May I suggest both Mortar & Pestle 3108 N Broadway and The Delta 1745 W North Ave
I had amazing french toast with warmed syrup at Mortar & Pestle!
Waffles and chicken is a combination I've always wanted to try so I did at The Delta. The Waffle was crisp and the chicken was fried to perfection and not the least bit greasy.
Sidebar: Neither take reservations, and Brunch seems to be a favorite past-time in Chicago at least on the weekends so go early! Again I was lucky, my dining companion had some pull at both so we got a table in record time.......