Service was good everyone was friendly, the sand which I ordered was so good. The thick cut BLT on French bread. YUMMMMMMY. I loved the vibe. So Chicago. (Try the Bloody Mary) read more

3rd Coast Cafe - Thick cut BLT with avocado. So good! - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Great service but food was not good. Salmon eggs Benedict was cold and poached eggs were way overdone. Others thought their food was okay but not great considering it was breakfast read more

Cool old building, menu diverse enough for finicky teen and we already know what we're ordering the next 4 times we go! read more

3rd Coast Cafe - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Ate breakfast here 3 times on a recent trip. Great service, delicious food, relaxed vibe. The breakfast burrito was my favorite - super filling and tasty. The avocado sauce was especially good, and I added some hot sauce. Coffee is good, but does vary by day for some reason. I also tried the steak and eggs (good steak, could have been seasoned more, with really tasty pico) and the Greek Omelette (also really good). read more

Love this place: especially for breakfast! The ambiance is great and the food is delicious. The coconut oatmeal is good as are the omelets. Also excellent is the charcuterie they offer - enough for a meal. It is a nice, low key and relaxing place to come and generally not too long of a wait. read more

New to the area and we found a place the entire family loved. Great variety, great flavor and great atmosphere. Chicken schnitzel was awesome. read more

I almost don't want to share my experiences here for fear of longer wait times (there not that bad yet). This place is my neighborhood go to. The service is quick and courteous and every single thing on the menu is delicious, I have yet to have a bad meal here. I frequently order "The Benedicto". They're poached eggs are perfect every time! Fruit is always fresh and the pesto hollandaise is so so good! My most recent visit I ordered the Veggie Hash and this is also a winner! If you're in the Gold Coast and looking for a good breakfast/brunch spot. This is your place - oh and they have booze if that's your thing ;) read more

Love the service and the food at dinner is really home cooking at its best. Prices are very reasonable and a great value. Try the pizza it is really tasty and imo of the best in the city. read more

This is a great spot for any meal. I highly recommend trying the spicy chicken soup. It is THE BEST

Owner reached out to me to assure me that no butter or dairy was used in the preparation of my meal.

This is by far my favorite restaurant in Chicago. One of the things I miss the most about leaving Illinois. Terrific good very friendly staff. Just a wonderful experience every time we go! The owner is one of the nicest people I've ever met! read more

In Chicago for the weekend and stayed in the Gold Coast area. We stumbled into this place for breakfast and kept coming back everyday during our stay. The omelets and coffee do not disappoint. Great food and service. It's a hidden gem n a charming neighborhood. Love this place. read more

Top notch brunch spot!!!!! The staff and servers are swift, polite, and knowledgeable; the servings are sizable, and the food was delicious! When I unknowingly left the restaurant with my wallet on the floor under my table, Janet, the store proprietor, went out of her way to track me down by calling my credit card company! She left her personal cell number with the a customer service representative and asked me to call her back so she could drop if off to me since the restaurant was closing for the day! Not only was the food served hot and indulgent, but the staff is genuinely good hearted, creating the perfect restaurant environment. read more

I've been eating here for many years. I highly recommend eating here. Service sometimes suck but the food is very good.

Great food for the price and an easy pick up from our condo. Highly recommend this for their menu

My family and I will always hold a special place in our hearts for 3rd Coast Cafe in Chicago.  This restaurant is located about two blocks from the building where my elderly aunt lived for decades, and she ate there several times a week during all that time! In fact, I just took a moment and figured out that my aunt probably ate at 3rd Coast over 5,000 times before she died this week at the age of 97.  She also took us there when we visited her, and I mean EVERY time we visited her! We all loved the food, especially the full-meal salads and the fish.  We all loved the reasonable prices.  We all loved the portion sizes.  We all loved the seasoning.  We all loved the atmosphere.  My aunt was fond of the owner, Janet, although I myself have never met her. I really cannot say enough positive things about this neighborhood hub, which served as my aunt's dining room for 35 years and provided of years of delicious food and a warm, welcoming atmosphere for a lonely person.   Thank you so much, Janet and 3rd Coast Cafe. read more

