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Name: Broadway Cellars
Address: 5900 N Broadway St, Chicago, IL, 60660
Telephone: (773) 944-1208
Price range: Under $11
Rating: 3.82

Broadway Cellars

5900 N Broadway St, Chicago, IL, 60660

(773) 944-1208
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Broadway Cellars Menu

First Things

Soup Of The Day

Fried Calamari

Cape Henry Crab Cakes

Mixed Bruschetta

The Pig In The Pantry

Broadway Mac N Cheese

Flatbreads

Pei Mussels
Main Courses

Bourbon Glazed Atlantic Salmon

Roasted Half Chicken

Honey Brined Pork Chop

Seared Jumbo Scallops

Pollo Azteca

Grilled Bistro Filet
Pasta

Duck Tortellone

Spaghetti And Meatballs

Wild Mushroom Ravioli

Linguine Frutti Di Mare

Linguine Carbonara Al Pollo

Guiseppie’s Pasta
Sides

Asparagus

French Fries

Mashed Potatoes

Spinach

Sweet Potato Fries

Green Beans

Mashed Sweet Potatoes
Brunch

Broadway Breakfast

Steak N Eggs

Honey Brined Pork Chop N Eggs

Broadway French Toast

Buen Dia

Breakfast Pasta Carbonara

The Personal Trainer

Loaves And Fishes

Vallarta Breakfast Burrito

Apple Pancakes

Greased Lightning

Lollipop Guild

Quiche Du Jour

The Cure
Broadway Benedicts

The Grump

The Ned Beatty

The Salmon Benny
Sides

Juices

Bacon

Bagel

Eggs

Sausage

Fruit Plate

Fries

Sweets
Salads

Caesar Salad

Grilled Salmon Nicoise

The Broadway Chopped Salad

Roasted Beet Salad

Summer Salad
Sandwiches

Broadway Burger

Baked Caprese

The Broadway Chicken Salad

The June Bug

The Egg Harbor

Venice Beach Club

Blt N Egg

Alex’s Carolina Pulled Pork

Healthy Meal suggestions for Broadway Cellars

First Things

Soup Of The Day [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Fried Calamari [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Cape Henry Crab Cakes [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Mixed Bruschetta [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

The Pig In The Pantry [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Broadway Mac N Cheese [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Flatbreads [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Pei Mussels [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]
Main Courses

Bourbon Glazed Atlantic Salmon [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Roasted Half Chicken [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Honey Brined Pork Chop [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Seared Jumbo Scallops [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Pollo Azteca [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Grilled Bistro Filet [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]
Pasta

Duck Tortellone [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Spaghetti And Meatballs [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Wild Mushroom Ravioli [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Linguine Frutti Di Mare [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Linguine Carbonara Al Pollo [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Guiseppie’s Pasta [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]
Sides

Asparagus [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

French Fries [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Mashed Potatoes [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Spinach [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Sweet Potato Fries [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Green Beans [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Mashed Sweet Potatoes [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]
Brunch

Broadway Breakfast [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Steak N Eggs [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Honey Brined Pork Chop N Eggs [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Broadway French Toast [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Buen Dia [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Breakfast Pasta Carbonara [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

The Personal Trainer [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Loaves And Fishes [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Vallarta Breakfast Burrito [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Apple Pancakes [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Greased Lightning [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Lollipop Guild [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Quiche Du Jour [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

The Cure [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]
Broadway Benedicts

The Grump [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

The Ned Beatty [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

The Salmon Benny [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]
Sides

Juices [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Bacon [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Bagel [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Eggs [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Sausage [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Fruit Plate [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Fries [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Sweets [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]
Salads

Caesar Salad [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Grilled Salmon Nicoise [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

The Broadway Chopped Salad [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Roasted Beet Salad [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Summer Salad [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]
Sandwiches

Broadway Burger [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Baked Caprese [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

The Broadway Chicken Salad [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

The June Bug [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

The Egg Harbor [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Venice Beach Club [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Blt N Egg [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Alex’s Carolina Pulled Pork [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

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Doris D.

Third time here and have to say, it was awful. I was about to write a solid 5 star review before last night's visit. Service was awful, not sure the waiter's name but I've never seen this dude before. He could care less if we wanted anything or needed anything. The chicken with cornbread stuffing was dry and way too sweet. $17 for this? Thinking back now I should have said something to the waiter, but whatever. Definitely will not be back here again. I can close my eyes to one bad meal at a decent restaurant, but not to bad service, especially when there are places like Cafe Selmarie that are AWESOME for the same price, hell even cheaper.
(3)
Jon C.

This place has a great atmosphere, friendly service, and nice menu selection. The particular night that I was there I wasn't that hungry. But, an appetizer and a burger to split were A-OK with me. They had one of the best burgers I had in a while (Broadway Burger). The crowd is laid back and chill and you have the option to sit in the bar or the dining room. This was recomended by a friend who I was with, I will be going back for dinner sometime.
(4)
Vesuvi T.

2 visiting friends, a local chum and I had brunch here today. We all loved what we ordered (I had the "breakfast pasta carbonara" - which was exquisite) ... and our waiter, Tim, was very pleasant. My friends complained that the bottomless alcoholic beverages they had were very weak... but other than that, the place gets raves from us (especially in regards to food quality and vibe).
(4)
lore c.

I came here with a friend on a Saturday for brunch. The ambiance of this place is great. I had the veggie sandwich on wheat bread with fries on the side. That, was rather refreshing on a warm summer morning. On the patio. Very nice dining area. Bottomless mimosas!! Great! If there was really such a thing! LOL so we got here at 11:15ish and ordered our meal and mimosas. We stayed for about 2 and half hours and had a few refills of mimosas. We weren't ready to leave but yet the waitress (which by the way was super friendly) gave us our check, weird. We weren't half way done with our meal but she said "I'll leave it here so I don't forget it" ok. Didn't think think much of it. Then she returned again and said "is this ready, no rush" by this time she annoyed me a little because she slowed down with our mimosas refills and asked for the check even though we didn't ask for it. Feeling rushed. Yes! Kinda rude too. We had a good time. My friend didn't notice the waitress. I did. I live to far to come here again. I didn't appreciate being practically kicked out. Too many mimosas refills! Maybe it should be bottomless mimosas for 2 and half hours!! Haha!! Sorry. I'm big on customer service. You serve people for a living. Do it right. Please and thank you...
(3)
Katie S.

Ok. I'm a white 20-something woman living in Chicago. It's a requirement for me to love brunch. I've brunched many places, but not everywhere. But I have to say (and have said many times) Broadway Cellars has the best brunch in Chicago. Others may disagree, but man oh man. Let's begin with the booze factor. $10 bottomless mimosas or bloody Mary's. You're just not going to beat that. They're also very generous with filling up your glass. The food is also fabulous! Their crab cake Benedicts are delicious. I also just recently ordered their dish "it's not easy being green." It's a Benedict but it's poached eggs on a spinach artichoke tart. Just fabulous! The broadway breakfast is good, as is the breakfast carbonara. I know pasta is not a breakfast food, but it you open your mind it, it's fab! I have been here for dinner on a couple occasions. The dinner options are fine. Truly, what they do well is brunch! If you haven't been, you need to go!
(5)
Iman W.

I owe Broadway Cellars an apology because it took me nearly 8 years of living in this city, 3 of which I lived two blocks away, to finally try it out. My mistake. First of all, they don't play with the bottomless mimosas. My glass never completely saw the bottom before it got filled again. And hey, there's reasonably priced food too! I had The Grump, which was really good. However, my friend next to me order some pancakes...I think it was a special, I don't know if they're a regular part of the menu, but I'm pretty sure that if heaven offers brunch, they would serve those pancakes. I promise, I will not wait another 8 years before my return!
(4)
Megan M.

Oh Broadway Cellars. Where the food is always outstanding but getting to a table is typically difficult. Usually when visiting this restaurant there are open tables but you often wait 10ish minutes to be sat. Having worked in restaurants I understand that this may be due to the fact that they have more tables that staff to serve them but it is still an annoyance. The last visit I made however takes the cake. We visited on Sunday for brunch and asked to sit on the patio. The hostess told us, "It will be about 7 minutes. I have an open table but the server is just really flustered. She'll let me know when she is ready to take another table." WHAT?!?!?!?! There are so many things wrong with that response that I don't even know where to start, but I will try. 1) You are setting the guest up to have a bad meal by implying that our server is easily flustered and can't handle their table load. 2) You are making the guest wait to sit because of your perception that the staff can't manage their tables. 3) It would have been way better to seat the table, bring them water, have another server greet the table and let me know that it would be a moment before their server would be over. Instead we were left to shuffle around the tiny waiting area trying to avoid other guests and staff moving about the restaurant. The best part is our server was amazing. She did have a large section which included a large party but she was handling it well and definitely did not seem flustered. I have actually NEVER had poor table/bar service when dining at Cellars it is usually just the experience of speaking with a hostess and getting to a table which is off-putting. This is a shame because it sets the tone for the remainder of the meal. Luckily the food and service can redeem their odd seating tactics.
(3)
Brian S.

Great burgers as well as other menu item staples. Wonderful wine selection and 5he owners are fantastic.
(5)
Lord Of T.

Nothing is ever "horrible" at this place..... but nothing is ever that good either. The decor is sort of nice but the food just doesn't cut it.
(2)
Kyle M.

Came here for my birthday brunch last week. Mainly because of their bottomless Bloody Mary deal, but the dish I had was also awesome. Eggs Benedict over some luscious crab cakes....Yup. you read that right. They also let you switch out your bloody marys for mimosas and/or switch it up every other drink. The only reason they aren't getting 5 stars is because there was a swarm of bees outside on this lovely Saturday morning, and they were harassing all the outdoor customers on the patio. It was really annoying not being able to hold a convo when a bee would climb up my leg or swarm my ear every 40 seconds...literally. Get that situation taken care of and I'll change this to 5 stars.
(4)
Mat M.

Broadway Cellars is an unassuming place right in the heart of Edgewater. The menu is very accessible American style fare. I've only been to brunch here which features bottomless mimosas and a good selection of menu items. There is an outdoor patio on the side street which is nice and peaceful. If you're looking to be in the thick of it, with a lot of action - this isn't your place; however, if you want to hangout, relax and have a leisurely meal then this is a great spot. Recommended.
(4)
Anna G.

What a great brunch! My husband and I met up with my friend and her husband (and their twin babies) just after open on Sunday morning. We had a reservation, which I would definitely recommend as the place filled up fast! The staff was super friendly and they were very accommodating in giving us a larger table and 2 highchairs. The portions are incredibly large. You can definitely eat half and save the rest for a 2nd meal. Or you can be like all of us and stuff your face with everything in front of you! Not a single complaint about any of our orders, which included the Ned Beatty bbq benedict, chicken sandwich, quiche du jour, and club sandwich. We did not partake in the bottomless mimosa option, but saw that many others did. Maybe next time! Would recommend for a casual brunch with friends, family, or a fun girls brunch.
(4)
Crystal F.

Really wonderful brunch today. Delicious It's Easy Being Green Benedict--perfectly poached eggs atop a spinach artichoke tart with crisp potatoes. Out of the ordinary and very tasty! The waitstaff was so professional with our party celebrating my birthday! From seating everyone as they came in at different times to serving and packaging up the cake I brought in from Swedish Bakery, Broadway Cellars provided a perfect venue.
(5)
Tricia S.

The brunch menu was decent but the bottomless mimosas were the highlight of my day. My glass was never empty. The waitress was on point with the refills!! I ordered the bbq beef burrito with avocado minus the scrambled egg...it was just ok. My BF ordered steak and eggs with sweet potato fries. The steak was TOUGH but those sweet potato fries were to DIE for. I give the food 2 stars but the customer service really won me over. Someone checked on our table often but not too much where it was annoying. KUDOS to the staff on being so attentive and YEESSS to those mimosa.
(4)
Catherine N.

I came here for my birthday brunch and made reservations about 2 days prior. Luckily I did because this place gets packed! The main reason for coming here was the unlimited mimosas and bloody marys. Just having 2 glasses is worth the price and who can say no to a mimosa? Not I, they're DELICIOUS. The food was okay and everything was averagely priced. The service was awesome. The staff was really friendly and funny. I'll definitely be back :).
(4)
Micha N.

The mushroom ravioli is delicious. The wine selection is excellent. Our server was attentive without being overly intrusive and I could actually hear all of the ladies at my table, both are always appreciated.
(4)
Allan N.

I took a friend for Sunday brunch and was certainly glad I made reservations. The room was packed and the servers were kept active. We had to wait for a table, but it was not long, less than ten minutes into our reservation time. The staff was attentive and very friendly. We were able to place our orders shortly, and considering the large number of patrons at the time, our food arrived hot and fresh in a timely manner. I ordered the pork chop and eggs while my friend had the Broadway Burger. We enjoyed every bite. When the weather gets warmer, we should try the outdoor seating and partake of the bottomless mimosas. Broadway Cellars is a wonderful neighborhood place, and I would recommend getting your reservations in for a good meal and a fun time.
(4)
Jeannie A.

Came here on a Friday around 5:00 with a bunch of friends. They have $5 martinis and $5 mojitos - they use a specific brand of liquor (which I don't remember), but it wasn't great - hence the hangover the next day. I stuck with the martinis, others had the mojitos....but they ran out of mint after making about 4 of them. We sat in the bar area and all ordered burgers and such. None of the food was memorable, so maybe average at best. Our server was less than friendly and attentive. I hear this is a good brunch place, so I might come back for that. But I'd skip this place for drinks - there are just too many better places in that area.
(2)
Rachel P.

All the food was very flavorful. We sat outside and it was perfect, not too loud. Server was very attentive and friendly. Mimosas were on point, not too strong or too weak. Only giving 4 stars because there aren't any real interesting views, which we hoped for, but the flowers were nice. Will definitely go back soon.
(4)
Jorge M.

Looking to try a different Sunday brunch in the city I found Broadway cellars. I saw their reviews and decided to give it a try. We had a reservations for brunch at 1:30p and as soon we got there our Table was ready which I found it nice. My family and friends ordered everyone different plates and wow they were all so good, great flavor, portion, presentation and taste. Only didn't like much was the amount of champagne in their mimosas. Even though Its a great deal $10 dollars for bottomless mimosas I believe they should increase the price that way they can add more champagne to be a little stronger cause it felt drinking orange juice instead of mimosas. For the rest everything was awesome great restaurant nice brunch place.
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Christina M.

Underwhelming. We drove all the way from ohare, in the snow, excited to try a new brunch spot. We walked in and were quickly greeted. We were told we will be sat for our 130 reservation but they needed one more chair to become available. ....ok. We get seated within 10 minutes not a huge deal. When we get seated we were brought water right away but our server took almost 7-10 minutes to greet us, as we watched everyone enjoying their mimosas, felt like a live time lol. Mind you several servers were around we had no idea who had us because several servers were working the section we were in. Finally we're greeted. She says she didn't know we were her table. .....ok. We order our drinks and food. We hardly saw our server at one point we switched from bloodys to mimosas. It seems as if servers fill their own tables mimosas only, because we were an after thought to our server we literally sat there searching the room for her most of the time. Even when our food was delivered I was half way through my meal when she checked on us. We decide to order dessert, she drops the menu and literally comes back about 8-10 minutes later to take our order. I was so annoyed. What pushed it passed the top was when we asked for the check and and waited about 10 minutes and she STILL wasn't back. We walked to the front where the hostess/managers? We asked to cash out and explained to them how we felt about the service and how disappointed we were, they said they were sorry and she has never had a complaint on the server. For our first visit. It wasn't my favorite the food was ok. Nothing to write home about. The star was the drink special but even then we barely had any. Extremely disappointed. Not sure if I'll be back. We ordered
(2)
Tammy L.

This is the kind of neighborhood restaurant I wish we had in my neighborhood. These people like running a restaurant and they clearly love being a part of the Edgewater community. The food is comfortable and good. Don't expect downtown, trendy, 5-star, hipster, etc. It is well-prepared, mid-priced, good food without pretension. They seem to have a ton of regulars that they know by name, which is understandable since this is the only place of its kind in the area. The wine list is nice and affordably priced. Most recently, I went there for a wine dinner and it was lovely. They were so accommodating to me since I don't eat meat, and came up with a veggie bean dish substitute for duck cassoulet (which was apparently fantastic and took 3 days to make), and cooked a nice piece of salmon instead of prime rib for the main course. This is not a big restaurant and they were cooking for 60 diners all to be served at the same time, so I really appreciate the trouble they took just for me. The rice pudding with red wine-poached pear was a highlight for me, and I polished it off despite being rather full already. I do have to say that one of our servers (Andrew?) asked us our names and REMEMBERED THEM throughout the dinner. How many times does that happen ever? I haven't even seen that in a 3-Michelin star place. Impressive. And so sad that I'm not sure of his name now, since there were more of us than there were of him. He has a talent, and it's so wonderful that there are people like him in the service industry. Bottom line, I would go here a lot if it were in my neighborhood. Edgewater peeps, consider yourselves lucky!
(4)
Ashley C.

I ordered take out from here because of the great reviews, unfortunately neither my boyfriend or I was satisfied with our meals. The pulled pork BBQ sandwich was bland and dry but most disappointing were the sweet potato fries. They were completely flat and bland. We didn't finish either of our meals. A pro, the delivery was prompt.
(2)
Marco G.

Broadway Cellars was my brunch gateway restaurant. Shortly after turning 21, I would frequent BC as I was a Loyola student and it was the closest bottomless brunch spot with super reasonable prices. I'm a huge BLT enthusiast, and I must say, their BLT is divine. Their breakfast burrito is really good, as well. Now, the important information: The staff carries around pitchers of mimosa and is pretty on top of refilling glasses, if you opted for the bottomless deal. Their bloodies are super delicious too, but sometimes I feel you can get stiffed on them as they take a bit more time and effort to make. Overall, it's a very cute and charming neighborhood restaurant. If you're ever in Edgewater on a Saturday or Sunday, I highly recommend stopping in for their drinks and delicious food!
(4)
AV G.

Was here on Tuesday night for the fantastic 1/2 price wine. Great wine list with moderate prices to begin with. Andy Brown is a super guitarist and we are lucky to hear him play. This is a very neat place, with a good atmosphere and excellent service. The only reason I didn't give the extra star is because my Nicoise Salad was a total mess--not bad tasting, but not properly composed. Looking forward to being a super Tuesday visitor. Burgers and sandwiches seem a better choice.
(4)
Angela B.

I really liked this place. I had the steak and eggs: they did not cook my eggs how I requested them initially but make a strong effort to fix the situation. The overflowing mimosas really sound like a good deal so I will have to come back and do this. My boyfriend also really loved his food and the french toast that he ordered so we will definitely be back.
(4)
Ben A.

Met my friend for dinner here @ 7pm. The service was bad, despite the restaurant only being 1/4 full. Our server was rarely seen, infact we had to ask a buser for drinks. Our water glasses were empty for over 15 minutes. The service was lazy. The food was really good. I had the blackened tilapia sandwich, fries and cole slaw. The fish was light and seasoned very well, good bun, nice portion of fries and slaw was crisp and refreshing. When it was time to pay for our bill we were told the restaurant could not split bills. After some explanation we were told they could split bills...OK? Maybe it was an "off" night, but I still have a bad taste in my mouth over the service.
(2)
Melissa L.

We love this spot. When we moved to Edgewater this became our group of friends' go-to brunch spot. We have since moved up to Rogers Park, and would still rather come to Broadway Cellars than any other place nearby. Mainly, I highly recommend their New Year's Eve dinner/open bar package, we've done it twice now and it never fails to be a delicious (and pretty drunken) good time.
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Terri R.

After having a great meal here for brunch a few weeks ago, we were excited to go back for dinner. Will never go back. Good first: the two stars are 1) for our server, who was a nice guy; and 2) for my wife's steak, which she said was really good. We showed up for our 8:30 reservation and it was kind of hectic at the hostess station with big groups leaving and a big delivery order going out. This is a casual, neighborhood place so no big deal. The hostess offered us a table near the window or in the back. We didn't want the window because it was a little chilly out, so we chose the back. And, boy did she mean back--like practically inside the bussing station. I think it was really a staff table that they put a tablecloth on. We could hear the crashing of dishes all during our dinner. Why we were seated here when there were other nicer tables open is beyond me. The noise of the banging of silverware and plastic tubs became unbearable at one point. A friend of the servers was eating dinner at the next table over and after he was finished, he stood near our table visibly eavesdropping on our conversation while he talked to the servers and busboys crashing plates and dishes around. My meal--trout covered in some kind of sauce with a cucumber salad--was not something I ever want to see again. I couldn't eat it. The fish wasn't fresh, the sauce looked like something I won't mention, and the cucumber salad was not a salad--it was a pile of sliced wilty cucumbers dressed in water, no dressing of any kind, with no flavor. I'm still, now several days later as I write this, shaking my head at this--I can't believe a restaurant whose whole business is to create a nice dining experience for people would be ok with treating their guests this way.
(2)
Michelle G.

Great place for Sunday brunch! Bottomless mimosas & bloody Mary's were a nice incentive. Bbq beef burrito, breakfast carbonara, bbq pulled pork on jalapeno cornbread are a must. Some outdoor seating is available, too. Make a reservation as this place fills up quickly & you really don't want to miss out!
(5)
Jason E.

This is without a doubt one of the best American Restaurants on the North Side of Chicago. My favorite menu item, the Pot Roast, has mysteriously disappeared from the menu, and I'm hoping that it's simply because it's considered a seasonal (see winter/fall) item. The beef is amazingly tender. Neither over nor under cooked. The flavor is exceptional, and is intensified with a nice, slightly thickened beef jus. These people know how to do beef. The burgers are outstanding. If you know the difference in an excellent burger, and a very good burger, you'll know how rare this is. Ha. I said rare. And they know how to do pulled pork. This isn't a barbecue place that reeks of smoke like a proper "BBQ", but their pulled pork sandwich is tender and has a wonderful sauce that's a perfect balance of spicy, sour, and sweet. The Bread Pudding is perhaps the best I've had. The apples are soft but still retain their shape. The pudding itself is a country style, with larger bite sized pieces of bread. But the miracle of this bread pudding is the caramel sauce. No, it's not like any caramel sauce you've had. You won't find it on ice cream or on an apple pie and certainly not in a store. The sugar base is caramelized to a very dark color before being thinned to a perfect sauce consistency. It's heaven. One of the newer items, the Tempura Fried Brussels Sprouts, is a delicious, but quite rich appetizer. Order them, and plan on sharing them. Maybe even among three people. The Wasabi dipping sauce absolutely makes the dish, but does not overpower the flavor of the sprouts. The ambiance of the restaurants feels more comfortable than uppity, and somewhat utilitarian and dated. This restaurant is not trying to impress you with its decor, although it is perfectly welcoming. Table placement is somewhat close, and the restaurant is well illuminated at night. I would not call it especially romantic. But it is seriously some of the best food you will eat on the North Side.
(5)
Greg A.

Gathered with good friends for a great meal last night at BC. Been going there for years, have yet to experience a mediocre meal! What set last night apart was the above and beyond service from waitperson Tim! Very attentive and well informed, great banter with our table. Ask for his section when you go!
(5)
R.A. H.

My friend and I had a lovely Saturday brunch here. We easily made online reservations and were seated upon arrival. My friend highly complimented both the decaf coffee, provided by a local roaster, as well as the bloody mary. My friend chose the Broadway breakfast and I settled on the BBQ beef breakfast burrito. Both were a plenty portion for a person. My meal was very tasty and presented perfectly. The price is respectable and options plentiful. I would definitely recommend this place for brunch.
(4)
Meredith K.

I'm removing one star only because the menu is a little limited for brunch if you're not a meat eater. There's no build-your-own-omelette option or anything. We came here with a reservation for Sunday at noon for 4 people. Another friend showed up and at first it was an issue, but the host make it work! We were so grateful to get a spot in the bar area. And then our waitress was very fun and jokey and accommodated all of our crazy requests. We loved her! Esp since it was super busy. My friend asked for her mimosa with grapefruit juice, to break a $20 with 10 ones, she wanted toast, and potato substitutions - she made all of that happen! Very impressive. We got the seasonal candy bar pancakes for the table. OMG they were amazing!! It just needed a little more sauce or syrup as they were a touch dry on their own. I had the "personal trainer" which was kind of sad compared to what everyone else was eating but it was very good. I would come back for dinner or brunch or whatever.
(4)
Bryan X.

Food is very good, but service on a Wednesday night was terrible. Took over 1 hr to get 1st course. Totally inattentive. Had to ask for main course and the check.
(1)
Amanda O.

Went for the bottomless mimosas and ending up loving the food too! Everything I had was great. We were able to walk in but it was definitely busy, I'd suggest making reservations.
(5)
Kimberly G.

I chose Broadway Cellar because of its close proximity to my home. It took me less than 5 minutes to get there, and was very easy to find. Once again I opted to sit at the bar, it was a Sunday morning with a full house. The service was sluggish but the bottomless mimosas ($10) were great! I ordered the special, Blueberry Pancakes with lemon custard topped with whipped cream. OMG, the pancakes were fluffy and the sweetness of the blueberries really complemented the custard! The couple next to me ordered The Grump and the Easy Being Green and both enjoyed their meals. Great company, great atmosphere, great drinks!
(4)
Ron S.

We had a really nice dinner here. I ordered the sesame crusted tuna which is presented on a bed of Asian slaw along with crispy wontons. It was as good a seared tuna dish as any I have ever had. I followed it up with a tomato sauce, mozzarella and sliced sausage flatbread. I know it sounds "ho-hum" but it too was delicious. My wife had the salmon and loved it as well. Service was very attentive both at the bar and at our dining table. I don't get up to this area much anymore but this will definitely be on our repeat list.
(5)
Joan M.

Good food and great environment. If you go for brunch and hope they'll keep your Mimosa glass full not happening. I went with a group of 6 people and we had moments were our glasses were empty for a while, other words not the best attention. Food is good so if you're going for dinner it might be different.
(4)
Cameron H.

As everyone knows, I love trying new restaurants. In addition to that, I love supporting neighborhood restaurants. So, if one can be found in or close to my neighborhood that is even better. I've heard from one or two people that this is the place to go, so I finally tried it. After walking in, there was a decent crowd (for a Saturday brunch). Not crowded but decent. After being seated, the hostess asked if we wanted something to drink. Then about 7 minutes later, our waitress finally arrived to asked us if we wanted anything (eat and drink). We mentioned that we ordered drinks already and while she was standing there the drinks came. Since it took 7 minutes for the waitress to come to us, we already knew what we wanted to order. The food was delicious. If my review was based upon the food, the review would have a much higher rating. But the service is what killed it. While eating (2 min in), the waitress came by once. Then after that we had no communication with her. So, no water refills, no drink refills. Then after we finished eating, about 10 min, no one came by to take our plates or ask if we needed anything else. We had to hunt down (physically getting up) our waitress for the check. Crazy.. If it was based upon service, not sure if I would go back. However, food was delicious though.
(3)
Lamar S.

This is an awesome place! I have come here several times before and the service/food is always excellent! I'm actually mad at my self because I use to live in the neighborhood and knew nothing about this place. (Word to the wise, explore your neighborhood! You never know what gems are hidden amongst the buildings). I recommend getting the Broadway Breakfast (it's my favorite thing and the most bang for your buck if you are looking for a big brunch meal!). Plus the bottomless mimosas are on point! Only $10 a glass and when I say bottomless, I mean you almost never run out of mimosa before they are refilling your glass (at least from my experiences). Plenty of Parking outside as the neighborhood is not overcrowded. Any day to come for brunch is excellent because there is almost never a wait. I believe only on holidays such as Mother's Day is there a wait or you need to make reservations. Other than that go when you wake up from your last night's activities and get a great brunch!
(5)
Patrick K.

I have eaten here many times and enjoyed each visit. The food is EXCELLENT and the entire staff is friendly . Many people do not realize that this restaurant donates 10 % of a night's receipts to local churches. The owner's are a rare breed of people.
(5)
Ruchi S.

One of my favourite spots on the North side! Their Nicois salad rocks with fresh ahi tuna! Delicious sides that taste like you're at a steakhouse. Yum.. Yum and yum. If the in house experience delivers directly to your door, what else can you ask for?!?
(5)
Sacha F.

I honestly was not very impressed with this place. My go to breakfast and brunch places are Overeasy and The Bongo Room, but I wanted to try something new. I ordered the Buen Dia: it's an egg and chorizo mix on top of potato mash with cilantro cream. The eggs were undercooked, the potato/onion mix was very under seasoned and I was pretty unhappy. I also ordered a dissapointing fruit plate, it was cheap but it had canned pineapple, gross cantalope, and a few strawberries. My friend ordered a meat and potato plate and it was poorly presented. It was white overbuttered bread thrown ontop of potatoes. The coffee is average. It's not very strong, and a little watery. I probably won't come here again. They gave us trouble about splitting the check (which I know is common in Chicago) eventhough the menu states they accept a max of 4 cc. If we hand you four credit cards why is it suddenly a problem? Not happy. Won't be back.
(2)
Adrienne G.

Went here with friends for the bottomless mimosa brunch. Service and food were fine, but none of us left feeling anything close to a buzz as the mimosas were mainly orange juice. We asked our server to add more champagne to the mimosas and that didn't do anything - he brought out the same opaque pitcher. Meh. Other than that, the food and service was fine. I ordered the salmon egg benedict, which came atop potato pancakes with a cucumber tomato salad. This was pretty good, but overall given the location and the lack of booze in the mimosas, I probably will not return here. But I know that I won't get scurvy, so I suppose that's something.
(2)
Roger M.

The one star is based solely on getting a table. That's correct. We weren't able to even have a dining experience because we walked out. Let me explain: My wife and I decided to go somewhere new and rated well on Yelp. I did a reservation on Open Table for an hour later (12 noon) on a Saturday to be safe and not wait two hours of my precious life away. Upon arrival, there were already 16 people waiting and, get this; NO HOSTESS. You heard me. She didn't come up to the front for at least ten minutes to even greet anyone. She was an older woman, probably in her fifties. When she did, we told her we had an OT res for 12pm. She didn't see it. Short story, she had us wait instead of seating us right away. The res didn't go through. Not happy but ok, they were busy, so let's move on. I politely asked her how long the wait would be as she cleared a table. Isn't that what bus persons are for? Why was she doing that, saving the restaurant on labor costs? Anywho, she kinda snapped and curtly replied: "I don't know, we're really busy". Earlier she was arguing with another staff person up at the front which didn't give me hope that we would be seated soon. Needless to say, we bounced. That's all I can review it on, just trying to getting a table which is a bad start. We headed over to M. Henry and was seated after 5 mins with what is more than likely, better food.
(1)
K V.

Sunday brunch here was wonderful! Naturally, I'm in favor of the bottomless mimosas. I had the steak & eggs, it was great. I also dropped my phone between the long booth bench and the wall & Molly our server as well as another staff member were very helpful in getting it out! I will be back! Thanks!
(4)
STephanie C.

The first time I went here, I met some college friends for the bottomless brunch. The staff were all extremely accommodating and friendly, and the food is delicious! I love a bottomless brunch! It's kind of a hidden gem in Edgewater, and I would definitely recommend it! I can't seem to order anything but The Personal Trainer for brunch, because it is so damn good. But literally every time I bring someone here, they love everything they try. My dad who is also a super picky breakfast person, and he loves it!
(5)
Jim G.

Disappointed! I've dined here in the past and really enjoyed it. My most recent dining experience did not live up to previous visits. My partner and I had a brunch reservation. When we arrived, the place was less than half filled but there were people lined up out the door. Everybody in line had reservations, however the hostess was out of sorts, going between the welcome area to the bar to various areas of the restaurant. Servers walked past but nobody stopped to assist. So be it, perhaps there was a flood of activity and it was a little overwhelming for one person. We were finally seated and we ordered our meals. In the mean time, our coffee was poured. It was warm. When our meals arrived, the potatoes were burned and crispy. The eggs were overcooked. Those faults aside, the flavors were there so it wasn't a complete fail. The hostess visited us a couple times to chat and pour more water. The waiter was MIA, and when he eventually returned, I requested more coffee. It was more than 5 minutes before I received more coffee, he was apologetic, saying that he had been unable to keep up with the demand for coffee but he had a fresh pot of coffee. Well, the coffee he poured was not steaming hot, and it was not fresh. I'd like to think that they just had a bad day. Historically this has been a good place. I'm on the fence though over whether I'll go back. I suppose if others want to go and I'm invited along, I'll go. I just won't take guests there or suggest it as a place to go.
(2)
Dave Z.

Had one of the specials, Special pancakes. Two plate sized fluffy pancakes with white chocolate custard with stawberry and peach topping. Very delicious. And filling.
(5)
Jaime G.

Great outdoor deck for a nice summer day at Broadway Cellars. Food and drinks are ok for brunch. Nothing special. So so pancakes. Also tried the BBQ pork Benedict with cornbread and ok to below average. The pork tasted lied it was out of a can or a public school nearby. Eggs were over cooked and potatoes hard and not very tasty. Come for the outdoor deck and maybe for a drink.
(3)
Chitown G.

Tim our waiter was super nice. The food was decent a bit pricey but pretty good. It was a nice chill low key, intimate place for dinner. We went with my son, and ordered the salmon and chicken pasta, which was enough to share. The food was mediocre but the setting and service was attentive, granted we were the only other table there at 6pm Friday night but still I think I'd go back to try something else or even brunch.
(3)
LaDarian D.

This place is this far the best thing smoking in Edgewater. The ravioli, calamari, wine selection, burgers, drink list, atmosphere, entrees all wonderful. Brunch is just as good. I wanna be like Broadway Cellars when I grow up. Winners in my book
(5)
Dale M.

