Cozy Corner Restaurant and Pancake House

This is a friendly neighborhood spot that’s perfect for breakfast or brunch. The menu is loaded with comforting favorites, from eggs and omelets to sandwiches and classic diner plates. The portions are generous, the food comes out hot, and the service makes you feel at home. It’s a reliable place to enjoy a relaxed meal any day of the week.

A group of 7 or 8 of us stopped in on a Saturday late morning/early afternoon! We waited for about 15 mins for a table which I think is super reasonable for a group of that size. The servers & hostess were quick and attentive! The food was all delicious, and there's a great variety between sweet & savory. ✨ Bonus: they have excellent chocolate milk, and there are clear partitions between the booths, so although it is noisy, you can easily have conversations. ✨

This is a friendly neighborhood spot that’s great for breakfast or brunch. The menu is full of comforting favorites, from omelets and skillets to sandwiches and hearty plates. The portions are generous, the food comes out hot, and the staff makes you feel welcome. It’s the kind of place you can count on for a relaxed, satisfying meal any day.

Came in on Sunday at 1pm, waited about 20 minutes to be seated at the counter. Service was really friendly even considering how busy it was. Food was great taste and portions. So many more items we’d like to try on the menu here! Loved the chocolate chip pancakes and carnitas skillet. Bill was $45 including tip.

Although ordinary breakfast menu,it’s good. Decor needs refresh.Service average. I’ll never get used to $4.00 for a cup of coffee. Off street free parking is a big plus. Not a destination but filling if your in the neighborhood. AWARDED ONE YUM ON A SCALE OF 3

My sis and I arrived at a busy time on a Saturday morning 5/10/25 so there was a long wait (30 minutes) but it gave us time to catch up with each other so the time went relatively fast. Once we were seated the server came over right away and since we studied the menu while we waited😉, we placed our orders and our food came out faster than expected and, it was delicious!!! I ordered the vegetarian skillet with a side of hash browns and pancakes. My veggie skillet was very flavorful and the texture of the veggies was perfect. My sister enjoyed her shrimp and grits but not so much her pork bacon which was just a lot of fat. The server Stefany was present and attentive and not over bearing. When the check arrived we were surprised to see a round sticker on there that stated that an 18% “service charge” is included and “NO TIP” necessary. Yet below that the service charge is called “gratuity” which should means that the funds should be a tip for the server and not for the restaurant (see attached pictures)🥴. Overall, I would definitely recommend the Cozy Corner Restaurant to others🙂.

Went here randomly, saw the reviews and decided to go. Came with my boyfriend from out of town so it was a first for both. Parking was kinda tricky, there is parking directly in the parking lot and then extra parking round the corner. Leaving it what you have to worry about since it is a bit tight. Arrived at this very comfy cafe and got immediately sat by a window seat and got serviced very quickly. Food was delicious and I didn't feel rushed to do anything! Tip is already included with the bill which is very convenient, so I just had to pay and we on our way!

Insant favorite! Great vibe with a wonderful balance of bustling diner and cozy Cafe. There is plenty of space at seating arrangements. The waitstaff are lively and fun with plenty of banter without being too much. It's obvious they are all professionals and know exactly how to navigate both the space and the crowd. The food was delicious with generous proportions. Will definitely be returning!

Most fluffy and delicious pancakes I have ever had. I swear I didn't even like pancakes much before but every time I'm back in Chicago in-between travels I look forward to stopping here. Everything is what you expect from a classic breakfast diner but done just perfectly.

Great spot for a hot breakfast at a fair price. The sausage had amazing flavor and the hash browns were hot and perfectly cooked. I'm always a stickler about coffee and they had some strong, hot coffee! Great breakfast spot!

