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

1. Kuma's Corner

8.7
2900 W Belmont Ave (at Francisco Ave), Chicago, IL
Burger Joint · Northwest Side · 417 tips and reviews

Lindsay J.Lindsay J: Kuma's has the BEST mac and cheese I have ever had in a restaurant in my life!

Tim R.Tim Reynolds: The burgers are HUGE! Staff is friendly - make sure to make your own Mac & Cheese - enough to share

Jake S.Jake Smith: Not only did they name a burger after the greatest band of all-time, its toppings are exactly what I love on a burger (pulled pork, bacon, cheddar, pickles). Order a Led Zeppelin and a grape soda.

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

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!

Gigi Y.Gigi Ylagan: The lamb burger is like an upscale gyro stuffed into 2 warm & toasty buns. Did I mention that their sweet potato & parm fries are to die for? :)

Emily J.Emily Jurlina: The bison burger is great. All the fries are awesome but the parm are my favorite. Get a couple small sizes to share.

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

4. 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

Bob R.Bob Randklev: Tradicion was awesome, Jalapeno peppers, hot sauce and a lot of cheese! The Breckenridge Brewing Vanilla Stout was a perfect compliment!

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

5. 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

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.

Nikki S.Nikki Soon: Corn bread, fried Chicken and mac n' cheese!

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

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

6. Eataly

9.1
43 E Ohio St (at N Wabash Ave), Chicago, IL
Gourmet Store · Near North Side · 409 tips and reviews

Christine B.Christine Buehler: Make sure to enjoy a cheese and meat platter with a glass of vino ❤

Ali M.Ali Mistretta: The cheese and honey plate is to die for! Absolutely fantastic

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

Emily P.Emily Park: Pulled pork, bbq ribs, brisket,... you name it! AMAZING! As for sides, the mac & cheese is wonderful. If you order fries, it comes in a BIG bag.

Phillip S.Phillip Shilling: Every this is finger licking good. The sauce is slightly spicy and ha a little kick, but enough to leave you wanting more. The Mac and cheese is crispy and delicious. :)

Phillip N.Phillip Neri: Try the brisket! The fries and mac 'n cheese are very good as well.

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!

Neal C.Neal Cohen: Go for the Goat Cheese Cashew Caramel, Blueberry Mint, Mexican Hot Chocolate, Malted Vanilla, White Chocolate Banana Curry, or Salted Peanut . . . . wowowowowow

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

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

9. Café Ba-Ba-Reeba!

8.9
2024 N Halsted St (btwn W Dickens Ave & W Armitage Ave), Chicago, IL
Tapas Restaurant · North Side · 221 tips and reviews

Trevor C.Trevor Connolly: Everyone is going to recommend the bacon-wrapped dates or the spinach-artichoke mushrooms, but I say make sure to get the Blue Cheese Beef and save room for the Butterscotch after. WHOA!

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.

Andrea K.Andrea KC: The goat cheese in marinara is delicious! But everything we had was good!

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

10. Spacca Napoli Pizzeria

9.1
1769 W Sunnyside Ave (at Ravenswood Ave), Chicago, IL
Pizzeria · Ravenswood · 105 tips and reviews

Amy L.Amy Le: Watch out Coalfire, there's a new Neapolitan style pizzeria king in town. Our appetizers and dinner came out super fast! The gorgonzola pizza topped with Italian sausage and fresh spinach was amazing! Read more.

DanDan: Burrata special is amazing. Legit Napoli pies

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

Lady Gregory's is one of The 15 Best Places for Cheese in Chicago.

11. Lady Gregory's

8.6
5254 N Clark St (at W Berwyn Ave), Chicago, IL
Irish Pub · Andersonville · 152 tips and reviews

Rebecca E.Rebecca Eden: Love the flatbread, beet salad and when I want to splurge, the lobster macaroni and cheese is delicious. Sit at the bar for great people watching and fun banter with the bartenders. Favorite hood bar!

Chelsey O.Chelsey Orlando: All you need to know is lobster mac and cheese made with truffle oil AND the meatloaf. You will not be disappointed.

Preston H.Preston Harden: Love the Fish and Chip(with malt vinegar of course) as well as the artichoke and cheese dip, the mussels can be ok when they are in season

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

12. Coalfire

9.1
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

Kelly S.Kelly Schneider: Awesome pizza! The whipped ricotta is amazing. There's bars around there to grab a drink while you wait for your table too!

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.

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 · 571 tips and reviews

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

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.

Christopher M.Christopher Mariano: Gotta have the Tacos de Panza. Queso Fundido is also a must. $3 whiskey shots to boot. Enjoy MFers!

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

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

15. Revolution Brewing

8.8
2323 N Milwaukee Ave (btwn N California & W Fullerton Ave), Chicago, IL
Brewery · Logan Square · 391 tips and reviews

Ashlee E.Ashlee Elledge: Their wings and blue cheese potato salad are a must.

Nikki G.Nikki Graziano: Try the goat cheese salad it's 100% to die for.

M@ A.M@ Ayo: The Tempeh Reuben rivals Chicago Diner's version. Pair it with the blue cheese potato salad and the double fist IPA and you're good to go!