I can't say enough good things about this restaurant. The food, portion size, and service are all second to none. A special call out to our waitress, TJ, whose kindness shines through! read more

Fantastic brunch place in Lincoln Square. Known for their Chilaquiles, any breakfast item, and fresh squeezed orange juice. Loved the spinach and mushroom crêpes. Just filling enough! Busy during peak brunch hours, but definitely worth the wait! Cute interior, even though some of the tables are close together. read more

Chicago Jets hockey followed by an enormous breakfast of pumpkin pancakes and sausages--it don't get no better! A large portion of my more modest but equally delicious Denver omelette went home with me as well. Service was excellent and my coffee cup never ran dry! read more

Pastores + Brunch - Mexican Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Great food, great service. My wife and I have eaten here a few times, and it's always a nice experience. Both the dining room, and the patio are nice. The food is fresh and huge servings. They have a huge-ass fruit salad, that I've not ordered myself, but it's a real head-turning plate. They are usually pretty busy, but I don't think I have waited long for a table. Definitely recommend. read more

Excelente food and service, very quick. Chill ambiance good coffee. Huge portions, definitely I'm coming back read more

Pastores + Brunch - Healthy Omelette + Turkey bacon - Mexican Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Came here on a saturday with four other friends. Wait time wasn't too bad, about 20 minutes. Nice lively vibe, super friendly staff, great food. I got the breakfast tacos and enjoyed them. Tried some of my friend's chilaquiles and was a big fan of those as well. Definitely would recommend to anyone looking for brunch in the area! read more

Pastores + Brunch - Breakfast Tacos - Mexican Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Great food! Good service. Good location for Lincoln Square. Ambiance was casual and busy, but not overly so. Coffee drinks are available too. They were listed on a chalkboard. read more

Stopped in for breakfast on a Monday and feel like we got lucky that it wasn't crowded. If you've been sleeping on this place you've made mistakes. My food was fresh, quickly prepared and super tasty. The atmosphere feels like a true neighborhood family diner space and I really liked that vibe. It's not overdone and the bathroom was cute and clean (which is important to me!) read more

Pastores + Brunch - Chilaquiles with chicken - Mexican Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

I didn't care too much for Pastores + Brunch. It's quite small and cramped inside. Not good for large groups. The food was okay, but what I really didn't care for was the service. Our sever wasn't at all friendly and did not allow for substituting sides. I have never been to a restaurant that didn't allow you to substitute one side for another. Of course it can be an extra charge at some places but this server didn't allow it at all. Very strange. She just seemed in a bad mood overall. Judging by the other reviews, I don't think this poor service is typical. Nevertheless, I wouldn't go out of my way to recommend this place for breakfast or brunch. If you are looking for a great latin inspired brunch spot, check out Savanna around Western & Montrose or their other location on N Lincoln Ave. It's nearby Lincoln Square and a way better option. read more

My friends and I came here looking for a spot to eat last minute, but honestly I am so glad we ended up coming here on a whim! Immediately as we walked in, the service was great. The staff members were attentive and friendly the entire time we were there, constantly checking in and making small talk to us. We definitely felt very welcomed and acknowledged since the start. The restaurant itself was so cozy and "home" feeling. Everything was just so vibrant and colorful as well, making you feel very welcomed by the decorations and style of the restaurant. The food was amazing. We all got different items, but my meal in particular was the crepes. They were the pecan + banana + dark chocolate crepes, and they tasted delicious. It wasn't too sweet, and the pecans added a nice touch as well. While my friends got more savory options, they also said that they really enjoyed their meals (molletos + chicken and waffles were their meals) I will definitely be coming back to try some of their other options, but overall this place is definitely worth it, and you will be paying a reasonable price for some good quality homemade fusion food! read more

Pastores + Brunch - Crepes (Pecan + Banana + Dark Chocolate) - Mexican Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

This is the only place I've ever seen with Molletes on the menu. It was a nostalgic treat! Delicious and great service. :)

This has become my favorite breakfast spot in the past couple of years. Everything I've had is great, but I don't know if I'll ever order anything other than the breakfast tacos and cafe de olla ever again - they're both just that good. The staff is also friendly and thoughtful, from the moment you're greeted at the door till you wrap up and leave. Tanja in particular is an absolute delight and my partner and I are extra happy to see her when we come in, but honestly - everyone here is just really sweet. Seriously, check this place out when you can. It's amazing. read more

I came here for breakfast on my birthday and it was a good decision. I was with my husband and my two picky eaters 14 and 10. They wanted a more traditional American breakfast so they split the Hungry Man special. Prices were very good for the quality, portions were generous, and we will be back! read more

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Great food - huge portions to satisfy the guys in our group. Attentive service. Good value.