One lovely dinner in, I still feel that I can review Broadway Cellars. The service was attentive (server there when needed and not when not, which is a fine art). Excellent house cocktails. And we had the bargain burgers that are available one day a week; they were big, cooked just as we asked (and we had one rare and one well-done, so that's a challenge). I'll be back next time I'm in Chicago.
(4)
William R.

This place not only has amazing food, but the staff is BEYOND nice and authentic! Mondays they have $5 burgers and $5 beers that are always awesome! The waiting staff is always friendly, and it seems to be a very "regulars" type of place where you can tell it's been around for a while, and even tho it's busy you never wait too long or have an issue grabbing any one of the staff if you need something SIDE STORY: I left my credit card there the other night and once I found they had it it made me feel better knowing it was in good hands :) I live too close to not come every Monday night
(5)
Lauren V.

I have been before, but recently took my visiting in-laws for brunch on a Sunday afternoon. It was the perfect place to go. My favorite is the quiche, but everyone was happy with their selections, which included two types of eggs Benedict. Plus, you can't go wrong with bottomless mimosas! The staff is friendly and the atmosphere is great, and even better when it's warm outside!
(5)
Anna D.

The pork chops for brunch was really good. Also, although I didn't get it, my friends seemed to enjoy the bottomless mimosa. Our server too was very nice and attentive.
(4)
Lisa F.

How can you go wrong with bottomless mimosas and Bloody Marys? The Grump Eggs Benedict was delish! Definitely find your way there on a Saturday morning. Totally worth getting up a little earlier than usual to get there before the early lunch crowd.
(4)
Ryan O.

This place is okay. I went for brunch on a Sunday. It wasn't too crowded, and they take reservations, which is great! Would I go back again? Probably not. There are much better brunch places throughout the city with comparable prices, but way better food. I got their Biscuits and Gravy, which were good, and I would probably only get that if I ever go back, but my friend's meals are the reason for my okay rating. Nothing looked exceptional, just okay. My friends said that her eggs were not cooked well, and everything was just under seasoned; a lack of flavor. There's just a lack of presentation and charm to the whole place. It's just a very basic breakfast menu. Also, the coffee was too watery.
(3)
Audrey B.

I had the tastiest steak and the tenderest green beans and the savoriest salad and the wait staff was kind and attentive and everyone else loved their meals too and the bread was the crustiest you can get on the north side. I love this place! I'm so glad it's in our neighborhood.
(5)
Kenya H.

Very disappointed in my experience here. The menu was very limited, did not offer meat options that were not pork with their brunch, and were unable to accommodate simple request. I ordered the Broadway French Toast which was so overwhelmingly sweet, I could not even eat half of it. I understand from my date that the pork sausage was good, but I can not vouch for it myself. The coffee was good and the wait staff was great. A great wait staff and coffee is not enough for me to go back and try again. From the other reviews, I thought I would love this place, but I was sorely disappointed.
(2)
Michelle K.

I met a friend here for brunch and had a very pleasant time. One reason I liked this place was because they take reservations. Secondly you can't go wrong with $10 bottomless mimosas. That was probably my favorite part :) I ordered "the grump" crab cake Benedict with potatoes. The Benedict was amazing but the potatoes were kinda boring. My friend ordered the "Buen Dia" eggs with chorizo hash. She said it was good but like my crab Benedict better. Everything was very tasty especially the mimosas :P I would definitely recommend coming here for brunch.
(4)
Susie Q.

Been wanting to come some Monday when they have $5 burgers. Yummy with a capital Y! It comes with cole slaw and fries. Cheese is included. For $1 or $2 more you can opt for something besides fries. I "splurged" and got the Caesars salad for $2 more. OH BOY! I think that is the best caesars I have ever had. I ended my meal with a final bite of that. I also think I would come back for something else on the menu. Or if the mood struck me another burger! Nice atmosphere. Good service. Did I mention outside seating? Definitely worth a try.
(4)
Robert H.

Stopped in at Broadway Cellars after a quick search for dinner before a theater night. Three of us arrived at the start of the diviner hour, we're greeted and seated quickly. Started with their delicious crab cakes and wedge salad. Superb! Cocktails were creative, tasty, and plummets the meals. Great service. Wait staff certainly knows the menu offerings. Entrees were pulled pork sandwich, steak, shrimp risotto. This was a nicely-paced, delicious, affordable meal. More than filling. I'll definitely go back! A high recommend for evening out. Spacious eating area, comfortable seating.
(4)
Taina V.

My love and I are so enthralled about Broadway Cellars. We made a whole tradition of biweekly Sunday brunches because of this restaurant alone. The food is excellent, the service is wonderful, and the environment is casual, but very nice and comfortable. One of my favorite restaurants in all of Chicago.
(5)
Saki Z.

I came here for brunch, and the food was okay. I ordered the crab benedict and side of sausages. Everything tasted normal, but nothing was spectacular. The service was somewhat sub-standard though. I went in on a Sunday at 11:30 am and it was not busy at the time. Nobody greeted me at the door. I just stood there and someone came in after me. Then the server noticed and addressed the lady who came in after me without addressing me at all until the lady mentioned that I was there first. I had a bad first impression and the food wasn't amazing or anything so I doubt I will be going back.
(1)
Gary W.

First, I want to say that if I could, I'd give it 3.5 stars. The service was great. Our waiter was polite, and friendly, but not overly familiar (which is perfect), he answered all our questions and took our order. The drinks and food all came out perfectly timed and the food was served hot. My only issue here is the food itself. The soup (white beans, lentils and pork) was too salty, but the pear salad was good. For my entree, I had the pecan crusted walleye. Not overtly BAD, but just ok. Kinda tasteless. I've had walleye prepared at a variety of restaurants and this was just bland. It was paired with grilled asparagus and oven roasted potatoes which were also bland. It was just lacking any kind of finesse or sophistication. My partner also thought the soup was too salty. He had the pork belly which was recommended by the waiter. The pork was ok, but the mashed sweet potato side had way too much ginger. We shared the carrot cake for dessert and it was also nothing special. I did appreciate the Friday night $5 martinis. Overall, we like the atmosphere, the service was very good and we love the Monday night burger special. We've gone to Broadway Cellars many times for that and we wanted to try their regular menu. Bottom line is we'll be back on Monday nights, but...probably not for the regular menu any time soon. I think with a few tweaks or additional training in the kitchen, Broadway Cellars could be very good, but, it's not quite there.
(3)
Amanda A.

The Ned Beatty (BBQ pulled pork on jalapeÃ±o cornbread with poached eggs and hollandaise) has changed my life. So, so delicious. The hash brown/home-fries were perfectly crispy outside and soft inside. Huge portions too. And of course, bottomless mimosas!
(5)
Rashi B.

Great brunch, even better mimosas's! Great place for a girls brunch get together. The only down side was our waitress who seemed to be a little off...by the end of brunch we were all taking bets on what she was on because something just was not right! Other than the waitress, GREAT place for brunch with a great vibe!
(4)
Nikki C.

oh hell yeah. my hoohaw tingled whenever they filled my bottomles mimosa glass and so I no longer have any feeling left below my belly button. and yes, my belly button now touches my chin as the food was so good I ate the plates too. damnit. i haz no self restraint. halps;/
(4)
Elena T.

After hearing lots of hype about this place for bottomless bloody marys & brunch, we booked a table for Sunday. The Food was, at best, average--Golden Nugget average. The Bloody Marys were weak in both flavor and vodka. Two sips into my first and I thought of a sub par open bar that belts out crap drinks so you don't ask for another. I think the people that recommended this hole were nostalgically reminiscing their glory days of 28-inch waists, less responsibility and inflated sex appeal while they recap how they met a new bedfellow during an all-nighter at Spin. This place requires that kind of back story to revisit.
(2)
Jennifer B.

My mother was visiting from out of town and my roommates and I wanted her to experience the perfect Chicago Sunday Brunch! This place had been suggested by a family friend and we decided to give it as shot (we live just down the road and had never been!) Booked an OT reservation easy and we were sat immediately! Our server was prompt and friendly (very accommodating and kept the Mimosa's & Bloody's coming!) Our food was DELICIOUS! We all tried different things and everyone was pleased! The entire staff was very pleasant. It was definitely a hot brunch spot, a little noisy but nothing out of control! I would recommend an OT reservation it seemed very busy even at 1:30 but we got in no problem! We will definitely be back!!
(5)
Allan M.

I have to say when I went to the(unfortunately pretty meh) Edge Fest a month ago, Broadway Cellars hit a home run out of the park with their Bacon Waffles. The very best thing I did when I attended it(besides checking out a photography vendor who was selling pics there), for sure. I need to have another sit down meal at this restaurant again, sometime!
(4)
Kelly H.

I really, really wanted to like this place. My trip there last night was 3 years in the making, and I was disappointed. First of all, the two stars is for the prime rib special which my boyfriend loved. I had the pasta special-linguini. Not amazing, but ok. The reason I why I will not be going back to Broadway Cellars is because of the horrible service. The waitress was inattentive, not interested, and could not have been more rude. After stopping by our table initially for drink orders, we asked for a couple minutes to order. She came back shortly. And then one more time to take our food orders. I had to flag her down after the meal for the check. And by this time, we already had our leftovers boxed up, drinks finished, and coats on. I don't know how our body language could have signaled "Check please" anymore, but clearly it didn't. It's not like they were busy at all-she had one other table and one guy sitting at the bar. Wanted to like this place. Heard good things about this place. Won't be going back to this place.
(2)
Christi L.

First time here and I will be back! I came alone to finish some work and have dinner, the ambiance was inviting and not distracting. Amber's service was friendly and attentive without being overbearing. She was genuine and great. I had the half-roasted chicken and it was AMAZING. I could eat that chicken daily (and have enough leftovers for two more meals!), the Chardonnay gravy is heaven. Definitely a spot to go to alone or with friends. Thanks guys!
(5)
Monica P.

Great brunch menu, and you've got to love the bottomless mimosas! (And let's not forget the disclaimer on the menu re: their right to put a bottom on the bottomless if patrons become obnoxious.) We managed to grab a table outside on a very lovely day, but never felt neglected by staff (which can sometimes happen w/outdoor seating.) I loved the rosemary sea salt potatoes on the side. Super delicious! Would definitely return.
(4)
Kathy M.

Couldn't give any less of a rating but I wish I could. Do not eat here folks. Service sucks, mediocre food, sanitation issues, the list is long.
(1)
Joshua D.

This place has a great brunch, bottomless mimosas and excellent food. Generous portions. BBQ and breakfast are a great mix!
(5)
T E.

This place is such a gem. We love coming here for dinner....food is always amazing and the service even better. Valentine's dinner was a great deal and such a lovely evening of slow dining. In fact, we talked to the owner on the way out who said that they are especially cautious on Valentine's Day about not overbooking as they feel it's not fair for patrons to be rushed. They also do so much to give back to the community and are great great business owners. Looking forward to trying them for brunch sometime soon!
(5)
Jennifer O.

There was nothing interesting about my experience here at Broadway Cellars last night. My date chose the place after finding out that Pastoral and Senza were both closed for the night. So, I wasn't too surprised that our third option turned out to be a loser choice for us... The food was bland and wasn't prepared well at all. Our sesame toasted tuna appetizer was overly chewy and very unappealing to look at. How hard is it to lightly sear tuna and serve it immediately so it doesn't continue to cook? Ugh. What a disappointment. I thought that the kitchen may redeem itself with my salmon dish. But, alas, it was almost as bad as the tuna. The fish looked like a soggy brick on my plate, instead of the glistening pink flesh that should have been covered in a bourbon glaze. After two glasses of wine, I still didn't want the salmon, so I picked at my dates' butternut squash ravioli. It was ok, I guess. The evening itself was lovely because the conversation and company were stellar. But from now on, if I have date night that falls on a Monday, I'll steer clear of Lakeview and just head to the West Loop.
(2)
Magdalena D.

My fam & I were brainstorming on an awesome place to have a nice brunch together when my cousin Joey suggested this place that he described as bomb with bottomless mimosas. I was sold at bottomless mimosa. Once we got there we kinda regretted not making a reservation bcuz it was pretty packed with literally no waiting area other than a small couch that was occupied so we had to wait to be seated by the entrance as people were coming in and out. Thankfully we were seated fairly quickly and the server was at our table right away. He was quick and attentive and didn't have an attitude at all about having to refill our bottomless mimosas and bloody marys literally every time he walked past our table. The drinks were so-so due to the fact they were more juice than champagne but the food was really really good. It was hard to decide bcuz the whole menu sounded amazing but I choose the steak and eggs and it was very well seasoned and cooked perfectly. I would definitely would return to try their dinner menu.
(4)
Curtis H.

My review is based only on having dined here for brunch, but I have visited this place numerous times over the last couple of years. The food is generally quite scrumptious, however the consistency of the quality of said food (temperature, baking level, etc.) can be somewhat erratic. Generally you are almost guaranteed a very tasty meal. I highly recommend the salmon bennie, the breakfast pasta carbonara, and always get a side order of their fabulous bacon. The bottomless mimosa deal can't be beat. Some Sundays the wait can be extensive around noon or so, and other times you can walk right in without any problem. It's best to call ahead if you have a large group.
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Temi C.

When was the last time a wine tasting offered bacon-wrapped shrimp, prime rib, roasted turkey, poached salmon, mussels, homemade sides, cheese, cookies galore, and 20 different wine tastings for $20? The wine glass holder on the plates? Genious. If you're going to attend one wine tasting in your life, it should definitely be at Broadway Cellars.
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Neha S.

I came here for brunch, but it was already 1:00 pm! So I ordered the lunch instead of the brunch. I definitely enjoyed my Caprese sandwich. It had a great flavor (they added pesto), it was warm=a huge melty glob of mozzarella cheese, and the bread was yummy...not too dry. My one complaint was that they don't specify what each meal comes with (a giant portion of fries and coleslaw). While they were tasty, I would have preferred to trade in the fries for a healthier option. I didn't even know they were serving me fries. The brunch looked pretty good, but I have a feeling their non-breakfasty food may be better than brunch. Just a hunch, though! I did enjoy a mimosa and love the option of bottomless bloody mary's and mimosas. Also notable though, the mimosa I had was more orange-juicy than champagne-y.
(4)
Jeff F.

Good wine specials. Great for large parties
(4)
Julie L.

This is one of my favorite brunch places. I get frustrated when some restaurants have the same tired breakfast items as diners, but this place is different. It was a wide, creative selection and the service is always prompt and courteous.
(4)
jeverr w.

I walked to Broadway Cellars this afternoon for Sunday Brunch, determined to get the Breakfast Carbanara ! and i did ! It was Great ! the sauce was a little bland and pasty but the goodies of bacon, peas, and tasty sun dried tomatoes more that made up for this ! the Goodies were plentiful and flavorful and kept my interest in the food ! I also had a pot of coffee all to myself too ! ! Broadway Cellars does indeed remind one of a cellar with the rough cut ceiling and walls of exposed brick ! all that was missing was the stairs going down into ! LOL ! the food was great and the handsome Hispanic waiter was attentive and unobtrusive, i will go again !
(5)
Kathy P.

When it came time to choose a selection for my Monthly Good Eaters (MGE) club, I decided to go with Broadway Cellars. Not only is it around the corner from my humble abode, but I had heard nothing but fantastic things about it and I knew they had enough space to seat a party of ten. It was an amazing experience from the ambiance to the food to the server. After braving the sub-zero temps, the cozy atmosphere was a welcome respite. Although the setting is very intimate, you definitely do not feel like you are packed too tight next to your fellow diners. The food was excellent. I ordered the salmon with green beans and beets, and it did not disappoint. The presentation and the ingredients were simple and elegant, focused more on food than showmanship. The other MGEs ordered a variety of entrees from tuna putanesca (with perfectly seared ahi) to Carolina pulled pork (sweet and tangy, and an excellent sauce to bun ratio) to butternut squash ravioli (a little too creamy for my friend's taste). We also split an order of calamari that was light and crispy. The only disappointment was that no one took advantage of the $5.00 martinis, the Wednesday special. But the real star was dessert. We shared an order of espresso sorbert, an icy bowl of caffeinated chocolate goodness. Who needs coffee? Then the bread pudding arrived. A sculpture of moist bread drizzled with caramel and chocolate, it mushed together into a masterpiece in your mouth. Its structure made it a great dessert to share because everyone could grab a piece and enjoy. How I love when food transforms into delicious public art! The attentive service made the food even better, and our waiter's recommendations were spot on. I can't wait to go back for brunch!
(5)
Stephanie L.

yummy. I like this new little place up in edgewater. I went on a Tuesday night with a friend. There were more tables than I expected for a Tuesday at 8PM. The server was really nice and offered up some great suggestions on wine...which I thought were pretty reasonable in price. Plus, they give some bread...always good when you are hungry!!! I decided on the Tuna Putanesca and it did not disappoint. It was great. I had never had this dish which is always a plus because I feel that at a lot of different restaurants, I still get the same thing so it was a good change for a pesca veggie. I also really liked the ambiance here....it was perfect. The lights were down but not too much and it was a great place to have a good conversation. Not too loud or quiet. I will be back!!!
(4)
k. nicole n.

Came here for brunch last month and it was wonderful. I had the quiche du jour w/salad and my friend had one of the benedicts and thoroughly enjoyed it - the Salmon Benny, I believe. It wasn't crowded and the service was excellent! Our bottomless mimosas were always promptly refilled. This may seem minor, but one of the best things about the experience was carafes of water and coffee left on the table with us. No waiting for refills, no splashing/spilling of refills when the waiters pour them, no interruption of our conversation... Fantastic. Also, if you've got room, do ask for the dessert menu. We split a pudding flight consisting of rice pudding, a really rich and bittersweet chocolate mousse, and creme brulee. It was a great little sampler to share after the meal. Will definitely order that again.
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Chris L.

Broadway Cellars is one my new favorite restaurants. I have been to dinner there 4 times (including last night) and cannot wait to return again. The Duck Lasagna, Pork Chops, and Gorgonzola Meatloaf are all out of this world. I've tried most of the appetizers on the menu and none have disappointed. A few apps that stand out are the Crab Cakes, Thai Mussels, and Seafood Sliders. 1/2 price bottles of wine on Tuesdays is an exceptional special as their wine list is full of great wines. In these trying times we need more restaurants like Broadway Cellars, a nice space with top notch service, food, and wine at a reasonable price, in Chicago. Go to Broadway Cellars and go often!
(5)
Jo-Elle M.

Although I have lived in the neighborhood just as long B'way Cellars has been in business, today was the first time I made my way to try it out. The hostess (Geri, one of the owners) was attentive and stopped by our table to check in. The waiter was also attentive and provided great service. I didn't have anything too adventurous, just the French toast, and it was very good. My dining companion had the "Ned Beatty" - a pulled pork eggs benedict thing and loved it. The bottomless mimosas sound intriguing - so I will definitely try that out next time. And oh, yes, there will be a next time! As in next weekend for brunch! A welcome addition to the Edgewater neighborhood!
(4)
Inspector G.

A nice neighborhood restaurant with a charming atmosphere and modern American menu. This is a wonderful find on an otherwise unattractive stretch of Broadway. Menu offers a decent variety of modern fare. Appetizer crab cakes were very good. The service was a big schizo. The waiter was very attentive, at first, but then later seemed to have lost our orders and was difficult to track down. The entire evening took much longer than we had expected. Ratings (out of 5 stars) Food * * * * Service * * Atmosphere * * * *
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Emily M.

I've been here twice in three weeks... only for brunch - i have yet to go for dinner. ive also only ordered the same thing - which they have made consistently well (i am a creature of habit if you haven't figured this out by now). I'm happy that they offer interesting choices for my friends who are more willing to try something new - and they have all had nothing but positive things to say about the brunch. i plan on trying the place for dinner soon.
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Marti Z.

My girlfriend and I went on the recommendations from Yelpers. It was wonderful. Our $10 for Mimosas were kept flowing as well as the coffee that did not disappoint. My eggs were done to perfection not over cooked and tasted wonderful. My girlfriend loved her french toast and we split everything. I can't wait to go again next time I will do the Bloody Mary's.
(5)
Christine T.

We had a post graduation celebration dinner there last weekend and the place was great! We had reservations for 6, but when we arrived early, they seated us with a gracious welcome. There were 8 in our party and we ordered every thing from appetizers to steak, salmon and the yummy special ravioli of the day that I had. Everyone loved their meal. The server was attentive and competent. The space was open, airy and comfortable. I would go back in a heartbeat.
(4)
Nicole V.

I headed to Broadway Cellars (Dining Out For Life Sponsor) last Thursday at my BYF Richie and George's request. I had heard many good things, and I was super excited to give this place a try and make a meaningful donation at the same time. Half of the proceeds from our dinner were being donated...so amazing! Upon walking in, I found the atmosphere easy and warm. The dark wood and friendly staff really set a wonderful tone for a relaxing evening. We started off with cocktails at the bar. I had a pomegranate martini and it was so tasty! After being seated and then greeted by our cute as can be waitress (Heather), we decided on the $12 wine flight (red). Along with the flight we each chose to go with the prefix menu (3 courses for $23 per person). For apps we shared calamari and crab cakes, both were delicious. I decided on the meatloaf for my entree and it was fantastic! The Gorgonzola and spinach were an amazing touch and the accompanying sides of mashed potatoes and beans with gravy were perfect accents. For dessert they offered Black Dog Gelato as an option...YES! I'll take the butter rum please. : ) I also tried a taste of the chocolate cake and it was out of this world. Overall, my experience at Broadway Cellars was excellent. The staff was very attentive and friendly and the food was delicious! This is definitely a mainstay on my list of local favorites. I'm already planning my next visit!
(5)
Cheryl B.

I really should not admit this, but I have discovered that $15 does not actually entitle one to all you can drink bloody marys and mimosas. Perhaps there is a clause in the contract I missed, but right after I finished my last bite of the most incredible latke and lox eggs benedict (also, I win the Best/Worst Catholic Award for ordering that on Easter) with a very fresh tomato and cucumber salad, the check was delivered and the server expertly avoided making contact with my wild, drunk eyes. BUT I WAS NOT DONE DRINKING! Ok, I may or may not have had 8 or 9 drinks, but it was Easter! Kristos Voskres! An Easter without gallons of mimosas is like an Easter without those gross little malt chocolate eggs. Since we were on the bar side, in high tables, looking down at all of the adorable families and pleasant ambiance, we were able to flag down a bartender and a busboy and wrangled out a couple more, but I think all of the frugal lushes on Yelp should be warned: when partaking in such a All-You-Can-Drink Deal at Broadway Cellars, eat really slowly.
(4)
Megan T.

I don't visit this place as often as I'd like. Sunday brunch is great with their $7 bottomless mimosas (like most dangerous things, it's a blast) and their dinner isn't too shabby either. Nice wine list and the food has always been good.
(4)
Nicole P.

Wonderful place. Loved the burger and always available to do enjoy the endless mimosas. However, a hangover will occur after too many mimosas. In the middle of the day no less!!!
(4)
Jeff A.

So I have been to Broadway Cellars countless times for brunch - it is by far my fave brunch spot with incredible food and flowing mimosas. I tend to forget to stop in for dinner though. The other night DID make it in for dinner and loved it. Great menu variety for the meat eaters and vegetarians in the group. I had the venison which was prepared to tender perfection with a unique coffee and spice rub. Very impressed and will continue to go back for brunch AND dinner.
(5)
Emily Y.

Broadway Cellars is officially now a 5 star review from me. I took my mom and sister there this weekend and we had a fabulous time. The Saturday night jazz singer is fabulous, and it creates such a nice atmosphere. Not intrusive on conversations, but a lovely lilting background to ease your mind from a loooong day of shopping. :) We started with the calamari and a bottle of Australian Shiraz -- their wine list is great, lots of bottles for around $30. The calamari was perfect -- flavorful, well-seasoned breading, fresh and a great dipping sauce. For entrees, my mom had the caesar salad and the appetizer crabcakes, which she loved, sister had the bbq ribeye -- a HUGE cut, with a chorizo potato hash and perfectly cooked haricot verts. I had the lamb special, which was to die for -- lamb chops on the bone with a sweet cherry glaze and a goat cheese risotto. I ordered it medium rare, but it was a bit too rare for my liking, so they put it back on for a few minutes and it was perfect. The entrees here are so inventive and amazing. I mean, goat cheese risotto, who would have thought? For dessert we had creme brulee and the chocolate mousse cake. They were gone in seconds. The mousse cake was the perfect consistency and the creme brulee was slightly warm on top, but cold and creamy in the middle. Just the way I like it. In my last review, I thought it was a bit overpriced, but now I'm convinced that Broadway Cellars is worth every penny. My mom and sister thought it was quite the "hidden gem" -- after a day downtown and on Michigan Ave, it seemed very far from the hustle and bustle -- a great little secret on the Northside. Get there quick before the secret is out!
(5)
Mark S.

We went back on a Friday night and the service was excellent. Everything else stand from my previous post, food is still good and a nice place to go. Their menu changed since the last time, so keep that in mind, my girlfriend was looking forward to the pasta she had last time but she equally enjoyed her pasta this time.
(4)
Wayne S.

This is a great neighborhood bistro. I'm a very picky eater, and I have never been disappointed. I take my family and friends here every time they are in town, and they love it just as much as I do. If you haven't had a chance to try it, go for it, you'll be glad you did. Thank you to the owners and staff. I appreciate your contribution to the neighborhood.
(5)
Allie P.

Quite possisbly my favorite restaurant in Chicago. I try to go at least once a week (usually for brunch because, as everyone has said, you can't beat bottomless bloody marys and mimosas). The staff is SO friendly, and the owner always recognizes me. We get fantastic service every time we go, and the quality of the food is amazing. I've tried a wide range of their menu options and have yet to be disappointed by anything. A couple times they've forgotten something or the kitchen has messed up, but they aways give us a complimentary glass of wine or dessert. One of the best parts is that the wine selection rotates, so they always have something new and fantastic for me to try. The comfortable yet classy atmosphere is just the icing on the already delicious cake.
(5)
Randy N.

It's always nice to be able to walk into a nice neighborhood spot with decent food and drinks and without much fuss. Broadway Cellars is a nice spot for keeping it simple. The food was fine but not exciting, the server friendly but overwhelmed and the atmosphere pleasant. Our group sampled several parts of the menu. There were a few burgers, which were good quality but just okay in execution. The bun brought down the burger which is the kiss of death for any burger starting off strong and overpiled with grilled onions. Crab cakes were reported to be mushy while mussels were fine. Dessert sampler of mousses was good but coffee was served with cream on a plate. I'll be back to Broadway Cellars because I appreciate their efforts. They're a step away from consistently good.
(3)
Hula B.

i liked it. slightly upscale american food at reasonable prices. room is large but cozy at same time.
(3)
Sara O.

This place is sooo GOOD!! You should definitely eat here. I went for brunch and, of course, the bottomless mimosas & bloody marys. I didn't really LOVE my Bloody Mary (it tasted like Ketchup), but I certainly didn't have a problem finishing my plate or helping others around me finish theirs! After having a bite or two from each dish at my table, I have to say that the corned beef hash was one of my favorites. Who knew I would have enjoyed brussels sprouts for breakfast?! I guess when they're topped with corned beef, eggs, and gravy.... Other fabulous items include the french toast, the breakfast pasta, and the apple/brie quiche. I didn't have the Irish coffee, but my friend did and it looked AMAZING... it was topped with real house made fluffy yummy creamy whipped cream. Like I said, AMAZING. And apparently she felt pretty amazing after drinking this special Irish concoction, because she was definitely a little tipsy upon its completion!!
(4)
James A.

Having just moved to Chicago a couple of months ago and needing a new spot for brunch, Broadway Cellars immediately jumped on my radar. We went on a Sunday morning and were seated immediately. My eyes just about bugged out of my head when I saw the $10 bottomless Bloody Mary. If you want a foolproof plan to never, ever get rid of me, this is a damn fine start. And to boot, it was a really good Bloody Mary. For food, I had their corned beef hash which was very fresh and tasty. The over easy eggs were perfectly cooked. By the time our food arrived, I was on my third Bloody Mary (not that service was slow, just thirsty that morning) and don't quite recall what my girlfriend had. Although, I do recall her liking it quite a bit. Our waiter had ninja-like reflexes when it came to the refills, often replacing our drinks before we could even take the last drink of the one we had. A friend and I also went there on Monday night for their $5 burger, $5 Fat Tire special which was equally good. For $5, there was A LOT of food on the plate and the Fat Tires were the big 22 ounce bottles which made me happy. Plus, you can get your burger with Gorgonzola. That is awesome. Overall, my favorite restaurant in Edgewater for the short amount of time I've been here. Have another suggestion? Let me know. Would love to hear it because I have no idea what's going on around here.
(5)
Nancy C.

Tasty food but understaffed. On the plus side, they accept reservations!
(3)
Matthew G.

It has taken me awhile to get to Broadway Cellars, but I'm certainly glad I did. It's a vast improvement over the previous establishments that have occupied the space. Brunch is excellent! I highly recommend the Nicoise Salad. It's a perfect portion - not too little and not too much. The tuna was fresh and skillfully seared. The amount of dressing, greens, olives, potatoes, green beans and egg was exactly right. All in all, a first rate dish! I'm actually rather craving it now! Prices for brunch are very reasonable and the menu abounds with interesting options (although I must admit that it will most likely become my go-to place for Nicoise Salad). Service is fun while still being swift and professional. My only slight complaints are that the space can become rather noisy and the place could use a good dusting (one of my dining companions pointed out the surplus of dust on the ductwork and wall adornments). Truly, these are fairly minor points. There was a large amount of attractive eye candy and the place is clean overall. I will definitely have to stop in for dinner soon. If dinner service is anything like brunch, I'm sure I will be pleased!
(4)
chris g.

Me and my partner went to dinner Friday it was good. The food was good but the service was just ok. They get busy and like 3 different people wait on you and i Just didn't really enjoy that.
(3)
Foodie S.

Sunday brunch, service was OK. Staff was very friendly but our waiter disappeared a lot and we had to wait quite a while to get refills on our "bottomless mimosas". The apple french toast looked better than it tasted. The breakfast potatoes were really, really good!
(3)
Malissa L.

Saturday morning - in need of brunch but nothing fancy. Brain fuzzy but I seem to recall reading that Broadway Cellars has solid food, so decide to search for a parking spot. More than a little concerned when we walk in and there are more wait staff than customers. Menu - diverse without being stuffy or too obscure. Staff, pleasant and helpful. Food ordered and then served to the exact specifications; do you know how difficult it can be to get exactly what you order? AND it was delicious - steak and eggs are simple but require a skilled hand to execute properly. Seasoned to perfection - enhanced but not over done. I sampled the quiche of the day and was delighted with the small tasty salad that accompanied. When we inquried if the staff knew if the nearby farmers market was still open, they not only asked the chef but fired up the search engine on their laptop to help us find several other nearby markets that were still open after Noon. That, my friends, is going beyond the call of duty. Why this place is not packed on Saturday morning is beyond me - please try this place! Sunday's they do a booming business, I'm told and from the other reviews, I'm going to have to cab it over sometime to try the wine flights!
(4)
Meghan B.

Dropped my name in a hat at the last tasting... and actually won a free admission to the next one! I already really like this place. Now I think we are BFF. Seriously, if you live in or near this neighborhood, get your tail in there. These folks are way worth it.
(5)
Nellie T.

I really like this spot. Doesn't hurt that I live about a block away. The service is always great, and the food is spot on. I agree with others that their appetizers and desserts are better than their entrees. However, I'd say the entrees are very good as well. I went for their Thursday night $25 3-course prix-fix that included a 2 oz pour of wine for each course. They have a special prix-fix menu, but I felt that it was still very nice. The bread budding was pretty amazing. Give it a try. Don't worry, it's enough to share. The ice cream, on the other hand, is probably about enough for 1 person. On a separate ocassion, the bf and I went for Wednesday night burgers. That I was not impressed with. I'd prefer the burgers over at Moody's pub any day of the week.
(4)
Kyung P.

Brunch here is just mediocre. I had one of the special eggs benedicts, and my poached egg was cooked all the way through. No runny yolk. The potatoes were pretty bland as well. The all you can drink bunch special is nice, and the bloody marys are strong but not as flavorful (and they don't have the best garnishes, i.e. no celery!). I'd like to try dinner here though, as the restaurant was super friendly and accommodating for your party of six for a noon Sunday brunch.
(3)
Allyson R.

Awesome brunch! They have a great variety of breakfast and lunch inspired dishes on the menu. I had the crabcakes eggs benedict, which was amazing, and took advantage of the $10 limitless mimosas. I took full advantage of that deal and it was well worth it. Service was great and i will definitely go back. Especially for the bottomless champagne and OJ.
(4)
Mikah T.

This place is great for dinner, but even better for a dessert and glass (or bottle) of wine. Tuesday nights are half-price wine, which is a steal! I haven't found one thing I dislike about the Broadway Cellar experience. Enjoy!
(5)
Steve M.

Although it was superbowl Sunday and they had a prepaid superbowl party, they accomodated our blue cheeseburgers for carryout. I thought that they tasted better than Moody's and came with sweet potato fries. I had been here once before with my sister and had their chicken pot pie which was tasty. They menu looked interesting and both times were a pleasant experience. I will definitely come back and try a couple of other things from the menu.
(4)
Andrew F.

Yum! Some friends and I came here for a Sunday Funday brunch and it was delicious. The wait staff were very personable and the food was great. For brunch they also have a great drink packages that are very affordable.
(5)
Al I.

So many good things on the menu, it makes it hard to choose. Linguine carbonara is one of my faves. Great burger. Great chicken club. Yummy meat loaf. I saw another review complain that there were only 14 wines by the glass. I think that's a lot, though maybe not the same as some place like Eno downtown. I think this is more affordable wines and interesting stuff to try.
(5)
Tara P.

