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“a Chicago Institution since 1923”
Lou Mitchell's, also known as Lou Mitchell's Restaurant, is a Chicago diner located at 565 W. Jackson Boulevard. It is a popular restaurant for commuters, as it is located near Union Station. It is also located near the start of U.S. Route 66 and was frequented by many people on the start of their journey along the road, earning it the nickname "the first stop on the Mother Road." Founded in 1923, Lou Mitchell's is known for handing out fresh donut holes to people waiting in line, boxes of Milk Duds to children, an orange slice and prune for breakfast, and a small cup of ice cream with each meal. Their egg dishes are made using double yolk eggs, which they claim makes the eggs larger and fluffier. Lou Mitchell's is currently owned by Heleen Thanas. She appeared as the guest judge for the Quickfire Challenge of Episode 11 of Top Chef (season 4), which involved working at "the hull", or egg station, at the restaurant for twenty minutes.
The food was very good. No skimpy plates, you will fill up. Beware, the silver dollar pancakes here are almost the same size as regular pancakes elsewhere..and you get a lot of them. Our server,... Read more
Hands down one of the best breakfast experiences I've ever had. I recommend only going with one or two other people, if possible, because you have to wait in a line to be seated. I was a party of... Read more
Lou Mitchell's was a great stop that I'm glad I made while visiting Chicago. The ambiance inside is great, it's a typical diner but you can definitely feel that it has some history. The service... Read more
Lou Mitchell's
Hours
- Sun, Sat: 7:00 am - 2:00 pm
- Wed - Fri: 6:00 am - 2:00 pm
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Wifi
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Wheelchair Accessible
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Credit Cards Accepted
- Reservations
- Does not take
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Takeout
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Outdoor Seating
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