Over Easy Café

4.0 star rating
518 reviews Rating Details

Category: American (Traditional)  [Edit]

4943 N Damen Ave
Chicago, IL 60640
Neighborhoods: Lincoln Square, Ravenswood
(773) 506-2605
Nearest Transit:

Damen-Brown (Brown Line)

Hours:

Tue-Sat 7 am - 2:30 pm

Sun 7:30 am - 2:30 pm

Attire:
Casual
Accepts Credit Cards:
Yes
Parking:
Street
Price Range:
$$
Good for Groups:
No
Good for Kids:
Yes
Takes Reservations:
No
Delivery:
No
Take-out:
Yes
Waiter Service:
Yes
Outdoor Seating:
No
Wi-Fi:
No
Good For:
Breakfast, Brunch
Alcohol:
No
Noise Level:
Average
Ambience:
Casual
Has TV:
No
Caters:
No
Wheelchair Accessible:
Yes

Stephanie A. said: "My new favorite breakfast place. I live right down the street and pass it all the time going to the blue line but never bothered to go inside.  Just keep in mind this place is breakfast and lunch only so it closes at 3pm everyday.  I…"   read more »

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"The sassy eggs definitely lived up to the rave reviews." (in 176 reviews)
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"Loved the complementary Julius Meinl coffee." (in 41 reviews)
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  • Review from Laura L.

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    • 27 reviews

    Chicago, IL

    5.0 star rating
    2/1/2012 8 Check-ins Here

    My husband thinks I'm crazy for wanting to go to Over Easy every weekend.
    I just love it.  I love the staff, especially the hostess who always remembers our names. =)  I love the food options and most importantly how consistently good the dishes are week to week.
    They have veggie options which is great.  I would definitely recommend the tofu scramble and veggie sausage but honestely everything is super delicious. =)  I love this place.
    Oh, and free Julius Meinl coffee outside while you wait!

  • Review from Beth L.

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    • 51 reviews

    Chicago, IL

    5.0 star rating
    1/22/2012

    Over Easy is one of my favorite breakfast stops.  If you go on the weekend, there will be a line, but that is only testament to how delicious their food is!  They have free, bottomless coffee ready for you as you wait, which is probably the best thing they could do to make their customers feel welcome.  

    I love the blueberry crunch pancakes with pecans and cinnamon butter.  Plan on getting 2 sides of bacon- it's the best I've had from any restaurant, including those that specialize in bacon.  The staff is awesome, too.

  • Review from Daina B.

    Oak Park, IL

    4.0 star rating
    1/3/2012

    I love breakfast food. My husband - not so much. So when we went here and he actually enjoyed it to the point of actually wanting to take people there it automatically got a couple stars from me. It gets another star because whenever I think of my banana crunch pancakes my mouth waters and another star for the stellar service. Minus a star for the tight squeeze.

    The service was great. The place is small so expect to wait a bit outside. But the free coffee outside makes the wait a little more enjoyable. On a nice day waiting outside is easy peasy, I can't imagine it being as enjoyable in the harsh Chicago winter.

    I look forward to my next visit!

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  • Review from Lyn L.

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    • 11 reviews

    Chicago, IL

    5.0 star rating
    2/9/2012 3 Check-ins Here

    My husband took me here for breakfast a few times and the food is amazing! The staff is very friendly and kind! =) This place has a nice vibe!

  • Review from Lindsey W.

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    • 13 friends
    • 32 reviews

    Chicago, IL

    4.0 star rating
    1/21/2012

    Recently I made the trek in the snow up to the Over Easy Cafe and it was well worth it. I had the special of Blood Orange Brioche French Toast topped with chocolate ganache. Amazing. Couldn't eat the whole thing because it was so rich, but would eat it once a week if I could!
    I don't eat eggs but the rest of the menu has a range to try- looked tempting, especially the sandwiches! The service was good, very fast. It's not one of those places that you can linger but much appreciated to those waiting because there's not much of a waiting area. Try it!

  • Review from Noah H.

