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Burger Bar

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Burger Joint, American Restaurant, and Bar$$$$
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  • Yaqoob A.heart icon on user image
    Yaqoob AlobaidliNovember 13, 2014
    Burgers are super freaking awesome , one of the best ever on this planet
  • Chicago Tribune
    Chicago TribuneJanuary 10, 2017
    The order here is the chorizo chili mac and cheese, which is a steal. The molten cheese sauce coats each corkscrew noodle perfectly, with grape-sized hunks of chorizo lodged in every bite. Read more
  • Thrillist
    ThrillistSeptember 21, 2011
    BB's the latest entrant in the over-the-top burger game, with half pounders like the Hey Shortay (braised short rib patty w/ fennel) and the High Hog (pork burger topped with BBQ pork/bacon/ham). Read more
  • Dana J.heart icon on user image
    Dana JensenFebruary 21, 2015
    The truffle fries are great, and the mug club can get you more generous servings of beer. Buns are softer than I'd like, but the regular burgers are otherwise all very solid. Specials can be weird.
  • Jacob F.
    Jacob FordJune 29, 2019
    If they have the Spicy Shrimp Stacker, get it. If they don’t, beg prostrate on your knees for it back next month.
  • Redeye Chicago
    Redeye ChicagoAugust 3, 2014
    Meat-on-meat burgers called stackers—with short ribs, pulled pork or prosciutto piled on top of the beef patty—are the ultimate indulgence for carnivores at this eatery. Read more
  • Ashley S.heart icon on user image
    Ashley SullivanJanuary 29, 2015
    Absolutely amazing burgers! The craft beer list is extensive. You have to try the truffle fries!
  • Vuk N.heart icon on user image
    Vuk NikolicNovember 17, 2014
    Burgers, local beer and pearl jam in the background. Love this place. The stuff is really friendly.
  • Kirstjen L.heart icon on user image
    Kirstjen LorenzJuly 31, 2011
    Been here 25+ times
    Looking forward to trying another burger here. Hey Shortay & Les Urbain were both winners! The fries with bacon & blue cheese were very good & they have an excellent beer selection & make very good
  • L K.heart icon on user image
    L KAugust 7, 2014
    Fantastic beer selection. The burgers and location are both good for dinner. Don't forget to get a milkshake or malt for dessert!
  • Mariela G.heart icon on user image
    Mariela GormanMay 26, 2013
    Been here 5+ times
    The wings are incredible... Burgers to die for... And as for the root beer float, words can't explain how good. COME EXTREMELY HUNGRY!!!!
  • Joshua W.heart icon on user image
    Joshua WhitakerOctober 15, 2015
    Phenomenal burgers of every variety, piled with meats and gourmet toppings. Beer deals. And milkshakes guys. Milkshakes.
  • Scott Kleinberg
    Scott KleinbergApril 14, 2013
    Oh, the milkshakes! Try the malted milk ball madness (pictured) or the banana Nutella.
  • Justin R.heart icon on user image
    Justin RandAugust 11, 2014
    Been here 5+ times
    Great beer list, the burgers are as good as Kuma's, and the chorizo mac and cheese is incredible.
  • DAWN F.heart icon on user image
    DAWN FAIRLEYMarch 5, 2017
    I had the Hometown Burger and Sweet Potato fries. At $15, it was delicious!
  • Steve ‘Pudgy’ D.heart icon on user image
    Steve ‘Pudgy’ De RoseAugust 29, 2011
    Been here 5+ times
    Care with that name! This is a fast service casual restaurant with a spectrum of craft beer selections. Watch out for daily beer specials. Food is above-average.
  • Rafael F.
    Rafael FerrerAugust 9, 2014
    Try the beer flight. From the right to left: Bruce, Rosa and Lagunitas. Sounds good! ;)
  • C R.heart icon on user image
    C ReyOctober 19, 2012
    Been here 5+ times
    Good burger and beer options. Reasonably priced (for the city) and enough character to invite a friend next time.
  • e.g.
    e.g.October 2, 2010
    Great burgers (Les Urbain is a good choice). But the fries were disappointing--both truffle & sweet potato fries were under-cooked, and bleu cheese fries were bad (just dressing poured over them).
  • Chelsea G.
    Chelsea GrintMay 11, 2013
    Ballast point pale ale is amaze balls. I don't even like pale ales. Incredible after taste.
  • Ross G.
    Ross GuthrieApril 26, 2012
    Great selection I draft beer. Sit at the bar & chat with the bartender: they will take great care of you!
  • Tristal H.
    Tristal HunterJuly 2, 2013
    Good food big portions & my wings were half off because 2day was Tuesday
  • Shannon J.heart icon on user image
    Shannon JeropkeOctober 14, 2021
    It’s over priced but the food is very good. The beer list is great too.
