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Lula Cafe
2537 North Kedzie Boulevard
Chicago, IL 60647
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(773) 489-9554
- Sun - Mon 9:00am - 12:00am
- Tue Closed;
- Wed - Thu 9:00am - 12:00am
- Fri - Sat 9:00am - 1:00am
Cuisine: American Restaurants, Breakfast and Brunch, Cafes, Dog Friendly Restaurants
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4.8 of 5.0 from 221 reviews
price range:$11 to $25
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Great place to eat! Their dishes are very fresh using only organic ingredients. Good for vegetarians. There quesadillas are cheesy and tasteful and my favorite dish is combo of cinnamon, feta cheese and garlic, mixed up with hollow noodles. It's almost to die for. They now have a bar and it isn't over-priced, so leave your drinks at home. As for weekends, it gets very crowded, I've once waited over an hour for a table.
by robertmattei
The brunch menu is fantastic. Stone fruit salad and the trout scramble were both amazing. Great service, inventive food, and great drinks. (but...don't order a bloody mary - it was pretty terrible)
by Kristeena S.
Brunch is incredibly popular but it's not as hard to get into at other times. Always a friendly staff and something seasonal and delicious on the menu.
by Bobby Kennedy
Lula is not exactly the go-to for cheap eats. But, this colorful, flavorful quesadilla stuffed with acorn squash and green onion, ricotta, guajillo chile and queso fresco is an exception to it.
by PureWow
Food was good but not the service. Was a little disappointed with my experience. Had the ham and cheese brunch sandwich which was okay
by Roula H.
Logan Square is an up-and-coming 'hood, if feeling adventurous.
by Chris I
We had the breakfast burrito and brioche French toast. It was good and a lot.
by Yolanda V
Food is amazeballs
by David p
I tried something new, and loved it!! Cozy atmosphere. Great service too
by Jackie T
Spaghetti w/ Sweet and Spicy Chile 'Salsa Rossa,' Bacon, Queso Fresco
by Martin R.
Logan Square: Snag a table for two on Lula’s patio, order a slice of the melt-in-your-mouth carrot cake, people-watch Logan Square’s boulevards. Still hungry? Go all-in with the chicken and biscuits.
by PureWow
Instant classic. They are clean an satisfying with taste so that eating it is effortless.
by Chefs Feed
Veg tasting menu!
by Erica L.
Whether I stop in for a simple smoked-trout scramble for breakfast or I’m lucky enough to get there for the Monday night Farm Dinners, I can count on unpretentious, cliché-dodging food.
by Bon Appetit Magazine
Fernet-Branca gives the Mast Brothers hot chocolate at Lula a bit of an upgrade.
by Eater
A champion of local farm relationships and vegetable-forward cooking well ahead of the curve, Lula Café stays relevant and exciting well into its second decade in Chicago.
by Chicago Tribune
I thought it was awesome. The food is really good the portions are big the coffee is stupendous and great music
by Andrea T
Lula Cafe is amazing. They essentially have two menus. The more static, less expensive is great and still has items from 12 years ago. The chicken is incredible. The other menu changes and is great.
by Benjamin B.
Just checked out a spot with my friend last Friday. Perfect place to have brunch: friendly staff, nice drinks. Highly recommend to try shrimp and grits. Also don't forget to try their homemade pastry
by Надя S
Si no sabes que pedir, te sugiero el sandwich de pavo. El plus del lugar es la atención del personal y la ondita que tiene el lugar.
by Carlos G. K
The turkey sandwich never disappoints!
by Nelson
Lula '99 Bloody Mary
by Martin R.