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    • 25 reviews

    Chicago, IL

    4.0 star rating
    2/7/2012

    The menu is a bit funky in some areas, but fantastic otherwise.  The dulce de leche french toast is a life-changing experience.

  • Review from Elizabeth S.

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    • 24 reviews

    Evanston, IL

    5.0 star rating
    1/28/2012

    I know this place doesn't need another five-star review, but I can't help myself - Over Easy is a gem.  Though small, amazing service keeps things moving quickly and I've never tasted anything that was less than magical.  Sassy Eggs are GREAT and my husband loves their creative breakfast sandwiches.  Try a Blackeye OJ (orange and blackberry juice) - fresh and sweet.

  • Review from Ali H.

    Chicago, IL

    4.0 star rating
    12/29/2011

    Over Easy, I love you.  I love you for being two blocks from my apartment.  I love you for having amazing, creative weekend brunch that rotates every week.  I love you for having julius meinl coffee for free outside for people waiting to be seated.  I do not love you for being so ridiculously overcrowded on any weekend day at any time.

    But that must be because everyone else loves you too!  More seating and/or patio seating would be fabulous.  It's utterly cute inside and the food can compete on sophistication, flavor, and execution with any high-end brunch spot in the city.  Every week when I walk past their menu on my way home from the brown line, I can feel myself salivating in the (usually fruitless) hope that I will be able to brunch there on the coming weekend.  I hope for us, over easy, to spend many lovely days together once you re-open in the new year.

  • Review from Dennis L.

    Chicago, IL

    5.0 star rating
    Updated - 1/20/2012 4 Check-ins Here

    Once again, Over Easy Cafe does not disappoint.  I tried the Nueva Mexicana Omelet, and it was outstanding.  Honestly, it was a handcrafted masterpiece with a perfect amount of ingredients and superb plating.

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    • 5.0 star rating
      1/13/2012

      What a pleasure to have Over Easy Cafe in my neighborhood.  I have no idea why it has taken me so… Read more »

  • Review from Serg H.

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    • 3 reviews

    Chicago, IL

    5.0 star rating
    1/8/2012

    Food, service and ambience nothing less than extraordinary, exceptional and delicious. Expect to wait between 30 mins to an hour but worth the wait. Everyone is awesome but Gwen makes you feel extra special.

  • Review from Lisa M.

    Saint Paul, MN

    4.0 star rating
    11/25/2011 3 photos

    Corn Cakes!

    So, I was searching feverishly for a place to check out for breakfast on Yelp.  I was on another businesses site, but I saw this little gem along the side with the "People who viewed this also viewed....."   I pulled up the site and I was sold.  

    We were leaving town and had to get the car anyhow so my traveling companion said, "you get ready, I'll figure out how to get there."  And we were on our way....

    We arrived and parked at the street meter about a block and a half away.  We approached and there were quite a few people waiting to get in.  We were quoted about a 25-30 minute wait.  The hostess was spot on.  25 minutes later we were seated.  

    We don't mind sitting up at the counter, so this was perfect.  We were in the middle of all the action.   I was debating between a breakfast scramble and the El Gordito's Corn Cakes.  My dining companion got the scramble and said to me, "get those corn cakes.  If you don't you'll be kicking yourself."  

    The food came rather quickly and it looked fantastic!  He was right - those corn cakes rocked!  I don't know what they put in those things, but the spices and/or pepper gave them a great kick without being too much.  It came with 2 eggs and ham.   My over medium eggs were perfect and the ham was plentiful portion.

    I'm very happy with the choice I made.  The food rocked, the service great, the price was right and the DC in a cute little bottle was the perfect accompaniment to the meal.

  • Review from April L.

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    • 14 reviews

    Chicago, IL

    5.0 star rating
    12/9/2011

    Loved the sassy eggs (big chorizo fan here). The guac, sour cream, and ketchup were a tasty compliment to the saltiness of the chorizo/potato combo under the perfectly cooked eggs, You eat with your eyes first, and they sure know how to plate a dish at Over Easy. It was a work of art.
    My boyfriend got the blueberry crunch pancakes, opting to satisfy his sweet tooth. They did not disappoint. I totally stole bites of the crunchy pancakes the entire meal. We both took pictures of our plates; we were that impressed with the presentation.
    The service was quick and friendly, and even the staff behind the counter acknowledged us as we left their establishment. Great experience... will be back soon.

