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    Yolk - South Loop

    4.0 (2.9k reviews)
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    YOLK - SOUTH LOOP ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Classy
    Casual
    Good for kids

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    Sonya M.

    I had breakfast at Yolk for the first time since 2013 and, I can confirm that it (sadly) hasn't changed since my last visit. We visited on a busy Sunday morning around 11am. It was buzzing with diners, so it took about ten minutes to be seated. Our waitress was really nice and very attentive. I don't recall her name, but she was a young, Indian lady. She had a radiant smile and sunny disposition. She didn't rush us and took the time to ensure that she had gotten our order correct. i ordered the hash browns, eggs, bacon and toast. The eggs were great but everything else left something to be desired. The bacon had a lot of gristle on it and was very salty. The hash browns weren't cooked enough. They weren't browned at all, and the toast wasn't toasted enough. It was also chewy and much harder than I would have expected. My sister ordered the corned beef hash. She was disappointed because there was very little corned beef! It was mostly hash browns... she said if she'd known that the serving was so small she would've ordered it as a side. She felt the same way I did about the hash browns and toast. They also charged her $4 for a toddler-sized glass of orange juice. I understand that it's freshly squeezed, but the size was a complete rip-off. The environment is louder than most restaurants, but it's comfortable. The bathroom was also clean. My sister wanted to let the waitress know that the corned beef serving was minimal so she could warn other patrons before they ordered it. She genuinely wasn't trying to get a discount, but the waitress insisted on mentioning the complaint to her manager. She was very apologetic even though it wasn't her fault. Anyway, our waitress comes back and says that the manager had taken the corned beef off the bill. That was unexpected and a very nice thing to do. My sister gave the waitress a fifteen dollar tip as a result. It turns out that Yolk still isn't my cup of tea. Give it a try though. Maybe it'll be yours...

    Marion H.

    Sooo Yolk was a pretty basic start to the day. There was a bit of chaos figuring out the seating at first, but they eventually got it sorted. The place was very busy, and the staff were clearly hustling, so we went ahead and put our full order in all at once. The food was filling, with a few things I'd tweak. If you're just looking for a solid, no-frills breakfast spot, this works. What we ordered: Avocado Toast: So good Two Eggs & Bacon: Not a fan of cheese being added on top of scrambled eggs... like why? Also, the bacon wasn't as crispy as I prefer Cheese Grits: Yummy Corned Beef Hash: Surprisingly good mix

    The Farm House
    Kelsey B.

    My friends and I came here after the Shamrock Shuffle, and it was the PERFECT post race breakfast! No matter what kind of breakfast you're in the mood for, there's something on the menu for you. We had 7 people in our group on a Sunday morning and had to wait for a little bit, but got seated fairly quickly. The restaurant was packed but our server was still very attentive and got us everything we needed. Would definitely come back again!

    Lemon Blueberry Cakes
    Rae Lynne K.

    Breakfast and Brunch? ABSOLUTELY! I was in town for the chicago marathon and needed some breakfast. My friend went early and got on the list for a table, it was about a 20 min wait! It was packed on a Saturday! We were seated quickly in a nice corner booth. Given menus and had our drink orders taken super quick. I had the lemon blueberry pancakes. Scrumptious! The flavor was so light and the pancakes so fluffy! My friend has some kind of cinnamon roll French toast and roll. It was soooo good! The bathrooms located in the back of the restaurant were super clean.

    A Big Green Machine Omelet with Chicken Sausage and an order of French Toast
    Nate L.

    We stopped by later in the day around 11a and there was a wait to be seated. The wait was short, about 15 minutes and we were seated in a booth. The service here is quick and friendly and our order was taken right away. I had the "Green Machine Omelet" which is made of egg whites and has spinach, green pepper, broccoli, garlic (heavy) and chicken sausage. My companion had the French toast and fruit. The food servings were large and tasty. The items tasted fresh and we are looking forward to our next visit.

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    Rob K.

