Experience the unforgettable pleasure of crunching through crunchy waffles topped with crisp chicken and drizzled in maple syrup! Chicago boasts plenty of restaurants offering this soul food classic.
Lincoln Square restaurant La Vie Boheme provides classic Southern and soul dishes like chicken gumbo, shrimp and grits, fried green tomato BLTs and their version of chicken and waffles - among many others. They also have unique menu items including their take on chicken and waffles!
Logan Square hipsterdom has never seen anything quite so eccentric; this restaurant serves chicken and waffles to rival anyone's! Their version is absolutely delightful - featuring Sriracha waffles paired with buttermilk fried chicken doused in Harold's-esque sweet-hot sauce; plus they allow BYOB, making for an added bonus!
Heather Terhune of Top Chef fame is at the helm of this exquisite comfort food restaurant and boasts an amazing cocktail program. With breathtaking Lake Michigan views from their nation-large rooftop bar and an eclectic menu featuring short rib poutine, shrimp and roasted squash curry and more - you will not want to leave!
Stanley's Tavern, established during the 1920s when Union Stock Yards and meatpacking district were still operational, is one of the only survivors from "Whiskey Row." Additionally, this working-class tavern also provides breakfast and lunch service.
Their version of chicken and waffles offers something a little different: cornbread waffle topped with buttermilk fried chicken and Sriracha honey sauce for an unforgettable breakfast meal that's BYOB.
Stanley's, an iconic Lincoln Park restaurant, recently expanded to West Loop. While not quite matching up to its Lincoln Park original in terms of comfort food and neighborhood atmosphere, this new Stanley's offers delicious meals nonetheless.
Table Fifty-Two lives up to its reputation. This upscale Southern spot serves some delicious food, like fried chicken and waffles with an outstanding pistachio crusted chicken dish - not forgetting cocktails and sweets such as peach pie!
This place exudes homey charm that makes you forget you're right in the middle of Chicago's Magnificent Mile. Their menu combines both upscale and down-home dishes perfectly, including their delicious crispy chicken with sweet and fluffy waffles for brunch or dinner dining.
If you're craving comfort food, look no further. This diner offers classic American fare around-the-clock and year. From Denver omelets and pancakes to extra crispy bacon strips - whatever it may be you crave here you can find what you're craving.
Lincoln Square Restaurant excels at reinventing classic dishes, like their chicken and waffles, into masterpieces. Pairing sweet waffle with salty chicken is truly amazing; pair this dish with one from their impressive whiskey selection for an unforgettable meal.
Longman & Eagle in Logan Square excels when it comes to chicken and waffles, offering this delicious treat at both brunch and dinner, satisfying cravings anytime of the day or night. Their take features sweet potato hash as an unforgettable meal accompaniment!
Menu highlights include bone marrow and pork jowls, while some of their new offerings fall flat: cornish hen pot pie has pastry that has the consistency of stale tortilla, while lamb neck tagliatelle remains cold.
Lincoln Square restaurant Larkwood's Waffle House stands out with delicious fried chicken, delicious waffles and tasty shrimp and grits as well as pancakes and French toast on its menu.
At Virgin Hotel Chicago's trendy retro-style diner, they embrace the spicy side of chicken and waffles with classic American breakfast items alongside Ina Pinkney's Heavenly Hots pancakes from her chain of local restaurants, along with salty-sweet chicken and waffles topped with Sriracha honey sauce for something slightly spicy!
Pets are welcome too! Guests can relax on either of the comfortable diner counters or cozy sidewalk patio to enjoy their meal, including delicious fried chicken and waffles from this restaurant - they even welcome pets! Plus, service is fast, friendly, prices are fair, hours run up until midnight, they accept BYOB too!
