Eggs, pancakes, fruit, toast, all you see was delicious. I Will definitely come again. read more

Wildberry Pancakes and Cafe - Pancakes Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

We had a long wait but the pancakes and brisket skillet were delicious! Worth the wait! Service was good. We didn't wait long at all once we were seated. And it's close to the Bean so you can do some exploring while waiting to be seated read more

The food is excellent the server were great some much food for the price everyone should try it

If you're planning on visiting Wildberry Pancakes and Cafe on a weekend, bring a good podcast, a folding chair, and your patience, the wait line is no joke. But here's the plot twist: it is worth every single minute. I went all-in with the Butcher's Block Skillet and a stack of the cinnamon roll pancakes, and I'm pretty sure my taste buds ascending to a higher dimension. Hearty, savory goodness balanced with pure, fluffy, cinnamon-dusted perfection. The service was top-notch, fast, friendly, and handling the weekend crowd like absolute pros. Yes, you'll have to wait, but greatness takes time. Just join the waitlist early and prepare for a breakfast coma! read more

Absolutely loved going to wildberry for their wildberyy pancakes. Truly a delicious fluffy pancake with all the right berry flavors. 10/10 recommend the wildberry pancake for a fruity flavorful breakfast bite Also got the turkey pepper jack panini and it was decent I wasn't blown away by the flavors here so it's nothing too special but still decent bite. Wildberry Orange Juice was fresh squeezed orange juice with fresh berries puréed in it. Definitely recommend this drink for a refreshing and flavorful treat! The service was really nice and helpful when it came to me deciding what to get and what the recommendations are. My recommendations in order are 1st Wildberry pancake 2nd Wildberry Orange Juice 3rd Iced Pistachio Cold Foam Latte! Delicious flavor profile you won't regret giving this a try!! 4th Turkey pepper jack panini read more

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We decided to stop by this breakfast spot before heading to the festival across the street. Parking was limited, so we ended up walking to the restaurant. There was about a 30-minute wait, and with the warm weather, it felt a bit long. Fortunately, there was a designated waiting area with seating, and the restaurant also offers both indoor and outdoor dining. The service was excellent--our server was so friendly, welcoming, and attentive throughout our visit. My favorite part of the meal was definitely the pancakes. I ordered the Oreo S'mores pancakes as my side with the two-egg breakfast, and they were absolutely delicious. My partner chose the French toast in one of their most popular flavors, and it was just as enjoyable. I also ordered the salted caramel latte, which was good, although it wasn't particularly memorable. Overall, we had a great experience. The food was delicious, the service was wonderful, and despite the wait, I would definitely come back the next time I'm in the area. read more

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Luckily came on Tuesday morning and no line...lines looked rough on the weekends. Two of us ordered: breakfast burrito $21 caramel macchiato with oat milk $7 latte $6 orange juice $6 signature berry bliss $20 3.5% service fee? Breakfast burrito was on spicier side and was ok. Overall, wasn't too impressed with service and food. Though large portions, nothing stood out too much for us. A lot of seating inside. read more

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This place is worth the wait. The line is long, but it goes by quick because they're pretty efficient. We walked over to the bean while we waited. We had a flight to catch but had to stop in before we left. Service is pretty quick. We got our food in 25 mins. All the food was so good! I loved my strawberry with white and milk chocolate chip pancakes. Who doesn't love fluffy buttermilk pancakes with endless toppings?! :) You can customize an omelette. I did that with some sweet potato fries. The fries were really good and had a nice crunch with a good balance of soft sweet potato. I also like sweet coffee so the turtle mocha was perfect! I could have one of those everyday lol Definitely coming back for the coffee and pancakes read more

Wildberry Pancakes and Cafe - Pancakes Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

When we arrived at Wildberry Pancakes & Cafe, I was surprised to see a long line of people waiting outside. We were told the wait would be about 20 minutes, and I'm so glad we decided to stay. The food was exceptional and completely lived up to the hype. Everything was fresh, flavorful, and well worth the wait. We also loved the patio seating--it was the perfect spot to enjoy breakfast. Don't let the line or wait time discourage you. This place is absolutely worth it, and I'd happily wait again for another meal! read more

