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    Billy Goat Tavern

    3.3 (119 reviews)
    Open 5:00 am - 10:00 pm

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    Felecia I.

    For good eats at an airport, just follow the flight crews. As I walked by Billy Goat Tavern, the scent of grilling burgers tempted me to get in line. Ahead of me were some pilots, flight attendants, a plane maintenance employee still in his neon vest and a few others. People passing by were asking the crew if this was a good place to eat; they all responded with a resounding "yes". My double cheeseburger (pickles, onions, ketchup & mayo on request) and side of fries were spot on. And hot. I almost burned my mouth on the fries--just how I like them. All this for only $10 and change. If lettuce & tomato had been available, my burger would have been perfect.

    Double burger with a lot of jalapeños!
    Elizabeth R.

    Flat top burger works for airport food. The bun could be higher quality. The service was fast and efficient. The walk up counter worked well in this situation.

    Mei T.

    The smashed burgers here were very juicy and flavorful! My only negative comment was there were no lettuce or tomatoes. It was just a straight up cheeseburger. There were raw sliced onions, raw chopped onions, dill pickles, and pickled relish, but no lettuce tomatoes. The fries were just ok, not very crispy. I normally like having some fresh veggies on my burger to balance out the fat content. While I enjoyed the burger, it was a bit greasy and heavy for me. It was delicious though, but I couldn't eat the whole thing.

    So so dry... chicken sandwich
    Cristina P.

    So bad that I want my money back. Seasoned yet tasteless and so dry you could choke. Save yourself the headache.

    beef sandwich at midway
    Scott Z.

    Good service, good food, better prices then other food in airport. This place is really a good hole in the wall Chicago style food in the airport.

    Italian beef
    Scottie D.

    Came here during my layover back in November. I ordered the Italian beef with peppers and cheese. It was decent nothing crazy but solid for airport food.

    Chicago dog w/ grilled onions
    Shani H.

    One of my go-to spots when I'm in Chicago and need a final meal before hopping on my flight. The food is consistent and the guys working are quick.

    Menu Sep 2024
    Nelly J.

    I wasn't expecting much from airport food but was pleaseantly surprised here. Nothing to go crazy about but it was good. I'd go back. Ordered the Chicago Style Italian Beef with both peppers. Meat was a little on the bland side but the flavor it did have was good. And no chewy pieces. Peppers were fresh and spicy. My biggest complaint would be that they didn't drain the peppers so it made the bun a soggy. If you catch yourself in the Chicago airport, there aren't many good options and this is probably your best bet.

    Alisa J.

    The food here is also surprisingly good for an airport. I had the Italian beef sandwich and it was flavorful and the spicy peppers were good. Also super super greasy though and the bag broke. Definitely a shareable sandwich but really great.

    Cheeseburger
    Daviyion J.

    I went here for a meal while waiting for my flight and I was quite impressed both with the quality of the food and the prices. I opted out of breakfast, even though it was six in the morning and instead I got a cheeseburger and fries. After they call your order, they let you add your own toppings before they wrap up your sandwich which was a nice touch. In terms of taste, the burger was actually pretty good and the crinkle cut fries (which you definitely don't find everywhere) tasted delicious and were hot. Definitely recommend checking this place out for a reasonably priced meal in the airport if your flying from here.

    Chili fries I added the extras on top from the topping bar

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    Live cockroaches are on tables and floor. It's overrated and management doesn't want to clean the place up. Surprised why ppl even go there.

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    Got an Italian Beef last night from here, pretty solid (by solid I mean delicious and I miss it). Peppers really hot though so be careful.

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    4.4(9.5k reviews)
    8.4 miWest Loop, Near West Side
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    so glad we tried this place! we actually only waited about 15 mins to get seated at the bar on a…read morewednesday night around 7pm. we came here for my boyfriends birthday and we were so happy we chose to celebrate here. the two people that helped us was antonio and issa and they made the experience 10x better. they were very attentive and friendly and just easy to talk to. gave us good recommendations and good vibes. we both really liked our drinks and were happy with the spread the food came out. we got to eat the bone marrow first which also came with this really good sauce it was almost like a meat jam but was so good on the bread and then put some of the bone marrow on for the perfect bite. now the burger, you just have to try it because it really is that good. the sauce in it was so good and it just had a really good flavor. it was just an elevated burger. we got fries as well and we shared the burger so it we were really full after. the server brought out ice cream with a candle and some sort of chocolate sauce too which just made the overall experience. we were really happy with the service and food and it just made my bfs bday that much more special and memorable.

