I've been wanting to try Small Cheval for a minute, so since I was already nearby and hungry we decided to stop in. The place was actually pretty empty when we got there, which was nice honestly. Chill atmosphere, good music, good energy... pretty much what you'd expect around Wrigleyville. The staff was super friendly right away too. I ordered the signature double cheeseburger with the golden fries and garlic aioli. Food came out really fast. The fries were SUPER hot, which for me is always a good sign. Crispy outside, soft inside, and the garlic aioli made them even better. But the burger was the star for sure. The meat was really tender and juicy with that perfect smashed burger edge where it gets a little crispy around the outside. You could actually taste the seasoning in the beef instead of it just tasting greasy. The cheese was melted perfectly into the patties and mixed so well with the grilled onions and pickles. The dijonnaise added this creamy tangy flavor that tied everything together without overpowering the burger. Overall just a really solid burger spot. Glad I finally tried it. read more

Small Cheval- Wrigleyville - Signature Double Cheeseburger - Burgers Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Unfortunately with the latest changes, the restaurant is no longer as inviting. If I wanted quick service and not table service I would have went to one of the fast food restaurants in the neighborhood. When ordering food the person taking our order said if we sat at the bar the bartender would bring us our food. Yet I had to go fetch our food. I've been hoping the vibe would improve but it hasn't. I used to love coming to this place. The food was decent. The service and staff used to be friendly and amazing. If you want a neighborhood feel, this place isn't it, as they've converted it to a corporate quick serve restaurant like all the chain restaurants. read more

wake up and smell the Small Cheval - we all know that Americans love a classic burger wrapped up in red and white checkered paper, served piping hot with grease stains - now take that and make the burger actually good quality. a layer of grilled onion bits, a dash of dijonaisse, and pickles. - i got the classic hamburger which came with double patty's. both were warm and full of flavor without chunks of random vegetables throughout the patty. it wasn't too meaty to be alarming or chewy but not too crisp to lack the indulgent bite of a burger. - sauce ratio was weaker than i expected especially for a burger place flaunting their homemade burger sauce. only other complaint is they only have ketchup packets like cmon it doesn't ruin the aesthetic to have a dispenser for proper portions and Mother Earth read more

Small Cheval- Wrigleyville - Signature Double Hamburger - Burgers Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Yeahhhh....got my order to go. Pretty disorganized in there. Unfortunately the burgers were burnt, and lacking in ingredients (see my lack of pickles). I wouldn't be so picky and critical but for the amount of money this costs, this should be one of the best burgers I've ever eaten. Meh. read more

Small Cheval- Wrigleyville - Signature Double Cheeseburger - Burgers Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

I have been a fan of Au Cheval for a while and was happy at the thought of Small Cheval opening down the street from Alamo Drafthouse, thinking it would be great place to stop for dinner before a movie. I was happy to see that there was a full bar and that they did serve prosecco, so that was a good start. You order at the counter for the food and adult beverages are ordered from the bar. I thought the space was on the small side, but after reading reviews from folks who have been to other locations, this is considered a large space. The Queen and I ordered our burgers and got fries, which came to a total of $48 for some reason. I was not looking at the menu, just ordering like I usually do as I was not expecting to pay almost $50 for burger and fries. The food was hot and good, but truth be told, me and The Queen said next time we will hit Billy Goats as that is good value and we love those burgers. For the overall quality, the taste did not justify the price. The bartender was really nice. As it was my first time at this location, I didn't know that there was a station where you could get water. I asked the bartender for two glasses of water and he got them with no questions asked. It wasn't until I asked for the water that I saw the sign at the station about water. I apologized to the bartender but he was super sweet about the whole thing, so I tipped him well. I have been back a couple of time for a drink while waiting on the 22 Clark bus, so it is good for that. read more

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Quick, easy, delicious and affordable! My sister and I stopped by here before a Cubs game and we enjoyed it. It's order at the counter then pick up when ready so nothing too fancy or special. The burger was overall pretty good. We did not go to the rooftop area because it was a bit cold. There was pretty of seating inside which I was surprised by because it was right before a game. I would stop by again before a cubs game! read more

