18 Best Southern Restaurants near Skokie

The Boiler Shrimp & Crawfish Cajun • $$
3445 Dempster Street, Skokie

Customers` Favorites

Fried Shrimp Basket with Fries
Shrimp Potatoes \u0026 Corn
Crab Legs Crawfish Shrimp
Shrimp Potatoes & Corn
Fried Catfish Basket
Char-Grilled Oysters
Boiler Seafood Sauce
Gumbo w or w O Rice
Fried Chicken Wings
Sweet Potato Fries

“I took my kids for the first time and they loved everything about it! Great experience everytime. 10/10“

3.9 Good332 Reviews
Kitchen + Kocktails By Kevin Kelley - Chicago Southern
339 N Dearborn St, Chicago - 11.48 miles

Customers` Favorites

Fried Chicken Macaroni and Cheese and Black Eyed Peas
Candied Yams Lobster Mash Potatoes
Lamb Chops and Fried Lobster Tail
Patron Silver Strawberry Margarita
To-Go Don Julio Frozen Margarita
Fried Catfish and Mac and Chesse
Dream Eggs with Blackened Shrimp
Deviled Eggs with Cajun Shrimp
Collard Greens w Smoked Turkey
Shrimp Grits w Lobster Tail

“My biggest issue was arriving ON TIME for my reservation but being told I had to wait 30 mins for a table. Which was ridiculous. Ok fine. My other guest were literally finding parking and walking up .. when a table came up we couldn't be seated because they weren't there yet, which I get but they were literally 1 min away. They gave our table away in the one min causing us to wait longer. Which wouldn't be a problem if you hadn't told us we had a 30 min wait with a reservation in the first place. Once we were seated our server Jordan did a phenomenal job! She knew the menu offered great options and substitutions. The food and drinks were amazing. I got the stuffed salmon. Sauce on there is good but slightly salty. But I am always a member of the clean plate club and I left no crumbs ! I would go back they just need to work on that and having additional seating for those waiting.“

4.4 Superb3546 Reviews
Big Jones Southern • $$
5347 N Clark St, Chicago - 5.26 miles

Customers` Favorites

Roasted Mushrooms and Grits with a Sunny Duck Egg
Catfish and Sweet Potato Biscuits
Roasted Mushrooms \u0026 Grits
Crispy Catfish a La Big Jones
A Simple Southern Breakfast
Award-Winning Fried Chicken
House-Cured & Smoked Bacon
House-Cured Bacon Omelet
Fried Chicken Dark Meat
Duck & Oyster Etouffee

“Stopped in for lunch. The salads were excellent, gumbo delicious, and the corn bread is out-if-this-world amazing!“

4.3 Superb367 Reviews
Luella's Southern Kitchen Southern • $$
4114 N Kedzie Ave, Chicago - 5.45 miles

Customers` Favorites

Blueberry French Toast with Butter and Sugar
Buttermilk Biscuits with Homemade Jam 5
Skillet Cornbread with Honey Butter 5
Nashville Hot Chicken and Waffles
Crab Stuffed Shrimp and Grits
Buttermilk Biscuits with Jam
Nashville Chicken & Waffles
Buttermilk Fried Chicken 16
Chicken and Sausage Gumbo
Braised Collard Greens

“I've been wanting pancakes for the past month and finally went for some this morning. The pancakes were PHENOMENAL! My pancake jonesing was fulfilled by a more delicious pancake than I imagined was possible. They were huge and I could only eat one 🤤 The other reheated perfectly in the microwave - the texture was interior, but the taste was still fantastic. I've been before, but got other things. At this point, I can confidently recommend the breakfast sandwich, beignets, and pancakes. Oh, and get yourself an orange pop for breakfast... Be bad, treat yourself!“

4.3 Superb304 Reviews
Ina Mae Southern • $$
1415 N Wood St, Chicago - 9.33 miles

Customers` Favorites

Chargrilled Oysters Creole Butter 6 pcs
Hushpuppies and Pimento Honey Butter
New Orleans Hot Sausage PO' Boys
Half Fried Chicken with 2 Sides
Fried Shrimp PO Boy with Fries
Nola Hot Sausage Sliders
Powdered Sugar Beignets
Fried Catfish PO' Boy
Blackened Cauliflower
Hurricane Punch Bowl

