grandma j's local kitchen

i forgot to ask who this new breakfast/lunch/brunch spot is named after, but it certainly has the cosy, comfy feel of someone's kitchen or dining room with its mismatched chairs, dishes and mugs. (an aside: this is what i was expecting to find at antique taco, but didn't). this place opened just a few weeks ago, across kedzie from the national guard armory on north avenue. my lunch today was off the breakfast menu and was a generous portion and quite delicious. it was sauteed wild mushrooms and poached eggs on 2 slices of french bread, with very good potato hash on the side. i'm very picky when it comes to poached eggs- i like them actually cooked- no runny whites, only runny in the center of the yolk and i got them exactly as i requested. the iced tea of the day was green/jasmine, served with raw sugar or pure via on the side. the owner, layla, was also our server and was very friendly and helpful. the place has a good, laidback, vibe, and i'll be going back. i support her attempt to serve as much local and organic as possible and still keep the prices user friendly.

Grandma J's Local Kitchen

1552 N. Kedzie
Humboldt Park
Chicago, IL 60647

(773) 227-3626

Thanks for the report, Joan; I enjoyed this video and picture set last week, and hope to visit shortly.

Santander wrote:Thanks for the report, Joan; I enjoyed this video and picture set last week, and hope to visit shortly.

thanks santander, that video was a good intro. to grandma j's and layla, the owner.