If I go back for more than salad and drinks I could probably give a more well-rounded review. I ordered the beet salad - is it ok to say "too many beets" if the thing I ordered had "beet" in its name? My husband ordered some tomato bisque that was perfect. The wine flights are a big plus - you choose the four wines that make up your flight. Also, the live music contributed to a pleasant atmosphere and the service was mighty fine.
(3)
Nick M.

Any place that serves Calamari Bruschetta is a must go place for me. This place is great, warm & inviting as soon as you walk in, and in the summer a nice little patio to chill. Great wine selection and the food is very very (that's two very's)good and diverse. From Gnudi with Smoked Chicken in a stone ground mustard cream sauce (which is what I had last time!!!) to a Venice Beach Club Sandwich. What's really cool about BC is that they have weeknight deals which is really cool if your trying to save money but keep the taste of your food if you know what I mean. And they even have Brunch for people that have to eat some eggs in the afternoon because they want to feel like they were a good boy and got out of bed at a normal time (those mean bar tenders keep me out all night, watch out for them). The staff generally are cool except for every once in awhile they can be a little snobbish. Cheers!!
(4)
Devon R.

Another welcome addition to Edgewater, Broadway Cellars offers a plethora of good things: good food, good atmosphere, good wine, good service. It's all good, again and again. The menu is a nice mix of above-average bistro fare and comfort food, and the wine list, as expected with a place with "cellar" in its name, really shines and compliments the food. I'm not normally a fan of reds, but their Silver Ridge pinot noir has quickly become a new favorite, when I'm not enjoying one of their crisp whites from France or Chile. The crowd is always pleasant, and on more than one occasion, without reservations, there was a bit of a wait. Service at the bar is as good as that at the tables -- friendly, fun, cordial, no-nonsense. Still have to check out their prix fixe as well as their brunch -- but so far, for dinner, it's a hit in my book, concured upon by some foodie family from out of town who listed their meals there among the best they'd ever had.
(5)
Scott P.

Joined some friends there for brunch this past Sunday and, once again, had a very nice time. For starters, the staff are all very sharp and friendly. It's a casual neighborhood place, but they clearly understand the importance of providing quality service. As for the food, I had an creative renditon of eggs benedict: smoked salmon on top of perfect potatoe pancakes with poached eggs and a nice caper hollandaise sauce. I am getting hungry again just thinking abou it! See you there soon.
(4)
Laura K.

Went here for a girls dinner out on a suggestion of a friend and was thoroughly impressed with the atmosphere (casual yet sophisticated), the service (exceptional - what you would expect at four star restaurants) and the food (delicious!). Returned with the husband and another couple for their Thursday night prix fix menu and, again, was blown away. They offered a wine pairing (including in the price for only $25) that was a great addition to the food. We will definitely be back!
(5)
K B.

Went here on a livingsocial deal - trapeze across the street and then dinner here. Understandably they bulk cooked for the 20 of us, but as a restaurant if you are going to put your name on a product it better be good. I had the half roasted chicken with mash potatoes and green beans - it was literally a huge plateful of mashed potatoes with a large chicken wing on it - maybe a 1/6 chicken. And the chicken was not good. That's something you might serve an 8 year old. Others at the table had the flatbread pizza - these were decent but super greasy/cheesy - and in a city full of great pizza options you would not come here for that. We were there for probably an hour or more and no one checked on us to refill water - and we were in a corner of the restaurant so it wasn't like there were waitresses I could flag down; I eventually had to grab a bus boy. Then I went to the bar b/c I was told they had a $5 martini special. But there is no martini menu (fail), the special is only for vodka martinis and after telling the bartender we have no experience drinking these (I drink manhattans), the bartender just said well, theres a dirty and a cosmo. Two options, no description of flavors, poor effort. So many good restaurants in Chicago, definitely won't be going back there.
(2)
Laura H.

Was a long fan, especially the duck lasagna. What a disappointment at this soggy mess! where's the duck? So sad right now, tears are falling.... 3 stars only for a good history
(3)
Eddy C.

My fiancee and I were planning to meet a couple of friends from out of town for brunch. After looking through a variety of options, we settled on Broadway Cellars for two reasons: 1) Unique menu choices 2) Bottomless bloody mary's Both reasons lived up to expectations. The menu at Broadway Cellars has a lot of items that you probably won't find at other brunch joints. Like corned beef hash with Brussels sprouts. Or the Breakfast Pasta Carbonara Linguini. Or what I ended up ordering: The Ned Beatty, which had poached eggs and chipotle bbq pulled pork over cornbread. Fun and tasty twist on your traditional eggs benedict. My fiancee ordered the french toast, which was very standard in terms of its ingredients and presentation but tasted quite good. As for the bottomless bloody mary's -- no complaints there. Not too tomatoey, not too stiff. I had three and was good to go for the rest of the meal (and day). A quick heads up: parking is surprisingly difficult to find in the area. This is not to say there is no street parking; just don't be surprised if you end up having to walk a couple blocks. Overall, a solid choice for brunch and one that I would definitely recommend to others.
(4)
David H.

There is nothing here that you could not make at home. My favorite moment came when the server told the couple at the table next to mine "we don't have any zinfandel" - I thought the name "Cellars" would imply you had an above average selection of wine. I had the roasted chicken, it was DRY, most likely cooked a day before and reheated. There are just too many better options in the same price range to waste your money here. I'm giving two stars instead of one only because I don't wish to be cruel.
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Eric D.

We have been going to BCs since it opened. This is our "go-to" place for out of town friends and friends from other neighborhoods in the city, when we're not in A "show-off" kind of mood. This is a place where you go to relax and fell at home. As I write this I'm trying to determine WHY we love this place and keep returning so frequently. It finally came to me, that it isn't 1 or 2 things, it's the place itself. The owners Tom and Geri (ya gotta love THAT alone) have given and maintain a personal touch that makes you feel SO comfortable and welcome on each visit. Aside form the service and food, BCs has several specials during the week (Wednesday night 1/2 price bottles of wine with free live jazz for example) and several wine tastings a year. These 20 wines for $20 events just simply ROCK. The wine and vendors are spectacular and the buffet that is laid out, included in the $20, is amazing. Brunches on the weekends are unique twists on standards and the bottomless brunch drinks make even the gloomiest Saturday or Sunday tolerable. In some reviews, reviewers are comparing apples to oranges. Trust me, Broadway Cellars is a great place where you're remembered on return visits, has good food at good prices, gives back to the neighborhood and always has something going on.
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Joel C.

Nothing like a neighborhood spot that takes care of its local folk! Broadway Cellars offers decent, affordable food, a great, diverse wine selection, and a number of cheeky promo nights. Burger night, 20 for $20 wine tasting nights, prix fixe night...enough to keep you coming back to a warm, funky sonoma-like atmosphere. I've enjoyed a staple-loaded brunch that features a bottomless bloody mary or mimosa and tons of well-played Sunday morning-ish favorites. The 20 for $20 wine tastings attract unique tastings from all over the globe and, even without the excellent buffet of apps, are well worth a Jefferson. Tonight, my wife and I stopped in for their Thursday night fixed price menu. $25 for a 3 course meal with decent-pour wine parings??? C'mon! My only complaint would be that the appetizers and main courses, while great conceptually, fell a bit flat on flavor. A tuscan bean and tomato soup tasted mostly of fresh herbs, a smoked salmon starter was very ripe, half-chicken was good, but the coffee pork-loin missed a punch and was overpowered by neighboring breakfast potatoes. Wine parings were delicious and made up lost ground. This is a wine place. Deserts were incredible. THIS is how you produce a fine bread pudding! Giant like a brick, doused in caramel, rich and buttery. Black Dog Gelato is a wonderful option and their pistachio is delicious. All in all, $25/person very well spent.
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Denise W.

Been here twice now for brunch and both were a great experience. Let me start off by saying bottomless mimosas and bloody marys...though I could stop here, I'll continue. My party of five had the Grump - eggs Benedict over crab cakes, broadway breakfast, the burger and the pulled pork sandwich. All were very tasty. Truely a hidden gem north of the city! Hope it stays somewhat of a secret so us neighborhood peeps can enjoy this hidden gem!
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Adam F.

Ok I love this place. I showed up a half hour early for a noon reservation. I was immediately ushered to the bar and offered $10 bottomless mimosas(which if you do the math cost about twenty five cents a piece) while I waited for my fellow Yelpers to arrive. When Lori L. John B and Mary T arrived they each took seats at the bar with me. The staff did not rush us to move to a table but actually seemed fairly content with us sitting at the bar as we where. When we decided to sit down at the table the waiter already had another round in hand for us and gave us plenty of time to browse the menu. I ordered corned beef hash and poached eggs.This was not the usual ran through a food processor garbage you usually see.This actually had consistency to it.An pleasant mix of chunks of corned beef, brussell sprouts, carrots and caramelized onions. Again zero rush and more mimosas. We where left to talk and enjoy ourselves. While someone at the next table threatened to put a review on Yelp of all places if the service wasn't good and the large group of girls at the next table carried on passing around their new "ear wax removers" Even after the check was paid the waiter kept on bringing mimosas without rushing us to leave. This is what brunch truly is about excellent company ,cheap drinks and top notch food.
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Mark Tuna T.

I took my parents here for our monthly Sunday dinner. We always try to find a new restaurant every month.... we might have to go back next month. I had the chicken, which wasn't spectacular, but the fact that they substituted a different vegetable for me since I don't like spinach made even better. But what's really great is the flight of wine tastings. There are a few different tastings: A couple of pre set tastings and one where you can choose your own. I chose to choose my own. For ten dollars, the price and a half of one glass, you basically get two glass's. Not a bad deal. Too bad I always forget which wines I like, I guess I'll have to do the tasting when I do back... not a problem! The service was great too, very knowledgeable and prompt... and put up with my Dad's annoying joking that he always does with servers everywhere (VERY annoying!)
(4)
Cecelia M.

Never been but when I suggested it to a close friend for brunch, she said she had walked out of there because the hostess was rude. I don't think I'll come here. I suppose the owner doesn't read the Yelp reviews!
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Og B.

great people. great food. GREAT specials. great wine tasting events. i went here to watch top chef on a night they were having wine tasting. it was wonderful. i also went on a random saturday night and unexpectedly found some jazz! loved it. wine flights. 10-12$ so good. go there.
(5)
Sarah M.

Went here on the recommendation of a friend, who had gone the previous week. His meal was OK the week before, not very good when went. Everything was skimpy! I had the Lox Benedict and there was a VERY small amount of lox over what they called "potato pancakes" which were a teeny tiny bit of hash browns. The serving was very small and it was $13. I will pay that, for large, filling meal, like what I get at m. henry (which is always less than $13, BTW....). My friend's dish was just OK. He got some kind of Mexican dish and he was not impressed. It was an expensive meal for the quantity and quality of the food. We will not be back...and brunch is my favorite meal.
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Kevin D.

What a find! Combining an intriguingly diverse menu with comfy ambiance and reasonable prices, Broadway Cellars is a (far) northside gem for foodies and frat boys alike. The name is a bit deceiving -- it is on "Broadway", but not the Broadway that most may know (not Lincoln Park...keep going...not Boystown....continue North....not even Uptown...but you'll be getting warmer), and "Cellars" presumably references the wine list, as the environs are far from subterranean (a cozy storefront/warehouse/bistro mix made warm by large windows and brick walls) -- but the positive word-of-mouth is anything but misleading. I love a good meal out, but my palette and I were both run down the night that my SO wanted to try the place. Being a trooper, I agreed to rally for the cause and figured I'd just stick to a low-key burger excursion. That was until I saw the menu. The renowned burgers were there - along with chicken sammiches and a pulled pork BBQ option (mmmmm....bar-be-cue) - but the entrees and specials were so inviting and well-conceived that it seemed wrong to grab a plain patty in the presence of such (potential) artistry. Some menus are off-putting for stressing creativity just for creativity's sake, but this eclectic collection does not feel forced - it's thoughtful and far more sophisticated than one would expect. Beyond the impressive array of everyday choices, the selection process was made all-the-more delectable and daunting by a full slate of daily specials. Anyone can conceive of a savory assortment, but without execution it's a tease and not a treat. Here, the meal did not disappoint. We ate light (to the waiter's discernible chagrin), and thus didn't try a significant portion of the menu -- but everything we ordered (grilled artichoke with aoli, elk skewer, "seafood sliders" and mushroom ravioli) was outstanding. It was difficult to leave so many dishes (and all of the dessert menu) unsampled, but we'll be back to conduct further due diligence! Broadway Cellars has it all -- from simple food done really well to gourmet fare that doesn't take itself too seriously, all at reasonable prices and in a warm atmosphere. Based upon my first visit, this is a fantastic spot whether you're looking to fill a belly or impress a date.
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Debbie V.

This wonderful establishment has lots of good items. We had dinner for the first time on Easter and each plate amazed us with flavor an yummy til the last bite. Meatloaf, Skirt Steak, Chicken Piccante, Salmon everything was outstanding. Dessert Caramel bread pudding. OMG!!! we have had brunch here several times and we will return for dinner to have a few more wonderful dishes!! Service was great and very clean!
(5)
Benjamin R.

Great neighborhood joint. Been going for almost a year now and have not had one bad meal. $5 burgers on Mondays. Can't beat it. One of the best burgers in town. Hands down 1000 times better than Moody's Pub (just happens to be right next door). When you ask for medium it's medium. Sunday Brunch is also great. Everything from Loaves and Fishes (Lox) to pulled pork eggs bendict on cornbread. Delicious. Went for the New Year's Eve 2007 Fixed Price menu with wine flight. Spectacular. They do not skimp on the wine either. Full glasses. 4 courses of great food to ring in the new year. By far, one of the best restaurants in Edgewater.
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Stephen S.

I swore I wasn't going to blackout on this trip to city. At least I have a memory from in the apartment before going to bed, not getting in bed, but burning the shit out of my tongue on a chicken strip fresh out of the microwave put me over the edge and there I went. Into a black oblivion. My first memory upon waking up by myself in some strangers bed was "when the heck are we going to breakfast!" Well first it took Keeley forever to get up and then everyone had to get ready. Too long! We finally made the 4? block walk from Keeley's apartment on the lake to Broadway Cellars. Not gonna lie, quite a bit jealous of Keeley living in the city. Last time we came, in the spring, we walked right in on a Saturday with no wait. This time the Sunday brunch crowd was upon us, around 11, and we had a 20 minute wait. Keeley, Jacki and myself walked a little further down the street to check on my car. I somehow found the one part of the street where it was free to park. Car was safe and sound. This is one of those menus that really gets in my head. They have really some really interesting brunch options and the descriptions make ordering REALLY difficult. I was sure I was gonna really knock my order out of the park this time. I went with the most standard item on the menu... Three eggs, sausage, bacon, potatoes and toast. It was awesome! I asked for the eggs over medium and they were a little easier than I would have liked. The bacon is absolutely unbelievable! Its thick and mapley. The sausage I think was apple chicken and pretty good. The potatoes are something they really put some effort into, not just your run of the mill hashbrowns. They are a decent chunk and nicely browned. The toast was about as good as toast can get, some good multi-grain wheat. Overall I was pretty pleased. I like to order things at restaurants I myself cannot make, but some times I just want to eat. I did get a pretty good amount of Jacki and Molly Z.'s BLT with egg which was outstanding. The coleslaw it came with was some of the best I have ever had. The potatoes tasted great dipped in the sauce from the breakfast pasta that Patti couldn't finish. The pasta is good but something that I am happy that I didn't order. I also managed a couple bites of Keeley's biscuits and gravy. The biscuits are nice and big, I wouldn't describe them as fluffy, but the adjective is escaping me for them. The gravy has nice chunks of sausage in it. This is a really nice dining establishment that does an incredibly nicely priced brunch! I'd like to say I wanna try new places when I am in the city, but this place makes it hard. I guess I should throw some negatives in there if I am not going to give it 5 stars. Our waiter was extremely difficult to understand, the person bringing out the plates pretended to know where he was supposed to place them (please announce what you have and let us tell you if its ours), and when in a group I think it should be customary to ask if checks can be split. I'm not tipping for taking my order, bringing me the food, and placing a carafe of water and coffee on the table. Please do something to impress me.
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brad p.

Terrible. Just terrible. Stopped in for a drink around 10 on Saturday. The bar was empty. The bartender handed us menus. When you walk into a place that bills itself as a wine bar, you expect a lot of wines. Instead, there were two pages and only about 14 wines by the glass -- 7 white and 7 red. We ordered a special Spanish red and a pinot noir (because they were out of the other special Spanish red). Both tasted terrible, like bad grape juice or Manishewitz Passover wine. The bartender never stopped to check on us. Servers were drinking more than the customers. Nobody really seemed to want to be there, except the bartenders' friends who walked in after us. Glad the two drinks only cost us $17. I feel ripped off, but I guess it could've been worse.
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Jill S.

just last night were there celebrating a close friends 40th birthday! their were 13 of us...and staff was very accommodating (prearranged) by sectioning off our area with privacy screens. unlike those before me, the service was impeccable. the food was good. appetizers were nice. both the calamari and crab cakes had a good flavor. we enjoyed the glazed salmon entree which rest over a bed of slivered veggies and sweet potato medallions...my favorite part. the atmosphere was one of a small neighborhood bistro. very cozy, warm and inviting. so when i visited the washroom i was shocked. i have been "rating" bathrooms since the age of five and this one was among the worst. for one i felt like i had been transported to a retirement home in Naples, FL, completely outdated. second, i really disliked the shallow, no lid here garbage bins for our unmentionables....gross. i am hoping the owners will read this and decide to create a washroom consistent with the rest of the space; therefore having nothing left to complain about. thanks for a great evening w/friends!
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chris l.

Hard to find a review here that isn't mostly about brunch, and by extension, mostly about bottomless mimosas. Don't get me wrong, I enjoy my libations as much as the next Yelper, but me and mine weren't brunching, we were having dinner. Service was extremely friendly, and the room looked okay. The grilled apple salad was the hit of the night, and the duck lasagna faired pretty well with our group of seven. Avoid the seafood sliders and the butternut squash ravioli. I wanted to like this place, and if I find myself in a rare brunch-seeking mode, I would give it another shot.
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Christine F.

I loves me some Broadway cellars! You can go there any time of day and get amazing food. Personally, I love the Sunday brunch. Lox and Bagels, several different kinds of Benedict's, gourmet french toast, etc etc. Although, dinner is good too. Quite a few options to choose from. They make a mean caesar salad. I've never had a bad meal there. They also have wine flights, which is a LOT of good wine (3-4 almost full glasses) for a very reasonable price. Go, go! You won't be disappointed.
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Terry A.

I have had the "best service" there and I have had the "worst service" there, both by the same waiter. Typical, when they are busy, you get a well attentive waiter, and when they are slow, the waiter can't be found....oh yeah, he was over in the bar watching TV with the hostess! Food is great, but how about some smiles from the hostess'????!!!!!!
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Hilary G.

Had excellent brunch there with friends. Got the bottomless mimosa and coffee and some excellent breakfast burrito.Can't wait to try more menu items. It was excellent. Heard they have fun events for the Oscars and other fun Chicago celebrated things. Can't wait to go back again for tasting and more brunch. Yum yum!
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Terris A.

I went there for brunch with some friends and I would say this place is a-ok. I just got some eggs and potatoes and my BF and I shared some yuuuumy apple pancakes. I thought the service was fine- nothing to complain about.
(3)
Gen S.

I'm kind of torn about this place. Some of the food was great, some was not so great. I liked the decor, but the wait staff was a little off. We went for dinner a while back, so I'm a little fuzzy on the details, but I remember thinking "Hmmmmm. I will have to give this place a second chance." To start we tried the cheese fondue - I think it was brie - with apples and flatbread. This wasn't pita-type flatbread, it was the thin crispy kind with sesame seeds. Not a fan, but the apples & cheese fondue were delicious. For our entrees, I had mushroom ravioli and my partner had steak with BBQ sauce and mashed potatoes. My ravioli was really rich, but pretty good. The steak was just ok - it seemed like they were covering up the steak flavor with the sauce. (The sauce was good, but the main star should be the meat!) For dessert we tried the trio of chocolate mouse, creme brulee, & bread pudding. The first two were delicious, but the bread pudding was horrible. It tasted like soap. I plan on going back and seeing if we have better luck - maybe we'll try the wine tasting night next time.
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Julie S.

Another great brunch spot on the north side! If you have not tried the Ned Beatty yet, go now! Chipotle bbq pulled pork and poached eggs over jalapeÃ±o cornbread with adobo hollandaise. It comes with a side of their delicious breakfast potatoes. Add a bottomless mimosa and call it a good day!
(4)
arpan s.

great food, awesome choices on menu, good service, bottomless mimosas on special days..but to get them refilled literally takes like 20 mins..that freakin sucks but im always excited to go back...
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Dane K.

This place is a bit deceiving from the outside... We looked up that they had $5 burgers and $5 fat tire (which are really big bottles) on Mondays... when we passed by initially it looked like a really nice sit down place, the kinda place you might not go into and eat $5 burgers... When we got in it was a little more comfortable than it looked from passing by and glancing in. The burgers were tasty, and they came with fries that were very well seasoned. Service was good. Had mussels as well that were very good. Had a cheese plate that was decent. When we went there was no need whatsoever for a reservation, the place probably had 20 empty tables.
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Dallas F.

I really like this place. Its dim and cozy and the have comfortable couches and chairs by the bar. I went here for wine and dessert after my dinner at the Indie Cafe. I ordered the Italians flight of wine. They were very good wines and all three of my glasses were filled instead of the requisite 3 ounces for a flight. For $9, that won me over.
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Dianna D.

Lived in the neighborhood and never made it there when we were close by - we had to move to Rogers Park to finally have the time to come! We had brunch there this past Sunday, and it was great! Very reasonable prices, and a great mixture of choices for a brunch. I noticed they offer bottomless mimosas and bloody marys - I had somewhere to be after Brunch, so unfortunately I could not partake - but I will next time!!! I had the Salmon Benny, 2 poached eggs with a slice of smoked salmon and each over a potato pancake - the whole thing topped with a caper hollandaise. Delish! It comes with a sizable cucumber, tomato, red onion salad with a very light vinaigrette - it was a lovely and refreshing touch, especially since any kind of Eggs Benny can get heavy. A great touch is the mini carafe of coffee on the table - you know how it is, you get the perfect mixture in your cup, and someone comes along and pressures you into a re-fill and your mix is thrown off. This way, you can wait till your cup is empty and start from scratch! this freed up the waiter to be able to check in on the FOOD more often, which was great. Attentiove but by no means overbearing. We will defintely be back for Brunch, and we'd also love to try their dinner sometime.
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Megan G.

Sorry, BC, I'm knocking off a star. After an awesome brunch a few months ago at Broadway Cellars, a friend and I came here for dinner on a Tuesday night. Even at 7:30, the restaurant was mostly empty and we were seated immediately. BC has a special promotion pretty much every night of the week - Tuesdays feature 1/2 price bottles of wine and 3 entrees offered for $10. We weren't drinking (such BAD Yelpers) but the entrees at $10 were too good a deal to pass up. I ordered an Italian sausage risotto and my friend ordered a pasta primavera in tomato cream sauce, we also decided to start with the seafood sliders. The sliders are a trio of lobster roll, crab cake, and fried coconut shrimp on small rolls. I thought the crab cake one was pretty awful (very fishy) and my dining companion hated the lobster roll (I thought it was fine). We both agreed the shrimp one was good. So a mixed bag on the appetizer, but okay. By now we'd both finished our water, which wasn't refilled again until we were mostly done with our entrees. In a restaurant this empty, that's inexcusable. We did finally flag someone down and from that point on our water was refilled almost obsessively. On to the entrees! My risotto was fine, if a little overly spicy. It definitely wasn't the best risotto I've ever had, but for $10 it was totally passable. My poor, starving friend's pasta primavera was terrible, though. It was extremely bland and the supposed cream sauce seemed to be missing cream - it was a watery, boring tomato sauce. My friend and I both agreed we could have made this same dish at home and made it better. After a few bites he gave up, asked for the rest to be wrapped, and polished off the remainders of my risotto. Bottom line: I'd still go back to Broadway Cellars, but only for brunch. Give dinner here a miss.
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Daisy C.

Even though I eat out a lot, I rarely write reviews. I'm making an exception for this gem. I'd passed it a zillion times and was turned off by the signage and curbside decor. Ambience is not their strong suit. But the food is among the best I've had recently (and that is saying a lot, given that I've eaten in several of the top rated restaurants in Andersonville and Evanston.) Service is quirky but good. Portions are generous and the overall value excellent. I'd highly recommend it and would just suggest that the owners try to spiff up the atmosphere. Then again, maybe infusing a hip vibe would ruin it?!
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Silvio D.

I highly recommend visiting this place for brunch. Everything was delicious. I went with the steak and eggs and finished everything on my plate. The steak was marinated in a tomatillo salsa, which I was skeptical about, but thoroughly enjoyed. It added an sweet, citrus flavor to the steak. The eggs were great and they even substituted a salad for the potatoes - big plus in my book. Others in my group also liked the egg white scramble with sun dried tomato, basil, and goat cheese; and the chicken salad. We also tried the dessert dish that had flan, tres leches cake (like a pound cake) with strawberries and blueberries, and mexican chocolate ice cream. If you have room, this is definitely worth the extra calories. The cake was soaked in milk giving it a sweet flavor and the flan was some of the best ever. The ice cream had a little kick to it, which I didn't really like, but my friends liked it. Great place, very friendly service and very reasonable prices.
(5)
Tdub W.

Excellent, even superb, food and very good value.
(5)
Elizabeth T.

We swung by here on a Monday night for the $5 burger/$5 Fat Tire special. What a great find this place is. I made the mistake of reading the menu. And wanted to try everything on it. Even the vegetarian sandwich (gasp!). Some of the menu items are what you'd expect and others. . .not so much. Duck lasagna? The service was great and the ambiance was charming. As for the burger. . .For five bucks, this has got to be the best Monday Night special in the city. The bun was toasted to perfection. The burger was a real burger, not just some skimpy pre-packaged patty on a bun with the essence of freezer burn. A little skimpy on the cheese, but the burger was so good, I barely missed it. Even the cole slaw was something to write home about. I could barely move by the time we left, all for a measly $10? I'll be back.
(5)
Matt J.

My 2nd experience for brunch at Broadway Cellars was like my first, good, not great. I went with a bloody mary and enjoyed it but if you like it spicey and thick your are going to need to doctor it up. The place was packed so it made sense that our entrees took a little longer, unfortunately my "Ned Beaty" had a hard-boiled egg vs. a poached one, I could have complained but I didn't want to wait for a new breakfast. The service was good, not fast, but very nice. All in all I'd go back if someone mentions it, but it's not on top of my list for places to brunch.
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Sara S.

I've always wanted to go here when I lived around the corner. After moving a little farther North two years ago, I've finally made it back to Broadway Cellars. So worth the wait! We went for brunch this past Sunday and it seems we've found another hit. I had The Grump- 2 poached eggs over crab cakes with shrimp hollandaise and Broadway potatoes. I cannot pick out one item that was better than the other; it was all deliciously paired. My girlfriend had The Salmon Benny- Poached eggs and smoked salmon over potato pancakes with caper hollandaise and cucumber tomato salad. Even though I don't care for Salmon I would say this dish was amazing. It's the only Benedict that doesn't come with breakfast potatoes so our waiter was nice enough to bring an order with it free of charge. Our waiter was speedy and very attentive but not to the point where a conversation couldn't happen because he would keep interrupting. I like that they give you a small water and coffee carafe. You can serve yourself and not be forced a coffee topper and throw off the whole "mix" of a perfect cup. The only downfall was they were so busy it was hard to catch our waiter's eye for our check. It wouldn't have been a deal if we gave ourselves more time to eat. We were there a total of 45 minutes but it would nice to linger over another cup of coffee. I'm looking forward to trying their dinner menu.
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Connie W.

I absolutely love their food and the new side patio is wonderful - but the service is consistently horrible. If you don't mind always having to search for your server give it a go.
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Jennifer Q.

Last night my friend Troy and I were trying to find a new place to have dinner and catch up. He suggested Broadway Cellars. I had heard of it or read about it somewhere, so I was really excited to go! I was in desperate need of a nice meal and a glass of wine to unwind from a crazy work week. First, it's an unassuming place -we almost passed it as we were driving! We weren't sure what to expect as we approached the door. However, once inside, we were completely impressed. It's a really pretty, well thought out environment -the looks of an upscale restaurant with a very approachable vibe. There was no pretension here -just a friendly staff eager to please and a quiet and low key neighborhood crowd. Anthony, our server, was FABULOUS! He was knowledgeable, friendly and even had us laughing a few times. I was happy to hear that my wine choice, malbec, paired perfectly with the nightly special -cheese filled pasta in a spicy eggplant marinara. Troy had some kind of meat dish -steak culotte (probably not spelling it correctly!). Bottom line -we really enjoyed the food and wine and even stayed a while to have a drink and hang out. I will be back -I would really like to try their brunch as well as bring some friends there for a girls night out!
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Enzo F.

I've had brunch here a few times and really enjoyed the service and food. On the other hand, I've also had dinner here and the food was ok and service was dreadful, specifically with one waiter who had the personality and charm of a doorknob. He needs work on the "charm" factor.
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Amy D.

It was pretty good. I wouldn't say great. The ambiance was really nice and cozy. The food was just ok. Nothing spectaculur, just solid. I had the artichoke and goat cheese pastry, just ok, the pasta dish, very yummy and fresh tasting, but the sauce was kind of bland and sweet. The bread pudding was tasty but not the best I had. Howard had the chowder, was pretty standard, the skirt steak, not bad, and the mousse cake, normal. It's a good deal, but not outstanding. I think Cafe Too, Marche, or Buonna Terra are better prix fixes. Oh our service is kinda cold too. I don't know b/c we look young, but it was just rude when he took our order, and didn't explain anything about the wine or food. I wanted to really like this place, since it's walking distance to my house, but just couldn't.
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Chris m.

Everything was great. I ordered the Tuna Puntanesca Pasta and it was one of the best pasta dishes I've had anywhere, including high-end Italian restaurants. The flavors were amazing and the tuna was cooked exactly as I requested it, that is not too rare. I am salivating for more! Also very reasonable for the quality, and I was able to make another meal from it the next day!
(5)
Michelle J.

Ok, so we FINALLY made it here for dinner. We had the bread and salad for starters. My husband was willing to try the recommended duck lasagna and though he is VERY picky with lasagna, he loved every bit of it. I had the honey-brined pork chops topped with mustard sauce, mashed sweet potatoes, and greens tossed in olive oil with garlic. For dessert, my husband tried the chocolate mousse cake with raspberry topping and I had the GIGANTIC caramel apple bread pudding. Of course with all that food I could not finish my dessert, though when I mentioned to the server that he should have WARNED me how large it was...he recommended heating it up and having with coffee for breakfast! As I am a breakfast fanatic, he had me sold. It was PREFECT the next morning. Brunch is still my first love, though I will have an affair with their dinner on the side ;)
(5)
Larry P.

Interesting venue. I like the space and the bar - but there is something missing...can't put my finger on it. We've been there three times and the general comment is that the faults are in the menu. It is as though the are searching for some sort of "identity" but the menu comes across as rather "different". Don't get me wrong...the food is tasty and served by prompt and courteous servers but the menu left us in a lurch for something that identifies the establishment.
(3)
P S.

*Gasp* This place has the best food and is a wonderful date night spot. I haven't been for brunch yet, but the dinner was so orgasmic I have had dreams about the home made ravioli. Its hard to describe how flavorful and interesting the food is. And for the level of quality I always feel like I'm getting a really good value for my dollar.
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EJ F.

I ate here last weekend and the experience was great. The food was fantastic (duck lasagna!) and the ambiance was just as good. I'm so happy that this place has opened up so close to my apartment. It's great having a nice dining experience so close to home.
(5)
Rocky B.

So we went and checked out Broadway Cellars on Saturday evening for dinner and I enjoyed everything about the experience. We arrive a bit after 8pm with no reservation. The hostess informed us there would be about a 25 minute wait or we could choose to sit in the bar area. We opted for the bar area. The bar area is very intimate...almost more intimate than it would have been sitting in the dining room. As soon as we sat down we were given our menus and within about a minute or so a server came over to take our drink orders and tell us about the specials. I ordered a glass of this cabarnet...which I am kicking myself that I forgot to get the name of it because it was so good. I ordered the french onion soup and a streak sandwich. My husband ordered the gazpacho and the duck lasagna. While we waited we were given a bread basket along with a plate of olive oil with parm cheese...nice touch! The french onion soup was really good...almost as good as my brother makes...almost. The steak sandwich was also very good...meat cooked just right, the chipotle mayo was sooo good as was the corn relish on my sandwich. The fries were just okay in my opinion but I think it was just a matter of personal choice. I love my fries thin and crispy and these were hearty steak fries. Loved the fact that they brought out the Cholula's hot sauce for my fries tho. I'm not going to comment on my husbands soup as I'm not a fan of gazpacho. The duck lasagna was surprisingly good. For dessert we shared a slice of tres leches. Mmm, very good! The service was excellent! Our server as well as someone who I believe was either the manager or the owner kept coming around to see if we were okay and check to see if we needed refills. Broadway Cellars definitely deserves a return visit as well as one of the places I will recommend to people who are looking for a fine dining experience but will also be very easy on the pocketbooks.
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Susanne A.

