Wishbone Restaurant has been serving southern comfort food to Chicago since 1990. Fresh, made from scratch food at honest prices.
161 N Jefferson St (at Randolph) Chicago , IL 60661 United States
Reservations | Yes |
Credit Cards | Yes (incl. Discover & Visa) |
Wi-Fi | Free |
Outdoor Seating | Yes |
Menus | Breakfast, Brunch, Lunch, Dinner, Dessert, Happy Hour |
Drinks | Wine, Full Bar, Cocktails |
Grits are a trending taste this week and you can get some damn good ones at Wishbone. You really want their classic shrimp and grifts. If you're not a fan of seafood , the cheesy grits are great, too.
Awesome southern cuisine , the blackened chicken with black-eyed peas and sweet potatoes was very good. Enjoy the alcohol soaked cherry in their mixed drinks !
Shrimp and grits were a little on the blander side but what can u expect from grits . The moonshine cocktails are where it's rly at. $6 a pop and plenty of the good stuff to get u going.
The burger is really good! The blackened chicken sandwich is big and a little spicy . For sides, I really liked the home fries . The cheese grits were okay. Friendly staff .
Wishbone’s mascot Dolly is the owner’s actual childhood dog. Stop by for fast-service brunch , but also don’t forget to try their signature shrimp & grits , blackened catfish , or smoked beef brisket .
If you are going for brunch get that signature Bloody Mary and the Cajun style shrimp and grits ! Both have the perfect spice to it
Great breakfast ... Southern style . I got the signature shrimp and grits . Devan was an excellent waiter , lot of energy.
PHENOMENAL!! The biscuit was lightweight, the cheese grits were delicious. Good, fast service . Large portions & decently priced. Will DEFINITELY be coming back.
For sides, skip the mac and cheese and try the Hoppin' Jack . Kids eat free on Tuesdays!
Not the same as the old location, but still all the great favorite foods like shrimp & grits and corn flake french toast
catfish for breakfast ? unexpectedly delicious way to start the day. side of cheesy grits please!
Corn cakes are a must. Also, this is the only place on earth that i'll eat biscuits & gravy . So good. Ask for Nick, he takes care of you.
Fantastic po'boy and all the other food was amazing and authentic . Delicious!!!
Biscuits and gravy , home fries , pancakes , French toast , uh,... Everything
Cornflake-dipped French toast , shrimp and grits , and kick-butt Bloody Marys served in a cheery space start the day off perf. Read more
The fried green tomatoes are not to be missed! Some of the best I've ever had!
Even for Sunday breakfast/brunch, You can be seated immediately without reservation or long time waiting
Came for a weekend brunch , loved the southern food and quick service .
The Hoppin' Jack was delicious!!! The food came out in less than 10 minutes and our waitress was friendly .
Every dish I have ever had here has been wonderful. Highly recommend
Best grits in the city !!
The Shrimp and Grits are the best I have tasted!
The Yankee Scramble is the best dish for breakfast … ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Great staff . Spinach omlet and cheese grits were great
Don't forget to do breakfast here. The corn cakes , jumbalaya omelet and cheese grits are excellent! Great sweet tea too.
The best (and maybe the only) place for Southern grits in Chicago!
Mango chicken is great! And the eggs w/ BBQ excellent!
Fanastic staff , fast service , phenomenal food!
If you've never tried it, you can order a single corn cake . They are amazing.
breakfast is awesome. grits ! and the crawfish cakes .
Crunchy French toast , sweet crunchy crispy - better to split/share as an add-on sweet side than as an entire meal.
Salmon cakes and Bloody Mary !!
Service industry discount Wednesdays and Thursdays - 25% off entire check.
Great food! Great service! Great Owner
I tried Mediterranean omelet with cheese , olive and tomatoes 7/10
Was dissapointed with the dinner menu . Wish i had just came for breakfast .
Wishbone is nominated for Best Family-Friendly Restaurant in our Hipsqueak Awards, vote now at timeoutchicagokids.com/awards!
The Mississippi mud coffee drink will make you smile.
Their pulled pork and Turkey is delicious!!
Beef brisket hash off the chain, with some A1 steak sauce .
I was not pleased with the Mardi Gras buffet they offered on 2/28/17. Plus, I thought it was pricey at $24/pp. Plus, the Hurricane was not very good. I've had better experiences at Wishbone.
Awesome Mac and cheese ! Taste like my grandmas recipe. ????
Crawfish cakes dns shrimp-n-grits are a must have.
Love the food. Love the energy of the area surrounding the Venue. Read more
They have an express lunch area that is great for getting food on the go!
My new favorite restaurant . Shrimp n grits !!!
The grits were super tasty.
Early bird special M-F includes $3.95 for two eggs with all thw trimmings!
The best chocolate pecan pie I've ever eaten. Fantastic!
Try their Shrimp with Grits it's fantastic!
Great food. Great service. A must go. - Adolfo Mondragon
Short Rib Mac & Cheese is amazing. Excellent fried chicken. Homemade Biscuits and Homemade Blueberry Jam with a hint of molasses. Yum. - Blane Sims
Excellent breakfast, try the hash browns and smoothered pork chops! - Vau've Davis
You can't go wrong with the Redeye, drip coffee with a shot of espresso. - Billy D
Great seats matter your seat. It's made for sports for 360° view so, concerts are great. - TT isTami