Been driving by this restaurant for over a year and my family and I finally decided to check them out. We were a party of 4 and we all gave Cozy Corner 5 Stars. Every part of our experience was exceptional. The restaurant has a small parking lot on the side but there is a little street parking and a paid parking lot across the street. Upon entry it was crowded so we were given a buzzer to wait for our table. We were buzzed within 4 minutes. The restaurant is very spacious, multiple tables and booths with 2 counter seating spaces as well. It's very open and bright. The wait staff and servers are different people so there's no waiting a long time for anything. The restaurant feels so cozy. The food is SO DELICIOUS!! Everything was flavorful and tastes Great. The presentation of the food is very upscale and the portions are hefty. Special shout out to my waiter Faiyaz. He was a delight and very friendly. My kids liked him. Definitely recommend.

If you want an all American typical breakfast this is the spot. I came here with family and we all got our own dishes and some things to share. I got the house special, which is two French toasts, 2 eggs, and bacon. The French toast was perfection. The Nutella pancakes were also delicious. On the menu, it said it came with fresh strawberries and banana, but the banana was cooked into the pancake, which was a yummy surprise. An honorable mention is the cheese grits. The taste was SO good, but they were warm/room temp, which probably took away from the overall taste.

The place: the Yelp waitlist system they have here is clutch. They move with beautiful choreography and turn tables speedily. Our party of 2 walked in around noon on a Saturday. We were 9th on the waitlist and were seated by 12:20. The taste: great coffee. Fluffy pancakes on the side. Corned beef hash skillet was excellent. Crispy, flavorful, generous portions. Syrup, ketchup, hot sauce, etc. everything you could want. My face: all smiles at discovering this gem. $45 pre-tax and tip.

Great breakfast food! Service was attentive and friendly, we had to wait about 15 mins on a Sunday morning which wasn't bad at all. The interior is clean and has a classic cozy diner feel. The scrambled eggs were especially good, I think I'll have to get an egg based dish next time!

henomenal. The name says it all. On the south east corner of California and Milwaukee, is this cozy diner where you can enjoy classic breakfast options from Benedict's to country fried steak. Seasonal specials too like chicken and biscuits along with sweet desserts too. Free parking available in front (small) and in the back by the CTA (large). Recommend going during the weekdays as they get insanely packed during the weekends. If you go in the weekend either come early or order carryout. I'm not sure if reservations are available. I highly recommend the cheesy grits as a side. It is so fine. I've ordered things here multiple times and have only been disappointed once: egg white omelette. It was over cooked and the chicken chunks in it were too dry. If you're looking for a healthy option maybe look at a different item on the menu Staff: (when not busy) welcoming, friendly Food: typically everything slays Atmosphere: old fashioned dinner Room for improvement: don't over cook the omelette please

I loved coming here recently despite all the price increases the past few years. Even though breakfast for two should never cost $50, I still made time to dine in on the weekend. I continued to support this business even though their early bird special is no longer affordable on a daily basis. The only thing that kept me coming back was my love for the side order of pancakes that were included with the entree. Last week is the first time I became upset with a restaurant in the 38 years that I have been dining in Chicago. I was so upset because I noticed Cozy Corner shrunk the size of their side order of pancakes by about 50% I thought about how they might still be struggling with inflation like most small businesses this year and I started to calm myself down and move on with my life. About a week later, today, I felt like giving them one last chance to keep my loyal patronage. I decided to order a full order of pancakes in addition to my omelette. I paid $12.99 for the lemon berry capone pancakes even though I hate supporting shady companies that are actively practicing shrinkflation with no regard to product or customer. I just wanted to eat some regular size pancakes with my wife this morning for a special Valentine's Day breakfast. Except we didn't get the chance to enjoy regular sized pancakes. Cozy Corner gave me the same reduced sized pancakes as the shrinkflated side order. Are you kidding me?! Fool me twice, shame on me.

Cozy corner is still the best breakfast around. I have probably ordered over 50 times and they very rarely miss a thing. I always get the Mexican omelette and occasionally will get a side of pancakes instead of toast. The omelette is massive, enough for multiple meals, and not overly greasy like some omelettes with chorizo can get. I've had friends and family order other pancakes, French toast, etc and everything has been fantastic. It's also SUPER fast!

