Kristina K.

Very good food... long line but very good food! Definitely will go back there!!!

N K.

Went here post-work with colleagues recently and had a fantastic time. Margs were excellent all around. The prosecco margarita was my favorite - just a subtle taste of the prosecco - surprisingly good. We loved 95% of what we ordered, which is quite an accomplishment in my book. The shrimp sopapilla was out of this world, as were the chicken enchiladas and the carnitas. Service was great - very attentive. We went around 5:30 on a Tuesday night, so it was very quiet when we arrived. Got a bit busier as the night went on, but was never packed. Hope this place makes it, because it's great food in an area that needs a great restaurant.

Michael P.

Since I was introduced to Flo, it has become a staple when I visit Chicago. If you are a fan of flavor and appreciate great service in comfortable surroundings, then this is your place. From sweet to spicy, their menu has something to please. If you are in the mood for both, the pancakes are large enough to order one with any other meal and hit the spot. If you are staying downtown, it is a short cab ride away. Bring your kids, bring your mom, and bring your appetite. Décor: 3 out of 5 Food: 4 out of 5 Service: 4.5 out of 5

Becca H.

I've been there three times for brunch, and I think I like it there more and more each time I go. The brunch is AMAZING! I'm personally a fan of Mexican-style brunch (with lots of chorizo and spicyness). Their food is excellent, and there are plenty of options. You may have a wait a bit on the weekends. Their bloody mary's are also amazing! I definitely recommend trying it.

Don O.

Great Sunday breakfast. Foud it on Yelp! when a new place we were going to was closed. What a great find. Definitely on our list of regulars now.

diane c.

Way over-rated. It's ok, but there's not a whole lotta taste to much of their dishes.

Megan B.

This place is cheap and tasty. So far it wins for best sweet breakfast dish I have had in the City: French toast with three berries and mascarpone. I enjoyed their interpretation of chilaquiles. The sauces, which they also sell, are surprisingly delicious. They also have free coffee while you wait, for those who need it. While I imagine some dishes are more exciting than others, I will certainly go back again for breakfast or brunch in the future. Be aware that it can get noisy, but it is the perfect place to go with friends after a night of debauchery.

Jelena Z.

Oh boy, do I miss 60622. And lazy mornings at Flo! Brunch? Just what the doctor ordered. Come in small batches (can you tell I'm working on a vodka ad?) because Flo is cozy. You can't go wrong with any of their Mexican egg dishes (huevos verdes is my pick). Go for the Brazilian French Toast if you're feeling sweet. And don't forget to come back for the Chorizo and Black Bean tacos. Sweet Jesus. But don't go if you're not planning on indulging... ordered a salad here once and I was not happy. But as my friend pointed out, "who the hell orders a salad at Flo?" Um, so... yeah.

Francesca L.

Flo has an amazing brunch. it is well worth the wait. The coffee is tasty, the food always fresh and the prices so reasonable. Plus, the staff is always so friendly. I also think their dinner menu is top notch. The dishes are creative and do the job when your looking for something different than the standard mexican or tex-mex fair. My favorite dish is their pulled pork enchiladas. I also tried their margaritas for the first time and they were so tasty that I ended up having a few more ... Flo is really a hidden gem on Chicago Ave.

Jae K.

GD BEST BREAKFAST. Every time I visit my brother in Chicago, I have to eat here the Sunday that I drive back home. Two dishes I absolutely recommend and salivate for - huevos verdes and green chile chicken enchiladas. It's one of those places that you want to try something new every time, but you just can't steer away from your favorites. The icing on the cake is that they have free coffee for customers while you wait for a table. It's damn good coffee too. Not the dark piss they serve at conferences and gas stations. 5 stars!

Shonda D.

Based on the reviews, I thought this place would be great. To my dismay, it was not. My friend and I had a lunch meeting in the area and thereafter headed to Flo around 3pm. I definitely would give flo 2.5 stars for the $9 margarita's we had. They were nice & strong. Thus, I didn't really mind the price. But, the lunch - NOT good at all. My friend had the tacos and they were dry as a powder house (that's my grandma's saying). The place isn't vegetarian friendly (only 2 maybe 3 items on the menu). I had something that would be equivalent to a no-meat chili dish. It was so-so, not memorable at all. The best part of the eating experience was the guacamole & chips, but then we had to pay for more chips... really? In sum, we had a pricey lunch ($40). Plus side: The space is nice, parking is easy, and the drinks are strong/pricey. Negative side: The food is not so great.

Alex L.

Never a disappointment. It may be packed, but their service is fast. The food is very good and the serving size is just right. I've gone there for brunch a bunch f time.. and i will go a bunch more. BTW.. they serve FREE coffee while you wait. Yay!

John G.

Amazingly well executed southwestern lunch at an equally amazing price!

Roberto B.

Been to Flo for brunch a few times and Love It! The food is good and gets to you quickly. Love the pork tacos at brunch and the homemade granola is awesome. The drink list has some brunch standbys as well as some twists. Staff is friendly. Tried Flo for dinner and it was just as good. Will be stopping by for dinner more often.

Jenn G.

chila-friggin-quiiles! is there a better mexican brunch item? i dare you to say yes. and if you did say yes, then i will flick you between your eyeballs. flo is fast, cheap and delicious. there was a wait when we got there for sunday brunch, but not too bad. the only awkward thing is that the interior lobby of the restaurant is super small, so in cold weather it's miserable to wait outside. in the summer, not an issue. i was having trouble choosing between the red chilaquiles, the breakfast burrito the size of my face, and the special green chilaquiles. i made a game-time decision for the green chilaquiles. just the right amount of spice, cheese, eggs and beans. i will never stop loving these things. my friends and i also shared a "brunchetizer" (you read that correctly - it's a brunch time appetizer), of cocoa krispies french toast. yes, the beloved childhood cereal made a grand appearance that morning, and we paid tribute by devouring it in record time. oh, the bloody maria was also spot-on.

Amanda Z.

Word to the wise: Chicago Avenue on Memorial Day Monday is dead. Like, no one around dead. Consequently, when Amanda C., who has overdosed on BBQ fun, finds that few places are open on this day for brunch, she is in dire straits. Fortunately for me (and my boyfriend, who nearly ends our relationship when he sees me hungry...yikes), Flo was open and hopping for brunch service. Coffee with real cream, a small OJ and copious water refills set my rehydration mission off right. A breakfast burrito with lots of cheese, fluffy scrambled eggs and pickled jalapeno was my choice. It was a spinach tortilla-wrapped delight on my plate. Sad for me, my appetite disappeared by the time the food got to our table (which was very fast, by the way) so I had to take it to go. Oops. The bites I was able to muster were deeeelish. The accompanying potatoes were good, albeit a little cold. Boyfriend enjoyed the chorizo scramble which he devoured mightily across from me. Service is efficient and friendly, the menu is large enough to please any hungry bruncher, and there are some lovely sounding breakfast cocktails. Nice. Good to know for the next time I choose to have brunch when I am not detoxing myself. Solid brunching on Chicago Avenue. Two thumbs up here.

Kerri A.

Delicious guac. Strong margs. Good service. I wasn't starvin' for Mexican so I went a tad boring with the jerk chicken salad, but it was so good. Though it was minimal ingredients (I mean, we're talking chicken, lettuce, a little cheese and dressing), there was a ton of flavor and it was just FRESH. We brought our own Crumbs cupcakes in to celebrate a friend's birthday and they don't frown upon it at all. Though it's in the middle of nowhere, I'll definitely be going back.

Meera T.

I came here about five years ago with a few family members, and I remembered being completely blown away by the food. When a good friend moved to Chicago, I suggested we go to this place for brunch. The food was as good as I remembered it. My sister ordered the heuvos rancheros, which were to die for. I got the black bean veggie burger, and it was great. A little on the dry side, but nothing a bit more sauce couldn't fix. The rest of the table got the egg white omelet and the veggie burrito, and both enjoyed it. Prompt coffee and water fill up, and the servers were excellent. Once of my favorite brunch spots in the city!

Colleen R.

Flo hits the spot for brunch, for dinner, or even for a quick meal at the bar. Since moving to the west side of the city, I've sought refuge within Flo's walls many times and have yet to be let down. The brunch menu's Chorizo Scramble is one of the best things I've consumed before noon, ever. Spicy, savory, warm and generously portioned, I can never finish it, but always try. There are a few healthier options at brunch, like yogurt with granola and fruit smoothies, but the more sinful side of the menu wins hands down. Same goes for dinnertime, where fish tacos rule. Kid-friendly, but as a childless patron, I appreciate that they don't seem to run wild here, as at some other brunch places. The curtains at the front of the restaurant help to muffle the sounds of the traffic outside. Actually, it's nice that Flo's just a few steps from the bus stop, as it's easy to quickly step inside into a warm, friendly, tasty place.

Brittany B.

Yay for another FABULOUS Brunch place in my neighborhood! With a twist: Mexican flavor! This place felt very New York to me (a compliment, but only in reference to Brunch). It was small and crowded, but the coffee while you wait was a nice touch. We probably waited about 10 minutes at 10:30 or 11:00am on a Saturday. I loved all of the great art on the walls. I loved the vegetarian kitchen sink burrito (Even though it's not very brunchy, I couldn't pass it up! I love vegetarian burritos!) It was super tasty and the guacamole was sublime. My husband loved his super spicy bloody mary! TIP: I got a single french toast (GREAT idea! I love ordering a side of french toast, but it's usually way too big and ends of getting wasted, as you can't really take it to go). When I ordered it, the waiter suggested I get one of their special french toasts - great suggestion! It was the same price ($2.50). Totally awesome! Overall, I really loved it for something "different" for brunch! And walking distance to my house! I'm a lucky gal :)

Jessica W.

Love brunch at Flo! The service can be shaky at first, especially when it's really slammed but they are always friendly, apologetic and quickly pick up the slack. The only reason I did not give 5 Stars is because I went there once for dinner and had a sopapilla....great price but too greasy and bland for me. Stick with brunch/lunch and you can't go wrong! Cholula bloodys are the best.

Suzy D.

This place is great. The food is delicious and consistent. Come early so you don't have to wait. They're kind of strict about waiting in the roped off area. So come early if you don't want to deal with being huddled in a corner with 20 other people. The food is great though!

Jenna S.

I'm torn on Miss Flo. The place is charming and of course popping on a Sunday...however...it didn't knock me off my feet. I can imagine if you live close, this might be a staple for you since there isn't much in the way of brunch spots in this area. We are more Lincoln-Parkers were brunch spots are a-plenty! The coffee was average, chicken sausage was....well, I'll say it...odd, and the food was alright--but nothing to rave about. Would return to chit chat with Flo if I had to be in the area and was hungry...but definitely won't be making any special trips to visit her.

Santiago A.

Whoa! I'm so glad this place is within walking distance. I only wish I'd try this place before now. The Brazilian French Toast was extremely awesome. I also had the New Smoked Hash. This was pretty good, too. I think it had a little too much turkey, but very tasty overall. I really need to go back, asap, to try the Chilaquiles. The guy next to me ordered them and he licked his plate clean. Going back here for sure!

Laura O.

Delicious meal, hands down one of my favorites in Chicago. Would recommend this to anyone who likes Mexican. Huevos Flo was delicious, guacamole and pico de gallo were fresh. Everything was seasoned well. Coffee was good and waiter made sure that cup never went empty. Portions were very filling, so come hungry. Definitely worth the cab ride out, although it was difficult to get a cab to take us back downtown. Be careful not to stray too far away, neighborhood gets a bit sketchy.

Laura G.

Flo is consistent, delicious, and the service can't be beat. I've been here about five times while living pretty close. It is great for dinner, and a fun place to bring out-of-town guests because it is cozy and intimate while still being reasonably priced. I've only had their brunch once, and I prefer their dinners. I love that they always take such good care of us. Example: I accidentally left my (very expensive) sunglasses in the booth we were in, and the busser chased us down Chicago Ave at least a block to get them back to me. There are nice people and good food in the world. Find them both at Flo.

Kali B.

Yummy yummy yum!! Beats the pants off most other pretentious overcrowded brunching places in the Chi and all because of the amazing food, that comes in perfect portions!! Get Flo's original burrito, you won't regret it. One star off for making us change tables (although we were asked *very* politely) once we were already seated - (I'm lazy! I don't want to get up once my jacket is off and my purse and its contents are strewn over the seating area!!) but with zero wait on a Saturday morning at 11:00am(!!), hot, fresh food, great brunch drink selections, moderate prices, and great service, four stars 'flo' out of my chest for Flo. This is definitely one of my new favorite places to brunch.

Andrea R.

Went here for the first time earlier this week. Great service, great vibe and excellent food. The location is a little iffy and out of the way but it was worth going to. A little hidden gem in Chicago!

Libby T.

Coffee was amazing, service was good, food was bland - OK at best.

Amy S.

Great food, great service and great prices! My friends and I snagged a table outside and had a lovely dinner. The mussels appetizer (it was on special) were soooooo good! And they even split the order since some of us wanted them spicy and some that wanted them more mild. Also highly recommend the duck confit tacos. Nice wine list. And like I said, reasonable prices. We had a great waitress and also happened to meet the owner. She was super cool and seems very invested in delivering quality, fresh food. Highly recommend this place!

Johnny T.

I had been meaning to get to Flo for a while. After corralling (is that how you spell it?) my friend, we made our way to West Town. Because I am a masochist, I take the CTA. I was able to get to the restaurant from my place in Lakeview with relative ease. That's a plus. The Chicago bus drops off right by the restaurant. I arrived before my friend and a little dread settled in because I saw the wait. I went inside to speak to the hostess. Mistake. She bared her fangs and hissed at me. Hissed! I thought I was in a really bad science fiction movie and had made a mistake in coming to Flo. I took out my Hiss-to-English decoder and discovered that the hosssstessss proclaimed I would never get a seat and that legions upon legions of people were before me on the list. Dejected, I bellied up to the bar, contemplated a smoothie, texted my friend (who was 10 - read: 20 - minutes away) and nervously smiled at the bartender/barista. About 8 minutes later, a two top opened up. I glanced at it and wanted to sit, but was scared to move because I didn't know whether the hosssstessss was a constrictor or venomous. The superawesome barista/bartender looked at the spot, asked me how many were in my party (2!) and when they (she!) were coming (any minute!). Noddingly, she leapt into action, took me by the arm and sat me down. I felt victorious. I tried to thank her and she just told me to "tip your waiter." The hossstesss glanced over and scowled. I cringed. And then my friend walked in. And like that, we were good. The food was awesome (mmm, pancakes and eggs with salsa). The atmosphere was homey. The waiter was attentive and pleasant and the experience (once seated) was great. But you knew all those things already. I just wanted to post and thank that wonderful woman who went out of her way to make my day a good one. You can get food all over this city. Kindness, sadly, is a little harder to come by.

Ria C.

If I could give this place no stars, I would. What saddens me about Flo is that it had the potential to be an ok West Town hangover spot, serving up decent brunch and lunch items; however the service and management is horrendous. I opted for the chicken enchiladas served with rice, poblano sauce, black beans and cheese. This was good, but nothing to rave about. Bigs had the borracho which he liked, but was nothing special. They did cook the burger perfectly rare as he specified, which is a plus at busy brunch spots. Bigs also ordered the coffee which is where Flo went wrong. As he finished his coffee and tilted the last few sips into his mouth, what revealed itself in the bottom of the cup was a used BUTTER PACKET. This was absolutely disgusting, and we had made our server aware immediately. He then came back and offered to take the $2 off of our bill, which is completely absurd. Naturally, we went to the front to speak to the manager who surprisingly had a very nasty attitude towards us and insisted that the cup was clean and just so happened to have a butter packet in it because "things get caught in the wash" and it doesn't mean anything. It took about 5 more minutes of reasoning with this woman, until she angrily grabbed our bill, entered some keys into the register, and THREW IT in my boyfriend's face. This is by far the most unbelievably horrible treatment I've received from a restaurant and a manager who goes by the motto "The Customer is always Wrong." I really hope the owner gets new management, because bad service is bad business. WILL NEVER COME BACK.

Av S.

My friend and I really enjoyed the food and ambiance at Flo when we went to Sunday brunch, and I would have rated Flo at least 4 starts if not the fact that I felt like I got ripped off when we got our bill. When my friend & I arrived at Flo, we were told there was a 15 minute wait but were offered complementary coffee, which I thought was pretty nice. So we sipped on our coffee while waiting, and we were seated in literally, 5 minutes...which was pretty awesome. I ordered the chilequiles (this dish is awesome!) and my friend ordered a breakfast burrito dish. We requested egg whites for both dishes and they came out as ordered and were really good. While we were eating, the waiter came by and refilled our coffees without being asked, even though I had barely drank a third of my coffee and my friend had not finished hers either. We thought this was really great service and our waiter was being really attentive. I can't say enough how much we enjoyed the food, and the staff was pretty friendly, albeit busy and so a little slow on the service. My friend & I finally realized how long we have been sitting in the restaurant, and that we both had somewhere to be so we were in a rush to leave. It took us a while to flag someone down but we finally got our bill. And this is where I feel like my experience at Flo suddenly took a deep dive. We were charged an additional $5 for: 2 cups of coffee even though we were told our coffee was complementary while we were waiting for a table, and we never asked our waiter for a refill, especially since both of our coffee cups were not even half way empty! We were also charged an additional $1.50 per dish for the egg whites....this is nowhere on the menu nor did the waiter tell us this in advance. I know $1.50 doesn't sound like a lot, I guess for me it's a matter of principle of letting your patrons know if they will be charged for a service that's not listed on the menu. In a nutshell, everything was great....right up until the end until we got our bill and realized we were charged $8 (the average price of a dish) for the items listed above. Maybe I might come back, once I get over the bad taste in my mouth.

Erin J.

I can't handle Flo anymore. The long waits after about 10:15 or so on Sundays, the screaming children echoing throughout the restaurant, the watery coffee with the ever-missing cream, the slow, aloof service...I've gone here for years and every time I go, I'm reminded of why I didn't like it the last time. This last time, two weekends ago, I ordered the chilaquiles. Apparently they were so special that a variation was featured on the special menu. I love me some chilaquiles, so I ordered. I got stale corn chips that had been hit with a squirt of some undefinable red sauce, a handful of oily, semi-melted cheese and some wet - yes, WET - scrambled eggs. My face actually fell. It was the most disappointing breakfast I had been served in memory. I would have preferred to have sent it back but after our meals were brought to us, no one came to us for nearly 15 minutes, and even then our request wasn't honored (refill on coffee, please). The best thing about the meal was the beans. I picked up a breakfast sandwich from McDonald's on the way home. Bye, Flo.

Nicholas Y.

I think I made the mistake of getting carry out on my first visit to Flo. When I got home I ended up with a soggy mix of tortillas, meat, cheese and all the fixins. The food seemed like it had the potential of being good, but it's kind of hard to tell based on the mess I had in front of me. I may be back for brunch and eating in this time around.

Jennifer Z.

Great spot if you're craving mexican breakfast. The potatoes are pretty good. I had the portabello tacos, best ones thus far! Waitstaff wasn't friendly but the food made up for it. The busboys were nicer, wondering if they put those guys at the front line...

Kara K.

Sarah Z. please don't kill me! I know we were supposed to check this place out together but yesterday I just had to go with the Flo. Gurrrllll, thank you for putting me up on this spot! I strode into Flo solo at about 9:30 on a Friday morning and there was only one other party seated. I was really digging the Mexican hacienda-ish decor and laid-back vibe. I ordered a bloody mary ( a tad bit too spicy) and took in all the amazement on the menu. I finally decided on the breakfast tacos with a side of chicken sausage, which I asked them to cut up and put in the tacos. She happily obliged. I also ordered a single slice of the French toast. Absolutely delicious! Generous portions, friendly service and great location means I will be back again and again.

Jan C.

Went there for brunch, got the french toast (yes, I know I'm boring and there had a whole bunch of other great options.) My gf got the special, guacapico omelet with sausage, it came a little cold for her taste. But I liked mine, hard to mess up french toast, I guess. The blood mary was tasty with the right hint of spice. Attentive and friendly staff.

Vincent W.

I had the Triple Berry-Zabione French Toast. It was good and I liked it, but I've been spoiled by the french toast served on the North Side at Tweet, where they are very generous in their portions, both in terms of the french toast but more importantly in terms of the fresh berries. I was leaning towards giving 4 stars, but did not appreciate being charged for maple syrup without being told by our waitress that there would be an extra charge for this. The seating also wasn't terrific, as my girlfriend and I were seated in the middle of the walk-way through the restaurant.

Elvin Y.

I have been coming to flo for breakfast for about six years now. It is one of my favorite places to brunch in Chicago. The atmosphere is super cute/cozy. The owner is usually working the bar- she totally recognizes her regulars. And the food is solid and consistently yummy time after time. I love the huevos rancheros, the enchiladas, and the french toast. There is usually a long wait if you get there between 11:30-12:30. They serve free coffee while you wait. OH....and they have amazing blody mary's. My friend and I ask for them to mix the three different flavors they have and it's a delicious party in your mouth! I have NEVER EVER had had bad experience at flo.....and I'm a regular of six years!

Pubert Rose E.

Oh babies. My babies. Flo, where did you go? Flo has been a go-to staple for the Rose and Company for nearly 10 years. It's a spot we like to bring out-of-towners to for all meals. We counted it as one of the best margaritas in the neighborhood. It was a date night given, a place to get "fancy Mexican" for a reasonable number of bills. But babies, Flo has changed ownership and our first experience was so not copacetic. Walking into a familiar place felt very different. We were immediately informed by the "general manager" (he gave us no name), before even a "hello," that the place was under new ownership and that they were "very disorganized." Okay, the Rose can deal. We actually knew this change was coming. We felt like we'd give them a pass, go easy on them in their first week. But to see it happen, to feel it happen, was another experience entirely. The energy emitted by this general manager (we miss Anita already) and the owner (rushing in and out hectically) made us uncomfortable, which is a feeling the Rose does not often feel -- especially so in the confines of a place so easy-going as what Flo once represented. We got our first drinks promptly and the same menus we were used to, but after waiting an additional half an hour before a second marg' was even offered and our order taken, we were just five minutes away from standing up and walking out. Babies, this is not something the Rose ever even considers. We've had mediocre service at restaurants before, and we still tip the going rate, but it's a rare time when we want to just straight up leave. During that half hour wait, it wasn't just us ignored. There were other customers who were not given a look. It wasn't even clear there was a waitstaff. This is not Flo. The people in charge were too wrapped up in fussing over being new and disorganized. Fine, but if you've ever worked in a restaurant before you just know how to deal. The new people in charge made us feel that they'd never even worked on that side of the counter. The Rose has been there, child, and these people act like they've never even poured a drink. Which leads us into our second margarita. Undrinkable. Undrinkable? We might as well been served a glass of straight up lime juice. And damn, this place and Barco were our favorite margaritas in the neighborhood. We couldn't even take a pull off that glass without grimacing at each other. The food, though, oh babies the food was just as fine as it always has been. Thank Baby Jesus. Even finer, we'd say, after the confusing and disappointing start to the experience. If these new cats in town want to keep Flo successful, they better bow to the shrine of Lauro (the head chef) and keep that daddy happy. The cooks and the old school waitstaff are what will keep this place afloat. And what we noticed, girls and boys, was this new dude talking to the old regulars like they didn't speak his English. You enunciate, talk slow and loud, just to think that a guy who speaks Spanish first will understand you better. The words you're saying are the same. You don't have to talk to people like that. Especially when those people are an integral part of what made this restaurant a success in the first place. It was a general lack of respect that made this experience so crazy, both to the limited staff and to the unsuspecting patrons, and we left Flo feeling a little sorry for the mainstays who are still involved. The two stars of this review go entirely to the food. This treatise would have been a glowing five stars if we had decided to finally review Flo, after all these years, last week or last month or last year. We hope the great food doesn't leave before the new ownership has a chance to catch up. But to be completely honest, we're not sure we'll be returning. If Flo makes it through the winter, if it's actually still around in six months, we might give it another go. But for now, it's obvious to us there's no desire to experience that again. Babies, the Rose's poppa will be heartbroken next time he's in town when we don't take him to brunch at Flo. If you're an old Flo regular, give it a chance and see how you feel -- don't just listen to this old jabberjaw. Maybe it was just a little bad mojo in their first week. But Pubert has never had this kind of experience at any restaurant ever. If you've had a better experience, we'd love to hear it. This is one case, the only case in memorable history, where we'd prefer you not tell 'em Pubert sent you.

Melissa H.

This place has everything- fantastic ambiance, creative and well-priced menu, and great service. The guacamole was very fresh and fantastic. There was no doubt that it was made in-house and brought straight to your table. The burger was amazing. The ground beef was mixed with perfectly diced jalapeños, covered in two sliced of pepperjack, and place between two halves of a soft, yet slightly chewy bun. The mixed greens salad had a fantastic dressing on it. I definitely did not miss the absence of fries here. My date had been here before and recommends their breakfast menu. I also learned that I've got to try a margarita next visit. Bathrooms were clean. Parking can be tricky.

Ross A.

Saturday Brunch - party of two, sat at the bar. There aren't many, but here are the positives. Coffee while you wait for a table is great (never mind that it was empty and it took 10 minutes to refill it once they were told). The green and red "hot sauces," while not particularly spicy, had a great flavor. The poached eggs on the Chorizo-Tamale Hash were just about perfectly cooked and the food comes out fast. Now on to the negatives - service was terrible. We asked if the orange juice was "fresh squeezed," to which the dark-haired female bartender responded that it was. Then we watched her pour it out of a 1/2 gallon jug with a label on the side. Upon inquiry, she responded that they buy it from an orange juice company and its "like fresh squeezed." Last time I checked "fresh squeezed" does not mean "store bought." In addition, she stood there chatting it up with some guy sitting right next to us while we had a chance to go through the entire menu and make our selection before even asking us if we needed anything. She never came to ask if I wanted a coffee refill, or even to see how our food tasted. The food was overall bland. The Tamale-Chorizo Hash had "homemade" chorizo, which tasted like un-spiced ground pork and a red chili sauce that tasted slightly of vinegar and little else. The black beans were also virtually tasteless. The Egg Sandwich was bland. It was supposed to have basil, but I couldn't taste any. The bread tasted like a sponge, the mayo was barely present, spinach was overwhelming compared to the lack of other flavors, and the potatoes were soggy and mediocre. The only redeeming feature about this dish is the roasted red pepper. Finally, for what its worth, the atmosphere was loud. I wouldn't bother taking anyone here that actually wants to speak to each other.

Kelsey W.

I seriously considered not writing a review, since this is my go-to neighborhood spot for brunch/lunch/dinner/best OJ on earth. But it needs to be said....Flo is simply amazing. Must haves: Chicken Chilquiles, Frito Pie, Guacamole. But anything you get will be fantastic. If you're really hungry come Sunday morning, just make sure you go earlier than you expect to eat. There's a line. For a good reason.

Candice R.

My boyfriend and I had brunch here a few weeks ago, and it was very tasty. They gave us free coffee during our 10 minute wait, and we had great service and very good food. Strawberry banana pancakes and the red chilaquiles. Tastiness indeed. Flo would have gotten four stars, maybe even five, had we not tried their dinner last night. We ordered the portabella enchiladas and the nachos with chicken. Now, we had delivery, and I'm sure the nachos were affected by that. But they still could have used more cheese. My boyfriends enchiladas were lame. All spicy, no flavor. Almost no cheese in those either, but still no flavor at all. My boyfriend said they were "crap in a box". A little harsh maybe, but we decided that Flo is a no-go for anything but brunch. Damn shame.

Carri A.

Not spectacular, to say the least. Portions are below average and our food came out literally within 5 minutes of ordering and with my powers of deduction, they are clearly preparing these dishes ahead of time. Makes me feel cheap. The Flo Style plate was bland, too simple and didnt do anything for me. I will give points for the banana-strawberry pancakes because they're delicious. But for the price, the food I ordered should have been delicious, if not more plentiful. Service was decent but nothing to make note of. Drive a mile east and eat at Yolk at Chicago and Wells. Way better food and a load more selection (especially for vegetarians!).

kelly c.

Flo is so well known for their brunch, and they do do it well, but this is one of my favorite places to grab a romantic, reasonably priced dinner. Great service, dark and dreamy inside, and it's never packed at night so it's usually quiet, relaxing and nice. Flo is so loud and bustling for brunch, but transforms at night. Simple tacos, fancier fish, bowls, burgers - a unique mix of comfort foods and finer fares. Mojitos, Mules, Margaritas, Caipirinhas, and always a drink special that's hard to say 'no' to. I just love the versatility of Flo.

Greg R.

Flo (not Flo's as I was seriously corrected on the matter) was just OK, not bad, but not great either. So the day before I had the best chiliques in Chicago at Tweet, and thought let's see how the ones at Flo stack up. Well unfortunately they didn't and I was disappointed. They were just kinda bland and not much too them. E got the Huevos Verdes and those were better, but still not out of this world. The only thing that stood out was the sauce, more about the sauce later..... This place would work as a back brunch spot if your go to choices were already taken, kinda the plan B of brunch spots in Noble Square. Some other random comments: Bonus points for the free cookies and coffee while you wait, the cookies were a treat. Penalty points for the bartender that was serving us. Talk about grumpy pants, and believe me we're fun to serve so there was no need for the debbie downer attitude. Case in point: Us: "Hi, what should we get, what would you recommend?" Grumpy Pants: "Something with our sauces, we're known for our sauces. See all those people waiting? They're here for our sauces, for sixty years we've been making these sauces." Us: (speaking to yourselves) "Whoa, I guess we better get something with the sauces" Apparently, not everyone knows about Flo's sauces because we sure didn't. To sum up: Cookies: Good Sauces: Good, because as you now know that's what they're known for. Service: A little slow Attitude: Not so much Breakfast itself: split decision. There's other places in Chicago for brunch, I've got a long list of them and Flo isn't going to be on it.

Erin H.

we met some friends at flo for brunch a few weeks ago. in our failure to assemble a small group, the wait was about 45 minutes. there was nowhere to go in the entryway, so we stood outside. it wouldn't have been as bad if it hadn't been so cold and windy that day. when we were seated, the service was great. we all had bloody marias, and they were excellent - just the right amount of spice and booze to soothe a hangover. i had a smothered ranchero burrito, which was a bit spicier than i expected, but it was perfect. i can't remember what everyone else ordered, but everyone left full and happy. we will definitely come back.

Michael C.

Update: I've downgraded my rating because as a regular I didn't feel I was treated well by the guy who ran the place in the evening. He was verbally short, slightly rude and not accommodating. The final straw was when I tried going in there for a round of drinks 30 or so minutes before they closed and they turned me down. Even after I assured them that I was only going to have 1 drink at the bar. I've since been back and this gentleman may not work here anymore but thats the scoop. -------------------------- Oh how I love Flo Flo is my favorite restaurant in the city. Why ? Never packed... (maybe for early brunch) But if you roll in at 1 or 2 pm for brunch it is so dead! Dinner I have never had to wait either. They have great specials during the week if you like to drink. Margaritas, Mojitos, and Sangria all on specials depending on the week day You have to try: Chorizo Scramble (brunch) The baja tilapia tacos (dinner) The Guadilajara scramble (brunch) White Sangria (anytime) Burrito (dinner) So good ! i LOVE you Flo!

Diana R.

I finally went to Flo! I planned on going here a year ago but it never happened until one day I had dinner here on a Saturday night. It was surprisingly empty. On to the food... Okay okay, I like a little spice... sometimes... but not too spicy-- I know what you're thinking, 'hey wait, aren't you Mexican?-- yes, yes I am except that I have all my taste buds, they still work, unlike my mom's who killed them all with her homemade super spicy 'cry at the table every night at dinner' sauce. I like to enjoy my food, every flavor, every taste... so needless to say my stamina for spice is very low. I had a choice between the chicken chile verde and the calabasa quesadillas. The chicken chile had a red flag from the start because of the word 'chile' so I opted for the quesadillas thinking I was safe... nope! They were hot! Real hot! I had about 3 bites and had to break for a few minutes to stop the burning sting in my mouth then go back to eating a few more bites and on and on. So you can imagine how long it took me to eat my food. The thing that saved me was their sangria! There was a choice between red wine sangria and white wine sangria... I ordered them mixed. It was the best of both worlds as Miley Cyrus says... I thoroughly enjoyed my carafe of sangria. My only complaint was that there was not enough fruit in it. I like to munch on the fruit... I thought that was the whole point. Back to the main course, so their calabasa quesadillas were spicy but still good. If you like spicy go for it. If not, skip it and order something else. Their enchiladas were good as well and you get to pick what you want to put in them. Also, they have 4 sauces on their menu ranging from mild to super hot. Choose wisely. For dessert, I ordered the Portuguese orange cake... doesn't sound too tasty, does it? But I thought I'd be adventurous. It was so great. The cake had a very light orange taste and the texture was like angel food cake. They topped it with thick whip cream, yum, and garnished with blueberries and raspberries. I stick by my choice. It was the best part of the meal. Overall good food and the atmosphere was good. It was pretty dark in here so it's good for that date you want to put a paper bag over... I'm just saying.

Chris S.

Went for brunch and it was quite good. The brioche French toast with berries and saboyon was good, as was the chicken enchiladas with green chili sauce. The coffee is Intelligentsia, which is a plus, and the full bar serves up bloody Marys, mimosas, and more. We had a very slight misfire with the French toast, as it came out with sauce on top as opposed to on the side as requested. Normally, this might not even make it into the review, but it is, due to the fact that they handled it so well. They brought out the food with the sauce on top and we alerted the server this was not as it had been requested. Immediately, she apologized, took back the plate, apologized again, had the item correctly replaced in under 5 minutes, and then removed the dish from the bill. What could have been a slight pain in the butt was turned into a situation that left me feeling good about the entire place. Good food, good service. All around good. I must go back for dinner and update this review.

Tina T.

great customer service. my boyfriend and i came here last night. very chill, swanky looking place. we werent too sure what we had a taste for so we asked our server to bring us 2 entrees and an apetizer of his choice. Everything was very tasty, and uniqe.

Allison R.

I have been to Flo at least twice in the past month or so. I was introduced to this place for brunch by a very up-to-date and trendy friend who just moved into the neighborhood a month after I did. The food is fantastic! Their ingredients seem fresh and they really know how to work with them. For brunch, I had the Flo Style with one of their well-known delicious Bloody Marys and they were both very delicious. I recently had the mussels and the Flo Bowl with the Brazilian 66 (a drink) for dinner and those were delicious as well. Their food has a certain type of spicy kick to it and they are honest about it - make sure you ask your server about how spicy the food can get. Their drinks - I would go back for just the drinks in a heartbeat. Apparently, they have an awesome a la carte taco happy-hour special that I will have to try sometime soon... maybe this week.

Porsch K.

I absolutely love this place for breakfast and brunch. I wasn't too impressed w/ their dinner menu but the breakfast and brunch definitely makes up for that. I highly recommend the french toast & chorizo omlette. The french toast were the best I've ever had. Imagine fluffy toast made out of cake batter, it was simply amazing!!! I am a huge chorizo fan but if not prepared correctly, it can be either too greasy, fatty, or just not right but at Flo, it's to die for. They're mojito's are also really good & freshly made. I've gone back several times for breakfast & brunch and will be returning!

Sarah D.

My husband and I went here for dinner on Friday night and got to eat outside on the patio (it was a wonderful summer night!). The food was amazing! I had green chille chicken enchiladas and he had the carne asada tacos and both were fantastic. We stared off with the guac and chips which were freshly made to order (the chips too!), and overall had a great dinner. I've also been for brunch, which is equally amazing. Will be back soon, hopefully!

Carrie G.

Bottom line: I heart Flo. I really do! I must have done something right in life to have this restaurant placed in my backyard. :) The food is always (always) amazing. Hub and I have tried a ton of things on the menu... the black bean & corn nachos = sinful... the mushroom quesadillas = mouth watering... and please don't get me started on the Flo Bowl or Flomibop Bowl... creative and delicious. We also obsess over the Chicken Enchiladas and Salsa Burger. We don't go for brunch that often, but the Chilaquiles are killer. (The Carnitas Tacos were just OK and the rice & beans they serve on the side of most entrees are a little bland.) Drinks are also great... the margaritas and other mixed drinks are usually pretty strong and they have a solid beer and wine selection. The wait staff is usually pretty friendly and attentive, but not overly so. Having been there many times, we've encountered a few mood swinging servers, but that's to be expected once in a while, I suppose. The interior of the restaurant is also pretty dark and can feel a little gloomy. (I like it on a snowy day, but maybe not on a spring day.) Because of this, we often end up doing take out.... We've sent friends and brought family w/ us many times to Flo, and everyone ALWAYS loves it.

Anya H.

Loved the ambiance of this restaurant but the food left a little something to be desired. I have been meaning to try this place for a long time after hearing good things about their brunch. Just happened that the other night the bf and i tried to go to Ruxbin but were told they were all booked up. So we mozy ed on over to Flo. The decor of the restaurant was really cool. It is supposed to be Southwestern but feel more southern to me. I got the grilled cheese and tomatoe soup. mmm mmm good. Andrew got the enchiladas which were just ok. Nothing special. To be fair, they were ordered with the sauce on the side, sooo that may have been part of their downfall. but fear not, i will be back for brunch anon and will re -review then.

Jarod P.

If I had to choose one word with which to sum up "Flo", it would probably be: FRESH. As in FRESH, FRESHingredients. Like, so FRESHthat you figure it all got growed and/or killed in the back while you were waiting. The nachos appetizer: FRESH. FRESHY fried tortilla chips topped with FRESH black beans, FRESH corn, FRESH pico de gallo, and FRESH cheese. The carnitas tacos: slow-roasted pork that is savory as hell, combined with FRESH, FRESH toppings and tortillas and served with FRESH salsa. The garlic spinach side tasted FRESH too. The Flo bowl: a FRESH-ass take on paella, smoky and savory. The mojito: the mint leaves almost TOO FRESH, so potent they were. The espresso flan: A surprisingly delicate espresso flavor in perfect balance with the custard and caramel. Topped with FRESH strawberries. I can't explain why everything tasted so FRESH to me. It felt almost cleansing to eat at Flo. It felt like plopping down in the middle of a garden and just pulling stuff out of the ground to eat it. I can't give it five stars because nothing blew my mind. Everything tasted really good but nothing was off-the-charts novel. Except how FRESH everything was. Whoa - I repeated FRESH so much that the word seems weird and meaningless to me now. Did you ever do that? FRESH FRESH FRESH FRESH FRESH. Far out.

Al M.

Went to Flo for the first time. Heard a lot of good things about this place but to be honest, it was just OK. Parking is easy. Inside was small and pretty crowded so my friend and I sat outside. The waitress was very attentative but the bus boy kept spilling water all over us. The food was plentiful, but nothing out of the ordinary. The mimosa flights were pretty good, strong and generous.

Jims L.

Brunch - meh. Good bloody mary's. Okay hollandaise. Do NOT get the smoked hash.

Michael P.

The fish tacos are amazing, great southwestern food.

Kevin M.

This is my go-to place in the neighborhood. I've never been disapointed coming here. Well, i guess i was once, when they changed their artwork. But now it's better again. so yea, go here. My Top 5 (from memory) 1.) Flo-Bim-Bob 2.) Mussels 3.) Polenta Strada 4.) Raja Tacos, with fried egg 5.) Michelada

Laura M.

