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Nellie's Restaurant, Chicago, IL
Nellie's Restaurant, Chicago, IL
Nellie's Restaurant, Chicago, IL
Nellie's Restaurant, Chicago, IL
Nellie's Restaurant, Chicago, IL

Nellie's Restaurant

4.1
4.1
183 Reviews
$30 and under
Puerto Rican
Nellie’s Puerto Rican Restaurant is a family owned eatery nested in the heart of Chicago’s vibrant Puerto Rican community.

Since opening in March 2006, Nellie’s has become recognized as one of “Chicago’s Best”. Serving a unique blend of traditional Puerto Rican cuisine and American breakfast favorites. Including their famous 'avena de coco' (coconut oatmeal) and the ever popular weekend buffet.

Nellie's prepares every dish with the highest quality ingredients by a talented cooking staff and served with a warm smile.

Nellie’s is not a restaurant; it is an experience. Find out what the excitement is all about!

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2 people

9:00 PM


Booked 1 time today

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Puerto Rican, Breakfast, Café
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Fri 7:00 am–3:00 pm Sat, Sun 9:00 am–4:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (773) 252-5520
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Catering
    Full Service Catering - https://www.nelliesrestaurant.com/catering/full-service<br />Carry Out Catering - https://www.nelliesrestaurant.com/catering/carry-out-catering
  • Private party facilities
    Second floor private space for parties, meetings, or any celebration!
  • Neighborhood
    Bucktown / Wicker Park
  • Cross street
    Campbell
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    Division and Campbell, Right in front of the restaurant.
  • Additional
    BYO Liquor, BYO Wine, Cafe, Delivery, Gender Neutral Restroom, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch

What 183 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.1
4.1 based on recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 3.5Service
  • 3.7Ambience
  • 4Value

NoiseModerate

183 Reviews
  1. RandyG

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 21, 2023

    Overall4Food4Service4Ambience4
    Good food. Fun time. Good server....very friendly. Oatmeal was delish. Would come back.

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  2. Jane

    Chicago

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 10, 2023

    Overall2Food3Service2Ambience2
    The avena de coco is phenomenal the rest of The food was just ok. The service was terrible. Took 35 minutes to get our check, and it wasn’t even our original server. My dad asked for a different mug for his coffee, he wanted black coffee the second time (he originally had cafe con leche), but everyone just turned away and said no. I’m assuming it was because he had to pay ( which we were totally ok with), but they flat out said no and had thee worst attitude in life. There should be more urgency in checking people out so the line isn’t out of the door for a table. This place has soooo much potential, but definitely need to do some staff training.

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  3. OpenTable Diner

    Cleveland

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on July 22, 2023

    Overall5Food5Service5Ambience5
    Came in from out of town and was told to visit here and I am glad we did! Fresh and delicious!

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  4. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 16, 2023

    Overall5Food5Service4Ambience5
    The food was awesome!!!! Highly recommended. The staff was friendly. The restaurant/tables were clean. We had a reservation and the table was ready when we arrived. We had the breakfast buffet and everything we tried was so delicious. We Will definitely return to this restaurant

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  5. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on July 8, 2023

    Overall5Food5Service5Ambience5
    My first time having the weekend breakfast buffet and it’s definitely worth having a little bit of everything! The papas were sooooo good!

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  6. MatthewS

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on June 4, 2023

    Overall5Food5Service5Ambience4
    Amazing atmosphere, food and employees. Truly a neighborhood gem!

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  7. DanielleS

    Chicago

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on June 4, 2023

    Overall5Food5Service5Ambience5
    Fabulous buffet lots of choices and so delicious. The Avena is a must. I even got more to go. Amazing as always

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  8. Angie

    Chicago

    18 reviews

    5.0

    18 reviews

    Dined on May 27, 2023

    Overall5Food5Service5Ambience4
    We always go for the Jibaritos - delicious! The coconut oatmeal is also great. Not super fast, but the friendly service and great food make up for it.

