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R J Grunt's, Chicago, IL

R J Grunt's

4.5
4.5
1998 Reviews
$30 and under
American

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2 people
19:30
Booked 81 times today
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Good for groups
  • Lively
The first Lettuce Entertain You restaurant, Grunts still exudes the funky, devil-may-care lifestyle of the 70s in its style, décor, music, and menu. Happily for all of us, the best eating of that day continues to be some of the best today.

While there's a huge menu that's as much fun to eat your way through as it is to read, many of Grunts' old favorites spark return visits. The burgers are arguably the best in town. The new 'digital' salad bar boasts many of your favorite fresh ingredients daily. Giant malts and milkshakes are hand scooped and come in a rainbow of favors. Oh! Don't forget the barbecued baby back ribs, and sandwich specials.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 11:00 am–9:00 pm Fri 11:00 am–9:30 pm Sat 10:30 am–9:30 pm Sun 10:30 am–9:00 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 10:30 am–2:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (773) 929-5363
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress

What 1,998 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.4Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
R J Grunt's offers a nostalgic dining experience with "absolutely delicious hamburgers" and a warm, inviting atmosphere. Located near Lincoln Park Zoo, it's a perfect spot for families and casual meet-ups. Service is often praised as "amazing," and their creative Digital Salad Bar is a modern twist on a classic favorite.

1,998 Reviews
  1. Paula

    Chicago

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Our server was great, did not rush us but kept things moving along. RJ Grunts is always a consistent choice with good food.

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  2. Jessica

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always enjoy eating at RJ Grunts. The food is always delicious, hot and plentiful. Servers are the best!

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  3. Frank

    Chicago

    6 reviews

    4.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Best burgers in the downtown area. Small place with big crowds. Pricey, but you’re in Lincoln Park, so expected.

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  4. Tom

    Chicago

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It’s a an annual tradition to visit RJ Grunts for the holidays for my family. We had a great time as always. Love the service, vibe, and food. Next year I won’t go on Christmas Eve as Lincoln Park Zoo is closed so no zoo lights :( Instead, we enjoyed a nice walkaround the neighborhood after eating. I will say the bartender must’ve punched out for Christmas early (who can blame them) because the cocktails were average at best. We will be back next year! 

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  5. kathy

    Chicago

    4 reviews

    3.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    This is our annual trip, 18 years in a row! Very loud table next of us. ;(

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  6. I

    Chicago

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 2
    They gave us the worst table for 2. Like tiny corner table that fits 2 plates only and a jar of water. You can’t relax while eating because all you do is concentrating on how not to push things off the table and where to keep your own legs, the space was extremely limited. I requested the waitress to move us to another table (there were free tables available) but request was ignored. The food was Ok, price is average, we could order more but the discomfort of sitting prevailed. As tourists we didn’t like the experience. Sorry(((

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  7. Jennifer

    South Dakota

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Easy place to bring kids, good food and ambiance. The service was attentive, music loud for 11 am.

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  8. Peter

    VIP

    Chicago

    35 reviews

    4.0

    35 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Food was good as usual even though I noticed the portion size is reduced in their "new and improved" version of what I ordered (tuna melt). Service was attentive and pleasant. For some reason they have discontinued having lemonade--didn't know it was that fringe of a beverage. Unfortunately LEYE still insists on the petty service charge. Since COVID basically ended, and the money is NOT going to the servers, where is the money going? I think I know.

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  9. Bruce

    VIP

    Chicago

    62 reviews

    5.0

    62 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A Chicago classic! Packed with people, great energy, great service, delicious food!

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  10. Harold

    Chicago

    37 reviews

    3.0

    37 reviews

    Dined on 20 December 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Typical bar food menu. Beer prices excessive. Food very average. Nothing special about service. All very typical these days. I see no reason to return Too many alternatives.

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FAQs

R J Grunt's offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (773) 929-5363.

R J Grunt's is rated 4.5 stars by 1998 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people
19:30
Booked 81 times today

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Google Map for R J Grunt's

2056 N. Lincoln Park West, Chicago, IL 60614

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Dickens
  • Area
    Lincoln Park
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 11:00 am–9:00 pm Fri 11:00 am–9:30 pm Sat 10:30 am–9:30 pm Sun 10:30 am–9:00 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 10:30 am–2:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    CTA Busses 22 / 36 / 151
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar Dining
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