This is a diamond in the rough. Was surprised to see a restaurant like this in that Edgewater area. Walked in and loved the atmosphere very warm and great place to bring your loved one for a romantic dinner. They have a great selection of wines and the waiter was really knowledgeable about what wines that would taste great with your meal. Viewing the menu they do have classic dinners but with a twist which catch my eye. I did have the special that night and choose the Pumpkin Ravioli. Took a long time to arrive but got a free glass of wine for waiting. Not bad at all. The dinner tasted fresh and was well made. Do want to head over again and try the Duck Lasagna and the Wed. wine tasting sounds like fun. Over all do want to try it again.
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Kat L.

This is a great place to dine in Edgewater. Their food (Italian/Mediterranean) was delicious. The waitstaff were excellent. And prices were comparable to other similar restaurants. They had a great wine selection (of course). My favorite part is the outdoor seating in warmer months. They also have weekday deals and brunch as well.
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Aamer G.

I walk by this place 5 days a week on my way to the gym. Ive read many reviews about how great the food is but don't really feel like its a place that someone can just go in a grab a bite. Its defiantly a date place or a place you would go with a few friends, I'm just not a fan of eating alone in general. That all changed a few weeks ago when I saw the board outside the restaurant that said $5 burgers on Wednesday. Huaaa, yes that is right....pooping of the pants proceeded and I decided to treat my self to this amazing offer after a good workout. It was pretty busy but the service could have been better. Granted 'I was definately that guy', dressed in shorts and a t shirt not to forget really quite sweaty and only ordering a $5 meal, but come on! The food was great, it was a decent sized burger with lettuce (the real kind not the shredded junk), coleslaw and fries that were really quite yummy. I ordered a ginger ale as well to drink so the the entire meal was really delicious. The bill was under $10 and the food was really great. I ordered my burger medium well and it seemed more well done then medium so that might be something you would want to keep in mind when ordering. Overall experience good, food- cheap and good, eating alone looking like 'that guy' priceless. NOTE: I have gone a few more times since I wrote the review and the service and food has improved A LOT! 5 stars
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Aurore L.

A Thursday night. 5:15pm. I am hungry. But wait. I CANNOT have dinner that early!!! It's tea time for civilized people who live on the Thames River!! It's time to go back home from work after a long day! It's time for happy hour! Or am I becoming more American with every day passing?!?! Damn.... I guess I can happily live with that and I decide to embrace my new-found identity when I enter a deserted Broadway Cellars with my husband. We are the first patrons. Yep. I almost feel the need to apologize for showing up so early but my stomach is grumbling quite loudly and I figure it is plenty enough as an explanation. Thursday is prix fixe menu: for $30 you have a 3-course meal with wine pairings ($23 without the wines) and we are more than happy to oblige. Both of us get the roasted beet salad served with creamy goat cheese, walnuts, greens and a delicious vinaigrette. The beets are perfectly cooked and sweet and the goat cheese brings the right amount of tang to the dish. Yummy. Reuben then chooses the rack of lamb accompanied by mashed potatoes and some of the most delicious young carrots (Spring carrots? however you want to call them) I have ever eaten. The meat is just divine and the wine reduction that comes with it is so intense in flavor that I just can't help to lick it with my finger from his plate (yes, I do gross things like that. Sometimes. More often at home though). I choose the vegetarian option of eggplant raviolis and eat every little bit of it. The arrabiata sauce is quite good, there is just the right amount of onions and the caramelized pieces of eggplant are just the perfect touch. And the wine.....it's a nice spicy blend, strong in aroma that reminds of a good Burgundy but I forgot to check on the menu.... The best part of the night was the dessert. Oh my.....chocolate checker pie....creamy, lukewarm, buttery crust.....one of the best desserts I can remember. In a restaurant at least because I can bake pretty serious goodness when I want to.... Modest and full, that's me!! We leave just before 7, the night is still young and I have a happy belly. Will be back for sure.
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Jen G.

Came here last week on half-price wine bottle night but will be back any night in the future. This type of restaurant would fit in anywhere in the city and I for one, am really glad to have an excuse to appreciate Edgewater. No, I don't live in the neighborhood but places like this mean I won't rule it out in the future. OK, the food: Started out with a crab cakes appetizer that was delicious if a bit delicate (they could have been cooked a bit more but the accompanying sauce was delicious.) We then shared a healthy-sized garden salad with hands-down the best bleu cheeze I've had in years. (Note: not chunky, just smooth and flavorful.) My companion had the gorgonzola mushroom pasta (ravioli, I think?) and oh good god am I glad he shared a few bites. Again, great sauce and not too heavy for what is traditional a very rich dish. I opted for the Seafood sliders. Two of the sandwiches were perfect. More of the crab and a lovely lobster salad creation. Unfortunately the shrimp slider was fried and fried extra welldone at that. I couldn't taste anything but burnt batter. Still, that was the only strike against the meal. We lingered over our wine and the staff even sent over a dessert wine to conclude the meal. The wine selection was really nice and varied. Companion was also wine orderer and we had the Duckhorn Merlot which went great with everything!
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Misse D.

I had a great dining experience here. I went on a double date here on a Saturday night over a holiday weekend. The food was fantastic. Everyone enjoyed their food and the wine. For a started, I had an eggplant soup that was very good. My entree was even better: scallops on a bed of lemon risotto. We split a bottle of wine. Dinner was very reasonably priced too. Parking was easy to find too! I will defintely go back to this place. I want to try their "nosh" menu: tapas style dishes and the flights of wine. I'm not a North Sider... but I was surprised that it wasn't more busy. Perhaps it was because of the holiday?
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Sarah Z.

I went here shortly after they opened last year. My experience is clouded with the memory that my butternut squash was doused in espresso flavor. Truly awful! I ate the meat part of my dish, but I was so turned off by how they ruined the butternut squash. Why any chef would think that tastes good, is beyond comprehension! I would not go back.
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Amie K.

Always love going to Broadway Cellars. The atmosphere is super and the food as well as the service is consistent and delicious. For appetizers, I love the mussels and I highly recommend the beet and/or wedge salad options. Most every entree dish I've had has been delicious. It's simply a great Edgewater restaurant with fantastic new outdoor seating, too!
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Joel S.

Solid brunch this weekend. This place doesn't open 'til 10:30, which was perfect because our other ol' reliables for 4 people, M Henry, Tweet, Over Easy, would be jammed at that hour, whereas Broadway Cellars was empty and ready to serve us a tasty meal. Didn't have a bottomless mimosa or bloody mary brunch, but like the concept. I exclaimed "Whaaaat" when my friend got French toast loaded with fresh berries. My eggs Benedict was solid, but not ridiculous or anything... bbq pork on jalapeÃ±o cornbread - interesting taste, but probably a little ambitious on my part. Good coffee that kept coming... mm mmm I'll be back.
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EDILSA E.

this past Sunday my high school gals and I made our second trip out to Broadway Cellars (I live next door to Midway Airport). 3 of us had bottomless mimosas and the other 2 had bottomless bloody marys. The food there is absolutely delicious and the waiters are friendly, but somewhat difficult to find. That Sunday @ noon was not busy at all. I expected better service. We all shared caramel banana french toast, crabcakes benedict, trainers breakfast, and the sausage pasta dish, aside from two others. Our bill came out to $120.00 for 5 ladies that had a total of 2 mimosas/bloody marys total and 6 entrees from the brunch menu. When I got up to pay, after waiting 15 minutes for our waiter's attention, I went up to the hostess/cashier to pay. While settling the account I was quite taken back when I was asked if something was wrong with our service. I said no, why? The hostess replied with, " well the tip isn't making sense." I was very confused as to why she would ask that considering I left a $22.00 tip, which is 18%!!!!! I was speechless and my friend and I, the other ladies were outside already, walked out with a bad taste in our mouthes. I don't think I'll be coming (21 miles out of my way) to Broadway Cellars again. I was insulted by the hostess' remarks. I think I'll stay on the southside where I can find the same quality of food.
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Kathryn M.

So my best friend and I had some catching up to do...what better place than Broadway Cellars for $10 bottomless mimosas, or bloody mary's, or $15 if you want to mix and match. We were seated almost immediately at 11:30 on a Sunday and stayed until almost 1:30 without those hurry up and leave looks from the waitress, which is pretty awesome. Actually, I'm pretty much in love with our waitress! Her first words to us were "Mimosas, ladies?" Ummm, yes please and keep 'em coming, which she definitely did. We were in a mimosa but not a breakfast mood, so we each had the Venice Beach Club, which is chicken, bacon, pepper jack cheese, and a red pepper aioli. Really, really tasty. My friend and I rolled out of there (literally) full, slightly buzzed, and with money to spare in our wallets.
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Nels W.

Went on a Thursday for the Fixed Price menu and it was very good. Best part was the $5 for 3 glasses of wine. They're not messing around with that!
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Heather H.

Had a really good experience here. 4 of us sat at the bar and we ordered a couple flights based on the owners recommendation. I love how she has traveled all over Spain and has a story to go with her wine selections. We ordered almost every appetizer on the menu and my husband had the steak sandwich. I tried it and it was amazing! All the food was top notch and we will definitely go back.
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Rachel B.

I live around the corner from the restaurant so I really wanted to like this place but unfortunately the dinner food was just meh. The New York strip steak didn't have any flavor. I had to salt which I never do. It definitely wasn't the kind of steak that melts in your mouth. The mashed potatoes were decent. The service was friendly and attentive. I haven't tried the brunch yet but not sure If I will after the dinner.
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Bradley S.

I really don't mean to be a Debbie Downer here, but... I really have to give the place a mixed review. Whilst I really liked my "Ned Beaty" for brunch today, partner was quite disappointed with his "Violet Beauregard". His pancakes were very well-done which is not something we normally associate with good pancakes. They had a somewhat heavy dry texture not to mention the rather thick crust. The blueberries were disappointing as well (I think he compared them to the things in a Jiffy muffin mix). That said, he did like the syrup that accompanied them and loved the blueberry gelato. My entree, on the other hand, was excellent. The eggs were perfectly poached and the pork was perfectly pulled. I really liked the BBQ sauce they use with its sweet with heat nature. The only critique I had for my dish was that the potatoes (which had great flavor) were a tad salty. In the interest of full disclosure I should note I'm not a big fan of salt and most people would probably love the potatoes just as they are. The service was excellent. We were seated on arrival and sans reservation a bit after noon. Jose was was friendly and efficient. Someone else (a manager perhaps) kept us updated on the status of out order (I must have looked impatient.) The space looks good. I like the loft-like feel of the place though they need to employ some sound dampening techniques. I could barely hear our server and conversation wasn't easy. We had been here once before and will no doubt be back so there's a strong possibility they can add a star.
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Amy N.

What a deal... $25 3 course meal with wine pairing on thurs?! Of course the catch is that the pre-fixe menu has just a subset of the regular menu, but that's okay by me. The beet salad, nosh platter (not on prefixe), artichoke pastry tart were all great! Yumminess in that order. Then, short rib (not on prefixe) was amazing. Flank steak and rigatoni were okay. My favorite was the sweet potato fries. Even hubby, not a big fan of sweet potatoes, can't stop eating them. I thought the wine were just ok... might just get the $20 w/o pairing option next time. Bread pudding is their specialty. I personally like the pistachio and poached pear gelato better. They also offer $5 burger and $5 fat tire special on mondays. People are friendly, service was good. We'd definitely go back.
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Sadie P.

After the great reviews I decided to check out Broadway Cellars. I had high hopes and as the restaurant is about half a block away from me I was oh so happy to try it for the first time tonight. The atmosphere is pleasing, though it was crowded with middle aged people who obviously don't get out enough and decided to whoop it up- consequently the noise level was too high for such an intimate space. Another consequence of the large groups was the lackluster service. Our waitress was nice enough but was forgetful and not very attentive. Now for the food-we started out with the heirloom tomato salad with goat cheese and balsamic vinegar reduction. The salad was tiny, with the tomatoes presented as small chunks instead of thick slices as one would expect. The cheese was creamy and rich and the basalmic vinegar reduction was delicous- I know I know, balsamic vinegar is played out, but not when it is as tasty as this. All in all, I cannot recommend the salad. We had the burger special, which is a hamburger, fries and slaw for 5.00. It seemed like a good deal. But that was until we tried the burgers- they were a little too charred on the outside though the inside was cooked perfectly. For now, I'm giving Broadway Cellars three stars but I go to brunch and will update accordingly.
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Christine M.

The food here was really good, but some of the portion sizes were very off. Everyone at the table ordered off the regular menu and had more than enough food, but my husband ordered the veal special and was disappointed with the amount of food he received. The service was just ok - we did go on a Saturday night, so we knew it would be crowded, but we didn't expect to be ignored. They also bought our food out in shifts. There was almost 5 minutes between the time the first dish came out and the last. There was also live jazz the night we were there, which I usually don't mind, but this was so loud that we had trouble hearing the other people at our table. I would try this place again as our friends go there often and really like it. I just hope that next time is better than this time.
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Dmitriy V.

The place looks very nice and laid back on the inside, but the sort of atmosphere I would expect from a lounge, not quite a restaurant. Everything else about this place is just about mediocre; you sort of end up averaging out the good and the bad into a 3/5: waitstaff is polite with the right attitude, but slow; food was trying to be really good, but something about everything I've tried had a qualm to it (like the sauce on the steak that seemed to be covering the bland taste of beef). This place has potential, but just needs to put in a bit more effort.
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Brian B.

I've only been to Broadway Cellars for brunch and I'd go back for brunch -- and should probably try it out for a casual dinner. The food is good and it's a nice place... a little more polished than some of the other brunch spots in the hood. The wait is never as long as some of the other "see and be seen" spots, so that may push it to 3.5 or 4 stars.
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chriss t.

Been here for lunch twice and yes its just A-ok with potential to be Yay! I'm a fan. Atmosphere is cute and laid back. It's close to where I live so it has potential to be a good lunch spot. In terms of food, portions are big. The salads are good...have potential...but can be better. I tend to be more concerned with the texture of my food so I guess I'm picky about the size of things in my salad. Had a burger and chicken sandwich (not in one sitting though :)). Both were good but again not knock my socks off. I've never had dinner or brunch here but am willing to try since the atmosphere is cozy and laid back , service its great, and prices are reasonable.
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Kat S.

I love this place. we usually go for brunch and the specials are always interesting. my favorite so far is the breakfast carbonara pasta. surefire cure for the night before. Service is always friendly and we've never had to wait more the 5 minutes for a table. And the ladies bathroom is ridiculously comfortable. i definitely suggest you give it a try.
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Greg M.

This place seriously rules and will be one of the few locations I will miss when I move away from the area. The ambiance is nice, service is great, prices are very reasonable and their burgers rule
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Nicole A.

Went here for the first time on Valentine's Day and will definitely be coming back! Great food, great service and great prices!
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Modibo S.

A comfortable neighborhood restaurant; slightly sophisticated without being flashy. Like another recommender I think the flights are a good deal. Most flights are actually "do-it-yourself," where you select 3 wines from the list that you'd like to try for a flat price ($9 if I'm not mistaken). I think the food was a bit hit-or-miss; we made the mistake of getting a caprese salad in January... in Chicago... and the tomatoes were probably as good as they're going to get, but I vowed not to get a caprese again until I go back to Leonardo's on Clark - sometime after June. We ran into friends there, too, which made this birthday dinner more fun. The atmosphere is really laid back and convivial. I'd like to go back another night, maybe a weeknight, for a more low-key meal, though.
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Slu S.

We found Broadway Cellars while looking around for dinner on Wednesday night at 9:30 and we were very happy that we found it. The service was a little light, but that is to be expected late on a Wednesday. The duck lasagna is to die for and my wife's pulled pork and slaw were very good as well. I would strongly suggest getting the 3 flights of wine for $10 special. We had the wines of Spain which was very good.
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Matt P.

I've had two great dinners here. They have many dishes that are unique, which is probably what will make me continue to come back here. I highly recommend the Tuna Putanesca linguine. The tuna was seared just right. Solid wine list. I'm not a fan of dinner places that have harsh or bright lightning, this place does it just right with the amount of lighting to feel cozy without feeling like they are trying too hard to set some sort of mood. The waitstaff is very helpful in selecting both wine and answering menu questions. At my last visit, we were in no rush and took our time after we were finished with dinner. Its great to not feel like the staff is eyeballing your table every 3 minutes once the check is settled.
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Voltaire M.

I wasn't thrilled when I first had dinner year a couple of summers ago, but they've gotten consistently better and better, and now this place is our favorite low-key place to go. Easy to park, consistently good food, quiet atmosphere, and very pleasant staff. I'm a big fan!
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Nicole E.

Great wine list and even better menu. I like that they have more than one fish option. Plus, they often have a variety of specials at a great value. The staff is extremely friendly and they remember you when you return. I was quite impressed.
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Coco P.

Finally tried the Sunday brunch and it was great. Had the breakfast pasta...essentially spaghetti carbonara....and loved it. Why not, it's just spaghetti with bacon and eggs...why didn't anyone else think of this for breakfast?? I'm super picky about my carbonara and this was just about perfect. I could have done without the sun-dried tomatoes...I don't think they added anything to the dish...but that's my only complaint. Hubby had the lolipop guild (1 egg, pancakes, bacon) and said it was very good. Didn't get into the mimosas but other tables seemed to be doing a pretty good job slurping them down.
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Jane A.

In the quest to find a new brunch spot, Broadway Cellars was recommended. We were also sold on the idea when we were told about the bottomless Mimosas and Bloody Mary's. So we went on Sunday. We were sat right away which is a plus. Our server was lovely and very efficient with bringing said Mimosas and Bloody Marys. And our food was very very tasty. The only semi complaint I could make and not necessarily a deal breaker is that the Bloodies were really under seasoned. Thankfully there was really good hotsauce on the table to doctor them up. Can you really complain to much when they are bottomless? We returned there last night after inspecting the dinner menu while we were there for brunch and liked what we saw. We stumbled onto the best deal ever. On Thursday nights they have a 3 course pre fixe menu which is only $23 or $30 with wine pairing. It was AMAZING! I have done pre fixe before and its usually ok, or there may be one thing that sounds amazing on the menu. But there wasn't one thing on the menu that I wouldn't order. They weren't skimpy on portions and everything was cooked superbly. Nothing about this meal felt discounted. And the wine pairings were right on. In a time where we are all pinching our pennies a bit it is nice to see a restaurant really follow thru with supurb food and great service even on a night that it is at a discounted price. Thank you Broadway Cellars! We will definitely be back.
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Ronnie S.

Rock and Roll with Bottomless Bloody Marys! It's like I never stopped from the night before!
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Nicole C.

I love the roasted chicken with mashed potatoes, peas, and chardonnay gravy. The couple that opened the place are great - they recognize me every time I go. They really take their food and business seriously. I have a great time and a great meal each and every time I've gone to Broadway Cellars and would highly recommend it to others.
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Jen J.

i live 3 blocks from broadway cellars and i've been rooting for a restaurant to stay in this space for more than a year. it seems to be a difficult location to keep popular. my husband went back in the days when it was south and were none too impressed though we loved their sister restaurant the speakeasy supper club which is now the uncommon ground location on devon. in any case, i digress. broadway cellars is a place where i take my parents when they visit from michigan. it's within walking distance, has a enough variety to please on the menu, is fresh and creative and not too damaging on the wallet. nothing i've had there has ever been mind-blowing, but everything i've had has been good. i particularly enjoy their pumpkin (or is it squash) ravioli in sage, brown butter sauce with dates. love the savory sweet combination. my husband and i particularly enjoy though coming on a monday for $5 burger night. we can both get a made to order burger with cheese and fixings, delicious french fries or salad, a drink and escape with a bill well under $30. not bad when you don't feel like cooking on a monday. i'm hoping broadway cellars is around for a while. i just wish their live jazz was a little more consistent in quality. i guess i'm just super critical of jazz vocalists. i'd prefer if they kept it instrumental.
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Lee L.

Unfortunate. That's how I felt last night. I've long been a fan - good food at a fair price, with good service. Yet last night was the second bad experience I've had here (the first was one of the wine tastings, which was very poorly managed and miserly with the wine). The waiter introduced himself, took orders for drinks and appetizers (mussels were very good) and then our entree. After that it was a LONG wait to get our entrees. We asked politely (another waiter, since ours had disappeared) after about an hour where our food was (it wasn't very busy and meatloaf and pulled pork are not exactly Iron Chef territory); it still took about another 15-20 minutes. When the food FINALLY arrived, it tasted like the meat had just come out of a microwave, while the potatoes and green beans were lukewarm. We hadn't seen the waiter in well over 45 minutes, no apology, no explanation, nothing. I will give them one more try; strike three?
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Jarrad M.

i have been here twice with my wife and friends. Once for dinner and the other for brunch. I liked it well enough but it wasn't especially memorable. The food - kind of generic bistro food. They had only recently begun brunch service when we tried it. The atmosphere - Clean but blah. The service - Solid. Attentive. Nice. I think it only stands out because the paucity of that style of restaurants in that 'hood. There just aren't bistros like it that far up B'way. The is the 3rd or 4th restaurant in that location in as many years. Maybe this one will stick because it doesn't really set the bar that high?
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Anna Q.

Good Reliable Neighborhood Bistro.
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Mara S.

If there was a half star option, I'd probably give 3.5 stars. The restaurant is pretty cute, nice ambiance - brick walls, mood lighting - it'd be perfect for a date, but I, and the people I was with, were freezing the whole time. By the end of my meal I had to put my coat on - a little ridiculous if you ask me. Service was good. Nice wine selection but I would have liked to see some cheaper options offered. My food was (in the words of Randy Jackson) "just ok". It was a tad bland - my boyfriend felt the same about his. I'd go back, but definitely not for dinner. A good place for drinks and apps or dessert.
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Daniel S.

I dined here while suffering from a hangover, so I can really only comment on the ambiance and food. Overall a very good spot in the neighborhood. The salads and sandwhiches are very tasty, and well presented. The service was friendly without being overbearing. The wine list looked ample, and I can't wait to return to sample. I will be sure to update this posting. It also appears they are committed to local suppliers- which is a nice added touch.
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C C.

Good service. Nice variety on the menu and all of our food was tasty. I'd dine here again.
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amy h.

LOVE this place. The food is exceptional and really reasonably priced. The waitstaff is charming and attentive. Everyone that I have ever brought here has been equally impressed.
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Brian R.

As I live next door, I often catch the weekend brunch here. Bottomless mimosas and bloodies are always a good idea. The brunch menu has a wide range of choices that I think anyone can be happy with. Try the BBQ brisket burrito. Try the Ned Beatty (benedict with poached eggs on top of pulled pork and cornbread). Try the quiche du jour, it's almost always good. I don't very often go for dinner because I think the menu is slightly dated. Maybe many of the dinner entrees are good, but they just don't appeal to me. The best of what I have tried: the calamari that I had tonight was some of the best I have ever had. Perfectly fried with shaved lemon slices. The duck lasagna is great. The pasta carbonara is delicious as well. The baked caprese sandwich (also on brunch menu) is also worth a try. If you like creamy caesar dressing, theirs is one of the best. The pork chop is delicious as are the burgers. Steer clear of the roasted chicken. Monday night is $5 burger night, and it is PACKED. Best deal in town. The servers are great and the owner Geri (sp?) couldn't be a more gracious host or nicer person. We have enjoyed being able to chat with her over the last couple years. I would definitely recommend to a friend and am glad to have this place in my neighborhood.
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J. O.

I've been here twice so far, and both times I asked myself why I don't come here every night. The first time I came, I fell in love with the house salad which comes with a deviled egg. I then had the butternut squash ravioli which was a little heavy but still good. However, the best thing to get here is the short ribs. My friend has had the ones at Carnivale and said these are better and are only around 20 dollars. Omg and the mashed sweet potatos that they come with are great. The prices are fantastic here. I came here once on I think a Tuesday or Wendesday and they had a fantastic half price wine special and also always have 10 dollar entrees. They were pretty decent too, one of my friends got the chicken piccata and pretty much licked the plate after he was done so im sure it was good and worth 10 dollars. This neighborhood is kind of rough so I would suggest driving, although the red line is across the street so its not too far of a walk. Anyway everyone must must try Broadway Cellars.
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Andrew J.

This is good stuff. Bottomless mimosas and excellent food. We did brunch with a bunch of people and the service was top-notch. Again, the food is excellent. Can't wait to try the dinner menu!
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Derek K.

I was not particularly impressed by the food. It was alright, nothing memorable. The service was great and people were very friendly. Since it is very close to my apartment I will likely go back to sample a few more of their menu items in hopes of changing my mind.
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Jamie W.

Love having brunch there on Sundays and dinner is great any night of the week. If you've never been you must try it.
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Mark S.

the best local restaurant around - will continue to come back - a once a week place that you never will get tired of!
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B.S.Detector M.

Came on a Thursday for the 3-course + wine pairings dinner with my girlfriend. Silly girl though I was gonna propose to her that night! Anyway, the appetizers were great. It helps to start off on the right foot, and fortunately Broadway Cellars has two of those in their beet salad and avocado stuffed with crabmeat and corn. The beets were sweet, but the flavors in that dressing really made them pop against the creamy goat cheese and crunchy walnuts. My avocado was perfectly ripe and offered a nice textural canvas for the simple and summery crabmeat and corn salad served on top. Grilled mahimahi fillet was decent. It's a pretty plain fish, so a marinade might have helped it get over the char flavor from the grill. My special lady friend had the skirt steak and sweet potato fries. Winner! The sweet potato fries are getting pretty popular these days, but Broadway Cellars made the best I've had. I think they might dust them with a little flour to get a texture not unlike BK fries. Sweet/salty, perfect temp, great contrast to the juicy steak.
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Rob L.

Several friends and I ventured out before an art exhibit to dinner. One had made reservations and we met at the bar there. Lovely extensive wine list, for once I said screw the beer I'm getting some bubbly and ordered a great French Brut. A little sweet but medium body glass of effervescent heaven. When we sat down we were given a white and grain bread with a plate of olive oil and parm, tasty but mainly because I was hungry. We were met by our server, some really great specials, but my eye had spied some gnocchi in a dry mustard cream sauce and I loves me some tater pillows. Our appetizers came, mussels in a buttery wine sauce and some fresh mozzarella wrapped in prosciutto served on some greens, damn tasty. Even the mussels which I am not the biggest fan were light and drowning in sauce. The gnocchi was wonderful, light but filling, the salmon with Thai slaw was a little charred but flavorful and the duck lasagna was great, but I think the duck was a little overwhelmed by everything else. I am being picky. Why? Because there is not much to complain about. Service was friendly and great, distant but available. Food was wonderful and was a visually gorgeous. I think they have an idea where they want this place to go, it looks upscale, but pretty much dress down, inviting, friendly and warm and wonderfully memorable. Great date place or a night with friends or family Update: So I came back with two fellow and stunningly beautiful yelpers, (Andrea W and Elizabeth N). We went in and were pleasantly surprised to find they had a $25 prefixed menu with wine pairings, what an excellent night to come! We each had an excellent Caesar salads and a lovely pinot nior. Then I had a great crusted pork roast with green beans and some very creamy potatoes. I do have to agree with the girls, the brownie and vanilla gelato was #1, followed by the chocolate mousse cake. The service was a little slow, but when you have such wonderful companions, it was no problem at all. I do have to say this is becoming quite the neighborhood hangout as the owner greeted everyone like they were old friends, but I don't think it would hurt to place a reservation, I think this place is going to be getting more and more popular!
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marianne r.

Step inside this under-marketed little gem and you will most likely meet Geri, the proprietor, or her sister Barbara, or husband and chef Tommy..yeah it's a family business and it shows!! the effort they go to to make you feel welcome is heart-warming and the food follows their lead.We just moved to the neighborhood and were casually perusing the menu when Geri came out- side to give us a takeout menu as she knew we weren't regulars...just in case we ever wanted to check it out.Right there, we were impressed so we went inside and enjoyed a relaxing evening, chatting with the staff, having lunch and a few delicious beers( nice selection, especially the Wyders Pear Cider,and Magners Irish cider a rare find!!)Since that we have gone back for their Thursday night fixed menu with wine pairings and we are adopting them as our go-to spot with friends...good food, people and service...a rare find...and I am a restaurant manager by trade!! Find it and enjoy it!!their unlimited mimosa or bloody mary weekend brunches are FANTASTIC and we make sure to take anyone who hasn't already discovered this gem there so they get a taste of what a restaurant should be!!
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Dave G.

there are several great reasons to come out and try this place! great wine and decent food in an affordable interesting location!! this past summer they added an upgraded off street eating area!! very nice!! to be off of Broadway on the ide street! the specials are decent and the price is right!! but sometimes the execution of the main dish just isnt there! we go here often and live in the hood! super nice people! some great bites!! a good option and easy on the wallet!! Love the wine flights!!
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Lisa K.

I came to Broadway Cellars for a group brunch. The waitress was very harried and stressed. When she gave the specials for the day she was down at one end on her knees so it was hard to impossible for the other end to hear her. Also she was very grumpy and seemed stressed. I started by ordering the bottomless bloody mary as did another person sitting by me. We both thought they were so terrible we had to send them back and switch to mimosas. Definitely have clamato juice as the base which is not to my liking. So be warned unless you like seafood flavor in your bloody mary, don't get one here. Also the mary's only came with one olive and a slice of lemon. Disappointing overall, at least give a couple olives, something. The mimosas were ok, no strange flavors added. For brunch I got eggs, potatoes and toast. Nothing spectacular, the scrambled eggs were undercooked, the potatoes were nice and done without being burnt but were bathed in rosemary so that was all you could taste. The food was a decent amount for only $5 but very, very average nothing that made we want to come back again. With so many choices in the neighborhood, I will definitely try something else before coming back to Broadway Cellars.
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Zach W.

Guys, it's all about the fixed price menu for $23 bucks. It's a hidden Gem!!! Try the Salted Peanut Ice Cream.
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Rex M.

Jose' use to be my favorite server here. But he left and no one would tell me where he moved to. If you're reading this Jose', HI ! Hope you're doing well wherever you are. ------------ ----------------- ----------------- -------------- This is a really nice place to take a date or anyone really. Linen table clothes and napkins are a very nice touch. Prices are very inexpensive. Sunday brunch is very tasty with all kind of hollandaisey things. Mimosas are very good here. I like the fact they display art for local artists. That's very cool. But also, I like the Monday dinner /drink special. But any day of the week is a great time to eat here. Never takes long to get a table. I see many of the same faces here all the time....that's a good sign. The lady at the reception podium is very nice. she always smiles and welcomes you when you arrive. And when you leave, she makes it a point to tell you how much you're appreciated. She's a very sweet lady. p.s. sometimes sitting in the bar area sucks. Not great service. So opt for a table. Oh yea....the puddin' dessert is sooo good. Yes it's called puddin'.
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igor I.

My wife and I stopped in for dinner on the way home from a meeting. We were pleasantly surprised, and love patronising places like this. You know, the ones that look like the owners put their heart and soul into. The ones that are not crowded and really appreciate your business. My favorite would have to be the house salad which comes in a tangy vinegrette and a develed egg. nice!
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B G.

This place is just a gem. I live in the neighborhood and am beyond grateful that Broadway Cellars is just a solid choice for brunch, lunch and dinner. I personally love the pork chop and the steak, and the waiters are more than willing to have the kitchen modify the order (I love getting mashed potatos with all my meals.) The wine, especially the flights, are all outstanding and reasonably priced. Whether it's the half-off bottle of wine night or the three-course night, it's a lot of fun and a great value. My favorite choice for lunch is the chicken salad sandwich. There have been a couple of misses - the special quiche, a goatcheese tart appetizer, and BBQ pork sandwich that's a little on the sweet side... but I think I've noticed mostly because I've been there a million times. Great place. Reasonably priced, and an excellent choice whether it's a last-minute dinner with my partner, taking my boss out, or taking my mom and her sisters out for brunch.
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Stewart B.

I really wanted to like Broadway Cellars, but I just don't. The food just isn't good. The wine list is ok but it is clear they really don't put any care or thought into their food. The chef and staff really don't seem to care about their food, because on at least three occasions it has ranged from poor to outright inedible. Considering the quality of the food-low, the fact that the menu never changes, and that the food quality is consistently poor, I have given up. Not a big boozer (no mimosas for me) and like a more expensive red when I drink than is served here, the boozing on sunday morning isn't as big of a plus for me. In any event, the food is generally uninspired and it just isn't worth a visit unless you are doing the mimosas on sunday.
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Antone R.

I came back here again w/a friend because he never tried their food and wouldn't you know I ordered the same thing I did last time only this time we mixed our food (he had the blueberry pancake gelato thing). I came here on a great warm Sunday morning n pretty much everything was great. My meal filled me up, the coffee was good, the multi-grain toast was good, and his pancakes were intensely filled w/blueberries, yum. I know this place advertises as a dinner joint but I keep having brunch here it isn't too packed and I've always been able to sit outside which is hard to do in Chicago but thank god this isn't WickerPArk. Our waitress mid-range age I'd say was charming and so were the other workers there. This place has a calmness that you don't feel from other places on Sunday mornings rushing around just working. We ordered the mimosa's too and my only beef is that you have to drink too many and I wasn't buzzed not even a tinsy winsy bit. I'm not saying you have to get drunk but a nice little buzz to walk back home to would be nicer. I'll come here again most def BUT I will see to it that they pour "more" champagne than OJ so as to get my $$ worth as our whole bill came to about $52 (2 meals, 2 coffees, 2 bottomless Mimosas). The food tastes healthy as it does good.
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Fida C.

Pleasant place, nice staff. Probably a nice place to come for a drink or something. The food is ok, but to my taste overproduced: heavy, heavy sauces with lots of seasoning. Probably this is a nice place to come for the wine deals, though I didn't really care for the wine, either.
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Jessica P.

