CHICAGO GUIDE • DINING

Top 5 Chicago Brunch Spots

Five standout brunch destinations, selected for exceptional food, atmosphere, service, and a distinctly Chicago experience.

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A plate of stacked pancakes topped with mixed berries and syrup, with a mug of coffee branded 'wildberry Pancakes and Café' on a marble table inside a café decorated with a large flower arrangement and a sign displaying the café's name.

02

Summer House Santa Monica

LINCOLN PARK • $$$

Bright, airy, and California-inspired, Summer House pairs fresh seasonal dishes with a relaxed atmosphere perfect for a stylish weekend brunch.

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Breakfast meal at Lula Cafe with salad, baked eggs in tomato sauce, slices of bread, coffee, and iced coffee, with large windows showing New York City skyline and a bridge over the river.

04

3 Arts Club Cafe

GOLD COAST • $$$

Elegant and beautifully designed, 3 Arts Club offers a sophisticated brunch experience surrounded by chandeliers, greenery, fountains, and one of Chicago’s most memorable dining rooms.

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Breakfast desserts and beverages on a marble table inside a sunlit cafe with a "Batter & Berries" sign on the wall and a large window showing trees and buildings outside.

01

Wildberry Pancakes & Cafe

STREETERVILLE • $$

A Chicago favorite known for indulgent pancakes, creative breakfast classics, fresh ingredients, and a warm, welcoming atmosphere in the heart of downtown.

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Breakfast table with poached eggs, avocado toast, crispy potatoes, fresh fruit bowl, orange juice, water, and white flowers, set in a bright room with blue and white decor and greenery outside.

03

Lula Cafe

LOGAN SQUARE • $$

A beloved neighborhood institution featuring inventive seasonal dishes, exceptional breakfast favorites, great coffee, and the easygoing character of Logan Square.

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A luxurious breakfast table set in a bright, elegant conservatory with a central fountain, chandeliers, pink cherry blossom trees, and lush greenery. The table has a floral arrangement, a glass of orange juice, a bowl of berries, a cup of coffee, and a plate of eggs with avocado toast.

05

Batter & Berries

LINCOLN PARK • $$

Known for its signature French toast flights, creative brunch dishes, and energetic atmosphere, Batter & Berries delivers a distinctly Chicago take on breakfast.

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