The Brunchery

The Brunchery Frances' Brunchery is an upscale breakfast and brunch restaurant located in Lincoln Park, serving food creations by renowned Chicago chef, Derek Rylon. Though the restaurant started as a deli in 1938, Frances' has since evolved into a specialty brunch eatery that boasts of a variety of lunch options as well. Known for its comfort food and family recipes, Frances' Deli has found new life under Chef Rylon's leadership. Those seeking an exceptional dining experience will not be disappointed at Frances' Brunchery.
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10/24/2026

The Brunchery has so many flights to choose fromβ€¦β€¦βœ¨πŸ₯‚ Which Brunchery flight are you trying first? πŸ“

10/21/2026

Pumpkin spice season, stacked high πŸŽƒπŸ₯žπŸ‚ Your fall favorite is here! 🀎

10/17/2026

Welcome to The Brunchery, where brunch is always a good idea.✨ the Brunchery

10/15/2026

Behind every delicious bite is Chef Rylon making magic happen! πŸ‘¨πŸΎβ€πŸ³βœ¨βœ¨

Pumpkin spice French toast is giving ALL the fall vibes. πŸŽƒπŸ‚πŸ€Ž
10/14/2026

Pumpkin spice French toast is giving ALL the fall vibes. πŸŽƒπŸ‚πŸ€Ž

10/10/2026

BEAR DOWN, CHICAGO! 🐻🏈

Game day starts with brunch. 🍳πŸ₯‚

Fuel up before kickoff at The Brunchery!

Let’s go, Bears! πŸ»πŸ’™πŸ§‘ Bears

10/09/2026

Money can’t buy happiness… but have you tried brunch at The Brunchery? πŸ₯‚πŸ€€βœ¨

10/06/2026

October came with a whole new lineup of sips. πŸΈπŸ‚

πŸŽƒ Pumpkin After Dark
β˜• Espresso Martini Flight β€” Tiramisu, Pumpkin & Vanilla Bean
🌹 Crimson Bloom
🍌 Banana Cream Dream
🫐 Blueberry Haze
✨ Lady Finger Affair

Six sips. Six different moods. Which one are you ordering first? πŸ‘€πŸ₯‚

10/03/2026

October specials are HERE πŸ‚πŸ”₯

Chef Rylon did it again! πŸ‘¨πŸΎβ€πŸ³

🍳 Lamb Omelet
πŸ₯© Pork Chops Executive
πŸ₯£ Pot Roast & Purple Grits
🐟 Lake Superior Executive
🍳 Seafood Benedict
πŸ₯š Lamb Deviled Eggs
πŸŽƒ FTM: Pumpkin Spice

October is looking GOOD. πŸ‘€πŸ”₯ Which one are you trying first?

10/01/2026

Sneak peek πŸ‘€βœ¨
October specials dropping this Saturday πŸ₯‚

Just a few more days to enjoy our September Specials πŸ”₯They’re here through Friday before the October specials drop on Sa...
09/28/2026

Just a few more days to enjoy our September Specials πŸ”₯

They’re here through Friday before the October specials drop on Saturday πŸ‘€

Which one are you trying before they’re gone?

Good food, great energy, and a great time at The Brunchery! πŸ₯‚πŸ½οΈWe loved having RealYungG stop by and spend some time wit...
09/23/2026

Good food, great energy, and a great time at The Brunchery! πŸ₯‚πŸ½οΈ

We loved having RealYungG stop by and spend some time with Chef Rylon! πŸ‘¨πŸ½β€πŸ³πŸ”₯

Thank you for coming in and sharing The Brunchery experience with us. We hope to see you again soon! 🀝🏽✨

09/19/2026

HEY CHICAGO! πŸ‘‹

Your weekend just got better…
You know where to find us. πŸ˜‰

09/16/2026

POV: You said you weren’t hungry… but then The Brunchery happened πŸ˜‚πŸ”₯ See you at brunch! 🍳πŸ₯‚

Address

2552 N Clark Street
Chicago, IL
60614

To reach the sandwich shop and breakfast & brunch restaurant at N Clark Street in Chicago, there are several options available for public transportation. You can take the CTA Red Line to the Clark/Division station or the CTA Brown/Purple Line to the Sedgwick station. From there, you can walk a few blocks to reach your destination. Alternatively, you can take a bus that stops nearby, including routes 22, 36, 70 and 156.

If driving is preferred, take Lake Shore Drive and exit at LaSalle Dr./Clark St., heading north on Clark St. There are several parking lots and garages available in the area for an hourly fee.

Please note that these directions are for informational purposes only and may not be accurate or up-to-date. It is always recommended to double-check with current maps or transportation agencies for the most reliable directions.

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 3pm
Tuesday 9am - 3pm
Wednesday 9am - 3pm
Thursday 9am - 3pm
Friday 9am - 3pm
Saturday 9am - 3pm
Sunday 9am - 3pm

Telephone

(773) 248-4580

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What people say

Frances' Brunchery on N Clark Street in Chicago is a must-visit for anyone who loves breakfast and brunch restaurants. This specialty upscale brunchery serves food creations made in-house by Chef Derek Rylon, who has over 30 years of culinary experience under his belt. The full bar adds to the overall experience, making it a great spot for a leisurely weekend brunch or a quick weekday breakfast.

What sets Frances' Brunchery apart from other breakfast and brunch spots is its rich history. Frances' Deli has been a landmark in Lincoln Park for 80 years, serving diners breakfast, lunch, and brunch before it was even trendy. The comfort food and generations-old family recipes have always been the highlight of this diner/deli, but with Chef Rylon at the helm, the menu has been transformed into an "Upscale Breakfast Experience."

Chef Rylon's culinary skills are nothing short of spectacular, having worked at some of Chicago's most famous restaurants like Shaw's Crab House, Wild Fire, Maggiano's, Ruth Chris Steak House, Gibsons, Capital Grill, The Wyndham Hotel, The Westin, The Embassy Suites and the Crown Plaza Hotel. His gift for creating unbelievable dishes is evident in every bite at Frances' Brunchery.

Whether you're looking for classic breakfast dishes like pancakes and eggs or something more unique like avocado toast with smoked salmon or chicken and waffles with maple syrup butter sauce - Frances' Brunchery has got you covered. So head over to N Clark Street and indulge in an unforgettable breakfast or brunch experience that will leave you wanting more!