Small Cheval

This place is delicious. The burgers were great super juicy and flavorful. The garlic mayo was tasty! The chicken sandwich was the best I’ve ever had.z the crunch of the batter was great and the chicken was a real chicken breast that was super super juicy! We will be back!

My boyfriend and I just went to the Wrigley Small Cheval and I wanted to come here to say I HATE the changes they are making. Wrigley now has a counter that you order from, no servers, no ordering at table, just another order window/ fast food, they just have a bar (I wonder how long before they take that out because the bartender was doing nothing). The food was all wrong. I usually go to small cheval, struggle to get through a burger cause it’s so big and full of toppings. Like I usually have to get a single because a double is just too much. I ordered a single burger with “everything on it” My bun was bigger than the single patty, it had a few pickles and mayonnaise on it, the bun was approaching stale and definitely different than it usually is. I went to the counter to ask for lettuce and tomato. (I added the ketchup) The fries tasted like they were stale but they were really hot? It was like they had sat in the window for too long and they threw them back in the fryer to call them fresh. The garlic aioli even just tasted like mayo. It used to be really strong garlic flavor. Everything was plane. We spent $32 on a double signature, a single, and an order of fries and this was not worth half the price. Insanely disappointed. I go to Small Cheval for something better than McDonalds but now I feel like I could (and should) go anywhere else in Wrigley for better value.

If you enjoy eating raw meat and getting food poisoning then you’re at the right place! I heard many good things about this restaurant but ended up being disappointed 🤮 Please check your burger before taking a bite!

Great place to grab a quick meal and drinks after or before the cubs game! There are TVs to watch the game live in the restaurant as well. The staff were super nice and the food was excellent!

This place used to be a solid 5 stars, and it could be again if they return to how things used to be. I’ve been coming here a few times a month, but during my most recent visit, I learned that they made some big changes about two weeks ago: no more servers, no more fountain drinks—just canned sodas—and now there's a self-checkout system. To top it off, the self check out machine still ask for 20% tips, even though we’re doing all the work ourselves. It’s obvious the owner is cutting costs, but unfortunately, it’s at the expense of the customer experience. I won’t be dining in again—I'll just stick to ordering through DoorDash from now on.

Great burgers, great fries and great vibes. I like their gluten free bun allot it held together like a champ! They can make anything on the menu gluten free!! When I ordered my burger gf my waiter then asked me if it was an allergy so they can act accordingly, I love that. I found the shake a little too generic for being $7 🤷 Not a big fan of the truffle cheese sauce either, too runny to dip anything in it.

This is not your average fast food joint. The food tastes very high quality relative to the price. We agreed that both the burger and chicken sandwich could have easily come from a $40 per person restaurant. The fries rank very highly on my list of fast food fries, and the milkshake is a frosty that tastes less artificial. I would highly recommend this establishment for a higher quality fast food experience.

Swung by Small Cheval in Wrigleyville before a Cubs game, and it was a solid choice. Ordered the Signature Double Cheeseburger with fries—burger was juicy, and the fries were crispy, especially when dipped in their garlic aioli. My buddy tried the Wagyu Truffle Cheeseburger and said it was worth the extra few bucks. We also grabbed a couple of chocolate milkshakes, which hit the spot. Dropped around $50 for the two of us, which felt fair given the quality. The place was packed, so service was a bit slow, but the lively vibe made up for it. Definitely a go-to spot for a pre-game bite.​

This location is amazing, the food was so good, the atmosphere was electric and the entertainment was awesome. Shout out to Phill! That dude is the realest server out there. He provided a great example of how a manager should interact with guests!

If you haven't been to Small Cheval in Wrigleyville, you're missing out on a culinary experience that feels like a warm hug from your favorite friend. The burgers here are not just good; they're life-changing. Now, let's talk about the man, the myth, the legend: Phil, the manager. Phil doesn't just run this place; he elevates it.

Alright - it's time we address the elephant in the room. We've all heard the rumors that small cheval has gone downhill since expanding. I'm sure if that's true OR if it's just that so many other amazing burger places have opened up more recently, but the meal we had at this location wasn't **quite** as fantastic as usual. The burgers just weren't as mouthwateringly delicious as they usually are. They also weren't served super hot - which considering how slow this place was on this particular day, that's not ok. I was pleasantly surprised to see that this Wrigleyville location has a full bar unlike other locations - I'm used to doing a boozy shake as the primary option, usually! And for the biggest surprise of all... this place is gigantic! I hope they improve and get back up to par because I would like to see them continue to succeed and fill this huge location, even in the cubs off-season!

