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Southport Grocery and Cafe — neighborhood brunch & breakfast in Lakeview. They're doing something different, and it works. Mike Goldberg: "The sausage on the sandwich was delicious and it was light but filling"
Adam Hatch
133 reviews
“This dish comes with an open biscuit with hunks of brisket on top, smothered in gravy and topped with two over easy eggs”
3552 N Southport Ave, Chicago, IL 60657
“i had such an unexpectedly lovely solo date here for breakfast.”
i had such an unexpectedly lovely solo date here for breakfast. must try their homemade english muffins!
kristine palka
Jan 2026
“Great food, my wife is in love with this place.”
Great food, my wife is in love with this place. Not a huge fan of tye seating but it is a small place
marek kurowski
Dec 2025
“Located in a great spot on the corner of Addison & Southport.”
Located in a great spot on the corner of Addison & Southport. I got the brisket & gravy. Don’t be fooled that it’s your normal biscuits and gravy because it’s far from it. This dish comes with an open biscuit with hunks of brisket on top, smothered in gravy and topped with two over easy eggs. If you’re not looking to take a nap immediately after, you’ll be fine getting the half portion. I was only able to eat half and took the rest home with me. It was so good! They have indoor and outdoor seating. A lot of smaller tables if you’re dining solo like I was that morning. Staff is also really friendly.
Adam Hatch
Aug 2025
“Went on a Sunday, sat right away (group of 2).”
Went on a Sunday, sat right away (group of 2). Service is quick, seating is a little tight, but the food is high quality and pricing is fair. The pancakes are exceptional. Order the breakfast sandwich if you don’t know what to get!
Joshua DeAngelis
Jun 2025
“Gluten free cupcake pancakes are great.”
Gluten free cupcake pancakes are great! Chorizo and eggs were also excellent. The cortado was a nice way to start the meal. Parking on Southport can be difficult but lucked out and there was a spot right in front of the restaurant. Picked up some marshmallows on the way out. If you like marshmallows stop by and pick some up.
Chris Kraszewski
Apr 2025
“Absolutely amazing food and great bottomless coffee highly recommend this spot for breakfast.”
Janet Tan
Apr 2025
“I had one of the best brunches of my life here.”
I had one of the best brunches of my life here! The bottomless coffee was amazing, and all of the house made food was absolutely delicious. I highly recommend the bread pudding pancakes or at least the side of one.
Tiffani Grace
Dec 2024
“⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Southport Grocery and Cafe is a gem.”
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Southport Grocery and Cafe is a gem! 💎 I absolutely loved the cozy vibe and friendly staff. 😄 The brunch menu is mouthwatering — the Bread Pudding Pancakes 🥞 are a must-try! So fluffy and delicious! The Cappuccino ☕️ was spot on, and the freshly made sandwiches 🥪 made it even better. Perfect spot for a casual catch-up or a weekend treat. Will definitely be back! 👏 Highly recommend!
Markus Bacher
Oct 2024
“Gluten free pancakes are delicious.”
Gluten free pancakes are delicious! Went in full of doubt left leaving happy! Lots of fun little items to purchase in the store too, both gluten free and regular
Callie Bunker
Oct 2024
“Pancakes SO GOOD wow.”
Pancakes SO GOOD wow. They don’t look like anything special but the pudding took them to another level. Kind of tasted like raw batter in a good way
Lydia
Mar 2024
“Quaint and delicious brunch spot.”
Quaint and delicious brunch spot! I’m not a stranger to Southport Grocery, but this brunch trip was an especially wonderful experience. The cafe is nestled in a small, hand-selected store front and cafe which gives it its quaint and charming feel. I ordered a chai latte to drink and the Chorizo & Eggs. When I tell you this dish was so flavorful I am not kidding. I will definitely be ordering this dish again. It was the perfect balance of flavors and textures… I’ve never had anything quite like it. Highly recommend stopping by for food and perusing the grocery after. YUM!
Lauren H
Nov 2023
“Just went for the first time and really enjoyed the food and service.”
Just went for the first time and really enjoyed the food and service. Our waiter was very helpful and lovely. We had some questions and she knew all about the dishes, which isn’t often the case. Her recommendations were also good. I was a big fan of the gooey and delicious, low key sweetness of the bread pudding pancakes. The grilled corn and cheese sandwich was a standout. Think of creamy elotes in sandwich form. Really creamy and flavorful. The red potato mash is very sour cream and chive forward and I found it delicious. My quiche was a little lacking in flavor, so I wouldn’t necessarily recommend that. But it’s a big portion which some might appreciate.
Tom Zeien
Aug 2023
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