I kid you not these were best breakfast tacos of my life (and I've been to Texas). And the chilaquiles were some of the best I've had stateside. I will no longer say chicago doesn't have good Mexican food after coming here. Unfortunately the cafe de olla was a bit disappointing. But the horchata was bomb. Also they were super accommodating. We were eating outside but there were tons of bees so they let us move inside with our baby. They made room for our car seat and allowed us to store our stroller in the back. read more

Pastores + Brunch - Close up of one of the Breakfast Tacos! - Mexican Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

This place is amazing!!! Love coming here with all my family. We also order a lot for pick up,Ruben, the owner and all his staff are just so sweet. The food is seriously delicious. Authentic Mexican and the place is a reflection of that! The prices are reasonable too. I love that they open so early too, and on the weekends...they are packed! Great place for families. Great location, just off the L Western stop. read more

Finally tried this place for brunch on a Sunday morning. Even though we arrived at 10 a.m. we had to wait half an hour to be seated, although we were initially told the wait was only 10 minutes. There were some crumbs on my chair and some sticky stuff on my friend's chair, which wasn't great. The menu is extensive. Service was friendly, though maybe a tad slow. I got the strawberry orange juice (good and I loved the straw), blueberry pancakes (very good), and a side of sausage (also very good). The value was great considering what we had. I would go back here again but can't say it's worth a half-hour wait. I mean the pancakes were good but not life-changing. read more

Pastores + Brunch - Strawberry orange juice - Mexican Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Stopped by for brunch and a little exploration. I love a good steak street taco. The service was impeccable and I appreciated the neighborhood feel of the restaurant. Everyone was so friendly, attentive and welcoming to the point where it was hard to tell if other customers were regulars or in for their first time. read more

Um YES! Best corn tortilla I've ever had (and I lived in Austin). Cinnamon bun pancakes were delicious with and without the topping. We. Also loved the chorizo tacos. We were standing in an endless line down the block and finally said let's try Pastores and so glad we did. Extra points for the very warm welcome compared to the pricier, slower place down the block. read more

Pastores + Brunch - Cinnamon pancakes and chorizo tacos. - Mexican Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

I got the Hungry Man - two eggs, bacon, sausage, house potatoes, two pancakes upgraded with cinnamon brown sugar and icing. Friends got Hawaiian roll breakfast slides and eggs Benedict. For the most part, our food was standard diner quality breakfast food which is not a bad thing. Potatoes were soft but not seasoned enough. I don't recommend the Cinnamon bun pancakes. The icing was not even icing. It was a strange, grainy, bland sauce. Service was good. Waiter very nice and engaging. Their prices are very reasonable and probably a dollar or two cheaper than most breakfast places read more

Pastores + Brunch - Mexican Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

This places made me feel like home! What kind servers and the music was AMAZING as a latino myself. The food was incredible, so so flavorful and there was so much variety. Authentic hispanic food but also a hit with the classics. I went on my birthday and it was such a treat! read more

Pastores + Brunch - Chicken and waffles! - Mexican Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

I have never been disappointed. This is a great place to visit whenever you are in Lincoln Square. My go-to's are the cucumber avocado kale smoothie and the chicken panini. Everyone that works there is super friendly and helpful. read more

Pastores + Brunch - Delicious conchas, an avocado cucumber smoothie, and some amazing cafe de olla! - Mexican Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

I had the carne asade main course and it was really good. Can't wait to go back and try more on the menu. Seems like a cute mom & pop. Service was friendly and efficient read more

Great neighborhood spot with delicious food and friendly staff. It gets crowded on the weekends, but it's worth the wait.

I dare you to find a more friendly and welcoming breakfast/brunch spot in the Chicago area. The folks at Pastores are absolutely wonderful from the moment you walk in until the moment you leave. The breakfast tacos are the best thing on the menu, in my opinion. Toss in a bottomless cup of Cafe de Olla, and it just doesn't get any better. I have a special place in my heart for Tanja (my partner and I love seeing her whenever we're there) - but, I adore the entire staff. It's such a neighborhood gem. Best advice -- go early. Get there before the rush and you're guaranteed a table. Wait until later in the morning and you're in for a bit of a wait. But, believe me -- it's worth it. read more

Some hits, some misses. Service was friendly, and two-tops outside were comfortable due to being nicely shaded by the building. My Lincoln Ave frittata (prosciutto, mushrooms, parm) was delicious - the open face omelette was light and fluffy, like a Dutch baby. My husband enjoyed his chorizo skillet, though the potatoes I tried from it were lukewarm and not hot enough, in my opinion. Coffee with cinnamon stick (I forget what it's called exactly) was great. Those were the hits. The misses: pastor bao was forgettable. The bao itself was a tad too chewy. The meat lacked flavor, and the giant pile of lettuce added to the blandness. The Nutella stuffed French toast looked way better than it tasted. The bread to egg ratio was off - too much bread, not enough egg. The Pocky sticks didn't add to the dish, though they looked nice, pushed into a toasted marshmallow (the marshmallow was yummy, as toasted marshmallows generally are). My latte was a bit bitter. 3.5% surcharge added when paying with a credit card - I would appreciate knowing that up front. read more