This was my burger with all the condiments - advertised as grilled onions and pickles. With a magnifying glass you just might be able to see them! Are you kidding me? Skip this place. Does not live up to the hype. Go to Wieners Circle! read more

Respectable pre-game Burger spot before heading into Wrigley. Staff was helpful and service was fast. Burger could have been a bit warmer but overall very tasty! Cool bar area with great draft beer selection. Pro Tip: 2nd level had additional seating with good views of Clark street below. Fun on a game day! read more

Small Cheval- Wrigleyville - Burgers Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

We were in the area and was looking for a late evening fast option for food. Even though this is not one of my favorite Cheval's we thought we would give it another try. Since we were last here they changed and no longer has table service. You order at the counter and handed a buzzer . Food was ready relatively quick. They do not offer ketchup in bottles anymore, just packets. The burger was good, but the bun was not fresh. Interestingly I had the same thoughts 2 years ago!! We also had fries, they were very salty and the garlic aioli is in a smaller container that previously. The experience is not representative of Au Cheval the lack of customers on a Sunday evening maybe be indicative of the experience. read more

I read recently that according to something (Yelp, I think) Au Cheval (the OG) has the second best burger in the US. This is one of the reasons it is always bustling, and unless you're going alone and lucky enough to snag a bar seat, a long wait is in your future. Though, I heard in passing that Small Cheval is just as good, only without the wait. "I'll be the judge of that!" I thought, and stopped in. The vibe is bright, and reminds me of the Original. It was surprisingly large inside, to the point where I was thinking "this is 'small'?!" It rhymes though! I took a seat and ordered a Signature Double Cheeseburger with fries, and the food came out in less than five minutes. Let's start with the fries: I love that as opposed to Big Cheval, the portions is appropriate for one person. These were hot and fresh out of the fryer (no lamps), The fries were also cooked and seasoned to heavenly perfection. Pleasant aioli too. Now let's talk about the burger... There is an element at the original location that I can only describe as "Gluttonousness". You bite into the thing and can just tell "this is as unhealthy as it is real!" The Small Cheval burger was delicious on its own, but still stands in the shadows of its parent. Credit where credit is due: the beef was high quality and seasoned - I'd even say it was heavy-handed in the salt. One more thing: here, a double is two patties, unlike the originals double meaning three! Finally, even with a Wrigleyville location, the prices are very reasonable and amount to a great value. Thus, while there isn't as much "wow!" factor as the original, Small Cheval still delivers an extremely respectable burger, that while not at the level of the OG is a good homage to its genesis. read more

Small Cheval- Wrigleyville - Signature Double - Burgers Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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We came here for dinner on a whim (and luckily not on a Cubs game night) and had a great experience. On a hot summer day, they had had great air conditioning, clean + quiet space, and no line. We sat towards the back of the first floor where they have 1 tv (with baseball on) with regular seating instead of just high tops and stools. (Which is way better for the kiddos.) The staff was friendly and helpful, per usual. The food was great, the same quality we expect from Small Cheval - the cheeseburger, golden fries, chocolate shake, and strawberry shake is our normal order and it was all quickly gobbled. We were intrigued by the weekly shake (birthday cake shake) but stuck with our normal order. The only hold up was that it seems to get a ton of delivery orders so I thought our food would come out super fast and it took a normal amount of time. All in all, this is a great Small Cheval location and I highly recommend it if you are looking for quick good food! read more

Burger is pretty average and nothing to brag about and the fries are fucking dogshit.

