Solid diner food and experience. I got the 2x2x2. The food was good, but nothing out of the ordinary. I really enjoyed the ambiance and people watching from our table by the windows. Service was good, and prices were reasonable. read more

Dollop Diner - 2x2x2 - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

I came here for Andersonville restaurant week. Got the croque madame with a latte for $10. Everything tasted great but I wish they made the sandwich with 2 pieces of bread instead of one. The normal price of this sandwich is $8 whixh is a bit steep. We tried a biscuit as well and it was fantastic. The tables are a bit close together so be prepared for that. There was a cute outdoor area which will be great when the weather gets better. The service was ok but not the best for a Sunday morning...took while to get our coffees. I want to come back and try the other food as the menu looks amazing. read more

Dollop Diner - Croque madame and latte - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Dollop Diner has steadily improved since opening as they've taken suggestions, and this is a place that I'm happy to return to. The best is their ironic bulletin board of trashy Yelp reviews. Nice. The switch to table service was a good idea, and saves an awkward line at the door when they're busy. Place still feels informal enough to camp with a laptop and coffee or grab any-day brunch with a group of friends. Chicken biscuit is bigger and hasn't been dry like the first few times I had it. Staff are still consistently friendly. The vibe is still big glass and understated-sarcastic-retro, so I still like it. Happy this Dollop continues on track. read more

Dollop Diner - Thoughtful design. Light wood, chrome, and plenty of power outlets for a quick phone charge. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

I've eaten here twice now. Once was for the Croque Madam, which wasn't what I expected. It was more deconstructed, after the initial "hmm, this isn't right" I ate it and wasn't disappointed. Absolutely delicious. Second, I had chicken and waffles. Always a good combo and this didn't disappoint. With such friendly service, I can't wait for the new location on Montrose to open. read more

Dollop Diner - Chicken and Waffles - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Good food and good service. The Asian sloppy Joe was something different for me to try and I enjoyed it. Also ordered the cheese curds...yum. read more

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Passed this place a thousand times (on the bus). Had the opportunity to get some breakfast before an appointment. Great food, service, and coffee. Breakfast and lunch options. read more

Great, reasonably priced diner in Andersonville/Uptown area. We sat outside on a weekend morning. The service was friendly and the food was great. I really liked my BLT. Will be back! read more

Want to pay $10 for a glass of orange juice? I watched the "bartender" pour a mimosa that was 95% orange juice and 5% champagne. Couldn't tell if her family owned the place or if she decided to skimp on her own. Either way, not worth stopping for a drink. read more

As far as cafe spots, this place is adorable. The aesthetics are on point. It has wide windows, checkered floors and this retro front counter that looks as if there could be a sock hop at any moment. It's a perfect spot for catching up with friends whom you haven't seen in quite a while. And that's exactly what my friend and I did. We decided to check out this diner and grab breakfast or lunch. Be prepared for a wait especially if you are going for weekend brunch though. My friend and I were at the tail end of the brunch boom, so we were able to sit for a bit longer to order coffee after brunch. Now onto the food! I ordered the avocado toast. The toppings including watermelon radish, avocado mash, cilantro, and a fried egg on top. The spread was nice. However, even with all the toppings, I found the toast a bit too dry as it was quite a thick slice. Given what it was, one slice of toast, I felt like the prices seem to be a bit steep (almost $9). Overall, the environment is great for brunch with friends, making it an 'a-OK' for me. read more

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the service was great!! kind servers and wonderful food! 100% a cozy brunch place for a fun chat love this place. the vibes are unmatched!

