TAC Quick is one of The 15 Best Places for Beef Jerky in Chicago.

1. TAC Quick

7.1
1011 W Irving Park Rd (at W Dakin St), Chicago, IL
Thai Restaurant · Lakeview · 57 tips and reviews

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

The Wall Street JournalThe Wall Street Journal: If you want to go beyond your cookie-cutter curries and pad thais, come here, but request "the second menu." My favorites are the fish maw salad and the chewy beef "jerky." Read more.

Susan N.Susan Nell: Really authentic, really delicious Thai. BYOB. Best appetizer is the fermented rice sausage thingy.

Publican Quality Meats is one of The 15 Best Places for Beef Jerky in Chicago.

2. Publican Quality Meats

9.4
825 W Fulton Market (at N Green St), Chicago, IL
Deli · Fulton Market · 134 tips and reviews

Barry M.Barry M: These guys have the best beef jerky outside Texas. Ask for a sample!

Amanda W.Amanda Whitney: Butchers breakfast on the weekend (especially their breakfast potatoes)-- and amazing mochas you can take to go. Also recommend the return of the gyro!

Time Out ChicagoTime Out Chicago: The arctic char tartine at Publican Quality Meats is one of the 100 best things we ate this year. http://tmout.us/rLOtk Read more.

Farmhouse Chicago is one of The 15 Best Places for Beef Jerky in Chicago.

3. Farmhouse Chicago

228 W Chicago Ave (btwn Wells St & Franklin St), Chicago, IL
American Restaurant · Near North Side · 139 tips and reviews

Benjamin D.Benjamin Dunnigan: Great Beef Jerky.

ᴡ O.ᴡ O.: Had the seasonal salad w/mixed herbs & grilled chicken. Yummy. They also serve Big Shoulders coffee too:)

Jason B.Jason Bennett: Whoever is in charge of the playlist here deserves a raise!

First Draft is one of The 15 Best Places for Beef Jerky in Chicago.

4. First Draft

8.1
649 S Clark St, Chicago, IL
Sports Bar · Printer's Row · 22 tips and reviews

Omar D.Omar Dominguez: Try the beef jerky made in-house!

Ryan S.Ryan Sponseller: Might be my favorite wings in the city! Incredible!

Heather F.Heather Folsom: Simply put, we will be back ASAP. Poutine, wild boar meatballs w/cheddar grits, mac, & gnocchi were all phenomenal. Impressive beer list and server Amanda was spectacular- so funny & knowledgeable!

Forbidden Root Restaurant & Brewery is one of The 15 Best Places for Beef Jerky in Chicago.

5. Forbidden Root Restaurant & Brewery

9.0
1746 W Chicago Ave, Chicago, IL
Brewery · East Ukrainian Village · 30 tips and reviews

Heather D.Heather D: We got a few small plates and everything was delicious. Beers were all solid and even my non-beer drinking friend had 2 flights. We also tried a cocktail which was amazing as well.

ben m.ben m: Beers, burger and schnitzel were all delicious. Get them with root chips and grab a beer flight. If you want something light, the fried giardiniera is great. Toro & Night Moth are great beers. 

Scott S.Scott Sachnoff: Cherry Amaro Ale clocks in at 8.2% abv & tastes like a good Manhattan!

Ras Dashen Ethiopian Restaurant is one of The 15 Best Places for Beef Jerky in Chicago.

6. Ras Dashen Ethiopian Restaurant

5846 N Broadway St (Ardmore St), Chicago, IL
Ethiopian Restaurant · Edgewater · 34 tips and reviews

Fitsum A.Fitsum Assalif: Yebeg Alicha, Zilzil Grilled Tibs(lamb), and Derek Tibs are really good. Try the traditional honey wine (Tej) from the drinks.

Chicago magazineChicago magazine: Meals are served on freshly made injera bread and eaten with your fingers. Each entrée comes with three sides and a separate basket of injera use for scooping. Very veggie friendly. Read more.

MaryamMaryam: Go on a Friday for live music! Great restaurant.

La Casa Del Pueblo is one of The 15 Best Places for Beef Jerky in Chicago.

7. La Casa Del Pueblo

8.3
1834 S Blue Island Ave (at 18th St.), Chicago, IL
Mexican Restaurant · Pilsen · 40 tips and reviews

EaterEater: Head here for migas, scrambled eggs with beef jerky, Mexican soft boiled eggs, and much more. Read more.

Karen K.Karen K: The BEST chilaquiles con salsa verde.

Nancy R.Nancy Rodriguez: Natural/Organic health & beauty section reasonably priced

Demera Ethiopian Restaurant is one of The 15 Best Places for Beef Jerky in Chicago.

8. Demera Ethiopian Restaurant

8.4
4801 N Broadway St (at Lawrence Ave.), Chicago, IL
Ethiopian Restaurant · Uptown · 49 tips and reviews

AdrienneAdrienne: Tuna sambussa is the best. And don't forget to end the meal with a clay pot of coffee!

