Cebu

4.5 (117)

$30 and under

Filipino

3120 N Lincoln , Chicago, IL 60657

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Cebu

4.5

$30 and under

Filipino

Lakeview / East Lakeview

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2 people

20 Sept 2026

19:00

Booked 2 times today

Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

Great for brunch
Neighbourhood gem
Good for groups

Welcome to Cebu, a vibrant family-owned restaurant nestled in Lakeview East, where tradition meets innovation. Our roots run deep, hailing from the beautiful island of Cebu, Philippines. At Cebu, we take pride in offering a modern twist on classic Filipino cuisine, blending time-honored recipes with contemporary culinary techniques. Our menu is a celebration of rich flavors and diverse influences, crafted with love and the freshest ingredients. Step into a warm, inviting atmosphere where every meal feels like a family gathering, and experience the heart and soul of modern Filipino dining.

For large parties: please email info@cebuchicago.com for reservations

Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Filipino, Southeast Asian
Hours of Operation
Brunch Mon 09:00–14:00 Thu–Sun 09:00–15:00 Dinner Thu–Sat 17:00–21:00
Phone number
(773) 709-9153
Website
http://www.cebuchicago.com/
Dress Code
Casual Dress
Catering
Let Cebu Chicago cater for your next event! Savor our signature dishes: crispy Lumpia, golden Calamari, savory Pancit, and tender Cebu Lechon. Email info@cebuchicago.com to bring the taste of Cebu to your event!
Private party facilities
Bring the party at Cebu Chicago! Our restaurant event space features a buffet & Kamayan options perfect for celebrations & corporate events. Email info@cebuchicago.com to customize your package!

Location
3120 N Lincoln , Chicago, IL 60657
Area
Lakeview / East Lakeview
Parking Details
None

Experiences

Brunch
1 - 18 people
Multiple dates available
Brunch at Cebu Chicago is a vibrant, sensory-rich journey that brilliantly marries traditional, comforting Filipino flavors with creative, modern playfulness. Step out of the Chicago chill and into a bright, tropical-inspired escape where the earthy purple of ube, the aromatic green of pandan, and the rich, savory sizzle of slow-roasted lechon set the stage for an unforgettable weekend morning.
Happy Hour
1 - 18 people
Multiple dates available
Did you know that in the Philippines, we don't just "drink"? We have pulutan! 🍻 Derived from the Tagalog word pulót (meaning "to pick up"), pulutan refers to the delicious snacks and small plates specifically designed to be shared and enjoyed alongside a cold drink. Join us for Inuman Session Happy Hour at Cebu Chicago to experience it yourself! 🕒 Thurs-Sat | 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM 🍹 $10 Cocktails | 🍷 Half-off wine bottles 🍴 $10 Pulutan Specials like our Longganisa Loaded Fries and Chorizo Burritos.

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Reviews

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Reviews from people who have dined at Cebu.

4.5

(117)

4.5Food
4.5Service
4.5Ambience
4.3Value

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117 Reviews

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Tony
Chicago / Illinois2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 25 December 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Loved the ube offerings from the Ube latte, to the Ube chicken and waffles and the Ube French toast. Pro tip instead of putting the Ube sauce that came with my chicken and waffles with the waffles, I saved it for the French toast and it was amazing.
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Jackie
Chicago / Illinois4 reviews
5.0
Dined on 21 December 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This restaurant is a hidden gem, and has a great vibe for those wanting wonderful food and a nice experience with Filipino fusion. Highly recommend! The staff is also extremely kind and warm.
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Geralyn Gold
Chicago / Illinois39 reviews
5.0
Dined on 21 December 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I loved everyy I had except the shirt ribs were flavorful but very fatty. The lumpia and sauce was tasty. Ube lattes were great. I would recommend.
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Jeffrey
Dallas - Fort Worth3 reviews
5.0
Dined on 20 December 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I liked it. The food and service were good. It’s spacious and not crowded. They were easily able to accommodate multiple large parties.
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kimberlee Gold
Chicago / Illinois14 reviews
3.0
Dined on 6 December 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 3
Food was pretty good. Service was very slow. It is an open space and very loud.
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Zachary
Chicago / Illinois4 reviews
5.0
Dined on 30 November 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great breakfast and a great intro to Filipino food! Had the pork belly and my friends had the chilaquiles. Also had good coffee
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Rakiesia
Orange County1 review
5.0
Dined on 22 November 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We went and tried their dinner menu and it was great. We had the shrimp with lumpia, the chicken adobo bowl, the lechon, and the seafood bami. There weren’t many people for the dinner service, but I’ve heard that breakfast is really good here as well, so I’m looking forward to trying it soon.
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Olivia
Chicago / Illinois4 reviews
1.0
Dined on 15 November 2025
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
Unfortunately a disappointing brunch experience. Service was extremely slow and disorganized. Our food came out BEFORE our coffee drinks (not alcohol), and one of our appetizers didn’t arrive until after all the entrées were already served. The four of us received our meals almost 20 minutes apart with no explanation, so half the table was waiting while the others’ food got cold. The dishes themselves were underwhelming and surprisingly under-seasoned, especially for a Filipino spot where we expected bold flavors. The space seemed understaffed and a bit chaotic overall. We’re always happy to pay for a great brunch, but this simply didn’t feel worth it. Sadly, we left disappointed and hungry.
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Angelie
Las Vegas1 review
2.0
Dined on 2 November 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 3
I am Filipino so me and my boyfriend were excited to try this restaurant. The drinks were pretty good but were very disappointed about the food. The food wasn’t good at all. We ordered tuna kinilaw, pork sisig and crab pancit. The kinilaw wasn’t kinilaw at all. Lacked spiced and was very bland in taste. The sisig was mostly onions so it made the dish soggy and watery. The crab pancit was decent but it’s hard to mess pancit anyway. The only food I enjoyed was the side of prawn crackers. At least we tried it and now know not to come back here.
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Lauren Gold
New Orleans / Louisiana12 reviews
5.0
Dined on 25 October 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
the food was absolutely amazing, the short ribs and the pork belly 10/10
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Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Filipino, Southeast Asian
Hours of Operation
Brunch Mon 09:00–14:00 Thu–Sun 09:00–15:00 Dinner Thu–Sat 17:00–21:00
Phone number
(773) 709-9153
Website
http://www.cebuchicago.com/
Dress Code
Casual Dress
Catering
Let Cebu Chicago cater for your next event! Savor our signature dishes: crispy Lumpia, golden Calamari, savory Pancit, and tender Cebu Lechon. Email info@cebuchicago.com to bring the taste of Cebu to your event!
Private party facilities
Bring the party at Cebu Chicago! Our restaurant event space features a buffet & Kamayan options perfect for celebrations & corporate events. Email info@cebuchicago.com to customize your package!

Location
3120 N Lincoln , Chicago, IL 60657
Area
Lakeview / East Lakeview
Parking Details
None

Make a booking

Cebu

4.5

$30 and under

Filipino

Lakeview / East Lakeview

Make a booking

2 people

20 Sept 2026

19:00

Booked 2 times today

Experiences are available.

Cebu

Make a booking

Cebu

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About this restaurant

Dining areas

Additional information

Brunch

Happy Hour

Dining areas

Additional information

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Cebu

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