Sun Rey Cafe

Went here for a weekend brunch with a solidly sized group for one of our friend's birthdays and we loved it. The owners / staff are so nice and attentive (I believe the co-owner Ruby took care of us and she was so friendly and offered great service and just vibes). My friend originally picked this place because it was one of the few brunch spots she found that took reservations but also had great reviews and we were all so happy with what we got. The portions are nice and filling but not overwhelming, prices are reasonable, and there is so much natural sunlight in this cozy spot.Some highlights from the group were the Manila breakfast, poqui poqui (it's fun to see not just traditional Filipino breakfast options but also a regional dish from the north), and the chicken and the waffles. They also have some vegetarian options that seem good.

It was our first time going to Sun Rey Cafe. It was a wonderful surprise! I got their Manila breakfast and it was delicious! Reminded me of an Asian dish my mom would make me. My boyfriend got the chicken and waffles and it was really good as well. Our food came nice and hot for us to enjoy.The service was great! Although they were pretty busy they still gave us good service. This is a cute spot. It is small so parties over 6 might have issues dining inside. Outside of that I would for sure recommend trying! They have a few Asian dishes for breakfast which are delicious!

All the food was excellent. The special standout was the sausage from the Manila breakfast, I was tempted to see if I could just get an order of sausages to go to keep munching on all day. The pork belly was also super juicy and delicious, and the pickled condiment sauce went well with everything! The Horchata was the one small disappointment, it was very watered down and I couldn't really taste much of the cinnamon at all. The restaurant was very cute, with a decent amount of seating and really nice bright decor that made it awesome for a cute brunch spot. The staff was exceptionally friendly, prompt, and helpful! I'd absolutely recommend this place!

Had a wonderful experience with my good friend visiting Chicago. Came here to celebrate and have nothing but a rave review. Larry the owner and his son Toby are true gems. The food was cooked to perfection. Sooo well we skipped lunch. The establishment was set up with a boutique swag in my opinion. It was cozy and modern at the same time. You need to go for yourself. I think they do byob and charge a 10$ cork/ ice fee. Which is very reasonable... thanks for to fabulous meals!!!! And the best hospitality I have experienced in Chicago yet.

Great food. Super friendly owners. We sat outside and had brunch. I'll go again for sure.

Have you ever had a craving for breakfast but you just didn't want to go to restaurant chain to eat it? You wanted to go to a place that was local, family-oriented, friendly, warm and welcoming. Of course the food had to be really good as well! Well, I found Sun Rey Cafe! This is a family owned and operated restaurant that serves a combination of breakfast and lunch. Located in the Wicker Park neighborhood, Sun Rey Cafe is a ray of Sunshine! Dining here will, indeed, brighten up your day! I decided to try this restaurant on last Thursday while it was an unusual warm day for this time of the year in Chicago. I came expecting a really good breakfast and I received that and more.I was greeted by a Father and Son duo who not only cooked and served my meal but who indulged me in conversation. Their customer service and welcoming spirits made my dining experience feel like I was at a relatives home.The Manila Breakfast was something new for me. I never had a Filipino breakfast. But the combination of longganisa sausage, garlic rice, and scrambled eggs was unexpected and really good! The sausage was sweet and delicious. It went well with my Mango Ice Tea and side of crispy bacon! I was told to try the chicken and waffles when I return, and that's what I will do!Going back to the question I posed, Sun Rey Cafe is not a chain. However it is rooted in family, community, and great food! Pay a visit to Sun Rey Cafe. Tell them I sent you!

Delicious Filipino breakfast Oh my gulay. Already planning my next meal there. Cozy atmosphere, filling food portions and attentive staff. We enjoyed the pork belly adobo (a MUST have) and veggie hash with garlic rice. Masarap! *yummy food*

Your friendly neighborhood breakfast spot that sits on the corner: It's the best way to describe Sun Rey Cafe. Decided I wanted breakfast one weekend morning and ventured out. Thoroughly enjoyed that they had a couple of appealing vegetarian options, so the Quesadilla Vegetarian it is! You get the eggs (breakfast) and the quesadilla (lunch). Servers were friendly, service was quick, and there's just an overall quaintness to it. Will keep this place in my breakfast rotation.

My daughter & I stopped at Sun Rey for breakfast before she dropped me off at the airport. We really loved this place. It's small, but decorated very cheerily, and everyone was so nice and welcoming. My daughter ordered the chocolate waffle, which she raved about. It was covered in fruit, and she ate every bite. I had pancakes and bacon, and they were very good as well. We'll definitely be back!

It's really cute, Tons of character,exposed brick, old copper ceilings, locally owned, no glamour crew(that tells you Food is actually the main event) and an interesting menu list. It's a touch smoky inside from the kitchen. The bananas foster pancakes came in full flavored pure essence of bananas foster.The Manila breakfast(Filipino sausage)is 100% authentic Filipino. It came with garlic rice and achara sides I'm impressed.