Serious EatsSerious Eats: Although Demera has only been open since 2007, it's already an Uptown neighborhood mainstay in its own right.

Elizabeth T.Elizabeth Towle: If you have at least four people in your group, order the "Family Style" dinner and some sambussas to start. You'll get to try a great range of dishes and it's a very cost-effective way to go!

Stout Barrel House and Galley is one of The 15 Best Places for Beef Jerky in Chicago.

9. Stout Barrel House and Galley

642 N Clark St (at W Ontario St), Chicago, IL
Bar · River North · 49 tips and reviews

AngelaAngela: Fantastic brunch here. Get the Bloody Mary bar, it's a meal in itself and the best I've seen in Chicago (beef jerky, yes please). I recommend the Stout Omelet & Nutella pancakes for a glorious meal.

Azize S.Azize Sahin: The burger is the bomb (kinda pricey ($15) but seriously delicious). Get the smoked Mac and cheese too. The Brave Companion cocktail is a must for a whiskey fan

Home Sweet BeerHome Sweet Beer: Special prices on monday nights! Order the samples (they've 3 different samples) and discover more about the craft beer scene!

Delilah's is one of The 15 Best Places for Beef Jerky in Chicago.

10. Delilah's

8.8
2771 N Lincoln Ave (at W Diversey Pkwy), Chicago, IL
Whisky Bar · North Side · 106 tips and reviews

Bri S.Bri Smi: Try a bag of Gunslinger beef jerky! Locally made deliciousness.

David B.David Berman: Whiskey selection is fantastic, and the vibe is extra homey

Time Out ChicagoTime Out Chicago: Drink this: Delilah's carries approximately 400 whiskeys. Read more.

Happy Village is one of The 15 Best Places for Beef Jerky in Chicago.

11. Happy Village

1059 N Wolcott Ave, Chicago, IL
Bar · East Ukrainian Village · 50 tips and reviews

Brian B.Brian B: Sit outside and smoke. Go inside and smoke someone at Ping Pong. Order beef jerky on a whim and realize it was a huge mistake.

prince of A.prince of Arrogance: Wonderful outdoor patio, when the sunshines it's a great spot for drinking with friends and cheap too. Chilled out atmosphere

ChicagoistChicagoist: Head inside, grab a cheap drink and keep on going through the back door to a spacious canopied patio. They don't serve food, but you're welcome to have a pizza delivered. Read more.

Sable Kitchen & Bar is one of The 15 Best Places for Beef Jerky in Chicago.

12. Sable Kitchen & Bar

505 N State St (at W Illinois St), Chicago, IL
New American Restaurant · Near North Side · 198 tips and reviews

@jayelarex@jayelarex: How can you go wrong with Beef Jerky? You cant. Get it.

Seth N.Seth N.: Get the chicken confit poutine. Incredibly flavorable and the half portion is perfect for one with a half sandwich.

Time Out ChicagoTime Out Chicago: Thought you'd want to know: Sable Kitchen & Bar has been nominated for Best New Beverage Program in Time Out Chicago’s 2011 Eat Out Awards. Vote now! Read more.

Saigon Sisters is one of The 15 Best Places for Beef Jerky in Chicago.

13. Saigon Sisters

7.6
131 N Clinton St (French Market), Chicago, IL
Vietnamese Restaurant · West Loop · 9 tips and reviews

Justin O.Justin Ordoveza: Good banh mi. The pork is really good. With fresh ingredients with a nice kick.

P S.P S: Shrimp spring roll and porky banh mi sandwich are authentic and lite. Good lunch option. Also have pho.

John S.John S.: The Porky Banh mi was very good. I'm new to pho flavors but fired up.

Saigon Sisters Restaurant is one of The 15 Best Places for Beef Jerky in Chicago.

14. Saigon Sisters Restaurant

8.3
567 W Lake St (btwn Jefferson & Clinton), Chicago, IL
Vietnamese Restaurant · West Loop · 72 tips and reviews

Lisa W.Lisa W: The French banh mi with duck and candied kumquats is wonderful!

FeliciaCagoFeliciaCago: The Green Papaya Salad will change your life. And those Caramel Prawns!

!:gem:!!:gem:!: Quinoa has incredible yum factor

Bangers & Lace is one of The 15 Best Places for Beef Jerky in Chicago.

15. Bangers & Lace

8.6
1670 West Division Street, Wicker Park (at Paulina Ave), Chicago, IL
Bar · Wicker Park · 153 tips and reviews

Shawn D.Shawn Dickensheets: Perfect happy hour bar. Nice beer selection! Killer deviled eggs.

Chris B.Chris Brandt: Seems phony and contrived, like everyone else in the neighborhood.

FoodspottingFoodspotting: Try the pretzel