  • Review from Jennifer E.

    Chicago, IL

    5.0 star rating
    11/19/2011

    This place is awesome. Warning there is usually a 30 minute wait on the weekends but they offer coffee outside for those waiting which is great during colder months like November.

    I had the Bernsten Brothers Scramble and my husband had the Sassy Eggs. My husband praised their guacamole on the Sassy Eggs. We had a taste of each others dish and it is good. Definitely worth the 30 minute wait.

    We will come back :)

  • Review from Andrea S.

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    • 33 reviews

    Chicago, IL

    5.0 star rating
    1/8/2012

    The Sassy Eggs are just that. I vote this my favorite savory brunch dish in the city so far. Also, most perky-in-the-morning waitresses who will always try to start your day off right.

  • Review from Rachel G.

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    • 5 reviews

    Chicago, IL

    3.0 star rating
    1/17/2012

    One of my girlfriends, took me here and i absolutely love their scrambled eggs, it was rather very spiced and the herbs were fantastic!

  • Review from Aaron S.

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    • 8 reviews

    Chicago, IL

    5.0 star rating
    12/4/2011

    I really love this place. Granted, I am not a certified "foodie" but the food is tasty and fresh. I got the special eggnog, cranberry jam french toast or something. OMG, it was divine. The staff are incredibly helpful and friendly.  Decor and design are adorable.
    I did notice they will be closed for 1 month for the winter, I think b/w 12/6 and 01/02. But I'm there in the beginning of January!

  • Review from Dhruv P.

    Chicago, IL

    4.0 star rating
    11/2/2011 4 Check-ins Here

    Love this place.  Mostly because they rotate new items every weekend on the brunch menu and because its walking distance to my place.

    If you go there early, you avoid the lines.  But you end up with families.  Which isn't all that bad, but that's me getting older.  However, if you need more time to get out of bed and crawl for the darkest coffee, come here.  You might have to wait in line, but they have Julius Meinl coffee free for you to pour.  

    Everyone there is friendly, the food is always delicious, and the prices are in line.  A great neighborhood brunch place, one without too many hip, pretentious and any other adjectives to describe the people.

  • Review from Sara F.

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    • 36 reviews

    Chicago, IL

    5.0 star rating
    10/18/2011

    I almost hesitate to give it 5 stars because I know the more people that know about this gem, the harder it will be to get a table!!! It really does deserve its 5 stars!

    We showed up Sunday am at 9:30 and had to wait about 20 minutes for a table. Not too bad. The staff was friendly, our service was great (can't remember her name), and the restaurant was cute and clean. The food was awesome! Decadent but not too heavy. I had the Blueberry crunch pancakes and my Mom ordered the Smoked salmon scramble. Both were hot, fresh, and delish!

    I would love to see Over Easy open another Chicago location so getting a table wouldn't be so heinous. By the time we left at 10:30ish there were more than 20-25 people outside waiting for a table. If you are going on a weekend go early or not at all.

  • Review from Hatidza Z.

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    • 12 reviews

    Chicago, IL

    5.0 star rating
    1/3/2012

    Amazing brunch! I mean you can't really go wrong with brunch, but the service is very friendly and the food is creative and tasty. It's a small place so be prepared to wait, but at least you can have coffee while you wait. I've been dying to go back!

  • Review from Kate M.

    Chicago, IL

    4.0 star rating
    8/22/2011

    I am such a breakfast whore, seriously, I love going out for breakfast.  Over Easy Cafe was the perfect spot for a breakfast date before my weekly drive to Corn Country.  