We used to LOVE this place. It was our go to after Cubs games. We won't be coming back with the changes they've made. For the price you pay here, the least they could do is bring your food out to your table, instead of making you stand at the counter for it...Culver's does that and they're half the price! Food quality has gone down too. They've changed the fries and they're terrible compared to the old ones. read more

Small Cheval- Wrigleyville - Burgers Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

I didn't see the Wagyu Cheeseburger on this visit. Maybe it was a summer special? So, I got the standard cheeseburger...medium rare with fries and a coke. There was too much soda water and not enough coke syrup. I just told myself that less sugar was better for my health. haha Service was good as usual. It was a quiet Sunday afternoon which was nice on the noise level. Next time I'll try the Pastrami Burger! read more

I was in town and took my son to a day game at Wrigley. It doesn't get any better than that. Walked around to several places before finding Small Cheval right next to the stadium. Great burgers at a great price. And a good selection of local beers. Both me and my son really enjoyed it. read more

Convenient location as you are coming into Wrigley. I went with the "famous" (I think they just started selling this?) chicken sandwich which was plain, but good. Chicken had a nice crisp and flavor. read more

The burgers and fries were fine, but the bun was stale. We paid extra for truffle cheese, but we didn't realize they didn't put it in our bag until after we got home. Overall there are probably better burger spots in the area. read more

Very simple menu. Burger, fries, wings, and a bar. Service was fast. Space was not fancy but very nice. Upstairs has small private dinning area which was really nice. Husband and I came in on Saturday night around 6. Plenty of seating. Seat yourself. read more

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Best burger I've ever had. It was very late, before closing, so I am giving grace on service. Was handed the incorrect order, everyone seems rushed and short. It didn't jeopardize the flavor or quality. Well seasoned great balance of flavors and the fries were crispy! Very clean and organized inside. read more

Small Cheval- Wrigleyville - Burgers Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Alright - it's time we address the elephant in the room. We've all heard the rumors that small cheval has gone downhill since expanding. I'm sure if that's true OR if it's just that so many other amazing burger places have opened up more recently, but the meal we had at this location wasn't **quite** as fantastic as usual. The burgers just weren't as mouthwateringly delicious as they usually are. They also weren't served super hot - which considering how slow this place was on this particular day, that's not ok. I was pleasantly surprised to see that this Wrigleyville location has a full bar unlike other locations - I'm used to doing a boozy shake as the primary option, usually! And for the biggest surprise of all... this place is gigantic! I hope they improve and get back up to par because I would like to see them continue to succeed and fill this huge location, even in the cubs off-season! read more

Horrible. Burger was cold and it was served on a super thick bun. Service was a bit slow and the place was EMPTY. My friend sent hers back because it was too cold and the new one came out in less than a minute and it was also cold. This made us think maybe the patties are premade but they didn't even bother to heat them up. Would never come back. read more

Small Cheval- Wrigleyville - Single deluxe - Burgers Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Cheval had been on my list of places to try since I don't know how long. So I had the opportunity to try it when I was doing a Bar Crawl. I knew I wouldn't get the chance to try it again so I gave it a try. It was late and we got there right as they closed and I really hate to do that but I didn't know what else I could grab to eat. Even though I came in close to close the staff was very nice and friendly. I ordered a Double Cheeseburger with No Onions or Pickles and fries. They told us about 15-20 mins. I ate most of my fries on the way home which were okay not anything to write home about but the burger was everything especially the sauce. One of my burgers was medium and the other was well done. I would have preferred them both be well done and my friend forgot to mention to me that Cheval cooks their burgers medium unless asked. Overall, I think that the food was good, Pricing was okay, and the service was excellent and would I be back. I've already been back because I had to see if it lived up to me having it cooked the way I liked and I can say it did! read more

Flavorful and juicy burger, fast service, clean establishment. Compared to in&out it's quite pricey for just the burger but since we don't have in&out in the midwest this is a good alternative. read more

Small Cheval- Wrigleyville - Signature Double Cheeseburger - Burgers Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

I am so happy that Small Cheval has made their debut in Wrigleyville. I have loved their Old Town and Wicker Park location so it is nice to have one further North. This location is massive in comparison to the other two I have been to. They have enough seating that could easily accommodate large crowds of people during a busy Cubs season. During my visit I was able to easily find a seat at the bar but I had a lot of options to sit at a table. You seat yourself and use the QR code at the table to order your food. That helped to keep things moving quickly. If you seat at the bar the bartender can also take your order. I liked that you were able to get your drinks quicker. They have a ton of TVs for the folks that want to stay up-to-date on the various games taking place. I ordered the single cheeseburger along with fries to keep things simple. The restaurant was busy so the food took a little longer to come out but they brought out several orders at the same time so I assume a lot of it is made in larger batches. The burger was delicious but it gave very much White Castle patty size. The burger felt a little paper thin and it was mostly bun. I know Small Cheval is known to pricey since you buy everything à la carte but the burger felt thinner. They did give a fair amount of fries so it helped to make up for the thin burger. I will definitely come back but I will probably upgrade to the double cheeseburger! read more

