Best Business Lunch Restaurants in Bucktown & Logan Square (60647)
5 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: January 2026
Our Top Pick
Lula Cafe
Pioneer Logan Square cafe with a deep track record of seasonal, often gluten-free-friendly cooking and an all-day neighborhood draw.
Notable Picks
#1
Lula Cafe
8.8
Vibes:
Brunch Bliss Spots
Business Lunch Power Players
Trendy Table Hotspots
Solo Dining Sanctuaries
Lula Cafe is Logan Square’s original market-driven cafe, long praised for seasonal plates, thoughtful brunch, and a menu with plenty of gluten-free-friendly options clearly marked. It’s a go-to for celiac-aware diners who still want creative cooking, strong coffee, and an always-busy neighborhood room.
Must-Try Dishes:
Pasta Yiayia, Lula Breakfast Burrito, Baked French Feta
What makes it special: Pioneer Logan Square cafe with a deep track record of seasonal, often gluten-free-friendly cooking and an all-day neighborhood draw.
#2
Le Bouchon
8.8
A tiny Bucktown bistro serving classic French plates—onion tart, escargot, steak frites—in a tight, wood-trimmed room that feels more Paris than Chicago. Regulars lean on the well-executed standards, deep wine list, and decades of steady cooking for date nights and small celebrations.
Must-Try Dishes:
French Onion Soup, Steak Frites, Moules à la Provençale
What makes it special: Long-running Bucktown bistro doing textbook French classics in a truly intimate room.
#3
BiXi Beer
8.4
Vibes:
Brewery & Beer Garden Republic
Trendy Table Hotspots
Instagram Worthy Wonders
Group Dining Gatherings
BiXi Beer is an Asian-inspired brewpub where dim sum brunch, noodle dishes, and house beers meet a multi-level space with a rooftop that plays well for longer lunches and casual client entertaining. The menu scales easily from shared dim sum to fuller plates, making it flexible for everything from quick status updates to celebratory team lunches.
Must-Try Dishes:
Beef bao with bulgogi, Kimchi small plate, Beef fat fries with spicy mayo
What makes it special: A Michelin-recognized brewpub where Asian-inspired plates actually stand up to the beers.
#4
Lardon
8.3
Lardon is a salumeria-focused cafe where house-cured charcuterie, crafted sandwiches, and a strong coffee and wine program power business lunches from morning through late afternoon. The compact dining room and patio work well for internal team catch-ups or casual client meetings that still feel considered.
Must-Try Dishes:
Charcuterie Board, Reuben Sandwich, Italiano Sandwich
What makes it special: A charcuterie-driven café where house-cured meats lean heavily French bistro.
Worthy Picks
7.9
Vibes:
Business Lunch Power Players
Outdoor Dining Oasis
Family Friendly Favorites
Group Dining Gatherings
The Royal Grocer & Co. is a Bucktown neighborhood bar-restaurant with a big patio, brunch-leaning mains, and a flexible menu that works for casual business lunches as well as family outings. Locally sourced ingredients, a solid burger, and the option for private dining make it useful for both quick project syncs and small offsite meetings.
Must-Try Dishes:
Breakfast Burrito, Royal With Cheese Burger, Chilaquiles
What makes it special: Patio-forward Bucktown spot with brunch-y mains, a strong burger, and private dining capabilities that translate well to informal business lunches.