I know I can always count on this spot for a reliable and satisfying breakfast, especially when I'm…read morehungry since the portions are quite generous. My favorites are the omelets, which come with a choice of two sides and I highly recommend the fruit and pancakes. I also love sitting in the booths and people-watching in Lakeview. It's a great place to relax and enjoy a delicious meal.

Nice spot forn brunch centrated on using eggs, new management, and food is really comforting…read more Got the gyro skillet, substancially a lot of food and they are really fast making it, so wait it is not really long. Surprised to see this place alive after so many years too! Keep the good work

Tied for my favorite diner in America only with my childhood diner in MA…read more S&G's family friendly environment is why I will always come back. Frances and another amazing woman (I caught her name but I am now forgetting, sorry!) always greet my kids with a smile and conversation. The entire staff is incredibly kind especially Mimi. A quick story: my toddler was getting restless and I do my best to respect other patrons so I took him outside briefly. When we came back he was still restless but Frances walked him behind the bar and got him some additional coloring books. They are incredibly busy but they will go above and beyond to make you feel comfortable. The food is awesome as well. So many great options and it's quick to your table but not rushed. And even if you don't have kids, this is a great spot. I can't recommend Sam & George's enough Easily my favorite diner because of the people!

Quick, classic, easy, and real ingredients! A bit of an unintentional Ed Debevic's vibe... which…read moreI'm down with. Solid greasy breakfast food!

This place is a hidden gem! We love the wood (oak) interior…read morewhich feels like more hip but still friendly like a local diner. We went in for a Saturday or Sunday brunch and were able to walk in. The service was overall friendly and fast. The French omelet was heavenly. I am usually not an omelette person generally prefer a regular fried egg because I find the homogenous mixed egg to be a bit boring but with the filling inside this was a perfect balance of taste. I didn't get to take a pic to accompany it but the potatoes were also delicious. I can't wait to revisit

Very busy for brunch! Diner vibes. Definitely need a reservation if you are coming for brunch on a…read moreweekend. Service was a little slower than I would expect. I got the blueberry maple latte and it was delicious. On the sweeter side so keep that in mind. I would reorder every day if I could. For food, I ordered the Monte Cristo. This is not really a traditional Monte Cristo. They made the sandwich with bread that was a little too thick and added Dijon mustard. The mustard was all I could taste even after smothering it in the maple syrup they give you (they did not add the fruit jam that is usual for the Monte Cristo).

Such a yummy breakfast spot in lakeview east. We ordered the spinach breakfast burrito. It was…read moresoooo fresh. Perfect heat with the jalepeno cream cheese!! I will be back to try more menu items.

Really enjoyed the brunch here. The french toast with peaches & almonds was fantastic. We visited…read moretwo days in a row, sitting outside one day and inside another. Both were great for people watching as it's a fantastic neighborhood. The staff was very friendly and very attentive even when it got busy. I would highly recommend and can't wait to visit again next time I'm in Chicago.

My husband and I's favorite neighborhood breakfast spot! Food is so good & the hot sauce wall is so…read moremuch fun. Every employee is so kind; the service really makes this spot a treasure. The vibe is a no frills diner, just how we like it!

Food here was more like 3-3.5, but extra 0.5 for the toys available in the restaurant that can keep…read morekids busy while waiting for food My husband really love the biscuit and gravy as it was loaded with meat. I'm a bit disappointment at the omelette because there were way too much filling (ham, sausage and bacon) as compared to the egg, which was only a thin layer. I prefer the omelette be fluffy and the ratio made the omelette too salty. Chicken and waffle was good, but could be better. Chicken tasted like it was made from frozen chicken fingers. Waffle was fluffy. Pancake, bacon and sausage were all good. Overall, food was good and I'll go back try other items.

I love this cafe so much I visited it twice in one week!…read more It feels like you're in Europe while you sit outside in their sidewalk dining area. First visit we got some mid afternoon coffee and enjoyed people watching. I got a decafe latte and it tasted exactly like a regular coffee (I got worried I was drinking an actual coffee). Second visit we got the Mortadella Sandwich and it was the best thing i've ever had. The bread on the sandwich was light and everything was very fresh. Service was quick and polite. I really love the atmosphere here and cant wait to come back!

Serbian food excellence. Excellent gentle feta compliments eggs and salads like nobody's business…read more Solid but not transcendendant espresso coffees. Helpful service and nice seating inside and on the sidewalk. Very Europe street cafe vibe. All good.

