The Bad Apple
Restaurant · North Center
4300 N Lincoln Ave, Chicago, IL 60618
Highlights
Creative burgers, extensive craft beer, game room & laid-back vibe
Creative burgers, extensive craft beer, game room & laid-back vibe
"Order any of The Bad Apple’s burgers to-go, along with beer and booze." - adrian kane
"Bad Apple is a true North Center staple and is anything but rotten. From their eclectic wall art to their heavenly food, a visit here makes for a delicious and juicy experience. Their great beer/cider selection and neighborly vibe confirm Bad Apple a must-see and must-eat-at destination in the ‘hood." - Anna Affias
"This Lincoln Square bar has more burgers than any other place on this guide, clocking in at 14. And like its space (which is decorated with horned skulls and dragon paintings that might remind you of Spencer Gifts) each burger has personality. Like the Elvis’ Last Stand, with peanut butter, bacon, and plantains. But even more impressive than their burger selection is the beer menu, with 25 on draft, plus 150 more in bottles or cans. The bartenders are friendly and knowledgeable, so when you show up alone, you’ll have someone to chat with about hops—or at the very least, get some help picking a beer." - john ringor, veda kilaru
"Looking for a local spot to grab a burger and a beer with friends? If you’re in Ravenswood, go to The Bad Apple. Keep things simple with their regular Bad Apple burger, or try something more creative like a Slow Burn with sauteed spicy chilies or a Tomorrow Never Dies with bone marrow and black truffle aioli. This place is consistently busy, so prepare to wait (there’s a large bar area where you can do that)." - josh barnett, sam faye, adrian kane
"The Bad Apple is known for having creative burgers that actually taste good. You’ll find things like the Elvis’ Last Supper (with housemade peanut butter and bacon), or the Slow Burn, topped with spicy chilis, sauteed onions, bacon, and white cheddar cheese. And now their long list of burgers is available to-go, along with beer and booze." - adrian kane