“This spot is PHENOMENAL! Customer service and the food was TOP TIER! Traveled from Memphis, Tn just for this restaurant. And also because I also have the same name. It’s a must to stop here and enjoy the atmosphere. The prices for the food wasn’t bad at all.“

3.9 Good346 Reviews
Dove's Luncheonette Diner • $$
1545 North Damen Avenue, Chicago - 9.11 miles

Customers` Favorites

Burnt Ends Hash \u0026 Chicken Fried Chicken
Burnt Ends Hash & Chicken Fried Chicken
Smoked Brisket Taco Norteno
Buttermilk Fried Chicken
Biscuits and Gravy
Buttermilk Pancake
Al Pastor Fries
Broccoli Salad
Smoked Brisket
Dove's Deluxe

“Great service and delicious food;)“

4.5 Superb232 Reviews
Yardbird Southern • $$$
530 North Wabash Avenue, Chicago - 11.35 miles

Customers` Favorites

Louisiana Jumbo Shrimp & Grits Brunch
Sweet Tea Braised Short Rib
Classic Buttermilk Biscuits
Fried Green Tomato blt
Yardbird Chicken Wings
Yardbird Cinnamon Roll
Yardbird Hash Browns
Lobster Mac & Cheese
Mac and Cheese Side
Macaroni and Cheese

“Had food and drinks while at a conference and wonderful experience. Our bartender Ryan was excellent, very friendly and welcoming. Thanks for a good time.“

4 Good855 Reviews
Roost Chicken & Biscuits Southern • $
2011 West Roscoe Street, Chicago - 6.97 miles

Customers` Favorites

Sunrise Sandwich with Peach Cobbler and Mac \u0026 Cheese
Buttermilk Biscuit Fried Chicken Sandwich
Chocolate Chip Bread Pudding
House Style Sandwich Meal
Chips and Mac and Cheese
Original Chicken Sandwich
Sunrise Chicken Sandwich
Hand Cut French Fries
Macaroni and Cheese
Creamy Mac & Cheese

“We used to go to their old location all the time when we lived in the city, so we were excited to check out the new location now that we have kids—and it did not disappoint!

The fried chicken and biscuits were delicious, and the portions were huge. The kids’ play area with books, trucks, Connect 4 and more was an awesome surprise, plus the kids got fun crazy straws! It’s genuinely kid-friendly without sacrificing great food.

And the $2 beers with a meal were an unexpectedly awesome deal. Great food, great prices, and a perfect family spot. We’ll definitely be back! 🍗🍺“

4 Good166 Reviews
Reclaimed Bar & Restaurant - Chicago | Southern Southern • $$
Recommended
3655 N Western Ave, Chicago - 6.43 miles

Customers` Favorites

New Orleans Style BBQ Shrimp Brussels Sprouts with Bacon and a Reuben
Applewood Smoked Wings
Pulled Pork Sandwich
Glasses of Wine
Chicken Wings
Deviled Eggs
Cajun Burger
Lamb Burger

“I’m going to be so honest and say I’ve never been there but we can’t wait to. The owners and their family saved Thanksgiving when they donated food, resources and a kitchen to prepare food for 400-500 people (free of charge) at the 28th annual Thanksgiving Dinner at St. Benedict’s when the church’s kitchen became unusable. We met Halsted personally while volunteering and we were just take aback at how generous, kind and lovely these folks were to take on this challenge and on a holiday. I hope our community will continue to remember this and support these fantastic folks for a long, long time.“

4.6 Superb63 Reviews
Roost Chicken & Biscuits Southern • $
494 North Milwaukee Avenue, Chicago - 10.98 miles

Customers` Favorites

Fried Chicken Sandwiches - Family Style
Nashville Hot Chicken Breast Sandwich
Original Fried Chicken Sandwich
Chicken Sandwich on a Biscuit
Creamy Mac and Cheese
Carolina Style Meal
Macaroni and Cheese
Buttermilk Biscuit
Cucumber Coleslaw
Tenders with Fries

“Good food for anytime of day!!!“

3.8 Good177 Reviews
Reunion by Chef Art Smith American • $$
Navy pier, 600 E Grand Ave, Chicago - 11.87 miles

Customers` Favorites

Fried Chicken with Hot Sauce by Chef Art Smith
Cheddar Hush Puppies with Red Pepper Jelly
Goat Cheese Buttermilk Drop Biscuits
Chef Art's Famous Fried Chicken
Shrimp \u0026 Grits Entree
Chef Art's Chicken Wings
Mac \u0026 Cheese Baked
Braised Southern Greens
Fried Chicken Sandwich
Shrimp & Grits Entree

