So I see a 4.5 star Yelp review for a coffee shop , and I'm too excited for words. I love a good coffee shop. That many positive reviews are always a good sign , right? Answer.....not so much! I really wanted to love this place. The server ( might have been the owner ) was really very nice and raved about their daily homemade soups. So with that kind of hype, I had to try a bowl of their cream of mushroom. Out came the little basket of saltines ( which unfortunately were stale. ) Then came the lukewarm soup which was about as thick as wallpaper paste. The owner agreed that it was "off" and took It back. While waiting for my club sandwich, I decided to hit the men's room. Guess what? No heat in the bathroom and no paper towel on the roll to wipe your hands! The club sandwich was ok . The coffee was alright . Best thing were the crispy fries. But this guy needs more than crispy fries to give a 4.5 star rating ! It's a congenial neighborhood place that everyone wants in their neck of the woods . I get that everyone has their own idea about quality, but as far as I'm concerned , Nick's Hi Ho is nowhere close a 4.5 star Yelp rating. read more

Great old school Greek Style diner. Excellent omelets, very good steak and eggs, obviously handmade grandma style "kefte" hamburgers that were fresh and delicious. The owner is almost always there, often cooking, the other cooks are just as good. My favorite is the hungry man's corn beef hash skillet, a hangover cure if ever there was one. Makes you feel like you've stepped back in time to the 70's at a Greek joint during the 6 am breakfast rush somewhere on Madison or Halsted Street. Price is reasonable, portions are big, place is clean, great value for the money. read more

Love this place come at least 1 time a week the owner Nick great guy very friendly and makes a awesome veggie skillet with steak i think thats the best way lots of vegetables and the steak its great We need more of these little diners they truly are the best read more

one of my favorite restaurants I really recommend this restaurant really good breakfast awww some hashbrowns pancakes and egg and sausage amen read more

Nicks hi ho Is a small Greek place. Apparently the third in a line of Resturants going over 50 years. The place is small with 9 booths and only two tables. It was a Monday The coffee was meh, they did use the large, old school suger containers. The cream was the standard little packets, but they did bother to refrigerate them as opposed to just leaving them out on the tables. I ordered the biscuits and gravy and there was a + 10 minutes time for my order to come out so I was hopeful. For once I was not disappointed. Every thing was cooked fresh to order. The biscuits were 2.5 in the order. The gravy was light but had lots of sausage chunks in it. Good consistency and very traditional. The eggs were over easy on top and cooked to perfection. The bacon was also made fresh, not sitting pre made. I know because they forgot to put it on and it came out 5 min later. Everyone who came in to eat while I was here was known by name to the staff. Nick was actually the man behind the grill and everything. This is the type of authentic mom n pop shop which needs to be supported. I will be back and looking forward to it. read more

First time here today around 10:30am and boy, was there a rush. It was a pretty busy place but the service was friendly and just great overall. The ladies there were relatable and super nice!! The food was good for the price. It was great to support a local business. I'll be sure to be back again seeing all the regulars here. Everyone seemed to know eachother by names and asked about one another's family and friends which is so nice to see. read more

Honestly the best coziest little place on my block. Feels like home when you walk in. The same friendly staff every time! Their menu choices are very good honestly ive tried about almost half the things on the menu and im never disappointed. They do pick ups and dine ins. Honestly, give a try read more

This is the most awesome, friendly, best breakfast spot in the area. Reasonable prices and the food is a must have. Definitely my new go to spot. Awesome service. read more

Nice little breakfast spot in the neighborhood. The food is always good but the service is great. The waitresses and I assume Nick are always very nice and friendly. They always talk to our son and us like we've been coming there for years. They also have a toy box for kids to pick a used toy which my son really likes. read more

