Au Cheval

Au Cheval Reviews

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• Great burger!!! And fries

  by Francisco N

  
  

• Waiting for two hours ☺️

  by Hatem T

  
  

• Delicious cocktails and traditional cheeseburgers

  by Jay M.

  
  

• Self described as a “diner style bar & restaurant with a passion for eggs,” Au Cheval is getting most of their acclaim from their top notch burger which many claim is the best in the country.

  by Hudson Sutler D

  
  

• This is how bacon is supposed to beThe fries, they blend so perfectlyThe cheese up in here is goin' hamDayum, dayum, dayum!

  by Luke M

  
  

• Expect queues of 1.5 hours in the week and up to 3 hours during Fri-Sat. Definitely worth it but be prepared to wait.

  by Luke M

  
  

• So overrated and crowded not worth the waiting!

  by Bashayer G

  
  

• Best Chicago Gourmet Burger

  by Chris I

  
  

• Cheeseburger with bacon and a fried egg

  by Julia M.

  
  

• Burgers 🍔

  by James K.

  
  

• جربت الفرنش فرايز ولذييذ مرره، لكن!! صار مقلي في دهن "Fat" خنزير! #خرب_عليهم

  by Khaled A.

  
  

• The burger!!

  by Jeff S.

  
  

• Serious burger place! The best burger I ever had in Chicago. Try the classic burger and the amazing marrow bones with marmalade.

  by Kurt E

  
  

• My favorite place for burgers! The wait can be long so definitely plan for that.

  by Natalie V.

  
  

• Burger. Duh.

  by Luke Stein

  
  

• one of the best bloody's in town. it comes with delicious pickled veggies

  by Jyoti G.

  
  

• excellent burger. the single is actually a double patty. ask for it with bacon (v thick cut)

  by Joseph R.

  
  

• fried bologne sandwich, single burger (imo add egg skip the bacon) glass of champagne? fries are fine. burger rates against anyone, bologne sandwich is in a class of it's own. green salad is nice

  by Benjamin P.

  
  

• Order a cheeseburger the way it comes, no subs.

  by Jared F

  
  

• 👍🏼 Cheeseburger

  by Tyson Gach

  
  

• Foie gras terrine with strawberry jam was outstanding!

  by Elena E

  
  

• Buuuurrrrger. Breakfast, lunvh and diner. Nothing should pass your taste buds

  by Jag J

  
  

• Seriously don't get what all the wow reviews are about. I mean the burger is pretty decent, but very salty and definitely not the best ever

  by Natalie

  
  

• Line before the place opened. The burger was good but overdressed and not exactly worth the hype. Other than that solid place, good food and drinks!

  by Vivian Ramirez

  
  

• Burger more than lived up to the hype, with great pickles and a nice beer selection to boot.

  by Drewski

  
  

• Best burger in town. Fries are great but I loved the gravy on the mash

  by Jill Fitzpatrick

  
  

• “I’ve only had 0.01 percent of America’s burgers, but this is by far the best I’ve ever tasted.” - Peter Jon Lindberg

  by CNTraveler

  
  

• No question. Gotta have a burger, bone marrow, and bacon.

  by Michael B

  
  

• If this is your 1st time, go for the single burger, you will LOVE the bacon¡

  by Juan Isaias C

  
  

• Fried and burger :-)

  by c C

  
  

• Obviously the burger (be warned: the single is a double and the double a triple), but don't sleep on the General Jane's chicken and side of bacon.

  by Ben K.

  
  

• Pretty good burger. I wouldn't say the best! Definitely not worth the 2 hour wait. They don't take reservations!

  by Meme S

  
  

• Your meal should always include the fried bologna sandwich and indulgent crispy fries with mornay sauce, garlic aioli and a fried egg. For a twist, you could get the potato hash with duck gravy.

  by Chicagoist

  
  

• Make a reservation! The wait is long but worth it. A must for all foie gras lovers.

  by Samantha Mae A

  
  

• Nothing. For what its worth, if a restaurant cant do reservations in this day and age, it is pure BS. Check out other great places nearby and just skip this overrated joint!

  by Ashish Z

  
  

• Burger with egg! Also amazing cocktails.

  by Amanda T

  
  

• The bologna sandwich is too salty; others ok

  by Fit F

  
  

• Cheeseburgers, Bacon, Fries

  by Ryan M

  
  

• Lines. But worth it. Burger. Late night or brunch - chilaquiles.

  by Julianna

  
  

• Best burger ever 😀. Double cheese is in fact triple meet 😉

  by Milad Č.

