Best Burgers Restaurants in Uptown & Andersonville (60640)
7 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: January 2026
Our Top Pick
Hopleaf Bar
A top-tier beer bar where the burger-and-frites combo is a legit destination order.
Notable Picks
#1
Hopleaf Bar
8.6
Vibes:
Business Lunch Power Players
Group Dining Gatherings
Happy Hour Hotspots
Comfort Food Classics
A beer-first Andersonville institution that quietly overdelivers on the burger lane—think a properly charred patty, gooey cheese, and frites that people treat as mandatory. Come hungry and order like a regular: burger + frites, then let the beer list do the rest.
Must-Try Dishes:
Slagel burger, Frites, Mussels
What makes it special: A top-tier beer bar where the burger-and-frites combo is a legit destination order.
#2
Lucy's
8.3
A colorful Uptown counter spot built around smashburgers and fried chicken that travel well for delivery and takeout. The move is a straight-ahead smashburger with fries, then one rich side (or a shake) if you’re treating it like a full-on comfort meal.
Must-Try Dishes:
Smashburger, Fried chicken sandwich, Milkshake
What makes it special: A reliable smashburger-and-fried-chicken counter that’s built for repeat orders.
#3
Ragadan
8.2
An Uptown counter that treats falafel like the main event, with Jordanian flavors and a menu designed for quick, high-satisfaction meals. The smartest order is one sandwich that shows off the texture—crisp outside, soft middle—plus one sweet closer if you’ve got room.
Must-Try Dishes:
Falafel sandwich, Labneh egg salad sandwich, Baklava milkshake
What makes it special: Falafel-first Jordanian cooking with a fast, modern counter rhythm.
Worthy Picks
7.9
Vibes:
Quick Bites Champions
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
Comfort Food Classics
Solo Dining Sanctuaries
A fast, loud, griddle-and-char spot where the burger move is simple: a straightforward sandwich built for speed, plus fries that hit best eaten immediately. Treat it like an efficient cravings run—order one burger (or slider) and keep the rest minimal.
Must-Try Dishes:
Char burger, Slider, Fries
What makes it special: A speed-first char-grilled burger stop that’s built for quick satisfaction.
7.8
A casual Uptown deli-style counter where the burger is a surprisingly strong play alongside fried sides and big sandwich energy. It’s at its best as a no-frills takeout order: one burger, one crunchy side, and you’re done.
Must-Try Dishes:
Deluxe cheeseburger, Jalapeño poppers, Fries
What makes it special: A deli-counter sleeper where the burger-and-fried-sides combo holds up.
#6
My Buddy's
7.8
A casual neighborhood sports bar where the burger is the right call when you want something hot, filling, and paired with a drink in a low-pressure room. Come for the bar energy, order the burger with a side, and treat everything else as optional.
Must-Try Dishes:
Buddy Burger, Tater tots, Wings
What makes it special: A neighborhood bar where the burger is the dependable order with drinks.
7.7
Vibes:
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
Quick Bites Champions
Comfort Food Classics
Solo Dining Sanctuaries
A neighborhood quick-bite counter where the appeal is comfort food you can grab without overthinking—burgers, fries, and Chicago standbys in a casual setup. Treat it like a straightforward cravings stop: one burger or combo, no extra detours.
Must-Try Dishes:
Cheeseburger, Fries, Pizza puff
What makes it special: A classic quick-bite counter for burgers and Chicago-style comfort combos.