Can't stress this enough - this is the best breakfast food in Chicago. Place is always packed, anything you order will be great and service is always fantastic!! Treat yourself (in my opinion the best way you can) with a fantastic breakfast My go-to is the Hipster Benedict (biscuit and gravy eggs benedict) close second would be the Abuelita Skillet (only if you like spicy)

This place has a ton of reviews and good ones at that, so we ended up going here for brunch this weekend. It was a decent place. First of all, it's a pretty big place for the city and it has its own parking lot, which is amazing in terms of convenience. The other cool thing is they have Yelp waiting list so we signed into that and were like #20 when we left from home and were around #2 or so when we arrived. That makes things amazingly convenient. We waited probably only 5-10 mins once we arrived. Very nice for an otherwise crowded time. The place itself is like a normal diner. We ended up being seated kind of in an odd corner of the place, but it was ok. Now on the menu, it's a big one. They seem to have everything at face value, but there are some important updates required, I'd say. One that came up was they have burgers, but no veggie burger. On a similar front, a number of items come with eggs and they were not willing to substitute anything else for a side of eggs, even though we don't eat eggs. For example, avocado toast with 2 eggs on the side. What I wanted was just avocado toast. Same on the veggie griddle. We requested the waitress to help us out and on the 3rd try she did bring out some extra hash brown, but I had wished it was just an option up front. She was very nice overall though. One thing I've never seen before is she would ask you if you were right or left handed and turn the coffee up towards the direction based on your response. I thought that was pretty funny. So the food itself was fine. The waffle was ok. The avocado toast was ok. The veggie thing was ok. All was ok. In terms of the food.

Very friendly staff - they make a great homey atmosphere! Excellent bang for your buck if you're looking for a traditional breakfast with lots of options. The omelette was massive, the hash browns crispy and the French toast was simply perfection. Our coffee cups were never left empty and I wish we would have had more room to eat even more. Can't think of a better spot for a regular weekend breakfast.

LOVED loved the food!! The service was fast even though we went on a crowded Sunday morning!! It's the best restaurant in the neighborhood!!

Amazing! Food was delicious. Classic breakfast food. Clean. Friendly staff and very proficient at getting people in and out.

Good food. Good service. Slightly expensive. Almost always crowded. Love the avocado toast with eggs. Large portions.

Super cozy cafe with an at home feel. Exceeded expectations for a classic diner! The prices are fair, the staff is incredible with the customer service, and the food is super tasty! I ordered the house special with pancakes and it was everything I would want in a classic breakfast plate. Fluffy pancakes, eggs cooked to the perfect over medium that I asked for. On top of that, I accidentally ordered it with bacon instead of sausage which is what I wanted. When I asked the waitress about it, she gave me the sausage for free in addition to the bacon even though it was my mistake when ordering! She wasn't obligated to do that but she went out of her way to make sure I was happy. 10/10 on all fronts.

This is a great diner! So many breakfast options and the place has a cozy feel. We came on a Saturday morning and were seated quickly. The menu is huge... it's so difficult to pick since everything looks so good. I got the lemon berry capone pancakes and they were so good! Pancakes were nice and fluffy and the toppings were sweet and refreshing. I got this as a combo meal so I also got a side of eggs and sausage. The eggs were cooked perfectly, but I wasn't super into the sausage since I felt they were a little too salty. I also got a side of hash browns to share and these were delicious too! If you're in the mood for breakfast food with a cozy diner feel, cozy corner is a great option! I'd probably skip on the sausage but everything else was super delicious. There's so many unique combos for pancakes and French toast so I'll be back to try them!

