A friend recommended Tweet, a place I had never heard of before. The storefront is somewhat decorated but easy to miss. Once I stepped inside, though, I was shocked by how big the place actually was and how packed it was with people -- clearly, this was a spot the locals were in the know about! Unfortunately, it was so busy that there weren't any seats available. But the best part? They have a full bar, amazing cocktails, and an incredibly friendly and talented bar staff. I pulled up to the bar and ordered a Paper Plane, made with: * ¾ oz Bourbon * ¾ oz Amaro Nonino® * ¾ oz Aperol® * ¾ oz fresh lemon juice Absolutely amazing! The perfect balance of bourbon, bittersweet liqueur, and fresh citrus. It wasn't long before I heard my name called, so I cashed out (cash only!) and finally made my way to my table, Our server was extremely friendly and very patient , but i opted for Crabcakes Hollandaise 2 crabcakes with 2 organic eggs nestled under hollandaise sauce on an English muffin. It was Fantastic! My two friends opted for the Country Benedict fluffy biscuit cut in half, country sausage patties, two poached organic eggs* with sausage gravy. Comes with fresh fruit cup orcompote and choice of hash browns, salad or sliced tomato, and my other friend chose Numero Seis: Steak Burrito Organic eggs with sliced skirt steak, onions and potatoes, chihuahua cheese, cilantro with Chipotle mayo...stuffed into a flour tortilla, to wash it down we all picked the gigantic Michelada: Iced Modelo, spicy tomato juice, salt rim, tamarind stick garnish, everything was fantastic and quoting Arnold , "ill be back " read more

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Tweet has been consistently excellent for years and my visit today was no exception. Our server was fantastic, although I didn't catch his name. The sweet bread amuse bouche was as nice a welcome treat as ever and my California Benedict was very tasty. 5 stars for the crispy hash browns, too. They are currently offering a warm apple side dish as an alternative option to their usual fruit cup and it was really fantastic. Long live Tweet! read more

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Cash only? In this economy?! I am kidding about feigning my outrage, but not the Cash-only nature of Tweet. They have an ATM, but plan ahead if you don't want to pay the fees. Overall, there is a lot to like: there is a free slice of cake presented when you're seated, and a cup of fruit included with breakfast. While some of the fruit was sliced a little close to the rind, I have no complaints about either, especially with the cake being homemade. This isn't just a matter of not looking a gift-horse in the mouth, but also about both being genuinely good (though not mind blowing). For my mains, I ordered the French Toast with a side of bacon. It was awesome that I was asked my preference for crisp vs soft bacon, and I asked for it in between. True to form, I received bacon which was somewhere down the middle, while closer to soft, I am going to choose to not split hairs. The French Toast was okay. It is thick, honkin' slices of Ciabatta, dipped in custard and pan fried. A respectable iteration, especially after a 'healthy' amount of maple syrup and butter. However, it lacked that magic a truly superb French Toast has, where the inside is soft and chewy, and the outside lightly crisp. Ciabatta has a little too much bulk for that. A highlight of the experience was actually the service. Despite being fairly busy, the food came out fast. Everyone was very friendly, welcoming, and attentive. The service staff also worked together as a team to deliver excellent service, rather than have one person handle everything for a certain area. The vibe is very unique, in that as more and more places go for simple, bland, and sometimes minimalist interiors, here there is more art than wall! I may not love all of it, and I am not asking for prints of anything, but it's nicer than staring at blankness. Final verdict: Tweet has many good things going for it: an artful vibe, included cake and fruit, and a menu that works for all sorts of diets. They also excel in providing excellent service. However, if judged on the French Toast alone, they don't quite have the secret sauce to make it to the league of greats. read more

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Tweet is a community Staple, a solid location for brunch with friends or a quick lunch during a work day! I've visited so many times I've figured a review was past due, you can't go wrong ordering anything on their menu but the French toast for breakfast is a MUST TRY. Today I had the pleasure of finally trying their bacon Swiss quiche & my fiance had their Bacon Chicken Club with fries. They were both delicious with generous servings! Staff is always warm attention and can offer great suggestions. The location always feels like you're one of the family! It has a traditional feel of popping into your family's house for a bite to eat. It's a tight squeeze in the establishment & it's cash only so make sure you're prepped! If you haven't popped in yet, add tweet to your must try list you won't be disappointed read more

