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    River North Bistro

    4.1 (55 reviews)
    Open 7:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    Expresso - A creamy, pale-colored cocktail in a martini glass with three coffee beans on top, placed on a wooden table at a restaurant.
    Danielle M.

    Loved the pancakes here! After yoga on the rooftop, we came down for brunch and drinks. I was surprisingly pleased! We did not expect to enjoy such a flavorful meal! The eggs were good, loved that salsa that came on top! Pancakes were to die for! Fluffy and delicious! Tequila expresso, was one of the best I've ever had. Took one star because the service was a bit slow; found ourselves constantly looking for our waiter, initially and at the end of our meal however I will say, once we ordered, that food came quick! I'd definitely return! Waiter was helpful and easy on the eyes! Good space for everyone!

    Corn & Cheddar Fritters
    Jacqueline L.

    The place was empty at 5pm on a Wednesday. Servers were nice. The happy hour menu seemed like it was geared more for summer and had not been updated for the fall/winter season. (Aperol spritz was one of the drinks featured) The food left much to be desired. Very mediocre. Nice place, cute decor, good service, but the food and drinks need improvement.

    Croissant Sandwich
    Erin D.

    Came to breakfast as it was included with my hotel reservation. Seated very quickly, orange juice really good and fresh! Croissant sandwich was good, would've liked more bacon/meat. Pairs well with the garlic aoli sauce. Potatoes cooked very well and seasoned! Indoor and outdoor seating, very nice and quiet ambiance.

    Truffle & Wild Mushroom Scramble - A plate features a mushroom and herb omelette alongside fried potato cubes, set on a white surface with a mug nearby.
    Annie K.

    Good service, cute outdoor patio. The patio was quite full so it seems business has picked up, but we were able to be seated right away. This was my second visit for brunch. The first time was several months ago when I believe the restaurant was fairly new. At that time the restaurant was pretty but the food was great and also very reasonably priced. This time, however, the food was just ok - the house potatoes were great but the granola tasted slightly overtoasted and our scramble a bit dry/overcooked. If I remember correctly, it seems the prices have increased as well, though I can't say for certain. Hopefully next time, the food will be as good as we remembered it being the first time we went, because we could always use more good brunch options in the neighborhood!

    Side of Avocado
    Kate N.

    Walked in on a Sunday at noon and was able to snag a table inside. Tomas, the manager, was quick to greet us and make sure we were spoken to because the hostess had stepped away. Although they seemed understaffed a bit because he also had to take our orders and seat us- we would've never noticed! He was quick to take orders, refill drinks, and bring our check. All around great service. As for the food, we were very happy with everything we ordered. I had the Ham & Swiss Omelet with avocado on the side and my friends got Steak & Eggs and the American breakfast. The Ham& Swiss omelette was a great size and delicious- and the breakfast potatoes were just as good. The avocado was fresh and an appropriate amount for a side order. My friends both loved their orders and said they would definitely order the same things again when we come back. As a plus, the interior was nice, modern, and very clean. Will definitely be back!

    Egg Scramble
    Faheem A.

    After checking out of our Hotel Eurostar we decided to try River North Bistro. We tried the Hot Honey Chicken which was pretty standard- though we didn't really taste any "heat" or any honey. This dish was still acceptable as it was crunchy and had flavor. Our second course was the Egg Scramble which was pretty good.... We should've added some sort of meat to it as that's all it was personally missing. The service was superb. We didn't wait long for anything and they extremely quick with everything. I will definitely be back to check out more of their menu.

    Unsweetened TeA - A tall glass of iced tea with a lemon wedge and a black straw, placed on a restaurant table with plates of food nearby.
    William P.

    Came here for a nice afternoon brunch with my two best friends. Seated quickly without a reservation, served water promptly. We all ordered the American Breakfast, came with Cholula and ketchup. The eggs were perfectly scrambled. Potatoes were well seasoned and crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. I got the turkey sausage, it was juicy and slightly sweet. The bacon was well cooked and crisp, you get 3 per order. The ice tea was really good, unsweetened but had flavor to it that made it just right. Staff will attentive, took a bit of time to get our check. The ambiance was fresh and modern.

