Best Brunch Restaurants in Chicago

Best Brunch Chicago – Looking for the best brunch spots in Chicago?

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Whether you are traveling here for the weekend or just need a great meal after a long, tough week… We’ve got you covered.

So how does this work?

We pick our top choices based on the quality of the food, service, and consistency over time. We’ll start off by giving you the best options for each type of restaurant for brunch below and then follow that with overall Chicago best brunch rankings. 

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Best Brunch Chicago By Category

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Top Brunch Restaurants in Chicago

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Brunch

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The Publican

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Lula Cafe

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Beatrix – River North

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m.henry

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Batter & Berries

4.6
(1,612) · $$ · Brunch
Bright cafe with creative pancakes, omelets & other breakfast eats plus sandwiches & lunch fare too.
Chicago, IL
Comfort food · Breakfast · Cozy
Closed ⋅ Opens 8AM Mon

nana

4.4
(423) · $$ · New American
Bright cafe with a seasonal patio cooking up American & Mexican fare for breakfast, lunch & dinner.
Chicago, IL
Happy hour drinks · Comfort food · Breakfast
Closed ⋅ Opens 10AM Mon

Jam

4.5
(198) · $$ · Brunch
Sleek upscale diner with daytime-only hours serving up gourmet American breakfast & lunch dishes.
Chicago, IL
Comfort food · Great dessert · Upscale
Closed ⋅ Opens 7AM Mon

Big Jones

4.3
(442) · $$ · American
Coastal Southern cuisine plus a large whiskey & bourbon menu served in a bright, minimalist space.
Chicago, IL
Comfort food · Breakfast · Outdoor seating
Closes soon ⋅ 9PM

Dusek’s Board & Beer

4.3
(474) · $$ · New American
Imaginative pairings of high-end pub grub & specialty beers offered in a funky, historic building.
Chicago, IL
Happy hour food · Late-night food · Comfort food

“Came here for Sunday brunch. They don’t seat until the entire party…”

Band of Bohemia

4.6
(186) · $$$ · Brunch
Funky-chic brewpub infusing culinary flavors into house beers & pairing them with global plates.
Chicago, IL
Late-night food · Small plates · Healthy options
Closes soon ⋅ 9PM

“My wife and I ate there for brunch and enjoyed it so much we went …”

Café Marie-Jeanne

4.6
(276) · $$ · Brunch
Cozy French cafe & wine bar serving staples all day with a deli counter & to-go menu.
Chicago, IL
Happy hour food · Comfort food · Outdoor seating

“Nothing negative here. Do brunch, dinner, and dessert. Can’t miss.”

Dove’s Luncheonette

4.6
(444) · $$ · Diner
Tex-Mex diner eats plus cocktails & lots of tequila in retro digs with counter seats & a jukebox.
Chicago, IL
Happy hour drinks · Comfort food · Quick bite

“The brunch is nice to come in for on the weekend, but make the effort…”

River Roast

4.4
(601) · $$ · Brunch
New American spin on British food served in an upscale restaurant with 2 bars & riverfront views.
Chicago, IL
Happy hour food · Comfort food · Outdoor seating
Closes soon ⋅ 9PM

“Live blues brunch on the river! Need I say more??…”

Eden Chicago

4.8
(116) · $$ · Brunch
Creative New American fare with Mediterranean influences pairs with craft cocktails in a chic space.
Chicago, IL
Happy hour food · Happy hour drinks · Breakfast
Closed ⋅ Opens 5PM Wed

“Eden offers a fantastic brunch menu with inspired beverages and …”

Bohemian House

4.5
(351) · $$ · Brunch
Funky-yet-luxe space with leather banquettes for pierogi, schnitzel & other Central European fare.
Chicago, IL
Reservations required · Happy hour food · Comfort food

“Went their for brunch. Their pork schnitzel sandwich was very tasty…”

Nico Osteria

4.5
(293) · $$$ · Brunch
Chic venue featuring Italian seafood specialties, cocktails & wines, located in the Thompson Hotel.
Chicago, IL
Late-night food · Small plates · Healthy options

“Great cozy brunch, always a good place for brunch if I don’t have …”

Baker Miller

4.4
(72) · $ · Brunch
Homey bakery using its own flour in baked goods & offering grain-focused cafe eats plus a toast bar.
Chicago, IL
Comfort food · Quick bite · Fast service
Closed ⋅ Opens 7:30AM Mon

“Wonderful baked goods, brunch items, and desserts. Great coffee.”

Maple & Ash

4.6
(529) · $$$ · Brunch
Posh, white-tablecloth steakhouse & seafood eatery with a choice wine list & a martini lounge.
Chicago, IL
Late-night food · Comfort food · Outdoor seating

“It’s got a great brunch the service is good as well…”

Mortar and Pestle

4.6
(169) · $$ · Brunch
Rustic-chic, daytime eatery with globally accented, modern American breakfast, lunch & brunch fare.
Chicago, IL
Comfort food · Cozy · Casual
Closed ⋅ Opens 8AM Mon