The Bad Apple is one of The 15 Best Places for Cheese Curds in Chicago.

1. The Bad Apple

8.9
4300 N Lincoln Ave (at W Cullom Ave), Chicago, IL
Burger Joint · North Center · 200 tips and reviews

tazm 1.tazm 1: The food is amazing cheese curds a must.

Emily S.Emily S.: I've heard their burgers are incredible - the mushroom quinoa one was even to-die-for! Great crispy fries and cheese curds.

Ian H.Ian Halliburton: Cheese curds are a must. Best in chicago. You can't go wrong with any of the burgers.

Antique Taco is one of The 15 Best Places for Cheese Curds in Chicago.

2. Antique Taco

8.6
1360 N Milwaukee Ave (at N Wood St), Chicago, IL
Taco Restaurant · Wicker Park · 161 tips and reviews

ManbqueManbque: Best cheese curds. Manbque approved!

Erika D.Erika Davis: Chili cheese curds were delicious!

LukášLukáš: Cheese curd, ribeye and garlic shrimp. DO IT

The Duck Inn is one of The 15 Best Places for Cheese Curds in Chicago.

3. The Duck Inn

8.8
2701 S Eleanor St, Chicago, IL
Gastropub · Bridgeport · 47 tips and reviews

Katie W.Katie Waters: Try the cheese curds and duck wings! Also, I didn't eat this but sat next to the kitchen (which is fun by the way) and the toast hamburger looks scrumptious!

Matthew G.Matthew Garchik: You can't go wrong but some automatic wins are the duck wings and cheese curds also the duck and shrimp egg role (my favorite)

ChicagoistChicagoist: Bridgeport gastro-pub The Duck Inn features everything you need for a great summertime meal — a Chicago-style duck-fat dog, fried cheese curds with bloody mary ketchup, a burger with Dijonnaise. Read more.

Wyler Road is one of The 15 Best Places for Cheese Curds in Chicago.

4. Wyler Road

9.1
3581 W Belden Ave (Central Park), Chicago, IL
Sandwich Spot · Logan Square · 25 tips and reviews

Mike L.Mike Lauer: Cheese curds are a 1 person order 😞 but are amazing. Nice dish though.

Andy S.Andy Swindler: Can you ever go wrong with cheese curds? These are accompanied by fried basil & ranch on colorful dishes.

Zack G.Zack Gilbert: Cool place. Friendly staff. Fried cheese curds were great. BLT was decent.

Farm Bar is one of The 15 Best Places for Cheese Curds in Chicago.

5. Farm Bar

8.4
1300 W Wellington Ave (Lakeview), Chicago, IL
American Restaurant · Lakeview · 17 tips and reviews

Katie L.Katie Lynn: Must get the cheese curds. Best cheese curds in Chicago.

Scott J.Scott Johnston: Nice craft beer selection and interesting looking cocktail list. Cheese curds and poitaine are great

Jacob G.Jacob Guerra: Great burgers. Cheese curds are awesome.

Bangers & Lace is one of The 15 Best Places for Cheese Curds in Chicago.

6. Bangers & Lace

8.5
1670 West Division Street, Wicker Park (at Paulina Ave), Chicago, IL
Bar · Wicker Park · 153 tips and reviews

UPSOUPSO: Fried cheese curds are amazing!

Lily M.Lily M: Must try the cheese curds and pretzels!

Luiz E.Luiz Eduardo: Cheese curds, hot dogs, mighty blood-Mary's and a serious beer selection on tap

Jerry's is one of The 15 Best Places for Cheese Curds in Chicago.

7. Jerry's

7.9
4739 N Lincoln Ave (Giddings St), Chicago, IL
American Restaurant · Ravenswood · 13 tips and reviews

Rochelle M.Rochelle Morgan: Lively atmosphere but still able to have a conversation. If you like Moscow Mules try the Pickled Jenny! Have the chips with some ranch and dip the cheese curds in their tomato soup. Good eats!

Jake B.Jake Boehm: Cheese curds with the sweet and spicy mustard is amazing!

Arielle I.Arielle India: The service is inconsistent. Usually at peak times, it can be a long time before you order. The food however, is constantly tasty. The crab dip and cheese curds redeem the service, almost. 7/10.

Will's Northwoods Inn is one of The 15 Best Places for Cheese Curds in Chicago.

8. Will's Northwoods Inn

8.3
3030 N Racine Ave (at W Nelson St), Chicago, IL
Sports Bar · Lakeview · 51 tips and reviews

Brian S.Brian Singleton: Gotta get the cheese curds

MikeMike: So Wisco. Packers and Cheese Curds.