  
  

• The line to get a table is insane (about 1-2hs!). Go early and grab a drink close by while you wait or plan to get lucky and get one of the 6 bar seats. The good news: It's really worth it.

  by Cristian L.

  
  

• Burger & beers here are good

  by Andre W.

  
  

• This is my favorite restaurant. They serve the best cheeseburger in the world. Get it with bacon and an egg.

  by Dane D.

  
  

• Burgers. Beer. Probably other things as well.

  by Jon Backhaus

  
  

• Just about everything. However this is still not the best burger in Chicago, those can be found at Bop-n-Grill. The burger was very good but the house made Bologna was OUTSTANDING. Fries best in Chi!

  by Jeff m

  
  

• The single cheeseburger is one of the best burgers I've ever had.

  by Tamir J

  
  

• The quality of food—crispy potato hash with duck heart gravy; foie gras, scrambled eggs and toast; and those damn tasty griddled burgers—puts this spot in a new category.

  by Eater

  
  

• "This burger is awesome."- Sarah Grueneberg

  by Chefs Feed

  
  

• Get the burger with a fried egg. So good.

  by Courtney T.

  
  

• Wtf? Do not understand. Awful burger, didn't even finish it. Emperors new clothes situation.

  by Suraj A

  
  

• Yeah, the burger is as good as they say!

  by Barry H.

  
  

• Maybe I had too high of an expectation after hearing all the good things, the burger was way too salty for me. But someone suggested to add Foie Gras would be a genius idea!

  by Shane

  
  

• That burger, with the bacon and egg. Wow!

  by Peter G.

  
  

• Holy S*** was that an amazing burger!!! The egg and bacon really made it. The vibe and the drinks were great. I can't recommend this place enough!!

  by Josh J

  
  

• The burger. Get the burger. Don't waste your time looking at the menu. Just get the burger.

  by Justin T

  
  

• Au cheval has landed on Eater's Best Brunch Spots in Chicago list by serving one of the best hangover brunches in the city. The chilaquiles comes in two sizes: huge and massive.

  by Chicagoist

  
  

• The burger

  by Chris W

  
  

• Worth the hype. Get the 'Double Burger', which is actually a triple patty, bacon and an egg. Eat half of it, celebrate victory, and save the other half for later. You're welcome ;)

  by Kenny U.

  
  

• The Single Cheeseburger!

  by Michael S.

  
  

• The bone marrow is the best I've ever had! And of course, the burger is a must-have.

  by Jane L.

  
  

• The burger with foie and bacon is honestly the best one I have ever had. Go early and put you on the list. Otherwise it is impossible to get a table

  by Cristina D.

  
  

• Well worth the 1.5 hour wait...the crispy fries with egg is must, but a surprise hit was the smashed potatoes with gravy! An absolute must for out of towners and locals alike.

  by Alysse Q

  
  

• One of the best Burgers you may ever have. Come early as it gets crowded and may wait hours. Single burger is 2 patties, double burger is 3 patties. Fries with mornay sauce is great side! Enjoy!

  by Marco G

  
  

• Hey Au Cheval, you should join Freebie! It’s pretty rad and the benefits are great for both you and me. Check it out! http://taps.io/freebie

  by david D

  
  

• Roasted bone marrow

  by Jose R

  
  

• Cheeseburger

  by Jeff C.

  
  

• Very good burger. I got the 8oz. Perfect size.

  by Jeff C.

  
  

• I suggest the double, which is actually a triple.

  by Derek Q.

  
  

• Yes, the burger is delicious, but the duck gravy hash is a must get as well.

  by aneessa V

  
  

• The burger is amazing but it gets really busy by 5pm so plan for an early dinner

  by Amy R.

  
  

• Not convinced it is the best burger jn America. It's tasty and reallllly drenched in sauces.

  by Julie F.