I agree with the review by Mara S. (who gave three stars), 3.5 is probably the correct amount. I went to the Cellar this evening with my husband. Overall, it was pretty good and we would probably go back, especially for the prix fixe menu. We have the nosh plate to start - brie, pate, olives, marinated artichokes. It was good, especially if you are not in any hurry. The bread and olive oil/parm/pepper serves with the bread was also yummy and very reminiscent of Biaggi's downstate. We had a lovely bottle of Santa Barbara pinot noir, with a nice robust, slightly smoky taste. For dinner I had the pulled pork and Tom had the burger. Looking around, we should have gotten the chicken and/or salmon. The service was excellent and it was a beautiful evening to sit outside. We will definitely go back again (probably for the prix fixe). It is an excellent addition to the neighborhood. I would like to see bottle prices drop a bit and food quality increase. The food was not bad, but it was not interesting. So, go for the wine and atmosphere - it is worth the trip!
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Eve M.

I've been there twice - neighborhoody? Yes, but the service is mediocre and the food kinda like stuff my grandma would make and call it French. Maybe because I lived in France for 3.5 yrs, but I would NOT call it French - more like American thinking it's French - which, btw, can be ok and kinda tasty sometimes, that's why i give it 3 stars! Plus, it's pretty cozy...
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Stephanie S.

A truly outstanding restaurant in an unassuming neighborhood. The wine list is excellent, as is the food, which is very fairly priced considering how delicious it is. Sometimes the restaurant plays host to live jazz or blues, which is really fun and contributes, rather than detracts, from the great atmosphere. The waitstaff, and bartender in particular, are marvelous and friendly as well.
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D R.

My fiance and I found this place on citysearch searching for a good glass of wine. Her first reaction was that she didn't want to go to that neighborhood. It turns out the area is more on the 'up and coming' side than we expected. Parking was difficult because this restaurant was bustling a with near capacity crowd (although we called a half hour ahead and did not have to wait). The food was good, the service very friendly and knowledgeable, and the atmosphere was warm, kinetic, urban and friendly. We noticed the chef come out and chat with as many as ten tables during our meal. The wine was excellent, both my fiance's white choice and my red flight were fantastic on their own (we're big wine buffs), but also turned out to be an excellent pairing with our meals. I had a bone-in pork chop special which had a hint of BBQ, some kind of glaze, and sat atop a sort of spicy jambalaya with a few of the best asparagus I've ever tasted. My fiance had a rare ahi tuna which she said she liked. The servings were ample, we noticed the desserts coming out to other tables and they looked and smelled as delicious as the dinner. We were joking that the bread pudding should be called the 'loaf of bread' pudding. We were both surprised by the quality, value, selection, and approachability of this blossoming Chicago restaurant. The crowd was a bit older around 25-60. Many people there seemed to know each other and that created a family-like joyous atmosphere, although I wouldn't say this is a kid-friendly venue. We watched table after table thank the owner on their way out the door.
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Mike K.

I really enjoyed this place, the food was excellent, I had the Filet Mignon and it was very tender. The service was very good, your water glass is always full and it never felt rushed.
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Sarah L.

We went with a large group first thing on a Sunday morning. The atmosphere is nice, with a good amount of space. Yet, the service was truly awful. We had no less than 6 workers walk right past us without even making contact while we milled about by the reception area. After asking to be acknowledged, they seemed a bit annoyed we were there so early (10:45AM). Our waiter was very inattentive and, while he responded to direct requests, did not check in, anticipate needs, or get us our check in a timely way. He seemed young and fairly new to the restaurant game, so a better server would have helped. The food, which was decent but not great, took 50 minutes after ordering to arrive. The coffee is below average.
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Cat B.

Went here last night during that torrential rain pour for a goodbye gathering for a co-worker. This place is warm and inviting with beautiful colors on the walls and wonderful pieces of art on the walls. With the rain, it didn't matter, but they have a nice outdoor patio for enjoying the summer weather. There is a nice bar area with enough bar tables to squeeze them together and fit close to 12 people. The dining area is very nice as well. I did not eat, but had some nibbles off of other plates. I had a glass of wine. They have a wonderful wine list with many nice wines by the glass and many more choices by the bottle. On Wednesdays they have a great deal of a $5 Burger, which is a huge burger with fries and slaw. Friends said that the calamari was excellent and the salads were delicious. Lots of MMMMMs going around the table. Decent prices, less expensive than I expected for a wine bar with a full menu. The waiter almost drastically overcharged us, but we informed him of his mistake, and he was apologetic. Will definitely go back to try some of the food, but a good experience overall.
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T W.

My friends and I stopped in here for drinks and appetizers and to watch the Top Chef Masters finale. They had drink and entree specials. Also, when you walked in everyone pulled a chef's name. We were told that if your chef won, you're individual meal and drinks were free. Two of the four of us had winning chefs and since we didn't have full meals they gave us our entire order free. The staff was extremely friendly when I called and while we were there. We plan to return.
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Heather H.

Absolutely awesome place. I went there this past Sat. with my two friends and my fiance. I wasn't sure if we'd be able to get a table as we didn't have reservations. We got there around 5 - so I think we got there early enough that we didn't have to worry. Let me just start out by saying I've tried a bunch of places with great reviews on Yelp - and not many of them lived up to my expectations. This place was the exception! The drinks were awesome, I ordered the Mango Mojito - fabulous! We ordered a couple of appetizers - one of which was the calamari. My fiance is a chef and is VERY picky about this particular dish - he raved about it - and was quite impressed by the huge portion they gave for such a reasonable price. For my main entree I ordered the Pollo Saltambocca - which was delish. The chicken was tender and flavorful, the sauce that accompanied it was out of this world. The home made mashed tater's were phenomenal. We were having an all around great experience, so we decided to order dessert - I don't know how any of us had room - but we were glad we did. My two friends ordered the lemon cheesecake - and said they've never had a better cheesecake - when I tried it - I agreed. The Carrot Cake I had was awesome as well. Bottom line is.. if you want an great little neighborhood spot, that is casual, unpretentious, and offers wonderful food, generous portions, at reasonable prices...this is the place for you.
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Donna F.

I don't understand all the good reviews on this place. We didn't eat there, just merely stopped in to sample some good wine. That was a chore in itself. The wine by the glass only offered about 8 wines that I could get anywhere, none of them anything exceptional. In fact the one that I sampled tasted like it had gone bad. I could tell just by the smell. Then there is the matter of the bartender who even though nobody was at the bar, was too preoccupied to wait on us in a timely manner. He's making mojitos, waiting tables, pouring for servers. When you're a bartender your first priority is your bar patrons. Had no idea that a manhattan consisted of more than a measly amount of alcohol. The glass was half empty.and cost $7.00. Got the bill and discovered a tax of $1.55 added on. Get out of here! Chincy drink, lousy service and a bad selectionof wine. And it's supposed to be a wine bar?? Wouldn't ever consider going back. Atmosphere toward the back of the joint looks dirty and not pleasing to the eye. Strange joint!
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Rebecca C.

Met a friend here for drinks, and decided to stay for the 3-course menu (with wine! Yay!) for $30. Great service (thanks bartender!) and delicious food. I started with a salad - figs, gorgonzola, walnuts, balsamic - yum! Next was the tilapia with mashed potatoes and green beans - the tilapia was excellent. Last was the chess pie - I was really too full to eat this, but I gave it my best shot. I also really liked the wine pairings for the salad and entree; wasn't a fan of the port selection, but overall, it was a great meal at a decent value. I'll definitely be back.
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elizabeth n.

I have been saying for the past month that I really need to branch out on the restaurants I've been going to lately and I need to head to new neighborhoods. So I was very excited when Rob L picked Broadway Cellars for the date with Andrea W and myself! And lucky for us- it was prix fixe night! Before we got our prix fixe menus I took a look at the regular menu and saw so many things that I wanted to try but once we saw the prix fixe menu we had to order off that. What a good deal- 3 course dinner with wine pairings for $25! I started with the cesar salad which was great except for the anchovy that was sitting on top staring at me, but once I picked that off it was great. Then I had the 4 cheese ravioli which was so good that I finished all of it. The 3 of us each ordered a different dessert so we shared the brownie sundae with vanilla gelato, chocolate mousse cake, and the creme brulee. The brownie sundae was my favorite and the chocolate mousse cake was a close 2nd. I highly recommend this place, especially on Thursday nights for the prix fixe. Thanks for picking this restaurant Rob!
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Penney K.

Good Stuff! OK, so after seeing so many good reviews for this place, I decided to make the trek up to Kenosha (insert smile). If you live downtown, going up to 5900 N Broadway is quite the haul, but it was worth the trip. First of all, whoever put the pics of the place up on Yelp, didn't do the place justice. The pics make it look like an old Italian place where things are old and dank. The restaurant actually has much more ambiance than the pictures represent, so that was a nice surprise. Next, we ordered the Ned Beatty (pulled pork/cornbread/benedict). I would say skip it, though others may disagree. The pulled pork was good-but tasted like something out of a barbeque restaurant versus what I had hoped to have more of a breakfast flavor--but the actual consistency was delicious. The eggs on the bene cooked to perfection, but the cornbread was too thick and fluffy--my take, make it half as high and less crumbly--way too much bread. Lastly, the hollandaise was a tad on the bland side. I am an eggs benedict aficionado, and I know and love a good hollandaise--take Feast for example, those guys make one of the best hollandaise in the city. Ok, now for the good stuff--of course the $10 bottomless mimosa is awesome---it's what got me in the door....but the other two entrees we got were incredible. I don't generally like pancakes--but somehow they pulled theirs off with perfection--with delicious maple syrup and apple cinnamon butter to boot. Lastly, we got the steak and eggs-I kid you not, the best steak I have ever had at a brunch--and again, the eggs were cooked to perfection. I think it had a tomatillo sauce on it---it was PHENOMENAL. Our server (I think he said his name was Brian--awesomeness). Overall, I would definitely recommend it with two thumbs up!
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Emma R.

Great food and service! So nice to have a restaurant like this in the neighorhood. Love the ceasar salad and they have good specials!
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nate p.

Great food, and not all that expensive, but has an upscale atmosphere. Decore is simple and understated however very classy. Wine selection is extensive, if you like wine you will love this place, its one of the only ones in the area with a liquor liscence. There is something for everyone here, there is even mini burgers, if you dont want to try one of their special menu items. Try dessert, they have a great chocolate cake!
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Adam E.

I don't usually go with a low rating for a place I may try again. But it was just "Meh" food and service. The Bloody Mary was not good, not terrible, just not good. I would not recommend it. The Eggs Benedict I got was just already but standard fare. Go, don't go, you won't be missing much. Just an alright, "Meh" experience.
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Joe L.

Great food, very nice waiter, nice atmosphere. Absolutely packed for a brunch and glad we made reservations. The hostess wasn't the nicest and did not but to her credit she was very busy. I'd be excited to try them for a prime rib dinner one of these days. 4 stars easily
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Mike L.

First time here with my wife and daughter. Absolutely fantastic. Will definitely be back. Would like to see if dinner is just as delicious as brunch.
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Jennifer W.

If you're a wine drinker, you can't go wrong with Amber behind the bar on a Tuesday evening. The half-price bottles afford one the opportunity to sample some really fine wine, and Amber is great at taking the lead with just a few craving descriptors like "big, juicy red." She'll also provide excellent food pairing suggestions, everything I've tried is very tasty and well prepared.
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Cristina P.

Absolutely Delicious Brunch! Started off with unlimited mimosas, shared the quiche of the day( mushroom and portabella), had the salmon benny, and crabcakes with egg. Everything was so amazing!!!! I found out they do buffet style dinners with a wine tasting for 20/25 bucks.
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Mike O.

Went for the sunday brunch with the endless mimosas. Food was good but nothing great I definitely wouldn't put it up with some of the better brunches I've had in the city. The menu did had some different options that you dont see everywhere so that was nice. Although 7 bucks for endless mimosas is a steal so that kinda makes up for it.
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Emily L.

I've come here for brunch twice and enjoyed it both times. During my first visit, I had the BLT and E - bacon, lettuce, tomato, and a fried egg on multigrain toast. YUM! The ingredients were all very fresh, and a perfectly over medium egg provided some delicious gooey yolk to hold it all together. My sandwich came with some super tasty coleslaw. It was crunchy, refreshing, and slightly sweet - a perfect complement to the BLT, and I also appreciated that the cabbage and red onion were very finely shredded. I hate giant chunks of raw onion. But wait, there's more! I also got breakfast potatoes with my sandwich. Score! These potatoes were perfectly cooked and nice and crispy on the outside. Were they flash-fried in order to get that texture? But they weren't greasy! So addictive. I washed all this deliciousness down with a bottomless mimosa. On my second visit (two years later or so?), I got the Buen Dia - "2 eggs sunny with chorizo hash, chilis and onions, tomato salsa and cilantro crema." This was also very tasty and came with flour tortillas. I loved the chorizo hash and added hot sauce to my dish for added pep. I also stole some potatoes off the boyfriend's plate. Still perfectly crispy on the outside! To sum up - delicious brunch dishes prepared with great ingredients and care. I will be back!
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Jeff S.

If I had reviewed this restaurant after my first visit, it would have probably gotten five stars. However, the subsequent two visits just went downhill. First of all, let me say that the tuna Nicoise salad is delicious - I've had it twice. On my second visit, the service was slower but still fine. My last time there, for brunch, was a disaster. The woman at the door looked pissed that I had a reservation. Granted, I had made it 30 minutes beforehand on Open Table, but if it's offered then they should be able to accommodate it. After we sat down and ordered, it took a good 30 minutes to get our food and our waiter appeared not once during that time - not even to refill water. After bringing our food, he didn't appear again except to bring the bill, which we had to ask for and which took 15 minutes to receive. I understand that restaurants get busy and that servers can't control how fast the kitchen is, but I would hope that at the very least a waiter would come to the table and apologize for the delay. I'm not sure that I will return, which is sad, because the food was good.
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Daniel C.

Love, love, love the Monday, $5 burgers.
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Tracy T.

Didn't really get to partake in the bottomless Mimosa's because I had my 6 year old son with me. But I did enjoy the food. Visited Broadway Cellar on a Sunday for brunch, it was not crowded at all and while we started out on the patio (which I'm sure in the right weather would be great) we did end up moving into the restaurant, the food was really good and my son enjoyed the eggs. Eventhough I'm a southsider I will most def visit them again.
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Amanda G.

Yes, it is no secret that I adore this place and am so glad that I live a few blocks away. What I haven't been to recently: 20 wines for $20 (Wednesday evenings...about every five to seven weeks) Last night, two of my friends and I decided to attend the event again. OMG!! Not only did we get 20 tastings (healthy pours) of South American and Spanish wines (one Italian wine too), but were able to enjoy a plethora of Latin inspired food. The duck confit taquitos were to die for and the chicken enchiladas with verde sauce were scrumptious! Also, I found myself getting seconds of the Spanish tortilla, chickpea salad, and pickled cauliflower and peppers too. There was so much, I did not have enough stomach space to try all the items that were offered. And, yes, there were three different desserts to sample too. I have to admit that I have no problem being gluttonous here and happily welcome the extra calories!! What else?? If you purchase a case (or combine bottles with a friend) of the wines you tasted, you get 10% off. Do I need to say more?!? Needless to say, I purchased mine last night, and am anxiously waiting to pick them up. Yum! Two enthusiastic thumbs up for Tom and Jerry (and Barbara)!! Such a wonderful restaurant in Edgewater!
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Theodore J.

My friends and I come almost weekly for $5 burger night on Mondays. They're super tasty. Try the green beans as a side instead of french fries and be sure to ask for pickles. The cocktails are delicious as well.
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Justin W.

I want to preface this review by saying that normally I wouldn't leave a negative review after having expressed my concerns directly with the establishment, however, the establishment itself didn't make ANY attempt at immediate service recovery to myself or my party for what was the WORST service I have ever experienced so now I want to share this with everyone else. I also want to say i work in customer service so I know how to be a customer, I would never be rude, demanding, impatient, curt, etc... I get service and am always kind. I work very close to this place and went here after a work function to celebrate a successful project with some friends/coworkers. They had been there before, but I hadn't so I was excited to try it as it was nice inside and I liked the menu. The table was set for 4 and I was the 5th so to be fair to the waiter the table wasn't set originally for 5. Our waited came to the table, never introduced himself, never smiled, didn't welcome us etc. I politely asked for utensils and water.. he looked at me, looked at the table and then walked away. There was no, "Oh course.. I'd be happy to.. I'll be right back." nothing. There was only a single menu so it took us extra time to look it over. We had also asked for extra menus but those never came, and I asked for a water again and my friend for a coke... and some of the others for beers.This was water request #2. The beers came, no water, no coke. When he came back to take orders he made it clear he was annoyed that we weren't ready to order (we were really trying to hurry but were still passing around the single menu) he was just rolling his eyes. Mind you, the restaurant was not busy and my friends are all incredibly friendly, jovial, sweet people so we were trying very hard to NOT be difficult but he was making it awkward for us.... the customers... the ones paying to be served. At this point I asked again for a water. Request #3. I also had no plate set-up or anything still. When he was gone my friend mentioned that the last few times they'd come they'd had this particular waiter and he'd always been like this. No smiles, no interaction, huffs, rolling eyes,...poor poor poor service. I asked why she never said anything and she said that she just didn't like the confrontation. I asked the others who also had been before and they all agreed with her past experiences. Now I was angry.... this was clearly the norm for this server! I turned around and he was behind the bar, not overly busy.. and there I sat with no water, no napkin, no utensils... and I had asked THREE times for water! Nevermind a wine or beer or anything. A few minutes later my food came but the waiter was nowhere to be seen. I asked others for water but they just came to refill the others' glasses, not to bring a separate glass. It was beginning to be comical. The coke still never came either and I had to borrow someone else's fork to eat (he was having soup). I ate most of my meal with nothing to drink. I finally got up and went over to a woman who was greeting customers at the door to express my frustrations. I think she may have been a manager. She was very apologetic and seemed genuinely embarrassed for our experience .. but in the end nothing was done to rectify the situation. Here we'd all PAID MONEY to come into their establishment and in the end we feel like inconveniences. I could've gone to a relative's house and felt like that for free! I wasn't looking for a hand-out, but it's the principle. She never offered a round of drinks, a dessert (which we wouldn't have wanted anyway as we just wanted to leave)... we felt horrible just being there, it was as if we were bothering the waiter who never came back to check on us after we got our food. Our bills came... in full. No adjustment or anything! WHAT had we just spent our money on?? I couldn't believe they even had ZAGAT stickers on the door as I left. I've had better service at airport kiosks. They need to address this problem with their waitstaff bc it could be dragging down others who ARE working hard. I'll never know bc I don't plan on experiencing their product again.
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F D.

So I recently read an article that listed the top 10 places for brunch in Chicago and amazingly this place was listed. I've seen this place dozens of times since I live in the area, but have never stopped in - until today. I ordered the Broadway Breakfast that consisted of scrambled eggs, two slices of bacon, two sausage links, and Broadway potatoes. I LOVE pancakes, so also ordered a side of regular pancakes. The pancakes were OK, a little thick, but they weren't heavy, so they were fine. My Broadway Breakfast was fine, nothing special. The rosemary on the potatoes was burnt and made them difficult to eat. My problem was with the service. The bacon was soft, so I sent it back to be cooked crispy. NOBODY EVERY BROUGHT MY BACON BACK!!! Further, nobody ever checked on me to allow me the opportunity to alert someone that my bacon hadn't returned. By the time the waitress returned, I was finished eating. When I told her the bacon never came back, she just replied "oh", and there was no offer to compensate me in any way. Oh well, not sure who decided this place deserved a "Best Brunch" rating, but next time I think I'll stay home.
(2)
Kelly T.

Broadway Cellars is truly a diamond in the rough. We went for drinks and apps on a Friday night and were back on Sunday for brunch. Both times we had exceptional food and drinks and great service. Prices are very fair and the staff is very friendly. They keep it clean and simple with an atmosphere that feels upscale yet cozy and local. Great for any occasion.
(5)
Chris W.

First, let me say, the entree was delicious. Everything else, especially the service... AWFUL. I went there for a birthday dinner. When my partner said it was my birthday and asked for a shot, the server said, "Well, we really don't do anything for birthdays." Kinda crappy; not even a wish for a happy birthday. After that, the salad has the limpest lettuce I've ever experienced (I could make another joke here...). I got the wrong wine, the wrong entree, and had to ask multiple times for ice. This was when the server decided to casually stroll over (he was much busier taking group pictures of another table to pay attention to a measly two-top). This was an extremely disappointing dinner. What sealed the deal for us is that this is not the first time this has happened here. Not going back, and we DON'T recommend it to anyone else.
(1)
Mark G.

A friend of mine introduced me to Broadway Cellars about a year ago and I am still in his debt. It has quickly become my favorite place. I normally go on Mondays for their $5 burger night which are consistently great and their fish-and-chips are as good as anything I've had in London. I ordered a steak there one night and got a modified version of steak au poivre that tasted awesome and cut 'like buttah'. This cozy neighborhood place is well worth a visit........
(5)
Kathleen C.

Amazingly poor service...wow. Though I do give 5 stars to the bartender for helping me out with my wine. You see, I had been given a glass of wine by my server, and the inside of the glass was all red (I was drinking white). No, it was not a red glass...it was clear. Since our server did not reappear, I had to take matters into my own hands and approach the bar. The bartender was super nice, super sweet and was not pleased with the original glass that I had been given. She was so apologetic (and folks, I was not being crabby!). So, 5 starts for her - she's super. On to the rest of the meal.... Friends and I visited for a Monday night dinner - who knew they had $5 burgers? Well, everyone in the neighborhood apparently...We were quickly seated, but were we seated in no-man's land? Perhaps so, because no one came to greet us...at all...for about 30 min. We finally flagged down the host who found us a server. When she arrived, we said we were ready to order, and she was more than happy to rush us through (no sense of humor... though she did apologize for making us wait...albeit begrudgingly). We mostly all had burgers and they took a while to show up and seemed somewhat like they had started life as a frozen patty and had been reawakened at some point before our meal. They were ok, and cooked appropriately, but were a bit bland. The fries...Eh...not very tasty, and mine were very overcooked and at the same time mushy. Quite odd... I also asked for a side of salad dressing which never appeared....that was frustrating....and the one person at the table not having a burger had to wait longer for her food than anyone else...and it was a cold, non-cooked dish. Strange. Our server never reappeared during the meal, and we had to flag her down to order more drinks. Then, when we tried to get the check, we almost had to stand up to find her. Now, I know it was Monday night and there was a special. However, there were a few empty tables, and the other ones that were full were sitting there for a while drinking - not eating, so I would expect they required a bit less attention. Overall (if it's not already totally obvious), I was very dissatisfied with our service. There is no excuse in my book for total indifference to your table. The bartender deserves a gold star...otherwise, service is a total miss. A 1 (2 because of the bartender who was a 5 personally). Bathrooms...a 3. They were ok, but not updated. Food...I have to go with a 2. The fries were not good, and the burger was totally run of the mill. I'm not sure how their regular menu is, but burger Monday would not be drawing me in. Value...I have to go with a 2 as well. $5 burgers only go so far when everything is an add-on. Also, the regular prices were a bit on the high end considering the options. Atmosphere...a 2? Maybe...I think that's being generous and it's really only for the bar area. The dining room area looks like it came out of a chain restaurant from the 80s. The bar area is much cuter. Will I return...perhaps for some wine and to sit at the bar. Otherwise, this isn't on my list of spots to seek out regularly.
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Todd S.

I LOVE this restaurant. Their food is always fresh and made to order. They offer very generous portions of food that is tasty and delicious. I love the burger Monday's or Prime Rib Thursdays. Their slaw is some of the best that I have ever had. I would highly recommend eating here. I cannot think of one thing that I am not impressed with regarding this restaurant!
(5)
Joe K.

I have never had a bad meal here. The food is always exceptional. I also enjoy the staff every time. Wonderful place!
(5)
Kyle H.

This review is for dinner only, as I've never brunched at Broadway Cellars. I've had dinner here a few times and I'm always pleasantly surprised by their Specials menu and strong offerings on their regular dinner menu. I like the convenience of making a last minute Friday 7pm reservation at Open Table through Yelp, but it really isn't needed. BC doesn't get that busy, and has plenty of seating for two or even groups. The menu is full of appetizing salads, meat entrees, and a few vegetarian options. I've previously enjoyed the Pumpkin Ravioli. This visit I had the Seared Pork chop, served over a sweet dijon mustard sauce, with mashed sweet potatoes and steamed spinach. The pork chop was super tender and juicy, and the mustard sauce was great. I almost had to call 911, though, as the spinach sat on a mountain of cracked black pepper and I almost coughed up a lung eating it. Death by Black Pepper! My dining partner's skirt steak with chimichurri was excellent! Broadway Cellars has nice flights of wine, and an ample beer menu, making drink pairings easy. My only ding against this place is it looks so antiquated, and in need of a redecorating! Otherwise, I love the food and drinks, and will be back.
(4)
April K.

Broadway Cellars is one of the places I point to when I try and explain to my small(er)-town relatives that you can forge connections with people in the Big City. My husband & I started coming to BC ages ago for their great Thursday night fixed price menu deal; now we come every week (yes, I said 'every') for the food and the company. Sit at one of Anthony's tables if you can & he'll take great care of you, or sit at the bar and Amber or Leo will whip you up a tasty beverage to go with the conversation of the night. Oh, and the food is great too - the mussels are a great starter, the trout salad is my go-to for a light meal (get it w/ avocado) and both the salmon and the honey brined pork chop are consistently stellar entrees. Broadway Cellars is a great neighborhood gem, so get in here! I'll be sitting at the bar...
(4)
Mark V.

Great bruch (and they take reservations!), bottomless mimosas and the variety of eggs benedict were a big hit.
(4)
Jelena Z.

Went back for the Ned Beatty (chipotle pulled pork and poached eggs over jalapeÃ±o cornbread with adobo hollandaise) and of course, the $10 unlimited mimosas. Both were brilliant. Service is stellar and smiley, and you can even make a brunch reservation via OpenTable. It's already been decided - I'm going back next Sunday and taking public transportation. When considering value, length of wait (zero with a reservation), quality of food, creativity and service, this is the best brunch in Chicago right now. GO!
(5)
Lee J.

Sunday brunch, great friends, good food, and bottomless mimosas? Yes, please! The food is fresh and made with care. This is a wonderful place to get a fun group of people together, laugh about the week, and plan for future shenanigans. Our food was delicious, the bottomless mimosas can't be beat, and the service was wonderfully attentive.
(4)
Jo d.

I really do hesitate to leave a negative review about Broadway Cellars because the waitstaff does try hard and they do have those fabulous Tuesday night half price wine bottle nights BUT, I truly can't let this experience pass since it involves food. My friend and I ordered the sweet potato fries, which were truly delicious, no complaints there. And the waitperson was inordinately helpful when it came time to choose our wine. We then ordered tuna salad nicoise and I took a few bites and each one was so fishy I finally stopped, looked at my unsuspecting dinner companion and said perhaps she should try the tuna on the salad. She did and looked at me in dismay. The tuna was truly not pleasant. At all. I NEVER send food back, but tuna, super rare, that's tastes not so yummy? Yeah, I can't eat that. The lovely waitperson asked if we wanted something else when we quietly told her the issue but we said, no, that was fine, just take off the tuna and give us back the salad. I mean, we had a SECOND sweet potato fry plate in front of us, so we were happy munching. We were then presented with new salads, sans tuna. I thanked the server, saying new salads really weren't necessary and she said that they had to do it that way. Okay. So we ate our salads and then ordered dessert to share (Meh, not very good flour-less chocolate cake, don't bother). My friend ordered a cup of java and then we received our check. Which had all but her cup of coffee on it, including the full price of our salads. Now, I know our wine was half price, but if we send back plates due to questionable fish, you would think one could perhaps offer dessert on the house? Perhaps the free cup of java was the gesture. Hm. No one, not any server, no one, ever said they were sorry the fish wasn't okay and that they still had to charge us. And to add insult to injury, my friend was never asked if she'd like something else, just me. So, poor thing, she would have liked some chicken tossed on there, but next thing we knew, they were back with the nicoise plate minus the tuna. A little shocking honestly. So, I guess that's my last trip there. I'll get a fab bottle of wine and go to a delightful BYOB place. We are ever so fortunate to have a plethora of them in Chicago. Good luck.....don't order the tuna....
(2)
Geoff J.

One of my favorite spots on Chicago. I've been in for breakfast, lunch and dinner. I love the breakfast selections plus the bottomless mimosas are a nice perk. This review is for dinner. We went here on Tuesday night for our anniversary. It so happened to be half price bottle wine night. Score! We tried the calamari for a starter. We also opted for fish n chips and the wild boar pasta. They were all excellent. There is also a guitar player on Tuesday nights.
(5)
nicole m.

Pretty bad service. Food was ok. Love the bottomless mimosa brunch ... but word of advice ... we are your customers ... don't be an asshole ... pay attention and do your job! If you don't like being in customer service ... work somewhere else ... like the weiner circle. 11am and you're grumpy? Stay home!
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Bob Z.

We took a chance on this restaurant in Edgewater. Most of the options in this area and north towards Loyola are OK, but not something to remember. This was an extraordinary experience. The food was exceptional. Everything we had was done perfectly and tasted wonderful. It is warm, inviting and the service staff (thanks Frankie) and hostesses are wonderful. We can't wait to get back.
(5)
Debra L.

It pains me to not be able to give a local place a better review. First of all, let me say that Matt, our server, was outstanding. I asked about vegan offerings and he discussed some options with the chef, then came back and explained how they can make some of the menu items vegan-friendly. He was awesome and attentive. Unfortunately, the food plays the staring role in a dining experience, and the food just wasn't very good. I had a black bean burger that looked so impressive. It was a mile-high burger topped with the usual fixings - fresh lettuce, tomato, and red onion. The issue was that it was mostly raw so it was this kind of luke-warm mushy bean paste. My friend, who is not vegan, had the Sheppard's Pie. She said it was just ok, and the carrots were raw. Not so good. We each had a couple of glasses of pinot noir that was soft and fruity and a good recommendation from Matt. Since it's a local establishment I'm willing to give it another try up the road. But not anytime soon.
(2)
Madeline S.

I'm really glad to see I'm not the only one who has given this place a less than stellar rating. It seems so popular I was wondering if it was just me? Met my friend on a Sunday at 1:00pm. Outdoor terrace was packed but my friend had already snagged a table. Incredibly rude guy on terrace refused to move even one centimeter for us to get by him to get to our table. Crazy rude. And I even said "exuse us please" and he did NOTHING. All he had to do was slide his chair a couple inches. But I digress. Waiter had a laid back "hey dude I'd rather be on my motorcycle" kind of attitude. Did only what he had to do. He knocked over a pitcher of mimosas at a table that hadn't been cleared and didn't hurry to clean up the mess. Forgot to bring extra sugar and extra napkins for my friend...pretty much ignored us even while having a long conversation with the next table (where the really rude guy was seated, go figure). But the f-o-o-d. OMG. It was awful. I got the Benny, poached eggs with smoked salmon over potato pancakes. God awful. How do you screw up poached eggs?! And the potato pancakes? Don't get me started. I literally couldn't eat them. Thick, semi cold, tasteless...pretty much disgusting. I could only eat the cucumbers on my plate. Even the salad was old and wilted. Now, you'd think maybe the waiter would have asked if we liked our food? Nope. Never once asked. Had to waive down a runner to ask for sugar, napkins and coffee refills, and a busboy to get my plate cleared away. Maybe I would have given them another star if they had offered me some dessert or something...ANYTHING...heck, breadsticks for goodness sake...but no. Just offered me the bill. And for the record, I left a decent tip only because I myself have worked in the food business and it sucks. But my revenge is this review. And double and triple shame on the owners. There's no way they don't know about this waiter. He told us he's been there four years.
(1)
Laura S.

What better way to spend a summertime, non-football Sunday than with bottomless mimosas? Well, you can add a breakfast pasta carbonara, or French toast with caramelized bananas and rum caramel syrup, to make it a real adventure. I should really wait until I'm closer to the weekend to write these reviews, because the idea of their brunch offerings is making me drool at my desk. Not exactly professional. You know who is a professional? Our server, Amber is always completely on top of her game, slinging mimosas left and right to a busy patio. (Note to ownership: bigger glasses would mean less running around for your staff. The ones you have now are teeny weeny!) Even when one moronic couple flipped over their entire table (seriously, who ties an Alaskan malamute to a flimsy patio table leg?), Amber didn't skip a beat. She's great, and I always hope to be seated in her section when I visit. I do have to ding some points for the hostess, a very snippy older woman whom I've encountered a few times. One Sunday I made reservations ahead of time with a note that we'd like to sit on the patio if possible. When we arrived, the patio was opened and seated with two tables, yet the hostess made an audible fuss about seating us there. And yes, I saw that eye roll, too. My friend and I are former industry, so we know how seating works; if it was an issue, she could have said something (politely) and we would have understood. But the attitude is neither warranted nor appreciated. That issue aside, I'm happy to continue giving Broadway Cellars my business, especially with such competent servers and a delicious brunch selection.
(4)
Laneka G.

my love of bottomless mimosas brought me here and I was not disappointed. I ordered the crab cakes which were really good, and like my girl sharee said the sauce is the bomb, i hate eggs and they were cool about letting me substitute things for the eggs one time i went with double potatoes the next time i went with a bagel and cream cheese. now back to the sauce. i put it on the crab cakes and the potatoes. great place for a lazy day drinking brunch, i love it!
(4)
Russell G.

Always great food and great service! Brunch is a good value with the unlimited mimosas! Recommend.
(5)
Melanie V.

