50 Best Fast Food Restaurants in Chicago

“Had plant- based and beef sausage corn dogs. Excellent. Really tasty. Highly recommend.“

“Place is great. Meat was very tender. I’m not a fan of rice that you have to keep removing hard pieces and spices from. But that’s my problem not there’s.

Nice people. Price is fair for the amount.

I’ll try other items soon.“

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

“Being from the suburbs traveling downtown can be an experience. This particular experience made our day. Moving our daughter into DePaul we came upon the owner of Red Light chicken who gave us a few pointers in parking near his establishment, after taking the time to help us find a spot he happily welcomed us with a free chicken sandwich which I’m happy to report was delicious. It was nice meeting you tonight and I’ll be certainly stopping by again - Fries are a game changer to!!!“

“food good to eat fast under 5 min“

“Found metal in my food and the staff was Very Rude about it!“

“Great experience, very friendly environment.“

“We were looking for a late night bite to eat while visiting Chicago and Serena’s was the spot! Service was friendly and food was delicious! Highly recommend. Will definitely be back for our next visit.“

“I been coming to this area for over five years and I like that captain hooks is open 24 hours. I like the service of the staff and the food is always hot and delicious.

Kid-friendliness: There are kid meals

Wheelchair accessibility: There is handicap parking available“

“I ordered a breaded steak sandwich. It was excellent. Just tell them easy on the red sauce. Overall the steak was darn good. Next time I'm gonna order the jumbo steak sandwich. The restaurant was spotless and the associates were very friendly. Try the fries. Top shelf“

“Fun place to check out while in Chicago. The food was great!“

“I love the combination of healthy, quick, and relatively inexpensive that Pockets offers. Everything is whole wheat (pockets, pizzas, calzones) and baked in-house so always super fresh. Combine that with the numerous healthy ingredients and you have a winning formula for busy professionals looking for a nutritious option on the go. Don’t ever change Pockets!!“

“one of their employees samuel Hernandez Jr is a racist. he thinks he is a American. when ice show up you can thank him. with all the racist Hate he is spewing against his own people someone will call. I hope the owners don't support hate speech. we will see“

“Thank you so much Cafe El Menson for your generous donation to my kindergarten classroom today. My students really enjoyed the Arroz con Gandules. I cannot thank you enough!“

“since management changed the food has been way better and fresh!! i recommend this location!!“

“Small and mighty. Had a fantastic bacon cheese burger and fries! Much needed in our neighborhood. My new spot.“

“the perch catfish and chicken wings are all yummy and on point. great deal for great food. you better go get you some. 😂“

“Delicious and authentic Mediterranean cuisine Highly recommend“

“Amazing! GT’S Fast Food has the best gyro around! Clean,fast,friendly,ect ❤️“

“Don't normally write reviews, but I came all the way down from Vancouver, Canada on the recommendation of a friend!

The food is phenomenal! I had the Chicago dog and the large Italian beef sandwich, and both were wonderful.

The staff are incredibly friendly and very accommodating, If flights were cheaper and I got more time off work, y'all would have another regular!“

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

“Great atomosphere cool concept like how they call out the alcohol and food orders when Ready. The pimento Mac was great flavor, as was the mashed and gravy. Very unique to have boneless breast thighs wing and leg portions battered and fried. Was very good. I just think the sauces were way to pricey at $1.45 a sauce wow even 99 cents seems a lot but would feel better lol. At least give one with the order or reduce the sauce price. But overall they need to spread this concept into more areas for sure out side like in the suburbs“

“Oh my God, if you want a great, fast food in Chicago for all you out of town that come from everywhere, choppers is One of The best fast food restaurant You can go the best burgers and the best Italian beef. Oh my God, let's not forget they famous Banana shakes the one I love and they famous steak fries 😋choppers for me 😋😋😋 fire 🔥“

“By far the best smoothies ever!“

“Tasty breakfast in a convenient location.“

“Hands down punching the family and not just smacking your mama good chicken tenders that are juicy. Second, highly recommend the fantastic crinkle fries and Texas butter toast. Lastly, the sauces are out of this world 🌎 🌍“

“Stopped by tonight for the best Ribs in town. Excellent food Excellent prices. A must stop to eat….“

