Lollipop Lamb Chop Trio
$29.00
Three grilled lamb chops, Dami glaze, vegetables, potatoes, and two eggs.
“the lamb chop trio was delicious...”
Brunch
Exclusive Ribeye Steak & Eggs
$30.00
Ribeye, eggs, cheesy hash browns, mushrooms, onions, and red wine sauce.
“Great food the ribeye steak was delicious, the gray, mushrooms , and onion combination were amazing, crab cake delicious as well, and the French toast was 10/10 to me”
True Breakfast Wrap
$18.00
Tomato tortilla wrap with eggs, cheesy hash browns, peppers, and sausage.
“I ordered the breakfast wrap and as usual it didn't disappoint!! My mom had never tried it and she was very pleased as well!! The staff is always courteous and professional while being warm and personable. Love this place!!”
Truth Traditional Breakfast
$21.00
Two eggs, a selected meat, potatoes, and toast make a classic breakfast.
“The waitress Kaytlin was extremely friendly and attentive. I haven’t had service this great in a very long time. She is definitely a great asset to the establishment. The food was great I'd easy give it a 9/10. I just got a traditional breakfast with chicken sausage. The sausage was a little spicy and I didn't know it was going to be however I like spicy so it wasn't a big deal. Highly recommend this spot. All the staff are very friendly.”
Pancakes
Buttermilk Flat Cakes
$6.50+
Buttermilk pancakes, available as a full stack or short stack.
“It was a wonderful time, great customer service and the FOOD was fantastic! Peytyn and George did a phenomenal job! They were all very kind to our family and friends. Got us seated in a timely manner and the food came out great! My favorite was the pancakes && the lamb chops were top tier!!!”
Shorty Stack of Chocolate Chip Flatcakes
$7.28
Two small chocolate chip pancakes are served as a kids' breakfast stack.
“Amazing food, best pancakes in Chicago”
Vegetarian Traditional Breakfast
$22.00
Choose vegan pancakes or a waffle with plant-based eggs and sausage.
“Food was great. Really good vegan dishes are hard to come by. That Vegetarian Traditional breakfast was really good. Great host and nice atmosphere too.”
Shorty Stack of Buttermilk Flatcakes
$6.24
Two small buttermilk pancakes are served as a kids' breakfast stack.
“Their breakfast is too good. Always hit the spot. Pancakes, eggs, too good. Love it. It's what I order all the time. Every time I order, I give them a tip. $1-5 dollars (Keep up the great work) 🥞🤤😍😍🍳🤤😍”
Waffles
Bird & Batter (Chicken N' Waffles)
$19.00
Belgian buttermilk waffle topped with hand-battered fried chicken breast.
“Them chicken and waffles were amazing!”
Mela Caramel Waffle
$13.00
A Belgian waffle features caramelized apples and a walnut topping.
“Ordered pancakes and waffles pretty good! Light fluffy and buttery! Good service and pretty good waiters.”
Berry Waffle
$13.00
Blueberry Belgian waffle topped with fresh berries and whipped cream.
“Breakfast is tasty and quick. We have the French toast and steak.”
Banana Nut Waffle
$13.00
Belgian waffle infused with banana and topped with walnuts.
“Loved their banana waffles and coffee...”
French Toast
Mela Caramel French Toast
$13.00
Caramel-battered brioche toast comes with apples and candied walnuts.
“You’ll fall in love with the food here. Even while waiting for my order I couldn’t help but stare at the beauty of other customers plates. The salmon croquet is big, juicy, flavorful ,and falls apart like it got serenaded by Marvin Gaye. The Mela Caramel French toast is fire. Excellent balance of fluffy, sweet, and prepared to perfection.Every plate full and at the end every stomach is fully satisfied. Smiles on everyone’s face in this wonderful environment and great music selection. ~S”
Volo Mega (Flight) French Toast
$16.00
French toast flight with fruit, nuts, caramel, and a weekly flavor.
“Had an amazing experience here. There were seven of us in our party having brunch on Saturday and the food was still ready extremely quickly. I had the jerk chicken alfredo omelet and it was truly a great dish. Our table also had the French toast mega flight and I had the one topped with chocolate sauce and peanut butter cups... oh my goodness! When I visit Chicago again, I will certainly return.”
Volo Strawberry French Toast
$13.00
Brioche dipped in homemade strawberry-infused batter becomes French toast.
“This is an incredible place with the best French toast I've ever had. I bring friends and family here all the time. The staff is lovely and this family owned restaurant is a gem! Highly recommended!”
Volo French Toast (Flight)
$14.00
French toast flight with strawberry, blueberry caramel, apples, and nuts.