Tweet - Quiche Platter - New American Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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We got a great parking spot (miracle) and were seated outdoors immediately (another miracle), which was great. The menu had so many options, it was hard to choose. I asked the waitress for her recommendation between 2 items, and it was bizarre that she recommended the purchased item over the one made in-house. Once we decided not to order drinks, she seemingly decided we were not a priority - she seemed short with us and brought the wrong side from what we ordered. The entrees were pretty good and we liked the format of the hashbrowns (crispy & in a square). It's cash only and the cashier had no $20 bills for change, but we made it work. If you're looking for an outdoor spot for brunch, I'd recommend checking out, but I'm not sure I'd go out of my way to try it/come back. read more

Tweet - Veggie country benedict - New American Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

This restaurant felt right at home. As soon as we walked in, they offered a place for our huge winter coats. Immediately after being seated, our waiter was ready to take drinks. I got the ecstasy virgin Bloody Mary and HOT DAMN literally one of my favorite I've ever had. If you like spice, get it! Portions were huge, I got country Benedict. The biscuit was fluffy, the sausage patty was thicc and a perfect poached egg. I was very happy! Hers was honestly slightly more delicious because the hollandaise was amazing. Our friends got the famous corned beef hash and it's sooooOOOooo good. Unlike most corn beef hashes I've experienced. The one smoll downfall was the corn arepas as they were like savory pancakes and not exactly what we expected. The restaurant itself is kitschy and cute. Even saw a famous Chicago drag star there, so you know it's good! read more

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This place was recommended to us endlessly and it fully lived up to the hype. We walked in at opening on a weekday, so it was super quiet, for a while it was just us. We weren't starving as we had early lunch plans and an appt to get to, so initially all we ordered was drip coffee. The staff was so kind about it, complimentary coffee cake is given with the coffee. Then Rex our server who is the most personable and kind human being recommended the short stack of French toast that is not on the menu. He claimed it's the best he's had EVER. And he was not lying. Made with cibbatta bread, it's crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, not soggy or too eggy, the butter adds a touch of saltiness and the syrup is so yummmm. Would come again just for the French toast. But Rex, who is a gem, chatted with us and gave us so many good Chicago recs. The service is just amazing. Great place. Can't wait to return. Just a heads up it is cash only, which is fine by me, I always travel with some, there is an ATM inside, just come prepared :) read more

Tweet - French Toast - New American Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

I love this place and everything about it. Intimate, unassuming, and delicious! A wonderful brunch spot with the best patio seating! This place has a friendly staff, a chill vibe, and amazing pancakes. Need I say more? read more

This is a great place to get brunch with friends! Everyone really enjoyed their food and it came out quickly. There is a large menu to choose from but I got the Corned Beef Hash & Eggs and would highly recommend, it was delicious!!! read more

Tweet - Corned Beef Hash & Eggs - New American Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Finally stopped in for brunch and it was busy and bustling. Clearly a neighborhood fav. Got the biscuits and gravy, which was new for me, but I was craving it so I got it. Service was fast and friendly read more

This local gem is in the same space as the bar Big Chicks. Think decadent brunch by day and neighborhood gay bar, that's hella inclusive, by night. I'm seriously always surprised at the breadth of the menu selections for brunch compared to the pub food offered during bar hours. They have outdoor patios in the front and back, and they always have well-maintained restrooms, excellent service, delicious food, and a fantastic beverage selection. We're talking great coffee, Bloody Marys, and a pitcher of mimosas for all your drinking options. I've easily come here 3x a year for brunch, mostly to impress people visiting from out of town. The wait tends to move fast, and the team prevents immediate hangry-ness by always offering a small "amuse bouche," aka a bite of a pastry, when you sit down. I've had a half-dozen of their brunch dishes and have yet to have an issue, but I always have take-home leftovers. Seriously, make the trip to try this place and become a regular. read more

This place is cash only. I was walking by and wondering what was going on. I came here to meet a friend and the food was affordable and good. I got the corned beef hash with scrambled eggs and texas toast. The texas toast is amazing and the food was good. They were attentive and a good place for a date. read more

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The food was delicious, service first rate and the ambience is fun! I do recommend! I was from out of town when visiting and didn't understand the parking situation so got a ticket. Pay attention if you're driving there! read more

Here we go... The ambience was warm, cute and cozy. They give you a little slice of cake as a starter. Bring cash! The cheese curds are made with love as is the rest of the food and the service (S/O to Lucky!). The amount of hash brown is just right, not too much, not too little and just the right amount of crisp. The omelette was divine, it was like biting into what happiness would feel like it it were edible and the taste gave me tears of joy. Highly recommend this wonderful institution. Got it? Good. read more