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  9. StuartW

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    Overall4Food4Service5Ambience4
    The food was very good. We had Fried Plaintain Jibarito sandwiches and waffles. Highly recommend both. The restaurant staff is great and very friendly. Fun atmosphere and neighborhood.

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  10. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    2 reviews

    2.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    Overall2Food2Service2Ambience1
    Mother’s Day brunch 2 stars, we arrived two hours before closing and the food was COLD! They put us upstairs, which required my 82-yr old mother to climb 2 long flights of stairs, no elevator, no accommodation on the main level . If they had better decorations, it would have made the folding tables and chairs look way better. We had reservations we should’ve been told in advance, It would be upstairs as we were expecting the main restaurant.  staff was friendly but it doesn’t make up for cold food . Would not return !

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  11. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    2 reviews

    2.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    Overall2Food2Service4Ambience2
    Went for Mothers Day buffet and underwhelmed. better for just basics

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  12. BonnieG

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    Overall4Food4Service4Ambience4
    Food was delicious but cold. We went for the mother's day brunch buffet and literally everything was cold. Maybe if we had come earlier it would have been better. The food tastes amazing though even cold

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  13. NormaG

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    Overall5Food5Service5Ambience5
    The food was awesome. The only thing was we were crowded at our table. Being it was mothers day we expected it. We were very happy, and full when we were done. Highly recommend anyone going there their food is great. Love their pastelon and garlic roasted potatoes

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  14. MarthaF

    Chicago

    12 reviews

    4.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on May 13, 2023

    Overall4Food4Service4Ambience4
    We celebrated Mother's Day with my daughters & husband and we all enjoyed a great meal. The variety of options with the buffet is a great way to try different foods & the custom omelets are a real treat.

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  15. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 6, 2023

    Overall5Food5Service3Ambience3
    The Breakfast Jibarito was so good, I got steak and I smashed the whole thing! It was delicious! My bestie had the El Coqui sandwich and she really liked it, the sandwich was huge! She did order sausage but they gave her bacon instead but it was still very good. I swear they put like 6 eggs or something cause it was a big boy. My jibarito came with a side order of the coconut oatmeal and high key so amazing. They really don’t hype it up for nothing!! Only thing that irked us was that we clearly were not finished eating and the waitress came up and asked us if we were ready for the check like 2-3 times and followed it with “no rush tho…”There were zero tables besides us and we felt like we were being rushed out so that definitely could’ve been better. Overall, come here for the jibaritos and coconut oatmeal, you won’t be sorry!

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  16. bizdiner

    Chicago

    63 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    63 reviews

    Dined on May 6, 2023

    Overall4Food4Service4Ambience4
    great local breakfast place. Coconut Oatmeal was really the best.

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  17. RosaB

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 9, 2023

    Overall5Food5Service5Ambience5
    Our Easter Brunch Buffet experience at Nellie's was amazing .. Food was beyond our expectations so delicious and the variety was phenomenal. From the pastelone to the coco oatmeal..Staff was bery friendly and attentive. The omlet stand and the server was awesome ..His omlets were mputh watering . Oh did I mention the deserts..speechless.we will definitely becoming back for more .

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  18. Jeanne

    Chicago

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 8, 2023

    Overall5Food5Service5Ambience5
    Amazing Puerto Rican buffet and very friendly staff! Thoroughly enjoyed our experience!

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  19. randyr

    Chicago

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 1, 2023

    Overall3Food4Service3Ambience4
    We've been here many, many times, and this was by far the most negative experience here. The food was good, as usual (save for the bacon....their "cooker" was broken so it was fairly soggy). Typically the servers are on the ball, checking in, refilling juice or coffee etc. Not today. I had to get up and walk to the bar, three times, in order to get a coffee. The server finally brought it over, in a to-go cup! We hadn't finished eating, by the way. I realize post-covid issues area common, but they seemed to be adequately staffed to handle the diners present. Just an off day? I hope so.

