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BIG & little's Restaurant
Fast Food Restaurant and Fish and Chips Shop$$$$
Near North Side, Chicago
Has a stamp of approval from Food Network and Time Out Chicago
"Foie gras fries, best unreal value in Chi."(8 Tips)
"Foie gras burger and truffle fries are the perfect combo!"(14 Tips)
"Soft Shell crab, shrimp and crawfish po boys on the specials menu!"(17 Tips)
"Awesome food...crab tostada, tilapia taco, shrimp po boy yummy!"(5 Tips)
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Josh MoyerAugust 10, 2015The Al Pastor burger is hands down one of the best burgers in the city...it's that good. I've had it with bacon, the double, an egg, etc. They're all good! Make sure you get the truffle fries too.
TheOutOfTownerDecember 23, 2019The truffle fries-yesss. The price of the food is justified by the quality and taste not the ambience or seating. It’s a place to go for great burgers & tacos, would suggest the meat over the seafood
Serious EatsMay 14, 2013Deep Fried Grilled Cheese--at first glance, it looks much like a hole-less doughnut. But it's actually a sesame seed hamburger bun with American cheese and bacon slices, fried til golden and crispy.
ChicagoistAugust 30, 2016At BIG & little’s, you can load up on fried fish, burgers, po’boys of many stripes and tacos, but you really need to try the fries, be it the kimchi, Cajun or truffle, topped with an over-easy egg. Read more
Food NetworkAugust 4, 2014The foie gras with fries is "decadent" and medium-rare. The pork belly po' boy with maple mayo Guy described as "chicharrones meets pulled pork." Still hungry? Try the beer-battered fish and chips. Read more
CAROLANN RIDDLEJune 14, 2016Great food great staff great rustic Ambiance very comfortable we really enjoyed ourselves. We sampled the fish and chips crab po-boy and fish po-boy really delicious. Everything was so fresh and hot.
Chicago TribuneJanuary 15, 2015Narrowing down one's options here can be difficult upon arrival. However, certainly save room for their Zeus Burger. Inside is seasoned lamb gyro meat, crumbled feta cheese, and an over easy egg. Read more
The best fish tacos in Chicago with a large selection of different fish. The little samarai packs the perfect amount of heat. If your brave try the deep fried grilled cheese (it's surprisingly good).- Serious EatsSeptember 26, 2011Order the Foie Gras Fries, hand-cut beauties that have a crisp exterior and soft interior and are bursting with fresh potato flavor. The foie gras was flawlessly cooked with a nice crust. Read more
There's a depth to the menu here that will keep you coming back to try new things. So far my favorites are the Hawaiian Pork Taco and the Mexican Beef Short Rib Taco.
Sean Maccarone-ReedSeptember 24, 2014As if this place already wasn't going to be a hit based on the line outside, I was brought here with some coworkers for a bday. Wow the tacos are amazing. BBQ short rib or Bon Mi were great!
Mark BurstinerNovember 29, 2014pork belly po boy is to die for. their foie gras fries are crazy good. tacos are good. nothing here isn't good and the guys are so friendly.
Lauren EJanuary 4, 2012Pass on the shrimp po' boy & go for shrimp & chips instead. Sandwich bread was fairly hard & although the portion was generous, it was difficult to eat with just your hands. Try the truffle fries too.
T DubonAugust 4, 2013The fish tacos are delicious! I tried the samurai and the mahi mahi. Ordered 3 but they were larger than I expected - the tortillas are doubled up. The fries were really crispy.- Jeff EarlyNovember 24, 2015YES! Eat and be happy. Fish and chips amazing. Foie gras fries, best unreal value in Chi. Excellently executed fast food. Stop reading and GO.
Lauren P.August 31, 2013Foie gras fries weren't as good as advertised. We'll get the truffle next time. If you get a po boy, ask for a side of aioli. Fish & chips are 2 legit 2 quit.
Time Out ChicagoMay 22, 2012This quick-service fish shack is run by former Hell’s Kitchen contestant Tony D’Alessandro. Standout fish is fried to order, burgers are made from Angus beef and the fries are larded with foie gras. Read more
Diane McDonald McVehilApril 30, 2013What service! I had many questions while ordering and the cashier was nothing but helpful am patient. He also gave me a free taco on the house to try. Awesome. Go here.
