Kanela Breakfast Club

4.0
100 reviews

About

Breakfast Restaurant

Location

Kanela Breakfast Club
1549 N Wells St, Chicago, IL
60614, United States

Hours

Reviews

4.0
100 reviews
5 stars
58
4 stars
12
3 stars
11
2 stars
9
1 star
10

What are people saying?

AI-generated from recent customer reviews

Food Quality

Many customers praised the food for being delicious and well-prepared, with standout dishes like the chilaquiles, pancakes, and omelettes.

Service Consistency

While some reviews highlighted excellent service from specific staff members, others reported slow or inattentive service, indicating inconsistency.

Atmosphere

The restaurant has a cozy and welcoming vibe, but some customers noted it can get quite loud, making conversation difficult.

Pricing Concerns

Several customers expressed dissatisfaction with the pricing, feeling that the food did not justify the cost, and some mentioned unexpected upcharges.

Cleanliness and Maintenance

Most reviews noted cleanliness, but a few mentioned issues with service and maintenance, such as slow service and staff conflicts.
  • FK
    Fayth K
    Nov 9, 2025
    2.0
    Breakfast is easy to find all around the city, so I'm surprised this place continued to expand. From their embarrassingly overpriced cinnamon breakfast roll (it's $12) to the slowest service on both occasions going there. Jammed into this place like a sardine with a noisy atmosphere made waiting 15 minutes before a server even came by, was the start both times I went. Don't expect coffee refills unless you flag someone down. It's not for lack of effort exactly, staff just seem laid back and confused. The food is good enough, sometimes presented nicely but sparring in ingredients considering the price, like the feta or goat cheese omelette. They give you a lot of potatoes and they're not that tasty. Overall it's average, but for the price there's better places. There's just nothing that stands out here except mediocre service.
  • RJ
    Ryan Jacobson
    Oct 27, 2025
    5.0
    My home away from home. Love this reliable neighborhood spot, especially for breakfast/brunch! It is conveniently located on Old Town on Wells (parking available most days), and the staff is always so welcoming and upbeat. Special shout out to Cesar who runs a tight and efficient ship...always with a smile on his face and a warmth so many fast-paced establishments like this one lack. I will continue to be a loyal customer, so keep up the good work!
  • SS
    stacylaughs
    Oct 13, 2025
    4.0
    Terrific breakfast and excellent service.
  • RT
    Rage Thomas
    Oct 11, 2025
    3.0
    Pretty much felt like any other brunch place. It was very clean the service was pretty okay. The food looks really good but I found some things to be way too salty. My main meal was the crab cake Benedict which I do not recommend at all. The crab cake tasted incredibly cheap and was way too fried. It's also not crab it's imitation crab. Also the sauce is either too liquidy or too firm depending on how hot it is on the Benedict. The eggs were also overpoched. The bathrooms are nice though.
  • OF
    oswaldo fuenmayor
    Oct 11, 2025
    1.0
    It's been a while since I've been to this place. The food is delicious, but the service is super bad. The girl who served us is amazing, her bad service is impressive. I asked for a coffee and she never brought it to me. I had to ask a guy who wasn't my waiter. 👎

Frequently Asked Questions About Kanela Breakfast Club

What are the operating hours of Kanela Breakfast Club?

Kanela Breakfast Club is open daily from 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM.

Does Kanela Breakfast Club offer delivery and pickup services?

Yes, Kanela Breakfast Club offers both in-store pickup and delivery services.