Chicago’s Best Brunch Spots Right Now

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The early bird may get the worm, but the early diner gets all the best brunch deals! As the days get brighter & warmer, the daytime outings get more and more enjoyable and we have all the best spots to soak up the increasingly good weather, eat some delicious brunch food & sip on daytime libations:

 Wake n' Bacon {420 West Belmont Avenue, Chicago; 773.880.5100}

First we wake, then we bacon. Lakeview’s Wake n’ Bacon is a ‘come for the colorful vibes, stay for the delicious food’ type of restaurant, boasting a bright interior adorned with florals as well as an extensive, locally sourced international brunch menu. When you’re finished snapping all your trendy pics for Instagram, make sure to add the Spiced Maple Chicken n’ Waffle, La Vida Dulce Stuffed French Toast and Bacon Flight to your order. (Brunch offered daily from 8am-4pm)

Yolk {Multiple Locations}

Over the last 20 years, Yolk’s fresh & creative takes on breakfast foods, juices + their own private label coffees have taken the breakfast world by storm. With 6 locations in the Chicago area alone (all open daily), Yolk is not only easily accessible, but their dazzling yellow interiors also create a truly welcoming space to enjoy a daytime meal. Their menu boasts every quintessential breakfast food you could imagine, a huge selection of premium coffees and rotating seasonal specials. Some fan favorites that always hit the spot are the Chicken & Waffles, Breakfast Burrito and Cinnamon Roll French Toast! (Breakfast/Brunch offered daily at all locations)

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Maple & Ash {8 West Maple Street, Chicago, IL; 312.944.8888}

If you’ve ever dined at Maple & Ash, you know they have a flair for the dramatic. From personalized + celebratory menu inscriptions to tableside sparklers, they treat every occasion like a special one and brunch is no exception. Say goodbye to basic brunch and hello to boujee brunch with offerings like Fire Roasted Seafood Towers, Caviar Service and Alaskan King Crab Eggs Benedict. Maple & Ash also serves up specialty cocktails and Champagne AND Martini Trees perfect for group dining. (Brunch offered exclusively on Sundays from 10:30am-2:30pm)

Stax Cafe {Multiple Locations}

Stax Cafe takes pride in serving ‘real breakfast done right’ at their bright and inviting restaurant spaces in River West and Little Italy. Owned and operated by a breakfast loving couple, Stax’s menu features brunch classics like pancakes, French toast, omelettes & benedicts, as well as rotating specials made completely from scratch! We recommend the Sriracha Egg Sandwich, Chocolate Chip Bacon Pancakes and Taylor Street Frittata, all washed down with a Fresh Squeezed Mimosa or Blaum Bros. Bloody Mary for a true brunch experience. (Breakfast/Brunch offered daily at all locations)

Le Petit Marcel {2914 North Broadway, Chicago; 773.697.8478}

Discover a decadent taste of France at Le Petit Marcel in Lakeview. Owned and operated by a French team, their menu celebrates classic French flavors and dishes in a warm + inviting bistro inspired space. Weekend brunch at Le Petit Marcel includes a combination of breakfast and lunch dishes like Pastry Baskets, Seafood Towers and French Onion Grilled Cheese. To top it off, they not only feature bottomless mimosas but bottomless ANYTHING, including cocktails like Espresso Martinis and Bloody Marys, so prepare in advance for one deliciously boozy brunch! (Brunch offered Saturday & Sunday from 11am-3pm)

The Publican {837 West Fulton Market, Chicago; 312.733.9555}

An unbelievably savory weekend brunch awaits at The Publican in Fulton Market. Their menu features elevated takes on classic brunch dishes, including Red Wine Poached Eggs, Crab Scrambled Eggs & Waffles as well as fresh pastries. And, if that’s not enticing enough, The Publican also offers a brunch lover’s two favorite words: bottomless mimosas. (Brunch offered on Saturday + Sunday from 10am-2pm)

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Beatrix {Multiple Locations}  

Equal parts bakery, cafe, eatery and wine + cocktail bar, there is always a delicious time to be had at Beatrix. With locations spread all throughout Chicagoland, they offer a daily dine-in breakfast menu and weekend brunch menu, as well as grab-and-go pastries and coffee, both made (or brewed) in-house every day! After getting your morning caffeine fix with classic or specialty sips like Hazelnut Oat Mochas and Cinnamon Maple Matchas, dive into a feast of breakfast fare like the Ranchero Breakfast Burrito, Migas Egg Scramble and the Light & Fluffy Lemon Pancakes! (Breakfast offered Mon-Fri from 7-11am, brunch offered Sat & Sun 8am-3pm)

Venteux {224 North Michigan Avenue, Chicago; 312.777.9003}

A chic, French bistro-inspired brunch awaits at Venteux. Primely situated on Michigan Avenue between the Chicago Riverwalk and Millennium Park, Venteux is not only a great spot for people watching, but also for noshing on savory French fare and sipping on bottomless beverages! Their menu showcases a variety of sweet + savory dishes like a Beurre & Ham Sandwich, Croque Madame, Shellfish Platters and a variety of homemade cakes. (Brunch offered Mon-Thurs 10:30am-3:30pm and Fri-Sun 7:30am-3:30pm.)

The Hampton Social {Multiple Locations}

Living by the mantra of ‘Rosé all day’, a brunch at Hampton Social is the recipe for an epic daytime celebration. Their weekend brunch menu boasts a mix of breakfast + lunch plates including some specialties like Lobster Rolls, Breakfast Sandwiches, Fried Chicken Stacks and drool-worthy Donut Drops for dessert. Their nautical, seaside inspired interior creates the perfect atmosphere for sipping on a fresh + fruity cocktail or, you guessed it, a glass of Rosé! (Brunch offered on Saturday + Sunday from 10am-3pm)

Batter & Berries {2748 North Lincoln Avenue, Chicago; 773.248.7710}

With a name like ‘Batter & Berries’ you know some sweet treats are going to make a brunch appearance. Batter & Berries in North Lincoln Park stays true to their name and is home to their famous French Toast Flights! Their OG French Toast Flights change weekly, keeping some flavors consistent and changing others to highlight seasonal specialties, while their ‘Fancy Flight’ features Champagne + White Chocolate battered French Toast. A full breakfast and lunch menu is also available with the option to BYOB if you’re feeling boozy. (Breakfast offered Tues-Thurs from 9am-2pm and Fri-Mon from 8am-3pm)

By Robyn Glaza | Market Manager