Delicious food, great staff, pretty prompt service even when they're slammed! A favorite spot for brunch

When I lived downtown Chicago I would always go to Wildberry whenever I could. I'd bring friends here and out of towners here as well! I haven't been to a location in almost 10 years so suffice to say I was very excited to come back! I got my usual signature berry bliss waffle and it was delightful. However it was outshined by the strawberry colada smoothie that was DEMOLISHED. My husband killed the cookie dough waffle, he got an espresso, and I ordered a side of bacon and another smoothie to go it was THAT GOOD!! I'm pretty sure we were greeted by the manager and assistant manager. Great service, great and BUSY location (I suspect they all are like this. They're just wonderful!) My husband said I didn't overhype it (even though I was drooling while I was describing this place to him lol) that it was a good call and he would go again. :) We'll see you next time! Thank you for the best trip down memory lane. read more

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Gluten free options for bread/toast, pancakes, and waffles. GF options all contain egg. Vegan Breakfast Hash - Vegan patty has soy Oatmeal Granola options are not Gluten Free Rye (normal with Gluten) is the only bread without egg. Please confirm food allergen information with your server. I'm going off of memory and the server who I spoke to which may not be 100% accurate. Parking is always a bit difficult after 10am on weekends. Parking lot is shared with Costco and fills up quickly. read more

Wildberry Pancakes and Cafe - Vanilla Latte - Almond milk - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Schaumburg, Illinois

We had a chicken panini and the Español omlette. The chicken was very dry and flavorless. The omlette was extremely dry. It crumbled apart Our order taker was pleasant and friendly. The music was loud, making the customers loud, and difficult to hear the person next to you. We will not be returning to Wildberry and will not recommend it to anyone. read more

My friend and I arrived around 8:15 AM and were seated immediately with no wait! For busier times, it's great to know you can join their waitlist directly on Yelp. They have a lovely patio seating area, and they even have a barista station in the waiting area so you can grab a coffee while you wait. The highlight of the visit was how incredibly accommodating they are for food allergies. They explicitly list gluten-free options on the menu, but the kitchen safety practices are what truly blew me away. Our server informed us that they have a dedicated toaster and a dedicated waffle maker for gluten-free items, and they will completely clean the griddle to prepare safe GF pancakes. I ordered an orange juice (which was fresh and really good) and opted for the baked potato omelette (ordered with no bacon), served with fruit and GF toast. When the server brought out the food, she explicitly confirmed it was gluten-free. She even went the extra mile to double-check with a Celiac staff member to guarantee that the table condiments were 100% safe for me. Both the food and the service were top-tier. I will absolutely be back to try more of their menu! read more

Wildberry Pancakes and Cafe - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Schaumburg, Illinois

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I really love this place, but at the same time, I usually try to avoid it because it's almost always busy. Today was different, though, I arrived early enough to beat the breakfast rush. Instead of ordering a traditional breakfast, I decided to try their signature WB BLT sandwich. Even though it's a simple sandwich, it's executed exceptionally well. The sourdough bread was perfectly toasted, the thick cut hickory smoked bacon was savory and packed with flavor, and the gooey egg yolk dripping into every bite made it even more satisfying. The layer of garlic mayo brought everything together and elevated the sandwich to another level. This sandwich alone is worth the trip. I'll definitely be coming back more often as long as I can avoid the crowds. read more

Wildberry Pancakes and Cafe - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Schaumburg, Illinois

This place was about 10 minutes or less from our hotel so we decided to check it out for breakfast one day. We came on a Saturday, I think around 10am. It was BUSY! Although the wait went pretty fast, about 20 minutes. I honestly do not remember what my husband ordered but it came with Pancakes as a side. He really loved it. I got the 'Falafel Benedict' which was pita, homemade hummus, baby arugula, falafel, poached eggs, harissa hollandaise, fresh dill, served with fruit. I love falafel but never heard of it as a Benedict but it was so flavorful. I almost finished the entire meal which is unheard of for me for breakfast. I am not a breakfast person. That being said, the portions were a good size too. They also had fresh squeezed orange juice which was delicious and always a must! Everyone was SO friendly here! They were also so quick. As soon as you finished a plate, it was gone. By the time you got the bottom of your drink, more would come. We told our server how great the bussers were doing. Some can be lazy... not here. She said she would tell management. They were hustling! I would 100% come back and recommend to others. read more

