Ray's BBQ & Brunch

Natalia Mitchell 3 months ago

My friends and I were excited to try this place, but it turned out to be pretty disappointing. First, there was a wait for a table, which we did not mind. They said it would be about 30 minutes. They took our name for a table and said they would call or text us, but then after about 30 minutes we walked back over to the door because we figured it would be our turn soon, and saw that they weren't following the order or texting people, and just calling people in from outside. People that got there well after us got a table before us (same group size). We ended up waiting almost an hour for our table, and when we mentioned it to the person calling people in, that's when he got us a table. We then waited quite a while for a server to come take our orders. Then, it took over an hour for us to get 3 dishes, and the 4th took even longer. I don't mind waiting for good food, but this was just... Meh. The adobo was very dry, and the French toast was soggy. We also asked for a few things (more water, etc.), but the server seemed very disorganized and brought us things we didn't ask for. I think probably due to the fact that they are understaffed for the capacity at which they are serving peop

Joyson Jacob 4 months ago

I love visiting small family run breakfat diners ... This place has the best breakfast that I have been to in a while . If you love flavorful breakfast and plated well.. please visit.. u will be happy.. the owners were courteous and the service was awesome and the portions for the price is great on top of that .. try the breakfast taco and the breakfast fired rice. Will visit again if I am back in chicago

Maddy Cox 7 months ago

We went here on Valentine’s Day for breakfast on a whim and ended up happy we decided to do so. The chef/owner was going around to the tables and passing out little chocolates. It was so cute! I got the manila breakfast and my husband ordered the santa fe hash. Both meals were enjoyable in their own ways. The server was nice and attentive as well. Would love to visit again!

CitCat Edited 3 months ago

Super tasty Filipino and American breakfast in a cheery and cozy spot with tabletops tiled in white penny-round tile and walls covered with eclectic homey decor. During warmer weather, they also have outdoor seating. What to get: - Pork Belly Adobo (served with white rice or garlic rice, 2 eggs any style, side of achara pickles, cucumber, tomato. The adobo is super tasty and goes so well with the pickle, rice, and eggs.) - Chicken and Waffles (the chicken [one piece dark, one piece white] is SO good, but it's often a long wait; my guess is they're incredibly good at frying chicken and also fry to order, but they don't have a pressure fryer which is way faster, but is also a really huge piece of equipment) - Santa Fe Hash (chorizo, bell peppers, red onion, garlic, cheese, tomato, potatoes, and toast)...we can't over-emphasize how well this dish is cooked: the potatoes are perfectly crisp, the peppers and onions are perfectly caramelized, there's the right amount of slightly crisped chorizo, and everything goes great with the eggs. - Two Eggs with Bacon (with thick-cut bacon, toast and choice of home-fried potatoes or fried garlic rice) - Garlic Fried Rice - Breakfast Sandwich Serv

Emily Flores a year ago

If I could give this cafe 10 stars, I totally would! This morning I was out running errands when I decided to pop in on a whim and I’m SO glad I did. As soon as I walked up, there was a special posted at the door that briefly caught my eye. I was dining solo, got greeted right away. I ordered a coffee which was super fresh (no burnt or bitter taste, phew). Everything on the menu sounded amazing but I went for the Filipino-inspired special... and WOW, it was absolutely delicious! 10/10. Every bite was unique, smoky, sweet, salty, tangy and the bed of garlic rice w/ my medium over-easy eggs? Total perfection. The way I cleaned my plate...lol The whole team was so friendly and welcoming. I even got to meet the owner, Larry, his wife, their son Toby and Carlos. Just such a great vibe all around! Will definitely be back.