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    Windy City Grill

    4.0 (87 reviews)
    Closed 8:00 am - 2:00 pm
    Updated 3 months ago

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    WINDY CITY GRILL ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for kids
    Good for groups

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    Breakfast Combo 4   Many choices with this combo
    steve e.

    I went in during off peak hours and they were pretty slow. Service was quick and excellent imho. The meal was well prepared, exactly how I had ordered the bacon was crisp, sausage had good flavor, eggs were cooked to perfection. The two pancake were large, light and fluffy Nothing fancy about WCG and you would most likely drive right on by it if you didn't know it was there, not the greatest location but worth a stop and give them a try when in the area. I will come back and try them for lunch soon

    Fried Green Tomato BLT
    Becky M.

    When you walk into a place and see the "regulars" sitting at the counter laughing and chatting with the owners you know you've come into a good place. The food here never disappoints. I LOVE the blue cheese burger but today I tried the fried green tomato BLT. SO GOOD !!! Come give these folks a try and support a great local business !!!!! You will be happy you did !!!

    Shot of the cross section- see how perfectly cooked?  And that ham they smoke on-site.  Everything so fresh!
    Eugene S.

    I can't believe we never went here. It is so close to our house and we are lucky we tried it. The food literally looked like something that would be pictured in a menu or shot for a tv commercial. We saw plates from other diners and they were equally perfect. It was the best breakfast I've ever had from a restaurant. The food was so perfect on every plate and very good. Eggs fluffy and perfect, the waiter told me that they smoke the ham for the omelets (plenty of ham), toast golden brown and completely buttered, has browns perfect and not scorched into submission like what happens so often at breakfast places. It was amazing. They should be on one of those reality TV review shows. Takes a little longer because someone is obviously obsessing over everything they serve. The inside has been newly remodeled and is beautiful.

    Don't blink or you might miss it and that would be a mistake!
    Hollie S.

    I can't believe that we are just now discovering this gem of a diner in our own backyard! The restaurant is super clean and cozy. The food is picture perfect and tastes as good as it looks. It is so rare to see this sort of consistency and pride in a diner style breakfast! Bacon is done perfectly! The hash browns are perfect golden brown. I'll be back to try a skillet and lunch! Well done!!!

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    Food was not very good. Nothing seemed fresh, and came like warm. Staff was very nice!

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    Great blueberry pancakes. Service was friendly, fast and efficient. Reasonably priced and great atmosphere.

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    Both times we have tried to go there, their business has been closed. Either they have changed their hours, or are no longer open. ????

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    This is the perfect local diner. Great staff and excellent food!!

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    Season - Cheddar grits

    Season

    4.7(135 reviews)
    6.5 mi
    $$

    I had such a great experience at Season in Marietta! The food was absolutely incredible!!…read moreeverything tasted fresh and was so good. The cold brew was especially amazing and definitely one of my favorite parts of the meal. We sat outside and I loved how thoughtful they were with the setup. They had umbrellas for shade and even baby fans to help with the heat, which made sitting outside really comfortable. Little details like that make such a difference. The service was also incredible. Our server, Mino, was so kind and funny and really made the experience even better. They made sure we had everything we needed and were very attentive throughout our meal. Overall, great food, amazing coffee, thoughtful atmosphere, and outstanding service. I'll definitely be coming back! I will say I would make a reservation in advanced as I did because the wait was around 1-2 hours.

    Listen, I usually keep my "hidden gems" locked in the vault because once the brunch crowd finds…read moreout, it's game over. But my spirit was led to share. I swung by Season on a Thursday late morning - trying to beat the weekend warriors - and let me tell you, the ancestors were smiling on me because I got sat immediately. The space is that perfect small-to-medium sweet spot. It's cozy but doesn't feel like you're sitting in the next person's lap. They've got indoor and outdoor seating, and while I could see a line forming fast on a Saturday, the flow was smooth. It's got that "if you know, you know" energy that I appreciate. I started with a freshly squeezed OJ. Simple, right? Wrong. This wasn't that watered-down carton stuff; it was crisp, vibrant, and felt like a hug for my immune system. For the main event, I went with the Tamale Huevos Rancheros. These were two handmade chicken tamales topped with eggs - I requested mine fried hard, because runny yolks are a bridge too far for me - along with house-made salsa, crema, avocado, and bacon. The flavor profile was elite. The tamales were authentic and seasoned to perfection, with a soulfulness that reminded me why I love a well-executed fusion dish. BUT WAIT, THERE'S MORE! I couldn't just stop there, so I added a Maduro buttermilk pancake and the cheddar grits to the order. Let's talk about these grits for a second. These are hands down some of the best I've ever had. No exaggeration. They were creamy, sharp, and seasoned like the chef actually likes the people they're cooking for. Even the pancake was a revelation - it was very unique and stood out from the standard "flat and sugary" situation you get at most spots. If you're looking for a spot that actually delivers on the hype without the pretentious atmosphere, this is it. It's the kind of meal that makes you want to go home and take a nap, but also call your parents and tell them you're eating well. I'll be back, just please don't take my seat when I do.

