Extensive menu and good portions! Servers checked on us often as did the other waitstaff. Complimentary cheesecake bites. I really enjoyed the cozy vibes and delicious strawberry French toast. read more

Ambiance goals, bathroom woes, and sugar highs -- here's the scoop! I'm glad I had the foresight to make a reservation a week in advance because even on a Monday at 1 PM, this place had a wait. That should tell you something! Let's start with the ambiance: 10/10. The floral touches and quirky, kitschy artwork made it feel like brunching inside a Pinterest board. Super cute and cozy without trying too hard. Now, the ladies' room... whew. Gotta knock some points here. While it was clean, it's giving 2/10. Definitely overdue for a glow-up. It's like the vibes stop at the restroom door. The menu is a beast -- like, dangerously close to Cheesecake Factory-level big. Everything sounded so good I almost needed a game show lifeline to decide. IMO, it's a tad too big, but hey, variety is the spice of life. I started with the tiramisu marshmallow latte -- a little too sweet for me, but still really tasty. Dessert in a cup, if that's your thing! We ordered the Paddy & Achilles skillets, upgraded to the Rogers Park Extreme, plus the tres leches French toast. Both skillets were solid, but the French toast upgrade stole my heart. The tres leches version was too sweet for me (sweet theme here, huh?) but my husband devoured it, so clearly it's a hit if you've got a sweet tooth. Service was on the slower side, but they were busy, so I get it. That said, a couple hiccups: I asked for my eggs over medium and got sunny side up, and our tres leches French toast showed up as the regular version. I didn't bother sending the eggs back because I'm not into that kind of drama before 2 PM, but we did have to wait a while for the correct French toast redo. Final verdict: 3.5 out of 5 -- but since Yelp won't let me do a half star, I'm rounding down to 3 stars today. Would I come back? Probably, especially if they freshen up the bathroom and streamline the menu just a tad. read more

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YUM!! Definitely worth the hype! We were in town for a few days and decided to hit up the popular place in town. It was delicious!! Our server was also sooo helpful with recommendations and everything! What a neat place too with all of the decorations! read more

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I put off going to Honeybear for a long time because I don't want to wait in line for breakfast, like, ever. And I'm always suspicious of super trendy places. Pro-tip: Go shortly after opening on a weekday. All of the goodness, none of the crowds. In a quest to make a reasonably healthy choice, I had the avocado toast with poached eggs. How good was it? So good that I was not jealous of the waffles and French toast at my table. But don't order it if you don't love arugula. I ordered mine with a side of fruit that I only realized hours later never came. The eggs were poached very well, which made me very happy indeed. Raves for the Nutella strawberry waffle. And the French toast trio was insane. The three of us could have split only that and still had leftovers. I tasted the cookie butter banana one and it was glorious. Rich and sweet, but glorious. A couple of bites would be enough. As a table we ordered sides of sausage and bacon because why not-- we're in this deep. The sausage was peppery and delicious. I did not try one of the thick slabs of bacon in front of me, but the smell reminded me of a farm I visited as a child where they smoked hams. This was not regular bacon. This was bacon of the gods. And I believe it was the only thing at our table that was completely consumed. The space was clean and cute, and they clearly commit to the seasonal decor. I'll be tempted to come back in the fall for a big dollop of autumnal color and some of those apple butter pancakes. But never on a weekend and never more than an hour after they open. Never. Even with forgetting to give me my fresh fruit, the service was fast and friendly. The coffee refills kept coming. Again, this is on a weekday before 8am. Your weekend mileage will surely vary. read more

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SO amazing, good service, amazing super amazing food! im so obsessed. everything was perfect im so sad i live far. food also came out fast, and every worker checks on u 100000000/10 will definitely come again. also beautiful design and especially with window view ughh im so obsesssedddddd! read more

