The Bad Apple

Nice place, the atmosphere was great for it to have just opened. Staff friendly. Amazed by the sauces they make in-house, even the ketchup. Best thing i ate were there, honey garlic wings. Everyone in our party spoke highly of them. Also the taco was really good.

Wonderful place to sit in the courtyard and enjoy a delicious meal. Great selection of beer on tap, quality burgers for a reasonable price. Beyond the Thunderdome tastes as impressive as it looks and the Jake and Elwood is outstanding. Everything is made in house - even the ketchup! YUM! Order the High Mile Pie - if you have friends who will help you eat it. Cool history wall with an image to John Dillinger and the owner’s family history during prohibition.

The food was ok. I wished they had a soda fountain. They have a wide variety of beers. The mousse was small.

I visited The Bad Apple during my trip to Chicago, and it was a very pleasant experience from start to finish. This historic spot has a great atmosphere, lively but relaxed, making it the perfect place to enjoy a great meal and drinks. We sat by the bar, where the service was incredibly kind and welcoming. Even as a first-time visitor, I felt like I had picked the right place. The food was excellent, the fish and chips were perfectly crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, and the cheese curds were warm, melty, and addictive. The real standout for me was the Diavalo flatbread, just the right amount of crunch, rich and cheesy with a bold spicy kick, all balanced by a drizzle of honey that made every bite even better. The drinks were just as impressive. Their Old Fashioned combos are fantastic, offering unique twists on a classic. I tried one with Mescal! Everything about The Bad Apple made for a great evening, the food, the drinks, the friendly service, and the welcoming vibe. I definitely will come back!

Happy to see something really cool finally going into this space, it's a huge spot and they really pay homage to the history of the area which is really nice. We didn't order a burger, dumb I know, but will come back soon for brunch to try different ones and I'll update this review. But the cheese curds were amazing and they have a ton of different options for old fashioneds and we enjoyed everyone we had. Come by for date night or as a huge group as they have tons of larger tables outside on the patio or inside. I think this place is going to do really well once people know it's open.

This review is for the people with dietary restrictions. I was really pleased with how our waitress took care of us and took special care to ensure my meal did not include any of my pesky allergens. She checked and double checked! I really enjoyed my food and thought the service was just right. The restaurant atmosphere leaves something to be desired. Wasn’t a huge fan of the TVs plastered all over the patio, but that’s just me. Great night, thank you.

Great burgers and amazing patio in Lincoln Park! I brought my baby and there was plenty of room for the stroller and the music wasn't too loud. I was able to substitute the burger patty with an impossible patty to make it vegetarian. The fries were a little salty but were still delicious. I would definitely go back again.

This is a beautiful new gastropub with one of Chicago’s best outdoor spaces. If you’re looking for a beer and a burger you won’t do much better than this spot. The beer selection is huge with 50 beers on tap and the burger is top notch! Here’s what we ordered: 1)Everything wings.. tasty buffalo flavor with celery and blue cheese blended into the sauce. 2) Chicken, bacon, ranch poutine… they have four different types.. this one was decadent… could barely put my fork down. 3) Burgers… we ordered the Thunderdome and the Jake n Elwood both were juicy and flavorful… we have no problem calling this burger spot a top ten. Service was fast and friendly. It’s obvious this crew knows how to run a restaurant. Highly recommend!

Pretty good first night out to dinner in Chicago. Excited to Yelp all summer long! Here's what we ordered: Cheese curds: highlight of the meal. everyone agreed. The Bad Apple Burger: the burger was excellent, lots of flavor. Could've gone without the fries - a little too soft and bland for my liking. Ranch was great, ketchup was not. The salads that were ordered were great portions (and will hopefully make for good leftovers). The pork tacos were spicy but good. All good thoughts from the rest of the table. Portion sizes are not for the weak. HUGE beer menu and some yummy old fashions as well. I had a spirit-forward gin cocktail that had lots of juniper notes. Just how I like it. A super cool space. I recommend eating outside on the patio if the weather permits! Thanks to Meredith, Andrew, and the rest of the Bad Apple crew for great service.

Walked in on a slow weekday hoping to be wowed by a great burger and to check out the new space. The space itself is a bit odd. It's massive for a burger place and one would expect it to be fairly full after 4:30, but there were only 2 customers in the place along with the 3 of us. It just felt strange. The food itself was nothing special. Kind of like a Small Cheval burger with a fancy topping or two. We plan to try it again in hopes that it was an off day for them.