I didn't see the Wagyu Cheeseburger on this visit. Maybe it was a summer special? So, I got the standard cheeseburger...medium rare with fries and a coke. There was too much soda water and not enough coke syrup. I just told myself that less sugar was better for my health. haha Service was good as usual. It was a quiet Sunday afternoon which was nice on the noise level. Next time I'll try the Pastrami Burger!

Horrible. Burger was cold and it was served on a super thick bun. Service was a bit slow and the place was EMPTY. My friend sent hers back because it was too cold and the new one came out in less than a minute and it was also cold. This made us think maybe the patties are premade but they didn't even bother to heat them up. Would never come back.

Hello Wrigleyville Small Cheval! Dad and I were going to our first Cubs game in 15 YEARS (!) and decided to stop for our favorite burger on the way to the game! Service was fast and friendly! The food- as always- was excellent! I love the nods to the cubs hidden around the space combined with Small Cheval's classic retro style! I would absolutely recommend this to anyone who is looking for a classic eat before the big game!

Solid service. A bit loud but at least the music was good. The burger was fine. Just fine. But still, fine is fine. I'd rather 5 guys...

Wow the burgers were amazing! Go for the pastrami from green street it was so moist. Our Server was very kind and knew the menu and what to get. Def get two bowls of fries for the table cause that garlic dip was excellent. Happy we came here not during the game cause it was not so loud and we got a table very easily.

Signature double cheeseburger is delicious (I always get no pickles) and the fries are so crispy and good. They will also always give you extra garlic aioli for free if you ask. I can imagine it gets busy around game times, but the few times I've been in person or picked up it's been really quick.

I am so happy that Small Cheval has made their debut in Wrigleyville. I have loved their Old Town and Wicker Park location so it is nice to have one further North. This location is massive in comparison to the other two I have been to. They have enough seating that could easily accommodate large crowds of people during a busy Cubs season. During my visit I was able to easily find a seat at the bar but I had a lot of options to sit at a table. You seat yourself and use the QR code at the table to order your food. That helped to keep things moving quickly. If you seat at the bar the bartender can also take your order. I liked that you were able to get your drinks quicker. They have a ton of TVs for the folks that want to stay up-to-date on the various games taking place. I ordered the single cheeseburger along with fries to keep things simple. The restaurant was busy so the food took a little longer to come out but they brought out several orders at the same time so I assume a lot of it is made in larger batches. The burger was delicious but it gave very much White Castle patty size. The burger felt a little paper thin and it was mostly bun. I know Small Cheval is known to pricey since you buy everything à la carte but the burger felt thinner. They did give a fair amount of fries so it helped to make up for the thin burger. I will definitely come back but I will probably upgrade to the double cheeseburger!

I had never tried and Au Cheval burger even after all the people I heard raving about it. The Small Cheval Wrigleyville spot on Clark St. is large and modern with tables and all stools throughout. Nice enough decor. I tried the Signature Double Cheeseburger and some fries. It was good, I mean not earth shattering but decent. I assume it was the same recipe as the mother ship Randolph St. store? I can think of some better neighborhood spots but for the price with was fair it was a good cheeseburger. Two thin quality beef patties topped with their special sauce and good sized. The fries were standard but thankfully not greasy at all. So I guess I was over hyped on what it was supposed to be. I expected a burger from the burger gods. I wants let down through. It did the job as i was hungry. I almost had no pictures to share as was hungry and ready to pounce on the burger. But I got hold of myself and snapped one.

Au Chevals smaller brother, this is a great alternative to the busier more expensive brother. For ten bucks, it's a great burger that's a good middle ground between a greasy fast food and top tier gourmet burger. So if you're looking for a slightly elevated experience but still "fast" come here for a quick bite. Or hang out for a casual date. The place is like a swanky diner almost with tons of lights and dark wooden all around. It's quite a gorgeous venue with an even better looking upstairs. So don't forget to check up there if you're looking for a better view Food: 8/10 Service: 6/10 Atmosphere: 8/10 Value: 8/10

Literally one of the best burgers I've ever had. If you are in Chicago you need to grab one!