    The food was very good.  I had the banana french toast and a side of the corn cakes.  The server was very concerned about the corn cakes and how I was going to try them with different condiments.  She even brought me an extra plate so I could put a piece of corn cake on the additional plate to try with syrup or ketchup or hot sauce and not sully the rest of the corn cake.  They were very good with the red pepper sauce they came with.  The banana french toast was delicious.  I'm not usually a fan of sweet things for breakfast, but this was really very good.

    The service was good.  She was definitely attentive and we weren't left waiting for anything.  

    It's not a very big place, but it's open and roomy.  I didn't feel like we were smooshed into the restaurant.  It would be nice if they had some outdoor seating.  

    If I'm ever in the neighborhood again I'd gladly go back to Over Easy.  There are a few more things on the menu I'd like to try.

  • Review from olivia k.

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    • 30 reviews

    Chicago, IL

    3.0 star rating
    10/10/2011

    If you don't go during the week, you'll wait forever to be seated. And they have no where to wait except standing outside. plus the children! all the babies & strollers! it's pretty much like a huge play date.

    Though the food is good and presented prettier than most breakfast places bother, it's seriously not that big of a deal.

    so don't make a special trip, avoid the weekends and you'll enjoy it.
    (then take right when you're done & head over to Dolce Casa for some petits fours)

  • Review from Nina I.

    Park Ridge, IL

    5.0 star rating
    9/15/2011 1 Check-in Here

    It's a cute little family owned joint. It's a humble little breakfast and lunch place but the decors are phenomenal! It definitely has a cozy feel to it which adds to the pleasurable food they serve for breakfast for every body's fancy cravings. It's a good place for kids, teens, and the elderly alike!

    What I really liked the most, though, was that the owner walked around and cooked in the back, he acted like an employee and is there every time I go to eat there which shows dedication.

    Overall it's one of my top breakfast places. Check it out!

  • Review from Ryan B.

    Oak Park, IL

    4.0 star rating
    9/13/2011

    A creative breakfast menu, which I appreciate very much. By creative, I mean new spins on usual American breakfast fair such as pancakes and eggs. I also love the quality and the well crafted blend of flavors.  I had the Sassy Eggs which was very very toothsome with just the right amount of pepper and lots of chorizo. I love chorizo. Every guy seemed to be eating this dish.

    Service from a small army was great. The food seem to appear as quickly as we ordered it.

    This place is small so expect to wait if you have a decent sized group, but it's worth it. I will definately be back soon. Absense makes the heart grow fonder. Sassy Eggs I love you!

  • Review from Ang R.

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    Chicago, IL

    4.0 star rating
    8/14/2011

    Nom.  Had the Green Chili Chicken Torta and it was really delicious.  The green chili salsa has exactly the right amount of zip, and the guacamole was quite good as well.  I tasted my dining companion's Sassy Eggs, and they were so so good.  I'd definitely think about ordering those the next time I go, even though I'm not the biggest fan of breakfast.

    I don't like that they serve Diet Coke from little bottles (and charge you an insane amount for each one), and of course, the waits are daunting.  (This is a small small restaurant, y'all.)

  • Review from Kat M.

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    Chicago, IL

    5.0 star rating
    8/18/2011 19 Check-ins Here

    This is, by far, my favorite breakfast spot in Chicago.  And, being only a mile from home and open at 7am, it has become a major part of the Thursday morning, post-date night ritual.

    The staff is friendly.  The décor is cute.  And, most important, the food is excellent.  The menu has a slight Mexican influence.  The boyfriend especially enjoys the Sassy Eggs - two eggs, cooked to your liking, perched atop a pile of chorizo hash and potatoes.  Unless, of course, he's in the mood for the bacon-stuffed Sweet and Salty Pancakes.  Or the weekly breakfast sandwich special.  Oh, so many choices...  

    Me, I go for the French toast.  Even when I walk in firmly resolved to order an omelet, the weekly French toast special just sounds so good that I have to have it.  I am rarely disappointed. Generally it involves two slices of brioche with fruit and cream.  This week was key lime crème anglaise and blueberries.  Oh, so pretty on the plate.  It somehow manages to feel sinfully decadent, yet be light enough that I don't feel over-stuffed and miserable.  Ah, yes, the stuff of dreams...

