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Affordable Chicago
Wildberry Pancakes & Cafe is one of Affordable Chicago.

1. Wildberry Pancakes & Cafe

9.0
130 E Randolph St, Chicago, IL
Breakfast Spot · The Loop · 481 tips and reviews
Cheesie's Pub and Grub is one of Affordable Chicago.

2. Cheesie's Pub and Grub

8.8
958 W Belmont Ave (at Sheffield Ave), Chicago, IL
Sandwich Spot · Lakeview · 170 tips and reviews

Jen M.Jen Marquez Ginn: Open late. Perfect late night drunken eats. Sandwiches are amazing. The Tenderizer is great. You basically can't go wrong.

Superdawg Drive-In is one of Affordable Chicago.

3. Superdawg Drive-In

8.9
6363 N Milwaukee Ave (btwn Devon Ave & Highland Ave), Chicago, IL
Hot Dog Joint · Norwood Park · 162 tips and reviews

Kevin M.Kevin McKay: Whoopskidog. (Tasty Polish w/"secret sauce," similar to BBQ.)

Portillo's is one of Affordable Chicago.

4. Portillo's

9.0
100 W Ontario St (at Clark St), Chicago, IL
Hot Dog Joint · River North · 666 tips and reviews

What's Good HereWhat's Good Here: Portillo's Chicago Hot Dog (mustard, relish, onions, sliced tomatoes, kosher pickle and sport peppers hugged by a perfectly steamed poppy seed bun)

The Roost Carolina Kitchen is one of Affordable Chicago.

5. The Roost Carolina Kitchen

1467 W Irving Park Rd (at N Greenview Ave), Chicago, IL
Fried Chicken Joint · Lakeview · 42 tips and reviews

Redeye ChicagoRedeye Chicago: Most people opt for the half bird, four pieces of fried chicken served with two sides such as cucumber coleslaw, mac 'n' cheese or bread pudding. The spicy chicken biscuits is another top pick. Read more.

Kuma's Corner is one of Affordable Chicago.

6. Kuma's Corner

8.8
2900 W Belmont Ave (at Francisco Ave), Chicago, IL
Burger Joint · Northwest Side · 417 tips and reviews

Alexandros P.Alexandros Plexidas: Heavy metal: Check. Bigger than life burgers: Check. Beers&bourbon: Check. What else can u ask 4? Do your ears, throat & stomach a favor and visit this place. Attention: keep some stomach space empty!

Crisp is one of Affordable Chicago.

7. Crisp

9.0
2940 N Broadway St (btwn W Oakdale Ave & W Wellington Ave), Chicago, IL
Fried Chicken Joint · Lake View East · 174 tips and reviews

Allison K.Allison Kaminski: Their Buddha bowls are awesome and very large portions! Don't forget to put their "Allison" sauce on it!

Smoque BBQ is one of Affordable Chicago.

8. Smoque BBQ

8.9
3800 N Pulaski Rd (at Grace St), Chicago, IL
BBQ Joint · Old Irving Park · 232 tips and reviews

Kevin D.Kevin Dudley: The ribs sampler (1/2 baby back, 1/2 St. Louis) was awesome. Cole slaw and mac & cheese are very good, but the pecan bourbon bread pudding is the best I've ever had.

Big Star is one of Affordable Chicago.

9. Big Star

9.0
1531 N Damen Ave (at N Wicker Park Ave), Chicago, IL
Taco Restaurant · Wicker Park · 572 tips and reviews

Ricky B.Ricky Brandt: Great food, good prices. Don't expect a seat unless you want to wait. Heat lamps are legit.

Coalfire is one of Affordable Chicago.

10. Coalfire

9.2
1321 W Grand Ave (btwn Ogden Ave & Noble St), Chicago, IL
Pizzeria · Fulton Market · 98 tips and reviews

Jessica M.Jessica Marhee: Anything with whipped ricotta is amazing!! Get a margarita pizza and add whipped ricotta to it and you will not be sorry.

