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Ed Debevic's

Ed Debevic's

(Now Closed)
Diner, American Restaurant, and Burger Joint$$$$
River North, Chicago
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  • David W.
    David WagnerAugust 22, 2014
    Great Chicago style food served fast and hit. Don't let the crude & rude act put you off its all part of the show. Gotta love the staff dancing on the counters.
  • Time Out Chicago
    Time Out ChicagoAugust 2, 2014
    The wise-cracking waitstaff at this Disney-esque diner is as much a part of its gimmick as the retro memorabilia and music. Read more
  • Social N.
    Social News NetworkNovember 28, 2013
    The Route 66 burger is pretty swell, just don’t expect friendly service. The staff prides itself on being snarky. It’s part of the experience. You'll have fun.
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    Ed Debevic'sJune 8, 2015
    Why jump on the Blackhawks bandwagon when you can jump on the Ed Debevic's milkshake bandwagon? Seriously, our milkshakes are amazing.
  • Chicago magazine
    Chicago magazineApril 16, 2012
    Pseudo-’50s diner where oldies music, signs like "Eat and Get Out," and abusive waiters dancing on the counter are all part of the gig. Burgers, fries, and creamy malts. Read more
  • Andrea C.
    Andrea CollinsAugust 18, 2013
    The food isn't that great and everything is 10 bucks and up. There's not much to choose from either but the staff was funny and I guess it's a good place to take your kids. Parking is 8 dollars..
  • Cheryl A.heart icon on user image
    Cheryl AbarayJuly 28, 2015
    Great vibe. Awesome waitstaff!!! Love the 'tude!
  • TeaBelly
    TeaBellySeptember 10, 2011
    Food is pretty good. The "attitude" from the staff is all part of the experience. Enjoy it, play along...They don't mean it!
  • Scott Kleinberg
    Scott KleinbergMay 25, 2012
    The attitude is free with the meal. Enjoy it and those milkshakes. Tasty!
  • Max B.
    Max BeyerApril 4, 2012
    Great sarcastic humor, and good food. No splitting checks though, so bring cash!
  • Nancie S.
    Nancie SandersonDecember 3, 2011
    A 50's diner version of Dicks Last Resort. Fun for the whole family in spite of the meatloaf that tastes a bit like Alpo!
  • Camden L.
    Camden LambertMarch 25, 2011
    Great food, hilarious staff....love the fact that the are a little on the asshole side makes it fun
  • Matt J.
    Matt JordanApril 30, 2012
    Great food, hilarious staff, and an authentic vibe that's second to none.
  • Bigmac E.
    Bigmac EaterSeptember 10, 2011
    Food is decent, but if you're expecting manners and a regular meal, probably best to go elsewhere. It's quite a fun place to go, especially in a group and the rudeness is all part of the 'experience'
  • Jelena
    JelenaMarch 8, 2014
    Get the World's Smallest Ice Cream Sundae! (Pro tip: No need to save room for dessert.)
  • Mike L.
    Mike LangworthyApril 7, 2013
    just awesome ,,, always a great time!!! awesome place to take the kids
  • Brad H.
    Brad HobackMarch 19, 2011
    Food was good -- the blue cheese burger was great. Share a malt with a friend; we didn't, but should have -- they're big!
  • Kristina B.
    Kristina BurrisDecember 31, 2012
    The cheeseburger and fries were just okay. Ask for biscuits the waiter, he's awesome
  • Ed Debevic's
    Ed Debevic'sJune 12, 2015
    Party at Ed's. Seriously we're tons of fun.
  • Rodrigo B.
    Rodrigo BulmanNovember 26, 2012
    Don't be scared if the servers rush you up. That's Ed style!
  • Kyra K.heart icon on user image
    Kyra KuriataAugust 8, 2014
    Their attitudes are funny and i like to mess with them
  • Lee S.
    Lee ShultzJune 21, 2014
    Watch out for the uneven sidewalk. My daughter ended up falling & skinned her leg, & no one even bothered to come out & look at it. Shame on them.
  • Mark B.heart icon on user image
    Mark BrouchAugust 9, 2014
    Very gimmicky. Kids love it.