“good food, I loved the French Toast Flight & jerk turkey sausage. The ambience is great!”
Omelets
Jerk Chicken Alfredo Omelet (Deconstructed)
$25.00
Egg whites, Parmesan, jerk chicken and broccoli, with cheesy hash browns.
“The Jerk Chicken Alfredo Omelette was the best breakfast I have ever had! Thanks to Peyton (Owner) and her son George (who served us), our first time will definitely not be our last!!”
Spinach & Mushroom Omelet (Deconstructed)
$18.00
Omelet with spinach, mushrooms, Swiss, and cheesy hash browns.
“The French toast flights were delicious, and the three egg mushrooms spinach omelet. I'll be back again soon”
Jerk Shrimp Alfredo Omelet (Deconstructed)
$30.00
Egg whites with jerk shrimp, Parmesan, vegetables, and cheesy hash browns.
“I’m from Cleveland. Anytime I touch down to Chicago….I HAVE TO STOP HERE. French toast flight, jerk shrimp omelet. AMAZING”
Ribeye Steak Omelet (Deconstructed)
$27.00
Ribeye omelet with mushrooms, mozzarella, demi-glace, and hash browns.
“The owner Peyton and her son George gave us The best service and THE FOOD was an absolute 10/10!!!!! EVERYTHING was amazing! Lamb chops, fried chicken, pancakes, chicken Alfredo omelette, and steak omelette! We will definitely come back the next time we are in town!!!”
Grits
Side of Grits
$6.24
Creamy grits come with your required choice of maple or savory preparation.
“Amazing breakfast. Had the catfish executive. Best catfish I've had in awhile.”
Jerk Shrimp & Grits
$22.00
Three jumbo shrimp with jerk seasoning are served over grits.
“What can I say. I have a new favorite place to go! We ordered quite a few dishes and each one was incredible! Did I mention the shrimp and grits? This is on our must have list. Do not skip this place. The owner Peyton is fantastic. They really go above and beyond. Truth does not disappoint!”
Cajun Crawfish and Grits
$21.00
Grits are topped with three ounces of crawfish and Cajun garlic-herb sauce.
“My favorite breakfast spot!”
Lobster & Grits
$30.00
Grits come with lobster meat and a sauce made with lobster.
“This review is long overdue. Every time and I mean EVERY time I’m home (Chicago), I’m here! I even went twice in one weekend 😂 It is always good! My favorite is the lobster and grits, but baby those lamb chop are delicious too! If you haven’t been.. get there! The staff is always nice and the owner is super sweet and always welcomes me back with open arms! Truth…is THE TRUTH!”
Seafood
Salmon Croquettes
$22.00
Salmon croquettes come with eggs, cheesy hash browns, and garlic butter.
“This restaurant has been around for some years now and it is because the food is delicious and the customer service is Toptier. They had just closed and sent the chefs home for the day…but the owner was sweet enough to make me my request. I’m glad she did because I was then able to share those amazing salmon croquettes with my family. And they are a Hit. I will continue spread the word and support this pillar in the community. KEEP UP THE GREAT WORK #TRUTH”
Fried Lemon Pepper Crusted Salmon
$27.00
Fried salmon comes with lemon-pepper sauce, eggs, and cheese hash browns.
“This place has amazing food. I personally had the fried lemon pepper crusted salmon and this was probably the best salmon I have ever eaten. I also had the caramel French toast which was also so sweet and delicious. Definitely recommend this place for anytime of day.”
Catfish Executive
$22.00
Catfish, two eggs, vegetables and cheesy hash browns; fried or sautéed.
“My first time here and I love the experience. Black own and the owner was there helping out. I order catfish executive fried and it was so delicious. Also got mimosas flight and it was good definitely for the price. My mom had steak that cook perfectly. So juicy and tender. My aunt had jerk shrimp Alfredo omelette(chef kiss) also she had French toast flight they were so soft and good. Definitely will be coming back”
Cooked Salmon Sushi Roll
$18.00
Salmon, hash browns, and eggs are rolled in seaweed with two wasabi sauces.
“Truth is a true neighborhood gem. The upgrades look amazing — modern touches but still that same Bronzeville soul. The energy’s warm, the music’s right, and it’s got that grown, laid-back vibe that makes you want to stay awhile. The Cajun breakfast dishes are the star — shrimp and grits, that Cajun omelet, and the French toast flight all hit. You can tell the kitchen’s putting real love into it. Solid service, great music, and a space that just feels good. Truth’s always been a staple — now it’s on a whole new level.”
