Nookies on Wells
Sam · 3 Google reviewsNookies on Wells — an american spot in Old Town. Nothing about this place is trying to impress you, and that's the point. Big plates at fair prices. Abby Hirshman: "The meat was tender and flavorful while having nice crispy bits" [$$, patio]
What 1,285 diners keep saying
What 1,285 diners keep saying
verbatim, from Google
“Excellent breakfast location with fantastic food items which are enhancements on the breakfast classics. The berry stuffed waffles were fresh and tasty. Chocolate chip pancakes hit the spot. The Green Goddess was perfect for someone looking for a vegetarian selection. Service was prompt and polite. Outdoor seating was away from the street so it was still quiet.”
“This spot was excellent from start to finish. The food was delicious, the service was great, and the portion sizes were huge, making it a very satisfying meal. It feels like a fantastic local breakfast and lunch place, with a nicely updated interior that gives it a clean and comfortable atmosphere. The staff were friendly and welcoming, which made the experience even better. The menu is extensive with so many choices that it is almost hard to decide what to order. Overall, great food, good service, and a place that is definitely worth visiting again.”
“Perfect place to grab breakfast when staying in Old Town. Get there early and no wait on a Saturday.”
“Visiting from Indiana and have never been to this place. Food was phenomenal and service was extremely prompt even with how busy the place was. Ordered the sweet trio and a side order of roasted red potatoes. Orange juice is fresh squeezed right in front of you. I sat at the bar and the servers are very friendly.”
“Thanks to the recommendation at the Lincoln Hotel we fell in love with this treasure of a restaurant! Nookies is amazing! The staff are exceptionally friendly and welcoming. The atmosphere is a total feel good vibe, but the real star is the food! Banana nut pancakes = delicious! The Smokehouse frittata scrumptious! The roasted potatoes 5 stars! But our absolute favorite the Pesto scramble; so good we had it twice! Coffee delicious and I absolutely loved the Cortado to give you a jump in your step for the day! I highly recommend this restaurant! They definitely have something on their menu for everyone!”
“An absolutely fabulous place to eat! Great food! Great customer service! Reasonable price for the quality.”
“링컨파크 갔다가 점심먹으러 간 곳. 근처에 뭐 먹을게 있을까 하고 찾다가 발견했는데 와.. 진짜 백점만점이었음. 직원 친절하고 분위기 예쁘고 정말 현지인들이 브런치 즐기러 나오는 식당이었다. 음식도 맛있고 푸짐해서 행복하게 먹었던, 시카고에서 제일 기억에 남는 식당!”
“Huge portions , friendly staff and nice food, maple, pecanand banana pancakes, really good.”
“This is a cozy spot that’s perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a casual lunch. The menu is loaded with classic favorites, from eggs and omelets to sandwiches and salads, all served fresh and flavorful. The portions are generous, the staff is friendly, and the atmosphere feels comfortable and welcoming. It’s a reliable place to enjoy a relaxed meal any day of the week.”
“Georgie, our server was great. He was friendly, prompt, attentive. Everything we had was great. Pepper Benedict (special) was amazing. Paris Benedict (special) was great. French toast, eggs, hashbrowns all very good. Chai Latte excellent. Had a little more spice than usual, which I like.”
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