I work remotely for a company out of state, but two of my colleagues were in town for a conference…read moreat one of the many O'Hare/Rosemont area hotels. They asked if I wanted to meet for breakfast, and so after looking up the options close to their hotel (which was surprisingly limited), I stumbled upon Elly's. After looking at Yelp reviews, it seemed like a great option and would be easy for them to Uber to. And it was a great choice. We ordered coffee, which they promptly refilled multiple times for us, and then two of us got the crepes with either strawberries or blueberries on top, and the other got one of the omlettes. The crepes were extremely good. Portions are great and prices are reasonable given the amount of food. The staff was friendly at 6:45 in the morning (they were way more awake than I was) No photos of the food because it was my first time meeting one of my colleagues IRL (and only the second time meeting the other) and I didn't want to be weird haha. But trust me that the food looked great. I took my leftovers home to my parents' house (because I was visiting them afterward). I let my dad have them because I knew they wouldn't survive the extra 90 minutes back to my house when I was done with my visit. He told me later he put vanilla ice cream on them and they were delicious, so they held up well in the 45 minutes it took me to get from Elly's to their house, and being reheated later in the day. I'd definitely go back anytime coworkers are at a conference and want to meet up (which is surprisingly often. Perks of living near a hub!)

I've been to Elly's before (definitely the one in Jefferson Park, possibly this one too) but it's…read morebeen more than five years since. I don't remember it being this bad but... now I know, I guess. Food was not great. The pancakes were kind of--well, gummy is the word that springs to mind. Not pleasant to eat, at any rate. The omelet I ordered, the Southwestern Omelet I think, was ok. It was a bit thin, but maybe that's just because there were a lot of ingredients in it. The "Homemade" lemonade tasted like it was fountain lemonade. I left half of it, and the half that was consumed was mostly because my child wanted some. That was especially disappointing, because I don't order lemonade at restaurants unless it's not Minute Maid because that stuff is awful--and if Elly's truly has homemade lemonade, they should be embarrassed that it tastes identical to what Coke sells. I don't usually eat everything when I go out for breakfast and am happy to take half home for another breakfast, but I didn't want to take any of this home with me. I will say that they're fast--we were here less than an hour. I think it took fewer than 15 minutes from the time we were seated to when we got our meal, and we didn't order immediately upon being seated. We went on Saturday round 9:45 a.m. and it was half empty, though it was Easter weekend so I'm not sure if that had any impact.

Great lively place for brunch! We could have sat outside on the patio but opted for the indoor…read morespace. Our server was very attentive and patient as my partner ended up ordering the biscuits n gravy(my fav) so I went and checked out the lunch side of the menu and found a Monte Cristo..mmm with a side of sweet potato waffle fries ($2 xtra) I saw a sweet case when we walked in and wanted to try the cute little chocolate topped treat. I was a Greek sweet. They make some items in house and others the source from local places. All in all, it was a delicious and delightful dining experience this Saturday at Noon. We will be back to try other items on their GIANT menu.

Loved this spot in Jefferson Park! The food was really good, and I recommend the Chicken and…read moreWaffles, Crème Brûlée French Toast, and La Mexicana. My favorite was the Chicken and Waffles because the sauce paired so well with the breaded chicken. Service was great considering how busy it was on a Saturday morning. Our waitress gave thoughtful suggestions and was very kind. I also loved the natural light in the space, it was such an amazing start to my day! I would recommend this place to anyone looking for a good brunch spot in Jefferson Park!

Great food- honey mustard pecan salad a standout. Sandwiches are big and perfect. Juices are…read moreoutstanding! Good service. Decent prices for the portions.

First time and at this location and had a nice brunch. It was a very busy brunch on Saturday but it…read moreis expected. I joined waitlist ahead of time so didn't have much wait. The waiting area is rather small and it was a cold day out. Food came out much quicker than anticipated. Being such a full house, I thought it would take long, but it did not. However, the server seemed to have tables in different sections so it took awhile for us to get her attention if we needed something. She did not check on us. Host was very friendly. Overall, great experience and I'd return.

My husband and I recently visited for the first time with his parents, and we absolutely loved it…read more My in-laws come here often since they live nearby, so when we were in the area, we decided to finally give it a try. (Sorry, no pictures this time! I was enjoying my food so much that I completely forgot.) The ambiance is welcoming, bright, and modern, and the restaurant is much larger than I expected. Everything was clean, and our waitress was friendly and attentive throughout our visit. I ordered the Lox Plate, and it was outstanding. The salmon had the perfect texture and seasoning, the cucumbers and bagel were fresh, and all of the flavors paired together beautifully. I love seeing lox on a menu, but many restaurants either don't do it well or serve portions that are too small. Here, everything was spot on, and the portion was generous enough that I left completely satisfied. Everyone in our group enjoyed their meal, and my husband and I have already said we'll be back very soon. This restaurant is a fantastic addition to the neighborhood, especially since there aren't many local breakfast spots nearby that aren't part of a chain. Highly recommend!