“The food was excellent! The fried green tomatoes are fantastic, as was everything else! Gabby greeted us beautifully, & Eliza was an amazing server! Thank you so much for a lovely lunch :-)“

3.9 Good747 Reviews
Artisans Kitchen Southern •
1480 Old Deerfield Road Ste 16, Highland Park - 10.45 miles

“This is a takeout and catering business in Highland Park. The fried chicken, cornbread, cole slaw and corn bread were all very good. The baked beans are the best baked beans I have ever had! They are to die for! Portions are extremely generous. They do good southern food right! Chef Kenny is amazing!“

4.5 Superb8 Reviews
The Budlong Southern Chicken American • $
4619 N Western Ave, Chicago - 5.37 miles

Customers` Favorites

The Budlong Original Chicken Sandwich
Famous Homemade Banana Pudding
It's a Damn Chicken Sandwich
Nashville Hot Chicken
Budlong Tenders Combo
Hot Chicken Sandwich
Hot Chicken Plates
Mac \u0026 Cheese
Mashed Potatoes
Chicken Tenders

“Best hot chicken in Chicago“

4.4 Superb188 Reviews
The Budlong Southern Chicken American • $
1008 West Armitage Avenue, Chicago - 9.09 miles

Customers` Favorites

The Budlong Original Chicken Sandwich
Xtra Hot Chicken Sandwich
Fried Chicken Sandwich
Spicy Chicken Sandwich
Nashville Hot Chicken
Hot Chicken Plates
Hot Chicken Strips
Budlong Tenders
Budlong Biscuit
Chicken Tenders

“Excellent food! Excellent service! DON’T MISS THIS PLACE WHEN YOU’RE IN CHICAGO!“

4.1 Good123 Reviews
Lillie's Q Barbecue • $$
417 N Ashland Ave, Chicago - 10.6 miles

Customers` Favorites

Prime Brisket Sandwich
Pulled Pork Sandwich
Smoked Chicken Wings
Brisket Fries
Mac N Cheese
Potato Salad

“Came in almost before closing time! The location was easily findable and had a very nice atmosphere! Super good vibe and feel! Once we got to the counter a nice gentleman named Jose was the one that helped us! That guy is the MVP! You can tell he enjoys his job and does it pretty well! He recommended us some good sauces and the salsa macha! Definitely will come back just because of the good service we had! The food was insanely good! Brisket was beyond fire! The tacos were the best in my opinion! Totally unexpected it! 100/10“

3.7 Good27 Reviews
Pine Street Kitchen Southern • $
Equitable Building, 401 North Michigan Avenue, Chicago - 11.61 miles

“This place has a really unique variety of food options 🍔🌮🍜 You can find everything from soups and tacos to burgers and even Asian dishes, which makes it great for groups with different tastes 😊 Some menu items feel a little expensive, but the burgers are definitely worth the price and a really good value 🍟🔥 One thing I also liked was the comfortable seating area 🪑✨ Even if you’re not ordering food, it’s still a nice spot to relax, study, work on your laptop, or meet up with friends for a chat ☕📚 Overall, it has a chill atmosphere and plenty of choices for almost everyone 👍“

4.2 Good4 Reviews
Bourbon on Division Bar • $$
2050 W Division St, Chicago - 9.48 miles

Customers` Favorites

Brisket Mac and Cheese

“Bourbon on Division is the heart of Division Street. Beyond its gruff exterior (metaphorically), it boasts some of the most eclectic variety of live music and amazing DJ's in all of Chicago. I've met some of the best people in my life there. Management all the way down to security create a fun safe environment. Also 5 stars for the bartending tonight on Emo night. Chris and Krue were great!“

3.5 Good73 Reviews
Gold Coast Social Bar • $$$
7 W Division St, Chicago - 10.61 miles

Customers` Favorites

Brisket Sliders
GC Tacos - Steak
Fried Pickles
French Toast
Steak Tacos
Gnocchi
Fries
BBQ
Lit

“Really fun spot with great energy.

The whole place had a party vibe from the moment we walked in. Good music, lots of people dancing, and an atmosphere that made it easy to stay longer than planned.
If you're looking for a lively night out, this place definitely delivers.“

3.3 Good287 Reviews

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