We were in Chicago visiting my sister and she lives right by here. We went for a quick and easy breakfast before getting our day started. We were sat right away which was nice. We were instantly greeted with our waitress and asked what we want to drink. Quickly after she came back to serve us coffee, which was also nice since it was the morning and we were needing coffee asap. The menu is big and has your classic diner vibes. They had some delicious looking winter specials which we didn't get but close to ordering. We each ordered a different kind of scramble or omelet. I really enjoyed the "al pastor" scramble I ordered. It came with pineapple in it which as first I was unsure about but it actually added really nice flavor. I definitely recommend going if you are wanting that good greasy diner type food. We left full and satisfied and it definitely got the job done.

Great spot ever since I was a kid. These days they upgraded, gentrified and still put out the same quality to hipsters and neighborhood folks alike. Extremely clean and excellent service. One of the few places around with parking. Can't go wrong here for breakfast or lunch.

My first time here and I will definitely be back! Everything was cooked beautifully! I am very particular about how I like my eggs and pancakes prepared. The ham melted in my mouth. The entire team wait staff was super friendly and I felt cozy in the booth...

Love this place. come here all the time. chilaquiles are to die for. everything is also so good.

This place is a gem! If you like a diner feel for a Sunday Morning pick me up breakfast, this is the place for you. Upon walking into the Cozy Corner, it is VERY hectic (which is to be expected on a weekend morning) and I made sure this time (second time coming here) to check in on my way over via the bus. This got us in quicker! Also I would like to add, they deal with the craziness very well! Keeping everyone in line and still remain happy and peppy through it all (which seems difficult)! Once sat, I knew we would love this place from just briefly glancing at the menu. Prices are fair and portions are large. My first time coming I got the Nutella crepes which were a 10/10. This time coming, I got the cinnamon swirl french toast which was a 7/10. Be prepared for a VERY sweet dish.... I ate too fast and my stomach started hurting so that's my fault! Also got the hash browns which are fantastic - I get them extra crispy. My boyfriend got the Cubano Sandwich which he says is the best he's EVER had. A side of fries with the garlic sauce topped it off. Our server was bubbly and very nice/ pleasant. Customer service was great too. Overall this is a great place to come on a slow Sunday morning! Highly recommend!

Food was a 10/10. Their menu is pretty expansive so there is definitely something for everyone. Highly recommend the caramel waffle it was delicious. The portions are pretty average but the prices are reasonable. It does get quite busy and I don't think they take reservations so just be prepared to wait a little. The only negative was our table was so close to the register I kept getting kicked with people walking over to pay or leave. Would recommend removing that table it wasn't the most enjoyable experience. Other than that though would highly recommend!

Cozy Corner delivers on some of the best breakfast and diner food in Chicago. This location has some of the best staff and you will always recieve great service. They also have a parking lot attendant during busy times so parking and or getting in and out is a breeze. The food is solid and great everytime. Consistent and jamming with flavors. Great spot for any kind of food mood you may be in.

Great location that I could walk to from my apartment! Service was quick and our server was attentive. Highly recommend any of the pancakes because they're so good!

