50 Best Burger Restaurants in Chicago

“The dishes, especially the starter street corn dip, are fantastic and truly set the tone for a wonderful meal. Our server Kevin is doing an outstanding job. His exceptional service enhances the experience, perfectly complementing the delicious food.“

“Great service. Perfect for an easy dinner on their patio.“

“The best food !!!Thank you guy.“

“YASSSSSSS! Perfect cocktails, delicious! 🍸amazing service!“

“The cheeseburger and fries were amazing, fast, and cheap ($7 is unheard of these days). Be warned there is not indoor seating and the outdoor seating is located directly under the train tracks so it is deafeningly loud, but earplugs are offered!“

“Been to almost every location. The newest location in Wrigleyville has some great drink specials. The burgers are always fantastic. 🍺🍔“

“Hands down, got to be one of the best burgers locally. The joint is right by Tree House Records and I finally stopped by. Definitely recommend the Charly’s Fries. This is loaded!“

“Great food! Even better service! Shout out to Lynn, she was absolutely a delight! Helped me out with my order. I was overwhelmed by the choices and she helped me narrow them down. I got to admit, while I was dilly dallying she didn’t even rush me and encouraged me to follow my heart! Such a good vibe. Left with a bag full of good food and a beaming smile on my face!“

“Nice quiet steakhouse with good service and great staff“

“10/10. Honestly food was decent, the atmosphere was fun but Safari Barbie made this experience for me. She was such a good sport and completely delightful in the most undelightful way (it’s their Shtick). But if you come here I highly recommend you ask for her!“

“One of the best burgers I have ever had!“

“Absolutely Perfect Night at Oliver's

Everything about our experience at Oliver's was amazing and absolutely worth it. Here’s what stood out:

Drinks: The Oliver’s Martini is an absolute must-try – and trust me, upgrading to the caviar olives is a game changer. The Espresso Martini was another standout, and the Old Fashioned was perfectly crafted.

Food: Every bite was a delight. The bread and crispy artichokes were the perfect start. For mains, the scallops and burger were nothing short of top tier – flavorful, perfectly cooked, and absolutely satisfying.

Dessert: We couldn’t resist diving into two options – the Key Lime Cheesecake and the Salted Caramel. Both were exceptional, and we’re already looking forward to trying more on our next visit.

In summary, Oliver’s delivered on every level – incredible drinks, standout dishes, and desserts that leave you wanting more. We can’t wait to return!“

“Don't believe the hype.
Hamburgers are pretty good.
Fries are undercooked. (No crunchies)
Hot dogs are outright bad.
Shrimp are ok.
Location was old and outdated.
Soda machine was broken
Staff were courteous, but cold and disinterested.

Ok....I originally scored a 3, but revised to a 4. A large part of my disappointment is because of how hyped this place was on Reddit.
There are better places. Hell, portillo's is significantly better.
But they aren't "3" bad. Just not worth the effort.“

“We came here for the burgers which we both agreed were delicious but the pumpkin shake was amazing.“

“This burger joint is a must-visit for late-night cravings! After driving past it countless times, I finally stopped in, and I can’t believe what I’ve been missing. As Chicagoans, we know a great burger beats deep-dish pizza any day, and this place did not disappoint. The meat was juicy, tender, and packed with flavor, and the fry sauce was a delicious bonus. I’ll definitely be coming back sooner rather than later!“

“Everything was amazing! So happy we picked this spot for lunch!“

“Great Food.kid friendly very clean place.“

“My friend and I came here for the first time and all aspects of the experience surpassed our expectations!!! The food was so good, and the service was even better. Phil, the manager, really made us feel valued as new customers, he even complimented my pink comfy :) We look forward to making this one of our regular spots!!“

“The best beef polishes ever. I'm looking for the new location. I'm not satisfied and i wont settle for any other.“

“Fast friendly service and such delicious food. Highly recommended for a great burger and fries.“

“Oh my my.....definitely an excellent Smashie burger....massive double burgers.....oh dear, so fresh and mouthwatering rockin backyard burger....to say I recommend this GEM OF A FIND is an understatement 👌 😀
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“A basic, unassuming hotdog stand right next to the Field Museum. They have the regular Chicago dog (onions, mustard, tomato, sport pepper, celery salt, pickle spear). They also have vegetarian and turkey dogs as well as polish dogs. You can have the basic toppings mentioned above as well as chili, cheese, and sauerkraut. You can also purchase water or canned soda and chips. All combos (dog, chips, drink) appear to around 10-11 dollars (prices reflect a 3% cash discount). You can enjoy one after leaving one of the museums while checking out water views!“

“New to the neighborhood, I was excited to try this place, and MAN OH MAN. It was so good. Classic comfort with a delicious twist. We got the Tahini Ranch Fried Chicken Sandwich, the Kefta Burger, and the Stuffed Falafel; not a dud in the bunch. The toppings and condiments that some on the burger and sandwich made basic diner food such a delight without feeling over the top. The real stand out was the stuffed falafel. I never thought of having a filling in a falafel, and the sweetness of the caramelized onions was such a delicious complexity to a classic Middle Eastern dish. Now I want to eat through the whole menu to find my favorites.“

“Great sandwiches and fries! Ready very quick and hot. Don't be afraid to get the dip! Sandwich could've used more giardiniera, maybe ask for extra. Not a ton of seating, so consider taking it to go when it's busy.

Vegetarian options: It's beef. If you're vegetarian this probably isn't the place for you.“

“Had a great experience celebrating my anniversary. B&B nailed the atmosphere of a modern speakeasy steakhouse. Cesar, our waiter, was wonderful. The Charred Octopus and Crudo was amazing. I typically like my steaks bleu, that said, the chefs's choice on cooking the Wagyu Board was on point.

