The Bad Apple

The Bad Apple is a burger joint North Center Chicago located in United States.

9 / 10
707
ratings
  • Phone

    (773) 360-8406

  • Website

    badapplebar.com

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  • Type

    Burger Joint

Address

4300 N Lincoln Ave (at W Cullom Ave) Chicago , IL 60618 United States

Reservations No
Credit Cards Yes (incl. American Express & MasterCard)
Wi-Fi Free
Outdoor Seating No
TouchTunes Jukebox Yes
Menus Brunch, Lunch, Dinner, Happy Hour
Drinks Beer, Full Bar, Cocktails

Comments / 200


Keywords:

burgers cheese curds beer last supper slow burn kumas poutine good for groups casual sandwiches homemade ketchup wagyu beef infused vodka great value spicy food cider bacon breweries Blueberry Lemonade prime rib
Heather Folsom

Pretty much in love with the crazy metal sculptures all over the place... Fun & friendly atmosphere , super unique & flavor-packed cocktails/burgers, bonus points for playing some 90s grunge at dinner .

Chefs Feed

"This is Chicago’s hidden burger gem. Pat Lafrieda's famed meat is always cooked properly and you get a plethora of choices, from the bizarre (peanut butter and bacon ) to the haute."- Perry Hendrix Read more

Christopher Michael

Total hipster bar but holy crap the food was amazing! You have got to try the cheese curds ! No seriously they are bomb! The Chuppacabra burger is legit also. Best burgers I've had in a long time. A++

Kenny Ugel

Great burgers and amazing draft list . Definitely a go-to spot on the north side. There are many crazy sounding but delicious burgers including Elvis’s Last Supper , which has bacon and peanut butter .

Tana Babcock

Absolutely delicious food! Tried the cheese curds , chopped salad , smokezilla burger (WOW) and the Saugatuck Blueberry Lemonade Shandy. Also the server was AMAZING! Really made our experience great!

Korey Witalka

Excellent service , burgers and a large beer list ! Perfect place to go when you have a burger craving with lots of unique burgers to choose from.

Rishad Tobaccowala

Beer and three burgers here that stand out . The bad apple which is their signature. The slow burn for the spice addicted and the Wagyu ( Wednesdays onwards) which is a steak disguised as a burger !

PureWow

Here’s the important thing: The beloved burger bar opens at 11:30 a.m. on weekends, and that might be the only time you can sit down at Bad Apple without a wait. Read more

Rose

Yummy veggie burger & the bf got the Bad Apple pretzel bun . We order the chipotle fries ... best ever! Huge selection of beer .. especially gluten :) We walked out full but great 1st time experience!

Jeff Early

Nice burger , atmosphere, a haven for beer lovers. Good quality but no where near the best burger , top 26 maybe. But go the rest of the menu is creative and delicious

Penny S

One of the best beer lists in the city . Massive, unique, impressive. Also, house pickles and the farro salad are amazing.

Arielle India

Go for the divine, godly food, stay because the drink menu is ridiculous. A cherished spot with great atmosphere and spectacular, knowledgeable staff . Did I mention the homemade ketchup ? 1000/10.

Kelly Chabebe

LOVE this place! Decor and staff are awesome! Best Bloody Mary ever, made with their horseradish infused vodka ! Their truffle fries are to die for. One of my favorite Sunday places in the city .

Catie Gibbs

The truffle fries and cheese curds are awesome and of course the burgers too. Very kid friendly and have an amazing homemade PB&J. Great staff .

Serious Eats

Get the Garlic Fries : Skin-on and fried, they get that rich hue of brown, rendering them crispy on the outside and pillowy on the inside, tossed in a perfect amount of fresh minced garlic . Read more

Time Out Chicago

Go on Wednesdays for the 45-day dry-aged blend of Wagyu and prime rib , made for Bad Apple by New York butcher Pat LaFrieda. This is a steak disguised as a burger . http://tmoutchi.us/YmTIHi Read more

Ben Brotzman

Try the burger with bacon and peanut butter , you won't regret it. Stellar beer and cocktail selection ! Also the option of getting Old Bay seasoned fries , which are delicious.

Jason Romano

Mix the firecracker fry seasoning with whatever other seasoning for even more amazing fries !!! Thank you for the family room - my kid could cry, scream, and tantrum her way to who the hell cares!

