Uncle Ben&#x27;s Grill

One of the best burgers I've ever had. The bone marrow was really tasty too, I've never had it…read morebefore

Au mother Fugging Cheval -- A Burger That Actually Lives Up to the Hype…read more The Spot itself has major aura and swagger. Hard to describe but you just know you're at a very important place but that doesn't take itself too seriously. There are burgers that are good, burgers that are great, and then there's Au Cheval. I went in with pretty ridiculous expectations considering this place has been called one of the best burger spots in the world...and somehow, the burger still delivered. That's rare. The patties were insanely juicy and perfectly cooked, with that beautiful crispy, caramelized edge you want from a great griddle burger. The combination of the melted cheese, creamy sauce, onions, pickles and that ridiculously buttery brioche bun was borderline unfair. Rich, messy, salty, savory and completely indulgent in the best possible way. And that bun deserves its own mention. Soft enough to absorb all that glorious burger juice without completely falling apart. The whole thing is constructed like someone actually understands what makes a burger great. Is it the best burger I've ever had? I DONT FUCKING KNOW. but I completely understand why people put Au Cheval in the conversation for best burger in America, if not the world. The hype is real. This is a fucking burger. 9.7/10

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Crispy Fries & Potato Hash

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Wings (very sticky so they come with hot towels)

The Dearborn

4.4(2.8k reviews)

2.5 mi•The Loop

Had a reservation with two friends from out of town and had the pleasure of being with Vivian…read more Amazing service, so sweet and funny, very thoughtful. and we got free cookies! we got sat in a little private booth in the back, so quiet. will def come back again and again :)

WOW! We had such a great dinner at The Dearborn. The restaurant is lively, cheery with a fun…read moreatmosphere. Our server Melissa was great and checked on us regularly. We ordered a variety of dishes to share among 5 people. Do not miss the Parker House rolls! Holy warm baked buttery deliciousness. We also loved the Japanese curry poutine (which was a surprise!), the market salad and the gnocchi. We also tried several cocktails, including the Peaches, Peaches, Peaches, Peaches and the Spanish G&T.

1.5 mi•West Loop, Near West Side

$12 Martinis for Martini Mondays

New Spring Menu

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Spring desserts

Trivoli Tavern

4.5(1k reviews)

I've been wanting to try Tivoli Tavern for SO long! As everyone knows, getting a reservation here…read morecan be a struggle since people are seriously on their A-game the second reservations go live. We happened to already be in the city that day and somehow got lucky finding a reservation close to the time we were already nearby, so we knew we had to take our chance! The whole place is beautiful and has such a cozy, classic Chicago feel. I would absolutely come back, but next time I really want to sit outside because their outdoor patio is gorgeous. The staff was also super friendly and really helpful with recommendations throughout the night. We started with the warm Parker House rolls, which were so soft, fluffy, buttery, and delicious. Then we shared the vodka rigatoni, and the portion was definitely big enough for two people to split. So creamy, comforting, and really good. Of course we had to end with one of their classics, the sticky date cake, and OMG. Soooo good. Warm, rich, sweet, and the perfect way to finish dinner. Definitely worth finally checking off my list, and I'd happily come back again, especially for a patio night!

Trivoli Tavern was the perfect first stop in Chicago. Our flight was delayed, so we arrived late…read morefor our reservation and were already watching the clock because we had another reservation afterward. The host was incredibly accommodating, and once we sat down, the service was absolutely perfect - friendly, attentive, and FAST without ever making us feel rushed. We shared the skillet cornbread, baby artichoke gratin, truffle mafaldine, and mushroom casserole, along with Hugo Spritzes. Everything was delicious, and each person thought the next dish was the best, mind was the mushroom casserole! And the atmosphere might have been my favorite part. Walking down into the cobblestone alley and dining outside genuinely felt like we'd stumbled into one of those little alleyway restaurants in Rome rather than being in the middle of Chicago. Such a great vibe.

Gelato & sticky date cake

Butterfinger pie

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Chicken pot pie

Americano, Lincoln Park

3.6(160 reviews)

2.8 mi•Lincoln Park

Americano is such a great spot, and Pedro truly made the experience! The atmosphere is…read moreamazing--chill, welcoming, and the perfect place to grab a bite. The breakfast sandwich was delicious, and the croquettes were definitely a highlight. But Pedro really deserves a shoutout. He is such a light--so friendly, genuine, and incredibly down to earth. His service made us feel so welcome and taken care of without ever being overbearing. You can tell he genuinely enjoys what he does, and it makes such a difference. Great food, great atmosphere, and even better service. I'll definitely be back!

