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Pauline's


#963 of 4,496 restaurants in Chicago
3.5 of 5 stars 11 ratings  |  Write a review
  • Cuisines: American, Café, Diner
  • Neighbourhood: Andersonville/Rogers Park
  • 1754 W Balmoral Ave, Chicago, IL 60640
  • (773) 561-8573
  • Price range: INR 46-924 ($1-$20)

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3 of 5 stars
avidtraveler881   4 contributions
Chicago, IL
10 Nov 2009

That pretty much sums up our experience at Pauline's. The food was good, nice portions, I had the asparagus and goat cheese omelet, while my husband had a hamburger on rye. Their Le Toast Francais (French Toast!) was good too. Our server was very friendly which made the experience nice. Can't say anything bad about the place except it's not... more

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2 of 5 stars
sweetg50   1 contribution
skokie
23 Aug 2009

Not recommended. Service was extremely slow, even though there were a couple empty tables. The space was tight. I was seated under the menu bin, and the waitress proceeded to drop a menu on my head. The food is nothing special, though the portion are decent - BUT BEWARE, they only accept cash. No signs on the door or menu,... more

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4 of 5 stars
VenuVChicago   24 contributions
21 Apr 2009

open 365 days a year in a little cul de sac near andersonville more

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3 of 5 stars
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14 Jul 2008

My favorite sundried tomatoe and goat cheese omelette, especially after Saturday morning runs. Classic among the runners during the summer running season. You can show up in your sweaty running cloths no problem. They also allow dogs in the outside seating area. more

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5 of 5 stars
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28 Mar 2008

I loved this place. IT is very friendly and great service. more

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5 of 5 stars
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26 Mar 2008

The best service and food. Great family style place. The best breakfast I have ever had. more

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3 of 5 stars
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2 Feb 2008

GREAT diner style breakfast with delicious hashbrowns. more

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1 of 5 stars
WindyChicago   1 contribution
Chicago, Illinois
1 Apr 2007
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I went to Pauline's in Balmoral with my husband, my two daughters (a 5 year-old and 19-month-old), and our neighbor on Palm Sunday. After waiting for approximately 30 minutes, the owner dediced to seat a table of ten young people who had just arrived. After asking the waitress why the table of ten was going to be seated right away,... more

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4 of 5 stars
ChicagoLooper   17 contributions
Chicago, Illinois
21 May 2006

We went to eat at Pauline's for the first time this morning for Sunday brunch. Overall, it was a good experience. The place was packed and there wasn't much room to move around. The food was outstanding. I had a Denver Omlet and it was outstanding. I also had a side order of strawberry pancakes and they were extremely tasty.... more

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Pauline's Address

1754 W Balmoral Ave, Chicago, IL 60640
Tel: (773) 561-8573
* Restaurant price information is based on meal cost per person, excluding drinks, tax and tip.
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