Kevin Dulin: Amazing Benedicts, particularly the southern one. The rosemary maple syrup is amazing. The Beignets are also delicious.
ISC Chicago: ART SMITH FRIED CHICKEN & WAFFLES (buttermilk waffle, rosemary maple syrup)
Geoff Balasi: Wonderful southern farm to table vibe. Brunch cocktails, Benedicts and Hashes galore.
2. Chicago Q
8.7
1160 N Dearborn St (at W Division St.), Chicago, IL
BBQ Joint · Near North Side · 167 tips and reviews
Thrillist: Score brunch with a delicious down-home BBQ twist at this Downtown destination. Try the sweet potato pancakes smothered in pecan butter and bourbon maple syrup, or the Kobe brisket eggs Benedict (!!). Read more.
Carol: They made a few changes to the menu and I'm very happy with them! Can't go wrong with the classic pulled chicken & Mac and Cheese though!
Leyla Arsan: Food was delish but wine list is over priced for a Bbq joint
3. Cupitol
8.7
455 E Illinois St, Chicago, IL
Breakfast Spot · Streeterville · 9 tips and reviews
Lucille Fisher: My neighborhood coffee shop, restaurant, bar. Great atmosphere! Friendly people, good menus from breakfast, lunch & dinner or anytime in between. Will try the cocktails sometime.
Eric Boldon: Brunch was fantastic, as was the huge portion of tiramisu
Ghala Alrumaihi: Good until now
Chicago Tribune: Joe's makes some terrific pies, like their pumpkin chiffon pie topped with spiced walnuts and a drizzle of maple syrup. Order a slice and enjoy the flaky crust and light-on-the-tongue fillings! Read more.
Roger Bartel: Best Steak House is Syl's in Rockdale, IL. Steaks can just about be cut with a fork, Prime Rib is stellar, giant Shrimp make sea food lovers drool. It's just out of the way for Chicago Food Critics
Joe H: The crab cakes might as well be your sins because they are to die for.
6. Odyssey Cruises
8.6
600 East Grand Avenue (at Streeter Dr), Chicago, IL
Cruise · Streeterville · 8 tips and reviews
Kim Hedstrom: Absolutely fabulous...we did a lunch cruise and the food was awesome, salmon with garlic cheese mashed potatoes and vegetable, prepared so elegantly and the desserts were wonderful. Staff was awesome!
AskMen: Pro tip: The deck offers great views of the downtown fireworks that go off all summer on Wednesday nights. Read more.
David Benjamin: Service pretty terrible. Paid for an open bar, took them an hour to get the first drink to the table. Others around us looked like they were having a good time, so might have just been our bad luck.
8. Mercadito
8.5
108 W Kinzie St (btwn Clark St & LaSalle Blvd), Chicago, IL
Mexican Restaurant · River North · 249 tips and reviews
KT C: Excellent Brunch! Pancakes w/ Manchego Cheese, Strawberries, Cinnamon Butter, & Maple Syrup and Caldo de Camaron are excellent. Amazing Bloody Mary, too! And Brenda (bartender) is excellent!
Jessica Murphy: The tilapia tacos are amazing! Definitely need to try them.
Michael Caputo: Try the Camaron tacos. It's shrimp, roasted garlic, chipotle mayo, avocado and it's amazing! Read more.
9. Happy Camper
8.7
1209 N Wells St (Division), Chicago, IL
Pizzeria · Old Town · 36 tips and reviews
Staff Picks: Many pizzas are named after friends, so grab your friend Josh & share his namesake pizza: pulled pork, pineapples, jalapeños and barbecue sauce. You might start liking the pizza more than your friend. Read more.
Eater: Many items are named after friends, saying spending time with your favorite pizza is as rewarding as spending time with a lovable pet. Like Josh: pulled pork, pineapples, jalapeños and barbecue sauce. Read more.
Staff Picks: This pizza joint is trending this week in Chi Town. Choose from a number of uniquely delicious slices at this old town pizzeria and we guarantee you'll be one happy camper! Read more.
10. Barrio
8.0
65 W Kinzie St, Chicago, IL
Lounge · Near North Side · 16 tips and reviews
Allison Kaminski: Party in the bathroom with the disco ball!Jokes aside, the food here is delish. Octopus & pork belly tacos are cooked to perfection. Love the array of guac & salsas. Can’t go wrong with the cocktails
Scott Sachnoff: Try Bodega around the corner at 355 N. Clark for churros, tacos & drinks to go (5 seats.)
Allison Letts: The margaritas are excellent. Overall, it’s delicious food but somewhat overpriced.
11. Cité
8.2
505 N Lake Shore Dr (btwn Grand Ave & Illinois St), Chicago, IL
French Restaurant · Streeterville · 25 tips and reviews
Jonathan Ferrera: Cité has some of the best views of the lakefront as well as the skyline. The view may be obstructed by the shades when the sun shines through.
Cite Elegant: Come on Wednesday or Saturday nights to watch the fireworks literally come at you from Navy Pier
InterContinental Chicago: Definitely the place to be at sunset. American/French cuisine and impeccable service, right on the lake. Has a small lounge area for those that want to sip a beverage while drinking in the view
12. Harvest
7.8
540 N Michigan Ave (Marriott Chicago Magnificent Mile), Chicago, IL
American Restaurant · Streeterville · 6 tips and reviews
Steve P: Orange juice is fresh squeezed! Crunchy French toast is amazing! Highly recommend buffet!
Time Out Chicago: This Mag Mile restaurant turned its rooftop into a garden, which grows hops and houses beehives. Chef Myk Banas plans to create house wines each year, including a viognier, a zinfandel and a cabernet. Read more.
Mario Marchesi: Great food and service
VegNews Magazine: Their afternoon tea service offers a full separate vegan menu. Three tiers of scones, pastries, and finger sandwiches await you, along with an excellent selection of teas from around the world.
Crain's Chicago Business: Desserts are absolutely worth it, including an impeccable ginger crème brûlée and a variety of terrific house-made cookies. It's the perfect place to linger over coffee and seal a deal. Read more.
Molly E: Fantastic Sunday brunch.