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Wishbone Restaurant

Southern Food Restaurant and Breakfast Spot$$$$

Near West Side, Chicago

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Wishbone Restaurant

8.6^/10

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Ranked #3 for Southern food restaurants in Chicago
The folks at Explore Chicago and Time Out Chicago Kids like this place. Would you agree?
"The Shrimp and Grits are the best I have tasted!"(8 Tips)
"The corn cakes, jumbalaya omelet and cheese grits are excellent!"(7 Tips)
"Corn cakes are a must."(5 Tips)
"Peach bellini and Crunchy French Toast ... Yummy!!!"(4 Tips)

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Crunchy French Toast
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hoppin jack
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Staff PicksFebruary 18, 2016
Grits are a trending taste this week and you can get some damn good ones at Wishbone. You really want their classic shrimp and grifts. If you're not a fan of seafood, the cheesy grits are great, too.
Samantha RangelOctober 26, 2015
Shrimp and grits were a little on the blander side but what can u expect from grits. The moonshine cocktails are where it's rly at. $6 a pop and plenty of the good stuff to get u going.
Erik RowleyMay 20, 2014
Awesome southern cuisine, the blackened chicken with black-eyed peas and sweet potatoes was very good. Enjoy the alcohol soaked cherry in their mixed drinks!
JenKuduSeptember 21, 2016
The burger is really good! The blackened chicken sandwich is big and a little spicy. For sides, I really liked the home fries. The cheese grits were okay. Friendly staff.
Explore ChicagoApril 18, 2012
Wishbone’s mascot Dolly is the owner’s actual childhood dog. Stop by for fast-service brunch, but also don’t forget to try their signature shrimp & grits, blackened catfish, or smoked beef brisket.
Allison KaminskiDecember 6, 2018
If you are going for brunch get that signature Bloody Mary and the Cajun style shrimp and grits! Both have the perfect spice to it
Mouni ReddyNovember 14, 2015
Great breakfast... Southern style. I got the signature shrimp and grits. Devan was an excellent waiter, lot of energy.
Katie S-DMay 11, 2013
PHENOMENAL!! The biscuit was lightweight, the cheese grits were delicious. Good, fast service. Large portions & decently priced. Will DEFINITELY be coming back.
Jake SmithApril 5, 2013
For sides, skip the mac and cheese and try the Hoppin' Jack. Kids eat free on Tuesdays!
Todd KunaDecember 22, 2018
Been here 10+ times
Not the same as the old location, but still all the great favorite foods like shrimp & grits and corn flake french toast
Bryce RobertsJanuary 18, 2015
catfish for breakfast? unexpectedly delicious way to start the day. side of cheesy grits please!
Staci DiamondApril 1, 2012
Corn cakes are a must. Also, this is the only place on earth that i'll eat biscuits & gravy. So good. Ask for Nick, he takes care of you.
Alex PobinerJanuary 23, 2016
Fantastic po'boy and all the other food was amazing and authentic. Delicious!!!
Kent ComptonMay 27, 2017
Biscuits and gravy, home fries, pancakes, French toast, uh,... Everything
Time Out Chicago KidsMarch 21, 2012
Cornflake-dipped French toast, shrimp and grits, and kick-butt Bloody Marys served in a cheery space start the day off perf. Read more
KarenMarch 16, 2013
The fried green tomatoes are not to be missed! Some of the best I've ever had!
Samar HamdanSeptember 9, 2015
Even for Sunday breakfast/brunch, You can be seated immediately without reservation or long time waiting
AlisonMay 21, 2023
Came for a weekend brunch, loved the southern food and quick service.
Brittany NicoleAugust 30, 2014
Every dish I have ever had here has been wonderful. Highly recommend
Nicole MazzolaMarch 23, 2014
The Hoppin' Jack was delicious!!! The food came out in less than 10 minutes and our waitress was friendly.
Angie GarbotOctober 21, 2015
Been here 50+ times
Best grits in the city!!
Ylandus RoundyJune 29, 2013
The Shrimp and Grits are the best I have tasted!
Edward A. 🐾 🇵🇷February 9
Been here 25+ times
The Yankee Scramble is the best dish for breakfast… ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Joshua EhartJuly 5, 2015
Great staff. Spinach omlet and cheese grits were great
Donny WilliamsOctober 25, 2011
Don't forget to do breakfast here. The corn cakes, jumbalaya omelet and cheese grits are excellent! Great sweet tea too.
Mayer BeckerDecember 24, 2013
The best (and maybe the only) place for Southern grits in Chicago!
Dulce VillarrealDecember 18, 2016
Mango chicken is great! And the eggs w/ BBQ excellent!
The Food's Here!January 19, 2015
Fanastic staff, fast service, phenomenal food!
Mike FarrarJanuary 20, 2013
If you've never tried it, you can order a single corn cake. They are amazing.
peter royalAugust 6, 2014
Been here 10+ times
breakfast is awesome. grits! and the crawfish cakes.
AlexDecember 26, 2011
Crunchy French toast, sweet crunchy crispy - better to split/share as an add-on sweet side than as an entire meal.
Phyllis PolkOctober 13, 2017
Salmon cakes and Bloody Mary !!
Samar HamdanSeptember 9, 2015
I tried Mediterranean omelet with cheese , olive and tomatoes 7/10
Mike WilderOctober 23, 2015
Service industry discount Wednesdays and Thursdays - 25% off entire check.
MasDecember 24, 2017
Been here 5+ times
Great food! Great service! Great Owner
Alexander DunnMay 25, 2018
Was dissapointed with the dinner menu. Wish i had just came for breakfast.
Scott KleinbergDecember 17, 2015
The Mississippi mud coffee drink will make you smile.
Time Out Chicago KidsJuly 2, 2012
Wishbone is nominated for Best Family-Friendly Restaurant in our Hipsqueak Awards, vote now at timeoutchicagokids.com/awards!
Gustavo SanchezDecember 5, 2014
Their pulled pork and Turkey is delicious!!
Kenney CrumpSeptember 15, 2013
Beef brisket hash off the chain, with some A1 steak sauce.
Nicole EdwardsDecember 24, 2014
Awesome Mac and cheese! Taste like my grandmas recipe. 🙌
Kisha Johnson-SmithMarch 3, 2017
I was not pleased with the Mardi Gras buffet they offered on 2/28/17. Plus, I thought it was pricey at $24/pp. Plus, the Hurricane was not very good. I've had better experiences at Wishbone.
Chris DuhaimeJune 26, 2013
Been here 5+ times
They have an express lunch area that is great for getting food on the go!
Andrew T. CarrJanuary 8, 2012
Been here 5+ times
Love the food. Love the energy of the area surrounding the Venue. Read more
Eve BentonMarch 2, 2013
Crawfish cakes dns shrimp-n-grits are a must have.
Leila Ellis-NelsonJuly 21, 2013
My new favorite restaurant. Shrimp n grits!!!
Shannon JeropkeJune 19, 2016
The grits were super tasty.
Jodi FoxMay 22, 2012
Early bird special M-F includes $3.95 for two eggs with all thw trimmings!
Becky AndersonSeptember 8, 2012
The best chocolate pecan pie I've ever eaten. Fantastic!
Michelle CopelandApril 22, 2013
Try their Shrimp with Grits it's fantastic!

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