Sometimes, I vant to be alone. But I don't want to cook, nor do I feel like being cooped up in my apartment with take-out, how depressing. So, I meander around the block to 3rd Coast for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. I might even order breakfast for dinner, because that's how 3rd Coast lets me roll. Located on the ground floor of an old, probably historical, Gold Coast mid-rise, 3rd Coast appears to be listed as a wine bar, but it is so much more. They serve some solid grub, and I usually never fail to order one of their Bloody Marys, because they are huge and hit the spot. Good food aside, I like the space. It is an intimate room, but does not overcrowd. You can choose a booth or a table. They have an old fashioned cash register. I usually enjoy their song mix, which is also set at a reasonable decibel. The servers are nice, efficient, and not overbearing. The bathrooms are clean. I get to pass by Hemingway's old apartment on the walk here. 3rd Coast: Greta Garbo would approve. read more

On one particular Tuesday, I found the perfect unpacking procrastination method: attend a Chicago Spanish Language Meetup event. My decision making process went something like this: Wine bar with Spanish wines + new friends + not unpacking = Happy Dana. The restaurant itself is has a coffee shop ambiance, but don't be fooled: the menu features substantial soups, salads, and main courses, beer, and wine if you've had enough caffeine. The service was friendly, quick, and our server had a photographic memory. There was quite a big group of us yet he remembered that I was drinking a young (and not too tanin-y) Rioja which made refills a breeze! read more

Sunday brunch is dangerous for me. It can easily lead to a full day of debauchery during football season and eventually hating life on Monday morning. It's for this reason that I love a place like the 3rd Coast, which gives me the option of a Funday menu on Saturday. They do $5 bloodys and have an extensive menu pretty much all of which is priced under $10 a plate. I had CHILIQUILES that were a bit of a disappointment but it's still a pretty cheap and tasty way to work off a hangover. Inside it's cozy and exactly what the doctor ordered if in need of an inexpensive and casual spot. Whether you're in need of a walk of shame breakfast or post church (as if I go there) brunch I think it's suitable for either occasion. read more

I used to Coast excessively when I had friends in the building but they've all moved away....however, I found myself getting suspicious looks from the genteel neighbors while waiting on the corner with boots and fishnets so I ducked into the 3rd Coast the other day and suddenly felt home again. I forgot how much I loved this little gem on one of the prettiest streets in the Gold Coast. Always a warm welcome and respite from the cold. Piping hot drinks in the winter and refreshing cold ones in the summer. Always room for me and my girls to sit for hours on end, sometimes through entire shifts, and no one says a word. Just annouce the changing of the guard. Brunch has turned into dinner more than once here. This is one of those places that flies quietly under the radar with decent food, great wines, fair prices and a great staff. I kind of like it that way! read more

Fantastic Carry OUT! One of my friends stopped by with lunch today... I felt so lucky!! She brought one of my favorite sandwiches in the world-- the Turkey Brie sandwich from 3rd coast!! Yummy, buttery, toasted bread with melted brie cheese and turkey... I am very full, but just thinking about it makes me want another!! I always get the fruit salad with it, instead of fries... they do not just stick you with cantaloupe and honeydew, they also have bananas, pineapple, strawberries.. Great desserts too! the brownies? Chocolate, rich, and savory.. Happy day! read more

The 3rd Coast is one of my favorite neighborhood spots. It's a bit unassuming and I walked right past it many times before noticing it was there, but boy am I glad I finally did. The food is really good and very reasonably priced . Some of my favorites items on the menu include the crispy potatoes, all of the salads are great, and the dutch club is heavenly.Since breakfast is served all day, a few nights ago tried the raspberry and the blueberry scones and they were super! Like Ahnold, I'll be back. read more