So cool having Small Cheval in Wrigleyville! I love what they did with the space -- really fun vintage diner vibes downstairs, and then the upper level has a huge bar and outdoor patio for when the weathers nice! Ordering takes place on an app, but the 'servers' who are more of food runners were extremely friendly and still checked on us regularly which was nice. Everything was easy to use and figure out! The burger is delicious and flavorful. Definitely a stripped down version from the iconic Au Cheval, but a tasty burger nonetheless. I also ordered a root beer float -- so yummy! And they give you the remaining bottle of root beer to top your float off with or drink alongside. Since it is more of an informal dining experience, you can be in and out pretty quick, making it a great spot to go pre-game for a quick bite. With the proximity to Wrigley though, the prices are pretty steep. Overall, solid experience!

We enjoyed a quick dinner at Small Cheval prior to a Cubs game. My daughter said that they're the best burgers in the city. We walked in and selected a table, before ordering via QR code. That wasn't a problem for us, but we noticed some other people needing assistance to order. Might be an issue if they're super busy. We both selected the single cheeseburger and split an order of fries. The aioli dipping sauce with the fries was amazing! The burger was also very good, however if I were to eat there again, I would order a double cheeseburger, as the patties are pretty thin. I particularly enjoyed the dijonaise on the burger - very unique! My daughter had a chocolate milkshake, while I enjoyed a beer. All in all, a good experience before we headed off to the game!

Took forever to get someone to come over to our table, it was quite busy but they walked past us multiple times and hung out by the bar upstairs until one waitress asked if we had been helped. The food was so disappointing! I love au cheval but the wait for food was so long only for the burger to be cold. The fries were so salty it was tough to eat with out ketchup up. Got a side of the truffle cheese sauce and it was the consistency of Elmer's glue that was drying :/

Service: seat yourself and order via QR code to the table. Easy enough. Waitstaff served drinks fairly quick. Food came out within ten min of ordering Ambiance: Monday around 6p with Cubs out of town and no big events. There were only a couple people in the restaurant- maybe 10 tops. Decor is nice- sort of that mid century modern + 70's look everyone is trying to resurrect (GG's Chicken and Little Goat Diner come to mind). Food: every visit I've made to any of the Cheval spots prior to this occasion, I would've rated the burgers a resounding "alright." I will say, this time around, I took more liberties with how I wanted the burger prepared (since it was order through the phone and I could take my time and be particular) and I have to say, it was phenomenal. The ingredients were fresh and everything was just flat out delicious. I plan on being back and trying it again- just to see if it's a fluke- but I left quite pleasantly surprised.

Came by after checking out the stadium and grabbed some food and drinks. The classic cheeseburger was alright, a tad too salty for my taste. The shoestring fries were FANTASTIC, perfectly crispy and the garlic aioli was fire! I love that you can order and pay at your table via ToastTab! Our server was super nice as well.

The service was not great. I was there on a Monday around lunchtime. It was pretty empty. There were a lot of servers, who took forever to take my order. I was seated at the bar, mind you no one else was sitting at the bar. When I was done, I had to wait forever for someone to take my money. The majority of the waitstaff/bartenders were on their phones. The burger wasn't even that good. No flavor. The only saving grace were the fries.

If you've been to a SC before you'll know what to expect at the Wrigleyville location. And that's a good thing! The menu is similar to others in that there's not much more than burgers, fries and shakes...but this place has booze! Service was super friendly, helpful and attentive. 30% minimum tip types of staff (no I don't work here). The interior is essentially the same setup as Maddon Post besides minor decor changes. Makes me wonder why they took so long to open haha In all seriousness another solid addition to the Wrigleyplex or Rickettsville.

The burger and fries at this location were pretty good. Great for a late night bite. They have options for vegetarian/vegans. I was able to replace the patty for a veggie patty and they also had a vegan milkshake that was very good. The sauce that they included with the fries was fantastic!

I'd say everything was alright: food, service, experience. You order off the QR code and a server brings out the food -- feels like fast casual. There's a restaurant surcharge and optional tipping. I ordered a cheeseburger and they forgot the cheese. The burger comes with dijonnaise, pickles, onions -- other toppings are at an additional cost. For a $12 meal, I expected a little bit more from the food and experience...

Ordered to-go on the restaurant only to wait for 1h for our food. Crew didn't even mention that it would take this long, otherwise we wouldn't have ordered..

They've got gluten free buns!! Huzzah!! Honestly a pretty good gluten free burger, it's a bit pricey though. They also recently changed their fry recipe :,( they used to be these delicious shoestring fries now they are much thicker and have a hint of sweetness(??).

This was my first time visiting town for a couple Cubs games, and I was very satisfied with this neat restaurant. I had a double cheeseburger with fries and a shake. Everything was great including the service I received. 10/10 would return next time I visit town.

