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Au Cheval
The burger people still wait for. Walk-in energy, diner luxury.
800 W Randolph St · $$ · Walk-in · Walk-in
Why it is on the list
Au Cheval is a diner that learned luxury and never gave the burger back. The line is real. The cheeseburger with bacon and an egg is the reason people stand on Randolph in January. Fries with Mornay are not a side; they are the second act. Walk-in only, which is either charming or infuriating depending on the hour. If you have out-of-towners and one night, this is the argument. If you live here, go at 5 or go late and stop checking the clock.
Address
800 W Randolph St, Chicago, IL 60607
Directions · All rooms on the map
Walk-in. Expect a wait, especially weekends.
No reservation book. Walk in.
Menu
Snapshot of the public menu — confirm dishes and prices with the restaurant.