  • Marisa R.heart icon on user image
    Marisa RuizApril 19, 2013
    Don't expect good service. Sat for 15 min without our drink order being taken & our server stopping by once to throw hats at us & then ignore us. Walked out, told hostess we were going. She said "ok".
  • Kaleigh D.
    Kaleigh DeLuccaAugust 1, 2011
    Ask for Pinky she's the biggest asshole here. Job well done it was so fun!!
  • Giovanna M.heart icon on user image
    Good food and funny staff!
  • Eddy G.heart icon on user image
    Eddy GonzalezNovember 3, 2015
    Snarky diner waiters that has yummy 50's nostalgia
  • Ashland T.
    Ashland ThomasMarch 29, 2013
    Been here 5+ times
    Best Turkey Reuben I've had in Chicago!
  • Jean W.
    Jean WoodardMarch 11, 2013
    Burger and shake was great but the fries were a little undercooked and very greasy
  • Emily E.
    Emily ElwoodSeptember 22, 2011
    Great service and great food fun atmosphere its awesome!!! :)
  • Steff W.
    Steff WhoisSteffReedNovember 23, 2011
    This place is really awesome!! Excellent food and entertaining hosts...douche baggery at its best
  • Time Out Chicago Kids
    Time Out Chicago KidsJanuary 11, 2012
    Kids have no excuse to be bored here, with all of the theatrical commotion. Just try sneaking in a conversation over vanilla Cokes and fries before the waitstaff launches into “YMCA.” Read more
  • RieRie
    RieRieJune 29, 2013
    Ask for Chachie ....he's da bomb!
  • Bailey J.
    Bailey JexJuly 3, 2012
    This is a dinner with an attitude. So don't think the waitresses are rude but it's their job. It's kinda funny sometimes
  • Helen C.
    Went for sons bday last night. Was there almost 2 hrs. Night was slow, & so was service. Staff only got up once to perform. Aren't theatrics the reason the prices are so inflated? Disappointing.
  • Sydney B.
    Sydney BishopMarch 12, 2011
    This place is a must if you have children it's fun and great food.
  • Stacy R.
    Stacy RoppJuly 20, 2014
    Great food, great fun! We love Thumper!
  • Sarah S.
    Sarah ShehataApril 7, 2011
    Place with attitude and style! The more you tip us, the friendlier we are!
  • Richard J.
    Richard Jackson IIApril 10, 2010
    Best rendition of The Village People's YMCA by the wait staff at any restaurant.
  • Bailey J.
    Bailey JexJuly 3, 2012
    Don't get the chocolate coke. Though it may sound good, it's really gross!!
  • Brant
    BrantApril 16, 2013
    This place needs a visit from Gordon Ramsey. Food the kitchen has cooked sat in the pick up area ignored by staff for almost 10 min.
  • Robert B.
    Robert BarnacleSeptember 1, 2012
    Sub par burgers. I got the route 66 and it wasn't anything special. You're paying for an experience, not quality food. Overall, good experience, but I won't go again.
  • TV Food Maps
    TV Food MapsAugust 26, 2014
    Check out Ed Debevic's Diner as seen on Food Paradise Read more
  • Gary S.heart icon on user image
    Gary ShultzDecember 6, 2014
    Love the wait staff
  • Juli R.
    Juli RussApril 4, 2013
    Very disappointed! We took the kids because we heard it would be fun & the staff is "rude". Food was just ok, very overpriced & our server wasn't fun at all.
  • Michael K.
    Michael KendleSeptember 2, 2013
    Make sure you propose to your waitress.
  • Tony P.
    Tony PiazzaAugust 15, 2013
    Get the Ziggy and Shorty section
  • Drake B.
    Drake BurrellMay 24, 2013
    I found it very funny. You have to have a sense of humor. .. lol
  • mikkie l.
    mikkie loDecember 14, 2014
    I love their milkshakes!
  • Austin W.
    Austin WestermannAugust 7, 2012
    The food was god-awful, but I guess they were kinda funny...would't waste my time or money again though
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