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Hearty

Hearty

(Now Closed)
New American Restaurant$$$$
Lake View East, Chicago
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  • Jake S.
    Jake SmithAugust 23, 2013
    If the weather is appropriate, ask to dine outside. I loved the Smoky Mountain Rickey, while also enjoying the beef-stew-esque flavors of the Beefaroni.
  • Scott Kleinberg
    Scott KleinbergApril 7, 2013
    Fantastic food and a fantastic place owned by two fantastic guys. Come in for food that tastes as good as this looks.
  • Sammy G.
    Sammy GanzJanuary 11, 2013
    Great food, drinks & staff! The Chicken and Porridge is amazing. The fried mac and cheese bites were a highlight as well.
  • Time Out Chicago
    Time Out ChicagoJanuary 24, 2012
    A thin layer of red-velvet cake encases an enormous Big Fork bacon sausage, which you can dip in maple syrup in the "red velvet breakfast dog". Read more
  • RIA S.
    RIA SocialJuly 16, 2012
    Try the Fried Peach Pie. It comes with a lovely scoop of Vanilla Bean-Bacon Gelato by Chicago's own Black Dog Gelato!
  • Adam L.heart icon on user image
    Adam LangMarch 9, 2013
    Been here 5+ times
    You will see a rabbit corn dog on the menu. You should order it. It is delicious.
  • Elizabeth T.
    Elizabeth TowleFebruary 28, 2010
    You very unlikely to make a bad choice at this place because everything we had was amazing, but my husband's steak was simply to die for. If you like meat, go for it!
  • Zak J.heart icon on user image
    Zak JablowAugust 19, 2012
    Amazing brunch. But the corn flake crusted chicken is unbelievable. Worth the wait.
  • Katherine M.
    Katherine MeyerJuly 13, 2013
    Their fried chicken is pretty amazing as is their fried green tomato caprese starter.
  • Christy Z.
    Christy ZurkawiczMarch 31, 2012
    Red Velvet Dog was not my favorite thing but the vermont maple latte with bourbon whipped cream was to die for.
  • pinsuda s.
    pinsuda sagooleimFebruary 2, 2010
    Order a Dark & Stormy to start and then have the Chicken & Porridge. I'm working my way through the rest of their amazingly comforting menu... Ask the waiters their opinions. They're awesome. Read more
  • David J.
    David JablonowskiJuly 24, 2010
    Been here 10+ times
    try the "aviation" cocktail.. even if you don't like gin (which I typically never ever do!) you'll love this drink, especially on a hot summer day!
  • Jeff
    JeffJune 2, 2010
    we ordered the fried chicken, lobster pot pie, and tuna noodle casserole - tough to say which was my favorite...they were all amazing!
  • Scott Kleinberg
    Scott KleinbergJuly 4, 2013
    The owners Dan and Steve are two of the nicest people I've ever had the pleasure of meeting.
  • Time Out Chicago
    Time Out ChicagoNovember 2, 2011
    Sundays-only brunch here encourages gluttony, but it’s worth every delicious calorie Read more
  • Edgar S.
    Edgar SarmientoApril 4, 2010
    Sunday Brunch is amazing, great service and good food. I had really good biscuits and gravy but I was eyeing my pal's burger with sweet potato fries.
  • Teagan
    TeaganOctober 6, 2013
    If you have not had brunch here, you have not lived....
  • Teri P.
    Teri PytelOctober 20, 2013
    Chicken & waffles, Pork Carnitas. Excellent brunch.
  • Time Out Chicago
    Time Out ChicagoJanuary 24, 2012
    Band-Aid–flavored meat between gummy bread? Hearty’s version bullies that brown-bag disaster with thick, smoky bologna and a fried egg. Read more
  • Time Out Chicago
    Time Out ChicagoOctober 19, 2011
    Sundays-only brunch here encourages gluttony, but it’s worth every delicious calorie
  • Jodi T.
    Jodi ThibodeauAugust 22, 2010
    Absolutely a brilliant way to end our stay in Chicago. Personable, attentive, delicious and fun.
  • Tony L.
    Tony LongJune 9, 2013
    Been here 5+ times
    The irony of their 1 hour time limit is it takes easily 30 minutes to get coffee much less order...
  • Aaron L.
    Aaron LewisNovember 23, 2011
    New favorite brunch spot. Everything is amazing.
  • Abby J.
    Abby J.May 6, 2012
    Order the lobster pot pie if they are serving it. Otherwise seafood isn't the best choice here.
  • Karla I.
    Karla IlacadMarch 21, 2011
    Good choices for the prix-fixe menu for chicago chef week march 20-26
  • Nnkg458 H.
    Nnkg458 HlsdfAugust 29, 2010
    Great brunch! Loved the cajun grilled shrimp over grits and egg!
  • Dan S.
    Dan SchaefferDecember 13, 2012
    Been here 10+ times
    Fantastic place for a party!
  • Anne
    AnneJanuary 22, 2012
    Sunday Brunch, make a reservation!
  • Tom B.
    Tom BellinoOctober 18, 2011
    Cocoa Puff french toast was incredible. Read more
  • James G.
    James GarridoMarch 23, 2010
    Been here 5+ times
    Order the Tuna Noodle Casserole and grab one of the fun American Microbrews
  • Scott Kleinberg
    Scott KleinbergJuly 4, 2013
    Wonderful food!
  • Cheryl C.
    Cheryl CumminsAugust 28, 2011
    Been here 5+ times
    Shrimp and grits to die for
  • Geoff C.
    Geoff CrittendenFebruary 15, 2010
    I highly recommend the Winter Salad. The Beefaroni is also excellent.
  • Cheryl C.
    Cheryl CumminsMarch 20, 2011
    Been here 5+ times
    Try the shrimp and grits. They rock!
  • Chad J.
    Chad JensenOctober 2, 2011
    Orange blossom pancakes. Not too sweet,yet never boring.
  • Austin P.
    Austin PillerMay 29, 2011
    Best brunch in Chicago, bacon blueberry corncakes....
  • Mehgan B.
    Mehgan BechtelSeptember 30, 2012
    The bloody marys aren't worth the money.
  • Mason M.
    Mason MichaelAugust 24, 2010
    Patio is now open... Just watch out for the glass door!
  • Ken Q.
    Ken QuandtMarch 26, 2010
    Order the MC squared appetizer
  • Lara M.
    Lara MFebruary 13, 2010
    The tuna casserole is incredibe!
  • Dan M.
    Dan MichelDecember 8, 2009
    Cozy space and my friend works there
  • Jen S.
    Jen StiemkeMay 6, 2010
    Bacon Bloody Mary!
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