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American, Cafe, Diner
Special Diets
Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options, Gluten Free Options
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Breakfast, Lunch, Brunch
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Downtown / The Loop
0.4 km from The Art Institute of Chicago
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Reviewed 3 weeks ago

This cafe was just half a block from our hotel.Found it by accident as building was surrounded in scaffolding.But what a find food, staff and interior design perfect and very nice coffee.

Date of visit: February 2024
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Reviewed 31 January 2024 via mobile

Great breakfast, nice athmosphere. Great variaty in choice for breakfast. Service was friendly and helpful in narrowing down the choices for food. Also, good coffee, not unimportant :).

Date of visit: January 2024
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Reviewed 24 December 2023

This is a hidden gem in the diamond district/Loop. The building is large and ornate and some of the tables are in the lobby while others are inside with more of a cozy diner vibe. Either way is very pleasant. The food was delicious and...freshly prepared from scratch. I couldn't believe the price for such a touristy area. Great value for a full sit down breakfast in the Loop.More

Date of visit: December 2023
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Reviewed 16 December 2023 via mobile

Recommended by a friend was a little tricky to find first time but good food, plenty of choice and a super friendly team says so much about a place. Located in an iconic building this really is worth visiting. Great old fashioned genuine American hospitality...I remember of old. Thank you……I’ll be back.More

Date of visit: December 2023
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Reviewed 12 December 2023

Popular downtown breakfast spot with fast and friendly service in a very casual atmosphere. Food was good, well seasoned and offered variety of choices.

Date of visit: December 2023
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Reviewed 11 December 2023 via mobile

Good food, good service reasonably priced and in a neat building. Loved the ambiance and the staff. It was a short walk from our hotel on Michigan Avenue and well worth it.

Date of visit: November 2023
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Reviewed 7 November 2023

Handy spot for breakfast in the Loop (close to L and bus and just around the corner from the park and bean) if you don't want a Starbucks or modern cafe. If anything a little quiet as one of the few businesses that appear to...be left in the building but a wonderfully atmospheric setting. Huge choice for breakfast and food was good with quick service.More

Date of visit: October 2023
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Reviewed 26 October 2023 via mobile

I ordered hash browns with bacon and eggs (sunny side up) and had a muffin. The hot sauce on the table went well with the hash brown. I also ordered an English breakfast tea, and because I'm fussy asked for normal milk (without cream), it...felt like nothing was too much to ask and the service was extremely excellent. The whole meal cost me less than $16 (before tip) which is cheap for Chicago. Overall the food was simple but will cooked, although the bacon a little crispier than I like. For the price (in the loop in Chicago) this was a pretty decent feed.More

Date of visit: October 2023
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Reviewed 17 September 2023 via mobile

I don’t understand the good reviews on this place. The service was Ok, but the food was really, really bad. I ordered avocado toast, it came in a dry toast, without butter in it, a lot of dry arugula, a tiny bit of avocado and...an egg on top. It was so dry and tasteless I couldn’t eat. And the worst part, my knife was completely dirty, it hasn’t been washed. The whole place gave me a really bad vibe.More

Date of visit: September 2023
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Reviewed 6 September 2023 via mobile

Good food in a historic building - we had French toast with eggs and bacon, very tasty. "Outdoor" cafe in an indoor setting. Service was fine, a little slow but we were there after breakfast rush and were in no hurry. Restaurant is located inside...an old Chicago dame - The Pittsfield Building - which was magnificent in its day, but is a fading beauty these days. I really enjoyed viewing the architecture of the building while we had our meal. Would return again next time we're in town.More

Date of visit: September 2023
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Reviewed 4 September 2023

Great place, stylish environment, excellent food and friendly service. As simple as this. If you want to start your day in Chicago in style go there and enjoy American food at its best.

Date of visit: September 2023
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Reviewed 9 August 2023

We were staying at the Staypineapple hotel close by and came here every morning for breakfast. Great variety on the menu and we went through all different choices every day and were never disappointed. Was always a blend of tourists and locals and all in...all great value for money.More

Date of visit: May 2023
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Reviewed 8 August 2023 via mobile

Classic diner in a great downtown location. Great service. Based in a nice building … look for the sign on the sidewalk else difficult to find

Date of visit: August 2023
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Reviewed 8 August 2023

Well this is a hidden gem, on the ground floor of the Pittsfield Building which feels pretty empty. The art deco look is all around (the lifts / elevators are amazing) and, as with so many Chicago skyscrapers, the dimensions huge. The cafe is tucked...away and we enjoyed simple brunch fareMore

Date of visit: October 2022
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Reviewed 18 July 2023 via mobile

This restaurant was in the lobby of a building. Food prices were reasonable. Food itself was unremarkable. Service was quite good and I commend the staff. Bathrooms were atrocious This restaurant charges almost 4% for using your credit card, without notifying you prior to receiving...the bill. They suggest a tip percentage based on the entire bill including tax and card fee, so calculate your own tip amount yourself. While I tip generally 20% on the food and beverage total, these pricing practices are deceptive.More

Date of visit: July 2023
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PITTSFIELD CAFE, Chicago - Theater District - Menu, Prices & Restaurant Reviews

Frequently Asked Questions about Pittsfield Cafe

Yes, Pittsfield Cafe offers takeaway services.

Pittsfield Cafe is rated accordingly in the following categories by Tripadvisor travellers:
  • Food: 4.5
  • Service: 4.5
  • Value: 4.5
  • Atmosphere: 4