Stay Cafe

Nice spot with a great vibe—clean and quiet, just how I like it. The staff are super friendly, which is always a plus. The coffee was okay, nothing too memorable, but it did the job. The customizable omelette options were impressive, though it was a bit on the salty side for my taste, still pretty tasty overall.

There breakfast potatoes were the best I have ever had. The service is slow but I liked the waitress very nice. It was worth the wait with the delicious food!!!! Coffee was good too.

Great brunch spot! We ordered the ham Benedict, breakfast potatoes, and red velvet pancakes. DO NOT skip the potatoes! Our waitress Margaret was great. We will be eating here again!

Loved the little relaxing cafe with tasty coffee . My friend was raving about the potatoes being very great! I had a delicious wrap

Chicago is known for its brunch and brunch places. It is one of the few cities that I know where brunch is a big thing. So naturally, I had to try Stay Cafe in Logan Square. First, I loved the interior. I thought their exposed brick walls with lush plants were so cool and captured the Chicago and Logan Square vibe. Plus, they have a huge feature fall featuring a cool mural in their sitting area. Second, they have parking. In Chicago, I cannot emphasize how important this is, especially a neighborhood like Logan Square that has a lot of parking restrictions. It’s right next store and it’s huge. It’s the parking lot for the closed CVS. Sadly, when I went to the restaurant, I wasn’t aware of it, and parked on the street a few blocks away. Third, their food is amazing. I ordered a latte, the red velvet buttermilk pancakes, the stay burger, house cut fries and the all American breakfast. The pancakes were light and fluffy and thankfully not over sweet. The all American breakfast was good and had the right components. However the burger was great and the had cut fried were phenomenal. Fourth, the service was very good. The wait staff was nice and the food came out quickly. In sum, you definitely need to try this spot and add it as a go to brunch spot.

This place quickly became one of my new favorite brunch spots. The natural lighting is so inviting. The food is great quality and I loved the savory and sweet dishes I had. The servers were very attentive!

Great experience dining at Stay Cafe for brunch! Free parking lot to the right of the restaurant, and a really spacious restaurant with options to dine or casually sit on couches while sipping on a latte or cocktail. I was impressed with their extensive coffee menu and breakfast + lunch options. Everything was delicious, but the Bananas Foster French Toast was definitely my favorite.

Stay Cafe is the breakfast/brunch spot that Logan Square needed Open 7 days a week from 7am - 2pm, you can get tasty breakfast, brunch or lunch! They are offering a great selection of food AND drinks and is the perfect spot to get your day started. The vibes are chill and relaxed and as customers start to pile in, you get the cool, neighborhood vibes. Plenty of families were there, so feel free to bring the kiddos too! Food that I tried: Smoked Salmon Benedict Banana Foster French Toast Fluffy Buttermilk Pancakes Breakfast Potatoes Scrambled Eggs Everything was GOOD! The bananas foster French toast was delicious and I loved the candied pecans on top. However - BREAKFAST POTATOES!!!! O. M. G. They were BEYOND GOOD! They're made with a black pepper pecorino aioli that is crazy good. These are the best breakfast potatoes I've had anywhere! They also have mimosa flights and an espresso bar. Sweet! Try their Sister location a couple of doors down - Bad Habit. It’s sooooooo delish and one of my favorite restaurants in Logan Square. I love them! Pop in one morning to try them for yourself and tell 'em that Bri from Planes and Plates sent you and be sure to follow me for more great recs around Chicago and beyond. Enjoy!

Very tasty food and excellent service, highly recommend brunch spot. Friends and family environment

I have found an awesome cafe. But sadly, it's an hour drive from my home. But I have to share. It's worth the time. Free off-road parking two minutes away ( gated) . Look for the small sign on the ticket shed. There's also large paintings on a brick wall. Now back to the cafe. I liked the decor modem and bright. Large booths and tables. Comfortable seating all round. The staff were helpful and friendly. Watching the staff, you can see teamwork. The menu is a good size. Something enjoyable for everyone. Plus, there's great coffee options and other drinks. The food we all chose came out hot and in a great time frame. All tastie. For me, it's a 10 out of 10. I look forward to going back. A little information. Connecting to the cafe is a small bar . Which I was invited to see. Beautiful inside. Has a private room for events. Any food served is prepared from the stay cafe. check this out also for times. But even better, there's a Speak easy in the basement, which will be opening soon. Great all-around building.

The cutest spot. Warm and friendly staff. Food was delicious. Smoked salmon Eggs Benedict with perfectly poached eggs and nice large slices of smoked salmon!!! And yes, the dill hollandaise sauce was really good. We got table pancakes to share and they were light and delicious fluffy with enough fruit for us to share. Perfect post puppy yoga brunch!!!