    My wife and I were looking for somewhere to have breakfast on a Tuesday morning close to our hotel and Yolk fit the bill. It was a 5-7 minute walk to Yolk. We were promptly greeted and seated. Our waitress was extremely friendly and attentive. We placed our order and it arrived in no time. I had two eggs over medium, hash browns, sausage, and wheat toast. Everything was great. My wife ordered an omelette and enjoyed her omelette. I'd definitely recommend Yolk for breakfast. It's a quaint place that does what it needs to for breakfast. It's a solid option!

    Yolk Berry Bliss
    Orrin E.

    We heard about this place- there's a few locations in Chicago, this bright and sunny location was bustling on a Sunday morning. They don't take reservations but thankfully we were seated right away. Their portions are pretty hefty but our group did well finishing their food! We started with a few lattes than ordered blueberry pancakes, avocado toast, yolk berry bowl, corned beef hash and a bagel. We all thoroughly enjoyed our food. Our waitress was really friendly and attentive. Definitely recommend checking out one of their locations.

    Jason A.

    We came here for brunch. Everything was perfect. They have some really interesting coffees, served warm or cold. The skillet with hash browns and omelette is delicious. We also had the pancakes which were amazing too. The waiters were really nice and pleasant

    Cheesy Grits
    Mollie W.

    Two eggs combo with hash browns, chicken sausage and pancakes for $19? Yes, please! Corned beef hash and eggs with pancakes for $22? Of course! I had Yolk in my Yelp collection I built before my trip to Chicago so what a surprise to find it right next to my hotel as I trekked from the L train to Grant Park. They didn't blink an eye when I entered with suitcase, even finding me a table towards the back out of traffic. Destiny provided eggceptional service with a razzle dazzle smile and great attitude. The menu was extensive, but I settled on the egg combo, curious about the "side of pancakes." This "side" was actually one YUGE pancake that, when experienced, was like a meal in itself. Destiny kept the coffee coming and was very attentive to this weary traveler. Eggcelent breakfast and ambiance.

    Julia S.

    Great sit-down restaurant for breakfast / brunch. A no frills joint for good, American-style breakfast. The menu is quite extensive, service is fairly attentive, and food doesn't take long to come out. I wouldn't overly recommend the french toast (it was quite egg-y and not cinnamon-y enough for me / a bit too soggy) but the eggs & protein were very good. And my horchata coffee was delicious. As soon as our party walked in, we were greeted with a friendly smile, and once we were sat our waitress was quick to ask us what we'd like to get started. Our server checked in with us a few times during our stay, and left us our check for whenever we were ready. It was also a breeze to pay (scan a QR code and pay via mobile wallet).

    Green Machine

    Went in for a take out order. Manager very nice and helped me order for my celiac disease and answered all my questions. Assured me the safety of my food and even offer gluten free bread ( not toasted!!) Omelet was delicious! Very happy until I saw the bread ! Luckily it was wrapped separately but it was clearly toasted and was also regular bread. Too large for it to be GF. Luckily I caught it but it could have ended bad for me Overall a very good restaurant but take extra care if you have allergies

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    Tracy N.

    The lemon blueberry pancakes were the best I have ever had. The staff was attentive and everything came out quickly and efficiently.

    Mia H.

    It's a cute place, service was totally fine, the food was just okay. It was in my opinion and my friend I was with pretty underwhelming and felt really under seasoned. The pancakes were good though!

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    The food was quite bland and overpriced, but the service was good. The restaurant was fairly empty when I went.

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    We were there before Bears game. Very busy, but good service and good quality food. Would try again.

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    Best breakfast place ever! Food was excellent. Coffee was great. Service was great. Will be back next time in Chicago.

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    Still BYOB??l been a few years since this was asked!

    Yes, we are still BYOB :)

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    Yes we are. :)

    Is this a BYOB place?

    Yep. You can bring your own bubbly for mimosas or vodka for Bloody Marys. We provide the OJ or Strawberry OJ, as well as your award winning Bloody Mary Mix.