Every trip to Chicago includes a bfast at Lula Cafe. It's so seasonal it's hard to rec a dish, but the bread baskets, you should get all 3, are a standout! Patio is shaded in the am so bring a coat
by Jenifer K.
everything is delicious. you have to try
by Acelya B
The brunch menu features rotating items like a breakfast burrito, cornbread French toast and a rotating selection of breakfast sandwiches.
by Eater
Breakfast burrito :)
by Farah T
Bfast or Brunch.
by Julianna
Chickpeas!
by Davey E
Food is soo good! Gets packed so go early to avoid the wait. It's so worth the food.
by michelle jimenez
I love Lula. Right now they have a cornbread French toast and it is amazing. I highly recommend it. However, I was not sold on their Bloody Mary...it had a weird sweet flavor to it.
by Heather J
Only the special one, yes PASTA ‘YIAYIA’ well served with bucatini, cinnamon, feta, garlic, brown butter. Awesome
by Stephanie M
Crispy pork belly and carrot cake were both incredible. Didn't love the vegetarian options. One side of the menu is set and the other rotates daily.
by Max W.
Brioche french toast✌🏻️✌🏻
by Amir J
Brioche french toast
by Amir J
The Monday night farm dinners—three new courses for $46—are where it’s at.
by Bon Appetit Magazine
Mouton Noir Love Drunk 2015 ($12). "It's the kind of rose that you start sipping and before you know it, your glass is gone,” says sommelier and bar manager Diana Hawkins.
by Eater
Cornbread french toast with rhubarb compote and marscarpone cheese! Crazy good.
by David M.
Best Brunch Places according to radicalpossibility.com
by Amanda
Before Logan Square had Longman & Eagle, it had Lula Café. More than a decade on, it's easy to see why people flock for its locally sourced menu, Sunday brunch and Monday night farm dinners.
by Eater
Wifi password: lulacafePublic
by Terrence
After winning our best overall brunch spot in our Best & Worst Brunches, Lula Cafe continues to be one of the most popular brunch spots, and since spring has sprung, it’s only becoming more popular.
by Bitches Who B.
The turkey sandwich is excellent.
by jbrotherlove
Great food! Pozole was amazing.
by Heather C
Best dinner in a few years! Black risotto was the star but dish after dish delivered delightful flavors without ever approaching "too rich."
by Gregory T
Excellent brunch spot, try the ham and raclette panino.
by Valentin G.
Inventive and market-driven, the Spinach and Endive Salad at Lula Cafe — featuring apple, pecorino, hemp seed and buttermilk dressing — is divine.
by Reserve A
Brunch is excellent, the dinner is perhaps even better
by John G
This is a great brunch place with an inventive menu!
by Donna J.
my favorite restaurant in chicago - for dinner, try the sunchokes, black risotto, and pasta yia yia to start.
by Stina P.
Voted Best Overall Brunch in 2015 by Bitches Who Brunch. Read More!
by Bitches Who B.
Voted Best Overall Brunch in 2015! From the service, to the decor, and of course the amazing food, we just love this Logan Square gem. This is one spot we could eat at again, and again, and again.
by Bitches Who Brunch B
Burritos are awesome. All the ingredients fresh. It's really tasty. Also frech toast are from other world!
by krach89 h
Just exceptional. Everyone at our table loved each dish. The quail was a particular standout but I don't see how you could go wrong at this place.
by Leland Brewster
Best brunch place in Chicago if you ask me
by Silvia Butta Calice
Delicioso!!
by Fer A
Brunch was amazing! Only waited about 15 minutes for a 2 top. They sat us at the chefs counter in the back (amazing) I ordered the Mexican seafood stew with rice off the specials menu. It was incredib
by Shannon S
Brunch, farm dinners, cocktails and artwork.
by Jono A
Amazing soles verdes
by Matt
Sit at the chief counter in the back for the best service and experience. And always get desert. They are almost better than the main course options.
by Ricardo T
Outdoor seating, make a reservation or be prepared to wait. But it's worth the wait. Breakfast/brunch is simply outstanding.
by Richard F.
Cocktails are always great. The menu changes with the seasons but try short rib if they have it!
by Alicia Jay
This is my second visit & every time it's been very satisfying. My current brunch place in Chicago. Very creative & delicious menu. Can't wait to go back!
by Lucille F.