So, I was looking around yelp for something in the area and decided to give Flo a try. It was everything I was expecting and more. The food is way more than your typical Mexican fare. In fact, we talked to one of the waitresses and she said it was more like New Mexican food than anything else. Overall, some very creative food with some fantastic new twists on classic latin american food. Everything was delicious, including the margaritas, and very reasonably priced. We had the red chili braised pork sopapilla, and so should you if you're into spicier food. The baja tilapia tacos were the best fish tacos I've had in Chicago. The carnitas and carne asada tacos were also great. As was the flow bowl. The only thing that was mediocre that we had was the guacamole. It was fine, just needed some salt and some heat. But overall, this is a place you should go out of your way to go to.

Dan R.

My husband and I like to go there for brunch at least once a month. I love the Brazilian- French toast and any of the foods in the brunch menu. Bloody Mary is very good too. The price is fair and the service is ok -- the place is small, so depending what time you're getting in there you will have to get in a long line and wait. We went this morning, waited 25 minutes and got our table. Everything was delicious as always :)

Liz B.

Flo is my neighborhood go-to brunch/breakfast burrito spot. All of the food I've had there has been excellent, although, to be honest I almost always get the breakfast burrito. In fact, any time I've ordered anything BUT the BB, I've been disappointed because nothing else seems to measure up! Wrapped in a fresh spinach tortilla and filled with fluffy egg, pickled jalapenos, pico de gallo, cheddar and sour cream, this sucker can't be beat. Yummmmmmmmm. Oh yeah, I forgot to mention how delicious the tall tatted up server is mmmmmhmmmm. Burritos and cute boys. I think I've died and gone to heaven.

Raoul D.

Flo's has been added to the regular lunch rotation. The turkey chili, fish tacos and soup of the day are all winners. This casual lunch spots only detraction is that sometimes the food takes a while to come out of the kitchen. We will certainly be back soon

maggie r.

Great chilaquiles! I appreciate a place that's not afraid to use a little heat. Service was wonderful, prices are cheap and you get a lot for your money. They also serve local coffee from Big Shoulders which is outstanding! You may have to wait for a table on the weekend but I believe it's worth it.

Roshani C.

The best mexican brunch place that I've been to. I love the Chilaquiles and Huevos Rancheros. Really good food and good service. The place is a bit tiny but worth the wait.

Matt L.

I got the huevos verdes, which means 'green testicles' I think. They tasted good! They bear an uncanny resemblance to eggs. [X] Would consume again My sis had a steak salad, which she found disappointing. We saw what we thought was a meeting between an alderman and a bad guy happening in the back, but when we asked the waitress about it, she claimed he wasn't bad or an alderman. But I've seen enough movies to know that old white dudes in suits that meet in the back of restaurants are usually bad and aldermen.

Mayra H.

mini me & me's this Sunday hit. Service was really good, coffee was hot, ambiance was cool. Juevos ranchero were beyond awesome... would have preferred fresh fruit though on the 3 berry French toast. mini me really liked her strawberry & banana pancakes and loved her mango & banana smoothie. Will go back again-gotta take J, except next time I'll get some frufru coffee.

josie w.

The steak burrito was really good! I had to ask for it special tho-they have a chicken burrito on the menu but I reasoned that they can make steak fajitas can't they... Def a date place or sex in the city place!

mike t.

I just came back from my first visit to "Flo Café & Bar" at 1434 West Chicago Avenue and I am sad--sad that I didn't discover "Flo" years ago! Arriving Sunday morning at about 10 AM, it was pouring with rain. Even so, there was a line out the door which told me something had to be good in there--and I was right! As I was flying solo, I was able to find a seat at the bar right away. While I perused the menu (for what I considered to be an appropriately lengthy time period), the lady behind the bar (who I later found out was managing partner, Anita) asked if I had any questions. I responded saying I was a first-timer and I had nothing BUT questions. She pointed to and explained four or five dishes on the menu that had "made "Flo" famous". She continued, indicating the acclaim was due largely to their green and red chili sauces, both of which have been prized family recipes for nearly four decades. I looked back at her, puzzled and she responded with a look that shouted, "You look puzzled!" She left momentarily and returned with two ramekins containing samples of the two famous condiments. Wow! I am conditioned to typical verde and red sauces being watery, pureed peppers and the like, but no. These elixirs were each complex, rich and velvety, exhibiting disparate levels of heat. I was hooked. My seat at the bar was directly adjacent to the kitchen service window and as such, I could see dishes coming out in a steady stream, each looking better than the last. The menu item that finally caught my eye was the pulled pork taco offering. Described on the menu as "knife and fork" tacos, they were served promptly with succulent, tender pulled pork on two fresh double-stacked corn tortilla shells. The shells were further topped with salsa fresca, shredded Jack Cheese, slices of pickled jalapeno peppers and two perfectly fried eggs. On the side were two stoneware vessels--a large one with expertly prepared, piping hot black beans and a smaller one with a very tasty pico de gallo. It was a happy marriage of subtle, welcome textures and profoundly satisfying flavors. There was love in every bite. I can't wait to go back there, this time with my honey who's away visiting the grandkids. I told her about Flo and she's already jealous!

Soumya B.

The atmosphere is cozy and apart from the great breakfast the dinner specials are great.My favorite is the flobowl. I've tasted at least four of the entrees and they were all great. The wait staff is friendly and they know how to take care of you.

Nora B.

I have not tried Flo for brunch, but after reading all the great reviews, we went for dinner and it wasn't great. I was pretty disappointed actually. Everyone had something different, but none of it was special. Fish tacos with a big, deep fried chunk of fish or the shrimp enchiladas with hardly any shrimp, just not that great. I will try Flo again for brunch to see if they can change my mind... ***Tried the breakfast, still not impressed at all!

Suzanna B.

I go here all the time for breakfast. I'm addicted to their Huevos Rancheros. The red chile sauce is amazing. It get's pretty busy during weekend brunch. But they're really fast. I'm always amazed how quick our food arrives after ordering. Great service!

Em M.

This is my favorite place to eat or hangout in my neighborhood. The staff is amazing, the music playing is always perfect. The food is delicious, and the portions we got were way more than enough. Try the nachos, seriously. The atmosphere is great! There's pretty design but it's laid back and not trying too hard to be trendy. I think it's a good place for a comfortable date. Like any good restaurant, around rush times it's full, so if you're really impatient go between rushes.

Jo W.

What a cute little gem in Noble Square! I admit I don't make it over this way very often. Or ever, really. Two busses (one of which, the 66, makes me homicidal) is pushing it for me. But I'm SO glad Paige W and her friend suggested this for brunch this morning (er, afternoon...). I arrived first, and was told there was a 30-40 minute wait. It worked out since some members of our party were running late, and the lovely hostess pointed me to the free coffee while I waited. I'm not a coffee drinker, but I thought that was nice - a great way to warm up from the outside. (**Note - the coffee is only free while you wait! Once you're seated you'll be charged for any coffee consumption!) They also had a little entryway with two adorable metal benches to wait on. Super cute place all around, and very cozy. As the final member of our party arrived, I made eye contact with the hostess (who remained very aware of our group the entire time - which I loved), and she motioned for us to follow her. We had a table in the very back corner of the restaurant, and while it was kind of loud back there I don't think any of us minded. We got started with drinks - I had the prosecco mimosa, Paige had something pink looking, and her friend ordered a bloody mary which she didn't love and switched out for Paige's pink drink. I think we all agreed our drinks were very strongly poured, which is *never* a bad thing. Food - I ordered the french toast (of course), Paige had the chocolate chip and banana pancakes, and Paige's friend ordered something with eggs, potatoes, fruit, and holy cow it was a lot of food. I think we were all incredibly happy with our food, though I admit that I wish my french toast had a little bit more flavor to it. The almond butter helped, but it just seemed like it was missing something. Still a solid dish, though. Service was great - our server and the busboys were on top of everything, despite how busy it was. By the time we finished eating there was no wait, so we didn't feel rushed to leave and open up the table. We were able to relax a bit and just chat, which is a lovely way to spend a Saturday brunch. While we relaxed one of us mentioned just staying all the way through for dinner... and you know, it's not a bad idea. The dinner menu intrigues me, and I think I will have to brave the #66 bus again sometime to try it out!

Sally C.

I've previously been to Flo for brunch, and I went for dinner for the first time tonight. I think based on the dinner and drinks, I would give Flo 4 stars. But the waiter and the dessert were phenomenal and made the experience truly worthwhile. I had the chicken enchiladas, and my dining companion had the Flo bowl. Both were very good. We had a variety of drinks that I will not list here, but all were good and did not seem to skimp on the liquor. I had the espresso flan for dessert and was beyond impressed. I think it was the best flan I ever had. The espresso gave it a certain kick but wasn't overpowering. And the waiter was funny, personable, attentive, and gave me a free drink. What's not to like?

Dan P.

Best brunch in Chicago... just order from the right side of menu... liked everything but the steak breakfast special... flawless otherwise BEST: polenta Hash Chilequiles, poached egg turkey sausage/zuchini scramble... MMMMMMmmmmmmMMMmmmmmMMMMmmmm....

Jeremy T.

Only twice have I left a restaurant and felt so awful from my meal that I ended up vomiting. One was years ago at Don Pablo's in Indiana, and the second was at Flo. It was a rainy morning and a yelp brunch search lead us to choose Flo. I ordered some coffee and apple juice then decided to start with a small cup of lentil soup and veggie enchiladas for my meal. Worst lentil soup I have ever had, a tasteless warm water. And the enchiladas I picked at until I felt it was a bad idea to continue. As we sat at the table waiting for the bill my body realized this meal may not be worth digesting and a short car ride back to Wicker park was all it took. Every time I pass Flo it makes me feel sick. Its now a fun way to tease my friend when she isn't feeling well.

Robin W.

YAY! New Orleans meets Mexico..via the Gulf of Gooood sangria, tacos, tuna tare tare, the freshest veggies, seafood gumbos, strawberry soup!, and this chipotle sauce youll think about in secret when you're signif other is telling you about his day....physically!....kidding.....kinda! Right now it seems like a secret date spot....so im reluctant to review.

Roberto F.

I was impressed. A good sign of Latin/mexican American Cuisine heavily depends on how well they can make enchiladas and boy could this place serve up some good ones. I recommend any of the sauces that they have. They each have there own unique taste to them but great none the less. I also recommend a margarita straight, that is by far one of the best tasting ones I have had in a long long time. So after all this why didn't I give this place a five. Well... i guess it just comes down to my knowledge of home cooked mexican food and how good restaurants can come to achieving that flavor.

Jessie B.

My friend Mike wanted to go to brunch this past weekend. It seems like we go to the same ol' same ol' brunch joint, so he saw some reviews from yelp about this cute little place called Flo. As I walked in I was immediately so glad we found this gem. Who would ever thought that this cute little place was off of Chicago Ave? The place was so nicely put together. The decor was perfect. I thought I was in a B&B in South Carolina. As we looked at the menus it was so tough for us to pick & choose what we wanted to eat. I decided on the Flo Frittata. It was divine. Filled with red onions, red potatoes, spinach, egg & salsa verde. Served with a side of pico de gallo & black beans. Mike got a very large helping of the chiliquiles. One dish we both decided on, that was just lovely. The chips were a bit too big. They should cut them up a little more. Coffee was fresh, and hot. The service was nice. I love this place. Everything that was served around us to different tables looked outstanding. I am so going to come back here! Thanks yelp!

Kate W.

You know when you're a little hungover, but you still wanna drink in the morning like the bad-ass you are? That's where a Bloody Mary comes in- so delicious, filled with alcohol and totally acceptable to drink before noon. Don't do it. TRUST ME. You know what is not bad-ass on a Sunday before noon? Drinking a huge glass of watered-down salsa that some restaurant insists is a Bloody Mary. Liars. Oh god. The bf and I got a Bloody Mary each, myself the "rojo" and he got the green one. We should've known better when we looked around and everyone was done with their meal but still trying to choke down the last of the $6.50 Bloody Mary they ordered. Well, we ended up doing the same thing but gave up eventually (I don't care if I ordered it, I'm not that much of an alcoholic that I need to drink disgusting booze). As for the food, nothing to write home about. The churizo scramble was very bland; our friend likened it to ordering a McDonald's breakfast burrito, putting all of the insides onto a plate, throwing out the tortilla and then serving it as your own food. Skip this place if possible. If you have to go, order a Mimosa.

Peggy A.

I had a hard time picking something from the menu because everything seemed to have a kick and or hot/spiciness to it & I don't like spicy things. Lucky for me, the waiter was super nice and understanding and did a great job of helping me pick out something & made sure anything that would be spicy would not end up on my plate. We had a large group 10-12 of us & they did a great job of accommodating us. I give it 3 stars mainly because of the service. Not sure if I would go back for dinner, but I wouldn't mind trying out their brunch menu. I would think that would be more non-spicy friendly.

Lois A.

We've been back sooo many times by now. These burgers are insane. And the brunch menu here is such a perfect thing. It is packed for brunch but in the evenings it has remained a perfect, not too crowded date place. Sometimes we now feel like we're cheating on Flo when we try other places but the making up is sooooo worth it. It may seem strange to want to kiss a restaurant and tell it you love it with all of your heart but I do Flo, I really, really do.

Tuya S.

My first visit to Flo put me in hour long wait list, I gave up and decided to come back some other day. The second attempt, few months later, was not that bad taking into account that I was immediately seated, whether because it was almost past brunch time or because the establishment itself was passing its prime. I liked the food there and prices were decent. I ordered hashed ham served with mix of fresh fruits, very Brazilian style. I am not aware if the joint is owned by Brazilians or not, but I like Brazilian cuisine and although my dish lacked serving of carbs, that I tend to binge on weekends, the healthy portion of veggies and fruits put my mind into peace. As far as drinks, Bloody Mary that my dining partner ordered was impressively good. Not a typical mix you can get at Stanley's. My mimosa was OK, reminded of "Oh so cliche" green and all naturel orange juice.

Jen T.

Being that the 1st day of spring was one snowy day this made it easy to get seated at Flo on a Saturday at noon. But if the wait is long, look for the self serve free coffee bar! Great Idea to keep everyone simmered down. I liked the decor. It was cute, funky and had some interesting art. Ambiance is important to me and I want to feel relaxed on my lazy Saturday afternoon. Service was GREAT, this was including the host, waiter, bus boys and the guy who topped off my coffee every 15 minutes. I appreciated that. The food was ok, or maybe it was what I ordered. I had the scrabbled eggs with red/green peppers, onions and shift steak. It was served with black beans and homemade salsa. I thought it was a little bland, but my friend has the blueberry french toast and it was really good...and topped with a creamy sauce and just the right amount of blueberries. Coffee & Service = A + but I will have to come back to give another entree a 2nd chance.

I didn't think this food was that great. I mean, it wasn't badwasn't goodnothing spectacularly special about it. There seems to be an honest attempt at being budget gourmet (shrimp and zucchini quesadillas, various forms of pico de gallo that are stilluhpico de gallo). They kind of fail at it like the dorky kid giving the prom queen a valentine and expecting a kiss for being so great. It just doesn't happen that way. And amigos, beef up on the sour cream, kay? That wasn't even a dollop, it was more like you dipped your finger in and said, Here you go. Doesn't it look artsy for $8 tacos?

Ellen W.

Flo is the consistent go-to for my husband and I when we want to have a nice dinner that doesn't set us back too much. The food is consistently solid - I can't remember having had anything I didn't like. I think they tend to do better with the "southwest" fare. However, this review is really for the drinks, specifically the mojitos and caprihinias. Not only are they tasty, they are STRONG. My husband always order the caprihinias and not to make him out like a drinky, but he can hold his liquor. However, after two of these, we're usually giggling/stumbling down Chicago Avenue. Great service and nice warm decor. I'll have to check out brunch at some point.

Terry F.

Flo was as good as advertised and I came away impressed . The chocolate chip banana pancakes really hit the spot. I would definitely recommend trying them. The service was prompt and friendly and they also offer free Intelligensia coffee while you wait to be seated.

Tyson H.

Not the best first impression because it was packed and there was 4 people trying to get coffee at the same time (when there was none) in a tiny little corner. But the smell and feel of the restaurant got me excited for brunch. Plus, you know someplace has good food when it looks like they could fill two restaurants. I ordered the chilaquilas which I had never had before. I am the kind of person who orders the Latino-themed dishes at any breakfast restaurant (avocados + tomatoes + peppers = happiness) so this was right up my alley. The sauce was a very rich, smoky, spicy, brown sauce which I could seriously probably eat as soup by itself. There were big surprisingly delicious soggy treats (tortilla chips) and thin scrambled eggs. Topped with pico de gallo and black beans it was the perfect thing on a rainy, gray morning. I loved the way it was decorated very simply and the Latin music matched the relaxed vibe. Overall it was a great experience. I cannot wait to go back.

Sharon S.

This time we both had the bowls (mine - shrimp w/garlic cream sauce, his - Flo bowl). Loved them both. And the guac is always good too.

Audrey P.

Delicious food, good prices, cute decor and quick service! Not much variety but who needs variety when you've got delicious

wayne s.

I like this place, I think they were serving off a limited menu, b/c the holiday, but i had some yummy chicken enchiladas and chips and salsa, i like the chips - nice and thick. The margarita i ordered was so so, and in a short tumbler, why do some places serve margaritas in these short glasses, that's like getting a bloody mary in a shot glass, well i exaggerate, but don't you get my point? Friendly service for an added star.

Anne S.

Use to be our go to place for awesome Tex Mex inspired brunch and delicious dinners. But in the past few years the execution of stand by dishes has been poor (undercooked rice and beans), etc. We haven't been here in awhile because the food just is not the same.

Sarah F.

Our server either didn't care about his job or couldve just been hungover from the night before. It happens. He wasn't rude, just indifferent to the fact that he never brought diet Cokes and hardly refilled our coffee/water, and totally screwed up our order and subsequent check. Either way, the food was good (once we got our orders straight) and I'll give it another go.

Sarah F.

Walking through gray streets of inner Latino Chicago neighborhoods, I was waiting for the "mexican" place that my friend told me was our breakfast destination. Instead what I found was a quiet, decadent enclave of sparkling christmas lights and hollow-eyed Dio de los Muerotos skulls. The thick velvet curtains that greeted us as we walked in, kept the amorously brisk Chicago air out. No doubt, I was really hung over. A night out with old friends, making up for lost time-- I expected the food to be better. I ordered the tortilla egg dish. It ended up being a soupy mess of fried tortilla chips, eggs, and black beans. It tasted like egg nachos-- save for all the extra water which turned it into a soggy sogg. My friends had good enough dishes. The french toast was fabulous. My other friend was too nauseous to eat so I can't count him in. I loved the atmosphere. Certainly one of those places that deserves another visit, except I live in St. Louis. So....I'll leave it up to ya'll. : )

Ingrid B.

Brunch is what I have eaten here.. delicious. They have bloody marys that are... delicious. I fell in love with flo the first brunch.

Anne V.

Wow, I like it! this is a place with very good food. i like it because it is New Mexican food. as in new mexico, the state. i never had New Mexican food except, erm, in New Mexico. I missed it. Yum, that's good stuff! except they don't have sopapillas. what's the problem? sopapillas are so delicious! sometimes i have to wait, that's ok. i only eat there at dinner. i like the chips and guacamole. i also the like the sangria. maybe a little too much because the last time i drank it, i was drunk by 8:30pm. oops. i had to go home and go to sleep. its a nice place to go and eat with friends and you will feel very full. they give you a lot of food here, and its not expensive. great! *good lord i went here for brunch. we had to wait a really long time! but then the food was still good. i hope you like eggs. most foods on the menu has eggs. except waffles, pancakes, chicken enchiladas and some other stuff. some people sat there and talked and talked and talked. they didn't even have any more food or drink and they already paid! why are you talking? the waiters are very fast here and so is the host persons so they try to get you a seat very fast. its so small inside the waiting area so they asked us to stand outside. good thing it was a warm sunny day. they have a few benches to sit on too, while you wait outside.

Stevey P.

This place oozes Southwestern influence, but the decor is decidedly bohemian. That's pretty obvious after a glance of its menu, the food, the digs and the music (think moody indie folk rock). After seeing the Yelp reviews I thought I would like this place. I'm glad I made the venture out here from when I could have just as easily gone somewhere closeby downtown where I was staying. Flo is definitely worth the trip, and I'm glad I went on a weekday. Luckily, we didn't have to endure any waits. Service was quick and prompt and the food was delicious. I am a sucker for this type of breakfast food (chorizo, especially). Usually on a brunch menu I go straight for the Southwestern entrees. And that's exactly what I did this time, and I was impressed. I ordered the chorizo scramble with spicy home fries and black beans. Holy crap. I LOVE chorizo and black beans together, and this plate was delicious! My friend's Lowrider frittata was pretty good, but I was all about my chorizo scramble this morning was raving about Flo for quite a while.

Mitchell S.

had a wonderful brunch here. fresh and delish. the service was super fast and friendly. the new management/ownership is doing a fabulous job. thank you and great job Amy.

Joseph D.

Mouth watering just thinking about my meals, just writing this review. The BEST mussels in the Chicagoland...probably the Midwest. Whether it's dinner, lunch or brunch the food is consistently great. You will always see one of the owners there, which is refreshing constantly checking quality and ensure service is top notch. Cheers Amy and Leonard!

Natalie B.

Great food and great atmosphere. I have been to this spot about five times within the past two months. They have never let me down. I really enjoy the french toast for breakfast. The prices very reasonable.

Delia C.

i should be spanked for living in this neighborhood for this long and *today* was my first time at Flo. Flo made me happy: it's solid mexican breakfast food (haven't been there for dinner, yet) served with a smile and a really good strong cup of coffee. i had the chorizo chilaquiles and it reminded me of what i ate living in los angeles (bar none, some of the best mexican food lives there - okay, maybe texas). folks expecting something resembling 'high cuisine' from chilaquiles need to chill a little bit - it's comfort food traditionally made out of leftovers and the Flo chorizo chilaquiles had flavor, asiago cheese and the requisite soft/crunchy tortilla texture. my only wish was one more tortilla on the plate to eat with. (my proof that this was good solid mexican food? there was a latino family sitting next to us and, from what i could overhear/translate, the mom liked it. if it's good enough for moms, it's good enough for me!) the portions are hearty (and i'm a hearty kinda girl) and, according to my friend, the smoked hash was excellent. (she even ate the zuchinni and she hates the stuff!) the service was fast, polite and even friendly. our wait for seating was 15-20 minutes and once the high brunch hour was past, the flow (heh) inside the restaurant was pretty fast. i agree with an earlier yelper - get there super early or after 1 pm on weekends if you want to avoid waiting. i'll try to get here on a weekday to have a more relaxed meal. go to Flo and don't be ashamed if you have to unsnap your pants a little when you're walking out. oof.

Michelle F.

Oh, Flo. Good, tasty, comfortable, inviting Flo. I have rocked this place in the afternoon, and brunch. Their brunch is very very tasty. Believe that. Not only did i eat my omlette, but i tasted everyones food at the table, and if I were one of those dudes who can eat and eat and not gain a pound, I totally would have ordered a side of pancakes. And french toast. And breakfast nachos (aka chiliquiles). Really good coffee, super nice waitstaff. They even have complimentary coffee during brunches so if you have to wait, you can do so with some Intelligentsia.

Mandy B.

This was my second time comging to Flo for breakfast. The first time was a great experience. This second time though was subpar. To start with I ordered a tea and asked for honey and never received it. That was the beginning of our less than stellar service. My mom ordered a simple breakfast of poached eggs, sausage and toast. I had the Guadalajara Scramble. My mom's eggs came out and tasted so vinegary from the poaching water she couldn't even eat them. She would have told the server this if he ever came back to check on us. My food was edible. No real flavor or anything exciting. For something that was mexican it's rather hard to have NO taste. The last time I came here I raved about the breakfast. This time... not so much. I'll give Flo a 3rd chance and see which way it goes...

Lourdes A.

Went for Sunday brunch and decided on the egg sandwich with roasted red peppers and spinach, served with home fries. It was mediocre at best and that's that I love eggs. I feel that it is hard to go wrong with an egg but one of the ways it can be done, go wrong that is, is by not salting the egg enough. Unsalted eggs = gross. I mean, there's a lot of egg in this sandwich so if the main ingredient is compromised, then the sandwich, well, sorta sucks. Further, the spinach is just raw. They should at least lightly saute it. Final nail in the coffin, the fries were lukewarm, almost cold. Don't think I'll be going back anytime soon.

Melissa W.

Have always loved this place for brunch. Now I'm a fan for dinner too! The food was delicious, portions large and prices reasonable. To top it off, the owner checked on us numerous times (not in an annoying way) to make sure we were enjoying everything. She clearly cares a lot about her customers and business.

K J.

This was my second time eating at FLo, the first was for brunch, which it quickly became my favorite brunch spot after tasting the chilaquiles. but yesterday, i had their dinner. i have to say, WHY ISNT THIS PLACE PACKED?? it was one of the most memorable dinners i have had in a long time. great drink specials, wonderful service, and awesome inventive food. i ordered a special that involved pounded chicken filled with spinach, pesto, and goat cheese, covered in a diablo sauce. awesome! i also shared a meal that involved vegies, tofu, and enchilada.... all covered in a red sauce and fried egg. also amazing!! my friend ordered the goat cheese and mushroom tacos, which she said were amazing. this place rocks, everyone needs to check it out. prices are extremely affordable as well!

Crystal C.

This place is amazing. Mmmmmmm very tasty! The enchiladas are delish! I have always been treated great here. My boyfriend & I have always been seated in a timely manner. The ambiance is so perfect in there. We have been there for Valentines day, my birthday...etc. etc. I recommend this place !! The only thing I hate is that it is not open on Mondays, and closes early on Sunday. And Parking can be difficult sometimes (street parking).

Becky M.

Flo was super cute. We went on a Saturday around 10:30 and were seated right away. I had a yummy mimosa, champagne to orange juice ratio was perfect. I also had the Flo eggs, which was Flo's version of the eggs benedict. Really yummy! I made sure to try what everyone else ordered. Super good banana chocolate chip pancakes, strawberry and banana pancakes, and french toast. Also, very good bloody mary's. I'd like to go back and try more of the spanish inspired dishes. P.S. Great for people watching!

Christine U.

Have not been there for the infamous brunch yet, but I can say that dinner there is always outstanding. Portions are a bit small though, that's why I only gave it 4 stars. The grilled calamari appetizer is fantastic, the grilled tuna tacos are delicious, and the Brazilian steak is seasoned perfectly. At our last visit, when I ordered the Grilled Tuna Tacos, I asked for the tuna to be seared and served rare. A typical request I would think. Our waitress tried to tell me that that tuna isn't served like that and if I wanted rare fish I should order the mahi mahi b/c mahi mahi is a tuna. Mahi mahi is a whitefish, but I didn't argue.

ER S.

I haven't been to Flo for brunch, as brunch is just not my thing. I've been there for dinner several times. It's one of those places that when you go the first time, you think it's amazing, and you can't wait to go back. Then you go back, and you're just not as wowed. I'm not sure why that is. The food is quite good, the service a bit slow and not always nice. One time they were very friendly and helpful with my four year old (a very well-behaved restaurant eater) and other times the waitstaff made it very clear they weren't willing to request a plain chicken taco for a kid who shouldn't have been there anyway. [It's not like we were asking for mac & cheese or a hot dog. Based on other offerings, they clearly had the makings of a chicken taco. Fortunately the kitchen or the manager or whoever was more flexible than our waitress, because we got the chicken taco] So good food, mixed to unfriendly service. I want to like it, I do like it, but probably won't go back anytime soon.

Shannon S.

Flo has had a lot of ups and downs for me. The food is excellent. I love breakfast burritos, chilaquiles, etc. Flo is the only place where I've had to ask for sour cream with these items, and I was shocked to see I was charged a dollar for a side of sour cream that should have come with my burrito to begin with. Not to mention the sour cream came more than halfway through my meal because a waiter was so hard to flag down... but that's a topic for my next paragraph. We were given one menu for the two of us to share, which is fine, we can share, but the bf had only JUST made his choice and handed me the menu when the waiter came by to see if we were ready to order. "No... I just got the menu." "Oh ok, I'll give you a few minutes." Call me picky but I would have liked a, "I'm observant enough to notice you have only one menu for the two of you, let me rectify that by doing a great job for the rest of your meal." But coffee refills were almost non-existent, and we were virtually waiterless for the duration of our meal. Flo's food is good enough for me to give them another chance, but they're on thin ice.

Rebecca K.

The food here is good. If you get that waiter with the mustache that can't speak or understand and English run!! The worst experience I've ever had eating out... ever ever ever. He yelled at our table when we brought it to his attention that he gave us the wrong bill?? It was absolute insanity!! Obviously I'll never go there again.

Meg E.

ill give this place the benefit of the doubt because i think i ordered wrong. its cheap and cute and my bloody mary was darn good. chilaquiles were meh.

Laura H.

Well, I FINALLY got around to trying out the Flo brunch this weekend, and I can't wait to go back. Free coffee while you wait for your table? Am I in heaven? We got there a little after 10 and the wait was a very manageable 20 minutes. I got the eggs FLO (think eggs benedict) and it was very tasty. My friend had the berry french toast, which was also good but not shiny and new. After trying my eggs, he declared he would definitely order something more adventurous next time.

Nick S.

This is a nice breakfast/lunch place. It's very cozy and has a Bohemian vibe going on. It's a small store front on the busy street, so the parking situation isn't good.

Kathleen C.

I heard about this restaurant about 4 years ago and decided to check it out. So cute! It is definitely small and you will most likely have to wait to be seated for breakfast but it is worth it! I love nachos so when I saw chilaquiles on the menu, I went for it! It has my favorite things mixed together: scrambled eggs and nachos! AWESOME! They were so good with some potatoes on the side. I would love to go try dinner there but havent yet. Have tried breakfast about a dozen times but usually try to go only when I wake up EXTRA early as I am really impatient and dislike long lines (w/o a glass of wine!).

Shannon C.

Flo was alright...It wasn't an earth moving experience like some of the reviews. The wait was about 15 minutes for brunch -- I like the fact that I can make coffee while I wait, every restaurant should offer it. I ordered the steak breakfast burrito, which was good. The coffee was good. The seating was close, but not annoyingly close. The service was just alright -- the guy we had was a lil' fake nice, not sincere, maybe just having a bad day. But all in all it was just ok. I'll go back sure, but not a fav.

Al Y.

Flo has solid service, outstanding coffee, and a nice Latin-influenced menu. Good combination of hearty breakfast dishes. There can be a bit of a wait late morning on weekends, but turnover is usually pretty quick, and they provide free coffee for those waiting. Highly recommended.

Kristina A.

Happiness is brunch at Flo. Everything looks so wonderful, but my boyfriend and I keep ordering the huevos rancheros because it's so awesome. Plus, coffee while you wait (and you will wait if you get there any later than 10).

G Z.

Flo's still got it! Food was great after all these 7 years I've been away. Now, if only you could prevent my ex from showing up there!...

Anik S.

Not so bad brunch spot if you are in the area. Had the chilaquiles and doused them with the house sauce. Bloody Marys here are good. I'd probably go back and try dinner, however, it may lead me to search for more flavor

Kevin M.

There used to be a long wait for brunch at Flo, but lately I've been seated right away. I'm not sure if this means Flo is getting less popular, but I don't see why that would be the case because it's one of the better brunch spots in Chicago. I haven't tried their regular lunch or dinner yet, but I'm sure it's very good as well.

Christy L.

Brunched at Flo today with some girlfriends. Good food, but you can get good food at many other brunch places in chicago. Had the Avocado BLT - could have made it at home.... pretty basic. I do apprecaite the fact that they refilled my diet coke twice without me asking. All in all... not worth the trek westard in my opinion.

Kristy B.

Flo is a fantastic restaurant. I've never had a bad meal there. Or service for that matter. I've probably had 10 meals here and I'll keep going back. They have great mixed drinks as well. The atmosphere is great too. It can be a little dark if you are seated in the back but nothing to knock them for.

Danielle R.

Good food, nice decor, friendly staff, right down the street. Giving it four stars cause sometimes service is slow, but otherwise this place is great for brunch, lunch, dinner, whatever. Went for Sunday brunch and it was insanely busy, but was able to sit at the bar right away. And they were offering free coffee to everyone waiting for tables.

Justin L.

I like breakfast. It is the most important meal of the day and for me it is my favorite. I like breakfast for any meal. Any component of breakfast can be incorporated into bruch, lunch, linner and dinner and there is never a problem. Take bacon for example. Bacon is a breakfast staple but also compliments any other meal, this can be said of toast, eggs and other items as well. That being said, I am very difficult to please when it comes to going to a restaurant for breakfast. It almost always is something I can whip up in my kitchen and I just dont see the value in it. Flo is NOT one of the exceptions. OVER RATED. Why do trendy frou frou brunch spots get so much love on yelp? Can't you guys make eggs yourself? Nothing stands out. Suzy and I went here for V day brunch. She ordered the bfast burrito and essential it was equivalent in size and taste to 2 mcdonald bfast burritos. I went with the steak sammy and we shared a banana pancakes order. The accompanying home fries sucked. Very oily, with no real texture. Like a oily mush. The steak sammy was ok but it has been done with much more success at Kinzie Street Chop House or even Monk's. The only redemption was the the order of banana pancakes. This I could not make myself and actually enjoyed. Cozy Corner does it better though. Flo is over rated and people that come here are sold on the hype. I would say that places like this serve their purpose as brunch date venues, so I am not really hating on it as much as I normally would. I just think Bongo Room pulls it off while Flo falters. I would not recommend going with the Flo here.

Colin S.

This is my first Yelp review so you can take it with a grain of salt, but I felt compelled in this case because 1) Flo is awesome and 2) my fiancee and I got engaged here. Why? Delicious food and cozy atmosphere, all at a price that won't disintegrate your wallet. She ordered the special which was pork chop with polenta. The pork was oh so tender and juicy and the polenta was deliciously creamy. I had your basic chicken enchilada, which is transformed by the amazing New Mexico red chili sauce. Oh, and the mojitos are out of this world. Go to Flo, you won't regret it!

J. B.

This place is phenomenal. Breakfast served fast and great service. They offer coffee if there is a wait. Everything on the menu is great.

Leticia L.

The have great food here and decent coffee. l really love the chilaquiles. It comes with black beans but I really get full off the chilaquiles. Once when I was pregnant, I deviated from my usual and got the blueberry pancakes. They were really good, but I could tell the blueberries were fresh when they splatted all over my new shirt. Needless to say the next time I went back to my usual. The wait can sometimes be rather long on the weekends, but at least you can get a cup of coffee while you wait.

Theresa K.

Came to Flo for a weekend brunch after discovering the previous brunch spot we originally wanted to dine at was closed until July. I'm always happy to revisit my old 'hood, West Town and since Flo was bookmarked on my sister's yelp list and recommend my a foodie friend, we headed on over. Glad we stopped by since there wasn't a long wait, we headed over to the bar area and immediately ordered. Flo is an average size cozy space with some outdoor seating. It wasn't overly crowded or loud, like the usual Chicago brunch spots. This could be a good thing if you just want a good brunch without the hassle. We ordered the full order of the "Brazilian French Toast:" (3 slices of challah toast with sliced pineapple, banana, strawberry and a dollop of zabione, dusted with toasted coconut and served with almond butter) and we also split the "Huevos Rancheros:" (a classic New Mexico red chile enchilada filled with cheddar cheese topped with over medium eggs,served with black beans & a warm tortilla). We asked the server what the most popular brunch items were and she replied the Huevos Rancheros and Red Chilaquiles. I was glad since I was in a Mexican brunch mood. Our food was good. I was surprised at how light and fresh everything was; I wasn't overly full after polishing off my plates. My companion was not impressed with her dishes - when asked how everything was, I got no reply. The bill was around $26 with coffee and iced tea. A good price for a weekend brunch in Chicago. Would I go again? Probably not. Although, I think this is a good spot if you want an affordable, non-hassle brunch in West Town. I so happen to want a gluttonous and tasty brunch ;)

R K.

I went to Flo for brunch and really enjoyed it. My friend and I split the Brazilian french toast and Smoked Hash. The smoked hash was seasoned really well and the french toast was like a nice dessert afterward with a delicious cream sauce and almond butter to go with it. The service was pretty good, the prices were better, and the best part: free intelligensia coffee (while you wait and while you eat).

Lisa A.

Flo is great place to eat! The food has unique flavors and the selection is out of this world. Flo is a great place to locals and even better place for you to take your out of town guests. There isn't a place like this anywhere. The service is great. The staff is attentive and friendly not an easy thing when you have soo many people asking you food and drinks. The prices are reasonable and the amount of food you get is pretty healthy. Go Flo and enjoy!!! You'll go back again and again!

chris c.

Great Brunch. Food is great and servers are knowledgable/helpful. Long Lines. but free coffee at the bar while you wait. loved the flo benedict and roasted vegetables.

Sasha R.

MMMMMM I love this place! I remember coming here as a picky kid and not really appreciating it, but now that my palette has improved I am always up for going to Flo's. My favorite things to get here are the veg. quesadillas, the gazpacho, and the strawberry soup is delicious as a dessert (although they also have a much naughtier and less healthy dessert menu if you're daring). The service is top notch too (there happens to be a foinnne waiter I'm usually lucky to have serve my table).

Phillip G.

As always, the food is absolutely fantastic. sharon and I really enjoyed it again. You cannot go wrong with their service or meal for the price.

robert m.

Flo was fantastic! My son and I dropped in for brunch and had a great experience. We arrived early so there was no wait for a table. He had the pancakes ("awesome" he claimed). I could not resist the New Mexico style Eggs Flo. The Eggs Flo brought me back to my childhood memories of New Mexico. I am always seeking a place that can re-create a smidgen of this wonderful cuisine. Flo comes close. I will definitely be returning, unfortunately, we recently moved to the Burbs... :~(

Patty S.

I went to Flo this past weekend with a group of girlfriends to celebrate a special occasion and the food was amazing! We started with a round of drinks with some of us ordering a mimosa and the rest with bloody mary's. I'm not a fan of bloody mary's, but I did try a sip which I thought the flavors were good together. The mimosa was pretty good, but then again, how can you really mess it up? One of the diners did order a mango banana smoothie which I wish I would have gotten because it was so good - very smooth and creamy. There was so many choices on the menu that it took us awhile to decide what to get just bc everything looked so good! We finally decided to all order a savory dish and an order of blueberry pancakes to share for the table. I ordered the Smoked Hash with smoked turkey, squash, potatoes, onion, zucchini, and bell peppers, 2 perfectly poached eggs on top with a side of fruit, and toast. WOW! I was impressed. The spices one the hash was perfectly blended and absolutely delicious. Normally I'm not a huge pancake fan because i think they are overly sweet and way too dense. However, I would definitely recommend and order the blueberry pancakes again!!! The pancakes were light and fluffy and not overly sweet. The blueberries just added a touch of sweetness and tartness at the same time. The pancakes also came with almond butter which was to die for! I've never had almond butter before and now I'm hooked. The only negative thing is the long wait. Perhaps it was because we had 6 people in our party, but the food did make up for the wait. ;)

Tom C.

I went here for breakfast yesterday and the food was really good. I got the chorizo scramble and the french toast. The scramble was good but the french toast was maybe the best I've ever had. I would definitely go back but I probably would get something other than the chorizo scramble. Also, make sure you get there early the wait can be quite long.

Dana H.

We happened upon this place while walking around the area after dinner and stopped in for a drink...loved the relaxed vibe and laid back attitude. The staff was friendly, as well. We can't wait to try the food...texmex...yum...

ryan h.

