While this was my first time at the South Loop location, I've always viewed Yolk as a nice reliable downtown Chicago institution. And that was more or less true here. Big mostly breakfast oriented menu, and they got us into a booth within minutes when the more famous diner around the corner was running at least a 20 minute wait with a crowded waiting area. Now the service was quite slow, and my buffalo chicken salad was only serviceable -- ice cold lettuce, lukewarm buffalo chicken-- but my children loved their array of pancakes, chicken, and mac and cheese I've done far on adult food at worse at other downtown diners. read more

The prestigious yolk. I went to Yolk to see what it was all cracked up to be. I ordered the chicken and waffles alongside the west coast crepe. The chicken and waffles had an unique touch with the bacon infused in the waffle. This was the extra memorable spark. This dish was a good mixture of sweet with savory. The west coast crepe was interesting because it had a hint of sweet with the crepe, but all the insides were savory. It was delightful. The vibe of the place was amazing with lots of counter seats with tables and booths. Service was quick and attentive. However, I would say it was missing just a little extra to make it a 5 star. I would even say it's a 4.5 rounded down. I can't put my finger on it, but I will definitely recommend coming here and enjoying the yummy yolk. read more

Food: * I had the protein and eggs// over medium eggs with turkey sausage, and fresh berries ($1.50 up charge to replace the potato). My eggs were barely warm. The sausage links were good, the berries were sweet and absolutely fantastic! *Others in my group ordered: **Eggs Benedict, the sauce was bland and the English muffin was barely toasted. The Ironman Omelet was said to be good. ***fresh brewed iced tea was refreshing and they have amazing ice!! **They also have a signature hot sauce that we all enjoyed. The Ambience was a typical breakfast style restaurant, however, it was really loud. Service was friendly and quick! read more

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The wait wasn't too bad. This was our first stop in Chicago after we checked into our hotel. The was okay, not my favorite. I loved my lavender latte though! It looks like a diner style restaurant, no frills. read more

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Crowded, so service was slow. Nice space with lots of tables, good for small groups. Countering seating available as well. Food is solid; the countryside skillet was a decent size serving, with a little bit of everything, but not a lot of one; bacon, ham, sausage, mushroom, onion, green pepper, cheddar over hash browns and served with pancakes. Hash browns could have been cooked longer to get crisper in the skillet, eggs were a bit overcooked, gravy definitely helped add more flavor, and the pancakes were slightly overcooked, but good taste on it. A lot of good menu choices, good location. Slow service keeps it at 3 stars; even though it was crowded, I have to be fair. read more

If you are ever visiting Chicago or I believe they have other locations-please do yourself a favor and go here! You will be SOO satisfied! OMG the amount of food they give you is insane! We had like another full breakfast to take with us because that's how much was leftover after eating. Any egg entree such as what I got (an omelette) came with pancakes and I'm not talking mini pancakes either like regular sized ones! Our food came out quickly and it was hot and delicious. I ordered a veggie omelette with hash browns and it came with pancakes. I got some coffee too, very good coffee. Ambiance was bright and lots of people here so you can tell it's a breakfast place that is a staple or many people go to! I would definitely go back to this place and I plan to when I come back to Chicago! I love breakfast/brunch places like this so definitely a winner in my book! You get a lot of food for the money! read more

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This place is a good breakfast location. Such a good variety of breakfast items. I myself got the potato pancakes. They were good but needed a bit more seasoning. Otherwise they hit the spot. read more

Yolk - South Loop - Loaded Baked Potato Cakes - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Good food and big portions! Very satisfied with the service as well. As it was a weekend the place was packed but they managed to do a great job! read more

Yolk - South Loop - Chicken n Waffles - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Love love coming her for breakfast after and long workout and walk so I was hungry! This location is typically always bust but when we went it was empty. Yal these cheese grits are the !!! I got the protein pancake as a side since it was the pancake of the month. I had leftovers that I was able to finish off later. I would love to go back a try a different pancake. read more

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The prices felt a bit high, but the portion sizes definitely made up for it. My mom and I could have easily shared a meal and still had leftovers. The vanilla iced coffee was decent, though not something I'd go out of my way for. The place was packed, which is usually a good sign, and the service was pretty solid. read more

We ate breakfast here twice during our Chicago trip. Coffee was good. Service was great. And our meals were exemplary.

