50 Best Burger Restaurants near Wilmette

“Grilled cheese with gyro meat was amazing!! There were 11 of us in our group! Service was super friendly and extremely fast! We will be back on our next trip!“

“Muy higiénico el lugar y me gusta el sazón de las burguers y la amabilidad“

“I’m couldn’t love Small Cheval’s food more if I tried - and as a repeat-repeat-repeat customer (delivery) I’ve tried!

The cheeseburger is THE best in the business. Period.
The chicken tenders are sublime - moist / perfectly battered / and plentiful (this is rare these days).

What more can I say? I get the best of food comas when I order for lunch and I don’t care!
Bloody good food. Great service. Sensible pricing == Solid value for money and tastes great.“

“The quarter lb. chubby Vienna dog done on the grill is great, the fries are great and the service is great. My second experience and they are above par. So worth the vist. A quaint place with charm and good food.“

“Cannot stress enough how amazing this place is!!! Not only is the toasted marshmallow hot cocoa life changing, the food is absolutely delicious, and the staff is so pleasant to be around! They definitely made our lunch special today! Will definitely be back every time I visit Chicago!“

“My daughter is not a burger person , Boba Burger is one of her favorite places to eat!!! #Makayla from Chicago PD“

“excellent food and service! great vegetarian and vegan selection as well“

“Been coming here since I was a kid! I moved up north and haven’t been back in years and as God as my witness it tastes like I never left. Thank you for the nostalgia!“

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

“At first, it was a little tricky to find parking, but once I got a spot, it was worth the trip since the burger and fries were very fresh and delicious! It's great that they have an eating area so you can enjoy your food while it's warm.“

“Delicious Food and awesome service !!! We have now been enjoying this Dengeos Location for 4 awesome years !!!

Kid-friendliness: There are highchairs and large tables to accommodate.

Wheelchair accessibility: Ample parking and ease of entrance.“

“Ate at Big Sauce and they had some of the best wings I’ve ever eaten. Loved the “original” flavor the most.“

“The service was fine. Our server was polite and responsive. The atmosphere is casual. As there are lots of hard surfaces, the noise level is somewhat high. The food was good. The "black truffle" barrata is a ball of cheese on top of some stewed green vegetables. I detected no evidence of any truffles in the dish. No truffle aroma or flavor. Seafood pasta primavera was tasty with fresh seafood.“

“Awesome place for a great Burger 🍔“

“I ordered the gluten free deep dish stuffed pizza and let me tell you, BEST GLUTEN FREE PIZZA I HAVE EVER HAD. CRIED TEARS OF JOY BECAUSE IT WAS THAT GOOD. 10/10, CANNOT RECOMMEND ENOUGH.“

“Oh my. First of all, Saad delivered the best customer service I’ve come across. Very personable and outright friendly. Gave me suggestions based on what I like and let me know about his personal favorites when asked.
Food: 10/10.
Slims burger was exceptional. First time trying Italian beef with beef patty. Outstanding.
Chicken spicy po’boy was great too.
Mango Lassi: very delicious. A bit on the sweeter side, but after all, it is a dessert/beverage 😂
Highly recommend this place. Definitely coming back on next trip to Chicago.“

“a great place to sit down with friends and enjoy burgers, shakes, and loaded truffle fries dipped in truffle butter.“

“Amazing place! We got there a little earlier than our reservation and the they were able to accommodate us seat us right away. We had Angela as our server and it was one of the best services we've received. She was knowledgeable and attentive. Food didn't take too long to get to the table. Ambiance was great! Steak was the most important one obviously and it was cooked to perfection. We had the ribeye and the fillet. The Brussels sprouts were THE best I've ever had. Drinks were good with unique cocktail options. I had a small complaint about the oysters and they more than made up for it. We tried a few desserts. Panacotta was my favorite. We will be back.“

“Stopped here for a quick bite during my road trip and was impressed with the quality of their pizza. One of my favorite slices I tried was the Shawarma pizza. It’s very unique, different and packed with flavor . Def recommend giving them a try.“

“We stopped in today for lunch. I had the Classic burger with fries, it was larger than I expected and really good, fries have a light coating that was nice and there were plenty of them. My lunch partner had the Quesabirra and it was super good. Flavorful, not too greasy, he liked the house hot sauce they offered on the side.
Their lemonade was good too. We will be back to try other things.“

“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!“

“Came in on a night in which I was way too exhausted to cook. My online order for a couple plant based burgers got lost in cyberspace, and I only found out when I went to pick them up.

Matthew and his team made it happen even though they were about to close.