As a single diner, I wanted to share my experience at Cozy Corner. I stumbled on this gem eight months ago when I moved to Logan Square. I had finished taking the boxes from the moving truck into the condo and was hangry. As I didn't know the area, I drove around and stumbled upon this restaurant. It reminded me of Lincoln Square in Indianapolis. I got a table for one and was extremely happy with the menu. I ordered an omelet with potatoes and iced tea. The food came quickly and was good. I decided then and there that this would be at the top of my list for breakfast spots, so much so that I would visit it once to twice a month. Fast forward to today. I had just finished a doctor's appointment and didn't feel like cooking, so I stopped in a Cozy Corner around 9 am. I parked my car and walked in. There were four people ahead of me, and as the hostess got to me, I said I needed a table for one. The hostess pointed out the bar, to which I said no, I'd like a table. The hostess said they no longer sit singles at tables or booths. It was 9 am, and the parking lot was not even full. I looked at her, bewildered. I even searched for a sign and saw nothing anywhere indicating this was a new policy. Once in my car and sitting in the parking lot, I called the Cozy Corner. Management will attempt to refute this review so that I will be forthcoming. I was hot about what had just happened. When the person picked up the phone, I said I was just told that singles could not sit at tables or booths, there was no signage regarding this, and this was a lousy rule on their part. I was talking loud, not yelling, but loud. I'm a native Chicagoan, for god's sake. The hostess indicated she was the one who told me this and then proceeded to accuse me of yelling, that she was doing her job, and then hung up the phone. This is the go-to response from a customer service perspective when employees want to avoid dealing with bad rules. I get it; however, I was not yelling. Believe me, if I were, I'd tell you all. After she hung up on me, I called right back, and Michael - I think that was his name - answered the call. Because the hostess accused me of yelling, I spoke in a low tone. I said to Michael, are you the manager? He then hesitated and said yes. I relayed to him that this rule of forcing singles to sit at the bar is not good business, my money was as good as anyone else's, and then I hung up. Here's why you and I should have an issue with this. What if someone has social anxiety and tries to get out after being cooped up for two years? Folks want to avoid sitting at a bar next to people but want to be around people. What if someone is on the spectrum and doesn't like the close quarters? Management still needs to think this through. As such, this is a teachable moment for all involved. Management needs to create a big sign so all single customers see they cannot be seated at a table or a booth, so they are not embarrassed as I was. To facilitate this, I will be protesting peacefully for the next three months at this location. I'll have a simple sign that reads Single diners are not welcome here. If you want to join me, I'll be on the sidewalk on Saturdays and Sundays starting in March. Best.

Food was delicious, Diana, our server, was very cordial and considerate, we all enjoyed our time.

I've come here every weekend for over a year and today is my last. The manager decided that there would not be modifications to dishes because it was a weekend. In what world does a restaurant not allow modifications to orders such as "no onions, no cheese (due to an allergy) and no cheese on another dish. They made the food how the kitchen wanted and gave it to us, now why would a kitchen or manager take it upon themselves to make food that won't be eaten and then charge the customer for it. I asked to speak to the manager and he was too busy eating his sandwich on the other side of the kitchen door to come speak to me. Piss poor customer service, piss poor management, pissed away a regular customer. Don't go here, don't order food or run the risk of the kitchen making what they want not what you want.

Do not come for pancakes. They were very dry. The bacon was stale, as if they're not made to order. Biscuits and gravy was not hot and too thick. The best thing was the eggs/omelette. The coffee was mediocre. Service would've been great, if we were checked on.

Great spot for a quick delicious breakfast with online check-in and reasonable prices.

This is a 5 star review of a text book way to serve people with great customer service and great food. The place was crowded and busy but we were checked on consistently while we waited, which was great it let's you know you're not forgotten. Once we were seated we ordered our food (it was delicious) I got the steak skillet and my girl got the hipster Benedict, to top off the great quick meal our server Bayden was very prompt on point and very welcoming! Really held up to the name "cozy corner" it felt like just right place to be on a cold Sunday brunch. Will be back again! Hugh five to Bayden totally smooth customer service.

Not even going to rate it, for yrs I being nothing but a champion of this place, there's others places where they can easily accommodate you, not next to the sink where the staff have the condiments, I worked in a restaurant for yrs so I know believe I know about how a restaurant works and operate. Going to spend a lot of money for a place it really lost its touch. Got to be bumping with other patrons, it's ridiculous, the noise next to the kitchen don't let me enjoy the day, next time make sure you sit next to the shitter. And it's not I got no money to spend, I guess they though I was a beggar or something, but thank you.

First time here and I am in love w/ the Mimosa it's just perfect I ordered strawberry French toast, steak n eggs w/ cheese grits and I ate every bite of my meal. Steak was exceptionally delicious, I think my waiter name was Jake he was great I didn't even have to wait long for my bill . Will be back !

Great place to go for breakfast but get there early on the weekends! We beat the rush and got seated right away just before it got really busy after 10am on Sunday. I had standard breakfast of eggs, sausage and hash browns which was a large portion and tasty! Service was excellent too!