Raymond HarrisAugust 20, 2014The raw ahi tuna taco is amazing! Especially on a hot day. All the other tacos are great as well.
Dustin Wyse-FisherJuly 6, 2017Lil Samurai and Hawaiian Pork tacos are both worth it. Great options for kids, too.- Time Out ChicagoJanuary 20, 2012Fish and chips, po' boys, fish tacos, and um, foie gras ries, all churned out of an inconspicuous shack just west of the Brown Line.
Truly a hidden gem of River North- definitely not what I expected. Gourmet food at fast food prices, reggae music, and a laid back atmosphere. It's amazing. Try the fish & chips and the fish tacos.
Greg CApril 11, 2012Go right before "dinner" at like 5:30-6 and there always seems to be a seat...thereafter it picks up. And their fish & chips can probably be shared as it's HUGE...although I don't...don't judge.
BYOB. Can't go wrong with anything on the menu. The crab tostada is a personal favorite. Always check out the burger of the day.
Monti BraySeptember 10, 2015Get the deep fried grilled cheese. Just do it. (PS cajun fries are also 💯)
Tim CullenSeptember 30, 2010Unbelievable. If you come here get the foie gras and fries. If you hate foie gras, get the FOIE GRAS........ Also every taco is amazing. Seriously get here quick!!!- Samantha GreenSeptember 4, 2011Awesome food...crab tostada, tilapia taco, shrimp po boy yummy! Very tiny, no A/C, no ice or bathroom available...so take it to go.
Get the crab tostada and fries.... heck... get one of everything These guys know what they're doing! Fresh ingredients, simple and elegant composition, and only a light dent in the wallet.
Steamed Blue Crab Poke Taco, Burgers with Merkts Cheddar, Truffle Fries... Best meal ever!
Kreme BruleeJuly 29, 2013Grilled fish tacos! Yum. Enjoy the summer weather at an outdoor table in their parking area!
Jon RienzoNovember 17, 2011Fried smelt and or soft shell crab po'boy... Your arteries will hate you, but everything else will fall madly in love with this decision!
Kevin JohnsonSeptember 19, 2010Lunch = 2 Tacos and Dinner = 3 Tacos (Shrimp is the best then Mahi then the standard fish) Can't go wrong with a side of truffle fries.
- Food NetworkOctober 20, 2011On an episode of Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives, Guy Fieri made the trip to this tiny Chicago joint, where the shrimp is battered and fried to order. Read more
Judith Jean-MichelDecember 28, 2014Oh my the truffle fries....don't you dare leave without getting them.
The Hawaii 5.0 is my favorite burger in the city. Sweet and spicy.
Michele GrosspietschJanuary 4, 2015The large eclectic menu was overwhelming but the friendly staff, smoothed out the ordering process. We ordered tacos, burgers and poboys and no one was disappointed.- Jon RienzoNovember 17, 2011I'm fairly certain it's not on the menu, so make sure to order the spicy aioli with your food
Alex RosenAugust 7, 2011The Burger w Merkts Cheese is awesome. Fried Talapia Fish Tacos are really, really good also
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BIG & little's Restaurant
860 N Orleans St (btwn W Chestnut St & W Locust St)
Chicago, IL 60610
United States
Chicago, IL 60610
United States
Beyond Burgers & Fried Fish, this quick-serve spot was featured on "Diners, Drive-ins & Dives" & "Chicago's Best" along with multiply other TV appearances.Order Online for Pickup or Delivery @ bigandlittleschicago.com
Open until 9:00 PM (Show more)
- Mon–Fri
- 11:00 AM–9:00 PM
- Sat
- Noon–9:00 PM
(312) 943-0000
Features
Credit Cards
Yes (incl. Discover & Visa)
Wi-Fi
Free
Outdoor Seating
Yes
Wheelchair Accessible
Yes
Music
Yes
Parking
Yes
Restroom
Yes
Food & Drink
Menus
Brunch, Lunch, Dinner
Drinks
Beer, BYO
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"Best fast food customer service in town! Super friendly and helpful staff- it seriously makes ALL the difference! Enjoyed our dine in and will def keep coming back 😎"
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