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    Salt Burgers + Fries

    4.0 (215 reviews)
    ModerateBurgers, Fast Food
    Closed 11:00 am - 10:00 pm

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    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Dogs allowed
    Good for groups

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    Maronda H.

    My first and last time eating at Salt Burgers & Fries. There are way more better Burger joints. I'm not sure way its being compared to In & Out Burger. There were only 2 workers behind the counter trying to run the show. Taking orders, cooking and cleaning. Just alot going on for just 2 workers. You have to place your ordered and pay on a screen. I placed my ordered and waited seemed like forever to get my food. When I did get my order i was handed the wrong order. I had to wait another 10 minutes. Finally get my ordered and my fries tasted like they dumped in salt. I guess that's why this place is named Salt Burgers & Fries. My burger was greasy and sloppy made. The flavors just weren't there for me and I could barely taste the special sauce on my burgers. I really should of asked for a refund. The food and service really deserved a negative start.

    Single patty and ghost Fuego Fries
    Khadijah H.

    Tried SALT for the first time this weekend! I really like the simplicity of the concept. Not all burgers need 100+ toppings or add ons. The prices are moderate/ affordable for today's economy. Please note all things are à la carte. I paid about $11 and some change for a single patty burger and fuego fries. Not bad - I've paid way more for less. I liked the seasoning of the burger. The special sauce is some similar to that of a Big Mac. While this burger wasn't super amazing, I like it because it's fresh and good quality for a decent price. Fast yet respectful customer service. Can't ask for more.

    Salt Fries
    Anna T.

    Love this spot, very very similar to in and out if you are a in and out lover! We ordered pickup and it was quick! I got the salt fries which were amazing! Better than in and out, very flavorful! I then got a double double- I added hot pepper which they did forget and I didn't notice til I was home. The flavor and the patty were great! I also love that you can get it wrapped in lettuce instead of a bun! The lettuce was pretty soggy though- I think it needs to be a bigger crisp piece! Overall this is a great fix if you love in and out!

    Impossible Cheeseburger with extra hot pepper
    Jill G.

    Fast food done right. You order at a kiosk. Fries & onion rings were perfect. The impossible burger was so good. Cooked smash burger style. I ordered hot peppers & they were hard to find them. Would have been better with more. Get your own pop with refills. The place was busy, not much ambiance, could have been cleaned more, but they were hopping. I'll be back for my impossible burger fix.

    Hamburger
    Larry H.

    Food is what you would expect by walking in and ordering from a counter or kiosk. Burger was decent. Fries were good and onion rings were really good. It was quick and made to order. Really busy for a week night. I will be back if I am craving a quick burger and don't have a lot of time.

    Salt Fries
    Crystal C.

    Nice, simple, satisfying burgers. The salt fries are a fun twist, kind of like animal fries from In N Out, though I do wish they were a bit crispier. The fuego onion rings are so good and might honestly be my new favorite anywhere. The space can get busy, and it took a while to find a seat, but overall it was definitely worth the visit.

    Single
    Natalie L.

    Solid fast food option. Burger was flavorful and grilled onions really made it. Minor thing: pickles needed more crunch.

    Fuego Onion Rings
    Janae T.

    Salt was inside a building with a cream puff place. There menu was simple, a patty or two figure out your topping with peppers or not (which was different) and the sides which was fries or onion rings and something to drink. I ordered the single patty with the peppers on it and my boo ordered the two patties with peppers and we ordered ghost pepper flavored onion rings. The burgers were like smash burgers and they were sooooo good the taste of the burger itself with the toppings AND the peppers gave it another flavor and an added spice *chefs kiss*. The onion rings were super hot because of the ghost pepper so I could only eat one but they were still good. 10/10 Highly Recommend

    Triple Cheese no Pickles
    Darnell S.

    Nice little spot, shared with another business didn't look not gone lie I was too excited for these burgers. You can order up from or at the kiosk. You have the option of burgers OR fries... Plus a drink no complaints here. I ordered up front with a Triple Smash burger no pickles, comes with lettuce grilled onions and tomatos with their sauce. One of the best burgers I've had in my life flavorful Patty's, soft bun, fresh toppings. Everything just clicked. Now I did order the Salt fries but didn't get a picture or taste of them because the burger knocked my down. Highly recommend this spot on your visit to Chicago.

    Menu
    Marc M.

    Really tasty burgers here. They squash the patty and crisp the edges slightly. This is definitely the way. Super simple menu means they know what they're doing. I got the SALT fries which have sauce on them. I'd probably stick to regular fries as they were a little soggy. Still good though if that's how you want them.

    Michelle C.

    This grab & go type of restaurant has a relaxed vibe and it's also shared with Beard Papa's dessert spot. The burger was rich and oily in the best way. I loved how soft the bun was and the patty to bun ratio was perfect. Their salt fries reminded me of animal fries from in n out. They're just as good as the burger.

    Impossible burger, fountain drink, and cheese fries
    Robert S.

    The food was ok, but this is NOT anywhere close to In-N-Out. Maybe just a couple bucks more than it was worth, but every fast food place is trying to charge $15 for a hamburger & soda these days. It's a nice restaurant--clean, no frills interior, decent heat for a cold day in winter, and the guys behind the counter were pretty quick. They share the space with Beard Papa's. Ordering is by kiosk, so be careful when choosing things. The cheese fries aren't worth the extra dollar+, but the Salt fries are.

    Jr Cheeseburger Single with hot peppers
    Edward B.

    Salt provides what I would describe as an upgraded fast foot experience. Their smash burger is good, but not exceptional. I'd recommend if you want a step up from a Wendy's or Burger King. Service was fast although the spot was crowded. The ordering is automated through a kiosk and their menu is very small, so it was easy to navigate.

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    The hamburgers and cheese fries are good. Fast and friendly service. Restaurant is noisy.

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    Solid burgers and a good price, beware the hot onion rings they're not kidding lol, coffee shop attached is also nice

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    Johnnie's Beef is known. It has a reputation. One that it upholds with every hot dog and beef…read moresandwich they serve. You've undoubtedly heard the rumors and they are true! Choosing an "off" night (example: a weeknight) or during a less-than-ideal time (example: during a snowstorm) will give you the quickest experience for Johnnie's as the line can get LONG and parking is terrible (tiny lot). Note: this was my second visit as my first attempt, on Father's Day 2025, was a magnificent bust. We had no line and plenty of seating this time! They have a big menu, but save the cute stuff for a follow-up visit and get a beef (& hot dog is really hungry). Do yourself a favor and get an Italian Ice too, time of year is irrelevant. You can thank me after your tastebuds recover from being overwhelmed. Is the food THAT much better than other spots, you ask? Not handedly, no. But the whole experience, especially if you wait in line (in the sun as there is zero shade), is what makes this place great. It really is a delightful Chicago experience. Put Johnnie's at the top of your list this summer, plan accordingly, and ENJOY!

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