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    Denyce M.

    Came here for brunch, stayed for the bottomless mimosas. At $22 a pop, this is a very good deal for a downtown location. I was happy that they allowed you to select the juice of your choice (OJ, cranberry or pineapple). Food was good, Lake Benedict (smoked salmon, poached eggs, béarnaise, house made biscuit). This also came with potatoes, which were nicely seasoned. Biscuit was nice and tender and the béarnaise sauce was very good. I also got a "side" of pancake, which was one....should have gotten a full order as it was very good and my daughter dipped into it. The cake was nice and fluffy and the coloring was great. I am picky about pancakes and like a certain brown coloring for them and this one was perfect. My hubby go the steak and eggs and said it was nicely prepared. My daughter got the Truffle and Wild Mushroom scramble with potatoes (scrambled eggs, truffle oil, sautéed wild mushrooms, sautéed leeks). She cleaned her plate, so you can say she enjoyed it :-) She said that the flavors were light and the dish itself was just the right amount of food. Service was great, with the server being attentive. He kept those carafes of mimosas coming. The time limit for mimosas was 1.5 hours, but we were not rushed or stopped from our quest to get hydrated. We also met the GM, Tomas, who was also very nice and helpful, doing things in and outside of the restaurant. There is a lovely covered outdoor seating area. Would have sat out there as it looked inviting but the wind was too crazy that day. We will definitely be back as they offer a Happy Hour from 4-6 pm, Sun-Thurs. Happy Hour on a Sunday? Count me in.

    Ham & Swiss Omelet
    Allison J.

    Great brunch spot! We ordered an omelette and the mushroom toast and both were really good. The bottomless mimosas were a great value, and they made sure to keep them coming the whole time. The server was super nice and made sure we got everything we needed. The outside seating was super cute and perfect for a summer morning.

    Bacon & Swiss Omelet
    Josh F.

    Great little place for breakfast! I had the bacon and Swiss omelette. It was delicious and huge! The potatoes were also good. And, coffee was delicious. The wait staff was very attentive. Inside it is very classy. In total, the bill was around $30 with tip. Not too bad for a sit down restaurant right off Michigan Avenue. I would definitely eat here again.

    Nice ambiance
    Rafael S.

    Went for breakfast. Nice welcome, good solid tasty food. Try the Truffle & Wild Mushrooms Scramble, also the Croissant Breakfast sandwiches. Could improve in having better coffee though. Efficient service although the server was alone. Still was nice and timely. Quiet airy ambiance with lots of natural light. Would definitely return.

    Truffle Seared Chicken Breast (subbed for Whipped Garlic Potatoes!)
    Jesus C.

    Stopped by for an early dinner this Sunday and was immediately impressed by the decor and ambiance of the place. We were immediately greeted with friendly smiles and attention. Our server had some great recommendations on the menu and was very knowledgeable. Once our food arrived, there was no conversation at our table die to us digging right in! Everything was SO delicious! Thank you for such a wonderful experience!

    bottomless mimosas
    Destany L.

    If you're looking for quality brunch with strong BOTTOMLESS mimosas, do check out River North! I'm from out of state and we found this spot on a whim while walking the streets of Downtown Chicago. The prices are reasonable for the portions and service & they have options for everyone!

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    It wasn't crowded when i went. Food selection was good, quality, taste, presentation, and service were all very good. I'd go back again.

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    Great Happy Hour menu here. We sat outside at their nice patio. And Kevin took care of us!

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    Food was good ! Service was fast & efficient . Nice music playing in the background & beautiful greenery if done outside !

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    Great dinner here tonight - had the mussels, burger, and octopus. All were exceptional. The drinks…read morewere also very good, and the service was awesome. Great meal overall.

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    River North Bistro - tradamerican - Updated May 2026

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