Sooooooo glad to see some new friendly faces at Flo. Flo is under new ownership and they have managed to keep the integrity of a fine restaurant while finally bringing some personality to it! Way to go!

Benjamin K R.

No one makes breakfast like New Mexico makes breakfast, so as a transplant from Santa Fe I am often disappointed by Midwestern brunch options. Thank God for Flo! Obviously someone at this place has spent enough time in the Land of Enchantment because they make real deal red chile sauce and you can get it slathered on everything. Too bad their green sauce is made from poblanos and not Hatch green chiles, but I think that would just be asking too much. Also, Flo is super cheap, even margaritas and bloody marys are at rock bottom prices, service is awesome, and the decor is adorable. Walking distance from my house doesn't hurt, either.

Nater P.

On a search for good Bloody Mary for Sunday brunch, we found Flo. Bloody Marys ordered by my brunch mates were pretty good, but little things like charging for an extra tortilla and extra cups of coffee seemed a little much. Such things should be endless. Food was good, but I've had better. Service was decent, but I've had better. I'd go back if someone invited me, but with so many better options in Chicago, I won't go out of my way.

Andrew P.

I would say the food, while affordable, is pretty mediocre. The spinach salad was underwhelming, the chickpea-red pepper dip was kind of gross, and the jalapeno cheddar home fries were expensive (and pretty blah) for the price. Wouldn't go out my way to eat here again, but wouldn't object too vociferously if someone wanted to meet here to eat.

Barry Z.

Every time I go to Swim, which is more often than I care to admit, there's always a crazy line outside of Flo. I figure, it must be quite good to justify the wait. I went about 2 yrs ago, and don't really remember the experience, which usually is a bad sign, but I thought, perhaps things have changed, cause look at that line. And, looking on the reviews here, there are a lot of Flo enthusiasts. But hell, people, I just don't get it. We had a late brunch there on Sunday, late enough for no line (which is why we went). It was meh. The waiter had a little attitude - told us to hurry and order because the kitchen was switching over at 3. It was 2:15. But, he kept the refills coming, and was competent, if a bit stiff with us. Anyway, the food is fine. The green and red salsas they bring to the table are good. Although the red is hotter than the green, which is new on me. I got chilaquiles w/ chorizo, and they were fine. Really messy. The pico was fine. The black beans were entirely unseasoned, but I fixed that. Again, fine. Fine, fine, fine. Maybe I hadn't ordered the right things, but I actually thought it was all a bit bland. My meal was not greater than the sum of its parts. Each component was not seasoned. It was more like, let's make some eggs, put some sloppy-ass sauce all over it, and then cover it in cheese and tortilla chips. Not bad, just.....nothing special. If I had waited in line for any period of time for this meal, I would have been PISSED. If you're going to wait in line, go to Lula, or Bongo Room, or Milk & Honey, or all the other places with absurd wait lines that are almost kind of worth the wait. This place ain't on that list. However, if it's not busy, it's certainly worth a try. If it is busy, just go to the Golden Nugget and order off the Mexican side of their menu. It's pretty much the same food. I'm not even kidding.

Jane R.

what a fantastic place for brunch! i have been to flo many times for both brunch and dinner and let me say--i have never been disappointed! the huevos diablos are so savory and delicious. it's pretty hard not to get them every time i go there. the chilaquiles are amazing as well. their cocktails are TASTY. bloody marias are some of the best i've ever had! their margaritas and moscow mules are yummy too. the area is great for a saturday or sunday afternoon. stroll a few doors down to Dovetail for some great, affordable vintage shopping or go to Eckhart Park and bask in the sun. Either way, can't go wrong if the day starts off with a great brunch!

Christopher M.

I finally got to Flo four months after moving into the neighborhood. It's another great brunch option in the area. I think it's close to as good as Milk and Honey, which is high praise from me. Obviously, it's in a different genre though. One thing that they have figured out which I think is huge is that they have Intelligentsia coffee sitting out for those of us who are waiting. You can serve yourself. For a caffeine junky, this is extremely helpful when waits are 30+ minutes. I had the bolsillos and my fiance had the Mexican Corn Cakes. The bolsillos (scrambled egg tacos) were better. It was just about the perfect portion size and a good value for the price. It was a simple dish and executed well. The Mexican Corn Cakes were a special. They were solid but the corn cakes themselves didn't have much flavor. The dish seemed overly complex with a lot of elements (grilled vegetables, poached eggs, the cakes themselves) not necessarily working together in the presentation or the flavor. The service was good but not tremendous. Overall, we dug it and we'll be back. I'm still trying to figure if I should try this Black Velvet Mimosa that was on the menu that is made with Guinness. Don't let the Atari age website fool you. Give Flo a chance.

Joa W.

Love the breakfast burrito, the hubby loves pretty much anything he eats, anywhere, anytime. We will go every Sunday we can!

Ben M.

A lunch staple, have never been to dinner. Their black bean nachos are amazing, and come with homemade chips. My fav item is nolonger on the menu (Jalapeno Skirt Steak Sub) but there is more than enough to make up for it. The Enchiladas and Quesadillas are highly recommended.

Angie C.

My new favorite brunch place! They don't take reservations, but it was worth the wait. The classic breakfast burrito is heavenly!! Perfect tex-mex yet fresh flavors, and it's even better with extra salsa on top (the kind made there, not the one in the bottle). The bloody mary's (they call them Bloody Maria's!) were just ok. Needed more vodka and spice. Would def go back to try more dishes. Great service!!

Jasmine D.

I can haz enchiladas? Seriously, Flo is a warm, vibrant place, welcoming on a cold night with delicious food, friendly service, and copious drinks.

David F.

i ate here late on a Friday afternoon. good service [but we were the only table for a while] and good green enchiladas. i'm from Texas and a bit picky about Mexican food. my brother's mushroom quesadillas looked yummy.

Stan W.

Came here for dinner tonight and had an excellent experience. It's a very charming little place with a diverse mexican-based menu and some decent vegetarian options. Will probably start coming here more often as the food tasted fresh and natural and prices are pretty low - its a great value. I gotta try the breakfast as I hear its simply awesome (the menu looks very promising). Maybe I'll just hit Flo twice in 12 hours?

Brian J.

Stick to the pancakes or try the turkey hash. Chorizo eggs were soupy. Probably won't return.

Nikki L.

Me and the Gals came here after class today. My friend Danielle lives down the street and suggested it. I'm always game to try a new place so I can review it for you all! When we walked in, we weren't greeted right away, that in itself is not a great first impression. There was a woman aimlessly walking around and we were to the point of seating ourselves. When she finally sat us, we were placed in a different room in the back of the restaurant. Seeing as how we were the only table, I was worried we'd be forgotten. Sure enough 10 minutes later! Our server finally came around. He was a nice older gentleman, but was having a hard time getting our order right. He repeated twice, the wrong order! Yikes! Luckily, our food came out pretty fast which is great because we were starving after a 4 hour class! I had the breakfast tacos which were decent, the sauce was smothered on top and was too spicy for my liking. Danielle had a spinach and cheddar omelet and Kristen had the breakfast burrito. We all like our food, but nothing blew us away. The decor was a little odd and nothing spectacular. We won't be back anytime soon.

Rachelle B.

This weekend I went with Boyfriend and Friend for brunch at Flo on Saturday. I don't know why I'd never been to Flo before - it's not far from where I lived in East Ukrainian Village. I wasn't in love with my food (breakfast burrito - onions, tomatoes, veggies were all raw inside and the cheese wasn't melted) but Boyfriend and Friend loved what they got. Boyfriend got the smoked turkey hash with potato, onion, green pepper, squash and smokey chipotle crema, grilled and topped with two poached eggs, served with fresh fruit and wheat toast. Friend got brioche toast with grilled smoked turkey, and fresh spinach, topped w/ two poached eggs, hollandaise sauce and asiago cheese. I definitely was in love with the latte I ordered. Perfect amount of foam and soo tasty. And it felt great on my sore throat. I definitely do want to go back to Flo and try what Friend ordered.

Janette L.

I have been wanting to try Flo for quite some time now, and I was so excited to finally go this past Saturday afternoon with NO wait! The breakfast burrito was everything I had dreamed of - made with jalapenos and adding a nice kick of flavor. My friend got the mexican corncakes which were also delish. 2 types of hot sauce (my favorite condiment) and awesome service/atmosphere/price rounded out an overall great brunch at Flo. Will definitely come again.

Yumm y.

Whoever said food can't make you happy (my therapist) was so incredibly wrong! I just polished off some veggie tacos and chips w/ guacamole. Being from Texas, I realize I have to lower my Mexpectations for Chicago. ( get it? Mexican+expectations...) Okay, I know... anyway, it could be the mediocre house white wine I had before my meal, but the tacos were fantastic! 3 filling tacos+ 1 side of your choice (in my case, garlic spinach) for 8 bucks isn't half bad. I realize I am also paying for the ambiance which is incredibly cozy. The chips were a bit thicker than I like, but were still good. The guacamole was different but delicious. I will be back again and again. Check it out-great find! I can't wait to try out their brunch!

Cynthia S.

Always yummy, the Eggs Flo are worth the wait that seems to build later in the morning. Great coffee too. Don't find the bloody mary's to my liking though - just something off in their spicing for my palette though some love them.

Jonathan M.

Stopped in to flo for a late brunch. Not a bad place to eat. Food was pretty good. For a brunch crowd, I felt a little underdressed in a t-shirt and shorts. Most customers were dressed pretty nicely walking in and out of this place. I hear that this place is pretty popular so we came at a good time in that we didn't wait too long. Tex Mex breakfast is decent and worth trying.

Cassandra T.

Not my thing. I was not impressed by the food, staff, or atmosphere. My friends were raving about this place, so maybe my expectations were too lofty... I wouldn't go back.

courtney g.

I met a friend at Flo for a leisurely early brunch this morning (Saturday) - I was a little early having found parking faster than expected, and was able to enjoy some coffee and read the Reader while I waited for my pal to show up. We decided to sit at the bar; while the restaurant was pretty full and busy, it still maintained an easy, low-key vibe (and the music was great also). I had eggs, Flo style: scrambled, with black beans, pico de gallo and ... some kind of chile sauce, I'm sorry, I forgot what.; plus a side of sausage. She had the breakfast burrito. Our meals were quite good and came out incredibly fast. We lingered at the bar, catching up, and I appreciated that we never felt pressured to get moving so they could flip the seats. I should also mention that their prices are quite kind considering what is typical for Chicago brunch - our whole bill, two drinks and two entrees plus the sausage was $20. I did in fact see a young lady in a wheelchair come in while we were there and it seemed as if they were able to quickly and easily seat her, so I am checking 'wheelchair accessible' with confidence. I look forward to coming back for lunch & dinner. well, and breakfast too.

bj f.

this review is for breakfast, which is the only meal i've ever enjoyed at this cozy, pleasant spot. first, their entryway is a testament to intelligent design. they've built a plexiglas outer room, complete with garden benches, separated from the main dining area by a thick velvet curtain. it's an aesthetic and effective answer to chicago's extremes of wind and winter. their wait staff, from the greeter to the servers, have always been attentive without being over solicitous, the coffee is strong, the menu is varied, whether you lean toward the sweet: today the tempter was the blueberry/pineapple/strawberry french toast for my hub, or the savory: my choice, the polenta with squash, mushrooms poached eggs. i love the variety, and the unique combinations. i also love the specials, which show an openness to variety and employing regional/seasonal choices. the price point is equal to, or below that of many of our other usual suspects, and the interior is always comfy and conducive to conversation, with eclectic design choices.

Tina F.

My husband and I love this place. We have been there for brunch probably 20 times in the past 4 years and it is always good. The mexican inspired dishes are especially good. Service is quick and efficient and the food is delicious. If you go at 9-10 am there is little to no wait. We've never been there for dinner but brunch is wonderful!

Erin R.

Went here this past Sunday for brunch and thought it was pretty decent. My boyfriend and I sat at the bar (which I always forget can be one of the best spots to sit in a restaurant). I have to say I am a fan of the simple mimosa, however I had a concoction that was so magnificent that we stayed a little bit longer just to have a couple more. I forget the name but it had pomegranate liqueur, orange liqueur, processco and orange juice. I now want to make these for myself. Anyways I highly recommend. The chicken apple sausage was also really good. I did left this joint with a nice buzz. Service was terrific and didn't feel too rushed to get out for the next patrons which can be nice.

Purnima M.

I can think of few better places to start my morning than Flo. It's cheerful, unassuming, comfortable, and the food's so damn good. And when it's cold outside, this is exactly what you're looking for in a breakfast place. Most of the choices are southwest inspired, and are uniformly great. I especially love the huevos rancheros - yummy! And no one does a better bloody mary. My only grouse here was the weak hot chocolate, clearly made from powdered mix. I think they can do a lot better than that.

christine r.

flo rocked my socks and made my toes curl. i went on a sunday for brunch, around 11am, and we (miraculously) were seated immediately. my eyes raced around the menu and decided on ordering everything, at least once before moving on to my next choice. i finally ordered the special, shrimp burrito. this thing was not to be trifled with. it had at least 15 large shrimp in it, along with eggs and cheeeeese. my only complaint was that it was a little lacking in the spice department, but the bottle of cholula sitting on the table fixed that right away. my dining companion ordered a bloody maria and it was delicious. the glass was rimmed with celery salt, which was a nice touch. i, myself, being a brunch wuss that day, opted for a ginger ale which was also delicious. haha!

Anne M.

Catfish tacos, baby. Flo is in my top 10 favorite food/bev places in the city. Waitstaff is fine, friendly and they do a lot to make the joint comfy. Outstanding for weekday lunch...not crowded.

stephen r.

Why have I not been here in almost two years? Completely bizarre. And, honestly, slightly embarrassing. Now, having said that prepare to wait on a weekend. All in all this is a good sign for a brunch spot. Especially located where it is on Chicago you know that people are coming for the food and it's not a "roll out of bed in sweat pants with Pi Kap written on the rear in capital letters with your Chad in his big ten t-shirt with matching black northface fleeces" that can be stumbled to no matter the prices or average food (ug, cough T0@st!) That being said, it's good. And reasonably priced. Seriously. A brunch spot with a one word name is priced well. I think my tacos bosillos was 7.95. Did I mention it's all Latin American. Well, the great majority. The eggs flo, a benedict, is quite tasty as well. The interior is fun but understated. I wouldn't recommend kids/babies during the prime hours 9-12 though. It's a tight fit. Swing by around 1 for a later meal and you'll enjoy it more. If you are uncoupled, then be all means, go for the coffee during the wait. It's Intelligentsia, of course!

Ryan P.

Flo use to be tasty, but I don't know what happened. Me and my gf had a run in with some tart sangria (we couldn't even drink it, sangria - i know!!) and a mediocre meal. I think they need to revisit the menu, and come up with some tasty treats.

Brad D.

My wife said, "while eating the Brazilian French Toast, it was as if time had stopped, and I was transported to a heavenly dimension." I had the Original Flo Burrito. It was ok. I'll have the Brazilian French Toast next time. Decent prices. Service was great. They also serve a great assortment of adult breakfast drinks. Well worth the short wait to get in on Saturday morning. We'll definitely go back soon!

J Z.

I absolutely love this place! Its close to my apartment and was a big reason why I decided to move there. Seriously. I was really tired of driving from Edgewater. I can't say that its a perfect substitute for New Mexican red and green chile but its as close as your gonna get! My favorites are the huevos rancheros, enchiladas verdes, frittata, and breakfast burrito. And the coffee is amazing-they have their own custom blend from Intelligentsia. If you're going for dinner, get the calamari with tomato balsamic relish. Yummm!

Laura H.

I really like this place. Nice cozy atmosphere, the music is on but not overpowering. Fresh mint leaves in the mojito. I like the Brazilian steak, it's just the right size, light (skirt steak). My friends tacos were yummy & huge. Interesting dessert menu. Can't say no to key lime pie, it was a bit custardy, but good nonetheless. I'll be back for more.

Faith H.

This place is so cool. It is not over the top and the homemade Margaritas are very good. NIce neighborhood feel. The food was good. We'll come again.

Kimberly L.

One of my favorite places for brunch. I've had a variety of menu items and they've all been delicious and fresh. While this place is always hopping, service is attentive and there's never a long wait for a table or for your food. Always my first choice for breakfast!

shelly p.

Looking to spice up your brunch routine, head to this Mexican influenced Brunch spot in West Town. This place is popular, but at least you can sip on some free coffee while you wait for your table (which you will). I went with a large group and I remember the huevos rancheros, chilaquiles and chorizo scramble being hits. Nobody tried anything off their sweets list, so I'm not sure how good those dishes are. This review is from a visit I had a several months ago, so some of the items/services may have changed since then. I'm eager to go again and see if Flo lives up to what I remember of this spicy fun place.

Seth F.

I've actually only gone here for dinner. Solid mexican favorites, usually quite a few interesting specials, everything is prepared by people who care about serving a good meal, and the service is just right - considerate, not too in your face, relaxed, etc. I'd give this place five stars if the menu was a little larger and the specials changed more frequently. Perhaps though, they rotate them more often now.

Lynn T.

Our favorite neighborhood brunch. The decor is artsy but minimal and sophisticated while casual and cozy. The food is southwestern with a modern and eclectic twist. The clientele is laid back and attractive, as are the staff. Great casual place that feels luxurious and comfortable at the same time.

Megan G.

Cute neighborhood bistro feel with very decent prices. Missed breakfast but made it for dinner. Menu has touch of southwest flair (ie. quesadillas--many varieties, fish tacos, enchilada bowl). I'd say over half the menu items are not only tasty and likely quite nutritious but marked safe for vegetarians--a necessity and a BIG plus for one of my dinner guests.

Jennifer C.

Previously, I had only been for brunch which is great. I went for dinner and it was astounding! Most entrees fell around $10 and were imaginative. The specialty drinks are tasty too. Great bang for the buck.

Palindrome G.

We've been to Flo two weekends in a row now for brunch and we haven't had to wait more than 45 seconds~!! How is that possible??? The food was absolutely delish---we've tried the chilaquiles, the huevos rancheros and the Flo Frittata--all extremely satisfying. Can't wait to try Flo for dinner.

Elizabeth C.

Great amazing food for dinner. I don't think I've ever had a meal there and been dissapointed.

Jonathan G.

Awesome place for breakfast. Great flavor, professional staff and coffee while you wait. This place is consistantly good. Keep it up.

Emily H.

This place was great. The breakfast menu was so much more than your average omelet and flapjack fare. Everything we ate was delicious.

Ross K.

I love this place! Great atmosphere and great food. The brunch here on the weekend can be crowded, but it well worth the wait. It is a great spot if you are looking for a place that can satisfy both adventurous and simple pallets. The creative and delicious Mexican brunch options are my favorties and the portions are more than satisfying. They also offer some more traditional options like Eggs Bendict and French Toast, which are equally as impressive and delicious.

Aaron S.

Try the pork! The current Pork Tenderloin medallions special is delicious, with a little char and a tasty spicy smoky sauce. The specialty drink list is great too, with some really imaginative concoctions. The prices are hard to beat, with dinner options starting at eight bucks. I will most definitely be back.

Elissa F.

When the sun goes down, you'll find me here. Flo Restaurant is an intimate, friendly restaurant that has great food and awesome drinks. They recently put in a new bar and it is unexplainably comfortable. I never liked sitting at the bar at a restaurant but LOVE Flo's bar. Relax with a drink from Anita and enjoy!

Haley W.

my personal hangover cure: Flo fritatta. eggs with fresh spinach, cheddar cheese, potatoes,red onions, topped with homemade mole sauce, a side of black beans and a warm flour tortilla to mop it all up. I also love the flo egg sandwhich with brioche toast, basil mayo, scrambled eggs, and roasted red peppers. for guys, i highly recommend the borracho burger, just make sure you are truly hungry before tackling it. Free coffee with real cream while you wait for a table is great. the dinner menu is very good, though i tend to eat here more in the morning.

molly c.

loves it. but it's so so so full of trixies and chads on the weekends "slumming it." the best time to go is during the week in the morning. you can chill and take your time and enjoy the atmosphere and coffee and delicious food. Their dinner is also always outstanding. but most folks come for breakfast/brunch. DON'T FORGET DINNER!!

Tom M.

Flo is my favorite brunch spot in the city. The green chile enchiladas are outstanding as are the Eggs Flo. The food is great, the service fast and the staff always attentive. I generally avoid it on the weekends but if you arrive before 9:30, you usually won't have a problem getting seated quickly.

Ron H.

Brunch on Sunday was excellent as it always is. They added huevos verdes since my last visit. I'm a big fan of their huevos rancheros because of their red chile sauce, so I the huevos verdes with the red sauce. Perfect combination. My wife really enjoyed her french toast with berries. I've never been let down by their brunch.

R F.

Best brunch in Chicago. I am from NM so I love the authentic recipes, fresh NM Chiles, etc. My only problem with Flo is that I can never decide on what to get. I took a very picky friend there (he does love mex/sw food) and he actually ordered 3 different items because he just couldn't decide. If you have never tried the Huevos Verdes, you are missing out. Don't be put off by its "sloppy" look....its a sloppy mess of breakfast deliciousness. The chorizo scramble is my other favorite. Too many good things. I also think the free coffee while you wait is a great touch. Small and simple, but just makes the long wait that much better. For those that don't know, their dinner is great as well...and very cheap considering the quality. The Jalapeno burger is great, their bowls are awesome. Their menu changes at least seasonally from what I can tell so you can always count on new fresh dishes. Also, if you have never tried the green chile chicken enchilladas, do yourself a favor. They have them for both breakfast and lunch. The poblano sauce is amazing. Now if I could just get Anita (the owner) to create a green chile chicken soup....I'd probably be there daily.

Matt V.

I've been to Flo before and I'm excited for some of the new changes going on here! The pancakes have obviously been changed for the better and I'm really happy about that; they are now very fluffy and delicious! I also ordered the original burrito and was very satisfied, not only with the amount of food but also the great balance of spice and savory flavors going on in that wonderful spinach tortilla. And, omg, the fruit smoothie is this perfect, cold, velvety concoction that sealed the deal this morning for me. Free coffee while you wait, pleasant and inviting host, great food. Everything served hot and prompt with great service from the bartender Andrew. I chatted with the new owner this morning and she was wonderfully inviting and has some great new ideas for the place while still keeping the good things intact. Not only was my experience very enjoyable, my wallet was thankful too! Coming back for brunch again for sure; also can't wait for the new dinner changes that sound in the works!

XY Z.

We've entered the atmosphere of Flo several times, nearly always for dinner. Flo boasts a fun menu with identifiable (i.e., real) ingredients and, with just a few exceptions, amiable staff (that is to say that Flo's staff member are amiable, not that the staff are on the menu). Our faves include the Flobimbop, the grilled calamari (a special that frequents the menu in the summer), chicken chile verde, and wilted spinach with garlic. While we like Flo's smokey brand of spicy, there are plenty of options for your buddies who gravitate toward milder flavors. My only critique is somewhat unfair: Flo is too far away from us now.

shivi d.

Anything in their diablo sauce us just amazing. Everything here tastes really fresh. Super cozy and cute too.

Debby M.

i didn't expect a lot going into Flo, but i came out satisfied and happy! the free coffee while you wait for a table is ingenious, and the food is fantastic! i've been twice and loved my meal both times. highly recommended, i like to go for brunch but it looks like a place that would be great any time of day or night!

Martha Z.

When in doubt go to flo! That is if you have the patience to wait with a giant groups of people outside on a hungover Sunday morning. It definitely is worth the wait tho. I can't say no to the Eggs Flo, my favorite. They have some other nifty and spicy plates too. My only gripe is that the coffee is a little bit to acidic for me and I end up drowning the thing in creamer and sugar...but in the end it's still all good!

Nathan A.

Flo was pretty great when I want all of one time (so far). Very good breakfast in speedy time. The coffee was mighty fine too. It was a bit slow getting a refill though. I like the feel of this place. It reminds me of Longbranch Coffee House in Carbondale, Illinois. I used to frequent Longbranch very often and Flo has that relaxed "stay awhile" feel to it. I'll be returning very soon!

Rose E.

I came across Flo when I was hunting online for a new brunch spot near Wicker Park- I needed something new to break out of the usual Bite-Earwax-Filter routine. Flo was perfect- even though it was prime brunch time on a Sunday, we were seated immediately and both dishes I tried, the blueberry pancakes and the chorizo and eggs, were delicious. The cocoa is Strong with a capital S, but serious chocolate fans will adore it. The decor is lovely, the atmosphere is comfortable, and I'd love to go back to Flo.

Tisha W.

Good brunch and even better coffee. As the other reviewers have mentioned, it does get crowded on the weekends, so go early to beat the brunch crowd.

ben w.

flo's chillaquillas are the best breakfast in the city of chicago. unfortunately they may get rid of breakfast tuesday, wednesday and thursday. call them and tell them don't do it! go eat here!

Caroline M.

I can add to the list of reviews of brunch that I had a very delicious dinner there with attentive service to boot. The recommendation came from a friend and I was happily surprised. Quiet on a Wednesday night and the ambiance is made by candlelight and a comfy tex-mex/eclectic decor. Mojitos were on special -- but I was sold on the Flobimbop! The spicy red chile sauce was finger-lickin good! My stomach still burned the day after which I attribute to not eating spice all that often -- but I would repeat the experience. Can't wait to go again!

Mindy S.

Another great brunch spot! Yes, I love brunch! The eggs flo is my favorite. You can actually probably even split it as the portions are huge! There can be a wait on the weekends, but really no more than any other restaurant on a sunday morning! Everything I've tried here is great, so you really can't go wrong.

Antone R.

A friend took me here for Sunday Brunch, as we had made plans to go to Handle Bar but they had a huge line, so we drove off to Chicago Ave instead. We see this cool place FLO, across the street and took off inside. Flo looks awesome from the window. The service was very good. I really didn't care for the back room because it felt so closed off from the rest of world, (no ambiance or comfort). They were busy so the host had no choice to give us the worst table the backroom, (the corner). The exposed brick was another issue in terms of design and layout, just feels so depressing. The menu was impressive and it appeared that once reading it we were going to be eating Latin infused breakfast, awesome. Our waiter was pretty great, simple laid back service, and he gave us great suggestions. We both ordered the "Chilaquiles": a breakfast classic of corn tortilla pieces in roasted tomato, poblano salsa w/ scrambled eggs and red onion, topped w/ pico de gallo, cheddar cheese, served w/black beans and 1 warm tortilla. It tasted awesome, and hit the spot perfectly however the dish was very wet, just too much fluid going on 1 plate. It made the tortilla soggy and everything else soggy too. I would suggest putting less cheddar cheese as well and less whatever they cook with that makes you want to tily the entree w/a napkin before serving. For breakfast I want to feel energized and full not late night drunk taqueria full so def' order coffee so you won't feel so heavy. The artwork was cool just if your going to have a backroom with no windows or anything to make the room feel open then please decorate over that huge brick wall.

Brett B.

Flo is delicious! Very tasty food, and a diverse cocktail list.

David R.

It's been a tough time finding a solid Mexican brunch spot. After weeks of breakfast club attempts, Flo has finally filled the void that my friends and I have had for breakfast burritos and spicy huevos. They seem to have perfected the best ratios of flavors for their dishes, headlined by their home made green chili sauce and New Mexico red chili hash sauce. I devoured my Huevos Verdes that were absolutely delicious while my friend enjoyed a Chorizo burrito (which he raved about). Their freshly made chorizo is some of the best I have ever had the pleasure of eating. Great consistency, no grease and amazing flavor. The New Mexico Red Chili sauce is also the base for their bloody mary mix, which makes it one of the best i have ever had at a restaurant (i am a huge bloody mary fan). The red chili sauce provides a full body taste without creating an overbearing amount of spice. All in all, this spot is the best Mexican brunch i have had in Chicago and i recommend it to anybody who has taste buds.

anya t.

best place to grab a brunch on a sunday. you have to have an amazing saturday to be able to get in!

mike z.

what do you say about a place that is not bad but not good? service was good. food was bland, bland, bland and boring....no imagination on this menu. my girl friend likes this place and this was my second time there, and my second time that i did not even finish my food. the black beans and rice were just that and nothing more, w NO seasoning, I've been to many Cuban and Puerto Rican places and could just eat the black beans and rice and be happy....i could make this at home....really i could. (also, slightly under cooked) if you want food like this, go to the Cuban place two doors west of this place, it's way better and less money. I will say the food was fresh and presented nicely, maybe the brunch menu is good...don't know...meh

Sarah F.

I went to Flo on a VERY COLD Saturday morning for brunch, and boy did it warm me up! The atmosphere is bright and comfortable, and perfect for first thing in the morning. The coffee was fresh and flowing, and the mimosas were cheap and sparkly delicious! Actually, all of the breakfast cocktails (and I am a fan of b-fast cocktails) were REALLY reasonably priced! I got the Polenta Hash, which was such a great choice. It combined everything I want in a breakfast! Eggs, tons of veggies, spicy sauce and polenta. It was perfect! My friends got the huevos rancheros (which blew us all away) and the breakfast burrito (also quite tasty). We all shared the chocolate banana pancakes, just to try. Whew - those actually sealed the deal. Nothing I would normally order, but man...I'd go back for those!! All in all, a great spot with great morning pick-me-up dishes, cheap breakfast cocktails and delicious fresh coffee! Please sir, may I have another?

K B.

I haven't been here in quite awhile since I gave it a couple chances with terrible results. When I went it was pretty much a brunch only spot so that is what I am reviewing. Apparently this place is able to generate some kind of hipness buzz to generate lines (Bongo Room style) and a very tightly crowded dining room. But the food which is supposed to apparently have Latin influence is completely not worth it. I don't know if they realize Latin food generally uses some spices/flavors because the food here is very bland including the blandest salsa I ever had. Finally on the last chance I gave it we were abandoned forever in a back room. Never an attempt to check on us, get us another drink, etc. I had to finally get a bus boy cause I was so thirsty and impatient for some condiments and he was great. Needless to say I tipped directly to the bus boy discreetly, told him it was for him only, and never plan to go back.

caroline r.

one of my new faves....still haven't been for brunch (which I hear is amazing) but dinner was fantastic! I had gazpacho, which was super tasty, just the right amnt of spice with fresh veggies. quesadillas were filling enough for an entree and my boyfriend had new zealand mussels that were huge & apparently out of this world delicious. signature cocktails were also tasty, experiment & try a few different ones--yum yum!

Ella R.

The best part about this place are the various chile sauces that are featured in most every dish and the bloody marys. I recommend the verde bloody mary. Instead of the usual red tomato base, this drink uses roasted poblano peppers, and maybe I just got lucky, packs quite an alcoholic punch.

Gina G.

Funky lil Mexican spot with an unique atmosphere. The concept of free coffee while waiting works for them. The peppers used for cooking come straight from a farmer in New Mexico. This another great concept. However, this was the blandest Mexican food I've ever had in my life. I ordered the steak chilaquiles, which was basically breakfast nachos sprinkled with pieces of meat which resembled the size of bacon bits. Thank goodness for the Tabasco on the table. Okay, so you get past the food and you think you can count on a great cocktail. WRONG. The Bloody "Maria" was just as bland as a watered down V8. If your looking for a good cup of coffee, check out Flo. Three cheers for Tabasco!

Heckle H.

I really, really enjoyed my portabello quesadilla. Next time I will ask for the pomegranate mojito as my "house jito" was not nearly as delicious as the pom version. Very friendly staff and reasonably priced!

Megan M.

Turns out the Hipsters come out to brunch, even in monsoons. Two friends and I brunched here yesterday (in the wake of Ike) morning, thinking the rain would have cut the wait... Wrong! We still waited 45 minutes, which woulnt have been so bad (free coffee and papers!!) save for the driving rain we had to stand in. Our biggest complaint? The curtains that seperate the entrance from the actual restaurant. Safety hazard! Overall, the food was outstanding- we had three egg dishes (Polenta hash, Flo Fritatta and the Juevos Verdes) which were all delicious. Waitstaff was attentive... I just wish they would fix the leak in their roof... I got a second shower!

M H.

This place rocks! Seriously! If I ever get on "Check Please" this will be my choice. Great food, charming and warm environment, and great drinks. If I had any criticism it would be that the drinks are a little chincy, but does not affect my regard for this great little restaurant!

Stacey L.

If you're looking for a new Mexican place to eat, this is a great place to try. I went with a girlfriend but think this would make a great date place too. It's very intimate and dimly lit, which was nice. The service was great, as was the food. (I had the spinach/mushroom enchilada-yum!)

A.S. V.

The only time I went here I had a scary long wait of about an hour and a half during which I nearly had a hypoglycemic freakout. This has kept me away for a couple years, but I still remember the food, which was great (I had some fun variations of eggs benedict and french toast). I'm bored with my other regular places, and am going to venture out to Flo's again. This time I'm bringing snacks and a book for the wait.

Pooja S.

Tired of kitshcn, had to try a new place for brunch. Was totally packed on Sunday morning but there was place at the bar. Sat down, I ordered the huevos rancheros... was average but the husband's chorizo was amazing! Best chorizo I have had in ages. Liked the vibe, and the decor.Southwestern Santa Fe food... very affordable prices, unlimited coffee, friendly staff, good food, chalulah sauce... all the ingredients of a great new brunch place. Flo you will be seeing a lot more of me in the days to come.

Amy M.

Before Friday night, I had only been to this place for yummy brunch (I heart the chiliquilies). After having delicious Mas Margs at Mas we passed up the sea of new outdoor dining establishments on Division and headed to our fav brunch place to check out their dinner. We were not disappointed. We both started with a fabulous mixed greens salad (only 2.95 by the way) and I had the Mahi Mahi with a warm corn salad. My hub had the porkchops. Both entrees were delish. I usually have food envy like I did again this night because I thought the pork was a little tastier than the fish, but then again, I think I just like pork better. The warm corn salad was awesome and pretty much the only reason I ordered the Mahi Mahi; although the fish was pretty good. We usually don't pass up dessert so we split the hot fudge sundae. The fudge was amazing...I don't know if they make it in-house or what but I could've been sitting outside at The Grand Hotel listening to the clop clop of horses go by and enjoying my Mackinac Island Fudge sundae, it was that good! Also, this is a pretty baby friendly restaurant. We took our son their twice before he was 6 months old and enjoyed brunch. Just get their right when they open on the weekends and they will sit you in the larger room in the back where you can do the turnover highchair trick and set the carseat ( with hopefully sleeping baby) on it. There was also a baby their when we were having dinner and it seemed to be working for the mom and dad. One last thing, our dinner which included to drinks, two dinner salads, two entrees and one dessert was just $45! Can't beat that! Now if I only didn't have to pay the babysitter with my right arm, we'd be set. ****5 Strollers****if you get their early for brunch (or a night that is not crowded) and get seated in the back room!

Geoff M.

It's always nice to get away from the usual Lincoln Park-Lakeview haunts for a good brunch and Flo did not disappoint in either sense. Like the space and the staff - friendly, unpretentious, accommodating. The wait was short - probably helped that it was a Saturday. Free coffee you say? Lies! They most certainly charged us for the imbibed caffeine. The cream dispenser is on the fritz as well. In their defense it was reviewers who mentioned the free coffee, not the restaurant. They do have free dog treats for all you Paris/Nicole Richie wannabes who inappropriately tote your doggies into dining establishments (yes, you are wearing over-sized sunglasses, but you are most definitely not blind). There were some high and low points to the food. I was excited for the chilaquiles, but they were just nachos on a plate and would get their ass kicked by the chilaquiles at Cafe Selmarie. The breakfast burrito was the best I've encountered with a good combination of eggs, bacon, veggies and a wonderfully toasty tortilla. The bacon is the key. The chocolate chip banana pancakes were solid. I can't wait to go back to try the 3 berry french toast or eggs Flo. Or just eat the burrito again. Update: I went back again, this time for dinner, and was every bit as impressed. The entrees were well-priced and flavorful, and the restaurant retained all of its charm in dim light.

Missy S.

I went right after happy hour and the place wasn't as busy as I expected. I just moved to the neighborhood and was looking for a place that wasn't sushi, hamburgers or Italian. I didn't really want tex mex, but their menu was not traditional so I decided to give it a go, plus I wanted a margarita so I chose FLO. Very good choice! I had a few margaritas (which were strong!) and a nice Cesar salad with house made brioche croutons, very nice. The dish that blew me away were the mussels. Like clams they are usually prepared very boring with white wine, butter, garlic, and shallots. But this was an amazing dish, it was white wine sauce, but it was filled with peppers and tomatoes making a hearty red broth and tasted like a fancy creole dish because of the spices used. I loved it! The mussels were super fresh and it comes with a side of butter toasted baguette. I will be going back for the same meal as soon as I can. I think the mussels were an appetizer but it was very filling and only costs $9, which I think is under-priced. Its not a super fancy place, kind of causal, but a nice place to have an intimate meal with no pressure. The staff is very attentive and kind. Four stars!

Karen G.

I went here on a Saturday night with a friend to check out a new place and catch up. The atmosphere, food selection and service was Great... I felt the food was a tad pricey but worth it once I got my meal... Great date place and I will be back to check on the Brunch!

Christian R.

What a great place ! excellent ! try the margarita pitcher ! the average price per plate is 13 dollars, and it is so worth it. if you are really hungry get an appetizer. i had the mussels and they were seriously giant nuclear radiation monster mussels. ive never seem mussels so large, and im from the east coast ! very fun time, waiter loved to small talk, complimented me on my shoes lol overall good time!

Christine O.

I have been going to Flo for years, and I LOVE it. The best thing on the menu is green chile chicken enchiladas... in my opinion. My son loves their blueberry pancakes, and my husband loves their veggie burrito (best he has ever had). You can get their green chile sauce to go, and make your own enchiladas for a party, too. The owner is an artist and always moves things around inside. They continue to invest in their space and it shows. We normally go for breakfast, but have had delicious dinners and drinks there, too. They are very family friendly. The only thing I wish is that the space was a little bigger on the weekends.. they are popular, so go early!

Jeff H.

I see that there are already so many high marks for Flo...but I just had to say something because the brunch i just had was great! I had Huevos Rancheros---didn't look like much when it first arrived, but the red mole sauce was delicious. totally made the dish. Would i have gotten better nuveau-mex dish at say...Frontera Grill? probably. but for 7 bucks in a friendly atmosphere with fresh coffee at 11 am Saturday morning, it was precious. would go again for sure. i was lucky--didn't have to wait. but after me there were at least a dozen of people waiting there. but they have fresh hot coffee for people in line. Only negative was that it's a bit out of the way from where i live, and parking was a bit difficult.

Ina J.

Quick service, all right food, and reasonable prices. Everything else that needed to be said was covered in a bulk of the other reviews.

Alison K.

Eggs Flo - way to go!! I've had these twice now. They were so good I didn't want to order anything different the second time I went! They are big enough for two meals, so get ready to take some home. The turkey is so deliciously smoked, I thought it was ham! I tried my friends' dishes, as well. The french toast was great. I also had an excellent coconut cream cake. The waitress said the place next door makes the desserts. All around excellent. :)

Lizzy K.

I've been a regular at Flo for two years. Although it's better known as a brunch spot, it is my go-to restuarant for dinner. It has a very different vibe at night than it does during the day. The ambiance is great and the playlist never lets me down. The service is friendly and fast. The food and drinks are outstanding. I especially enjoy the salads and the fish tacos. I've brought several guests there and they've also had a great experience. All around a wonderful place!

J J.

