Andersonville’s beloved daytime cafe has an excellent brunch menu that satisfies every palate. Sweets include cinnamon roll French toast; vegans can enjoy the organic tofu scramble; and "Fannie’s Killer Fried Egg Sandwich" is a delicious combination of eggs, Applewood bacon, plum tomatoes, thyme, and Gorgonzola on toasted sourdough. Seating is first come, first served so get there early to avoid the long lines. Online ordering is available here.

Focusing on locally-grown and sustainably-farmed ingredients, chef Paul Fehribach produces some of the finest Southern cuisine in Chicago at Big Jones. Weekend brunch staples include beignets, fried green tomatoes, shrimp and grits, and “Eggs Bayou LaFourche” — a riff on eggs Benedict featuring crawfish cakes in popovers with poached eggs and béarnaise sauce. Online ordering is available here.

Few things in life are as pleasurable as starting the day off with juicy fried chicken. Paying homage to his great-grandmother Luella, chef-owner Darnell Reed whips up Southern comfort foods to nourish the soul. Diners can expect chicken gumbo, salmon croquettes, shrimp and grits, chicken and waffles, and more. The buttermilk biscuits and skillet cornbread are also can’t-miss sides. Place online orders here.

Chicagoans indulge their sweet tooths on a variety of luscious French toasts at this Lincoln Park cafe, such as caramel French toast topped with candied walnuts, caramel batter, and dulce de leche. Can’t decide on just one? Sample them all in a flight. Even sweeter: The restaurant is BYOB. Online ordering is available here.

Chef Derek Rylon started a revolution when he opened Batter & Berries, just north of the Lincoln Park and Lakeview border. He’s now cranking out waffle flights and more at Frances, a former Jewish deli that now focuses on brunch services every day. The syrups and sauces are house made in Frances as Rylon takes evolves his tried and true formula.

This classic Puerto Rican restaurant features a weekend brunch buffet that’s legendary. For about $24, adults can feast on pastelón, roasted pork, and more. But the jewel is the coconut oatmeal. Nellie’s avena de coco is an addicting and simple dish that will give diners cravings at random times. There’s also breakfast jibaritos served with eggs.

Opulent steakhouse Maple & Ash dials things up a few notches during Sunday brunch. For $75 per person, diners get their choice of entrée plus French toast, fire-roasted filet mignon, crispy breakfast potatoes, and maple-glazed bacon to share with the table. There are also a la carte seafood towers, large format cocktails, and a $125 “I Don’t Give a F*@k” tasting menu. All in all it’s one of the most lavish brunch experiences in town.

Small, charming, and retro-inspired, Spinning J is the type of gem every neighborhood deserves. The bustling bakery and café evokes nostalgic feelings thanks to its vintage centerpieces: A Liquid Carbonic marble bar that dates back to 1928 and a Bastian Blessing soda fountain. Regulars keep coming back for the tasty pies and sodas crafted with house-made syrups, but don’t sleep on the food menu. There’s a killer breakfast sandwich, a smoked trout bialy, pot pies, rotating stratas and quiches, and more. Online ordering is available here.

Regional Peruvian specialties drive Tanta but the menu is also heavily influenced by the country’s diverse ethnic makeup. Using ingredients and techniques from China, Japan, Italy, and Spain, the kitchen delivers irresistible dishes like chaufa aeropuerto, a pork-and-veggie fried rice topped with a shrimp omelet; and pollo a la brasa, a Peruvian-style rotisserie chicken. Though diners can order off the full dinner menu during the daytime, don’t overlook brunch options such as the soy-glazed pork served with bao buns (la fiesta del lechon). And when it’s warm out, the rooftop terrace is one of the city’s best outdoor destinations. Online ordering is available here.

Specializing in pork and seafood, One Off Hospitality's European-inspired beer hall has been a Chicago essential for more than a decade. The menu changes constantly but one will always find maple-syrup-braised pub bacon, crispy hash browns, and a terrific waffle served with honey butter and jam. Online orders can be placed here.

The Alinea Group’s casual and lively restaurant is decidedly less upscale than its siblings, but the food is just as impressive. The brunch menu boasts charred corn and avocado toast, green tomato BLT, smoked rib eye and eggs, and arguably one of the best fried chicken sandwiches in Chicago.

Stephen Gillanders’s globally-inspired restaurant in Pilsen has received high praise for offering ambitious-yet-approachable food at an affordable price point. During brunch service, the three-course prix fixe menu features choices such as bacon and egg fried rice, coconut buttermilk pancakes, truffle butter toastie, garlic beef noodles, and fried chicken with habanero butter and creamed corn. The meal can also be complemented with a la carte items like lobster dumplings and black truffle croquettes.

Dim sum, a traditional Cantonese dining experience, makes for a perfect brunch. At Chinatown favorite Dolo, guests are treated to a wide array of shareable, made-to-order bites. Options range from chicken feet, rice noodle rolls, and shrimp dumplings to sweet classics like sesame balls and egg tarts. It’s the ultimate communal meal so bring a party to try as much as possible. Online ordering is available here.

This Mexican-influenced eatery is a brunch favorite for South Siders. The menu highlights organic and seasonal ingredients, and folks can enjoy avocado fries, guava-stuffed French toast, chilaquiles, fried chicken and pancakes, and more. Online ordering is available here.

Head to Bronzeville stalwart Pearl’s Place for an unlimited supply of soul food. The buffet is the best bang for the buck and most popular option, offering made-to-order omelets and waffles as well as grits, salmon croquettes, chicken wings, and much more. In addition, breakfast is also served all day. Online ordering is available here.