Pear Chef

“The Chicken Caesar Wrap and Lychee Lemonade are fantastic.”

Erica Perez

Nov 2025

“I’m a tourist, and walked in this cafe looking for a warm hearty breakfast.”

I’m a tourist, and walked in this cafe looking for a warm hearty breakfast. I was greeted with a big smile, and my request for breakfast how I would like it was not a problem at all. Amazing service and food!

Miss PR

Feb 2025

“Bang Bang Chicken is hands down my favorite dish.”

Bang Bang Chicken is hands down my favorite dish! I keep ordering it every time, and I hope it never leaves the menu. Always delicious!

deni seferi

Jan 2025

“Ordered the Cali Club for takeout.”

Ordered the Cali Club for takeout. Very tasty, great portion size, and nice that it came with chips

Andrew Foley

Sep 2024

“Pear Chef is a really nice cafe in downtown Chicago.”

Pear Chef is a really nice cafe in downtown Chicago. Their Hot Chicken Sammy is quite tasty 10/10. The place has a cozy and inviting atmosphere. It's definitely worth checking out!

Lakshman Gundapaneni

Feb 2024

“Ordered a couple of times now because they just don't disappoint.”

Ordered a couple of times now because they just don't disappoint. I'm a usual for the Bang Bang Chicken, it's light, plenty of protein that really delivers the fresh and simplicity of a hearty meal. If in the mood for something with a little more of the California zest, the Cali Club is a solid contender served up in a way that really can't be defeated. Usually though, the Jennifer Anniston Salad is my new go to. As always, the atmosphere is something that came from the West Coast to liven up the many shades of gray we get on the daily, with a really cozy dining room. I've added this to my go to lunch spots when I have the time, bringing a little more to the downtown dining experience. You want sunshine and best coast fresh? The chefs at Pear Chef won't disappoint. Check 'em out!

Vengeance Seville

Nov 2023

“Loved it! I recently ordered their Cali Club and would absolutely try it again. It's a traditional...”

Loved it! I recently ordered their Cali Club and would absolutely try it again. It's a traditional style club sandwich, but you could tell the ingredients were high quality. I found this image of their sandwich and what I received in my ordered mirrored the image, despite it being take out. Glad they took the care to ensure I received a quality final product.

Brian

Sep 2023

“My wife and I stopped here while visiting Chicago about a month ago (just now getting around to this review).”

My wife and I stopped here while visiting Chicago about a month ago (just now getting around to this review). I don't recall my wife's meal, so I will only review mine. It was not good. What was delivered was not as described or pictured. Note that we did order from GrubHub, and we picked it up ourselves. Attached are two photos of what I was given and one photo of what I ordered from GrubHub. Pear Chef's description was: House Fried Chicken Patty with Cabbage Slaw, Tangy Garlic Parmesan, Melted Provolone and a Touch of Chili Aioli on Challah My sandwich did not have cabbage slaw (I guess they substituted cherry tomatoes and a few lettuce leafs). I can't prove it, but I personally don't believe this was house fried chicken. It tasted like a generic frozen breaded chicken. I asked if I was given the wrong thing and (possibly the manager) offered to give me something else. I was too hungry and declined the offer. But they did apologize and give us some cookies that were very good and a carrot cake thing.

Jonathan Morgan

Nov 2025

“Would be zero stars if I could.”

Would be zero stars if I could. I ordered a hamburger and queso, I got an email that they were out of queso - no problem - so I ordered tots instead. Guess what showed up? COLD queso, and my burger was completely raw and non-edible. Not to mention it took a full 2.5 hours for me to receive my order that was supposedly prepared at my apartment just a few floors below. I had to call three times just to get anyone to acknowledge my order. This is not the first bad experience with PearChef but it will definitely be the last. I do NOT recommend to anyone wasting their money on this business who has ignored my request for a refund and has forced me to go through my bank to get my money back for the worst food I’ve ever experienced.

Maxwell Newberry

Jul 2023

“I stopped by here the other day since my butty had the chicken Caesar.”

I stopped by here the other day since my butty had the chicken Caesar. This site is soiled. Everything is brand new. Thumbs up

Dorothy Graham

Oct 2025

“A very delicious and reasonably priced restaurant given the quality.”

A very delicious and reasonably priced restaurant given the quality! You can taste that the food is high quality and made with care. I've been here twice now, first I got the Tuna melt, and then I had the bang bang chicken. Both I would highly recommend, as they were awesome! Its worth giving this place a visit, if you're anywhere nearby stop in and get a bite to eat! They make it pretty quickly too which is a plus.

nathan Scraggy

Oct 2025

“The food in this restaurant is extraordinary, as it's freshly made in the kitchen.”

The food in this restaurant is extraordinary, as it's freshly made in the kitchen. For the fact that they make every single food from scratch, I got my food in less than 5 minutes, a lot faster than I thought! Not to mention, I was highly welcomed into the store by a handsome young man, and instantly felt at ease. Overall, I undoubtedly recommend PearChef if you want to have an affordable and delectable lunch!

Tanush Doshi

Aug 2025