A quiet place with a nice vibe. I got the lemon blueberry pancakes and was delighted with the lemon flavor not being overshadowed by the blueberries. Our server, Robert, was very welcoming and made sure to check up on our table. read more

My children ate bread for breakfast. This was my first time vising a Yolk restaurant ever. My girls love breakfast. I was disappointed with the kids menu. The Happy Pancakes and French Toast were exactly that. No side of fruit, egg, bacon or sausage. Just bread! We often go out for breakfast and there is always more to it. I had to order a side of eggs and by the time it came to our table my girls were full from all the bread. Such a disappointing meal. I would suggest giving smaller portions of the pancakes and French Toast and adding fruit at the minimum. read more

This was a great place to have breakfast! The eggs Benedict was tasty and the ambiance was calm! Just be aware of how gigantic the cinnamon roll is. Delicious, but humongous. The service was quick and didn't feel rushed to finish eating. Would definitely come back! read more

Went here for a quick breakfast with my family before an appointment. We were waiting to be seated and my mom asked if they had a restroom but the host said they didn't. My mom and cousin had to exit the building and walk across the road to Potbelly because the public restroom in Ogilvie station was under maintenance. While eating, we noticed customers going in and out a hallway and we asked our server and were shocked when she said that they did have a restroom! Obviously we were very unhappy about this and asked to talk to the manager. She went on to explain that the reason the host denied about their establishment having a restroom was because people who didn't eat in the restaurant still used their restrooms even though it was only for customers. Ok, that's totally understandable but how come the host didn't correct the misconception when we were being seated already as "customers" who were about to eat in their restaurant? The manager was very obvious in siding with her worker with her empty platitudes and condescension. Like the tone she had going for her was "so you were ok in the end though? Despite the inconvenience, no accidents happened?" My mom had a little accident and the manager had the audacity to reply "oh, no...would you like me to cover the dry cleaning service?" Like no, instead of covering for your incompetent host, you should be more sincere with the way you dealt with the situation. I never believed in the saying that the customer was always right but in that instance, we were the ones in the right but were treated with rudeness and given empty apologies. No wonder the host could treat the customers like that when the manager was just as unpleasant! They both need to be retrained in how to deescalate a conflict, especially when they were clearly in the wrong! Also, the food was nothing to write home about. The pancake was the type that when you chewed, it got stuck at the roof of your mouth. I got the Croque Madame and the challah French toast was oily and dry. The potatoes were under seasoned and seemed like the type you could buy from your local grocery's frozen aisle. My mom ordered baked salmon and we had to return it and got something else because it was dry and hard to chew. Suffice it to say that we didn't even take home the left overs because the food was as mediocre and underwhelming as the host and manager of this establishment. Definitely the worst breakfast place we've been to! If I could give negative stars, I definitely would! read more

Out of all of the brunch places I've tried in the West Loop, this has been my least favorite. Now, hear me out. Nothing about Yolk is bad. Service is fine. Food is fine. Atmosphere is fine. But when you're located in the West Loop with tons of phenomenal brunch places within a couple minute walk, Yolk just needs something to stand out aside from its short wait time. It's just solidly underwhelming. read more

The strawberry orange juice was amazing!!!! My breakfast sandwich on the other hand was very bland. It was good but not the best. My breakfast sandwiches from the bodega still beats this. My server was great- attentive! Nice huge diner located in downtown Chicago. The server gets 5 stars for sure! read more

Yolk - West Loop - Cheesy Egg Sandwich - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Great experience! Good portions! Fast service! Plenty of food! Great for breakfast read more

At Yolk everything is a sample size. Even their water glasses. Portions are super small I've ordered steak and eggs and my steak was super thin like paper. Do yourself a favor and avoid this place. I definitely won't be coming back. read more

