This is your standard diner with a breakfast and lunch menu providing you many food options. You are greeted by the servers and they'll have you pick your table. The service is fast, our water and food came out fairly quick! However, the quality of the food itself lacks a lot of flavor. The steak skillet I had simply had the egg, hash brown, cheese, and vegetables cooked and put together. I had to add a lot of salt and pepper, but you do get what you pay for. read more

Fullerton Restaurant - Diners Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

We stumbled upon this diner randomly after trying to go to a cafe nearby that was way too crowded. This place was fantastic!! The diner ambiance was straight out of the 90s with booths. I got the chorizo sausage skillet and it was amazing! So much food with the pancakes being included. This will now be my go to diner spot. Prices were very reasonable for a breakfest spot. My meat loaded skillet was 14.99. read more

Fullerton Restaurant - Skillets and pancakes - Diners Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Does the Fullerton Restaurant serve the best possible food in town? What? At these low prices?? No way! But if you're looking for your best bet for a great, relaxing, classic diner in Chicago for a hearty breakfast, look no further! I've lived in Chicago for decades, and the Fullerton is a place I return to again and again, especially with friends, especially with large groups. So, go there, and then go back again with friends or a group! And say hello to Nora for me. :-) read more

Old school diner that's a favorite with The Blunch gang. Friendly waitresses who are always coming by with the coffee pot. BTW the pancake sandwich is on the menu! read more

Fullerton Restaurant - Pancake Sandwich - Diners Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Fullerton Restaurant is a diner located on the northwest corner of Fullerton and Western. The interior has the look and feel of a diner, with a bunch of booths and a small counter with stools setup. There is a back room that is apparently reserved for larger dining groups that would not fit at a standard booth. My love and I dined here on a recent Saturday afternoon. There was a decent number of customers, but we were happy that no other customers were really close to us during our mealtime. The service was prompt and courteous. The menu is thick with lots of food options, many of which you would expect at a diner. I ordered a reuben sandwich and my love went with a bacon burger. For a slight upcharge (looked like a dollar to $1.50 depending on the menu item) you can make your meal deluxe by adding on a cup of soup and a side of fries which is a pretty decent deal. The reuben was tasty, but the star of the plate was the creamy side of thousand island dressing that I used to dip everything, including the steak fries. The pickle spear was crispy if you like that sort of thing. My love enjoyed her burger and fries. Both of us were full after enjoying our lunch at the Fullerton Restaurant. read more

Fullerton restaurant is known to historically be a family own establishment that serves the community with home style diner food that feeds the stomach. This diner is your standard diner with window seating and run down carpet, black coffee and nice servers. I order the huevos rancheros dish and it was only $10.95 which is super affordable. While I didn't take a photo there was a mountain of Mexican rice paired with two tostada like entrees filled with salsa eggs and beans. Very filling but I would've liked my tortilla on the side. I definitely plan to return and try other dishes. read more

Had the juiciest chopped steak and delicious mashed potatoes. Great menu. Good portions. read more

Fullerton Restaurant - Chopped steak with onions and mushrooms, corn and mashed potatoes and gravy. - Diners Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

The place is cute, food wasn't bad, but the pricing was so unprofessional. We ordered about $60 bucks total of food, but our bill was $85 roughly. We asked for explanation, and they said the prices increased due to a sign on the door (that's been there for 6 months apparently). So at this point, the price could've been anything they want (see photo). So all in all, they made up prices, said the menus are old, and didn't really seem to have a clear price point on anything. Had a great time up until the bill, will not be going back. read more

Fullerton Restaurant - The confusing price sign that's vague. - Diners Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Breakfast staples at a no-frills diner. We've wanted to try this place for a million years, every time we'd drive by we'd comment that we needed to try. It's very basic, and very delicious. The service was really wonderful. read more

Food was great! Service was awesome. Windows are so huge and the nice sun rays were warming me up as I enjoyed my meal. Something fast and quick before heading back to work. read more

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Great spot for run of the mill diner food. The sausages are encased which Is how I like it. The eggs are done just right every time. If you're looking for that old school diner food with old school diner feel, this is the spot! Don't come here and complain it's not your typical brunch spot, it's clean enough, and good enough. Great breakfast, lunch items are ok, definitely boomer geared lunch items which are always a familiar and welcomed nostalgia since I have boomer parents. You've got your brown gravys and steamed veggies and such. Get: typical breakfast food Skip: They offer eggs benedict, but definitely skip it. stick to the classics, this isn't the place to get fancy. Suggestion: Don't come here unless you like that diner feeling. DO come here if that's exactly your jam. read more

Fullerton Restaurant - Diners Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

They updated the menu. Same variety and still affordable. Friendly service. Sometimes it gets busy, but you can always get a table. read more

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The french fries and the coffee were both bad, like I wondered if something was wrong with the coffee. The fries were more just bland. The cream of chicken soup was like it came out of a can. Tuna was also bland. Pancakes were what you'd get at any diner. But you got a lot of food for what you paid for, wait staff were polite and fairly attentive. Still I probably won't be back. read more

Great food and great prices. Went there with my husband and FIL for breakfast. Fast service and quiet restaurant.