Choose Bad Apple in Lincoln Park as we are fans of the North location. We came on an early Saturday evening. My husband was still hungry after a late lunch. This location is new within the last 6 months. Will be a solid bar contribution to this area. We sat at the bar to be near the big TV and chat with the bartender. On this occasion my husband ordered the old fashion. He was impressed with his cocktail. The prices here are very reasonable for Lincoln Park. For food my husband ordered a burger on a pretzel bun. He previously had this same burger at the other location and it didn't disappoint. The burger was packed with onions rings, burger, brisket, pretzel bun and more. It was a flavor packed burger and the French fries were delicious and fresh. Overall we enjoyed the food and drinks. Extensive draft menu here. We tried a few beers and settled on the Porter and the Cider. Will be back as they have the Ghost Tequila and would like a spicy margarita made here. Gave it 4.5 out of 5 as the bartender forgot to put in my dessert. However this could easily be a 5 star experience.

Bea provided excellent service at the Bad Apple! She had great recommendations. And the sandwich was sooooo crispy. Great stuff

Was really excited to try it once it opened and it lived up to my expectations. In some ways, it reminds me of Kumas in the creativity of the burger menu but also in the feel of the place (if you swap sports for heavy metal, which yes.) I've gotten a couple burgers there by now and they were all cooked exactly as I ordered and all full of flavors. Of course, some of the combinations of flavors were better than others. For instance, the fig and goat cheese one was tasty but just too much fig so wouldn't necessarily get it again. The Matterhorn has raclette cheese poured over the burger and was super unique. So far, I think my favorite has to either be though the French Onion Patty Melt which adds some gruyere cheese and a bit of au jus to a patty melt which takes something great and makes it even better. I also liked the chili gouda one. The fries are great too and ability to add tons of seasoning for an extra dollar is awesome. Great and diverse beer menu to boot if you're eating on property. Would recommend doing so too because there's a cool patio out back. Can't wait to go back/order delivery again

Had the Harvest Salad .... Delicious . I'll def order that again next time I'm in town. Service was great. Reasonable prices. Great venue.

I've been to the original location in Lincoln Square so I was excited to check out their newest location in Lincoln Park. I came here on a Friday night for dinner with some friends. It was fairly easy to get a table inside. Service was great and attentive from the get go. They have great beer list full of beers you normally don't see. I had the Parisian Patty Melt. I enjoyed it, but wish that it would have been served at a hotter temperature. I also didn't like the house made ketchup. It was missing the salt that normal ketchup has. I will need to come back to try the other burgers. The others in my party had the nada burger, bad apple burger, and the Matterhorn. Everybody enjoyed their food.

Came back to try the burgers and they lived up to the hype. Had the Southern Dandy - It was exceptional. The grilled onions were excellent and the beef perfectly cooked to medium. A shoutout to the bartenders who were super friendly and attentive. Made great cider recommendations.

As soon as I heard that they opened up a location closer to me I knew I had to go. Pretty massive restaurant with a peaceful outdoor patio in between the adjacent building. I ended up ordering the Elvis's Last Supper again but with sweet potato fries this time. This time the burger was well seasoned which improved the taste a lot. The bacon (something I wouldn't get again solely based on my preferences) was crispy while the semi-crispy plantains added another layer of texture. The best part yet again was the peanut butter. This is arguably the best peanut butter I've ever had and it's homemade! Some may argue there is too much, but as a pb lover there's no such thing. Lastly, the sweet potato fries weren't anything special but that's good enough for me. They had a nice crisp but could have used a tad more salt. Was very tempted to get the mile high ice cream pie, but opted to get it in the future. If you want American food, but want something different, this is the place to go. So many crazy burger options as well as a good variety of appetizers. I'm so glad this place opened up so that whenever I crave a unique burger, I have a place to go.

Well, this new location of The Bad Apple has been open for two weeks and I've already been twice, sooo. Yeah. That about sums it up. I'm sold on the drink menu. I don't drink beer but I love cider, and it's hard to find places with more than 1 or 2 cider options. Bad Apple has such good variety of ciders and beers! And the patio feels like a beer garden with all the tree coverage, so basically this is a perfect place to drink all day. The food prices are so refreshingly NORMAL!! It seems like every new restaurant nowadays just adds $4 to the price of the restaurants around it. So seeing salads WITH MEAT for $17 and burgers under $20 is amazing. I don't eat beef so I've had the buffalo cauliflower wrap and the fish & chips. The wraps come in a thick warm pita, not just a tortilla, which is sooo yummy. And the fish & chips were DELISH, and so large that I got lunch for the next two days out of it. Plus all the fry seasonings rock. Next I'm coming back for that ice cream cake...I need it. There are definitely some hiccups since they are so new. Our first visit, the music was SO LOUD. They definitely need some dampeners or something inside. It also took about an hour to get our food the first time, but that was opening weekend. Both things were better the second time around, but still a little slow. I'm confident they'll get on track soon!! I'm so happy to have Bad Apple in the neighborhood, and I know I'll be here often to watch sports, drink cider, and eat my way through the menu.