  
  

• Very rude staff, especially general manager and hostess, only two burger options on the menu. It's not worth 2 hour wait on weekend.

  by Марфуша

  
  

• 미국 최고의 햄버거!! 언제 오더라도 기본 대기 시간 2~3시간이 있으니 미리 계획하고 오세요! 웨잍리스트에 전화번호 남기면 순서가 왔을 때 문자로 알려주니 주변에서 와인이나 맥주 마시면서

  by Johngwon K

  
  

• The double cheeseburger with bacon and an egg.

  by Eli R

  
  

• The burger is excellent (medium only but they cook it great). Skip the egg as it doesn't need it and distracts from the amazing pickles, onions and Dijon.

  by Alex M.

  
  

• Ok it's not only about food, it's also about the energy. This is a beautiful gastropub in Fulton Market with cheeseburgers to die for! Kitchen is closed between 3-5pm btw

  by Ayse Ruya A

  
  

• Delicious food! Amazing chicken!

  by Juan A.

  
  

• The cheeseburger was amazing!

  by Libby C

  
  

• The single with egg and bacon is heavenly.

  by Anamaria H.

  
  

• Mejores hamburguesas que he comido. Picles y tocino hechos en casa, recomiendo las hashbrowns!

  by Adolfo H

  
  

• Get the burger Au Cheval style. Sooooo good.

  by Amol K.

  
  

• Burgers fries and blueberry muffin

  by Renae K.

  
  

• Melty cheddar and Dijon mayonnaise result in slippery, sloppy goodness. The server will ask if you'd like your burger "au cheval," (with a fried egg), which does enhance the flavor of the sandwich.

  by Chicagoist

  
  

• After last call for its full dinner offerings at 11:55 p.m., the kitchen switches to a more compact menu that includes its vaunted cheeseburger and fried bologna sandwich.

  by Chicago Tribune

  
  

• Burger with bacon

  by Peter B

  
  

• The horse meat burger is excellent. Not too gamey.

  by Mat B.

  
  

• Hey Au Cheval, you should join Freebie! The benefits are amazing for both you and me.

  by Abbie

  
  

• The cheeseburger was one of the best I've ever had. I'd highly recommend sitting at the counter to watch the kitchen crank out some very sophisticated dishes for a diner style atmosphere.

  by Latham B.

  
  

• The wait can be insane but the food is great. Don't miss the burger.

  by Molly Lynn

  
  

• Bologna sandwiches

  by Jorge Chavez

  
  

• One of the best burgers I've ever had!

  by Mark S.

  
  

• Hey Au Cheval, you should join Freebie! The benefits are amazing for both you and me.

  by Bwashena B.

  
  

• The burger was amazing. It earns it's right as one of the best burgers in the city.

  by Claire Pistek

  
  

• Easily my favorite burger and restaurant in Chicago. Simple and superb!

  by Le Jordan

  
  

• Best burger in city. Get a double with bacon

  by Brandon

  
  

• Went here to rate it as a bar knowing full well that it's more of a restaurant. Food did not disappoint & the craft cocktails are just as delightful.

  by Chicago Bar Bracket

  
  

• Went here to rate it as a bar knowing full well that it's more of a restaurant. Food did not disappoint & the craft cocktails are just as delightful.

  by Chicago Bar Bracket

  
  

• Awesome cheeseburger! You can add bacon or an egg. But just go for the plain one and you're good. Also, the fries are a must.

  by Andrés González

  
  

• Delicious burgers!

  by Todd K.

  
  

• The burger is amazing.

  by Dan

  
  

• The Bologna sandwich. Religious. Please, please indulge. I speak from the heart.

  by Joe D.

  
  

• Must try their famous burgers and top it with bacon and an egg! Fries come with a garlic aioli which is the bomb.

  by Melissa A.

  
  

• Where to begin the burgers are the best in Chicago! The Fried Chicken is a great appetizer for the whole table and if you go after midnight the chilaquiles are a site to be seen.

  by Christopher Michael

  
  

• Probably the best burgers (and chilaquiles outside of an authentic Mexican restaurant) in the city!

  by Ryan

  
  

• Double Cheese Burger add fried egg & thick cut peppered bacon.

  by Seth T.

