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Ed Debevic's

Ed Debevic's

(Now Closed)
Diner, American Restaurant, and Burger Joint$$$$
River North, Chicago
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  • David W.
    David WagnerAugust 22, 2014
    Great Chicago style food served fast and hit. Don't let the crude & rude act put you off its all part of the show. Gotta love the staff dancing on the counters.
  • Ed Debevic's
    Ed Debevic'sJune 8, 2015
    Why jump on the Blackhawks bandwagon when you can jump on the Ed Debevic's milkshake bandwagon? Seriously, our milkshakes are amazing.
  • Social N.
    Social News NetworkNovember 28, 2013
    The Route 66 burger is pretty swell, just don’t expect friendly service. The staff prides itself on being snarky. It’s part of the experience. You'll have fun.
  • Time Out Chicago
    Time Out ChicagoAugust 2, 2014
    The wise-cracking waitstaff at this Disney-esque diner is as much a part of its gimmick as the retro memorabilia and music. Read more
  • Chicago magazine
    Chicago magazineApril 16, 2012
    Pseudo-’50s diner where oldies music, signs like "Eat and Get Out," and abusive waiters dancing on the counter are all part of the gig. Burgers, fries, and creamy malts. Read more
  • Jelena
    JelenaMarch 8, 2014
    Get the World's Smallest Ice Cream Sundae! (Pro tip: No need to save room for dessert.)
  • Andrea C.
    Andrea CollinsAugust 18, 2013
    The food isn't that great and everything is 10 bucks and up. There's not much to choose from either but the staff was funny and I guess it's a good place to take your kids. Parking is 8 dollars..
  • Cheryl A.heart icon on user image
    Cheryl AbarayJuly 28, 2015
    Great vibe. Awesome waitstaff!!! Love the 'tude!
  • Matt J.
    Matt JordanApril 30, 2012
    Great food, hilarious staff, and an authentic vibe that's second to none.
  • Nancie S.
    Nancie SandersonDecember 3, 2011
    A 50's diner version of Dicks Last Resort. Fun for the whole family in spite of the meatloaf that tastes a bit like Alpo!
  • TeaBelly
    TeaBellySeptember 10, 2011
    Food is pretty good. The "attitude" from the staff is all part of the experience. Enjoy it, play along...They don't mean it!
  • Time Out Chicago Kids
    Time Out Chicago KidsJanuary 11, 2012
    Kids have no excuse to be bored here, with all of the theatrical commotion. Just try sneaking in a conversation over vanilla Cokes and fries before the waitstaff launches into “YMCA.” Read more
  • Scott Kleinberg
    Scott KleinbergMay 25, 2012
    The attitude is free with the meal. Enjoy it and those milkshakes. Tasty!
  • Mike L.
    Mike LangworthyApril 7, 2013
    just awesome ,,, always a great time!!! awesome place to take the kids
  • Ed Debevic's
    Ed Debevic'sJune 12, 2015
    Party at Ed's. Seriously we're tons of fun.
  • Brad H.
    Brad HobackMarch 19, 2011
    Food was good -- the blue cheese burger was great. Share a malt with a friend; we didn't, but should have -- they're big!
  • Max B.
    Max BeyerApril 4, 2012
    Great sarcastic humor, and good food. No splitting checks though, so bring cash!
  • Camden L.
    Camden LambertMarch 25, 2011
    Great food, hilarious staff....love the fact that the are a little on the asshole side makes it fun
  • Giovanna M.heart icon on user image
    Good food and funny staff!
  • Eddy G.heart icon on user image
    Eddy GonzalezNovember 3, 2015
    Snarky diner waiters that has yummy 50's nostalgia
  • Mark B.heart icon on user image
    Mark BrouchAugust 9, 2014
    Very gimmicky. Kids love it.
  • Kristina B.
    Kristina BurrisDecember 31, 2012
    The cheeseburger and fries were just okay. Ask for biscuits the waiter, he's awesome
  • Bigmac E.