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Perfect place for brunch. Patio at the back is only open on weekends. Patio in the front is open but they do warn about bees. Complimentary cake is served as we sat down. Had the classic breakfast with a choice of tomatoes and fruit cup. The chicken sausage was good. Only con: my eggs and chicken sausage were a little too oily and greasy. It's a cash only establishment (there is an ATM inside) read more

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Yes. Eat here. Had a party of 5, and was able to get promptly seated around 11am on a Friday. Food was excellent. Staff was kind and prompt. The vibe was happy and energetic for a nice brunch buzz. It was full, without being crowded. I love tweet and will come back!! Cash only!!! read more

Tweet - Fruit cup - New American Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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My husband and I came here for brunch on our day off (Tuesday NYE) and it was a great choice! I was looking for a brunch spot in the neighborhood and was happy to find that the pumpkin pancakes were gluten free (my husband has celiacs). They were incredibly accommodating to my husbands gluten allergy. First they served these cute little coffee cakes pre-meal and my husband's was gf. My husband got an arepa dish (which was more like a savory corn pancake) and I got the chilaquiles. Both were delicious! We also split the pumpkin pancakes which were pretty good as far as gf pancakes go. Cash only -- they have an ATM onsite. read more

I've been living in Uptown for the past year and a half and have been meaning to come here, however I don't often eat out for breakfast food so I wasn't necessarily in a rush to come here either. My friend and I went for a coffee and long walk, and then walked by here while we were hungry so we decided we should stop and try. She said she's been there once before and liked it so I had high hopes. Long story short - we were disappointed. She ordered the chilaquiles red salsa and I got the breakfast burrito (meat lovers option with chorizo, bacon, etc). We both found out food to be lacking flavor. It just straight up was just not that good! Maybe we ordered the wrong things? I'm not sure! While our server was friendly, she forgot to bring us our check after we asked for it, and then saw us again and said she'd be back with it and then disappeared for like 10 minutes! We weren't in a hurry, but we also were ready to leave so that was a little annoying. Lastly, they are cash only which in my opinion is outdated. We did not have cash on hand nor realized they were cash only so we had to use the ATM in the next room... which I absolutely hate doing because no one likes getting charged to take your own money out. Anyways, not sure if I'll return any time soon, but the service and ambiance is nice. read more

Tweet - Breakfast burrito & Chilaquiles - New American Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

I want to start off that this is a cash ONLY place and they do have an ATM inside. Now that we got that out of the way, this is my favorite brunch place in the neighborhood. It is typically packed, so be aware that you may need to wait a bit. The staff is phenomenal and the receptionists are extremely welcoming. The place is clean and has great art on the walls. They pack in the tables, so it does feel a little cramped but it isn't too bad. I don't feel that I'm sitting at the table next to me or anything like that. The food is great as well. The Chilaquiles are a favorite of mine. I also love that they bring out a little cake as a pre-meal treat. read more

Came by again and had an excellent breakfast with my grandson. I had the country benedict. A huge meal with two perfectly poached eggs over two large sausage patties and two half a biscuits and covered with sausage gravy. I had to have their hash browns. The portion size is really large. It comes with a generous cup of assorted fruit. My GS had the arepas. They were huge but a bit too dry. for him. I forgot it's cash only. luckily I had enough. I wish the coffee was more robust. read more

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Food great. I go there once a year when I come down from Texas to see son. I told waiter I was going to atm in next room. While at atm, my 2 sons and 1 friend got up to step outside. Multiple staff thought we were walking out on tab. I told them prior I was going to atm in next room because they take cash only. What a let down, i was thrilled to go back and then that occurred. Won't be going back next year's visit. read more

Always good food, with friendly staff and helpful service. The menu is endless, with cocktails available as well. I love this place. It's a really good place to take friends. read more

I'm in love with this place! I will note - they are cash only but have an ATM inside the restaurant. We were caught a lil off guard by this but that is our fault for not checking beforehand. When they seat you, they give you a free piece of cinnamon coffee cake which is delicious. Their menu is large and there's many vegetarian, vegan, and gluten free options. I can't eat meat, so this was especially nice for me. I got the vegetarian biscuits and gravy which was very heavy but very delicious. I got it thinking I'd need a side to fill me up but nope. The biscuits and gravy would've been enough. I would definitely get it again. My bf got the French toast with a side of eggs and sausage and also regretted getting the sides because he said the French toast was awesome but very filling. He's a big eater, so I was shocked. Not a bad problem to have though! Service was good and we were pleasantly surprised they were able to seat us immediately at noon on a Saturday. They have both an outdoor patio and an indoor space with a neat ambiance. Would definitely recommend!!! read more

