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Shake Shack
Premium BurgerShake Shack serves up ShackBurgers right in the heart of Wrigleyville.
3519 N Clark St Suite C105 · Wrigleyville
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#2
Charly's Burgers
Neighborhood BurgersClassic, no-frills burgers for the Hermosa community on Chicago's Northwest Side.
2320 N Cicero Ave · Hermosa
FoodIndex Score 86.93View -
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Boba Burger
Smash BurgerCreative smash burgers with a fun, modern twist in Morton Grove.
8530 Waukegan Rd · Morton Grove
FoodIndex Score 85.85View -
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Gordon Ramsay
Celebrity BurgerGordon Ramsay's acclaimed premium burger concept comes to Chicago's River North.
2 E Ontario St · River North
FoodIndex Score 85.78View -
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KRASA CRAFT
New AmericanThoughtfully crafted new American cuisine in Chicago's Ukrainian Village.
1141 N Ashland Ave · Ukrainian Village
FoodIndex Score 84.03View -
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Small Cheval
Smash BurgerAu Cheval's beloved smash burger, distilled to its purest form near Wrigley Field.
1119 W Waveland Ave · Wrigleyville
FoodIndex Score 84.00View -
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Small Cheval
Smash BurgerThe Au Cheval smash burger concept in the heart of Wicker Park's Milwaukee Avenue.
1732 N Milwaukee Ave · Bucktown
FoodIndex Score 83.79View -
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Busy Burger
Local ClassicA beloved neighborhood burger spot with decades of character in Little Italy.
1120 W Taylor St · Little Italy
FoodIndex Score 83.66View -
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Portillo's Skokie
Chicago IconChicago's most beloved hot dogs, Italian beef, and burgers in Skokie.
9400 Skokie Blvd · Skokie
FoodIndex Score 82.84View -
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Shake Shack
Premium BurgerShake Shack's signature ShackBurgers in Chicago's fast-growing West Loop.
185 N Morgan St · West Loop
FoodIndex Score 82.82View -
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Firefly Burger
Craft BurgerCreative, high-quality craft burgers in Chicago's Lincoln Park.
2412 N Lincoln Ave · Lincoln Park
FoodIndex Score 82.44View -
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The Bad Apple
Craft Burger BarAn acclaimed craft burger bar with local beers in Chicago's North Center.
4300 N Lincoln Ave · North Center
FoodIndex Score 82.40View -
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Stacked and Folded
Craft SandwichesCreative, carefully crafted sandwiches and comfort food in Winnetka.
551 Lincoln Ave · Winnetka
FoodIndex Score 82.23View -
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Herm's Palace
Local DinerA dependable neighborhood diner and grill serving the Skokie community.
3406 Dempster St · Skokie
FoodIndex Score 82.02View -
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Fatso's Last Stand
Chicago StyleChicago-style hot dogs and burgers from a Ukrainian Village institution.
2258 W Chicago Ave · Ukrainian Village
FoodIndex Score 81.46View -
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Shake Shack
Premium BurgerShake Shack's premium burgers and concretes in the energy of River North.
66 E Ohio St · River North
FoodIndex Score 81.31View -
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10Q Chicken
Korean FusionKorean-inspired fried chicken sandwiches and bowls with bold fusion flavors in Evanston.
816 Church St · Downtown Evanston
FoodIndex Score 80.68View -
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R.J. Grunts
Chicago ClassicChicago's original R.J. Grunts, a Lincoln Park dining institution since 1971.
2056 N Lincoln Park W · Lincoln Park
FoodIndex Score 80.06View -
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SALT burgers
Craft BurgerCarefully crafted burgers and hand-cut fries in the heart of Wicker Park.
1920 W North Ave · Wicker Park
FoodIndex Score 79.61View -
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Great Coast Commons
Neighborhood BistroA welcoming neighborhood bistro serving the Kenilworth community on Green Bay Road.
414 Green Bay Rd #1 · Kenilworth
FoodIndex Score 79.28View -
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Billy Goat Tavern
Chicago LegendThe legendary dive bar and burger joint that inspired Saturday Night Live, under the Magnificent Mile.
Lower 430 North, N Michigan Ave · Magnificent Mile
FoodIndex Score 79.06View -
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Butcher & The Burger
Build-Your-OwnUpscale build-your-own burgers using butcher-quality custom blends in Lincoln Park.
1021 W Armitage Ave · Lincoln Park
FoodIndex Score 78.97View -
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Charcoal Flame
Charcoal GrillFlame-grilled burgers and grilled favorites cooked over real charcoal in Morton Grove.
6800 Dempster St · Morton Grove
FoodIndex Score 78.78View -
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Epic Burger
Better BurgerFresh, all-natural better burgers brought to Northbrook's North Shore.
1036 Willow Rd · Northbrook
FoodIndex Score 77.90View -
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Shake Shack
Premium BurgerShake Shack's premium ShackBurger steps from Millennium Park in The Loop.
12 S Michigan Ave · The Loop
FoodIndex Score 77.56View -
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Small Cheval
Smash BurgerSmall Cheval's beloved smash burger in Chicago's charming Old Town neighborhood.