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Legit tired of hotel breakfast so we ventured out on the last full day of our trip. This was a great choice. We decided to get up and go when the doors open. I'm so glad we did as there was a line outside the door we walked up. It's a pretty nice sized location so everyone was seated quickly. Our server was very nice. The food came out FAST!! Latte: I was just ok to me. I took a few sips but couldn't finish it. I'm a coffee snob so I won't hold it against them. Mexicana Skillet: DELICIOUS! I almost had a happy plate and I never eat all of my food. The egg was cooked to perfection and the chicken sausage was a nice substitute for the chorizo. The salsa was also very flavorful. Pancakes: They were pretty good. Not as hot as I like my food to be but they were fluffy. I would come here again when in Chicago. read more

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Welcome to your Chicago trendy brunch place. We went early and managed to skip a long line, but I would have been mad if I had the typical wait line for mid food. I tried the biscuits and gravy and substitutef a side of wild berry pancakes. I'm from the south and wasn't happy about the gravy because it was loaded with rosemary. It didn't have the traditional flavor. The pancakes were nothing to write home about, which is a bit sad because they are the name of the restaurant. They should be the #1 tasting menu item. read more

Wildberry Pancakes and Cafe - Wild berry pancakes - Pancakes Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

This was great food, big portions, and indoor and outdoor seating with shade, perfect for a Chicago summer day. I brought a friend here from out of town and we both enjoyed our food. I ordered the barbacoa chilaquiles skillet, and it was a perfect blend of salt, heat, and fat. I dream about this dish. My friend ordered the two eggs any style and said it was great too. The only disappointment was that they wrote my friend's name down wrong when we checked in on the wait list, so we ended up waiting about 20 minutes longer than we should have. Once we asked if they'd called her name, they said they didn't have anyone by that name, but she remembered us checking in, so they gave us the next available table. Still, a good spot! read more

Wildberry Pancakes and Cafe - Barbacoa Chilaquiles Skillet - Pancakes Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Wildberry absolutely lives up to the hype. I ordered the Signature Berry Bliss Pancakes, and they were easily some of the best pancakes I've had--super fluffy, light, and packed with flavor with the sauce. The berry topping was fresh and not overly sweet, and the portion size was generous. Everything just felt really well-balanced. Service was great from start to finish. Attentive without being overbearing, and the food came out pretty quickly even though it was busy. The atmosphere is also a big plus: lively, clean, and a perfect brunch spot whether you're with friends or just grabbing a solid meal. They have a good variety of dishes. If you're debating what to get, the pancakes are definitely the move. Would 100% come back, solid breakfast and lunch/brunch spot. read more

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Pretty good spot for breakfast, but astonishingly expensive. Service is fast, they have some decent gluten free options, and they're flexible in what they offer. That said, I don't know how you can get out of here without spending close to $40. That's a hell of a high price to be paying for a waffle, some eggs, and a coffee. read more

I heard this was the breakfast spot to go to in Chicago so my gf and I went to check it out. Food was good, but a bit too long of a wait for breakfast that wasn't anything spectacular. Wait was almost 45 min !!! Food 4/5 I got the butcher scramble and blueberry pancakes. Both were good and I have no complaints. It just wasn't anything special to wait 45 minutes for. I feel I could have gone to most diners and enjoyed just as much. Service 3/5 45 minute wait for breakfast is just crazy to me lol once inside the waitress was nice. Again nothing too special. Ambiance 2/5 This is the main reason I'm going from 4 stars to 3. Food deserves 4 stars. But ambiance is nothing special and overly packed. I was literally sitting right next to strangers. They put an extra seat for someone less than a foot in between us and the guys back side was literally right next to me. So absolutely no privacy or personal space. Felt like a cafeteria with how crowded it was. Good food. Not worth the wait. I wouldn't return. read more

Wildberry Pancakes and Cafe - Butcher skillet and blueberry pancakes - Pancakes Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

A premier breakfast spot for sure! Everything is fantastic! We can't back for both days we stayed in Chicago. The quality is A++ I didn't take a lot of pictures, but trust me, everything is great! read more

Wildberry Pancakes and Cafe - Waffles with fried chicken, bacon and jalapeño. Crazy good if you like hot peppers. The bacon is the best I've ever had. - Pancakes Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

We called an audible and opted to try this spot for breakfast. It was a great choice. Promptly seated no wait, great service, and the food was delicious! A definite must do and must do again! Olivia was our server. She was great! read more

