Hungry after drinking all night or just up late? Check out the best late-night restaurants in Chicago perfect for anyone looking to grub into the late hours.
You shouldn't have to search for Chicago's best after-hours restaurants, so we've done the research for you! From bustling diners to pizzerias, our 312Area Guide showcases the best late-night eats in Chicago. Read on for more of the best restaurants in Chicago and more things to do in the windy city.
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411 W 31st St, Chicago IL, 60616 (2)For over 40 years, we have been providing some of the greatest sandwiches in the Chicagoland area. Maxwell Street Depot has become a permanent staple in Chicago....
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4000 W Grand Ave, Chicago IL, 60651 (1)Counter-serve stand slinging hot dogs, Polish sausages, fries & tamales for over 55 years. Jimmy's is family owned and operated still to this day. For...
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2160 S Archer Ave, Chicago IL, 60616-1514 (3)Tiny, modern eatery with late-night hours serving an extensive menu of classic Chinese dishes.
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1541 W Bryn Mawr Ave, Chicago IL, 60660 (1)Little Bad Wolf offers an extensive selection of cocktails, beers, and wines while serving upscale bar and street food.
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958 W Belmont Ave, Chicago IL, 60657 (1)We serve a variety of delicious grilled cheese sandwiches with dipping sauces, soup, and unique sides! We offer tomato soup, seasoned fries, sweet potato...
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2258 W Chicago Ave, Chicago IL, 60622 (2)Fatso's Last Stand has started with the concept of a hot dog stand and taken it to the next level. How? Well, add Charred Polish and Salami to the menu...
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1601 W North Ave, Chicago IL, 60622-2246 (2)Around-the-clock diner eats plus beer & wine served in colorful retro digs with booths & tables.
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209 W Cermak Rd, Chicago IL, 60616-1913The Wonton Noodle Soup tastes great and has that "healing food" feeling of chicken soup. The ginger beef with scallions is also pretty tasty. One thing...
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1011 W Division St, Chicago IL, 60622 (1)Chicago's OLDEST Shrimp House, serving Chicago More than 40 years. Cash-only, carryout joint for fried seafood such as signature jumbo shrimp, oysters...
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6 E Chestnut St, Chicago IL, 60611-201224-hour diner in the heart of the Gold Coast, specializing in breakfast. A full menu is served around the clock at this cash-only diner. BYO booze until...
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1531 N Damen, Chicago IL, 60622Mexican street food, plus margaritas & other drinks fuel a lively scene at this funky hangout.
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2622 N Clark St, Chicago IL, 60614 (2)Famously surly staffers serve char dogs & more at this tiny institution that's open late. The official page of The Wiener's Circle. Home of the Chardogs...
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663 N State St, Chicago IL, 60654Eclectic New American menu, from waffles & burgers to barbecued Norwegian salmon & escargot.
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1635 W Irving Park Rd, Chicago IL, 60613The Diner Grill is a local diner featuring fantastic food, wonderful company and open 24 hours. Come and have our famous Slinger. NOW OPEN
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530 North LaSalle Drive, Chicago IL, 60654Are you ready for the Tacopocalypse?
Say hello to River North’s first and only taco window—where the taco dreams you never knew you had, will finally...
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2013 W North Ave, Chicago IL, 60647Art deco lounge with late-night hours & a menu of cocktails, craft beers & burgers.
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3407 W Belmont Ave, Chicago IL, 60618
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1174 W Cermak Rd, Chicago IL, 60608-4537Vintage diner with counter seating turns out breakfast & American comfort food 24 hours a day.
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3414 S Archer Ave, Chicago IL, 60608Diner-style grub (including donuts) served in a casual, wood-trimmed eatery that's open 24/7.
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3959 W Diversey Ave, Chicago IL, 60647Breakfast, American eats & soda-fountain favorites served around the clock in basic diner digs.
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2120 S Canal St, Chicago IL, 60616
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2410 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago IL, 60647Furious Spoon is a Tokyo-style quick service ramen shop in Chicago. The ramen features hnand made noodles and is made fresh in-house by Michelin Star Chef...
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1159 S Canal St, Chicago IL, 60607-4906Diner open 24 hours serving up an endless menu of classic American eats since 1939.
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2207 N Clybourn Ave, Chicago IL, 60614Come on in for mouth watering deep dish Chicago style pizza, made famous by it's cheese caramelized crust! Visit us in two locations: Morton Grove and...