I would be doing this neighborhood gem a disservice if I didn't take the time to right the glowing Yelp review it deserves!!!!! Comforting, delicious diner food is super cheap. Staff is super friendly and helpful. You can definitely come here and get yourself a full-ass breakfast for less than $10. I recommend getting the chorizo here if you want to try something other than sausage or bacon with your eggs. Fullerton restaurant, may you live forever read more

Fullerton Restaurant - This + coffee was less than $8 :) - Diners Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

No nonsense Chicago diner. Food arrived hot and fresh. Looks like they have a lot of regulars. Is definitely go back. This kind of diner is a dying breed. Waitress was busy but she gave good service. read more

Nice atmosphere with great service and the food is well prepared only every time I order either a Denver omelette or a BLT deluxe. And the menu has many choices. The restaurant is kinda like the one in Seinfeld! read more

All my life I thought this was a dental office or some. Windows are always blocked by red curtains, and I just recently realized this was a restaurant. It is very good, though! Classic American breakfast and hospitality. Very affordable too, at $6.00-$10.00 range for eggs, bacon and hash. read more

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Super cute diner, decent diner food, fantastic service and a family atmosphere. A little pricey for a diner, but prices are affecting everything right now so don't feel it's overpriced at all. read more

We love the Fullerton! We are here every other week for breakfast or lunch. The ladies are amazing and always remember our favorites! The food is consistently good and unbeatable prices for dining out. This was my first time having their chix salad sandwich and it was delish! The patty melt is always a favorite too. read more

Fullerton Restaurant - Chicken salad sandwich - Diners Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Food was great, exactly what you want for breakfast. Atmosphere left a little to be desired, but the staff were excellent

It's a diner not really a restaurant- you know the difference. What makes someplace a good diner is far different than what makes it a good restaurant. This is a good diner. In fact, based on the few breakfasts I've had there, I'd say it's a great diner. The atmosphere consists of small booths and counter space. The view out the window onto Western Avenue can provide some good entertainment over your coffee and scrambled eggs. The breakfast options are plentiful and everything is tasty. Plus, the times I've ordered eggs over easy? They came out over easy not cooked rock solid. Someone is paying attention back there. I like that!! And it's so cheap!! Unheard of pricing for tons of food. You won't leave here hungry. And the service has always been attentive and friendly. Sure, it may not look inviting from the street and I can understand your skepticism. But you're missing out if you don't venture in. I know I'll keep going back. read more

Fullerton Restaurant - 2 perfect eggs, bacon, hash browns, raisin toast. $4.95. Boom. - Diners Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

THE BEST DINER IN LOGAN SQUARE!!!! I had the pleasure of having a very delicious, early morning breakfast yesterday at this wonderful restaurant. Nora, our server, was very friendly, professional, and efficient. The food and coffee were top notch, and more importantly, as we all know, the restaurant was immaculately clean!!!! A telltale sign of the care and appearance by the owners and staff. Thank you very much....m read more

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This is the best diner in Chicago. The waitress knows everybody who eats here, it's clean, cheap, friendly and the menu is a succinct one page, front and back. The food is delicious and generously served. This is a perfect restaurant for the non-yuppies (what few are left) in Bucktown. I'm sad it took me seven years to find this place. Bonus: they serve a $5 waffle. Why is this otherwise impossible to find in Chicago? read more

Fullerton Restaurant - $5 Waffle + $1 Blueberry Toppings. Why can't every diner serve this? - Diners Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

The staff is friendly (if you are) and the food is good and delivered with a wink. If you're looking for something fancy, this isn't your place. This is a restaurant where every other table is filled with regulars and locals that perhaps had too much to drink the night before. And me, of course, who lives around the corner and likes an endless cup of coffee and service with a smile. Fullerton Restaurant is a-okay in my book. read more

Fullerton Restaurant - Diners Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Hands down the best diner in the area. Amazingly friendly service, cool regulars and well priced tasty food. Definitely the best sandwiches at any spot in Logan/Bucktown. Used to be a regular at Cozy Corner but the food here is twice as good at half the price. read more

Fullerton Restaurant - Club Sandwich - Diners Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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We have been coming here for years. Love the staff, the food (the french fries are always perfect) and have never had a bad meal. I am thrilled and so relieved that they found a way to stay open and survive the pandemic. Good food, good service - what more can you ask for? read more

Great neighborhood diner. The staff is so friendly and accommodating. This is definitely our "go to" spot for breakfast. Can't beat their ham off the bone, but anything on the breakfast menu is good and their lunches are also worth the visit. Probably the best breakfast prices around! read more

woke up this morning with the biggest hankering for B&G and this place made my dreams come true and more! cannot believe i have lived 3 mins away and have never stopped in. what a gem. never change pleaseeee. service is super attentive and lovely as well. will def be back to relax with my computer, the ambiance is super sweet and welcoming. reminds me of sweet spots back home in kansas yeehaw read more

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The Fullerton is one of my favorite places. Great food. Friendly staff, very attentive. I will go there forever!