We stopped in for breakfast on our last morning in Chicago. The diner was buzzing but still had a few open tables, we were seated quickly and our friendly server was there to provide water and get drink orders in a matter of seconds. All four of us ordered something different from the menu and we were all very satisfied. The pancakes were perfection, the fiesta skillet was spicy and amazing, and the hipster Benny checked all the boxes. Couldn't have asked for a better meal or service before our drive home.

Solid breakfast spot! Cozy diner feel with good and fresh food! The veggie omlette was packed with veggies and the hashbrowns and pancakes were just what I hoped! Lovely staff. Great for families if they aren't too busy.

My go-to local diner. The bloody Mary's are amazing and you can get on the waitlist via Yelp (it's a game changer on a busy Sunday morning).

Solid diner, a breakfast must! I've been eating here for years and it never disappoints.

Following a night of drinking, we were looking for a restaurant that had all breakfast options that would could possibly imagine. The Cozy Corner was able to satiate all of our needs in one place for a low price. The service was really good and the food came fast.

I been in 2 Diferent location But this is the worst Took so long to the waitress come and take our orders My hot tea took forever The hash browns taste old ..... Another 10 minutes to get the check.........

Always good food - can have a long wait depending on when you go (ie weekends are BUSY)

You can put your name on the wait-list virtually which is great! Skillets are great there.

Cozy Corner makes you feel like you're in a movie. With bright lighting, you walk into a fast-paced breakfast joint that still pays attention to each and ever customer. They will get you seated and serve you in a timely manner. Their coffee is bottomless and their booths are intimate. You'll want to keep coming back and ordering the same food because it's just that good, even down to the soft, thick, white toast you get on the side. So cozy!

Very busy old school diner in Logan! It will be packed on a weekend so just be prepared to wait, though staff is organized and helpful even in the midst of the chaos. Great picturesque classic breakfast! Fluffy scrambled eggs, delicious perfectly cooked bacon, and yummy (though pretty standard) french toast. Service was friendly & prompt. 4/5 stars just because there wasn't anything super special about the food so not totally sure it's worth the long wait & it's a little on the pricy side for what you get. Overall great experience though!

My updated charge on my card was $10 more than what I signed off for. I called and spoke to the manager on duty and all they said is that they'd speak to the people who handle money and give me a call back. I have not heard anything since. That is stealing.

I highly recommend Cozy Corner! Every experience I have had here had always been a positive one. The food is extremely good and the hospitality is Excellent!

They do American breakfast well; that's just a fact. Nutella crepes were phenomenal. Service was excellent.

Worth the wait. Food always great tasting. Hostess & waiter Jake was so attentive & friendly. Love the pics & decor. Thank you for keeping the restroom clean

Stopped in with my mother and son after our dentist appointment. When we arrived we were greeted by Pete. He was such a pleasure! He explained the check in/reservation process via yelp and checked us in once we followed his directions. It was a bit busy but we were seated within 10 minutes. Our server was Catalina and she was attentive and friendly. Our food came out quickly, hot & fresh. I ordered the veggie skillet with pancakes. It was absolutely perfect. I didn't have to add any salt or pepper, I was able to just dive right in! The one thing I didn't like was that the only non pork meat side is turkey sausage as my son and I don't like sausage. It would be nice to have a turkey bacon or turkey ham option. A true plus was the non dairy creamer option! It's hard to find places that offer nondairy creamer. I've found that at most places you're usually stuck drinking it with almond milk or soy milk which don't satisfy my palate. All in all, this location was great and I hope to visit them again very soon!

This place played exactly the role we needed after a Halloween bar crawl bender. My only complaint was that it took 45 min to be seated which was tough given the morale of the group when we showed up. Chocolate chip pancakes slapped though. I ended up battling a few demons in the bathroom, which the staff kindly did not mention-admirable.