Frankie Torrelavega: The sweet crepes are my fave. For the drinks, Peach Martini is still on top of my list. :)
Jake Szymanski: $5 Martinis after 4pm are excellent. Get the Rolls Royce. Not to mention the crepes are the best I've had since visiting France!
Dave: Check out the daily lunch special. Great place for a $6 martini after work. You can get a great borscht here as well as crepes. Try the katmandu with chicken, curry and chutney for something new.
3. The Florentine
7.8
151 W Adams St (at S LaSalle St), Chicago, IL
Italian Restaurant · The Loop · 52 tips and reviews
Ethan Kniseley: They have amazing French breakfast dishes! Definitely the most flavorful breakfast I've ever had!
Crain's Chicago Business: Breakfast starts at 6:30 a.m. Try the almond French toast ($12), made with thick, eggy brioche soaked in the usual egg slurry, grilled and topped with caramelized bananas and orange syrup. Read more.
Alicia Bryant: The flan dessert and coffee were excellent. Great atmosphere. Very warm and cozy.
4. Ge Pa De Caffe
60 E Adams St (Wabash), Chicago, IL
Café · The Loop · 26 tips and reviews
Katie McCormick: Nutella ricotta croissant is wonderful, just the right of sweetness! Cappuccino delicious! Wonderful way to start the day. Owner Delmonico makes the canolli himself. A hidden gem!!!
Tracy Lynn: Nutella-banana crepes! AND Nutella latte. SO good!!
J Tom: Great little spot for coffee, almond cakes, oatmeal gelato, chicken pesto sandwiches, etc.
6. The Gage
8.9
24 S Michigan Ave (btwn Monroe & Madison St.), Chicago, IL
Gastropub · The Loop · 341 tips and reviews
Sean Johnson: The Gage Old Fashioned is awesome (if unorthodox.) And the elk poutine is amazing. As is the escargot risotto. And the regular burger. And the benedict and grits at brunch...I have a problem.
Lacey Bean: Do yourself a favor and order the bison tartare. And when you're done? Peanut butter beignets for dessert.
Graciela Meza: Eat the beignets for dessert, you'll find a surprise! So delicious!!
11. Avanti Caffé
6.9
200 W Jackson Blvd, Chicago, IL
Italian Restaurant · The Loop · 21 tips and reviews
Amanda June: Best egg, ham, and cheese croissant around!
Loyal tee Campbell: So I tried the chicken parm sandwich it is heavenly!!!!! Everything is good soup, sandwich, pizzA and OMG... The desserts...
Sugar: BEST potato salad EVER!!!!
13. Everest
425 S. Financial Pl., 40th Fl, Chicago, IL
French Restaurant · The Loop · 32 tips and reviews
Davinci Virtual: Upscale French cuisine is not the only draw of Everest, it's located on the 40th floor of the Chicago Stock Exchange building. Delicious food & a view of the city makes it a spot that can’t be missed.
Aneta Allen: The service, food, and prices are as high as this restaurant's location. Their Menu can feature items like roasted Maine lobster, medallion of venison, and imported Russian caviar.
Michelin Travel & Lifestyle: In a city of summits, Chef Joho elevates the flavors of his native Alsace with stunning success at this art deco jewel box. - Inspector