Sadly, this is a weak version of its sister restaurants. First, the burgers were a disappointment. Second, they let you pay through your phone... but if you look closely, they charge you $2.49 for the privilege. Third, they give you tip choices of 20%, 22%, and 25%, with 25% listed as "most popular". Three strikes, I'm out.

They used to have the best dairy free milkshakes, very disappointing they got rid of them. It also used to be very easy to order through the Toast app, now you can't, so you have to order through the website but you can't put any special requests on any items. Instead, it says to contact them but their website says to contact them by email and their phone number when you pull them up on maps doesn't work.

I was excited to try Small Cheval, since Au Cheval is one of my favorite burger places, but I was disappointed. First , the atmosphere is vastly different than Au Cheval, it has a 50's diner kinda feel. You walk in , grab a table and use a QR code to order. Once you order and pay a server brings your food. Not much interaction, yet you are charged a restaurant surcharge and tips start at a high percentage. The burgers were wrapped in paper and the bun did not seem fresh. We ordered pickles on the side, but we did not receive them and onions were in little plastic containers. The garlic aioli for the fries also was in a small plastic container. The entire experience was similar to ordering and dining at a fast food restaurant. The burgers are a step above most, but not sure I would return to this location.

If you are looking for a solid burger and fries with an upscale ambiance, check upstairs out. They have a full bar too! Grab a table and order using the QR code. A server is around for custom drinks not on the menu and can also order for you or help troubleshoot. They do add a small restaurant surcharge, tax and optional tip. Restrooms are nice and you'll find those upstairs.

Good burgers, but obviously overpriced due to being around the corner from Wrigley Field. A double cheeseburger is around $11, and that doesn't come with fries which are $5, but at least the fry portions are big. I do appreciate that they have dairy free milkshakes, but you'll still pay a premium for it (around $7). It's hard not to compare any fast service burger shop in the city to Red Hot Ranch where you can get a double cheese burger with fries for $8, but it is over a mile away if you're in the area for a game. Still, like I mentioned the burgers are good for a fast casual environment - they're not too messy but are made with quality ingredients from the bun to their dijonnaise sauce. Though I did hear an employee here straight up lie to a customer - the burgers are not the same ones served at Au Cheval. They're related, but incomparable. You're going to have to endure the long wait like the rest of us if you want that burger. I could see myself maybe coming back, though I live too close not to try and avoid the Wrigleyville tax. For visitors it's a fine place to have pre or post game meal, but not something necessarily worth going out of your way for if you're not watching the Cubbies.

Crowded and loud during games. Sitting at the bar is fun, friendly people who love baseball. I expected more from my burger. I'm told that it completely different than the flagship Cheval restaurant which is disappointing.

Ate here before the Cubs game and the food was phenomenal. We got a double cheeseburger and a cookies and cream milkshake which was delicious. Service was great as well. Would recommend to anybody staying around Wrigley.

Went in at 9:15pm. Scanned the QR code to order at the table and site only showed menu and pay bill. Wasn't approached by anyone also so I just left.

Honestly what the actual f? I ordered a sandwich withouth sauce or pickles and fries but somehow they could not get that straight with their order. I did not order at a busy time, I did not have a complicated order. Be careful when you order online. They can refund your money but not your service fees. Thanks for making sure I paid 12 bucks to not eat!

Burger was very mediocre. Overcooked, dry, over salty. Fries were nothing special. Same as getting a burger from steak and shake... In fact, steak and shake is probably better.

Small Cheval is known for its simplistic yet delicious beef burgers. I concur that they are wonderful, but the beyond burgers here leave something to be desired. The usual toppings don't complement the patty quite as nicely. I also wasn't impressed by the chicken wings, which were a bit fatty and came served with the sauce in a small plastic cup on the side. The here fries are addictive. I also recommend the Oatly vanilla shake, best ordered with a ton of whipped cream on top. Next time, maybe I'll order the classic, non-vegetarian burger. Though I usually enjoy these at other establishments, the beyond meat at Shall Cheval just isn't the same.

I loved the ambiance it was dark clean and looks new. We went after The cubs game and luckily they took our order. They close early at 1000 and the game was still going. Water is a tap and there is a bar. I loved the aoli so good and really generous with fires. Really good burger. I wanted to go to au cheval but heard the lines are long. They need to build one in SF CA. They take card and I hope they build at airport

Great spot for a quick bite. The staff is friendly. They have some items that the other small chevals don't have so that's a plus.