This is a consistent reasonably priced place to grab dinner when I don't want to pay too much or think too much about the food. I've never been disappointed, but I've never been wowed either. Everything about this place is 'pretty good'. I think their Sangria is 'just okay', but that doesn't stop me from ordering it when I go (despite the pitchers it is served in, which have a tendency to spill). Their strength seems to be southwestern food. I'm sure I'll be back in the next few months, it is just so convenient. But they have yet to wow me.

Stephanie H.

Went today for brunch. I thought it was great. Food was great, I had a very hard time deciding what to order, had a really good bloody mary. Wait was short. (1:00, 2 people, 15 mn.) Service was good too. I look forward to going back.

Sara S.

its good mexican food. nothing really inventive or startling, but good. don't expect to be wowed, until dessert. if you are one who, after every meal out, asks the server to recite the dessert menu secretly hoping for homemade hot fudge sundaes (because your mom made them for you all 4 times you behaved) this homemade recipe will bring you so much joy you may actually start remembering a happy childhood. seriously. i'm starting to wonder if my mom has a new secret job. bottom line: this place is worth sitting through a just 'good' south american/mexican meal to delight in the hot fudge divinity.

Cassia C.

The lines can get long - be prepared to wait half an hour to an hour for brunch if you go around noon - but it is SO worth it! They even give free coffee to people waiting in line. This is one of the greatest brunch places I have EVER been to - delicious! The prices are definitely reasonable, almost cheap. I would try everything "flo". I've had a couple things on the menu so far and have not been disappointed, I plan to go back and try just about everything they have. Be warned though - some of their stuff can get spicy, so if you're not into that ask the waiter for a non-spicy suggestion. They do have normal breakfast type items, though I would recommend all to be adventurous! Oh - and the bloody marias are excellent - very spicy - maybe a little more horseradish is needed, but overall - awesome

Sarah R.

I would give this place all 5 stars except for a few bad weekend experiences I've had. Go on a weekday if you can, on the weekends the service is horrid. Truly bad. However, the food is always fantastic. This is my favorite breakfast place in the whole city. It is cheap and SOOOOOOOOO good. Get the chilaquiles or huevos rancheros/

Tobia C.

A great place for breakfast...but don't try to get near there on a Sunday. There is a LONG wait, and reservations aren't accepted. Flo is much better than any of the other local options. Their food is unique and filling. You can order single malt scotch there, too...for some reason.

lauren j.

I've done brunch at Flo a few times. All I have to say is Chorizo Scramble. That's where it's at!

Margaret C.

excellent food, not too long of a wait on a sunday for brunch. and free coffee and nytimes while you wait! spicy bloody mary was good, but a bit too much for my first non-coffee drink of the day. plus parking is do-able in this neighborhood.

Blah B.

YUM YUM YUM....one of my fav places for brunch and my son's!! Over the last 3 years this place has become something of a tradition for us. The egg flo is so great and I love their poblano sauce that they use for many of their dishes and the chilaquiles are so good. The wait can be a long depending what time of the day u come but it always seems to go by rather fast. While ur waiting u can help urself to fresh coffee, the newspaper and local mags and papers etc.. My boys love the chocolate chip and banana pancakes and the triple berry french toast!! I haven't had dinner here yet, but I plan and soon!!

K S.

I've been here both for brunch and dinner and the place did not disappoint. Was it the most fabulous food I've ever had? No. Was it really tasty and a good value? Yes. Plus the place is cute, they have drink deals most nights, and the wait staff is super attentive. Definitely worth giving it a try.

Patrick F.

A great option for breakfast, lunch, or dinner - Flo creates Mexican inspired dishes that are out of this world. Well, really they're in this world - or how else would you eat them. What I'm trying to say is that the food here is great - really, really good even.

a w.

I've never been here for lunch or dinner, but I can tell you the breakfast here is great. Give their chocolate banana pancakes or breakfast burritos. They're really delicious. Its a nice place to go for a meal anytime. Its pretty reasonably priced too!

Tracey P.

Great casual dinner restaurant. Always a delicious meal.

E S.

love the food!

Mark P.

Chilaquiles were nothing special. Enjoyed the house bloody marys.

Ginger W.

I just adore this place! They have great french toast, great eggs, great coffee. I had green tea with breakfast one day and the tea was very vegetal/grassy so didn't pair well with breakfast, so probably a better choice with brunch or dinner. They have a lovely spinach salad and a good vegetarian chili. I love the way it's decorated too. It's not expensive and the service here has always been terrific. Definately one of my favorites.

Jason M.

I'm having a difficult time writing this review, but I think I'll have to settle on 4 stars -- 3.5 isn't available. So, Flo's food is okay. Good sized portions, but the two dishes I've had pretty much tasted identical, except the presentation was different. There was no distinct flavor that stood out in either dish. A lot of the menu items come with "Flo potatoes" -- thus I was expecting some grand thing I've never eaten before, but they ended up being sorta-mushy potatoes. Womp womp. The reason why this is a 4 and not 3 is because Flo has one of the best buttermilk pancakes I've had in this city. The edges of the pancake aren't smooth and the thickness tapers off so that the sides are crispy enough to add some texture. With a good amount of powdered sugar atop the flapjack, my ladyfriend said it reminded her of a funnel cake.

Jessica L.

My mouth is salivating while I write this post. I have been to Flo twice and am kicking myself that I haven't been there more. The Steak Benedict... there are no words, the sauce they put on it is incredible. The steak is cooked to perfection. I also love the Guadalajara Scramble, more steak. I could eat all the steak. I am not one for spicy foods but not everything is spicy. They usually have free coffee while you wait but I was pretty annoyed last time I was there, there were no clean mugs. They need to get organized on that a little better. That is a plus though while you are waiting. A least you get seated fairly quickly, the service is fast so people filter through quicker than you would expect.

Sonal D.

I called them and asked if they take reservations for brunch, which I was told politely they don't. I thought like 90% of brunch places they will have about a 30 min wait. I was surprised that they didn't have a wait at all. We were seated as soon as we walked in. They took our orders (thanks to yelpers I knew what I wanted to try). Why only give it 3 stars? The drinks- I ordered the brunch punch and it was so sweet it tasted like medicine, yuck. We also ordered a michelada and it was just ok, you could taste the chilula. The 3 stars all go to the food. The breakfast burrito was delicious with just the right mix that you wouldn't want to put it down. We also tried the Cocoa Pebbles French toast, which you can order in 1, 2 or 3 slices. It was so good. Reminded me of my childhood and more. A must try. So, I would recommend the food but not the drinks, maybe stick to the coffee

Kristy H.

Discovered this place while searching out the best huevos rancheros in the city of Chicago. So glad I found this place and decided to come in for brunch. This is a pretty small place and it gets BUSY. We came in around 11a and it was packed. We waited about 15 minutes for a table. They do have some pretty awesome and free coffee to enjoy while you wait. We got seated at the table closest to the door which was sufficiently annoying, but the host did ask if we were OK with the table before seating us. I'd recommend just waiting a bit longer to avoid it, if it's really busy. Drinks: I ordered the Chile Rojo Bloody Mary with vodka and my BF ordered the Cholula Bloody Mary with Bacon Bourbon. Both of them were absolutely amazing. The best ones we've ever had, and that's saying a lot. Food: My BF went with the smothered breakfast burrito with both the red and green sauce. It was the perfect balance of flavor and heat. Guacamole was awesome as well. I ordered the chilaquiles which were the best I've ever had. My mouth is literally watering as I think about it. We got a nice side of bacon as well. Service: Our waitress was great and totally emphasized with our seating situation. She apologized and did her best to keep people from standing on top of us. Everything came out very quickly and our water glasses were never empty. We will definitely be back again very soon, and I may even try those huevos rancheros that originally brought us in.

A W.

We had a craving for breakfast burritos and little did we know our taste buds would be met with such a tasty meal. We live in Southern California and have a very high standard for an authentic tasting green sauce. We were impressed! Thanks flo for a great Meal!! Great Service, Christina was very attentive and helpful with suggestions.

Ritu D.

I remember bookmarking flo last summer when I was trying to find brunch locations in Chi for my friend's Bachelorette Party. I didn't pick this place because we had about 15 girls and the downside of Flo is that they don't take reservations. And, it was in an area I had really never been to before and not at all close to the rest of our plans. BUT, I'm glad I had it bookmarked for my most recent trip to Chicago for my birthday! We ended up here Saturday morning. We only waited about 15 mins before they called my name, but our entire party wasn't there- so we ended up waiting another 15 minutes after they all got there. While you wait, they have free coffee available to you, which is a wonderful perk - but what I don't understand is, as soon as you sit down, the menu lists coffee at 2.50... so get your coffee fix before you get a table, I guess. Our waiter was extremely nice and talkative, but the only issue was- he talked really fast and had a VERY thick accent, so most of us didn't understand about half of what he said. The entire menu looked mouth watering!! And, if I could have sat there for days and tried everything, I would have. I finally settled on the Smothered Ranchero Burrito - sans chorizo (a MASSIVE breakfast burrito literally STUFFED with eggs, black beans, pico, and cheese - smothered in red chile sauce and topped with some tasty guar). The burrito was quite possibly one of the best breakfast burritos I've had in a long time. I usually pour hot sauce over everything, and this one was so tasty on its own that I didn't need any!! The Flo potatoes that came on the side, however, were a different story. Super bland in my opinion and it wasn't really remedied with hot sauce :-\ Everyone else really enjoyed their meals. I tried my friends red chilaquiles since that was one of the items I had my eye on, and it was definitely delicious - I'm just glad I got my burrito! I ordered a cholula bloody mary with a beer back which was delicious enough - I've honestly had better bloody marys. And, I also had a classic mimosa which was delicious. Overall, I loved the meal!! I wish they took reservations, but it's a small place, so I understand why they don't! If you're looking for a good brunch spot with some mexican flare, I would definitely check out Flo! (something I want to get for the table next time = cocoa pebbles french toast!!)

Niti B.

Who can resist a Sunday Funday without a flight of mimosas and chilaqueles for breakfast?! Absolutely delicious brunch and worth the wait. The place is small and of course does not take reservations for brunch but if you don't mind the complimentary coffee or purchasing a brunch cocktail while you wait it goes by very fast. The food is executed quickly in the kithcen but with perfection. I highly recommend with the weather getting better to stop by this delicious establishment!

julie q.

So I'm still not a spicy food fan BUT we've been frequenting Flo lately and I've had really great food that's not overly spicy (heat wise that is). Last time I got the tamale hash and it was superb. This time I got huevos verde and it was scrumptious. I'm hungry now. The bartender helps to make my Rojo bloody not so spicy by diluting it with a little more tomato juice and get it with the bacon and bourbon and I'm the happiest chick on Chicago Ave for awhile. Get there before 10:15 and there won't be a huge wait with a line out the door.

Heather M.

This place does an outstanding Mexican brunch. Both the savory and the sweet options were delicious. The enchiladas (for breakfast!!) were quite a treat, as were the huevos verdes. The brunch drinks - flavored mimosas and spicy bloodies - were pretty on point, too. Make sure you get there early, this place is popular!! Enjoy!

Elizabeth T.

This place kicks @ss. Amazing brunch, top notch flavors, great service! Drinks are excellent. Looking forward to my next meal here!

Greg C.

For starters, our waitress was on top of it. She saw immediately that we were ready to order. She took our order and our food arrived almost instantly it seemed. Now the food. The huevos verdes is exquisite. Their house made chorizo has a great texture, is spiced well, and came in proportion to the meal. The enchilada were crisp but not tough and the eggs were done to perfection. Great coffee (free while you wait) great drink specials. Worth the moderate wait.

Kristen P.

Pricey place but the food was so delicious. I came for brunch to meet up with an old friend I met during my summer in Chicago and I had the chilaquiles with chorizo and one cocoa puff french toast. All were so delicious and full of flavor. Even sampling the food of my companions and theirs was delicious too. Definitely arrive at opening time as it gets packed really fast. Really cool, small and hip place which is awesome for Sunday Brunch. Good place to visit and I would return.

Carolina N.

Officially obsessed. Everything was soooo good. We went around noon on a Sunday and the wait was around 30 minutes which was totally fine especially since it was a nice day out and there is an awesome vintage shop next door that can keep you occupied. I came with two other people with the intent to share everything, which we did. We ordered the smothered burrito, cocoa pebbles french toast and the pulled pork tamales. Delicious til the last bite!!! The cocktails were fantastic too! Love this place! I will be back ASAP!

Anitha K.

I got the Cocoa Pebbles french toast. Sounded a bit strange at first but it was awesome. The cocoa cereal added a nice crunch and was not overly sweet. I did split this with a friend since 3 slices would have been a sugar overload and there was plenty of food to share. Only downside - they didn't have fresh squeezed orange juice which is one of my favorite things when I go out for brunch. I also loved the atmosphere in the restaurant. It was bustling and the servers were nice despite how busy they were. They played an interesting selection of music that was very lively and put you in a good mood! :)

Amara H.

I'd like to believe I am rather well-versed in Mexican cuisine, given it is my go-to cuisine, any day any time. Therefore, I feel comfortable saying this spot is the perfect mix of authentic Mexican and classic American brunch. I ordered the chilaquiles, which were PHENOMENAL. Not only were they hardy but also blasted with flavor. The staff were not only welcoming but wanted their guests to enjoy their brunch experience. Our waiter even helped me with my Spanish accent, by frequently checking in on my group and quizzing us on how to properly pronounce "chilaquiles". Overall, a fun experience, as a Sunday brunch should be. I look forward to trying the rest of the menu.

Vishal P.

Went their because I had wbez membercard 2 for 1 deal. I think owner runs the show. She was amazing. Ordered skirt steak, easy over eggs came with black beans on side, bowl of tamale sauce, and tortillas. Noticed they serve 3 floyds gumball head so asked for one. She said they were out but put the one on display on ice for me.... Food was spot on and amazing for what I ordered! Atmosphere very nice! Street parking in front!

Agnes I.

--Mexican cuisine --I went here for Easter brunch with 2 friends and I remember us waiting for a good maybe 15 mins. It was a packed afternoon --Friendly family atmosphere --Flavourful food and decent prices --I had the veggie burger and it was VERY delic

Michael V.

Went to Flo for the first time with two friends on a Sunday around noon. If you're coming for a weekend brunch, especially with 2+ people, be prepared to wait a little bit. We were quoted 30 mins but it was more like 45 mins. The most important part though is the wait was definitely worth it!! Every plate of food we saw while waiting looked so good! We ended up getting the fruity pebbles french toast, the ranchero smothered burrito and the huevos verdes. Everything was awesome! The french toast was one of the most creative dishes I've ever seen and it tasted almost like it was deep fried. SO GOOD! The burrito was huge and really tasty and the green chile sauce on the third dish was just the right amount of spicy for me. We didn't order any drinks but the breakfast cocktails looked really good as well! I've been to quite a few brunch places in Chicago and this was one of my favorites. They have a unique combination of creative french toast and pancakes with all the traditional Mexican breakfast dishes. I definitely will be back to try more things on the menu!

Sofia J.

Plus: portion size, no waiting for a table (brunch), in and out in under an hour, chorizo tamale hash Minus: steak Benedict: eggs weren't runny at all, benedicts sat on top of a bed of raw spinach, which would warrant a comment on "Chopped" akin to "hard to eat without sauce together with rest of the dish", "half-assed attempt to add vegetables, freshness, color to the plate". For the record, waitress said it would be on top of the benedict. There was no sauce on the spinach and eggs didn't ooze over so it was dry and hard to incorporate. Ordered a size of chicken apple sausage because the dish didn't come with potatoes or vegetables (besides the awkward spinach), and paid $3.50 for 2 thin and tiny sausages, which are not even made in house so that's pretty pathetic (see photo). I will say that they were incredibly delicious, the apple (or honey?) came through strongly. Rojo Bloody Mary is good but doesn't taste that unique Kale smoothie is fantastic.

Nina H.

Wonderful service! Food tasted great! Large portions! Maybe a bit too large. I was only disappointed that I couldn't get the fruity pebble French toast on a Tuesday. Other than that, it's was awesome! Strongly suggested.

Danny W.

My only issue with Flo is the fact that they don't have a soup de jour on their menu. youtube.com/watch?v=yab9… Besides that I'd take Sea Bass style beating for a free brunch from here any day. Their food is amazing from the Fruity Pebble French toast and bacon chocolate pancakes to the Mexican classics such as chilaquiles and huevos rancheros. There's so many sweet and savory options that you might just aggravate an ulcer from indecisiveness. The breakfast drinks are great as well. With bloodys, bellini flights, and other interesting concoctions it's super easy to start a day drink session here before you move on to boilermakers. Although always crowded, it's definitely one of the better brunch bets in town. Just remember not to throw a saltshaker over your shoulder. But if you do at least make sure there's not a monster sized red neck behind you.

Umair H.

Probably one of the best brunch spots (and very reasonably priced) in the Chicago downtown area - a great venue to address both savory and sweet taste profiles. I tend to enjoy savory and anything Mexican infused - our group ordered: huevos rancheros, chilaquiles, and the original burrito. Everyone enjoyed their meals and on a Sunday parking was epic in simplicity vis-a-vis River North or Streeterville where we often frequent. In short, great price, strong spicy and savory taste profiles, easy parking, and diverse set of options to satisfy a wide gamut of preferences.

Marisa A.

I love Flo! There will be a wait on weekends for brunch, but it goes by quickly and the complimentary coffee is a thoughtful touch. The enchiladas verdes are perfect. So much so that I've never ordered anything else. Tangy and fresh poblano sauce, pulled chicken that's charred in some spots, rice and beans on the side. It doesn't get any better. I should branch out, but when do enchiladas verdes not sound good? I've tried bites of the carne asada which is flavorful, but the kale that comes alongside it is the star. Huevos rancheros are also great. Nice enough for a casual date. But this is more like the type of place I wanna take my mom when she comes to town for the day. Easy, fun, has character, tasty.

Charles B.

My wife and I have been going to Flo for brunch for 3 years now. It's our favorite breakfast spot in the city, with quality service, outstanding food and a relaxed atmosphere for a reasonable cost. There can be a wait to get it, as Flo is a busy place, but there is free coffee to drink while you wait and the staff is good at getting through wait times quickly. The smothered ranchero burrito is a personal favorite. Perfect blend of spicy and savory. My wife likes a sweet breakfast, and always gets the berry French toast. But the breakfast cocktails might be the thing that keeps us coming back: very tasty, quite strong, an blends perfectly with the food. Highly recommended.

Joseph P.

The place restaurant it small compare to the other places I have been to in the area. But the atmosphere was good for what the restaurant was trying to achieve. Personally, the beer bottle chandelier really captivated my attention. Definitely A for effort. Food was great. but nothing spectacular. The things that truly made this place unique is their alcoholic beverages selection. There are some very unique beverages that I just could not stop my curiosity from damaging my wallet. Their drinks are unique and fun, and of course, tasty! Definitely come here for a relaxing brunch on a Saturday/Sunday morning if you are looking to relax with a small group of friends over a few drinks.

Lisa C.

To the person who gave the wait staff a bad review (which so clearly impacted the review of the food) about a week ago ... Sorry to hear that the staff anticipated a parent's need to get an over-tired youngster out of a stationary position. No good deed goes unpunished, I guess.

Amanda C.

Met a friend here for lunch- SO GLAD SHE PICKED THIS PLACE!!! We came in and were seated immediately. We sat and chit chatted a bit before we ordered and our waiter didn't seem to care. We ordered the green chicken enchiladas, which came with rice and beans and pico de gallo. I cannot tell you how delicious this was! Just get it! Don't even think twice!!! Presentation was on point! We also ended up splitting the fish tacos which were really yummy too. Perfect balance of flavors. This place isn't a typical mexican joint- really nice twist!!! A+ ambiance and even better waiter! I will definitely be back!!!! Highly recommend!!!

Marisol R.

After reading the great reviews I decided to stop by and check it out! I can say I'm very pleased with the food, the speed of service, and their customer service. This is different than any other small non franchised restaurant I've been to. The huevos verdes are a must try ! There's a brunch burrito topped with guac and stuffed with eggs, cheese, pico de gallo with some delicious sauce ! Definitely on point :) they had a fleet special on mimosas and they were also perfect ... Not too sweet and not too strong just right! Overall great atmosphere , great food, kid friendly and great service !!!

Shane E.

Flo has some nice options on the menu, including a "guadalajara scramble" that hits the spot with some solid marinated skirt steak. I also tried the cocoa pebble french toast, which I'd equate opening up a bag of sugar and pouring it down your throat for ten minutes. Free coffee while you wait is nice, but if you bring your cup to your table and get a refill, it's $2.50. Quite frankly, I don't have the discipline to pre-game with coffee and not continue at the table. Kudos to Flo, however, for executing the appearance of "free coffee while you wait". In my book, 3 stars is the equivalent to a "replacement level" restaurant. In other words, I could definitely make the same exact food at home, but I'll pay for the convenience of having it made for me. Nothing that particularly stands out or adds a ton of value (in my humble opinion) at this place.

Azin J.

Picked this place for brunch after reading all these great reviews and was MAJORLY disappointed. We were a table of 3 and 2 of us ordered the Guadalajara omlette and the other person ordered the a tamale something. We ordered a chocolate bacon pancake for the table because it sounded different and interesting. Guadalajara omlette....The skirt steak was RUBBER HARD and WAY over cooked. I ended up pushing all the steak pieces to the side of my plate and told the waiter how hard the steak was and that I couldn't even chew them and he just stared at me and eventually said ooo & walked away. I don't expect them to offer to recook another plate for me or offer me another item but not even an "I'm sorry about that??" The tamales plate was very bland with no flavor and that was left untouched as well. The only plate we finished was the pancakes and that's because we were all starving. It was nothing special at all. I don't know how this place got such good reviews but from now on I'm not trusting yelp reviews!!

Dylan F.

Excellent drinks and service by our bartender Chris, friendly staff and ownership. We tried one of their award-winning Sopapillas as an appetizer and it was plenty to split. Ours had house-made chorizo, potatoes and cheddar cheese. Then we moved on to duck confit and braised short rib tacos. I shared these with my wife and we were stuffed at the end of dinner. The tacos are definitely entree-worthy, high quality meats and ingredients, perfectly prepared. We will definitely be back!

Andreia A.

They never ever ever disappoint me.. I had been to Flo several times prior but they especially got me through my meat craving (specially pork, specifically chorizo) phase during my pregnancy. Those dang Chorizo hash tamales are seriously ridiculous!! YAASSSS!! I was so focused on what I was having I forgot what husband had.. He ate it but back to the tamales. These jokers were warm, flavorful! So good! I'm getting hungry now just writing about them. We mostly go on Saturdays but one day during my maternity leave I went during the week(another chorizo tamale craving) and If you wanted to see a pregnant lady cry that would have been the day. I found out they only serve tamales during weekend.I would have got up and left but my big self at friggin 500 months pregnant had just walked an ENTIRE BLOCK and was too pooped to protest! So I just ordered the tacos!!!! #firstworldproblems They were delish as well. The servers are wonderful very attentive and helpful when navigating the menu. The spot is not that large but clean and that's a plus. Wonderful chill spot for a lazy weekend brunch for a modern twist on traditional Mexican breakfast!

Stephanie L.

YUM-OOOO! Shout out to Rachel Ray even though I cant stand her.... So we had brunch here and it was really delish. Smothered Burrito was amazing! Red Chilaquiles was amazing! It didnt sound that great, but honestly terrific flavor Great coffee Pretty good service Busy Lots of kids...eeekkkkkkk, hahaha Overall, delish little breakfast place.

Katt C.

The bf and I are super picky with brunch, and this spot was a good find! Boyfriend ordered the skirt steak benedict, he says: Great hollandaise, steak was a bit overcooked, and he would prefer it if they would use a better cut of meat and raise the price of the dish respectively. I ordered the chilaquiles: Corn tostado pieces were perfectly crunchy. Red sauce was flavorful with the right amount of kick. Also used a perfect amount of sauce. Beans, corn, etc in the dish were a good touch. We shared the brioche French toast with berries: Spectacular. Perfect amount of everything. Doesn't need syrup. Can order as many pieces as you'd like! Highly recommended. Overall: 4.5 Really great service. Fresh and tasty food. Will definitely return.

Erika F.

We arrived at noon on Saturday for brunch. We waiting approximately 30 minutes for a table. The wait wasn't too terrible and the complimentary coffee definitely didn't hurt. Once seated, the service was great. I was with a group of four, we all ordered a cocktail and they came out quickly. I had the Siesta, which was a margarita made with fresh squeezed lime and grapefruit juice. Yum! I decided on the tamale chorizo hash for my meal and wasn't disappointed. The name was a little deceiving, as I probably would not have called it a hash, but either way, it was delicious. It was a piece of masa (tasted very similar to polenta) topped with chorizo, 2 poached eggs and red chile sauce. It also came with a side of black beans. Needless to say, I was extremely full. The poached eggs were perfect, exactly how I like them, not too runny. Flo makes all of their sauces, their red chile sauce was amazing and I could have drank their green hot sauce. You can buy it bottled to take home with you and I was really tempted to do so, but we were going to be outside the rest of the day and it needs to stay cold. Overall, a great brunch with friends at Flo!

Catherine W.

It was so nice to eat Sunday brunch at a place in Chicago that wasn't too crowded. Street parking wasn't too bad. The 3 berry smoothie was delicious. Breakfast was good, though not outstanding - I had a standard eggs, toast, and chicken sausage; my husband had tamales. Prices were very reasonable and affordable.

Brit M.

UH-MAZING. In fact, I could say it locks down the #1 spot for best breakfast in my book. I wanted to lick my plate clean. Now the key here is to share / mix two meals at once. It leads to a fantastic experience that can only be described as BEST BREAKFAST EVER! This means you must bring another person with you as not to look like a total cow. We combined the chorizo scramble with the Guadalajara scramble. There was hardly a wait time on the food. They even mixed it for us so we wouldn't have to do the dividing. It was beautiful. I didn't know where to dig in. The first bite was HEAVEN. Their green sauce would taste amazing on a turd. Their little potatoes were to die for. Not only was our breakfast amazing but "one of the Flo's" was very accommodating. The music was originally too loud, and I had only mentioned this to my boyfriend. Moments later it was lowered. Upon professing my undying love for our breakfast - I told "one of the Flo's" I couldn't wait to bring my parents here but my mom has Multiple Sclerosis. I was afraid she would have to stand too long for a table. Not only did she tell me the best times to come for easier seating, but also told us to give them a call and they would do their best to help. They didn't rush us out after we had two more cups of coffee. I loved the environment and loved the food. I cannot wait to come back for lunch and their dinner menu. 5 stars for a stand out place.

Ashley G.

This is my neighborhood brunch spot, and I couldn't be luckier. First off, the food is Mexican inspired and they do an amazing job perfecting it all. Also, the drinks are great and they have a verde bloody mary that is beyond amazing. I also love the host who seats you on weekends, such a friendly great guy. One of the best brunch spots in Chicago.

David R.

I said to my new-in-town breakfast companion, "The Chicago breakfast crowd peaks around 11, so I'll pick you up at 10." (That was a compromise because she likes to sleep in and I prefer to get up and at 'em.) When we walked into Flo around 10:40, the restaurant was full but we were seated right away at a just-opening table. When we left at 11:20, there were at least five or six parties waiting to be seated. Ha! It's great to be right once in a while. The lazy, hungover twentysomethings are so predictable. I've had two delicious breakfasts at Flo--the chilaquiles about two years ago and one of yesterday's specials, an open-faced tamale with eggs and black beans. It wasn't complicated--just the tamale, some chicken, and the wonderful, flavorful, spicy sauce which nearly had me licking the plate. I got the eggs scrambled instead of poached, as they were listed on the menu. Sooooo good. I'm still thinking about it today. The hostess was very friendly and beyond cute. The waiter was curiously uninvolved in our breakfast. He took our orders and brought the check, but in between he never approached us, despite the fact that he spent most of our meal meandering around the front of the restaurant. Sure, I could have flagged him easily if we needed something, but isn't checking on your customers a basic rule of waiting? No problem, though. The food is so damn good here that I wouldn't have minded going to fetch it myself.

Began T.

The food was not well prepared and was low quality, definitely not worth the money. I'm only giving it two stars because it was edible, and I've had worse breakfast food than from Flo's. The service was bad and inattentive regardless of the restaurant being small. The smoothies weren't fresh, and neither was the "fresh-squeezed" OJ. There was an overall laziness here that just isn't found at better restaurants. If I had been suffering from a massive hangover maybe the food would've been great, so maybe that's some insight as to why they have a seemingly well-stocked bar in a breakfast place. Wtf?

Christine F.

In fairness, I got the special chilaquiles here (with chorizo), not the regular ones. The chorizo chilaquiles were really overtaken by the chorizo, and there was way too much sauce and not enough chips. Everything blended together into a big mess, and it probably should have been served in a bowl rather than a plate. Not my favorite chilaquiles in Chicago. But, the place is really cute and the free coffee while you wait is a really classy touch.

Lena D.

Delicious for breakie and delicious for dinner. Just went again and I've been on 3-4 different occasions, great, fresh food. I appreciate a place that doesn't have a 7 pp menu and the food is marginal at best. Flo's is seasonal and only a few pages but a few pages of things they make very, very well. Flavorful and worth the wait. Two of us had drinks, appetizers & entrees for $55, not that bad.

Tom H.

One of my faves in a rapidly gentrifying neighborhood. My girl is a vegetarian and I am, well, a carnivore. It is a tough sell to find a place that we both really enjoy. And Flo is that place. Moved out of the Chicago Avenue hood a few months back, but this is a place that we go back to visit just because of the food, menu, and service. Fantastic seasonal menu. Top-notch enchiladas - veggie or meat. Solid wine list. And the service is perfect, laid back but not stand-offish. As this neighborhood gets more and more 'doushe-tashtic,' Flo stands apart. Good food, good service, and worth a stop for brunch or dinner.

Luke D.

I used to think Flo had one of the top brunches, but their inconsistent quality and service has knocked it out of title consideration. I have had great breakfasts here, and (with increasing frequency) some forgettable ones. Recent performances merit 2 stars, but I'm giving it 3 on the strength of past visits in the hope that a return to glory is possible. My go-to order is the chilaquiles, which used to be the standard by which other chilaquiles in Chicago were judged. On my most recent visit, it was served with room temperature black beans and chips and cold cheese. The eggs were hot, but it wasn't enough to make the whole dish sufficiently warm. Using a hot plate would have probably avoided the problem. The end result was a good-tasting yet lukewarm item that should have been served hot. I would have mentioned it to my waiter, but he was too busy having a discussion at the counter with some other employees. Everyone at the table was halfway through their meals before he stopped by to see how we were doing. We had to flag him down to get the juice he forgot, and then again for coffee refills. On an earlier visit, I once refilled my own coffee from their waiting area as my waiter could not be bothered to stop by. In general, the service at this place is aloof and borderline unhelpful. Management should focus on experience and quality instead of clothes from Urban Outfitters, beards and terrible tattoos (which seem to be the only qualifications for the people who work here).

Melissa R.

I asked the bartender/hostess about bar seating and was told that the bar is for dining only on the weekends. No problem, but I wanted to buy a drink. So, I asked again about stepping up to the bar. You'd have thought I asked if I could step ONTO the bar and take a PEE by the tone of voice and body language of the rude bartender. Jeez, I only wanted to give you $6 for your teeny tiny mimosa. I promise, I will then back away from your precious bar. After that unpleasant encounter, we left and went elsewhere where I paid $7 for a bottomless mimosa and a great brunch without the attitude. I won't be back. I've been dining out too long to take attitude from the people who I want to give money to.

Matthew S.

I'll be back for more. Went to Flo based on Yelp alone (thanks for the heads up, Chicago) and was happy with a great brunch. We had a 45 minute wait on a 30 minute guesstimate, but everyone from the front to the wait staff was polite and efficient. I tackled the Huevos Verdes and was impressed: There was a smashed enchilada with chorizo under the eggs, all prepared great. Our waiter brought out some house pepper sauces, none of which was too hot, but all were great (ask for the green chile and the chipotle sauces). Bonus points for serving the hard to find Black Velvet on the brunch booze menu - never hurts to start your day with Guinness at copilot.

Vanessa D.

Stopped in here for an early dinner last week and was pleasantly surprised. Because it was early, we were the only people in the restaurant (though that changed by the time we left) and we had no idea what to expect as we had just stopped in after walking past. They have a nice menu of latin-inspired food with a bit of a twist. We split some corn + black bean nachos and also had some quesadillas. Very good, and definitely not the standard kind. It was a quick dinner, but we enjoyed the place (very cute) and the service was excellent. We'll be stopping by again for a larger meal soon!

Rafael C.

Oh yeah! I'm feeling the vibe ... feeling the Flo! It is amazing how many great brunch places there are in this great city. You can only get a better appreciation of this if you lived in various places such as myself. I send my visiting peeps to my favorites but it is surprising how that list keeps growing. Well I'm moving Flo close to the top because it absolutely rocks! To get a better gauge of their menu, I ordered one item from the savory side - the chilaquiles. I also ordered one slice of their 3 berry French toast. The chilaquiles was awesome especially if you like it spicy as the poblano salsa throughout the dish kicks it up a notch. And the french toast was really really good too and it is nice to know they have a Brazilian french toast (tropical tasting) and some pancake options too. Damn - I just want to go back now! The curse of finding a great place for the first time just leaves you with this thirst for more! Oh yeah! I'm feeling the vibe ... feeling the Flo! But I digress, Flo has pretty good coffee and surprise surprise it costs less than 2 dollars - other places should follow suit! You can have some complimentary coffee while you wait. Speaking of waiting, yes this place rocks and as such, you will have to wait during busy times. I tend not to feel this pain as much since I go alone most of the time, I find single diners wait very little for a seat at the bar. However, I wouldn't mind waiting the average 45 mins if I come with friends as I know it would be worth it in the end. Go feel the vibe ... feel the Flo!

Gen T.

It's still the best brunch around and I've been eating here for 8 years.

Sunney K.

It's been 10 minutes since I left Flo and I'm already planning what I will eat next. Why? Because this was the least satisfying, subpar meal I have had in a long time. The Polenta Hash may have been the most undercooked dish I've ever been served. The vegetables were still raw, the polenta was mush, and the poached eggs (which were supposed to be over-medium) were so raw they may have given me salmonela. The only saving grace was the Ginger Mimosa, however I am sorry to report it did not get me drunk enough to mask the misery of this meal. In short, I would recommend this restaurant to no one.

Mary Beth K.

Flo has earned a place on my trusted favorites list. Every time I've eaten here, it's been scrumptious. They do southwestern fabulously. From the warm, perfectly dim and cozy decor to the fresh food with a spicy kick, I consistently leave happy. It's hard to get it right every time, but they do, and I give them props in a city where inconsistency is easy to find. Drinks are tasty and the food is always fresh. My favorite: a margarita or two and a Flo Bowl. If you like jambalaya, you'll dig the Flo Bowl. Chx, Shrimp, sausage, rice, veggies... mmmm.... Lovely mood for a casual date. And it won't break the bank. Street parking isn't too bad on Chicago either. I've heard the brunch is good too. Flo can do no wrong.

Lesley S.

flo is one of our go-to brunch places in the neighborhood if we're really hungry and want to be able to walk over before we went we didn't realize that flo had so many mexican dishes on the menu, i love authentic mexican food, esp some good chilaquiles, but i've had some bad ones at other places and haven't been brave enough to try them here. my bf had flo's original burrito and said it was great. a friend also had the huevos rancheros and said they were delish. he's also had a few dirty, dirty bloody marys and said they've all been uber good and nasty. i've had the brazillian french toast, made with yummy challah toast and covered in fruit and some sauce they call a "zamboni" sauce. its kind of marscapone-y, i'm not exactly sure what it is, but its totally yummy. they also have toasted coconut all over it and its a great french toast. their eggs flo is like an eggs benedict. the eggs were poached just right, but the hollandaise was just a little too lemon-y for me. the toast was delicious and the spinach on the bottom was fresh and dry and it also comes with a slice of juicy smoked turkey on it. i love hashbrowns, and i wish theirs were crispier, and we've had inconstant service, but over all flo is a great place we love going to. also, if you have to wait for a seat, like we usually do on a sunday morning, they have free coffee up front to keep you happy.

Stephanie P.

The Food here is really good. I love mexican food, and I love breakfast foods so this place for me is one of my favorites because its an explosion of awesomeness. Ive tried three dishes and my favorite was probably the relano plate from what I recall but they are all fresh and tasty, including some really flavorful sauces and chillies to smother some of the dishes. The portions are just enough as well and not overkill. The only thing I did not like was there specialty bloody mary...but beyond that I will eat often here.

Sonia L.

Wow. This is the cutest place ever with excellent service and great food. The atmosphere is cozy and perfect for a winter Saturday morning. The exposed brick and Christmas wreaths nicely adorned the space. Besides the Flo Burrito and the Eggs Flo being phenomenal, the waitress was super sweet and they had Intellegensia coffee. Compared to most breakfast/brunch places, it is not that loud and it's not too busy. The place is moderately priced and definitely well worth it.

Paul H.

My wife and I have been fans of Flo for a couple of years. We were worried when ownership changed hands, but the food is as good if not better than before. The other night they forgot to put one of our entrees in the to-go bag. The new owner, Amy, actually looked us up in the white pages and drove our meal to our doorstep! I was prepared to drive back from East Garfield Park, but what great service!!! But back to the food...if you like spicy like me and are often disappointed by "spicy" offerings that are much less than, you will be pleasantly surprised by Flo's spicy dishes. From my experience all the ingredients are very fresh and flavorful, and if you dine in the atmosphere is intimately noisy (if that makes sense) and the cocktails are yummy. We both give a thumbs up to Flo!

Jane C.

Nice atmosphere. Friendly waitstaff. Fantastic veggie burrito and enchiladas!

caroline e.

Flo is one of the best restaurants in West Town. I've taken many friends here, and everyone is always impressed. The food is fresh, delicious and reasonably priced (I hesitate to say cheap, but really, it's cheap for the quality and quantity of food they serve). Plus, there's a great, cozy atmosphere and service is excellent. However, all of that is nothing new. Flo consistently gets this kind of praise. Here's what I really want you to know.... No one goes to Flo for dinner. Why? I have no clue. Brunch always gets rave reviews, but personally, I only go after the sun goes down. I've tried a lot of the menu, and honestly never had anything that wasn't delicious, but the grilled calamari is particularly perfect. Best of all, dinner at Flo is such an undiscovered gem that you will rarely wait for a table. Oh, and they have possibly the most inexpensive margartia in the city too.

Julie B.

This is one of my favorite neighborhood places - for brunch or dinner!!! Anita informed me that they are going to be serving dinner (5 pm - 9pm) on Sundays now. I ran about 6 plus miles on Saturday so felt justified in going to treat myself to a Chirizo Scramble (this is excellent). I sat at the bar, instantly had water/coffee in front of me, ordered and not more than 6 minutes later - a perfect meal in front of me. Flo is latin/mexican flare brunch, lunch and dinner. A real gem in the hood.

Karen N.

Flo's is great for brunch and dinner, never tried lunch. First of all, the decor is vibrant and fun. The food is solid and the atmosphere low key and real. It's a down home, neighborhood joint. If you come at their busiest time and have to wait, you can grab a mug of coffee and hang outside. For breakfast, I like chorizo chilaquiles and Flo eggs. Everyone loves the chocolate chip banana pancakes. If I go with a group, we order stack to share. For dinner, I just had their special: grilled tuna tacos. Three fish tacos on corn tortillas with avocado and creamy sauce, cabbage slaw on the side. My friend had spinach mushroom enchilada. We both had mojitos and guacamole to start. The owner was behind the counter making drinks, chatting with regulars eating at the bar. This reminds me of the Hilary's in Wicker Park back then.