  
  

• The cheeseburger is one of the best dishes I've had in Chicago. The bacon is out of this world. Thick cut slice with savory flavor. The fried egg with it's yolk adds a perfect touch to the burger.

  by CC_♔. B

  
  

• One of the top three burgers I've ever had; as good as Island Burger in Hell's Kitchen, Manhattan and Ray's Hell Burger in Arlington, VA.

  by Maurio Fiore

  
  

• Get a burger with foie gras and an egg. It's worth it.

  by Jennifer N.

  
  

• The burger is obviously where it is at - but - I also really enjoy the griddled sausage.

  by Mike

  
  

• I absolutely love you Au Cheval! Check out Freebie today!

  by Sheraz Khan

  
  

• Outside of the amazing burgers, the honey fried chicken is phenomenal. Bone marrow is amazing as well. Don't forget your Jameson with a pickle back shot!

  by Jen Marquez

  
  

• Best burger I have ever had!!! Totally worth the wait!!

  by Allison K.

  
  

• Get the single burger with foie gras. It's not on the menu. And if you are up for something new to the appetite, get the bone marrow. I wouldn't get it the second time though...

  by Andy Tao

  
  

• Food is cooked in pork grease! With that being said, fries are divine and they serve a damn good burger.

  by Rohaina H.

  
  

• Scrambled eggs and four gras

  by Michelle Lin

  
  

• Green salad is loaded with herbs. Great simple burger.

  by Nick Runyan

  
  

• الچيز بيرجر مع بيض 👍

  by Hamoud A.

  
  

• The burgers are delicious, definitely add on a fried egg!

  by Tamara K

  
  

• I don't usually like eating burgers...but the cheeseburger is amazing!

  by Teresa

  
  

• Believe everything people say about the burger and the bone marrow. Sit at the bar and talk with the guys cooking. Fantastic place.

  by ben m.

  
  

• The burger is famous but the desserts are even better!

  by Rob W.

  
  

• Hot damn ... That's a good burger. All the way from Brooklyn for Chicago Marathon and I don't want to leave just yet. And get a Hugh Malone IPA. It's totally def!

  by Curtis R.

  
  

• Best burger :)

  by Yura L.

  
  

• I go here every time I'm in Chicago. The eggs and foie is amazing. House pickle backs FTW.

  by Ross R.

  
  

• Order a single cheeseburger with egg (and bacon) --- totally worth the 2.5 hour wait for a table! Have a "dark and stormy."

  by Lynn Marie F.

  
  

• Pro Tip: Arrive after midnight for the late night-only chilaquiles (though taking them down alone is ambitious).

  by Epicurious

  
  

• Ah man, I love this place but the service really suffers when the kitchen is closed. {sad face} get it together guys!

  by Xaarlin

  
  

• So hipster it hurts.

  by Kyle Crum

  
  

• Best burger I've ever had. Getting bacon and fried egg is a must.

  by George Miller

  
  

• Great atmosphere, though was a bit crowded when I went. But the burgers are delicious, the salads are huge, and the drinks are continuously flowing

  by Brittany Nicole

  
  

• Burgers are great

  by Charles Hazouri

  
  

• Ordered a second burger to be well done because first one was medium. The second burger was still pink. Great place but poor waiter experience. Was still charged for undercooked additional burger.

  by Amy J

  
  

• Go for brunch and get the Painkiller.

  by Kenney M.

  
  

• Good cheese burgers! Duck heart gravy hash browns were good too.

  by Pocket Sun

  
  

• Get the burger with a side of bacon

  by Kate Y.

  
  

• Burgers. Beer. Fries. All consistently stand-out bites.

  by Sarah K.

  
  

• Pegu Club is my new favorite cocktail.

  by Lala L.

  
  

• Pickles arrive both on and beside the burger, so you don't need to order a side of bread-and-butter pickles for $4.

  by Redeye Chicago

  
  

• OH MY GOODNESS BEST BURGERS IN THE CITY. GET IT WITH FOIE GRAS!!!

  by Kelly D.

  
  

• Burger. Duh.

  by freshandfoodie

  
  

• Hands down the best burger I've ever had.

  by Zach W.

