A recent list naming the best burger spots in each U.S. state highlighted a beloved spot on Chicago’s Northwest Side as having Illinois’ finest burgers.
Located in the city’s Irving Park neighborhood, JT’s Genuine Sandwich Shop earned the accolade from Tasting Table in their list spanning eateries from across the country.
Tasting Table singled out the restaurant’s “JT’s Special Burger,” featuring two angus patties, caramelized onions, cheddar, sliced apple, applewood smoked bacon, topped with Dijonnaise.
The honor as the state’s best burger isn’t the first accolade bestowed upon the restaurant, with JT’s earning a People’s Choice Award last year during Chicago’s annual Hamburger Hop.
As far as the Chicago area’s closest neighbors, Indianapolis establishment “The Workingman’s Friend” was named as having the Hoosier State’s finest burger, while Pickles Bar & Grill in the northern Wisconsin town of Hazelhurst was given the honor for our northern neighbors.
According to Tasting Table, the list aimed to find the most iconic burger in each state, showing the wide range of incredible offerings that can be found in every corner of the United States.
The full list can be found on the publication’s website here.