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Chicago Best Value Restaurants


In the mood for some good food, but can't afford the high prices (let alone the valet parking fees!) at many of Chicago's hippest spots? Our database of the best value restaurants in the Windy City features excellent establishments that serve up delectable dishes at an affordable price. Whether you're planning an elegant evening out or are simply hankering for a hamburger, our list is filled with great inexpensive dining ideas.


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Belly Shack Asian
Quick Bite
Dining Room at Belly Shack, Chicago, IL 1912 N. Western Ave.
Chicago, IL 60647
773-252-1414 | Menu
Located under the Blue Line tracks, this BYOB from Bill Kim hits head-on with full-flavored Latin and Asian notes. More...

Cafe Ba-Ba-Reeba! Spanish
12/20
2024 N. Halsted St.
Chicago, IL 60614
773-935-5000 | Menu
High-energy tapas bar that attracts a young, chatty crowd --- including during happy hour. More...

Chilam Balam Mexican
14/20
Dining Room at Chilam Balam, Chicago, IL 3023 N. Broadway St.
Chicago, IL 60657
773-296-6901 | Menu
Farm-focused Mexican BYOB from a Rick Bayless (and Top Chef-testant) vet earns a following in Lakeview. More...

Davanti Enoteca Italian
14/20
Dining Room at Davanti Enoteca, Chicago, IL 1359 W. Taylor St.
Chicago, IL 60607
312-226-5550 | Menu
Scott Harris delivers yet another topnotch Italian spot with this handsome Taylor Street gem. More...

Del Seoul Korean
Quick Bite
2568 N. Clark St.
Chicago, IL 60614
773-248-4227 | Menu
Korean tacos make their way to Chicago, with okay results. More...

DMK Burger Bar Burgers
13/20
Dining Room at DMK Burger Bar, Chicago, IL 2954 N. Sheffield Ave.
Chicago, IL 60657
773-360-8686 | Menu
Two powerhouses are behind this ever-crowded burger joint with college-kid appeal. More...

Girl & The Goat Contemporary
14/20
Dining Room at Girl & The Goat, Chicago, IL 809 W. Randolph St.
Chicago, IL 60607
312-492-6262 | Menu
Top Chef Stephanie Izard dishes up oft-surprising, funky fare at her hopping West Loop haunt. More...

Heaven on Seven Cajun
12/20
Dining Room at Heaven on Seven, Chicago, IL Garland Building, Seventh Floor
111 N. Wabash Ave.
Chicago, IL 60602
312-263-6443 | Menu
Beloved Cajun restaurant where spice seekers come for their gumbo fix. More...

Hot Doug's Hot Dogs
Quick Bite
3324 N. California St.
Chicago, IL 60618
773-279-9550 | Menu
Encased-meat stand --- serving hot dogs, too --- with irresistible fries cooked in duck fat. More...

Longman & Eagle American
14/20
Dining Room at Longman & Eagle, Chicago, IL 2657 N. Kedzie Ave.
Chicago, IL 60647
773-276-7110 | Menu
The atmosphere is hip, but it's the food that's really the draw at this Logan Square spot. More...

Potbelly Sandwich Shop Sandwiches
Quick Bite
Dining Room at Potbelly Sandwich Shop, Chicago, IL 2264 N. Lincoln Ave.
Chicago, IL 60614
773-528-1405 | Menu
Packed-to-the-hilt toasted sandwich shop that blows Quizno's out of the water. More...

Sapore di Napoli Italian
13/20
Dining Room at Sapore di Napoli, Chicago, IL 1406 W. Belmont Ave.
Chicago, IL 60657
773-935-1212 | Menu
Lovers of thin-crust pizzas and gelato find a friend in this tiny storefront. More...

Sultan’s Market Middle Eastern
Quick Bite
Dining Room at Sultan’s Market, Chicago, IL 2521 N. Clark St.
Chicago, IL 60614
312-638-9151 | Menu
The second installment of the beloved falafel joint enlivens Lincoln Park. More...

Tango Sur Argentinean
11/20
Dining Room at Tango Sur, Chicago, IL 3763 N. Southport Ave.
Chicago, IL 60657
773-477-5466 | Menu
Zippy BYO Argentinean known for its meaty concoctions and rousing scene. More...

 

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