The French call it le grand petit djeuner, which means "big little lunch" in English. We simply call it brunch. Brunch, taken from the two words, breakfast and lunch, is my favorite way to spend a leisurely weekend morning. As a connoisseur of the brunch and having brunched in all of our major cities, I can honestly say that Chicago has some of the best of these "big little lunches" in the country.

~ North Pond ~

2610 N Cannon Dr, Chicago, IL 60614
773-477-5845

This small restaurant, situated on the grounds of Lincoln Park, is undoubtedly the most beautiful setting for a brunch in Chicago. In this cozy room, the views of the park and the city skyline come in second only to the North Pond's three-course brunch feast. If you are a fan of pecan pie, save room for their version served with cinnamon ice cream.

Sunday from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

~ Bistro 110 ~

110 E Pearson St, Chicago, IL 60611
312-266-3110

Located on the Magnificent Mile in Chicago, Bistro 110 offers a New Orleans Jazz Brunch every Sunday from 10:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Continental cuisine, French Bistro atmosphere and a jazz band playing in the background all combine to make this a great place to spend a late Sunday morning.

~ House of Blues ~

329 N Dearborn St, Chicago, IL 60610
312-923-2000

I bet when you hear House of Blues, you don't automatically think brunch. Toss that notion out the window and reserve a table at House of Blues for their Gospel Brunch. Delicious southern food and the best gospel singers in Chicago await you.
Sunday from 10:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

~ Seasons ~
120 E Delaware Pl, Four Seasons Hotel, 7th fl, Chicago, IL 60611
312-280-8800

This might be the most expensive brunch in town but whether you make it an every week occasion or save it for that special celebration, it is worth every penny. Located in the beautiful Four Seasons Hotel on Chicago's Gold Coast, this classic brunch offers an extravagant, themed buffet. Included in these six themes are the standard breakfast fare, Asian and Midwestern dishes, and an elaborate dessert station. The posh setting will have you feeling like royalty before the morning is over.
Sunday 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

~ Frontera Grille ~
445 N Clark St, Chicago, IL 60610
312-661-1434

This energetic and boldly decorated restaurant, considered by many to serve the best Mexican food in the country, also has a Saturday brunch that would top any list. The artistic dishes made from fresh and

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