Au Cheval

Lives up to the title of best burger! My ideal order is the single cheeseburger with the egg and bacon. We usually split this between two people so that we...

What an awesome place! I wish I took a photo of the burger but it was so good I couldn't wait. It gets busy quick so get there early. Besides the burger and awesome fried chicken made with coke, the staff was great too! Our waitress was fast and friendly and the host was giving recommendations from the menu and even got us some of that fried chicken on the house because he believed in it so much.... He was right. He also gave us some coffee shops recommendations as well. we tried those and he was right again!

Great burger and espresso martini! We were surprisingly able to walk in and get seating near the bar almost immediately. I would recommend calling ahead to get your reservation though. Ambience was low key with a nice amount of hustle and bustle. Sneaking away from the cold weather and biting into a warm burger is one of life’s simplest joys!

Food and service is AMAZING! By far the best burger I've had in a very long time. The staff also offered me their bone marrow as a taste test since it was...

Stepping into Au Cheval is like being transported back in time, With their dark leather interior its a wonderful escape form the hustle and bustle outside!...

A great place with extraordinary ambience and great burgers. The place is certainly worth a visit and especially the Burgers suppose to be good. I do not eat meat so I had a veggie Sandwich. If you are a meat lover you will love this place and for the vegetarians there is also a few choices. I have to mention the attentive service. The waitress was well aware of the ingredients and she even mentioned that the fries are not really vegetarian since they are cooked in beef fat. I find that service outstanding and therefore I also recommend this place :)

Great place to stop for lunch esp. driving from out state. Ordered the bacon add on which we did and it was great. We saw others trying the wings ; perhaps...

Au Cheval was so good and definitely worth it! My wife and I were on vacation in Chicago and visited around noon on a Saturday. There was a short line to check in. We waited about 10-15 minutes, and then were given a 45 minute wait time. (We visited the book store around the corner, which I would HIGHLY recommend.) We were very impressed by everything at Au Cheval, and it was definitely worth the wait. I see the burger gets a lot of hype, but it was honestly one of the best burgers I've ever had. We also got the bologna sandwich, which was great as well. The drinks menu was very impressive, with a pretty big and very good quality beer and wine list, and a cool cocktail menu which included some classics which fit the food and vibe nicely. There were also some interesting drink specials, and a bunch of unique items on the menu. The service, however, was extremely good. The woman who was taking care of us was really really good-very attentive without making us feel rushed. She was giving the same great service to every table. We would re-visit and wait in line to eat here again anytime. On our next trip to Chicago we will absolutely be back.

Really good burger and great draft selection. Cheese was melted perfectly and the single is definitely enough meat to satisfy. I would honestly recommend not getting the bacon on the burger as it adds too much sweet and Smokey flavor and takes away from the beef itself. The slices are super thick and delicious, but it doesn’t pair with the burger that well. The egg was a great addition though. I’d also advise to order things in waves as we tried to space out of dinner but ended up with all our food on the table at the same time. They definitely bring the food out pretty quickly! Try the bone marrow, it is super tasty with that jam. Just fatty goodness.

I see why Au Cheval is the number one burger in the country! The ambiance is very welcoming and vibrant. Yes, the rumors are true. The wait can be 2-3 hours but I promise you it is absolutely WORTH IT! There are bars nearby that know people come and have a drink or two because they are waiting for a seat at Au Cheval. The burgers melt in your mouth and never ever get an Au Cheval burger without the bacon or egg. Please come to this Chicago classic when you are in town! I always go back at least 2-3 times in the summer. Finally, the service is phenomenal! And if you get a chance to sit at the bar, please do not pass this opportunity because you will have a chance to experience the energy of the chefs and watch how they make America's greatest burger!

If you’re thinking about visiting this place, DO IT!!! I been to Chicago many times although this was my first time at Au Cheval and it was definitely worth the hype. Wait was not bad at all about 30-40 minutes we walked to some nearby shops in the meantime. We got super lucky with outdoor seating in the tent on a beautiful sunny day. I wish I could remember the name of the waiter she was very friendly and cool made the experience that much better. We came for the burger like many others; It was the most delicious burger! It was so juicy yet no grease drip at all. the burger had the perfect amount of meat, cheese, and sauce. It was perfect and well put together. We got a side of ranch and fries and I cannot explain how good everything tasted. The best meal I’ve had in a while. Loved every single thing tabout this place. will return for sure !!!!! Thank you!