Small Cheval- Wrigleyville - Burgers Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

I had never tried and Au Cheval burger even after all the people I heard raving about it. The Small Cheval Wrigleyville spot on Clark St. is large and modern with tables and all stools throughout. Nice enough decor. I tried the Signature Double Cheeseburger and some fries. It was good, I mean not earth shattering but decent. I assume it was the same recipe as the mother ship Randolph St. store? I can think of some better neighborhood spots but for the price with was fair it was a good cheeseburger. Two thin quality beef patties topped with their special sauce and good sized. The fries were standard but thankfully not greasy at all. So I guess I was over hyped on what it was supposed to be. I expected a burger from the burger gods. I wants let down through. It did the job as i was hungry. I almost had no pictures to share as was hungry and ready to pounce on the burger. But I got hold of myself and snapped one. read more

Small Cheval- Wrigleyville - Burgers Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Service is non existent. Watched 3 people stare at us when we walked in. After 10 minutes of sitting down they were still staring at us. So then they stared at us leaving. read more

So cool having Small Cheval in Wrigleyville! I love what they did with the space -- really fun vintage diner vibes downstairs, and then the upper level has a huge bar and outdoor patio for when the weathers nice! Ordering takes place on an app, but the 'servers' who are more of food runners were extremely friendly and still checked on us regularly which was nice. Everything was easy to use and figure out! The burger is delicious and flavorful. Definitely a stripped down version from the iconic Au Cheval, but a tasty burger nonetheless. I also ordered a root beer float -- so yummy! And they give you the remaining bottle of root beer to top your float off with or drink alongside. Since it is more of an informal dining experience, you can be in and out pretty quick, making it a great spot to go pre-game for a quick bite. With the proximity to Wrigley though, the prices are pretty steep. Overall, solid experience! read more

Small Cheval- Wrigleyville - a view of a restaurant - Burgers Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

We enjoyed a quick dinner at Small Cheval prior to a Cubs game. My daughter said that they're the best burgers in the city. We walked in and selected a table, before ordering via QR code. That wasn't a problem for us, but we noticed some other people needing assistance to order. Might be an issue if they're super busy. We both selected the single cheeseburger and split an order of fries. The aioli dipping sauce with the fries was amazing! The burger was also very good, however if I were to eat there again, I would order a double cheeseburger, as the patties are pretty thin. I particularly enjoyed the dijonaise on the burger - very unique! My daughter had a chocolate milkshake, while I enjoyed a beer. All in all, a good experience before we headed off to the game! read more

Small Cheval- Wrigleyville - Single cheeseburger & fries. Loved the aioli dipping sauce for the fries! - Burgers Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Wow the burgers were amazing! Go for the pastrami from green street it was so moist. Our Server was very kind and knew the menu and what to get. Def get two bowls of fries for the table cause that garlic dip was excellent. Happy we came here not during the game cause it was not so loud and we got a table very easily. read more

Small Cheval- Wrigleyville - Pastrami burger - Burgers Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Au Chevals smaller brother, this is a great alternative to the busier more expensive brother. For ten bucks, it's a great burger that's a good middle ground between a greasy fast food and top tier gourmet burger. So if you're looking for a slightly elevated experience but still "fast" come here for a quick bite. Or hang out for a casual date. The place is like a swanky diner almost with tons of lights and dark wooden all around. It's quite a gorgeous venue with an even better looking upstairs. So don't forget to check up there if you're looking for a better view Food: 8/10 Service: 6/10 Atmosphere: 8/10 Value: 8/10 read more

