3 Squares Diner

Diner · Uptown

3 Squares Diner

Diner · Uptown

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1020 W Lawrence Ave, Chicago, IL 60640

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Upscale diner with 1920s aesthetic, known for chicken & waffles  

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1020 W Lawrence Ave, Chicago, IL 60640 Get directions

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+1 773 293 6158
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The Chicago Neighborhood Delivery & Takeout Directory

"This all-day breakfast spot is offering curbside pickup and delivery." - adrian kane

https://www.theinfatuation.com/chicago/guides/chicago-neighborhood-delivery-takeout-directory
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3 Squares Diner Review - Uptown - Chicago - The Infatuation

"3 Squares is an upscale diner in Uptown with comfortable booths and a long counter that’s perfect for dining solo. You can get dishes like omelettes, chicken and waffles, and a Chicago pastrami “dog” (a pastrami sandwich dressed like a classic Chicago hot dog). Breakfast is served all day, so if you’re a breakfast-for-dinner person, you’ll be particularly happy here." - Adrian Kane

https://www.theinfatuation.com/chicago/reviews/3-squares-diner
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A Critic Gives Zero Stars to Sodikoff’s ‘Half-Assed’ Japanese Restaurant - Eater Chicago

"The food at 3 Squares Diner “appeals yet consistently fails to live up to its promise” according to Mike Sula. The “Chicago Pastrami Dog” is “simply a pastrami sandwich dressed up in a Halloween costume of Chicago-style hot dog toppings.” Even worse, the meat seems “undercured” and the brioche bun is “old.” Duck confit hash features potatoes that “don’t harmonize with the bird” while lamb bacon “consists of scraps of irregular, gnarly flesh that appear[s] to have been reheated.” There are a few highlights: Drop biscuits are “moist and warm” and a vegan chocolate-peanut butter milkshake is “thick, delicious, and pretty convincing.” But on the whole, 3SD is more bark than bite." - Jeffy Mai

https://chicago.eater.com/2018/7/13/17568868/reviews-radio-anago-3-squares-diner
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Michelin-Approved Brunch and More Coming to New Uptown Diner on Friday - Eater Chicago

"The owners of Jam Restaurant, known for one of the city's best brunches, are opening 3 Squares Diner in Uptown on Friday. The restaurant will be on the ground floor of Lawrence House, a rehabbed 344-unit apartment building at 1020 W. Lawrence Avenue. Unlike Jam, which operates only for breakfast, lunch, and weekend brunch, 3 Squares Diner will offer dinner as well. The diner features interiors inspired by a 1920s aesthetic. The building, formerly a hotel, includes a cocktail bar and coffee shop." - Ashok Selvam

https://chicago.eater.com/2018/6/4/17425258/3-squares-diner-jam-lawrence-house-uptown-opening
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Chicago-Area Restaurant Openings For Spring 2018 - Eater Chicago

"UPTOWN— The owners of Jam Restaurant in Logan Square have a new all-day restaurant in Uptown. 3 Squares Diner is located at Lawrence House." - Ashok Selvam

https://chicago.eater.com/2018/3/23/17157582/new-chicago-restaurant-openings-spring-2018
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Daniel B.

Google
This place is so good. The food is perfectly portioned, delicious, and comes out quick. The service is great and the restaurant itself is beautifully decorated in a minimal vintage diner style. We got the burger and the steak & frites. Both were amazing. 😋

Andrew Palmisano

Google
My friend and I wanted to try a new place and we are sure glad we did! The bloody Mary's with the beer sidecar is so good. The bloody Mary tasted super fresh and was just right. Now to the best part, the Nashville chicken and waffles.... To die for! This was probably some of the best friend chicken I have ever had! It wasn't burn your mouth spicy, but had a very good spice taste! The server we had was so friendly and kind, we asked a few questions and he had no problem explaining items on the menu. We will be back again!

Ging Cee Ng

Google
Loved it. Exceptionally clean and thoughtfully designer diner with wonderful service and food. I’m not normally a chicken and waffles fan but this spicy version took me by surprise and hit the spot! Highly recommend their boozy shakes too.

Vlad Novikov

Google
Always a great spot - great addition to the neighborhood! The food is really well made, service is kind and efficient. Really happy to have this as a high quality neighborhood spot. The chicken and waffles are amazing!! Almost as good as Big Jones! Try the pork bacon! (I asked for no gastrique or pickles, this isnt the normal plating for the chicken and waffles).

M Coogan

Google
I finally got to try this place the other day when I had some free time on my hands. First things first, for the neighborhood, it's kind of pricey, considering this isn't downtown! So I just opted for something simple and relatively inexpensive, the buttermilk pancakes ($6). Suffice to say, it was surprisingly good. Although it could've been served a little hotter the pancakes themselves were the right thickness and I could tell from the way they tasted there was buttermilk in them. I still think they should've added a side to make it more of a complete meal but that's what you get at 3 Squares, just the minimum. I'll definitely go back here if only for an occasional splurge.

Ethan Bitar

Google
3 Squares Diner pleasantly surprised me in both cost and taste. Their meals are well presented and the milkshakes are excellent in consistency.

Rico Lajom

Google
Food, ambiance, and service is perfect! It's refreshing to see a menu that is not overwhelming and has just the right amount of good options. I highly recommend their steak, frites, and eggs. Portion size is just right! Simple menu item that was surprisingly better than expected. Love the 50s modern aesthetic and the color scheme. Overall, a great experience!

Francisco Saldana

Google
Delicious. Lamb bacon, out of this world. Best biscuits and gravy I’ve ever had. Excellent coffee, excellent service.