Chop Shop

3.7 (449)

$30 and under

Contemporary American

2033 West North Avenue, Chicago, IL 60647

About this restaurant

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Your Wicker Park butcher, deli, and restaurant—all in one lively, casual, and welcoming spot. Located at 2033 W North Ave, just steps from the iconic Flat Iron Building and Milwaukee-Damen-North intersection, Chop Shop is your neighborhood go-to from brunch to late-night dinner. Settle in on our vibrant upstairs patio or cozy indoor seating and enjoy a menu that blends freshly sliced deli sandwiches, juicy steaks, Italian-inspired classics, and our famous burger—each crafted with premium cuts and fresh ingredients. Pair your meal with a craft cocktail or a selection from our extensive beer list. Whether you’re dining in, taking out, or ordering delivery, Chop Shop serves up quality, comfort, and bold flavor in a fun, energetic atmosphere every time.

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Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Contemporary American, Steak, Italian
Hours of operation
Lunch Thu, Fri 11:00 am–5:00 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–5:00 pm Dinner Wed–Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(773) 537-4440
Website
https://www.chopshopchi.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Hunter Seis
Catering
Chop Shop offers a wide range of catering options to fit any event—from homemade Italian meatballs and our signature sausage to deli sandwich trays. Our menu includes crowd-pleasing small bites like sliders and meatballs, chef-led carving stations, and full plated dinners.
Private party facilities
Host your next event at Chop Shop! Choose the casual Butcher Bar, the intimate Butcher’s Brother, or our hidden gem rooftop patio. Semi-private and private options available for daytime or evening gatherings. Let us create the perfect setting for your celebration.

Location
2033 West North Avenue, Chicago, IL 60647
Neighborhood
Bucktown / Wicker Park
Cross street
Just west of the Six Corners Intersection at Damen
Parking details
Street parking is available
Public transit
CTA Blue Line Damen Stop. CTA North Avenue Bus, Milwaukee Bus, Damen Bus
Entertainment
For live concerts & other performances in the 1st Ward Event space see: http://chopshopchi.com
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Butcher's Hash$18.00
Sauteed red and green peppers, onions and potatoes with a 6oz butcher's cut steak cooked to order and topped with 2 sunnyside up eggs and chimichurri
- Rare$0.00
- Medium Rare$0.00
- Medium$0.00
- Medium Well$0.00
- Well$0.00
- Fries$0.00
- Truffle Fries$4.00
The Breakfast Sandwich$16.00
Two scrambled eggs, Chop Shop bacon, cheddar cheese, garlic aioli and arugula on an english muffin
- Fries$0.00
- Truffle Fries$4.00
Avocado Toast$14.00
Toasted sourdough with avocado mash, pickled Red onions, sliced tomato and arugula tossed in lemon vinaigrette topped with an egg your way and everything bagel seasoning
- Over Easy$0.00
- Over Medium$0.00
- Over Hard$0.00
- Sunnyside Up$0.00
- Scrambled$0.00
- Poached$0.00
- Fries$0.00
- Truffle Fries$4.00
Chicken in a Biscuit$16.00
Brined then buttermilk soaked chicken thigh tossed in a flour mix and fried, placed on a Biscuit with pimento cheese and smothered in honey butter. Served with breakfast potatoes.
- Fries$0.00
- Truffle Fries$4.00
Chop Shop Omelet$18.00
Three eggs, Chop Shop Bacon, Giardiniera, Provolone
- Fries$0.00
- Truffle Fries$4.00
Eggs in Purgatory$16.00
Two eggs cracked in spicy marinara sauce, baked and topped with stracciatella and parsley
- Fries$0.00
- Truffle Fries$4.00
Ricotta Toast$12.00
- Fries$0.00
- Truffle Fries$4.00
Steak and Eggs$22.00
- Rare$0.00
- Medium Rare$0.00
- Medium$0.00
- Medium Well$0.00
- Well$0.00
- Over Easy$0.00
- Over Medium$0.00
- Over Hard$0.00
- Sunnyside Up$0.00
- Scrambled$0.00
- Poached$0.00
- Fries$0.00
- Truffle Fries$4.00
2-2-2$12.00
- Over Easy$0.00
- Over Medium$0.00
- Over Hard$0.00
- Sunnyside Up$0.00
- Scrambled$0.00
- Poached$0.00
- Bacon$0.00
- Breakfast Sausage$0.00

