Who Has the Best Burgers in Oak Park?

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Permalink Reply by Brian Plain on August 20, 2009 at 9:04am

While I've had limited burger experience in Oak Park, I must say that surprisingly Leona's makes quite the burger. That being said, anything that comes on pretzel roll gets this carbaholics vote!

I just tried Five Guys last week and I will say it better than most fast food options, but I don't think it beats out Leona's.

Still haven't been to Winberie's, might have to check that out too.

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Permalink Reply by Becca on August 20, 2009 at 9:07am

I actually really like the hot dogs at 5 Guys ... but that's a topic for another day.

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Permalink Reply by Heidi Ruehle-May on August 20, 2009 at 11:22am

I love the Avenue Burger - blue cheese, crispy onions ... making me hungry!

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Permalink Reply by Christopher Richardson on August 20, 2009 at 11:30am

I haven't tried many Opie burgers yet, so I'm eager to hear what others have to say. I have tried Five Guys twice and do understand the hype at all. It didn't strike me as anything special.

I rarely eat hamburgers, but I confess that when I really want one, I head over to Portillo's on Roosevelt. Granted, part of the reason is the excuse to get Chocolate Cake while I'm there (and yes, it is so good it deserves to be in all caps).

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Permalink Reply by Russ M on August 20, 2009 at 12:30pm

Ale House is good. Five Guys is ok. They aren't in Oak Park et al, but if you really want a good burger, go to Epic Burger on State Street just south of Congress. OMG! www.epicburger.com

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Permalink Reply by Ernie Morales on August 20, 2009 at 12:52pm

5 Guys is to pricey for the size of their burgers but they do taste good. The Ale House gets the edge here.
My Weber and I cook up some tasty burgers though. :)

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Permalink Reply by Dave! on August 20, 2009 at 1:19pm

I think 5 Guys is *way* over-rated. The burgers are good, but they just aren't up to the hype, to me at least.

I just don't think there is a *great* burger joint in OP... but I haven't been to the Ale House. I'll have to check it out.

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Permalink Reply by Becca on August 20, 2009 at 1:28pm

Dave, I believe the rooftop deck at the Ale House further enhances the already great burgers!

Dave! said:

I think 5 Guys is *way* over-rated. The burgers are good, but they just aren't up to the hype, to me at least.
I just don't think there is a *great* burger joint in OP... but I haven't been to the Ale House. I'll have to check it out.

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Permalink Reply by Jessie @ CarefulPeach Boutique on August 20, 2009 at 1:42pm

My vote? I went to the Avenue Alehouse and had what I guess is their signature burger, with the blue cheese and onions (I think the same thing Heidi was talking about). Oh my goodness. I dream about that burger. But Five Guys has also impressed me greatly...I can't decide!

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Permalink Reply by Randall Smith on August 27, 2009 at 7:58pm

I'll take Five Guys. Cheeseburger with barbecue sauce and grilled onions. Yowza.

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Permalink Reply by Christopher Richardson on August 28, 2009 at 11:47am

I made it over to the Ale House and had their Jamaican Jerk burger. It was the best burger I've had in Oak Park yet, and Becca is absolutely right: eating it outside on the rooftop, with a cold beer after a long day, certainly enhanced the experience.

Becca said:

Dave, I believe the rooftop deck at the Ale House further enhances the already great burgers!

Dave! said:

I think 5 Guys is *way* over-rated. The burgers are good, but they just aren't up to the hype, to me at least.
I just don't think there is a *great* burger joint in OP... but I haven't been to the Ale House. I'll have to check it out.

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Permalink Reply by Becca on August 28, 2009 at 3:02pm

Jamican Jerk burger? That sounds interesting. Was it really spicy?

Christopher Richardson said:

I made it over to the Ale House and had their Jamaican Jerk burger. It was the best burger I've had in Oak Park yet, and Becca is absolutely right: eating it outside on the rooftop, with a cold beer after a long day, certainly enhanced the experience.

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