I won't lie: I have driven by "The Baron" maybe 500+ times, and nearly every time I drive by, I…read moreswear I'm going to get a burger there sometime next week. Fast forward to the now, and last week I really did go to eat lunch there. And I'll give it this much: if you need to spend $11.60 on a burger, fries and a cup of water, there are many, many worse options out there. The Baron reminds me of Chopper's on Ashland Avenue; it's not date night material, but it is "I'm getting lunch with two guys from work to talk about the game last night" material. The burger was good (not great; and, it's cooked medium well to make sure nobody gets diseased on the thing) and the fries come out perfect, hot and plentiful...I couldn't even finish the half-pound burger plus all of these fries. There is free parking and service was pretty quick. And the booths are clean enough, especially if you are in your blue-collar work clothes (I'm not sure you want to wear your white linen suit here). I'm not sure if this will be in my rotation, but this exceeded expectations for sure!

I've been to Burger Baron twice now, and unfortunately both visits have been disappointing. I was…read morereally hoping this would become one of my regular lunch spots since I now work in the neighborhood, but after two tries I'm not sure I'll be back. The first time I ordered the Philly steak, and there was so little meat on it that I actually checked my order again to make sure I hadn't accidentally ordered some kind of veggie sandwich. Definitely would not order that again. On my second visit I tried the hot dog. It was just okay, but I asked for everything on it and somehow it came without tomato, mustard, pickle, or celery salt. Basically I got some onion and relish. I gave the place a second chance because I really wanted to find a good local lunch spot, but two visits and two disappointing meals is probably enough for me.

I've been to Serena's 4 times now,…read more I could not recommend the Philly cheese steak order with fries and cheese dip more! It's a fantastic late night snack! Serena's is so clean and a great spot for a late night bite

We ordered online for pickup and it was quick and easy. We got a gyro and a gyro plate both with…read morefries. The fries were ok, but the gyro was pretty good and they give you a lot so very worth the money. The only disappointing thing was that as a standard they should give more tzatziki sauce than one small container. I appreciate having this option in the area, and I am sure we will be back.

Fatso's Last Stand is one of Chicago's most underrated fast-food gems. What sets it apart is the…read moreattention to quality--much of the menu hits the open-fire grill, giving the food that charred, smoky flavor you simply don't get from your average fast-food spot. The house-cut fries are another huge plus: fresh, crisp, and a noticeable step above frozen fries. The menu is packed with Chicago favorites, service is quick and efficient, and there's a solid variety of drinks to round everything out. When it comes to classic Chicago fast food, I'd personally choose Fatso's over Portillo's and most other spots in the city. A true hidden gem that deserves more recognition.

Cute place with plenty of yummy food and snacks. I have been here before and enjoyed the Maxwell…read morepolish. On this occasion I just got a yummy Oreo milkshake. My husband grabbed the double cheese burger. I got a couple of bites of his burger and was happy with the taste. All in all, conveniently located grill with lots of options. Service was friendly and I liked the fact that they have the option for boozy milk shakes.

Maverick is my new favorite spot for wings and burgers! They use quality ingredients and the…read moreoverall presentation of the food was amazing, especially for take out! You have to try their buffalo wings, the best I've had in Chicago! Highly recommend this new spot, will be ordering often from here!

Delivered dinner for the fam from Maverick Burgers and Wings tonight. The food traveled well and…read moreeverything was still fresh, warm and intact. I love to support local businesses and will say they have gone the extra mile to package their food really well. Everything looked and tasted gourmet. I ordered the 'not a meat burger' as i am vegetarian. It was made with the beyond meat patty, house-made mave sauce which was absolutely delicious, cheddar cheese, lettuce, tomato and pickles. The mash potatoes were topped with chives and were creamy and so yummy. Will definitely be ordering from here again!

Busy Friday night and the service was great. Really enjoyed the Nashville hot sandwich and the…read moreCaesar wrap. Very well balanced and great heat level (medium). The chicken was tender and not greasy. The fries were delicious as well. The pickles in the Nashville Hot were amazing. Will be back.

At this point, I've had two experiences with this Fry the Coop location…read more My first was generally positive. The chicken and fries were hot and fresh, and the sandwich had some appreciable heat. The only critique I could levy was that by virtue of being twice fried, both were very crispy, crispier than I would have liked. My second experience was less tasty and more chaotic. Walking in, one of the booths looked like a microburst had gone through. The cashier let me know that they were slammed with pickup orders, and that getting my food would take ~15-20 minutes. Since the cooks were managing a massive influx of orders, I didn't want to pull them away from their duties, and asked the manager to be called out from the back. I brought it to their attention, and it was promptly cleaned. However, it may have been wise to keep a better eye on things, for seeing such chaos almost led to me walking out and not returning. When it comes to the food, this time around it was disappointing. Despite food constantly coming fresh out the fryer, my fries and sandwich felt and tasted as if they'd been sitting out for 10-15 minutes. While I appreciate the need to fulfill pickup orders, allowing the food of a customer waiting in person to go ignored feels inappropriate. Further, despite being ordered as "hot", the sandwich was a medium at best (I have a high heat tolerance, so YMMV). The service overall has been fine for a fast-casual spot. Not award-winning or meme'd for their hospitality (*ahem* Chick-fil-A) but acceptable for what it is. The vibe is on the smaller side, with three booths. There is a very slightly retro, classic-rock-like feel to the vibe. Final verdict: My two experiences have fallen short for me. The first led to food that was overly crisp, and the second felt like food I might as well have had delivered. While not bad, there is no shortage of chicken shops in Chicagoland that have a superior, more consistent product.

