The Violet Hour is one of The 15 Best Places with Off-Menu Items in Chicago.

1. The Violet Hour

9.0
1520 N Damen Ave (at Pierce Ave), Chicago, IL
Speakeasy · Wicker Park · 256 tips and reviews

narninarni: Weekdays are the only way to go. My favorite (not on the menu) is the Rangoon Fizz. simply exquisite!

Dave K.Dave Kaufman: Bar seat is a must. Order off the menu or your specialty drink. Watch the making of a sensation... your drink. You sat at the bar right?

Stephanie B.Stephanie B.: Order a Part and Parcel- it's not on the menu anymore, but it is a must-have!!

M Burger is one of The 15 Best Places with Off-Menu Items in Chicago.

2. M Burger

7.4
5 W Ontario St (btwn N State St & N Dearborn St), Chicago, IL
Burger Joint · Near North Side · 84 tips and reviews

SRSR: Burger on secret menu - bbq sauce, pepper jack cheese and peppers.

ManbqueManbque: Get the Hurt Burger, not on the menu. 3 levels of hotness. Level 2 is great!

Nick S.Nick Sandilands: Get the nutella shake trust me. Not on the menu ask for it

TAC Quick is one of The 15 Best Places with Off-Menu Items in Chicago.

3. TAC Quick

7.2
1011 W Irving Park Rd (at W Dakin St), Chicago, IL
Thai Restaurant · Lakeview · 57 tips and reviews

Kevin F.Kevin Farris: The "Secret Menu" is the bomb! The Kuay Teaw Tom Yum Muu Sab has a broth that will kick your arse!

Nick G.Nick G: Ask for the secret menu. You'll feel cool and you won't have any idea what you're ordering. ALWAYS get the crab rangoon.

Derek T.Derek Torrey: Crisp pork with basil (on the secret menu) is incredible. So is the beef jerky app.

The Whistler is one of The 15 Best Places with Off-Menu Items in Chicago.

4. The Whistler

8.9
2421 N Milwaukee Ave (at W Fullerton Ave), Chicago, IL
Cocktail Bar · Logan Square · 110 tips and reviews

Time Out ChicagoTime Out Chicago: Try the Oaxacan old-fashioned from our 100 Best list:This cocktail is not on the menu, but it’s a Paul McGee classic available by request.

Stephanie T.Stephanie T: I like to order off the menu. In Diablo pot favor!

Ali N.Ali N: Incredibly knowledgable bartenders, order off the menu if you know your drinks.

M Burger is one of The 15 Best Places with Off-Menu Items in Chicago.

5. M Burger

7.4
161 E Huron St (btwn Michigan & St. Clair), Chicago, IL
Burger Joint · Streeterville · 106 tips and reviews

Brad C.Brad Chmielewski: Order the Hurt Burger, it's not on the menu.

ManbqueManbque: Doctor Betty is not on the menu - like Nurse Betty but with meat.

Pauline R.Pauline Remy: Great burgers (even though I'm usually not a big fan of burgers) ask for the secret menu and the secret shake of the month!

Paulie Gee's is one of The 15 Best Places with Off-Menu Items in Chicago.

6. Paulie Gee's

8.8
2451 N Milwaukee Ave (Sacramento Ave), Chicago, IL
Pizzeria · Logan Square · 16 tips and reviews

Claire F.Claire Farrell: Ask for the secret menu and order the bacon and eggs!

GREGORY S.GREGORY SABARESE: Best Neapolitan style pizza in Chicago hands down. And the Detroit style just sideswiped me with unexpected deliciousness.

Vicki R.Vicki R.: Detroit pie. The crust is incredible.

Quartino is one of The 15 Best Places with Off-Menu Items in Chicago.

7. Quartino

8.8
626 N State St (at W Ontario St), Chicago, IL
Italian Restaurant · Near North Side · 345 tips and reviews

Jake S.Jake Strawn: Awesome service, atmosphere, and food. Ask for the tiramisu which is not on the menu. Good wine prices too. A+

NabilNabil: Get the Tarmasu (not on the menu) you need to ask your waiter for it !!

YooJin Y.YooJin Yi: Shhhhhh order the chicken parm - not on the menu. Its a secret...

Scofflaw is one of The 15 Best Places with Off-Menu Items in Chicago.

8. Scofflaw

9.3
3201 W Armitage Ave (at Kedzie Ave), Chicago, IL
Cocktail Bar · Logan Square · 149 tips and reviews

Suri R.Suri R: Fireplaces, comfy chairs, epically good cocktails (you can order off menu!), and the nicest staff.