We needed to grab some breakfast before my husband had to get to a conference at the opera house. We gave ourselves an hour, which seemed like it would be plenty of time. I chose this spot because of the good reviews. It was about half full in the main dining area, so not too crowded or noisy. We were ready to order as soon as our waitress came to greet us. It took a long time to get our food. And it took a long time again to get a to go cup. My husband had to leave the meal before we had even been able to ask for our check because he was going to be late. The food tasted fine--typical diner fair, and our server was friendly. But the long wait times made us feel rushed and unable to enjoy our meal. read more

Yolk is exactly what one would expect from a downtown Chicago take on an omelet and sandwich diner. It sports bright cheery decor with light woods and splashes of yellow and blue. And the service is equally cheery and polished. I ordered the croque madame with potatoes. It was piled with a copious amount of ham and turkey. Just the right amount of sauce, and a hint of sweetness. My only complaint was that the sunny side up egg was cooked much less than my preference, and the potatoes were a little under done as well. A few seconds back on the grill and the egg on top was a perfect over easy with a liquid yolk. Prices are slightly high for what you get. But what can one expect in the loop. And I'll get at least one more meal from my breakfast leftovers. So overall not bad. Figure $15-18 per person. read more

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Excellent portion size , cool location, great coffee and fantastic customer service! read more

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A great brunch spot in Chicago. Located in the train station. Went in with a couple of friends and we all got different things to try. Love that it is bring your own drinks as well. We did not but it's fun that they do do this. I tried the chilaquilles and they were so good especially being Hispanic myself I can highly recommend them and they do give you a kick of spice. I also had one of their signature coffees which I loved as well. Great service and definitely one that I recommend. read more

Yolk - West Loop - Chilaquiles Verde - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

The breakfast spot located downtown has amazing breakfast. The all star combo is the way to go since you get amazing eggs, sausage, and perfectly crisp bacon. The place is big, clean and hip. The service was amazing. Our server made sure we were comfortable and had all we needed. The portions are massive and the coffee and tea adds more to the experience. This was one of my favorite breakfast spots in the city. If you're a chocolate fan try the Nutella crepes and they won't disappoint. read more

Yolk - West Loop - Nutella Crepes - Yolk All - Star Combo - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Extensive variety of high quality meals served up in ample quantities. Bright, welcoming interior. Excellent service. Go early, before 8:30 or 9:00, to avoid/reduce waiting. read more

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Great place to grab a quick brunch. Went on a Sunday around noon and there was plenty of seating available. You can also check business via Yelp waitlist. I ordered the mac and cheese and thought it was pretty good! The other brunch food seemed pretty average, nothing crazy, but just typical Brunch food. If you are looking for a quick brunch spot this'll do the trick! read more

Yolk - West Loop - Breakfast Mac & Cheese - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Omelet you in on a little secret: if you are brooding over a place to scramble up your weekend brunch routine, you can say yellow to a new favorite. I promise this one will go over easy with everyone in your group! All cheesy puns aside, this turned out to be a hit for a new breakfast spot on a recent Windy City weekend with a friend. We were headed to the West Loop one morning in Chicago, and after seeing the ratings and photos of Yolk, we decided that was the place for us. Located in the first floor of what seems to be a shopping center, it's sprawling and modern, and we were immediately seated. The menu is almost overwhelming -- everything looks delicious! I finally decided on the El Torero Scrambler, ans my friend went for the Avocado toast with salmon. Service is extremely prompt here, and it felt like 5 minutes later that our food arrived. After swapping a little of each of what we ordered, we dug in. My scrambler was exactly what I was looking for with a filling and savory selection; I got the savory potatoes "crispy" and they looked, well, a little too crispy. Maybe next time I'll just get them cooked normally. While Avocado toast is not usually my go-to, the one here was exceptional. One bite of my friend's toast and I was trying to figure out how to emulate the recipe at home. So, don't be a chicken, head on over and I think you'll agree, that this flocking place will leave everyone feeling sunny side up! read more

Yolk - West Loop - El Torero Scrambler with seasoned potatoes and a side of English muffin - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

