Diners' Choice: Great for brunch restaurants in Chicago / Illinois

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Updated 05 May 2025

Looking for restaurants that are great for brunch in Chicago / Illinois? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyses nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favourite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you book, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

Dove's Luncheonette

4.9

4.9 (24)

$30 and under

Tex-Mex

Bucktown / Wicker Park

About the restaurant

Drawing inspiration from bygone diners, Dove’s Luncheonette is your local neighborhood diner featuring southern-inspired Mexican cuisine, alongside a tequila and mezcal-focused bar program, and vinyl records.

Top review

Raquel

Dined 7 days ago

First time here and I have to say that I am very pleased with every aspect of the experience. Staff is friendly, service quick and food was amazing. I did not try the cocktails but I will definitely be going back soon to try one!

Roscoe's Tavern

4.9

4.9 (218)

$30 and under

American

Roscoe Village

About the restaurant

Welcome to Roscoe’s Tavern, Chicago’s leader in nightlife and entertainment. Guests must be 21+ and present valid ID for entry.

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Connie

Dined 4 days ago

Great drag show and the food was great too. Just make sure to communicate to your server if you want to split checks. Communication will be key! No shade.

Frida Room - Pilsen

4.8

4.8 (82)

$30 and under

Breakfast

Pilsen

About the restaurant

A LOCALLY-OWNED CAFÉ OFFERING AN ARRAY OF MODERN MEXICAN & AMERICAN BREAKFAST AND LUNCH FAVORITES. A PREFERRED WEEKEND BRUNCH SPOT WITH STAPLES LIKE CHILAQUILES, PANCAKES, AND PANINIS.

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JuliaVIP

Dined on 11 May 2025

Great staff and outstanding food. Always an enjoyable experience!

Big Star West Town

4.8

4.8 (40)

$30 and under

Mexican

West Town

About the restaurant

Big Star's West Town location offers a taco-slinging atmosphere complemented by an extensive house-selected single-barrel bourbon program. Patio seating is first-come, first-served. Walk-ins are always welcome!

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Barton

Dined on 5 Apr 2025

Finding a place with both great food & drinks for friends visiting from out of state. From the moment we walked until we left, we were impressed with all aspects of Big Star West. Atmosphere was conducive to catching up while enjoying several types of tacos & a pitcher or two of margaritas. Staff kept us fed & served, while giving excellent service. Looking forward to returning for outdoor seating once the weather warms up!

Dell' Rooster

4.8

4.8 (18)

$30 and under

Latin American

West Town

About the restaurant

We are a passionate Latin American-owned business dedicated to nourishing people, fostering culture, building connections, and honoring our vibrant heritage. Our culinary creations are crafted with inspiration from indigenous and time-honored ingredients, resulting in a distinctive fusion of flavors that encapsulates our rich narrative. We take great pride in sharing our unique cuisine, as we believe it embodies a tale that deserves to be savored and celebrated together.

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Nick

Dined on 11 May 2025

Very friendly server and staff. Always a good meal.

Oak and Honey

4.7

4.7 (18)

$30 and under

American

Lakeview / East Lakeview

About the restaurant

Kuljas Gupta and Harry Honeyman, our co-owners, bring deep culinary expertise and artisanal baking skills to every dish we serve. Led by Executive Chef Zachary Paske's creative New American cuisine and complemented by General Manager Diane M. Honeyman's inviting hospitality, we strive to offer unforgettable experiences.
Our welcoming space, adorned with rustic wooden features and cozy corners, is the ideal place to enjoy our handcrafted cuisine. We take great pride in our freshly made breads and pastries, which provide a taste of both quality and tradition. From our delicate ravioli to our rich crème brûlée, each plate showcases our commitment to flavor.
Serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner, we offer a curated menu of craft cocktails and expertly brewed coffee, suitable for any occasion. Whether you're here to enjoy a leisurely meal or just want to relax with a drink, we invite you to treasure each moment with us. You're always welcome.

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Ben

Dined 5 days ago

We’ve been here twice now and both meals were amazing. This is such a Lakeview treasure. Every dish is cooked perfectly and they have a great seasonal drink menu. Oh and the creme brûlée was perfection. Absolutely my new favorite restaurant.

Roots Handmade Pizza - South Loop

4.6

4.6 (105)

$31 to $50

Pizzeria

South Loop

About the restaurant

Relaxed pizzeria and bar featuring hand tossed, Quad Cities style pizza, scratch-made comfort food, 100+ all-Midwestern beers, BYO salads with fresh ingredients, house-made pastas, great desserts and the most iconic mozzarella sticks in town.

Fully retractable second-story rooftop ensures no rain can ruin your parade. Bottomless mimosas and brunch on weekends.

For larger parties than reservations allow, please email rp4marketing@thefifty50.com with information and we will be happy to accommodate!

**Gratuity of 18% will be added to groups of 5+ or subtotals of $125+

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PeterVIP

Dined on 3 May 2025

The order tasted very good, disappointed that my requested pie cut wasn’t what I requested, so it became a little bit messy

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Popular dish

Pizza

Eggspresso - Glenview

4.6

4.6 (15)

$30 and under

Breakfast

Glenview

About the restaurant

Creating a memorable breakfast experience has been our goal from day one. We are committed to creating an experience that provides an alternative to what breakfast has become and reminds us of what breakfast should be. A breakfast where taste, quality and presentation are the foundation. Delivering this level of quality consistently on a day to day basis is our promise to our customers. Once you have experienced the Eggspresso difference, you too will be a believer. Not only will you taste the difference that using fresh quality products can produce, you will see it from the moment you enter Eggspresso breakfast & lunch.

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TonyVIP

Dined on 25 Apr 2025

Food was fantastic and the service was even better. Friendly helpful staff with fantastic food. An excellent dining experience

Venteux Brasserie, Cafe, & Oyster Bar

4.3

4.3 (1133)

$30 and under

French

Downtown / Loop

About the restaurant

Residing within Michigan Avenue's famed Carbide & Carbon building is a stylish and modern French restaurant, serving classic French fare with a contemporary twist. Through a unique dining experience crafted with passion and precision by Executive Chef Marcel Heiduk, guests are transported to the bustling brasseries that define the Parisian lifestyle... This is Venteux.

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SaraVIP

Dined on 7 May 2025

Wonderful evening! We only did happy hour apps & drinks and everything was delicious, especially the dessert with pistachios. Our server was really fabulous!

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Lemon Poppyseed Soufflé

Ko Fusion - Downtown

4.2

4.2 (140)

$31 to $50

Sushi