  
  

• Chilaquiles are the best I've had. But the fried bologna sandwich is the best item on the menu...yes it's better than their burger. But if you go with someone I recommend splitting both.

  by Justin K.

  
  

• sit @the bar if you can. the wait is always ridiculous. @least an hour...

  by be r.

  
  

• Where single burgers are treated as doubles- delicious.

  by Connie J

  
  

• the 3 b's....beer, burger , bacon!!

  by Nick C.

  
  

• Nourriture authentique et savoureuse.

  by 🐾 🐩 Philanthropist Vincent Boucher 🍃 🌺

  
  

• Ambiance chaleureuse et conviviale.

  by 🐾 🐩 Philanthropist Vincent Boucher 🍃 🌺

  
  

• Delish. Single burger is actually a double. Get the bacon and egg. And pickles.

  by Ann S.

  
  

• If you get a waitress by the name of Danielle, run! She sucks.

  by Kevin A

  
  

• There's bacon, then there's Au Cheval bacon 💕

  by Natalie S

  
  

• Get the burger! A single has two patties and a double has a three patties. Also get the fries with the fried egg.

  by Holly W.

  
  

• Best cheeseburger in Chicago. Possibly anywhere.

  by Sean B.

  
  

• Foie gras scrambled eggs, fried chicken wings, cheeseburger!

  by Annie L.

  
  

• Best burger around.

  by Alex

  
  

• Burgers are Amazing!!!!

  by Nick D.

  
  

• Awesome burgers and great service!

  by Greg L.

  
  

• Awesome burgers and fries. Great Manhattans too.

  by Greg L.

  
  

• Best burger in town!

  by Marques D.

  
  

• Best burger on the planet! If you don't believe me try it. with bacon

  by Joel K.

  
  

• single cheeseburger with bacon and egg. order of french fries

  by Stina P.

  
  

• Kitchen closes from 3pm-5pm. Get there 4:45pm sharp and you won't have to wait in line. Otherwise, expect a 45-90 minute wait if arriving at 5:30pm or 6pm and later. Small diner, immense popularity.

  by Albert L.

  
  

• Get the bologna sandwich. I keep trying to order something different but I always go back to that delicious, greasy, sandwich.

  by Anamaria H.

  
  

• Jesus Christ the burger.

  by Randal C.

  
  

• Eat a burger. Do it! The chopped salad is pretty sweet, if you're not in a burger mood..

  by Brandon W.

  
  

• The Bologna Sandwich is to queue for... great burgers, nice beers, good music, excellent service, in conclusion a perfect place. Full review...

  by Odo

  
  

• Order light, the food is full flavor with large portions.

  by Branden Miller

  
  

• If you dont get bacon on your burger, you're doing it wrong

  by Terrence

  
  

• Chile con carne was amazing.

  by Leoncio M.

  
  

• The fried Bologna sandwich is amazing

  by Eric M.

  
  

• The au cheval burger is a must!

  by Anna-Claire L

  
  

• It's literally the best burger I've ever had

  by Spencer Burness

  
  

• Awesome burger/fries. Absolutely terrible service.

  by Josh W.

  
  

• The bone marrow. Whoa.

  by Becky J.

  
  

• If you get the single cheeseburger (which comes with two patties), get it "full throttle" with bacon and a sunny side up fried egg.

  by Mike S.

  
  

• Quick to kick you out if they're busy.

  by Jessica A.

  
  

• The Bloody Mary was amazing, strong and spicy with a bit of a sour kick. Get the fried bologna sandwich!

  by Rachel R.

  
  

• Best Burger in the city!

  by Michael

  
  

• Once you've eaten the burger, you'll understand the meaning of food melting in your mouth. Delicious!

  by Terence S.

  
  

• Sit at the bar and watch the mind blowing food born in front of you. The bacon cheeseburger will raise your savory standards. Or buck the trend and get the incredible fried bologna.

  by Josh W.

  
  

• You can never go wrong with thick cut bacon and egg on a burger. Oh ya, bone marrow on the side too

  by Kyle A

  
  

• $4.00 surcharge for ONE piece of BACON. REALLY???? Really big ripoff.

  by Jeff W.