Frances C.

Under the guidance of my good friend and best gay, I took a chance and gave my waiter at Flo my phone number. So, shout out to Tony who never called. Either way, the champagne margarita was tasty and sure to give me some liquid confidence for the night (hence phone number giving). As far as the food, meh. I had Gnocchi. While it was pretty innovative and delish, it was TEENY TINY and kinda pricey for my taste. Imran had the calamari tacos (great idea, I'll eat anything that involves calamari) and dom and rene had tacos as well and were underwhelmed. The best part is that we were sure that this restaurant was called GOOD FOOD the entire time we were there.

jojo j.

I LOVE the huevos rancheros here!!! And, while other places have touted theirs, really, this place has the best of them, I'd wager even across the entire country. Try them. I've had countless folks visiting who I cart here, from all parts of the country, and every single person loves them, too. Clean plate club! The staff is... fine. Though unfortunately, for a relatively neighborhood place, not so friendly. I used to come here every weekend and sometimes during the week too, and I've never had any conversational indication that they even recognize me. Which is nice when you come so often. And, I've worked in a coffee shop and so know that, maybe there are brain-fuctioning issues, but otherwise, you recognize people. I like getting a "hi," at least, and "how are you today?" kind of thing. Doesn't happen here, and never has, even when I came to order by "the usual," so she knew me, but never said hey how are you today? Oh! I think I actually had one male server once who made chit-chat with me, asked about what I was knitting I think, but that's the only time. And, he either isn't here that much or I come only on days when he's not here. But, whoever he was, that was nice. And the kind of service I enjoy at a breakfast place. Regarding dinner, I like this place then, too. Though on recent visits they've no longer had this delcious fish, I think it was tilapia, that I used to LOVE here also... Its disappearance makes me sad. I love finding delicious food, and even more so when the service is equally delightful. So then when a favorite dish of mine disappears... *sigh*

Meredith P.

We hosted a party last night for 24 people and were blown away at every turn. The staff has been incredible to work with - accomodated our requests, offered great ideas, and overall were super pleasant to interact with. Everything about the party turned out perfectly. Many commented that the guac and ceviche were the best they had ever had, the sangria was amazing, and every single entree turned out perfectly. Everyone commented how attentive and friendly the service was. I'd go on with more detail, but instead I'd say go there and fo there often. In addition to being a great value, it's simple awesome!

Colin F.

Flo has a great brunch. Free coffee while waiting is pretty amazing. The food and service are really good. I got pork tacos for breakfast and they were great. Only gripe was the way my egg was cooked: not runny enough. The flavors are a balance of modern tex mex and authentic mexican which makes for a great meal. The drinks we got were very good as well, although could be more boozy for what you pay. The inside is really cool, but not temperature wise. It was a muggy morning and i sweat a lot in there, turn on the air people! Do not miss their hot sauces, they are amazing.

Beth E.

Okay, so you'd think a place known for brunch would do a good hash. What a bummer to say NO WAY at Flo. And now let me count the ways: - Celery in hash? Disgusting.... - Veggies all under cooked, almost raw.... - Egg shell still attached to the egg? UNFORGIVABLE The service was really fast, but then again see above regarding the rawish hash. Really wanted to love this place in the hood.

Javier B.

Hadn't been here in years! Funky location (in a good way) and nice space. Decent service, but the food is really just OK. Kind of Tex-Mex. Not my cup of tea. It's just like watered-down Mexican food. Cool place, just don't expect to be blown away by the food.

R O.

Been to Flo at least ten times by this point... and it never fails. The later you go, the longer the wait, but usually it's worth it. The food won't knock your socks off, but it hits the spot. Both the TexMex/Mexican and traditional American breakfast [hi pancakes] items are prepared well. While I'm sure there are better Mexican type breakfast options out there in this city, Flo's doesn't disappoint and is easy (i.e. fear not white people! The place is filled with other white people!) However, while I don't believe that Flo claims to feel and be authentic, let me be clear, it's not authentic in your typical, Pilsen or Little Village type way. So while I like Flo and recommend Flo, there isn't much of an edge to the place.

JRchicago R.

Watchout: The management has changed at FLO. as a result, the food has changed. the enchiladas are totally different than how they were, (now hotter but with less flavor ~ not as good as before). The chorizo scrambler is half the portion as before and with the mild chorizo that caters to the masses, disappointing. guess we'll need to find a new spot. It was fun while it lasted.

Virginia T.

I was very excited to try Flo. It's not too far from my "second home" and the menu looked awesome.......but I was let down. I was pleasantly surprised there was no wait on a Sat AM, however, we got seated in the two top right in the middle of everything. We were uncomfortably close to the booth next to us, and had to keep squeezing in so servers and other diners could pass on the way to the back of the restaurant. Plus, we had a wobbly table, so the whole meal was a balancing act it seemed like. I couldn't decide between the new smoked hash or the polenta hash, but ended up going with the new smoked hash. ("smoked turkey hashed with potato, onion, green pepper & squash , served atop grilled English muffin with chipotle crema"). The English muffins were an off texture, and bland. I'd rather have had store bought :( The has was all different sized pieces, with the squash in tiny pieces but undercooked and the potato in large chunks. The smoked turkey seemed like straight up deli meat and was cold to boot. I got scrambled eggs instead of poached and was disappointed they were dry. J had the chorizo scramble and was really upset his beans & potatoes came out COLD. Plus, I think $8 is a bit much for chorizo scrambled eggs.....I suspect they are preparing things ahead of their order because our food came out SURPRISINGLY fast......but I'd rather waited 10 more min and gotten fresh, hot food. Everyone talked up the homemade sauces but we weren't given any....speaking of which, the service was "ok". I know we were a little island table but we got passed over pretty often. I don't think I'll be back.

Paul C.

I love breakfast, but I never used to eat because I skip it on workdays and sleep through it on weekends. But after a recent transformation into an early bird, I have discovered a renewed appreciation for the foods of the morning. A few Sundays past I ventured into Flo for breakfast and damn if my mind wasn't blown. Flo specializes in Latin influenced breakfast foods and the menu was so vast it was hard to pick just one breakfast. I had some sort of chorizo scramble eggs mix which was simply amazing. I can't speak highly enough for how enjoyable the breakfast was. If you want traditional eggs and toast go somewhere else. If you want a great Latin style breakfast Flo is your place. I know I'll be back.

Lyn B.

The huevos rancheros were really different here... very good, but not worth coming back for. Our waiter was so nice, so that was a plus. Atmosphere is nice- nothing special.

Adriana S.

This being my first Yelp review, I figured it only appropriate to write about a first time experience. I went to Flo this past Sunday morning. After a blissful evening at Pitchfork Festival, I was hungry for something hearty, but not overwhelming. Especially with the blistering heat index that weekend, I wasn't sure what I was in the mood for but my friend suggested Flo so I went with it... I had the frittata (one of the many vegetarian options on the menu). I'm NOT even close to being Vegetarian, and while they do offer the option of adding your meat of choice, I opted to have the dish sans modifications. Having worked in the service industry, I tend to try extra hard to make things as simple as possible for the server. My meal was delicious. The large omelet style dish came fully loaded w potatoes, spinach, onions, green peppers, etc, and topped w cheese. In true tex-mex spirit, It came served w black beens. yummm The menu offered a wide variety of options, from eggs to sweet stuff, depending on your taste. My experience at Flo (in general) was delightful. Service was great. Our server immediately directed us to a nice big table in front. Never once had to ask for a water refill. We must of just beat the Sunday brunch rush because there seemed to be a decent crowd role in as we ate. I also noticed they offer complimentary coffee for guests, in the case that they end up waiting for a table... nice little bonus! All in all, I was pleasantly surprised with Flo and will make sure to revisit.

Leang E.

I appreciate that parking was easy to get, and we only had to wait 5 minutes before being seated. It seems unrealistic as we had passed by so many other brunch spots, and this place is fantastic! I kind of don't want to say more so that it doesn't become over-crowded, but they definitely deserve the recognition. First of all there is free coffee while you are waiting. Let me just throw out Intelligentsia for those that care for coffee and like the brand. It took me a few minutes to peruse through the menu and finally decide on something, but for $7 you can get your traditional breakfast of eggs, bacon, hash browns and toast. Then I got a side of the chicken sausage as well. The portion is actually the right amount. I did not feel ridiculously stuffed afterwards. I liked the seasoning of the potatoes and they do over medium eggs just the way I like them. I want to come back to try more stuff. I think we'll try to bring my boyfriend's mom with us because she'd like the vintage like decor, and I will have a morning drinking buddy. The staff was respectful and more on the quiet side versus the conversationalists. Randomly, we noticed that the wait staff was all guys and that the bartender was a female though. These guys were busy though attending to tables and getting the job done.

Steven B.

I love me some bloody Marys with my breakfast. This is the place to be, although it looks like they've pared down their bloody mary selection to three. Most recently I ordered the green chili and jalepeno bloody mary, which I hoped would be an extra-spicy bloody mary. Instead, I got a glass of alcoholic salsa verde. Seriously, I bet there was not a single ounce of tomato juice in my glass. My girl got the same thing and asked for some tomato juice which transformed it into a delicious, albeit brown, concoction. Now that I have that out of the way, this place has top-notch breakfast food. Everything has been delicious. I ordered the spiced English eggs, which was a special today, and it rocked my nuts off. The chilaquiles, fritata, and breakfast burrito and everything else have always been top notch. I will be coming here often just to make my way through the menu. Additionally, I've never been here for dinner, but I bet it is great because it has a cool neighborhood-ie atmosphere. I don't live nearby, exactly, but whenever I'm in my car I make this my destination.

Barbra B.

It's so consistently great! One of my favorite brunch places! Free intelligentsia coffee while you wait but the wait is never that bad. It is all fresh and full of flavor for any meal. Great bar, great staff, great atmosphere and always good music! My favorite is the Huevos Rancheros. Also great, are their smoothies.

Jerome K.

I enjoyed the Portobello Mushroom and Egg Taco

Bridget L.

I like Flo. Go early or you'll wait, but the chicken enchiladas are the tatties. I love them.

Amy S.

I am in the process of purchasing a condo in the area and on my way to meet the agents and the inspector, I walked by and thought it was so cute! My mom was in town for Mother's day and we were gonna go look at the condo together on Saturday morning and I decided to check it out with her. It was SO good. I got the Huevos Verdes and ate every last bit. It was quick and friendly service. They even give you free coffee while you wait (and the wait was only 5 minutes!)! My mom got the Eggs Flo which is pretty much Eggs Benedict. It was also very delicious and I loved the fresh spinach. Once I get my new place I will definitely be returning to Flo for some tasty brunch!

Nicole B.

Flo's delicious, creative brunch plates are worth the (usually) long wait for brunch. Their food is wholesome, with many house-made elements (chorizo and hot sauce, to name a couple). Much, but not all, of the food is Tex-Mex style. Their Bloody Marys are the best I've ever had. Flo is also a great place to have dinner, a fact that seems lesser known. I often go here on weekend evenings and have never had to wait. I'm kind of disappointed about this, since I'd love an excuse to sip a delicious pre-dinner grapefruit margarita at their cute bar before being seated.

Imogen I.

Hmmm... some people don't like anything, not even Christmas. I don't much care for Christmas either, totally overrated after the age of six, but I like finding out that I'm not one of those people. Not being one to travel in packs (hyena, hipster, or otherwise), I've never had trouble getting a table here. I don't know what is with all the people on the sidewalk on the weekends - perhaps they can't figure out the doorknob. The food is interesting - good interesting not bring-your-dictionary interesting and always well prepared. Salads are fresh, (New) Mexican treats are full of filling and sauce options, and the desserts should be taken to other restaurants to teach them how pies and such are supposed to taste. Portion sizes are made for human not porcine consumption. And, drinks, oh the drinks... who knew there were so many fun options for the anti-fruity-call-anything-in-an-unwieldy-glass-a-­martini folks. Yum. They also seem to have added a polite, knowledgeable, tattooed boy to the polite, knowledgeable girl staff. Yes, I think I like Flo better than Christmas.

Sam L.

Great Huevos Rancheros and anything egg based. Their potatoes that come on the side of their dishes are so delicious. Sometimes the waitstaff can be kind of short, but their food makes up for it! Cute decor, great place to become a regular at!

Heather S.

everything here has great/vibrate tastes from the cocktails to the menu. you have options of the styles of bloody marys! i ordered the rancho burito, incredible! the only thing i would downgrade is the service - the hostess was great but the bartenders and waitstaff were not very warm. it is brunch, make it fun and personal! also prepare for a 15-20 minute wait on the weekends - worth every minute of it! i would recommend and will be visiting again.

Sarah C.

I hate leaving less than rave reviews. But I have to be honest. My second time was last week. My mojito was pretty tasty and my shrimp enchilada was sub-par (because the shrimp still had the tails with shell so I had to handpick at all of them before arranging them back into the wrap). My first and only other visit (2 years ago) was pretty uncomfortable. Our server was super pushy about us ordering alcoholic drinks. She kept nudging us to order each time she came to the table. And when she finally realized we weren't going to drink she pretty much abandoned us. I know a lot of folks love this spot so I might be ordering wrong or going on off nights...but I'm not totally inspired to return.

Kristin S.

I've only been here once for a work lunch and when driving to Butterfly on Chicago the other day realized that I definitely need to go here again. It's a cute, fun little restaurant that seems to specialize in breakfast/brunch options. Most of those breakfast options seem to have a bit of Hispanic flair which is GREAT since nobody makes a better breakfast than Mexicans in my opinion. I a huevos rancheros type dish, but it wasn't traditional at all. There was way more "stuff" on it than you'd normally find, which was not a problem for me at all. Lots of beans, rice, cheese, tortillas, eggs and chorizo. YUM! The sauce was just spicy enough which was pretty spicy since I love spicy foods. I will definitely be back with coworkers for a Mexican breakfast type lunch, though it is a bit expensive for items you can find cheaper elsewhere. Still, I give it two thumbs up!

Brad C.

This has been on my finance's list of places to go for a long time. We ended up going for dinner, but I think we are going to have to go back for brunch sometime. Flo isn't all that big but we were able to walk right in and get a table. I can bet if there brunch is as good as everyone says I can see having to wait for a table. I ordered the catfish tacos with jalapeño cheddar fries and my finance ordered the salmon with mango salsa. We also ordered some veggie quesadillas to share. We were really hungry! The veggie quesadillas were great you should probably get them as a entree since they come with a salad. My catfish tacos rocked! And those jalapeño cheddar fries, tasty! The salmon she ordered was ok but maybe a tad too fishy. She found the mango salsa really spicy, especially since usually mango salsa cools down the other spicy food you are eating. Really great food and top notch service.

Lucas K.

I'm kind of amazed I haven't reviewed this place before. It's three blocks from my house, and has become the default place to take my family when they're in town. GREAT food for INCREDIBLY reasonable prices, they bottle up their sauces to take out (my parents are partial to the roasted red chili, which takes some extra time to make, so order it ahead!), and the service is always personable and attentive.

Meg K.

Flo is a good neighborhood brunch place-- but it's definitely not so good that I'd drive out of my way for it. Cute little place with exposed brick walls and jazz playing in the background, and a brunch menu that is largely composed of hybrid Mexican-American fare at reasonable prices (most if not everything is less than $10) I had the smoked turkey hash which was ok, but not what I was expecting. I was expecting something resembling a corned beef hash except with shredded smoked turkey etc. instead of the corned beef. What I got was basically just chunks of smoked turkey sauteed with chopped zucchini, squash, onion, and jalapeno (barely noticeable). It's a nice combination, but nothing phenomenal. It came topped with two poached eggs, one which was done right, one which was overdone. Bf got the carnitas hash. He really liked it, I wasn't as enthusiastic. Again, not bad, just not particularly special. I'd go back if I were in the neighborhood, but there are too many other brunch places in the city to try to make this a "regular."

Bess R.

Just realized I never updated my review! I've been back to Flo many times, and it's been great. Only annoying time is when we were sat in the back room next to a bachelorette party...but they moved us as soon as they could. nice:) Food is interesting and tasty, and service has definitely improved since my first visit.

Allison B.

Hands down one of my top three favorite brunch locales. I'm in love with this place. Great food (love the frittatas and breakfast burritos), solid service, and they turn the tables over quickly so it's not an obnoxious wait like the Bongo Room. Love the atmosphere too - lots of different types of people - families, friends, dates, you name it.

Jayde L.

I came here recently meeting a friend who was attempting to show me authentic Mexican food. That or he was tired of me nagging him :-) Overall, I enjoyed the dinner. I had one of the specials of the night - salmon and was quite pleased with it along with the side of seasoned rice that accompanied it. He had also given me a piece of his carne asada and that too was a thumbs up. Guac and chips was a no-brainer. Honestly, the only thing that I didn't enjoy here was their *gasp* matgarita. But aside from that, Flo is solid. I'm not sure if I'll come again since it's out the way for me and there's a bajillion restaurants out there, but Flo is def good eats.

Margaret P.

On a Sat at 11am, the wait was a 20 min wait for 3. Easy parking, prompt service, cozy and nice atmosphere, and most important - awesome RED CHILAQUILES. I usually have to ask for hot sauce, but it was not required!! I'll definitely be back!

Jessi D.

I have been a northsider since moving to Chicago, and have been attempting to check out the under appreciated south for a while now. Flo was recommended by a regular at a favorite coffee shop as a great brunch spot, and my boyfriend, who used to live in the area over 5 years ago, did not realize it was still around so we made are way to the restaurant. Can I just say I love bars/restaurants that primarily play mid-2000s indie rock? Because I do. Everything on their playlist were bands I regularly listen to (because I am stuck in college, apparently) and really set a hip, comfortable vibe. Giant abstract artwork in earth tones with ripped and restitched canvas covered the dining room and added to the hip atmosphere. Everything was very warm and inviting. My boyfriend recognized a few of the servers from 5 years ago - always a good sign. Our server, Omar, was attentive but not overly so and was very friendly and made great recommendations. Brought out chips immediately and got our drink and food orders out fast. Ordered a cholula bloody mary and was pretty excited about it - but it was watery and mostly tasted like weak non-cholula hot sauce and mezcal. Could have been more savory and was ultimately the biggest disappointment. Coffee was great, but I didn't get the chance to ask what they were serving. I got green chile chicken enchiladas with a fried egg and extra hatch chile BECAUSE I WAS SO EXCITED that it was on the menu as a southwesterner who has yet to see it on a menu in the midwest. Chicken was juicy and spicy, green sauce had a great char to it, and the egg on top was the perfect touch. Boyfriend got mole chilaquiles, which was the special on that day. Mole sauce was not overly chocolatey in textrue like it traditionally is, but it worked well with the chips and definitely as chilaquiles. I admit that I may have heavily suggested that he order it, and I wish we had split them down the middle! These dishes were both served with black beans and brown rice, rice was great but I wish the beans had been refried. We arrived a bit later for brunch and while they were obviously setting the dining room for dinner service, we didn't feel rushed or ignored at all. Omar kept our water glasses full and kept checking back in until we left, which is a great way to ensure we'll be back.

Carlos S.

It's really a 1.5. Waitress was rude and acted like a dude. She offered the mimosa flight and clearly out of the 3, 2 were the same ones, she literally yelled at me! Took the mimosa like aggressively, said I'll just give you more orange and went into the kitchen and yelled at somebody. She was extremely annoyed by our kid. When he cried she immediately brought the check like f'in flash. This lady is one of the only Hispanic waitresses. Beware she is like a rabid dog! The chilaquiles were a 5 out of 10. The buttermilk pancakes 7 out of 10. The mimosa flight: bellini yuc, hisbuscus yuc, orange 6/10. Would I come back? He'll NO! $64!!!!!!

Sarah Z.

If you hate spicy food like I do, you will love Flo. It's the bland-man's-okay-kind of spicy It's spicy, but not too spicy It's the-makes-sense-kind of spicy It's the I-can-taste-my-food spicy There is spice, but my mouth is not on fire spicy It's the these-are-interesting-favors-exploding-in-mouth kind of spicy You will not dart for the toilet or have an upset tummy the rest of the day from this spice Catch my drift? Come here for a satisfying, filling brunch without making you feel like gross. And the good kind of spice!

Sara M.

Neighborhood staple and having a friend move into the neighborhood and wanting to explore brunch we walked over to Flo! Having been there years ago the food was still good and reasonably priced. We went for brunch on a Saturday around 11am, no wait for a table and friendly staff. Kept my order simple with the Flo Combo of scrambled eggs, house potatoes and chicken apple sausage. And coffee of corse!

Minh C.

My Flo Bowl was overfilling with flavor. Instead of the brown rice, I substituted in vegetables. The seafood and meats meld together well, with plenty of spices peppering the taste buds. Although the portion size was okay, the sauce's oily consistency helped to make me feel fuller even without the volume.

Darren B.

Steak Benedict what? Sounds great on paper and it was pretty darn good in reality too. I tried their breakfast burrito too, and was not a fan of it. Service was really slow and not very present or interested in our experience. Seating in the main room is a much nicer atmosphere than the back area. I did not think their espresso was very good. I might come again, but I very well may not either.

Merril I.

Wow. Probably the best brunch I've had in the city. If you like latin-influenced cuisine, this brunch place is for you! I had the ranchero smothered burrito and my friends and I split the fruity pebbles French toast on the side. All of it was amazing - I mean my burrito was topped with guacamole, so of course I'm sold. You know you ordered the right things when people from nearby tables stop talking and stare at your food and ask what you had ordered (I also did the same after I was seated). It tasted as good as it looked. Splitting the sweet dish was definitely the way to go. It's super rich so a few (delicious) bites is all we could do. 4/5 stars for my experience mostly for the long wait (expected) but that morning they definitely accidentally skipped seating my group. So if they say 45 min, just check in after 35-40 to remind them you're still there. They also have coffee for your wait which is a definite plus. Overall, excellent spot though and I will definitely come back!

J P.

Food was amazing, service was great! Loved that they had coffee for those of us waiting for a table in the entrance. Loved that they had a mimosa flight. The apple mimosa was soooo good. It was a big group of us and everyone was beyond happy with what they ordered so you won't he disappointed! The berry pancakes was fresh and fluffy. Definitely will be back!

Antaash U.

With the gorgeous weather gracing my lovely city these days, an outdoor dining option is a major requirement for me. Flo has a small number of umbrella covered tables on the sidewalk to fulfill such a requirement :). However, the inside of the restaurant is also lovely and would make any dining experience an enjoyable one. The food at Flo is hearty, stick to your ribs, without the gluttonous portions. They have a pretty diverse menu making it easy for everyone to find something that's to their liking. I ordered the Caribbean Jerk Chicken Salad, and it was very good. The greens were fresh, and accompanied by two delicious slices of thick, toasted, buttery, sinfully delicious slices of bread. The service was attentive without being overbearing. I think Flo would definitely be a great place for brunch or lunch with friends, regardless of the weather!

Cassidy A.

Delicious sweet and savory! The pulled pork tacos were so tasty, and they serve half orders of pancakes/French toast. The eggs are cooked to perfection! Green smoothie is very refreshing! Server Omar was fabulous

Jessica Y.

One of the best brunch spots I've been to in Chicago. Friendly staff and incredible food. The fruity pebbles French toast is a must try and the hash was excellent too.

Calin D.

I am from the Southwest United States - (The 4 Corners area). There is a large difference between "Mexican" food and "New Mexican Food" - aka: Taos New Mexico. If you're looking for "New Mexican Food" and you're stuck in Chicago - go to Flo, get a Chile Bloody Mary, eat the Pablano, Pico, Cholula, or Salsa. Close your eyes while you eat and I promise, you'll be in Taos when you do! The Brunch, including the Ranchero Burrito, was just like home.

Jess W.

My boyfriend is an enormous child and therefore enjoyed his cocoa pebbles french toast, but everything else was off. I had a weird, watery Paloma and an otherwise flavorless breakfast burrito irrationally crammed with pickled jalapeños. I'll eat pickled jalapeños out of the jar and I thought it was gross, how did anyone think that was the best choice? Usually I'd ask the bartender to remake my drink but he looked like he was in hell already. There are better places to drop $40+ on brunch for two.

Alma C.

Flo's Hatch green chile chicken enchiladas have tasted exactly the same for 10+ years. Why? Because you don't mess with perfection.

Kelley G.

Good overall. Food was amazing however waited about 45 minutes, it is a Sunday so understandable. They had complimentary coffee while you wait (mugs were really dirty and stained) however, it was a nice gesture.

Kimberly K.

I haven't been to Flo in four years and thought I'd give it another try after not being impressed when I lived in the neighborhood. I had the fish tacos and still was not blown away. My friends were not super-thrilled with their entrees either. Nothing there is band, but it could and should be a lot better for the price and hype.

Liz U.

Awesome experience this Sunday! Had the red chilaquiles(with poblanos, black beans, corn) topped with cheddar cheese . I also couldn't resist trying the fruity pebble french toast with a blackberry/blueberry sauce. Both of these were awesome!! The tortillas in the chilaquiles were crisp, not soggy at all, and that french toast took me back to my childhood, but in an adult way . I ate ALL of it.

Julie K.

Flo is really good and a short walk from my condo, making it am ideal choice for breakfast. Oh and I love Mexican food, so that works too. My huevos rancheros were very good as were the huevos verdes, that we also ordered. Sauces made up for what the potatoes were lacking. (Can someone please do hash browns or breakfast potatoes right??? - thanks). Sat at the bar .... Typical hipster (IDGAF) service. Almost asked him if he was mad or hungover...but whatever. Would I wait 45 minutes to eat here...never. But if you time things right, a tasty option for Mexicany breakfast on Chicago Ave.

Phil B.

Flo consistently has very good food! I can't remember ever having a bad meal! Yesterday I stopped in for a salad. I opted for the jerk chicken salad. It was wonderful! Mixed greens, Light salad dressing outstanding taste and comes with some homemade bread, it is just awesome! You must stop in at this wonderful restaurant on Chicago Avenue!

Opal K.

Best brunch in the city. Had the huevos rancheros which were fantastic and the green chilaquiles which was delicious!! Great service and barely any wait ! Will be back for dinner!!!

Joleen J.

This place is so tasty; I used to eat here when I lived in Chicago 10 years ago. I am so happy to see that is still around. My first favorite thing about Flo is that they offer enchiladas with the New Mexico style sauces, not just the (delicious) green chile sauce, but also the rarer-outside-of-New Mexico red chile sauce. And it tastes fantastic. Everything about Flo is charming, and I hope it continues to thrive now that the neighborhood is changing a bit.

Jenna S.

Delicious! Great brunch place with hot coffee while you wait for a table. Have had two dishes here and they were both equally well made.

Grace E.

Casual but friendly service, prompt and efficient with great restaurant buzz The smothered burrito is a bit spicy from the chorizo and really good when all the ingredients are mixed with the sauce/guac and potatoes served on the side. The fruity pebbles French toast is sweet in both flavor and childhood throwback goodness. Yum! Also, extra props to the host who used my name to say goodbye on my way out. Good service is in the details :)

demika c.

I've been here a few times and it's always good! I have had anything from Flo that wasn't delicious.

Shan D.

The best huevos rancheros in the city! I won't order anything else on the menu b/c it's that good. Food comes out quick. I've never had to wait more 20 minutes even during a weekend brunch. The free coffee always helps the time go by faster. They have mimosa flights that my friends love, but I usually just stick with the coffee and mango smoothies.

Nicholas T.

I love when I walk in to a nice place and feel right at home. Awesome staff, great drink selection and amazing food! Go with the Flo.

Evan C.

I went here for brunch during the week so I was seated right away. I started out with a Cholula Bloody Mary with bacon bourbon and it was delicious. If you are not a fan of spicy Bloody Mary's do not order this. For brunch we had the Chorizo Scramble and the Skirt Steak Eggs Benedict. The Chorizo Scramble was delicious, but the steak took the cake. This is a bit of a hike if you live around the loop, but the brunch is worth it. Great place!

Mary S.

Quick delivery of food and good! I came with a friend on Sunday at 1030a and we got the first table by the door. Lots of bigger groups waiting but because it was just the 2 of us I think we lucked out. I ordered the Egg Sandwich which came with house potatoes, and it was very refreshing. Not messy or oiling, and I loved it with the sour dough bread. My friend ordered the Flo's Original Burrito which looked amazing and she said it was just awesome. My only dislike about this place is I felt so rushed by the waitress. I had to ask for more coffee and wished she would have been more attentive. I think because they're so busy and it's a small place they try to turn the tables over very quickly which makes me feel like I need to just hurry up and eat and leave. It was delicious though...so will probably come back if in the area agian.

Mf L.

Let me start by saying people always say brunch is the best, but my favorite is dinner. If you're only doing brunch, you're missing some of their best dishes. This isn't saying brunch is bad, its really good! But the dinner is the clear winner (and even better because it does not have the brunch wait times!). The drinks are delicious (I still the sangria is a steal at $5), beef tacos are delicious (and remain my favorite, but I still like to try other things - especially whatever special they are having that day). Service is friendly, helpful and consistent - I really like that I see the same people over and over again.

Brittany C.

It was great! I had the fruity pebble french toast, REALLY sweet, but it was good. I had it with their homemade chorizo which was awesome, and what I needed to counteract the sweetness of the french toast. Also had the mimosa flight which was also fantastic! Service was great, everything was great !! My only suggestion is to get their early, because that place becomes packed quick!

Anais M.

Unbelievable food, drinks, service and atmosphere. Flo is a perfect place for brunch. Try the Huevos rancheros and have a Bloody Mary. Excellente!

Tracy L.

I fell in love with this place. Hibiscus margarita, black bean and corn nachos, and duck tacos. All amazing. Just one problem... They need to liven up their dessert menu. When I go out and indulge in some good eating, I always want good dessert! I was disappointed with the dessert menu but nonetheless, still left the place with a happy belly and would go back!

Patrick C.

I like too spicey and you will not find that here but what you will find is the taste of Sant Fe style Mexican. Very helpful and friendly staff and the service was super fast.

Maja C.

I love this restaurant so freaking much. Go for breakfast and have the chilaquiles! Their drinks are also top notch, especially the Bloody Mary's. Service has always been friendly an completely unpretentious. This review is based solely on their brunch, because I didn't even realize until recently that they are open for dinner (I'm sure it's fantastic). I've had a lot of Chicago brunches, and this is one of my favorite spots!

Jana S.

The food is phenomenal. Drinks are solid. The lines are long...so try sitting at the bar. As for food - we've had about 50% of the menu and everything has been delicious. There are lots of vegetarian options as well!

Jonathan E.

fantastic breakfast spot. worth the wait. my Chorizo Scramble was immaculate. tip: grab some free coffee while you wait for your seats. highly recommended.

Ronald P.

Read on Chicagoist that Flo's is one of the 18 best brunches in Chicago and felt ashamed that I had neither been to this place nor even heard of it prior to reading the article. So I decided to change that this AM. Got there around 10:45AM. The place was buzzing but I had no issues being seated at the bar. 1st up was their spicy Bloody Mary which has some kick to it and was worth the $7 despite being a little light on the garnish. For my meal, I had the chorizo breakfast tamale and that thing was fantastic. Spicy red chile sauce blended with sausage and a poached egg atop of a well-done tamale. Yummmm... You have to get everything on the fork to really appreciate this. From egg folk to corn maza OR you can't feel it properly. I'll be back...

David A.

I had high expectations because Chicagoist had this place listed 1st in their top 18 brunch places. The article had a mouth watering picture of the Fruity Pebbles French Toast (could be gimmicky, could be amazing) and the rest of the menu looked interesting enough. Food presentation was very nice looking but the overwhelming characteristic of our food was watery/soggy. I got the Chorizo Tamale Hash - two flavorless runny poached eggs atop an extremely thin veneer of chorizo sitting on a masa cornbread base that was way too thick for the other components. This was sitting in a flavorless watery red sauce with watery black beans on the side. My daughter got the Fruity Pebbles French Toast - it looked as good in person as in the picture - but after a few initial bites, the cereal topping became a soggy mush. The berries that were garnishing the french toast tasted like they were rinsed in water to remove any syrup or other flavor that might have remained on them. The bacon side was a sad soggy plate of 4 thin strips. I usually will cut a place some slack if I have a mediocre meal, but this just totally rubbed me the wrong way today, especially at $36 for two of us. Service was pleasant enough, so I won't give 1 star, but there are *so* many other amazing brunch places in town that run circles around this food.

Laura A.

So sad. Not confirmed, but based on the past 3 visits and recent comments here, it appears Anita is gone, and Flo may be under new ownership, and it's not good. The menu and food (dinner) seems to be the same, which is a plus. But the staff...not so much. Server couldn't even muster a generic, half-assed greeting such as "Hi, how are you this evening?" Just a cold., "What can I get you?" I'm not especially demanding, but that's a kiss of death so far as I'm concerned. What is worse is that it seems as if it may be a place for the new owner or manager to hold court and entertain her friends, which is not good in such a small space. Looks like all new waitstaff, and that's not good, either. Been going to Flo regularly for close to 9 years, but it looks like that could be coming to an end. Heartbroken because this was my favorite go-to neighborhood spot. Will give it a few more chances and hope that it somehow returns to form.

Marco D.

Flo is a New Mexican inspired restaurant offering an updated twist to southwestern favorites. Initially, I accompanied a coworker for lunch and was quite shocked to find a restaurant that used real New Mexican red chili sauce. Something I only get when visiting family in New Mexico. I learned that the owners are from New mexico and have real Chimayo red chili shipped in. The meals are always solid and never heavy. In the afternoons the restaurant is bustling and the servers are pleasant. The morning and lunch menu is a lot of fun and the dishes seem to be a bit more authentic to New Mexican cuisine, in the evening the menu is a bit more stylized and the meals are a little more elegant as is the atmosphere. In the evening they also feature very adventurous drink specials. I had a couple of jamaican ginger ale/ rum concoctions that were really great. They do offer veggie friendly dishes and all dishes are made to order.

Ellen H.

Went for Saturday brunch with mom. This place never fails to provide the perfect little meal no matter what I'm craving. On Saturday, it was something sufficient...so I had the Breakfast Burrito. Soooo good. Flo is down the street from me so I go a few times each month. They have an amazing brunch but also serve up a pretty impressive dinner and a fantastic mojito (that goes down waaay too easily I might add). Oh, and if you're there for brunch, a couple other winners on my list are the Chorizo Scramble and the French Toast. Ridiculous.

Holly S.

I love Flo. I live like 4 blocks away, so it's not a whine-worthy "trek" for me as it is for many reviewers, apparently. I've been there for brunch, lunch and dinner more times than I can count. Every time, I've been nothing but pleased with my food, and the prices are excellent. The service is generally good, though not remarkable. Brunch is always delish, and I'm not a bloody mary fan so I can't speak to those, but the mimosas are always just dandy. Come dinner time, I've had excellent, inexpensive skirt steak, fish, you name it. Also, the mojitos are a steal for the price you pay, as are a number of the mixed drinks. I really don't know how anyone can say anything bad about Flo...and I think I've been there enough times now, that I'd have run into an issue if they had any consistent ones. Anyone who had a bad experience...go back. I'm willing to bet it will be good the second time around.

Kristina C.

I had heard good things about Flo's food and so I decided to make a night out with some relatives and treat folks to dinner. I have to say that I was not disappointed with the food. It was delicious. The calamari may very well be some of the best I've ever had and the sauces used for the enchiladas and for the various entrees were magnificent! The only thing that is keeping this place from getting a better rating is the atmosphere. We waited for several minutes at the door before someone showed us to a table and the waitstaff was, well...a little creepy. I mean, they were very nice, but just sort of distant and quiet and removed from the situation. The service was prompt once we sat down and everything was well paced. I would certainly go again, maybe for brunch. Perhaps a little sunlight will help liven the place up. Overall, I highly recommend to go, even if it is for dinner. Like I said, the food was wonderful, fresh and flavorful! We all had something different (chicken medallions, 'everything' burrito, grilled salmon and the tilapia) and every single person had the same reaction to their food "Mmmmmm".

Megan G.

VERY GOOD. Brunch and dinner, been there many times and excpet for the the long wait I cant say anything bad about it!

Andrea B.

I came here for a co-worker's birthday for dinner on a Thursday night. It was around 6 pm, so the place wasn't hopping, but then again, I am not sure what their business is like (aside from their brunch, which i hear is amazing). Basically my rating comes from the food service, and overall appeal. I wasn't blown away, but then again, it didn't completely suck. I will say the decor is amazing. Old brick of the building lines one wall, while the other is painted and plastered and adorned with random vintage mirrors. Artwork also lines the walls, which adds a nice touch. The original architecture of the building has been kept in tact almost...the tin roof is painted, and very detailed woodwork is near the entrance, although this is closed off by glass windows, as I am assuming it was once an old storefront of some sort. The lighting is quite soft, which would make this a nice dating or lounge spot. There is a small bar, and they provide a rather extensive drink list. Everyone ordered enchiladas...which doesn't offer much variety in terms of what the menu is like. I will say that there are tacos and fajitas...there are also some non-Mexican dishes available, but be prepared to expect some Latin flair to almost everything. We ordered an appetizer of guacamole, which was quite good. Onto the food! I had potato and cheese enchiladas with a garlic cream sauce. My sides were rice and corn salad. The corn salad was tasty, the rice could have used a little something. The enchiladas themselves smelled like conversation hearts for some reason, but wow...were they good! I ate practically everything, and as almost all of my friends know, I can hardly finish anything without asking for a container. One co-worker ordered the same but with a red chile sauce that she thankfully had on the side...one tiny taste of it made her cringe it was so hot. Everyone else seemed to enjoy what they had, so no complaints there. The service was good, everyone was quite attentive to giving us more water, fresh silverware, and the like. We did not get dessert...no one could eat another bite, although I hear their coconut cake is quite the yummy. I suppose I will have to make another trip here for that OR the brunch, which most people seem to be raving about. Flo is quite hip...don't expect Mexican music to be playing or sombreros flying everywhere. All in all, I was quite satisfied, and I would definitely make another trip just to try it out again.

Claire B.

The first time I went to Flo, it was for a wedding shower several years ago. The bride's sisters were able to rent out the place for the evening to hold the shower there. I remember the food being very good. The place was large enough to hold the 30-40 guests, but still gave a cozy feeling. Fast forward a three years later and I find myself revisiting the same place with the very same bride, her husband and their new 3-month old. My friend and I decided to split two dishes because we couldn't decide on one thing. I wound up having the French toast (with almond butter and syrup) and the Eggs Flo (an Eggs Benedict with brioche toast and grilled smoked turkey instead). The French Toast was very good. I wasn't too keen on the Eggs Flo, because I'm not too big on the smoked turkey. For those who like smoked turkey, I would not hesitate to recommend Eggs Flo. The building and decor is very charming. Dark wood and the original architecture looks like it's still intact. It doesn't have that modern, cold, froufrou feeling. The prices are reasonable, especially with the menu choices. The service was good. If being kid-friendly is a decision maker, Flo will work for either way. They are kid-friendly, but the kids I saw there were pretty well-behaved (a plus in my book). You have to love a place that serves Intelligentsia coffee. Sometimes this is a wait, but you can partake in some free Intelligentsia coffee which they conveniently have at the front, complete with mugs at the ready. The dinner and drinks menu look good. I look forward to going back and trying more. Maybe, I can even convince my friends to split their plates with me...

Roger W.