Amazing brunch, lots of vegetarian dinner options, perfect for friends or dates
by Carrie N
Lots of meatless options but the "pickles" on the satay were WEIRD ad af
by Rachel S.
Brunch. Brunch. Brunch. And a coconut milk latte. 😍
by Marissa R.
Fancy food but small portions
by Trail J
Great peanut sandwich. Vegan heaven. Cool cocktails. Great seating outside. Worth the long wait.
by Sabina K.
We’re just going to pretend we’re training for the marathon or a 5k and chow down on the buckwheat pappardelle with lamb bolognese, bianco sardo, and a sunny farm egg.
by Bitches Who B.
Dinner was great. I love the atmosphere here and food is consistently good. The menu is very seasonal and inventive.
by Molly Lynn
Love the Bloody Mary. A must have !
by Jayshree M
Totally in love with this place. Nice atmosphere and delicious food. Try the slow-cooked shortrib. They also serve excellent Reissdorf Kölsch from Cologne :-)
by Jan W.
The rotating Royale sandwich for brunch is always amazing and let's you try something new each time.
by Faith Le
Try the specials ! We had a lamb sandwich and poached egg with pork belly
by Dina Rughani
Amazing inventive food! Apple custard cake is heaven
by Kseniya Makarova
Food was amazing! Highly recommend, the rainbow trout was super delicious!
by John F.
The cafe items here are my favorites. They are simple and I always crave them. Turkey sandwich with bacon, peanut noodles, baked french feta!!!
by Katie P.
I love everything about this place. Everything.
by heycasey
Trout Scramble. But the Green Pozole stole the show. Go right at 9 or you'll be waiting quite a while.
by Jenna Kowalczyk
Fantastic vibe, fantastic food and drink, and top notch service. Best restaurant in Logan Square and worthy of its accolades. A good place to eat if going to an event at Stan Mansion a block away.
by Rhett H.
Excellently cooked flounder and chanterelles
by Katherine
Amazing amazing amazing. Good for both dinner and brunch. Loved the special duck breast for dinner, banana griddle pancake, and Royale sandwich for brunch.
by Alice A
One of my favorite places for brunch in logan square, I would avoid the French toast its on the soggy side
by David Curiel
The quesadillas are a great starter.
by Emily Jurlina
I was apparently too late for brunch, but my spinach and apple salad was lovely.
by Dana Jensen
Brunch. Service. Blankets. Boom
by Nick W.
Brunch dishes, regardless of whether they are savory or sweet, always feature wonderful, fresh ingredients. And the portions are perfect.
by Abby
Love this place! Great food, friendly environment.
by Ellen Stolar
Get the Royale Sandwich and Kale salad!
by Douglas B.
Everything!
by Mike H.
Classic burrito is amazing!
by pratik4ever
Drink the TKO for brunch!
by jaime g.
The original farm to table in Logan square. Any time of the day you can find good options. Avoid crowded brunch
by Hillman Philistia
The bacon is amazing. Ham sandwich was delightful. You can pass on the Bloody Mary; you'll get a better one at Rockinghorse.
by Jen Marquez
Stephanie Izard, chef of Girl & the Goat, eats here on her nights off. She loves the Smoked quail.
by Chefs Feed
The breakfast bar seats are first come first serve. Be on the lookout. There are vultures!
by Phillip L.
Over priced
by Eduardo E
If I could eat the Spring Onion Tamale everyday, I would. Steak and Eggs have a nice twist with crawfish butter and wonderfully fresh asparagus.
by Jenifer K.
You can ask for a half order of pancakes or French toast and it's a good size portion.
by Alicia Lee
Plan for a cocktail at the bar before you sit down to eat. Trout scramble is my fave
by Justin K.
Get the brioche French toast for breakfast, the pork shoulder braised in milk for dinner, and a Gold Dust Woman with Scotch and grapefruit to sip.
by Thrillist
Amazing food! I will be back very soon!!!
by Angela B.
This place surely lives up to the hype.
by Terence S.