    Be warned that if you venture over on a weekend, you will face a fairly long wait on the sidewalk outside.  But that's true of most of the breakfast spots in town.  And they do provide you with good free Julius Meinl coffee to make the wait a little easier.

  • Review from Holly M.

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    Chicago, IL

    4.0 star rating
    9/8/2011

    I've lived down the street from Over Easy for about two years now. I really should go more often. I love the wait staff and there is always this incredibly happy and nice hostess who makes you feel comfortable and welcomed. Every time I've gone to Over Easy, I have probably waited 5-10 minutes for a table, but I don't believe I have been there on a weekend, however I do see crowds sometimes when I walk by.

    The food is excellent. I usually get omelettes or other savory dishes for brunch. I love any of their creations that come with guacamole and although I'm not a huge fan of orange juice in general, I always crave Over Easy's OJ. Definitely one of the best brunch spots in Chicago.

  • Review from Gwendolyn M.

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    Chicago, IL

    5.0 star rating
    9/4/2011 3 Check-ins Here

    If you are showing up for a lovely noon-ish brunch with friends on a Saturday or Sunday expect to wait.  Have no fear though perfectly run Over-Easy has you covered there is always a freshly brewed complimentary coffee out front and most people (myself included) are content to mill about on the side walk.

    Once you do get to your table you will find the interior cute, clean and kitschy with various eggtastic details.  Every server I have ever had at this place is beyond amazing.  The food comes out fast and I find I am often in and out in under a half an hour shockingly without ever feeling rushed.  

    Now lets get to the good stuff the food because really what is good service and atmosphere if there are no culinary delights to back it up.  Hands down my go to order is the sassy eggs a potatoes, covered in spicy chorizo crumble, eggs, cheese, guacamole, sour cream and spicy ketchup.  It's to die for paired with the blackeye OJ which is blackberry and fresh squeezed orange juice (there is also a strawberry version available) I pretty much find myself in weekend heaven.

    If you are more of a sweet tooth bruncher this place will also fit the bill.  The specials menu usually features a specialty fruit French toast affair with cream or mascarpone or other delectable delight.

  • Review from Abaigael C.

    Chicago, IL

    5.0 star rating
    8/4/2011

    I fully understand why everyone loves this place - it's terrific!  A friend and I went today and there was a wait (on a Thursday morning!) but only for about 5 minutes.  I can only imagine the craziness on weekends.  I got the Sassy Eggs and my friend got the banana french toast - both entrees were fantastic  and very reasonably priced.  It was hard to decide what to get because everything on the menu looked delicious, especially their specials.  
    Service was great, food came out fast, fresh, and hot.  Does it get any better than that for breakfast?

  • Review from Maureen D.

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    Park Ridge, IL

    4.0 star rating
    11/21/2011

    Apparently all I order is omelettes. I ordered one here- goat cheese, pesto and sun dried tomatoes. I wanted to ask our server on a breakfast date. The 15 minute wait was worth it because of the free Meinlkaffee outside.

  • Review from Rita B.

    Schaumburg, IL

    3.0 star rating
    7/24/2011

    Let me start by saying, be warned...there is a wait! I drove from Schaumburg to try this place out. I wasn't disappointed at all! The staff is so friendly! When we arrived, there were 5 people ahead of us. The restaurant/cafe is pretty small so your only option is to wait outside. I chose to sit in my car. The hostess said she can call me on my cell when a table opened up for us. How sweet. sure enough, 30 minutes later, she called.

    Seating is comfortable. Crowded and LOUD but still pleasant enough to enjoy Sunday brunch with my mother.

    I had the Sweet n' Salty platter which consisted of 2 eggs, 3 pork sausages and 2 pancakes with bacon. Huh? Pancakes with bacon? YUP! I find it hard to believe that there were only 2 eggs on my plate. There was so much egg on my plate there must have been 4 there. I dunno. Needless to say, it looked untouched by the time I was done. Sausage tasty like it was a little raw but I didn't complain...everything else was good. The pancakes were delicious until I tasted the bacon.