The food was eggcellent - very generous portions, everyone in my party could not finish the plate despite how delicious everything was. I loved the Oat Milk Horchata coldbrew, which tasted like an iced coffee but with a hint of cinnamon toast crunch-flavored milk. The waitress was very friendly and accommodating! read more

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Left the hotel to take a walk and get breakfast. The food really was terrible. Even the hash browns were seasoned odd and overly salty and that's a simple dish. I would not recommend. read more

The worst experience twice now. The food is just okay. I've not had anything that is impressive. The last time I got a patty melt. I asked for the thousand island 3 times. After getting balsamic instead. The server finally told me they were out of thousand island to go with the patty melt. They should have mentioned that before I ordered. So my food was cold by the time I had to find a server to help me. Very unprofessional! I have been to one other location as well and the food is just overpriced for what it is. I don't get how they have so many good reviews! It's not good. read more

OMG the food was amazing waffles hard on the outside soft on the inside service is so great everyone is so nice and respectful very clean and took care of 11/10 would recommend read more

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Their portions are HUGE! The Countryside Skillet was filling in itself, but it also comes with a side of pancakes. We had to take the pancakes to-go because we were stuffed. I really liked the Very Berry French Toast as well. It was a great complement of sweetness to our savory skillet dish. The service is fantastic here, everyone was super friendly and our waitress was great! The restaurant is pretty large and can fit tons of people. However, the seating can be a bit cramped because the tables are arranged peculiarly. You will probably have to squeeze by other patrons when going to your seat. The price was very reasonable, especially given the amount of food you get. Overall, a great breakfast place that will get you stuffed! read more

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Was told a lot of great things about this place for breakfast. The customer service was EXCELLENT! Our waitress Jennifer was very attentive and polite. The atmosphere was clean and inviting. When we first got our food, it was not how at all. However, with some assistance from management, that was fixed quickly. The pancakes were fluffy and the bacon was delicious. The sausage didn't have an overall good taste. One of the best things about the menu is that they had kombucha! I'm on a kombucha kick and I was really excited to see it on the menu, plus the brand that I love! read more

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my boyfriend and i went to yolk for brunch and were not disappointed. we were seated instantly even while having a full house our drinks: fresh squeezed strawberry lemonade & oat milk horchata cold brew both drinks were sooo delicious, i love the mason jar it came in. they also have good ice like at Chick-fil-A which was surprising to see our order: breakfast mac and cheese & yolk all star combo i got the mac and cheese w a sunny side up. my egg was cooked perfectly, the right amount of fried and yolk! definitely will come here again before leaving Chicago :) read more

Yolk - West Loop - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Yummy food and good portions! THE PLACE: The restaurant is neatly and modern decorated and definitely felt like a "breakfast" joint. It was SUPERRRR clean, especially the bathrooms, I was very impressed. THE FOOD: The taste, portion and presentation of the food outstanding! I ordered the West Coast Crepes and my friend ordered the California Omelet. My crepes were sinfully sweet but not overbearing, inside, they were heavily stuffed with deliciousness and blended beautifully on my taste buds. The roasted potatoes that came with the dish were good too. My friend highly enjoyed the California Omelet wit a side of pancakes. As a surprise, we were gifted a sweet crepe. This crepe was stuffed with Nutella and topped with strawberry's, bananas, chocolates, powdered sugar and whip crème! It not only looked romantic and artistic but it was sooooo scrumptious! I can honestly say, I have never has such a delicious sweet crepe. THE SERVICE: Upon entry, we were greeted and immediately sat. Our waiter was professional and nice, and the cooking staff/chefs were fast, dedicated and sweet! No complaints here, only high recommendations for others to come! read more

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For Catering: Ugh, the food was SO bad. The cinnamon roll was beyond dry and tasteless, muffins seemed worse than gas station quality and bagels were...well just nothing. Ironman scrambler was watery and lacked flavor, too. For the price (and compared to what I've had at Yolk for breakfast), I was expecting more. Next breakfast catering order will go elsewhere. read more

