Cornerstone Cafe - Chicago

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Cornerstone Cafe

Cornerstone Cafe
4.4 / 5 (1323 reviews)

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Cornerstone Café emerges as a beloved neighborhood gem, consistently impressing patrons with its warm hospitality and generous breakfast offerings. Guests rave about the diverse menu, highlighting standouts like the special vegan burger and Salmon Avocado Benedict. The inviting atmosphere is complemented by friendly service and a kid-friendly setup, making it a popular choice for families. Despite occasional busy hours, wait times are minimal, and ample parking is available. Whether for a leisurely brunch or a quick takeout, Cornerstone Café serves up comforting, well-prepared dishes that keep customers coming back for more, firmly establishing it as a Chicago favorite.

Last update: 17.01.2026 from: Javier

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★ 4.4 / 5 from 1323 reviews
xiomara-21
03.08.2023

Good breakfast. Good service. Waffle batter is very good. Their jelly is also good. No complaint during my visit. It was all nice and smooth. In and out.

essyl
03.08.2023

This is a fantastic neighborhood diner located at the intersection of Western, Elston, and Diversey. I love dining here because of the warm hospitality, excellent service, and generous breakfast options. The kids' menu offers a wide variety of choices, and they provide Wikki Stix and crayons to entertain the little ones. They also have a full-service coffee bar, and takeout is available. I've visited three times and have never had to wait for a table. Parking has never been a problem either. The portions are quite large, so I get to enjoy leftovers the next day. It’s definitely one of my favorite breakfast spots in Chicago!

jennifer-1553
03.08.2023

I visited this restaurant for brunch for the first time and found it to be quite busy. We had to wait around 10 minutes, but the food was well worth it! I tried the special vegan burger, and it was absolutely delicious. My family members also enjoyed their breakfast dishes. I wouldn’t hesitate to come back here for breakfast again!

javier-895
03.08.2023

I have been visiting this restaurant for the past few weekends with my daughters, and we truly enjoy it. The food is fantastic, the service is top-notch, and the cafe has a very inviting atmosphere. The staff is incredibly friendly, and the food is delicious. It's an excellent place!

ryan-725
03.08.2023

Amazing food, good classic cafe atmosphere. Eggs Benedict classic was perfect. Corned beef hash is amazing too. Same with the extremely fluffy pancakes

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You can watch major sports events on a screen / TV right in the joint.

The place also takes credit cards from the common providers as a means of payment.

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