Honeybear Cafe - french toast flight, Catfish & Grits, Spicy Chick Sandwich - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Omg.. what can I say... this was a great end of my birthday celebration! The place was packed and sitting is pretty tight but the food is scrumptious I tell you. Believe me!! Just go try for yourself. I got lucky to not have to wait long but i do believe reservations is the best way for no wait. Staff was really nice and our waitress was amazing! I cant wait to go back! So i got the french toast flight and baby let me just say... order it!!!! Order it order it!!! It seems like it will be too much sugar going on but it was well balanced. Wasnt too sweet at all. Everything I had was 10/10... my guy food was 8.5/10 read more

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Food was very delicious, the portions were large which made the prices very fair! I really enjoyed the variety of dishes they had to offer. Honeybear had got omelettes, skillets, pancakes, crepes, waffles, Benedict's -- you name it! Every we tried was very tasty. Docking a star because the wait was crazyyyy. We came here on a Thursday morning and waited and 1hr 10min to be seated. So just beware of the waits, and be ready to wait as much as they tell you or even longer (which was our case). The staff were friendly -& the service was fast. I restaurant was PACKED. The elote skillet blew my mind. read more

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Kate was literally awesome. My group & I were so surprised when we sat down by her kindness & her attentive. The food was so fresh & proportions were so generous. I couldn't believe it. Really it was Kate who put the cherry on top. Couldn't of asked to be encountered by a better human being :) read more

Honeybear Cafe - Corned Beef & Hash - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

I am so glad I discovered Honeybear Cafe ! Best breakfast food items I have ever had. Portions are worth the money. Food was hot, well seasoned, and looked appetizing! The service was phenomenal. Every waitress/waiter helped each other out with refilling water or just service. read more

Honeybear Cafe - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

My daughter has been asking to go to Honey Bear for about a year. We've been home to visit a few times, but didn't have the time to get over there or couldn't get q reservation. And I'm not going without a reservation. I ended up getting a reservation on a Saturday morning, about an hr after our flight landed. We went straight for MDW to Honey Bear. When we arrived, there were at least 20 people waiting outside. I heard the guy telling people the wait was 1.5 to 2 hrs. We had to wait about 10-15 mins past our res time for our table. Thank goodness we had a decent sized table, because we ordered a lot. LOL We ordered pancakes, French toast, eggs and steak plate/bowl. The one thing you can't complain about is the amount of food they give you. My daughter loved her steak/potatoes bowl and her strawberry French toast. My French toast was good, but tje pancakes were better. They fixed my eggs to perfection, which typically doesn't happen. Our server was really nice as well. She checked on us just enough. But was very busy with all her tables. We're definitely going back. I'm getting a bowl probably a pancake next time! Do keep in mind, this is a BYOB. You can get juice, but no mimosas, or anything else. it's not a huge restaurant, but they have packed as many tables in there as they can. LOL read more

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Great little find in Rogers Park. Honeybear Cafe radiates positive vibes... from the employees who were all smiling and kind, to the positive messages adorning the walls. What a delightful place to start the day. As for the food. Wow. I've never seen a French Toast Flight so massive and beautifully presented., I dare you to eat it all! Actually, I don't. Share and save some for later. Everything tasted amazing, the coffee was steaming hot and frequently topped off (always a huge plus in a breakfast joint!) My husband ordered the California Crepe and devoured every delicious bite! I hope to return on a future trip to Chicagoland! read more

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Considering I was here for about five seconds, it was way enough to create a lasting impression. I wandered in to grab a coffee and ordered a s'mores latte to go. I had NO idea what I was walking into. The latte was AMAZING. They literally had chocolate, Marshmallow and smores all over it, and then it usually comes with a smore on top. They didn't want me to miss the experience so packaged it out to go. So cute and thoughtful and way over the top! The ambiance here was so fun, just cool, eclectic decor, and they said they change it every month. It was "April showers" month :) It was quite crowded and such a mix of people. Some people looked like they were just chilling for work, seems like a cool place to hang. Also had some cute crafts and local sells as well! The staff was super kind, warm and welcoming! Looking forward to coming back for a meal!! read more