1345 N Wells St · Old Town
FoodIndex Score 77.47View -
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Epic Burger
Better BurgerFresh, all-natural better burgers in the South Loop.
517 S State St · South Loop
FoodIndex Score 76.83View -
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Epic Burger
Better BurgerFresh, sustainably sourced better burgers in Streeterville.
40 E Pearson St · Streeterville
FoodIndex Score 76.82View -
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Small Cheval
Smash BurgerSmall Cheval's iconic smash burger in the heart of downtown Chicago at Riverside Plaza.
150 N Riverside Plaza · The Loop
FoodIndex Score 76.81View -
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Smash IT Burgers
Smash BurgerFreshly smashed, flavor-packed burgers in Morton Grove.
6037 Dempster St · Morton Grove
FoodIndex Score 76.62View -
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The Region
Craft BurgerHandcrafted, Northwest Indiana–inspired burgers in Chicago's Roscoe Village.
2057 W Roscoe St · Roscoe Village
FoodIndex Score 76.29View -
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Epic Burger
Better BurgerAll-natural better burgers at the crossroads of Noble Square and Wicker Park.
1000 W North Ave · Noble Square
FoodIndex Score 75.86View -
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Hound Dog's Burger
Asian Fusion BurgerA creative Asian fusion burger concept in Chicago's Humboldt Park.
2257 W Grand Ave · Humboldt Park
FoodIndex Score 75.36View -
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Burger Bar Chicago
American Burger BarA full burger bar experience with craft patties and classic sides in the South Loop.
1150 S Michigan Ave Near · South Loop
FoodIndex Score 75.34View -
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Culinary Gangster
Creative AmericanBold, chef-driven American comfort food with creative flair in Glenview.
1216 Waukegan Rd · Glenview
FoodIndex Score 75.22View -
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The Hat Chicago
American ComfortClassic American comfort food and burgers in Chicago's Wicker Park.
1604 W North Ave · Wicker Park
FoodIndex Score 75.09View -
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The Little Island
Neighborhood CaféA cozy neighborhood café and casual dining spot in Evanston.
2600 N Crawford Ave · Evanston
FoodIndex Score 75.06View -
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Shake Shack
Premium BurgerShake Shack's signature ShackBurgers at Old Orchard Shopping Center in Skokie.
4999 Old Orchard Center, Space L28 · Skokie
FoodIndex Score 74.84View -
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Chuck Wagon Restaurant
American DinerA classic American diner and grill serving Wilmette with comfort food and charm.
1120 Central Ave · Wilmette
FoodIndex Score 74.60View -
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The Lawn Grill Restaurant
American GrillA relaxed American grill and casual dining spot in Wilmette.
3900 Fairway Dr #1088 · Wilmette
FoodIndex Score 74.36View -
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The Harding Tavern
Neighborhood TavernA laid-back neighborhood tavern and bar in Chicago's Logan Square.
2732 N Milwaukee Ave · Logan Square
FoodIndex Score 74.32View -
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Windy City Flavors
Chicago Street FoodClassic Chicago street food and snacks at a beloved Evanston corner shop.
1806 Dempster St · Evanston
FoodIndex Score 74.30View -
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Burger Alley Chicago
Smash BurgerStacked, creative smash burgers in the heart of the South Loop.
829 S Wabash Ave Floor 1 · South Loop
FoodIndex Score 74.26View -
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Luke's Italian Beef
Italian BeefAuthentic Chicago Italian beef sandwiches in the heart of The Loop.
215 W Jackson Blvd · The Loop
FoodIndex Score 73.62View -
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Crunch Catering
American ComfortQuality catering and casual American dining in Skokie.
8170 N McCormick Blvd Suite 100 · Skokie
FoodIndex Score 73.46View -
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Frank & Betsie's
American ComfortWarm, homestyle American comfort food in the charming village of Glencoe.
51 Green Bay Rd · Glencoe
FoodIndex Score 73.30View -
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Epic Burger
Better BurgerChicago's original better burger concept now serving Evanston on Sherman Ave.
1622 Sherman Ave · Evanston
FoodIndex Score 73.27View -
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Smashburger
Smash BurgerSmashburger's signature smashed patties on one of Chicago's most central corners.
360 N Michigan Ave · The Loop
FoodIndex Score 72.78View -
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The Butcher’s Tap
Craft Burger BarA butcher-driven craft burger and tap bar with quality local cuts in Lakeview.
3553 N Southport Ave · Lakeview
FoodIndex Score 72.65View -
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Devil Dawgs Evanston
Chicago DogsChicago-style hot dogs and gourmet toppings in Downtown Evanston.
921 Church St · Downtown Evanston
FoodIndex Score 72.20View -
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Norton's Restaurant
American TavernA classic American tavern and family restaurant in Highland Park.
1905 Sheridan Rd · Highland Park
FoodIndex Score 71.91View -
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Epic Burger
Better BurgerFresh, all-natural better burgers at Old Orchard in Skokie.
4999 Old Orchard Shop Center East Ring Rd · Skokie
FoodIndex Score 71.68View -
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NADC Burger
Smash BurgerBold, creative smash burgers making waves in Chicago's River North.