Avocado Toast - super mushy, worst avo toast I've ever had! I'm not a tough reviewer when it comes to food, but this is such a disappointment. They didn't even toast the bread, it was completely mushy and cold. The onions and tomatoes on top are just fine. Also the restaurant doesn't have wifi however they use digital menu. ‍ read more

Yolk - West Loop - Avocado Toast - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

This place deserves more that 3.5 stars! Super attentive and nice staff. That's always a huge plus right? There's a passenger drop off (ride-share/ taxi) right in front and a parking lot nearby in addition to a lot of street parking. I can't remember what my wife ordered but she said it was delicious. I apologize I can't get more descriptive that that. See photo. Omelette maybe ? I guess I can ask her but she's asleep and it's not that vital. I ordered their skillet w/ no cheese. It was also delicious. The staff was very friendly and attentive to us since we had a little one. They also give out free stickers ! I gave this place 5 stars because of the service, delicious food, and my wife and I would return to this establishment to try other things on the menu. Thanks for the great experience and stickers! read more

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I thought this brunch spot was just okay. They are in a large location with plenty of indoor seating. The service was fine. My waitress was attentive & helpful. The food was just regular. It was honestly something I could have made at home. The flavor was lacking & there was so much oil all over my eggs & sausage. If you're looking for something quick and consistent, this could be your spot. Otherwise, not sure I would recommend for an exciting brunch establishment. read more

We tried Yolk again after a really long time. The burger was great! However, I got the breakfast burrito and it was so disappointing. The burrito was so soggy- not at all how I remember it being before. The potatoes were really good and I got them a little more crispy. Our friends got the chilaquiles and eggs sandwich- which were okay. This used to be a great brunch spot but there are so many great new brunch spots in the area. It was busy on a Saturday morning so service was slow- took until the end of our meal to get our coffees refilled. Ambiance is casual. read more

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This was a great breakfast option while we were visiting the city! I had never been here before but my husband had. There was a decent wait, but had we come prepared we could have joined the waitress before showing up so that was our mistake! Once we were sat though our waitress was super friendly and we got our food quickly! I would recommend going to this restaurant! read more

Great spot for a quick breakfast! The menu had lots of options of varying sizes. Plenty of seating and efficient service.

I work in the same building as Yolk West Loop, and my team often comes here for lunch outings. The portions are great, and the menu options are abundant. However, making a reservation for our large group was tough- they wouldn't let me do so, but we were able to get seated right away on this particular day. Our server was great and so attentive to our large group's needs. I ordered a salmon salad and also had the red velvet french toast. The salad was nice and hefty, though the salmon was very dry and tasteless. I would recommend the buffalo chicken salad instead- my coworker had ordered this, and it was delicious.The red velvet french toast, on the other hand, definitely made up for my salad. I loved the cream cheese filling- so delicious and tasty! I couldn't stop eating this and definitely had a big stomach ache after! My team all felt the same..overloaded with cream and sugar. Overall, the menu items are a hit or miss depending on what you order. The service is quick, and the ambiance light. Good casual, no-frills breakfast/lunch spot. read more

I had been to this Yolk location a while ago, before the pandemic. At that time it was pretty good. Today, we were seated at 1:15pm and were among the last ones to leave since they close at 2:30pm. The service was quick and friendly--no issues there! It was also practically empty, which was strange for a Saturday... The ambience was casual, pretty typical for a breakfast place. Unfortunately though I was disappointed by the food. I ordered a kale scrambler with potatoes and pancakes on the side. When I came for the first time, I remember the potatoes being crispy and well-seasoned. However, today they were slightly cold, undercooked, and under-seasoned. The eggs were a bit cold too. There were also long stems of kale in the eggs, which could have been chopped finer or replaced with just leaves. My friends also agreed that it was a bit disappointing. Especially given the price, which is expected for brunch in Chicago, it could have been done better. I understand that I could have brought up the issues to the staff; however, it was nearing closing time and it did not feel right to do so. I appreciate the kindness of the staff, but I will likely not be returning. read more

