The seller here: late night kitchen! In terms of quality and taste, I was pleasantly surprised by both the Buffalo Chicken Fries and the Breaded White Fish Sandwich. Usually when I repeat restaurants, I like to order something new but these were good enough that I'd want them again! The Oreo milkshake was good and thick. The fries that weren't topped with buffalo sauce and cheese were meh. The woman who took our order spoke really fast and seemed impatient to my questions, but maybe that fits the vibe of late night eats. I was a little surprised that the cups and to go boxes were styrofoam, I didn't realize places were still doing that haha read more

The Hat Chicago - Buffalo Chicken Fries, Oreo Milkshakes, Breaded White Fish Sandwich Combo Special - Burgers Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Ordered late in the evening on New Years Day. They were open, which was nice when everything else was closed for the holiday. Grateful. Huge burger. Crispy crinkle cut fries. Fast delivery. They just got the cheese wrong. I wanted a slice on my burger but they sent a cheese cup. Oh well. lol. I'd order from there again. read more

the hat gon always get you right for some late night food, and they got MILD SAUCE. Automatic win. They always get you in and out usually no longer wait than actual cook time. They could use a slight rebrand on the theme of the restaurant but I don't think they care or if that matters at all lol. read more

I stumbled across The Hat during a quick day trip to Chicago. I needed to grab a meal before I hit the road back home. I grabbed a delicious chicken sandwich, fries, and a drink and they really hit the spot. Service was very quick and the restaurant really gave off a great local vibe. I'll be back for sure. read more

The Hat Chicago - Burgers Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Tremendous "true" Chicago street food. Dogs, Burgers, Polish, Italian Beef and Sausage. Other stuff, too! Fast service. Comfortable inside seating I enjoy it. read more

Bacon cheddar burger had no bacon and covered in slop that is supposed to be cheddar cheese? read more

The Hat Chicago - Burgers Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Absolute morons work here...Asked for a hot dog to go...one hot dog! How hard is it to make one hot dog??? but instead they charge me for 2 hot dogs fries and a drink...I was wondering why my bill was over 12 bucks. I thought the place just served expensive hot dogs...lol I'm like why are you handing me a giant bag of food??? Note to brain dead staff: Dont try and sell extra crap if a person doesn't ask for it. This place is a scam and i will never be back. read more

The only plus here is that they're open late, but other than that, the food is very much left to be desired. I ordered a Buffalo chicken sandwich and it was mediocre. My partner ordered a Chicago dog, and I thought it was very mid. I guess I'll stick to my other late night spots. read more

The Hat Chicago - Burgers Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Quick and late night place but more options than a hot dog. Love the after hoursthe prices are still high for what you get. Has a nice outdoor place for the dogs and all the bus can salivate as they go by. Service is quick. read more

Could be said this place is old hat. It certainly looks like an old school Chicago greasy grill, whether that's a good or bad thing who knows. The Hat has burgers, but that's just one of many things. Also has one that's plant based. Falafel is another protein choice available as a burger or a side. A few times and I've had the vegan friendly choices. It's surprising this place has a few. The last time it was the Char Vegan Burger, which has got to be the healthiest item. It's about $8 and it's pretty big. This comes on a whole wheat bun, so you get grains and proteins. Be sure they don't put the cheese and mayonnaise on it. They don't seem to know any better and automatically put it on if you don't say to leave it off. Good place to go to even when it's late. It's open until early in the morning. The burgers include the meaty Vienna beef, but there's also the falafel and the other one for vegans. read more

The Hat Chicago - Char Vegan Burger - Burgers Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

I live in California and visit my son and my daughter-in-law in Chicago once a year. We decided to go to The Hat tonight and we all had the grilled chicken sandwich and fries. Oh my god! It was soooo good. The chicken is pounded flat and marinated. The bun is so soft and delicious. It has mayonnaise, shredded lettuce and diced onion on it. The fries are awesome. We dipped them in ketchup or cheese sauce. I can't say enough so I won't say anything more except TRY IT. read more

Decent food. Terrible service. Fine ambiance. Nothing special. Better off going to George's on Damen.

I've ordered from here a few times. I do love the garlic fries. Prices aren't crazy, although their online menu pricing has not been updated. Some things are up to $1 off. So treat them as -ish prices. The burgers are good. Greasy. messy. Make sure you have napkins and I wouldn't recommend for on the go. They are a very good size too. I haven't ordered anything other then burgers as those always seem to be made very well. Current hours as of November 2022 Mon-th 1030am-3AM Fri 1030-4AM Sun 11am-3AM Yes they are open well past midnight every day of the week. read more

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I'm originally from California and I had to see if this was the same as The Hat that we have. It isn't. They serve a large variety of griddle food that reminds me of a cafeteria (with better quality!) My husband got the italian beef with spicy peppers; he loooved it. We are not italian beef experts by any means and basically love all italian beef sandwiches. I got the grilled chicken club which came drenched in honey mustard. Messy but delicious. We also had chili cheese fries. Come here if you need your fast food fix! read more