I came here with a friend for brunch around 10 am on a Wednesday. It was pretty busy but there was no wait. I liked the clean and bright atmosphere here, but it was pretty loud which made conversation difficult at times. Our server was excellent! He was very friendly and knowledgeable on menu items. He even made sure my friend and I knew not to feel rushed when we finished eating. The menu offers several breakfast and lunch options, all of which sound delicious, and some unique flavor offerings in comparison to what you would find at a typical brunch restaurant. I'm not much of a breakfast person, so I ordered the Medi Bowl from the seasonal menu and I loved it! It was a really large portion though, and I wasn't able to bring leftovers as it would have sat in my car for too long. Overall, I enjoyed my experience, and if I'm ever in the Schaumburg area for brunch, I'd come back! read more

Wildberry Pancakes and Cafe - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Schaumburg, Illinois

My son's girlfriend was in town from Michigan and we wanted to go to brunch before she headed back home. Wildberry gets so busy but you can easily get in line through Yelp. However, I'd join when you are 10 minutes away as sometimes the line goes quick and you get passed. After we are called for our seats, we wait in a small line as they prep the table. After we were seated, the staff quickly gave us water as we looked over the menu. I was not in the mood for a fancy breakfast so I went traditional, Two Eggs over medium, veggie patties (homemade), hash browns and pancakes with decaffeinated coffee with honey. The food came in a nice time, not too long and not too quick- enough to have a nice conversation while waiting. When the food came, everything was cooked to perfection. The eggs over medium, the hash browns were cooked and had that bit of crunch from the skillet. Pancakes were a nice size. And the veggie patties were tasty! The coffee with just honey hit the spot. It appears everyone else really liked their food as it was pretty quiet. Lol. I enjoy this place especially bringing family and friends from out of town. Good times and great memories. read more

Wildberry Pancakes and Cafe - Buttermilk Pancakes - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Schaumburg, Illinois

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My wife and I stopped here for breakfast before heading back home to Minnesota, and I'm glad we did because this place was outstanding. From the moment we walked in, everyone was friendly, welcoming, and attentive. Angie was our server and she did a fantastic job. She was friendly, checked on us throughout the meal, and made sure we had everything we needed. We both ordered the Denver skillets with turkey. My wife had turkey bacon, and I added both turkey bacon and sausage to mine. Everything was absolutely delicious, and the portion sizes were great. You definitely won't leave hungry. One thing that really stood out was how efficient the bussers were. This is one of the first restaurants I've been to where a plate doesn't sit on the table for more than a second before someone is there to remove it. It's a small detail, but it shows how much pride they take in customer service. I also want to thank Annabel, the hostess. I called ahead and she told me the restaurant wasn't busy yet, and she was right. Parking was easy and getting seated was no problem at all. The restaurant itself was very clean and had a great atmosphere. I also noticed they offer outdoor seating, which is a nice option. Overall, this was a wonderful experience from start to finish. The food was excellent, the staff was top-notch, and the service was some of the best we've had in a long time. The next time we're in town, this will definitely be our go to spot for breakfast. Kudos to Angie for being such a wonderful server. This place is top tier. read more

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We were given wrong info about the wait when we were heading in, and when we got there I explained to the host manager that we didn't have time to wait. It was completely jam packed at peak Saturday brunch time. We were heading out, but she graciously made it all work out, and she did not have to do that. She found us a little spot, alerted our waiter that we were in a huge hurry, and we had a SUPER YUMMY brunch and still made it to our appt in downtown chicago on time. We were so grateful that she went the extra mile for j read more

Had a wonderful brunch here over the weekend. Parking was a bit rough but thankfully for our reservation, we got in fairly quickly. The restaurant was packed and lively, expected for a Saturday morning! I got the Slow Roast Brisket Hash and my wife had the Berry Bliss Crepes. Both came out looking amazing. I was especially excited for my Slow Roast Brisket Hash since who doesnt love meat and crispy potatoes! Both us significantly enjoyed our meal and we would definitely return to try it again. Overall a great experience and wonderful food! read more

Wildberry Pancakes and Cafe - Slow Roast Brisket Hash - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Schaumburg, Illinois

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Why did I only find this place with only one more day of visiting Chicago. Let me tell you this is the best place for eggs, pancakes and waffles. We ordered the Los Altos english muffin, chorizo pork sausage, roasted red pepper, poached eggs, chipotle hollandaise, pico de gallo. It was simply amazing. Perfect spice and the egg was great. My son tried the fresh Belgian waffles Cookie Dough baked in cookie dough, topped with chocolate chips, whipped cream, chocolate drizzle. He loved them and gave me a small piece to try. One of the best waffles I've ever had. The service was amazing and the ambiance is very quiet and nice. We will be back tomorrow on the last day of our vacation. read more