We love this place overall. The wait staff is awesome and friendly and the food is usually reliably yummy. I'm only writing this meh review becuase I care about this place and want them to stay on their toes... had a breakfast this week that was really not good enough.... Came only medium warm (as evidenced by the fact that cheese (which supposedly came IN the scramble but instead was sprinkled on top) was unmelted- and the eggs - a scramble with cherry tomatoes and asparagus- was flavorless and the asparagus were past their prime. None of the ingredients had their own flavor... it was just flat and uninspiring. C'mon guys!! Scrambled eggs- you gotta do better! Also, a friend had the pancakes and they were undercooked in the center. An off day for the kitchen for sure. read more

I don't know if I'd give this place a second chance. I don't have high expectations for a coffee shop--decent coffee and pastries. I sat at the counter and got my coffee promptly but waited for 15 minutes for my pastry and there was only one other customer at the time. read more

I'm glad Dollop's in the neighborhood. A quick and easy option for us, always fast and delicious. Fried chicken sandwich is my favorite, followed by the Chicken biscuit and Chicken and Waffles. read more

Who knew! Apparently unbeknownst to me, Dollop opened its first diner in Chicago, and it's good. Giant windows throughout and high ceilings make it light and bright. A retro-iish front counter service welcomes diners and a long hallway leads to light bright back iindoor seating and a large outdoor patio. Food is good, lots from locally sourced farms and the service is excellent. Prices are extremely reasonable for the quality of food, venue and service. Easy street parking. read more

Went here during the pandemic and sat outside. The staff was very accommodating to the two dogs we brought and I thought the service was great personally. The coffee was pretty good and my fiances salad was good too. The croque madame was delicious but I agree with the other reviews in saying two slices, thinner Sourdough bread maybe better. Next time I will try something else because this croque madame is not on par with the one from pHlour. The pancake supreme was absolutely incredible and the fruit toppings tasted super fresh and delicious. Overall the pricing was a little high but nothing different from any other Andersonville brunch places. Will have to come here for lunch one day. read more

Dollop Diner - Salad, pancake supreme and croque madame. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Service was so-so, coffee was okay and the biscuits with sausage gravity was disgusting horrible. The tasteless gravy had a bunch of tasteless sausage cut into tiny cubes - it reminded me of the little can of gourmet cat food. I'm sure the cat food has more flavor. Unappetizing and I don't recommend the place... otherwise fine. read more

Delightful spot - good coffee, of course, and great upscaled diner plates. Can get quite crowded on the weekends. read more

Dollop Diner - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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A solid new option for breakfast/brunch here in Brunch Country. It's got the feel of an old timey diner, but with an update. The back patio looks fantastic. Came here and had the pork sandwich. It didn't wow me. Since I am in the neighborhood, I'll probably come back and give it another chance. Definitely worth a try. Good coffee. read more

WOA! This place is an upscale greasy spoon and is super yummy! on a whim, i had the soup of the day, Watermelon Gazpacho. I don't like watermelon whatsoever but i asked for a sample because i was curious. I loved it and ended up ordering a bowl. It was just enough salt and sugar to make the watermelon taste exceptional! I also had the homemade cheese curds - delish! I was told that everything on the menu is homemade. Everything on the menu looked really good, I'll definitely be coming back for dinner. read more

Dollop Diner - The watermelon Gazpacho - a full bowl, more than i could eat! - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Dollop Diner is a solid brunch spot (haven't tried their lunch menu). Portions are generous, food is good, and -- best of all, for vegetarians like me -- there are plenty of options with mushroom gravy! The first time I went to Dollop, I was thrilled to see a mushroom biscuit + gravy on the menu because not many brunch places offer a veggie friendly version of that dish. On my most recent visit, I had the chilaquiles and left very satisfied with my experience. read more

Dollop Diner - Porcini Poutine - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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I ordered once because it was heavily advertised. Biscuits and mushroom gravy. It was just okay. Talked to my son, and he felt the same way about his order. Very expensive for the portion size. I ordered in, so can't comment about the restaurant itself. The single meal was $25 delivered. No leftovers. The biscuit was flaky, but a quarter of a hundred dollars for one meal means no repeat orders from our family. read more