Been here for dinner and brunch. Awesome for brunch. Had the huevos verdes. Some of the other peoples dishes looked better, but mine tasted awesome. I want to come back super bad. The waiter was really attentive, except took a while to get us the check and then longer to get us our credit card back.

Glo K.

Fresh ingredients. Friendly staff. Great food. It's a great place to go with your friends, family or even for a romantic dinner. I'll definitely go back!

Dave N.

I know what you're thinking... another five star place that isn't really five stars. I challenge you to find something on the menu that isn't enticing, so be sure to get here before 1030am on the weekend or you may have to endure a 20-30 min siesta. Waiting for a table isn't so bad: Intelligentsia coffee is ready for you on the counter. I haven't been here for anything but brunch, but all the food is amazing and reasonably priced.

Val B.

Any breakfast place that serves regular enchiladas for breakfast is amazing. My only complaint is that the check took forever... otherwise, great.

Vanessa M.

Every time I come here I order something different and it is ALWAYS DELICIOUS. Awesome egg dishes for brunch and superb shrimp tacos, turkey sandwich or caprese sandwich at lunch time. Everything has so much flavor and is made with fresh ingredients. Friendly and efficient service with atmosphere that is laid back and comfortable with interesting artwork to look at. I'm not a fan of their sangria but other than that, there is a reason this place has a line every weekend.

Meg O.

Once upon a time, back in the day of Tacopalooza Saturday nights, I would have given Flo at least 4 stars. And, just so you know, if I were solely rating brunch, Flo would almost definitely receive the full 5. However, based on my experience last night, Flo was just A-Ok. And that's okay, because in a few weeks or months, I will return to Flo on a Saturday or Sunday with many friends in tow, and sit at the big round table in the back and eat something scrumptious like polenta hash and sip a fantastic red chile bloody mary and simply update my Yelp review. However, I digress. Let's focus on last night. I kind of feel bad, because my dinner companion had just eaten at Flo less than a week before, but, because he's a nice person and I hadn't eaten at Flo since Memorial Day weekend, we went. I wasn't overly blown away by the dinner options. They all sort of blended together in my head, although perhaps if I had ordered the gnocchi this would have been a different review. I ended up choosing the shrimp enchiladas with green chile salsa--I do appreciate the very New Mexican option of choosing your salsa--with sides of corn salad and cheddar jalapeno home fries. The corn salad was excellent! The perfect blend of cilantro and other spices, nice pieces of tortilla mixed in, and a good ratio of creaminess to vinegar. The home fries sounded a lot better than they were. They were sort of average-diner quality. I don't understand why the jalapenos couldn't have been blended in a more subtle manner. The enchiladas themselves were pretty tasty, but the shrimp were chewey. Overall, the service was very good. That is definitely an aspect of Flo that has improved over the years. My margaritas were pretty tasty, but the salt was so heavy-handed the first time that the second one I ordered salt free. The server was great about bringing me more coffee after the meal. And the price was very reasonable. I will definitely return for brunch, about which I will then rave. And please, dear Flo, I know this is so old-school, but will you please bring back Taco-Palooza?

Stephen G.

What a great find, I had the huevos rancheros and it was tastee! the prices are reasonable the service is great too. one time we had an older guy by the name of Alex and he was authentic in every way.

Cody M.

It was crowded, but we only had to wait 10 minutes or so. The coffee was pretty good while we waited, but we ended up getting charged when the waiter noticed someone get up to refill their cup during the meal. Guess its not so complimentary... I got the Chorizo Scramble. I have had better, and for the same price. I ate at Tiztal the day before, and almost everything was better. At Tiztal, the waiters were actually friendly, and the food was much more authentic and tasty. I am kinda disappointed in this restaurant, but luckily there are better ones to brunch at.

Phillie P.

Well.. if I didn't live so close it would get 4. However I do and I was inspired to make my own chocolate chip banana pancakes. I probably wouldn't try to emulate anything else because they make breakfast yummies so well. My review is for brunch. Added: thanks to Flo, I now make my own banana chocolate chip pancakes... almost on a daily basis.

Sue A.

Best black bean burger ever, combined with a side salad, makes an awesome meal!

Ben D.

I love you Flo. I love you when I'm tired and hungover on Saturday morning and need a Mojito to go with my huevos rancheros. I love you on Wednesday night for dinner when I want some enchiladas and a margarita. Great place for breakfast, can get packed on the weekend but they have free Inteligentsia coffee for you to keep you out of the coma while you wait. Once you do get seated the wait staff is very friendly and relaxed just looking to make sure you get what you need with no bullshit. The most incredible thing I have ever had here was the tamale hash. It was one of the specials on the weekend and I left a small part of my soul with that plate of food because I could barely move after eating through the entire thing. Solid breakfast the whole way through be it huevos rancheros or huevos verde. I've been here for dinner as well. Potato enchiladas with red sauce brought a smile to my stomach. Every time I leave here I always have a hard time walking home because I'm so full and all I want to do is stay and eat more.

Girl C.

Flo is a fabulous neighborhood spot for brunch, but be prepared for a pretty long wait before you can get in...If they're incredibly crowded (especially if the weather is warm), you'll find that you're sitting in cramped quarters once you've gotten a table - but it's worth it. Their egg sandwich is fabulous, especially when paired with the fresh fruit and granola. Their coffees are wonderful. Their prices are friendly ($20 paid for two dishes, two lattes, tax and tip). Even the chocolate and banana pancakes are to die for (ask for extra chocolate)! Make sure you're there early enough to avoid the wait...And if you're driving? You'll have to find street parking and Chicago Avenue tends to be packed with parked cars...A few of the little side streets are not permit parking, so don't be afraid to park there!

neesha d.

best chilaquiles in chicago! i don't know how we found this place but so glad we did! went for brunch on sunny saturday and really exceeded our expectations! we got chilaquiles and huevos rancheros was awesome! the sauce was really great, the tortillas were cooked wonderfully. we got the green chili and spicy bloody maries- i was less impressed with those. but i really recommend everyone to go here for brunch at least once!

Henry S.

I have been having breakfast at Flo every Saturday for the last 7 years. Taking into consideration the occasional illness, out of town trips, and other numerous visits for dinner, I'll claim that I have eaten at Flo roughly 500 times. No other restaurant can lay that kind of claim for me. My Saturday morning routine consists of a half hour of cardio exercise; an hour of weight training; and, to reward myself for all that effort, a nice cold margarita at Flo and whatever breakfast dish strikes my fancy that morning. With this kind of relationship with the restaurant, this review will be very biased. However I will try to be as objective as possible. Service is always very warm and friendly. Hot coffee is on offer while you wait. The customized Intelligentsia blend is strong and dark. My usual favorite dishes are the following. The Eggs Flo. 2 thick slices of brioche, topped with 2 almost equally thick slices of smoked turkey, topped by freshly poached eggs over a river of Hollandaise sauce. All this goodness sits on a bed of raw spinach. The Borracho Burger. My hangover cure. Thick patty cooked to temperature, on an eggy, buttery brioche bun, topped with a punchy salsa. Wake me up! The Flo Hash. It is a tangle of diced turkey sautéed with onions, zucchini, peppers, and other veggies. The other half of the dish is a 'hash' of diced fresh fruit. The house-made Granola. It is a giant bowl of crunchy goodness with a thick glob of yogurt. Of all dishes, this is the one that I can never finish completely. The Egg Sandwich. Brioche toast filled with scrambled egg, and stacked perfectly with layers of raw spinach and roasted red peppers. These are just my favorites. A new item on the menu, the Guadalajara Scramble, is my current favorite. It is basically skirt steak fajita with scrambled eggs, sided with black beans. The steak is tender and well-seasoned, the veggies crunchy, and strips of fried tortillas round out the dish. Yummy deliciousness. Why 5 stars? It is a neighborhood gem, and a bustling place. The staff is warm and friendly. The manager is gracious and an excellent bartender. The cocktails are strong. The food is delicious. It is a part of my daily life, and I just love, love, love Flo. Goober says hey!

SE W.

Arrived with a group of 7 and were seated in minutes. Great selection of vegetarian and vegan. I had the vegan green bowl, which consists of rice, pick de gallo, guacamole, peppers and portobellos with a gren sauce. They have vegan bloody Marys, too! Guacamole and chips were awesome too! Deep fried chips, yum!

Tariq A.

I come here for the Huevos Rancheros and I was pleased to learn that they serve breakfast till 2 PM! I have yet to find anything on the menu that I have not enjoyed. Cool atmosphere, attentive sevice, and flavorful food.

Puja D.

I had seen amazing reviews of this place on Metromix and Yelp so I had to try it despite the fact that I had to drive 35 minutes from lakeview to get here! We waited about 40 minutes for a table on Sunday afternoon. The food did not live up to all the hype. Maybe I was expecting too much, I dont know - but it wasn't good, and it wasn't bad. Yes it was a good brunch - i got the flo frittata (i think) and it was good, but nothing spectacular. I felt it was missing something - I can't pinpoint it. The price was decent so I didnt complain. I think I would recommend it if you were in this area - but dont commute to this place. There are plenty of just as good brunch places around the city - but thats just my opinion.

Suzy C.

I haven't been at Flo for about three years but always remembered my experience to be good. I went back today for brunch and found the experience disappointing. The breakfast burrito was a true disappointment. My bf had the steak sub and I actually liked that one. It's not quite what you expect but it comes with this sauce that's really full of flavor and gives the sub a tex mex flare. Their home fries disappointing and they skimp out on the portion. The only good thing about brunch today was the chocolate banana pancakes. The key is that they cook the banana with the batter instead of just layering it on top. Because the banana is cooked into the pancake, the heat makes the flavor pop out and you're left with this gooey delicious banana flavored pancake that is quite good. Even my bf who normally hates anything sweet loved the pancake. I know everyone loves Flo but it didn't do it for me this time around.

Tom K.

Better for breakfast/brunch than dinner. Good coffee, nice staff, creative latin dishes make me a frequent diner.

Kim J.

Flo, I went far too long without visiting you, and for that, I'm sorry. Now that I live a lot closer, I'll be sure and stop by more often. I had a delightful brunch at Flo this weekend. The free coffee while you're waiting is a nice touch, that's for sure. Our table ran the gamut from sweet to savory. The berry french toast was a big hit, as were my corn cakes. The boyfriend loves his huevos rancheros. The breakfast sandwich was good, although a bit onion-y for my tastes (and I like onions a lot! so that says something). Friendly service, good prices, yummy food, short wait. What else could a girl want out of brunch?

Kathryn M.

Love this place. I catch brunch here from time to time, and although I've always had to wait (no more than 20 min), you can help yourself to the coffee stand right inside the front door. Coffee while I wait? Yes, please! :) I like the Flo Frittata, a wonderful scramble of eggs, cheese, black beans, spinach, potatoes, onions, and some sort of poblano sauce. And the service has always been divine - they never miss a beat on a low water glass or an empty coffee mug. Cheers to Flo!

Janna V.

I really like Flo-- Its a little crowded to wait in the winter, but they give you free coffee while you wait. A friend and I try a new brunch place every month or so- I had a huevos verdes because I saw someone else with it and it looked so good! I would love to go back and try everything else! My dining partner really liked hers as well. The dinner menu looks really good and they had some enticing special events.

Brian R.

I just left Flo and am on cloud nine, I have left many restaurants in Chicago indifferent as to if and when I would be back. I am already recruiting friends for my next trip , dreaming of what ill try next. I had the calamari to start grilled to perfection not over spiced with grilled bread on the side. Super crunchy on the outside , soft and perfect on the inside. But that was just the app. When David our server.... A true pro... Served my Chile rellano entree I might as well have been meg Ryan in when harry met Sally.....orgasmic for you youngins...grilled, indulgent , not fried to tastlessness. If you want southwestern cuisine not tex mex garbage you will be blown away!

Nicole C.

We eat here on a WAY to regular basis. I love their brunch menu and dinner is always special. They are very accommodating to my gluten allergies, as are most ethnic restaurants. There red and green sauces do have flour in them, so beware if you are afflicted. The prices are very reasonable and the staff is very friendly.

Jillian R.

It may not look like much from the outside, but the ambiance and atmosphere instead Flo was warm and cozy. I didn't know how long it would take me to get there on the Chicago bus and ended up arriving more than 20 minutes early to meet my friends. I sat at the bar sipping on sangria (I'm always on the hunt for a great sangria!), chatted a bit with the bartender, who gave me a gratis glass. The food was excellent. I loved the veggies tacos, and my friends were raving about their enchiladas and margaritas. The waiter, tall and blonde, was definite benefit, too! I'm excited to come back and try brunch!

Michelle B.

I went to Flo on Thursday for lunch with some coworkers. The food was amazing and the staff was very polite. I had the gazpacho which comes with homemade tortilla chips. Yummy! lots of good-sized chunks of veggies! I also had the smoked turkey sandwich. The melted cheese paired with the roasted red pepper and the greens made that sandwich more than I hoped for. Next time I am going for the enchiladas or the french toast! The atmosphere is cute, a little casual but they definitely welcome you when you come in the door! I will definitely be back soon!

Johanna C.

I like going to Flo for dinner. Never been here during the brunch hour - scared because any brunch place in this neighborhood usually means a wait! They usually have a Tomato Bisque or Basil soup that I love to have as an appetizer. The Flo Bowl is fantastic. It is what I usually order for dinner. It is very flavorful and like having a home cooked meal. I've had the Grilled Vegetable Tacos here which were ok. I felt that the tortilla was overpowering the taste of the veggies. From that experience I determined that the Spanish part of the menu may be pretty bland. It is dimly lit in evenings. It is very casual. The service is different each time - sometimes they are very attentive and sometimes they are not. They are for the most part friendly. They always have specials with entrees and drinks and it seems like they change the menu for the season (check out eatatflo.com for more info). Be prepared to spend around $15 - $20 per person which I believe to be reasonable for Flo. BTW, parking in this area stinks on weekends so I wouldn't try it. The Green Zebra and Soniteque (sp?) are close by so you are competing with the residents and folks looking to hit up those places on a weekend. Try around 6pm or so on a weekday.

Melissa L.

Flo is a great brunch/breakfast place. I'm not as big a fan of the dinner menu. Still, the place represents many of the things I love about Chicago. It is comfortable and hip, but unpretentious. The people watching is fun. The dishes are fresh and inventive. And they have the service--a nice balance of friendly, professional and relaxed--down to a science too. Even when the place is full, I never feel like I'm waiting too long for a waiter to take my order or for the food to come out of the kitchen. The green enchiladas with chicken are #1.

annie c.

Ok, about one year ago, I would have given this place 5 stars. My boyfriend and I went the other night for dinner b/c it's always been one of our "you know what you're getting for not a lot of money" places. Um, he's been sick for two days now, seriously sick. He ordered the chicken and dumplings, sans dumplings. He didn't order it that way, that's the way it came. When he asked the waiter where the dumplings were he said, "oh, they're just really tiny." So tiny they were invisible. I had the veggie tacos and they were good, as good as they always have been. My major complaint was the service. Complete crap. I felt like the waiter didn't realize he was actually a waiter, to you know, wait on the patrons. He just had no time for us and forgot our drink orders. Needless to say, we'll never go back. So long Flo.

Naomi L.

Flo's has decadent salsa verde enchilada. Service with a grin smile and smooch to boot. Drink the elegant mimosa's and admire the art on the walls. You won't want to leave I don't !

Rene N.

The only good thing I found at Flo was their pomegranate mojito. The portions were ridiculously small given the disparate prices. TWELVE DOLLARS FOR 2 TACOS???? Insane. It wouldn't be as big of a slap in the face and mad grab for your wallet if the food quality wasn't mediocre. I had the flank steak tacos, the meat was alright but overall it was nothing memorable. They were served with guacamole or avocado salsa and I chose the corn/blackbean salsa as a side. The avocado salsa was pretty bland and the corn/blackbean salsa was mouth numbingly spice. Seriously underperformed. The service was super slow. I will not be back.

kristy b.

I think Flo has a pretty great brunch menu, unfortunately I don't think they are very sensitive to vegetarians. I specifically asked if the green chile sauce had chicken in it and I was told that it did not. So, I ordered a dish with the green sauce and it was delicious. Unfortunately, about 3/4 of the way through brunch, I started to question my waiter's answer, and when I asked again if the sauce was made with "chicken stock," I was told that it is. I definitely blame myself for not being more specific in my request before ordering, but I do question restaurants who aren't sensitive to questions regarding dietary restrictions. I just wanted to write so that other vegetarians know that the green chile sauce does definitely have chicken in it. I still think that the food is good, the prices are fair, the ambiance is comfortable and I would certainly recommend it to friends.

S G.

Good solid brunch food with a latin Flare. Awesome blueberry pancakes, as well as enchiladas, and chilaquilies. Service is fast if you get there before 11 on a weekend. There can be a wait if you are any later. Plenty of street parking.

M L.

Came here for brunch after realizing Wishbone is temporarily closed(!). I got the 3-berry French toast, and it was delicious. We had a party of 4 and got there after 10am, so the wait was rather long. However, once we were seated our food came out AMAZINGLY fast, and to top it off, the (I think) proprietor made the meal completely free. Yes, that's right. Completely. Free. Wow.

Darkling S.

Snow filled the sidestreets .. puddles of dark slush everywhere, warm night - you know 30 degrees after 0 for so long ... and we were hungry. arrived at 7 pm and had no problem finding a parking space and no wait for a table for two. low lighting, simple menu for specials, impressive WBG selections .. my friend was above the legal limit to drive after half a glass of Zin ... i have a thing for checking out the restrooms and the women's room here is quite lovely - B&W photos of women from the 20th C and a single painting that catches the eye. i've had brunch here in the summer and it ranks 5 stars as well. a very good find in this area of the city.

Michelle S.

It's okay - nothing life-altering. The food is not bad... not really Mexican but not bad. I mostly order their chilaquiles and their pico de gallo is pretty tasty. Not a fan of their beans though - they taste too much of cumin (eew). The biggest annoyance is the long wait for seating for brunch- it's not that serious, really. Plenty of times I've turned around and gone somewhere else because it's way too early in the day to have to put up with that. The decor is nice and I love that they serve Intelligentsia coffee (*drool*) - have never had a bad experience with the service and last but not least - small. You can hear everyone's conversation in that place... kinda funny and annoying at the same time... so be careful when you push you chair out. So yeah... it's ok...

Rachel F.

It doesn't get much better. I usually go here a couple, few or many times a month and it never disappoints. The brunch is great, but I usually stick with dinner, since I can't get motivated to get anywhere on weekend mornings/early afternoons. Many good vegetarian options and everything that is vegetarian is clearly marked including sauces so there's no need to wonder. They serve the only margaritas that I drink. Fantastic. And the bonus is how fun and nice everyone on staff is.

Terris A.

I have been here a couple of times and have loved it both times. The french toast was AMAZING- yes, I know it is french toast but seriously good. The huevos rancheros were the right amount of spicy. Only downfall was the "mini" mimosa that I got- why they put it in such a small glass, I do not know! Go to Flo, you won't be disappointed!!

Sean F.

I've been going here for quite a while now. Good atmosphere and good food. As a vegetarian, I usually go for either the enchiladas or the veggie tacos. The quesadillas are pretty good, if you're looking for something lighter. Start with the corn nachos and some of the best margaritas in the area. For a side get the home fries (covered in cheese and jalapeo peppers). If you're still going strong by end the, the table can split the fruit cobbler a la mode. The brunch is great, but it's usually pretty crowded, so unless you have two people or are willing to sit at the bar, you're probably in for a wait. The coffee is good and the food has a nice flavor to it that sets it apart from other places. The flo white is probably my favorite and the fruit cup is always and excellent choice. The french toast is good too. If you're up for it, the Bloody Marys or mimosas are a great way to start a Saturday.

Irina M.

My absolute favorite brunch in the city! The food is always made exactly to order, the numerous home made hot sauces are delightful, and the drinks are fun! Though the wait can be a little long at times, it is nothing compared to the rest of the nice brunch places in the city, AND Flo offers free coffee while you wait. The staff is friendly, and the restaurant space is charming and cozy.

Tommy D.

Came here on a Thursday night. My girlfriend and I got the chips and guac, which was so awesome and fresh as hell. I ordered the "everything burrito" and substituted the tofu for the chicken. When I bit into it, my mouth started burning hardcore. I pulled half a freaking jalapeno out of my burrito. Now, I dont do the spicy-pepper-thing. The waitress noticed I was fretting and chugging a shit-load of water. She offered to make me another burrito, (sans jalapeno) without issue. Within minutes... I got my fresh new non-jalapeno burrito and it ripped so hard! The waitress was super-accommodating and the food was very tasty. Great place.

Megan G.

I've eaten at Flo twice- once for a week night dinner and once for a week day lunch. Both experiences were very similar so I feel ok roping them both into one review. The place was hoppin' in both instances but we were seated right away (at the same group table both times). Service was attentive but not excessive (I have a thing about people interrupting me or watching me eating my food. Go away.). I would describe this place as mexican/comfort/healthy-veggie friendly. A great mix. They use lots of fresh ingredients and load up their sides with lots of veggies, something that makes my body happy after I've ingested yummy food to my heart's content. Really liked their side salads, veggie tacos, and guacamole. They aren't afraid to bring the heat so spice averse diners beware. Cocktails were interesting (different in a good way) and refreshing. I'll be back.

Danny R.

New favorite breakfast place! We came at 10:30 on a sunday morning and waited about 2 minutes to be seated. There is complimentary free coffee during brunch hours which was very nice to sip on during our short wait to be seated. (when I looked at our tab later the coffee was free for our whole meal as well). On to the food...it was wonderful! Very original breakfast ideas that tasted amazing. I had the new hash which consisted of turkey, green peppers, squash, and 2 poached eggs on top. Very tasty! The english muffin that came with it tasted better then I expected too. Jules had the huevos verde which she very much enjoyed. The homemade hot sauces were pretty good. One of the ingredients in it was honey which I found interesting. Very nice experience and we will be back to sample other breakfast items.

Annie W.

Got here around 10:30 Easter Sunday and didn't have a wait for a group of 5. The mimosas were so-so--I wished the Cava was more sweet and tasted more OJ than bitter champagne. Our table shared an order of banana-chocolate pancakes as an appetizer. Minus the banana and chocolate, the pancake itself didn't have too much flavor (I guess that's the point). Had room for improvement in terms of moisture. Overall its brunch and egg dishes were pretty regular, nothing to write home about although I did like its Mexican-infused flavors (like the green poblano sauce on my Flo White omelet). Those who ordered the turkey hash were surprised by how much greasier it was than expected, at least it had a "healthy" part that filled the plate with a selection of fruit! The multi-grain toast that accompanied with our selections was very tasty--fully enjoyed. We had a pretty disgruntled waiter but we agreed that he was probably just an overall grumpy person but still, lighten up! Didn't have the best selection of healthier fare so this probably isn't the place for you

Moe f.

My have I been away from this for too long. First off, the Bloody Mary's are fantastic. And the Red Chilaquiles were amazing and spiced just right. Wife loved Huevos Rancheros and the side of guac we got was fresh and chunky. Dinner's also good(although haven't had in years).

Jenny N.

What a great little brunch place. 5 stars for atmosphere, 4 for food/service... I must say my chicken chilaquiles were good, but could have been a little more seasoned/flavorful. They were a weekend special so maybe the cooks had not masted the recipe quite yet? My bloody mary was delicious. I would definitely like to go back and try some of the different menu items as they all looked tasty. Great atmosphere and if it weren't so hot the day I was there, I would have enjoyed sitting at one of their outdoor tables.

Steve Z.

This place is great. The food is well prepared and the bloody mary's are out of this world. The service is great. We were told that the wait for 2 would be about 20 to 30 minutes so we wend next door after putting our name in and shopped. The host kindly came by to look for us when a spot opened. The prices are fair and the atmostphere is ok. I mean the place is nice and has a good vibe from the staff, but yuppies and meatheads that are hungover might show up and annoy you. But I guess they have to eat too. Highly recommend.

amanda g.

this review is just for the brunch. i've never had dinner here. max and i went there today to grab a quick brunch. we had been meaning to go there forever as we live 2 blocks away. we're glad we did. we were just two people, but were seated right away at noon on a saturday. we had the green chicken enchiladas and the three-berry french toast. both thing were really good. and definitely hit the spot. you're not going to walk away thinking this is the best brunch place in town, but i can't imagine not enjoying it.

Val H.

Yum! Try the chicken and green chile enchiladas. Or the Flo Bowl. I've only been there for lunch, but it's always quick, friendly, yummy and reasonably priced. ************** Ok, I'm lowering my stars for this place from 4 down to 3. And I also learned an important yelp lesson. If you know of a good place to grab food that is quick and reasonably priced, perhaps it is in your best interest NOT to share it with others. The last few times I have tried to go here, there have been 45min-1 hr waits. It's not like it's some swanky place that's worth the wait. The service has been way downhill. 3 stars b/c the food is still good, but you have to actually be able to order and eat before deciding that. They need to get used to handling volume.

Whitney R.

BY FAR MY FAVORITE BREAKFAST IN THE CITY! If it wasnt so far for me I'd eat here every weekend. My favorite is the low rider or on the weekend they call it the Flo frittata. Great pancakes, spicy breakfast burrito and chilaquiles. I've never been disappointed with Flo for breakfast or dinner. Try their margaritas because they're pretty fabulous too! Except a wait for brunch on the weekend if you get there after 10.

Liza M.

I'm trying to be a brunch connoisseur but lately I have not been hungry enough for all the food I get at these places! I guess that's America for you. Anyway, all the food I could stuff myself with here was great! I got a big ol plate of Brazilian french toast, topped with bananas, strawberries, syrup, coconut shavings that I couldn't taste. I ate until I could eat no more. I was a bundle of indecision the day I ate at Flo Cafe, but my one good decision of the day was to order the mimosa (I Love Mimosas!) It was worth it, nothing crazy but a lovely little mimosa that perfectly complimented my meal. The service was really friendly and I really liked the decor...I think there were a bunch of pencils on the wall? Why not. We all got french toast so I didn't get to try other things, but I would like to go back and see what else they have to offer!

Carter G.

Flo is my favorite place in the city for breakfast or brunch. My friend Ritchie and I came here for breakfast on Wednesday of this week after a long night trading the European markets. This time I had the Chili Chilies which was excellent as always. I also recommend the Huevos Rancheros, breakfast burrito, Chorizo Scramble and breakfast tacos. The pancakes are popular too. I sound like an advertisement for this place, but the reality is I'm just giving you the facts. I've been to Bongo room, Yolk, Ann Sathers, Oak Tree, Orange, that random diner in the south loop (the name escapes me), the Bagel and so many others I can't remember off hand. Flo will always be one of my favorites and although its crowded on the weekends...the typical downtown crowd still hasn't found this place which I LOVE! They also offer free coffee while you wait for your table on the weekends.

Eric S.

Great atmosphere with really good food and service

Alex K.

It's amazing place. It is comfort food with a kick. I love spicy food and this place is awsome. Menu is inventive and occassionally changes with the seasons. The drinks are amazing. No one thinks of it as a bar spot but I wend a couple of nights and was blown away. Friendly service and strong potent drinks. I like the tuna tartare they have but one time it was served with warm tuna in it. That's kinda gross. Thats why the missing star. Everything else is amazing. Their home potatoes are covered in cheese and have jalapeno peppers. MMMMMMmmmm..... good. They have a number of good beers too. They gave us some sort of lemony thing for dessert one time and it was out of this world. I like the spicy comfort food aspect of this place. Finally something with a kick to it.

Karen L.

This place has definitely gone downhill... at least for dinner. I have been there for brunch a couple times and was good. The last time I had dinner here was maybe 5 years ago. It was when it was pretty new, was trendy and was fresh, innovative and delicious. Now, it just isn't happening at night. And the food was mediocre. Even the margaritas were just ok. I actually had the best meal at the table and it was a spaghetti dish.

Pavnit K.

My review for this place is long overdue! I have been to Flo several times and have had both breakfast and lunch items and have never been disappointed. So far, one of my favorite dishes has been the green chilaquiles (it was on special that day). I could barely stop myself from eating them. The red chilaquiles, which are always on the menu were quite tasty as well. For lunch, they have some of the most delicious fish tacos I have ever had! If you are looking for something huge, maybe a little greasy, and perfect for curing a hangover, try their hamburgers and turkey club! This is a place I will definitely be bringing my family from California when they come visit.

Howard L.

I recently moved to Noble Square and Flo has become my go-to place to eat. It has a great décor, really friendly staff and imaginative food selections. It is probably most popular for weekend brunch, where there is a wait for up to an hour at times. For dinner, it is easy to walk in without reservations. Besides the above, the menu is full of inventive dishes with a Mexican flavor, including brunch. I have had several brunch and dinner items and enjoyed them all. It also has a liquor license so you can get Mimosas and their specialty Bloodies for brunch. You will enjoy the food, staff and setting at this place. But don't go too much so I have to wait longer for a table.

Elyse K.

2 words for 2 stars and 2 meals at Flo: flavorless and overpriced. If I had to add one more to explain the first meal I had there, it would be soggy. Soggy eggs, wet and flavorless beans, and a soggy tortilla covered in flavorless sauce. This place is truly perfect if you're the type who can't handle the least bit of heat in your Mexican food. I had to liberally douse my meals in salt, pepper, hot sauce, and ketchup to bring out any flavor. It disappoints me when a menu has such potential to win my undying food love and then totally falls short, twice. Wish I could like it, but I will only return if summoned by friends. There are better Mexican places in nearby Wicker Park.

Cynthia R.

Fanfriggintastic is what this place is! Small, quaint, gem of a place, with unique drink combinations and excellent entree selections. I've been here with a gf, a group of gfs, my guy, and for brunch, and dinner. Every single time I've had delicious food. I've tried most things on the menu, so good luck deciding on one thing. The only reason I didn't give 5 stars is that sometimes service can be....interesting. A few servers have been slightly aloof and a tad snooty. No point in that. It's just annoying. But I've also had some really fantastic service here too.

Ermelinda C.

I went here for brunch with two of my girlfriends this last Sunday and I was pleasantly surprised by the experience. This was the first time dining at Flow for the three of us and despite having heard great things about the place, we were open to being impressed on our own terms and we were :-) Despite being packed and still having a long line of people waiting in line in front of us, we were seated within 15-20 minutes. The staff was very attentive and nice, the food was very, very tasty (we had the smothered burrito), and the drinks were of a decent size/pour. I would gladly go back to Flow!

Marissa D.

Always good! I would almost consider myself a regular. The shrimp tostadas are a must try!!! The shrimp is so well seasoned and juicy yep plump! The house made hot sauces make anything in the menu divine! I strongly recommend this place! Not to mention best margaritta on this side of town!

Candice G.

I wouldn't say that I wear the pants in my relationship but if there's anything I'm in charge of (besides litter box duty), it's picking where we go out to eat... except for just this one time, when my boo chose Flo and admittedly, I kind of expected to be underwhelmed. You see, I wouldn't say I'm picky, but I have a few caveats. 1. I won't eat at chain restaurants. I feel my money is much better spent elsewhere and that if chain is the ONLY option, I think my stomach real estate would be better rented by emptiness than soulless food. 2. I don't eat meat. Okay, okay. I definitely cheat on fish from time to time, but otherwise, no meat. Not that I'm offended by meat, because I'm not- I LOVE meat and of the past 6 or 7 years since I went veg, I've missed meat absolutely every.single.day . 3. It has to be something really spectacular for me to patronize a business I've already been to, but otherwise, I like going to places I've never been before, broadening my horizons, yadda yadda. 4. I follow what a Yelp rating tells me pretty closely and at the time, Flo was dangling in the 3-3.5 star range. Not terrible by any means, but I'm never really running to a 3-star establishment. So anyway, the manz picks Flo and we walk on over. It was pretty empty, but it was reeeeaaally early for dinner and by the time we left the place definitely filled out quite a bit. We started off with a pitcher of red sangria, of which I have to cop to not doing my part on, though not for lack of trying. I just get all stopped up on fruit chunks in my straw and my date, well, I guess he just sucks better than I do... i keed, i keed. The rest of our meal was carefully guided along by incredible service and one hell of a specials menu- most notably the vegetable short-stack, which was kind of like a paleo lasagna. No pasta, no junk, just straight veggies and seasoning and flavor that was far bolder than I expected. It was certainly a heated battle over the last few bites, but that's no to sell their Flobimbop (a menu staple) short, as I'm a sucker for an over easy egg and bit of spice, so I think if I had make Sophie's choice style decision, I'd go back for the Flobimbop. For dessert we got the sopapillas, which we ate so quickly I can't even remember how they taste, but I'll just have to assume that they were on par with the level excellence that came through in the rest of our meal. And I'd say the treat beyond the dessert had to be the price. Our Sangria pitcher added a $20 spot (give or take) to our bill, but our meals and dessert were less than $30. I left wondering how my experience at Flo's seemed to be so incredibly above and beyond what the Yelp rating had suggested and noticed after reading through reviews that most of the lesser experiences were for breakfast and brunch service, which appears to be what Flo is primarily known for. I probably won't ever make it in to Flo for their breakfast or brunch service to see if the gossip is true- nothing against Flo, I'm just not a morning or breakfast person, but I'll definitely make it a point to return to Flo for dinner in the very near future... and maybe even let the dude-man pick a few more places since he's obvi proved himself worthy of the honor.

Eric Z.

Went here for brunch today. Great breakfast with a Latin flare. Service was on par and good ambiance. Recommend the chilaquiles. Coffee was smooth. Plan on taking a bottle of the house red sauce, which is available for purchase.

Christine M.

I didn't think this food was that great. I mean, it wasn't bad...wasn't good...nothing spectacularly special about it. There seems to be an honest attempt at being "budget gourmet" (shrimp and zucchini quesadillas, various forms of pico de gallo that are still...uh...pico de gallo). They kind of fail at it like the dorky kid giving the prom queen a valentine and expecting a kiss for being so great. It just doesn't happen that way. And amigos, beef up on the sour cream, kay? That wasn't even a dollop, it was more like you dipped your finger in and said, "Here you go. Doesn't it look artsy for $8 tacos?"

Will H.

The carnitas tacos were excellent, especially with their homemade chipotle hot sauce. We also had the grilled calamari, which were maybe cooked a minute or 2 too long, but still tasted amazing. Great atmosphere inside, good prices. This may be my new favorite restaurant in the area.

Robin W.

This place is awesomely tasty!!! I don't have much to add about this place from other reviews, but I just think it's a shame it only has 4 stars, not 5! So here's my review. Wonderful brunch!! It is most definitely worth the wait - free coffee while you wait. You can sometimes sit at the bar if you are only with a couple people. Probably better to go in a smaller group anyway as the restaurant isn't very big. Dinner is tasty too. I have never had something here that I didn't like. They have a ridiculously good and unique Bloody Mary selection. I hate Bloody Marys myself, but the boyfriend loves them, and I can actually drink some of his here without wanting to vomit. My favorite brunch items are the huevos verdes and Flo's burrito. Also they serve chicken sausage which is a plus for all of us non-red meat and non-pork eaters. Love love love this place! Even took my boyfriend's mom here for Mother's Day last year - she loved it!

Martin B.

My wife and I were regulars at Flo's. Simply because the food is great. Though, every fairytale comes to an end. We went back a couple of weeks ago and the food came out stone cold... I kindly asked them to reheat it. They remade my dish with 3 tiny, very thin-sliced pieces of steak. (half of the previous amount): $14. cha-ching!

Ben C.

Food is pretty OK and they have Chilaquiles (sp?), which is the perfect hangover cure. Always pretty crowded but I have never had to wait more then 10 or 15 mins for a table.

J D.

This was my first time having a Mexican brunch. Everything was SOOOOO good. I couldn't decide between the Green chile chicken enchiladads and the triple berry french toast, so he offered one piece of french toast on the side. Wow was that worth the $3. Both were the best thing I have tasted in a long time. The bloodies and Mimosa flights were really good too!

Kimberly D.

Stopped in for brunch this past Saturday. Enjoyed the Skirt Steak Eggs Benedict which consisted of chipotle hollandaise sauce, served over brioche toast. I ate this so fast that I didn't even realize that I spilled on my shirt until hours after eating. My boyfriend had the Chorizo-Tamale Hash. I'm not a fan of chorizo but I had a bite and it was so tasteful I may order the dish for myself on my next visit. Our server was a bit hard to understand as he had a strong accent but was nice. We also had a friendly visit from another server who overheard our conversation regarding another restaurant's burgers and even though we were talking about another restaurant she had only good things to say about them. We all thought when she first approached to keep it down but instead it ended up being a fun little chat.

Joyce D.

I will be back... I really enjoyed breakfast with the Latin twist. I had the Flo and Lemon Blueberry pancakes. They were both excellent but the pancakes were so amazing, you can taste the freshness of the flavors. I'm many cases you have an artificial taste but you can tell that real lemons were used to achieve the flavor. Coffee is good but not too strong. Flo is bigger than it looks from the outside but still be prepared to wait 10-30 minutes.

Becky B.

Flo is amazing! Their mimosa flight and black bean burger are excellent!

Shweta S.

Went on a Sunday morning to Flo with couple of my friends. It was a deja vu moment - we realized we have been to this place before! Over the few times I have been here, I have had their brunch specialities: Red Chilaquiles, Low Rider - they're great! As much as I liked the Bellini, I am not a fan of their Bloody Mary. Flo is a very casual place, their staff is really nice and warm. On the downside, you may have to wait on weekends especially if you have a bigger group. I would definitely go back to try their French Toast and have another cup of Java coffee! Tip: Nice outdoor seating.

Mironda R.

Went here on Sunday at about 11:30 and the place was pretty packed. That's an excellent sign, yes.. especially after some of our waiting-mates mentioned they went across the street whose only patron was the cook. I walked in and was pleasantly greeted by the host! Super friendly and helpful. I told him it was our first time and he offered up a menu and some tips to consider when we are sat. *loving this place already*. The most important was that there are mimosa flights you can choose from that change from week to week. How cool is that? The restaurant is cute and cozy and you can tell long after people have eaten, fullness and conversations set in and extends their stay. When we sat down, we were greeted by our waiter, who unfortunately, was really hard to understand, but was very nice. After some back and forth, I settled on the smothered ranchero burrito with chicken apple sausage as opposed to the stewed beef, and scrambled egg whites.This was amazing! It was filling but light? How can that be? Well the black beans, fresh pico, spinach wrap were all helpful in the effort. My dining mate had the skirt steak eggs benedict and said it was delicious, but my burrito may have won out! Then lastly the mimosa flight -- it was a traditional mimosa, a peach mimosa, and a rose' mimosa (my favorite). Each flight was $12 but I felt it was worth it. The other plus was how friendly everyone else was although they were not assigned to your table. That's always a plus. Overall great experience and I can't wait to come back and continue to peruse the menu.

Chris B.

A few years ago, I was putzing around with a girlfriend for a new spot for dinner one evening and was recommended by another patron at a bar to try out Flo. He had mentioned that they did not have a front and it was easy to miss (at the time) so thanks to him we stumbled upon some AMAZING New Mexican plates! Since my initial visit, I and have enjoyed the Flo Bowl (my favorite, WOW!), the Duck Confit & Baja Fish tacos and the Wild Caught Salmon--because BLUE CHEESE POLENTA. I will be honest though--I only come for dinner as the Brunch menu is not as dazzling. We ordered a few different French Toasts to share and it was just too sweet for my taste. Nothing quite stands out other than their Pulled Pork Frittata. As I do not drink (I know, what?), my friend would like to add that he HIGHLY recommends the Paloma cocktail and Cholula Bloody Mary for Brunch. The staff is so warm and I've yet to have a poor experience. Make your first trip here for dinner if you are seeking something different from other like-minded restaurants.

