DATE OF VISIT 1/4/08, 12/28/06, 12/21/05, 9/4/05, 4/22/05, 12/27/04
For the best burgers in the Chicago area, go to Hackney's. This is the original location, serving food & drink for over 60 years. There are several booths in the bar area and a small dining room. A large, outdoor dining area with plenty of shade is located across the parking lot. One of the specialties is the onion loaf - a large brick of lightly breaded fried onions. Order the 1/2 loaf if there are fewer than 3 people, but don't fail to try this treat. The Hackney burgers are large & juicy with raw or grilled onions & they come with lots of french fries on the side. There are other choices on the limited menu but I always opt for the hamburger.