If you don't come for anything else, please come for the breakfast potatoes and vibes. I came solo on a weekday afternoon for brunch. There was only one other table of people there when I stopped by, but this place may get more traffic on the weekends. The space is fairly large and can fit both smaller groups and larger ones. I didn't bring my laptop when I came by, but I could totally see myself coming back on a weekday to be productive. I ordered the cajun omelet and breakfast potatoes. The omelet was the perfect size and the ingredients tasted fresh. The breakfast potatoes are different from most others I've had and I really enjoyed them. Great Logan Square area daytime place!

Stay Cafe is the breakfast/brunch spot that Logan Square needed Open 7 days a week from 7am - 2pm, you can get tasty breakfast, brunch or lunch! They are offering a great selection of food AND drinks and is the perfect spot to get your day started. The vibes are chill and relaxed and as customers start to pile in, you get the cool, neighborhood vibes. Plenty of families were there, so feel free to bring the kiddos too! Food that I tried: Smoked Salmon Benedict Banana Foster French Toast Fluffy Buttermilk Pancakes Breakfast Potatoes Scrambled Eggs Everything was GOOD! The bananas foster French toast was delicious and I loved the candied pecans on top. However - BREAKFAST POTATOES!!!! O. M. G. They were BEYOND GOOD! They're made with a black pepper pecorino aioli that is crazy good. These are the best breakfast potatoes I've had anywhere! They also have mimosa flights and an espresso bar. Sweet! Try their Sister location a couple of doors down - Bad Habit. It's sooooooo delish and one of my favorite restaurants in Logan Square. I love them! Pop in one morning to try them for yourself and tell 'em that Bri from Planes and Plates sent you and be sure to follow me for more great recs around Chicago and beyond. Enjoy!

Chicago is known for its brunch and brunch places. It is one of the few cities that I know where brunch is a big thing. So naturally, I had to try Stay Cafe in Logan Square. First, I loved the interior. I thought their exposed brick walls with lush plants were so cool and captured the Chicago and Logan Square vibe. Plus, they have a huge feature fall featuring a cool mural in their sitting area. Second, they have parking. In Chicago, I cannot emphasize how important this is, especially a neighborhood like Logan Square that has a lot of parking restrictions. It's right next store and it's huge. It's the parking lot for the closed CVS. Sadly, when I went to the restaurant, I wasn't aware of it, and parked on the street a few blocks away. Third, their food is amazing. I ordered a latte, the red velvet buttermilk pancakes, the stay burger, house cut fries and the all American breakfast. The pancakes were light and fluffy and thankfully not over sweet. The all American breakfast was good and had the right components. However the burger was great and the had cut fried were phenomenal. Fourth, the service was very good. The wait staff was nice and the food came out quickly. In sum, you definitely need to try this spot and add it as a go to brunch spot.

Went here for brunch a few weeks back and the food was really good! I was in the mood for an omelet so I am glad we stopped here. We ate outside, I like how their outdoor booths have a little privacy screen so you aren't just staring at the cars. As for the restaurant itself, it appeared very clean and bright. The staff was attentive and fast. I got the Sicilian omelet which was delicious and the amount of goat cheese in it was perfect! I love anything with sun dried tomatoes and artichokes. My boyfriend got the Cajun omelet and he said it was one of the best he had. We also were surprised about the breakfast potatoes, because normally when you get a side of potatoes they don't look as perfect and delicious as these. Would definitely recommend getting them on the side!

Great food!. I've been attempting to try this place for a while now, but am always too busy to make time. Finally tried it today and was pleasantly pleased!. We opted to sit outside and I liked the view. It gives you that NY outside cafe vibe. The one caveat is the El train that is in the near distant...very loud when it passes every 15 -20 min. The music playing was nice and not too loud. I like that the menu is not overwhelmed by too many choices. It makes it easier to choose. As stated, the food was really good. I am not a pancake fan, but I love red velvet cake. So I had to try the RV pancakes. They were really delicious. The toffee crumble latte was good too, but by the time it got to the table it was barely warm. Glad I ordered it in a to-go cup. By far the best thing we tried was the cajun omelette. It was less spicier than expected. It could use a little more spice (especially with a name like that). Chai tea latte was good as well, but have had better at other local coffee shops. I would visit again and/or recommend to others. It was worth it!

Stay cafe was one of the best brunch places we recently have went to in Chicago! The restaurant was filled with beautiful plants and felt very clean. It was awesome that they offered brunch and lunch options. They also had a lovely drink menu (alcoholic and non alcoholic). Highly recommend their breakfast potatoes!!