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I love this neighborhood spot so much! My go to order is the corned beef hash & eggs. Their hash browns though..when they're extra crispy it's SO GOOD. I also enjoy their quiche platter a lot (good size portion). Other favorites include country benedict & crab cake benedict. Their complimentary welcome coffee cake bites is such a nice touch!! Sure it can be annoying because it's cash only but I still highly recommend this cozy spot :) always really friendly service! read more

Tweet - New American Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

The food is delicious, the portions are generous. The staff is amazing--so friendly and welcoming. I love the service and the ambiance at Tweet. Definitely one of my favorite breakfast and brunch spots. read more

The best brunch ever! I used to think I needed unlimited mimosa brunches to have a great time. Tweet changed my mind on that! Bloody Mary is a must! The options, including vegan, are amazing. I haven't had a bad drink, meal, or social interaction once since coming here and it's one of the few spots that I'm willing to drive the distance for to enjoy. Love love love them. You will too! read more

Went for brunch a while back and it was a great experience. They are cash only so putting that upfront. There was a bit of a wait. We sat on the patio. Beware of the yellowjackets! They are great company but if you are the only people on the patio they swarm lol. The reason I take a star is purely because the champagne cocktail I ordered with brunch was not great. Like most city brunch places the champagne is cheap. The food was excellent though and had great portions. They bring out a sweet bread pastry when you are sat to stave off some hunger. It was delicious! They also include fruit bowls with the meal. I got the steak and eggs and they were really good and cooked to order. Definitely would like to come back! Not super kid friendly if you have a problem with your kid seeing more risqué art. The walls have a lot of it! read more

Love this place so much!!! As soon as you enter, you get seated with some homemade pastry for free which is always delicious and they even have vegan ones! The food is amazing and so is the staff. So many vegan options. In a cute area in uptown. Love the old school diner vibe. Cash only though! But atm on site. Nice little patio too read more

Tweet - Vegan breakfast Burrito Numero Seite Vegetariano (vegan though) - New American Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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***CASH ONLY (they have an ATM in store) Came in on a cloudy Friday morning wanting to try a new breakfast place. Theres a nice little patio out front and the interior is like an old cozy diner. We were seated immediately inside. First thing i noticed is all the antic looking art they have on the walls, it sets up a nice atmosphere. Upon sitting at our table, we were greeted with a friendly waiter and these adorable little pastries, one for each of us. They were in the shape of a sailor hat and had some sugar and glaze on top. I was delightfully surprised to find them to not being too sweet, and had a gentle, fluffy bite to them. Then we ordered drinks - I got plain black coffee, it was a good blend but nothing to write home about. Then we got our food - I ordered the Chilaquiles, as I was really craving some. The presentation was nice and the portions were generous. I really enjoyed the salsa that came on it, as it had a nice roasted flavor and just the right kick. I was a little disappointed it didn't have as much salsa in proportion to the chips, as some chips did not have any. The eggs were also decent as well, a little over cooked. Everything else was there and overall it was a decent dish. I loved the side of fruit that came with it, that was so cute and the fruit was fresh. My friends got the eggs benedict and a breakfast burrito, and my oh my they looked so ever tasty. They enjoyed their food a lot. The service was quick, as our food did not take long to come out, and our waiter was on top of things. In the end, I was excited to try this place and enjoyed my experience but felt I need to come back and try it again to get the full picture, as it fell a bit short for me. With the wide variety of menu options and affordable prices, I could see myself coming back soon. read more

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Second time eating here. There is a wait - that's good!! The food is worth the wait, drinks are always strong. I would give service 10 stars if I could, they are very attentive. Happy service people make customers happy! Walls full of art, plenty of games and books to keep adults and kids busy alike. read more

Loved the food. Service is consistent and the employees are great. I had the quiche platter and is was very substantial

Came here on Father's Day and was quite impressed! Not sure if they take reservations but we walked in and were seated pretty quickly. Your table is given a banana bread (?) to start which was very delicious! The service was prompt and the menu looked great! It seems very old school as it's a cash only place and a lot of items were market price (items with crab, steak, etc.) which I haven't seen for a breakfast place. My two friends ordered the eggs Benedict which they felt was very flavorful! The hollandaise was made pretty spot on. I had the corned beef hash which was a highlight item and it was delicious! Even had some leftover and the leftover was just as good. Overall only took a star off since it's cash only (though they do have an ATM inside by the bar) which is a bit inconvenient nowadays. But I would definitely come back to try more items! read more