Whoever just made my order that I placed through DoorDash did a very poor job. All of the food was cold and I knew something wasn't going to be right when I saw my driver on the way 5 minutes after I placed the order. This is truly unfair to paying customers that aren't able to come in to the restaurant and we pay just as much but are not getting the same quality. I could understand if the driver took a long time but he received my order very quickly and got it here just as fast and it was completely cold and not appealing whatsoever. This is disappointing and it makes me feel the food is unsafe to eat due to it being prepared so quickly. read more

Had a craving for pancakes and Yolk was able to satisfy. Came on a Friday afternoon and was seated promptly. Had the lemon blueberry cakes which are just the right level of sweetness to where you don't need syrup but it isn't painfully sweet if you do add syrup. My friend had The Works omelet which appeared super filling and delicious. The lemonade looked quite refreshing. The restaurant was clean and neat. read more

Yolk - South Loop - Omelet - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Great breakfast! Ordered the two egg scramble which came with hash browns and 2 pancakes. The eggs came out super quickly and were delicious. read more

First breakfast/brunch spot during my 4 day trip to Chicago! I wish Yelp allowed .5 stars cause this place would be a 3.5 for me. Maybe even a 3.75 cause it's better than 3.5 but not quite a 4 for me food-wise. But still a solid spot to start your day. Food: Now I will begin by saying that the food is not bad at all; it just wasn't spectacular or blew me away in any way. My gf and I shared the corned beef & hash, the chicken or the egg sandwich, and the lemon blueberry pancakes and everything was totally fine. You will definitely get full but just had way better versions at other places. Service: Now the waitress and staff we talked to were great! Got seated right away on a busy Friday morning and our waitress was kind and attentive despite it being pretty busy. Ambiance: Very bright interior with a ton of space/seating. Deceptively long place cause it doesn't look like it'd be so big from the outside. Saw many large groups but you will be very close to other tables no matter what so keep that in mind if that bothers you. Water: Always appreciate a customized bottle of water for the table that shows the restaurant's logo. Water was good and they gave a new bottle well before we were completely out. read more

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I am here in town for business I walked down the street from the hotel. I was seated immediately at the bar. Absolutely, awesome! I got to check out the different plates before ordering . The presentation was remarkable . The host was kind and friendly. She greeted me with a smile. I'm a southern girl so that was nice. My waiter was attentive and courteous. The food came out quick . This was a win ! read more

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Food was cold and replaced upon my complaint to the server. Server was very good, sincere and apologized! Bill for this breakfast and drink was around $ 19.50. Asked for manager, who came over acting as if he did not know why I asked for him. He was sorry, but was more concerned about "seeing what was going on with his kitchen staff." He did offer to fix another meal for me, which I refused. Never offered any resolution on my bill. I promised to him to never come back, and I won't. Much better options for breakfast/lunch in The Villages. Owner's response after my posting, had no reply as to why I was served cold food. Said I ate it all! Not true! Moving on from this incident to the local breakfast places or First Watch! David read more

I went here the day of my boyfriend's birthday for breakfast and when we arrive we were greeted and we were able to sit. This was our first time coming here even though we have one here in Miami we decided to try this location. Both ordered the works omelette with a side of grits and cheesecake pancakes. The omelette was very good and it was full of meat. The grits were good as well. They just needed a little salt and pepper. The pancakes I feel like the syrup helped it a lot because they are not full of sugar and I'm guessing the cheese frosting that they put on it to give it. The cheesecake flavor was not sweet at all and it was OK. I will go back there, but I will have to try a different pancake flavor or maybe even waffles or French toast read more

Yolk - South Loop - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Breakfast here was delicious! We ate here several times and each time the food came out very good. I had the biscuits and gravy with two eggs on top. The sides were different as the first time I got red potatoes (delicious) and the second was cheesy grits (again delicious). The biscuits were like home made with a little body to them. The sawdust gravy with sausage was not overly salty and was just the right amount for the biscuits. My coworker got a dish, which I don't remember now and it was very good. You might have to just show the photo to figure out what it was. Apologies. ;) The service was great both times and the staff were all very friendly. The place appears to be clean and the atmosphere is casual. I would say by visiting twice in a week, the place was good and a place to recommend. read more

