The Loyalist
The Loyalist
The Loyalist
Ada · American / burger · Smyth + The Loyalist

The Loyalist

Smyth downstairs. The other burger worth a detour.

177 N Ada St · $$ · Walk-in · Walk-in

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The note

Why it is on the list

The Loyalist is Smyth’s basement: better burger than it has any right to be, a bar that understands wine, no tasting-menu posture. Walk in when you can. This is the Ada answer to Au Cheval without the Randolph circus.

The door

Address

177 N Ada St, Chicago, IL 60607

Directions · All rooms on the map

No reservation book. Walk in.

Official site

What to order
Happy hour

Mon-Thu 5-6pm

$11 classic cocktails (martini, Manhattan, spritz and more) and a $7 beer and a shot.

Checked Oct 26

Confirm at the door - these windows move. Source ↗

Snapshot of the public menu - confirm dishes and prices with the restaurant.

What to order

  • The burger The other one worth a detour
  • A glass at the bar No tasting posture
  • Smyth is upstairs If the night escalates

Desserts

  • A diner-y sweet After the burger
  • A last beer Smyth is upstairs

Signature drinks

  • A beer or a simple whiskey Burger bar
  • Whatever Smyth’s guests drink after they come downstairs Ada Street