“Chi Tea is my absolute favorite spot near Loyola! Their taro boba is perfectly creamy, not too sweet, and the tapioca pearls are always fresh. I usually grab the Big Bird sandwich too—it’s huge, juicy, and filling enough to last me through classes. The staff is friendly and it’s such a nice break from the usual campus food.“

“Needed a place to grab quick lunch before heading out to our next adventure with my kids and parents and the service was amazing. Even though another person came in and started harassing the employee and us and ruined our meal the employees customer service was incredible as someone who has worked in customer service I understand but his professionalism goes above and beyond. I just want to say thank you for sticking up for my kids especially and family.“

“The hot dogs are one of a kind, OG Chicago beef“

“The standout in my experience? Their catfish lunch special—it’s flaky, perfectly seasoned, and cooked just right every time. One frequent visitor even said, “I visit this location on an average of 4 times per week… cooked to perfection when I arrive.”“

“Ordered the bulgogi kimbap, bibimbap, and a passion fruit aide. This is our third time eating here and the Korean food is very very legit and good! Had the tteokbboki last time and that was also very legit! Can’t wait to try the rest of the menu! ☺️“

“Is best polish around.....“

“This place is great. They’re seed oil free and their fried chicken is also gluten free. I love it. I feel like I am indulging in some fun foods but without the terrible tummy ache after. Highly recommend the fried chicken and the golden fries!“

“Está delicioso pero es la comida rápida más lenta que he comido en mi vida!!!“

“Nick at Jersey Mike’s was awesome today! He had a ton of great recommendations and truly went above and beyond to provide outstanding customer service—not just to me, but to everyone in the store. I originally planned to get my food to go, but because of Nick’s great attitude and service, I decided to dine in instead. Experiences like this are what keep customers coming back. Huge shoutout to Nick!“

“Great Food And Pina Colada Cup“

“Lulu’s Dogs is amazing. I appreciate the staffs and managers kindness to me even though I have autism and their food is amazing and really good. Owner Joe is very nice. The restaurant is in good condition. Amazing jumbo turkey leg. Must come back. 10/10.“

“That Ribeye Steak Sandwich is absolutely amazing! 🔥🔥🔥“

“shrimp is huge and it's cooked to order so worth the wait. I used to live in Chicago, now I live in Orlando Florida and came all the way here for the shrimp...absolutely good!!“

“Came here for an event and it was great food with friendly staff! Had the pumpkin Carmel Mochi donut and the mozzarella original flour dog. Both tasted great and something that reminded me of the street food in Asia! Staff was very friendly as well- support your local businesses!“

“Delicious food and great customer service!“

“The best Katsu spot in Chicago!
Crispy, flavorful, and authentic — whether you go for chicken or pork, every bite delivers that perfect crunch. The cozy Japanese vibe makes it feel like a quick trip to Tokyo. Highly recommend stopping by on your way to Wrigley Field — it’s the kind of meal that’ll recharge your energy and keep you smiling through the game!“

“Incredibly delicious Chicago dogs and milkshakes.“

“The Best steak and eggs in whole Chicago.“

“I really want to thank Yasmine and the staff at this location. Yas is very professional and takes pride in her work and getting orders right. It's the little things that mean so much. I highly recommend this location and the food is always fresh. I'm a forever customer because of the love they add to this business ♥️.“

“Budacki's is a classic neighborhood stop for fast eats. It boasts a broad menu of comfort food, from Polish dogs Chicago-style to gyros and Korean fare. It's not a large or contemporary space, but around rush hour, you'll find it full of regulars from blue and white collar workers to young families and school kids. If you're visiting, there are other spots that do something similar. But if you're new to the neighborhood, be sure to make the trip, and you'll easily find yourself a regular too.“

“Love the food and there open late!!“

“Don’t miss out! Excellent food at fair pricing with exceptional catering options. Gus, the owner, is very friendly and ensures the best experience by delivering fresh food with guarantee if you’re not happy he’ll make it right. My family and I have been customers for almost 30 years and the quality has stayed the same even if the economy hasn’t. Support local small business and find them all summer long at local outdoor events. Highly recommend for your catering needs as they provide not just good food, but excellent service as well.“

“Got the fish and chips meal. Cod perfectly crispy, highly recommend“