Great food & service! Their breakfast potatoes are the best I've ever had, and I'm normally not a big potato eater! Also, the homemade blueberry jam is to die for!
by Natalie F.
Incredible masters of food. Every single dish and drink I've had have left an everlasting impression!
by Aleshia W.
Try everything. You can't go wrong.
by Carlos R.
Hour long wait?! Line out the door At 1:30pm on a Monday.
by Christopher N.
So tasty and cool artwork. This place makes me no longer hate Logan Square.
by Erin M.
this not so hidden spot is authentic and spunky. i could eat breakfast, lunch, cafe, & dinner here for the rest of my life. snag a free lu or la pin at the front and order the beet bruschetta
by Stina P.
The eggplant Two Ways at Lula Café is one of the 100 best things we ate this year. http://tmout.us/rLOtk
by Time Out Chicago
In a rush? Want to avoid the brunch crowd? Get your order for carry out and bypass (most of) the madness
by Pedro F.
We are at the bar since we didn't have a reservation. The bartender was the most knowledgable about every little thing you can imagine. Plus, the food is always superb.
by Andrea O.
Omelet with potatoes and BBQ potato chips. Actually really like the lounge feel, with down tempo music!
by Sandy Sooyoung C.
What's the deal with the small capacity on the special Halloween dinner? Do we now just wait outside in the rain until the 9pm seating?
by Christopher N.
Diners pack the house for breakfast and brunch classics like buttermilk pancakes, brioche French toast, breakfast burrito, chilaquiles and more.
by Eater
A++ all around. Dying to go to Farm night
by Mariah V.
Turkey sandwich with egg. The best ever.
by Ale A.
Don't go in here expecting a 'coffee shop'. No working wifi. It's more of a nice restaurant that serves coffee and beer
by Kevin N.
Just go. And order anything.
by Theresa K.
Brunch ends at 2:30pm, thank god Jam keeps serving right up until 2:59:59
by Christopher N.
Everyone knows about Lula's Cafe' they have great food and it is a great place to have a nice meal with the family.
by Kay E.
Get the Peanut Butter Pie. Seriously. Get it.
by Tammy_k
Brown-butter griddle cakes. #FTW
by E Z.
Brunches are the best!
by Elisa V.
Any Chicagoan will tell you: Best. Brunch. Ever. Also: Around the corner from Longman & Eagle!
by Stephanie P.
The tofu and veggies scramble is amazing!!
by Alli B.
Brunch is awesome. Waits are long so be warned. Mondays they have a great prix fixe
by RTWgirl A.
I don't know if I liked the food or the friendly, eccentric and sassy waiters more.
by Tony C.
Try the Cochinita Pernil - Awesome dish!! (via @Foodspotting)
by Cherish S.
The bar area is open seating- first come first serve and they serve the same food! Linger around here to avoid long wait times.
by Aileen K.
They should make their items order-able from my smart phone by adding them to the app "appay biz". That way, I can order ahead using "appay"!!!
by George W.
Heard there are often lines--but the Sunday afternoon times are great!
by Mary K.
For everything that's delicious and interesting here, I have to recommend *against* the rutabaga polenta. It's trying too hard, with too many conflicting flavors. First Lula disappointment. Bummer.
by Julie F.
Pretty much everything here is fantastic (used to come often before I really started using four square).
by Julie F.
Hit up the bar stools if you're not with a crowd... very friendly... even with folks streaming in.
by Dane S.
The banana dulce de leche cake its so good
by Memo L.
One of my favorite brunch spots in Chicago. Menu varies by whatever local food is in season. It can get crowded & tends to be a slight wait but it's completely worth it!
by Mandy C.
The fried feta is AMAZING.
by Bethany K.
Ham and Raclette Panino is delicious. Pairs well with the slaw. Get there early for brunch or expect to wait.
by Delane H.
The bread pudding French toasts r phenomenal & there's a new one every week!
by Crystal B.
Nice bathrooms
by Michael C.