Went here for their daily happy hour which includes weekends, 4-6pm. Was happy with our drinks, the…read moreespresso martini was a highlight loved the little toasted marshmallow. Fries were also delicious and the 1$ oysters were a good deal, not the best oysters but for a dollar I was happy. Burger was also good. Staff were very nice and attentive. The host was sweet and sat us right was and our server was amazing. Constantly checking on us and was so friendly. Very cute vibe on the inside, nicely decorated a lot of seating. Honestly a little pricey but the happy hour made it worth it.

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Relaxing Weekday hang out

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The Perch

4.4(615 reviews)

Overall experience and ambience is a 4 star. Our service was great she was there when you needed…read moreher and gone when you didn't. The place was a mix of sport and classy could have a few more TV's where it matters but the place is buzzing and the food is good. No pics this time; phoned died ....next trip I got the bbq Salmon I wanted to sub the mashed cucumbers for mashed potatoes ended up getting both, mashed potatoes route imo. Purposefully didn't give cooking instructions but the Salmon came out cooked well done, just lacked a solid crust or glaze for being bbq. *has a star on the menu so order to your taste. Would definitely order again.

(4.15) ~ Very good neighborhood restaurant that is also a microbrewery…read more DRINKS: ** South Side (Irish Stout/Nitro) = (4.25) Very tasty ** Water (tap) = (4) very good, must be filtered;) * Coffee = (3.5) good FOOD: ** Cornbread = (4.25) Very tasty ** Filet Sliders = (4.25) Very good & you get three ** Prime Rib (medium-rare) = (4.25) Very good ** Mashed Potatoes = (4.25) Very good ** Lobster Deviled Eggs (see photo) = (4.15) Very creative ** Smashed Cucumbers (see photo) = (4.15) Very unique ** Cheese Curds = (4) very good ** Key Lime Pie = (4) very good ** Oreo ice Cream Sandwich (see photo) = (4) very good

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3.9(1.5k reviews)

•$$$

VICTOR JR. was amazing!!! He has such a good soul and energy to him! He made our night so awesome…read moreand we will definitely be back

I went to River Roast for lunch and ordered the famous half chicken. First of all, the ambiance was…read moreabsolutely stunning ,beautiful space, great atmosphere, and definitely a 10/10 in that department! I was really excited to try the famous chicken, and while it wasn't bad, it just wasn't quite what I was hoping for. I'm someone who loves big, bold flavors, and the chicken was pretty simple and not particularly flavorful. I was expecting some kind of gravy, sauce, or something to really elevate it, especially since it's one of their signature dishes. That said, the chicken was good for what it was, and the potatoes were actually my favorite part! They were fried rather than the typical diced potatoes you usually get, which made them crispy and a little more interesting. Overall, I'd definitely come back for the atmosphere and would be interested in trying some of their other dishes -- the chicken just wasn't quite my jam.

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Gretel

4.5(478 reviews)

2.2 mi•Logan Square

This is my third time at Gretel and the food was even better than I remembered it! We came around…read more5pm on a Sunday and there was only about a 10 minute wait. They sat us downstairs. I had only sat upstairs at the bar and outside, so I was happy we were able to see the downstairs. It's very intimate down there with only a few tables, while the upstairs is a lot more of a lively bar atmosphere. Service was good and fast. They are known for their burger but I am not a huge burger fan. Their other food is amazing though! Even my boyfriend who loves burgers agreed that the chicken sandwich was one of the best and maybe even better than the burger. Definitely get the mac & cheese, chicken sandwich, and french onion soup. The french onion soup was super cheesy and the mac & cheese was so creamy and perfect. Typically I don't like bacon in mac & cheese, but I love that they don't overdo it here where it overpowers the entire dish. It was only some tiny pieces of bacon just for the flavor.

Came for the burger, but stayed for the drinks. Maybe I chose a bad night, but I thought the burger…read morewas disappointing based on its hype and Gretel's reputation. Hands down, the saltiest burger I ever had in Chicago. At least, they were generous with the fries. Laidback vibes and cool space, I would come back to try the other cocktails on the menu with friends.

2.2 mi•River North, Near North Side

Flowers

Outstanding butter & brine oysters from portsmouth maine

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No Vacancy

4.5(181 reviews)

Been a couple times and it's a nice bar in the area. Drinks are pricey but strong, service is…read morefriendly and I hear the food is fantastic but have yet to have any. I'd come back for sure. I'll update when I try the food.