My friend and I are always looking for brunch places that are midway between us and stumbled upon…read more5800 N. The website doesn't really do the menu justice, it's kind of hard to read. That said, there are so many options, particularly for this vegetarian and egg hater. Pro tip: Make a reservation! The place had a solid wait from the time we arrived until we left. Service was ok, spotty at bits, but I also attribute it to the place being busy. We had to ask a second time for some missing items. To eat, I got the berry crepes and a side of hash browns with cheese. My friend got the eggs Benedict with a side of pancakes. The crepes were very good, but I preferred the bites without the berry mascarpone filling. The side of pancakes my friend got was huge, this would be plenty as a main. They are very good at accommodating larger parties, but do wait to seat you until your party is all there.

Go. Don't even hesitate. Oh my god. My friends and I needed a pick me up after a long night and…read morethis was exactly what we needed. The atmosphere was so cozy on a rainy day. I got a horchata latte that was so cinnamon-y and good. The service was excellent even though it was packed in there and the FOOD. THE FOOD. IS. CRAZY. THE FOOD IS INSANE. I don't know why this place only has 4.5 stars. I don't know what's going on. I got the chicken and waffles and it put me in a coma. I can't wait to eat here for the rest of my life. I didn't even know this place was here. I think I died and went to heaven. (They put hot honey chive butter on the chicken idk what's goin on this was the best thing I've ever eaten.)

Had a great brunch experience! The food was delicious, high quality, and definitely filling…read more Customer service is very important to me, and Jenrey truly stood out with how friendly, attentive, and welcoming he was throughout the entire visit. Especially today on my birthday, he went the extra mile to make me feel special and taken care of. Great food and even better service -- I'll definitely be back!

There are several of these locations around the Chicago area. We made plans to be here at open…read moreafter getting popped the day before at another breakfast place considered a local chain. Parked in front at 7:15 and walked in - was pretty dead on a Saturday. Sat at a table in the front windows and ordered a coffee and an apple juice. Waiter was very nice - decor reminded me of a Cracker Barrel style - and with a small bar it's obvious they do more than just breakfast like their name implies. Ordered a breakfast burrito which comes with skillet potatoes. I liked the flavor of those. The burrito was great - egg, chorizo, avocado, and cheese. We split pancakes as well which were good and came with berries and cream. Really liked it here - the locations are 10-20min away from central CHI but the drive is worth it.

This place was good. Pretty standard. Liked the decor and the bathroom. not busy at all. If I could…read morego back I would try to split items and share them. its always so much food at breakfast.

I stopped at Elia Cafe after my workout at the gym next door during my trip to the Chicago area…read more The space has lots of natural lighting, and even though I went without a reservation, I was able to be seated quickly. Alondra my server was friendly and attentive, and gave great recommendations on my dishes. Since I just had had an intensive workout, I was craving protein. They have a very delicious wagyu (medium well) and egg dish with fruits & fresh greens I really enjoyed, and powered me thru my post-workout as well as my afternoon flight back from O'Hare. The complementary sourdough toast that came with the wagyu. The date french toast I ordered dessert - yummy and filling, served with fresh berries, was a much enjoyed sweet tooth plus I had enough to go.

I've been curious about the new hot spot in Park Ridge, and today the stars lined up for us to…read morevisit. The place is hopping for sure. It is an incredibly inviting space; very clean, very bright, and I love all the plants decorating the place to give it a bath of warmth when it could otherwise be cold and sterile. It was just me and my kiddo and we ordered a lot. She is a huge fan of pancakes so that's what she got, and I got the fig frittata. We also got the havarti hash, because it sounded really good, and it didn't disappoint. I'm not sure if I've had a frittata or omelet that is like this, with such a strong sweet profile with the savory. It was interesting. I added sausage too and it was pretty good. The hot chocolate was tasty, and they have quite a few beverage options from mimosas to juices to lattes as you might expect. I'd thought this maybe was just a juice bar with some pastries but I was mistaken. They have a full, albeit small, menu, with impressive dishes and beautiful presentation. They also have had several fundraisers in the short time they've been open. Parking is good. The parking lot *beneath* the surface lot is actually public parking, not just for the condos as I once thought. There's also public parking across the street by the library and street parking along the Northwest Highway side of the restaurant.

What a pleasant surprise to find such a great family restaurant in Norridge ( a bit outside…read moreChicago)! We were looking for a gathering for an Easter dinner ( a the midpoint for some family coming from burbs) and I was blown away by everything . The food portions were massive and filling . Service was great ! They have huge banquet halls for large groups and it was busy that day!. Our menu was Easter focused but some of the same things are on the regular menu . I had a delicious ham steak. Not out here this often but would absolutely come back #familystyle #chicago

First time at The Blossom Cafe & what a delightful experience! Fantastic place for large family…read moregatherings. Love that they had Easter specials and everyone could order à la carte, even including from the regular menu. The freshly baked warm bread delivered to the table had super spreadable butter. Every entrée came with a soup or salad, I agree with the recommendation to upgrade to French onion soup. The leg of lamb special was super tender. They definitely know how to do their sides well, from the fresh made mashed potatoes, to the chunky, steamed vegetables. I had enough for a full meal in leftovers afterwards! Despite being busy during the holidays, service was very attentive, and we felt very well taken care of.