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Pauline's

Pauline's

Breakfast Spot and American Restaurant$$$$
Andersonville, Chicago
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    David J.
    "Come for breakfast, omelettes and Benedicts in particular are great."(4 Tips)
    Esteban G.
    "yummy apple cranberry french toast..."(3 Tips)
    Justin H.
    "Pancakes are overly cakelike, but the f toast is delicious."(4 Tips)
    John L.
    "Great food...hearty portions...Small cosy New England-esque decor."(2 Tips)
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  • Roadretro
    RoadretroDecember 27, 2011
    Great neighborhood spot; food diner typical but a great stop when walking dogs, they can sit outside (when the weather is good)!
  • Ross G.
    Ross GuthrieSeptember 7, 2013
    I do wish that creativity of the bartenders be harnessed by putting their fantastic creations on a menu. One can have something excellent one time, but never be able to get it again...
  • Khari S.heart icon on user image
    Khari SheltonNovember 3, 2019
    a cute lil local spot for breakfast. tip: pancakes are HUGE. you can order the stack of 3 and split them between 2 people and be fully satisfied. we each got the egg special and split 3 pancakes.
  • Larry H.
    Larry HallJuly 22, 2012
    Get here early. 2 tops are easy to sit. The French toast is delectable but there are plenty of other goodies. The red ad white checkered table clothes give this place a Paula D. feel.
  • Time Out Chicago
    Time Out ChicagoAugust 2, 2014
    The portions are as big as the personality of this breakfast-and-lunch institution that’s packed with tchotchkes and mismatched chairs. Read more
  • Shycuheart icon on user image
    ShycuOctober 19, 2015
    Cutest breakfast place ever. Fresh squeezed orange juice is a must have. Love at first sip.
  • Erin W.
    Erin With an eJuly 9, 2011
    Been here 10+ times
    Best neighborhood breakfast spot. Large portions of delicious food. Feels like you're having breakfast at grandma's house. Try every omelette. They're fantastic.
  • David J.heart icon on user image
    David JefferyJanuary 12, 2020
    Been here 10+ times
    Come for breakfast, omelettes and Benedicts in particular are great.
  • Albert E.
    Albert EllenichMarch 21, 2010
    Great neighborhood place. Always accomodating. Often serving free juice or coffee when there's a wait for tables. I almost always have Jackie as my waitress...treats you like personal friends. Nice.
  • Alan K.
    Alan KercinikMarch 28, 2010
    Total dive place for breakfast. Delicious. If you're debating breakfast meats, get the ham. Might be best in city.
  • Dustin H.heart icon on user image
    Dustin HaleyJune 21, 2021
    Great little family owned business. The breakfast was great!
  • Justin H.
    Justin HughesOctober 10, 2010
    Been here 5+ times
    Pancakes are overly cakelike, but the f toast is delicious. At busy times the waitstaff is non existent and the owner is a tyrant, making the atmosphere unbearable. I suggest Tweet or Ann Sather.
  • Noel H.
    Noel HarariJanuary 21, 2014
    Mexican omelette is one of my faves and add some jalapenos to it!
  • Carol
    CarolSeptember 27, 2014
    Try the veggie burger & fries. The lentil soup was pretty good too!
  • Mikey D.heart icon on user image
    Mikey DiazMarch 18, 2016
    Food was delicious and staff was great
  • Julio M.
    Julio MendezJanuary 25, 2014
    Love coming here after church on Sundays with my mom!
  • Matt B.heart icon on user image
    Matt BOctober 28, 2014
    Been here 10+ times
    Huge omelettes and tasty pancakes.
  • Adam G.
    Adam GraffJuly 13, 2013
    If you are a tattooed mom, come by on Saturday mornings!
  • Jerek C.
    Jerek CarperOctober 19, 2011
    Been here 10+ times
    The food is good and well priced. The atmosphere is really welcoming.
  • Ed K.
    Ed KaczmarekSeptember 6, 2010
    Amazing eats in this cozy neighborhood place. French Toast is a delight.
  • Marissa I.
    Marissa InfanteFebruary 10, 2012
    Been here 5+ times
    Try everything... It's all good!
  • Bobby H.heart icon on user image
    Bobby HoeppnerMay 16, 2013
    Fresh squeezed mango juice. Nice!
  • Trav
    TravAugust 22, 2010
    Your receipt from here gets you 10% off at necessary exTRAVagance on Sundays! 5416 N Clark St
  • Gordon W.heart icon on user image
    Gordon WrightMay 25, 2013
    Been here 5+ times
    Place is quirky and adorable.
  • John L.
    John LynamAugust 8, 2010
    Great food...hearty portions...Small cosy New England-esque decor.
  • Gordon W.heart icon on user image
    Gordon WrightDecember 8, 2012
    Been here 5+ times
    Humble but lovely.
  • Matt S.
    Matt SwensonOctober 24, 2011
    Been here 10+ times
    Bring your dog onto the patio!
  • Nick L.
    Nick LloydFebruary 8, 2014
    Nice environment, but the food isn't that great.
  • Leah E.heart icon on user image
    Leah EstradaMay 27, 2013
    After being seated first four other parties were seated and got their food before us. Then I had to wait 20 minutes for just a cup of coffee. Horrible service.
  • Jared H.
    Jared HatchApril 2, 2011
    ORANGE PAPAYA!
  • Sara H.
    Sara HallAugust 21, 2010
    Say yes to bread pudding.
  • Esteban G.
    Esteban GonzalezJanuary 17, 2010
    yummy apple cranberry french toast...
  • Jack D.
    Jack DogsOctober 28, 2009
    Enjoy waiting and getting randomly yelled at by the owner for no particular reason. Service will likely suck. Not cozy, not fun. Not worth it. Avoid. Read more
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