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The interesting thing about going to breakfast cafe's is the pancakes can be hit or miss. Well let me say, today's pancakes were a HIT! Haha! The service was stellar too. : ) read more

Wildberry Pancakes and Cafe - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Schaumburg, Illinois

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I was staying a nearby hotel and this place was mentioned to me for breakfast. I came on a Sunday, so it was a bit busy, but definitely worth the wait, especially since they take good care of you. From the moment you walk in, you can definitely tell this place is a bit magical. The people, the environment, the smell, all amazing. I saw down and took what the waiter recommended: chilaquiles. I have to say it is the best chilaquiles I have ever had. From start to finish, each bite was amazing and I couldn't believe how great it was. Definitely a spot to check out. read more

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Stopped by Wildberry for breakfast. The service was great. Seated right away, ordered and food was out very quickly restaurant was spacious and comfortable. I ordered 2 eggs with bacon, hash browns and toast. It was delicious! You have to try this place. You will not be disappointed. read more

Wildberry Pancakes and Cafe - 2 eggs, bacon, hash browns and toast. Very good. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Schaumburg, Illinois

Clearly people have processed food taste buds. I asked the waiter if the pancakes were from scratch, of course she said yes. Liessssssss pancakes taste like bagged cornbread. Nobody wants to cook anymore just serve junk food. The chicken sausage is cold and needs sage and a few other components. Bacon cold nothing special. Hot food is hot that's a rule that needs to be followed to the T in food service. All the meats are just in the warmer. The laziness is blowing my top. Another failed attempt. Then they franchise it all around. Trash read more

Wildberry Pancakes and Cafe - Lies and deceit - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Schaumburg, Illinois

If I had 6 stars this place would get that for a rating. OMG where do I begin to critique a place that offers sheer heavenly food options. The biggest dilemna is choosing just one. I opted for their Signature Bliss Berry French toast. Just take one look at the photo and it will tell all. The best part is the service is as great as the food. Run don't walk to get here. Take my hint and join the waitlist before you go to cut the wait! read more

Wildberry Pancakes and Cafe - "Signature Berry Bliss" French toast - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Schaumburg, Illinois

Wildberry was a fantastic breakfast stop and easily one of the best values we've found on our recent Chicagoland visit. The food was delicious, and the portions were huge! Definitely enough to leave satisfied. The atmosphere was lively and welcoming, and despite being packed on a Monday morning, the experience never felt rushed. I can only imagine how busy it gets on weekends! The service was phenomenal from start to finish, and we especially appreciated the variety of menu options that could be made gluten-free. Great food, great service, great value and we'll definitely be back. read more

Love Wildberry Pancakes! This is our 3rd visit to this Wildberry location in the last 3 years. We reserved via Yelp. Turns out, on this Monday morning at 9:45, while they were busy, there was no wait. We got seated, waters and menus arrived instantly. A few moments later, our server arrived and took our order. They are fast here! Today, we had coffees and we shared: - Chèvre Hash Skillet - Upgraded cakes to the Blueberry Danish pancake OMG - it was an amazing breakfast. Our server Jose H was Johnny on the spot. He was quick and always around if needed. The food was served hot, it was tasty and it was easily shareable. This was the first time we'd tried the Chèvre Hash Skillet. We enjoyed it - though I think we still favor the Corned Beef Hash Skillet. In addition, the speed of activity here, I really like the team spirit of the staff. It is so evident. Empty plates on your table don't linger. And the attitude of everyone we encountered, from the hostess to the servers to the bus people. Amazing. Don't think hard about eating at a Wildberry Pancakes - just go. You'll love it. read more

