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Roscoe Village’s Indiana-style smashburger shop makes crispy-edged doubles with its tangy Region sauce. Included in Time Out Chicago’s 2025 list and celebrated by neighborhood regulars for its throwback griddle flavor.
Indiana-style griddled burgers with secret sauce & classic sides
2057 W Roscoe St, Chicago, IL 60618 Get directions
$10–20
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