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Yolk

Yolk

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Breakfast Spot$$$$
River North, Chicago
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  • Elly M.
    Elly MoodySeptember 15, 2011
    Been here 5+ times
    Line goes quicker than you think on a Saturday or Sunday, and it's worth the wait!
  • christina leigh m.
    BYOB for mimosa brunch--closest liquor store is 2 blocks down on the corner of Clark & Chicago. How grand!
  • Chellz @.
    Chellz @CoasttocoasterstudioOctober 3, 2011
    Been here 10+ times
    When ordering a wrap remember to ask them close the ends like a burrito or it'll be all over your plate
  • @jayelarex
    @jayelarexJune 30, 2012
    Been here 10+ times
    Get the Pot Roast Benedict.
  • ISC C.heart icon on user image
    ISC ChicagoJanuary 23, 2017
    Standard breakfast place, but very popular; be prepared to wait for a table
  • Alex T.heart icon on user image
    Alex TuckerOctober 12, 2014
    Nutella pancakes are amazing!
  • Marty E.heart icon on user image
    Marty ErwinMarch 14, 2018
    This Yolk has much better service than the one on Diversey. If you have a choice go here.
  • Jason G.
    Jason GalloMay 18, 2013
    The banana bread French toast is amazing!
  • Kelly A.
    Kelly AndrewsAugust 23, 2011
    Like eggs benedict? Like pot roast? Get the pot roast benedict - it's amazing!
  • Kimberly W.
    Kimberly WolfsonSeptember 29, 2013
    The Tuscan Frittata is the best!
  • Rosalie T.heart icon on user image
    Rosalie TrovatoDecember 14, 2013
    Great food. Great staff
  • Lacy B.
    Lacy BrunnetteMarch 2, 2012
    Healthy start waffle is hearty + delicious.
  • Kate S.
    Kate SnowAugust 25, 2014
    Been here 5+ times
    If you get stuck in the rain on the way here, just use the super powered dryer
  • ShopTRACY B.
    ShopTRACY BURTONFebruary 6, 2011
    best yolk location...best to go on a week day - no lines + no waiting
  • Emmanuel A.heart icon on user image
    Emmanuel AdewaleAugust 21, 2014
    Prompt service and nice staff
  • Lisa
    LisaOctober 17, 2014
    Strawberry & orange juice, country skillet
  • TheLizJake P.heart icon on user image
    TheLizJake PennerJuly 21, 2013
    Been here 100+ times
    Open till 3pm! Come around 2, less of a wait
  • Kelly .
    Kelly 🍰August 8, 2014
    Yummy skillets! Bottomless coffee refills
  • Brook H.
    Brook HarrisJune 26, 2012
    Try the Hey Ricki - Delicious spanish omelette... Spicy!
  • Don MoukY
    Don MoukYDecember 22, 2012
    Can't make up my mind what to order:)
  • Sarah B.heart icon on user image
    Sarah BirtwisleNovember 23, 2014
    Not the best eggs benny I have had to be honest. Hash potatoes were a little under done. Staff were slick and polite though.
  • Neel B.
    Neel BhargavaOctober 27, 2015
    Surprisingly very good coffee
  • Jason D.
    Jason DJuly 21, 2013
    If you get grossed out by a dirty kitchen don't look behind the line when you are paying. Clean as you go people!
  • Tashia N.heart icon on user image
    Tashia NeuhausMarch 1, 2014
    For the love of God, have the Tour De France.
  • Billy C.heart icon on user image
    Billy ClarkMay 30, 2015
    Great breakfast food!
  • ISC C.heart icon on user image
    ISC ChicagoSeptember 26, 2016
    Go with skillets
  • Joshua K.heart icon on user image
    Joshua KujawaAugust 9, 2014
    The Tour De France is tastier than a whore de-pantsed.
  • Chris B.
    Chris BroylesJune 7, 2011
    Been here 10+ times
    Best eggs benedict and variations in the city Read more
  • Craig S.
    Craig SMay 9, 2012
    Huge plates, so bring an appetite
  • TheLizJake P.heart icon on user image
    TheLizJake PennerJune 30, 2013
    Been here 100+ times
    The iron man omelette is spectacular
  • Dane D.
    Dane DeasyAugust 3, 2013
    The Eggs Benedict rules.
  • Vila-Sheree W.
    Vila-Sheree WatsonJune 6, 2012
    Eggs Benedict is a must!
  • Chris V.
    Chris VaughnFebruary 21, 2010
    I just had breafast at Yolk on Wells Street. Man, the Waffle & siade of Bacon was just what I needed to get my day off to a good start. Read more
  • Joe G.
    Joe GarciaMay 13, 2013
    Tasty shrimp chowder
  • Ashley B.
    Ashley BurkNovember 15, 2014
    Been here 5+ times
    Love this place!
  • Anthony C.
    Anthony CadenaNovember 24, 2010
    Best bfast I've ever had, must try the biscuits and gravy!!!
  • Arshan P.
    Arshan PouladdejDecember 10, 2012
    Burgers are really good!
  • TheLizJake P.heart icon on user image
    TheLizJake PennerApril 14, 2013
    Been here 100+ times
    Iron man omelette for sure. Add ham!
  • Timothy R.
    Timothy R.October 22, 2010
    Possibly best biscuits and gravy I've ever had in my entire life!
  • Paul K.
    Paul KortmanJanuary 20, 2011
    The garden veggie omelet. It's a must have
  • Mike S.
    Mike SofkaAugust 24, 2013
    I love this place!
  • Maddie E.
    Maddie EhlerdingApril 4, 2012
    Nutella crepes!!!!! And strawberry orange juice
  • Crystal B.
    Crystal BastuckJanuary 30, 2013
    Pumpkin swirl French toast!
  • Eric D.
    Eric De FeoAugust 8, 2010
    Surf + Turf Benedict is great if you're hungry. Choc chip pancakes are decent
  • Kristin G.
    Kristin GilbertJanuary 22, 2011
    Highly recommend the Orange Bread French Toast!!
  • Greer C.
    Greer CrenshawApril 22, 2012
    Been here 10+ times
    Red Velvet French Toast. Done!
  • Chelsea C.
    Chelsea ConleyOctober 20, 2011
    Skillets are amaZING!
  • Anik C.heart icon on user image
    Anik ChaudhryMay 17, 2015
    It was alright but there are much better places in the area. Service was quick though.
  • Moshin
    MoshinJanuary 9, 2012
    Steak. Eggs. Taters. Nuff Said
  • Pat S.
    Pat SpodenJune 6, 2011
    Gotta have their coffee, most delicious beveage
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