This is a beautiful new gastropub with one of Chicago's best outdoor spaces. If you're looking for a beer and a burger you won't do much better than this spot. The beer selection is huge with 50 beers on tap and the burger is top notch! Here's what we ordered: 1)Everything wings.. tasty buffalo flavor with celery and blue cheese blended into the sauce. 2) Chicken, bacon, ranch poutine... they have four different types.. this one was decadent... could barely put my fork down. 3) Burgers... we ordered the Thunderdome and the Jake n Elwood both were juicy and flavorful... we have no problem calling this burger spot a top ten. Service was fast and friendly. It's obvious this crew knows how to run a restaurant. Highly recommend!

First time visiting the Lincoln Park location and it did not disappoint. I brought my niece and nephew for an early lunch on a Monday. We were the only people in the restaurant the entire time. The space is huge and has a decent vibe. There's an amazing outdoor patio that will be great when the weather warms up. It lacks the punk, artsy vibe of the original Northcenter location, however, which is a bummer. We were seated right away and our server was great. The menu seemed almost identical to that of the Northcenter location. I enjoyed the Southern Dandy burger, one of my favorites, with a pretzel bun and Old Bay seasoned fries. The kids also enjoyed their burgers and fries, and we loved the cheese curds appetizer we shared. I guess for me everything I eat at The Bad Apple is just a bit much: too many toppings, too much food in general, and it always sits heavily in my stomach for the rest of the day. I know that is probably not an issue for many, but it's why I only go here once every couple of years. However, fancy burger lovers should definitely check out the new space.

Great little dog friendly patio with TVs all around and heaters! Friendly service and great food! These are the best cheese curds I've had in chicago! So many burgers to try and the bone marrow was extra flavorful, I think it would have been better paired with a blueberry jam but it was still good !

I'm so happy Bad Apple is in LP now!!! I don't have to travel far to get a fix of ELVIS BURGER! In the space formerly of John Barleycorn: the new outdoor space reminiscent of when Children's Memorial used to be in the neighborhood.

Came here on a Thursday night with some friends. Was not crowded at all. It was actually pretty empty. They have tv screens with football games on. The burgers are massive with fries that are included. I had the fig one and wasn't a huge fan. The other burgers were tastier. Cheese curds were a hit. The cocktail selection was great!

Dined at the Bad Apple on their first day open. We sat on the patio (dog friendly!). Really smooth service for the first day. Yummy food and drinks. Good vegetarian options. Patio: Very large - mostly tables with a small bar area Dog friendly It will be shaded all the time since it's in between buildings and has a few large trees. Quite a few outdoor tv's showing different channels I'm looking forward to coming back to this new neighborhood spot!

First time customer this weekend and honestly...? Iimpressed! A group of us decided to check this place outand will definitely recommend the patio! The restaurant itself is large and the outside patio is such a vibe. Our group started outside and moved in due to cold but the drinks and food were delicious! I had the blackberry basil mule which was awesome, and the burgers were huge. Our server Jamie was attentive and sweet. Recommended and will be back!

Finally something went into the old Barleycorn's space! Unfortunately it was this. We went on a slow Tuesday night with a group and the waitress was clearly over her skiis. Orders were missed, charged and not delivered. I understand being overwhelmed, but there was an added attitude that was very offensive to a large group of neighborhood customers. The food is not bad, but there needs to be a management change. The ambiance is not warm. Feels like an Applebee's without the competent servers. Sorry!

Customer service was awful. Our waitress was not listening to us and assumed we didn't want food and we had to ask to order. We had some simple questions to ask her but she was not able to answer. We got hugo spritzes and there were bugs in them from the mint leaves they clearly did not wash. The food was fine but nothing special.