Spotted this place right after clubbing on a Saturday night. Definitely made the right choice because this place definitely hits the spot in terms of after-clubbing food. The food takes a little bit but that's because the chefs/cooks are cooking everything fresh. Appreciate their service a lot! Plus their menu is pretty vast, so whatever you're craving in the moment, they got it (especially the Gyros). Definitely the ambiance was really retro and felt old school with their booths, I loved all the neon signs and felt like a cute little after drinking hangout spot. read more

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Called 5 times to place order. Was hung up on 5 times in middle of order. Called again twice. Phone was disconnected both times. Called once more. Phone was picked up and hung up immediately. By the way i sat outside and watched this happen. I just don't like ordering in person. If i could give negative stars i would. Moderate line. Just lazy workers. read more

The Hat Chicago - Burgers Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

The rib tips hot link combo is good but the don't give you enough for the price and my order had a lot of Burt non chewable tips in it. Uber eats was ok. read more

My second time here. First time was in 2019. Food is still tasty. The portions are a lot. Great place to grab something quick. Service is fast and they are friendly. Seating on the inside are a few booths, nothing fancy but it works. The outside seating is spacious and pretty. read more

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good service fresh food, parking available. christmas music, clean house too i'm having the egg & pepper sammy read more

Keep your expectations in line with what this is, a late night greasy spoon, with that said I feel this is solid place and my go-to late night/stoned/coming home from a show spot. I order here at least 1x a m0nth in winter and sprin/summer 2-3x a month (bc I'm more likely to be out late when the weather isn't trying to freeze me to death) my favorites are the Itailian beef and spicy chick picy chicken (a suffienct mild/moderate heat IMO, for heat scale: I'm a spicy lover...like sweating under eyes spicy, but this is a good level of spice, similar to other majr chains level of 'spicy'). I also enjoy the hamburger as well, it's not a gourmet burger but its cooked to order to the doneness you like. Its not the best burger I've ever had but its solid and a couple steps above McDonalds for sure. Fries are always crispy and hot! read more

NEVER AGAIN. ordered late because nothing else was open, spent $50 to feed 2 people, might as well have spent 0 we threw EVERYTHING out. veggie burger was no bueno. the avocado we paid extra for was moldy (see pics) mozzarella sticks were clonkers. picture super thick, squared off logs, NOT GOOD! tasted stale, cheese was like biting a twizzler such a freaky experience if you want cheese fries, order regular fries and a side order of sauce. the fries were decent but so soggy from the chz whiz they were inedible if you're hungry late at night, jog in place until you fall asleep bc if you order from here you'll be up at 3:14 am writing a review from the bathroom read more

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The quality of the food from The Hat has progressively decreased over the past few months. We ordered food from here tonight and it was terrible. We are done with this place. read more

Fantastic Italian beef (I had it dipped with sweet and hot peppers), authentic Chicago dogs, and good fried. Great price for their combo (2 Chicago dogs, fries and a drink for $9.99). Fast and delicious. read more

The Hat Chicago - Dipped Italian Beef with sweet and hot peppers - Burgers Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Food was good solid chicago street food. Nothing was amazing but it's across from the hotel and good. I would go back.

I'm a fan. Reasonable prices, big portions, fresh food. Cheap and cheerful and open late. What's not to like?

Go spot for a fast meal that's not the arches. Crowded, fast, old school Vienna beef sta d with a sit down area. Njoyed it. Burger was good. Fries fresh cut. read more

The Hat Chicago - Cheesburger - Burgers Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Service was pretty good overall the food ok the bbq ribs were very bland, no seasoning and bbq sauce lack flavor for it.

I thought the chicken sandwich would be good but it was terrible. My chicken was over cooked and my fries tasted ok. But honestly even Wendy's does a better job than this. My chicken was hard on the edges and on the inside. I was charged $15 for everything when this food was worse than Wendys. When I complained about the chicken the manager said my chicken is fresh. I myself know the difference cause I also cook. And could have cooked a better sandwich at home. They did not want to give my refund and were just ignoring me when I complained. I really would not recommend this place the chicken sandwich was really awful. I want my refund. I also didn't like my bun because it was too greasy. Nothing but over cooked food for a hangover. read more

The Hat Chicago - Burgers Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

This is my new late-night spot. Every neighborhood I live in has to have one. Open until 4AM! I've lived in Wicker for two weeks and have already found my stoned ass here four times. And it's exactly what you expect it to be. Solid Vienna hot dogs, pretty mediocre everything else. The burger was honestly worse than McDonalds, and I couldn't suggest it to anyone, no matter how turnt you may be. Keep it Chi. The Italian Beef was not amazing but did the trick, and the fries are fine. Step inside after midnight and you're sure to find a room full of drink and stoned folks, someone is probably yelling at the employees who are working their butts off. The food comes out quick and reliably. In the times I've gone the staff has been very task-organized and aren't mean, which, for this kind of restaurant, means the service is great. Not in any way a destination hot dog (go to Fatso's or Red Hot). But if you're in the neighborhood and have just finished railing your fifth shot, go check 'em out. read more

I love the hat so dearly that as I write, I am sitting in the window eating 2 chicago dogs, crinkle cut fries, and a diet pepsi all for $10. Shout out!!!!! read more

