The Brunchery Information

The Brunchery at 2552 N Clark St is a Lincoln Park breakfast-and-brunch spot with roots stretching back to Frances’ Deli, which opened on the same corner in 1938. Today, the kitchen mixes that neighborhood-deli history with oversized brunch plates, house-made sauces, French toast flights, skillets and seafood-forward dishes. Dine-in, takeout and delivery are available, with indoor and outdoor seating reported. First time here? Start with the French Toast Flight; it best captures the restaurant’s playful approach to brunch.

What Is The Brunchery Known For?

The Brunchery leans toward creative, indulgent brunch rather than a minimalist breakfast menu. Its kitchen says sauces, batters and syrups are made in-house, while the current menu moves from classic skillets and deli sandwiches to bacon flights, shrimp and grits, steak and eggs and several flavored French toasts.

French toast is the clearest signature. Guest feedback repeatedly singles out the flights, while the restaurant itself gives them prominent billing.

What to Order at The Brunchery

Mega French Toast Flight - $17. This is the first-timer order: strawberry shortcake, lemon zest, blueberry crunch, caramel apple and a rotating fifth flavor. Expect soft brioche, fruit-forward batters and contrasting toppings ranging from granola to candied walnuts. Share it if you want to explore several sweet flavors without choosing one full stack.

Jerk Shrimp & Purple Grits - $28. Three jumbo shrimp sit over slow-cooked heirloom grits with white cheddar and lobster bouillon. Choose this when you want something savory and seafood-focused; the creamy grits and jerk seasoning make it a much bolder brunch order than pancakes or eggs.

Corned Beef Skillet - $19. Fresh corned beef comes with seasoned potatoes, onions, peppers and two eggs. This suits diners who prefer the restaurant’s deli roots over its sweeter brunch creations, and customers frequently praise this skillet.

Cluck-N-Gaufre - $19. The restaurant’s chicken-and-waffle plate pairs a sweet potato waffle with hand-battered fried chicken and nutmeg hot sauce. Pick it when you want sweet, savory and crisp textures on the same plate.

Bacon Flight - $10. Five different cuts, types and flavors of bacon make this a better sharing starter than a standard side order.

Food, Service & Atmosphere Review

Customers consistently praise the large portions, creative menu, French toast flights, cocktails and attentive service. The cozy room and upbeat music also make it popular for brunch dates and groups.

The main tradeoffs are space and consistency. Reviews describe a compact dining room that can feel crowded and loud when busy, and some diners report individual dishes falling short despite strong overall experiences. Larger parties may also face longer waits.

Is The Brunchery Worth Visiting?

Yes, if you want brunch to feel like the main event. The Brunchery makes the most sense for diners who enjoy generous portions, playful sweet-and-savory combinations and an energetic room. Come hungry and order a signature flight or one of the more distinctive savory plates. Skip it if you want a quiet, quick breakfast in a spacious dining room.

FAQ

Does The Brunchery offer takeout and delivery?
Yes. Both are offered directly through the restaurant’s online ordering system.

Does The Brunchery have outdoor seating?
Yes. Recent diner reports confirm both indoor and outdoor seating.

Does The Brunchery serve seafood?
Yes. Current options include Jerk Shrimp & Purple Grits, catfish, cod and Atlantic salmon dishes.

Is there a kids’ menu?
Yes. The current menu includes pancakes, French toast, chicken tenders, grilled cheese, burgers and mac and cheese for children 12 and under.

Most Popular Dishes

  • French Toast Flight Special $
  • Mini-Waffle Flight $
  • Biscuits and Gravy Eggs and Hash Browns $
  • Corned Beef Sandwich $
  • Spinach & Mushroom Omelet $
  • Jerk Shrimp & Purple Grits $

Open Times

Monday 09:00 AM - 03:00 PM

Tuesday 09:00 AM - 03:00 PM

Wednesday 09:00 AM - 03:00 PM

Thursday 09:00 AM - 03:00 PM

Friday 09:00 AM - 03:00 PM

Saturday 09:00 AM - 03:00 PM

Sunday 09:00 AM - 03:00 PM

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Location & Contact

Contact Details

  • 2552 N Clark St, Chicago, IL 60614, United States
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What People's Say About Place

This place was really good. Ad if you watch my reviews, you know I have to try a lot of items from the menu. Drinks were good and garnished well. The place is a little small for the amount of tables they have in there. It was hard to walk through which could be a fire hazard. But other than the employees were very nice. Food wasn’t that expensive. I don’t recommend the regular devil eggs, chicken and waffle or steak and eggs. But I do highly recommend the French toast platter, jerk chicken Alfredo omelette, and the mimosa sunrise. Seafood gumbo was also my top favorite! I would go back on a less crowded day.

I really enjoyed the vibe at The Brunchery. The atmosphere was great and the music was jamming, which made the brunch experience even better. The food was on point and the service was top-notch. Our server, Ivonne, was phenomenal, very attentive and friendly throughout the entire visit. She really helped make the experience enjoyable. I would definitely go back again!

We visited for our anniversary today and they did not disappoint We arrived at 12pm and had to wait about 10 minutes. It was packed. The food was delicious! My husband and I ordered the mega French toast flight, jerk chicken Alfredo omelette, spinach omelette and side of bacon. Our drinks were orange juice and Irish coffee. The coffee was STRONG Lol I told my server I couldn’t handle it and asked for a regular coffee. He switched it out with no problem. Our server was great, kept checking on us. The atmosphere was chill. The music was good and because of the amount of people it was loud. It was smaller than expected but I really enjoyed the coziness. Parking was a headache, we ended up paying for parking in the building across the street. We will come back when it’s warmer outside.

I’ve been dying to come here for the past 2 years and I’m so happy I finally got to experience “The Brunchery.” Beautiful cozy brunch spot perfect for a brunch date with your significant other or friends! The mimosa flights were good. Next time, I’ll try the margarita flights! The bacon flight was definitely interesting and very tasty if you like trying new things. The French toast flight was absolutely delicious!!! The corned beef hash skillet was also very tasty. Definitely will be returning!!

Food was great, service was great, only bad part was the wait time 45 minutes on a Sunday and the chef came out screaming at everyone (customers) to close the front door. Yes there were customers waiting around but none were trying to hold the doors open it’s just a lot of people coming in and out. I understand its cold outside and you don’t want the cold air to come in but there are better ways to handle that. I guess the place it so popular it won’t affect their business so they don’t care how they treat you.

Our experience at The Brunchery was great. A friend and I came in on a busy holiday afternoon and we had to wait for about 15 mins. Our waitstaff was very cordial and professional. The “fancy schmancy” salad I got was amazing. The place has a lively vibe. I wish the tables weren’t too close to each other but we had a nice time, nevertheless.

I love this place so much! Lauren K was our server and it was our first time there. She was soo personable and patient, she explained the menu in detail and really took the time to talk about the dishes & drinks. I really liked their espresso martinis. I drink these often at many restaurants throughout the city and I can confidently say their espresso martini is in my top 3. I randomly stopped by after running the 5k turkey trot but will definitely be adding this one to my list of recommendations I give to friends who vacation in Chicago.

Waited 30 minutes on a busy Sunday morning brunch. I had high hopes for this place since hearing of it. The food was ok and on the pricey side. We got our food quickly. The food didnt really wow me though. The environment was too loud for my taste. The tables are too close to the next. The flight drinks is overpriced. Love the restaurant decorations, cute!

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