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Bongo Room
(Now Closed)Breakfast Spot$$$$
South Loop, Chicago
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Jessica LearDecember 17, 2016I couldn't decide between two things on the menu, so they let me get a half order of each at no extra charge! Both items were amazing!!
XinnieAugust 23, 2017There's usually a wait if you go during weekend peak brunch hours so go earlier if you don't like waiting like me. If you're a chocolate lover, get the Chocolate tower French toast. It's da bomb!
LuborAugust 12, 2014Great breakfast place with tasty pancakes. Come at least 15 minutes before opening for a Saturday brunch, otherwise you'll have to wait for a table.
The different pancakes all sound amazing, but if you also want something savory, it can be tough to choose. So here's a little trick: Order just one of any pancake. Nice of them to let you do that!
CCnycMarch 12, 2017The wait for a table can take a while (no reservations) but the food is worth the wait. Omlettes with fresh ingredients and that caramel/ pretzel pancake is one of a kind.
Heather FolsomAugust 10, 2016Wake tf up with a Chai tea latte with an espresso shot (Or 2)! Tomatillo egg white scramble was pretty tasty & healthy. FYI Benedicts are only offered at wkend brunch.
Susan WellfordAugust 8, 2014Stuffed! The portions are gigantic!! Everyone liked their meal: Raspberry lemon pancakes (like a dessert), breakfast croissant & chicken salad all good. Large fruit tray & breakfast potatoes are tasty
Gloria ChinJanuary 17, 2013giant wait sometimes! Banana flapjacks filled w/ crumbled bacon, topped w/ praline sauce & creme anglaise. BLT benedict, red velvet pancakes. you can order 1-3 per order. check out all day specials
Maia FeruziAugust 28, 2016They have amazing blueberry cheesecake pancakes and their potatoes are great. There's a bit of a wait but well worth it. Good service great food awesome time!
Shannon LindellJuly 13, 2017The White Chocolate Salted Carmel Pretzel Pancakes are the best! Though I tried the Blackberry and Meyer Lemon Pancakes today. I was not disappointed.
JesseJuly 13, 2013Try the chocolate french toast and Lobster Eggs Benedict together. Both are amazing. They'll be happy to split a dish if you're not capable of a colossal caloric challenge.
Andy WallSeptember 21, 2013We got a share stack of pancakes rather than full stack. Keylime Cheesecake and Red Velvet were amazing. Coffees can also be taken to go if you ask. Service was spectacular.
Radisson Blu Aqua HotelNovember 29, 20118-12 minute taxi ride from the Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel heading into the South loop. Expect such tasty treats as the chocolate tower French toast, and spinach roasted red pepper and feta Benedict.
Alicia BergerySeptember 25, 2013The staff was friendly and very stylish! Loved the food- the pancakes were awesome!!! Oh.. Fresh squeezed juice makes my day- and they have it!
Jason TouleyrouApril 21, 2013The house potatoes are fantastic. Be sure to grab a cup of Intelligentsia coffee while you wait.
Krista marie ImusAugust 20, 2016White chocolate pretzel pancake was delicious. Like a breakfast dessert. You can order a single instead of the stack but why would you want to do that? ;) (photo is a single)
Alma EstradaDecember 22, 2015The pretzel pancakes are delicious! Very decadent so I only ordered one pancake instead of the stack of 3.
NorathefoodexploraApril 20, 2014Chocolate french toast is fine. Red velvet pancake is so delicious but too much for one person. Great place for breakfast!!
Brittany WebbSeptember 17, 2015Tea and brunch on weekends..went on a weekday once and it wasn't as good without the eggs Benedict. Try the breakfast burrito
Neil MarucaJuly 10, 2018Amazing pancake & egg choices! The scramble with avocado & tomatillio salsa was amazing. Good coffee!
Melissa AuFebruary 22, 2015My fav dish to order is the chorizo and avocado omelette. The red velvet pancakes are also a great choice.
The Quest For ZestJune 14, 2012Like all the best restaurants, the menu changes frequently. Order anything from the specials menu, or whatever sounds the most like it should be a dessert. Read more
Lawrence Flack IIMarch 28, 2015Chorizo omelet. Deconstructed lobster eggs benedict. White Chocolate Pretzel pancake. Red Velvet pancake. Damn good food.
nicholas petersonMarch 22, 2016Try the Chocolate French Toast anything with chocolate is never wrong
Roosevelt CollectionMarch 15, 2012We love that they serve breakfast all day long! Our recommendation: add a side of house potatoes with cheese to complete your meal.
Julia ParkerApril 23, 2012Tomatillo scramble is delicious and very healthy! Blueberry pancake is one of the most mouth watering things I've ever eaten. It has just a hint of sweetness.
Alison StonerJuly 29, 2013Although they don't advertise it, you can order a single decadent pancake. Talk about the perfect breakfast appetizer!
TV Food MapsJune 10, 2015Check out The Bongo Room as it was featured on Guilty Pleasures for Carla Hall recommends the chocolate french toast. Read more
Maryam MalikJanuary 2, 2013Decent breakfast & horrible coffee with a burnt ashes taste.Hotcakes are like delicious dessert & might not be confused with pancakes. Never get whole stack. I got a single red velvet & shared it.
Proud to be mayor, however briefly! Faves are the Smoked Chicken and Apple Club, as well as the french toast special covered in berries and all sorts of awesomeness!
Cassie CurryJuly 31, 2013Awesome pancakes!!!! Loved the Berry Banana. You can ask for one, two, or three pancakes.
Jeewant KaushalDecember 2, 2014White chocolate pretzel pancakes are a site to behold! Also stay away from the tomatillo chicken scramble, it's very bland with barely any egg.
RaniaAugust 7, 2014Tried the healthiest breakfast option (scrambled egg white with chicken, avocado and spinach). Sounded good, but tasted bland- Terry SuttonFebruary 3, 2019Very good breakfast. Good views sitting street side. Loved the pancakes.
Christie GriffinJune 4, 2013The white choc. pretzel pancakes are insane. Get a plate to share with the table!
The cannoli pancakes are the best kept secret on the menu. The pistachio-chocolate sauce they drizzle on top makes the dish.
Matthew PApril 28, 2013Be prepared for about a 30 - 45 minute wait during the Sunday brunch rush (9:30 AM - 11:00 AM)
Monique ThomasFebruary 21, 2014Love their food!! Try the pretzel pancakes! They are huge so share!!!!
I go for the delicious, creative pancakes and endless Intelligentsia coffee - you can even get a cup to go after your meal.
Get the Tomatillo salsa scramble for a healthy tasty breakfast!
FoxMarch 10, 2015The pumpkin pancakes are so so good. Huge portions are made for sharing... #JustTheYums
You don't have to get full stack. You can just order one or two pancake stacks. Three pancakes a little overwhelming.
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- Mon–Fri
- 8:00 AM–2:30 PM
- Sat–Sun
- 9:00 AM–2:00 PM
(312) 291-0100
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