The open kitchen at this upscale "diner" works with ingredients ranging from bologna to foie gras.
At a glance
#28 of 240 Restaurants in Chicago #10 of 85 American restaurants in ChicagoLocalGuideWorld score: 4.60
Rating breakdown
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5 ★78%
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4 ★14%
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3 ★4%
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2 ★2%
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1 ★3%
Quick facts
- What is the rating of Au Cheval?
- Au Cheval is rated 4.6 out of 5 based on 7,512 reviews.
- How does Au Cheval rank in Chicago?
- Au Cheval is #28 of 240 Restaurants in Chicago by LocalGuideWorld score (rating weighted by number of reviews).
- Where is Au Cheval located?
- 800 W Randolph St, Chicago, IL 60607, United States — 0.6 km from the center of Chicago.
- How can I contact Au Cheval?
- Phone: +1 312-929-4580 · Website: auchevaldiner.com
Legendary burger spot in the West Loop.
My friend and I made our way here around 3 p.m. on a Saturday, mentally prepared for the usual wait that this hotspot commands. To our pleasant surprise, we snagged a pair of bar seats, avoiding any wait time.
Eager to make the most of our visit, we started with the chopped liver—offered in limited quantities each day. Rich, decadent, and impossibly creamy, the chicken liver was a revelation. But what truly elevated it to another level was the toast that accompanied it. It had the perfect ratio of butter-soak to crispiness, making each bite a sinful, satisfying experience.
No visit to Au Cheval would be complete without sampling their legendary burgers, and I opted for the most decadent of them all: the double cheeseburger with bacon and egg. The additional toppings made the burger quite hefty, requiring some strategic maneuvering to enjoy it in manageable bites. Despite this, every component played its part perfectly—the bun was flawlessly toasted, the bacon crisp yet not overpowering, and the egg yolk added an indulgent creaminess that melded with the rich, juicy patties.
For those planning a visit, just know that Au Cheval doesn't accept reservations, so an off-hour visit might be your best bet to dodge the wait. And if your heart is set on the chopped liver, arrive early before they run out. Among the countless burger joints I've visited in the U.S., this one effortlessly ranks in the top five. A must-visit, must-taste, must-experience kind of place.
My friend and I made our way here around 3 p.m. on a Saturday, mentally prepared for the usual wait that this hotspot commands. To our pleasant surprise, we snagged a pair of bar seats, avoiding any wait time.
Eager to make the most of our visit, we started with the chopped liver—offered in limited quantities each day. Rich, decadent, and impossibly creamy, the chicken liver was a revelation. But what truly elevated it to another level was the toast that accompanied it. It had the perfect ratio of butter-soak to crispiness, making each bite a sinful, satisfying experience.
No visit to Au Cheval would be complete without sampling their legendary burgers, and I opted for the most decadent of them all: the double cheeseburger with bacon and egg. The additional toppings made the burger quite hefty, requiring some strategic maneuvering to enjoy it in manageable bites. Despite this, every component played its part perfectly—the bun was flawlessly toasted, the bacon crisp yet not overpowering, and the egg yolk added an indulgent creaminess that melded with the rich, juicy patties.
For those planning a visit, just know that Au Cheval doesn't accept reservations, so an off-hour visit might be your best bet to dodge the wait. And if your heart is set on the chopped liver, arrive early before they run out. Among the countless burger joints I've visited in the U.S., this one effortlessly ranks in the top five. A must-visit, must-taste, must-experience kind of place.
Au Cheval was recommended by friends that lives in IL. I made sure to visit before I leave IL. Highly recommend the place. It was worth it. Got there right exactly it opened. The server made it exceptional as she made made sure we're good. Also the Burgers have big servings so plan accordingly ☺️☺️
The claim is the best burger in Chicago. Previously, best in the US.
I have problem with over hyped restaurants. I want to be blown away, but the hype puts my expectations out of reach. That said, this was a good burger with nice flavors. I arrived still full from lunch and didn’t have any problem putting the whole burger down. That shows it was good.
I would return and enjoy another burger here. They have root beer on tap if you are in the mood for something nonalcoholic. It was quite good, perhaps one of my favorite root beers.