Hmmmm, I'm not that impressed... The good: +Rogers Park location +Good for big groups, fam +Yummy pancakes + hard boiled egg option! +Not crowded on a Sunday...around 130pm! Nice! +Friendly servers + nice layout + $10 bottomless mimosas (Not that I took advantage of it.) The bad: +$2.50 for coffee +The biscuits and gravy were missing something. The gravy was bland and it failed when I put hot sauce on it. What? Yup. The good outweighs the bad, I suppose. Guess I need a round two?
(3)
Jeffrey K.

The fixed price menu has been switched to Wednesday. Thursday is prime rib night and nothing to do with BC's version just doesn't do anything for me generally. However, the food lately seems better than ever and has been perfectly prepared. And I recently went for brunch with friends and we had a blast and the food was equally good. If you haven't been, I strongly suggest checking out BC.
(4)
Emily T.

I was here on Sunday for a social brunch with a client of mine and his partner, and my cousin joined us as well. We had a really lovely time! I arrived before everyone else and the hostess took my coat for me as I sunk on the comfy couch to wait. When I inquired about the bottomless mimosas, the hostess offered to bring me one while I waited! VERY nice touch. This restaurant is charming and classy without being stuffy, and reasonably priced. I had the special corned beef hash, which I liked but didn't love. (underseasoned and the meat was at times too fatty) My companions had the pear and gorgonzola quiche (good, but also lacking flavor) the steak and eggs and salmon benny. Noone RAVED, but everyone did genuinely like their dish. Service was great- our waiter was really good about letting us linger a little (we came toward the end of the brunch rush, so I made sure we weren't squatting) and coming by to refill mimosas. There was one kind of annoying glitch- in an attempt to circumvent any awkwardness, (I was not expensing brunch- this was social in nature) and since I had arrived first, I asked the hostess to tell our waiter to pre-split our check into 2- one for me and cousin, one for client and partner. Great. At the end of the meal then, he came over and crouched down in between me and the client, and then proceeded to REALLY overexplain the split he did. Completely defeated the purpose. 1) I was trying to eliminate any potential awkwardness, and 2) I thought it would be seamless, rather than interrupting conversation to explain how to split the bill. But, no. We went through his big rigamarole to do... "Ok, well, since you asked to have it split, then I wanted to make sure I did it right, I put this on this, .......etc) Which is exactly the scene I was trying to avoid. Its a 4 top table, split in 2. It was pretty cut and dry. Ugggggggghhhhh....I'm just glad that my client is super cool and didn't bat an eye. So much for that idea. In either case, I will be back. Interesting menu choices, reasonably priced, totally homey decor, friendly people and in my hood!
(4)
Anna B.

Must have been a really off day for Broadway Cellars because it seems like most reviews are high for this place. Granted, Sunday is the day everyone wants to go out for brunch. There will be waiting at most places. My friends and I patiently waited for an hour, standing. Once we got seated the server disappeared, no coffee or drinks. It took her 15 minutes to take order for coffee and drinks. Took about 10 minutes for coffee to come and she said they were out of cream. Then she disappeared again for a good 15 minutes. When we ordered, we were told they were out of the wedge potatoes, so we could get fries with our eggs. She said they would not charge extra. I thought that was odd...It shouldn't even be a question. It took forever to get the food. Maybe 45 minutes? There was no refill on coffee or the bottomless mimosas. After cumbersome flagging, I was able to get one of the bus person to refill my coffee. The food came out and there was no silverware. I was very hungry by now. My friends got their dishes, mine was nowhere in sight. Then it comes out but it's the wrong thing. They took it back, then replaced it with the right one. Everyone's food was cold. The eggs were cold and congealed, the fries were cold. But I was so hungry that I ended up eating it. We have mentioned this to the server (tried to be nice about it) she comped our drinks, but was kind of put out by the whole thing. Seriously, how many things can go wrong with a brunch?
(1)
Dominic F.

I was so unfortunately disappointed by Broadway Cellars. I had been looking forward to trying it for dinner, but I left without ordering an entrees after the appetizers. The restaurant was largely empty and we were seated promptly. We ordered a bowl of soup and a prosciutto flatbread as appetizers. We were not served water until after our appetizers had arrived. The bean soup was not homemade and reached a level of limpness in vegetables and saltiness I've only encountered in canned soups. The flatbread was a sad frozen pizza with prosciutto on top. It was one of the worst experiences I've had in Chicago since moving here last year, but I'm still considering giving it a second shot. We'll see.
(1)
Annie G.

I arranged a large dinner with the extended family here (15 people ages 0-90) and everyone enjoyed it. Great food, great service (props to Anthony for being helpful, attentive, and patient with all ages and palates), and great wine! The food is simple and fresh with meats cooked perfectly. I was disappointed that no one had room for dessert. I have been here before and the bread pudding is to die for! The owner and manager were both very responsive and accommodating in making all of the arrangements for this special occasion.
(5)
Neline S.

I absolutely adore this place! My friend made reservations for Sunday at 12:30pm and we were able to have a table even though our 4th person was running late. During that time, we all indulged in unlimited mimosas ($10) or unlimited bloody marys ($10). Our friend was late by 30 minutes and during that time the mimosas and bloody marys flood freely as the waitstaff was super attentive. They made sure our glasses didn't stay empty for 5 minutes which can be trouble for someone like me who had about 3 mimosas within that time span that I had to get some coffee to slow myself down. Anyway, they have a whole range of brunch and lunch specials ranging from the typical eggs benedict, breakfast burritos to pulled pork sandwiches and fettuccine carbornara. I was really craving fettuccine carbornara and on top of that french fries with mayo. My friend ordered the french fries and mayo and we split that plate while I indulged in my pasta dish. Overall, the experience was great and would definitely come back for the bottomless mimosas again!
(4)
Gabriela J.

We had a great time. Good dinner. The Wings were really crispy yummy. I had the risotto and it was amazing .
(5)
Daphne L.

Dear Broadway Cellars: I heart you so very much for your yummy brunch and bottomless mimosas. I enjoy spending a LEISURELY Saturday or Sunday morning eating, talking, and taking in the cozy surroundings. And, I am so very happy for you that you had a huge brunch club group in yesterday afternoon. Who doesn't want a favorite spot to be successful? All that aside, what I didn't appreciate was being rushed thru what should have been a leisurely Sunday brunch, so that you had more tables to accommodate the ridiculously large brunch party that took over the entire restaurant. I don't begrudge you success, but, if the group is that large, maybe next time you should close for a private party, rather than making the other patrons feel like they're in the way.
(3)
Nikkie H.

To be completely upfront, I have deducted a star because they ran out of food. I looked at the menu the day before and was 100% committed to the biscuits and gravy. As I rode my bike there I was thinking about the biscuits and gravy, drooling ever so slightly in anticipation. Much to my chagrin, when I ordered the biscuits and gravy I was informed that they were out of them. UGH. Alrighty, I took a look at the menu and decided to go with the Grump Benedict. Partially because I was feeling grumpy and partially because I like crab cakes. After I placed my order, the server came out to inform my friends that they only had enough of the Buen Dia for one of them (they both ordered it.) Apparently they ran out of chorizo. I will give them credit for not charging one of them for their food because of the issue, so that was super nice. It just stinks a little when you have something specific in mind and it's not available. That being said, the Grump Benedict was fairly tasty. It was the first time I have eaten both benedicts and not been full. This is because it wasn't on an English muffin, only the poached egg over crab cake, which was perfect for me. The sauce was supposed to be a shrimp hollandaise, but it tasted like any other hollandaise I've ever had. Maybe they ran out of shrimp too... The Broadway potatoes were average - some pieces were a bit overcooked, others undercooked. Overall it was a decent enough place, but it didn't knock my socks off. There are a ton of great brunch spots around, so I can't say I am itching to go back any time soon. Unless I wanted to get the bottomless mimosas or Bloody Mary's, which I wouldn't, because I don't drink either.
(3)
Sara V.

After deciding that such a lovely summer evening deserved dinner on a patio, we strolled into Broadway Cellars...and right back out again. To the patio of course! Where I chose to sit on a bench, a decision that I was thankfully able to remedy (don't sit on the benches. Those things are UNcomfy). Excellent beer selection for a place that I had assumed would only have the basics. My burger was absolutely delicious and I am so glad I opted for sweet potato fries (next to my companion's regular ones it was just no contest). The service was excellent, if a little patchy, but we were one of only two tables on the patio so I forgive. When our server was there, he was lovely. I'll definitely be back for the patio over the summer.
(4)
Swoozie W.

I went here for the first time a few days ago with a group of people for their $5 burger day. I am a vegetarian, so I was pleasantly surprised that they have a veggie burger and they make it themselves, and not with soy! It was delicious. They also don't mind finicky people. One of the people in our group had all kinds of finicky requests and they were very patient. The interior of the place is nice, with soft lighting and brick walls. I thought it was a really nice relaxing atmosphere. I'll be back again.
(5)
Melanie S.

My superfly mom was celebrating her birthday and although I took her to a pre-birthday dinner at Mon Ami Gabi, I felt I owed her another dinner on her actual birthday. I'm a sweet daughter, after all, and I have to maintain my status as her second-favorite child. I picked Broadway Cellars after reading a lot of reviews, although most of the reviews from my peeps were for brunch, I felt like I gleaned enough from dinner reviews that I would like it, and my mom is decidedly unpicky and is just happy to be taken out. We arrived and the place was pretty empty for a Friday night, so we were given our choice of tables, which was nice. As per usual, I had studied the menu ahead of time and so many things sounded good that I knew I would have a tough time deciding ultimately what to order. First up though, was cocktails. I ordered something with Stoli Razberi, sparkling lemonade and raspberries, and mom ordered something with champagne, St Germain, and strawberries. The cocktails arrived and we were a tad crestfallen. My drink had no raspberries; instead it was garnished with a puny slice of strawberry perched woefully on the side of the glass. It was about a quarter of a strawberry, and mom's drink had the same garnish. Since the description of the cocktails boasted 'raspberries' and 'strawberries' (note: plural), was it wrong to assume that the drinks would have more than one pitiful little slice? That is one of my pet peeves about menu descriptions. For an appetizer, we decided to share the bruschetta, which was very good. It was five large pieces of grilled bread, topped with chunky fresh tomatoes, diced mozzarella, and basil. We both really enjoyed it. For my entrÃ©e, I went a tad out of the ordinary and ordered a Nueske ham, brie, and apple sandwich on toasted brioche and substituted sweet potato fries for regular. Mom ordered the gnocchi with asparagus, wild mushrooms and truffle oil. I was so glad she ordered this because this was my second choice and I knew she'd let me have as much as I wanted. We were really happy with our choices. My sandwich was salty, tart and creamy, and there was a nice cherry aioli on the sandwich that added a sweet and spicy component to it. And the accompanying sweet potato fries were delicious as well. I was able to taste the gnocchi and it was fantastic. I was happy they weren't too heavy-handed with the truffle oil as a little goes a long way. Our dessert selection was the puddin' flight which consisted of creme brulee, rice pudding, and chocolate pots de creme. This dessert was tailor made for me as these are some of my favorites of the dessert world. We were surprised at the size of these; since it was a flight, we expected smaller portions, but these seemed to be regulation sized, and priced at $7.95, this is quite the value. Of the three, I liked the pots de creme the best. It was creamy and rich, and just chocolatey enough. The rice pudding was somewhat of a travesty; it was soupy and bland. The creme brulee was decent, if a little too sweet for me. The only blight was the service, at least initially. Our server never asked if we wanted more cocktails and for at least half the time we were there, he would plunk down our food without any niceties, in fact, he barely spoke unless he had to. He just seemed downright annoyed at our presence. So much so, that it caused my usually uber- classy mother to wonder aloud whether he "had a fart lodged crosswise." As the evening wore on though, he perked up, so I won't hold a grudge. All in all, it was a 3.75 star meal, and I wouldn't hesitate to go back to Broadway Cellars for dinner, and will likely also give it a try for brunch too.
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Richie D.

Months of contemplating going up north to Broadway Cellars has surpassed and I almost stepped food in here for their Yelp Eats menu, but not until one weekend morning laying low did I finally made it in for brunch. After a night of wine and beer chugging, BC's bottomless mimosas is the perfect way to continue your weekend. But that's not it... Broadway Cellars offers classic breakfast items with gastronomical twists. Breakfast Pasta Carbonara Linguini; Chipotle BBQ Pulled Pork Benedict (The Ned Beatty); Lollipop Guild; and beyond. The owners Tom and Jeri originally worked as the general managers of Lincoln Park's RoseAngelis Trattoria until they decided to on the challenging of starting their own business. With RosaAngelis in mind, I knew I was in for something delicious. I was lucky enough to have stopped in on an Edgewater Third Saturday where BC took part in the event by having charming live music on the sidewalk. When I looked at the Brunch menu, my mouth salivated with a glance at every item. Yet, I couldn't help myself but to continue my search for Chicago's BEST homemade corned beef hash. "Pot roast-esque" chunks of corned beef, brussels sprouts, pumpkin cubes, a few onion bits, two runny poached eggs and a mustard seed dijon: Consider it SOLD (see a picture in the business images)! It's the perfect Fall brunch dish...and Selmarie's Cafe in Lincoln Square now has some competition. --- I enjoyed myself so much during brunch that I returned for their '$20 For 20 Wines' wine tasting Wednesday that same week. About every 6 weeks BC hosts an ever-changing wine tasting event. It was worth every cent! The interior reminds me of a perfect wine tasting venue with brick walls, high loft ceilings, and local art from one corner to the next. This evening happened to be a Zifandel and BBQ Fest. I was ecstatic to give it [along with my wine glass] a whirl. The Pure and Stoller hosts kept pouring and we rated and checked off each wine as we washed it down. The wines were accompanied by two covered tables supporting chipotle BBQ ribs, smoked salmon, caesar salad, veggies 'n dip, chewy chocolate cookies, chocolate dipped strawberries and more. They also allow you to sit on one of their two patios outside It was truly wine and dessert lovers delight! One downfall is depriving u Wine-Os from taking home our wine bottle requests. You have to wait until the next week for your order. Men, if you pay a visit, be careful: The male washroom is the left door unlike our "turn right" instinct tells us. Oh and Heather is the BEST waitress/bartender there! Tell her Richie sent you and she'll treat you well :).
(5)
Emann B.

What a great place in Edgewater. Nice large space, friendly service, and tasty food, generously portioned. Now I know where to go when I need a seriously satisfying dinner! Started off with the beet salad, which was large a enough for two and could have easily been a lunch entree. Could have used a tad more cheese though. The blackened tuna sandwich was HUGE, with thick rare slices of tuna, well seasoned but not overly spicy. The daikon slaw added a cool crunch, and the side of cole slaw and giant mound of fries rounded the plate off nicely. Had to skip dessert 'cuz I was so stuffed. Really want to go back to try the whole menu.
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Karisma E.

Hidden gem in the neighborhoood! Will be back for more! :-)
(5)
Sharee M.

I have been here three times now...and love it. That's within 2 weeks after finding this place around the corner. The first two times I went to BC, I ordered the crab cakes...the sauce makes the dish, MAN its yummy! The first night they had a three course special with dessert (which was great!) for about $28, not bad. The waiter was better than good and the place was jumping, but not crowded. Good atmosphere for a week day. The second time I was here was for the jazz on Tuesday nights. Food and service good again, but I was disappointed with the jazz. But hey, its free, so you can't beat free. Lastly, went there this past weekend for the brunch. GREAT! I had the bacon, eggs, and french toast. YUM! My boyfriend had the apple pancakes which he look like he enjoyed (you never know what men sometimes...). Overall, I was very happy with the very diverse bunch menu. However, this is really jumping and we barely got a table. There was not wait time as someone has just left, but still. Overall, good place for a 'something new' if you are in the area.
(5)
Daniel S.

The brioche french toast was enjoyable. Very sweet and flavorful. The breakfast burrito with brisket was huge and pretty good...a lot of food for brunch. This place was above average for brunch with good service.
(3)
Sean A.

I went here on Thursday night for their prefix meal and was very impressed. You really cannot go wrong with a three course meal with wine pairing for $30. The menu is rather long and extensive. There is a nice variety of options and it was easy to find things to try. I started with the mussels as an appetizer. I have to say this is the only reason this did not get a 5 star review. These mussels seemed a bit fishy and not as fresh as I would expect. Also the sauce was a little sour to me. I would not have this meal again. I had the salmon as a main course which was AMAZING. The fish was cooked perfectly, the veggies were crisp and yummy, and the sweet potato on the bottom made the meal perfect. My parents had the steaks and they were excellent, My mom's steak was originally under cooked and they re-fired the steak without hesitation or complaint. The cheese bacon butter ont he steaks was brilliant and the mashed potatoes were light fluffy and well flavored. For dessert we spilt the caramel bread pudding. One word - YUMMMMMM. Sweet delicious decadent YUM!!!! Overall the place is great, the drinks my parents had were excellent (so they said) and the wines I had paired with my dishes were excellent choices. A VERY excellent meal, the mussels were just a disappointment.
(4)
Tuyen T.

Great brunch place since it never gets busy and you can reservations! It's also great for conversation because you can hear people across the table. The food is great and reasonably priced for the massive amount of food you get. I got the Broadway burger with a fried egg. Yummy goodness. Yup that's all I have to say about this place... JUST KIDDING! Of course I must mention the $10 bottomless mimosas! At $6 per glass, it's a steal if you're gonna drink 2... or 3... or 8..
(4)
Charlie B.

I did brunch a few weeks ago and would give that 4 stars. Dinner last week was a solid 3 stars. It was great yummy food, and some of the dishes were just OK. But, the great part is that it is a crazy good deal! $30 bucks for 3 dishes from the menu with 3 wine paring tastes. That is one crazy awesome deal. Brunch bloody marys and mimosas rock! I will be back multiple times in the future if I can be!
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David R.

I finally tried the duck lasagna, and it was everything that I had hoped--and more. They served me an enormous portion, probably about five inches square and maybe three inches tall. I couldn't finish, and ended up parceling out slices to my tablemates. It's such a shame that I couldn't handle the whole thing, because it was really delicious (though I was happy to share). The duck was not at all oily or heavy, and all the ingredients were in perfect proportion, adding up to a savory fantasy come true. I wish that I could say the same for the rest of the meal, all of which was merely good or even just mediocre. The calamari appetizer was fairly standard, except for the accompanying slices of fried lemon (avoid eating these whole, trust me). Even more disappointing was my dessert flight of puddings--chocolate pot de creme, rice pudding, and creme brulee. They were all served cold, even the creme brulee, and only the chocolate pudding seemed to handle it well. In fact, that was by far the best of the trio (B+); the other two were both in the C/C+ range. My dessert experience was salvaged by a bite of my friend's bread pudding. (I'm a bread pudding connoisseur but chose the trio instead mostly for the rice pudding.) It was really, really, really good. I should have ordered that instead (sad face). We had a ten-person group and I felt that the service could have been more attentive. Our main server was pleasant but disappeared for long stretches. I know that it's not easy to deal with staggered arrivals and indecisive diners, but even after we were all there and had ordered, we felt ignored at times. I've been to Broadway Cellars six or seven times, and I still like the place in general, but they're far from perfect. I want to check out one of their weeknight specials sometime though.
(4)
Michael H.

Unbelievable dinner from end to end. Started at the bar with some specialty cocktails, all great. I had the AJs Orange Crush, sweet but not cloying. Matt was our server and he was a delight. Personable and funny, just a great guy with all the tools. He had the entire group laughing the whole time. We all ordered off the prix fix menu with wine pairings. I had the Scallops w Spinach and olive/bacon tapenade. Main course Meatloaf infused with bleu cheese, mashed potatoes and green beans. Fresh, delicious, fun. EXCELLENT. Desert consisted of the only carrot cake in my life I've truly enjoyed. I don't like carrot cake really, but you could tell this was made with love. Oh, didn't like beets before tonight either.....ya, I like em now (at this place at least). I haven't even mentioned the wine pairings.....spectacular! Highly recommend and we will be back. For reference, it was an early dinner (430-6p ish). If I could give SIX stars, this would be the place. Thanks for a great evening Broadway Cellars. Cheers!
(5)
Joe S.

get on the mailing list and enjoy the brunch, the wine paring dinner and ...the owners.. the food is very good and is a good price and..YOU GET A FULL PLATE.. quantity and quantity matter, this is Chicago.. we clean our own houses, and walk all over the city, and make love a lot and we need our nourishment .. its not a gorgeous restaurant and its not high end dinning.. its very good food and easy on the budget..it feels Chicago local ..friendly!! they do have a number of excellent items and good standards.. they also know good wine..they pride themselves on wine.. this place is perfect for family outing or w/ friends..I did not see any kids there
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Jillian M.

This place is just okay. I live down the block and that is the reason that I've been there twice, but each time was mediocre and if you don't live in the area, I wouldn't suggest traveling out of your neighborhood. The wine list is surprisingly small for a wine bar and the selection is nothing to be wowed by. The staff is not knowledgeable; each time I was there they could not recommend a wine based on our description and had to study for menu each time (two different waiters). They are also ALWAYS out of at least one bottle on wine that is on the menu. We went one Sunday and they were literally out of half of the menu. Why give us the menu, then? The staff also not really friendly and rather on the cold side; they rarely smile are truly disinterested in the fact that you are sitting in their section. I probably won't be back for a third time, which is unfortunate given its great location in Edgewater.
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Melissa F.

This might just be my favorite brunch spot in the city! Even if it winds up not being my favorite, this is a place I'd love to come again and again. The food is just amazing - well prepared, well priced, good quality ingredients throughout. I first came here in college - I noticed it had bottomless mimosas for $10 (where other places charge $15+)...and it was close to the El (Red line). The service was friendly and welcoming throughout, although whoever is in charge of seating for brunch, each time I've been there, has been slightly curt and overwhelmed. Still, the waiters and waitresses are always friendly and helpful. I forgot what I got the first time - some omelet (I know, helpful), but it was fantastic. My friend raved about her BBQ brisket breakfast burrito, so I got it another time. Wow. It was fantastic - the brisket, eggs, cheese, avocado, and pico de gallo all came together wonderfully. It was a bit messy, but I suppose not as messy as it could've been. The mimosas are good, though serving them in a pitcher takes away some of the fizziness. Still, $10. Whoa! Broadway Cellars is a fantastic brunch destination; I can't recommend it enough.
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Ana S.

Well I ended up going to Broadway Cellars after all lol. I always went to Moody's and for some reason never came here but glad I finally did. Very nice place,lofty with brick exposure which is cool. I had their Broadway Burger, I have to admit though it tasted a little like charcoal but I told them it had to be well done and I rather have that then raw bloody meat. I would like to come back for Brunch. On Tuesdays I guess they got Jazz night so I'd like to check that out next time. Outdoors for Moody's is the best because of their nice beer garden/patio but their indoors part is kinda grimy, Broadway Cellars is a great alternative when the patio is closed down for the winter months.
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Gore M.

For my money, Tom and Jerry have established one of the best restaurants in the city. The place is casual, inviting, and worthy of your money. Where do I start? From a great brunch to casual dining, from a great selection of wines and drinks, from great dinmner specials to wine tastings, youy are treated like family with the intimacy of coming home for dinner with every visit. Tom and Jerry are passionate in their ways to be creative in their meals and I have NEVER been disappointed with any choices.
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Matthew S.

Sunday Brunch. Where to go? So many choices! I decided on Broadway Cellars, because of the rave reviews given by other Yelpers. I admit, when other Yelpers get crazy about a place, I tend to be excited about it. I did have high expectations. Upon entering, I was asked if I had a reservation. I didn't. The hostess looked all around for a table, and I could clearly see at least 5 empty tables - but maybe they were for people who called ahead. Or not. They took my coat and hung it up by the front door. For free. I admit, I don't like hanging my jacket up in a place where anyone could snatch it up, but I did it anyway. I was seated about 2 minutes later on the far side of the establishment. The wait staff was SUPER friendly, and I had a glass of water in less than a minute, and after flipping my coffee cup, was treated to a strong cup of very black and tasty coffee. A very polite and well groomed waiter took our order. I opted for the Salmon Eggs Benedict over potato pancakes, with a caper hollandaise. My breakfast companion ordered the Eggs Benedict over Crab Cakes - and substituted the tomato cucumber salad for the potatoes. I was underwhelmed. The eggs were perfect, but served over a very small piece of salmon, and the ONE pancake was about the size of a half dollar. I am slim and delicate, but expected a bit more. The tomato cucumber salad was enough to feed a family of 4. My dining companion wished he had kept the potatoes, as we could have easily split the two side dishes...I strongly suggest you do this. The salad was totally yummy, it was just too much. He had the bottomless mimosa, and I had ONE Bloody Mary. I did miss having a stalk of celery in my drink - but I will say it was GOOOOOD! Just spicey enough, and very flavorful. I hate it when a drink is more memorable then the meal, but this was sadly the case. Sort of like going on a date, and the meal is more memorable than the dining companion. Or when you have on a cute outfit, but you know your undies are better than your tie and sweater. You just want to show them to everyone - only you can't because you'll get arrested for indecent exposure. And G-d knows, thats no fun. Being passed around the Cook County Jail SOUNDS fun, but really, its just humiliating. Plus, do you know how bad I look in an orange jump suit? Though, they will let you use your own handcuffs, so thats kind of nice. Overall, I'm giving BC 3 stars. It was A-OK. The service was good, the place was clean, and the crowd was entertaining. The Mens Room was also nice, though I was distressed to see they had a coffee table next to the toilet with magazines and newspapers. Somehow, I don't think of a brunch place as a spot to have a full colon evacuation with all the comforts of home. It was obviously good for groups (the restaurant, not the bathroom). I think y'all should check it out. It had a good vibe, and promises to become a neighborhood favourite.
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Ebs B.

1st: Never been for brunch, just came for dinner last night 2nd: My review - - Great salads - The tuna steak over penne pasta was poorly planned (should be a cream sauce instead of the tomato sauce) - Friendly staff and welcoming to all types of people - Empty on Sunday night, so easy to get a table for a large group - Condiments are served in the bottles (confused on if Broadway Cellars was trying to be upscale or more like a bar) - Lots of street (though metered) parking 3rd: Overall, it was okay. Will I be back to eat dinner there? Prob not, but I will be writing another review soon to try out their brunch...
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Keith W.

A friend and I had reservations and dined here on Christmas Eve. Were were greeted and seated immediately. The bus boy came with bread and water and then we waited. We waited a good 20 min. before I finally got up to head to the host and find out if we had a server. The host apologized and took our drink order and said there was a server mix up and then we waiting another 10min for our Server to acknowledge us (later I found out she is the head server). The waiting for the server seemed to be the theme of the evening as we waited 10 min for her to take our appetizer order, 15 min to get our our apps, and then another 20 for our dinner. The food good, more on the warm side then hot. Not once during appetizers or dinner were we asked how our food was and the restaurant was not that busy. There were 3 tables that were seated after us and they had drinks, food and were out the door before us. It took another 20 min to get our check. Were were there over two hours. I sent them a note about their service issue and to sum up the response I got from the owner, The owners took the night off and left the staff in charge. Poor excuse for poor service.
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Erin L.

Meh. That's my initial reaction to this place. Service was sooooo slow. We literally had to flag down our waitress every time we needed something. It was tiring. As for the food, it was ok. The best part was the one bite I got from my friends' bread budding dessert. The mahi mahi special was just mediocre. The rice was WAY undercooked and crunchy but the fish was nicely cooked and not dry at all. I tried a bite of husbands' salmon lentil dish and it was not good at all. Very bland and mushy. From the reviews, it seems like we should come back and try this place for brunch. I'd probably do that but I don't think I would go back for dinner again.
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Sarah S.

Wade was AWESOME and by far was the best experience of all the restaurants we visited in the Chicago area. Not only was HE spot on, but fun and food was perfect! We will definitely be back to visit Chicago and this will be on our list of where we have to go.
(5)
Melissa A.

This place is awesome! $10 unlimited mimosas!
(5)
Jeff R.

Great food. Attentive services. Wonderful overall. Highly recommend their brunch and $10 bottomless mimosas.
(5)
Marissa G.

This is a lovely brunch and dinner place in the 'hood. I've enjoyed their sliders, crab cakes, salads, and wine. The dining room and bar area are intimate and the service is always attentive. They have daily specials that keep the locals coming back, my favorite of which is $5 Burgers on Mondays. The juicy burgers come with the usual toppings and fries on the side, which can be substituted for a salad for no extra cost. On those days a Fat Tire is also $5, which is the perfect complement. Almost every month there is a wine tasting party. Check it out!
(4)
Todd G.

Broadway Cellars features white linen tablecloth service without being too formal or stuffy. They are great for brunch on the weekend or dinner any night of the week (try the pork chop in a light mustard sauce...excellent!). Their wine list is also top notch. I once hosted a surprise birthday brunch there and the staff and owner couldn't have been more accommodating. This is a wonderful alternative to going downtown for dinner.
(4)
Rowena L.

My roommates and I came here for brunch on my birthday. Two of us got the bottomless drinks (one got Bloody Mary's, the mimosas, so that we could switch off). The Bloody Mary's were not to our taste, but the mimosas were delicious. As far as keeping it topped off, the service was sometimes speedy while other times we had to ask repeatedly to get our drinks refilled. For food I got the Grump, which is their crab cake egg Benedict. And I was so disappointed. What I was presented with were sad little runts of crab cakes and eggs. In addition, the crab cakes were incredibly dry and not very good. The "Broadway potatoes" that came with it were also average. The same dish at Le Peep's is infinitely better. One of my roommates also ordered a dessert that we all shared - I believe it was some sort of apple crumble with ice cream. It was a little too sweet for me but still better than the food I'd actually had. Back to the service for a second: the waitress we had was depressed and grumpy. We felt bad for her and would say things to try to cheer her up....mostly because every time she came around to do something she'd mumble something about how her life sucks.....
(2)
Eric X.

Tuesday night half-off bottles of wine was great, and listening to live jazz by guitarist Andy Brown made it even sweeter. We had dinner, and the food was good and reasonably priced. A party of $3 and 2 bottles of wine for less than $100? I'll take it!
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Amanda B.

We usually have to wait about 15 minutes to be seated on a Sunday afternoon, but once you're seated, something about this place makes you want to spend the whole afternoon there. Perhaps it's be bottomless mimosas and bloody Marys? Nothing beats sitting outside during the summer and enjoying their brunch. I've liked most things on their breakfast menu. If it weren't for their runny scrambled eggs and watery coffee, this review would lend one more star. Other than that, this is one of our go-to, no-muss-no-fuss places for Sunday brunch.
(3)
Rhonda G.

Nothing cures a hangover like bottomless mimosas. either that or I just got drunk again and assumed I was just feeling better. Vicious cycle :) Great service, good food (those chicken sausages and herb dusted potatoes are awesome), great staff (talking to you Jose: very accommodating and on point with the service). No wait, just a few hours of brunching and gossiping. Loved it!
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Stephanie M.

really really good! the service there was great, and for brunch spot it wasn't overly crowded with drunk/hungover college kids. i enjoyed my brunch surrounded by families. the beatty eggs benedict was amazing! imagine a traditional eggs benedict. ok... this was a southern remake of the classic brunch item. jalapeno corn biscuits supported the pillar of smothered bbq pulled pork and poached egg. the whole thing was then anointed with a creamy hollandaise sauce. coupled with rosemary potatoes.. this dish was superb! i would definitely go back!
(4)
Andre W.

After months of putting off a visit to this grand ol place, my buddy Nick decided that it was my time to have some Broadway Cellars action in honor of our good pal Ralph. The staff accomodated our party of 13 especially our server Anthony, who was nothing short of spectacular. As Anthony noticed our glasses were half full, he was retuning with another full glass the next time around. Most of us ordered the $10 Bottomless Mimosa (the best mimosa deal I have run into) and someone went with the $15 mix/match bottomless mimosa/bloody mary deal. The mimosas were out of this world as after 10 I was in a great place. I ordered the French Toast which possibly could be the best I ever had. My lady had the breakfast pasta, which she could not finish, but I did later in the day (yum). BC has an outdoor seating area that I plan on using the next time I return, weather permitting at this point. Parking wasn't bad at all as it was enough places to park. The bathroom was cool as they had a picture of Dick Butkus and another of Alphonse Capone speaking with a ball player. BC is nothing but a yumfest (haha Nina L shout out) that I look forward to experiencng again! I hear the dinner here is great as well! 5 of them (stars) from the AW!!!!!
(5)
Helen C.

Corned beef hash every bit as good as my mind had imagined it, and I just have to post and update to say how great the service is here. We loitered for ages, got an extra mimosa and no disgruntled server, in fact, she took photos for us. Fab.
(5)
Robin W.

Only reason this is a 4 star review is that service, while friendly, was pretty darn slow. The service was easily forgotten as I began to drink my bottomless mimosas, three, four, five mimosas (only $10!) and once our food finally arrived! My friends and I went family-style on our brunch so we could try a bunch of things. We had the crabcake benedict, the salmon benedict and the banana caramel french toast. It all was soooo good. The decor is a little kitschy and I like it. I would definitely come back for bottomless mimosas, bloody Mary's or better yet both ($15 bottomless combo) or for dinner.
(4)
Ciel D.

Absolutely delicious food & great wine selections. The only reason it's 4 not 5 stars is that they (& me) can't seem to decide if they are "fancy" or not. Every time I go, there are people in jeans & t shirts, alongside those who've dressed up for a nice dinner date. It's strange. The prices and atmosphere suggest you should be dressed up a little, but the clientele seem addicted to denim & sneakers. That said the food is always good and there are always well-priced wine pairings and flights.
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Shakeia T.