This Dollop cafe is considered a diner, which I love and have been multiple times. There are more option with food and the space it has. Though it manipulates cafe-goers that it is smaller, it's actually very expansive and pretty private. This Dollop is very cozy but has a nice diner aesthetic to the way it looks. The service is incredibly nice and if you need to use the wifi, the workers are so kind to give you the password when they see you on a device. To the food, I got a small Mac 'n Cheese ($4.99) and regular home fries ($3.99). The macaroni isn't as superior to other places, but for something small and easy, it's enjoyable to eat. Would I get it again? Nah, but it was a nice snack before I had my real dinner. The fries were an accommodating bite size for a regular person and also perfect as a small snack. Obviously, each Dollop is different. The aesthetic, food and drinks are complimentary to where they are. Would I recommend these coffee shops (and diners) for a quick bite? Yes! A place to study or do any work? Yes! Is it a bit overpriced in some aspect? Yeah, but if you plant yourself in a Dollop, you'll sink into their comforting ambience and complimentary wifi. read more

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In brief: Do not eat here. Beyond bad service. Really expensive for tiny portions. Long wait for over-cooked food. Basic misunderstanding of how to use an espresso machine. So, did I really just pay $30 to have to bus my own table and beg a horribly disinterested staff person for napkins? Yes, yes I did. But I'm not even sure that's the worst of it. This place place is pretty much a disaster. As others have noted, it is not a diner. There is no waitstaff. You order when you walk in the door. The person taking your order is not particularly friendly. The rest of the staff tries to avoid eye contact. Perhaps they are ashamed of how terrible the experience is here? We ordered the $7 pancakes and the $12 2/2/2 breakfast, and a cortado. The barista did not know how to make a cortado, and instead brought an espresso. To add insult to injury, they were out of cream and only had skim milk to put in it. The food took about 40 minutes to arrive. The pancake portion was insultingly small given the price of the plate. On the breakfast platter, the over-easy eggs were badly overcooked. They actually started turning customers away shortly after we sat down. We felt bad for the manager who was very calmly trying to keep things together in the kitchen. Based on the other reviews, I don't think these were one-time issues. Hopefully they can find a way to reboot the place as an actual diner with friendly staff and decent portion sizes? read more

Dollop Diner - $7 tiny plate of pancakes. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

This was my first visit and the staff (I guess specifically the youngish woman at the cash register) was somewhat off-putting and unhelpful. I wasn't sure if I sat and then ordered or ordered then sat and getting this information from her was unnecessarily complicated. I got the chicken sandwich with pickles and a coke and it seemed sort of pricey for what I got. Idk when I was looking at the menu I thought it seemed cheap then when I bill came it wasn't. Maybe the drinks are really expensive and I just didn't notice. Anyway the chicken sandwich was good but I've been sick for two days now so I am starting to wonder if maybe the chicken or potato salad was bad. I've been in the bathroom a lot if you know what I mean. I don't think I'll be back anytime soon. UPDATE: Okay, I went back. This time the service was fine because I knew how everything worked. However, the chicken sandwich was overlooked and I had to break off inedible hard/burnt pieces. When I bit into the sandwich, the meat was grey and smelled odd. Nope, nope, and nope. read more

Dollop Diner - Burnt, grey inside, smelled off. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Always and great comfortable. I have a nice time here, and I love the large windows letting you see the rest of the street. It feels like a second home. read more

