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    Busy Burger

    3.7 (350 reviews)
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    Open 10:00 am - 12:00 AM (Next day)
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for kids
    Good for groups

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    Jarriae A.

    Tried this place for the first time for lunch last week and it was pretty alright. The staff were quite friendly, the place was clean, and everything is pretty accessible in terms of condiments. They have free wifi which is nice, too. I just wasn't overly impressed with the burger and the fries were alright. I didn't really finish my meal, but that was partly on me. The dining room all vaguely smelled like bathroom, in my opinion. It's a nice place to stop by if you're in the area and want a burger. It just wasn't entirely my taste.

    Reginice C.

    My impossible burger with the works, added bbq sauce, and added jalapeños, was delicious. Thank you for having plant-based options. The onion rings were delicious. For .99 I do wish they would have added more than 3 jalapeños lol. Sorely, lacking in drink options; they only had coke, sprite, and bottled water.

    Chevy R.

    Most often, it's a win but sometimes not so much. Tried a new item this visit, a bit underwhelmed. Turkey burgers has lacked seasoning and not always juicy.

    Heavy areas of pink in a request for well done
    Angela M.

    I've had Busy Burger as takeout a many times on the office. A coworker never has tried them, so I ordered up lunch. I like that the burger is served in a container keeping the ingredients separate. The burger, bun, grilled onions wrapped to stay warm, the cold ingredients separate--both in a sealed container. I enjoy a good burger! Busy Burger has the market on that if ONLY they would follow the preparation request per customer. I love a good WELL DONE burger. I don't want to see any pink in my patty. That's my preference. So when I place a delivery order I'd it done right. I bit into my burger, I saw pink. I was hungry and I won't tell a fib, the burger was juicy and tasty, but not WELL DONE PER REQUEST ON ORDER. With each bite, more and more pink center patty was exposed --grossing out my entire appetite. I didn't finish the burger for that reason. "Well" was specifically requested on my order. Not a satisfying Busy Burger experience. The fries are hand cut, they are soft and potato filled. I round my meal off with a shake. The shakes are thick, ice cream shakes that come with a straw. You'll definitely get a workout trying to have your shake through a straw, unless you let it melts bit before diving in. Real ice cream, yum! You might want to grab a spoon. Overall, I like Busy Burger and want to have it again, but like all good things I'll give it a rest for now.

    Single Smash Burger (beef) with a side of Busy Blob Fries
    Khadijah H.

    Busy Burger kind of reminds me of Smash Burger. For those who instantly feel offended, hear me out! The burger are constructed in the same manner: structured and neat. This is how I love my burgers to be made. I don't want things slapped together. You can choose your cheese and my favorite thing about the burger was the sauce. It was spicy and savory and definitely gave quite the touch to the burger it needed. Very good job busy burger. If ordered again. The burger was heavy and I definitely did not leave hungry. The Busy Blob Fries were reasonably priced and gave a nice introduction to their cheese sauce and chili. The fries were super crispy (just enough crunch) and topped with a generous amount of chili and cheese. Between a $8 burger and $5 fry, you're full and may not even be able to finish. I am interested to return and try their other sandwiches as well as a shake.

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    Katie W.

    While walking around the park nearby, I finally decided to stop by Busyburger. Overall the burger tasted super fresh and the patty seemed cooked to each order. They also added a sauce to it that added a little spice for extra flavor! The shake was nothing spectacular but satisfying! I got the spotted cow shake which is their equivalent of an Oreo/cookies and creme flavor. Overall, quality was superior to other burger places when factoring in cost (burger was only $8 and filling!) They had pretty quick service though none of the workers seemed super excited to be there (maybe I caught them too early in the morning!). The inside was welcoming with lots of tvs, lighting, and ambience music, though there weren't many people there although I did go for an early lunch (11am). A few other bonus perks: clena bathrooms, free wifi (a little plaque at every table has the password), and open late!! Parking would have to be paid on Taylor Street but if you live in the neighborhood, walking is definitely nicer and more convenient.

    Busy Burger & Onion Rings
    Xavier H.

    As a student at UIC, I love Busy Burger being so close to campus and providing fast service, tasty food, and milkshakes. They also offer a student discount that me and my friends will always be eternally grateful for. The atmosphere is always friendly and the seating is spacious enough where you'll always have somewhere to eat comfortably. 10/10, will be back next semester as always!

    Serg D.

    Went in during lunch time recently and I was blown away! I got the Busy Burger with cheese, as well as fries and a drink. Everything was delicious, cooked to perfection, and fresh!! While the portion was quite filling, I just couldn't put my food down! I loved it so much that I went back soon after for a mini burger and onion rings - the perfect amount of food, peak freshness. I appreciated how fast the food came out, as well as the outdoor seating!

    a hamburger with lettuce, tomato, and onion
    Stephen N.

    A few friends and I were discussing in-n-out and if there were any options in the city that would be similar to the beloved fast food chain on the west coast. That brought us to this place as we were nearby. If you're looking for convenience and a cheap burger place that doesn't cost more than $10, this place just barely meets the requirements for 4 stars. The line was short and the interior looks clean. The staff was courteous and the wait time was short. Their burger is beyond fresh and looks appetizing. The onion rings and fries look crispy and perfectly golden. The whole experience reminds me of a more upscale burger place. However everything just lacks flavor. I am glad I ordered a single because I ended up not being able to finish it (despite after a long day of exercise). The patty was over cooked and dry and there's not that oozy juiciness/meatiness you desire in a good burger. The fries were plain and the onion rings batter was disappointing. HOWEVER the star of the meal was surprisingly the pina colada milk shake. Wow Taylor street is full of amazing dessert options and I had to seriously debate if I wanted to get another pina colada milkshake. It was served ice cold and it had this perfect balance of vanilla and pina colada flavors. The pina colada was so subtle that made each creamy mouthful refreshing and delightful and refreshing and wanting more. HIGHLY RECOMMEND the milkshake!

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    The Burgers were good & the Apple Milkshake THE BEST!!! Service didn't take too long & you can watch your food being made

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    Great milk shakes, clean ingredients, great burgers and fries. The inside is pretty clean, good service.

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    1 year ago

    Great turkey burgers and fries! Service is also great!! The place is always clean. Hard to find parking but that's not their fault.

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    Typical burger joint, but it's really nice in the summer that they have the outside tables, recommend the turkey burger

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    Just super glad to see a Chicago staple has survived and still pushing out quality food

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    Hawaiian Burger was delicious and the place is a very cute and quick lunch stop. Nice location on the corner.

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