I was in the group with Kristina D.! We had an amazing time. Lionel was friendly, fast, and he managed to keep up with the requests of SIX talking women! The restaurant was quite busy, but we honestly couldn't tell based on our service. Our food came pretty quickly and all 6 of us were served basically at the same time. Kudos! The food was delicious! I also tried a friend's steak from the steak and eggs and it was amazing! I also tried another friend's apple pancakes and they tasted like apple pie! Yummilicious! I highly recommend. And definitely spend the $10 and spring for bottomless mimosas/bloody marys. Well worth it! Looking forward to going back!
(5)
Frankie R.

Best neighborhood hangout in Edgewater!
(5)
Keith F.

One star for FOOD and One star for SERVICE. We were there this evening with a table of six and this was the worst restaurant experience I have had in long time. We arrived at 6:30PM and sat at the bar for a drink waiting for the rest of our party to arrive. The hostess with the long braid was completely weird and didn't know what to do with us without a reservation...there is a coat rack in the front that greets you which isn't very inviting and it was very hot in the restaurant. When we all got seated, it took our waiter forever to come over and offer the rest of the party a drink. The appetizers were good - a mix of the fried green tomatoes, mussels and calamari. The food is WAY OVER priced for what you get -- spaghetti and meatballs $16.00 and goes up from there just for pasta. That should be the cheapest thing on the menu! The 8 ounce filets come in two 4 ounce pieces for $19.00 which they might as well call "meatballs" on top of mushroom risotto and a demigaze since there is nothing "filet" aboout it - OVERCOOKED! (sent back twice!) The final "steak" came to the table after everyone else was done eating and they didn't apologize, didn't comp a meal or even a drink! The half chicken on top of potatoes and brussel sprouts was done pretty well for $17. The chicken pot pie is basiically two puff pastries on top of chicken stew. Charging downtown prices for medicore quality at best. Upon checkout, our waiter couldn't figure out how to split the bill in thirds and we waited 25 minutes for him to figure it out! Now for the topper! BOTH BATHROOMS were OUT OF SERVICE. Water spilling all over the floor and "out of service" signs on both the womens and mens bathrooms. We were there waiting to get out of there after 3 hours of delays of poor service and couldn't even use the bathroom (for which I will call the City of Chicago tomorrow to report!) $200 bill for a table of 6 with horrible service, no apologies, and bathrooms that didn't work.....UNACCEPTABLE! We were so upset when we left, we might as well stayed at home. We decided to go out and meet some friends so we didn't have to stay inside, but the stress would have been less and we would have saved some money had we not gone to Broadway Cellars at all! WE WILL NEVER GO BACK and I would recommend you STAY AWAY! Last night we were at a Lettuce Entertain You restaruant (L. Woods in Licnolnwood) and spent the same amount of money and came back with phenomenal service and food with a memorable experience so I know Broadway Cellars went wrong tonight and didn't even apologize.
(1)
FoodLover Z.

it's probably the worst brunch place i've ever been to. i had "the grump", which was egg benedicts on crab cakes, with spicy potatoes. the eggs weren't poached correctly and the crab cakes were absolutely awful. they were dry, rubbery with no hint of crab in them. the mimosa was ulta-watered down. i had the bottomless mimosa because the first glass was decent. but the refills hardly had any sparkling wine in it. i do not recommend this place.
(1)
Erika G.

Good place. Neighborhood-y, solid, reliable good food.. Not exceptional, but I'd go back just 'cos the vibe was so good. $9 wine flights! Good fish. I really liked the simple garden salad - it included a deviled egg! - I thought that was nice touch. Waiters were charming and cute - the outdoor area is very nice. It looked like there was sort of a semi-fun scene at the bar towards closing, I could see coming back to hang out at the bar. Or is that just the kind of chick that I am . . . worth a visit, definitely. Low key, reasonably priced . . . and they have a flight of PUDDINGS!
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Mary T.

Signs you may need a 12-step program or you're just at a Yelp brunch: * Your bottomless Sunday brunch lasts 12 hours and involves some bar hopping * Your party drinks so many mimosas they have to make an OJ run * You consider getting more food during the course of the day/night, but rather than disturb your drinking, you settle for a few Grape Heads (aka Alexander the Grape) instead; they're almost like food, no? * You're just as happy to see your eighth mimosa as your first, clapping giddily as it is put in front of you Not even sideways snow can deter hard core Yelpers from a bottomless brunch. Since I spent the better part of February sick I was ready to give my liver a workout, you know the equivalent of taking it out for a light jog. Since this was a Yelp brunch it was more the equivalent of signing my liver up for a half marathon! It didn't take long for me to opt in for the $10 bottomless mimosa package, the deal was sealed after my first sip of orange, bubbly goodness. Our server would've saved himself numerous trips to the bar if he had replaced our carafes of water with mimosas instead; we don't need no stinking water! Even though we probably ran him ragged I never went long without a fresh mimosa in my hand, what a superstar! The mimosas alone make this place worthy of 5 stars, but I was a bit disappointed by the food. I was torn between the french toast and the Plate O'Cakes, and ended up with the cakes and a side of potatoes. The hotcakes were served with apple-cinnamon butter and maple pecan syrup for only $5.95. My hotcakes were so-so, but my potatoes were the real letdown. The walnutty syrup came in a little fruit bowl, which was very awkward for pouring. The apple-cinnamon butter was hard, I think the dish would be more flavorful if the cakes had the apple cinnamon on top or inside of them; as a combo the butter was tough to spread and just didn't work with the dish. The potatoes were over-fried. Yes, there is such a thing, they were overly crispy on the outside and had no flavor. My only other complaint was the host/manager. We knew a lot of people wouldn't brave the weather for brunch, but when we outgrew our table we weren't allowed to merge the empty table next to us. Instead we fit about 16 people at a table meant for 12. There may have been a reason we couldn't have it, it just wasn't shared; fortunately, we didn't let it spoil the fun. Bottom line: The mimosas alone warrant a trip back; next time I will get the french toast instead, it looked amazing.
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Lawrence Y.

LOVE THIS PLACE. Came here on a dinner date last night and it happened to be their Pre Fixe menu night. For only $30 (including pairings with wine), I think it was well worth it and the portions were generous. (It was only $23 if you didn't want wine)... how can you beat that? I started off with the grilled asparagus app (came with avocado and diced peppers and cherry tomatoes) which was really good; paired with a white reisling I believe it was. I also tried a bite of the stuffed zucchini flowers, which came with a tangy asian sauce --- really good. For my entree I had the steak, which was a REALLY generous portion. Came with asparagus and fingerling potatoes, mmm, and paired with a red wine I can't remember the name of. For dessert, I had the chocolate gelato (three scoops) which was yummy. Also had some of the creme brulee, which was topped with very sweet strawberries. Paired with really good, sweet moscato. The service we had was friendly, attentive, and not too "on your case" about anything. I'd definitely want to come back here on a Thursday! And, I read on Tuesdays they have live jazz!
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Ryan L.

It's hard for me to go out on my birthday because i share it with that silly Valentine's Day. Usually it's pretty difficult to find a place to house my large family on that day, especially on a Saturday. So I was pleasantly surprised when we decided to come here for brunch at 1:30 on vday and it was pretty empty. Well, that might not be good for business, but as a customer I liked it. Maybe everybody hates vday now, good for me. I ordered the Broadway breakfast which is an all-encompassing grand slam breakfast of eggs, bacon, sausage, toast, and potatoes. The bacon and sausage were incredible. The bacon was just the right amount of crispiness mixed with awesome flavor. You guys can imagine what kind of bacon that is. The sausage was apple flavored chicken sausage i think, I ate it too fast to pay attention. One of the best sausages i've ever eaten (with respect to Doug Sohn, of course). The flavor of the sausage was out of this world. The only thing i didn't care for were the potatoes, which were just kind of bland and indifferent. I also tried the pancakes with apple cinnamon butter and maple pecan syrup. Quite delicious...just kind of small. The portions were kind of small so my only very minor complaint is that the portions were too small for me. I tend to eat alot, so i may end up spending like $40 here. If I could build my own meal here, I would have the pancakes, bacon, and sausage. That would be the greatest meal of all time. And then $10 bottomless mimosas? Wow, let's go get blitzed.
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Josh G.

This place gets my vote for the bacon alone. I LOVE the bacon. The service is always good. The food is always good. I generally go for the biscuits with extra gravy, a side or two of bacon, and a mimosa or two...or...whatever. :) I have only ever been for the Brunch. It's a good place to go on a date or with a group of friends.
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Angie M.

$10 bottomless mimosas. Is there really anything more to say? Walking into Broadway Cellars at noon on a Sunday, I was expecting a mob scene. Either the bottomless mimosa brunch is Edgewater's best kept secret or people just haven't caught on to the fabulousness that is Broadway Cellars. Either way, my party of five was seated promptly. On a Sunday. For brunch. With no reservations. Forgive me... I'm still in a state of disbelief. I come from the "Wait for at Least 30 Minutes to be Seated" school of Chicago brunching. Service is lovely. My girls and I received coffee on the quick and our first round of mimosas shortly thereafter. The second mimosa round came a bit slow, but once a smallish intervention was held, the champs was free-flowing. In case you're curious, a mimosa intervention goes something like this: We told our server, "You don't have to even ask if we want another round. If our glasses are half-empty, bring more. Just keep em coming." I'm sure you're curious about the food. All fine and dandy. I ordered the Broadway Breakfast. It's kind of like a Grand Slam... lots of eggs, meat (chicken sausage AND bacon!), potatoes (deliciously crunchy on the outside, tender on the inside) and toast. As an egg connoisseur, I do think the menu is a bit lacking. Especially in the omelet department. Doesn't every brunch place need to serve omelets? Fabulous brunching experience with a group of fabulous girlfriends. Can a girl ask for anything more?
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Lydia B.

I have been here twice and it was very good. I ordered the fish tacos which are a special they have in the summer and it was great. The second time I got the salmon which was also good. The first time we went the service was not so good. We were sitting there forever and wanted to order more drinks but the server never even came back once. The second time however the server was great. I like eating outside more in the summer time, however the inside was nice too, it was just lots of older people. I will definitely go back but most likely when I can eat outside. This is a great place in the neighborhood, I like it because I can walk there from my apartment. It's a great place to go on a date and has a wonderful wine list.
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Colleen C.

Kapow...5-star brunch up in here, friends! The seductress known as "bottomless mimosas" lured us in...$10. Bottomless. Mimosas. For $10!? Yes. And, strong, good, bubbly ones. New ones were whisked in before we even realized the last bubble had vanished. They do this special up right...no waiting for a refill for 20 minutes. Immediate gratification...tis how I like my brunch! On that note: NO WAIT. Seriously. None. Walked in around 1215 on Sunday, and were seated by a window. I almost hate to advertise the fact that this slammin' brunch with unlimited champagne has no wait. Sigh, but I will. See, this is how much I love you. Ambiance: just as I remembered! Warm, comfortable, cozy, clean, welcoming. The bathrooms are even great...and have an easy chair! I mean, just in case you needed to escape your family or a bad date or something for a bit...I guess ;) Service: Ridic good. Remember the fast and flowing mimosas? All attributed to our server...not only efficient and unobtrusive, but sweet AND good looking. Nice, indeed. Ok, so the food. Yes, quite stellar...I rarely have a problem with wanting many items on a brunch menu. I usually just "know." This was terribly difficult. French Toast? Pancakes? Three kinds of eggs benedict? Lox? Yes, I got the "Loaves & Fish" lox plate, which was absolutely beautiful, and quite tasty. My dining friend had The Grump eggs benedict with crab cakes and shrimp and she seemed to love it. I even got to steal a piece of her bacon, thick...juicy AND crispy, and almost candy-sweet. HEAVEN. The kicker that earns them the 5th star: Hot, fresh coffee...with my own carafe to do my own refills. Now, if they only had Splenda, I might just...I don't know. Be overcome with brunching bliss. Pretty damn close though. I think we've found our spot for the next Bottomless Brunch Crew, eh?
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Heather E.

Was at the New Year's Eve dinner last night and REALLY enjoyed every bite. The food was very flavorful and perfectly cooked. We got the wine pairings with the dinner and have found several that I'm now looking for online. Well done!! What a wonderful neighborhood place to dine!
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Shannon W.

We go all the time for brunch since it's in the neighborhood. Food is great, drinks are great, service is always kind of slow. That's about the only drawback. And sometimes the bloody mary's get a little too strong. But overall a great place for brunch on the weekends.
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Gary B.

We have been here for both brunch and dinner and were completely satisfied. The brunch menu has a variety of items from sweet to savory. I had the eggs with sausage, the sausage was made on site and had a nice kick to it. We recently went for dinner and really enjoyed ourselves. The place was crowded but they managed to seat us with out a reservation. We both started with the house salad which was a nice mix of greens and were dressed nicely. I had the steak with sweet potato fries and the steak came out a perfect med-rare. We were both very full so we did not venture into the desert section. The staff was very friendly and accommodating. The table next to us appeared to be doing a tasting menu with assorted wines which looked fun. We will be back.
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Tita P.

Good Food....Nice staff....Cozy environment AND $10 Bottomless mimosas!! I am a regular and when I say regular I mean my girls and I head to Broadway Cellars every other Saturday. I can always count on getting a little afternoon tipsy and a full belly. Who doesn't love that??
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Marie R.

I don't know why I waited so long to finally try this place. But, we made it ... better late than never! Okay, where do I start? $10 bottomless mimosas $10 bottomless bloody mary's Hallelujah. Why don't more establishments catch on to this brilliant idea?!? The food was so yummy. We had the breakfast BLT & the steak with eggs. Everything on the menu looked really good. Our server was great ... very attentive and helpful. We definitely plan to return for the pre fixe dinner with wine pairing.
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Lindsay S.

Okay, okay Lori L, I'll go to Broadway Cellars and have unlimited food and wine for $20! Sheesh! Calm down! Now I don't call her "Lori L." in person usually, and I also don't like to pass up a good deal. So after hearing about this 20 Wines for $20 brouhaha from Miz Lori, for, well, EVER, I finally made it! Totally worth the $20 too. Walk in, give nice lady your cash, get a wine glass and a sheet to write down which wines you'd like to buy. Or as we did, play Wine Bingo and mark off the wines you've tried! The wine pours were an ounce here and there and all tasty. Nice meeting people who know what they're talking about when it comes to wines too. The food was in abundance. I had a mushroom burger, bah mi sandwich, cheeses, grapes, crustinis, etc etc and it never seemed to run out. (And side note - I totally want the plates they had for future dinner parties. It held onto your wine glass for you while you browsed the food bar). It's a bit of a trek for me on any normal basis, but for this kind of a deal, I'll definitely come back for more!
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Stephanie Y.

$10 unlimited mimosas. WHAT! win. that's what! every time i go here, i have the same waitress. but i'm an ass and cannot think of her name to save my life. but i love her. because she pours those mimosas as fast as we drink them. sometimes, she even comes back to refill them before we're ready. this is why i love her. the food is surprisingly tasty as well! the broadway potatos are ALWAYS amazing. the brisket burrito is quite delicious as well. and the french toast with bananas and caramel make my mouth water.
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Benjamin G.

When this restaurant opened in 2006, the best thing it had going for it was that it was one of the few options around the neighborhood. At the time I went with my fiancee and we both thought the food and service were very good. A few years go by, and we returned last night only to be sadly disappointed. The food was just O.K. The bread was stale. The wine was mediocre at best, even though the waiter said it was good. That's the other thing: the whole night the waiter acted like he was doing us a favor every time he graced our table with his presence. The big news for this restaurant is that this time around there are many other options available in the neighborhood. They really need to re-assess and get their act together.
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Brian B.

Checked out Broadway Cellars a few weeks ago from a recommendation and what a great place, Food was superb and the bottomless bloody's were real good. Highly recommend this place!
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David G.

I'm not really a brunch kind of guy, but if you can show me a good reason why I should be, I will go. I'm also not much for drinking a lot of alcohol before noon, but if you can show me a bottomless mimosa that's worth the price, I think it's time for an intervention. The bottomless mimosa at Broadway Cellars pays for itself after the third one, which might be bad news because I'm going to stick around until brunch closes at 3:00 PM, probably drink 11 or 12 of them, maybe beg for one more after 3. They were pretty good, and they didn't skimp on the sparkling wine. The French toast was pretty good, too. Everything on the menu looked good, but I betrayed my usual breakfast fare of pancakes for the French toast. Four thick pieces of toast on a plate with whipped cream, complemented with an extra side of bacon. The service was pretty nice. We arrived around noon and the place wasn't busy at all. They didn't seem to care that we stuck around for a while to take advantage of the mimosa, and the waitress even chatted for a while since they weren't too busy. I'll have to come back one of these days. Maybe ask the pancakes for forgiveness.
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Alma V.

Had the Salmon Nicoise, it was decent. Salmon was a bit dry, but it was a nice size and nice greens and dressing. It wasn't the most amazing salad, but nice enough. Boyfriend had the carbonara breakfast pasta. Anything with that much cream tends to be pretty good, but it would have been better if a sunny-side up egg came on top of it. After it arrived we were told we could add one for another $1, but personally, Carbonara should already come with the egg on top. We were told the egg was mixed in..not impressed with that. The Bloody was cheap, but not that great, however the waitress did hook it up with the booze. Nice beer list, and nice atmosphere. There were other things on the menu we'd like to try. We'd go back. It's OK, not amazing.
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Rae D.

I really like going here for Sunday brunch. It's in my neighborhood which makes it convenient. I also like that there isn't a huge line to get into this place every Sunday like at other brunch places. I rarely have a reservation and have never had to wait longer than a few minutes. They have a great menu and the bottomless mimosas don't hurt either.
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Midge B.

Nice place for early Sunday brunch. We got a table immediately at 10:30, but the place filled up in no time. It appeared that the competent staff easily accommodated several large (6+) groups. Highly recommend the Quiche du Jour -- very generous serving. I appreciate that the richest dishes on the menu are complimented by a lightly dressed salad (e.g. quiche and Salmon Benny). I didn't have to take a carb-induced nap afterward. House-made apple cider served warm. On a crisp winter day, I recommend trying it w/ apple brandy;) Our table didn't try the bottomless mimosas this time, but many other diners seemed to enjoy theirs. Good mellow morning-blend coffee, but not a strong roast. I appreciate the coffee carafe on the table, which was refilled twice during our meal. That small detail made our meal all the more relaxed. Decor is warm and inviting. Lots of exposed brick. Bathrooms are cute and clean. The hand lotion adds a nice touch. Overall, brunch was good. Service was excellent. Our server, Wade, was very professional, attentive and friendly.
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Jodi D.

Came here as a fall-back when the place we planned to go to was closed, and I couldn't have been happier. As a veggie, I'm always a bit skeptical of pub-type menus, but was plesantly surprised with so many yummy sounding things to try. The fruit/yogurt/granola bowl was a nice size and very fresh; the salads all looked great and the quiche of the day (goat cheese, roasted red pepper and something else) sounded perfect... too bad I wasn't in the mood for something that heavy, or the granola would have been passed over in a heartbeat! Prices totally reasonable, server couldn't have been nicer. We were there early afternoon on a Saturday and it was almost empty; given the location it probably picks up closer to drinks and dinner hour.
(5)
Cody M.

Fantastic service. Cheap bottomless Bloody Marys and Mimosas. Delicious Food. Will definitely be here again.
(5)
Rebecca L.

The food was delicious! However, the service wasn't great. We were seated pretty promptly, and all seemed to be going well until the server decided it was time for us to leave. We were a table of 3 with a baby on a Sunday morning and there were plenty of open tables around us when suddenly our bill appeared. No "Can I get you ladies anything else" or "I'll leave this here, but please take your time". Just put it down and walked away. We eventually noticed that it was there and paid the bill. 10 minutes after she dropped our credit cards off she comes back and says, "You need to leave. I have a large party need this table. You can continue your conversation at the bar." And then she just walked away. No, I'm sorry. No, niceties at all. Just a curt message telling us to leave and try to find a seat at a bar that had no open tables. In all, the food was great. But, I don't ever want to go back. There's a nice way to ask people to abandon their table, but this wasn't it.
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art s.

After meaning to try Broadway Cellars for well over a year, my wife and I finally gave it a shot last Friday night. And it was great. The place has a nice vibe. Stylish but not stiff. The decor is cool and contemporary, but has something of a personal or DIY feel. I don't know exactly how to explain it, but it just didn't strike me as the rote implementation of a templatized corporate design or the pristine vision of some highly paid hotshot designer, but rather it's just the concept of the owners/management who may even have done it themselves and pulled off something pretty cool. (I could be totally wrong about this, but, for what it's worth, that's the impression I got.) Any slight imperfections kind of add to the charm. For example, it's hard to imagine an experienced design pro going with the unfinished wood wine racks in the back. The artwork on the wall also provides a nice local feel. Applying the local coffee shop aesthetic to a sophisticated yet comfortable dining experience. I suppose it has the risk of coming off as pretentious or contrived somehow, but both my wife and I felt like it worked. (Though, personally, I wouldn't be lining up to pay $425 for any of the pieces on display. That seems like a stretch. But then, I suppose having $50 price tags on them would run sort of counter to the semi-elegant vibe they are aiming for). The mood is set from the beginning with the table setting. Sometimes the little details are everything, eh? Here, the wine list is angled to reflect the votive light, the bread is warm and they set the oil and Parmesan dish up for you right off the bat. Voila. And the paper menu reinforces the casual, almost rustic kind of feel. The dishes may be sophisticated, but the atmosphere makes everything feel quite accessible. We opted for the "Let's Hop a Cab" wine flight, despite my aversion to the cutesy name. One from California, one from Chile and one from Australia. Three 3oz pours for $15 - not inexpensive, but decent value for the option to sample such a range by the glass. Our meal began with the crab cakes appetizer, which was excellent. It took a little while to come out, but once we dug in it was clear that the time was more a function of perhaps a 'slow food' approach than any kitchen dysfunction. The dish was hot and fresh, the taste and texture of the cakes was sublime and the sauce added just the right spicy notes. Some places try to wow you with crab cakes the size or your head and some maybe crank out so many of them that you can tell they were made assembly line style yesterday morning, and others use so much oil that you might enjoy the first bite but need an iron stomach to get beyond two. These felt and tasted like they were made on the spot just for us. Really, really good. For the main course, Judy ordered the seafood risotto and raved about it. Seriously, every other bite triggered a "this is so good". She can be an easy grader at times, but she knows her seafood and this was the most exuberant she's been about a dish in a while. I went with the Penne special of the night, which involved sausage and sweet peppers. The sauce was nice, the sausage was good, but the Penne were a little overdone. The taste overall carried the dish, but it could have been excellent were it a bit closer to al dente. Finally, though we were stuffed, our server got us to try the gelato. Apparently it's locally made by a woman in her kitchen, very Recipe for Success-like. It was good. I wouldn't say it was amazing, but it was definitely good. Of the three flavors we tried -- chocolate, graham cracker and cinnamon -- the cinnamon was the stand out. My wife was hoping for a bit more actual cracker in the graham cracker scoops and I agree it was maybe more subtle than it needed to be. But honestly, I was concentrating on the Selaks Ice Wine (just one of many nice postprandial options on their dessert menu) and the gelato was just an afterthought. See this reiview with photos @ foodcasserole.blogspot.câ€¦ Star scoring scale: 5 = Spectacular 4 = Better than average, really enjoyed it 3 = Average, don't regret it 2 = Disappointing 1 = Abysmal
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Nick G.

This place has amazing food and drinks! Always a good brunch place!
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Danielle C.

I needed to revise this review... after a few more visits here, I still find this place good, just not incredible. I am not a fan of the dinner menu. In fact, I have not found much that I like to eat. To drink- well, that is another story. Brunch is now served on Saturday and Sunday. I believe it is from @ 10:30-2. The drink special for this earned the fourth star-- $10 bottomless bloody marys $10 bottomless Mimosas! Good way to start your weekend day!! However, be warned. We were there today- my two friends and I were not dressed to the 9's, we never do for brunch. We sat in the bar and had a full view of both the coffee stand and the extra chairs. Not too thrilling. However, as I said, we were not dressed to mingle with the octogenarians who had just come from church. There was a jazz guitar player. He was good, but--- frankly a bit loud. Our goal was to be as far from him as possible so as not to incite the hangover monsters!! But again- the bottomless drinks earned the star!!
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Char Y.

Ok, the food was good, but not good enough for 3 1/2 hour dinner! We came for the yelp eats! event and I was excited about the duck lasagna. We had mussels - good beet salad - ok steak - VERY sweet, artificially sweet duck lasagna - good but super heavy pork chop - ok chocolate mouse - good carrot cake - very dry bread pudding - very good It is not the food that I am complaining about, it's the service. We saw our server literally 6 times during 3 1/2 hours. It took 1/2 hour to get entree, 1/2 hour to get dessert & 1/2 hour for the check. It was NOT that busy! I felt so sorry for the bus boys, because they are definitely more attentive than the waiter! However, I realized afterward that this is a common complaint amount my fellow yelpers. The service is horrible.
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Cicele B.

Bottomless Mimosas and Mary's...what more needs to be said? Lots of places advertise this, but more often than not they always cut you off. Not this little jewel of a place! Sunday Funday brunch with friends here, and boy was there fun! The service was awesome, our waiter was attentive (there were no bottoms found in our glasses). The food was also very good, especially because we enjoyed it on their patio. We all left full in more ways than one!
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Christopher M.

There are very few places left in the world that make you feel so welcome and at home not to mention feed you such amazing food. Brunch or dinner, either meal is worth it, so amazing. Almost every night has a special thats well worth it but you don't need a special to come here because their regular menu prices are extremely reasonable. Brunch was the meal that brought me into Broadway, its never failed to impress either. I've brought people in from out of town repeatedly and Broadway never fails to impress with service and food. The steak and eggs and Chop and eggs are both so amazing. Paired with bottomless mimosas or bloodies and you've got a great way to spend a few hours with friends any weekend. But make sure you ask what the specials are before you decide on something, they come up with some amazing things every weekend. Dinner is equally great though the atmosphere tends to be less fun and more romantic, not that there is a thing wrong with that. Their drinks are well mixed and you feel comfortable even on a busy night. They don't over-pack the place like some restaurants do. Want something simple, they have a great burger. Want something more complex, they have specials that will meet or beat even 5 star expectations and their menu has a solid selection of american and italian specialties and favorites. A great place for a quiet romantic dinner or a big celebration, either way, they'll deliver.
(5)
Patricia K.

I gathered a table of ten at Broadway Cellars for my birthday last weekend and as you can probably tell from the reviews below, the experienced was mixed. I happened to enjoy my steak entree but I know that several ordering the fish options were left a little unimpressed. For appetizers, we all quickly gobbled up the calamari and I thoroughly enjoyed my tomato basil soup. For dessert, I had the caramel apple bread pudding, which was pretty awesome... and not just because it came with candles and the inevitable "happy birthday" song. I did have a bite of my friend's crÃ¨me brÃ»lÃ©e as well. And while the taste is always a favorite of mine, I was pretty disappointed in how cold and stale it was. As for service, I know that others had issues getting their drink orders and the overall pace of the dinner was slow. However, three glasses of wine and nine guests to entertain at my table prevented me from actually realizing this fact in the moment. I must also note this was my second visit to Broadway Cellars. The first was two years ago and before even receiving our drink orders, I went into a full-blown gallbladder attack and retreated to the bathroom for the better part of an hour trying to recover. The reason I mention this is that my memory is of the staff, who were incredibly gracious throughout the ordeal. And after being forced to examine the bathroom while I regained my ability to stand up straight, I'm pleased to report it was very clean. :)
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Jeremy B.

A few previous posters mention the bottomless mimosas numerous times, so I won't go there....went here for bunch without reservations and the hostess told us it would be 20-30 minutes, so we opted to sit at the bar instead - what a great call we made! The bartender, despite being extremely busy shoveling out countless bloody's and mimosas was super friendly fun and attentive. The food was amazing. I had the biscuits and gravy and added 2 eggs, my partner had the crab cakes benedict and wouldn't shut up about them. Then I tried his breakfast potatoes and I wouldnt shut up about those. A lively crowd made the atmosphere fun - though I think it was the BOTTOMLESS MIMOSAS and BLOODY MARYS that really made the crowd fun.
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Jeffery S.

I should probably start with a bit of a disclaimer. Our trip to Broadway Cellars was an Excitations wedding gift from a few friends. ( excitations.com ) As a result, we received a bit of a special treatment from the staff. But during our evening there, we engaged in conversation with several other diners, who appeared to be receiving the same stellar service as my wife and I. The food was absolutely amazing. Our package included around 10 or 11 courses, served fine dining style. The chef came out and spoke to us about each dish, the inspiration behind it and the wine choice he decided to pair it with. My least favorite of all the courses was still something I wouldn't hesitate to order out somewhere else. The quality of the food was that good. If that type of dining is not your style, they have a regular menu that you can also order off of. With all the upscale eating we were doing, I was kind of surprised when our dining neighbors told us that they had the best burger in town! I haven't been able to substantiate that claim yet, but you know I'll be back to find out. The menu changes from time to time, so it's a destination that will have difficulty getting old. Their wine selection is impressive and will probably offer something for everyone. Unfortunately I can't discuss value, because as I previously stated, it was a gift and we didn't pay. I can only say that we will definitely be back and I don't anticipate being floored by the prices. The atmosphere is very cozy as well. A table of regulars sitting next to us offered to buy us a bottle of wine, but we had more than enough, so instead, we toasted some champagne together. Everyone was very friendly and inviting. It honestly felt like we stopped by someone's family dinner. The restaurant also has several social events on their calendar like half priced wine bottles, bottomless mimosas etc. I would recommend checking out their calendar on the website. All in all, this was a great experience. The husband and wife team are a perfect tandem as owner/operators. (She runs the front of the house while he handles the back.) They make you feel welcome. I'm looking forward to my next visit!
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Steven P.

Stopped into Broadway cellars this evening for the $5 burger special. We have been there numerous times for the burger special and other nights including brunch. Not quite sure what is going on but on one of the busier nights of the week, there was not enough staff. The burger was delicious, as usual, but really need to work on the service. We were seated by the host but given no menus. The server was also the bartender and it wasn't until he came to the table to ask for our drink order that he realized there were no menus. That was about a ten minute delay. Then when finished with our burgers our plates sat for over ten minutes while the food runner passed our table four times and didn't pick up our plates. With our wine empty we sat for another ten minutes before our server returned at which point we just asked for the check. Usually we would have ordered another drink. The table next to us had been waiting for fifteen minutes for their check and had to go up to the bar to remind the bartender. The food was great but really need to work on the service. We are glad to have tried it before a big brunch birthday planned in a couple of weeks so we can reschedule at another restaurant. Maybe a slower night is better to go.
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Hillary K.

I came here for dinner tonight with my dad. He's a big wine fan and so am I. We were impressed. The guests look like regulars and it was halfway full for a Saturday night at 7 pm. Not bad. The bread and olive oil with parmesean cheese they put on the table is delicious and fresh. We ordered our wine... I had abarino. Their wine prices are very fairly priced and pretty extensive list. Then onto our entrees. I had the linguine frutti di mare. MmMmMm it was so good! I love seafood and the shrimps, mussels and calamari were cooked perfectly and there was such a great combination of brandy sauce and noodles. I could only eat half of it so hello lunch tomorrow! Only thing is the ambiance is really lacking. The bar looked pretty cool when you first walked in but no one was sitting there. The dining room left little to the imagination. The bathroom was appalling... boxes lying around. Then there was the music. Why is Alex Chilton by the Replacements playing at a nice Italian and wine restaurant? For dinner at that! I mean, I like the song but it was really weird. The lighting was off too. I know I'm being nitpicky now so all around it's good food for a pretty good price considering the quality and quantity and the wine is equally excellent.
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Rene K.

I REALLY want to like this restaurant - but it disappoints every time. AMBIANCE Nice interior with exposed brick walls low lighitng and comfortable seating. WINE The name implies a substantial winelist which is not the case. Wines that we have sampled have been overpriced for the quality served. When going to a 'wine bar' we are looking to try new producers and styles of wine and the list left little opportunity for either. FOOD The menu descriptions sound great...but that is where it ends. We have sampled brunch, lunch, and dinner none of which have been memorable. The portions are large but the freshness and quality of ingredients are not on par with the price. On our latest trip we sampled the roasted beet salad with goat cheese. The beets had clearly come out of a can and the goat cheese added little flavor. To add insult to injury the tuna was overcooked in the salad nicoise. After three years and three attempts we are unlikely to return.
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Ed L.

A group of ten of us came here for a birthday dinner. It seemed as though our waitress was going to rely on the automatic group gratuity and not make a good effort to ensure we had what we needed. It took nearly thirty minutes to get our drink orders in. Another 30 after that, I had to flag her down for seconds. And to put in for an appetizer. And our main courses. I should not have needed to do that. The rest of the staff was very attentive. They have a good variety on their menu and the portions are a good size, although the lasagna is pretty large, I ordered the salmon with lentils. It was pretty average. I thought the lentils were a bit overpowering and the salmon was not very impressive. Overall, I'd give it 3 of 5. I may come back to try it again.
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Genevieve K.

Why did they allow me to make a 10:00 am reservation when they don't open until 10:30? I arrived here this morning promptly at 10 with husband, brother-in-law and father-in-law only to look like a crazy person. The in-laws had a flight to catch, so 10 am was when we needed to eat. Stressful: check. I called Broadway Cellars to try to figure out what went wrong. The woman who answered the phone grudgingly came to the door only to tell us that they don't open til 10:30 and then locked the door again, leaving us to hover on Broadway like hobos. No "Let me get you a cup of coffee." or "You're welcome to wait at the bar or an outside table until we open." SLAM! Door in the face. Too bad. Their loss. Guess I won't get to try their brunch after all.
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Kate P.