    Mom had the Damen Ave omelette which had a lot of goat cheese and some sort of greens (I wasn't too concerned with it since it wasn't my dish). Came with potatoes and toast. I tried mom's dish and it was pretty good but too much cheese. Potatoes were kind of not cook enough but still tasty.

    If I lived closer, I probably would come back. However, if you are in the area, be sure to stop by. Good food, different flavors, staff is friendly and its a nice atmosphere.
    Enjoy!

  • Review from Donielle A.

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    Chicago, IL

    3.0 star rating
    6/20/2011

    Got here on a Saturday at 9am.  Cute place and complementary coffee while we waited for 15 minutes.  Loved the complementary Julius Meinl coffee!

    We ordered the sassy eggs since so many had given such good reviews.  For me, there were WAY too many flavors going on...and I love flavor, so that's saying a lot.  I think what ruined it for me was the drizzle of ketchup on top of the eggs.  Also, I'm not a fan of guacamole with breakfast, so...

    We also ordered from the specials (since they change every week) and tried the Key Lime french toast with blueberries.  Pretty good...

    So, if you are in the area, it's a super cute place and they have an interesting take on Mexican breakfast.  But I wouldn't go out of my way to come here.

  • Review from Carolynne M.

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    Chicago, IL

    5.0 star rating
    5/9/2011

    Driving down this block of Damen on any given weekend, you will see a mob of people blanketing the sidewalk - to such a degree that it is hard to imagine all of them are trying to get into this one tiny cafe, and not organizing a protest, or a parade, or some sort of flash mob. But, yes, it is true, they all are here for Over Easy, and for good reason - this place makes breakfast fun, and with darn good food!

    Coming here at 11:30 on a Tuesday (with a chilly, rainy day outside), I was surprised to see the place completely full, except for one table which we were able to snag.  Over perfectly brewed cups of coffee (which I believe is Meinl? I think), we poured over the menu with seductively titled options such as "Emily's Dream Pancakes" and the "Acelga Picosa Omelet". I finally decided on the Spicy Tofu Scramble, which was tofu scrambled with "chorizo" spiced veggie crumbles, red peppers, & jalapenos, topped with salsa verde & guacamole.  It had a nice little bit of heat to it, and tasted like a spicy scrambled egg dish.  The red potatoes that came with it were amazing, so good that if I could order a big plate of that as my breakfast I would.

    Note - portions are really big (don't believe me? Check out some of the pics posted here) so you either need a really big appetite or you will be taking a bag home with you. The tofu does work well the next day too, FYI!

  • Review from Jiyoun B.

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    Chicago, IL

    5.0 star rating
    8/8/2011 1 Check-in Here

    One of my favorite breakfast places!

    The restaurant is more than likely is busy during the weekends so what does Over Easy Cafe do for its hungry and just-out-of-bed patrons? Complimentary self service Julius Meinl coffee dispenser for all the caffeine deprived. Oh yes. They are GOOD.

    How can I not go here? That would just be wrong. I just love their Spicy Tofu Scramble (good if you're watching cholesterol intake like me!). My husband loves any and all of their egg entrees and french toast! Who can blame him?

    So good, What are you doing just reading about it? Go! Now!

  • Review from Christine V.

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    Chicago, IL

    5.0 star rating
    6/9/2011

    Yum! The food here is really, really good. I've eaten both sweet and savory breakfasts here and loved it all! Doesn't hurt that I live around the corner.

    Over Easy is the perfect place to go on a lazy weekend day. The wait is long so don't come here if you're in a hurry. But they don't rush you through your meal and out of your seat, which is kind of nice. The service is excellent, too.

    For a quicker, equally tasty meal with little to no wait, try the Ravenswood Grill up the street (Lawrence & Damen).

  • Review from Kimothee Z.

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    Chicago, IL

    4.0 star rating
    11/13/2011

    Easily my favorite breakfast spot.  Would go there more if I could get in.  Seriously, this place is so busy I can only go if I get a random weekday off work.  Sassy Eggs and Frazzled Eggs are my fave!