I appreciate the post-close help, gents!“

“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.“

“I come here one to two times a month and it never disappoints. My go-to is the merkts cheddar burger which I think is the best burger in the area. The staff is always super friendly and the restaurant is clean. I highly recommend Blaze N Grill. Everything on the menu is freshly made and delicious. .“

“Love the food and there open late!!“

“I recommend the Vegetable and FuFu“

“The Food and the Chicago Cubs memorabilia!“

“Food was delicious, wish they would’ve offered a box for the rest of my fries though instead of tossing them. Would like to come back again to try more of their burgers“

“Food is all homemade ... chilliques are so good with red sauce To die for... The burgers are HUGe.... so delicious.... the fries are like no others and I personally never order fries. So they have to be good.... I did substitute the salad for the fries and was blown away how tasty it was... I mean I'm talking salad right!! Please come visit this beautiful restaurant and tast the real homemade goodness.“

“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.“

“Made fresh to order. I’ve tried plenty of their menu items and enjoyed everything!“

“Best gyros ever“

“Best burger spot in town, hands down! Everything is made fresh — from the buns to the lettuce to the patties. You can really taste the quality. My personal favorite is the Green Line with avocado — absolutely the best! And even though it’s a burger place, their chicken wings are amazing. The waffle fries? Come on… so good! Keep up the great work 👏🔥“

“I dont know how this place doesn't have 5 stars. The food was fresh and amazing. I got their signature Kick'n Burger which was juicy and the meat was tender and the ingredients were fresh. I also ordered their mozzarella sticks and fries which were fresh, crispy and delicious. Would definitely recommend and would go again in the future.“

“Great first experience. Love the smash style burger and toppings. A+.“

“I like to say “good food makes a soul happy”. When I'm having a tough day, nothing satisfies like good food. I ordered a double smashburger through Uber Eats, and it arrived warm with crispy fries. Everything was packed neatly, which made me excited to dig in. The burger was fantastic!! soft, perfectly seasoned, and the smash sauce was great! Unlike other places that over-salt their burgers, this one was spot on. I’ve found my new go-to spot. The fries were also a good portion. I’ll definitely order from there again, as long as they keep the seasoning consistent bc too much salt can ruin a meal!“

“Stopped in to the old Meatheads location to find Epic Burger. I haven't enjoyed an Epic Burger since my carnivore days pre 2016 at the original location in Downtown Evanston. I was happy to find a plant based option on the menu and also happy to see the Garlic Parmesan Fries were still an option on the menu. Overall a good meal.“

“I had to try it today before going back to FL delicious 😋.“

“These were the best chicken tenders I’ve ever had.

EDIT: I have returned to the unforgettable chicken tenders and tried them with a Nashville flavor rub this time. It’s even better. I feel so lucky to live close by 🤗“

“🔥 Highly Recommended! Flame On Peri Peri is hands down one of the best spots for flavorful, juicy peri peri chicken! The spice levels are just right, the portions are generous, and the service is fast and friendly. Whether you’re grabbing a quick bite or dining with family, this place never disappoints. Don’t miss the loaded fries and their signature sauces — 10/10!“

“Primetime Bar and Grill is an absolute gem. The burger is phenomenal—juicy, flavorful, and cooked to perfection—and the wings are just as impressive, packed with bold flavor and cooked exactly right. What truly sets this place apart, though, is the atmosphere and the people. From the moment you walk in, they treat you like family, making you feel genuinely welcome and appreciated. Great food, great service, and a great vibe all around. Highly recommend Primetime Bar and Grill to anyone looking for an outstanding meal and an even better experience.“

“My family of four loved our meals! My Thai bowl was super tasty! Fast and friendly service too.“

“I love this place love the pizza and their tomato basil“

“been here a few times, each is better experience that the last, attempt to try most of their items on menu. So far, my favorite is their Mango smoothies with cloud cheese, as drink. Their cloud cheese is really good and a balance of salty taste with the sweetness of the mango, the tapioca in the drinks is plentiful but not overpowering the water content. I had it in other Chinatown restaurants, some had too many tapiocas that my teeth were tired chewing them. Cuckoo is not. Their Don (Japanese rice bowls) and their bibimbap (Korean rice bowls) are excellent. Have not decide which is better because each have their own uniqueness and tastes; I had 2 types of their bibimbap before and only 1 type of their Don. So far, I am leaning towards the Don but there is excellent amount of veggie in their Bibimbap, which is ideal for weigh concise person. Wish they have a loyal customer rewards style of drinks incentives, much like some restaurants, for example, buy 9 and get 1 free drink, or some % off after 5 drink purchases, and give customers an advertisable nice pocket size reward card to keep track of their purchases. That may also work with food item purchases as well. Crossing my fingers that this may happen soon. With summer in Chicago, cool refreshing drinks is ideal and as loyal customers, return for more drink purchases with rewards will be even better.“

“I got the combination plate, it was a lot of food and everything was 🔥 they also gave me a scoop of hummus to try which was also good“

“Cool little place in the middle of a nieghborhood . Great food. My husband and I love to go there.“

“Amazing food - for real
Great atmosphere and I am - extremely sad, that I paced myself so well and there was a red head behind the bar with an issue / that wasn’t me…

I’m sad I didn’t get to sing karaoke / that’s why I stayed, afterall. 🌻“

“Great food! fast service for carryout!“