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    La Malinche Coffee & Tea House

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    Stopped by La Malinche Coffee & Tea House in Pilsen to try something new. Place is nice and quiet…read more Bright pink walls, little decorative hearts, alebrijes all around and full piano in the room. Felt cozy right away. The staff were really welcoming, for an early morning. I got the hot chocolate. Honestly that's exactly what I needed that morning. It had that real Mexican chocolate taste. Thick, creamy, smooth and rich. The cinnamon came through warm but not too strong, plus a little extra on top that hit your nose before the first sip. Sweet and it almost had this slight earthy note too... hard to explain but good. It even had that little design on top, like the ones they do on cappuccinos. Didn't expect that but it was cool. I finished it slow. Didn't wanna rush it. Just sat there taking small sips and enjoying it while it was still hot.

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    Dolce Arte

    Dolce Arte

    4.1
    (71 reviews)
    3.2 mi

    Not sure why I had not reviewed this soot earlier, I come here often, in fact I'm here right now…read more Great spot! Set in an old warehouse that is now an art gallery event space and restaurant nestled in an older warehouse district in Bridgeport neighborhood of Chicago. Beautiful decor and laid out perfectly. The natural wood floors furniture ie tables chairs etc and iron work throughout sets the ambiance for old meets new. It works. The wide spacing between tables makes for a comfortable dining experience. So many folks come in to do their work and dine here. What a super addition to the neighborhood that less than a decade ago was essentially a street that was more a run down semi-truck alley. Great menu with neighborhood favorites leaning toward the old school Italian dishes. Sandwiches, soups, salads, and breakfasts just to name a few are all excellent. The pastries are insane and a must take home deal. I love the American Breakfast. Three eggs your way, thick diced America potatoes, thick cut bacon, and sourdough toast. Accompanied by what I believe to be home made jelly and for sure homemade gardiniera. Caruso's gardiniera actually. Diced into a relish unlike most standard gardiniera it's easier to eat with many dishes. Excellent flavor and just the right kick to it. FYI Dolce Arte also sells a to go line of homemade Caruso products from their gardiniera to past and past sauces and more. Yes, their coffee is really good too. Lavazza products I believe. The service is always on point. Casual but on point. Very friendly staff from diverse backgrounds. This is the place you bring people close to you, business lunches, meetings, formal ir informal, or like me, save it for myself as my own getaway spot. It's an artists dream and sets a positive time for any gathering.

    The staff is amazing and so is the food! The twins and I…read moreate everything! There was so much left over we ate it for breakfast the next morning! Next time I'm adding photos! Sorry it was so good I forgot to take any .

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    I have had their pastries many times (the BEST in neighborhood), only  2nd time having reg food.

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    I have had their pastries many times (the BEST in neighborhood), only 2nd time having reg food.
    The Stockyard Coffeehouse

    The Stockyard Coffeehouse

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    I freaking love this place. Their drinks are so unique and good at the same time! The area is a bit…read moresmall especially given it was crazy when we went on a Sunday afternoon. I had the regular coffee flight and their valentine special coffee flight. Their drinks were soooo good and tastes just like how you would expect it to taste. I cannot wait to come here and try other drinks! I would definitely come here for coffee if I am ever in the area. The price is decent, the taste is amazing, and the people here are super friendly. The owner said they took over the store next door to expand the coffee shop, so stay tune for an expansion? Hands down one of the most legit coffee spots I would keep coming back to even if it's out of the way sometimes. My husband ordered a bagel sandwich cause he was hungry and we thought it was fine. If you're ever in the area, you must come here for the coffee! They even use the good ice so that way your drinks stays cold and not watered down immediately! IYKYK

    This southside coffee shops offered a variety of drinks (caffeinated/ non-caffeinated option) but…read morethe best part in my option is their flights. Why would you not order a flight to try a variety of drinks all at once? We had the hibiscus lemonade and matcha flight, the mango con crema and banana con crema were the standouts. We went on a weekend and there was a long line but it moved pretty quickly. Limited seating space but there are also chairs and tables on the outside. Street parking available. They also offer brunch food items which we did not get to try. But overall cute shop with a variety of speciality drinks that I will definitely try in the future.

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