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    Small Cheval

    3.6 (48 reviews)
    Closed • 11:00 am - 6:00 pm
    Updated 2 months ago
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    Stephanie D.

    Located in Aster Hall, ordering was easy with the self-serve screens. The dining area is cute and a nice spot to sit and eat. We tried the cheeseburger with fries and truffle cheese sauce. The burger meat was flavorful and the bun was soft. It's definitely on the pricier side, but worth trying at least once. I am not sure I would come back on my own, but I would be happy to join if a friend wanted to check it out!

    Anurag T.

    Overall (B) I don't get it. The burger is not bad but it is not good either. I don't understand the hype for Small Cheval. Food (B-) Definitely could taste the salt and pepper. Like it was a bland burger. I don't know if they stopped caring or living off the hype. My daughter even said it was okay. She had at the Wrigley location a few years ago and said it was awesome. But today "ehh" just okay and she is a burger connoisseur Value (B+) It's like $10 a burger or something. I would rather just go to Culver's honestly and pay less Service (B+) Friendly but took a while We were at the indoor Bloomingdale's location for context. Like the screen ordering process. But the burger was not just "meh" Like I believe the negative reviews and am not sure the positive reviews are for this location

    Signature Double Cheeseburger, Golden Fries
    Katie M.

    Small Cheval is my favorite burger place ever. The burgers are the best I've had and the fries are crispy and salty and amazing. The patties are thin enough that I like getting the double (I don't like burgers that are too thick) but thick enough that you're still getting a lot of meat. The only slight issue is that my burgers have been cooked differently on different occasions, so sometimes it's more pink than I would like, so be aware of that and maybe specify how you would like it cooked if you're particular about that. You order at the counter here and then grab the open seating at the picnic tables here. There are mostly long ones where you will be sitting at the same table with other groups when it's busy, but that's always been fine. Also, it's dog-friendly! I always see many cute dogs hanging out here and love when I get to pet them.

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    Hunter K.

    Had a blast visiting Small Cheval yesterday. AWESOME staff, great food! The outdoor space was perfect to relax after a day in the sun - they have plenty of covered and non covered seating. Some of the best French fries I've ever had!

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    Ray G.

    I've been to the original Au Cheval in Fulton Market which was deemed one the of best burgers in the US. If you're trying to avoid the inevitable 30min+ wait since they don't take resys Small Cheval in this lil food court is the perfect option. Burger is prob 90% the quality you'd get from the original restaurant without the wait. Not typically a huge fan of burgers but this one was perfectly cooked and medium rare on the inside. There was juice squirting with every bite (watch out!) lol. Def worth the 10 min walk from my place. Would recommend going to the original Au Cheval in Fulton market if you put your name down for a reservation and go to a nearby bar while you wait. Place is extremely small so I wouldn't go here with more than 4 (6 max). It may or may not be worth it if you plan on a night of drinking after.

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    Kevin N.

    An offshoot from Au Cheval as I've been told this place actually has the better burger. And it better be the case given the sparse menu essentially being the burger and their fries. ATMOSPHERE/ARCHITECTURE: 7/10 It's a little bit stuffy inside and the air is greasy and tinged with the scent of grilled meat for sure. The seating is rather limited, probably seating 30-40 inside at most. The light is dim and the decor is wood and oak heavy, giving somewhat of a rustic feel. It's not my favorite atmosphere to sit down and eat as it does not feel entirely welcoming, but the food is why you come here. SERVICE: 9/10 Service is good and rather quick. I have ordered from here multiple occasions both in restaurant and for delivery. Delivery provides adequate amounts of utensils and napkins, which is a critical part of running a delivery service. FOOD: 9/10 Small Cheval Burger with Bacon - 9/10 - The classic burger with addition of some crispy bacon that adds nice texture to it. You really can't go wrong with adding bacon to this burger, but honestly, I think the original is better. While I prefer my Five Guys burger with bacon, this one I think I will stick to the plain one. Small Cheval Double Cheeseburger - 9/10 - The classic burger and namesake of the place, Small Cheval is confident enough to essentially stake their entire restaurant on this thing as it's basically the entire menu. It is that good though. The patties are well seasoned and grilled to perfection with a nice melted layer of cheese atop lettuce and tomato. Small Cheval Plant-based Burger - 8/10 - This is not an impossible burger and in a blind test, I could definitely tell that this was not meat. However, that doesn't mean it was bad. Just compared to the main burger, this is definitely worse. Small Cheval Fries - 10/10 - Dang, these fries are truly the best of the best. I can definitely say that these are the best fries that I have ever had. Now know that there are 2 types of fries depending on the location you go to. There are the thin, small fries and then there are the square cut fries. Personally I prefer the square cut fries which are very crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. Perfection. VALUE: 8/10 For what you get I believe that this is a reasonable value. PROBABILITY OF RETURN: 10/10 I have already been back here 3-4 times and I plan to continue to return here. TO EAT OR NOT TO EAT: Eat! Come and try all burger fans! OVERALL: 9/10

    Cheeseburger and fries

    Excellent cheeseburger and fries. Delicious and great location and service and great stop during a day in the city!

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    Glenn G.