I popped in here earlier this week as I arrived in the city too early for my event and hadn't had lunch. I am a burger fan, so any chance I get to try a great burger I'll take. I was excited to see this in walking distance of my hotel and stopped in for lunch. The beer selection is small so I settled on some tequila. Having prepped for my visit, I was anticipating having to order and pay via Toast and the QR code, but the bartender said he'd just handle it. I just had a bacon double and fries. The burger was very good, and the fries were FRESH AF. I can't tell you which one was better, the burger or the fries. Yes the menu is small, and yes - you're going to pay a bit more for the name and location of this place. But all and all this was a good experience and good service.

The burger is a classic! Love this new location in Wrigley. The interior has a great seating area (which some other locations lack) and its super easy to just order from your phone at the table.

Huge empty space..mid week in January. Ordered pickup- quick and painless over the internet-order was hundred percent correct and traveled well enough (maybe 3 miles to destination-again it was Jan midweek, no traffic or weather concerns). Would describe burger as Steak Shake like with amazing pickles and tiny chopped onions to boost the overall flavor. Chocolate shake had tons of syrup on bottom, thick ice cream vibe ( but small for price). Fries were salty but tasty and side garlic aioli was not worth upgrade ( not garlicky , no significant heft).

Split a double cheeseburger, fries and a beer with the Mrs - not cheap. Great burger - fries were delicious but could have been a bit hotter. Great selection of beers on tap. Great place for a pre game lunch

I've eaten at Au cheval and small cheval Old Town, and Wicker park many times and they are absolutely amazing. Not sure what's up with the Wrigley location but the fries were room temp with no salt and not crispy. The burger was an absolute mess with how it was assembled. The name recognition and price dictate that I should have been blown away and I certainly was not. Would eat shake shack over this every time if I am in Wrigley again looking for a burger.

The entire menu can be made gluten free! The chicken tenders were some of the best I've had in a long time - GF or not!

The burgers here are out if this world good. The reason it doesn't get 5 stars is that this is like a McDonald's at this point ... no service You take a open table (at least the day we were there) ... you open a menu on your phone and you order it ... and then a runner brings you the food ... There is no one assigned to your table in case you have questions or want to ask for anything ... instead we had to get up to the bar and ask for more napkins and ketchup And when you order they give you an 22%, 24% and 26% tip option .... you have to deny the tip in order to get to a customs line where you can put the amount you want. I have no issues tipping but exactly what I am tipping here for since no one helped me ?!?!! The prices are high since it is wrigley ... so can't really complain about that. The burgers are awesome but you must pay separate for fries ... 2 burgers, 2 fries and 2 beers $55 without tax or tip .... not cheap Solid 5 out of 10

The food is average to maybe a little above average. No service though. Zero. Order off your phone, pay a put out server on his. My GF said "I travel enough, I don't need to feel like I'm eating at the airport on my weekends." We wanted this to be good. But it was dehumanizing and yucky.

I had read several reviews and articles about how wonderful Small Cheval is, so I was looking forward to visiting their Wrigleyville location. What a disappointment. The burger was sub-standard and the fries were nothing special. According to the menu, all burgers are cooked to medium. Ordering a well-cooked burger cost extra, as did other additions included for free at other places. Maybe I got a freebie because my medium burger arrived very well-done. As far as ambiance goes, again, nothing better than any other sports-themed bar/restaurant. In my opinion, the whole set-up is geared to one-time patrons looking for a quick bite and some beers.

Small Cheval Wrigleyville is much bigger and more polished than the other locations which fits the need and style of this ever-growing neighborhood. I had the Wagyu truffle burger which unfortunately brought nothing more than a slight truffle flavor. I had to ask for more truffle sauce and still didn't feel like a $20 burger. Just go to DMK or Five Guys.

I usually go to wrigleyville locations with low expectations in mind, but I have to say this establishment thoroughly impressed me. I was a little confused about how to order, but a very kind server greeted me and took my order efficiently. The food itself was quickly delivered and a solid burger and fries. I appreciate the appeal of a small menu, but if they thought about expanding I'd love to see some creative burger options added to the menu. The setting itself was quite peaceful among the various stir of Wrigley shenanigans and a nice place to watch a game for cubs fans. Every person in there was extremely kind and accommodating, truly made my day as I was going out to celebrate alone. Would definitely recommend for anyone looking for a quick bite or people wanting to hit the bar and watch the game on the big screen. Prices were not bad at all, especially considering how expensive surrounding restaurants are.