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Lucy's Fried Chicken & Smashburgers — neighborhood american in Uptown. It has that lived-in, been-here-forever warmth. Cocktail menu runs deeper than expected. "The spicy chicken wasn't overly spicy but just enough" — J Higgins
Sarah Wright
144 reviews
“Love the fried pickle spears or pulled pork fries as a side to share with friends”
Ordered from Uber eats because there was a discount code and buy one get one Mac and cheese, but I now see why they want it gone.
Just moved to Chicago and wanted to try this cool looking place. First time and last time, sadly.
As I walked in, I genuinely thought to myself, “their burgers were really good, I wonder why they don’t get talked about with the smash burger craze.” Turns out their burgers have taken a SIGNIFICANT turn for the worst since 2020.
4570 N Broadway Ave, Chicago, IL 60640
“The food was pretty good.”
The food was pretty good. No complaints at all. The spicy chicken wasn't overly spicy but just enough. Had to get a chocolate shake before we left but it was def worth checking out. Right near the L and it didn't take forever. Most of all the service there was really GREAT
J Higgins
Sep 2025
“I bike past this place almost every day and today I finally got around to trying it.”
I bike past this place almost every day and today I finally got around to trying it. Ordered the spicy chicken sandwich and it did not disappoint! The chicken was fried perfectly and well seasoned and had just the right amount of crunch. The Cole slaw was delicious and gave a tasty counterpoint to the spicy chicken. Definitely worth a repeat visit!
Ted G
Aug 2025
“good food and good vibes.”
good food and good vibes! employee was nice and our food got out fast. I had the bacon jam chicken sandwich and it was great. the pork fries were also delicious!
Liz B-M
May 2025
“Friendly staff, beautiful lighting, and pretty tables.”
Friendly staff, beautiful lighting, and pretty tables! The food's presentation enhances the vibe, showing the dedication to the aesthetic.
Eli Tse
Apr 2025
“Amazing food at Lucy’s with a super casual vibe and counter service.”
Amazing food at Lucy’s with a super casual vibe and counter service. The chicken sandwich was hands down the best thing we had, but the burgers are also really good. The cheese fries were nice, but I think I like them better plain. Only thing that could improve the experience is if the place was a bit cleaner. Will definitely be back!
Jaime Sanchez
Mar 2025
“This place is killer.”
This place is killer! Wanted to try a new place and wasn't disappointed. I had the double Prohibition Smash burger, which was definitely on the list for the top 3 burgers ever! We shared an order of pulled pork fries and we both had Mac n cheese! They pack the Mac n cheese! We also got chocolate malts. Definitely 5 stars
Laurence Woods
Feb 2025
“Walking into Lucy’s feels like coming home…if your home has better food and comfier chairs.”
Walking into Lucy’s feels like coming home…if your home has better food and comfier chairs. This place doesn’t just serve burgers; it serves masterpieces. These burgers are so good you’ll think they’ve got the secret ingredient of every great love story: a little sweetness, a little spice, and a whole lot of wow. Let’s talk about the star of the show—the Burger. The bun is soft but sturdy (not a crumb left behind!), the patty is juicy and flavorful, and the toppings are piled high but perfectly balanced, as if they all went to burger finishing school together. Every bite is like a mini vacation for your taste buds. And the fries? They’re crispy on the outside, soft on the inside, and salted to perfection. These fries don’t play around; they’re basically the life of the party, begging to be dipped, devoured, and maybe even proposed to. Lucy herself seems to have a Ph.D. in Comfort Science, as the cozy seating makes you feel like you’re in a sitcom coffee shop, but with burgers instead of lattes. It’s the kind of place where you could easily spend a few hours…or lose track of time entirely.
Saad Uddin
Nov 2024
“Absolutely hands down one of the best double cheeseburgers I have ever and the French fries were...”
Absolutely hands down one of the best double cheeseburgers I have ever and the French fries were lightly salted, and they cooked perfectly. They have beverages and adult drinks The atmosphere was nice music was at a good level. I will for sure be going back to this really nice restaurant.
Ryan
Nov 2024
“I love spots like this that are fast-casual, but also high quality.”
I love spots like this that are fast-casual, but also high quality. The brisket fries were delicious and I liked the biscuits so much I ordered an extra one to-go. The cashier was confused since thats technically not a menu item but rung it up anyway 😆
Taylor A
Dec 2023
“I love Lucy’s! The staff is always so friendly and kind. I don’t think I have ever had a bad...”
I love Lucy’s! The staff is always so friendly and kind. I don’t think I have ever had a bad experience in the few times I’ve gone. The food is always fresh and made to order. The fries are always so good and they give you a lot! I always get the Pink Lady cocktail but they were out of an ingredient so they gave me my drink and a marg on the house. Love the food and the staff, will be back!
Dani Delonge
Dec 2023
“Went for a late lunch on a rainy Saturday afternoon.”
Went for a late lunch on a rainy Saturday afternoon. Friendly staff and a great old tunes playlist. My wife is not a fan of beef burgers but loves their "Classic". I usually order their fried chicken (which is delicious by the way, not too hot to handle and very crunchy), but this time I decided to try their burgers. Had a "Blue" with added Bacon and it was amazing A+++. There is plenty of seating and it's easy to get there by the Red Line or a Bus if you're not from around.
Paul Saviñon Tejeda
Aug 2023
“I keep coming back to Lucy's for the delicious fried chicken and a nice cold beer.”
I keep coming back to Lucy's for the delicious fried chicken and a nice cold beer. Living so close is both a blessing and a curse. Some of the best fried chicken I've had, great pulled pork, the man and cheese is pretty tasty but a little basic and the beer selection is good enough that I can always find something I like. The staff are a pleasure and food comes out nice and quick.
Mr. Kellogg
Dec 2022
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