Sunday morning. Done want to cook. Wheter to go?..... After a quick research on yelp we found this place, and decided to support a small business rather than a chain. Reviews were saying about how the owner treats the customers and make them feel like family. Well, right on the spot. We have a 2 year old baby and is always hard to keep him in a chair, so they gave us a large table with a banquete to made it easier on us, right then, they had me. Service fas so friendly and comfortable that had relaxed all the time. Food was well executed with the right flavors. Now we have a new breakfast spot close to home, and they also have dinner and deliver on top of everything. We'll sure be back. read more

Biggest and best omelets in Chicago, guaranteed. Best restaurant in the city. Nick will treat you with the greatest respect and serve you beautiful comfort food. Go eat there now. Nick will even cater your party. Right now. read more

This cafe is alright. It's not something I'd go with family where we'd stay for hours enjoying our time. Nicks hi ho cafe is something you go for just eat real quick while enjoying some coffee. Talking about coffee it's really tasty and creamy. Probably the best coffee I'd had and the food is good too. I would recommend to anybody that's wants go to a cafe. read more

The owner is a complete doll which explains why this place is usually packed with regulars he knows by name. This place has the best steak and eggs the city has to offer and he brings in fresh meat and produce regularly. It is a family owned place so skip the Ihop and opt for some real cooking from Nick. read more

Just moved around The neighborhood and figured we would give this mom and pop shop a chance . We enjoyed our breakfast very much. Fresh ground coffee which was delicious definitely will be back for breakfast read more

Stopped in for some breakfast the day after Christmas. Small "Mom & Pop" style diner. Immediately greeted with open arms by Nick (owner) and a great server. Meat Lover's skillet I had was great and the Biscuits & Gravy my girlfriend had were even better. Very attentive server throughout the entire meal. It also was nice of the server to occupy our 1yr old lol. As we were paying the bill, we traded a few stories about "how did you find us?" "live nearby?" and of other restaurant experiences. Nick asked us to wait a second. He went into the back and came out with a Christmas present (Greek style) welcoming us to his restaurant. AWESOME. That's a first for me. Felt like part of the family. I will most definitely be back. read more

I guess i found my new breakfast spot!!! Best breakfast by far!!! Food is VERY flavorful.... fell in love with the pancakes. Very authentic! Haven't had breakfast like this in a while. Other brand restaurants breakfast feel like I'm eating rubber. No comparison! Met Nick and he's such a sweetheart!!! read more

Service is slow. Food is good. Owner is okay. The employers usually is owner don and a cook The soups out good read more

Love this place coffee is freshly grounded food is made to order staff is awsome and the owner nick what can i say wrong very pleasant every time we come here read more

Amazing, scrumptious, flavorful omelettes. Hash browns to live for, while the pancakes bring it home for an outstanding breakfast. Favorite in all of Chicago! read more

Good little diner. Food was good but nothing special. The server was very friendly and quick. Parking is a little difficult.

I chose this place because its within minutes from my apartment. It had good reviews and the menu looked decent. I placed an order to go and the food was ready quickly. We got our food home to find the skillet was burnt, waffles were soggy and hash browns were very bland and a almost half were burnt. Very disappointed in this place. Sadly we will not be returning back. read more

The food here is amazing they cook it with a passion. The owner of this place is great man. Lovely ladies working for him I will never stop coming here for a good ol Nick's Hi Ho Soup. read more

First time eating here. Can from Los Angeles...we loved the breakfast, from biscuits and gravy to steak and eggs and pancakes. Everything was very tasty and freshly made. Would def come back on my next trip here. And the service was excellent!!! read more

I drove past this place for almost 8 years before I went in and tried it and I feel like I've been missing out for the last 8 years. It's such a wonderful place to feel welcomed and get your belly full. There's a family atmosphere for sure. We have little kids and they went out of their way to accommodate us and individually greet each of our kids. It made them feel so special. The food was excellent and the service was wonderful as well. I had needed to leave but I still had quite a bit of coffee left in my cup and they put it in a to-go cup for me and even topped it off. It's little things like that that put them over the top. read more

This is a classic dinner. It's a time warp but the Food was tasty and the service was friendly.

