Reviews


Stax, located within walking distance of the University of Illinois Medical Center, offers a decent menu with options like the 'starving student' breakfast. While some reviewers found the food to be cold and the service peremptory, others enjoyed dishes like the Nutella French Toast and Monte Cristo waffle. The holiday decorations added a festive touch, and the Spanish omelette and mini waffles were a hit with customers. Despite being a bit loud and crowded, the menu at Stax offers excellent coffee, unique dishes, and attentive service, making it a great spot for brunch in Little Italy, generally, Stax Cafe receives a rating of 4.1 on average.

Overall Total Score
4.1 out of 5
Impressive | 2070 reviews

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Tripadvisor
4.6 ★ from 82 reviews
anthonydb
30.05.2024 - 15:31

This time I had to go twice so I could try the Monte Cristo waffle, as well as my usual Nutella French Toast. I'm pleased I tried it, probably wouldn't have aga...

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stephanie-c-engineer-13
30.05.2024 - 15:31

Food was delicious and service was great! The mini pecan waffles were so good! Hubby enjoyed his breakfast sandwich and coffee.

regionaleater
30.05.2024 - 15:31

Food was fantastic. The honey ricotta French toast is a very unique flavor. Glad I got it, but the mint adds a different twist. The omelets were well portioned...

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chicagotoots
30.05.2024 - 15:31

Decent menu, ordered their ‘starving student’ egg, toast, bacon and potatoes. Pretty good. Was looking for something a little lighter but this fit the bill. Cof...

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donorland
30.05.2024 - 15:31

This downtown Chicago diner is a wise choice for breakfast or lunch. A variety of omelettes, pancakes and waffles will provide great reasons to return often. An...

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Google
4.4 ★ from 1371 reviews
Sirved
4.1 ★ from 737 reviews
Gastroranking-US
4.0 ★ from 1254 reviews

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