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Wurst Behavior — among the best polish in Albany Park. It wears its years well. The drinks match the food in quality. "The fries were crispy and delicious, and the potato salad was the perfect creamy complement" — Jacqueline S.
Paul Harris
112 reviews
“I love hush puppies and these were fresh from the fryer, crispy on the outside, soft on the inside, perfectly cooked and not gummy or dense”
No recurring complaints found across reviews.
4009 N Elston Ave, Chicago, IL 60618
“Genuinely great spot.”
Genuinely great spot. You can tell they put a lot of care into their food. Sausages were flavorful and filling. Even the coleslaw, which is usually an afterthought, was excellent. Friendly and attentive service. Can't wait to come back to check out the patio when the weather is nicer.
Nick Bartley
Feb 2026
“Awesome kielbasas.”
Awesome kielbasas. Can't wait to hang out back in the summer
Alex Constantine
Feb 2026
“Get yourself a kielbasa.”
Get yourself a kielbasa! Seriously it wash delicious. Great place to have a sandwich and drinks. Very good coctails, beer and booze. We had the perogies, fries, Kielbasa, and jalepeno cheddar beer sausage. It was all spectacular sausages, perogies, and fries. Staff was very friendly and attentive, could not have been any nicer. Very nice restaurant, looks like your typical polish joint with a better bar and simpler menu, great sausage and service. Did not check out the patio, have to go back in the spring 5/5 will go back
Jack Elliott
Jan 2026
“It's Sunday in Chicago you need a great tasting breakfast to get you thru this day of football...”
It's Sunday in Chicago you need a great tasting breakfast to get you thru this day of football because we both know it's all liquid from here on out so get the piegori skillet and get your caveman on!!
Christopher Blaker
Dec 2025
“Wurst Behavior is an absolute gem.”
Wurst Behavior is an absolute gem! The drinks, the sausage, the pierogi, the potato pancakes! All INCREDIBLE!
Nick gorogianis
Sep 2025
“We’re relatively new to the neighborhood so we’ve been exploring restaurants in the area.”
We’re relatively new to the neighborhood so we’ve been exploring restaurants in the area. This is the only spot we’ve returned to multiple times! The happy hour has excellent deals, the food is delicious (love the truffle fries & brussel sprouts as apps), the atmosphere is warm and inviting, and the service is top notch. Definitely our new go-to for reliable, delicious food.
Anna Tulley
Sep 2025
“All WB’s sausages are winners.”
All WB’s sausages are winners. I’m partial to the Italian and the Polish, but you really can’t go wrong. Happy to have them in the neighborhood
Charles Ryan Lowe
Jul 2025
“Went there tonight and I loved it.”
Went there tonight and I loved it! Ordered an Italian. The bun was perfect and fresh; sausage was perfect, and the whole thing looked like a damn art piece. The service was great, too, even with my large unruly family of kids! This place is really flying under the radar. Only hope it doesn't get so busy that I can't get a table!
Kevin Newman
Jul 2025
“Wurst Behavior is an absolute must-try, and let me tell you, it's going to be a perfect spot to hit...”
Wurst Behavior is an absolute must-try, and let me tell you, it's going to be a perfect spot to hit up this summer in Chicago! From the moment I walked in, the atmosphere was fantastic – lively, fun, and the perfect place to unwind. But the food? Oh man, the food. I had the Italian sausage, and it was cooked to perfection – juicy, flavorful, and clearly made with high-quality ingredients. The fries were crispy and delicious, and the potato salad was the perfect creamy complement. And to top it all off, the margarita was spot-on! Seriously, every single thing I ordered was top-notch. The service was also excellent, friendly and attentive. If you're looking for a great sausage house with amazing food and a great vibe, look no further than Wurst Behavior. I can already picture myself enjoying their patio and a cold drink there this summer!
Jacqueline S.
Mar 2025
“I've been eating here, way before it blew up and the journey has been a pleasure.”
I've been eating here, way before it blew up and the journey has been a pleasure. specially witnessing the food adapt change by every try and every perspective and I decided today to go with my usual since I haven't ate there in a while, Fried Chicken with the hot honey is the best one out of all of the Fried Chicken ones. I've devoured before this one, leaving the pickles on underneath of the bun made it even more delicious as I am in the midst of eating tasting savoring it's so soft and juicy this is definitely one of the food Arts that I would not want to finish only to savor every bite, really soft to every bite leaving your mouth wanting more and yes I have to be this passionate about their food, food is Art. Food is medicine, One more thing your macaroni has came along way. I like this creaminess way better instead of the super cheesiness and that packic the one that the owner made, "my apologies if I butchered it" they were super good definitely will be looking forward for more
Saint Sebastian
Mar 2025
“Ate at Wurst Behavior for the first time last weekend and it was excellent.”
Ate at Wurst Behavior for the first time last weekend and it was excellent! We had the Kielbasa, Traditional Brat, Pierogies, and cocktails. No offense to those who love sausages, but I never expected to be so impressed by any sausage from anywhere. They are homemade and perfectly cooked, and man it makes a difference. And I never expected good cocktails at a small modest neighborhood place like this in Irving Park. Highly recommend Wurst Behavior!
Daniel Kim
Feb 2025
“We were actually planning to go to a different restaurant down the street, but had since been closed.”
We were actually planning to go to a different restaurant down the street, but had since been closed. We decided to try this place on a whim, and we were delightfully surprised! They had lots of vegetarian appetizers which were absolutely delicious. Our favorite were the crispy Brussel sprouts and the margaritas! Unfortunately, they were out of their vegan sausages but the appetizers were more than filling. It took a while to get our drinks and food, but the atmosphere made up for the wait time. I would highly recommend, and we will be coming back to try their vegan sausages!
Bailey McLaughlin
Feb 2025
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