Chicago Pickle Eatery / Luca’s Cafe & Dessert Bar
Chicago Pickle Eatery / Luca’s Cafe & Dessert Bar stands out for made-to-order sandwiches, especially the Chicago Pickle, garlic aioli steak, Southwestern breakfast sandwich, and all-day New Yorker, plus fresh smoothies, Colombian coffee, fries, pastries, gelato, and affogato. Regulars love the bright, spotless, relaxed space, friendly owners, Wi-Fi, charging stations, and board games—great for quick meals or lingering, though parking is tricky and occasional reviews mention slow dessert service or a cold wrap.
What 51 diners keep saying
verbatim, from Google
“Food: I had the Southwestern breakfast sandwich with added bacon and hot sauce, and it was excellent! Good prices, nice portion size, and a large menu. They even have ice cream! Atmosphere: Clean, bright, and filled with plenty of natural sunlight. A really nice place to sit and enjoy a quick meal. Service: The service was good. Nothing to complain about—everything went smoothly. Overall, if I were a local, this would definitely become part of my regular routine for a quick bite.”
“Wow. Best burger I've had in a LONG time! Atmosphere is cool. Couple of board games available if needed. Food at out table was off the charts. Dessert looked good - next time! Bottled soda as an drink option was cool. Will be going back soon. Parking can be a challenge - it is the city.”
“⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ If you haven't visited Chicago Pickle yet, you are seriously missing out! The food here is absolutely spectacular. The sandwiches are incredible, but The Chicago Pickle sandwich is in a league of its own — a must-try that will blow your mind. And the coffee? It's Colombian, and it tastes amazing. The flavor and presentation are on point from the very first sip. You can tell they take quality seriously. To top it all off, the service is wonderful — friendly, attentive, and they genuinely make you feel welcome. 100% recommended. Do yourself a favor and go! 🥪☕”
“It was amazing! The person who attended us, Khalied, was amazing, kind and such a good guy! It was such a nice vibe, clean, and all the food was delicious! There were so many options and everything we ate was 👨🏻🍳👌🏼💋!”
“Im excited for this place to be around for the summer. Everything I’ve tried so far has been delicious and good quality. Spicy Italian sandwich, mozz sticks, breaded mushrooms, onion rings, gelato…all of it has been great and they have so much more. the vibe inside is nice and clean and the staff is always friendly. Gonna try their smoothies and more desserts next.”
“Great food, great atmosphere, great employees. The owner is so nice and you can tell he really cares about his customers and the food he serves. If you’re in Wicker Park make this a stop!!”
“everything i’ve gotten on the menu (sandwiches and smoothies) has been delish!! great prices for the size and quality of food”
“The food is made to order. I have had the smoothies, sandwiches, pickles and a few sides and everything is delicious everytime. I would recommend the New Yorker breakfast sandwich (served all day), the fries, pickles, and smoothies. There is wifi and charging stations, so this is a good place to study or hang out.”
“This place is great! The sandwiches are fresh and delicious. The coffee is top notch and the desserts are beautiful. The staff was super friendly and accommodating. The space is relaxed, spacious and has a nice decor. Everything is spotlessly clean and the area behind the counter is open and visible and perfectly organized. I found my new sandwich spot!”
“Delicious food! The chop steak is my favorite—always cooked perfectly and full of flavor. Everything tasted fresh and refreshing, and the service was wonderful. The staff was friendly, attentive, and made for experience. I highly recommend this place and will definitely be back!”
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