    Great burger, with the works, got it with one pet instead of two patties are pretty good size OK size, shakes are delicious. And the french fries are really good not much of a order for 495 I think it was for 395 great outdoor seating call cute place great staff

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    Cara S.

    cheval signature burger - double cheeseburger with precisely what it comes with... cooked medium (which i NEVER order a burger this rare, but omg YUMMMM!!!)

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    Solid, simple burger. Meat was juicy and seasoned well. We received our order quickly.

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    Au Cheval

    4.4(9.6k reviews)
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    I read all the bad reviews before coming and... they were just hating, having a bad day, or have…read morenever eaten a burger before to be an objective judge! Because no way did we eat at the same place. WOW! It's only been a handful of times that I've had the urge to write a review while I'm still eating because of how amazing the experience is. The ambiance is bustling and will FOR SURE keep you awake as you fill your belly. And the burger? It's not just a burger, it's culinary art and a full on flavor experience. I was full well before my plate was empty, but I simply could not imagine reheating any part of it later. The egg was cooked to sunny-side perfection, and every bite was ridiculous. It's bar-style, so the fries came out first, hot and paired with a garlic aioli that absolutely did what it needed to do. Everyone moves with purpose. The food, the service, the atmosphere--this place is a well-oiled machine of greatness. 1000/10. Will absolutely be back.

    Finally made it to Au Cheval and it did not disappoint! It seems to be busy all the time, so make a…read morereservation or plan to be there when they open. Not a huge inside seating area, but it is nice to sit outside on a nice day. We got the single cheeseburger with egg, the double cheeseburger with egg, the fried bologna sandwich with egg, crispy fries and the crispy potato hash! The single is a double patty and the double is a triple. The burgers were deliciously cooked and very hearty! Root beer compliments the burgers well! The crispy fries with the garlic aioli and mornay sauce were very yummy! The crispy potato hash was probably the lowlight of this meal... love the crispy-ness of the hash, didn't love the gravy. Service overall was okay, they were busy so it got slow once our food arrived. It does get loud inside so be prepared. Au Cheval lives up to the hype! We will totally go back for the burgers, crispy fries and root beer!

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    Had lunch today at Little Bad Wolf in Andersonville and ordered the Bad Burger -- and it was…read morephenomenal! Two juicy patties, American cheese, house-made pickles and red onion mayo. Nothing overly complicated -- just a really well-executed burger. Little Bad Wolf has the accolades to back it up. Time Out ranks its larger Wolf Burger #1 in Chicago, while The Infatuation actually prefers the Bad Burger, saying the simpler version allows the meat to shine. After eating it, I understand the hype.

    Have you ever heard the story of the Little Bad Wolf... who huffed, and puffed, and blew my socks…read moreaway because of HOW DELICIOUS of an exerience it was? YUP FOLKS. The Little Bad Wolf isn't just a story... it's a phenom dot com restaurant that you NEED to visit! My family and I visited after a Saturday Cubs game and luckily, there were still a handful of tables available and we were promptly seated. The staff were super friendly and provided excellent service! Almost everyone at our table ordered the Wolf Burger after hearing my sister and her husband rave about it. When our orders came to the table, we were all PLEASANTLY surprised at how beautifully stacked and dressed our burgers were. A triple stack of patties, topped with cheese, bacon, a fried egg, crispy onions, and housemade pickles?! That's a recipe for delicious success right there! The Wolf Burger was indeed SCRUMPTIOUS! My goodness, I am still thinking about it two whole days later and how I can't wait to revisit this restaurant and try some more of their menu items. An honorable mention goes out to the delicious fries on the side!! They were the perfect cut, well-seasoned, and out-of-this-world. I HIGHLY recommend Little Bad Wolf to all folks looking for a delicious experience! The burger is sensational, the environment is impeccable, and this is a great spot if you're going on a date or out with friends.

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    A quality - quality establishment through and through. Vibe is very much, tavern meets upscale…read moremodern American dining experience. Service was great. Attentive, explained the menu well. Lunch - we all got burgers and we all thought they were absolutely fantastic. It wouldn't be fair to compare to another well known for their burger establishment in town wink wink; but the Dearborn burger was very very respectable and...came with fries which were perfectly fried and salted. My son loved them. The burger, cooked incredibly well for a medium. Still juicy. The bread, pickles, sunny side up egg and bacon all lent itself to a well balanced burger. Does it reach the heights of some other spots? Not as much - BUT This would be the best burger in most large American cities. Would highly recommend for a good lunch. The basque cheesecake was also solid!

    The Dearborn has a great atmosphere, and most of our food was very good. My son really enjoyed his…read moresoup appetizer, though my fried chicken appetizer wasn't quite as strong. My gnocchi entree, however, was excellent, the rolls are very good, and everyone in our party enjoyed their craft cocktails. The only strange moment of the night occurred when our server snapped at my teenage son while he was ordering. It's a loud restaurant, and she abruptly yelled at him that she couldn't hear him and needed him to speak up. My wife immediately called it out, saying, 'That's very rude,' which seemed to snap the server back to reality. The rest of the meal was completely uneventful, and despite that momentary lapse, I would still go back.

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