Small Cheval- Wrigleyville - Burgers Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Ordered easily online just before a Cubs game was starting. The place was packed. Got my tenders to go. Love that all their fryers are gluten free. read more

Hello Wrigleyville Small Cheval! Dad and I were going to our first Cubs game in 15 YEARS (!) and decided to stop for our favorite burger on the way to the game! Service was fast and friendly! The food- as always- was excellent! I love the nods to the cubs hidden around the space combined with Small Cheval's classic retro style! I would absolutely recommend this to anyone who is looking for a classic eat before the big game! read more

Small Cheval- Wrigleyville - Game day! - Burgers Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Service: seat yourself and order via QR code to the table. Easy enough. Waitstaff served drinks fairly quick. Food came out within ten min of ordering Ambiance: Monday around 6p with Cubs out of town and no big events. There were only a couple people in the restaurant- maybe 10 tops. Decor is nice- sort of that mid century modern + 70's look everyone is trying to resurrect (GG's Chicken and Little Goat Diner come to mind). Food: every visit I've made to any of the Cheval spots prior to this occasion, I would've rated the burgers a resounding "alright." I will say, this time around, I took more liberties with how I wanted the burger prepared (since it was order through the phone and I could take my time and be particular) and I have to say, it was phenomenal. The ingredients were fresh and everything was just flat out delicious. I plan on being back and trying it again- just to see if it's a fluke- but I left quite pleasantly surprised. read more

Small Cheval- Wrigleyville - Well done fries - Burgers Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Came by after checking out the stadium and grabbed some food and drinks. The classic cheeseburger was alright, a tad too salty for my taste. The shoestring fries were FANTASTIC, perfectly crispy and the garlic aioli was fire! I love that you can order and pay at your table via ToastTab! Our server was super nice as well. read more

Small Cheval- Wrigleyville - Inside - Burgers Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

If you've been to a SC before you'll know what to expect at the Wrigleyville location. And that's a good thing! The menu is similar to others in that there's not much more than burgers, fries and shakes...but this place has booze! Service was super friendly, helpful and attentive. 30% minimum tip types of staff (no I don't work here). The interior is essentially the same setup as Maddon Post besides minor decor changes. Makes me wonder why they took so long to open haha In all seriousness another solid addition to the Wrigleyplex or Rickettsville. read more

Small Cheval- Wrigleyville - Double with fries - Burgers Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Food was great, my burger was definitely worth its price. The atmosphere also is really great, feels like a place you can just sit, eat and have a nice conversation with your friends in. However, my brother ordered a cheese burger with only onions added to it and nothing else. He gets his first burger no onions, no pickles on its receipt on the box. Somehow still has pickles on it. Then he asked for it to remade since he hates pickles. Comes out again but now still no onion, no pickle, a large amount of sauce. Asked for it to be remade again, now has onion, however it's the first burger with pickles taken off so you can still taste them. The bottom bun was even semi-green from the pickles juice. For the price of the burger you would expect it to not be difficult to order a cheese burger with only onions. read more

Good food and fast service especially during the Cubs game. We had the cheeseburger and chicken tenders. I believe I like the chicken is better than the burger. lol read more

Best burgers in the region; quick, crazy delicious & in close proximity to Wrigley Field; it's right smack dab - there. Oh! Way cheaper than ball park prices. read more

Customer service is not the best. Cashier is very dry, not welcoming. Bar tender is very judgy. Asked him for a drink and he questioned why I ordered it when I already have a lemonade. To be fair it's not your business. I'm paying for something so give me what I asked for. Get a better bartender to sell more business, and bring customers in. Don't recommend. Fries are also very salty. read more

I used to love this Small Cheval location! It was one of the only full service locations they had (other than the original Au Cheval). I used to make the trip to this location because it was full service. Now they have made it "drive by" style, no servers, order at the counter or bar, no refillable fountain drinks (yet still paying the same price for a can). The ambience is honestly ruined a bit. Unfortunately I will not be coming back to this location due to the changes. The food is still the same it seems otherwise. It's sad to see a favorite restaurant change for the worse. read more