Top 5 Barbecue in Cook County

1508 W Jarvis Ave, Chicago, IL 60626, United States

“Burger of the day which was gargonzola and mushroom with bacon was amazing. The cheese curds were also quite good, buuttt my seasoned garlic parm fries were extremely bland....oh well. And guys....you gotta offer onion rings as a side not just specifically with 1 burger.”

2133 S Halsted St, Chicago, IL 60608, United States

“Cute place and the food came out quick. Excited to come back over the summer to sit outside on the patio. Tacos were decent but I’m hopeful they will be a little less dry during the next visit! Drinks are tasty.”

1824 W Wabansia Ave, Chicago, IL 60622, United States

“We had our rehearsal luncheon here and it was perfect! Our guests were wowed by the classic atmosphere, and the food was incredible. I can’t believe how much food we got from the family style menu, by the time dessert came out people were STUFFED. The eggplant Parmesan I got was probably the best I’ve had in my life. We can’t wait to go back!”

2206 S Indiana Ave, Chicago, IL 60616, United States

“The food was good here. We sat at the bar and our bartender was very friendly and checked on us often. She was good at making sure everyone at the counter had a good experience and she checked in often. Our food came very fast. The place is on the smaller side. They are open pretty late. Overall good experience. Nice to catch a bite before an event at the wintrust arena.”

4500 N Lincoln Ave, Chicago, IL 60625, United States

“Delightful modern pub with Irish tradition but a new age feel. The breading for their fried foods is exceptional. Not a lot of seating inside so tables and bar space fill up. Add a nip to your draft for $4. Good selection of tasty beers. French onion soup was good and was loaded with onion. Buffalo vegetables were also good but too much food for just two of us. The fried mushrooms were the best part. Great recommendations from the staff. Highly recommend”

7427 Madison St, Forest Park, IL 60130, United States

“We had high hopes for this restaurant as we looked at the menu and saw the other reviews. We are vegetarian, so maybe the food wasn't really made for us, but we found the flavors to be lackluster. The initial bread basket was cold (not warm bread). The pizza had a nice thin crust but the cheese and flavors didn't seem good. I kept tasting something different in there that I felt was ruining the flavor ... Something like cheddar cheese type of taste. The service was wonderful though. The staff was really nice. For the price we paid, the meal was not worth it. Maybe non-vegetarians might have a different experience.”

3647 N Clark St, Chicago, IL 60613, United States

“Our server, Aliyah was amazing. Very attentive and super friendly! Food was delicious and atmosphere on brunch weekends is so lovely and fun. Highly recommend their brunch always!”

2301 W Roscoe St, Chicago, IL 60618, United States

“Overall we did not have a very good dinner experience. The food was ok, overpriced for what it was, very long wait times, and lacking service. We waited 1.5 hours to get our main food, 45 min for our appetizers, all the while mostly being ignored by our waiter. The entire time the long wait was never acknowledged by our servers and we saw our server very rarely, so we couldn’t even order more drinks as we waited. He took our two drinks off the bill at the very end without any prompting, which is appreciated, though what I would prefer is better service *during the experience* and at the very least an acknowledgement of the poor wait times. Instead we sat there waiting for food, not knowing how much longer it was going to be, contemplating ordering another glass of wine if the wait was going to be much longer, but also not seeing our waiter the whole time. Then the food was just ok. Prices are WAY too high for what it is. Croquettes are good, but nothing special about them to justify the price in my opinion. $18 grilled halloumi was very small, quite simple, and a little bland. It was recommended by our waiter. My lamb bolognese linguine dish was fine. It was flavorful, but the noodles were a little over cooked and completely not worth $26, even for the higher end dining experience this establishment is going for and comparing to similar establishments in the area. The mussels were the standout dish and I would recommend those. The ambiance is the best part, with a warm and inviting old European vibe going on. Maybe we’ll be back to try some of the other items, but most likely not for a full sit down experience again.”

214 S Hough St, Barrington, IL 60010, United States

“I have always wanted to try this place. So glad we did. Food was delicious! Friendly service and food came out very quick! Super impressed. Not afraid to overload on the whipped cream! I can’t wait to go back for lunch! Menu was mouth watering! Bring cash! They only take cash!”