As a non-Chicago native, I felt they had a good range of wines and other beverages.“

“Timeless old pub decor, friendly staff, good food, extensive drink selection. You can’t find a more appropriately named place for a Trappist ale.“

“This isn’t my usual go-to spot for a meal at the airport, but being Christmas, most places were closed, and this was one of the few options available. To my surprise, I had the best cheeseburger I’ve ever had! The flavors were absolutely incredible and completely unexpected. Despite working on a holiday, the staff was fast, cheerful, and provided excellent customer service. I’m genuinely impressed and would definitely come back—even when it’s not a holiday. Highly recommend! And below a pic of our silly daughter before eating.“

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“Delicioso !! Y un buen servicio“

“Delicious food and great customer service . Staff super friendly.“

“Had a great time visiting on 1.13.25 with my work team, loved the food 🍔 and beverages 🍺 and the atmosphere! Did NOT love that this was the ONLY place I had used a new business debit card and it got hacked. ☹️“

“We ate lunch at Michael Jordan’s Steak House in Chicago today. We were greeted with a warm welcome and the hostess helped us with our parking situation. Our server was friendly and quick. Our food was delicious! After our meal the valet parking department went out of their way to help us and we were so appreciative. We will definitely be back and we highly recommend eating here!“

“The Best! The best fries, the best steak sandwich, the best hamburgers, the best everything!“

“Raphael is the absolute best. He made our night & we couldn’t have had a better experience he deserves the biggest raise in the world. 10/10, 11/10 the maximum amount out of ten possible in the world.“

“Great food, friendly staff, great service.“

“Its been decades since I had a breaded steak sandwich. To give you perspective, last time I had a breaded steak sandwich was in early 1990s when there was a Ricobenes on Lake Street in The Loop, at street level, downstairs from a Nevada Bob’s. If you know about this, then you are Gen X!!

This place was recommended by a close friend and it was fantastic!!! It’s a solid 4.6⭐️s!!

From what I recall, this breaded steak sandwich is just about as tasty as I have had since Ricobenes. Tony’s is excellent and messy as I have expected. Its very filling and well worth the price.

Also tried their italian beef, which was very good indeed. Balanced spices and saltiness was all there!!! But I do have my favorites that I lean on when I really need a fixin!!! But this was very good nonetheless.

This neighborhood joint is small and has limited seating, but the friendly staff made the dine-in meal a pleasant experience, albeit a bit confined. Most patrons order take-away. Will try to make it out again next time I am in the Midway area.“

“Great food, great prices, great people! Had a delicious cheese dog and especially enjoyed the celery salt. They have a lot of good deals and there is a nice seating area outside that feels like you’re chilling in the neighborhood. I also appreciated the water cooler. Would recommend!“

“Chicago and Cristina. I'm the daycare owner. I came to check out this place across the street. I tried the Italian beef sample and fries with the secret sauce. Catfish is a bomb. My forever spot to get food. Try this place out for sure. Best restaurant in west side jn my opinion.“

“Late to the party. But yep, hands down best burger I’ve probably ever had. Quality meat, but even more so? The ratio of everything was so on point. I got mine without onions though. Sauce is amazing. Pretty pricy though, $34 for just 2 burgers and no sides or anything? Maybe the wagyu beef? Also, for it being a “1/3” pound burger, hmmm I was expecting it to be too much burger, but it seemed very thin for it being that much. None the less, the ratio is on point and the burger was amazing. If it was a little cheaper, I’d drive all the way down from the north side just to pick up a few orders, but too expensive to eat there frequently for me, when other burger joints have 2 doubles for $10.“

“I love this place, it’s a very nice local restaurant, food is delicious. Service is excellent, and the people are super friendly. Gluten free and dairy free buns available.

Dietary restrictions: Gluten free and dairy free“

“Good ambience. Good food. Good service. My husband and I went there with another couple and were amazed with everything. We want to go again.“

“We love the Stopalong! This location is lovely and the patio is a fun spot. Vegan options. Friendly staff. Something for everyone. The pizza is SO GOOD. We especially love the text club (they send great promotions and coupons!)

Dietary restrictions: Elle Woods is the best pizza!“

“Most amazing hotdog I ever had. Got it delivered to our hotel. Chili dog was the best thing ever. I need some coney sauce mailed to me!!!! Maybe some frozen dogs and frozen coney sauce?? Wish I could get these back home“

“Dance vibes and good food.. recommend the fish tacos“

“Good place still even though I’m seeing changes …. They’re getting stingy with their French fries portions.“

“Been to almost every location. The newest location in Wrigleyville has some great drink specials. The burgers are always fantastic. 🍺🍔“

“Iconic!! Came here in 2009. Great food at a great price! If you come to Chicago, you have to try Jim’s!!“

“Best Burgers in Chicago. 10 stars out of 5. People treat you like family. 100% recommend.“

“We were enjoying the beautiful Chicago River Walk and came across this place so we decided to try it for lunch.
Service was excellent, very friendly and welcoming staff. Shout out to our cashier, Ricardo who was very helpful with the menu.
They have inside and outside seating with a nice view of the water. We tried 'The Chicago Burger with Giardiniera, Boursin, Lemon Aioli & Grilled Onions' and also their 'CBC Smash with House Aioli' burger. They both tasted amazing! We also got a side of 'Sweet Potato Tots' to go with it, the basket is plenty for 2 to share.
Overall, we had a great lunch experience here and will definitely return while in town.“

“great service nice friendly staff great food good bartenders.five stars .Be going back soon.“