Sameer K.Sameer Kalwani: Hidden menu item: Guapichosa sandwich (everything in it. Must order)

Grant T.Grant Thomas: Mixed Blessings is delicious. A very well balanced cocktail

Monti's is one of The 15 Best Places with Off-Menu Items in Chicago.

9. Monti's

9.0
4757 N Talman Ave (at W Lawrence Ave), Chicago, IL
Sandwich Spot · Ravenswood · 40 tips and reviews

Tamika R.Tamika Riles: Great reasonably priced food and drinks. Adam is the best!!! He made me the Best Hot Tottie ever!!! (Not on the menu)

Jenn K.Jenn Keating: The Original is delicious! And GREAT service! 👌

Casey M.Casey McCowan: Delicious cheesesteaks. You will NOT be disappointed!!! Killer Pork sandwich too!!!

The Budlong is one of The 15 Best Places with Off-Menu Items in Chicago.

10. The Budlong

7.3
4619 N Western Ave (Eastwood), Chicago, IL
Fried Chicken Joint · Ravenswood · 3 tips and reviews

Fletcher R.Fletcher Rhoads: Some of the best fried chicken I've ever had. Off menu ghost pepper spice level available if extra-hot isn't enough!

ISC C.ISC Chicago: "Death" is not on the menu

Matrix T.Matrix Teaches: Had the hot sandwich, fries and drink for $23, definitely not worth it. The fries were awesome but the sandwich didn't have any flavor but hot, flavorless

RPM Italian is one of The 15 Best Places with Off-Menu Items in Chicago.

11. RPM Italian

8.9
52 W Illinois St (at N Dearborn St), Chicago, IL
Italian Restaurant · Near North Side · 238 tips and reviews

Todd C.Todd Carpenter: Rumor has it you can go off menu and order a meatball sandwich on their amazing garlic bread. I'm trying it next time.

Todd W.Todd W: Order the off menu donuts for a light tasty treat.

Marcel H.Marcel Haas: Meatballs where great! Great scene!

Chipotle Mexican Grill is one of The 15 Best Places with Off-Menu Items in Chicago.

12. Chipotle Mexican Grill

8.0
1166 N State St (State & Division), Chicago, IL
Mexican Restaurant · Near North Side · 14 tips and reviews

Todd C.Todd Carpenter: The guacamole taco is my favorite secret menu item.

TheOutOfTownerTheOutOfTowner: Got the tacos - had one of each. Chicken, porn, beef. The pulled pork taco was the best. A fast casual place yet has nice seating, spacious and is one you could spend a little time at. Drinks help!

gene s.gene stovicek: Its chipotle! No tips necessary; you either love it or you have some sort of genome defect.

The Promontory is one of The 15 Best Places with Off-Menu Items in Chicago.

13. The Promontory

8.7
5311 S Lake Park West (at 53rd St), Chicago, IL
Gastropub · Hyde Park · 56 tips and reviews

Laini M.Laini Madhubuti: Great lamb burger. For cocktails, pick from the menu. Bartenders need more training in off menu classics.

Scott S.Scott Sachnoff: The lamb burger is off the menu except for one day only - Easter brunch

Duane G.Duane Golston: The food is good I loved the seared tuna especially the drinks are in a class of their own and it's a cozy spot for dining and concert love this place.

Norman's Bistro is one of The 15 Best Places with Off-Menu Items in Chicago.

14. Norman's Bistro

8.6
1001 E 43rd St (at Ellis), Chicago, IL
Restaurant · North Kenwood · 42 tips and reviews

Rebecca J.Rebecca Jackson-Artis: Ask for the peanut butter and jelly sandwich dessert. It's not on the menu and absolutely AMAZING! You don't have to like PB&J to enjoy this succulent treat. Mmm

April W.April Williams: The Cajun Catfish Platter, red beans/ rice, and coleslaw were delicious!!! Lemon Drop Martinis certainly completed the night

Ron W.Ron Willis: The Cajun Catfish was on point with the Red Beans and Rice. Great combo!

Mia Francesca is one of The 15 Best Places with Off-Menu Items in Chicago.

15. Mia Francesca

8.8
3311 N Clark St (at W Aldine Ave.), Chicago, IL
Italian Restaurant · Lakeview · 53 tips and reviews

MaxMax: Best spaghetti and meatballs I’ve ever had (it’s not on the menu but you can order it)

TomTom: Start with the blue cheese & Asparagus salad, then try some of their unique seafood dishes. Get the skate wing if they have it.

Bobby M.Bobby Moss: Great Calamari!!!