Wildberry Pancakes and Cafe - Pancakes Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Holy crap! This place is popular for a reason. We did not make a reservation, and there were at least thirty parties waited to be seated, but it is a well oiled machine! They had our party seated effectively, and the food here is absolutely fantastic! Yes, I did not get pancakes at the Wildberry Pancakes, but this is genuinely the best avocado toast I have ever had! Highly recommend! read more

Wildberry Pancakes and Cafe - Bacon & Avocado Toast (no bacon) - Pancakes Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

I opted to come to this restaurant because it was closer than the one I originally had planned to go to. Bad idea. It was incredibly packed, as it was late morning on the 4th of July. When I checked in for a party of 1 there were 60 some odd people ahead of me, so I decided to wait at the park across the street. When I got a text the table was ready, I was told to wait on the side right by the host stand. It was crowded, there was no organization and it was a major fire hazard. It was really concerning. Servers were crossing back & forth in front of waiting guests from the outside patio & throughout the restaurant. It was incredibly frustrating. I was seated outside in the patio which wasn't ideal but at least I got a table. The server, a white young woman, was apologetic about the wait and assured me AND the other 2 white women next to my table she would be with us shortly. I told her that we were not in the same party. She understood & acknowledged my comment. When she returned, she took their order first while I was seated there first & I was closer to her. This doesn't make sense because I was one solitary person, and my order would've been easier & faster. The only reason I could gather why she would do that was because they were white. That is not ethical or moral, it is unacceptable, and a major problem. It's a poor business practice to have discriminatory employees working here. I felt insignificant because of my skin color. My money is the same as theirs, and I should be treated equally. She also made sure to offer them water refills but didn't ask me if I needed one. I should NOT have left a tip. It was very slow service and poor overall. As for the food, it was very good, no complaints about the taste or presentation. The cooks did a phenomenal job. It was a large serving size, and I had lots of food left. I could've easily split my meal with someone. It's very unfortunate to have received such poor service. I should've gone to the other restaurant like I had initially planned. I would never come here again. I do not recommend coming here. read more

Wildberry Pancakes and Cafe - Pancakes Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Always get Cookie Dough Waffle, Blueberry Danish Panckes are great, Don't get crepes. Blueberry Danish Pancakes: 4.5/5. Better than I'd remembered. Fluffy pancakes, lots of blueberries, nice sourness to balance the sweet. Cookie Dough Waffle: 5/5. Must get. Had to hide some or my 3-year old would have gobbled it all up. Sweet, chocolate-y. Creamy Nutella Crepes: 3/5. Not nutella, some other chocolate sauce. Crepes overly thick. Still OK but a far drop-off from top-tier pancakes and waffles. read more

Great atmosphere. This place can get packed, but they really did get a seated pretty quickly considering how busy it was. The food was amazing. Probably a little too much. I watched everybody leave with food boxes. It's definitely a great breakfast spot and larger than it looks, but also everybody wants to be there so make sure you get there early and get there hungry. they also seem to make people wait so you can't leave or get a text even though you're really close to some pretty cool things. read more

Wildberry Pancakes and Cafe - Breakfast platters with pancakes - Pancakes Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Been wanting to try since the summer. Definitely easier to get in during the winter. Food is great. Overall pretty good in terms of service and ambiance . read more

We had a great experience on Thursday 4/9/26. I came across this place while watching some YouTube videos while doing research for our Chicago trip. We got lucky that there was no wait at 8:30. As we left at 9:15 there were quite a few people waiting in line. Service was stellar, especially our young waitress. All the food was delicious: pancakes (easily shareable), side of bacon, and eggs benedict with hash browns. My wife's hot coffee and my iced coffee were tasty. Prices were fair. read more

Wildberry Pancakes and Cafe - Pancakes Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

My daughter and I were visiting Chicago and we liked the good Yelp reviews at this restaurant so decided to check it out and so glad we did. I love that they have gluten-free options, including the pancakes. I ordered the vegan hash and it was packed with mushrooms, spinach, tomatoes, and onions over hashbrowns with a huge veggie patty over it. It could've fed too easily. The omelettes are also a big portion. Quality of food was great, and even though we got there early Monday morning it was packed and bustling, but the staff was busy cleaning tables and seating people. It was very organized. Staff is also very attentive while we were dining. read more