Breakfast so hot off the grill that it hurts your tongue. Food is simple and delicious. Along with a Cheers atmosphere. You're always glad you came. read more

Nick's Hi-Ho is mighty scrumptious. After moving to the neighborhood almost a year ago, figured I would check out this place. Sure, any place can make halfway decent breakfast and lunch food, but Nick nails it. Not only does Nick do a great job cooking up food, but Margie is the sweetest, serving up food with a smile. If you're looking for mimosas and organic applewood bacon, this isn't your place, but if you're looking for a solid restaurant serving up homemade breakfast, soup, sandwiches in a friendly place that time seemed to have forgotten, this is for you. read more

Good little old school diner in the Craigen neighborhood. Food is good, service is excellent, but place still has some residue of the smoking days. read more

I come here almost every weekend and never thought to give it a review, so here it is, the pancakes are awesome, the steak and eggs are great, steak is always cooked to perfection, not a fancy place but it's clean with a friendly staff, good food cooked how you order it, oh and I almost forgot, a great burger!! read more

Looking for a place to set a buddy-cop movie in Chicago? This is the joint. Old school diner with solid diner food, and super friendly staff. read more

Great neighborhood diner!! The food was great and very friendly service! I loved the french fries here, my son loved the Thin French Toast breakfast special ! Can't wait to come here again read more

Just found this little gem for breakfast today! Amazing food and atmosphere, a classic "Joint" and a must go to!! Even got to meet the owner Nick who welcomed us to his spot. We'll be back!! read more

Been going here for years. Know Nick from back when he managed the old Lou Mitchell's at North and Clark. Never a disappointment here consistently good food and generous portions. Walk past the chain and franchise places that give you lots of colorful wrapping paper with little food and head here. read more

Came in had a wonderful time. Waitress was very friendly and always checking on us. Food was so delicious that I was salivating more than usual. read more

Walked in and immediately was greeted by a lovely elderly waitress that made me feel like i was part of her family. After we sat down, the owner with a warm smile, welcomed us to his restaurant. I ordered a mexican skillet that was really good, but my son ordered a greek omelet with gyro meat,spinach and feta that was to die for. I feel like its a hidden gem. I think I found a my new breakfast place! read more

Nicks hi hoe cafe is amazing!!!! Great food great conversation! Nick knows many of his customers I. A first name basis which only shows how much he cares ! Ole school just like going to grandmas house. And the place is very cozy no screams no shots just good ole people looking for a good ole plate to eat !!! I wish businesses would remember how it is to cater to there customers. Stop by and be the judge I'm sure your going to love Nick and the staff!!! A+ read more

Giving this a 5 star mom and pop diner rating. It's old school and has great food. Easy walk from my apt. Luckily, I show up when it's not packed. Quick served and kind staff. read more

I only ate at Nick's Hi-Ho Cafe once, but I enjoyed both the food and old-school dinner-like experience. I felt like I was in a 1950s era resturant as I throughly enjoyed my hardy, delicious food. Judging from the people there when I was there, I suspect they get a lot of repeat customers from the surrounding neighborhood, and I can surely understand why. I should add that the waitress was very attentive and friendly. All in all, it was a very pleasant dinning experience, and I hope to go back when I am in the mood for good food and great service at a very reasonable price. read more

I've been looking for a good diner since my favorite closed. Decided to try this place due to the reviews. Place is clean. Service is slow--waitress did not go out of the way to serve, never asked if I needed water, took over 10 minutes to give me requested ketchup, and spent more time on the phone than servicing. Food-nothing to brag about-patty melt okay, fries weren't greasy, and soup was lousy. Owner took way too long to cook meal. Only go if you have no place else to go. read more

Skillets, omelettes, skirt steak. Literally, the best breakfast in Chicago, hands down. They get pretty busy on the weekends, but it's worth it. Come eat here to experience breakfast as it should be. read more