The way my mama be obsessed with this place. Every time she visits my brother in Chicago they go…read morelike 3x in a 5 day period. It's true though about getting older - taste buds and routines get very particular. So if my mama born in the landmark year of Brown v Board of Education wants Parsons every other day then damnit we gon make sure she gets Parsons every other day. This beautiful Black woman deserves NOTHING LESS. DO YOU HEAR ME?!?! So yeah we were out that way last week and I said hey let's go to Parsons so I can see the hype. We got there and the inside restaurant was closed for a private event. The outside was open but it was a hot day. My brother scoped it out and said that it wouldn't be any good. So we filed back into the car to go to the location across town. Driving away we saw that the back was full of umbrella-covered picnic tables. Wait what's wrong with that we asked incredulously?! This will be fine. And that's where the rage bait began lmaaoooo I lowkey think my brother was being mindful of comfortable seating for me and didn't want me to be uncomfortable at the picnic tables (come on fat allyship!) but as a fatty I got a keen eye for what will work and what won't and this setup was perfect. We drove around Logan Square right back to where we started and his pressure went thru the roof LMAAOOOO. He kicked me, mom, his wife, and his baby out the car so he could walk it off lololololololol I like upsetting him cause he's so easy lol Anyway on to what matters: -this is a chicken and fish spot. And one thing about me - im not gonna choose. I got a chicken sando with a side of fish. Cry to Jillian Michaels about it. -they also have alcoholic drinks. I started with a picklerita - hard YES!!!I the pickle taste came in on the backend and was a delight. Aside from the alcohol, I couldn't quite quench my thirst. I got a homemade soda that was lacking in flavor. I also had a Cheerwine which while good was only a bottle. Cheerwine should be unlimited refills as a matter of course. Disagree? Write to your senator. Water is honestly the best value outside of alcohol here. -I preferred the fish over the chicken. Mac n cheese was decent for what it was. Iykyk. Wings were excellent!! -Chicago is all about community and this place was no different. My 19 month old nephew could walk around and find other little buddies to stare awkwardly at and walk around in circles with, everyone seemed to be in a convivial mood. -seating was shaded and sturdy. We had 2 big bodies on our side of the table and table won't moving or dipping. We love inclusive design. -outstanding service I can see why my mom likes it. I'm also a fan. Parking in Logan Square can be a challenge - reward your perseverance with a picklerita!

Parsons is a winner! We were out walking our dog on a warm summer day and wanted a cold beer paired…read morewith some seriously good fried food to complete the date. Parsons delivered on every level. We ordered the dipping platter to sample a bit of everything and added some fried fish. Our server was genuinely friendly and attentive. The food arrived perfectly fresh, hot, and crispy--exactly what we were craving. The outdoor gravel patio was ideal for dining with our pup, but the real standout was their impressive selection of dipping sauces. I'm not usually a sauce person, but their Buffalo, Cajun, tartar, and cocktail sauces were all fantastic. Each one brought something unique and flavorful to the table. If you're looking for delicious fried fare in a relaxed, dog-friendly outdoor setting with a cool family vibe, you won't be disappointed. Highly recommend!

My meal here was surprisingly tasty for a chain BBQ place…read more The lunch special was great. $12.99 for a pulled pork sandwich, side, and drink. That is essentially unbeatable downtown. The pork was juicy and the KC style bbq sauce was good (other options were Chicago, Memphis, Carolina(?)). The mac and cheese was really tasty, I found myself scraping the bowl for more. It had a really nice crust on top. The service was quick and friendly.

I've had the full spectrum of BBQ from mind-blowingly incredible to places I send people I don't…read morelike. I am pleased to report that Blackwood BBQ is somewhere between "good" and "very good". It won't knock your socks off, but it is nowhere close to "bad." It's perfect for what it is, that being: a spot for a bite during the lunch hour. On both visits, I ordered the two meat platter, with brisket and sausage. Both were flavorful and savory, with the brisket being balanced in terms of meaty vs fatty (as requested). Now, that said, the prices at Blackwood are on the high side. On the one hand, I know the price of a pound of ground beef is greater than the minimum wage (as of this writing). However, I also can't help but feel the punch to the wallet when two meats and one side, where one of those is brisket, and a soda comes to somewhere between $20-25 (I think it's close to $25, but don't want to misspeak). Half a pound of meat is not a lot, making the wallet punch even worse. Then there comes the service. Most of the folks working here are professional and welcome. There is this one person, though, whose level of gruffness seems a bit high. It wasn't so much a lack of pleasantries for the sake of efficiency as it was annoyance that customers exist? Final verdict: If you're working in the loop, and craving BBQ, Blackwood is a rock-solid spot, but the high prices mean it likely isn't practical for a regular spot. If it's a weekend, there are better options out there.

Bobby is great! Food is great! I park there for Cubs games and always super easy in and out! Thanks…read moreguys! Nicoletta

I got a gyro plate and a Chicago style jot dog and the food here is absolutely trash but the 2…read morestars are given because at least in this world where every food spot closes at 10pm you can at least count on th is place to be open and the second star is for pretty decent French fries. Note: If you're drunk or wasted and just need some food items to absorb liquor then add 2 more stars or If you need parking for the metro concert venu across the street this parking lot is used for that so add another star for a perfect score