    Bigmac EaterSeptember 10, 2011
    Food is decent, but if you're expecting manners and a regular meal, probably best to go elsewhere. It's quite a fun place to go, especially in a group and the rudeness is all part of the 'experience'
  • Stacy R.
    Stacy RoppJuly 20, 2014
    Great food, great fun! We love Thumper!
  • Ashland T.
    Ashland ThomasMarch 29, 2013
    Been here 5+ times
    Best Turkey Reuben I've had in Chicago!
  • Kyra K.heart icon on user image
    Kyra KuriataAugust 8, 2014
    Their attitudes are funny and i like to mess with them
  • Steff W.
    Steff WhoisSteffReedNovember 23, 2011
    This place is really awesome!! Excellent food and entertaining hosts...douche baggery at its best
  • TV Food Maps
    TV Food MapsAugust 26, 2014
    Check out Ed Debevic's Diner as seen on Food Paradise Read more
  • Rodrigo B.
    Rodrigo BulmanNovember 26, 2012
    Don't be scared if the servers rush you up. That's Ed style!
  • Jean W.
    Jean WoodardMarch 11, 2013
    Burger and shake was great but the fries were a little undercooked and very greasy
  • RieRie
    RieRieJune 29, 2013
    Ask for Chachie ....he's da bomb!
  • Emily E.
    Emily ElwoodSeptember 22, 2011
    Great service and great food fun atmosphere its awesome!!! :)
  • Kaleigh D.
    Kaleigh DeLuccaAugust 1, 2011
    Ask for Pinky she's the biggest asshole here. Job well done it was so fun!!
  • Drake B.
    Drake BurrellMay 24, 2013
    I found it very funny. You have to have a sense of humor. .. lol
  • Gary S.heart icon on user image
    Gary ShultzDecember 6, 2014
    Love the wait staff
  • Sydney B.
    Sydney BishopMarch 12, 2011
    This place is a must if you have children it's fun and great food.
  • Debbie M.
    Debbie MikaApril 8, 2013
    Hallerious place!!!!! Short-stack is super funny!!! :)
  • mikkie l.
    mikkie loDecember 14, 2014
    I love their milkshakes!
  • Lee S.
    Lee ShultzJune 21, 2014
    Watch out for the uneven sidewalk. My daughter ended up falling & skinned her leg, & no one even bothered to come out & look at it. Shame on them.
  • ⭐Melania F.
    ⭐Melania Frn⭐January 24, 2014
    As seen on Travel Channel's Diner Paradise!
  • Michael K.
    Michael KendleSeptember 2, 2013
    Make sure you propose to your waitress.
  • mtnbke
    mtnbkeAugust 22, 2010
    Here's a photo of our server, Wendell, doing the YMCA dance. Click the "More Info" button! Read more
  • Brant
    BrantApril 16, 2013
    This place needs a visit from Gordon Ramsey. Food the kitchen has cooked sat in the pick up area ignored by staff for almost 10 min.
  • Helen C.
    Went for sons bday last night. Was there almost 2 hrs. Night was slow, & so was service. Staff only got up once to perform. Aren't theatrics the reason the prices are so inflated? Disappointing.
  • Tony P.
    Tony PiazzaAugust 15, 2013
    Get the Ziggy and Shorty section
  • Ally R.heart icon on user image
    Ally RochefortJuly 9, 2013
    Love the "playing around service" 👍
  • Marisa R.heart icon on user image
    Marisa RuizApril 19, 2013
    Don't expect good service. Sat for 15 min without our drink order being taken & our server stopping by once to throw hats at us & then ignore us. Walked out, told hostess we were going. She said "ok".
  • Robert B.
    Robert BarnacleSeptember 1, 2012
    Sub par burgers. I got the route 66 and it wasn't anything special. You're paying for an experience, not quality food. Overall, good experience, but I won't go again.
  • Bailey J.
    Bailey JexJuly 3, 2012
    This is a dinner with an attitude. So don't think the waitresses are rude but it's their job. It's kinda funny sometimes
  • Sarah S.
    Sarah ShehataApril 7, 2011
    Place with attitude and style! The more you tip us, the friendlier we are!
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