Had been looking forward to this place for a long time and was excited to finally be able to check it out. Having walked past it a bunch, it was clear how nice and spacious the patio was, but what struck me upon entering for the first time was the beautiful art work/murals on the while. Really cool vibe and theme. The burger I had (Figs Is In FTW) was every bit as good as the ones I'm accustomed to at the original Bad Apple. Cheese curds and bone marrow apps both extremely tasty. Dessert was the real showstopper. The brownie with layers of vanilla + salted caramel ice cream was ENORMOUS and despite the best efforts of the four of us at my table, we couldn't even finish it. Service was friendly and speedy. Excited to go back.

This place is so good, we come here all the time. Great vibes. Ask for Nick, he gives the best service and conversation! The burgers are to die for and this ice cream cake was enough to feed a family of 6 and for only $12. Soooo good

If one bad apple can spoil a bunch, can a good one do the opposite? I had the pleasure of finding out last night at Bad Apple in Lincoln Park. Busy nights and packed restaurants can sometimes bring out the worst in people...in Leah it did the opposite. From the Sullivan node to have another round, to the little encouragement my friend needed to finish the Thunderdome, to the patience helping our indecisive friend on the menu, there was one common theme, Leah was there to help. She made our night an enjoyable experience, and we will be coming back for sure. Cheers to the honey crisp of the service industry!

The food was delicious. Our waitress was amazing & quick! I wil be coming back again!

Nothing beats the care and quality of food which is homemade. Nothing. Time, skill and sheer passion are needed to make meals and their components from scratch, but it is definitely always worth the immense effort. The Bad Apple gets the Olympic gold medal for creating a menu completely homemade right down to the tartar sauce and ketchup while amping up the flavor, elegance and richness not often seen in casual restaurants these days. My dining companion and I went to The Bad Apple on a Thursday early afternoon and were immediately greeted by our host Michelle. Her radiant smile and warm, inviting countenance made us feel immediately welcome as she proceeded to take us to our table. At that moment, she was Master of the House tending bar, taking food orders and serving. Although it wasn't busy at that time since they were open for only about an hour previous to our arrival, she handled everything with a smooth, friendly graciousness, elegant flair and professionalism which was just spectacular. She's definitely a diamond in the Bad Apple crown. The interior of the restaurant packs a punch in Old World charm with warm woods and beautiful stained glass windows yet balances this with modern art that is captivating, exquisitely original and well thought out. The menu itself is a taste explosion of glorious poutines, vibrant salads, brilliantly creative sandwiches, robust dishes and inventive signature burgers that are, by far, the best to be found in the Chicagoland area. Again, everything homemade. We tried the fried cheese curd appetizer. Holy cow! Warmed at just the right level to bring out the sumptuous tart flavor, delicately battered and accompanied by the best homemade buttermilk Ranch I ever tasted, this was a joy to revel in on all levels. My friend had the magnificent Chili Palmer Burger which was just unbelievable. Cooked perfectly with a side of amazing sweet potato fries, the end result made my dining companion close her eyes quite a few times as if she was in an epicurean rapture. Crispy peppered onions, three peppered gouda, chili aioli, lime and arugula made this an instant classic. I had the jaw-dropping, tantalizing fish and chips which was a sight to behold. Practically covering the entire plate, the haddock was beyond exception: breaded, fried and seasoned masterfully, the fish was given its red carpet, center stage moment and deserved the Oscar for its outstanding performance. Perfect in every way. Kevin, the terrific, charming owner who I had the pleasure of meeting, has an absolute gem with The Bad Apple on Lincoln Avenue. He knows exactly what to do to make a restaurant a dining revelation. Their other location is in Lincoln Park where the former John Barleycorn used to reside. Please make The Bad Apple a regular dining spot as I will do from now on. It's unforgettable.

Ordered the bad Apple Burger. Finally waitress comes out walking around in circles. I said it's got to be mine yep of course. Why don't you number your tables? Then she brought it back into the kitchen. It was another 5 minutes before they came out with it. $22 for a cold burger and cold fries. Chicago is all hype. and I leave Dissatisfied almost everywhere I go. There is this cool thing called mayonnaise, mustard and ketchup and maybe some table salt. I was also forced to listen to classic rock.

This used to be John Barleycorn, remember that? This is the second location here. The original is in Ravenswood and I haven't been to that because I don't get out that way much. I had their fries. The staff and service is wonderful.

We loved Bad Apple! The bartender was very attentive. Cool laidback space, great for watching a game. The food was delicious.