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First we loved our server & his crazy fancy nails. The ambiance of outdoor seating probably would have been better if there were fans or something for some air movement- it was 90F with 80% humidity. But the food was underwhelming. Typical breakfast joint, nothing tasted better then at a roadside denny's. read more

Wildberry Pancakes and Cafe - 2 egg combo - Pancakes Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

I was very surprised to see how busy this place gets on a weekday . It's spacious indoor and even has outdoor seating but it still consistently commands wait times . Everyone working there seemed very friendly and welcoming from the jump till the end . As for the food , I had a veggie omelet with their berry bliss pancakes and some hash browns . Their "signature pancakes" would've certainly benefited with some more finesse and complexity with perhaps incorporating the berries into the pancakes and adding a proper signature worthy compote . Instead , they went the route of pretty drizzling that I ended up having to scrape off as it became too cloying . It was far more appetizing with the basic pancake syrup and berries but I would say the cakes themselves did have a unique melt in your mouth sorta texture that was quite enjoyable . The hash browns were more or less average and the omelet felt rather dry but was offset when paired with the more moist pancakes . Overall , I'd say this place executes "basic " at a high level . It has a low floor and low ceiling which makes it a safe option for a decent meal . I ate all of my meal but nothing really stood out and wowed me. read more

Wildberry Pancakes and Cafe - "Signature Berry Bliss" Pancakes . Plain is better ! - Pancakes Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

We were excited to try Wildberry Pancakes because of its popularity and high ratings, and we were willing to wait the quoted hour and a half. However, as the crowd began to thin, we noticed several parties the same size as ours--including people who arrived after us--being seated while we continued to wait without any explanation. When torrential rain started, we had to squeeze into a small covered area for shelter. The host who checked us in had already been dismissive, but I initially brushed it off because the restaurant was busy. As the wait continued and others were seated ahead of us, it became harder to ignore the difference in how we were being treated. I am a larger person who does not fit traditional standards of attractiveness, and unfortunately, I have experienced this kind of treatment before. I cannot say for certain why it happened, but I can say that I felt overlooked, dismissed, and unwelcome. When I raised my concerns with a manager, he did not listen to the full experience. Instead, he immediately said it could not have happened and told us we should be grateful they allowed us to stand under the small covered area during the rain. We ultimately left without eating because it was clear we were not being treated with the same consideration as other guests. The most disappointing part was not the wait--it was the refusal to listen or show basic empathy read more

Very, very popular, Wildberry is apparently the place to have breakfast in Chicago based alone on the lines and sheer volume of customers. Came on Easter Sunday brunch and there was an entire mass of people filling the sidewalks waiting. You can only enter the waitlist in person and can only be seated if all members are there. That said, Wildberry turns over incredibly quick. Easter Sunday around 11:30am was a 25-min wait and the food is served very fast. The tables are also cleaned very fast, be sure to grab what you're taking with you so you don't lose a milk, as my son found out. For as fast as it is though, the food is good. Crispy hashbrown, plenty of meat or cheeses, eggs done just as you asked and specialty pancakes such as oreo, cookie dough, or fruity pebbles. The orea s'mores pancake was very sugary and sweet but the skillets were great choices. read more

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Food 3.5/5 - I had the chicago style eggs Benedict and it was okay. The wildberry orange juice would have tasted better if it was cold. Service 1/5 - Staff was not friendly. I was seated outside and the staff promised to move me indoors, but they did not. Overall inattentive. Value 5/5 -It was pretty worth it for the price. Environment 5/5 - The outdoor area was pretty clean. Overall 3.5/5 - It's just an average breakfast place and it's overhyped read more

Staff was very friendly and welcoming. As soon as we were seated our server greeted us with a smile. There were so many excellent looking options to order but decided on the breakfast panini. It was simple, delicious and a big serving. The French fries were also some of the best fries I've ever had. read more

Wildberry Pancakes and Cafe - Breakfast Panini - Pancakes Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Was really excited to see all the "gluten friendly" stuff on their menu, only to be told their GF pancakes are made on the same griddle as all the regular ones and cross-contamination risk is high. Asked if they could make it separately in a pan and was told no. What's the point of having them on the menu if Celiacs can't eat them? Guess I wasn't missing out on much since the two pancakes others ordered were said to be way too sweet. I got the omelette with bacon ham and cheddar and it was well cooked and a large portion except I did bite into some egg shells. Also got double fruit portion as a side and it was fine. Their iced coffee is pretty decent too. Definitely some hits and some misses here. read more