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Wildberry always seems to be a go-to brunch spot in the Schaumburg area! Parking can be a bit tough as they share a lot with Costco but going before 10am helps. The restaurant itself has a large indoor dining room as well as some outdoor patio seating. Their menu has a variety of breakfast and lunch staples. I visited as a group of 4 on a Saturday and only had to wait about 10 minutes for a table to open up. Our server, Fran, was wonderful with checking in on us, not rushing our group, and getting everything we needed in a timely fashion. All of the food comes in large portions so be prepared for a hearty meal or leftovers! This visit, I got the Two Eggs Any Style: Scrambled Eggs, Bacon, Hashbrowns, and my Pancakes to-go. I also got a Salted Caramel Latte. Everything I ordered was good, not great. While their menu is large, I often find items are pricey. Rather than offering classic basics, their items are loaded up with not needed toppings to up the price. I was also disappointed to find out all of their pancake batters are prebatched so simple modifications couldn't be accommodated. Their menu is also misleading on pricing as my meal didn't have to come with protein and would have been -$3 without. Overall, there seems to be a cult following for Wildberry. They have a good thing going but I often leave feeling I overpaid for a dish that doesn't exceed my expectations. Tip: Cut down your waiting time by joining the waitlist ahead of arriving through their Yelp page! read more

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Came here with a party of 9 without a reservation and got seated pretty fast. This is place is extremely busy and I can see why. Our service was amazing and very attentive as we got started with everything. I got the chèvre skillet and it was not bad. If you love goat cheese this is a must and the everything bagel seasoning on top was an interesting touch. I had a couple bites of the chicken waffles and omg this was so delicious. The perfect mix of savory and sweet and the chicken has the most interesting fry. It felt healthy to eat and the jalapeños with bacon was the perfect mix. Good food but a kind of long wait but I see why people love this place so much. read more

Fabulous spot to celebrate holidays. The decor is beautiful and the holiday breakfast specials did not disappoint. Food was great, service was great and atmosphere was great. This will be an annual tradition. read more

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Oh my God, the food was so, so, so delicious! The service by Tony L was exceptional -- he helped us get seated at the best table Wildberry could offer. I just loved the ambiance so much. When you have all three of your main checks taken care of, the wait is equally impressive. We had to wait an hour and a half to get seated. Luckily, there was a Costco close by -- we did our shopping, and by the time we were done, we got the call. Overall, it's one of the best places for breakfast if you are in the area. read more

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I had the Oreo S'mores Pancakes. Amazing! They were hot and fluffy and so good. They were fluffy enough that when you cut into them I could not stuff the 4 pieces in my mouth at once. The bacon was nothing to write home about. It was floppy and barely looked cooked. The tea I had to drink was gross to me. It was fruit flavored and I only drink black tea. I didn't look at the menu and I didn't ask so that was on me. I would definitely come back and eat more pancakes. read more

Wildberry Pancakes and Cafe - Oreo S'mores Pancakes - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Schaumburg, Illinois

Located next to the busy Costco, this is an excellent family pancake restaurant. Be prepared for a 30-45 minute wait, but this place is definitely worth it! I recommend their savory cut off the bone ham, which is soft, juicy and has a nice smoked flavor. The original eggs Benedict has this delicious ham with two English muffins, poached eggs and Hollandaise sauce with their hash browns. Be sure to try their featured berry bliss pancakes, soft, fluffy pancakes with strawberries, blueberries, blackberries, and berry sauce. read more

Omg they have the best food you won't be disappointed in anything super nice servers as well. Food comes fast.

The staff was friendly and professional. From what I can tell, the pancakes, waffles, and crepes are the stars on the menu. Colorful, flavorful, and fun:) it's a fairly large establishment that can accommodate a large parties. The omelet was a large portion. Unfortunately we found a piece of hair which was a slight downer. I hope the back of the house is keeping up with safety. I'd give it another shot. Next time I'll try the crepes. read more

Wildberry Pancakes and Cafe - View of curling from my table - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Schaumburg, Illinois

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The food was good but the wait was ridiculous, waited 25 minutes on the waitlist then got seated and waited 30 minutes for our food , service was incredible and our waitress was amazing so that was a plus ! If you don't mind a wait I would recommend this place . We came on a Saturday morning read more

Wildberry Pancakes and Cafe - Denver Skillet Denver Skillet - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Schaumburg, Illinois

I needed breakfast and my hotel didn't have it. So I walked a mile here. I was seated right away. I had eggs Benedict Florentine with hash browns. It was good. The restaurant is nice. read more

Wildberry Pancakes and Cafe - Florence Benedict - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Schaumburg, Illinois

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Everything about here is awesome!! Traveled to Chicago and ate breakfast there..food was great and service was awesome

