(from chicagoist.com)
Chicagoist has put together a list of their top 32 favorite burger joints in Chicago, and they’re ready to go head-to-head. Some of these are dives, some are super fancy. Some are North Side, some are South Side, and a couple are in the ‘burbs. Some are famous for their burgers (including one that is supposedly one of the ten best burgers in America) while some are restaurants that just happen to have a really amazing burger on their menu.
BRGRBelly
Unusual toppings at a place that not only grinds its beef but bakes its buns.
Butcher & The Burger
Pick your meat, seasoning and toppings at this Lincoln Park hole in the wall.
Au Cheval
The long lines at this West Loop spot mean that many people think their burger is the very best, but being at the top can also inspire some dislike…
Owen & Engine
English pub does a loosely-packed, thick patty of beefy beef worthy of Beefeaters.
Red Hot Ranch
This hot dog stand also serves single-patty symphony in greasy, salty excess.
BIG & little’s
Eclectic place serving everything from tacos to shrimp po’boys does a mean hand-patted burger too.
Paradise Pup
Northwest siders and suburbanites line up for the char and Merkt’s cheese on these burgers.
Kuma’s Corner
The OG fancy burger place, now a cult classic – the only thing louder than the patrons clamoring to get in is the music on the speakers.
