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Ed Debevic's
(Now Closed)Diner, American Restaurant, and Burger Joint$$$$
River North, Chicago
The experts at Time Out Chicago and Chicago magazine recommend this place
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David WagnerAugust 22, 2014Great 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'sJune 8, 2015Why jump on the Blackhawks bandwagon when you can jump on the Ed Debevic's milkshake bandwagon? Seriously, our milkshakes are amazing.
Social News NetworkNovember 28, 2013The 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 ChicagoAugust 2, 2014The 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 magazineApril 16, 2012Pseudo-’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
JelenaMarch 8, 2014Get the World's Smallest Ice Cream Sundae! (Pro tip: No need to save room for dessert.)
Andrea CollinsAugust 18, 2013The 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..
Nancie SandersonDecember 3, 2011A 50's diner version of Dicks Last Resort. Fun for the whole family in spite of the meatloaf that tastes a bit like Alpo!
TeaBellySeptember 10, 2011Food 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 KidsJanuary 11, 2012Kids 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 KleinbergMay 25, 2012The attitude is free with the meal. Enjoy it and those milkshakes. Tasty!
Brad HobackMarch 19, 2011Food was good -- the blue cheese burger was great. Share a malt with a friend; we didn't, but should have -- they're big!
Max BeyerApril 4, 2012Great sarcastic humor, and good food. No splitting checks though, so bring cash!
Camden LambertMarch 25, 2011Great food, hilarious staff....love the fact that the are a little on the asshole side makes it fun
Kristina BurrisDecember 31, 2012The cheeseburger and fries were just okay. Ask for biscuits the waiter, he's awesome
Bigmac EaterSeptember 10, 2011Food 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'
Steff WhoisSteffReedNovember 23, 2011This place is really awesome!! Excellent food and entertaining hosts...douche baggery at its best
Jean WoodardMarch 11, 2013Burger and shake was great but the fries were a little undercooked and very greasy
Kaleigh DeLuccaAugust 1, 2011Ask for Pinky she's the biggest asshole here. Job well done it was so fun!!
Lee ShultzJune 21, 2014Watch 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.
BrantApril 16, 2013This 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 Clair DuffourMay 8, 2014Went 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.
Marisa RuizApril 19, 2013Don'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".
Bailey JexJuly 3, 2012This is a dinner with an attitude. So don't think the waitresses are rude but it's their job. It's kinda funny sometimes
Robert BarnacleSeptember 1, 2012Sub 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.
Sarah ShehataApril 7, 2011Place with attitude and style! The more you tip us, the friendlier we are!
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Permanently closed (Show more)
- Mon–Thu
- 11:00 AM–9:00 PM
- Fri
- 11:00 AM–11:00 PM
- Sat
- 9:00 AM–11:00 PM
- Sun
- 9:00 AM–9:00 PM
(312) 664-1707
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