1. Handlebar
9.0
2311 W North Ave (btwn Oakley & Claremont), Chicago, IL
Vegan and Vegetarian Restaurant · Wicker Park · 129 tips and reviews
Jessie Lynne: I love the bbq seitan sandwich as well as the gouda mac & cheese.
BigTab R.N.: BBQ seitan sandwich is amazing! Cool vibe, great posters, pseudo-punk music, requisite drunk guy @ the bar @ all times ;) Avoid gouda mac 'n cheese, though-it's totally flavorless
Leanne Kelly: Gouda Mac, fried pickles and the ground nut stew
2. bopNgrill
8.7
6604 N Sheridan Rd (at Albion Ave), Chicago, IL
Burger Joint · Rogers Park · 84 tips and reviews
Food Network: The umami burger provides the ultimate savory sensation - topped with truffled mushroom duxelle, tomato confit, togarashi mayo, bacon, and gouda. Read more.
Food Network: Want the ultimate savory sensation? Try the Umami Burger — a beef patty topped with truffled mushroom duxelle, sun-dried tomato confit, togarashi mayo, smoked bacon, and Gouda on a brioche bun. Read more.
Chicago Tribune: Savory rules at BopNGrill, where this burger is topped with portobello mushroom duxelle, truffle oil, anchovy dashi, sun-dried tomato confit, bacon and Gouda. Read more.
3. Cornerstone Cafe
8.5
2753 N Western Ave (at Diversey Pkwy), Chicago, IL
Breakfast Spot · Northwest Side · 49 tips and reviews
Liz Lemon: the smoked Gouda omelette is incredible, the portions are gigantic, and the service is friendly. what more could you ask for in a breakfast place?
Michael Patrick: The smoked Gouda omelet is fantastic!
Mark Dedowicz: Very good best patty melt I ever had. Good service , daily specials on board
Amy Guth: The smoked Gouda mac and cheese is serious. Especially with the mushroom, asparagus and tomato add-ons.
Rachel Rigdon: Gouda mac and cheese with asparagus, bacon, and peas is phenomenal. The back patio is so beautiful and nice as well! Read more.
Alejandro Garcia: The calamari is so good here! You can't go wrong with their thin crust pizza, fish and chips are delicious.
6. First Draft
8.3
649 S Clark St, Chicago, IL
Sports Bar · Printer's Row · 22 tips and reviews
Heather Folsom: Once again, the bacon mac & cheese was excellent. We also tried the basic burger on brioche with egg & Gouda- effing amazing & perfectly cooked!
Ryan Sponseller: Might be my favorite wings in the city! Incredible!
Heather Folsom: Simply put, we will be back ASAP. Poutine, wild boar meatballs w/cheddar grits, mac, & gnocchi were all phenomenal. Impressive beer list and server Amanda was spectacular- so funny & knowledgeable!
7. Cherry Circle Room
8.8
12 S Michigan Ave (at E Madison St), Chicago, IL
American Restaurant · The Loop · 45 tips and reviews
Ariana Voyer: Ordered the beef tartare with gouda (wow!), duck entree, brussel sprouts slaw & chocolate mint dessert (yum!). If you sit at the bar, trust the bartender to make something for you. Great mixologists!
Tim Pressman: Foie Gras, Mussels in Red Curry, Ice Creams
Redeye Chicago: The lack of windows, huge curved wooden bar, slick tufted booths and symbols emblazoned on everything feel like Don Draper’s supper club meets illuminati secret society. Read more.
8. Starbucks
8.4
2543 N California Ave, Chicago, IL
Coffee Shop · Logan Square · 31 tips and reviews
Linds Ellis: I like the bacon Gouda sandwich but it's the hottest sandwich in the world. So you have to hold it out the window while you drive to cool it down.
Mark B: I bestow this place the Mark B award of Starbucks with the Best Patio in Chicago. Seriously, comfy seats, umbrellas and trees. A great place to read a book while drinking an iced coffee!
JD Hartley: They don't have Orange Mocha Frappuccinos :(
Joe H: I know I say this a lot, but the signature 10oz Sirloin Holy Cow!™ Burger was to die for. With the Gouda, applewood smoked bacon, BBQ sauce & sweet potato fries, you'll be dying soon enough.
Tracy Rady: Cubs lost, but the 20Oz Wet Aged Bone-in Rib Eye was awesome!
Ann SOMERS: Got 10% off by checking in!
15. First Slice Pie Café
8.9
5357 N Ashland Ave (at W Balmoral Ave), Chicago, IL
Pie Shop · Andersonville · 21 tips and reviews
Stephen: I got the apple pie - OMG. Massive and delicious. The star of the show was definitely the crust. So good.
Mightybytes: First Slice is not just a great place to get a slice of pie. Buy healthy meals for your busy family, and you'll pay for the same meals to go to Chicago’s hungry and homeless. Read more.
Brenda Magnetti: This non-profit feeds more than me. They serve 500 meals a week to those who can't afford groceries. You had me at hello!