The Ultimate Evanston Breakfast & Brunch Guide

Feb 20, 2025

Does a freshly brewed cup of coffee sound good? How about a bagel sandwich while you read a good book or a fresh-made homemade pastry while you spend a relaxing morning taking in the city scenery? Or try simply eggs, an omelet, a benedict, waffles, crepes, pancakes, French toast, and other specialties. Top it with jalapenos, avocado, or other fresh ingredients.

Many of Evanston’s unique spots take pride in using locally sourced ingredients, putting your health and access to the freshest quality food at the forefront of their missions. So, kick back by yourself or meet up with friends and enjoy something tasty. After all, no matter what kind of breakfast or brunch you want, there’s something delicious waiting for you here in Evanston.

BREAKFAST/BRUNCH IN EVANSTON

Breakfast

Bagel Art Café

615 Dempster St, Evanston, IL, 60201

(847) 864-8700

http://www.bagelartevanston.com/

Berry Pike Café

1100 Davis St.

847-424-1006

https://www.berrypikecafe.com/

Cupitol Coffee & Eatery

812 Grove St, Evanston, IL 60201

(847) 868 8078

https://cupitol.com/

Curt’s Café

2922 Central St, Evanston, IL 60201

(847) 868-8385

https://curtscafe.org/menu-north/

Egg Harbor Café

1701 Maple Ave., Evanston, IL 60201

224-551-6116

https://eggharborcafe.com/evanston

Eggs with Benefits

527 Davis St., Evanston, IL 60201

(847) 905-0525

https://eggswithbenefitschi.com/

Frida’s

618 Church St, Evanston IL 60201

847-859-6342

https://www.fridasevanston.com/

Hoosier Mama Pie

749 Chicago Ave, Evanston, IL 60202

(847) 868-8863

https://www.hoosiermamapie.com/evanston.html

IHOP

100 Asbury Ave, Evanston, IL 60202

(847) 328-1450

https://restaurants.ihop.com/en-us/il/evanston/breakfast-100-asbury-ave-1203

Lefty’s Righteous Bagels

827 Chicago Ave., Evanston, IL 60202

224-714-2245

https://www.lrbagels.com/

Le Peep

827 Church St., Evanston, IL 60202

847-328-4880

https://lepeep.com/stores/evanston/

Mid Kitchen

1512 Sherman Ave, Evanston, IL 60201

847-563-8454

https://www.midkitchen.com/

Ovo Frito Café

1936 Maple Ave, Evanston, IL 60201

847-859-6966

https://ovofrito.com/

Pâtisserie Coralie

600 Davis Street, Evanston, IL 60201

(847) 905-0491

https://www.bestfrenchpastries.com/?utm_source=google&utm_medium=gmb&utm_campaign=PatisserieCoralie

Sarkis

2632 Gross Point Rd, Evanston, IL 60201

(847) 328-9703

https://cafesarkis.com/

Sher-Main Grill

802 Main St, Evanston, IL 60202

(847) 864-1340

https://www.allmenus.com/il/evanston/773613-sher-main-grill/menu/

The Graduate Homestead Room

1625 Hinman Ave., Evanston, IL 60201

(847) 475-3300

https://www.hilton.com/en/hotels/ordgegu-graduate-evanston/dining/?y_source=1_MTA2Njc4ODcwNC03MTUtbG9jYXRpb24ud2Vic2l0ZQ%3D%3D

The Lucky Platter

514 Main St, Evanston, IL 60202

(847) 869-4064

https://luckyplatter.com/

Brunch

Blind Faith Café

525 Dempster St, Evanston, IL, 60201

(847) 328-6875

https://www.blindfaithcafe.com/

Evanston Corner Bistro

703 Church St, Evanston IL 60201

847-492-9700

https://www.evanstoncornerbistro.com/

Jilly’s Café

2614 Green Bay Rd

847-869-7636

https://www.jillys.cafe/

Peckish Pig

623 Howard Street, Evanston, IL 60202

(847) 491-6778

https://www.thepeckishpig.com/

Stacked and Folded

824 Noyes St

847-328-9100

https://www.stackedandfolded.com/

Ten Mile House

1700 Central St, Evanston, IL 60201

847.905.0669

https://www.tmhevanston.com/

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