This was easily the worst meal I've ever paid for. Simply put, it's a restaurant you'd see on the "before" section of a Gordon Ramsay show. Seriously, just save yourself the cash and hassle, and go anywhere else. This is not a wine bar. To suggest otherwise is insulting. Of the 5 white wines on the menu by the glass, they didn't have one and couldn't suggest a replacement. Because there are wines on a menu does not make it wine bar. The decor is as sloppy as the food and hints at the detail they put into the whole operation. I went there for a Restaurant Week 3-course meal. The waitress didn't know or understand the menu. The artichoke bruschetta topping came from a can and the halved baguette it was on wasn't even toasted. And it was on a baguette. And it was bland and awful. But before we could have the second bite, the salad came out. And then we waited 40 mins for the entrees, which we didn't bother finishing. I got the wrong side, my wife didn't get a side, and they both were just flopped on the plate. It was ridiculously, hilariously awful from beginning to end. Easily the worst $80 ever spent on a nice evening out. read more

I have a love for 3rd coast that spans over 16 years, I have enjoyed many a cup of coffee here as well as a fricking delicious scone. I enjoy going in the late afternoon because it is not busy at all & you can enjoy some "you" time either reading a book, perusing the paper, or doing work/studying. You can spend hours here just chilling on some random afternoon. I also enjoy the friendliness of the waitstaff, they are not pushy at all. Nor do they hover over you so that you leave--it is nice. While I think their food can be a bit pricey the quality is good and the portion sizes are decent. I have a tendency to simply get some coffee & a scone. Let me just say here--they have my favorite scones in all of the city. Served nice & warm with fresh fruit in them and they come with whipped cream & butter (drool!). I will say one major downside for me is that they do not offer Splenda as one of their sugar substitutes and that is annoying. I do not understand why some establishments hold out on that front--so minus a star for that. read more

If I could go less than a star I would. This might be the worst restaurant in the world since Hawkeye's on Taylor Street. I expect decent service. I have come to realize that exceptional service is rare - so I will settle for decent. The service here sucks so hard it isn't even funny. The women that work there are very easy on the eyes and the other two on shift that night - seem to be hustling. One of them even came over to greet us when we looked lost. We looked lost because our girl was no where to be seen. I ordered the cilantro bean soup. It taste like cigarettes in toilet water. People I am not tough to please - but cilantro bean soup should have some cilantro in it. The "waitress" came by and saw a full cup of soup and asked "How was it?" I replied, "It wasn't very good." She smiled and walked away. Then she came out with the sandwich; the el diablo. I was ready to be blown away. A beef sandwich named after the devil has to be something. What it was was sparse and bland. It had as much flavor as the table. They brought something called potatoes O'Brien. In theory cubes potato - green peppers - onions fried WOW! Right? Raw potato and greasy peppers. No waitress. The busboy - who was serving our drinks and taking care of us - took the plate back to the kitchen to have them actually cook the potatoes. She looked at him - looked at me and smiled. BUT SHE DIDN'T DO ANYTHING! He brought it back out - by then the scrimpy devil sandwich was a culinary memory. The potato experience was just chalky. She smiled once more as she dropped the check - she was like a Stepford Waitress except that she had less personality. I have heard they have a good brunch. I will never return to find out. It is simply too big a city. read more

Every time I step through the door here, I feel life's problems drain away. The troubles of the day -- the week, even -- just seem trivial as the instrumental jazz softly blankets the room and creates a hazy, just plain relaxing atmosphere. The furniture is sturdy, the bud vases freshly filled, and the original pastels and watercolors hanging on the walls (all tastefully framed and up for sale) add a fresh feel to the space. The food is very delicious, and today I began the day indulging my absolute gluttonous side with the stuffed French toast (with glazed walnuts, banana, melted brie, and banana liqueur) and a side of bacon (completely delicious, thick slices of deep red meat fried to a perfect non-crunchy solid crisp). An added plus: the servers here are very attractive in a Greenwich Village/Chelsea loft artist sort of way. They were also very helpful; when I arrived after they'd stopped serving their brunch menu (through which the stuffed French toast is offered), I asked the server about my getting the stuffed French toast, and he went back and got confirmation from the kitchens that they would be able to make it for me. Wahoo! Overall, a GREAT little brunch place. I didn't know about its late-night hours, so I'll be sure to add it now to my list of late-night munchies destinations! read more

