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Wilma's Famous BBQ & Tavern, Chicago, IL

Wilma's Famous BBQ & Tavern

4.4
4.4
196 Reviews
$30 and under
Barbecue

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2 people
19:00
Booked 25 times today
  • Great for happy hour
  • Good for groups
  • Great for creative cocktails
Wilma’s Famous BBQ & Tavern is here for Chicago’s BBQ needs. Located on the second floor of 17th n. Wabash, you can feast on traditional bbq made from scratch while enjoying one of our signature drinks served to you by our friendly staff members.

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Area
    River North (Chicago)
  • Cross Street
    We are just south of the intersection of Washington and wabash
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    We are on the second floor of 17 n. Wabash, right off the Washington and Wabash transit platform.
  • Additional
    Indoor Fireplace

What 196 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

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

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Wilma's Famous BBQ & Tavern offers a lively atmosphere with standout dishes like "the soul rolls," "tender rib tips," and "delicious catfish." Guests appreciate the "great drinks" and "friendly service," especially during happy hour and game days. Parking is convenient with validation, enhancing the downtown dining experience.

196 Reviews
  1. Christen

    Chicago

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 5
    The food here has definitely changed, was unsatisfied all across the board! When asked to speak with a manager I was told, no one was available! My server was unprofessional and had no knowledge of customer service. If I could get a refund for the entire meal I would!

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  2. Yolanda

    Indiana

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was amazing! My server Ashley was wonderful! I’ll def be back the next time I visit the city! It was a very pleasant experience for me.

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  3. Rudy

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Really tasty bbq in downtown Chicago - the hot links are out of this world

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  4. Nickisa

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My husband has a very great experience last night our dinner was and drinks was awesome our waiter Anthony was amazing he took care of everything need!! The happy hour shots of tequila and the Jamaican rum bowl was so good!!

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  5. Racquel

    Chicago

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food, service and ambience was everything. Soul rolls are amazing along with the catfish, greens and baked beans

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  6. Kenneth

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 12 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I will say that everything was very good. The Chicken, Rib Tips, Fish, coleslaw, Mac and Cheese, Yams, Greens, and baked beans. 10/10 for me. Please go try it out.

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  7. David

    VIP

    Chicago

    3 reviews

    1.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 11 January 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 2
    Ribs were tough and fatty. Very disappointing experience.

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  8. Déjà

    VIP

    Chicago

    57 reviews

    5.0

    57 reviews

    Dined on 6 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Superior food & service! They have the best deals daily for lunch 11AM-2PM ON TOP of happy hour Monday through Friday from 4PM-7PM! The drinks are def a bang for yo buck with food that gotcha coming back more!! The location is really ideal with the validated parking for a flat rate of $14 @ Grant Park North on Michigan and Madison a block away from their restaurant!!! Their Monday-Thursday weekday special is a hit too that’s real unique in that area.

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  9. Déjà

    VIP

    Chicago

    57 reviews

    5.0

    57 reviews

    Dined on 6 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Superior food & service! They have the best deals daily for lunch 11AM-4PM ON TOP of happy hour Mondays through Fridays from 4PM-7PM! The location is so ideal too and they validate your parking for a flat rate of $14 @ Grant Park North on Michigan and Madison a block away from their restaurant!!!

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  10. Jonathan

    St. Louis

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 6 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great experience, great food, great service a must try if you’re in the chi!!!!!!!

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FAQs

Wilma's Famous BBQ & Tavern offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (312) 269-5580.

Wilma's Famous BBQ & Tavern is rated 4.4 stars by 196 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
19:00
Booked 25 times today

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Google Map for Wilma's Famous BBQ & Tavern

17 N Wabash Ave fl 2, Chicago, IL 60602-4704

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    We are just south of the intersection of Washington and wabash
  • Area
    River North (Chicago)
  • Hours of Operation
    Daily 11:00 am–11:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Barbecue, Soul food, American
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    We are on the second floor of 17 n. Wabash, right off the Washington and Wabash transit platform.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Indoor Fireplace
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