With five locations around the Chicagoland area, as well as its flagship restaurant in the Printer's Row neighborhood of Chicago, Hackney's has served its famous "Hackneyburger" since 1939. The burger is served on a dark rye bun, which is baked fresh daily in the restaurant's old bakery with no preservatives. As a side dish, try the French-fried onions, which are served in a hot, crispy loaf.
Hackney's
733 S. Dearborn
Chicago, IL 60605
312-481-1116
hackneysprintersrow.com
Located in Hyde Park, the Medici began as a gallery and coffeehouse in the early 1960s. Besides serving some of the best-brewed coffee in the city, the establishment also serves a burger to die for. The dish consists of 1/2 pound of Angus beef on a potato bun, garnished with pickles, raw onions, tomatoes and lettuce. French fries are also included. For the health-conscious customers, the restaurant also serves versions of its "Medici Burger" with turkey and vegetable substitutes.
Medici on 57th
1327 E. 57th St.
Chicago, IL 60637
773-667-7394
medici57.com
Claiming over "66 years of great beefburgers," this South Side family owned eatery serves juicy burgers that are ground daily from USDA choice round steak. All hamburgers are served with French fries. Top Notch also offers special Western (green peppers and BBQ sauce), Mexican (jalapeno and salsa), and Italian (mozzarella & marinara) versions of its beefburgers. Saturdays are busy, but counter service and takeout are also available for those on the run. The restaurant is closed on Sundays.
Top Notch Beefburgers
2116 W. 95th St.
Chicago, IL 60643
773-445-7218
topnotchbeverly.com
Originally a speakeasy that bank robber John Dillinger patronized, John Barleycorn has served a variety of gourmet hamburgers since the 1960s. Specialties include a "Tutto Italiano" burger (red peppers, mozzarella and a balsamic reduction) and the "Blue Vidalia" burger (blue cheese and carmelized onions). They also offer a custom-made burger, where you can choose your favorite items (jalapenos, sautéed mushrooms, bacon, onions), as well as a variety of cheeses (cheddar, blue, Swiss, American). The restaurant is closed on Mondays.
John Barleycorn
658 W. Belden Ave.
Chicago, IL 60614
773-348-8899
johnbarleycorn.com
