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Boston Blackie's


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#215 of 4,512 restaurants in Chicago
  • Cuisines: American
  • Neighborhood: The Loop
  • Address: 120 S Riverside Plz, Chicago, IL 60606
  • Phone:  (312) 382-0700

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5 of 5 stars
jp_from_paris   22 contributions
Paris, France
Sep 2, 2009

Almost the best we have had in the US (the best were in a diner on Route 66). Burgers are big enough to share, and really tasty. Fries are good too. Staff are friendly and the atmosphere is nice. more

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4 of 5 stars
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Aug 12, 2009

The BBQ hamburger is excellent more

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5 of 5 stars
SKinBhamAL   2 contributions
Birmingham, AL
Aug 4, 2009

Looking around the internet, travel planning, I got the opinion it was more of good greasy hamburger joint. Go inside it is much different and nicer than I would have imagined. The wait staff is dressed up and professional, the inside is brass and dark wood paneling. While the menu is simple, you can't beat the garbage salad, wings or... more

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5 of 5 stars
geyerba   9 contributions
Illinois
Feb 21, 2009

Great service, great prices, and great burgers. What a great combination. Really glad the bellhop at Hotel Intercontinental gave us the recommendation. more

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5 of 5 stars
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Jan 11, 2009

One of the best burgers more

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4 of 5 stars
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Jul 19, 2008

Huge burgers! more

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3 of 5 stars
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Apr 10, 2008

GREAT burgers and nice decor. more

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5 of 5 stars
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Mar 3, 2008

Love this place! Great music, great burgers and drinks! Fun, lots of people!!!!! more

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4 of 5 stars
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Feb 19, 2008

The burgers here are amazing. Best in the city! more

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Feb 1, 2008

Great burger and salads. more

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Boston Blackie's Address

120 S Riverside Plz, Chicago, IL 60606
Tel: (312) 382-0700
* Restaurant price information is based on meal cost per person, excluding drinks, tax and tip.