Donny R.

I had the smothered burrito and it was delicious. Hip place. Cool vibes.

Suz M.

I was very pleased with this place. We went for a friends birthday and had drinks, apps, dinner, and dessert. The whole deal. We started with guacamole which was tasty enough and margaritas. The margaritas were tasty and at $5, a deal. The dinner was awesome. I has the chicken enchiladas and they were on point with a good portion. Everyone else seemed to enjoy their food as well. The desserts were ok, nothing to write home about. We had some last minute cancelations and the staff was really, really nice about it. They moved the tables quickly without a complaint and were super understanding. I'll be back for sure.

Karolina S.

I really liked this place. Very good Mexican breakfast! Since it was one of the first super nice days we've had in 2014, we went for the patio seating. We had to wait about half an hour for a table but it its a small little patio area so that was expected. The patio is in front of the restaurant and is really cute. Round tables with big yellow umbrellas make you feel like you may be on vacation! Our meal was outstanding, really no complaints. We had a mimosa flight which was delicious, wasn't crazy about the ginger mimosa but the hibiscus one was AMAZING so it evened out. Also, I didn't personally have it, but the table next to us looked like they had french toast with fruity pebbles on top and it looked freaking awesome too! Something to check out next time... Awesome breakfast spot, please go!!! I'll definitely be back to hibiscus mimosa my way into an afternoon hangover!

Jerome M.

We crave chiliquiles from this place. Breakfast burrito is next on the crave list, but all the food we've tried here is top notch. Pretty consistent, only had a mediocre food experience once. Good vibes, great eats. If you don't have to wait too long, you'll be even happier.

Carrie G.

This place was really good!! The chile relleno appetizer stuffed with shrimp was delicious. Same with the veggie chili frito pie. What's so good is the beautiful presentation, fresh side salads, and homemade tortilla chips. Well they taste homemade at least. It is very reasonably priced and they have wonderful sangria. The side of rice and beans was a little bland but otherwise I would definitely return here!!!

Lauren D.

Ranchero Sauce. Let it rain down on any and every food item out there. At least Flo's version of it. I ordered the Smothered Ranchero Burrito for brunch, and it was all I could do not to pick the plate up and lick up every last bit of that sauce. Yes, Flo is small and, given its popularity, it's not going to be a quiet or intimate experience on a nice Saturday for brunch. But the food more than makes up for it. My friend chose the Egg Sandwich and appeared very pleased with it. Next time, I'm going to spring for one of the many sinful sweet dishes they offer, like the Bacon-Chocolate Pancakes. That dish alone shows the inventiveness Flo uses in their menu. Definitely a MUST for anyone in Chicago.

Breanne G.

First and foremost, I love how they have free coffee for the customers waiting to be seated (nice added touch). Just an FYI - you will only be seated if your full party is there. We lucked out at were able to be seated outside on their smaller patio. If you're on a diet, this is not the place for you. My husband decided to be healthy and missed out (luckily I share). I ordered the smothered ranchero burrito and thought it could have been a little spicier, but it still was delicious. As for the side of potatoes, I wasn't a big fan. I think they need to be better seasoned and maybe a little more crisper (maybe more side options). By the way - if you want crispy potatoes, Whisk on Chicago Ave. is the place! My friend ordered the Huevos Rancheros and loved it. As other customers have noted, it is a little Americanized but in a good way. I would definitely go back if I didn't have to wait, but would not wait more than 30 minutes to be seated. There are a lot of good brunch places in the city. Customer Service: Our waiter was very attentive and friendly.

Jose O.

Look at my picture and that should say it all! Awesome place, great food, great staff, great location, just nothing but good things here from me! Can't wait to go back and give another wonderful looking dish a shot.

Alfreda D.

Quick update: I popped in here for drinks the other night and it was great. My friend and I sat at the bar - she ordered food and drinks and I just had drinks. Our server / bartender, Mike, was awesome. He was a pretty cool dude in general (like Ryan, I wanted to be his friend too LOL) and he was patient and knowledgeable about the drink menu. They have a full page menu of craft cocktails which was a huge plus in my book. It encouraged me to step out and try something different. I HATE tequila, which means I don't like margaritas... so what did I order? Yup, a margarita. Why? Because they had a variety of options to choose from and I figured Flo was the place to venture out with bartenders who knew what they were doing. I ordered the Prosecco Margarita on the rocks and it was delish! So delish that I ordered 3 =)) It's amazing what a little Prosecco floater can do! I tasted my friend's house margarita and hated it because the tequila couldn't be masked... but have no fear... she enjoyed 1 or 2 or 3 as well so trust that it was good for all of you tequila lovers. I love that I can add Flo to my craft cocktails list too... it's not just for Brunch y'all!

Beth W.

Visited Flo for brunch - stellar! Divided and conquered the Red Chilaquiles and Chorizo-Tamale Hash with a friend and ate every last bite. Highly recommend Flo - can't wait to go back!

Allyson B.

This place is so amazing!! We had a group of six and only waited for about 20 minutes. They even offer free coffee while you wait! How great! The food was phenomenal. However, if you are not a fan of spicy foods, stick to the french toast or pancakes. I ordered the Chicken Hatch Chilaquiles (it was that day's special). So good! The mimosas are also great. I can't wait to come back soon!

Joanne G.

My husband and I have been going to Flo since they opened many years ago. Living in Printers' Row at the time, it was a quick trip to yet-to-be-gentrified Ukranian Village. The owner and manager were fantastic, as was the food. You could not find fresher, more authentic southwestern food anywhere in the city. It was our go-to for late brunches, work lunches, everyday dinners and special occasions. Fast forward to a child and move to the suburbs for us and change in ownership for Flo and we weren't sure where our favorite place would fit into our changed life. I'm happy to say, Flo is still one of "our" favorite places. Sure, brunch, for us, is now breakfast and dinners are on the early-bird side (unless we make it a date night), but Flo hits the spot every time. The new owners have kept so many of our favorites -- not a drop of poblano sauce gets left behind on our plates -- and the duck taco special has earned a special place in my heart. Amazing cocktails and/or a kale smoothie always perfectly round out the meal. To top it off, the staff at Flo has always accommodated our five year old. Sure, there's no official kids' menu, but they were happy to make a cheese quesadilla and bring some extra chips for Mr. Picky. Today, the neighborhood is bustling more and more every day. There are many more dining choices. Parking can be a hassle. But Flo stands out amongst the crowd and will hopefully be here to stay for a long time to come. You owe it to yourself to try Flo and make it "your place".

Cindy H.

For me, Flo is a love story. I came here 7 years ago with my boyfriend for our first year anniversary for brunch. I had the Flo breakfast burrito and he had the huevos rancheros. Being a teenager at the time with 0 foodie experiences, this burrito was a revolution for me. So much flavor, textures and even subtle notes of mexican spices this brunch item was so much fun! 7 years later my boyfriend and I still come here and typically have the same things. Don't get me wrong when we do order anything else it is always good. The egg sandwich, chilaquiles, bloody marys everything is sooo good! Flo is super packed on the weekends but worth the wait. Brunch is my favorite but dinner is just as GOOD. BEST texmex in town.

Rebecca N.

mmmmmm mmmm goood. Mexican breakfast--who couldnt love this idea? The chili verde bloody mary is incredibly spicy and flavorful. So great! Skip the rojo bloody mary! I started with sharing the Triple Berry-Zabione French Toast. Perfect! Then I got the ranchero burrito with chicken instead of beef and my boyfriend got the Chorizo Hash. We loved both dishes! The hash came on top of polenta instead of potatoes was a really interesting take on the dish. My burrito was huge and flavorful with lots of goodness inside!

Erika A.

Amazing!!!!!!!!!!!! We got mecheladas, mimosas, and bloody marys to start!!! Brunch we ordered red chilaquiles , steak Benedict and burger with a fried egg!! Everyone was very happy with their order !! Will return again!!

Shanti N.

Flo's is my friend's go-to spot, where everybody knows her name. As I am always on the quest to get out of my rut, in the interest of expanding the yelp-o-sphere (groan) we decided to meet up at Flo's on a quiet Friday night to catch up over drinks and chips. The menu of drinks was definitely not what I was expecting, in a good way. I noticed that the shelf above the bar featured Koval whiskey, so decided to try their special barrel-aged Manhattan. I was pleased that I did, as this was the perfect drink on this night, and matched the décor and mood (if that makes sense). My friend ordered the wine (house red) which she stuck with throughout the night. I eventually moved to the wine, but am unquestioningly glad to have had the experience of that Manhattan. Throughout the evening, there was never any point at which the space got overly loud and the music--if in fact it was there--was unobtrusive. The service was attentive, without being hovering, which was much appreciated as we ended up holding up the bar for quite a while eating, drinking, and talking. I suppose we could've moved to a table, but the bar setup was so inviting that we would have been hard pressed to leave midstream, especially as it seemed like there were quite a few diners coming in who had made table reservations. The portions are definitely plentiful. We went with the shrimp tostada and an order of the chips and guacamole. The chips are very light, and the shrimp served with the tostada were fresh. A spot like this makes me wish that I were a neighborhood regular. Knowing that this exists as an option outside my usual rotation has me planning a return trip, possibly for brunch once the weather warms.

Bryan M.

Amazing brunch. Serious amounts of utterly delicious food at ridiculously low prices... I got the Low Rider, which sounded simple enough, being a frittata with potatoes, onion, spinach & cheddar. But this thing was massive and had sides of black beans and one of tastiest little picos I've ever had, as well as a nice green chili sauce to slather everything in. All the extras made this an awesome brunch plate. I'm definitely going back to this place, not only for brunch, but for dinner as well.

Jewel L.

Tasty meal. Good service. Coffee while you wait. Never not had to wait however 20 minutes wasn't unbearable. Will definitely return.

marcy s.

We've eaten at Flo for both brunch and dinner. Brunch rocks! Great mimosa choices along with a great Bloody Mary. Of course the breakfasts are awesome. We also go for dinner. Margaritas to start that are outstanding. We eat paleo which can be challenging but the chicken mole is spot on! Each night the specials are amazing. A great local hangout. Every server is friendly and helpful!

Aaron H.

The best brunch experience I had in Chicago. When we arrived, the hostess acknowledged that she had misinterpreted the size of our party in our reservation, so after a brief wait she sat us down at the communal table. With menu in hand, I immediately ordered the Bacon-Chocolate Pancakes. What a great stack of cakes that was! My wife and some of my friends had the Huevos Rancheros. She couldn't finish her food but loved every bite nonetheless. Our food was accompanied by a Champagne Flight (three flavored mimosas) and Hibiscus Vodka Tea, which made for a truly winning combination.

Jessica B.

Let me start by saying that I came here before, a few weeks ago, and we loved it. If I had rated them before, I would have given them 5 stars, not because of the service, but the food is delicious. We didn't hesitate to suggest this place for brunch when my boyfriend's parents came in to visit. I had high expectations. When we got there, we were definitely expecting a wait. It was Sunday brunch and the place has really good food. I was actually surprised when the host said it was only 35 minutes. But 35 minutes passed, and he clearly did not have a plan. I wasn't sure about exactly how long it had been (I knew somewhere between 45 minutes and an hour), and I wanted to give him a chance to apologize for the extended wait, so I asked him what time we came in. I was a hostess for 5 years and know that in order to keep track of wait times, you have to write down the time the people came in. His response was a crazy look and, "I have no idea!" He was clearly not apologetic. I'm okay with long waits, I'm even okay with the host being off by about 15 minutes or so. It is actually really difficult to estimate wait times, so I'm sympathetic to that position. But when the wait time is double what you say, you've got to start apologizing, giving updates or even just look like you care, even a little bit. He didn't. After another 15 minutes, the host offers the four of us seats at the bar. I have nothing against sitting at the bar and actually favor it when I'm hanging out with someone I see often, but with family from out of town, I want to be able to sit and talk to everyone. That's difficult at a bar. I said no. It was actually the only right thing he did the whole time, but I was hungry and clearly not happy, so I think he took offense. So another 15 minutes passes (now it's been about an hour and a half) and my boyfriend's father asks the host again. This time, the host starts ranting about how he would never go to a place without a wait because that means they must not have good food and about how there are two other places on the block that could seat us right away. He even knows the owner and will personally call to ask if they have a table for us. Note this is all with a super snarky attitude and while there are other people standing right in front of him waiting to put their names in and he is flat out ignoring them. We say no, we aren't happy but we know the food is amazing and at that point, we had already put in all the effort and waiting, might as well stick it out. The host disappears soon after and what I assume to be the owner, or one of the owners (there were two ladies there that looked as though they may hold this position), takes over the seating. Within the next 15 or so minutes (so we ended up waiting about 2 hours), a table gets up and it is cleaned. The lady says our name, we come up and she points at the table. That's it. So we sit. The server was okay, not overly friendly, but definitely not rude, very satisfactory. He is not at all to blame. The food was delicious, as we expected, but neither of the ladies ever came by to apologize, ask us if they could make it up, nothing. I mentioned this at the end of the meal, and my boyfriend's father, the outgoing person he is, mentions it to the host as he walks by. He asks him if they are going to make up for the inaccurate wait time. The host replies with much sarcasm, "well was the food good!?" And my boyfriends father replied calmly with, "yes, but that's not the problem." And he just kept saying was the food good over and over again. As this is happening, one of the ladies is standing with the host, watching. I expected her to use that time to apologize, but she did not. She just watched. Maybe the host owns the place and I'm just wrong, I don't really know. Anyway, my boyfriend's father walks out, because at that point, he was frustrated and was just going to wait outside. While he was waiting outside, the host and one of the ladies stood less than five feet from our table and were clearly discussing us, as the host kept looking over and rolling his eyes at us. Considering I'm assuming he is an employee, I was willing to forgive him although it made me very very uncomfortable. He walked back to try to do his job and the lady stayed in the same spot, where the second lady joined her to start talking about us more. This went on for a good few minutes and it was the most uncomfortable situation I've ever experienced in a restaurant. We paid and got up to go. I went outside, but my boyfriend's mother had to use the restroom, so we were waiting by the door, where there were some people waiting. I told my boyfriend's father what happened and it set him on fire, so he flipped them off. One of the ladies stomped outside and started shouting at him that everyone has to wait. We walked away at that point. As good as the food is, I will NEVER return. It was awful and ruined my boyfriend's birthday.

Cyn C.

When are we going to get the half star system on board here? I'd love to give this place 4.5 stars, but maybe I'll update to 5 stars after a few more visits. I came here on a Sunday at about 11am, for brunch with my cousin. I lived in Denver for 8 years, and I fell in love with GREEN CHILE. Green chile is NOT salsa verde. IS NOT. IS NOT. IS NOT. So, when I heard that Flo had green chile, I was really excited. We were seated in about 10 minutes and got terrific service from the bartender. He made us a delicious, strong Green Chile Bloody Mary and even split it into two smaller glasses for the two of us to share. Then we decided on a smothered breakfast burrito, Christmas style (at the recommendation of the bartender... see pic) and the brunch special of fruity pebbles french toast. Three huge slices, with plenty of crunchy fruity pebbles and fresh fruit on top. We cleaned the plates. Nuff said.

Kateryna G.

I've been to this place probably about 5 times and I still have mixed feeling about it Food &drinks: 3/5. The first two times I thought the food was very flavorful and at a very good price. However, over the last few visits it seems it gets greasier every time. The chips that come with guac are super greasy, and the enchiladas are floating in sauce. The drinks are still good and cheap. I believe it's $6-7 for a house margarita. Service: 3/5 The service is usually pretty fast and since the place is half dead on busiest nights, I've gotten seated right away every time. Atmosphere: 3/5. Nice and clean, but nothing special Overall: 3/5. A decent dinner option at an affordable price, but I never go out of my way to go back.

Michelle F.

Nice place. Cool atmosphere, free coffee while you wait. Food was phenomenal. I ordered the Steak Benedict. Party of 6 around 11 on a Sunday, 15 minute wait.

Trisha D.

Favorite New Mexico food anywhere. I love the Huevos Rancheros. The sauce is made from peppers that are sent from New Mexico. This restaurant also has Vegan choices that are delicious!! Although, the changed owners years ago many of the staff is still the same.

Andrew H.

Great chilaquiles and unreal pork tacos. The service was excellent...our waiter was super friendly, attended to us but not too often, and accommodated us by letting us know we could get the green chilaquiles when only the red was on the menu.

Bree L.

Holy mother of brunch, this place is awesome!!! So low key, I've driven past so many times. We got the recommended specials and couldn't have been happier. The sweet potato pancakes with the cinnamon honey butter are the best pancakes I've had in life! Not a drop of syrup needed. The Hatch Chicken chilaquiles are fantastic!

Robert B.

Fantastic breakfast spot spot. The wait is worth it. Don't let people question that. It is in my top three spots in Chicago. Quick tip sit at the bar. The coffee while you wait is very key. If you're lucky the owner will pop in and you can tell how great she is!

Ang N.

I go here once or twice a week. Love this place! Tasty, fresh ingredients, healthy, unpretentious - the way all restaurants should be.

Allie L.

Came here for brunch with friends while visiting Chicago for its Fruity Pebble French Toast. While this place usually has a long wait, we were seated right away in a booth. The four of us ordered the Fuity Pebble French Toast, Cocoa Pebble French Toast, and Chocolate Bacon Pancakes with sides of bacon. The Fruity Toast tasted great, with berries on top which totally enhanced the flavor. The Cocoa Toast tasted kind of like cardboard, since Cocoa Pebbles don't have much taste by themselves, and they were not enhanced by chocolate in a similar fashion. The French Toast itself was kind of dry and tasted just like bread, not battered. The Chocolate Bacon Pancakes were by far the standout and were absolutely DELICIOUS! Light and fluffy with tons of flavor and the amazing crunch of bacon. By the way, the side of bacon was great too- thick cut and not too greasy. I would definitely recommend this place for brunch.

Raymond S.

I felt a lot of pressure prior to visiting Flo for brunch. Me and my roommates had great experiences brunch hoping prior. This week one of their girlfriends came to town and she was aware of our awesome eating. So I felt the heat to not screw it up this time. I definitely got it right, everyone loved Flo. I couldn't tell you what everyone got, all I can say is we got a bunch of eggs that came with various meats, tortillas, sauces and stuff. We also got the fruity pebbles french toast. I think I got the chilaquiles which was awesome for only $8. The french toast was effective, although you have to eat it prior to the cereal becoming soggy(just like eating a bowl of it!) Affordable, plenty of parking in the area, free coffee, what's not to love?

Jackie N.

As other reviewers have noted, the brunch is fantastic here. However, Flo is also an awesome place for dinner. Their offerings for late-night dining mirror the breakfast/brunch menu, but the crowd is nowhere to be seen. I wish I could recommend more than one item on the menu, but the veggie burger is so deliciously prepared that I have ordered it nearly every visit (at least 20 times).

Marisa C.

I've been for brunch and dinner and both were excellent. Brunch usually has a wait but for dinner we walked right in and were seated. Service is fast and friendly. I loves the enchiladas.

Worlowitz W.

Live in the neighborhood and eat here once every two or three weeks for dinner and brunch. The Flo Bim Bop is my favorite and I get it every other time. When I'm not ordering that, I try new items - most are hits but a few are misses. All in all, the food is delicious, and the prices are extremely reasonable. The drinks are also amazing, lots of varieties of margaritas including my wife's fave made with prosecco. Very friendly and helpful service. Cozy atmosphere. Definitely stop in if you're thinking about it.

James F.

Stopped in for the first time and the place was jumping for lunch. Service is great, food is better and the atmosphere is warming. Wouldn't think twice about eating here again.

Bill G.

The place is fantastic. The drinks, the entrees are great. I live close to the place and have been here several times always very pleased

Devon C.

I found Flo because their bloody mary drinks appeared on the Bloody Best website. bloodybest.com . We decided to go for brunch on a Sunday. We went around noon and waited about an hour. TOTALLY WORTH THE WAIT. The host was entertaining, funny and accommodating, making our wait seem like less time. We had the Fruity Pebbles French Toast and the Chorizo Tamale Hash. The portions are huge and we both cleaned our plates. I also had the Chile Rojo Bloody Mary made with the house made Bacon Bourbon. I could have had 5 of those, they were delicious! We are moving to Noble Square soon, and I'm sure we'll be there multiple times a month! Maybe we'll try to get there a tad earlier for brunch though. :)

Kelly R.

Quick efficient service. Got the "Flo Style" and it was really good but lacked some kind of meat which would have made it perfect. Mimosas were good - the ginger and hibiscus were a bit sweet for my taste but the traditional/classic was perfect. Boyfriend got the pancakes and they were delicious. Wish this place was in my hometown - would definitely come back!

Angelica M.

The tamales were dry and the red sauce on top of them did not seem home made. Service was fast and polite.

Magda M.

We had breakfast burrito and French toast. The food came out pretty fast which was nice but then why cold? The potatoes that came with my plate- completely cold. Burrito- cheese didn't even melt. French toast as well could be warmer. the staff was nice, no complains about them at all. I'll probably give this place another try and hope for better experience.

Casey G.

Flo is great for breakfast or dinner. I've visited them for both. They have the closest experience I've found in Chicago to the Texas breakfast taco. Great drinks for any meal. Totally love their black beans. My husband had the burger and thought it was on point! Street parking and places to park your bike should u choose to ride. You'll enjoy Flo.

Eric T.

I know this place was just voted best brunch, and that is an accurate award, but don't overlook this place for dinner. The salmon is one of our goto favorites and the rotating specials keep the menu fresh. The cocktails are always fresh and top notch especially the margaritas.

Olga Q.

I would like to write s review in the food, but unfortunately this is all about the service. Stopped in the morning with my husband and let the hostess know our party would be for 4 but we were still waiting on our friends because of the bad weather. She told us we couldn't be seated until they arrived although they had several open tables available. Let me just say this policy of not seating small groups until the entire party is present is completely stupid and should be done on a case by case bases. Either way we stood by the entrance for a few minutes and then asked if we could sit at the bar while we waited for our friends. The hostess then proceeded to lecture us about how she typically seats at the bar and wouldn't be able to let us sit and wait there despite the fact that the bar was completely empty. Me husband pointed out the bar was completely empty and said we were going to order coffee and she said she would make and exception. There was one open booth that could seat 4 and she sat a couple that had just walked in .....and of course right behind them walked in our friends when she then tells us it would now be a 30-45 minute wait!!!! To say I was angry would be an understatement. Just as easily as that hitch hostess seated the couple that had JUST walked in at a booth that seated 4 she could have easily seated me and my husband! I don't know call me crazy but I would think its best for business to feed 4 people than to feed just 2, but hey who am I. What I do know is that our complete party of 4 left and took our business elsewhere and I will not be back so long as that idiot continues to work there.

Tiffany I.

This place stands out in my Tour de Brunching. I will definitely be going back. I started out with whatever the grapefruit juice and sparkling wine beverage is, and it went down way too easily. Since I didn't want to focus on sugar for breakfast, I opted for the delicious egg white omelet, and got the Fruity Pebble French toast to share with my party. Brilliant thinking, let me tell you. That French toast is awesome- if you got it for just yourself, I think you may go into sugar shock. It complimented my entree as dessert, and let's face it, I love dessert.

T G.

Pork enchiladas & duck tacos are amazing! Great dinner place. Everyone knows for brunch, try lunch or dinner you won't be disappointed.

Iman S.

dried steak. low quality food. we tried 3 items on the menu. all of them were bad!

Nancy D.

Brunch, lunch or dinner, I am definitely hooked. It's just soo cool and convenient of course otherwise I wouldn't have been such a frequent customer. There is no other way to describe the place. The service is great and the music keeps you in the mood. I find it an appetizer of sorts. Let's just say it's perfect. Perhaps I am a little biased because of the way it's located so near my apartment and place of work but all the same, their menu is creative and yes, I do have some favorites like french toast & chorizo omlette or chilaquiles and huevos rancheros which I can only describe as awesome. While you wait, you're treated to some richly brewed coffee that more than compensates for the time spent waiting for the person ahead of you to get up from their seat. The friendly and ambient atmosphere makes it a worthwhile experience too.

Maribel A.

I went here having high expectations because the food looked delicious and I love having Mexican food for brunch. (I'm Mexican). I had the Ranchero Burrito, and although the serving was definitely more than enough, the taste just wasn't as flavorful or spicy as I hoped it would be. I had to douse the whole burrito continuously with the green bottled salsa at the table to enjoy the burrito. The service was okay, the server was pretty busy that he didn't come around much. As a Mexican so I had HIGH expectations for the food so to me what I had was just mediocre but maybe other items on the menu might be more tasty. However, I don't think I would return to try something different.

Zulma S.

Food was bland and not good. I ordered a flo omelette. Instead of the potatoes I asked for the veggies. Veggies were ok but omelette was dry and cheese wasn't even melted. I also ordered a Bloody Mary. This had good flavor and spicy. Which is how I like my bloody Mary's. Other than the Bloody Mary and veggies I probably will never go back.

Carol M.

Great brunch!! Cool and casual atmosphere. The food came out fast and the portions were huge! We didn't have to wait too long, either. Next time I'll be more ambitious and try one of the specials!

Matthew C.

Good food. Very chill and new. Excellent place for Mexican brunch with a bloody. Or 4.

Colleen C.

FREE COFFEE WHILE I WAIT!? Well, yes. Yes, please. However, despite this beautiful caffeinated touch in the wee hours (11am) of a Saturday morning...I still need to downgrade Flo a bit. Just a little bit. Because you see, I'd have a hard time raving about my brunch experience this past weekend. (+) *The coffee thing. Of course. *Party of 8 at 11am with very little headache. My pal (organizer) called early on to give them a heads up (they do not take reservations) and they kindly made it work for us once we were all there. *Full lineup of brunch cocktails! Bloodies, champagne, full bar, etc. Very nice. *A huge plate of blueberry pancakes (on the top, NOT baked in) with lemon anglaise were a great starter for the table. (Special of the day). *Great location in West Town. (-) *The mimosas, while cheap ($6) were also miniature. Small glasses don't fool me, let's just do a regular size glass and charge me the $8 or whatever it will cost. Having to order and wait for a bunch of small drinks is annoying. *One mimosa was delivered to me with a huge chunk of glass missing from the lip of it. My friend joked that I'd be chugging my mini-mosa and come out with blood running down my face. I just poured it into another glass, but really...it was sort of a big deal. Had I not seen it, it could've been ugly. *The real bummer though, my food! The Huevoes Rancheros were a runny pile of soupy slop thrown onto a plate. Everything ran into each other. The entire plate perched upon a pool of black bean "juice." It was so unappealing and wet/runny and it came with but a one lonely tortilla to sop it all up. I ordered a few more to make it edible, and it took 20 minutes. By that time I was pretty over it, as the plate had become cold. Not so impressed at all. Everyone else had lovely dishes in front of them and I just felt like mine REALLY missed the mark. By a lot. All in all, would I go back? Sure, if someone picked it. But, I certainly wouldn't be itching to go back based on the food/drink that landed in front of me. 3-stars. AOK. That's all I can say at this point...

Shradha A.

Honestly, a little out of the way for me but a great neighborhood place for those in the area. Their cocktails were quite good. We tried the guac and sopapilla for appetizers and split a vegetarian enchilada for the entree. Service was super friendly and ambiance was clean and spacious.

Kimberlie C.

Mmm, so good! Went to Flo for the first time today...how had I not checked it out sooner, it's right in my neighborhood! I had the pulled pork tacos which were delicious, especially when I added the table side hot sauce. (It has honey in it for a sweet kick!) Loved the complimentary coffee while we waited, too. Only downside was the wait...they said 20 minutes for first available but it ended up being more like 40. Hey, this place is popular! Oh, and get the bacon infused bourbon bloody, you won't be sorry!

Sandy R.

Came here on our wedding anniversary. 45 min wait for a table but you can order a drink from the bar or enjoy complementary coffee. I mentioned it was our anniversary and when we ordered our drinks, the bartender mentioned it was on the host. We are already liking this place. They have a couple different Bloody Mary and Mimosa options. Both great! Food was delicious. Service was fantastic. Cappuccino was outstanding! Lively crowd with fun music. I WILL be back! Prices are reasonable.

Jeanne L.

Let me preface with how much I hate Tex-Mex food. Everything kind of just tastes the same, and has that gross chipotle-ish seasoning. This place is different. It's BETTER. I've been here twice, for weekend and weekday brunch. The weekends get crowded, as to be expected, but they have coffee for people waiting, which is a nice perk. In contrast, the weekdays are much slower - there actually are open seats in the restaurant. On both occasions, the service was super quick - it took an hour from the time I sat down until I paid the bill. This is super useful when you're going to have awkward brunches with people who are less-than-friendly to you, and you just want to eat and get moving. I don't remember what I ordered the first time, but it was delicious. If you have a choice, definitely order the home fries as a side instead of the rice. Much more flavorful. Recently I ordered Flo's Original Breakfast Burrito, which I thought was good, but not quite impressive. Definitely not impressive enough to try to stuff myself with the second half of the burrito. My friend ordered a mushroom and spinach enchilada with garlic sauce. That was much tastier, and I nibbled off of her plate. Of course every brunch involves drinking. There were 3 bloodymary-esque drinks. The one with chile verde was interesting to say the least. The taste seemed a little 'off', and not quite to our liking. Overall, it's a good restaurant. Not quite seeing how it's worthy of a Michellin recommendation, but there's enough variety on the menu that I would want to try other dishes here and bump up my rating.

Alex M.

I've only been here twice and I love it, but the only reason I give it 4 stars is because my favorite dish is the fish tacos and I wish I could have them at 11am and dinner... Unfortunately, not on both menus. I definitely recommend this place for dinner/lunch over any other meal. Better menu in my opinion. Unless you have a hangover, then definitely go for breakfast.

L B.

Quite good brunch but I'm not sure it's worth the wait.

Maura C.

Excellent place for brunch! Went with a crowd of 5. My fav dish was enchiladas verde, but the fruity pebbles French toast was amazing as well. Cocktails were great too. I'd definitely go back!

Kimberly S.

I went for brunch with a friend on a Saturday late in the morning. We were seated right away! I had the egg white omelet with chicken sausage. Very tasty. The mimosa flight was a nice addition! Great place! I will definitely go again!

TONI B.

What a nice find. We were driving down Chicago Ave. and spotted this place with out- door seating and a nice curb appeal. We shared the egg sandwich and had a couple of cocktails. The food, service and comfort were just what we needed. Timing is everything , we were able to get a table outside right away but would be willing to wait for the quality dishes at Flo.

Justin B.

Flo was good, and while my huevos verde was tasty, I get the impression that next time I'll be getting either the chorizo scramble, egg sandwich and/or breakfast burrito, because my three dining companions got those three dishes and all three kept making gutteral sounds as they devoured their food. I was still a little hungry after my meal was done, which is crazy rare here in Chicago.

Lauren L.

I don't understand the hype about this place. I've been here twice now and found it to be mediocre both times. I just went for breakfast on a week day, there were maybe 5 other tables, and the service took forever. It took 10 minutes before someone even came over to bring us water, and another several minutes after that before a waitress came by. The potatoes were bland and mushy and the Bloody Mary was watered down. I'm not in any rush to come back.

Arianna G.

My first time going was today and the food was phenomenal! Complimentary coffee while you wait, and we saw parties enjoying cocktails on the patio while they were waiting to be seated as well. Everything is so flavorful, affordable, and delicious! Will definitely be back for more. Probably next weekend. Free parking on Sundays!

Alex K.

Since a ton of reviews mention their brunch, I felt the need to mention that dinner here is equally fantastic. I go to Flo for dinner usually once a week and tend to play around and try different things every time, and I'm yet to find something I didn't find delicious. Overall, the food is awesome, they usually have a great playlist going, the drinks are yummy, and the staff is super-friendly. Favorite Picks Offhand: Nachos here are AMAZING. The El Jefe burger is so delicious that it makes up for the guilt you feel while eating it. Any of the sopapillas are great, inexpensive, and not a super heavy meal if you want something light.

Dusty K.

Mother's day brunch. As much as I love brunch, I don't equate burritos to my pre-10 am repertoire. Mexican in general is a great lunch, dinner or late night event. I can't do spicy in the morning. So I skipped the Mexican options in favor of more classic American fare. And that's probably where I went wrong. My nutella french toast was terrible. It was a special of the day and I wrongly assumed the specials were as described; special. Instead I received a bland mishmash of dry french toast with a small amount of chocolate spread. Why me? Was I disappointed? As everyone else enjoyed their Mexican brunch, I'd say I felt like the one at the table who got stiffed. Mislead by a black board of specials appealing to the soft spot in me. Apparently this place sucks for their American cuisine. But if you stick to the Mexican options you'll have a better experience than I. For me, that means no brunch at Flo. Perhaps a dinner is in order...

Ali H.

Hmmmmmmmmmmmm. I really want to love Flo. I live right across the street so it only makes sense! Unfortunately, my first experience at Flo was not the one I was hoping for. Came here on a Friday night for dinner recently with my father. He had a beer and a burger, and was happy with both. I had a New Mexican dish that was mostly meat based, I can't remember right now but it was good enough. What I can't quite get past is the experience I had ordering a cocktail. They have a nice looking cocktail menu. I ordered a Manhattan. The waiter came back to the table after placing our orders to ask if I wanted a salt rim on my Manhattan. I thought he must have thought I ordered a Margarita. I clarified; I want a Manhattan. He says he knows, and do I want a salt rim? Uhm, NO? He then proceeds to ask if I want a sugar rim. I say, again, I ordered a Manhattan. He says he knows. Do I want a sugar rim? Uhm, NO? Anyway, he brings my drink out, sans rim, with about an inch of frothy head on it. There are two things that I know to be true about Manhattans; they don't have salt OR sugar rims, and they are always stirred, not shaken. Yuck! In a city like Chicago, if you're going to have a cocktail menu, especially with classical cocktails, you better be ready to compete with some incredible mixologists making waves around the city with creative, knockout drinks. Its sink or swim. I enjoy cocktails and I'm in no rush to spend my money on one at Flo's anytime soon.

Michelle F.

Great food, excellent service. Love the host and the servers. EVERYTHING on the menu is delicious. Only place in Chicago to get green chili! If you want something sweet, the fruity pebble french toast is delicious. Had a ginger mimosa today- YUM! I go here almost every weekend for brunch

Paul G.

Ahh Im sorry. I wanted to like this place but nothing did it for me. I came here on a Sunday for brunch because I saw that they had fruity pebbles french toast.. Whaaaaaaa! So i had to get it. So we drive over. get seated and here are the results Pros: ::we got seated right away (at the bar but we didn't care. thee reallll Hunger games was in action! nah mean?) ::the bartender/server was very quick to get us coffee and was friendly. ::full bar. :-) ::homemade hot sauce(Mexican vibe to this place) Cons: ::the coffee was ehh. Not very good ::the menu was sorta of limited. or maybe should i say nothing jumped out besides the French toast ::my gf got the guacamole omelette but there was very little avocado in it. It seemed more like pico de gallo omelet. the potatos on the side we so boring.. like just salt and pepper.. nothing special. I can make dat shit at home! All in all nothing was outstanding and I wouldn't go back. It's too bad [as in it's a shame not its too bad because it was horrible]. I wanted to like it. Maybe they have other better options but I doubt ill go back. But if you are gonna go.. Get the french toast with cocoa pebbles or fruity pebbles. Yum.

Genie B.

Tried this place out for a birthday brunch, definitely was not disappointed. Cozy atmosphere and so much variety on the menu! The pork carnitas torta was really good, but the red chilaquiles dish was amazing. So much flavor, for a breakfast/brunch option! My only complainant was the server wasn't very engaged and didn't visit the table much but the food is definitely worth it. Can't wait to revisit!

Scott W.

I had dinner here on a Saturday at 7, with a reservation. There was a decent amount of people but a few empty tables. The place is not too packed like many smaller restaurants and seating goes deep into the back. The service was the best part of my experience. We had a little guy with us who really wanted pancakes, which they accommodated even though they were not serving brunch. The portions were small to moderate, which is the reason for 4-stars instead of five. However, we tried 4 appetizers and 3 different entrees among our group and everything was flavorful and fresh. The Cobb salad was mediocre, but that's what you get for ordering salad. The chorizo Mac and cheese is rich and delicious. Skirt steak...spot on. All of the food had plenty of tasty homemade sauces and it was delivered incredibly quickly. Even my Moscow mule arrived in a copper mug. Impressed on all levels..,just feel like the prices need to drop a bit or the portion sizes need to be increased. But I would go back.

Rokey T.

I recently decided to try it again and I am sure glad that I did. The tacos, enchiladas, and huevos are GREAT dishes,!!! Some of the best Mexican on the west side. Yep, I said it. The drinks are so strong and super tasty. Peach mimosa! White sangria! The service was great this time around. Would recommend. Glad I gave it another go!

Carolyn E.

I have to update this because I think I've been to Flo more times than any other place in my neighboorhood, and it is because everything is consistently fresh and delicious. Our servers are always friendly and helpful. (and so is the host on the weekends!) Family/friends request to come here now.

maimuna s.

It didn't blow me away but it was great! Great service and the food was fresh and delicious. Loved the latin flare to the food.

LeTran B.

The burritos are huge. I was not disappointed. However, what's up with everything being so under-salted? It tasted like they ran out of salt in the kitchen and didn't salt anything. I feel kinda shafted that my food didn't come out pre-seasoned that I had to do the seasoning myself. I really like the huge portion of chocolate bacon fluffy pancakes. Overall: great portions, under-seasoned.

Oceans L.

Came here late on a Friday night around 9 and there was no wait at all. Got the sangria, and the flo bowl and I absolutely loved it. The bartender was nice and the restaurant had a nice atmosphere. Prices were reasonable, the portions are generous. Boyfriend got the pork and bean burrito and his first words after trying it was "this is so good!" Next time we may skip on the guac though, although it was decent guac, the freshly fried chips were a little too glistening with oil for me. :/ But to be honest, we ate the whole plate anyway. and it was great as after the meal i didn't feel too full or bloated, but just happily satiated. Feel like this will be one of the spots we return to!

John H.

Can't say enough great things about Flo. The Rojo Bloody Mary could probably solve enough problems to win a Nobel Prize. The breakfast menu is full of amazing dishes, the best huevos rancheros AND chiliquiles I've ever had. The rest of the menu is above reproach. Dinner is also fantastic. My wife and I eat here quite a bit and I've never had a bad meal. The staff is also excellent.

Kris L.

First off Impressed by the fact that we were seated within a minute of arriving (party of 5, 12:30 on a sunday)! The food was amazing. The guadalajara egg scramble was the perfect balance of flavors and textures. The egg sandwich on brioche was light and perfect (though they were a bit heavy on the mayo). Both french toasts were delicious and sweet! The service was great. Will def be returning!

L T.

I love brunch and love Latin American food. When I saw this place on yelp, I was so excited. We got there, no wait. Our server was fairly friendly and food came out quick. Once I took a bite, I did not taste any authenticity at all. The salsa on top tasted like salsa out the bottle and food lacked originality. Sadly to say, this foodie was not impressed and mousy likely will not return.

randall s.

Eh... I think if I lived in the area, this place might appeal to me. We chose this spot from Yelp, while staying in downtown on my Chicago adventure. I had just had "Little Goat" the day before, so I don't know if anything would really live up to that experience. It was sort of mexican fusion breakfast food? Anyways, I was not blown away but the meal and the service was satisfactory. I'd go back to try some other items off the menu.