Since joining Yelp, I have read many a review on the topic of brunch. However, not ever having had a brunch experience myself, I didn't quite catch the concept and was left to ask, what's so great about brunch? Well I'm happy to announce that all changed yesterday when Kate W. and I decided to pay Broadway Cellars a visit. We entered the establishment around 1pm and the place was hopping. The hostess welcomed us and showed us to our seats after about ten minutes of waiting, which wasn't too bad. Our server was really great and told us about their specials of the day. I decided to go for their bottomless mimosa and breakfast burrito stuffed full of avocado, tomato, cheese, and chorizo. Plus, they had a sauce that added just a touch of spice and was served with flavorful potato wedges, which proved to be one of the most ultimate decadent treats I have allowed myself to splurge on in a long time. We left with our bellies full and me a little bit stumbly from those delicious mimosas. However, now that I understand what's so great about brunch, I'm hoping to imbibe more often.
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John B.

Four stars is a little high for Broadway Cellars. But after their bottomless mimosas, I'm a little high, so it all works out in the long run. Endless booze is the chicken soup of Yelp. It's good for what ails ya. But man does not live by booze alone. Shocking, I know. So it's nice that BC does a good little brunch. Eggs, French toast, some specialty benedicts -- crab cakes, pulled pork (!) -- even a kiddie plate that you don't have to be a kiddie to order. Their hash and eggs comes with a side of Brussels sprouts, so you can feel better about yourself. A selection of salads and sammies are also available, if you're not in the mood for breakfast. Service is generally good, though I have had to deal with some cranks. They keep the mimosas coming, which is always a good thing. The bathroom is always chilly -- at least in the colder months -- but clean. So they've got that going for them.
(4)
R P.

Excellent Salmon. Waiters are knowledgeable to make good suggestions for wine pairings with your dinner. Vegetarian options for my wife - she had butternut squash pasta, which was also incredibly delicious. When we were there for dinner last night, they also had a separate wine tasting event that I overheard happens every 4-6 weeks - $20 to sample 20 wines. I think a buffet dinner is included in that. I will be back.
(5)
Chitown D.

My sister and I went here yesterday after a yoga class for a drink and appetizer (I know, sad isn't it!). I've eaten in the restaurant about four times before, but we sat in the bar area for the first time. When we asked the server for a rum drink suggestion, he gave us the blankest stare I've ever seen. Eventually, he said he'd talk with the bartender. We ended up with Mai Tais, which were a C+/B-. We ordered the fried calamari, which was about the same. In all, it was over $30. I noticed two things for the first time: 1) a cozy little sitting space in the bar; and 2) disgusting bathrooms, which really surprised me as it wasn't even 5:00. It made me wonder how clean the kitchen is, but I tried not to think about it. Our experience is that dinner is better than brunch here. Like a few other places I've reviewed, Broadway Cellars could be better/tastier. But we do like a lot of the "specials," such as half-off wine night, the prix fixe menus, and it's within walking distance, which is a big plus.
(3)
Rob S.

Your service sucks ass. Seriously. The server visited our table, voluntarily, once and the place is EMPTY. We kept having to ask the bus boy to go find her. Unacceptable service for what I just paid for lunch.
(1)
Lauren H.

Before last night, I had only been here for brunch and bottomless mimosas a couple of times. For the brunch, I would have only given it three stars because I thought the food was only ok. However, I came here last night for the Oscar party, and it was $20 for wine tastings and food, and I thought it was a pretty good deal. I was happy to see they had Moet at one of the tables, though of course pours were small and I was going back every 2.5 minutes for another sip (but I can deal, it was good bubbly!). I didn't care that much for the hot food buffet (italian beef, ribs, chicken wings, and mac and cheese), but the cold buffet was quite good and included shrimp (with cocktail sauce and mustard sauce), tuna tartar with wasabi sauce on flatbread crackers, smoked salmon (and all the fixins such as capers, tomato, egg, onion) with some waffle type bread, hummus, baba ghanouj, tabouleh, pita, some kind of ham and apple pie, taro chips, apple strudel, and brownies. They gave prizes and service was friendly. My only gripe was that they stopped being so attentive later on and one person in our party waited forever at the bar to get our carafe of water replaced. But the tasting was such a great deal I am not really complaining. I definitely would go back for one of their tasting events.
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Jackie P.

I'm only going to say two words so listen up! BOTTOMLESS MIMOSAS! Okay I lied I'm going to say a little more. Lollipop Guild for $6.00. Eating and drinking all you want for $20 equals AMAZING! Our waiter was a real sweetheart and seemed to get a kick out of my mimosa drinking. At first glance the attendant at the front door was really nice until our group got bigger then she started taking tables away. I guess there was a disconnect but whatevs the food was amazing! I'm officially hooked on brunch and can't wait for the next event!
(4)
Anthony S.

My two friends have been telling me about this place for a long time, I even had met them here once before, but just for a drink. So when they suggested it again they picked me up and we headed up to Edgewater. There was a bit of commotion on our way up there, but eventually we found parking, sat right down and ordered some drinks. I wasn't particularly in the mood for wine so I stuck with water, but it seems that they have a nice selection of fairly inexpensive wines and you can do a flight if you wish. Our drinks (water included) arrived shortly afterwards, along with freshly baked bread, one loaf of italian white bread and another loaf of wheat, along with a combination of olive oil, spices and parmesan cheese for dipping. We also placed an order of mussels, which I was really apprehensive about, considering it's one of those dishes that you can really screw up, but I decided to take a gamble as the rest of my party was craving them. Thankfully it paid off, they were not too fishy, not too slimy, not too chewy, just perfect and in a really nice white wine sauce might I add. The menu here is not too extensive, so my choices were a little bit limited. Many of the pastas here are in cream sauces and I was in the mood for something less rich, more like a marinara or ragÃ¹, I ended up going with the Rigatoni Abruzzese. All I can say is !!!! BEWARE OF GARLIC !!!! When I took my first bite I could taste the overwhelming sensation of garlic (it's now nearly 12 hours later and I can still feel the lingering burn of it in my mouth). Now I do like garlic but I think whoever cooked this went a bit overboard, I think some garlic would suffice but literally the sausage, the tomatoes bits everything that made up the sauce had the taste of garlic overshadow its natural flavor. Still it was tasty, I pretty much finished the entire plate as I do love garlic, but this is not something I would order again unless they could go easy on the garlic. Overall, the bread (warm and freshly baked) was excellent, the mussels again excellent, the main course, WAY TOO MUCH GARLIC!!!!!!!!! However I plan on giving this place another shot for brunch and perhaps again for dinner, now that I know what to expect from their pastas.
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Callie C.

My absolute favorite neighborhood place for brunch. I love their breakfast burritos and endless supply of coffee. The service is friendly and efficient and the atmosphere is cozy and welcoming. Overall a fabulous place!
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Diana D.

I wanted to like this place. It might be that I ordered the wrong thing. I went for the Honey Brined Pork Chop n Eggs. The pork chop was pretty big, but really tough and dry. Maybe I'll go back and try something else, but with all the good brunch places it might take awhile.
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Kate S.

I like this place. I don't love it, but I like it. I think the beet salad is great, as are all of the desserts I've tried. I also really like the artichoke tart (I think the artichokes are canned, but they don't taste metallic, so that's good work on their part). Also, they have a little fried shrimp slider that is really great. Most of the other dishes I've tried though, have been good, but have had just one or two things wrong. For example, I got the butternut squash "bisque", which was more of a squash puree. It was decent, but very thick, and it could have used a good handful of black pepper or pecorino cheese or something to contrast. I had a calamari salad where the calamari tasted pretty fishy. The linguine in thyme cream sauce was good, but there were big inedible sprigs of thyme in the sauce. The leaves really should have been taken off the stems first. I also have a problem with the omissions on the menu. I was here yesterday with my sister who has a nut allergy. Her ribeye with Spanish tortilla and salsa verde had a romesco sauce (made with almonds) on top that was not on the menu. Romesco is thick, but there are no whole almonds, and if I hadn't suspected it was romesco, she could have eaten it and gotten very sick. The talapia I ate had pine nuts in the cous cous, and the apple bread pudding we got to share was covered in pecans. I know that when you have an allergy, it's useful to ask, but it's also really appreciated if all of the components of a dish are put on the menu. I also think they're quite slow. Last night, it took us nearly three hours to eat dinner, and not because we were particularly slow. There was at least a half an hour between when we ordered our dessert and coffee and when we received them. They also forgot one of our drinks earlier in the evening, and since the waiter was so absent, it also took a half hour to remedy. Overall, I do think Broadway Cellars is worth going to, especially if you're in the area. I like the atmosphere, I like the wine, and I like a lot of the dishes. I don't know that I'd go out of my way to come here though.
(3)
Laura W.

I was here for brunch on Superbowl Sunday. My friends frequent this place and rave, and I've read the great reviews on Yelp so I was excited to go. I was INSANELY pleased with the way they serve coffee. I was hungover as fuuuuuuu (friend's birthday the night before) and really, really needed it. You know when you tell a waiter you really, really need coffee and they leave you a teeny cup with some crap coffee and NEVER FILL IT BACK UP? (grumble grumble) Not here. They give you a carafe and it keeps the coffee toasty for a while so you aren't drinking lukewarm coffee once you're done with your first cup. A+ in coffee understanding and hangover empathy, my loves. I was in a pancake-y mood and ordered the Plate-O'-Cakes (a whole $6, ummmmmm I'll take it). The o'-cakes come with apple-cinnamon butter and fancy-schmass maple pecan syrup. So sweet, it was like eating dessert. Would I eat it again? Probably not. But for those fifteen minutes I was devouring that heaven on a plate? Pleurrrrrrrrh. I also ordered a side of bacon (delicious) and potatoes (ehhhh). The potatoes were way underseasoned, but a friend at the table recommended them based on the way they are normally seasoned so that may have been a one time fail. I can't commit to five stars because the service was a little slow (took about fifteen minutes to get our credit cards back and it wasn't busy)... and because I'm afraid of commitment.
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Fred E.

Came here for dinner with the wife before a show at the armory across the street on Thursday night. Had the fixed price menu with the wine pairing. The crab cake appetizer was ok, but nothing special. The bourbon-glazed salmon entree, however, was Fantastic! Also enjoyed the gelato for dessert. The wine pairings for each course were perfect, and a real bargain at just $3 per. Our waiter was knowledgeable, professional, and courteous. The atmosphere was casual, warm, and inviting. By the time we left the place was packed but we were still able to enjoy our conversation with the couple at the next table. Had one snag when a runner brought me my wife's gelato before she had finished her salmon. I gave it to her when she finished moments later, but then had to ask for my own. The waiter resolved this quickly and with no fuss. The food, the staff, the atmosphere, and the price will have us back!
(4)
Jill A.

Eh. Service was terribly slow at brunch. When I did get my food, my pancakes were burned and the potatoes were cut in huge chunks that made eating them a pain. Plus they had a strong aftertaste of the oil they were cooked in. Disappointing. This was my first time here. Maybe they are better for dinner.
(2)
Jazzy S.

So I took my cousin from NYC and my godson from Houston to the Cellars for their Thrusday night Prime Rib dinner ($18.00) and some dirty martinis. Well we were full, toasted and happy when we left! I will keep coming back!
(4)
Michael B.

Let's review, shall we? This place is awesome. Anyone who is complaining had a random occurrence of a bad time. Amazing food. Seriously. Get the pork chop. If you don't like mustard (like me), get some sort of awesome pasta. I got the special: gnocchi with blue cheese sauce and asparagus and mushrooms. How good does that sound! Seriously go here. Service was impeccable. Just the right amount of service complemented this meal. Here's a little clue for anyone who goes on a relatively dead night and your server is leaving you alone: HE'S DOING YOU A FAVOR. My server realized I didn't want to be bugged because he had nothing better to do. If I needed something, he'd be able to figure it out. Also, did I mention half price bottles of wine on Tuesdays? Oh wait. It's Tuesday! Perfect. Go.
(5)
Stephen F.

This is the ideal local restaurant. Great brunch with endless mimosas! Bar area if you want to catch the game while you eat. Well thought out dinner menu with good and not too expensive wine selection - very good beer selection considering they don't carry a ton (Magners Irish Cider a big plus). Nice outdoor area for summer time lounging. But the thing that puts this place over the top is the staff you always feel welcome, yes they remember your name but also your favorite drink. Love this place.
(5)
Shalini T.

Decent Food, but service - not so hot. A bunch of girlfriends and I visited for Sunday Brunch. We had a reservation, so we were seated immediately, even though a couple of members of our party were running a bit late - great start! Unfortunately, from there, our service was spotty at best. Any time we wanted anything, from ordering to drink refills to getting our check, we had to flag our waitress down, and then wait an additional 10 minutes for her to finish whatever she was up to before she'd come by. Bottomless bloody mary's and mimosa's are really only bottomless if you can get someone's attention to get refills. It didn't seem to be THAT crowded, so I'm not sure why our server was so inattentive. Four members of our party order toast to go with their meals, which didn't arrive with our meals, which were brought out by a busser. When he asked if we had everything, 1 person mentioned the toast and he ran off to grab it, without checking if the rest of the table needed anything. When he returned, he had to turn right back around and grab the other 3 orders of toast - and remarked rather sharply "well, these weren't on your ticket!" - funny though they seemed to be listed on our ticket at the end. The food was decent - I had a pulled pork benny, which was served over jalapeno cornbread. The cornbread was tasty, and the eggs were poached perfectly, which made up for the fact the pulled pork had no smoke flavor to speak of. Probably won't order that again, but would like to try other stuff on the menu!
(3)
Audra C.

My fella and I have been here so many times, and yet I haven't written a review yet, which is a shame! Last Sunday we decided to go there on a whim, and were suprised to find the doors locked! No worries-- we just got there earlier than they opened. They happily let us wait in the restaurant, so we wouldn't get cold. A few moments later they sat us and got our drinks-- it was lovely because we were able to sit and relax while we waited for the kitchen to open. If you only go for one reason, go for the best breakfast potatoes in the city! Perfectly crispy, with a hint of rosemary... Seriously, delish! A lovely place!
(5)
Minna A.

DUCK LASAGNA.... It's so good. Rosemary infused, slowly braised, layers upon layers of cheese and noodle ... yea, those are the kind of words I like hearing when ordering a dish. Err... not much help from our waiter when it came to choosing a bottle of wine, which I think is enough cause for the minus 2 stars, ESPECIALLY since the place has CELLARS in it's name. Otherwise, great atmosphere and a hearty meal!
(3)
Jamie R.

I've been here twice now, for dinner both times. They have a nice selection of options, and all of it is really reasonably priced. I got the ham and brie sandwich the first time, which was excellent and also giant (I needed a box, no way I could finish it). The second time I got a hamburger, which was admittedly just a hamburger, but a really good one. Next time I'm going for the crab cakes appetizer and the butternut squash ravioli, which sounds incredible. Don't forget dessert- both times I split the pudding dessert with my boyfriend. It comes with three little pots: creme brulee, rice pudding with raisins, and chocolate. AMAZING.
(4)
Stef F.

Headed here for a birthday recently, which is typically a bad idea in general if there's more than 6 people at the table. This time it was a bad idea. Shucks. While everyone was friendly... It took us 3 hours to get in and out of this place. It was kind of frustrating to only see the waiter a handful of times. Like the gratuity was a given, and decent service was not. The stars are for the food itself. The prices were great for the type of food we received. However, I found my food special, which was linguine with shrimp in a pesto type sauce to be ok at best. I was underwhelmed. However, in general, everyone seemed to enjoy their meals. The bread basket was wonderful and thank god as it was the only food that entered my poor belly for the first hour we were there. It definitely seems like an older crowd. But the ambiance is friendly and inviting. I was kind of surprised at how empty the restaurant was on a Saturday night. It was only maybe half full. Seems like you could come here without a reservation and be fine...
(3)
J H.

This is the quintessential neighborhood place. The food is always solid, the service is friendly and the atmosphere is cozy and relaxed. It is out "go-to" place.
(5)
Kat S.

its really a 4.5. i am obsessed with Broadway Cellars. It is our go-to brunch spot. I'm sure no one there feels the same about us. we tend to be the loudest people in the restaurant- i blame the vibe this place gives off. its very comfortable and welcoming. My goal is to try something different off the brunch menu every time we go in but I tend to cave and go for the the cure (biscuits and gravy) or the breakfast carbonara pasta. I've also had a bite of the breakfast brisket burrito which is very tasty- be warned, it is a lot of BBQ sauce to handle before noon.... or after a night of drinking. also- they call this the special but its been the same special every saturday/sunday we've gone there since march. Service for the most part is great. We've only had one experience where the staff was slow but generally they are very friendly
(4)
Ger S.

We seem to keep going for 5$ burger night (Monday). I guess because the burgers are so good and the price is right. The burgers come with a selection of cheeses (gorgonzola, cheddar, swiss, provolone, habanero jack). They are always delivered cooked perfectly to the temperature requested. Choose regular fries or sweet potato fries. 5 bucks! You can't beat the price. $5 Fat Tires, too. We have been to the restaurant on several other occasions and have tried many of the other dishes on the menu. They have never disappointed.
(4)
Stacey M.

Whoooo Hoooo! Yes, yes, yes..I should've written a review long ago of...well, anything. But here I am, my first review, my first 5 star rating! This was highly recommended by a friend and fellow yelper for their bottomless $10 mimosas, and i can tell you they lived up to the hype! Not only did they take our party of 12 (with a reservation) at high noon, a few of us that were early got started on our mimosas at the bar! We sat down, and Austin, or wonderful waiter came by. I told him right off the bat that as soon as our glasses got about 1/2 empty (or were 1/2 full, depending how you look at things :) )...to please, no questions, keep em coming...and his tip would surely reflect that! Money talks baby, this kid rocked! Though he was shy (or perhaps our group scared him? & looked barely old enough to be serving alcohol, he was not shy about the flow of the mimosas to our table. It soon turned into a mimosa contest at our table, and we all know who the true winner was :) The food, i've got to mention - is phenomenal! I had the same thing i had my first time there..I just can't get enough. Our whole table was raving about their food. yay. Had a great time there for Helen's birthday, and a great time with some fellow Yelpers! Go check this place out! (they do have bottomless bloody marys, too, for $10. Though it's $15 if you want to mix, which doesn't make sense, but oh well!)
(5)
Andrea R.

oooooowwwwww- my tummy hurts! It hurts because I'm really full from eating way too much good food at Broadway Cellars tonight. I pigged out on my very romantic date with fellow yelpers Rob L and Elizabeth N. Apparently Thursday nights at Broadway Cellars is the best deal in town- who knew? 3 courses paired with wines for just $25...I used to think the prix fixe at Marche was the best deal in town, but that one doesn't include wine pairings! As for what I pigged out on...started with the cesar salad, which was very good despite the anchovy they placed on top of it- ick! For my main entree I had the soy glazed salmon...I can be picky when it comes to salmon, but this one was cooked to perfection! After I cleaned my plate of salmon it was probably time to stop eating since I was feeling very full, but wait...the 3rd course had not yet arrived! Being the smarties that we are we decided to get 3 different desserts and share them all- chocolate brownie with gelato and caramel, the creme brulee, and the chocolate mousse. All were fabulous, but if i had to pick just 1 next time it would be the chocolate brownie with gelato and caramel drizzled on it...come to think of it I could probably go for another one of those right now! They also did an excellent job with the wine pairings...the pinot grigio that came with my cesar salad was my favorite! I love the quaint, comfortable atmosphere filled with lots of neighborhood locals. Restaurants like this remind me that I need to leave my downtown Chicago bubble more often! My one complaint is that the service was a bit slow, but then again that just gave me more time to chat with my hot dates!
(4)
Alec S.

This my favorite restaurant ever! We have been eating since it opened about 3 years ago, and I've never had a dissappointing experience. Furthermore, they were extremely helpful and sincerely excited when I planned my marriage proposal in the restaurant. It is especially because of that that we will never forget this place. The food, service, and atmosphere are all exellent! The value can't be beat. My last experience included their veal special with saffron risotto, which was incredible! Everyone needs to try this magical place.
(5)
Erin H.

My friend suggested we come here for $5 burgers and Fat Tires on Mondays. I lived around the corner from this place for about 5 years, but for some reason never tried it, so I was excited to check it out. We were seated immediately and placed our drink orders. Our waiter was attentive and friendly. We had some calamari for an appetizer, and it was fantastic - not rubbery at all. I ordered an Egg Harbor burger with sweet potato fries for an extra $2 - still a really great deal on really good food! There was some cool art on the walls as well, which is a bonus. I'm kicking myself for not going to this place while I still lived in the area. I will definitely come back when I'm in town for another visit.
(4)
Rafael C.

I missed out at a bottomless brunch a few months back and thus I had some catching up to do. That I did and boy I sure hit the ground running with 2 Mimosas right from the start. The young chap that I came with kept in step with 2 Bloody Mary drinks. Either drink is bottomless for $10 dollars and they weren't watered down. I still haven't figured out why they charge $15 if you mix and match since they cost the same separately! I did order some food for brunch but honestly I can't remember it too much as 9 Mimosas did its toll on me. I believe I got the Broadway Breakfast on the menu and I did finish it off so it must of been decent I suppose. No matter what state I left Broadway Cellars, I definitely got my money's worth. The drinks were good as was the service and I do remember no waiting which is a bonus these days on the weekend!
(4)
Nick B.

Hands down one of the best brunch experiences I've had in the city in a long time. I woke up yesterday morning craving not pancakes or French toast, but a mimosa. Broadway Cellars went an extra step and offered bottomless mimosas for $10. TEN DOLLARS. How could I have passed? It was a perfect fall day yesterday but I was a little nervous arriving because it was already 1:30 in the afternoon. The place was probably going to be overflowing with day drinkers such as myself. Wrong! We walked in and were seated in a cozy corner by the window. There were plenty of people in the restaurant, but just enough to feel comfortable and not stare angrily and yuppie babies. Cut to the chase, my guest and I ordered the mimosas. Pretty slick I must add! I went with the daily special of some Fall concoction that was an apple cinnamon pancake with gelato on top. WOW. I gobbled the plate clean. My friend had a little bit of everything and I tried their awesome potatoes. GO. While I do enjoy waiting in obnoxiously long lines for overpriced scrambled eggs on a good weekend, Broadway Cellars is an absolute gem on the North side of the city.
(5)
Melanie R.

Been here twice. Food is great, service is mediocre at best. I can handle having to flag down the waitress every time I need her, but on both visits we were pressed to leave before we were ready. Today they actually asked us to leave so they could have the table. They did this less than 5 minutes after paying the $270 check - there were 10 of us. Not a way to make someone feel like a valued customer. Probably won't go back. There are plenty of great restaurants in this great city who would like us to be there!
(3)
Liz C.

My fiance and I live really close to this place, so we're always walking by and taking note of the specials they have prominently posted in the window. $5 burgers on Mondays? Yes, please! It turns out these burgers are not just great-tasting, but very generously sized - larger than either of us can comfortably eat in a sitting. We discovered this the first time we visited. Since then, we've made it a pretty regular weekly routine, strolling over from our place to Broadway Cellars, splitting a burger and a 22 oz Fat Tire between the two of us, and taking in the quiet Monday-night ambiance... of course, because we are decent people and not new to this world, we always tip our server as though we had ordered two entrees at regular price. We figure they deserve it, having been unlucky enough to work a Monday as it is! Which is why I am so disappointed to have been told tonight that they are about to implement a "surcharge" for sharing $5 burgers. I'm familiar with the concept: a restaurant charges entree-sharing customers a bit extra, in order to recoup some of the lost profits from customers who would otherwise be sitting at that table ordering their own entrees. But the thing is... no one else *would* be sitting at our table, in this case. Broadway Cellars is almost completely empty on Mondays. There are more available tables than occupied ones. As for us, we're only there for the special, and would be eating at home otherwise. What's more, Broadway Cellars has a bar - where plenty of customers don't order food at all. Clearly, there's no surcharge for these customers... and there would be no surcharge if just one of us came in and ordered a burger and a beer, then wrapped up half of it to take home later. So what gives, Broadway Cellars? Why do you want to penalize us for making the most of the special that drew us to you in the first place? Is it the extra plate? The extra glass of water? Or do you actually have a line of people out the door waiting anxiously to sit at our table and order two burgers when we decide to take our business elsewhere on Monday nights? Because it kind of seems like you don't. In fact, it kind of seems like this new policy was invented out of spite alone. We thought it would be nice to bring our business to a local establishment once a week, while getting a great deal in the process... and we were mindful of not letting that great deal get in the way of appropriate compensation for the staff. But we didn't sign up for a spiteful relationship with our neighborhood bistro. So thanks for the good times while they lasted, Broadway Cellars... and good luck getting "better" customers.
(1)
Kate W.

Brunch is my favorite meal. Until recently I didn't think brunch could get any better. I was wrong. Broadway Cellars has $10 bottomless mimosas. That's right, bottomless. Made with fresh orange juice no less. They make a great mimosa. As if the beverages weren't delicious by themselves the food is spectacular too. I had some corned beef hash which was made with brussels sprouts. I've never had brussels sprout before, but since cabbage is tasty I wasn't worried. It was wonderful. They also have a carbonara that I'm told was amazing, as was one of their versions of eggs benedict. Only brunch can bring together eggs, cornbread, pulled pork and hollandaise sauce. They also let us stay well past we were done eating, although at that point the mimosas did stop. Still, we weren't rushed out which was nice. They have a great brunch here, and I will definitely be back.
(5)
Faith F.

This place is delicious! The food is so amazing that when I leave I feel like I need to be carted out. The food even tastes good when I order carry out, which we all know is taking a risk with most places. I love the many wines available and that they have half bottles, which is perfect for those who want to share a bottle but know that they won't be able to finish it off. As for the servers, they are all amazing, but definitely try to get Anthony if you are there - he is my favorite server! The dress attire is whatever you want. I have been there dressed in jeans and flip flops one time and then with heels and a dress on the next, it is whatever you want, though I recommend wearing the casual attire if you are sitting outside.
(5)
Meghan G.

Went with Yelper Matt G. for my bday this Monday and we were unexpectedly and very pleasantly surprised!! We got the $5 Fat Tire (22oz!!) and the $6 Egg Harbor burger (Monday special). My burger and egg were cooked perfectly, and the meal was so huge that (combined with the beer) i only ate about half. But it was a delicious half! The restaurant is much bigger and nicer than I had imagined- it would be a great place for groups. We wore jeans and felt comfortable, however one could certainly dress up here. While we "just" ordered burgers, the menu looked fantastic and the wine list was great. We'll definitely be back- I can't wait to try the brunch!
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April D.

Had a really nice impromptu Easter Sunday brunch! No reservation but they worked us in quickly on the outside patio. Service was friendly and attentive. So many choices on the menu and great suggestions from Lionel (our server). I had the pork chop and eggs. A combo I would have never thought of but delicious and well cooked!
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Liz K.

Brunch is a fierce institution in Chicago and Broadway Cellars does a good job contending with all the competition. We came for the 10 dollar bottomless mimosas, which we (three of us) each had about 7 of and we all enjoyed. I had the Ned Beatty which is an eggs benedict dish that uses jalapeno corn bread and bbq pulled pork. I actually really enjoyed it and the spice was great for brunch. This came with potatoes which had rosemary and were delicious! Pricing is fairly decent for brunch, I spent about 20 dollars total and our waitress was really nice.
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Sarah B.

I've only been once but it was good enough to make me think about going back soon. The thing that sets Broadway Cellars apart is it's fixed price menu on Thursdays: $23 for three courses AND for $30 you get wine pairings with each course! Yes, a prix fixe wine pairing for is only SEVEN DOLLARS. That alone is worth a trip. The food was decent but not really memorable. Tasty but not gush-worthy. Service was great--and, weirdly, no line, no waiting on the Thursday I visited.
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Kristina D.

This was an easy spot to get to right off of the Thorndale Red Line stop. Since our party had a reservation, I was seated right away even though I was the first one to arrive. Our server, Lionel, was fantastic; he managed to keep up with all six of our bottomless mimosa drinking. I had the Lollipop Guild which was indeed tiny. Lilliputian. One piece of bacon (delicious), one egg scrambled (tasty) and two mini pancakes. For me, the perfect serving size. I also got a bite of someone's steak from their steak and eggs breakfast and that was fantastic. The atmosphere was busy but friendly and everyone seemed to be having a good time. Mimosas abound. My only critique was that the hostess, who was very nice, seemed to be a little harried and confused but then again, it was prime time for brunch. I recommend, especially for the bottomless mimosa brunch.
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Sarah B.

Round Two of Bottomless Brunch went off without a hitch today at BC. Well, that isn't so true. There were a couple of hitches, snow being the main one. I woke today with visions of champagne dancing in my head only to look out the window to see swirls of blowing snow. But, snow be damned, I was gonna have brunch with some Yelpers. We had a decent turn out even with the snow and I have to thank those who did come for doing so. It wasn't easy to get to Broadway Cellars for some of us, but the call of bottomless mimosas was strong and they came. Our server was cool and handled our big table with ease. He kept the drinks coming, and coming, and coming, and....... :) The food was really yummy, too. I had the french toast which was covered with berries and a cinnamon whipped cream..sinful. I spied some things in front of my companions that I would have liked to have ordered, so a return trip is at hand. Thanks, Broadway Cellars! You have some happy Yelpers.
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Elizabeth H.

Love this spot. I won't provide a dissertation stating exactly what all the other reviews have already made perfectly clear... but yes, it's good. it serves bottomless alcoholic goodness. go. now.
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Philip K.

This is a great brunch spot on weekends--really chill. And most importantly: everyone should know about Monday night $5 burgers and $5 Fat Tire Beers. And they have yummy sweet potato fries with these burgers. And you can get whatever kind of cheese you want on your burger! Hayyyy! Beyond this ultra-cheap Monday night meal, they have a very classy menu and of course a large selection of wines (from their "cellars"...get it?) But I must stress: Monday nights!!
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Jo W.

Lollipop Guild - $5.95 Bottomless Mimosas - $10 Getting hammered before noon and drinking so many mimosas they had to run down to Dominick's to get more OJ... priceless. Good food, great service, and hello, bottomless mimosas? How can you go wrong? Even though it's a trek for me, I'm already plotting my return here... for both brunch and dinner.
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Amanda Z.

OK, yelp-friends, now I will begin to explain why I am very smart and have learned to be a winner. Come here for brunch. Note that a single mimosa costs $6. Oh, but on Sundays, bottomless mimosas for $10. WHAAAA???!?!! That means if I have two, I am winning. The more I drink, the more frugal I become, the more I win. See, I'm brilliant. Suck on that, brunettes. With that out of the way, the brunch here is lovely. Not a huge menu, but they have quiche (yay!) that is delightful, a few egg dishes, some pancakes...the usual necessities to nurse a headache on a Sunday morning(ish). Coffee is plentiful (carafes on the table, hooray), service is pretty good, once you make your intentions known. A group of girls needs lots of mimosas. He got it. We stayed for quite a long time. Definitely won in the "drink your money's worth game." Ended up ordering dessert (pistachio gelato, yes please). Great place for brunch, no wait (at noon on a Sunday--a true miracle!) Broadway bus it, or take the red line, the Thorndale stop is a block a way. Go to Broadway Cellars and be a brilliant winner like me.
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Lori L.

Yeah, yeah. I know I just wrote a review for this place a few weeks ago, but it would be a crime for me not to share my experience for dinner. When I was there for brunch, I grabbed one of their paper menus to go. Fast forward to one of the coldest Thursday nights on Chicago's history. My boyfriend and I were looking for a nearby restaurant to fill our tummies. I dig out the paper menu to peruse their dinner menu. I notice they have a Fixed Price Thursday. For only $30 a person, you can enjoy 3 courses with wine pairings. Yes, wine pairings. If you don't want the wine pairings, then its $23 per person. The fixed price menu is chock full of solid choices. For my first course, I indulged in the rigatoni with duck in a tasty red sauce. For dinner, I had the linguini with asparagus in a goat cheese cream sauce. If memory serves me correct, my boyfriend had their prime rib and was more than content with it. Let's discuss the wine pairings. I fully expected the usual 3oz serving which is typical of pairings and tastings. To my wonderful surprise, the servings were about as close as to full size as one can get. I may also note that I finished my wine pairing before finishing my main dish. The waiter took notice and refilled my glass at no extra charge. His words "I hate to see an empty wine glass." Truer words have yet to be spoken.
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Lauren C.

$10 bottomless mimosas AND bloody marys on Saturdays and Sundays? I'm in! I usually brunch at Frasca's for their bottomless mimosa deal, but joined some friends over at Broadway Cellars one Sunday. This place is awesome - tons of seating (and it does get crowded) and the food is delicious. I had eggs benedict with crab cakes, and fell in love with my food. The service is fantastic - I had a half empty mimosa, and our server brought me a new one so there would be no gap in mimosa time! I was quite impressed. I've heard that the dinner menu is delicious as well, so I will definitely be returning!
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Address : 5900 N Broadway St
Chicago, IL, 60660
Phone (773) 944-1208
Website https://www.broadwaycellars.net
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Opening Hours

Mon :5:00 pm - 10:00pm

Specialities

Takes Reservations : Yes
Delivery : No
Take-out : Yes
Accepts Credit Cards : Yes
Good For : Brunch, Dinner
Parking : Street
Bike Parking : Yes
Wheelchair Accessible : Yes
Good for Kids : Yes
Good for Groups : Yes
Attire : Casual
Ambience : Casual
Noise Level : Average
Alcohol : Full Bar
Outdoor Seating : Yes
Wi-Fi : Free
Has TV : Yes
Waiter Service : Yes
Caters : Yes

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Broadway Cellars

5900 N Broadway St, Chicago, IL, 60660

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