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    Ed Debevic's

    4.2 (508 reviews)
    Closed 8:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    Service with an attitude!
    Ray G.

    Ed Debevic's is known in Chicago for their sassy wait staff and fast food. They will intentionally attempt to hurt your feelings in a very funny way. They ridiculed my clothes and food choices throughout our visit, but I still had a great time. The food is okay taste-wise, as the atmosphere is the star of the show. If you're used to polite and professional weight staff, be prepared to have your feelings, hurt here , and have fun at the same time.

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    Keegan M.

    Peachy was fantastic, absolute queen, and a great (sassy) server. Vibes inside are refreshing and smooth with old diner ambiance. Food was everything you need in a classic American breakfast (so good we didn't get a chance for a picture before it was gone). And the price was super reasonable right off Michigan avenue! Would return! Thanks Peachy!

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    Joe B.

    5 stars for the epic experience, a Chicago staple for almost 40 years, the theatrics, the banter, makes this a family fun occasion, Just came for the nachos, and some shakes!!! Bubbles was the best served! Lively, energetic, and crass.

    Patricia R.

    EXCELLENT!! I stopped in to pick up my to-go order of biscuits while on vacation in Chicago, and what a great surprise this place was. I was greeted by an impeccably dressed chick from the 50's who had no time for me. She read me like the Tribune and dismissed me as if it was 3:00 on a Friday after a long week of school. I had no idea what I was walking into, as I had never heard of Debevic's, but was in the mood for biscuits. They were divine, by the way. Before long, a greaser showed up, and as with his lady friend, my presence was like a pebble in his shoe. These two made my day. They remained in character and had me cracking up. I wish we had an Ed Debevic's at home!

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    I'm a SoCal girly here in Chicago and I loved everything here at the restaurant from the service, to the food, and including my favorite THE BOTTOMLESS MIMOSAS. I had the most loving, attentive, shitty service from my girl Bubbles lol. Come with the mind set of you dinning at Breakfast Bitch, if you can't take the fun playful shit talking DONT COME HERE they spare no feelings.

    Sarah M.

    I came here in a whim with my husband because we were staying at a hotel around the Magnificent Mile. We didn't know anything about Ed Debevic's, but it was such a fun experience! The decor was really cool with that classic diner feel, and of course the servers are loud, rude, and obnoxious in the funniest of ways. We got to see their performances, which was hilarious. Food was good as well! I had the Tex mex skillet, which was really good. My husband and I also split the French toast (also good).

    WIZZY AND FAM

    WIZZY WAS AMAZING!!! food was great, atmosphere was hilarious, SPEEDY SERVICE, but most of all WIZZY made it too good!!! give WIZZY a raise please

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    Alyssa G.

    I haven't been to Ed Debevic's in a looooooong time so it was time to have the boyfriend and my teenage daughter experience it. It has been so long since I have been there, I wasn't even aware that they have moved, haha. I made a reservation on Tock, but we were eating at an "off" time so if we hadn't, I don't think the wait would have been too bad. What I remember about the place as a kid was that it was sassy with straws flying through the air and that they have the "World's Smallest Sundae." Both things are still true, although the straws now are biodegradable! For being sassy, our waiter was funny, not mean, and still communicated clearly around when he had to go and dance. He let us know that he had to go dance, but he would refill our drinks as soon as he was done. The menu was larger than I remember as a kid and I believe most, if not all, of our party of 5 was happy with their choices. I thought theme restaurants could either have good food OR be fun, but Ed Debevic's is BOTH! My burger was juicy and I was satiated with the portion. The crinkle fries were crispy and delicious. My only comment on the burger would be that the bun was a little dry, but overall, I was happy with my choices. The DJ looked like he was having the time of his life and I swear that every time I looked at him, he had a different hat on his head! The restaurant was clean. The chairs were a little close to the tables around us, but not the end of the world. Would I rush back there for a burger? No, there are plenty of places in Chicagoland to eat those, but I would be happy to take anyone that would want to experience it again!

    Rob F.

    Have to share my experience tonight-- I'm originally from Detroit but I love me some Chicago and I used to always bring friends here so they get this fun experience. Time has moved Eds from its original spot but this one is great! I want to thanks Eddie our server tonight for a great experience- I was a bit hesitant to bring my son who has autism to Ed Debevics because you never really know how they might take a joke, but my kid has a great sense of humor and it turned out to be a great memory made! Eddie was pretty quick to modulate and he "got it" situationally pretty quickly. Loved the food, had a club sandwich and my son had 2 hot dogs- think we misjudged the size because one would have been enough. The chocolate milk shake was phenomenal and my son loved the smallest sundae in the world- he loved the joke. Thanks Eddie you're great at what you do!

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    Greg R.

    We need a breakfast place this was close to our hotel. Little did I know it was going to be fun. Apparently they are known to be rude and sarcastic. Smokestack was our server and was great!! The food was hot and good! The biscuit was really good. They have good music playing. The music was not too loud. Price was reasonable. Highly recommend.

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    Was not overly impressed with the food. Server was funny, a little much, but that's the theme.

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    You're a cute little sundae!

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    Thanks for the review! Come visit us again soon!

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    Thanks for the sweet review! Glad to hear you liked us!

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    1 year ago

    Food was good not amazing and the price was great they made us laugh and it was a nice experience

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    So glad to hear you had a good time with us! Come back soon, losers!

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    The food was great the server Johnny benchwarmer was incredibly funny and charming. Great experience

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    Thanks for the sweet review! Come back soon!

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    We're glad ya had a great time!

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    2 years ago

    Food is great! And our pirate server Clammy was awesome. :) kids loved it... great addition after a day at the museum.

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    Thanks! Glad to hear you had a good time with us!

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    Thanks, Ashley! We can't wait to see ya' again!

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    2 years ago

    Axel is the man, he made the experience awesome and he was great with the kids. This is a fantastic classic ChiTown spot!

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    Fun place to get some good food. We left stuffed! Miss Kitty and Schmullen were great!

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    5 years ago

    Fun! Fun! Fun! After a week in the city for my husband's surgery it was nice to have some good food and a smile. At true treat for any age.

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    We're glad you guys had a great time & we hope to see you again soon!

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    Miss Kitty is skinny & pretty! Had a great time!! Great find for our weekend trip in Chicago.

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    All of what you said is correct in every way. Thank you.

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    Ask the Community - Ed Debevic's

    What is the "atomic mix?"

    If I remember right it's kind of like a pico. Onion, tomato, diced pepper.

    How is parking? We have a dinner reservation on Saturday and I'm kind of worried bec my mom can't walk far.?

    Does this place take reservations? We have a group of 9!

    Yes! They have an easy online system. Google Ed Debevics reservations.

    Is it teen friendly around 7:30pm?

    Check hours, I'm not sure what time they close,but it's always teen friendly

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