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Wolf & Company

1752 N Western Ave, Chicago, IL 60647
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Wolf & Company 8.0
Bucktown
Wolf & Company is a two-level restaurant, market, and bar perched directly on the 606 with a menu that runs from tavern pies and burgers to baby back ribs. Ribs here skew more ‘elevated bar food’ than hardcore smokehouse, but they pair well with cocktails and patio time overlooking the trail.
Must-Try Dishes: Half Rack Baby Back Ribs, Full Slab Ribs, Spicy Buffalo Wings
Scores:
Value: 6.7 Service: 8.2 Consistency: 7.6 Food Quality: 8 Atmosphere: 8.9 Cultural Relevance: 7.8
What makes it special: All-day restaurant and market off the 606 where baby back ribs share space with strong drinks and trail-facing patio seating.
Who should go: Groups wanting ribs with cocktails and a 606-adjacent hangout.
When to visit: Golden-hour evenings when the patio and bar feel most active.
What to order: Half rack or full slab ribs, a round of wings, and a house cocktail or local beer.
Insider tip: Book a table facing the trail and plan a pre- or post-dinner walk on the 606 to make the most of the location.
Logistics & Planning
Parking: Street parking on nearby residential blocks; can be tight during dinner and weekend trail traffic — allow extra time.
Dress code: Casual to smart-casual; jeans and sneakers are common, but many guests lean slightly dressy for evening patio and bar visits.
Noise level: Moderate to lively — conversation is possible at tables, but bar and patio can get energetic during peak hours.
Weekend wait: 30–60 minutes without a reservation, longer on warm patio-weather evenings.
Weekday lunch: Typically no wait; seating is usually available.
Dietary Options
Vegetarian options: Some options — look to salads, tavern pies, and a few bar bites.
Vegan options: Limited — may be possible with modifications, but not a core strength.
Gluten-free options: Select items can be modified (wings, salads, some mains); confirm with your server about cross-contact.
Good to Know
Is this good for a first date? Yes if you want a casual-but-fun atmosphere with drinks, patio seating, and trail views — less ideal if you want a quiet, intimate room.
Can I get a table without a reservation? Often yes, especially indoors on weekdays — on busy patio evenings, join the waitlist early or aim for off-peak hours.
Is it kid-friendly? Reasonably kid-friendly earlier in the evening; high-top and bar areas skew adult-focused, but standard tables and shared plates work for families.
Best For
Better for: Groups who want ribs, wings, and cocktails in a social setting with outdoor seating and 606 trail access.
Skip if: You’re seeking purist, smokehouse-style BBQ or a very quiet dining room.