The Chicago Teachers' Lounge & Eatery

Happened on Chef Raul's restaurant by chance, and so glad I did. Between a mainstream-but-varied menu, wine list, and specials (including a regular steak frites), the restaurant deserves its success. Ask Norman about his family and watch him beam with pride, as well as in working for the restaurant.

We hosted a 50 person brunch here on a Sunday, and while that was the max the small kitchen could handle, they did such an amazing job getting lots of delicious food out of the door for us. We loved the mac n' cheese with egg, the special veggie scramble, and the french toast. Good coffee, good people, and normally just a good chill spot to have a meal. I feel like people not usually in the area might get a little confused by the "Chicago Teacher's Lounge" name and wonder if it's actually just for teachers - which means it's your lovely little neighborhood secret not too crowded great place to eat. At least until everyone else figures it out.

Wonderful food and great service. I cant wait to go back