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Got here after a late night gig. Seating was comfortable for our large group. The service was beyond great. Our waitress was very attentive (I wish I knew her name) she recommend stuff on the menu, she was friendly and courteous. As far as the food goes, it was surprisingly good. They offer great three course meals (Soup, entree, dessert) I had the chicken fingers (supposedly they are popular) with BBQ and Buffalo sauce. My group said positive things about their orders too. Great 24hr hangover spot. read more

Huck Finn Restaurant - Chicken fingers with BBQ sauce. - Donuts Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Err...meh? I've been to both Huck Finn's. What this place lacks compared to the one on Archer is pervy old Asian men. Other than that, they are pretty much the same. I had their cackling good eggs and a crispy chicken sandwich. The chicken sandwich was a disaster - the breading was kinda yucky and the chicken hardly had any flavor to it. The cream of mushroom soup was pretty good, however. The cackling good eggs came with sausage, scrambled eggs, toast, and hash browns. It was pretty good. My friend had the meatloaf sandwich, which he thought was good, but looked like crap to me. The food is average, but we had an awesome waitress that was extremely friendly and cool. She deserves kudos. This place is a good spot for some hangover food or some people watching, since it is open 24 hours. Prices are reasonable. I would say that this Huck's has better service, and the slightly cleaner bathroom read more

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This place is always great ! The huck burger is one of the best in chicago. Dennys lost my business to this place . Its just so delicious and the service is extraordinary. read more

This place is like an old school diner not too far from Midway Airport if you are looking for a breakfast/brunch place. They have a variety of breakfast items to choose from. They also have non-American dishes, such Greek and Mexican. So I'd you are craving something different, this restaurant has EVERYTHING! My friends ordered the hot chocolate, and the presentation is legit. The whip cream was literally dripping from the cup. Overall great experience! read more

Great local spot! The cinnamon roll French toast are the best. Donuts are also really good here!

We were driving by and decided to just eat here. My guy opted for breakfast and I got the fried shrimp. Food was standard diner food. I did like that mine came with a dessert, which the one on Archer doesn't offer. I chose a sprinkle donut to go. Even though I ate it a few hours later it was still good. Standard diner food, but good baked goods. read more

Huck Finn Restaurant - Lots O Shrimp - Donuts Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

A few years ago I used to come to Huck Finn after a night of partying. One Saturday night the bf and I were hungry and this was the only place opened. We we're seated and my drunken self accidently knocked over my water. The waitress saw what happened and quickly moved us to a new table. I'm a sucker for anything chorizo so I went with the chorizo skillet with chocolate chip pancakes. The bf had a skillet too I just don't remember which one. My skillet was good and I had plenty left over for breakfast the next day. While we were leaving I saw all the yummy donuts. We decided to get a few for breakfast the next day. The donuts weren't anything special except for the double chocolate. It was so good. I'd rather come here for some late night food rather than a chain restaurant. read more

Huck Finn Restaurant - Chorizo skillet - Donuts Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

The absolutely worst Huck location in Chicago! Hostess service is cold, no one talks to you like an actual person. Terrible experience. I will stick to the warm and fuzzy McKinley Park location. read more

I was pretty surprised by this restaurant. It offers a lot of options and the food was not bad. They even have donuts made fresh daily. I did not try them but they looked quite appetizing. The service was attentive and made you feel welcomed. I will definitely come back! read more

I was highly disappointed in the quality of the food and the prices they are charging. I ordered a Denver omelette, and side of fruit. Fairly simple. When I picked up my order they charged me $16.92! Almost $17 for an omelette! The quality of the food is simply disgusting. The omelette was dried out and nasty and the fruit I order we two halves canned peaches. The inside of the restaurant was dirty and unappealing. Totally not well kept. Avoid this place! Will not return! read more

This place was filthy and you could tell it was old filth and the food was cold. Should never have eaten here we contemplated between this one and the one on 105th Cicero. . We won't be back! read more

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Me and my husband went to Huck Finn's and we had great service work great food the Patty Mills was great and on Sundays the cream of chicken soup is the best around town and you can't go wrong with the chocolate milkshake read more

Went for brunch before flying out of Chicago and I got to say what a way to leave. The food here is amazing! And it was a great break from the storm that was going on outside. The restaurant is a bit small in comparison to the crowd they get so it takes a bit to get seated but once you do service is quick and great! Surprisingly my favorite dish was the chicken noodle soup, I think I have to say it's the best darn chicken soup I've ever had! I could not get enough. I ordered a sandwich which was also delicious but definitely did not compare to he soup. The portions were hefty and I didn't finish everything but the waitress was kind enough to give me some foil to take my sandwich on my travels home! Great food and great service and definitely an amazing going home meal! read more

Huck Finn Restaurant - Donuts Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

I was extremely disappointed of this place. I don't normally complain about breakfast because it's just breakfast, how bad can they mess up? Right? Well it was my first time eating at this place and I left this place extremely unsatisfied. I ordered French toast with FRESH strawberries. I asked the waitress if I can have FRESH strawberries and not the ones from the can. She assured me that they were fresh and not from the can. Well not only did she messed up my order, she brought out canned strawberries. I asked for fresh strawberries and again... she brought out the same soggy canned syrup filled strawberries. I was done after that. Plus coffee was terrible and we waited over 15 minutes to get the check. Overall I will not be back here again. read more

Huck Finn Restaurant - Had to pay extra for "Fresh" strawberries. Huck Finn please train your staff the difference between fresh strawberries and canned. - Donuts Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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It's late you're hungry and you're on the south side. You also have your mother-in-law with you so one of the stand up grab a taco joints won't do. So we spotted the Huck Finn, guess this will stop the hunger. The place was decently clean, and the people were pretty friendly. I know some reviews said the wait staff wasn't up to par. We found this to be quite the opposite. We ordered burgers and one BLT, the burgers were overcooked and pretty dry, I ordered the BLT which was just fine. We asked for the fries crispy and they were delivered to us just that way, we also order a couple of iced teas and they kept up on the refills without us having to flag them down. So the service was very attentive. We even had a server change, and the one that ended his shift didn't come up to us and ask us to settle up because he was leaving. This is a diner, the food is going to be what you expect at a diner. I always have my standby meals, I've found that it's hard to mess up a BLT, grilled cheese, or some type off omelet. If you go to a diner and order a steak or another type of entree you're rolling the dice. As I said, if it's late you're hungry and on the south side, this will take care of your immediate problem. Will it be a culinary experience of a life time, no. But really now, you know better. read more