Carrie J.Carrie Jean: Cheese curds, outdoor patio, fun atmosphere!

Watershed is one of The 15 Best Places for Cheese Curds in Chicago.

9. Watershed

8.4
601 N State St (at E Ohio St), Chicago, IL
Cocktail Bar · Near North Side · 57 tips and reviews

James B.James Bezy: Try the cheese curds!!

Raed M.Raed Mansour: Hidden in the basement of Pops, nice and small! Nothing better than catching up with friends over a drink and sharing fried Wisconsin cheese curds and frites.

Emily S.Emily S.: Great speakeasy in the basement of Pops for Champagne - if you like avocado and gin-based drinks, get the You're the Worst! Cheese curds are delish too.

Pops for Champagne is one of The 15 Best Places for Cheese Curds in Chicago.

10. Pops for Champagne

8.2
601 N State St (at E Ohio St), Chicago, IL
Wine Bar · Near North Side · 114 tips and reviews

Peter H.Peter Harders: Yes, this is a champagne wine bar however they have the best tempura covered cheese curds in the world. They're dusted with a foie gras powder that makes them perfectly salty. They're a must!

Peter H.Peter Harders: Hungry? You MUST indulge in the Wisconsin Tempura Cheese Curds. They're buttery and rich (and pairs nicely with champagne, right?!).

Andrew B.Andrew Burch: Overpriced champagne, but the apps and cocktails are really great (fried cheese curds, do it).

SmallBar is one of The 15 Best Places for Cheese Curds in Chicago.

11. SmallBar

8.5
2956 N Albany Ave (at Wellington), Chicago, IL
Bar · Logan Square · 39 tips and reviews

allen k.allen king: Get the Beer battered cheese curds followed by a pulled pork sandwich and frosty brew. You won't be disappointed.

Aj L.Aj Lovestolose: Cheese curds!!!! And the Mac and cheese changes each week.

Amy G.Amy Graff: Teensy, tiny bar in a residential stretch of Logan Square has an awesome, affordable beer list and obscenely good food. Try $1 mini burgers (Tues), specialty mac 'n cheese, and anything deep fried.

Best Intentions is one of The 15 Best Places for Cheese Curds in Chicago.

12. Best Intentions

8.9
3281 W Armitage Ave (at Spaulding Ave.), Chicago, IL
Dive Bar · Logan Square · 45 tips and reviews

Lisa W.Lisa W: Get the fried cheese curds. So good. Also the specials are great here.

Laney B.Laney B: Awesome spot. Loved the beer selection. Personal fav is the draft Negra Modelo. Food is great too: cheese curds come with buffalo ranch dressing (yum) & the buffalo chicken quesadillas are great.

Travis M.Travis McGee: Cocktails are unique and all excellent. The burger is a must, either a single OR A double patty.

Twisted Spoke is one of The 15 Best Places for Cheese Curds in Chicago.

13. Twisted Spoke

8.1
501 N Ogden Ave (at Grand Ave), Chicago, IL
Burger Joint · West Town · 140 tips and reviews

Jonathan F.Jonathan Fritz: Try the cheese curds!

Liz T.Liz Thompson: The cheese curds are the best I've had in the city, and the honey mustard they serve it with has a nice kick!

Laura M.Laura McSlizz: Make sure to check out their rooftop. Also, cheese curds

Cheesie's Pub and Grub is one of The 15 Best Places for Cheese Curds in Chicago.

14. Cheesie's Pub and Grub

8.8
958 W Belmont Ave (at Sheffield Ave), Chicago, IL
Sandwich Spot · Lakeview · 169 tips and reviews

Doug W.Doug Walker: The cheese curds are a must

Roy M.Roy M: Try the cheese curds.

John H.John Hankus: Everything here is delicious. Always happy hour with great craft beers on tap. Love the cheese curds.

Side Street Saloon is one of The 15 Best Places for Cheese Curds in Chicago.

15. Side Street Saloon

8.1
1456 W George St, Chicago, IL
Dive Bar · Lakeview · 17 tips and reviews

Todd L.Todd Levy: Bacon pizza might be the best in Chicago. And ask for "Cajun Curds" too... it's cheese curds with the topping from the Cajun fries. Read more.

CarolCarol: A great low key dive bar. I loved the Italian chicken sandwich and the cheese curds

Bobby K.Bobby Kennedy: Great little dive tucked into the neighborhood. Pool table, nice selection of craft beers, couple TVs. All you need.