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The Bad Apple – Lincoln Park
Master Critic Review
The Bad Apple – Lincoln Park
8.2
The Bad Apple’s Lincoln Park outpost brings the North Center burger institution’s proprietary short rib–brisket blend to a Belden Avenue patio and late-night bar setting. Burgers like The Bad Apple Burger and Da Bears Burger land as hefty, beer-friendly plates that justify a slightly higher tab for serious burger hunters.
Must-Try Dishes:
The Bad Apple Burger, Da Bears Burger, Southern Dandy Burger
Scores:
Value: 7.4
Service: 7.9
Consistency: 7.6
Food Quality: 8.8
Atmosphere: 8.1
Cultural Relevance: 6.7
What makes it special: A burger-focused bar where a proprietary beef blend anchors creative, late-night patties.
Who should go: Burger obsessives wanting craft beer with serious sandwiches.
When to visit: Late-night Fridays when the kitchen runs close to midnight.
What to order: The Bad Apple Burger, Da Bears Burger, Southern Dandy.
Insider tip: Pair a signature burger with seasoned fries and a draft; the burger-and-beer combo is the move here.