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First time visiting this cute, quaint spot for brunch. We had no reservations, so we had to wait. It's worth the wait! One of the best brunches I've ever had. It's BYOB, so if you want to do mimosas and you didn't stop to bring the champagne, you can go across the street to the store. Love: churro French toast (generous portion, tastes like the most delicious French toast sticks); catfish & grits (would have liked a larger piece of fish but fried & seasoned well, creamy & cheesy grits with a kick of spice from the jalapeños) read more

Honeybear Cafe - Catfish & grits - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Family friendly atmosphere with a ginormous menu of options. They immediately serviced us with a cup of drip coffee and chocolates before giving a few minutes to read the variety of options. The Southwest omelette and Mexican quesadilla were huge and we could barely finish it. We were recommended to try the French toast as a side and it was a perfect pairing to go with the food and coffee. I'd recommend reserving a table online as it is very busy and can have a little bit of a wait. Definitely a must hit brunch spot in Chicago! read more

Honeybear Cafe - Deuces French Toast, BYO Omelette, Quesadilla - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Incredible brunch spot in Chicago! A must try is the French toast flight, it's famous for a reason. Since it's such a popular spot, I recommend eating outside in the warmer months for a quieter dining experience and shorter wait time. read more

Honeybear Cafe - French Toast Flight - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Finally made the trek up north to try this spot. I've heard so many good things and it is very good. I loved that the portions are big and very shareable with friends. My friend and I shared the Wildcat skillet and upgraded our side to the special French toast ($3.99). I think it's worth the upgrade. This was basically two entrees that we shared and felt very full. The eggs looked a bit small which I was surprised but I overall enjoyed the skillet. The potatoes were crispy and not cut too big. I don't like my potatoes to be too big. I need a good balance between the crispy skin and the potatoes. The wildcat skillet has a good combo of your veggies, meat, and carbs in here. The French toast was also delicious. These were a perfect combo to get the sweet and savory for breakfast. Definitely a great breakfast spot that isn't too pricey since their portions are big! read more

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I tried the chilaquiles trio with steak and over-easy eggs, and the portions were huge--definitely tons of food. The steak and eggs were solid, but the chilaquiles themselves felt a bit Americanized, made with regular tortilla chips and only lightly coated in sauce. With how busy the place was, I expected a bit more flavor. For my next visit, I'd probably ask what their specialties are, because what I ordered was just okay. The vibe and crowd make me want to give it another try, but this particular dish didn't really impress read more

Honeybear Cafe - Chilaquiles - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Highly recommend reservations if you go on the weekend. Parking is very scarce in the area. There's paid street parking and residential parking. The place is decorated very cute. It's a nice space but definitely is VERY busy, but the service did not lack. Kate was our waitress and she was great. I had the catfish and grits. I'm not a creamy grits type of person but the cheese in the grits made the grits amazing. I would have preferred if my catfish was on the side but I know for next time. The catfish and grits were a great combo. They give you more than enough food. I thought I was hungry until I wasn't able to finish my food. My friend and I also got the cookie banana French toast to share. The French toast had great flavor but I wish the toppings were throughout the French toast and just not on top. read more

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The wait to dine in was very long. I traveled by public transit for 30 minutes for the food. It did not disappoint. The portion, quality, and presentation was stellar on the to-go order. I will surely visit again when I come back to Chicago. read more

I came in for brunch with my family Saturday morning and I'm glad we had a reservation because they were very busy with a wait. The interior was so cute with balloons and umbrellas on the ceiling, which I was told they change up depending on the season. All of the food passing by looked so good and they have unique things on the menu like different flights of foods or juices you can get. And the portions are huge! I got the Paddy's Skillet. The menu did say that the dish came with balsamic caramelized onion but I didn't realize it was also going to come with a balsamic drizzle over the dish, which I was not a fan of. Overall though the meat was tender and everyone's dishes looked amazing. read more