I ordered a regular cheese burger and they gave me a specialty burger. After asking for what I ordered, I received my burger three minutes later (scientifically not enough time to cook a new burger). They then charged me for a specialty burger. After I called it out on the receipt, they returned a receipt with the same total price. Rather than giving a discount for the inconvenience, they charged me more and couldn't even correct their mistake the first time I asked. This place is a mess with mediocre food and I do not recommend.

They do not take reservations and when we gave the number for they to call us back they told us to wait longer. Over 1 hr and 20 minutes until we got an appetizer and it was the wrong food!! And when we got our mains our food was cold. Took 3 times to ask for water refill and 2 times for a side of mayo. Don't ask to be on the patio for mid food and long waits not worth it. ( they can not split checks here) OMG THE WROST THING IS THEY ADD MORE AND THE WRONG THINGS ON THE RECEIPT and they didn't let us see it until after we paid! Be careful they will scam you

Not a great first impression by the bad apple. The bone marrow was charred to hell and the burgers are trying too hard to be something out of Mad Max. Service was slow and when my friend asked for two drinks to make it worth ordering more, the server essentially cut him off and pushed us out. The place was empty. Strange vibe all around.

We ate on patio with our dog. Staff were all friendly and came by to pet our dog. We ordered wings for me and a burger for my daughter. Wings were a good value 10 wings for $16. My daughter enjoyed her burger. I didn't appreciate the way the server presented the bill. She gave a total amount verbally without showing the electronic copy of bill. When I asked to see the bill, she handed device over and when I asked what the 3% service charge was for she indicated it was a tax. I didn't see an indication in the menu of this service fee either.

Uhhhh not really sure why the waitress was rolling her eyes at us for everything we said? The worst attitude our group has ever received from anyone, ever, let alone a server. Please don't come here. I don't know who you are reading this, but I care for you way too much to potentially let you be treated the way we were tonight. She's the "BAD APPLE" at BAD APPLE.

We left a 15% tip (on a 1k bill) due to multiple delays and reminders to the waiting staff that we were missing drinks, and when we paid, the waitress says "I work too f**king hard to not be getting 20%". One of the most inappropriate comments I've ever heard at a restaurant. Will not be going back.

I'm a lifelong Bad Apple fan....have consistently said they have the best burger in the city. I've now been twice and SADLY the burgers at this location are not anywhere close to as flavorful as the location in Lincoln Square. The burgers don't have the same taste that makes Bad Apple....the Bad Apple. The burger was dry, the bun was firm (not in a good way) - both times it was really underwhelming which was sad as I love the location and ambiance of the new restaurant. I'm going to have to go back to the Lincoln Square location...and I really hope they taste like they always have!! I am hopeful this location will adapt and adopt the same cooking methods that made this restaurant the best burger in the city (and ai'd argue the best in the US)

I've been to the Lincoln Ave one 2-3 times and to the Lincoln Park one once. I have a buddy who loves this place, but each time I have been underwhelmed. The menu is overwrought with trying to be creative instead of making the simple burger sing. The flavors are either muted, as in the Slow Burn, or muddled, especially in the East Meets West. The LP location patio is fantastic and the service at both locations is always super nice.

This has become one of my favorite restaurants in the city. The staff is personable and the food is outstanding. Their patio is one of the coolest ways to experience Lincoln Park. As someone who likes a regular cheeseburger, they get fancy with it in all the right ways. I hope others cherish this gem as much as I do!!!

I have a standing date for a late lunch with a friend, so finding a place open in the afternoon is a gift. This location has been open 2-3 weeks. It is good, and we will come back, but it is still finding its feet. The weather was gorgeous, and the patio was perfect. The food is tasty and well presented. I had the Beyond the Thunderdome burger, which is a hamburger topped with cheese and then pulled pork and with big onion rings on top. The pulled pork competes with the burger. I would prefer a bit less. The onion rings are really, really good especially lightly drizzled with the (mild) horseradish sauce. They are presented as a tower on top of the pulled pork on top of the cheese on top of the burger (If I told you it could be called The Napping House burger, that would be a compliment-okay, I have been reading kid books lately). There were a lot of children there between hours 2-4. The patio is also dog friendly. I needed a side plate for the rings, which was provided. Cue: bring that side plate regularly going forward. Easy fix. Fries are well cooked and tasty. I liked the sweet potato fries, but with a tad less salt, please. My friend had the Bad Apple burger and was giving a good imitation of Augie Doggie. Mmmmm... floats up into the air, sinks blissfully back to table height...to take another bite. A table nearby ordered the Mile High Ice cream cake. I can't comment on the taste (it would have been really impolite to go over and ask for a smidgen however much I wanted to) but it did look like they had an engineering consultation from Gibson's pastry chef who makes carrot cake like that. Prices are reasonable, especially for the location. They do not add the dreaded service fee. In days of yore I had gone to John Barleycorn. Bad Apple is in that location. The inside looks like it will be noisy and cavernous. Hard to tell, but that may need some sound dampening. They were not expecting to be as busy as they were. To cover for front of house staffing, the chef was delivering some of the plates to the tables. Good cooperation between BOH and FOH, but even more impressive that the guy who made the food is proud enough to present it. Request-can there be some cider and some non-alcoholic drinks and mocktails, please? Again, easy fix. Like I said, it needs some tweaking, but they are new and good-natured about feedback. We will be back.