For dinner get the beets with the Caesar salad and split it with one other person. Awesome pairing to start your meal.
by Steven W.
try the Ham and Raclette Panino for breakfast or lunch!! runny yolk plus ham and melted cheese
by Gloria C.
Two words: breakfast burrito. But two more: homemade jam. Worth getting toast just for the jam.
by Bevin S.
Believe the hype! What a great place. Service is wonderful, as well. Must go!
by Keith J.
Come for breakfast, lunch, or dinner and you will never be disappointed. Hip atmosphere, excellent cocktails, extensive beer selection. The best reason to go to Logan Square!
by Abby M.
summer cool off!
by Konark U.
Brunch here is a must. Dinner is delish but much fancier and pricier -- not as many veg options either. I felt silly in my Sunday ragamuffin clothes (note the fancier bit.)
by Erica M.
The Blood Mary is amazing!
by Jace C.
Ham and Raclette Panino
by Ben M.
Everything is excellent. Go on a Monday night for the Farm Dinner. Great lunch spot too.
by Shawn C.
Try the Breakfast Royale - Fried ham, egg, escarole and onion rings. (via @Foodspotting)
by Aaron E.
Try the Sweet Potato Pave (via @Foodspotting)
by Aaron E.
Summer doesn’t usually scream soup, but the chilled cucumber soup at Lula Café is a must. Topped with crème fraîche and pickled chanterelle mushrooms, this is the perfect relief from a hot day.
by BlackboardEats
This Place Has A Genius In The Kitchen!
by Lina G.
Best breakfast in the city!
by Michael
Granola and bacon are excellent.
by Derek W.
It's the epitome of a neighborhood restaurant. Go there for brunch sometime.
by GQ Magazine
Loved the yiayia here!
by mabel b.
the tineka is one of the best vegetarian swhiches I've ever had. The Half Acre Over Ale was awesome as well
by Mark L.
Start off with the beet bruschetta. Love this place to bits!!
by Julie H.
Try the dishes we devoured on a recent evening here-- nettle farfalle with halibut collar and frisee, and a slice of silky buttermilk pie for dessert:
by Tasting Table
"The strada is a gooey, eggy, savory bread pudding made with pain de mie, custard, cheese and then whatever it is we have on hand," says chef and owner Jason Hammel. Try it for brunch!
by Chicago Tribune
Get the six-course vegetarian tasting menu, which plucks four courses from the specials, plus cheese and dessert. It's one of the city's best deals:
by Tasting Table
Go on Monday and get the Farm Dinner.
by Gabriel M.
Every dish (sliced flat iron steak with kimchi; pork loin paired with candied peanuts) is at home in the renovated space, which transformed the cramped bar into an expansive, light-filled room.
by Time Out Chicago
Every dish (sliced flat iron steak with kimchi; pork loin paired with candied peanuts) is at home in the renovated space, which transformed the cramped bar into an expansive, light-filled room. -ASK
by Time Out Chicago
Best Gimlet with Heatherbee Gin. Ever.
by Tyler L.
Great service. Try their original mixed drinks...yum!
by Tony B.
The no-reservations policy can rankle, but smartly made cocktails and well-chosen wines make a wait pass quickly. A list of specials, tweaked daily, offers all manner of tasty surprises.
by Chicago magazine
Turkey Sandwich!!! The avocado is so good! It makes the sandwich awesome!!
by Courtney C.
This place is out of business
by Leslie O.
Carrot griddle pancakes are to die for!! Bloody marys are great. I think this is my new fav brunch spot!!
by Akanksha D.
Amazing. Awesome. Good times. Gets you drunk! (4 of 4 petals via Fondu)
by Mike E.
For more than a decade, “consciously sourced” and “sustainable” have been traits that one could describe as “so Lula.” The gorgeously plated dishes are greater than the sum of their very great parts.
by Time Out Chicago
Chef Hammel’s four-year-old daughter got some face time with Rahmbo. “She leaned over and literally rested on him. I was like, ‘Um, that’s the mayor, you might want to give him a little space.’ ”
by Time Out Chicago
Try the Honey Whole Wheat Griddle Cakes (via @Foodspotting)
by Misty D.
one of may fave restaurants in chicago. The tineka sandwich (raw veggies and asian spiced peanut butter) on sourdough was excellent
by Chirag P.