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    Season - Front counter

    Front counter

    Season - Chicken N' Waffles

    Chicken N' Waffles

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    Iced Dirty Chai Latte

    Thumbs Up Diner Express - Breakfast Burger

    Thumbs Up Diner Express

    4.4(57 reviews)
    2.8 mi

    While making a purchase, I ordered an orange juice. The cashier informed me that I could retrieve…read moreit myself from the cooler when I was ready. As I was preparing my coffee, the customer behind me--who appeared to be of the same race as the cashier--also ordered an orange juice. At that point, the cashier stepped over, retrieved the juice herself, and announced, "That's the last orange juice." I immediately stated that I had already been sold an orange juice and asked what I was expected to receive. I was then told I could have apple or cranberry juice instead. This interaction left me confused and concerned, as the only apparent difference between how the two transactions were handled was race. Regardless of intent, the situation gave the clear impression that I was treated differently based on skin color. Experiences like this are unacceptable and deeply troubling. All customers deserve equal and respectful treatment. If you are tired of racism in any way shape or form stand up and do not support this. Let them know by keeping your hard earned money and taking it somewhere else.

    Wow. I am picky when it comes to potato bowly type things and this place did not disappoint. They…read morewere crunchy and pillowy at the same time. I got the simple bowl with the potatoes and onions/peppers and an egg. Very large portion and their strawberry jam for the toast was awesome. My daughter got the chicken salad sandwich. We will definitely go back! There are so many other things I want to try. Our waiter was super nice as were the folks behind the counter. The place is small but very cute. Music and tv shows were quirky. Haha

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    Thumbs Up Diner Express - Inside Ambiance

    Inside Ambiance

    Thumbs Up Diner Express - Side of French Toast

    Side of French Toast

    Thumbs Up Diner Express - Patio Seating

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    Patio Seating

    Morning Shift - Challah French toast with cinnamon butter to go

    Morning Shift

    4.1(129 reviews)
    2.6 mi
    $$

    We went for Mother's Day brunch (which was just a few minutes ago), expecting long waits and chaos,…read morebut somehow this place ran more smoothly than Chick-fil-A on a Monday morning. The service was unbelievably efficient -- every table was moving, food came out quickly, and the staff never looked overwhelmed despite the packed crowd. You could tell there was real leadership and organization behind everything. What made the experience even better was meeting the owner's mom and sister. They were both incredibly sweet, warm, and genuinely welcoming. You can tell the family atmosphere trickles down through the entire restaurant because everyone treats guests with kindness and care, rather than making you feel rushed. GREAT JOB MOM! The food was amazing, the energy was great, and the hospitality honestly stood out the most. Definitely one of the best Mother's Day brunch experiences we've had.

    The restaurant changes personalities depending on the time: early in the day it's "Morning Shift"…read moreand serves breakfast. In the evenings they light up and switch their sign to "Late Shift" and serve mostly pizza and wings. Since I was there at night, I got the 10 inch Carnivore pizza which had lots of chunks of meat on it. The sauce was good with a tang. And the crust was the thick variety but soft with a nice chew. The flavors were good and it was freshly cooked and I enjoyed it. The seating includes tables of various sizes including long large tables for a group. They also have both seating and a large covered patio that can be closed or opened depending on the weather.

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    Morning Shift
    Morning Shift - Sunrise BLT

    Sunrise BLT

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    The Red Eyed Mule - Sassy Jimmy with Rings.  The best.  Shhhhh.

    The Red Eyed Mule

    4.4(951 reviews)
    7.3 mi
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    You order at the counter and it didn't take long! But how to narrow down what I want?! I changed…read moremy mind 3 times! Mom got the special of the day - brisket Benedict and I got a chicken biscuit with bacon and cheese! Hope to grab a table - it was crowded!! They call your name when your food is ready and they bring to your table. Oh - and they have the good ice, you know what I mean! We had leftovers - so much food and so yummy!! It's a small place but when it warms up, there is plenty of outside seating!

    Hands down the best chicken biscuit in the metro area! And…read moreso much more. I absolutely love this place. The corned beef hash is addictive and delicious. The burgers are good. Portions are very generous!!! Seriously, I cannot finish most of the dishes. The mule basket feeds both of us! Service is very prompt and friendly. The restaurant always seems very busy yet we have always been able to easily find a table and parking. (Some kind of weird voodoo going on with that!) Despite the crowd the dining room feels comfortable not overly cramped. You stand in line, place your order, find a table, fetch your coffee and shortly your food arrives. The staff are ridiculously good and offer smiles all morning. Overall every time we eat here it is a wonderful experience. We leave with happy full bellies and smiles all around. I love it here.

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    The Red Eyed Mule - Counter seating

    Counter seating

    The Red Eyed Mule - Fried Chicken Biscuit & Mule Chips

    Fried Chicken Biscuit & Mule Chips

    The Red Eyed Mule - Corned beef hash grits and two fried eggs.

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    Corned beef hash grits and two fried eggs.