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Honeybear has been on my must-try list for a while so I was excited to finally check it out. So glad we made a reservation because the walk in wait time was over an hour. Definitely a popular spot! First thing I noticed when we sat down: the portion sizes. They definitely give you a lot, and everything looked delicious. Our waitress introduced herself and brought cheesecake bites to the table, which at first seemed random but they were so good! The menu was way bigger than I expected, which was a little overwhelming. I stuck to the breakfast section and ordered the Deuce and an iced Cookie Butter Latte. My partner ordered the Wildcat Skillet, also feeling a little overwhelmed by all the choices. Even with the place packed, our food came out super fast and fresh. My eggs were cooked perfectly, the churro French toast had a great crunch without being too sweet, and the strawberries were fresh. The turkey sausage was a little dry, but still had decent flavor. My partner enjoyed his skillet but did mention I got way more eggs, so we split it. The vibe was great. Good music, not too loud, and a fun mix of old and new hits. I enjoyed my meal and can't wait to come back and try more. read more

A great place to enjoy breakfast, lunch & dinner. This place location is great to enjoy outside a great summer day in a Patio for all to enjoy! Don't forget to add the night cozy lights and warming stands to stay warm on nippy nights . read more

Food was great . Wait time wasn't long . Only thing is they need more space for ppl to sit .. it's too tight in there

If you are in Chicago please just make the reservation and go! It's BYOB so stop and get some champagne for mimosa's. It was a hour wait but well deserving. The decor is nice that music is right and the service is great. Now the food ! Huge portions, everything is made to order and so delicious. They even brought us complimentary mini cheesecakes. The French toast flight is so good and you will not be able to eat it all but they give you plenty of to go trays. The fish is grits was so good and filling. Can wait to come back and try more because the menu is huge ! I do stress, make the reservation! read more

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Food is AMAZING! This place is a must try breakfast spot for Chicago. I recommend this to any and everyone visiting Chicago. I'd get a reservation though because it is BUSY. The waiters are super kind and very helpful and the ambience is unique. Only draw back in waiting for a table and how busy it can be but it is well worth it. read more

Honeybear Cafe - Elote Skillet, Granny's Apple Butter pancakes, Strawberry Shortcake pancake - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Antionette S. Small and Cute! Please make a reservation. I made a reservation and still had to wait another 20mins but I'm glad I waited; it was worth it. Highly recommend 9/10 The food was really good! read more

This was our very first stop on our visit to Chicago over the weekend for my Brother's Birthday. Would like to start by saying this was by far one of the best breakfast/brunch spots I've been to in a minute. I will say even with reservations, on the weekend still except to wait a bit to be seated seeing as the space itself is not that big. We had a variety of dishes some not pictured. Our waitress was great nice and professional as well looking forward to visiting again on our next trip. read more

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Honeybear Cafe is one of those places people rave about. You read the crazy-good reviews, hear the first-hand accounts from friends who've eaten there and figure, "OK, we'll try it out one of these days." We probably figured on breakfast at Honeybear "one of these days" for a few years but never went there to eat. Either they were booked, we didn't have time to wait or we succumbed to one of the many other excellent breakfast places on the North Side of Chicago. Thankfully, we changed that after my wife and I went there for breakfast on a Saturday morning last fall. Great vibe outside--there were a lot of people standing around in little groups, chatting with each other and being real friendly-like. We had a reservation so we only had to wait a few minutes. Despite our table's proximity to our fellow dining patrons, it was awesome. With great music in the background and lots of happy conversations, I never felt like I was packed into a table. In fact, it felt like home as soon as we sat down. The food? Amazing. Cathy ordered some egg-type thing, and I, being mindful of my waistline, ordered the pumpkin pancakes off the fall menu. I'm usually not into novelty food--not that this was totally novel, but I have to say this was no funnel-cake waffle. It was fantastic. And I finished the entire thing--which is fairly unusual for me, especially as a fallen-off-the-wagon fat guy--which allowed me to dad-joke a "didn't like it at all" to the server who cleared our table. I am hilarious! Speaking of dad jokes, when we entered the restaurant, I had Type 2 diabetes. When we left, it was Type 3--thank you, Rogers Park, good night! The couple sitting next to us had the french toast flight, which comprised of three different types of French toast. It looked fantastic. The food at all the other tables looked awesome, too. If you're like us and have put off going here for a while, book a table for breakfast soon. Like so many other places near here--only more so--the Honeybear Cafe is a culinary standout that puts you centerstage with everything that's great about Chicago. Loud, fun, diverse, joyous--a really great experience. read more