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  20. afiala

    Chicago

    21 reviews

    5.0

    21 reviews

    Dined on March 26, 2023

    Overall5Food5Service5Ambience4
    Amazing food, great brunch options. Will definitely be back!

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  21. OpenTable Diner

    Las Vegas

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 5, 2023

    Overall3Food3Service3Ambience4
    The website states that the buffet breakfast is $15.99 a person. They charged us $23 a person plus they added a 20% gratuity charge because we were a party of 7. I understand that restaurants automatically add a gratuity charge but it’s usually 15% to 18% at most. As stated on their website that orange juice is included but they ran out and served us apple juice. There was no syrup for the French toast or waffles. I had to ask for milk for the two options of dried cereal. Staff was friendly but not sure I’ll ever go back.

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  22. JillN

    Austin

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on January 14, 2023

    Overall5Food5Service5Ambience5
    The waitstaff were just amazing and helped us look for batteries to add to a table decoration. They were excited for the newlyweds and provided amazing service.

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  23. NicoleG

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 7, 2023

    Overall5Food5Service4Ambience4
    Great food as always and a great atmosphere. The staff is always nice and accommodating.

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  24. MichelleV

    Chicago

    32 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    32 reviews

    Dined on January 3, 2023

    Overall5Food5Service5Ambience5
    Delicious!

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  25. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    5 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on December 18, 2022

    Overall3Food3Service1Ambience5
    Slow Service! Food was good but part of my order was a little cold. The servers are always kind & professional But the service was too slow. I asked for my bread & butter to come out with my coffee before my avena & it showed up after I ate & my coffee was cold. My husband waiting 15 more minutes before he got his food. I had ordered a catering order for pick up at 11am & the server kept saying I’ll get it but kept helping new customers & not bringing our order out so we could leave. It wasn’t even that busy so not sure why everything took so long. You need to step it up & don’t forget your dining room guests. I spent over $150 & would appreciate better service.

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  26. CraigF

    Chicago

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on December 18, 2022

    Overall5Food5Service5Ambience5
    Excellent food, service and ambience. The coffee preparation as well as dessert were to die for.

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  27. MIG24

    Chicago

    17 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on November 26, 2022

    Overall4Food4Service4Ambience4
    Breakfast buffet good value with authentic Puerto Rican dishes. My favorites include omelet station and the famous oatmeal.

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  28. Roberto

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 20, 2022

    Overall5Food5Service5Ambience5
    Best breakfast buffet in chicago hands down!!! The staff was super friendly, attending, and helpful even though the restaurant was very crowded (obviously because of how good the food and service is!) I have gone before and will continue to do so!

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  29. Mia1123

    Chicago

    9 reviews

    2.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on October 30, 2022

    Overall2Food2Service3Ambience4
    It's been a while since my last visit and it will be my last. The food isn't up to par as in the past. I found the dishes with little flavor, the chicken pieces were burnt and dark as in fried in over used oil. The waffles were soffy and bacon was not crispy. I had planned our Annual Family bunch here, but not interested anymore. The service was good, slow at times, but the servers were most friendly.

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  30. JohannaB

    Chicago

    8 reviews

    1.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on October 15, 2022

    Overall1Food2Service2Ambience2
    Bummer as I live a few blocks away. I know a lot of places are still coming back from Covid but woof.

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  31. RoodyR

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 2, 2022

    Overall5Food5Service5Ambience5
    The people the service and the food was excellent.

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  32. Gaby

    Chicago

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 25, 2022

    Overall5Food5Service5Ambience5
    We had a reservation for 5 and 5 carry-on pieces of luggage. We were seated on time with plenty of room for our things. The service was amazing! Staff was attentive and filled our water and coffee regularly as we waited for our food. El Coquis was our absolute favorite!! Wonderful flavour and huge portion. The coconut oatmeal is like dessert. Yummy, yummy, yummy!