1326 W Madison St, Chicago, IL 60607, United States

“We ordered it for delivery - which is not ideal but that’s how it happened - the food came not so warm - pizza was just ok, there was a weird taste, maybe the honey wasn’t what we expected - the cheese curds were fine not too much complaint / maybe one day I visit in person and update the review”

3057 W Logan Blvd, Chicago, IL 60647, United States

“Came here on a Sunday with friends for dinner and the service and food were both impeccable. Each dish had such unique flavors. Plates are designed to be shared and we had 6-7 dishes for a group of 5. Some highlights were the chicken katsu and the pork belly. The only dish we didn’t love was the octopus - it tasted a little bland and wasn’t very tender. The kitchen also sent out a couple complimentary dishes which was a nice touch on top of a great experience. All in all we had a great time and I can’t wait to come back!”

1008 W Armitage Ave, Chicago, IL 60614, United States

“I really enjoyed my time at this place. The staff was very nice and the restaurant was extremely clean. My food came out in a good amount of time, though I will say that I came at a time when there was really no one there. I ended up getting the Yo' Mamma xetra spicy chicken sandwich with thigh meat, and I loved every single bite of it.”

1600 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, IL 60647, United States

“The best place to meet friends for lunch, right by the blue line and multiple busses. The restaurant is a relaxed, clean, and fresh decor. Adrian was our waiter and anticipated anything we would need, but never made us feel rushed in spite of that we were visiting and weren't getting our orders figured out quickly. The food was amazing. The Robey Benedict was so good. The drinks were great too. We loved it and I'm sure we will go here whenever we are in town to meet up with friends. It is worth the price when it is a special occasion.”

710 N Wells St, Chicago, IL 60654, United States

“Excellent NYE experience! We made a reservation for NYE around 9pm. The decor and ambiance was really nice! It definitely gave an it’s time to party/ celebratory feel. We moved to the front bar area after sitting in the back for.a little while . I loved that they were playing hip hop music! I had the rigatoni and added shrimp. It was the best pasta I had ever tasted, well balanced, rich and creamy- it’s pasta heaven. We also had crab cakes, they were delicious, light and fresh. The restaurant also provided free champagne and party favors. I’ll definitely be going back!”

1924 S State St, Chicago, IL 60616, United States

“Just returning from ten years in Houston and happy to see Cafe Bionda made it through the pandemic. 🎊 My friend and I would eat there often and decided to visit yesterday. Food did not disappoint! My first grilled calamari was here ages ago and even though the recipe changed, the tenderness is the same. Burger was amazing. Wasn’t medium as ordered but the quality of meat made it taste like it was! Incredible. Can’t go wrong with homemade Tiramisu and what’s a Friday afternoon dining al fresco without a cocktail. Try the espresso martini. 7 Cellars with meal. Highly recommend.”

5481 N Northwest Hwy, Chicago, IL 60630, United States

“Called in a last minute order because we were in the mood for a good chicken sandwich. First time trying this place and definitely won’t be the last. Great chicken sandwich, but the tenders were the best we have ever had. Huge size and absolutely delicious. Homemade bbq sauce was also great. Very friendly service coupled with awesome food!”

4420 S Cottage Grove Ave, Chicago, IL 60653, United States

“My sorority sisters and I visited this establishment for our annual Galentine's outing. This was our first time here minus two people. We had a wonderful time. The vibe, food, drinks, and customer service were great. Our waiter had a great personality and was very attentive. I had the chicken and waffles. Everything was cooked perfectly. Of course, we enjoyed our Mimosa flight. The pomegranate and mango were awesome. The peach was cool. I didn't care for the one with the orange juice. It had a tart taste to it. I tasted more alcohol than a mix of the two. Our waiter was gracious enough to replace those drinks. Overall, customer service was great. The manager/owner, Susan, checked to see if we needed anything and asked how everything was. I will definitely come back and support this establishment.”

1448 N Wells St, Chicago, IL 60610, United States

“We had the nicest waitress named Katie and she was very courteous about her service and our needs. The food was great and the vibe was nice and energetic. We watched the College football championship game!”

5310 W Devon Ave, Chicago, IL 60646, United States

“Had the Edge Burger with a side of fries to go. Overall pretty decent but the patty was basic and not super flavorful, and the "blue" cheese (that's how it's spelled on their menu) was not what I was expecting in terms of flavor and quality. Their fries were good though, not too greasy. Overall not bad but nothing to write home about. Their BBQ items are probably much tastier as that's what they are more known for.”

2034 Ridge Rd, Homewood, IL 60430, United States

“Amazing gem in the heart if Homewood, IL. We had the La Voûte burger, salad and asparagus. The burger was more like a steak and cooked to perfection. It was 830, almost closing time and they treated us like we had all the time in the world. It was an awesome experience for the end of a long day.”