Alexander's
12 people recommend, 2 warn against itvia r/chicagofood, r/AskChicago15 comments cited below
What people say, in short
Alexander's is recommended across its Chicago locations, including Western Avenue, where a diner praises the breakfast special. One commenter also likes the chilaquiles and coffee. Another appreciates simple food cooked as ordered, while a separate diner praises the generous portions. Price attracts objections. These recommendations span the city locations, so general praise should not be mistaken for a detailed review of every dish at Western Avenue.
Address
Alexander's Restaurant, 4357 N Western Ave, Chicago, IL 60618
At a glance
- Signature dishes
- Chilaquiles
- Best for
- Breakfast
- Opinions divided
- Yes
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The evidence
Every point below is paraphrased from a real public comment, ordered by how much the community engaged with it. Caveats and negatives are kept in — follow any link to read the original for yourself.
- Recommendsu/kdollarsign2 in r/chicagofood · Nov 2026value
Calls its breakfast special really good, with the usual breakfast staples included.
- Recommendsu/Famous_Place7679 in r/chicagofood · Dec 2023price
Calls Alexander's a close match to Pick Me Up at a lower price, though hesitant to publicize it.
- Recommendsu/SenatorBeers in r/AskChicago · Apr 2026
Ranked as a close second pick after the Golden House suggestion.
- Recommendsu/shapelystory in r/chicagofood · May 2026
Names Alexander's as the answer to the skillet question.
- Recommendsu/MerryMarauder in r/chicagofood · Nov 2026
Calls Alexander's great and notes it sits right by a great park.
- Caveatu/Chitown_mountain_boy in r/AskChicago · Apr 2026price
Says Alexander's is not inexpensive.
- Recommendsu/guyawesomer in r/chicagofood · Nov 2026
Lists Alexander's among top diners; says the food is simple but done right and orders are followed well.
- Recommendsu/carrlson in r/AskChicago · Jul 2026portion
Suggests Alexander's and advises arriving hungry because the servings are big.
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- Recommendsu/flaco_773 in r/chicagofood · Dec 2023
Names Alexanders in Edgewater as a breakfast or brunch suggestion.
- Caveatu/recursiverabbits in r/AskChicago · Apr 2026price
Agrees it has long been one of the pricier options nearby.
- Recommendsu/HinduMexican in r/AskChicago · Dec 2025
Recommends the original location of Alexander's, at Granville and Clark.
- Recommendsu/doodlezoey in r/AskChicago · Jan 2025
Names Alexander's as a pick.
- Contextu/Sundog308 in r/chicagofood · May 2026
Says they always order the breakfast special at this Alexander's and plan to try its steak.
- Recommendsu/ComfortableBug5893 in r/chicagofood · May 2026ambience
Agrees with Alexander's and says it is very cozy.
- Recommendsu/da4 in r/chicagofood · May 2026
Recommends any Alexander's location in the Andersonville or North Center neighborhoods.
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Details last checked 11 Nov 2026. Recommendations reflect what people said at the time; confirm current details before you go.