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Small Cheval- Wicker Park

4.64,841 reviews ·Opentil 10 tonight
Small Cheval is definitely the perfect place if you're looking for a delicious burger and fries, but don't have 2-3 hours to wait in line
HagzHagz · 279 Google reviews
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Small Cheval- Wicker Park — american in Wicker Park. Order the Burgers. The walls could tell stories. Tyler J: "The burger patties were super rich, well seasoned, and cooked great" [patio]

☀️Patio — a Wicker Park classic in summer.

What 4,841 diners keep saying

Fast serviceNeighborhood institutionOld schoolFamily friendlyOutdoor diningQuick bite
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1732 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, IL 60647
Wicker Park
Today11AM-10PM
Sun–Thu11AM-10PM
Fri–Sat11AM-11PM
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What 4,841 diners keep saying

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Review photo by K Mc
Jul 2026

I just happened to stumble upon your vegetarian burgers by accident and it was sooo good! Thank you!

K Mc

K Mc

29 reviews on Google

Review photo by Ava Ginsburg
Jun 2026

This was me, hangry, iron-deficient, before scarfing down their burger and well-salted fries. No notes. Happy as a clam. Too busy enjoying to get any food pictures

Ava Ginsburg

Ava Ginsburg

8 reviews on Google

Review photo by Phil Cerza
Jun 2026

Not sure if this is true but if it is get over there and support them before this happens!! Update: I guess it didnt happen! Gives me time to get over and eat there soon

Phil Cerza

Phil Cerza

156 reviews on Google

Review photo by Ortega Ray
Jun 2026

Love the atmosphere

Ortega Ray

Ortega Ray

94 reviews on Google

Review photo by Ricky Janito
Jun 2026

This was my first time at this location - loved it here! Food was great as always. Tons of outdoor seating (no indoor seating), and clean bathrooms.

Ricky Janito

Ricky Janito

11 reviews on Google

Review photo by Brandon Punke
May 2026

Gluten free chicken tenders were A+. Also had a gluten free bun for the burgers that was better than most places. Highly recommend as a celiac.

Brandon Punke

Brandon Punke

16 reviews on Google

Review photo by alfonso ortiz
Jan 2026

Una de las mejores hamburguesas de Chicago

alfonso ortiz

alfonso ortiz

443 reviews on Google

Review photo by Hagz
Oct 2025

Small Cheval...I was really impressed. The quality of the food and service is on par with Au Cheval in the West Loop, but the experience is completely different. We were in and out in under 20 minutes. Small Cheval is NOT a substitute for Au Cheval even tho my burger was on point! it's a much different experience from the one at Au Cheval. At Au Cheval the precision that's put into constructing every burger is straight food science to a different level. Also, the way they dress their burgers is kinda different. Small Cheval is definitely the perfect place if you're looking for a delicious burger and fries, but don't have 2-3 hours to wait in line. 100% recommend!

Hagz

Hagz

280 reviews on Google

Review photo by Foodie Jo
Jun 2026

A burger place in a great spot that does the job well. Limited offerings but make much tastier and flavorful burgers than the fast food chains and the service is really quick and efficient. Are these burgers outstanding and would you go out of your way to have one here? Not really. Give it a try if you are in the area. The shake is amazing too .

Foodie Jo

Foodie Jo

125 reviews on Google

Review photo by MC
Nov 2025

Food was great! Still, wouldn’t come back as regularly due to somewhat high prices.

MC

MC

16 reviews on Google

Review photo by Adriana Franco
Feb 2026

Well… I’m not entirely sure what all the hype is about. Small Cheval makes a good cheeseburger and fries, no more, no less. I’ve had better, and I’ve definitely had worse. That said, it’s solid, dependable, and hits the spot when you’re in the neighborhood and craving a burger without overthinking life. Would I go out of my way? Probably not. Would I stop by again if I’m nearby and hungry? Absolutely. 🍔🍟 But not on a cold day, there is no inside seating

Adriana Franco

Adriana Franco

334 reviews on Google

Review photo by Lisa Ma
Oct 2025

We got a burger to take to the game. We were really looking forward to it but it was not good lol. Small and hard patty, not much flavour. Maybe it’s better if you eat it fresh? 😔 not sure, major disappointment.

Lisa Ma

Lisa Ma

268 reviews on Google

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