Great addition to the brunch scene in Chicago! Stay Cafe is such a cozy but modern venue to satisfy your brunch needs. The Chef really shines with the Banana Foster French Toast, among some of the best French Toast I've had. I've also had the potatoes which are a delight that you don't get everywhere. I was pleasantly surprised with the Quinoa salad, the dressing was perfect and really made it tasty. If I could make all Vegan food this delicious, I'd have no problem going Vegan. It is a bit pricey for what you get, but the quality of the food makes it worth it. Having come here a few times, the only downside I've encountered is the service. It is quite disappointing when your food/coffee takes forever because the server forgot to put the order in and/or when your coffee does not get refilled. This happened with a couple of family members. The space is on Milwaukee, right off the Milwaukee/Western/Armitage intersection so a few minute walk from Western blue line. Street parking is metered but many folks use the lot next door, where the Robin Williams mural is.

Really enjoyed grabbing breakfast here. Excellent coffee selection. Great food items -- everything from omelets to pancakes and sandwiches. Has a cafe feel with elegance. Great place for a large group. There's plenty of seating.

I ordered the Sicilian omelette and they either forgot the goat cheese or added so little that is was indiscernible. Also, some cuts of the artichoke were not cut correctly so they included the hard stringy inedible parts of the vegetable. After I visited, I saw that they are running a breakfast club special where customers get an entree + side for $9. This is on their website and Instagram and my waiter didn't tell me about this special. I was there within the day/ time frame and there is no mention that customers need to have a coupon or mention the special. My server never asked me if I wanted a refill on my coffee. The portion of bacon was 2 very thin, small strips of bacon for $5. This place has a nice large interior but the food and service are subpar. I would not recommend this place, unless you are in a pinch for a spot for large groups. They also do not have an email address on their website which makes it impossible for customers to give feedback.

Great experience dining at Stay Cafe for brunch! Free parking lot to the right of the restaurant, and a really spacious restaurant with options to dine in or casually sit on couches while sipping on a latte or cocktail. I was impressed with their extensive coffee menu and breakfast + lunch options. Everything was delicious, but the Bananas Foster French Toast was definitely my favorite.

Space is modern with convenient street parking. Food and service was only okay. Expected a little more from the red velvet pancakes but they were a bit more chewy and less fluffy than I would've liked. My espresso martini was good. Presentation for my omelette and several other dishes was lackluster. Maybe because I'm used to getting some type of house potatoes or toast at the least with my brunch orders.

We came here for an event. Not a place I would have though to stop at. Boy, will I think to visit next time. Staff was great from hostess to bartenders. Plus the food was amazing!!! The chicken sandwich is a MUST. To feed this magnitude of people and maintain standards shows the true colors of an establishment. Drinks were so good and the variety was top notch. Definitely coming back.

Service was a bit slow to start, but after the waiter realized we were there, it went very smoothly. The dirty chai latte was really good and we loved the mason jars they came in - super cute. The matcha latte was a bit watered down but still had the flavor for sure. We wished there was a side with the eggs Benedict as it felt a bit bare but both were very delicious! The star of the show was surprisingly the avocado sandwich. The chickpea in it was what we were unsure of at first, but after tasting it, it was a MAJOR hit! Overall, definitely recommend this place if you're looking for a cute and casual brunch with friends.

My salted caramel coffee was epic! The all American breakfast was pretty standard, a little light - the 1 slice of toast was noticeable. The avocado breakfast sandwich was good but confused us since the chickpea was more fritter / patty then a hash & looked like breaded chicken - feel like they should update the menu name. Not much avocado, since it's only a spread

We came for a girls' brunch and had made a reservation just in case but it wasn't busy. Plenty of seats available for a Sunday brunch. The food was nothing extraordinary. I got the all American and the sausage was really salty I couldn't even finish it. The hash was only good because of the sauce. The red velvet pancakes was meh. It wasn't as fluffy was I thought it was going to be. Drinks were pretty good too. Not sure if the music was too loud for him or if my friend spoke to soft but we had to repeat to him multiple times what we needed. Even the presentation of the food was so plain. It's been on my list to try since it's so close to home but don't think I would come back.

Good food good service! Pretty tasty menu - the omelette is pretty delicious. Prices land around 14-18 per person on entree for breakfast/brunch and then coffee is between 4-7. It's trendy inside but not loud. Great spot for work or a good conversation

Nice atmosphere, good food and service. Maybe hard to get a table over the weekend so book in advance.

Such a great place to have breakfast or brunch. I had a delicious goddess omelette, my Bellini was perfectly made, my son and his friend had their delicious butter pancakes and their hot chocolate. Service was amazing and I love their elegant relaxing ambiance.

