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RJ Grunts
American Restaurant$$$$
Lincoln Park, Chicago
Has a stamp of approval from Time Out Chicago and Redeye Chicago
"Best salad bar! Buffalo chicken nachos rock."(22 Tips)
"Try the Grunt burger, BBQ ribs, and the cookie in a bowl."(3 Tips)
"Nothing like the Buffalo Chicken Nachos!"(3 Tips)
"The Sunday special, Dixie Chicken, is outstanding."(2 Tips)
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Louis-Felix BinetteMay 16, 2014delicious greasy grub (and a salad bar!) in a typical 70s atmosphere. the music is excellent but it's the service that really stands out, from the minute you set foot through the revolving door. A++
Emily EsmailJuly 6, 2013Go for the salad bar. Burgers are great too. It's a little cramped but fun atmosphere. Great place to go before or after zoo
Nina MarieAugust 7, 2014There are only two places I will eat ground meat. RJ Grunts tops my list! They also have very good gluten-free buns, and you never know who you'll run into there. :-)
Upvoted Dec 31, 2024
Itzell IslasOctober 26, 2014The salad and soup buffet is DELICIOUS! 😍 Great music, the bartender is really cute. If you came by yourself, sit on the bar. Free wifi.
ISC ChicagoAugust 28, 2016I liked the Strawberry Daiquiri, but the "lone independent strawberry riding on top with whipped cream" was missing; NBD, but should have been told that they were out
Lettuce Entertain YouJanuary 29, 2014Get rewarded at RJ Grunts! Earn points on every purchase toward meals, trips & wine. Ask your server about the Lettuce Entertain You Frequent Diner Club! Read more
Layla Khoury-HanoldNovember 16, 2013Loved the yowza burger - peppercorn beef, spicy ketchup, pepper jack & smoked bacon. Save room for a shake! Ask for a booth by the window for views of the park.
Lisa ZimmerAugust 24, 2013So, do you get the famous burgers or the famous salad bar? Split a burger and each get the salad bar! The kitchen even cut our burger in half and served it on two plates.
Allison ArthurAugust 8, 2015If you like spicy food, get the hottest wings they have. I got the "Really Hot" and didn't think they were spicy at all. The peanut butter shake is incredible.
Redeye ChicagoAugust 3, 2014There are plenty of things to love about this neighborhood standby—the cartoony menu, the milkshakes, the salad bar—but the burgers top the list. Read more
Busem E.Y.February 17, 2018Staff is so friendly and the burgers are really delicious.The tables are a little thight but it’s anyhow ok for the groups.Open salad bar is also so satisfactory.- Chicago magazineMay 8, 2012Lettuce Entertain You launched its empire—and Chicago’s first salad bar—in 1971 at this comfort-food icon. Try the Grunt burger, BBQ ribs, and the cookie in a bowl. Read more
Time Out ChicagoAugust 2, 2014This tightly packed hamburger shack is where to get the thick, juicy “Gruntburger,” topped with addictive fried onions and blue-cheese dressing Read more
Lettuce Entertain You is the best when it comes to handling food allergies; the rest of the restaurant industry needs to take note. I have a ton of food allergies & I'm always comfortable eating here!
Jeff WillingerApril 4, 2012Half prices apps and wings 3-6. This place is ultimate throwback. 70's. French onion soup is the real deal
AndrewDecember 13, 2012Best salad bar in Chicago, unbelievable chili and to die for burgers...paired with your favorite pint and you can't go wrong!
Joe CollinsDecember 13, 2014Kid friendly. Mother approved. Park your stroller outside with a complimentary lock.
Hayley WestMay 10, 2011Without a doubt the best chocolate chip cream cheese dip in the world! Get it from the salad bar and add it to some graham crackers, I sometimes come just for that!
Melda ÖzkanJune 13, 2015Great suprise around the corner. Buffalo wings are to die for. Super cosy bar.
J.j. McclellanOctober 18, 2010Fish and chips, buffalo nachos, burgers, salad bar. Been eating here for over five years and my favorite north side spot thus far. Everything is great!
Tornaparts !October 16, 2013Was here once a million years ago. I think it was fine. Remember drinking Newcastle and enjoying it. I guess its named for some bird the owner was giving it to or something. That's funny.
FJ BeringDecember 30, 2015Went on a very crowded evening during the holidays, but service was great and food was tasty!
Ro-BlackNovember 10, 2010Service is always good, food is pretty good. No place to be fancy, jeans will work. Nice location, good atmosphere...if your looking for a good burger & beer this is your place ; )
ryan brewerAugust 3, 2014talk to the adorable little bartender called ella. give her all the money in your wallet/purse/bank account for tip.
Joseph B.October 17, 2014The burgers are good and the kitchen is open later than most kitchens in the area.
The salad bar is good but the burgers are where it's at! The wings are tasty, too. Three Floyds on draught, sometimes seasonal.
Order the chicken wings. Milkshakes and malts are great here too.
Serious EatsMay 14, 2013R J Grunts has improved on the classic grilled cheese by simply adding...more cheese. No one can claim this thing is balanced, but that's really not the point.
David SaffrinJuly 15, 2013Haven't been here for years. Still the same. Great food, salad bar and service. Classic!!
Stephen RománMarch 19, 2021First Lettuce Entertain You restaurant, and as good as it was 20 years ago.
KristianaOctober 13, 2011This place has an expansive salad bar, but try the peppercorn burger! Also, shakes here are amazing & reasonably priced.
Jason DJuly 20, 2013Kind of an unorganized mess getting in on a weekend. Tons of children running around. Big salad bar, burgers... Basically if you are not close enough to Ruby Tuesdays or TgiFridays go here
3 dollar tall boy PBRs might be the best regular drink special in the area
James "JJ" FanninJune 14, 2011The soup being the price of the temperature outside is a pretty good little gimmick. I loved the burger. The chips, not so much. Definitely going back though. Read more
Mike SegovianoJune 2, 2013great good and service, highly recommend this restaurant! Try the Salad Bar!
Tony PinoMarch 26, 2012The best burgers and and great service as well as the bar make great cocktails.
- ISC ChicagoAugust 28, 2016Manager got a bit defensive about a tweet regarding a missing ingredient in the cocktail; NBD, but he just basically gave me the impression he doesn't understand customer service
Christy KostakenOctober 24, 2011They have the most amazing music here :) oh and the burgers are pretty fantastic ;)
katie rasmussenJune 26, 2010salad bar is amazing..add on the buffalo chicken fingers for $5.95 and eat them at home later..u won't be disapointed;)
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The first Lettuce Entertain You restaurant, Grunts still exudes the funky, devil-may-care lifestyle of the 70s in its style, décor, music, and menu.
Closed until 11:30 AM (Show more)
- Mon–Fri
- 11:30 AM–8:30 PM
- Sat–Sun
- 10:00 AM–8:30 PM
(773) 929-5363
Features
Credit Cards
Yes (incl. Discover & Visa)
Wi-Fi
Free
Outdoor Seating
No
Restroom
Yes
Food & Drink
Menus
Brunch, Lunch, Dinner, Happy Hour
Drinks
Beer, Wine, Full Bar, Cocktails
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