Honeybear Cafe - Nice to wait with others who are in a good mood. If I said dumb things like "this is my happy place," I might have said it here. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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My wife and I went on a Monday morning at 10 and only had to wait for 5 mins. Once we were inside it was quick service. Food was cooked perfectly. Their French toast trio is a killing. I would recommend getting it. Super fun decorations and vibrant atmosphere! read more

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Finally made it to Honeybear after seeing it online and all over. The place itself is super cute, we went during the week so didn't have to wait. The place is a good size and for it being a week day, there were actually a good amount of people. They gave us some cheesecake bites to start...where do they do that?! Had us there, but the meals were awesome and just as good as they look. Huge portions and something for everyone on the menu. The menu is extensive and they have combo options available too. For me personally, I like trying a bit of everything. I will say, with the extensive options, it was almost overwhelming to choose a meal because everything sounded so good!! I ended up getting the strawberry field French toast, bacon, and hash browns. A perfect blend of sweet and savory. I highly enjoyed it and we look forward to visiting again soon! read more

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We made reservations based on reviews that this place gets packed. We were seated within 5 minutes. As soon as you are seated, they provide to complimentary cheesecake bites. We ordered the French Toast Trio (flight) and the Tres Leches French Toast. All was amazing!! The spot is BYOB, so bring your best bottle. Will def go again. read more

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Food is splendid. Each of the french toasts in the flight are indulgent and delicious. Lattes are also yummy and flavorful. Plentiful servings for price of meals. Fun decor for st patrick's day! Very long wait, could have a better system for this read more

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We arrived at Honey Bear at 1:42 PM, and there was already a line. Right then and there, I knew we were in for a treat. I'd eaten there before and loved it, but never had to wait this long. The hostess was pleasant, took my name, and told me she'd text when our table was ready. She estimated a 45-minute wait, but it ended up being only 25 minutes, which I appreciated. We were greeted by Ella, who was cheerful and happy. She helped us with our order she recommended the veggie skillet, which was her personal favorite. I was torn between the Tres Leches French toast and the Churro French toast. She suggested the churro, and I'm so glad she did. My friend ordered a vanilla latte, and she said it was great. The cream went down smooth, and it wasn't too sweet just the right balance. I just had water with lemon, and it was refreshing and still hot, which was a nice touch. For the food, we ordered the skillet with bacon, sausage, and eggs, while I got the churro French toast and my friend went with the Tres Leches French toast. The churro French toast was amazing sweet, melting in my mouth with every bite, especially with the bananas and strawberries. My friend thought the Tres Leches was even better. She said it wasn't too sweet, just perfect. The portion sizes were huge. I couldn't finish my meal and ended up only eating about a quarter of it. The veggies on the skillet were fresh and had a refreshing taste. I had to take the leftovers home. When I asked my friend if she'd return, she said, Yes,One thing I really appreciated was how attentive Ella was. She gave great recommendations and checked on us throughout the meal. I highly recommend this spot you won't be disappointed The restaurant is decent. read more