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Delightful place! Kind, warm staff that cares about serving quality food. Nice side shades patio. The inside is colorful, decorated with original mural and art. Add this to your Lincoln Square rotation! read more

I am glad that I was able to try this place. This has been on my list for awhile. Where do I begin? The staff is amazing and super friendly! My friend and I felt really welcomed. The service was great. Mari was our server and she was the best! The food was pretty good as well. The mini waffles were fluffy. It didn't feel heavy with the whipped cream and chocolate chips. The burger was on a brioche bun and yes with waffle fries. The burger was super juicy and the pineapple with caramelized onion balanced the flavor so well. If you are ever in Lincoln Square I would definitely come here for breakfast/ brunch/lunch :). read more

Pastores + Brunch - Mini chocolate chip waffles - Mexican Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Love, Love, Love this place. Wonderful family-owned business, everyone is just fantastic. And the food is ALL excellent. We eat there at least once a week and I've probably had 2/3'rds of everything on the menu and I have loved every single dish! read more

Great service but the food is a mixed bag. Some tacos like the asada tacos are great but their chorizo and Al pastor tacos left a lot to be desired. Nice small Mexican restaurant not too busy usually. read more

Pastores is a great family run brunch spot in Lincoln Square. Everyone who works there is friendly and helpful, food is solid and comes quick! I normally get the chorizo skillet, which has eggs, chorizo, corn, well seasoned potatoes and chipotle mayo. It is a delicious and relatively inexpensive option in the area. During warmer months they have outside seating as well! A great place with great people. read more

This is a classic breakfast place with a good mix of classic American fare and Mexican inspired dishes. Food is delicious and there's plenty of flavors to choose from. The mini waffles were a bit disappointing as they might've been frozen or just not as fluffy as I would have hoped them to be. Skillets and eggs Benedict have been my favorites here. Good coffee too. read more

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Very disappointing. Chilaquiles were awful this time, something must have changed. There were no tortilla chips, just a pile of soggy corn tortillas, and the rice and steak wasn't even seasoned. Rice was just white rice with carrots and peas, not even Spanish rice like what is shown in other pictures on here. No flavor at all. I paid over 20 dollars for a pile of bland mush. read more

Pastores + Brunch - chilaquiles - Mexican Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Always friendly and food is amazing! Definitely a place to visit if you are in the Lincoln Square area.

Amazing service and such friendly staff . Walked past and one of the staff handed us a menu . I had potato tacos and beans and rice for breakfast alone with a chai tea latte made with almond milk ! Delish ! read more

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I got the mini breakfast tacos and they were so good. They were overfilled (def not complaining!) so I had to ask for some extra mini tortillas bc I couldn't wrap the filling up. My friend got the Ceazar pita which looked good and she confirmed that it was. Fresh squeezed orange juice and a very nice server. My only suggestion is about maybe a touch more seasoning in the chicken rice soup and on the fries. A dash of salt and they would be top notch! I added it myself and was pleased. Definitely recommend! read more

I absolutely do not recommend ordering for takeout or delivery. Not once, but twice we've had issues with Pastores + Brunch. While their breakfast tacos are delicious we've had two orders with full entrées missing (once a steak and eggs and once a waffle breakfast). Imagine ordering food for your family and having to tell your 5 year old that their food didn't come. So sad. Additionally waffles are advertised as 3 pieces and the one order (of two) that we did receive only had two waffles in it. The packaging was poor as shown in pictures and overall ordering from here is more of a headache than it's worth. read more

Pastores + Brunch - Both bags were messy. - Mexican Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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I feel so lucky to have been here. I feel like this is a local secret, so I was with a local and now I know the secret! This place is on a random corner in Lincoln Square right above the train. I ordered the Chorizo skillet. It's basically a bed of potatoes, chorizo, corn, onions, and an egg (mine was over medium) on top. Sounds super simple, but insanely flavorful. Each bite giving you something a little a different. I had the opportunity to sample from others at the table and the pork sausage was not average it was AMAZING. Definitely good quality on the sausage. I didn't get a change to taste the French toast, but it equally looked amazing and it came with a toasted marshmallow and edible sticks - cool right. Indoor seating seemed crowded. But outdoor was super breezy and nice. Staff was amazing, friendly, and really good vibes. I will definitely eat like a local next time in town. Very grateful for the invite to amazing establishment. read more

Pastores + Brunch - Chorizo Skillet - Mexican Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

This place is amazing! Small but worth the wait!! Many people were greeted by name upon arrival. That was so nice to see. Food comes out fast and fresh! Highly suggest the Chai latte! read more

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Amazing spot for brunch! BYOB but if you forget there are some amazing cocktails, coffees and house made smoothies! Service was fantastic. Everyone working made sure we were happy and satisfied with our meal. The food selection was vast for brunch including lots of sandwiches, standard breakfast options and Mexican themed specials. I had the chorizo skillet and it was very tasty. The sauce on top was very unique. I don't think you could go wrong with anything ordered here. read more

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