I am not a breakfast guy. Or a brunch guy. Or a coffee guy. So why Dollop Diner? New. The SO and I were walking up Clark early-ish yesterday morning when we decided it would be worthwhile to try something new. We realized Dollop had opened fairly recently and opted to check it out over one of our tried and trues. Plus...patio seating. You can't pass up patio seating in #SummertimeChi. We walked in and, admittedly, it was a bit of a cluster. You order your food at the counter, which is probably 7 or 8 feet from the doorway. Since there is really nowhere to stand, you either have to congregate in the front of the doorway or form a line outside the restaurant. The menu is on the Southern wall as opposed to behind the counter or in a direct line of sight from the door, so you can't really view it while standing in line. It also did not help that a slow and undecided group of 8 walked in right in front of us. Either way, the system for ordering could be more comfortable. I ordered two chicken biscuits ($7 each), a side of bacon ($3) and a side of sausage ($3). We went with water so I cannot comment on any of their beverages, but at an appropriate time of day I would have gone with their version of the Manhattan. They process payments through one of those apps on an iPad, which also asks you for a tip. Once I paid and left tip I was given a buzzer to signal my food was ready at the counter. I did not realize it was more of a self-service restaurant, from the picking up of food to the bussing of your table. I think it's a 'to each their own' situation when it comes to tipping but I generally hold off on it unless there is some sort of waiter/busser service. Again, just a personal preference. The food was ready fairly quickly and we trekked in from the patio down the long, narrow hallway to grab our food. The chicken biscuits were both excellent - juicy chicken, maple butter for a touch of sweetness, and the biscuits themselves were crusty, dense, crumbly, and a nice change of pace from the typical fluffy version at most restaurants. I would like to try and replicate their recipe because they really were the stars of the show. I was also happy that they had sausage patties instead of links. Sausage links are just so annoying. Again, since you bus you own table, due to space limitations, it was a slight cluster again taking our trays into the back counter of the restaurant. I think an improvement would be having a bussing/trash station outside where it's a bit more roomy. The patio is clutch. It's fairly large and has all sorts of seating, whether at small tables or long benches. I could see it becoming a place where people tend to park themselves for a bit of time. A solid 3.5. But because I am a math guy I know that you round up anything .50-.99, so.. let's go with a 4. A nice alternative to the long lines at Bongo Room and a nice pitstop on the way to/from Andersonville. I am certain it will be a part of the rotating line up of neighborhood frequents. read more

Dollop Diner - Chicken biscuit (7$) and side of sausage (3$) on patio! - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

We really wanted to like this place but were sorely disappointed. First of all, as others have noted, it's not a diner. You order at the counter, which was backed up and had a line, and then get a buzzer to pick up your food when it's ready. We were given coffee in paper cups and plastic cups for the self-serve water. You have to get everything, including ketchup, salt, pepper, napkins, silverware, yourself. We ordered two small coffees, a side of eggs with a side of sausage (they don't have just an egg platter on the menu so it's a la carte) and a breakfast sandwich with bacon. After waiting for over 15 minutes, our food was ready, and it was underwhelming at best. The breakfast sandwich ($7.50) had one egg, which is fine, but the roll was too large, and there was less than one piece of bacon on it. It tasted like a spicy mayo sandwich with some hints of egg and bacon flavors. The food has no presentation, no sides or garnish, it's just on a tray or in a basket with wax paper underneath. The prices are much too high for the portions, and the cafeteria style doesn't match up with the name/design of the place. Probably won't return unless they lean on the actual diner side more - wait staff, coffee in mugs with refills, better potion sizes. Otherwise, there are many better places in Andersonville. read more

Dollop Diner - The breakfast sandwich with bacon. For $7.50 I'd expect more than half of one slice of bacon. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Let me start this off by saying, the food is good especially the bfast and the chicken sandwich. I also love they serve beer. However, I've never felt more awkward on multiple occasions at this place. I don't know what i is, but they seem to mess up a lot. Even how they welcome you once you walk in can be down right rude depending on who it is. There is one particular server there in particular (female) who has been incredibly rude to me on multiple occasions. She makes it seem as if I'm a burden to be waited on. I can't imagine I'm the only one who has left feeling similar. Last time I left so mad, I almost called to complain. I hate to have to write this review, but it's right around the corner from where I live and I hope management reads this.. I've since stopped going to this location because it's not worth my time to feel awkward and not wanted. Cheers! Jimmy read more