Dunlay's on the Square is one of Affordable Chicago.

11. Dunlay's on the Square

3137 W Logan Blvd (at Kedzie Ave), Chicago, IL
American Restaurant · Logan Square · 98 tips and reviews

JonathanJonathan: Half price turkey and veggie burgers on Monday. Which means $5 of deliciousness. Such a steal!

Quartino is one of Affordable Chicago.

12. Quartino

8.8
626 N State St (at W Ontario St), Chicago, IL
Italian Restaurant · Near North Side · 345 tips and reviews

Linda F.Linda Felter: So great for groups. Who doesn't love Italian small plates and good house wine to share?!?

13. Penny's Noodle Shop

1542 N Damen Ave (at Milwuakee & North), Chicago, IL
Asian Restaurant · Wicker Park · 46 tips and reviews

Colin M.Colin Morris: Pad Thai rocks. Soups also hit the spot on a cold day. Drink menu is very appealing, but so far I've only dined here for lunch, so I haven't tried it.

Cafecito is one of Affordable Chicago.

14. Cafecito

9.0
26 E Congress Pkwy (at State St), Chicago, IL
Cuban Restaurant · The Loop · 193 tips and reviews

Jessica S.Jessica Stapp: The most delicious cortadito (espresso with milk) and lots of vegetarian options. I picked the Jardin. The service is very fast and the food is delicious!!

Cemitas Puebla is one of Affordable Chicago.

15. Cemitas Puebla

3619 W North Ave (at N Monticello Ave), Chicago, IL
Mexican Restaurant · Humboldt Park · 55 tips and reviews

Kryzco O.Kryzco Oakley: Cemitas are always a sure fire hit in my opinion but another gem no one really mentions is the chicharrón quesadillas. So much flavor! I really haven't had anything I didn't like from this place.

Andy's Thai Kitchen is one of Affordable Chicago.

16. Andy's Thai Kitchen

7.6
950 W Diversey Pkwy, Chicago, IL
Thai Restaurant · Lakeview · 37 tips and reviews

Redeye ChicagoRedeye Chicago: Bring your own bottle or six-pack to pair with spicy, crunchy som tum salad or a range of noodle, curry and fried rice entrees. Read more.

Athenian Room is one of Affordable Chicago.

17. Athenian Room

8.2
807 W Webster Ave (at N Halsted St), Chicago, IL
Greek Restaurant · North Side · 58 tips and reviews

B. M.B. Movie: Every item on the menu is good. Great value. Friendly service.

Mr. Beef is one of Affordable Chicago.

18. Mr. Beef

8.3
666 N Orleans St (at Huron St.), Chicago, IL
Italian Restaurant · River North · 46 tips and reviews

EpicuriousEpicurious: A restaurant that does one thing so well nothing else matters, Mr. Beef turns out a juicy Italian beef sandwich that is just as good as any overpriced Kobe beef special. Read more.

Au Cheval is one of Affordable Chicago.

19. Au Cheval

9.1
800 W Randolph St (at S Halsted St), Chicago, IL
Burger Joint · Fulton Market · 483 tips and reviews

Christopher M.Christopher Michael: Where to begin the burgers are the best in Chicago! The Fried Chicken is a great appetizer for the whole table and if you go after midnight the chilaquiles are a site to be seen.

Bavette's Bar and Boeuf is one of Affordable Chicago.

20. Bavette's Bar and Boeuf

9.3
218 W Kinzie St (at N Wells St), Chicago, IL
Steakhouse · River North · 130 tips and reviews

Maryam M.Maryam Malik: #DateNight #SpecialOccasion #FineDining & really good value for the buck . Fancy Ambience & cultured place.

Half Acre Beer Company is one of Affordable Chicago.

21. Half Acre Beer Company

4257 N Lincoln Ave (btwn Cullom & Hutchinson), Chicago, IL
Brewery · North Center · 119 tips and reviews

Laura M.Laura McSlizz: Try a bunch of different 8 oz beers at a great value (average $3-4)