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  33. foodie84

    Chicago

    23 reviews

    5.0

    23 reviews

    Dined on September 25, 2022

    Overall5Food5Service5Ambience4
    Food is delicious, very well seasoned and flavorful. The service is good. Very small so you may need to wait but it’s worth it if you live Puerto Rican food.

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  34. MARCD

    Chicago

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on September 18, 2022

    Overall5Food5Service5Ambience5
    Great buffet. Eggs and omelet cooked perfectly. Coffee was spot on.

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  35. AnnaR

    Chicago

    4 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on August 13, 2022

    Overall4Food5Service1Ambience3
    The only (major) problem was the service - it was terrible. We where asked to wear masks at the buffet but no one else on-staff where wearing masks, even the cooks! A little weird. Also we were seated, brought waters and then the server did not come back. We took our selves to the buffet, and after some time had to stop a random waiter to ask for syrup for the waffles and something else other than water to drink. I had to ask for syrup two more times from a different waiter after the first because they kept forgetting. All that said the food is spectacular and the buffet is the cherry on top. Delicious omelet, potatoes, bacon, oatmeal, maduros, fresh fruit - can't go wrong with the food.

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  36. OscarB

    New York Area

    8 reviews

    vip
    1.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on July 31, 2022

    Overall1Food1Service1Ambience1
    I’ve been going here for years and the service and food today was absolutely horrible. I’m not sure what’s going on but you guys need to get back to what you used to do.

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  37. Chowmamma

    Richmond

    26 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    26 reviews

    Dined on July 22, 2022

    Overall5Food5Service5Ambience4
    Great little spot that’ll will take you back to PR!! Great service with expanded menu. Didn’t get a chance to try the coconut oatmeal so I’ll have to return for breakfast!!

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  38. FoodDude

    Chicago

    2 reviews

    1.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on July 17, 2022

    Overall1Food3Service1Ambience3
    I booked an outdoor table and in the notes wrote that we need to be seated outdoors. Showed up and they said they were not seating outdoors because they were short staffed. No call ahead of time or anything to let me know. Poor experience.

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  39. MichelleV

    Chicago

    32 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    32 reviews

    Dined on July 15, 2022

    Overall4Food4Service4Ambience4
    Delicious food. A couple errors in order but they quickly fixed it but still overall delicious, especially the pork jibaritos. Love the PE flag toothpicks. Nice touch.

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  40. CarlaD

    Atlanta Metro

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on July 9, 2022

    Overall5Food5Service5Ambience5
    I love Nellie’s.. it’s so authentic & everything is amazing but my favorite is the coqui breakfast sandwich & of course their oatmeal ! I could eat it daily and I do when in Puerto Rico! I will always support this establishment and it’s best to book a reservation online, they were packed .

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Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Surfaces sanitized between seatings
    • Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
    • Contactless payment available
  • Physical distancing

    • Limited number of seated diners
    • Distancing maintained in common areas
    • Extra space between tables
  • Protective equipment

    • Waitstaff wear masks
    • Diners must wear masks unless eating or drinking
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

You can order delivery directly from Nellie's Restaurant using the Order Online button. Nellie's Restaurant also offers delivery in partnership with Postmates and Uber Eats. Nellie's Restaurant also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (773) 252-5520.

Nellie's Restaurant is rated 4.1 stars by 183 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

9:00 PM


Booked 1 time today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Nellie's Restaurant

2458 W Division St, Chicago, IL 60622

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Campbell
  • Neighborhood
    Bucktown / Wicker Park
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Fri 7:00 am–3:00 pm Sat, Sun 9:00 am–4:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Puerto Rican, Breakfast, Café
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    Division and Campbell, Right in front of the restaurant.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    BYO Liquor, BYO Wine, Cafe, Delivery, Gender Neutral Restroom, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch
  • Phone number
    (773) 252-5520
  • Catering
    Full Service Catering - https://www.nelliesrestaurant.com/catering/full-service<br />Carry Out Catering - https://www.nelliesrestaurant.com/catering/carry-out-catering
  • Private party facilities
    Second floor private space for parties, meetings, or any celebration!
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