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Albany Park · Polish

Wurst Behavior

4.6145 reviews ·Opens at 11AM tomorrow
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
Paul HarrisPaul Harris · 112 Google reviews
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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. [patio]

🌱Vegan & vegetarian friendly — real options, not one sad pasta.
☀️Patio — a Albany Park classic in summer.

What 145 diners keep saying

CozyOld schoolFamily friendlyGreat cocktailsOutdoor diningQuick bite
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4009 N Elston Ave, Chicago, IL 60618
Albany Park
Today11AM-9PM
Sun11AM-8PM
Mon–Thu11AM-9PM
Fri–Sat11AM-10PM
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Review photo by Sasha Renee
Jun 2026

I found this little gem while visiting Chicago last weekend. I was craving a vegan polish sausage and did a google search. We arrived right before the kitchen was closing and they were no longer seating in the dining room. I was a little disappointed because I loved the atmosphere and wanted to have a cocktail with my dinner. Daniela was wonderful! She made an exception and let the four of us sit down and order. She was so thoughtful and told us not to rush. She was super attentive and fun! I will definitely visit again when I am in the area!

Sasha Renee

Sasha Renee

167 reviews on Google

Review photo by Andrei Eugen
Mar 2026

AMAZING!! I always get the Kielbasa, a side of fries, and their house mustard🔥 with a cold beer (I forgot the name but it is the polish brand). Let’s break it down: Most of their products, if not all, are made in house. Words cannot even begin to describe the aromas and how they harmonize together! The kielbasa is so good and fresh, the bread is just the perfect texture. The fries are freshly cut and taste just like the ones made at home. THE MUSTARD, let’s just say I get two with every order I make and I got enough to fill a jar at home from how much I ordered from them. The mustard is out of this world, made in house, hands down the best mustard I’ve tried in years from anywhere! Now the staff, they are so friendly and work really fast. They are very punctual about bringing your order fast so you can enjoy it as soon as possible, they ensure you always have everything you need. They work hard and they deserve their recognition! Conclusion: DEFINITELY ORDER FROM HERE!

Andrei Eugen

Andrei Eugen

5 reviews on Google

Review photo by Juan Hernandez
Mar 2026

Nice Vibe Local Spot.

Juan Hernandez

Juan Hernandez

7 reviews on Google

Review photo by Chloe Klebba
Mar 2026

While visiting Chicago for my first time I wanted to try a famous Chicago Dog. My friend Sam and I decided to stop here because they had some good reviews, and let me tell you we do not regret it!!! We just got a specialty hotdog and fries and they were some of the best hotdogs I’ve had. I went for the chili dog which was spectacular and Sam got the perogi dog. The fries are super tasty if you like the home style type! Highly recommended if your in the area!!

Chloe Klebba

Chloe Klebba

18 reviews on Google

Review photo by Nick Bartley
Feb 2026

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

Nick Bartley

123 reviews on Google

Review photo by Alex Constantine
Feb 2026

Awesome kielbasas. Can't wait to hang out back in the summer

Alex Constantine

Alex Constantine

126 reviews on Google

Review photo by Jack Elliott
Jan 2026

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

Jack Elliott

68 reviews on Google

Review photo by Christopher Blaker
Dec 2025

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

Christopher Blaker

411 reviews on Google

Review photo by Nick gorogianis
Sep 2025

Wurst Behavior is an absolute gem! The drinks, the sausage, the pierogi, the potato pancakes! All INCREDIBLE!

Nick gorogianis

Nick gorogianis

17 reviews on Google

Review photo by Anna Tulley
Sep 2025

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

Anna Tulley

15 reviews on Google

Review photo by Charles Ryan Lowe
Jul 2025

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

Charles Ryan Lowe

13 reviews on Google

Review photo by Kevin Newman
Jul 2025

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

Kevin Newman

19 reviews on Google

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