  • Review from Jess L.

    New York, NY

    4.0 star rating
    4/12/2011 1 Check-in Here

    After getting back from my most recent trip to Chicago, I find it easy to say that Over Easy was the best brunch I had on the trip -- and I always tell people that no one does brunch like Chicago.

    The menu just looks awesome. There are some brunch favorites, but they do an awesome job differentiating their dishes from just a regular brunch.

    Their breakfast burrito had awesome sides and was full of meaty goodness. The presentation was also great and exciting. I got the Damen Avenue Omelette (spinach, goat cheese, and mushrooms), and it had the best marriage of the three ingredients I think I've had anywhere. (Though, why did you have the skimp on the potatoes?!)

    Lastly, the speckled OJ, which includes strawberry puree, was a nice, fresh spin on brunch beverages.

    All in all, it's worth the wait!

    P.S. Iced coffee is not just poring ice into hot coffee...

  • Review from Mallory G.

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    Chicago, IL

    4.0 star rating
    11/4/2011

    I'm so happy to have Over Easy in the neighborhood. I love living in the "quiet area" between Lincoln Square and Andersonville, since a spot like Over Easy would be impossible to get into if were located on Lincoln Ave. or Clark St. a few blocks in either direction. We had about a 10 minute wait at the height of brunch time and the free coffee outside was a great touch! Everything was hot & tasty, service was prompt and I will definitely be back again soon. I know everyone raves about them, but I just wish the Sassy Eggs had a little more heat & flavor. If the owner happens to read this review, please try Harvestime Foods a few blocks down Lawrence - you'd be supporting another local business, and their chorizo is a flavor EXPLOSION!

  • Review from Catherine M.

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    • 28 reviews

    Chicago, IL

    1.0 star rating
    4/4/2011

    Didn't even try the food because the service was so inflexible and rude I didn't stay.

    Note to the management: when someone comes in with a hungry child and is ready to start ordering and there's an open table, let them sit and order. If Pedra had let me sit down w/my 1yo son at the open table for us, instead of making us wait for our two other diners to arrive, we wouldn't have left. There were at least three other open tables and no line- so it made zero sense not to just let us sit down.

    You know what they say about dining experiences: when someone has a bad one, they will tell 10 times more people. I plan to tell all of my friends with kids how unpleasant my experience was and that this is not a family friendly restaurant. You've lost my business.

  • Review from Layne S.

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    Chicago, IL

    5.0 star rating
    Updated - 10/4/2011

    Went there again a while ago and saw Graham Elliot with his wife and child.  I almost had to hug him on the way out.  Big fan of the chef of flavor.  Yet I left him alone; it was difficult.  I had what he was having and it was amazing.  A breakfast sandwich special with scrambled eggs on brioche with yummy soft cheese.  But don't go here so I can get in quickly.
    I have to address 2 of the bad reviews I read.  One was complaining about the tofu.  Made me LOL.  You went to a breakfast place, ordered tofu and then posted a review to complain about it?  Wow.  You and the 3 other tofu eaters that agree with your review won't be missed.
    Then the other complaint about not getting seated with a kid and having to wait til all four of your party had arrived.  Why would they make an exception for you?  They make everyone wait until the full party is there.  As much as you'd like to think you are, YOU'RE NOT SPECIAL.  Leave the kid in the car, or get a baby-sitter next time and maybe you'll have a better experience.  I hope you tell all your friends with kids not to go - I hate sitting next to your messy, annoyingly loud brats.  So thanks for that.

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  • Review from Karen K.

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    Chicago, IL

    5.0 star rating
    10/18/2011

    I live in the 'hood - so this is a nice place to go to for breakfast or lunch. I love their lunch - they have great sandwiches. Also, breakfast is stellar - free julius meinl coffee while you wait, and after a short wait - sassy eggs, eggs of all types, savory waffles, sweet stuff - it is a great assortment.

    I think that the staff is always so pleasant and they do whatever they can to support any dietary needs, etc.

    Go - you will enjoy!

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