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    Small Cheval- Lincoln Square

    2.9 (59 reviews)
    Closed • 11:00 am - 10:00 pm
    Updated 1 month ago

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    Sheyenne H.

    The wait time is almost 0 minutes when I ordered via GrubHub for pickup within 5minutes. The burger is a bit too salty for my palate. The bread was nice. You can order alcoholic drinks which I liked. Compostable packaging is always nice.

    Winter B.

    I'd been wanting to try this burger for a while and it did not disappoint. The bun they use is really incredible and so buttery. I also got the fries and the strawberry cheesecake seasonal milkshake. The location was nice and not too crowded. I'd definitely recommend a quick lunch.

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    Joneice B.

    Hanging out in North Center to get my brakes done. The smell coming out Small Cheval lured me in for lunch. I ordered my food to go because it was freezing outside and wanted to get home. This location had parking nearby but it was limited. I grabbed the classic double cheeseburger and added lettuce and tomato on the side. My order was neatly packed and ready within 10 minutes. My burger was so juicy. It was cooked to perfection. I was happy that I got some additional aioli to go. This was only my second time eating at this establishment and I enjoyed my lunch. In the future, I would ask for more pickles. Downgraded to 4 star because of price. Out the door almost $13 bucks. I think the French fry price was too high and hence, why I just made some at home.

    Eric W.

    i've been going to Small Cheval since their very first location in Wicker Park Bucktown: I know they have expanded to many locations in Chicago including this newest one in Lincoln Square/ North center. here's what I liked. double cheeseburger is still pretty hefty with a great bun and two pretty big patties. ( note that you have to ask for lettuce and tomato separately. The not so great part were the fries. They're incredibly fresh and crisp and I don't know if they changed their recipe but it was one of the saltiest batches I've ever ate. My mouth still feels that one hour later. they only have minimal seating inside which wasn't a challenge. Service was friendly and food came out really fast, and the pricing has not changed significantly since the last time I went there, meaning you can get a pretty filling burger and fries for under $20.

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    Carol F.

    Burger patties and fries were pretty burnt, nothing too special. Didn't come with lettuce or tomato options which was really disappointing to me. Service took very long and young men behind the counter were also pretty vacant and not that welcoming, very quiet. Ambiance was small, only minimal indoor side by side stool seating. Nothing outdoors. LOVED the concretes and ice cream tho. I'll probably only go for the ice cream in the future.

    Jay J.

    Visited Lincoln square location for the first time. Dry cheeseburger and stale fries. I usually go to the Rosemont location or the one in wicker park and those locations have not failed me yet.

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    1 year ago

    Used to be a good spot for a burger but not as good as it once was. Kind of pricey for what I got and not much space to sit down and eat.

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    9 months ago

    Amazing burgers, chicken and fries, super friendly staff. Looking forward to returning!

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    Excellent burger, simple not complicated. Fries are outstanding and the garlic aioli was delicious.

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    1 year ago

    Great smash burger, great fries, and the garlic aioli is a perfect dip. The new patio is really nice as well.

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    1 year ago

    Stopped in for a quick bite and was so glad we did. Friendly service and really yummy food. We'll be back again for sure.

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