Wildberry Pancakes and Cafe - Pancakes Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

I heard about this spot and I was so excited, I waiting an hour till they opened. I picked the Banana Coconut Cream Pie Pancakes. They had banana cream filling, a generous amounts of bananas, toasted coconut, cookie crumbles and caramel. Troy was my server and it was busy from the word go, so he was taking care of several tables. I let him know I was ready to order. So, when the plate of pancakes came I was so excited. It was tasty on the outset, but as I tried to find the banana cream filling, it was a small dollop in between each pancake. I guess I had something else in mind. They were tasty and I did enjoy it, but the crunchy coconut made it taste somewhat dry. My coffee was very good. I really enjoyed the Hazelnut Latte. I think next time I would order an ala cart amount of pancakes, so I could actually finish it. It was a good experience overall. read more

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Visited Chicago and tried Wildberry's. It was absolutely delicious. A must go breakfast place! read more

Wildberry Pancakes and Cafe - Cookie dough waffle - Pancakes Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Decided to go after seeing 10k plus reviews. Totally validated, was surprised did not have to wait. The fools was great, I like my poached eggs a bit runny they were well done, not runny. But the tomato substitution for bacon fixed that :) The service, seating and all were great. Gluten free pancakes yum! read more

Wildberry Pancakes and Cafe - Avocado Toast, gluten free Banana Pecan panckaes - Pancakes Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

My favorite breakfast spot. Usually there is a long queue, but my friend and I were lucky to walk in without any wait this time. I might be a little biased, but I always find the breakfast here delicious and fresh. This time we ordered the gingerbread chai latte, Firehouse chili and cheddar omelet, avocado toast with a side of hashbrowns and a mocha, and a stack of blueberry pancakes. Everything was really good. The service was very quick, and the place is spacious with a lot of seating. Overall, it's a great spot for breakfast. read more

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The food and service were wonderful. We would there every Sunday, if we lived in Chicago. The line looked ominous, but we only waited 40 minutes. read more

Wildberry Pancakes and Cafe - Pancakes Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

They have inside and out door dining. Outdoor is cover and very nice. Food came very quick. Service was amazing all workers helped out each other to insure everyone was taken care up. Breakfast was amazing!! read more

Wildberry Pancakes and Cafe - Banana Coconut Cream Pie Pancakes - Pancakes Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Walked up and were sat pretty quickly without a reservation. The service was excellent very knowledgeable and helpful and suggested great options! I had the brisket hash with the specialty pancakes and it was amazing, the portions are large so definitely enough to share, the ambiance was that of any cafe/breakfast spot; had indoor and outdoor seating, also very close/across the street from the bean and millennium park so made for a great start to the day read more

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The high reviews praising this spot are completely warranted. During my last visit, I ordered the Mexicana skillet with a side of the signature berry bliss pancakes. My husband ordered the corned beef hash skillet with a side of the cinnamon roll pancakes. We both thoroughly enjoyed our meals and were especially blown away by the pancakes. The pancakes themselves are so fluffy and the toppings on them were *chefs kiss*. Each order was super filling and I honestly think it could be shared among two people. We came on a Saturday morning about an hour after they opened and the waitlist was already 1.5 hours long, so be prepared to wait. Service was friendly but a bit slow. They offer both indoor and outdoor seating and the ambiance is casual. read more

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At my hotel, I asked my AI app where to go for breakfast, and Wildberry looked to be a very popular recommendation because of their food and proximity to Millennium Park (and the Bean). I was a little worried about line-ups, but we were there early on a Friday morning, so there was no line up, but still very busy. It's a very large space, and looks like a typical breakfast-focused restaurant. I ended up ordering the Chicago Benedict, just because I know I wouldn't be able to get it at home. It was OK. There was nothing special about the Italian Beef they used, but the giardiniera was quite hot and spicy which added some dimension. One of my friends ordered the specialty pancakes, which was a huge portion size (easily feed 2 people). It tasted fine, but other than portion size, nothing too remarkable. Service was fast and friendly. No complaints. Overall, it was an OK visit. I think every city has a popular pancake/breakfast place like this one and it serves a purpose. The food was satisfactory, but for me, not memorable. read more

Wildberry Pancakes and Cafe - Chicago Benedict - Pancakes Near Me - Chicago, Illinois