  
  

• So tasty. Amazing bacon. Amazing burger.

  by Justin W.

  
  

• Double cheeseburger with egg. Might be the best I've ever had.

  by Sean S.

  
  

• add the egg. you're welcome.

  by Robert H.

  
  

• Good is good bad very bad bad waitress at the front Indian lady with tall black hair AVOID and speak with the manager directly

  by Rasheed

  
  

• The fried chicken is delicious. Better than Popeyes ;)

  by Bart T.

  
  

• This stylized diner does lots of things well. But the griddled burger is probably the best.

  by Serious Eats

  
  

• Foie and scrambled eggs <3

  by Rui L.

  
  

• The double cheeseburger is really a triple. Amazing fries. Get pickles for the table - refreshing and light to cut through a heavy meal.

  by Stephanie H.

  
  

• General Jane's Fried Chicken & House-made Bratwurst on a bed of smashed potatoes are where its at. Not to mention, have you tried their burgers? Yummm!

  by Jessica M.

  
  

• If you hate mayo, get the burger without it. It's still amazing without it.

  by Alex J

  
  

• They'll text you when your table is ready. Put your name in early, go drink on Randolph, leave your worries behing. Get the burger. Just a single. It's 3/4 lb. Add bacon. Devour.

  by Matthew W.

  
  

• The cheeseburger here may look like a simple, griddled double patty burger, but don't be fooled: this burger is what food writer Francis Lam calls "tremendous work, thin patty diner style magic."

  by Eater

  
  

• The generous schmear of mayo, the melted American cheese and the chopped raw onions that cut through the beef with a piquant bite are the real stars of this burger. http://tmoutchi.us/YmTIHi

  by Time Out Chicago

  
  

• General Jane's chicken is absolutely delicious! Also don't forget to get the single(or double) burger with a fried egg and bacon on top.

  by Sue I.

  
  

• Love this place. Great food and service. Try the pickle shot!

  by Erik W.

  
  

• Never go anywhere else ever

  by Alec O

  
  

• Best European style diner in town, great place to bring a date or bring a group of friends if you want to relax to good food.

  by Michael L.

  
  

• Crispy Potato Hash with Duck Heart Gravy!! And also Mille-feuille for dessert!

  by Gloria C.

  
  

• Mille Feuille

  by Gloria C.

  
  

• It can get crazy crowded so go at off times. I love everything here. It's one of the best casual hangout foodie spots around.

  by Nancy B.

  
  

• Must do a pickleback!

  by Heather S.

  
  

• Get the burger Au Cheval style!

  by Jace C.

  
  

• Fried Bologna

  by Ben M.

  
  

• Fried bologna sandwich is awesome. Bread and butter pickles balance out the richness.

  by Delane H.

  
  

• Amazing burgers here and nice ambiance.

  by Chris Hickey

  
  

• Awesome hipster diner. Get the balogne sandwich. Bacon is tasty too!

  by elizabeth f.

  
  

• Foie and eggs on toast. Wow!!

  by Amanda DeVries Hon

  
  

• The General Jane's Fried Chicken ($16.50), which is twice fried and lacquered with a dark, sticky and entirely addictive honey-ginger-chili sauce, is a must-have.

  by Crain's Chicago Business

  
  

• Get an herb-laced salad, stellar omelet and a lofty, lovely cream-packed mille-feuille at this French-inflected diner:

  by Tasting Table

  
  

• My new favorite place.

  by Richard N

  
  

• Try the Raw Vegetable Salad

  by Verne P.

  
  

• A gin Bloody Mary was outstanding!!

  by Randy H.

  
  

• So rich. So good. Burgers are unreal. Add egg and bacon.

  by Matt A

  
  

• Dope music. Played on a reel. Including tracks like Denehy. (Side A Track 8).

  by Max M.

  
  

• This Place has the best ambiance. From the suave soundtrack to the dope food, I'll be the mayor of this place some day

  by Melissa C

  
  

• If you want a better burger go to Grange Hall. If you want foie, try Maudes. If you bologna, go to Paul Kahan...he will still do it better and w/o the tude.

  by Ami B.

  
  

• Drink the Vieux Bonal

  by Steve H.

  
  

• 3 Orange Whips

  by charles