    No good vegan options :(…read more I got the green salad and added avocado (paid extra just for 30% of an avocado) and extra dressing. Overpriced salad for sure. Also the outdoor seating was horrible. No umbrellas so we were melting under the hot sun the whole time. My friends enjoyed the fries but said the burger lacked veggies.

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    Little Bad Wolf - Bad Burger and a side of mac and cheese

    Little Bad Wolf

    4.4(2.6k reviews)
    14.2 miAndersonville, Edgewater
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    There's just something about a burger that actually lives up to the hype--and Little Bad Wolf does…read moreexactly that. Stacked unapologetically high, this burger is everything you want and more: juicy, perfectly seared patties layered with melty cheese, crispy bacon, and those golden, crunchy fried onions that take it completely over the top. Every bite is rich, savory, and just messy enough to remind you you're eating something seriously good. The toasted bun somehow holds it all together (barely), soaking up every bit of flavor without getting lost in the chaos. And then... the shoestring fries. Thin, crispy, golden perfection--light but addictive, with that ideal crunch that makes it impossible to stop at just one (or ten). They're the kind of fries you keep reaching for without even realizing it, especially dipped in that creamy, tangy sauce on the side. And let's not forget the drinks--just as good as the food. Refreshing, perfectly balanced, and the kind you sip slow while taking it all in (but somehow they disappear way too fast). It's not just a burger--it's one of Chicago's most iconic bites for a reason. Bold, indulgent, and absolutely worth every single napkin you'll need after. The ambiance inside is GORGEOUS!

    My husband and I walked in on a Sunday evening for dinner and were able to be seated right away…read more The atmosphere is dark and moody, and it made sense once I realized it was the same owners as Gretel. Loved the 90s female R&B playlist they had going! Little Bad Wolf has been on my list FOR YEARS to try the burger! My husband got the burger with fried onions and I got some Bao because those also looked delicious and were a popular menu item. Honestly the 3 stars are only that high because of the service. Our server was friendly and attentive + the food came out hot and quick. Unfortunately, the food was pretty disappointing. The burger was swimming in a puddle of grease and just picking it up made your hands greasy + was dripping grease. The fries that came with it were floppy, soggy, and sad...but at least warm? I personally wouldn't order this again. The Bao were better, but small for the price and honestly were just okay? It was nice they gave you sauces you could add, but I found the Bao's to already have enough sauce so I didn't need them. Overall I left feeling confused and disappointed. I don't feel the need to come back here - Little Bad Will was a one and done experience for me.

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    3.6(119 reviews)
    8.7 miRiver West, West Loop, Near West Side, West Town

    I have gotten this to go a few times but this was my first time eating there! My bf and I sat at…read morethe bar and had the best time! They have a ton of cocktails and they are very cool! We were able to chat with the general manager a bit and hear NADC story, it made me love this spot even more! I got a passion fruit drink with boba this was great! As we were chatting they mentioned an eggnog drink! I love eggnog so this was for me, and it was perfect! Such cool cocktails here, I had no idea!! We split the burger which was phenomenal. Even better eating it in person! I learned this is a pressed patty and not a smash burger. This is my favorite burger in the city! Such a cool vibe in here, very fun music and decor. I'm obsessed!

    I have heard good things about NADC and have been interested to try the burger. I thought there…read morewould be a lot of people so I was surprised that I walked in for lunch on Sunday and it wasn't busy, which was nice. My friend and I each ordered a burger and fries for ourselves. The NADC burger ($16) was decent, but it didn't blow my mind like people have raved about. I know it's not the original location which can play a part as well. What I really enjoyed and even finished my friend's were the fries. I love some good fries and these were top quality. You could taste the difference of the oil these fries were made in. They were nice and crispy and very good! I could keep eating them and would rather get the fries than the burger next time. I'd probably still get a burger since I need some meat and savory.

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