Kuma's Corner is one of The 15 Best Places for Cheese in Chicago.

1. Kuma's Corner

8.8
2900 W Belmont Ave (at Francisco Ave), Chicago, IL
Burger Joint · Northwest Side · 417 tips and reviews

jessica p.jessica perrin: recommend the metallica for buffalo and blue cheese fans and a 3floyds brew to accompany

ScotScot: The burgers are killer, but don't miss the mac & cheese, it's the best in Chicago in my opinion.

Greg H.Greg Heraty: Best burgers, mac and cheese in city!!!!

The Bad Apple is one of The 15 Best Places for Cheese in Chicago.

2. The Bad Apple

8.9
4300 N Lincoln Ave (at W Cullom Ave), Chicago, IL
Burger Joint · North Center · 200 tips and reviews

Mark W.Mark Webb: BLTBC burger is fantastic. Bacon lettuce tomato & bleu cheese (and a great burger)

Emily S.Emily S.: I've heard their burgers are incredible - the mushroom quinoa one was even to-die-for! Great crispy fries and cheese curds.

Ian H.Ian Halliburton: Cheese curds are a must. Best in chicago. You can't go wrong with any of the burgers.

DMK Burger Bar is one of The 15 Best Places for Cheese in Chicago.

3. DMK Burger Bar

8.8
2954 N Sheffield Ave (at W Wellington Ave), Chicago, IL
Burger Joint · Lakeview · 257 tips and reviews

Rob H.Rob Hayashida: Get the Number 2 Burger and a order of the Parmesan Truffle Fries. And make sure to save room for their thick milkshakes.

Michael C.Michael Caputo: You have to try the No. 4 - Roasted Hatch Green Chile, Fried Farm Egg, Sonoma Jack cheese, and smoked bacon. It's delish!

Christophe B.Christophe Bakunas: The parm truffle cream french fries are insanely delicious

Honey Butter Fried Chicken is one of The 15 Best Places for Cheese in Chicago.

4. Honey Butter Fried Chicken

9.0
3361 N Elston Ave (at W Roscoe St), Chicago, IL
Fried Chicken Joint · Northwest Side · 143 tips and reviews

Daniel S.Daniel Sniderman: Best Fried Chicken (and Mac & Cheese) EVER!

Illi R.Illi Rebolledo: I got the chicken sandwich and it was amazing. The coleslaw inside added a nice savory crunch. The Mac and cheese is also great. It has a little spice that really adds dimension.

Eli S.Eli Speigel: The fried chicken is of course amazing. Also may favorite Mac and cheese around.

Cheesie's Pub and Grub is one of The 15 Best Places for Cheese in Chicago.

5. Cheesie's Pub and Grub

8.8
958 W Belmont Ave (at Sheffield Ave), Chicago, IL
Sandwich Spot · Lakeview · 169 tips and reviews

Chicago TribuneChicago Tribune: Try the Tradicion: Crumbled chorizo, chihuahua cheese & pickled jalapeno peppers ooze together btwn buttery Turano Texas toast. Accompanied by house-made mayo w/ crushed chipotle peppers & adobo sauce Read more.

Gloria C.Gloria Chin: grilled cheese--they have one that's stuffed w/ mac & cheese!! they also have fried pickles, loaded tater tots, fried mac n cheese bites

Redeye ChicagoRedeye Chicago: Grilled cheese sandwiches with unorthodox fillings—think tater tots, mac 'n' cheese and chicken tenders—were made for a satisfying post-bar meal. Read more.

Eataly is one of The 15 Best Places for Cheese in Chicago.

6. Eataly

9.0
43 E Ohio St (at N Wabash Ave), Chicago, IL
Gourmet Store · Near North Side · 409 tips and reviews

Nathan S.Nathan Smith: The pasta is some of the best in Italy, authentic old world concepts done in fresh ways. Handmade burrata is excellent.

GinaGina: Espresso bar, gelati, bread, fresh pasta and cheese! Mmmmm!

ChicagoistChicagoist: Standouts from the new menu include the Parmigiana, with thinly sliced eggplant and mozzarella, and the Eggs ‘n Bacon, which even our Italian host agreed was excellent, if very “American.” Read more.

Smoque BBQ is one of The 15 Best Places for Cheese in Chicago.

7. Smoque BBQ

9.2
3800 N Pulaski Rd (at Grace St), Chicago, IL
BBQ Joint · Old Irving Park · 232 tips and reviews

Libertine V.Libertine V: The St. Louis ribs, mac 'n' cheese, and peach cobbler are must haves! Nom!

Jessica T.Jessica Teji: Delicious brisket and amazing sides! The sliced brisket melts in your mouth and the mac and cheese is incredible!

Jessica T.Jessica Teji: Delicious brisket and amazing sides! The sliced brisket melts in your mouth and the mac and cheese is incredible!!

Black Dog Gelato is one of The 15 Best Places for Cheese in Chicago.

8. Black Dog Gelato

9.2
859 N Damen Ave (at Iowa), Chicago, IL
Ice Cream Parlor · East Ukrainian Village · 87 tips and reviews

Molly S.Molly Schau: Goat Cheese Carmel Cashew and Avocado Cinnamon- DELCIOUS!