One of my new favorite brunch places. Gorgeous decor and tasty brunch options! Highly recommend the All American Breakfast and the Omelet, Just the way you like it!

Service was very slow. Mind you there were only 3 other tables. I'd hate to be here when it's actually busy. There was 1 server doing everything. From taking orders, to making drinks, to bussing the food. That should not all be on her. So I understand why it was slow. Taking our food order took way too long as well. Bloody Maria drink was not good. Food was exceptionally good though! My table got the ham and cheese croissant, Cobb salad, banana foster French toast, hot chicken sandwich and Cajun omelet. We all very much enjoyed and finished our food. Only downside was the service.

My new favorite breakfast spot in Chicago! Delicious food with beautiful decor, great vibe and an awesome staff. Been here 3 times already and every time has been a great experience. I love the avocado breakfast sandwich. The ham and cheese Benedict, the deviled egg Cobb salad and the goddess omelette. The breakfast potatoes are a must add to any meal here. The black pepper aioli takes them over the top. The drinks here look great as well. I've only had the maple pecan coffee but I've seen some interesting drinks going around. The staff here is super nice. Isabella the barista is the best! The waiters always make sure to keep my coffee fresh. Overall this a great new addition to the neighborhood and I'll definitely be a repeat customer.

Great place for a nice breakfast! I popped in before a hair appointment for a solo breakfast. The waiter Rick was very kind and I did not feel like I was solo at all! Decor is light, airy, and full of plants - very clean! This is a good place for a business lunch. Food: I got the All American Breakfast. The bacon was crisped to perfection, my favorite part of the dish. When the plate was set down, I did mistake the potatoes for sausages, or possibly mushrooms. They didn't look like potatoes to me, but I tried them and they were loaded with flavor. I couldn't tell you what flavors were there, but they were interesting. They have a lot of nice cafe selections for your beverage, but I stuck with a good ol' classic coffee that did not disappoint. If I could get a coffee like that everyday, I would. Thanks Stay Cafe!

Cute spot. My friend and I decided to catch a quick bite and stumbled upon Stay Cafe. It's attached to what looks/sounds like a club/bar. I'm not certain if due to the holiday weekend the club portion was open early, but the music was rather distracting as I wasn't intending on eating at a club. The restaurant wasn't very busy when we arrived, but our server took a while to come over. She wasn't very attentive or friendly, but she also wasn't rude. I think she was also in charge of the coffee bar which may be why she was unable to engage with us as we were seated on the other side of the restaurant. I ordered the bananas foster French toast, breakfast potatoes, and the How dirty do you want it Chai. The food arrived quickly and was tasty. I don't like that they only have pork meat options for breakfast as it limited my options and everything is a la cart. If you don't eat pork or like omelets you will have to have a carb heavy meal. All in all, it's a nice little spot,but I won't be returning for breakfast until they expand their meat offerings.

Had another very good breakfast and great speciality coffee drinks at Stay Cafe. Such a nice place with attentive service. And FREE Parking at the lot, just mention you are going to Stay Cafe.

The food was amazing the French with the pecan nuts was a great addition with the French toast and banana the orange was also good i wish I could of tried everything the menu looked stunning. Our server made me and my family welcomed was really kind and gave us recommendations on food to try.

Great service. Great food! The potatoes are delish and the velvet pancakes are to die for!! We came today around 10 it wasn't too busy but it quickly became busy and the service was still excellent. Highly recommend! Hard to find a nice place with great food.

This place quickly became one of my new favorite brunch spots. The natural lighting is so inviting. The food is great quality and I loved the savory and sweet dishes I had. The servers were very attentive!

Not only is the ambience at this cafe perfect for a low key brunch with friends but their food is so delicious. I really enjoyed the crispy potatoes as well as the banana fosters french toast. Would definitely return!

What a great spot! I went here for brunch on a birthday and it was delicious. It wasn't too busy and the service was great! We loved our meals and the drinks were delicious. Great spot and I hope to go back soon!

Came here because was highly rated on Google, owner must have friends reviewing the place or something because it is nowhere near 5 stars. Ambiance was weird, literally no one there during a usually busy brunch time. Food over promised in their flashy menu names & descriptions and definitely under delivered. Eggs were like rubber, toast was cold, brunch drinks were 95% mixer and the prices are absurd for what you get. Service was okay I guess? Think it was an owners relative, didn't seem super experienced. To top it off, my wife pointed out what looked to be rat droppings in a corner on the way out. Blech, I won't be back...