415 N Milwaukee Ave · River North
FoodIndex Score 71.47View -
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Northfield Restaurant
American ComfortA quiet neighborhood American comfort food spot in Northfield.
391 Central Ave · Northfield
FoodIndex Score 70.98View -
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BWB Shakes
Burgers & ShakesHand-crafted burgers and thick milkshakes in Highland Park.
586 Roger Williams Ave · Highland Park
FoodIndex Score 70.50View -
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Hackney's on Lake
Chicago Burger IconThe legendary Hackney's burger tradition on Lake Avenue in Glenview.
1514 E Lake Ave · Glenview
FoodIndex Score 70.29View -
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Charlie Beinlich's
North Shore TavernA Northbrook institution for tavern burgers and cold drinks since 1948.
290 Skokie Blvd · Northbrook
FoodIndex Score 70.29View -
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Burger Factory Lombard
Craft BurgersFreshly crafted burgers with quality ingredients in Lombard.
432 E Roosevelt Rd · Lombard
FoodIndex Score 70.03View -
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Famous TacoBurger
Taco & BurgerA fun, unique mashup of tacos and burgers in Evanston.
2901 Central St · Evanston
FoodIndex Score 69.42View -
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Michael’s Grill & Salad Bar
American GrillFresh grilled American food and a well-stocked salad bar in Highland Park.
1879 2nd St · Highland Park
FoodIndex Score 69.02View -
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The Loyalist
New AmericanA critically acclaimed, subterranean burger and new American dining experience in the West Loop.
177 N Ada St · West Loop
FoodIndex Score 68.88View -
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Redhot Ranch
Chicago DogsClassic Chicago-style hot dogs and burgers at a Skokie favorite.
4811 Dempster St · Skokie
FoodIndex Score 67.97View -
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Prairie Grass Cafe
Farm-to-TableAward-winning farm-to-table American cuisine in Northbrook from celebrated chefs.
601 Skokie Blvd · Northbrook
FoodIndex Score 67.82View -
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The Claim Company
American TavernA classic American tavern and grill serving Northbrook for years.
776 Skokie Blvd · Northbrook
FoodIndex Score 67.62View -
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Fred's Garage
Casual AmericanCasual American comfort food and burgers in a fun, relaxed Winnetka setting.
574 Green Bay Rd · Winnetka
FoodIndex Score 67.37View -
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Hackney's on Harms
Chicago Burger IconOne of Chicago's most legendary burger institutions, serving Glenview since 1939.
1241 Harms Rd · Glenview
FoodIndex Score 67.25View -
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Small Cheval
Smash BurgerSmall Cheval's celebrated smash burger now serving the University of Chicago community.
1307 E 53rd St 1st Floor · Hyde Park
FoodIndex Score 66.21View -
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NADC Burger
Smash BurgerNADC's acclaimed smash burgers now serving Chicago's Wicker Park.
1426 N Milwaukee Ave · Wicker Park
FoodIndex Score 66.10View -
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Small Cheval
Smash BurgerSmall Cheval's iconic double smash burger in Chicago's Fulton Market.
1352 W Lake St · Fulton Market
FoodIndex Score 65.88View -
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Harry’s Hamburgs
Loop ClassicNo-frills classic burgers served fresh in the heart of Chicago's Loop.
125 S Clark St · The Loop
FoodIndex Score 65.49View -
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Burger Papi
Smash BurgerBold, creative smash burgers on Chicago's Southwest Side in Garfield Ridge.
5728 S Archer Ave · Garfield Ridge
FoodIndex Score 65.38View -
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Burger Baron Restaurant
Noble Square ClassicA long-running neighborhood burger institution in Chicago's Noble Square.
1381 W Grand Ave · Noble Square
FoodIndex Score 64.32View -
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Irving's for Red Hot Lovers
Chicago DogsClassic Chicago red hots and street food favorites in Wilmette.
3207 Lake Ave # B · Wilmette
FoodIndex Score 63.66View -
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Mister J's
Gold Coast BurgerA laid-back Gold Coast burger and bar spot with neighborhood character.
822 N State St · Gold Coast
FoodIndex Score 63.57View -
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Halal Smash Burger
Halal SmashHalal-certified smash burgers and Philly cheesesteaks in Lincoln Square.
5019 N Western Ave · Lincoln Square
FoodIndex Score 63.46View -
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Good Eats Group
American ComfortQuality American comfort food with a casual, welcoming vibe in the South Loop.
1150 S Michigan Ave · South Loop
FoodIndex Score 59.92View -
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SALT burgers
Craft BurgerSALT's acclaimed craft burgers and fries now in Streeterville on Grand Avenue.
600 E Grand Ave · Streeterville
FoodIndex Score 59.25View -
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Burger End Zone
Sports Burger BarGame-day burgers and bar fare near Soldier Field in the South Loop.
1410 Special Olympics Dr · South Loop
FoodIndex Score 57.01View -
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Small Cheval
Smash BurgerAu Cheval's iconic smash burger concept comes to the North Shore in Wilmette.
1139 Wilmette Ave · Wilmette
FoodIndex Score 53.02View
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