Sylvia C.

My friends rave about Flo's brunch. I was here for dinner, and would definitely like to check them out for brunch some day. I went on a Friday night with a date, and we were seated right away. Our waiter was really cool and had these awesome indestructible German glasses. His name is on the tip of my tongue, began with an M...Marcel? Marcelus? I don't know. I could be way off. We ordered wine and guacamole for appetizer. The guacamole was great! However, the chips were sooooo greasy, there were still heavily glazed in oil. But that was ok by me because I don't usually eat many of them at any Mexican restaurant any way. For entrees we had the fish tacos and chicken enchiladas. The enchiladas were really good. A lot of chunky chicken filled the tortilla, which was braised in a tangy sauce. The beans were good, and I appreciated the brown rice! I haven't had many enchiladas, so I have a limited perspective, but they were probably the best I've had. The fish tacos were breaded, and there are few things that are breaded and fried that I don't like. Not greasy and the breading was perfect. Fish was moist and flakey. I need to go back for brunch.

Jennifer H.

Flo is our go-to breakfast place for my vegetarian friends. Good food, friendly people. Good egg dishes for brunch and great modern Mexican food for dinner. Free Coffee at brunch while you wait and it's worth the wait. Highly recommended.

Nathan F.

I've been to New Mexico numerous times, I think Flo lives up to their specialty claim. Most places pass off Americanized Mexican as "New Mexican," but Flo even gets the chili sauce right (Christmas style!). The noise level and wait always kill it for me, though. Highlights: - Chilaquiles - best hangover medicine. Cheesy, spicy, and filling. - Breakfast burrito - hard to imagine a better egg-based burrito. Ingredients are super fresh with minimal grease, which is rare. - Carnitas Hash - VERY nicely done carnitas with just the right amount of heat. Ask for extra guac on the side to perfect this winner. - Margaritas - though pricey, they do it right with their own sour mix, not that pre-made sugary dreck that most places sling Lowlights: - Crowd - don't bring groups here or expect a table within an hour on weekends - Volume - don't expect to converse with people more than 3 feet away - Service - Flo's popularity leads to servers pressuring you to move along Bottom line: I love this place for New Mexican when I have 3 hours to spare for weekend brunch, but that's rarely the case. They do little to compensate for this drawback in terms of service or ambience once you're seated.

Erika C.

Excellent service and delicious plates. Came here for Sunday Brunch. The host and all the staff were extremely friendly. The environment was very artistic, chill ambiance. Great recommendations from the waiter. We had the Flo Omelet (great & healthy) came with seasoned potatoes and wheat toast. We had a side of French toast and the red chilaquiles. Everything was absolutely delish! Coffee is free while you wait which by the way...is also delicious. Can't say enough things about this place. I am a fan and I would totally recommend this place for Sunday brunch.

Amy S.

The service here is impeccable, the servers got everything we needed right away. The food came out in less than 10 minutes, it was amazing! The food here is really delicious. It's a mexican-breakfast theme with some unique choices, such as fruity pebbles waffles. The huevos rancheros are the best!! They are perfectly cooked and full of flavor. This is a great place for a hearty brunch.

Jason B.

They have great service and host. You get to drink free coffee while you wait. The bloody mary's were way too spicy. The food is just okay. I have had the cocoa crisp french toast - which I wished would have split with the table. The chilaquiles was essentially corn chips with salsa on them. We might give them another try...

Wendy E.

This is most definitely a new favorite and we will most certainly be back. We had just run the Santa Shuffle and poured in with our Santa t-shirts, beards and hats on and no one even seemed to notice in this eclectic little place. We had Cholula Bloody Mary's, followed by a flight of champagne-plain, Bellini and pumpkin pie-which was hands down amazing! The food was warm and cozy and filled our cold bellies up-I had the Steak and Eggs Benedict and FORCED my companions to try it as it was so wonderful. We did a last minute two waffle taste of the Cocoa Pebbles Waffle and sadly it tasted burnt, but everything else was to the limit fantastic!!!

Kelly M.

I tried Flo for Sunday brunch and had a great meal! It gets really crowded like any brunch place so the service was a little slow but the food was so good. I would definitely go back. The restaurant is small inside but there is a little counter at the bar with a couple of seats as well as a sidewalk patio. The menu had a good assortment of sweet breakfast items, savory breakfast items and Mexican food. I ordered an egg and cheese sandwich with basil mayo and I inhaled it. The bread on the sandwich must have been the same bread used for the french toast because it was nice and thick and slightly sweet. The smoothies on the menu looked good and they also had a fun assortment of mimosas and breakfast cocktails. Great neighborhood spot!

The S.

Back in the day of the early gentrification "the Bongo Room" showed up , and has been packed since. Further South on Chicago Ave. its seems quite possible to get a table a little easier in the morning than over on Milwaukee Ave. This place blew my breakfast expectations away just as bongo room did almost 15 years ago. The egg sandwich is absolutely mouth watering and the cocktails impeccable.

jon c.

always awesum

Daniel M.

Lots of great brunch options in Chicago. But, This place gets on the short list of must-try for brunch. There was a wait time of around thirty minutes but it was well worth it. Brian, the host, was all over it making sure folks got seated quickly. The menu was outstanding! Lots of great choices. Lots of both sweet and savory (actually spicy) options. I went with the green chilaquiles with shredded chicken, a fried egg, and fresco cheese. My wife had the huevos rancheros. She commented that that the sauce was packed with flavor. The food was spicy but not overpowering. I've eaten New Mexican food where all you good taste was the green chili sauce. This was not the case here. Great balance in the meals. Portions were generous and the meals were priced right! Great experience! We will put Flo in our rotation of restaurants to eat it. BTW, it's a young crowd in a vibrant neighborhood. So, the place is buzzing and loud. You'll have to talk loud. But, that's ok. You won't be talking much as you're stuffing your face with great food!

Kathleen C.

Visited Flo with a group of friends for brunch. The spot was adorable (and packed). Atmosphere gets a 4...it's a cute mix of photos, dark wood and the bar is a nice open spot. It was warm and welcoming. Our server was very friendly, but unfortunately, he had to break the news that they were not only out of prosecco, but ALL brunch sparkling drinks...really? ALL sparkling beverages....oh well, but I was a bit surprised...I'll have to come earlier next time. They also ran out of some of the specials....sigh. Again, apparently you have to get up early in the morning for this place! Service was a 4. The food was delicious...very fresh and flavorful and reasonably priced. Food was a 5 as was value.

Andrew B.

Inventive New Mexican brunch options that I've never found outside of Santa Fe or a handful of more creative places in Albuquerque. Try the Huevos Rancheros with green chile sauce instead of red and don't miss the burger with Hatch green chiles and a fried egg on top. Delicious. Other highlights include the bloody marys, free coffee while you wait, often no line, and the fact that you can get single orders of their bacon and chocolate chip pancakes (and all the other awesome pancakes and French toasts).

Hannah P.

I stopped in here for a quick snack and drink while in the midst of shopping. This is a nice street to check out with plenty of shops, boutiques, restaurants, and a little personality too. This restaurant had an awesome menu; but I just went for the fruit, yogurt, and granola mix. The brunch drinks were tasty. Nice patio area outside.

Lori K.

I absolutely love this place, it's my favorite brunch spot in Chicago. The huevos verdes are my standard order - it's so delicious. Go with the mimosa flight or bloody mary to drink - they usually have new and inventive homemade flavors of mimosas. There typically is a wait on Saturday and Sunday, but it's totally worth it!

Ryan P.

I went there for Brunch and it was excellent. The Chilaquiles were authentic and portions were very big. The free coffee while you wait is a nice touch, but surprisingly we didn't have to wait that long! Bloody mary's were also excellent! We had wanted some extra guacamole once we got our food, and it was quickly brought to us with a smile. Very happy with my experience, but they do pack them in quite tightly so come prepared to feel a bit cramped.

Seth F.

Another solid brunch option on the under-appreciated stretch of Chicago Ave east of Damen. Flo's brunch menu has a mexican flare and consists of food you'd typically find at a Mexican Restaurant (think lots of chorizo, breakfast burritos, and dishes like huevos rancheros). The wait is usually reasonable and they serve free coffee to occupy your time (albeit w/o much of a waiting area). But honestly, if you have to wait at all you'd be better off walking the half a block to Mexique.

Jason Z.

First time I went to Flo with my friend, who was a regular, thought this place was a hidden gem with the best pulled pork taco I ever had...the waiter was very attentive and the owner asked for our feedback. Fast forward 3 months, I was excited to take my wife. There were 5 open tables, but we had to sit next to the waiter's station, so they were constantly talking over our table, which was distracting, and I had to share my space at my table with several waiter's butts. When I got my tacos, the egg was overdone and it tasted very disappointing (that's a legitimate taste when you know what it should taste like). The waiter did not ask how are food was...his only interaction after taking our order was literally dropping off our food and placing the check on our table...no words were spoken. I would typically average a 5 and 1 as a 3, but I'm subtracting another star for consistency and apathy.

Evelina L.

This was pretty good, but not great. Service was fantastic, but the food tasted good, but nothing to write home about. I had the portobello tacos, the homemade tortillas and the sauce was good, but not jump out of my seat. Hubby had the GIANT burrito, which was just too huge and overfilled to understand the true flavor. Coffee was decent. Restaurant was crowded, but we were seated right the way at 10 am on a Saturday. Just sat a little too close to other people then I was comfortable with... So, try it for yourself, we might even give it a second run...

Vicky P.

It is one of my favorite places in Chicago. The food is always perfect, service is good and the coffee is great. I haven't gone during the busy hours so I cannot comment on wait times. The green chili chicken enchiladas are the best!!

Angelo C.

We have been to flo a few times now and the food has already been pretty good. We love the steak tacos and have been looking at the great green chili dishes. It can be hard to find good green chili outside new medico. There is one complaint though, the hours seem to be inconsistent. A few times now we have tried to go around 10pm and the always say that they are closing early. I understand it may be slow, but closing early on a Friday night is by annoying. Please either stay open and work the posted hours or change them!!

Tricia D.

A Latin American brunch hot spot? I'll give it a try. Flo doesn't take reservations for brunch, so expect to put your name down and wait. We chitter chattered for 45 minutes before being seated. I went for the smoked hash, two poached eggs over a turkey hash with an abundance of veggies (surprise!). I thought the hash could have used more potato cubes and less celery. Kudos for the default side dish being fruit vs. your typical pancakes or hash browns... though, I guess I ordered a hash to begin with. Overall, nothing to write home about.

Colleen D.

Wow Ive walked past here so many times with no interest to go in. Hungry and in a rush decided to give it a should. Unbelievable new Mexican food -- so good! Staff very personal / service very good. I tried a sloppy Joe of some sort - best ive ever had! Will be back!

Brett F.

Went here for brunch on a Saturday. Got seated fairly quickly. We were near the door and the 2 door air lock system wasn't really doing its job, every time the door opened cold air came in. I ordered the Chorizo Omelet. We seriously got our food within 5 minutes of placing our order. We were very impressed, although almost felt rushed it was so quick. My chorizo omelet tasted under seasoned, the chorizo had no spice and very little flavor to it and I resorted to using the hot sauce they provided and neither sauce was particularly tasty. My dish came with Flo's potatoes, which tasted and appeared they had been sitting in a warming dish for a while. I even ordered a coke to drink and even though there was ice in it, the drink was still warm. Very weird. I'm usually not this picky. We got our bill. The food is very reasonably priced and the service was great. But when paying it seemed as if they were rushing us out door, kind of uncomfortable. We were there for maybe 35 minutes at the most. I will return to this place to give it another shot and maybe try a dinner service or another brunch.

Brett K.

Aunt Flo is in town baby! And I like it! Okay, sorry but I just can't possibly be the only person who loves this place to make that stupid joke, can I? I have now done breakfast (albiet extremely hung over) and dinner at Flo and each experience was uniquely awesome. Just the right touch of latin flavor while doing something new and interesting. Love the margs

Mary T.

I visited Flo once before, back in the day when all of my bookclub ladies were single and childless. Back then we had no qualms about the waits at some of the tastiest and most popular brunch spots. Now that many of them have rugrats, we opt for places with in and out convenience and visits to places like Flo are now fewer and far between. Damn kids! Just kidding (or am I?). When we rescheduled our book club meeting, I saw the opportunity to reacquaint myself with Flo; my memories were faint, but favorable. My loyal brunching partner and I were fortunate and didn't have to wait long for a table, but if you're a coffee drinker they provide free coffee to take the edge off. We were seated in the front half of the room and started out with a Cava Champagne Mimosa, a perfect way to take the edge off my hangover. I decided to go off script with my breakfast choice and went for a savory item, instead of one of the tasty sweet options I normally salivate over. I ordered the Red Chilaqules with a slight modification; being the egg hater I am, I was able to sub breakfast potatoes for the eggs. The server thought I was crazy, but obliged. I got a generous serving of chilaquiles and they were fantastic. The red sauce packed a nice amount of heat; spicy enough to bitchslap my tastebuds, but not overwhelm them. Service was friendly and efficient; my water glass never dropped below half full which I loved. I tend to consume large amounts of water when eating, massive when eating after a night of serious drinking. Flo was a nice treat, I don't want it to be a few years before I make another visit.

Amy B.

Excellent brunch/ lunch! The service was quick and friendly. The decor is casual and inviting, and street parking was easy to find. Food was flavorful and got rave reviews around our table. The huevos verdes were excellent! Highly recommended... Definitely one of the best brunches I've had in Chicago!

Rhonda G.

Ladies who brunch, complete opposite of ladies who lunch. Latest endeavor: Flo Coffee: Strong! How coffee should be Mimosa: heavy on the booze, i'm ok with this Food: Smoked turkey hash could have used a lot more turkey and potatoes, too much of the diced veggies and not enough of the really good stuff! My fruit was served on the same plate as my entree and this was a little weird because the sauce got on my banana which didn't exactly taste good. Service: Fast and pretty attentive Overall, I would definitely go back. The menu had tons of options that interest me.

Jason P.

Can't beat the Flo Bowl for lunch. Service is always as good as the food.

Carly O.

I hadn't been to Flo in many years and the last time was for brunch. A couple of weeks ago, a girl friend and I went on a Saturday night for dinner around 8. The restaurant was filled, but not crowded (read: no wait). Great music (someone's impeccable iTunes playlist?), great service, and most importantly, excellent food at reasonable prices. We are both vegetarians and split the frito pie and Flobimbop. We also had the sopapilla and pumpkin bread pudding for dessert. Their house margarita is a very affordable $5. One drink, two entrees and two desserts came to about $50 after tax and tip. The atmosphere is casual, but modern. This is great place for a date, group dinner or to catch up with a friend. It's everything one could want in a dining experience without pretentiousness or confusion.

Jennifer E.

My husband and I came here last Saturday for brunch. We were in the Wicker Park area and was starving so we found this place on of course....Yelp (Mobile). This place was packed and loud Saturday morning. We were seated right away and our server got to us pretty quickly. I had the Chorizo Scramble paired with a mimosa and my husband had Guadalajara Scramble with some OJ. Overall it was good but it wasn't great. I think the portions were decent but we were still hungry after. I mean this was brunch (breakfast and lunch) so 2 meals into one lol. I don't think I'll drive all the way here from the North Side again. If I'm in the area I might go again.

Christopher B.

I hadn't been to Flo in quite some time....so I quite frankly forgot their menu and how well they threw down in the kitchen! I was thoroughly impressed with my dish. I had the Smothered Ranchero burrito with potatoes and it was excellent! I can see why this place gets the reviews and has the following that it does (it was fairly packed). Flo will definitely be a part of my monthly rotation for breakfast / brunch!

Anthony M.

Sunday brunch with no wait for a loser like me eating alone altho an apparent wait for bigger groups, or they just felt bad for me. Relegated to the back corner which was a little tight with a spotlight shining directly in my face which I wasn't the biggest fan of. However, the breakfast was excellent - eggs benny of course and the service was fast and friendly. A lady who I thought may be the owner was also wandering around and checking on tables which I also liked. If I ever moved to Chi I would frequent this place.

Pascal M.

Flo, not the rider or the waitress from dumb and dummer, I'm talkin' about the soulful Mexican brunch and dinner spot in the Chi. Before heading back to the burbs, a friend and I stopped by here to tear it up. We had the Triple Berry-Zabione French Toast and Huevos Verdes so we could have sweet and savory. I thought the French Toast was by all means good, but I've had much better. The plating was a little sloppy and there weren't all that many berries. However I don't think getting sweet items here is the way to go. It's all about their Mexican grub. The Huevos Verdes was an absolute winner, it was incredibly satisfying. The green chili was out of this world, I could eat it outta my gym shoes! Mexican breakfast is something I rarely get to treat myself to, so I would loving visiting Flo on numerous occasions to try all their south of the border offerings. The food that passed as we dined all looked good too. I cant wait to get back and try something like their breakfast burrito, chilaquiles, and maybe someday hit them up for dinner.

Andrea R.

I haven't visited Flo since I wrote my last Yelp review 4 years ago and I'm not sure why... 1) The food is tasty 2) It's super easy to find parking outside 3) I don't think it gets quite as crowded as some of the other brunch spots in the city. While the chocolate chip banana pancakes were calling my name yesterday, I decided to be good and order an omelette instead. I asked for it to be filled with jack cheese, mushrooms and onions. And since I had my omelettes on the runny side I also asked for it well done. Fruit instead of potatoes (see- i was being good!), but couldn't resist the toast cause everyone needs some carbs in their life. Or at least that's what I tell myself. My food was out within 5 minutes so I guess I need to add FAST to the list of why Flo rocks above. It was cooked to perfection- i ate every last bite. I most definitely won't be waiting until 2014 for my next visit.

Cameron H.

Overall, wasn't that impressed with the place. A friend of mine came into Chicago with her family and someone chose this place and the get together for everyone. After arriving, I asked the bartender what his favorite drink to make or the house specials were. Sadly to say, he was not able to rattle off any drinks but referred me to the drink menu. Now, for someone who has been bartending for over 14 yrs, this really did not leave a great impression with me. So, since this was a Mexican place, I went with a pomegranate margarita. Unfortunately, it was not good. After an hour, I finally finished the drink and kept to water the rest of the evening. For an appetizer, I ordered grilled calamari with lemon, garlic, grilled salsa fresca and grilled baguette. This dish was tasty. For my main dish, I ordered Baja Tilapia Tacos, 2 tacos with panko breaded tilapia, romaine leaf, pico de gallo and asiago, served with side salad. Good as well. I wanted something light and this was fine. Overall, I would give this place just an ok. Not sure if I would return. The place is very small but decent for 16 ppl (the number in our group). The staff was fine. The ambiance was ok (only because it was a bit dark in the back area where we were located. Nothing really stood out for me.

Erin B.

This is one of those places that I can honestly say "I don't get it." I went there and was basically made to feel that even getting a table was an accomplishment of Phelps-proportions. I was really pumped because there were eleventy million people waiting to get in so it had to be outstanding! Yeah...no. The service was bad, even by Chicago standards (sorry, but that is the standard by which all bad service can be measured) and the food...yeah...I just don't even...people wait for an hour for eggs on a tortilla? I think I'm missing something. I'm sure this place has its fans, but I can't figure out why. 2 stars for good coffee.

Matt B.

Had brunch- an omelette and blueberry French toast. It wasn't exceptional and unique, but the food was good and service and ambiance were great. Nice server; clean restaurant. Wouldn't mind trying their lunch or dinner menu.

Dean H.

Three of us has brunch at Flo. I"ve been going there a few years and hadn't been in since the new owner, Amy, took over. WOW! I loved Flo before, love it even more now. If you want THE BEST breakfast/brunch in the city, this is your place. (I think I just cooked my own goose! I'll never be able to get in now!) The food is spectacular, the atmosphere is fun and the service was great. Super friendly, Leonard the manager waited on us -- he was terrific. I am originally from New Mexico and pine for that food often. No need to go back now, it's come to me. LOVE, LOVE, LOVE Flo.

Rob G.

First time visit for me, with my sister and friends from Chicago Tuesday Nov 20, early afternoon. The food and ambiance were excellent; fresh ingredients, southwestern spices delicious, vegan friendly and the service was excellent. I will go back and explore other menu items. Your taste buds will be pleased with the visit and I highly recommend a stop in for a bite to eat, a drink, and with very reasonable prices too! - Rob Grass

Cody H.

A great New addition to West Town. My roommates visit flo once or twice a week for drinks and nachos. I normally have the flo bowl, which is amazing. The manager also have me free ice cream because I was the DD. I'd recommend this place for all ages.

R V.

I came here with friends for Breakfast and I was completely shocked that I have never been here before. I always go to another restaurant across the street and never noticed this one. Well, it is fantastic! I love the food, and the service is great. The prices are very reasonable as well. My only negative is that the coffee was too strong for me so after a lot of cream and sugar I was satisfied. I am definitely returning to this place. It was delicious.

Emilie N.

This place had a cute name and it was nearby so we decided to give it a go. The menu was unconventional- perhaps good for some people, but we were expecting choices that were a little... less Southwestern. Even though it wasn't what we were expecting, we gave it a try anyways. My dish was alright. Nothing worth mentioning. My boyfriend ordered the El Jefe Burger. The waitress asked how he would like it cooked. He responded with his usual- medium rare. The waitress put our orders in, and we got our food. But something was... off about the burger. The bacon it was wrapped in was basically raw. When we brought this to our waitress' attention, she was nice about it and apologized. However, then it looked as if the manager had a quick word with her about the burger. He came over to us, apologized again, and told us the burger was NOT supposed to be cooked to order. We didn't try another burger or entree. I would have given this place 1 star had they not comped my boyfriend's meal. At least they were graceful about that. But we'll be checking out different neighborhood restaurants from now on. Sorry, Flo- it's a no-go.

Samantha B.

My fiancé ordered the hatch green chili cheese burger. I had the tilapia tacos. My tacos were pretty good, but that burger was incredible. It was maybe the best burger I've ever had. The cheese was crispy, the egg was over medium and the beef was seasoned amazingly. The brioche bun was awesome. I'd come back again for this burger!

Alexandria T.

A friend and I went to Flo today for brunch in celebration of completing a half marathon. We waited about five minutes before the host came back to put our name. We were told it would be about 15-20 minutes, which is not a bad wait, however there really isn't a lot of space to wait inside. They do have free self service coffee while you wait. The menu looked great, and I had really high expectations due to both of my roommates' raving reviews and hearing about it on NPR. I ordered the chilaquiles after they were suggested by my roommate and the server. They were so super spicy, my nose was running! I love spicy food, but the spiciness overwhelmed any other flavor the dish might have had. They were served with a flour tortilla, and I enjoyed having the mess that was left behind in it. I also ordered a chile rojo Bloody Mary, which I wasn't a fan of. Maybe my expectations were too high, but I thought Flo was just ok.

Jeff R.

Flo's website says it best: "Flo brings the foods and flavors of the American Southwest to Chicago. Our food is fresh and from scratch and shows a fondness for spice. Flo is a contemporary casual cafe, offering breakfast, lunch, dinner, weekend brunch, and a full bar." So when we decided to go I was very interested in trying some southwestern brunch flavors. However I changed my mind when I saw the menu. It's a great weekend brunch menu with plenty of options: sweets, eggs, lunch options and southwestern influenced brunch choices (Huevos Rancheros,Huevos Verdes,Red Chilaquiles,Flo's Original Burrito,Chorizo Scramble...you get the idea). Maybe I spoiled my Huevos appetite the weekend previous at Milk & Honey, but I could not pass up on banana chocolate chip pancakes. Erica went traditional with a breakfast platter of eggs, toast, bacon and potatoes. Geoff always gets the granola with yogurt - a decision I understood after my small taste. Finally, I had to sit across from Ashley's very tempting french toast. We had a nice meal. Simple, fast, cheap ($60 all in for the table) and tasty. Those are the aspects that make a great neighborhood spot that makes you want to return often (and I think Geoff and Ashley qualify?) I'm very interested in sampling their regular lunch/dinner menu or something with salsa and chilies for brunch. Next time.

Arthur M.

Have you ever felt like someone was your nemesis? And then enjoyed their hospitality and food.

Claudia D.

Different management Late breakfast Dinner at Flo, hooray! I love Flo food and drink and atmosphere! Flo is 2011 Michelin Guide Recommended! Hooray!

Joe S.

why would this not be on your top 25 best breakfast places is beyond me.. great vibe, reasonable prices, eclectic approach to everything.. fun !

Dawn H.

I came here over the weekend with some friends for brunch. It was a little difficult to order since someone in our party had an allergy request and the server didn't speak very good English. He just kept nodding his head as if he understood, and then when the food came, it was really clear he didn't understand a damn thing. When we brought this to his attention, he tried to correct it, but then he ended up changing my order as well as if I also had an allergy. LOL. It was a hot mess, but whatever. I got the Flo Combo (eggs, bacon, home fries, and toast). Nothing special. Not sure what all the rave reviews are about. Overall a below average experience. Won't be returning here anymore.

Lindsey N.

The food was very good. Both my boyfriend and I had Mexican-inspired brunch dishes with eggs. He had some sort of scramble with steak; I had pulled pork tacos with fried eggs. I was a bit disappointed in the service. I ordered coffee and had to ask for milk and sugar to be brought to the the table. By the time I finally got it, my coffee was luke warm. When I was looking for a refill, I had to ask twice and my boyfriend asked a third time for me before anyone refilled my cup. Attentive servers should not have to be asked at all, no less three times. A place that specializes in brunch should be able to keep up with the coffee.

Abo P.

We miss you Anita! My boyfriend and I went their tonight for dinner and earlier this week for breakfast. (We have been regulars for the past 3 years). We noticed immediately that the vibe and some of the service is just not the same. New staff are not attentive or genuine. new Manager behind the bar was busy on her cell phone and talking to her friends at the bar.. our waiter last Tuesday was constantly walking into some storage room next to our table in front of the restaurant. he walked past us twice without asking us if we needed anything. I guess he was too cool for us, at least he acted that way. Don't get me started on the horrible techno music they where playing tonight (12/9/11). they played an entire MIA album! we are not in some trendy clothing store folks. Nonetheless, cooks are amazing at what they do. I hope the new owners treat them right, that's all they have going for them. fyi Drinks are getting weaker and smaller. If any of Flo's old regulars know of better spots like this one used to be or where Anita went, please send me info!!

Anastacia B.

I'll start by stating we had to order take out and I did not eat at the actual restaurant. But from what I had I will be making it a priority to stop in soon. Again it is one of those menus that everything sounds really good so how the hell are you supposed to choose? I ended up ordering the Southwest Cobb and the guacamole. It was so good I ate myself silly. The guacamole is amazing (I just realized I ate guacamole 3 times this week as well as an avocado...holy mother) and the kicker is the chips. Super greasy puffed up crispy chips. They almost looked like pork rinds. They were out of this world. The salad was just a really awesome salad and in my book that means ingredients that compliment each other, and really good fresh quality produce. Others at lunch got carnitas tacos, steak tacos, their take on a sloppy Joe, and maybe a black bean burger...all looked amazing and with the eating frenzy that went down I believe all tasted amazing as well.

Josh W.

I really want to love this place because its in my hood and the menu looks great, but I've been here three times (each time for breakfast/brunch), ordered different dishes and each time have been underwhelmed. The food here is just okay and the staff is not that friendly either. Who knows, maybe every time I've gone I order the wrong thing or just catch people on a bad day. I will probably still come back and try again, but in the meantime I can think of a handful of brunch places that simply have better tasting food and friendlier service. P.S. The breakfast potatoes, which are served with nearly every savory dish, are awful. Every brunch spot does them and they are the worst here.

betsy b.

Amazing mothers day brunch on the patio. The huevos verde hit the spot. My husbands enchiladas were awesome too. Mexican food for breakfast should be something I do more regularly. I loved this place.

mark l.

This is our go-to place when we have people in town. Incredible brunch. Come on, how can you go wrong with fruity pebble incrusted french toast! Dinner is also good, though they stopped serving the flan that we loved (we used to live right around the corner). Only downside is that there can be a pretty long wait. I highly recommend Flo.

August G.

Their Sunday brunch is amazing! The Flo White Omelette is my fave!

Shalin D.

Flo gets the sweets and the savories right. And, if you happen to be a little hungover (like I was the two times I visited), then you'll find plenty to alleviate the regretful lurch rising in your stomach. Go here but call ahead to see what the wait time is. You don't want to arrive at 11 AM and find yourself waiting an hour. Even with free coffee, it's not pleasant to wait in lobby. The glass walls make for cold in winter and unbearable heat in the summer. First off: the bloody mary. A friend of mine didn't like the bloody mary but I like mine piquant, salty, and crammed with pulpy vegetable juice (just the way they make them here). And the lime salt rimming the glass was a thoughtful touch. Second, the sweets. These guys get french toast right but leave a little to be desired with the pancakes. I love banana pancakes. Love them with chocolate or strawberries (the two options here). But, when you overload on the bananas, the pancake tends to be mushy and falls apart. They need to lay off the peel and increase the amount of batter to get a perfect pancake. Just a tip from me to you. Third, the savory. Love me some hash. Love the homefries. Love the omelets and the dribbles of chili sauce spooned across the middle. Oh, and I love the grain toast. But, if and when you manage to get all three components (hash, omelet, and toast) in one bit, it's heavenly. Savory definitely beats out sweets at Flo but only by a margin. So, in short, go.

Liz W.

This is my favorite restaurant in Chicago. I'm only hesitant to write this review because I (selfishly) don't want Flo to become overrun with customers. The ambience is laid-back, they always have good music playing, and the staff is super friendly. This is a great place to go for brunch, lunch, or dinner. They have a full bar, and their drink prices are completely reasonable. As for the food? Delicious. Their menu is Southwestern/New Mexican. If you're going for brunch, I recommend the Guadalajara scramble. For lunch or dinner, you cannot go wrong with the green chile chicken enchiladas (seriously) or the steak quesadilla. The carnitas tacos are also good, and so is their tomato bisque. And their salads! I could go on and on. Flo also has some great mid-day specials, and I think one night a week you can bring your own wine. Closed Mondays!

Gina F.

Really delicious brunches! I only wish it were closer to my current digs in Lincoln Square. There are always so many great options that I have a heck of a time making up my mind...and yet, I have never chosen wrong because I've enjoyed everything I've had. It's a small place and fills quickly, but they have a lovely courtesy: a coffee station in the waiting area. It's a really nice, very welcoming touch. But it is a brunch place in the city, so be prepared to wait, especially if you arrive between 11:30-1:30. I didn't even realize they weer open for dinner--I thought they were brunch only! I look forward to heading there for dinner soon, I hope!

J P.

This is a great place for brunch- free coffee while you wait, and well worth the wait! I think they're a pinch overpriced for dinner, but brinch there is excellent.

Derrick A.

There are no words to describe Flo! It is by far one of the best establishments in Chicago! I live next door and have seen the place change over the last 11 years and it is complete at this point. The service, the good amazing non pretentious fresh food, the staff that treats you like you have known them for years, the brunch!!!! And most importantly and often left out, the affordable dinners that are to die for. You can eat healthy here ( and substitute a fabulous margarita and feel like you balanced it off) and spend very little and get the quality of food you would get at some dumb hipster establishment where you have to get judged for eating McDonalds here and there. The mussels are amazing, get them as an appetizer, the nachos are not to be missed, ah hell, the whole damn menu is amazing, even the salads are big enough to satisfy. I've never been disappointed coming here; they also have half bottle nights on Tuesday and let me tell you, these are great wines to select from. So go!!!!! Meet the staff, have a cocktail, get dinner. Have a laugh!!!! They are the best, Chicago deserves this establishment and they deserve more publicity!

Noor B.

One of my favorite brunch spots in the city. Outstanding chilaquiles! Great neighborhood shops to visit it there's a wait.

nicole m.

I like flo. I've always liked flo. The ambiance is comfortable and cozy, the location is convenient (for me), the staff has always been attentive, and of course the food keeps me coming back. So what happened to our poached eggs, flo? Let me back it up. My friend and I visited flo on Sunday morning, beating the crowd by about 10 minutes, AND we got a table outside (bonus). I ordered the chorizo-tamale hash and my friend ordered the skirt steak eggs benedict. My dish was great, as always, except the poached eggs on top were completely hard. So were the eggs on my friend's benedict. I was able to cope, because the other flavors in the hash were delicious and, never having had such a dish before, I didn't miss the eggs. However, my friend, who has had plenty of benedicts in his life was quite disappointed. A poached egg is an integral part of this dish and I must admit, we left feeling a little less than our usual impressed. BUT...4 stars because flo is pretty consistent with a great dining experience. -1 star for the eggs.

Terri P.

Went here for breakfast with a friend. Amazing! The service was great, the food was great, and the space was trendy. My friend had the chocolate bacon pancakes and I had the breakfast burrito. We also had two mimosas. I would recommend all of the above. Everything was very fresh tasting.

Angelique K.

I usually work brunch so it's strange for me to be on the other side of things. I waited for my friend to arrive by helping myself to good coffee inside. There wasn't a wait for complete parties. The host was incredibly chipper and friendly and so was our server, Mike. A very nice place with a patio, I had the crab cake benedict which was amazing as well as a Cholula bloody mary with bacon bourbon. I was very satisfied with my meal and will be coming back again when I have a weekend off!

Ryan U.

AWESOME! My wife and I hit this place up a couple of weeks ago for brunch. Wow! The place is very kid friendly and the food is some of the best mexican in the city.

Nancy T.

Breakfast: consistently great food, quick service, and good prices. Yes, the waitress is overly attentive but I can forgive that. Easily. Order the Flo-style Eggs or the Low Rider.

Jack P.

Me go Flo. Me like Flo. Flo make heap big egg dish. Toast. Greens. Eggs. Sauce. Cup 'o Joe. Eat at bar. Cool big room. Art. Wood. Nice peeps. Low tunes. Good feng shui. Good Flo. John clean. Food come fast! All gone. Go home. Oh, no. No mo' Flo. Ten and five bucks. Gone. ( a few blocks west of the Blue Line Division stop)

Anastasia K.

Don t go!!! Go across the street!!!! To 'cafe central'! Dont be afraid of how it looks. Perfect quality and quantity

Adrienne G.

Tonight had a nice dinner with the famalam. As usual the service was nice and friendly, without being overly friendly. I love that the staff remembers that our family is crazy about Rodney's hot sauces, and whenever we eat there, they automatically bring them to the table. Got a salty greyhound and it was yummy- red grapefruit juice and vodka, and the juice was not canned stuff. Very tasty. I also got the special vegetarian paella. It was super delicious and I am really glad that we started with the calamari appetizer, since now I have leftovers which I will eat for my lunch tomorrow. The paella was perfectly seasoned, with tons of veggies, and I am now in love with this dish. Only thing I wish they would alter regarding the calamari would be to include the tentacles with the dish, since I love tentacles. I will return.

D W.

Been coming here for years. Fortunately with the new ownership the food has not changed and it appears they kept the same great Mexican chefs. Great enchiladas and bfast burritos. Good coffee. Place can be a little loud mostly from over cranked up music.

H W.

This café is the best. Amy the owner has the friendliest bar in town, and the food is spectacular.

Jason S.

The references to New Mexican food and chile are more like an affectation than the real deal. Service is hit or miss. I assume the woman behind the bar who will treat you unpleasantly is the owner. Good coffee. Street parking is impossible on a weekend morning.

Justin R.

It seems a lot of people were loyal to this Anita lady who was there previously. Well, I don't know Anita, but I do know good food, good service and a good time!! I've been here twice in the past month and had a great time for both. The first was for a friend's birthday. We were there mostly for drinking, however did have some snacky food. Guacamole - AMAZING Quesadillas - AMAZING I'm also enamored by any bar that can introduce me to a fun new rum, as that is my passion in life. Try the Old New Spiced Rum, it's quite tasty! The second time we went was for NYE, a friend was going and I decided it would be fun for something different, and would keep me away from all of the amateurs frequenting most other NYE parties. I was right! We had some fantastic food to start off the evening, more quesadillas. My dining partners all thoroughly enjoyed their meals as well (I can't remember what they had though, as I'm sure you can respect, given it was NYE.) They were also passing around several different finger foods throughout the evening which were super tasty, and my body certainly appreciated the added sustenance to keep me going. Food - A+ Service - A+ Good Times - A+ I look forward to going back!

Sage P.

LOVE Flo. Love it. The food was amazing, as everything is made with obviously fresh ingredients, and I adore the Mexican flare to everything from the omlettes to the delicious cocktails. Heaven. Furthermore, our waitress (I think her name was Rachel) was awesome. She has a great vibe (we chatted and she's just a very warm soul), is efficient, and doesn't hover. That's a big one. I gotta say "bravo!" to Flo for having great servers. Will be going back again soon :)

Angela S.

We had to wait quite awhile, which is one of my biggest peeves and quite a deterrent for me, but the food was delicious and the service was great.

FoodLover Z.

Flo is just like one of the many brunch places that are located at every other corner of Chicago. Good food, but nothing special. Try it if you are in the neighborhood, but don't go out of your way for it.

Karen T.

Highlights of a 9:30 am Sunday brunch @ flo: 1. chilaquiles - hot damn. those corn tortillas were amazingly tasty as they were authentic, that salsa made me want to lick the dish...and it wasn't even my order. but believe you me, it will be next time. 2. black beans. a side in my flo fritatta dish of cheddar, eggs, & onion/potato/spinach, i shoveled mine in even after i was uncomfortably full. 3. their pico. i would like a side of flo pico with every hispanic dish i ever have again in life, please... 4. nouvelle vague - this is not a love song. music choices here are excellently eclectic and I approve wholeheartedly. 5. flo blend coffee - I firmly believe the "honey/water" hangover cure can be supplanted by flo coffee. They must know that too, because they are generously quick with refills. Most brunch dishes range from 6.50-10. Tack on another $6.50 for one bloody mary and you're looking at a $35 bill (including tax & tip) for 2. Clearly, worth it at flo - when we walked in, the place was already packed. Though no complaints - no wait for counter seating, and gratis flo blend coffee if you choose to wait for a table.

Lauren B.

I went to for brunch yesterday morning for the first time and was pleasantly surprised. Delicious, fresh ingredients that are prepared delectably and brought to the table quickly. If you are a fan of Bloody Mary's or "Maria's",....this is the place to go...nice and spicy but still delicious. The staff is knowledgeable and friendly, makes you feel like you are eating at a friend's home. Flo doesn't take reservations, but they do provide FREE Intellegentsia coffee for all patrons waiting for a table. I will be frequenting this establishment for some time to come....next time I am going to hit it up for dinner!!

Dan S.

Ummmm delicious?! Went there for a weird post lunch pre dinner at 3:00 and were first disappointed by the limited menu. Apparently every 3 or 4 hours their menu changes though so it's time appropriate and probably easier on the chefs. I was really in the mood for some sort of pancake egg thing combo but who was i kidding, it was 3:00 for pete's sake! I got the Breakfast Burrito and my lady friend got the Turkey Grilled Sandwich. They both came really quickly. First bite, great. Mine came with black beans and fried taters. The taters could have used some more flavor but it made the burrito taste that much more flavorful (translation: taters complimented burrito). I had to steal some of the Turkey Sandwich from my lady friend. I almost wanted to switch plates it was so delicious but then remembered how delicious mine was so I rationalized. The Turkey Sandwich came with coleslaw and taters. Same bland taters but the slaw was really good. I love good slaw and this, my friends, was good slaw. Since it was an off hour I wasn't hungry enough to finish and can't wait to nuke and eat the rest l8r.