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Best Brunch in Chicago to Try Right Now

It’s time to start your day on a delicious note with drool-worthy brunch specials happening throughout Chicago. Here are some of the best brunch in Chicago offering bottomless mimosas, fluffy pancakes, fried chicken benedicts to hearty breakfast burritos.  So, grab a friend, and a menu, and check out these Chicago brunch spots.

Benchmark

Benchmark is a lively sports bar in the heart of Old Town with over 40 TVs and a menu of shareable snacks, burgers, pizza, beer, and signature cocktail.

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They offer brunch Saturdays and Sundays from 11 am -3 pm featuring $20 Mimosa Kits and an a la carte Brunch Menu featuring Breakfast Burrito; Chicken & Waffle; Big Ass Cinnamon Roll; Pancakes & Bacon and more.

Gaslight

Gaslight is a lively neighborhood bar in Gaslight Lincoln Park with three full bars, a delicious menu, and a spacious year-round patio that is open seven days a week for brunch, lunch, and dinner.

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A place for the whole squad to eat brunch and spend time together. They offer brunch on Saturdays and Sundays from 10 am – 3 pm. Guests receive one FREE Large Cinnamon Roll for every brunch table while supplies last. $20 Mimosa Kits when guests order an entrée from 10 am – 1 pm.

The a la carte brunch menu features Breakfast Burrito; Fried Chicken Benedict; Avocado Toast; Fried Egg Sandwich and more.

Highline

A staple for brunch, lunch, happy hour, and dinner throughout the week, Highline offers upscale bar fare and a FREE arcade with classic games perfect for anyone looking for an incredible experience while eating a variety of brunch favorites each and every weekend. 

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Brunch is offered Saturdays and Sundays from 10 am-4:30 pm. They offer $50 All-You-Can-Eat Brunch Buffets and Mimosa Package with 2 hour limit. Buffet stations include Meat Carving Bar; Taco & Nacho Bar; Omelets & Waffle Bar; salads; fruits and more.

Brickhouse

Located next door to the historic Wrigley Field, Brickhouse offers an elevated dining experience with four expansive bars, two outdoor terraces, and stunning views to eat brunch with your friends and family in style.

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They offer brunch on Saturdays and Sundays from 10 am-3 pm. $30 All-You-Can-Eat Brunch Buffet with 2 hour limit and $20 Mimosa Package.

Fremont

Fremont is located in the heart of River North and features two levels, a retractable roof, three large bars, and an all-you-can-eat brunch experience that’s defined the brunch game in Chicago.

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They offer brunch on Saturdays and Sundays from 9:30 am-4:30 pm. Après Ski Brunch Parties until February 26, 2023. $75 All-You-Can-Eat Brunch Buffet & Mimosa Package with 2 hour limit.

80 Proof

Located in Old Town, 80 Proof gives guests a unique dining-to-nightlife experience with three full bars & an exciting lineup of specials every weekend with an ‘almost famous’ Adults-only brunch experience.

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Brunch is offered Saturdays and Sundays from 10 am-4 pm. Age 21+ and $20 deposit / per person with reservation. Almost Famous Brunch with 2 hour limit. $35 All-You-Can-Eat Brunch Buffet and $20 Mimosa Package.

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