  • Diane W.heart icon on user image
    Diane WittDecember 15, 2015
    Love the lemon pear cocktail. The sweet potato tots are the best!
  • Scott Kleinberg
    Scott KleinbergApril 14, 2013
    Burgers are great, fries are great, shakes are great. You know what? It's great.
  • Lorenzo S.heart icon on user image
    Lorenzo SoriceJuly 17, 2015
    The best sweet potato fries I've had in this city, hands down.
  • Joe K.heart icon on user image
    Joe KieferNovember 6, 2010
    Arrogant Bastard. First time I've seen this beer since 2003, and haven't had a better beer since. Expensive, but if you like dark beer you won't regret it. Trust me!
  • Cate C.
    Cate C.December 30, 2012
    Been here 10+ times
    Cider, gluten free burgers & buns - a celiac's heaven.
  • Brent G.heart icon on user image
    Brent GatewoodAugust 11, 2014
    Well, the burgers are the best thing about the burger bar. Great beer selection too!
  • Florian B.heart icon on user image
    Florian BOctober 21, 2018
    Been here 10+ times
    Without hesitation one of the best burger of my life. Period.
  • Kate L.
    Kate LeeNovember 14, 2011
    Les Urbain and the High Hog burgers are the best. Make sure to ask about the monthly special.
  • Giovanna F.
    Giovanna FretzNovember 12, 2010
    Been here 50+ times
    Must try the Tur-Duck-En Burger!!!!!! Arugula, cranberry chutney, brie, butternut squash, relish and rosemary aioli. HOLY GOODNESS!!!!!
  • Chicago Sun-Times
    Chicago Sun-TimesSeptember 10, 2010
    2 stars for a joint that makes a good burger, turns out tons of tasty toppings and creativity. But the service can leave you flat on your buns. Read more
  • Michael
    MichaelMay 23, 2011
    This burger changed my life. By far the best thing I've ever put in my mouth. Also there's a photo booth. A PHOTO BOOTH!! Read more
  • Annie E.
    Annie EricksonNovember 24, 2010
    Amazing burgers. Cooked perfectly. Try the horseradish cheddar!! I will be back despite the service being less than stellar.
  • Savitre
    SavitreAugust 3, 2014
    Been here 5+ times
    Sweet potato tots....a MUST get!!!
  • Kap L.
    Kap LangDecember 9, 2010
    Wild Bill w/ white cheddar was phenomenal. Service was great along w/ the specials and beer selection. Will definitely come back.
  • Serious Eats
    Serious EatsOctober 4, 2013
    The customizable burgers are good, but the sides are usually better.
  • Jeff E.heart icon on user image
    Jeff EarlyFebruary 20, 2016
    They get points for creativity but the burgers were expensive and average. Fries are single cooked fresh cut so limp and bland. If they prepared them correctly 2x fried they would be great.
  • Chris B.
    Chris BroylesOctober 6, 2011
    Been here 25+ times
    Always give the special burger of the day a try -- something special every time!
  • Sharon E.heart icon on user image
    Sharon ExleyJuly 6, 2013
    Been here 10+ times
    Sit outside and wait for a car to drive into the Apple Store! (Seriously happened)
  • Ryan C.
    Ryan ComerfordDecember 29, 2013
    Try the Fo-ghed-da-bout-it burger. And sweet potato tots.
  • Ruben W.
    Ruben WhitakerFebruary 25, 2014
    The side salad with the mustard vinaigrette is so good
  • Marco
    MarcoSeptember 20, 2010
    So far the best cheese burger place in the gold coast; half pound burgers plus home made chips delicious!!!!
  • Kimberly W.
    Kimberly WolfsonMay 4, 2012
    The Tallgrass Burger is amazing! Add the fried egg!
  • keli k.
    keli knightOctober 8, 2011
    The Les Urbain burger is awesome &amazing (Brie, onion jam, dijonnaise)
  • Kim
    KimFebruary 26, 2012
    Been here 10+ times
    Try the Veggie Burger - Great! One Of the best veggie burgers in the city.
  • Laurie R.
    Laurie RedmanJuly 31, 2010
    Chef John was a doll and the les urbain burger with Brie and onion jam marmalade with dijonnaise to die for.
  • Giovanna F.
    Giovanna FretzMarch 13, 2012
    Been here 50+ times
    Humboldt brown "hemp" brown ale is delish. I highly recommend this bottle!!
  • Michael V.heart icon on user image
    Michael Vechinski IIJanuary 3, 2015
    Been here 25+ times
    Truffle fries are amazing! Be sure to try the fried pickles.
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