    Derek's Cafe

    Derek's Cafe

    4.2(179 reviews)
    3.7 mi
    $$

    Great traditional breakfast diner with a Latin twist (Mofongo)…read more Good service. I love the Corned beef hash breakfast and the Greek omelette.

    We loved the food here. The omelettes and scramble options had a nice amount of veggies, meat, and…read morecheese on them. I also like that they aren't heavy on the salt. The children's options are a great value if you have a little one. My only concern is that when we went in on our first go, I know that I ordered French toast for my child. When the waitress brought out our food, my child had pancakes. When I brought the error to her attention, she seemed rather quick to say I was wrong about this. I let it slide because we're not going to have a giant argument in a restaurant with wait staff over a small infraction like this. I get the feeling that our waitress may have an issue with accountability and would've continued to argue had I not given her an easy way out and said "It's ok, we will settle for this. Don't worry about it." She responded by offering to bring out some French toast anyway, which was kind, but flat out telling your customers that they're wrong is maybe not the best way to go about this to have a healthy, trusting relationship. My husband even confirmed that I had ordered what I said I ordered afterward. Maybe some staff training regarding approaching situations like this would be appreciated, such as having wait staff confirm orders once the entire table has started their orders prior to transferring orders to the kitchen would help eliminate this issue. Please know that we did return the next day because the food was great and they got our order correct the next morning. Yay!

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    Derek's Cafe - Inside

    Inside

    Derek's Cafe
    Derek's Cafe

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    A&M Kitchen - Southern Fried Chicken and Biscuit was to die for.

    A&M Kitchen

    4.6(273 reviews)
    4.4 mi
    $$

    What an awesome experience. As always, an excellent meal, fantastic service, and a wide range of…read moretasty delights on their menu. Enjoy! A&M Kitchen has become one of our favorites. They do breakfast right.

    I've been wanting to stop by for a long time, but I've always felt intimidated by the notoriously…read morelong waits of brunch spots. However, once I realized you could waitlist online, it was a game changer. We got: Biscuit with fried chicken smothered in gravy: The seasoning on the fried chicken is great, and the chicken itself is juicy and perfect. Pair that with their exceptional gravy and a hearty mouthful of biscuit and it's a done deal. It's a HUGE portion, so come hungry or share. Classic breakfast (forgot what it's called but eggs, protein, biscuit, grits): I got my eggs scrambled and these were probably the best scrambled eggs I've ever had outside of my own home. It was just the way I liked them--definitely scrambled, but juicy, flavorful, and soft. The grits were a crowd favorite on our table--super rich and creamy. Smoked ham was salty (as most smoked ham are) but incredible soft and nice to eat. I thought my favorite would be the biscuit (I'm a HUGE biscuit girl) but it actually wasn't as buttery as I thought. It wasn't bad, but I think I'll take the grits over it any day. I can't believe how delicious this place was. All the plates coming out looked amazing (the sweet breakfast items, wow!) and we are definitely coming back to try the rest of the menu. I'd say this is a 4.5 due to the biscuit falling a little flat (not literally because that thing was fluffy!) BUT service was also great so it's bumping up to a 5. We're so happy to find a go-to brunch spot in this area--definitely give it a try!

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    A&M Kitchen - Front

    Front

    A&M Kitchen - Farmers Breakfast with Catfish and pancakes.

    Farmers Breakfast with Catfish and pancakes.

    A&M Kitchen - Pot roast French dip

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    Pot roast French dip

    Good Kitchen + Market - Double Order of Loaded Avocado Toast with Bacon & Egg

    Good Kitchen + Market

    4.6(364 reviews)
    5.8 mi
    $$

    Food came out quick, was tasty and the sauce they put on the pancakes is amazing. The steak as a…read moreside was cooked perfectly. Great servers as well. Pretty quiet overall, and if you are into organic, filling spots, this is the spot.

    I visited this restaurant inside of a cute cozy house built from the 1930's . They offer wraps,…read moresalads , hot bowls , burgers, coffee, juices, pancakes and not to mention their avocado nachos . They were out of this world delicious!! The owner had everyone in mind when it came to the food. There's a drink menu for kids and even something for the dogs . I ordered the coconut curry salmon . It was good . It lacked flavor, but I appreciated it for not being overly salty. My favorite meal was the avocado nachos. I have thought of them since my first time eating them. It is one of the most popular dishes on the menu. Ask long as it's offered I will always order it . The parking was a bit tight behind the house . When I arrived , I was very lucky to get the last spot . However , I noticed other patrons were parking next to the Root Canal office . It was an open area that appeared to be a makeshift parking area. There was outdoor seating, by which I saw quite a few people seating there . It looked cozy and no one seemed uncomfortable. As it was my first time there. I elected to eat inside. It wasn't a bad experience, but the home is very small . I can imagine it being congested . But I was there early on a Sunday . Will I eat here again ? Yes !

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    Good Kitchen + Market - Veggie Breakfast Bowl

    Veggie Breakfast Bowl

    Good Kitchen + Market - Carnivore Breakfast Bowl with Steak

    Carnivore Breakfast Bowl with Steak

    Good Kitchen + Market - Brussels sprouts and Bacon Crock

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