If your looking for comfort and affordable, with good portions you came to the right place. The waitresses are friendly and the food is quite tasty. Oh by the way, Did i mention they have free wi-fi!!! They're open on holidays. Usually 6a.m. -2 p.m. They have great $6.95 Daily Dinner specials & $4.99 Window Breakfast & Lunch Specials well it doesn't hurt to give a try... hope you enjoy it as muc as i did! read more

Irish skillet was delicious added a side of Avocado! Service was good and friendly ! Will be going back

Since this is a diner-kinda place, I was leaning towards ordering breakfast. I mean, generally you can't go wrong with b-fast food at a diner, right? But I saw a chicken Caesar salad on the menu, and somehow got it into my head that's what I wanted. I was prepared for a kinda sad salad. After all... it's a diner. Maybe some iceberg lettuce, maybe one slice of tomato, right? Well surprise, surprise, it was actually a humongous salad (possibly enough for 2 people!) with slices of 2 full tomatoes, a giant mound of romaine, (not only iceberg), pretty darn tasty (and decent textured) crispy chicken, fried croutons, and creamy Caesar dressing. I was pleasantly surprised, extraordinarily full, and I agree with some other folks -- knowing we wouldn't have to wait as long to be seated as Cozy Corner was a plus. This place is quite fine by me! read more

Although I have a friend who swears their cheeseburgers are the best here, I usually stick to breakfast. They are just greasy enough to help kill off the remnants of any hangover you may have acquired the night before. I especially like the hash browns here. Fairly inexpensive and well done and they are always happy to prepare orders for takeout. Service is much faster at the counter than at tables. They keep your coffee mug refilled all the time and offer refills on soda. Standard diner food, but they recently have added dinner hours and some Korean options (the owners are Korean) that I have yet to try. In all honesty, this is really a 2-3 star place, but I'm giving them 4 because they have a nice staff, are family owned and cheap - every neighborhood should have one of these. read more

Had lunch here recently, and was unfortunately disappointed with this place. It's ironic my experience was so similar to Jillian's, getting pecan pancakes here that I didn't care for. However they prepare pancakes here(not sure if it's the way the pancake batter is made here or what), the ones served here fell apart too much for my standards. And this is coming from someone who's been to other diners that've done excellent jobs of preparing pancakes. At least the prices are very fair, and the server I had here was decent. I'd be open to giving this place another chance, but would probably hit up Golden Nugget the next time I wanted to hit a diner in this area instead, despite it being pricier. Finally, I remember overhearing the ownership recently changed, so I hope that doesn't mean the end of the Korean items that I saw were on the menu here, and read about in past reviews. read more

I love diner breakfasts and LOVE that these guys are so close to me! My boyfriend found them after the gym recently and we can't get enough. The food is amazing and the portions are massive!! You leave feeling full and happy. Highly suggest! read more

It's a diner and nothing else. The decor hasnt changed in 25 years. The waitresses were awesome and friendly and came to my attention right away when the second half of my grilled cheese was missing most of the cheese. i think it was processed cheese though so ewwwww..this is a reason why they only get 3 stars but what do you expect at a little diner? I really loved that we were given a carafe of iced tea. They must have seen my boyfriend coming because he always gets about 3 refills so the carafe really saves them a few trips to the table. p.s. $4.99 special for grilled cheese and a cup of soup. A perfect meal when youre broke on a cold, rainy day. read more

Wanted to try a new place and was in the area. I ordered a skirt steak and scrambled eggs as I do at all my breakfast establishments, a friend accompanied me and had the pork chops and eggs over easy. I could not believe how dry EVERYTHING was. All the salt and pepper in the world couldn't help the eggs, and both the steak and the pork chops, absolutely tasteless! It wouldn't hurt to put a lil seasoning on there folk's.. And don't even get me started on the liquid crap they call coffee..yuck. If it wasn't for the waitress, who seemed to be out of her element trying really hard to be a sweet server, calling me sweetie every 5 seconds, this place would've gotten 1 star.. With other breakfast options nearby, i won't be coming back to this one. Thanks, but no thanks. read more

The absolute best in the neighborhood! When comparing to other places, this restaurant sits at top when it comes to prices. Great portions for what you pay. Friendly staff and great environment. Highly suggest if you want to eat good and save money! read more

This is no epic dining experience - you will not be telling your children stories about the life-changing omelet or the truffle oil garlic purple potatoes that you once ate here. Its a greasy spoon diner. Not an immitation greasy spoon concept diner that some culinary school grad opened after working in gourmet restaurants and then realizing that they really just want to make traditional dishes. No frills, no gimmicks, nothing gussied-up - just grease and spoons. Cheap food that doesn't suck. You leave full. Diner coffee that tastes good for diner coffee. Friendly staff. Never any wait. It's the cozy dive bar of breakfast establishments. As a greasy-spoon diner connoisseur - Fullerton does it well read more