Stopped in here for a quick bite while waiting for the bus. Food seems kind of overpriced comparatively to some of the other hot dog beef places in Chicago. I paid $16 for an Italian beef dipped combo which came with fries and a small cup. To me, that seems a little over the ordinary, considering the food was quite mediocre. Place was pretty nice though and staff is very friendly. Seems more like a late night spot, then a place that you would go in the evening. read more

The Hat Chicago - Burgers Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

I've been to The Hat a few times since moving to the Wicker Park area and it's a reliable stop in. They always have seating which is a plus in Wicker Park. It's nothing fancy but it's a hot dog joint! It's got the goods and I enjoy them just fine. Cheap eats and quick enough. Love getting their hot dog + fries deal...and adding cheese! Them cheese crinkle cut fries are the bomb! read more

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Why only 3.5 stars? This place really hits the spot after a late night out! They have all the late-night grub you could ask for. Smackin Chicago dogs, pizza puffs, loaded buffalo chicken fries were all delicious and fresh for a 4AM food run. I'm still thinking about The Hat even though I only went once almost a year ago! read more

Great late night spot. Was there at 1am and it was packed and poppin'. Despite being packed and poppin the service was great. The people working there are kind but also seemed like they were having a fun time working. I got tge number 4 which is a cheeseburger and I got a strawberry shake that was incredible and delicious onions rings and fries! So good! I didn't even eat my burger till the next day and it was so delicous with all the sauces. read more

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Was in Chicago for my birthday and was very hungry and a lot of places were either closing or closed, not The Hat! I made a pickup order and ended up getting a burger and their chilli cheese Fries and I must say the food was pretty decent and fulfilling. The place was very convenient and easy to access. It's a very fast past establishment, so make sure you have your ducks in a row when your picking up or placing an order. Overall I recommend this spot! read more

The Hat Chicago - Burgers Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Late night and all day spot for comfort food Food: Gyro - 5/5 - excellent tasting, large portion size; you can substitute lettuce in place of onions; a favorite indeed! Avocado club burger - 5/5 - excellent tasting thanks to the bacon and avocado, large portion size Cheeseburger - 4/5 - OK for the late night munchies and definitely heartier/beefier than most fast food burgers Chicken club burger - 5/5 - excellent tasting thanks to the bacon and avocado, large portion size Grilled chicken sandwich - 3.75/5 - decent; filet was too thin Fish fillet sandwich - 2.5/5 - breaded and fried but the fillet itself barely tasted like fish; I liked the craft bun and fresh veggies. Only slightly better than a McDonald's fish fillet sandwich Pork chop sandwich - 3.5/5 - breaded and fried; not bad if you feel like a pork chop but overall making a sandwich out of this is not really complementary Buffalo chicken loaded fries - 3.5/5 - not buffalo enough and loaded with too much cheese Ambience: Simple design. Smallish in size. Some outdoor seating available. Service: Decent/mediocre to jaded. ... Is asking for a "thank you" to the customer so much to ask? read more

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Made to order Chicago Street food. I had the char dog with fries. Plus a small milkshake. Great food. Awesome that they have Tabasco and hot sauce at the tables. Spacious and neat restaurant read more

The Hat Chicago - Burgers Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

This food at this place was more than I had expected!! The meat was perfectly seasoned, it was soft with nicely crisped edges.. I had both the Greek house dressing and the gyro sauce, my taste buds were extremely happy. I was sad at every bite noticing that I was eating at a pretty fast rate and the large bowl of food was quickly vanishing... My girlfriend had the combo beef, and I really didn't hear any chewing, but she was definitely morning a lot. We barely said a word to one another while feasting, but we did share a small bite of each other's food. the staff were professional, quick and efficient. I'd say the girl with the tattoos deserves a raise, she kept her cool while a customer was giving her attitude, that's not an easy thing to do late at night, with all the intoxicated and or mixed crowds of personalities and characters. She's my favorite cashier of all time!! I'll be back, and I'm coming with friends!! read more

The Hat Chicago - Greek Salad with Gyro meat.. - Burgers Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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I come here pretty often since I live close to it. I think it's a very solid Chi street food joint. They even have Merkts cheddar, which is a total win in my book. All the food is made to order, super fresh and yummy. Ive ordered the gyros, burgers, hot dogs, fries, shakes, everything has been great IMO. OH! I almost forgot to mention the Koolaid. I'm a huge sucker for red Koolaid, which they have here. Also, I appreciate how clean and neat it always is in this joint. Because it's on the corner of North Ave and Ashland, I wouldn't recommend driving here as parking isn'the easiest. Edit: I noticed that customers of the Hat are actually allowed to park in the Hollywood Grill lot across the street, so there IS parking read more

It was late and we were hungry. I was shocked to find a real veggie burger on their menu! It was actually delicious!! The food is reasonably priced and tasty. They also have their own drinks you can try they remind me of kool aid. 1.25 for a side of cheese I thought was high but hey I was in Chicago so I went for it. The shake machine was down so we didn't get to try that but they have a few items on their menu to try and stay open until 3am so you should be able to find something on there that suits you. read more