The place is busy and the staff are trying to push as many people through as possible. I get it. But it just pains me to feel rushed out versus continuing to sit, enjoy, and revel in the restaurant. The server’s desire for us to go was off putting.
I have problem with over hyped restaurants. I want to be blown away, but the hype puts my expectations out of reach. That said, this was a good burger with nice flavors. I arrived still full from lunch and didn’t have any problem putting the whole burger down. That shows it was good.
I would return and enjoy another burger here. They have root beer on tap if you are in the mood for something nonalcoholic. It was quite good, perhaps one of my favorite root beers.
The place is busy and the staff are trying to push as many people through as possible. I get it. But it just pains me to feel rushed out versus continuing to sit, enjoy, and revel in the restaurant. The server’s desire for us to go was off putting.
I had heard of Au cheval before, they have one in New York, but I haven't had a chance to go. I'm currently visiting Chicago and we wanted to eat a burger and saw that this restaurant was kind of close to us. We know that the wait is usually long but we decided to try it on a Monday around 4:45 p.m. We got there and there were a couple of stalls open and we picked our seats. Our waiter was lovely, she gave us a couple of recommendations. We ordered 2 cheeseburgers, one with bacon and the other with egg, 2 sides of fries, fried honey chicken and bone narrow with toast. The food came to the table quickly, the cheeseburger was perfectly cooked, I don't eat meat too often but I thought the burger was pretty solid. The fries, on the other hand, were okay and were small pieces, the fried chicken was good and the bone narrow was on point. I liked the aesthetic and atmosphere of the restaurant, like an elevated dinner. I think this place is overrated, but you should try these burgers at least once. Also the pink lemonade cocktail is a must.
Au Cheval is another Chicago icon slinging out it’s popular gourmet burgers and fries. Been meaning to try this place for so long and finally had a chance to visit.
I ordered the go to of many people which is the single cheeseburger but added the egg and bacon on top. Don’t be confused, the single is actually a double and the double is actually a triple so plan accordingly. The meat was well prepared but the extras of egg and bacon really made the burger. The bacon was thick cut and seasoned perfectly. Everything melted in your mouth. I’d definitely eat this burger again but be aware, it is pricey so it’s definitely a splurge compared to something like In-n-Out which tastes equally as delicious.
Service was fantastic. Our waiter was great and even brought us an order of fries with egg and sauces on the house that we didn’t order so I was impressed.
I ordered the go to of many people which is the single cheeseburger but added the egg and bacon on top. Don’t be confused, the single is actually a double and the double is actually a triple so plan accordingly. The meat was well prepared but the extras of egg and bacon really made the burger. The bacon was thick cut and seasoned perfectly. Everything melted in your mouth. I’d definitely eat this burger again but be aware, it is pricey so it’s definitely a splurge compared to something like In-n-Out which tastes equally as delicious.
Service was fantastic. Our waiter was great and even brought us an order of fries with egg and sauces on the house that we didn’t order so I was impressed.
I've heard for a long time about the greatness of the Au Cheval burger. Today was the day to give it a try. My friend and I arrived at the restaurant 1 minute before it opened and there were half packed. We got a table under window. We had a very good experience. Burger and fries were really outstanding! The staff's service and their attentiveness also made the experience great. Highly recommend eating here! Loved my meal here and will happily return. Next time will be trying the fried chicken.
Indulged in both the burger and fried chicken, and I must say, excellence was an understatement. The burger easily ranking among one of the best I have every tried & each bite was amazing. As for the fried chicken, it was a crispy and succulent & I really enjoyed the sauce they put on it. To top the cherry, The staff's service & attentiveness also made the experience great. Highly recommend eating here!
I've heard for a long time about the greatness of the Au Cheval burger. Today was the day to give it a try. We arrived at the restaurant 15 minutes after it opened and it was already full! After a short wait, we were seated and dug into some VERY tasty french fries (pictured with fried egg) and a very tasty burger as well. Is it the best in Chicago? I don't know, but it is a very, very good burger. Place has a great vibe and the service is terrific! Loved my meal here and will happily return.
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