There’s nothing better than a good brunch on a lazy Sunday with the family. From fun sized pancakes for the kiddos to bottomless mimosas for the adults: the Chicago brunch scene has it all and then some. Sound overwhelming?
Don’t worry, we’ve narrowed our list down to our top five favorite restaurants for family brunches!
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Cracked on Milwaukee $$ Breakfast & Brunch, American
Cracked on Milwaukee began as a food truck and quickly gained popularity for its unique take on breakfast classics such as Breakfast Sandwiches and Biscuits and Gravy. They opened their brick and mortar in 2017 and quickly became a Chicagoland favorite. Its vibrant, cartoonish decor, exceptional service, and delicious home style food make it a fantastic eating experience for children as well as adults.
1359 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, IL 60622
(312) 989-2247
https://www.crackedongreen.com/wicker-park
Batter and Berries $$ Breakfast and Brunch
Batter and Berries is a black, family owned and operated restaurant that offers a fresh, bold, and expansive menu as well as a first class casual dining experience for your family. Batter and Berries takes their commitment to farm to table seriously, serving up food made with natural ingredients. The staff and atmosphere are friendly and lively, making it an easy pick for famished families. Oh, did I mention that they have a rotating Special French Toast menu? I’m talking speciality French toast flavors on the regular. Yeah. That happens.
2748 N Lincoln Ave, Chicago, IL 60614
(773)248-7710
https://batterandberries.com/house-gallery/
Summer House Santa Monica $$ American(Traditional)
Summer House is chic, classy, and modern in decor while maintaining an electric, casual, and completely kid friendly environment. The entire family is bound to enjoy the California inspired menu, made with locally and freshly sourced produce and even the pickiest of eaters will find something to love on the special kids menu.
1954 N Halsted St, Chicago, IL 60614
(773)634-4100
https://www.summerhousesm.com/chicago/
Egg Harbor Cafe $$ Breakfast and Brunch/ Gluten Free
Egg Harbor Cafe is a vivacious, darling cafe offering a vast array of breakfast staples and a popular children’s menu, complete with a coloring book. This locally owned business prides itself on its cruelty free eggs, award winning coffee, and delicious pancakes and cinnamon rolls. All meals are free of high fructose corn syrup and they have an extensive gluten free menu for families with sensitivities.
220 Upper E Illinois St, Chicago, IL 60611
(312)392-2570
https://eggharborcafe.com/location/streeterville/
Orange $ Breakfast and Brunch
Orange is home to the fun size pancakes! Yes, the perfect pancake for kids, in a variety of speciality flavors. If you’re not sold by that, you will be sold by the contemporary, comfortable setting and their mouth watering menu including freshly squeezed “make your own” juices and fruit sushi! Orange is fun for all and sure to become one of your family favorites.
2011 W Roscoe St, Chicago, IL 60618
773-248-0999
https://orangerestaurantchicago.com
Make the best meal of the weekend, memorable and fun for your fam with one of these top tier family brunch picks!