The Loyalist
Company Details
Tuesday: 5-10PM
Wednesday: 5-10PM
Thursday: 5-10PM
Friday: 5-10PM
Saturday: 5-10PM
Sunday: Closed
Contact Information
Chicago, Illinois, 60607
United States
The Loyalist Reviews
Submitted by Julie Sopko on 07/24/2022
Julie Sopko 2 stars rating.
We were disappointed in our experience here. Definitely do not order the steak frites. For some reason they say it takes 35-40 min to make, yet it’s cooked medium rare. We did not know or ask what choron is - and we should have. It ruined the steak, which was actually cooked perfectly. They smothered the steak in it. So gross as pictured. Oysters were not good either, just nothing had any flavor. Wish I got a burger!
Submitted by Rizelle Angelique McDermott on 05/16/2022
Rizelle Angelique McDermott 4 stars rating.
I came here for dinner because of all the good things I’ve heard about their burger! I enjoyed the meal as a whole, but I honestly expected more. I am definitely biased towards Au Cheval and couldn’t help but compare the burgers. I found the burger to be just okay, but I loved the cocktails and eclair foie gras.
Submitted by Jason VanderPloeg on 05/01/2022
Jason VanderPloeg 5 stars rating.
What a awesome restaurant. Well renowned for their burger, which lived up to the hype, they do have other fantastic plates. The tartare was amazing!
While we had the burger (& pretty much everyone in the restaurant was like minded) we can’t wait to come back & try everything else!
Submitted by Omar Valle on 02/25/2022
Omar Valle 4 stars rating.
Finally made it to this establishment to see why this place was voted one of the best burgers in the US, I went with a few friends they ordered appetizers I didn't one had deviled eggs which he said were outstanding. 2 of them ordered mussels which they said were amazing, as for me I wanted to try the Loyalist burger which was but to be voted one of the best burgers in the US yeah no not at all I've had better. They gave you sides so you can either dip your fries or an oil to add on to your burger I just kept on dipping the fries on the oil and I think the other side was mayo mixed with ketchup I think both sides were great. Afterwards I believe the manager came by and handed us some chocolate chip cookies as desert we got one big cookie in a aluminum foil bag, the cookie was amazing nice big size which I enjoyed all of my friends that I went with they enjoyed the cookie they said that it was an outstanding cookie. But yeah the Loyalist burger was not bad it was decent would I go back again yeah sure why not I would take other friends there just for them to try the burger.
Submitted by Mila’s Table on 12/07/2021
Mila’s Table 5 stars rating.
Do yourself a favor and visit this lovely restaurant in Chicago. The food is absolutely amazing. The burger was our favorite, it was so good that I had to remind myself to breathe about halfway through devouring it. It was so juicy. ????
I would and have recommend this burger to pretty much everyone I know.
Submitted by Maxwell Leib on 11/20/2021
Maxwell Leib 5 stars rating.
Service was good and the bartender was excellent. We had the beet tar tar, caramelized onion eclaire and the burger....unfortunately the burger didn't make it long enough for a picture! We got super lucky to get a seat at the bar immediately without any reservation for dinner. Beverages were tasty as well!
Submitted by Chandni Patel on 11/12/2021
Chandni Patel 5 stars rating.
My boyfriend and I have been coming to The Loyalist regularly for the past three years. Every year we celebrate our anniversary here because the staff knock it out of the park. Anytime we have friends in town who enjoy a good burger, this is the spot we bring them to.
The food- as soon as we walk in we know exactly what we are ordering, their infamous Loyalist burger. A perfectly cooked burger with pickles, onion aioli, crispy onions and a plate filled with fries. The burger melts in your mouth, while the fries have a perfect ratio of potato to crispness. Paid it with their Lone Star beer or a Negroni, and you are set. Now their desserts change, but each are delectable as the next.
The Staff- The Loyalist team has hands down the best service in Chicago. They are the friendliest and most thoughtful bunch that go out of their way to give you a great dining experience. They are the reason why we come every year to celebrate our anniversary. They make a celebration fee that much more special.
Submitted by Gerard on 09/03/2021
Gerard 5 stars rating.
Coming from Florida to Chicago to celebrate our 46 anniversary, my wife wanted to eat here due to reviews. What an experience!! The burgers are the best we've ever enjoyed, cocktails are incredible and the atmosphere very unique. However, as others commented, its the STAFF that makes all the difference. Our server was wonderful and the manager insisted on giving us 2 complimentary deserts that were incredible. Yes...best to make a reservation. Yes...hard to find. YES...worth all the effort!!! To the management and staff...Thank you for a very special experience.
Submitted by Laura Gustafson on 08/27/2021
Laura Gustafson 4 stars rating.
Lovely setting (inside and outside patio). The patio is by the train, so you can hear it passing often, which I love - city life! But it is loud enough to stop conversation each time is passed, so for a date, I’d say sit inside.
If you prefer or like non-alcoholic, there isn’t an option on the drink menu - but ask the bar tender. They made me the most delicious sweet/sour fruit mock-tail that I will now be chasing.
Eclair is not photogenic, but it is delicious!!! Definite order one of each (at least!) for an appetizer. The tomato salad was good, fresh, but I wasn’t overly impressed by it. The tomatoes were fresh from the farm, in peak season, but if it weren’t for that, I don’t think, I would recommend with all the other choices.
Oysters are fresh, delicious, simple, just perfect and come in a cute oversized fish can from Spain. We debated between the oysters or muscles - which sound delicious, but opted for the oysters as we anticipated a heavy dinner.
Burger - we heard this was the best burger, and by many counts it was! The house temperature was supposed to be between medium and rare, but I would say it was medium to medium/well. This didn’t bother me, but just an FYI if you like your burger bloody, this may not be the place.
The flavors were fantastic - great ratio of cheese/pickles/onions/sauces!! The bun just didn’t pair well. It feels like a grocery store sesame seed bun. It didn’t hold up well to that size of burger with all the toppings and downgraded the eating experience in my opinion. However, still highly recommend.
Fries were perfect - I’m between shoe string and steak. Perfectly crispy. The hot chili oil sauce was not hot at all - not much flavor, but I tend to like my fries plain.
Definitely recommend!!
Submitted by Daniël on 08/08/2021
Daniël 5 stars rating.
We had an absolutely stellar experience at The Loyalist. The food was fantastic and inventive, but the passion and enthusiasm of the staff was what made it really stand out for us.
Different folks brought out different dishes, and they were all excited and passionate about the food they served (and rightfully so). The savory éclairs were probably the highlight of our meal, although the kParis style gnocchi’, crispy and gooey in a fantastic white asparagus sauce was really amazing too. We will be returning here for sure!
