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West Egg Cafe
Breakfast Spot$$$$
Streeterville, Chicago
"get the special skillet."(3 Tips)
"Can't go wrong with The Grabowski!"(2 Tips)
"Get the crunchberry pancakes!"(2 Tips)
"The bandito omelet is the best omelet I've ever had."(12 Tips)
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RAWAN ASeptember 4, 2014Almost every thing was perfect the waffles the fresh toast even there egg with avocado and turkey OMG! It was amazing! This is one of the places u must eat in
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Kevin M. McNally, CMPAugust 20, 2018I love Eggs Benedict. Covered with hollandaise sauce. Great way of starting your day. And breakfast is the most important meal. Staff is terrific. It's busy...so get there early. Worth the wait!Upvote3Downvote
Larry FurmanicAugust 25, 2017On a Saturday morning, there was always about 30 people waiting for a table. Wait time went fast and so was the service. Have a lot of staff to take care of guests. Great food. Would highly recommend.Upvote2Downvote- Murat AtilanAugust 25, 2015We ate here twice during our stay in Chicago. I have experienced 5 different Breakfast rest. Here is very delicious and fast service. I recommend Egg Benedict with avacado. It is really great!UpvoteDownvote
Kent FisherAugust 12, 2016Large portions of homestyle breakfasts! Try a skillet made with potatoes, eggs, bacon, corned beef hash. They were busy and we still were served quickly.UpvoteDownvote- Kevin M. McNally, CMPJuly 17, 2018You can't decide when looking at the menu. You don't want to choose all the items...but you can try many. Especially the special skillet. Wicked Good.UpvoteDownvote
PaulaOctober 18, 2012Love this place! Best breakfast place in Chicago. Come here whenever I'm near. Eat anything! I like the feta frittata and Swiss account. Great for vegetarians.Upvote1Downvote
RebeccaMarch 31, 2013Came here on Easter sunday and the place was surprisingly not too crowded. The California crepe is unlike any crepe I have eaten before
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Viktor GöhlinNovember 5, 2017Their logo looks much cooler than their food is. Don’t get me wrong, the food is great. But for being specialized in eggs one could expect something special with each omelet. Not so impressed
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IVONNE LlagosteraJuly 29, 2012Amazing food! Big portions <3 big cue but very straightforwrd cue system. Fast service and lovely staff! Sont miss out the cheese and bacon omelette!Upvote1Downvote
Xlnt. Spocoli...opted for egg whites for this broccoli omelette adding fresh blueberries with swiss cheese...superb!! Hats off to the cook ...happy girl hereUpvote2Downvote
Jason WischerAugust 16, 2012Perfect spot for breakfast in downtown Chicago. These people know exactly how to run a Cafe. Great service and food! Must visit!Upvote2Downvote
Jürgen DietlJanuary 30, 2015Orange juice is good, my spinach mushroom crepe was only ok. Normal Coffee is like gourmet coffee never happened.The Cappu is ok The location itself is nice and warm enough even during chicago winter
UpvoteDownvote- Stacy GeverApril 26, 2014The bandito omelet is the best omelet I've ever had. They make their own salsa and guacamole here... Really great stuff.UpvoteDownvote
Runaround SuzApril 12, 2012I absolutely love this place for breakfast and lunch..... only open until 3pm. Your meals always comes out hot and fast....and very fresh!UpvoteDownvote
My favorite local spot that I have found to date in Chicago. I always get the Eggs Benedict for breakfast or the Reuben for lunch.UpvoteDownvote- Ayan AshkenovMarch 12, 2017It is a classic breakfast diner, don't expect anything over the top. The avocado eggs Benedict was well prepared!UpvoteDownvote
Andrea LNovember 12, 2014Quintessential dinner, down to earth, hearty grub in a great Chi-town location. #dinner #eggsUpvoteDownvote
Emily S.August 7, 2014Charmless brunch place. Our waiter was a smug jerk who was reading a magazine and on his phone the whole time. Good blueberry pancakes though.UpvoteDownvote
Tugce KoygunDecember 2, 2013Fast service with delicous plates..very nice breakfast alternative if you are in downtown chicagoUpvoteDownvote
Andrea CAugust 20, 2014Ate here twice during a week long stay. Delicious breakfast with great staff.UpvoteDownvote
Patrick LaMotheDecember 23, 2013Food was fantastic view was fantastic and the price was extremely reasonable :)
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QC Industries ConveyorsSeptember 19, 2014One of our favorite breakfast spots. Load up on protein to prepare for a long day at a trade show.UpvoteDownvote
Matthew B.April 16, 2014The walnut pancakes are good, filling, and huge. Get one unless you are simply starving!UpvoteDownvote
Dakota De CorahApril 5, 2012Don't sit at the counter IF it's cold &.windy and they are busy...our mistake. Other wise, lovely joint, great staff and awesome food.UpvoteDownvote
Rodolfo UmanaDecember 26, 2014The bank account is really good. Freshly squeazed orange juice is a good plusUpvoteDownvote
RosaleeMarch 16, 2013If you need breakfast in Chi town... go here and see for yourself how amazing the egg dishes are!UpvoteDownvote
Simon SmidtJuly 29, 2011A tad more expensive than our other breakfast places we had during our 4 day visit. Very fast service. Huge portions (for a European).UpvoteDownvote
Austin WestermannApril 18, 2013If you need a place with a short wait, this is for you. The wait is generally very short (if any) the food is okay but it's worth it if you're in a hurryUpvote1Downvote
Kendra TorresApril 17, 2013Egg Benedict was awesome, loved it. Not over stuffed but defiantly full.UpvoteDownvote
Kate AleksandrovaJuly 30, 2014French toast is really good! The portions are too big for one :)UpvoteDownvote
They get busy during Lollapalooza weekend but the food comes out quickly.UpvoteDownvote
Joshua HernandezOctober 4, 2010Big portions. Fast service. Not too crowded. I can take the bus down there from River North and still get in faster if I went to Yolk across my building.UpvoteDownvote
Eray ErgencJanuary 1, 2015If you are staying in a close by hotel, this is the place youre looking forUpvoteDownvote
JenJanuary 13, 2013A little disappointing as a Chicago explorer. I was looking for a local restaurant, however only to realize it was a chain. (Same as First Watch in Ohio). The food was decent and the price was good.UpvoteDownvote
Tom FearyJuly 4, 2013Enter from the street (Fairbanks) and sit at the counter for super fast service.UpvoteDownvote
Hugh HoaglandApril 9, 2012everything is great! pancakes, french toast, and eggs out the wazooUpvoteDownvote
Barrett LaneJanuary 5, 2012Super quick service and huge portions. The special skillet was terrific.UpvoteDownvote
- Sara MachiniakMarch 17, 2013Like sausage and mustard? Can't go wrong with The Grabowski!UpvoteDownvote
Kenneth (iamfob)March 30, 2013Lineups get real long after 9:00am. The French toast is awesome.UpvoteDownvote
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