I've never gotten any foods besides the biscuit with porcini gravy because it's what i first got when going there and simply can't imagine anything better than it. I'm sure their menu is jam-packed with all sorts of deliciousness, but man oh man is that biscuit and gravy to die for. The most buttery flaky biscuit you've ever had, cooked perfectly to reward you with a bit of a crunch as you bit into it while the gravy is a veritable umami bomb. I get the mocha occasionally, which is also great, and much more reasonably priced than somewhere like starbucks. read more

Dollop Diner is basically a coffee shop plus decent food. Overall vibe is relaxed and comfortable, but even with three tables and eight counter seats, the place fills up fast and the line is the same for coffee-only and food. Service is pretty quick, though, and it won't bust your wallet. And if it's nice out, the patio has many seats. Breakfast is served all day, but at 12:30, I wanted lunch, so I had the fried chicken sandwich for $8. It comes with potato salad or cole slaw, but I substituted salad greens for an extra $1 (I think such upcharges are silly, but the overall price was still affordable). Also tried the "old fashioned" doughnut, $2, which tasted more like a glazed biscuit (you know the dough that comes from a cardboard tube). It's not worth $2 and I wouldn't have it again for free. I'm inclined to come back for breakfast because the waffles and pancakes I spied looked good. It's nice to see more unfussy spots in Andersonville -- between a "destination brunch" place and Jimmy John's. read more

Dollop Diner - Salad greens, $5, or $1 to substitute for potato salad/cole slaw side. Greens, radish, sunflower seeds and a lemon vinaigrette. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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They have the best breakfast sandwich. It's amazing. I've tried half their menu and the breakfast sandwich is their best thing. Most of the stuff on their menu is good. Their worst thing is the potato salad. If you like bland, get the potato salad. Their slaw also lacks anything that would set it apart but the plain cabbage brings more than a plain potato. Tip: the tables in the back have the worst service. It's a long walk and the wait staff tends to get sucked into a conversation along the way. It's not an amazing setup if you want great service. However, if you want to be mostly left alone or if you want to steal condiments and dishes, sitting in the back is perfect. read more

We really liked Dollop Diner. We liked the counter service (cheaper if you don't have to tip a server), and the back patio is great. We ordered the chicken biscuit sandwich, breakfast sandwich (on a biscuit instead of the roll), side salad, hash browns, and coffee. The fried chicken on a biscuit was delicious; my boyfriend loved the breakfast sandwich, hash browns were crispy, and the salad was pretty good. The salad didn't have all that many ingredients, but I liked having something green and fresh amongst the fried food. I might not order it again, though, since it was $5 for a pretty small portion. My boyfriend said the coffee was a little weak compared to what he gets at other brunch places. He would prefer it to be a bit stronger. We will definitely be back to enjoy the patio this summer! read more

Dollop Diner - Side salad, hash browns, chicken biscuit, breakfast sandwich (recommend on biscuit instead of roll). All were delicious! - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Here's the rundown- The Good: The most important thing for me is food so I'll start there. I got the chicken and waffles and I'm going to be frank, this was the best I've ever had. The chicken was crunchy and juicy and the waffle was golden brown and topped with yummy maple butter. I also appreciated that the chicken was served deboned which makes the dish much easier to work with. The presentation was very nice, I didn't know chicken and waffles could be so pretty. Coffee was hot and came out fast. I like that. I went with my 3 year old niece and she devoured her blueberry pancakes and bacon. I tried to get her to share the bacon with me but that did not happen. The overall look of the place is very nice gives some retro vibes. We sat at the bar and my niece thoroughly enjoyed spinning in the swivel stool chairs. I also noticed that the interior has some nice wood furnishings which were aesthetically pleasing. Areas of improvement: I read some of the other reviews and I saw there are some logistical complaints about wait time, ordering, etc. Lucky for me, I went on a rainy day so I didn't experience this. That being said, I can agree that the place has some early kinks it needs to work out but that is fairly normal in a restaurant that just opened. Based on what I read and saw, my main recommendation is that they should get food runners/bussers (they ask for a tip at checkout so somethings gotta give). I will be back! read more