This place was recommended to us endlessly and it fully lived up to the hype. We walked in at…read moreopening on a weekday, so it was super quiet, for a while it was just us. We weren't starving as we had early lunch plans and an appt to get to, so initially all we ordered was drip coffee. The staff was so kind about it, complimentary coffee cake is given with the coffee. Then Rex our server who is the most personable and kind human being recommended the short stack of French toast that is not on the menu. He claimed it's the best he's had EVER. And he was not lying. Made with cibbatta bread, it's crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, not soggy or too eggy, the butter adds a touch of saltiness and the syrup is so yummmm. Would come again just for the French toast. But Rex, who is a gem, chatted with us and gave us so many good Chicago recs. The service is just amazing. Great place. Can't wait to return. Just a heads up it is cash only, which is fine by me, I always travel with some, there is an ATM inside, just come prepared :)

Cash only? In this economy?!…read more I am kidding about feigning my outrage, but not the Cash-only nature of Tweet. They have an ATM, but plan ahead if you don't want to pay the fees. Overall, there is a lot to like: there is a free slice of cake presented when you're seated, and a cup of fruit included with breakfast. While some of the fruit was sliced a little close to the rind, I have no complaints about either, especially with the cake being homemade. This isn't just a matter of not looking a gift-horse in the mouth, but also about both being genuinely good (though not mind blowing). For my mains, I ordered the French Toast with a side of bacon. It was awesome that I was asked my preference for crisp vs soft bacon, and I asked for it in between. True to form, I received bacon which was somewhere down the middle, while closer to soft, I am going to choose to not split hairs. The French Toast was okay. It is thick, honkin' slices of Ciabatta, dipped in custard and pan fried. A respectable iteration, especially after a 'healthy' amount of maple syrup and butter. However, it lacked that magic a truly superb French Toast has, where the inside is soft and chewy, and the outside lightly crisp. Ciabatta has a little too much bulk for that. A highlight of the experience was actually the service. Despite being fairly busy, the food came out fast. Everyone was very friendly, welcoming, and attentive. The service staff also worked together as a team to deliver excellent service, rather than have one person handle everything for a certain area. The vibe is very unique, in that as more and more places go for simple, bland, and sometimes minimalist interiors, here there is more art than wall! I may not love all of it, and I am not asking for prints of anything, but it's nicer than staring at blankness. Final verdict: Tweet has many good things going for it: an artful vibe, included cake and fruit, and a menu that works for all sorts of diets. They also excel in providing excellent service. However, if judged on the French Toast alone, they don't quite have the secret sauce to make it to the league of greats.

I've been to multiple Breakfast House locations throughout Chicago over the years, and one thing…read morethat has always impressed me is how remarkably consistent they are. Whether I'm meeting friends for brunch or grabbing breakfast with family, I know exactly what to expect: excellent food, warm hospitality, and an experience that keeps me coming back. While every location has been great, the Lakeview restaurant has become my home base, and it's one of those places where you genuinely feel like a regular. After enough visits, I've built relationships with the staff, and every time I walk through the door I'm greeted with a smile and made to feel welcome. That kind of hospitality is becoming harder to find, and it's a big part of why Breakfast House stands out. The team is attentive without being overbearing, service is consistently efficient, and it's clear they take pride in creating a neighborhood atmosphere where people actually want to linger over coffee. As for the food, I don't think I've ever had a bad meal here. My favorite savory dish is the BLT Benedict, which is a creative spin on a brunch classic. The combination of crispy bacon, fresh tomatoes, perfectly poached eggs, and rich hollandaise creates an incredible balance of flavors. The English muffin stays crisp enough to support everything without getting soggy, and each bite has the perfect mix of savory, creamy, and fresh. It's one of those dishes I keep telling myself I'll branch out from... but I usually end up ordering it again because it's just that good. If you're in the mood for something sweet, the Chef's Special French Toast is absolutely worth ordering. It arrives beautifully presented and tastes every bit as good as it looks. The bread is thick and fluffy with a perfectly caramelized exterior, while the fresh berries, whipped cream, and powdered sugar make every bite feel indulgent without becoming overly sweet. It's the kind of French toast that's comforting, satisfying, and easy to share--although you'll probably end up wanting the whole plate to yourself. Beyond the food, the restaurant has a bright, cozy atmosphere that makes it an ideal brunch destination. Whether you're sitting by the windows watching the neighborhood wake up or catching up with friends over coffee, it has a welcoming energy that encourages you to slow down and enjoy your meal. The Lakeview location is convenient, easy to get to, and always has the feel of a true neighborhood favorite. One thing that speaks volumes is how often I bring other people here. I've introduced Breakfast House to friends, family, and out-of-town visitors, and every single one has left impressed. It's become one of my go-to recommendations whenever someone asks where to get breakfast or brunch in Chicago because I know they'll have a great experience. Consistency is one of the hardest things for restaurants to achieve, especially across multiple locations, but Breakfast House continues to deliver every single time. Great food, genuinely friendly people, generous portions, and an atmosphere that makes you feel like you're part of the neighborhood--that's a combination that's hard to beat. If you're visiting for the first time, I'd highly recommend ordering the BLT Benedict or the Chef's Special French Toast (or better yet, split both with someone). After enough visits, don't be surprised if you find yourself becoming a regular too.

This place is yummy, this is the second location in their family of "Breakfast House" spots that we…read morehave tried. All the food is really good, the service was spot on! They really know how to cram the tables in there so be prepared if you have a big group! Portion size is hit and miss, some plates are packed to the gills, other plates are skimp sauce and that's comparing a favorite from both locations and also two plates at the same time. If I could rely on this consistency I would have given 5 stars but since I was still hungry after my dish, even though it was good I am settling at 4 stars, because hey, you're allowed to have "one of those days" Do I recommend? Absolutely we would go back again. Prices are decent food is good and staff has been good at both places!!