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Ranked #2 for American restaurants in Evanston
"Best pumpkin soup this side of Jamaica"(5 Tips)
"Highly recommend the apricot cheese flakey."(3 Tips)
"Love all the variations of eggs benedict, especially the crab cake."(3 Tips)
"Awesome benedicts, especially the crab cake one."(4 Tips)
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- Allan MFebruary 13, 2018Awesome benedicts, especially the crab cake one. Do be aware that the breakfast menu is only served till 2pm, so keep that in mind if you want to order one of their benedicts.
I have a feeling that people who left negative comments here were out to have a bad time. I have been a regular customer for many years, great food, wonderful people, cool environment. Try it!
Note the customized pizzas on last page of menu. They're perfect size for one person and various combos I've had have all been terrific. Service here has always been great, by the way.
Dianne CartyDecember 30, 2014Fresh food (burgers are da bomb!!!), good service, moderately expensive when you order drinks (spiced apple cider!) and dessert (key lime pie!)!
Bobby KennedyMarch 4, 2018The go-to spot for breakfast in South Evanston. Equally good at both egg dishes (like the benedicts) and the sweet stuff.
Renovation was totally worth it! Its crazy look became more elegant and fancy :)
Angie OsmanskiNovember 18, 2015This place is delicious!! Calamari, chicken pot pie...mm...mm....good!! The California burger is also very good!
James Janssen IIJanuary 25, 2016I like this quirky restaurant, but for all the staff running around, it took some effort on my part to keep my water glass from staying empty.
I've been coming here for YEARS. Food has always been excellent. One of the owners is a pastry chef, so voila!!! This is one of my absolute favorite restaurants in Evanston. :P
Lloyd MurphyOctober 10, 2019I was pleasantly surprised at the innovative menu and the fun decor. Then as I left I saw that the "no weapons" sign hidden from the outside behind Halloween decorations. So I won't be returning.
Kary KingApril 12, 2011Great food! I love the Tandoori Chicken Sandwich, sweet potato fries and apricot flakey (with breakfast). Soy Mustard Vinaigrette (dressing) great on any salad.
The portobello burger is the best on the planet--no skimping on this thing--every ingredient is piled on for maximum flavor. Yum!!!!!!!
Jeff EarlyNovember 24, 2015Try the SATAN eggs. Seriously can't do soy, this is a good alt for carnivores, delicious vegetarian food.
Amirreza KhosroshahiMay 17, 2015Great brunch options. Also try their pumpkin soup and avocado salad. Delicious!
Ryan StrandSeptember 9, 2012Crab cake eggs benedict is out of this world. Garlic aioli makes everything better.
BlakeSeptember 11, 2014The BBQ Chicken sandwich is great. And the place is very kid friendly, including the staff.
Caroline GlasserJuly 6, 2014The salads are fantastic...try the house and simple salads. And the apricot cheese flakey.- Rude servers. Great food, excellent pastry. Highly recommend the apricot cheese flakey.
JoAnna ArnoldMarch 4, 2012Get the crab cake Benedict! And the apricot flakey is fabulous. I'm ordering 5 next time I go in.
Galen BurghardtApril 30, 2011Anything w/ their BBQ sauce is outrageous. Texas Burger is my favorite, cucumbers, onion strings and the amazing sauce, wow!
Breakfast is delish and burgers are outstanding but make sure that you get their apricot cheese flaky
Andrew InmanMarch 13, 2011Aliens can't read your thought here because of the tin foil on the ceiling. Green tomato bene is amazing
Turkey Hash w whole wheat toast for breakfast is fantastic!!!
Tuna melt, small house salad with sesame dressing, cup of pumpkin soup. Delish!
marian caseyMay 7, 2010Great place to eat in Evanston. Funky art and people. Good food. Must try apricot flakies.
The BBQ Chicken Salad here is a knock-out. And get the Apricot Flaky at breakfast!
Sarah LaFleurOctober 13, 2013Service was terrible...2 of our four dishes were wrong and we got no real apology or a reduction of the bill. We will not be eating here again.
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The Lucky Platter
514 Main St (btwn Chicago Ave & Hinman Ave)
Evanston, IL 60202
United States
Evanston, IL 60202
United States
One block east of the Main Street CTA and Metra stops.
Eclectic. Scrumptious. Evanston.
Closed until 7:30 AM tomorrow (Show more)
- Mon–Sat
- 7:30 AM–9:00 PM
- Sun
- 7:30 AM–8:00 PM
(847) 869-4064
Features
Reservations
No
Credit Cards
Yes (incl. Discover & MasterCard)
Outdoor Seating
No
Food & Drink
Menus
Breakfast, Brunch, Lunch, Dinner, Dessert
Drinks
Full Bar, Cocktails
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