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Lou Mitchell's

Name: Lou Mitchell's
Address: 565 W Jackson Blvd, Chicago, IL, 60661, US
Telephone: (312) 939-3111
Price range: value

Brunch•Chicago•value

Lou Mitchell's is one of the best brunch restaurants in Chicago for brunch, especially if you want a strong option in Chicago.

Some Chicago institutions earn their reputation; Lou Mitchell's has been earning its since William Mitchell opened a diner named for his son.

Editorial review updated•Jul 28, 2026

Some Chicago institutions earn their reputation; Lou Mitchell's has been earning its since William Mitchell opened a diner named for his son. The current building dates to 1949, and the place still runs like a love letter to weary travelers — fitting, since it sits near the start of Route 66 and calls itself "the first stop on the Mother Road." They still hand out donut holes to everyone who walks in, plus Milk Duds for women and kids, a tradition that should feel corny and instead feels like family. The Jumbo Sour Cream Omelet is the move: crispy bacon, chopped tomato, that dollop of sour cream. Get the Hobo Skillet if you want hash browns folded right into the eggs, and the Mitchell Mouse Pancakes — blueberry eyes, Milk Duds nose, whipped-cream smile — if there's a kid (or kid energy) at the table. Pastries and breads are all baked in-house, the coffee's poured from the same urn since the 1950s. National Register of Historic Places, Michelin-noted, and around $18 an omelet. Worth the line.

Priya Sharma, Dining Editor

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Brunch and bright

Price and pace

Good value

Neighborhood

Chicago | 565 W Jackson Blvd, Chicago, IL 60661, USA

Price

Good value

Taste Score

8.0/10

Phone

(312) 939-3111

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Jumbo Sour Cream Omelet

Hobo Skillet

Mitchell Mouse Pancakes

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Lou Mitchell's is a clean first click in Chicago when you want a brunch option you can trust. It also holds a 9.2 rating across 4,748 Google reviews.

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9.2 from 4,748 Google reviews

Best for

Brunch and bright

Style

Brunch in Chicago

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Good value

Best for

Brunch bright social

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Google rating: 9.2 from 4,748 reviews

Price point: value

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Address: 565 W Jackson Blvd, Chicago, IL 60661, USA
Phone: (312) 939-3111
Price: value
TastyPals score: 8.0/10
Google rating: 9.2 (4,748 reviews)
Cuisine: Brunch
Neighborhood: Chicago

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What cuisine does Lou Mitchell's serve?

Lou Mitchell's is a Brunch restaurant located in Chicago, Chicago. Some Chicago institutions earn their reputation; Lou Mitchell's has been earning its since William Mitchell opened a diner named for his son.

What is Lou Mitchell's best for?

Lou Mitchell's is best for brunch, bright, social. Lou Mitchell's is a clean first click in Chicago when you want a brunch option you can trust. It also holds a 9.2 rating across 4,748 Google reviews.

How much does it cost to eat at Lou Mitchell's?

Lou Mitchell's is in the Good value price range (value). Google rating: 9.2 from 4,748 reviews

What should I order at Lou Mitchell's?

Start with Jumbo Sour Cream Omelet, Hobo Skillet and Mitchell Mouse Pancakes. These dishes are shown from TastyPals notes or restaurant data on this page.

Is Lou Mitchell's worth visiting?

Lou Mitchell's holds a 9.2 Google rating from 4,748 reviews. Lou Mitchell's is a clean first click in Chicago when you want a brunch option you can trust. It also holds a 9.2 rating across 4,748 Google reviews.

Where is Lou Mitchell's located?

Lou Mitchell's is located at 565 W Jackson Blvd, Chicago, IL 60661, USA. Directions are available via Google Maps.

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