Ovo Frito Cafe

A go-to for a hearty brunch in Evanston! Ovo Frito serves classic American diner style breakfast with a Latin American flare. They have everything from pancakes to French toast to Mexican staples like chilaquiles and huevos divorciados. It’s a bustling space with a bright atmosphere and quick service even when it gets busy. I got Zinnia’s Spicy Chilaquiles, and the serving size was very large. There was a mountain of freshly fried tortilla chips with two eggs, your choice of salsa verde or roja, pepper jack and cotija cheese, and rice and beans topped with sour cream. The chilaquiles had a great spicy kick without being too overwhelming, and the salsa verde had a delicious flavor with a slight acidity. The chips stayed very crispy as well. If you want a brunch that’ll keep you full all day, give Ovo Frito a taste!

First time at this cute restaurant. The food was good and there were a lot of other great dishes on the menu! I went with simple French toast, eggs, bacon, and coffee. However, next time, I will be more adventurous and try a more unique dish! The service was friendly, quick, and making rounds on coffee topping. I was here early on a Thursday morning, and the restaurant started getting crowded as it got later. Overall, cute, clean, friendly, and a great place to eat breakfast, brunch or lunch! Update- 12/26/2025 returned to this place and ordered their chocolate chip pancakes, and the hubs had a Burrito Desperado! He said the burrito was perfect, lot of veggies and peppers with a wonderful, smokey Adobe sauce with just the right hint of spice. My pancakes were delicious. Highly recommended 👌

This tiny Cafe with a Latin I spired menu is a hidden gem in the Evanston residential district just west of Northwestern University. The food is almost all Latin based, but with a few gringo dishes available too. Skirt Steak Benedict, Dress Hermanos eggs, or my go to Huevos Nortenos are all fantastic. The place was not busy on a Monday morning, but several customers were enjoying breakfast. The staff was right on our needs, coffee was excellent, food service was fast, and the portion size generous. Not being a native of Illinois or the greater Chicago metropolis, this is definitely a place to which I want to return. Muchas Gracias Ovo Frito!

Great 🇲🇽 food! Friendly service but wish we weren’t so rushed before and after the meal. Atmosphere crowded and possibly better to go when not a weekend!

When looking at restaurants near by this one offers a great meal for the value, great atmosphere and efficient service. Not upscale food but innovative presentations all around. Happy to eat here. Around 30/pp (tip included).