Kelli P.Kelli Prichard: Goat cheese cashew caramel is the best!

Michelle M.Michelle M: The goat cheese cashew Carmel gelato may have just changed my life!!

Spacca Napoli Pizzeria is one of The 15 Best Places for Cheese in Chicago.

9. Spacca Napoli Pizzeria

9.2
1769 W Sunnyside Ave (at Ravenswood Ave), Chicago, IL
Pizzeria · Ravenswood · 105 tips and reviews

Alex M.Alex Marshakov: The ONLY authentic Napolitan pizza in Chicago.Look for the specials on the board. Burrata us amazing.

DanDan: Burrata special is amazing. Legit Napoli pies

TanTan: Loved this place!! Burrata is delicious and the pizza is the best in Chicago!!!

Café Ba-Ba-Reeba! is one of The 15 Best Places for Cheese in Chicago.

10. Café Ba-Ba-Reeba!

9.0
2024 N Halsted St (btwn W Dickens Ave & W Armitage Ave), Chicago, IL
Tapas Restaurant · North Side · 221 tips and reviews

L P.L P: Meatballs, braised short rib, manchego stuffed mushrooms, and sangria all so TASTY!

Mike M.Mike Mackaluso: Spicy potatoes and filet with blue cheese are both great!

StefanieStefanie: The sangria is perfection. Lots of tapas from which to choose. I liked the spicy potatoes, the goat cheese, and the shrimp with garlic.

Quartino is one of The 15 Best Places for Cheese in Chicago.

11. Quartino

8.8
626 N State St (at W Ontario St), Chicago, IL
Italian Restaurant · Near North Side · 345 tips and reviews

Laura S.Laura Swetin: The risotto is to die for. I always get the veal meatballs, and eggplant parm! Anthony the adorable red-head is a phenomenal server. I come far too often but LOVE it!

Beverly W.Beverly Wilburn: just enjoy the charcuterie and cheese,and of course a great wine. The grapefruitcello is yum!

Allison K.Allison Kaminski: Great for large parties and sharing plates!! Have to get the meat and cheese antipasti and pizza!

Coalfire is one of The 15 Best Places for Cheese in Chicago.

12. Coalfire

9.2
1321 W Grand Ave (btwn Ogden Ave & Noble St), Chicago, IL
Pizzeria · Fulton Market · 99 tips and reviews

Chirag P.Chirag Patel: Basil, ricotta, olive pizza is one of my faves

Jessica M.Jessica Marhee: Anything with whipped ricotta is amazing!! Get a margarita pizza and add whipped ricotta to it and you will not be sorry.

Lais L.Lais Livon Bowman: Pepperoni and whipped ricotta pizza is amazing!! Also had a creme brûlée cupcake. So, so good!

Big Star is one of The 15 Best Places for Cheese in Chicago.

13. Big Star

9.0
1531 N Damen Ave (at N Wicker Park Ave), Chicago, IL
Taco Restaurant · Wicker Park · 572 tips and reviews

Jamco CreativeJamco Creative: poblano tacos, queso fundido, pickled onions, beer beer beer and a cool horchata

Myra R.Myra Rubin: Been a fan since April...absolutely love this place, the food and margarita pitchers! Pork belly, al pastor & poblano w/cheese tacos, guac, queso fundido delish. Sonoran Hotdog new addition-was ok LUV

Serious EatsSerious Eats: Tacos al pastor, which is spit-roasted pork cooked with pineapple and onion; a crunchy fried fish taco; and best of all, pork belly with tomato guajillo sauce, queso fresco, onion, and cilantro. Read more.

Publican Quality Meats is one of The 15 Best Places for Cheese in Chicago.

14. Publican Quality Meats

9.4
825 W Fulton Market (at N Green St), Chicago, IL
Deli · Fulton Market · 134 tips and reviews

ChicagoistChicagoist: A stop here must include a sample of the housemade pimento cheese dip or the Butcher's daily cheese plate, offering one selection for $6 or three for $16. Read more.

AFAR MediaAFAR Media: A primo sourcing grounds for picnic provisions or a casual cafe meal, Publican Quality Meats' sleek counter beckons with house-made salumi & sausages, as well as artisan cheeses & homemade breads. Read more.

Todd K.Todd Kuna: Incredible sandwiches such as the Parm #2 (chicken parmesan) and falafel options

Little Bad Wolf is one of The 15 Best Places for Cheese in Chicago.

15. Little Bad Wolf

9.2
1541 W Bryn Mawr Ave, Chicago, IL
Restaurant · Edgewater · 59 tips and reviews

Fitsum A.Fitsum Assalif: Amazing cocktails, burger, and mac cheese from what I tried so far.

Theodore H.Theodore Huff: Steak Frites was awesome, Mac and cheese is amazing.

Alyson C.Alyson Crutchfield: Definitely try the shrimp taco, steak boa, and baked mac' n cheese! Honestly, there's not a single thing on the menu I wouldn't order again.