Brunch, not quite breakfast nor lunch, is one of the best parts of the weekend — even during a pandemic. The Eater Chicago Brunch Heatmap is here to help by highlighting the newest options for a delicious midday meal.
The latest additions to the map below include beloved diner Sarkis Cafe, Peranakan restaurant Kapitan, and Wicker Park’s outdoor hotspot, Kennedy Rooftop. They join a growing number of places that are focused on creating exciting brunch menus. So start the day off right with eggs (and much more) at these 16 destinations.
Recess
There has been an unprecedented demand for patio dining and for good reason. Luckily, this West Loop playground — decorated with shipping container and artificial turf— provides 14,500 square feet of outdoor space for Chicagoans to spread out on. Practice safe social distancing while feasting on brunch items like orange hazelnut French toast, corned beef hash, and biscuits and gravy. Recess is open for carryout, delivery via third party services, and dine-in. The majority of the venue is outdoors.
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