Staff Picks: Sunday Brunch in Chicago
By Citysearch Editors, Chicago
Looking for the perfect pancake, or the city's fluffiest omelet? Listen up as the experts at Citysearch reveal their favorite Chicago restaurants for Sunday brunch.
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Magnolia Cafe
1224 W Wilson Ave, Chicago, IL
"I'm no morning person, but I gladly drag myself out of bed for brunch at this sunny Uptown spot. Chef/owner Kasra Medhat whips up tasty plates like brioche French toast and omelettes stuffed with wild mushrooms, herbed goat cheese and spinach--and there's no way I'd rather kick-start my Sunday than with Magnolia's bloody mary, a real zinger spiked with house-infused jalapeno vodka." --J.P. Anderson -
Sally's Waffle Shoppe
5454 N Harlem Ave, Chicago, IL
"At the Behle household, we don't go for fancy-pants brunch spots. We're looking for eggs, pancakes, bacon and strong coffee. This spot, on the way to O'Hare and just south of I-90, is perfect. Omelettes are huge--my favorite is packed with spinach and feta cheese. The apple pancake is a virtual apple pie, the cake-like base covered in sliced apples and oozing with butter." --Peter Behle -
Harmony Grill
3159 N Southport Ave, Chicago, IL
"Something about rich coffee in sturdy cups makes it worth kicking off the bunny slippers on Sunday morning. After skimming the tempting menu of omelettes and griddle offerings, I land on my usual favorite, the chilaquiles: a racy mix of scrambled eggs, crunchy tortilla chips, Jack cheese and spicy salsa. A glass of fresh-squeezed orange juice is a refreshing complement to the south-of-the-border flavors." --Robyn Galbos -
3rd Coast
1260 N Dearborn St, Chicago, IL
"Mark my words--I will never wait in line for brunch again. Even at peak weekend hours, waiting is rare at this quirky Gold Coast gem. Omelettes come chock-full of fillings, and if you're smart, with a side of cheesy O'Brien's potatoes. Save room for my favorite blueberry scone; they're freshly baked and served piping hot. Did I mention the well-stocked bar?" --Fred Schlatter -
John's Place
1202 W Webster Ave, Chicago, IL
"My breakfast-obsessed significant other has gradually let me steer him from cheap-and-greasy to pricier-but-good. Bright, bustling, homey John's Place in Lincoln Park is our splurge-worthy favorite. I crave just-sweet-enough pumpkin pancakes, served with rich cinnamon butter. Kevin goes for expertly done eggs and chicken sausage. If you're sans stroller-age kids, get there early to avoid the craziness. Bonus: It's smoke-free and organic-friendly." --Elisa Kronish
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Bongo Room
1470 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, IL
Breakfast and lunch basics get the funky Wicker Park treatment.