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Definitely not my favorite brunch place, nothing really stands out for me here. But you can get your standard brunch fare, just not as flavorful as other places in the area. read more

The scrambled eggs were amazing. And the bacon was incredible. And the drink got out to us really quickly. But the hash browns were lacking flavor but overall very good experience. read more

The service was great and our waitress was super friendly and attentive. I liked her nails and earrings, super cute! The place was very busy for Saturday, we waited 45 minutes. The interior was warm and calming. Warm yellow and blue, my favorite! Chocolate Peanut Butter Cup (w. Oat milk & iced) If you drink the iced drink, you'll get chunks of peanut butter at the bottom. The drink was not too sweet but was lacking on the chocolate flavor. It would have been best to take the peanut butter while the espresso is hot and whisky it, then mix it in with the milk. This drink, I would not get again. I tried the Banana Foster Latte, it was very good. I'd like to try that next time. Croque Madam It was savory & well prepared. Ive never had ham and swiss cheese on French toast. The cheesy grits were amazing and so cheesy, so if you like cheese, I'd recommend. Plain French Toast Pretty good, regular average French toast sprinkled with powdered sugar. read more

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Came here for breakfast during our Chicago trip as it was right by our hotel. We came in and it wasn't too busy and we got seated right away. I ordered the chicken and waffles and a chai tea latte. The first sip of that latte and I was immediately in love! The flavor was light and perfectly sweet. Id never had chicken and waffles before so I was nervous to try something new. I tend to stick to what I know but in the spirit of my vacation I thought I'd try something different. The chicken was so juicy and flavorful. The waffles were fluffy yet crispy and the bacon in them was an extra treat! Probably my favorite dish I had my whole trip! Overall the restaurant was very clean and staff were super friendly and quick! The place wasn't all that busy when we came in so not a lot of noise and the music wasn't too loud or overwhelming. I plan to be back next time I'm in the city. read more

Yolk - South Loop - Chicken and waffles and the chai tea latte - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

A simple diner but good honest "chow" including a Greek themed skillet with gyros and eggs ?! Next door to a Travelodge but a good breakfast option with friendly service and good prices. read more

Fast friendly service but the food is subpar. Hashbrowns has a weird taste and my 14 year old cousin didnt like the burrito. Waitress was amazing though!! read more

I haven't been here in a while . Second time there . Cute little place . The food was great and a lot of. I couldn't actually finish it but will definitely come back . My server was nice and I sat at the bar and was offered water . I order the savory crepe and it came with potatoes . Potatoes were great and well seasoned . I had the west coast crepe . It was yummy and yes I like mayonnaise with my potatoes . Def try it again read more

Great experience at Yolk which was right down the street from our hotel (The Blackstone). Service by Sonia (Svenja) was awesome. Came over with a smile and always showed up to fill our coffee. My wife thoroughly enjoyed her egg white omelette that had; green peppers, red peppers, caramelized onions, spinach & goat cheese. Her omelette came with pancakes or cheesy grits which she selected and loved. I had eggs Benedict which I liked... not loved. Definitely a breakfast place we are going to next time we are in Chicago. Oh by the way.... Breakfast came out so fast. 4 stars!! read more

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A cute place! The restaurant had an inviting atmosphere and was clean. The food portions were huge. Price was reasonable! I had their West Coast Crepes with cheesy grits. I LOVED THEIR CHEESY GRITS. I would definitely get it again. Their West Coast crepes were delectable. It tasted yummy with their Yolk habanero hot sauce! I found their signature hot sauce to be more vinegary. I liked their habanero hot sauce more. My waitress was so sweet and attentive. She kept an eye on my coffee and made sure it was filled. I will definitely be back to try other foods! read more

Yolk - South Loop - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Super yummy food but the wait was a bit long. Our server was great and she kept our cups full until our food came. read more

Yolk - South Loop - Corned Beef Hash & Eggs - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Yummy breakfast hashes, yummy chai, I've liked everything I've gotten, super extensive brunch/breakfast menu. Just a little price-y for a "build your own hash," in my opinion, but a solid choice and reliable. read more

Yolk has really good food / coffee! The staff is very attentive & polite. Comfortable booths. Pricey, but SO worth it!