Something in Chicago that hasn't changed in the last 15 years!!! When I was underage, I'd come to Third coast to feel like an adult- great cafe food, coffee drinks, etc. I remember somehow being impressed that I could sit in a cafe that served alcohol- wine, beer, etc, and play chess! This was the first place I ever ate a craison. For whatever reason, I hadn't been to Third Coast in easily over 10 YEARS, so Saturday when I found myself in the area, I had a dilemma- avoid it and continue to imagine it exactly as I remembered, or go and risk being let down by another place corrupted with city growth and "progress." Was it even still around? IT WAS! And it hasn't changed one bit! I ordered a glass of champagne to celebrate! The food is still great, the atmosphere is still the same, everything is just right! I realize now that it's a pretty European feeling cafe, with drinks and simple food/salads to enjoy in addition to coffee and the normal cafe fare. The place isn't super fancy or new inside, but it's comfortable, and kind of hidden, and just the greatest. Not perfect- but perfect even in its imperfection, you know? read more

The 3rd Coast is my go to for dinner. The variety of food is great and the quality of food and service is always exceptional. Recommendations? This is tricky because i have so many items to recommend, between the soups, sandwiches, burgers, lobster ravioli, salmon and eggs Benedict (breakfast) The portion sizes here are rather large and the prices are extremely reasonable. They have speciality cocktails under $10 and entrees come with soup or salad for under $20. I have never had to wait for a table, even on Valentines day! On Valentines day they have an awesome deal for $30 which includes a drink, appetizer, soup/salad, entree and dessert! SO much food! This is literally better than any restaurant week deal! The service here is always outstanding! So friendly and I have never had to wait for a table and I usually leave very full. read more

Nothing but 5 stars all around for 3rd coast. Service, 5 stars, food 5 stars, location 5 stars, ambiance 5 stars. Been coming here for 8+ years as I live in the neighborhood. I don't know how they do it but they always do it perfect, huge shout out to all the staff, both FOH and BOH, Marlene and Silvia are rock stars. I work in restaurants myself and always recommend to my guests that they check out 3rd coast, have never been disappointed coming here. This place doesn't deserve a single negative review. read more

If you're looking for local businesses to support during this time, I can't recommend 3rd Coast Cafe enough. I've been coming here for years and they never disappoint. Delicious breakfast staples - omelettes, fresh scones and pancakes - and a great lunch/dinner selection. Aside from the quality food and friendly staff, there's something special about the ambiance that I can't do justice through a review. They've stayed true to their vision over the years and that consistency is why they've remained one of my favorite spots in the city. It's charming, quaint, and the perfect place to catch up with friends or just enjoy a solo cup of coffee. 3rd Coast is a neighborhood gem that's been serving the community for over two decades, and hopefully for many years to come. read more

I love this place. And not because its steps from my apartment - which I must admit make it wonderfully convenient on those foggy-headed Sunday mornings - but because it's everything brunch should be. Delicious, cozy, friendly and laid back. No crowds packed with perfectly put together people that scoff at my baseball cap and comfy pants - aka pajama pants. No snooty servers and overpriced, mediocre concoctions. And definitely no ridiculously long waits. I've never waited more than 15 minutes on a Sunday morning, thanks to the "blink and you'll miss it" location. The steamed oatmeal with bananas and brown sugar will leave you all warm and fuzzy inside. And the French toast stuffed with bananas, candied walnuts and brie .....well, do I really have to say much more? Bonus: this place has a great wine selection, full bar, and live music on Saturday nights. read more

Take my word for it ... there is NOTHING more comforting on a snowy afternoon than holing up here for a while over an irish coffee and raspberry scone. (Yes, weird combination. I've accepted it.) A place that meets both of my legal drug needs: coffee AND liquor. I've only ever had the scones, never been there for an actual meal. Sorry. But the scones are enough. They bake them for you. No, I mean really. They aren't under glass at the counter. You actually have to wait. BECAUSE THEY EFFIN' BAKE YOUR GODDAMN SCONE RIGHT THEN AND THERE. Bake it! Do you get that? BAKE IT. The scone covers a multitude of the sins I've been keeping track of ... the too cool for school service, the priceyness, the fact that it takes forever to get your check when it's time to go. I forgive you, Third Coast, because you have "delicate antique plumbing" in your bathroom, because of your wood panelling, because of those weird gas jet things at the door (heat?) and because of your motherfucking SCONES. read more