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The owner gave us the best greeting. Katlyn (our server) was awesome. The food was amazing. The cute English tea sets they use are a nice touch. read more

Tweet - Cheese omelette and delicious crispy hash browns. - New American Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Tweet is pretty good and it's nice that it's in the neighborhood. The most annoying pat is that they are cash only. In the year of our lord 2022, after a worldwide pandemic, they still remain cash only. So either bring paper money or your bank card to use the ATM near the door. My favorite item is the chilaquiles. It may be the only thing I've ever had here, to be honest, because I love chilaquiles and it's not something you find at every brunch place. They put like an ridiculous amount of cilantro as garnish as well and the orange chunk isn't necessary but hey it's easy to pull it off. Seating can be super tight, at least inside. They do have outside seating in the warm months. They also give you a little bit of coffee cake at the start of your meal which is actually pretty yummy, and they include it in your to-go order too. read more

Tweet - New American Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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This little hole in the wall is an amazing place in Uptown Chicago! We stopped by for a quick lunch, and I ended up ordering a breakfast instead, lol. My Classic Egg Benedict came with multiple options for sides, and I chose the hash brown and the fresh fruit cup. My daughter ordered the Avocado toast with a side salad and a fruit cup. Both of our meals were fantastic! I loved, loved, loved the egg benedict! Perfectly poached eggs, canadian bacon and a delicious hollandaise sauce. When we sat down, the staff brought us complimentary coffee cakes, which I thought was delicious. Our waiter was absolutely amazing! He did everything above and beyond ... super friendly and attentive. Keep it in mind that they only accept cash payments! No credit or debit cards! read more

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Here's why Tweet is great: - affordable prices - large menu selection of savory breakfast entrees - gluten free and lactose free menus - tons of customization options for vegetarians, vegans, and carb conscious - free coffee cake upon sitting - most meals come with a cup of fruit, served like an appetizer - large dining rooms - 2 dog friendly patios during the summer - iced tea comes with a fully glass and an extra carafe of iced tea - a local community favorite that people visit from across the city - all of the food is very tasty Here's what you'll need to know before you go: - get there early with your entire party or you will wait.... Long lines and whole party must be present to be seated - cash only (atm on premises) - they're very busy so you're not going to have a staff member constantly checking in you (but there are enough staff around you can always catch someone's attention for help). read more

Tweet - Corn Arepa - New American Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Tweet might just be my favorite brunch spot in the city. It's got a homey down to earth vibe and everything tastes homemade. This isn't your generic diner food! Everything I've had is absolutely delicious and it's really a great spot for gluten-free folks like me. I particularly love getting their Benedicts because those are so rarely available with gluten-free English muffins. I admit that the GF English muffins can get a bit spongy/mushy but that's pretty common so I can't blame them. I love that when you're seated, you're given a tasty little breakfast cake (with a vegan & gluten free version - yay!). Most meals are served with a bowl of fresh fruit or warm compote which I always love. Even on busy days, I've only ever waited maybe 20-30 minutes. Service is super speedy too. So you can definitely be in and out quickly if you need you. Important heads up! They're cash only! They have two ATMs (one in the bar, one in the dining area) so you'll be ok if you forget cash. read more

Amazing food. Clean ingredients and nice Latin fusion with a vintage vibe. French toast was my favorite. Great service too. I do recommend getting there before the crowds on the weekend.. read more

Nice breakfast and brunch spot. Parking is limited. Wait was short. We were seated fairly quickly. Service was excellent. The staff was extremely attentive but not intrusive. Ordered Denver omelette with side salad, bread and toast. Food could have used a little more seasoning. Also got chilaquiles, those were good too. Complementary coffee cake, it was a hit but I thought it was a bit dry for me. Overall it was a lovely breakfast with great service. read more

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I love love coming here for brunch whenever I'm in the area to visit my girlfriend! There's always a wait on the weekend no matter how early or late. They have a great selection for breakfast and I get the crab cake and omelette and they're delicious. They have drink selections and the highlight for me the is Bloody Mary. They are cash only so make sure to bring cash otherwise they have an atm inside. The service is great and fast, everything nice super fast pace but enjoyable. read more