The food was wonderful, hearty portions, and very tasty! Second time here when visiting Chicago. Always worth the walk! The service was great also. Michael was very attentive. Don't know if it was because of what my wife was wearing or if he's just that good? read more

Yolk - South Loop - Build your own Scramble with chicken sausage, spinach, mushroom, & cheddar. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Hearty delicious breakfast to start the day with. On an NFL Sunday with the Bears in town, it was already crowded right after it opened. But, we still got in quickly and they were working hard to turnover the tables promplty. The skillets were the perfect hearty breakfast for a crisp fall day. The staff came around frequently to top drinks off, etc. Great food, great service; just all around great. read more

Now this ladies and gents, is how you do breakfast. This was the first meal that I had while in Chicago, and it set the bar pretty high for all else to follow. It was pouring rain when I arrived and I couldn't wait to get inside to get warm and dry. As soon as I entered the spot, the staff greeted me with smiles. I was sat right away in a comfortable booth with a nice view of the interior of the restaurant. It was still fairly early so the place wasn't too packed. I love how warm and cozy this place feels. A bit of a rustic feel with a bright color scheme and open and airy atmosphere. Just about everything on their menu sounded delicious. This place is known for their sweet breakfast plates, but I was in the mood for something savory. I ordered the chilaquiles verdes with chorizo and a seasonal Caramel Apple Chai-der and both were extremely tasty. The Caramel Apple Chai-der was unique and had a beautiful apple aroma. It was the perfect blend of chai tea and apple cider. It definitely warmed me right up on that cold and rainy day. The chilaquiles were scrumptious! They were topped with over easy eggs and served with fresh avocado slices and crema sauce. The chorizo was well spiced and the perfect addition to the plate. Service was wonderful from beginning to end. Very attentive but not overbearing. All of the staff members were cheery and seemed happy to be there. I left full, happy, and satisfied when I was finished. Such a delicious breakfast. Glad that I chose Yolk as my first Chicago meal because it left a lasting impression on me. read more

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Food was great. Got the south border Benedict which came with potatoes and had to bring it home. I enjoyed their chili a whole lot. Customer service was awesome with always checking in and being attentive. They were so sweet in celebrating my gf's bday with a French crepe! Would love to come here again! read more

Yolk - South Loop - Left- bowl of chili, right- South of the Border Benny, top- French Nutella Crepes - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

If you've ever dreamed of eating large portions of breakfast food that probably includes eggs while listening to what seems like every song from the Pitch Perfect movies, Yolk is for you. I was pleasantly surprised by this restaurant. Coming in for brunch on the way to the museum, I expected basic breakfast diner fare. But Yolk is ever so slightly more upscale, with a huge menu and some unique options alongside the usual ones. I opted for the smoked salmon scramble, which was delicious. I never thought salmon and cream cheese would go well cooked with eggs, but it weirdly works. With a side of cheesy grits and toast, it was a huge meal that filled me up till dinner. The oatmilk horchata cold brew was great too. I would definitely come back here if I'm ever in the area again. read more

Yolk - South Loop - Smoked salmon scramble, cheesy grits, toast - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

great Yolk location-, good food, good service, and the usual accoutrements that you expect from Yolk anywhere where one is found. would re-visit if within 10 minutes walk: read more

It's hard to get breakfast delivered, but Yolk managed to provide hot, delicious and correctly prepared food despite delivery. Love that their full menu is available to go. They offer pancake sides, even if they're monthly specials which is so great if you just want to sample. Everything was very tasty. Uber Eats even had buy one get one free specials. I would definitely visit this location to try other menu items. read more

Yolk - South Loop - Pancakes - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Well done, folks! Stopped in for breakfast and went for the Chilaquiles (+ chorizo). The dish is surprisingly large and filling. The textures and flavors were a beautiful, impressive fireworks show that left me feeling sated and happy. I, who can eat like a wood chipper, could not finish the whole thing. There was a generous helping of chorizo and awesome cheesiness, and the dish also had some heat! Meanwhile, the avocado was soft and perfectly ripe. The service was attentive, and the location was inviting. read more

Yolk - South Loop - Chilaquiles Verde + Chorizo - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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The ambiance is upscale for a bkft plsve; food choices are numerous & all are ecceptional (they have GF toast but chg extra if you substitute for the pancake, so I've not tried either). The scrambled & omelets are really filling. Love the option of cheesy grits instead of potatoes. Exceptional service! read more

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