Dollop Diner - Dollop Diner Chicken and Waffles - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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I eat here regularly because it's near my house, cheaper than all the other restaurants in Andersonville, and it's not an awkward place to sit and eat alone. For me, the food is satisfactory but not incredible. There really isn't anything I absolutely adore here, but it all tastes good. You get a small portion for a small price, which is what I prefer. The environment is nice, pretty solid take on a modern diner/luncheonette. I like that it's not fast food, the portion size is right for one person (I don't like leftovers and I don't want to pay for a mountain of food I'm not going to eat), and virtually everything is under $10. I gotta say, if they ever raise their prices, I would stop eating here because really that's the draw for me. At a higher price point, there are better places to eat. So that being said, I hope they don't change because they are offering something no one else in the neighborhood does. read more

This place has generally good food but service is not good. Ordered breakfast & coffee through Uber today and they forgot the bacon. Tried calling them & now they're not answering the phone. They have forgotten things in a past order as well. When you spend $42.00 on an order you'd like to think they have the presence of mind to get it right and also answer their phone. read more

I was really optimistic about this cute little spot across the street from Foursided. I love this hood and have been glad to see the spread of great businesses move further up and down Clark Street. I went here with a couple of friends the other evening and it was really a letdown. Service was ok but a little spotty- seemed to me like their staff might need more training and experience on when to approach customers, when to clear, etc. The food was the most disappointing. Nothing was very good- several things were ok. The Butternut Squash Soup was truly bad. The onion rings were undercooked (onion was still really rawish/crunchy inside) It's a super cute space and environment, but they need a little improvement on the service and a major change to the food. read more

Loving this new addition to the Andersonville neighborhood. Dollop has a cute classic diner decor that is clean and polished. Come here if you want some serious throwback feels. My boyfriend and I stopped by for a quick breakfast before running to the airport for a flight. We're so glad that we stopped by. Chicken and Waffles - Recommend! The fried chicken is so juicy! The waffle is also light and airy which complements well with the fried chicken. Definitely one of the better chicken and waffle dishes I've had. I had no complaints on the service side either. The server split our Chicken and Waffle dish onto 2 plates without us even asking! There's some tough competition in the neighborhood with the other brunch spots, but Dollop measures up very well in my book! read more

Dollop Diner - Half serving of chicken and waffles. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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We want to support local businesses during the pandemic, so my bf and I decided to order breakfast to-go from here on a weekend morning in December. And honestly? The only acceptable part of our order was the coffee. My bf's experience was the worst part. He ordered the 2x2x2 special, which comes with pancakes, meat, and eggs. But his 2 pancakes were placed ON TOP of his sunnyside up eggs in the takeout containers, so the bottom pancake was a soggy mess of exploded egg yolk. I had the biscuit and gravy with an egg. The egg was cooked ok, but the diner gave me mushroom gravy instead of the sausage gravy I had requested. This portion (one small biscuit, one small plastic container of gravy) was also quite small for the price ($9). We used to love Dollop Diner but won't be back anytime soon, because this experience just sucked. read more

Awful experience, they had me wait 30 minutes for my sandwich, when it was already ready when I got there, because the employees can't be bothered to read. The sandwich was not good and over priced. Never going here again. read more

Cute place, discovered they have outdoor tables way in the back. Had an OK vegetarian omelette and was allowed to substitute potato salad for fried potatoes. Unfortunately the portion size was only about 1/3 what I expected. Came with nothing else, No toast no garnish. Bottomless coffee turned out to be two small cups, only, of not very good burned tasting coffee -- And this is a coffee bar. Server never asked if food was OK, never asked if I wanted to order anything else, such as another side or a pastry. So I didn't, although I would have. I will not hurry back read more