Steven Anderson

Great burgers and awesome beer selection . Non-meat? Go for the Strange Famous veggie burger and the veggie poutine .

venessa tarbell

Family factor: the room in the back has games for kids to play. Bring your quarters! My kids recommend the kids burger or grilled cheese . For parents, you can't go wrong with burgers and beer .

Emily S.

I've heard their burgers are incredible - the mushroom quinoa one was even to-die-for! Great crispy fries and cheese curds .

Shaun Rudy

This place is amazing! Great beer and cocktail selections ! I'd recommend the Strawesome. Good for weeknight grub or a Friday night decompress. One of my favorite places in Northcenter!

Mike Nickles

Greenbush Mr. Hyde...not for the novice beer drinker. Dark, complex, and delicious. Wonder what I'll try next...here's the real tip: when you come here, enjoy beer you've never heard of. :)

Justin Rand

Ranks up there with Kuma 's and Burger Bar . Get the fried cheese curds and poutine if you're ready for a cheese nap later.

Mark Webb

The food here is great. More than just burgers , there is serious culinary thought going into the menu - at pub prices. Always a great draft beer selection too.

Ian Halliburton

Cheese curds are a must. Best in chicago. You can't go wrong with any of the burgers .

Eliza K

Don't fear, gluten free eaters! This bar 's very impressive beer list includes ciders , cocktails , and a number of gluten free brews, too.

Renaissance Hotels

The twice-cooked fries alone are worth the trip and the boisterous pub atmosphere is exactly what you want when you’re tearing into a moan inducing burger of this caliber. Read more

Brad Saxon

The burgers are to die for. But more importantly, get the truffle fries . They really round out the best, indulgent meal.

Jeff Bailey

Fantastic burgers and a comprehensive beer list . I could eat here every day. Get the truffle fries .

Brian Chorba

Awesome assortment of burgers ("gotta try 'em all"), seasoned fries , amazing beer list

kailey arlen

Beer list is impressive and the beer cocktails and innovative and tasty. The food was so so... Great atmosphere.

Chris Leon

Tieton from the tap.... holy cow is it good and I've never had it before. Love this place already!!!! :) Awesome service too!

Chris Steele

The burgers are made with some lovely dry-aged beef , so do yourself a favor and order yours medium rare.

Amit Shah

Awesome service, great food, great beer selection . What's not to like? I really like this place!

Jesse Bagels

Excellent burgers and cocktails , as well as interesting poutine , nice outdoor seating

Sabina Kajtezovic

Garlic fries , spinach n enoku mushrooms burger . Try all 3 meads on the menu (2oz tastings). Fav us spicy chile mead .

M M-G

Slow Burn is my favorite. Like the cheese curds as long as they're right out of the fryer. Ask for the special mustards for dipping .

Jennifer Jankowski

Not a lot of chatter about it, but you REALLY must get the garlic on the fries . Add the homemade ketchup and you'll hear angels singing.

Larry B

Huge beer menu...great food ...garlic fries to die for.. friendly atmosphere ... what else can you ask for... "another beer please"....

Gustavo Sanchez

Their burgers are really good here and they have a large beer selection it's an awesome place!

Molly Kent

Great place to eat drink. Awesome beer menu and the That Sweet Hash burger was on point!!

Anthony Heleine

Great burgers , excellent flavor combos. Solid craft beer list .

Lee Allen

One of my favorite beer restaurants . Get the cheese curds and Elvis’ Last Supper on a pretzel roll .

Kaitlyn

French fries and burgers are good. Great atmosphere, lots of unique selections, great meat. Terrible ketchup .

Alex Gakopoulou

Maybe one of the best burger joints in the city . Outstanding beer selection

Evan Montague

Good hard cider and fried cheese curds , if you're into that kind of thing - and you should be.

Kevin

I always get mayo with my curry fries . Bad move here, because their homemade ketchup is awesome. I hate ketchup . I love this. Burgers are great. Beer selection outstanding.

Allison Kaminski

Amazing burgers !! Meet cheese curds and the half acre beer on tap

Stephanie

Amazing selection of draft beers ! Try the pipeworks. Yummy burgers .

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