Salads are huge and tossed in variety. The steak was juicy and flavorful. Honestly, there isn't a bad dish on the menu. This place serves amazing breakfast and amazing dinners. My favorite employee is the food runner, who is really efficient with his work. Will be back. Yep. read more

Really enjoyed our lunch here! Great tastes all around. Stopped here before a matinee at Second City and walked over for the show. Highly recommended! read more

WHAT? You want a place that gives you WHAT? Great service....fabulous hot fresh food? AND Great Coffee!?? READ THIS......... A late breakfast experience in the city on a cloudy day. Steamy fresh cups of coffee nestled in a saucer with real cream to lace it. Fresh fresh eggs ( I had mine a PERFECT Over Easy) and I love to be able to use that word!! accompanied by crispy non-greasy fluffy , yes fluffy, hash browns and a classic Maxwell seared split sausage link. The toast was thick cut marble rye..lightly crisp and warm. My tablemate had two wonderfully cooked sunny side ups with 3 Thick cut Bacon Strips cooked to crispy perfection. Yes and hash browns....and that delectable rye toast. Let me tell you...I know its Breakfast...but when you get something as wonderful to begin your day which is obviously prepared with passion and caring the way 3rd Coast presents it...it is never Just Breakfast. We are actually going back for libations and small nibbles later!! (they have a great ambiance at 3rd Coast and the cutest bar!) Ty 3rd Coast.......you are SO very worth it! **My shout out to Kelsey who delivered exquisite service, was sincerely friendly, happy to see you and appreciate you being there! TY Kelsey! read more

This place is great. They did everything just right. I had the black bean, rice, quinoa, and avacado bowl and a coffee. It was excellent, pure healthy comfort food. Not pretentious, just a perfect cozy cafe.I must say that their regular coffee was some of the best I've had. I'll definitely be back read more

I had not even heard of this place, but stumbled upon it before dinner at the Pump Room for a girls night. What a little gem! We didn't eat, but ordered a few bottles of wine and to our surprise, each bottle of wine comes with a free small plate! We had a great cheese plate that was larger than most and very yummy! The hummus was also very tasty! Definitely will be back! Think they could spruce up the inside a bit... it was very dark and the lights kept flickering for some reason but still a great time :) read more

This is, hands down, my favorite Chicago Gold Coast restaurant! Unlike a lot of other dining and shopping establishments in the area, there is nothing pretentious or stuffy about the restaurant. I've gone for breakfast, lunch, dinner, wine and cocktails, and even art exhibits. I have never been let down by the service nor the quality of the food. One would probably never think to go here for tacos, but the Diablo's tacos are delicious and pretty close to being authentic! The owner, Janet, can often been seen mingling with customers or bringing out orders and bussing tables during busy hours. Her dedication to customers is so refreshing! read more

Dat artwork. I know I'm supposed to focus on the food, but if you don't feel like bringing your omelette into the Art Institute to start chowing down in front of a Van Gogh, you can't find a closer second. We came on a quiet day, and service was good. Not super fast, but we had some time to appreciate the decor. We had the House and Farmers Omelettes, both of which were stacked to the rafters. Not literally. Shut up. They made for a great brunch with leftovers for second brunch (the fifth most important meal of the day). Prices are a smidge higher than I would like. Then again, I'd like everything to be free. read more

- Food is almost always good, and the burgers are awesome! Brussel sprouts and the apple pie ala mode are a must try. - The feel inside is really unique, and at night the ambiance is classy-cool. Classic old Chicago building and located in a fairly quiet, historic area of the city. - Staff is nice, however my takeout orders have been messed up more times than not. They commonly forget one or two of the dishes ordered and once even forgot one of the buns on my burger (??). - The manager was kind of pretentious when she asked how our food was, and she seemed like she was more interested in telling us about her then actually caring how the meal was. Solid 3 stars for this place, but still worth checking out I'd say, especially late night. read more