Share(773) 561-8573
1754 W Balmoral Ave
Chicago,
IL
60640
41.9799
-87.6734
Neighborhoods: Edgewater, Far North Side
What People Are Saying About Pauline's
The Editor
Contributor
Citysearch
The Scene – This nostalgic, long-standing spot has red vinyl booths, a long counter covered with photos of film stars and movie posters, and naturally, diner-food favorites. It's an Andersonville institution, drawing an all-ages crowd that lines up out the door on weekend mornings. – – The Food – Breakfast is served all day and includes a complimentary plate of fresh fruit. That's about as light as this place gets: Jumbo five-egg omelettes come loaded with simple ham and cheese or swanky white cheddar and asparagus. Pancake stacks are enormous and fluffy. French…
08/22/09
Not Recommended
by sweetg at Citysearch
Not recommended. Service was extremely slow, even though there were a couple empty tables. The space was tight. I was seated under the menu bin, and the waitress proceeded to drop a menu on my head. The food is nothing special, though the portion are decent - BUT BEWARE, they only accept cash. No signs on the door or menu, nor any mention by the waitress. "Conveniently" they have their own ATM machine (with a $2.50 surcharge) in the front of the restaurant. Not a bad scam: If 100 customers a day are surprised by the cash only policy and use the ATM, then a tidy $250 is pocketed on a daily basis. I would not recommend this place... there are many better choices in the neighborhood.
- Pros: None
- Cons: Cash Only, Poor Service, so-so food
06/17/08
let me join the chorus!
by mrPerky at Citysearch
thinking everyone deserves a second chance, we tried it again. breakfast food remains ok. how much harm can be done to a couple of eggs. however, the price is too high for the meal and front end staff is laconic bordering on rude. change the attitude of the waitstaff - maybe the waitstaff itself - and you have a viable alternative to m. henry.
never again.
10/23/07
Wow is it bad
by chcgosavant at Citysearch
We so wanted this place to become a regular breakfast joint for us. It's close, and the food is not that bad. But oh my the service. Its not that anyone was malicious, just inattentive and clueless. You wouldnt think you could mess up breakfast service, but they find a way. Its also dirty. Not in a quaint greasy spoon way but more in a "whats that stuff on my coffee cup sort of way".
I could go on and on but whats the point? Eating here is like playing breakfast roulette. Go at your own risk.
The Details on Pauline's
The Extras:
Dog can sit with their owners on the outdoor patio and enjoy a free bowl of water.
Save Money:
Look for $4.95 lunch specials like roast pork or beef stew, available Monday through Friday.
Category:
Payment Methods:
Cash
Restaurant Special Features:
Local Favorite, Breakfast, Family-Friendly Dining, Brunch, Outdoor Dining, Private Rooms, Hidden Find, Cheap Eats
General Info:
Open 7 Days
Smoking Permitted:
Yes
