Chuck Wagon - Wilmette

They serve generous portions of gyro meat here, and it's fantastic. My wife and I ordered a Chicago dog, a pizza puff, the bomber special, onion rings, and an Oreo shake. Everything was delicious, and the prices were reasonable. The bomber special and pizza puff were my favorites. The place has a great dive vibe; it’s a cozy little bar with just eight stools and a small TV in the corner, which was playing tennis during my visit (yes!). The gyro meat was chunky and flavorful, and with BBQ sauce on the bomber special, it was incredible. The onion rings are breaded, which isn’t my preferred style—I usually like batter better—but they were evenly coated and fried to perfection, with perfectly cooked, stringy onions inside. The pizza puff was amazing, boasting a great balance of cheese and sauce that made for satisfying bites throughout. The Chicago dog was good too; they used a poppy seed bun (thank goodness, I’m tired of places using regular buns—this is how a true dog should be!), though I felt the sports peppers were a bit overwhelming. The tomatoes were a little sparse, but I don’t mind that. The Oreo shake was excellent—creamy with just the right amount of icy texture. The staff was also really friendly, engaging with customers who wanted interaction while letting others enjoy their meals in peace. Overall, I’d rate this place a perfect 10/10!

Meal Type: Takeout Lunch Price Range: $10–20 Food Rating: 4/5 Service Rating: 5/5 Atmosphere Rating: 4/5 Recommended Dishes: Fries, Gyros I recently grabbed lunch from this restaurant and was quite impressed. The food was tasty, earning a solid 4 out of 5. I particularly enjoyed the fries and gyros, both of which I highly recommend. The service was exceptional, earning a perfect score of 5. The atmosphere also contributed positively to my experience, with a rating of 4. Overall, this spot is definitely worth checking out for a satisfying takeout meal!

**Meal Type:** Lunch **Price Range:** $10–20 **Food:** ★★★★★ **Service:** ★★★★★ **Atmosphere:** ★★★★★ If you’re looking for a great spot for lunch, I highly recommend this restaurant! The food is exceptional, earning a perfect 5 stars. The fries are crispy and delicious, and the hamburger is mouthwatering. The Bomber Special and Niki Special are standout dishes, along with the classic cheeseburger and fries combo. Don’t miss the Patty Melt and Gyros either; they’re both fantastic. The onion rings are also a must-try! The service is prompt and friendly, making for a great dining experience overall. The atmosphere is welcoming and adds to the enjoyable meal. Whether you're grabbing lunch with friends or dining alone, this place should be on your list!

Service: Dine in Meal type: Lunch Price per person: $10–20 Food: 5 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 5 Recommended dishes: Bomber Special Niki Special, Cheeseburger and Fries, Gyros

Brayden said we were going to McDonald’s And when I got out of the car and saw this place I promptly pointed out that it wasn’t a McDonalds but we ate there anyway and omg it was so good, the food was pretty pricey like 7 dollar burgers but so worth it. Some of the best diner food I’ve ever ate and the guy working was awesome, amazingly nice guy and took the experience from a 10/10 to a 11/10. In total we got a hotdog, onion rings, two fries, 3 burgers, a gyro, a Nutella milk shake, and the bomber which is like a gyro sandwich with some toppings. The food was simple but delicious.