Try the Veggie And Tofu Scramble - Very easy to make avg tofu dishes, this was great though. (via @Foodspotting)
by Akili L.
Best hang over cure! Try a Bloody!
by Summer
On Monday nights Lula Cafe puts out a farm dinner for frugal foodies on the prowl.
by Peter M.
Must-try cocktail: 11 a.m. Sunday 54 E. 1st St. The most beautiful Bloody happens to be the most delicious—smoked oysters, caper brine, and all.
by Chicago magazine
Beet bruschetta is a must!
by Ashley A.
This local favorite has one of the city’s best seasonally driven menus, so expect weekly changes. During brunch, look for the ricotta griddle cakes with rhubarb jam, sweet rhubarb and strawberry fool.
by Time Out Chicago Kids
My favorite breakfast place in chicago. Get there early to avoid the line.
by William B.
They made oatmeal un-boring! Try the three sisters oatmeal!
by Louis B.
If you arrive at opening without all of your party, they won't seat you...stupid
by Moises P.
Wonderful brunch menu without a long wait. Attentive service. Check it out!
by Veezworld
The chickpea tagine
by Chicago Reader
For a delicious (if heart attack-inducing) brunch, try the vanilla cream cheese stuffed brioche French toast. - CBS Chicago
by CBS Local
Love. Try anything. Smoked oyster bloody - ridiculous.
by Holly H.
Yes, it is THAT good.
by Pieter D.
Amazing bloody marys.. Get one now!!
by erin
The quail stuffed with goat sausage is sublime.
by Scot S.
I always intend to try something new, but I end up getting Pasta Yia Yia, and I never regret it.
by Lisa W.
I highly recommend the breakfast burrito.
by Dani M.
Long before the Logan Square gentrification wave, Lula has been creating buzz-worthy seasonal New American dishes. The neighborhood may have changed, but the restaurant is doing better than ever.
by The Feast
The goat was amazing! The creme caramel dessert was also good.
by Laura Z.
Try one of the Michigan wines. Guarantee you won't be disappointed.
by Kelly K.
French Toast is the best ever.
by Manbque
Cherry manhattan? Yes please! I eat the beet bruschetta weekly.
by Aimee G.
eat the beet bruscheta. it will knock your socks off
by Tim M
The only real panna cotta in town!
by Yelena E
My favourite place for brunch in the city, bar none.
by Todd G.
Fuckin awesome....if you haven't eaten this food you haven't lived
by Edmond S
Super popular brunch spot for good reason! The fresh, local, and wholesome dishes make it worth the likely long wait.
by Mazda
A 3-course prix-fixe meal for less than $28. Past dinners have included locally sourced Rasmussen farm meats, Prairie Fruits Farm chèvre-larded salads or sustainably grown Mick Klug desserts.
by Time Out Chicago
Lula is my favorite restaurant in the city.
by Henry S.
They've re-opened after the flood.
by Henry S.
Closed 07/26 due to flood damage :(
by Jorge M
very delicius
by tita C
so delicious
by Jami J
The Belle Casel prosecco is delicious
by Sean C.
The Rice Cakes are amazing!
by Shannon H
The hash is amazing.
by Manny A
Great brunch, great prices, great atmosphere, well worth the wait! Plenty of options for vegetarians and carnivores.
by Jason T
Bartender Brenton can be spotted on CuteChicagoBoys.com!
by CuteChicagoBoys !.
The strata. 'Nuff said.
by Arleta P.
Local, organic, good food. Funky and arty. Wonderful Logan square restaurant. -Rick Bayless, Top Chef
by Bravo
Get the tineka sandwich. Spicy and great!
by Liza G.
For breakfast, get the "Hash"
by David K.
Start with the sardine. Then get the spare rib.
by gattling f.

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