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    Honeybear Cafe

    4.4 (953 reviews)
    Open 7:30 am - 2:30 pm
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    What's the vibe?
    Casual
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    Outdoor seating
    Good for kids

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    Tamia L.

    I was really hoping this was going to be great spot as seen on IG. Reservations: A must Parking: A challenge. Portions: Very large for one person so think twice about sharing and ask questions. Service : Jenn was so personable, patient, attentive and just great! Wait time: barely more than 15 mins or so before our plates landed on the table.. it was a packed house too! Complimentary cheesecake bites... bonus!!! Fee to use a card: Not a fan. Drinks: Earl grey tea and Cookie Biscoff latte.. both were truly amazing! Strawberry French Toast, linked turkey sausage and over medium eggs - my mom said the FT were so light and moist..odd but her words.. she devoured all of it. She loved the turkey sausage. Me - Sugar & Spice Waffle Sammie .. yep I just knew a twist on my favorite breakfast meal chicken n waffles was going to be slammin.. my tummy didn't agree AT ALL! First thing, I asked about the eggs being real cracked scrambled eggs.. they weren't. My potatoes were cooked too long and not warm. I think they're freezer cooked as well. The waffles were definitely sugary .. in a good way. The actual star.. the chicken.. it was in the mid, just ok.

    Donna L.

    They are really efficient in this place from making reservations to check in to ordering to table service. Everything is on point. The teas options are so good but a little sad they don't have the options in stock for purchase. The place inside is so lively and beautiful. The vibes are a whole scene by itself. Ashlyn was so pleased and helpful. Such an amazing spirit. A variety of food options. They don't sell alcoholic beverages but they they are a breakfast brunch spot. I can't wait to go back.

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    Sheena J.

    Omg everything we ate was phenomenal! We had a 2.0 flight of French toast, a bacado benny, catfish and grits, a French toast flight 1.0, and kids pancakes. Every single thing was beyond delicious. Service was great and the food came out so quickly.

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    Jeruby M.

    Honestly I see why this place gets so much hype, it is REALLY good. I wish I had more of a sweet tooth when I came because they had so many dessert breakfast options I couldnt pick any so I picked none :(. I did order this coconut latte (pictured) and it wasnt sweet but it was still very very good. I also ordered a skillet w chorizo and I could not finish it but it was STILL good the next day. If you were hesitant about going or the long line scared you, go anyway! the wait is not bad at all and the vibes inside are amazing! AND the food is good!

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    Briana C.

    Honeybear Cafe was a great recommendation from a friend! I would highly suggest making a reservation for the way could be long. We had a hour and fifteen min wait and was seated around 45-50 min. Not bad for us to be walk-INS. We so received the option to sit on the patio which was great. They staff was very friendly and the food came out very quickly! The portion sizes are LARGE! You will for sure leave with left overs! Everything was well seasoned and tasted amazing! This restaurant was on of our favorites on this trip!

    Monica T.

    We found Honeybear Cafe from TikTok reviews and it definitely lived up to the hype. Everything was amazing from the food to the service. Our server Amy was so friendly and made sure we were happy with everything the entire time. We had a reservation and only waited about 5 minutes to be seated. The pancake flight was a highlight, and the fried catfish and grits with shrimp added were perfectly cooked and full of flavor. Portions were huge, which worked out because we wanted to try a little of everything. Food presentation and taste were easily a 10/10. Another great experience during our first trip to Chicago.

    Jennette R.

    Amazing!!!! Hard to find parking but it does not matter once you get inside. The food is amazing! I had the french toast sampler and could have shared with atleast 2 people. The menu has options for everyone. Our server Kat was so sweet and kind. Very busy even on a Wednesday but we did not have to wait for a table. I am generally not about non-canned cornbeef hash (home made) but Honeybear's was so delicious! The corned beef was so tender. Served with potatoes, green peppers and onions. I cant wait to visit again.

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    Amalia H.

    The atmosphere is cozy and happy. The servers were beyond nice and the food is amazing and portions are huge

    Gene L.

    Good food and service . Portion size is huge. It was just too crowded in there! But overall good first experience !

    Biscuits and Gravy
    Ben K.

    Tons of social media buzz brought us out-of-towners to Honeybear Cafe on a long weekend trip through Chicago! Street parking available on nearby and adjacent streets. The space itself is lively, bright, and welcoming...perfectly decorated for spring with pastels, bunnies, and flowers. You can't help but be happy inside here, even as it poured rain outside :) Our server was INCREDIBLY friendly and helpful, as the menu is GIGANTIC. The place was packed with people, but service kept up and food arrived efficiently! Now, we just suffered from simply ordering the wrong menu items, unfortunately! The Biscuits and Gravy was a decent portion, but the biscuit was dry and bready, without enough gravy to keep it going. I also can't stand when restaurants call a dish a "Skillet" and then don't serve it in a skillet...just call it a bowl. The Sloppy Skillet also missed the mark, with just blah ingredients. But the French Toast and Waffles that passed our table looked EXCELLENT and the Breakfast Quesadillas were larger than their plate!! Given the myriad of breakfast places in Chicago, we won't be rushing to return, but if you are into fancy French Toast or HUGE servings, I'd definitely recommend checking this place out.

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    Elvylene Y.

    Tried this place for brunch on a weekday and it was packed! Thankfully, the host was quite efficient and texted us that our table was ready after a short wait. Menu is pretty extensive leaning towards breakfast although they also have sandwiches. I ordered their bayou dish and my husband had their biscuits and gravy with a side of bacon. The food came out really quickly and the portions are huge! I enjoyed my bayou dish with the andouille sausage and hash browns (they know how to make them) and pancakes. I enjoyed the pancakes as well as they are more on the fluffy side and not thick/dense. The biscuit and grits are what you would expect but I especially liked the bacon (thick). Nice ambiance, lots of friendly servers and they even give you two small pieces of what looks like cheesecake. Price wise, a bit on the higher end but for the portion sizes, well worth it. Ample street parking available. Overall, a good recommendation from the Yelp community which I would also concur.

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    Kelsey R.

    What is left to say about Honeybear? This is THE Chicago brunch spot. The decor is always over the top. The portions are enormous (truly, we get at least 3-4 meals out of each entree), service is top tier, and the food is great. Prices are reasonable considering you'll be eating the leftovers for three days. If you're going on a weekend, come at opening, make a reservation or be prepared to wait.

    French toast flight , Biscuits and chicken Chorizo Gravy
    Rima S.

    Came at 8:30 Sunday and no wait. Seems to get crowded towards 9-10. But I will say- I thought it would be overhyped and it's well worth the hype. For a busy restaurant the food comes fast, portions big, servers are so nice, and Very kid friendly. 10/10 would come again

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    18 days ago

    Food was delicious and affordable. Service was great. They have good gluten free options. I will definitely be back.

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    Amazing food and service! Great ambience albeit a little loud. Super crowded and long waits if you don't have a reservation.

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    Whenever we visit my son at Notthwestern, this place is a MUST! Amazing food and service. Truly a gem.

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    Ask the Community - Honeybear Cafe

    Is there a fee for BYOB?

    No. They will even mix drinks for you.

    Is it BYOB?

    Yes!

    Is street parking tough?

    Not as tough as a Wrigleyville night game..

    Do they have gluten free options?

    Yes!

    Do they take reservations?

    Yes

    What's parking like?

    Street parking ONLY.

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