Southport Grocery and Cafe
Adam Hatch · 133 Google reviewsSouthport 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" [$$, patio]
What 657 diners keep saying
What 657 diners keep saying
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“Bright and fresh grocery cafe on Southport corridor. As people who are typically occupied during the day, my partner and I were really excited to finally try this place out. The service was absolutely phenomenal. I wish I remembered her name, but she was enthusiastic and helpful. I got the brisket and gravy and 🤩 it lives up to the hype. My partner got the chicken salad sandwich with this soup… I forgot exactly what it was, I think it was a vegetarian chili? The sandwich was fresh but it tasted ok. The soup was very good. Coffee was decent. Everything was kinda overpriced, but that comes with the area. Hope to come back again for that brisket and gravy!!”
“i had such an unexpectedly lovely solo date here for breakfast. must try their homemade english muffins!”
“Great food, my wife is in love with this place. Not a huge fan of tye seating but it is a small place”
“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.”
“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!”
“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.”
“Absolutely amazing food and great bottomless coffee highly recommend this spot for breakfast.”
“ここにはずっと前に何回か来た記憶があるが、よくは覚えていない。 店内は、前とは違っていた。 棚にはソースやジャムなどが置かれている。 藉は狭く、隣との間隔も狭い。 コーヒーと、オムレツセット。 連れは、キューバンサンドイッチ。 お値段は、なかなか高い。 サンドイッチには、スープを付ける。 ボリュームがあって、 サンドイッチのパンが美味しい。 オムレツは、焼き方が上手。 私はアメリカのただ閉じるだけのオムレツはあまり好きではない。それは、家でも作れるオムレツだからた。 だが、ここのオムレツは中にキノコが沢山入っていて、焼き方がアメリカで今まで食べてきた中では、秀でている。 付け合わせの、マッシュポテトも美味しく、ビスケッもサクサクで、塩加減が少なめで、非常に良い。 実の良いブランチを頂いた。 店内の雰囲気も良い。”
“Stopped by Southport Grocery and Cafe for brunch after hearing all the hype. The place has a cute vibe, but man, it gets packed—had to wait about 30 minutes for a table. Ordered the famous bread pudding pancakes and the brisket & gravy. Pancakes were solid but didn't quite live up to the buzz, and the brisket was tasty but kinda on the small side. With a coffee and tip, dropped around $25. Service was friendly but slow, probably 'cause they were slammed. Overall, decent spot, but not sure it's worth the long wait.”
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