The restaurant is very nice and seemed new. Parking right next door. Food was incredible. Service was excellent too. Will definitely go back. Highly recommend

Perfect poached eggs- can I say that ? Is that a thing? The hollandaise was excellent. Salmon Benedict - salmon was super fresh. And Jake? He was great. -- deviled egg Cobb salad with blackened chicken- very good. Eat here ...

As my wife said succinctly, "It's good but not great." In our neighborhood, I've dined in nearly a dozen times at Stay Cafe, including long "stays" while working and during the busy weekend morning rush. Service is always excellent and a real strength! The food is pretty good and ranges from healthy options to kinda decadent. This morning, I finally had the signature Red Velvet Pancakes, and with slightly more frosting they would have been perfect, but the side of tasty sausage links was this morning's star. The coffee is always very good and includes interesting variations that I haven't tried (eg, Red Eye). Booths are enormous and great for working over food and coffee with power outlets on the wall. However, with little effort Stay could be better by getting some details right. The space is decent with good light from the street and includes some plants and a lounge area. But despite being open for quite awhile, it's entirely devoid of any art, a conspicuous omission for our hipster neighborhood, especially on the strangely built back wall that always leaves me puzzled as to whether it was the architect or the contractor that got it so wrong. And I would argue the music is similarly devoid of art, always a poppy pablum that grows quite tiresome, imagine stuffed animals dancing among flowers (don't think I've ever criticized the music in any prior review). And some other details are off as a result of trying to be a little different. For example, although I appreciate the style of the large coffee mugs, I recently ordered a dish that was pleasing to the eye but where the actual dish would not allow me to rest a knife easily -- form without function. [Similarly, in their sister bar next door, a boozy cocktail was served with slivered citrus zest that stuck in our teeth.] No one detail is a killer alone, but they start to add up to diminish the overall experience. I will continue to go there and genuinely hope they do well and remain a convenient option in our neighborhood.

Stay Café is my new favorite breakfast spot. The service, the ambiance, the food is amazing. I like the fact that it's not super crowded but you still get that brunch vibe. Highly recommend this restaurant.

I'd say stay away, until they hire proper kitchen staff. There are hiring signs posted for the kitchen. Any good cooks out there, PLEASE apply!! I've NEVER had an open faced omelette that was very thin and completely BURNT on the bottom. I couldn't even eat it and it made no sense to complain as it wouldn't have made a difference, unfortunately. Please note this restaurant also charges a 20% tip right off the bat. IF they get their kitchen together I might try again but probably not. One and done. Ochi efcharistó.

I come here fairly often and the food is good, but I mostly go there for coffee on quick runs. Today I sat down with my little one, and I had the worst customer service. I got a caramel cappuccino and unfortunately it wasn't what I expected, what I got didn't have any foam and the milk was burnt. I informed Jake that I didn't enjoy the coffee and it wasn't what I asked for, I was in a rush so I kindly asked him to just pack the food to go and bring me the check. When he brought the check I just asked him to please remove the coffee from the bill due to my unsatisfied experience. He said "well, the ladies over there seemed to enjoy it" and I said "okay, but I didn't, could you just please remove it off the bill?" And he rudely responded " well that sounds like a personal problem, you asked for it and you have to pay for it, this is a business and it costs us money" oh my dear, if they keep you working there with that horrible experience you give to customers, that business will loose more than a cup of coffee (which I still payed for btw lol) I don't like to make a scene so I thanked him and walked out. Please jake find a job that makes you happy so you don't take it out on customers at the restaurant and cost them their clientele. Thanks

They added a kids menu! We've been several times, food and service is consistently great

Amazing spot with unique and delicious breakfast items. Highly recommend the breakfast sandwich and pro tip: add cheese :)

Love the vibe of this place. Service was really great and food was very tasty! We would definitely come back.

Good food, good atmosphere, good service, all around very happy with our brunch today!

Really nice spot we happened upon on our walk through the neighborhood. Bloody Maria was awesome. 2 thumbs up.

My daughter and I had a delicious lunch here on a drizzly, chilly day. Food was great, service excellent, and I'm so glad they're in the neighborhood!

Large clean space. Very comfortable booths. Food is tasty and clean. Service is friendly.

I went here on a slow Wednesday morning. It's a great place! I went in for a quick breakfast sandwich to take to go, but ordered the salmon Benedict and stayed. So glad I did! The staff treated me incredibly and food was delicious. The breakfast potatoes have a garlic sauce that made me want to be a better man. Will be back!

Music was great and the food even better! Need to go back as soon as possible! Maybe next week!

Cold tea,cold eggs...need I say more. A brunch place where the eggs are inedible ...one star is too much.