Oh my, do not go to this new location (yet?). They have no business being open yet. I figured they'd have their act down with a well established original location. But not at all. Started with the hostess quoting "probably an hour wait" without looking at anything, so we sat inside regrettably. I peaked outside to the huge patio. Plenty of open spots and there were 2 big long tables open. Figured they had a big reservation, or were waiting for a big crowd. (20 minutes later they had them broken down with 2 and 4 tops seated to others). Fine if you don't have a kids menu. But they do. You have to ask for it and it has to be read to you. Nothing printed. Definitely got a vibe that they did not want kids there, even at an early hour. Also being sat in the far back always has me suspicious of their intentions. We soon realized we were in a bad situation. No one within eyesight had food on their tables. The wait for the food to be brought to the table was well over an hour (no exaggeration). And the incorrect order was ultimately delivered to us. They doubled down that it was the correct order (but upon pressing ultimately comped one dish). The table next to us just had to negotiate what they were to pay for as they had to leave after waiting much longer than us. It was a sad situation. Aside from being the wrong order and super late, it was actually decent food, with a good beer menu. But I guess I've finally resigned myself to the fact that we're in the age of $17 burger minimum. Ugh. Sour tastes in our mouths after leaving the bad apple. It will be awhile before I can convince the wife and kids to give it another shot.

Excellent dining experience at the newest Bad Apple! Many interesting menu choices and selected entrees were delicious and plentiful - must be hungry when you go! Charming outdoor patio with trees, beautiful mural, stained glass and enchanting lights. Also a very interesting indoor mural about the building and the owner's family history with prohibition. Will definitely return frequently!

The newest Bad Apple restaurant was a delightful experience. The beer selection is huge. For starters, the fried cheese curds were the best we ever had - Lightly battered and melt in your mouth with a homemade buttermilk dip. Choosing a burger was a difficult decision in that each offering sounded better than the last as you read down the list. The ambiance brings you back to a time in history (tin ceilings, brick walls) but with modern murals painted throughout. A outdoor patio allows for seating to enjoy on a summer day. One visit will have you returning again and again.

Great place to watch a game, truly. Foods great and the taps are clean. I went to Depaul so its nice to have a sportsbar for adults in this neighborhood, if you know what I mean. Nick makes great martinis and knows his stuff when it comes to getting you a bear for your taste. I come here twice a week minimum.. get any burger and the honey garlic wings.

They have so many good hamburgers to choose from and your favorite beer too. It is such a sophisticated and beautiful space. The fried cheese curds are the BEST!!

The ambiance is fine. The menu is pretty limited; only go here if you love red meat. The non-red meat offerings are few & far between. The service is the real problem. We've gone here a few times. The kitchen is ridiculously slow; 30 for a flatbread appetizer? They had one server with a few others trying to help, but the other helpers were completely clueless about which table got which food. Might be worthwhile to go here to have a beer and watch a game, but that's about alll. Meh.

The food was as great as the energy. We were seated right away and server was super helpful and sweet, definitely coming back.

Great spot. The Apple is the new Mecca on Lincoln Park. Great patio and ambiance. Burgers are good and service was timely

Great atmosphere, great service, and burger with fig relish was delicious. and the place is open late, which is really hard to find these days

Food was bad but they had a nice outdoor patio. I had the turkey wrap - turkey was dry

My husband and I visited this new location with friends and had the best experience! They have done a wonderful job in renovating a one of a kind place with custom artwork, tasteful decor, a private room (just waiting for a party/gathering/event) and a beautiful, enchanting outdoor dining space. The food holds up to the creative, high standard that the Bad Apple is known for and the service was stellar...highly recommend!!

flatbread was practically a freezer pizza and management seemed a mess. weird vibes, almost too sterile.