Honeybear Cafe - Vanilla latte - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Amazing! This place needs another location. Just amazing. The food was delicious, and the portion is number one! You get so much for the price, which is worth it. The food was delicious. I want to come back because there's so much more choices. Definitely a recommendation to people who come visit Chicago. The services were great, our server checked in on us and really accommodating. The ambiance is great. A lot of people and a very conversational space. The French toast was delicious, but we couldn't decide on one, so we got the tri and did not regret it, the strawberry French toast and the cookie butter were the ones my friend and I finished. It was delicious. The middle toast was good too, but it is super sweet. The biscuit and gravy are always a go-to, next time I will try the chorizo gravy. The chicken fried skill was so good, the chicken breading was a little salty, but the potatoes and veggies balanced it out. The steak skirt was cooked to perfection. I did wish the hash browns were crispier, it's kind of soft in the middle. In all, I recommend a hundred percentage as a visitor from a different state. read more

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My social group went here for our holiday brunch. We had reservations but still had to wait about 10 minutes for our table of seven to be set up. It wasn't too much of an issue--even though we were standing outside, it was cold but not freezing which made a difference! Our waitress was great--very friendly and attentive. She made sure we always had water and coffee, and our food arrived together, which was appreciated. Everyone ordered something different, including pancakes, a skillet, catfish and grits, and French toast. Everyone was satisfied with their meals and even had leftovers to take home. So overall a good breakfast spot. read more

This place is soo cute! And the aesthetic actually matched the vibes and service! Everyone was polite and friendly, and patient, as we figured out what we wanted to order and OMG! You get a lot of food definitely wasn't complaining. We wanted to try the different pancakes and French toast flight, but all the main dishes included a side of signature pancakes with a small up charge, so everyone just got a different flavor. Win-win. Service, quality, quantity and price were all on point. Would definitely support this business every time I'm in Chicago! read more

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Calling all big backs or foodies, let me tell you that honeybear cafe was really worth the drive. I was visiting Chicago and we found this cool spot. Drove 30-45 minutes to get there but I would have driven further. This was the best flavorful breakfast I have had in my life. My life!!!! I am so glad I ordered what I ordered, I don't know if I would try something new ( don't want to mess with perfection). I wish I could rate it higher and the portion sizes are gargantuan. Trust me spilt your meal or you will be taking a whole meal home. It's that much food. It was busy but they moved fast. I love the decor of the restaurant, very festive. The only thing was the service was slower than I would have like but again it was very busy so have some patience. read more

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OHHH Honeybear cafe! This place is cute, I have been here twice only and every single time is super crowded. The best way to get in is make a reservation way ahead of time if you want to secure yourself for breakfast or lunch. The price $$ but the plates are huge. The ambiance is nice but unfortunately very small and the on;y have 2 small stalls which does not make save for the amount of ppl they fit in this place. The tables are literally next to each other way to close for my taste, peoples butts literary rasp the side of your arms when passing by lol. They definitely need more staff however they try to give you service as fast as they can. The Food is good every plate I have tried! I will come back by please relocate !! read more

Honeybear Cafe - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

OMG this place was soooooo amazing!! The food was so yummy, the stacks of specialty pancakes were mile high and the coffee was like a warm hug on the inside. Yum!! This was a hopping place with all the breakfast scuttle vibes. The weight staff were all very attentive and everyone was constantly checking in. Top notch. They were decorated for Halloween and everything was super cute. We live 4 hours from Chicago, but we will totally be back. read more

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Listennnnn! The biscuits and chorizo gravy + hashbrowns and bacon was everything! I lovedddd the gravy, that's something i've never tried before. they had a line out the door and i see why! This place is also BYOB so the fact I could bring my bottle and enjoy it with mixers that they had made the food that much tastier. I can't wait to come back! I wish they played more hip hop music but overall, loved it ! read more

Honeybear Cafe - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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