Bust Outs
Our verdict
Bust Outs is worth it when you want a fast, casual Chicago burger stop with more local identity than a chain. Expect all-natural burgers and chicken sandwiches, Vienna Beef hot dogs, CTA-themed menu names, counter service, casual dress, and roughly $15 per person rather than a polished sit-down experience.
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- Address
- 5200 N Elston Ave, Chicago, IL
- Phone
- (773) 993-0391
- Website
- bustoutschicago.com
- Directions
- Get directions
The menu
What to order
- Chicago L Crispy Chicken Sandwich
- Green Line Burger
- Blue Line Burger
- Chicago L Cheeseburger
- Red Line Burger
- The Loop Burger
- Vienna Beef Hot Dog with Fries Chicago Style
Quick reference: choose Bust Outs for all-natural American burgers, chicken sandwiches, hot dogs, casual dress, a $15-per-person price point, and Chicago hours Tuesday through Sunday. Keep it in mind when the goal is a straightforward comfort-food meal with Chicago-themed menu language and no formal dining structure.
Frequently asked questions
Can I eat at the bar at Bust Outs?
What is confirmed is that Bust Outs is a casual Chicago spot centered on all-natural American burgers, chicken sandwiches, and hot dogs, with a price of $15 per person.
Can Bust Outs accommodate groups?
If group seating is important, confirm directly with Bust Outs before visiting.
What should a first-timer know about Bust Outs?
Expect a casual Chicago restaurant focused on all-natural American burgers, chicken sandwiches, and hot dogs. Signature items include the Chicago L Crispy Chicken Sandwich, Green Line Burger, Blue Line Burger, Chicago L Cheeseburger, Red Line Burger, The Loop Burger, and Vienna Beef Hot Dog with Fries Chicago Style.
What are alternatives to Bust Outs in Chicago?
If you want a different format, compare Bust Outs with other casual Chicago dining options based on the kind of meal you want. Bust Outs is best matched to diners looking for burgers, chicken sandwiches, or hot dogs at $15 per person.
Is Bust Outs worth the price?
Yes, if you want a casual Chicago meal built around all-natural American burgers, chicken sandwiches, or hot dogs. The price point is $15 per person.
Details
- Lively
- Cozy
- Classic
- Casual Hangout
- Family
- After Work
- Solo
- Group Dining
- Standalone
- Organic
- Street Scene
- A La Carte
- Vegetarian Friendly
Casual, fast-casual neighborhood burger spot in a small triangular corner building at Elston and Foster, with a simple, no-frills setting focused on friendly service and quick comfort-food meals.