Overall: Satisfied with the French toast & large menu selection. Gave 1 star off for the long wait times/slower service on a Saturday morning. - Would I return?: Yes, I liked the breakfast food. My Food ---------- * Ordered- "Signature Berry Bliss" French Toast * Flavor & Taste- The toast is very moist, easy to cut, and delicious. The sauce was sweet and added a lot of flavor with the berries. Overall, it was very sweet, creamy, and filling. * Order again?- I would order it again, but be warned that it's very sweet. * Portion Size vs. Price- $19 for the plate, which is very pricey. Though, I did feel full after eating it- I would prefer that over still being hungry. * Menu Variety- Large and good variety The Place -------------- * Atmosphere- Large sitting area, lots of tables lots of families and larger groups eating, family style. * Service- Friendly but busy and not super attentive * Crowd Levels- 10am Saturday, busy, 30-60 min wait time * Cleanliness- Clean, nice modern restaurant * Location- Nice area with lots of shopping and restaurants * Parking- Free large parking read more

Wildberry Pancakes and Cafe - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Schaumburg, Illinois

One of my favorite breakfast spots!! How do they make all their food taste so good?? My guess lots of butter. Try it you won't regret it. Can be a line but it seems to move at a decent pace. read more

I don't know when the restaurant came to Schaumburg, IL, but I love the spot, location, food, service, and ambiance. Thank goodness for the Yelp and Wildberry Pancakes and Cafe partnership especially when waiting for a table. read more

Love coming here. The food quality and quantity are both amazing. It's the best spot for breakfast or brunch in the Chicago suburbs. The wait on busy days is always worth it, so don't be discouraged if you get put on a waitlist. I'd recommend any of the skillets since they come with pancakes. The ambience is clean, loud, and always busy, but it's all worth it for the delicious food and beverages. read more

Wildberry Pancakes and Cafe - Oreo S'mores Pancakes, Mexicana Skillet, Caramel Latte, Crispy Chicken Sandwich - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Schaumburg, Illinois

We knew this place was going to be good based on the wait for the venue and stellar yelp review. They do a good job of getting people in and out of this venue. The chillaquilles while good were not spectacular. The other dishes looked good and the smoothies were above average. Definitely take advantage of putting your name on the wait list on your way to the venue. I forgot to and we had to wait for about a half an hour . If you like my reviews, consider "following" my profile for reviews all across the SF Bay Area . Why "follow" someone? It causes the person you follow's reviews to tier to top when you pull up a business. I find this very handy when researching venues. Rod's Review grading scale explained. Essentially I personally base it on the likelihood of a return visit and I try to be stingy with 5 star reviews since they should be "special" in my eyes. Price/Value also play a role obviously but there are $ and $$$$ littered across my grading scale. 5 stars - "I'll go out of my way" (approx 6 % of my reviews) 4 stars- "If I was in the area I'd go here and would recommend", (approx 38% of my reviews) 3 stars "Maybe if was nearby", (approx 37% of my reviews) 2 stars -"Would likely not return, Only if you want to go", (approx 16% of my reviews) 1 star -"No thanks, even if I was hungry", (approx. 3 % of my reviews) read more

The French toast was the best and served with fresh strawberries. The cafe macchito was excellent jut like I enjoyed in our visits to Italy. The coffee menus were unlike any other. This is a great choice for brunch. Libby read more

This is probably the best breakfast I've ever had. Everything we got was just incredible. The scrambled eggs are so flavorful and dark. My partner and I were talking about how they had to be from happy chickens! I got the Blueberry Danish crepes with the strawberry mango smoothie, and my partner got the fried chicken and biscuits with an iced honey toffee nut latte. We both loved everything we got! The honey toffee nut latte was not as sweet as I would've expected but my partner doesn't love super sweet coffee so he said it was perfect. My smoothie was very creamy and delicious! MAKE RESERVATIONS! I was absolutely shocked how packed this place was on a Monday at 11 am-- I can't even imagine on a weekend. There were no spots in the parking lot and cars were making their own spots! Tons of people were waiting inside for a table and every table was packed (the atmosphere was quite loud, so maybe not the place to go for a conversation or try to get a table outside!). I made a reservation just to be safe since we were stopping here on a road trip, and man I'm glad I did. We were seated very quickly and our order came out quickly! We will definitely be back any time we are in the area! read more

Wildberry Pancakes and Cafe - Cars making their own parking spots since the lots were full! - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Schaumburg, Illinois

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Everything is really good and portions are huge. Definitely recommend using the waitlist, especially if you have a large number of people in your party. read more

great service ce and kept everybody moving and fed! Way too much food so have fun sharing or trying special caffe! read more