Yolk - West Loop - Kale Scrambler - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Delicious. Great service. Reasonable prices for the city. What else can you ask for? The seating was a little tight in the area we were seated in, but we survived. It's also a great spot for people watching. I got eggs and sausage. It was delicious. Some vendors cater early meetings from here and I've enjoyed everything Yolk has made, from burritos to skillets and everything in between. I hope this place will continue to attract customers in this crazy pandemic! read more

good vibes. good food. ate all in one sitting! & pancakes were so moist- they just melt in your mouth!! read more

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Two months after boot camp at nearby Navy - Great Lakes, and my buddies and I were craving brunch! After a brief search on Yelp, my friends and I opted to eat at Yolk - West Loop! This location is conveniently situated at the Ogilvie subway station. It was a relatively early Saturday morning and the restaurant was already bustling with hungry patrons. My friends and I were seated at a comfortable booth towards the rear of the restaurant. Our server greeted us with a fun and happy attitude and we could tell, this was gonna be a great brunch! Lol For food, I had their special Lemon Ricotta and Blueberry pancakes, and my friends opted for an omelette, and a fried egg over fried chicken and waffles. To help wash down my pancakes, I had a house iced coffee. While waiting for the food, I took in my surroundings. Interior decor is very bright and airy. The dining area is large with high ceilings, so you never feel claustrophobic, even when the restaurant is very busy. Food came out fairly quickly; I think we only waited like 15 minutes. My pancakes were delicious! Fluffy, with a great balance of lemon flavor coupled with the blueberries; it was perfect union! The iced coffee tasted great too, though I felt there was way too much ice in there, so the coffee was watered down in no time. But no big deal, I was just glad to have some real coffee, instead of that decaf mud water that we had at boot camp. This was the our first post-boot camp brunch..and it was a great experience at Yolk - West Loop! If you're in the Chicago area, definitely recommend this spot for brunch! :D read more

Leaves the wait time on yelp "no wait" at zero despite being 45 minutes. Deception should not be rewarded.

First time being to "Yolk"(Any Yolk, of course this particular one too). Been here for breakfast on a friday morning. The lady at the counter was very welcoming, lead us the way inside. At first I was bit intimidated by the appearance of the crowd inside the restaurant, everyone around was so formally dressed. Lol, I was way under dressed comparatively( jeans n T-shirt). Not that it requires any kind of dress code, looks like it's the usual group who works around the OTC. Yolk is situated on the first floor of OTC building(right corner of shopping center). Ambience was bright and colorful(Also super loud at the time). I should specially call out the lady/staff who attended our table. I can't remember her name but she was very cheerful and fun. Patiently waited until we decided what to order. Orders iron man omlette and red velvet French toast . It didn't take much time for the food to get out. Food was an absolute delight, especially the toast . Out of the world, everything tasted so fresh and good. I thoroughly enjoyed my meal and the e visit to this place and will absolutely go back again. Highly recommended!!! read more

The Yolk is a local favorite and voted best breakfast in Chicago. Me and my wife cane hear and had a really nice Saturday brunch. We had the make your own omelet, eggs and sausage combo and I got tomato slices instead of the hash brown or other potato options. I added a side of the monthly pancake special pumpkin and s'mores very rich but still had a great flavor. I recommend this as a bucket list breakfast stop in Chicago menu is a variety good choices for almost anyone's palette. Get your Yolk on in chi-town read more

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The food tastes amazing. Prices are reasonable for the quality of food they serve. Customer service was a great experience. I highly recommend this restaurant. The menu is excellent. The location is in the heart of downtown. And most importantly, the bathrooms are clean.Corn read more