If you're coming here for drinks, it's probably a great vibe, but if you're coming for food, I…read morewould recommend elsewhere. I want to preface my review with the positives, Londyn was our server & was truly so kind, thorough, and friendly. The restaurant itself is clean & all tables have clear views of the TVs on game days. Now for the room for improvement- the food was very underwhelming. Being from the Chicago area previously, I regularly advocate for the Chicago food scene, and this unfortunately did not meet those standards. We ordered the Brussels sprouts, buffalo cauliflower, wings, and sesame ginger salad: -Brussel sprouts: tasted like they weren't seasoned just air fried and drenched in balsamic dressing -Buffalo cauliflower: soggy, unseasoned, runny buffalo sauce -Wings: PERFECTLY CRISPY, but no flavor (we ordered lemon pepper & buffalo) -Sesame ginger salad: sloppy mix of vegetables tossed in an overly sweet sauce with no sesame or ginger flavor in sight If you're not going to eat, this is probably a great spot, but from a food standpoint, there is room for improvement.

1.6 mi•West Loop, Near West Side

Blackened Fresh Florida Grouper Sandwich

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Girl & The Goat

4.4(10.7k reviews)

•$$$

Girl & the Goat absolutely lived up to the hype - so much so that we went twice…read more Our first night, Luis greeted us and immediately jumped in because our server, Chloe, was tied up at another table. Once Chloe took over, we were shocked when we found out she'd only started TWO DAYS earlier. She was AMAZING. Knowledgeable, confident, attentive and genuinely fun. Huge shoutout to both Chloe and Girl & the Goat's training program, because if that's what two days in looks like, they're doing something very right. We shared the green beans, goat empanadas, pork shank and chicken dish, and loved everything. We told Chloe we'd be back for dessert -- and we actually kept our promise! Unfortunately she wasn't working when we returned, but Jake took great care of us and was amazing too. We came specifically for When Life Gives You Blueberries and the Chocolate Basil Brownie Bash, and both were superb.

The ambience is beautiful. All of our plates were scraped clean amazing experience.I'm…read more The food came out in a timely manner, one right after the other in unison the team worked really well together, and you can tell by the experience that was given

6.4 mi•Andersonville, Edgewater

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Little Bad Wolf

4.4(2.6k reviews)

Food is always great. Service is usually good. Ambiance is unique - very sultry with low light but…read moredoes have loud music and a lot of ambient noise. Good for a romantic date night.

Nestled on a corner in Andersonville, Little Bad Wolf is a charming restaurant with a large bar…read moremenu and delicious, heavy bites. There is outdoor seating under a pergola lined with semi-private planters, while the inside features a bar, high tops, low tops, and large booths. The music was upbeat, giving the space an elevated lounge vibe that pairs really well with the upholstered booths and vintage industrial design. I ordered the Wolf Burger, which is a whopping three-patty burger. That first bite was juicy and pure bliss--a total explosion of great flavors. It was a little messy (like all burgers with an egg), but the extra liquid was perfect for balancing the density of such a meaty burger. The soft bun soaked in a lot of those juices with each bite, intensifying the flavor as I ate more. The fries were thin and on the greasier side--not my personal favorite, but they worked alright as a vehicle for the sauce. Speaking of which, the chili aioli served with the fries was fantastic. We also got the mac and cheese, which hit a great balance between rich and creamy without feeling excessively wet. The boat it came in was a bit small, making it a little messy to scoop out with the serving spoon, but it was soooo good. Overall, it is absolutely a fantastic neighborhood place for comfort food and drinks with friends in a great space!

Fresh flowers

Shrimp Tacos

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Bad Burger with fried onion strings

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Rudy S.

1 year ago

Uncle Ben's Grill is the kind of spot that makes you wanna roll outta bed and treat yourself right. I went in hungry and left in a food coma after smashing their Corned Beef Hash Skillet and Thick French Toast with two eggs over easy--a combo that hits every craving. The skillet was stacked: crispy hash browns, salty corned beef, melty cheddar, and two eggs with yolks so runny they should've come with a warning. Then that French toast? Thick-cut, golden, and fluffy with just the right crunch on the edges--dipped it in syrup and those eggs like it was my job. Whole meal ran me about $20, and honestly, I'd pay double for that kind of comfort. Uncle Ben's is pure Chicago diner vibes--no frills, just good eats and good people. If you know, you know. read more

Susie F.

19 years ago

This might be the worst eating establishment in the city. The first and only time I came here for lunch, a person who appeared to be an exterminator sprayed between the counter and floor while I as I ate five feet away. Need I say more? read more

TyeElle L.

5 years ago

Absolutely amazing from the time we walked in to the food. Will definitely return here

Tony A.

Elite 8

485

112

18 years ago

Great food! Great service.....Friendly staff.....love this place!

Jake M.

4 years ago

One of the best skillets I've ever had. So good.

Uncle Ben's Grill - tradamerican - Updated August 2026

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