Burgers/Sandwiches

Served with Housemade fries

Turkey Club$16.00
Fresh Oven Roasted Turkey, House Cured Bacon, Provolone, Lettuce, Tomato, Mayo
- Fries$0.00
- Garlic Mashed Potatoes$2.00
- Truffle Fries$4.00
- No Side$0.00
- Pasta Salad$2.00
- Grilled Asparagus$2.00
Black Bean Burger$18.00
House made black bean patty, whipped feta, char-roasted red peppers, tomato/cucumber/arugula salad, pickled red onion, sesame seed bun
- Fries$0.00
- Garlic Mashed Potatoes$2.00
- Truffle Fries$4.00
- No Side$0.00
- Pasta Salad$2.00
- Grilled Asparagus$2.00
Pork Belly BLT$18.00
House Smoked Bacon, Lettuce, Tomato, Smashed Avocado, Garlic Aioli, Toasted Sourdough
- Fries$0.00
- Garlic Mashed Potatoes$2.00
- Truffle Fries$4.00
- No Side$0.00
- Pasta Salad$2.00
- Grilled Asparagus$2.00
Burger of the Month: The Heatwave$20.00
8oz Burger, Habanero Coleslaw, Bacon, Pepper Jack Cheese, Sesame Seed Bun, Served with Fries
- Rare(Burg)$0.00
- Medium Rare(Burg)$0.00
- Medium(Burg)$0.00
- Medium Well(Burg)$0.00
- Well Done(Burg)$0.00
- Fries$0.00
- Garlic Mashed Potatoes$2.00
- Truffle Fries$4.00
- No Side$0.00
- Pasta Salad$2.00
- Grilled Asparagus$2.00
Butcher's Burger$20.00
Half Pound Burger, Grilled to Order, topped Balsamic Onions, Cheddar Cheese, Chop Shop Bacon, and Chop Shop Sauce on a Sesame Seed Bun
- Rare$0.00
- Medium Rare$0.00
- Medium$0.00
- Medium Well$0.00
- Well$0.00
- Fries$0.00
- Garlic Mashed Potatoes$2.00
- Truffle Fries$4.00
- No Side$0.00
- Pasta Salad$2.00
- Grilled Asparagus$2.00
Fried Chicken Sandwich$19.00
Crispy Chicken Thigh, Chop Shop Chicken Sauce, Bread and Butter Pickles, Garlic Aioli, Sesame Seed Bun
- Fries$0.00
- Garlic Mashed Potatoes$2.00
- Truffle Fries$4.00
- No Side$0.00
- Pasta Salad$2.00
- Grilled Asparagus$2.00
Steak Sandwich$18.00
Butcher's Select Cut of Steak, Smashed Avocado, Lettuce, Tomato, Red Onion, Avocado Chimichurri
- Fries$0.00
- Garlic Mashed Potatoes$2.00
- Truffle Fries$4.00
- No Side$0.00
- Pasta Salad$2.00
- Grilled Asparagus$2.00

Brunch Sides

Truffle Fries$10.00
Fries$6.00
A La Cart Egg$2.00
Bacon$5.00
Breakfast Sausage$5.00
Buttermilk Biscuit$4.00
Side House Salad$6.00
Romaine, Cherry tomatoes, Red Onion, and Cucumbers tossed in our Italian Dressing
Belgian Waffle$8.00

Starters

Greek Salad$14.00
Arugula, Cherry Tomatoes, Cucumbers, Kalamata Olives, Feta, Garlic Croutons, and Red Onion tossed in Lemon Vinaigrette
Italian Chopped Salad$16.00
Romaine, Arugula, Cherry Tomatoes, Garbanzo Beans, Bell Pepper, Pepperoncini, Cucumber, Salami, Kalamata Olives, Red Onion, and Provolone Cheese tossed in our Italian Dressing
Jumbo Wings$17.00
6 Unbreaded, Crispy Jumbo Wings. Tossed in your choice of Buffalo, Sweet Chili, or House Chicken Sauce. Served with Carrots and Celery Sticks
- Buffalo$0.00
- Chop Shop Chicken Sauce$1.00
- Sweet Chili$0.00
Meatballs $12.00

Reviews

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3.7

(449)

4.1Food
3.3Service
3.6Ambience
3.6Value

Noise • Moderate

449 Reviews

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Kathy Gold
Chicago23 reviews
3.0
Dined on October 10, 2026
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 3
We went for an event that was supposed to be from six until 730. We had a reservation at 7:45 just to be safe. The event ended at seven and they seated everyone who just came from the event and there were no tables left for those of us who had reservations. We did not eat there. Very disappointing.
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Sally
Chicago11 reviews
3.0
Dined on October 9, 2026
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 2
We made a 6:30 reservation for dinner because we had tickets to an 8:30 show there. We were seated. About 7, they brought us water and menus. About 7:30, they took our orders. At 8, they brought our food. We were not able to eat our complete meals due to the show starting at 8:30. They were totally understaffed and unprepared to serve dinners to anyone that evening. The little bit of our dinners we got to eat was tasty.
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Jeff Gold
Chicago45 reviews
4.0
Dined on July 31, 2026
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Food at Chop Shop is always great …. It was very quiet for a Friday evening but o was good with that
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Joanne
Chicago1 review
5.0
Dined on July 25, 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Glad we came early. The place really got busy shortly after we arrived. Bartender was really nice and very friendly. Food was excellent. We ate inside. Next time maybe we’ll try the patio.
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Michael Gold
Chicago21 reviews
4.0
Dined on June 20, 2026
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Menu has a good variety to choose from. Selections are tasty and different. We sat on the patio and it was a fun space.
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Elizabeth
Chicago2 reviews
3.0
Dined on May 1, 2026
1. Overall 3
2. Food 5
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 3
Truly fantastic burgers and craft cocktails. Great spot to eat before a concert- the venue is wonderful and never overcrowded. They could use a bigger staff but the burger was worth it
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polly Gold
Wisconsin8 reviews
3.0
Dined on April 18, 2026
1. Overall 3
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Great service! Delicious food. The chicken wings were so good! The short ribs pasta was really delicious.
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Martel
Seattle4 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 11, 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Cool venue to see a concert at and food was great. Will be back.
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Lori
Chicago2 reviews
2.0
Dined on February 15, 2026
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 2
They were out of everything!!! Called me twice to confirm the reservation but then there was no food! You can make the reservation, but having chops at a chop shop was a no go!
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Sabrina
Chicago1 review
1.0
Dined on February 15, 2026
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 3
First server says hi and takes our drink order then left for at least 15 minutes. Asked another server then to see if those were our drinks at the bar side and received them to be left alone for another 10 minutes with first server never to return. Who brought our drinks comes to check on us and see if we already ordered food.. we tried….They are out of at least 3 appetizers and 2 mains, but if you order something they do have you will be brought a totally different thing while being told it’s what you ordered. How is a butcher shop out of pork chops by 7:45?
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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Contemporary American, Steak, Italian
Hours of operation
Lunch Thu, Fri 11:00 am–5:00 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–5:00 pm Dinner Wed–Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(773) 537-4440
Website
https://www.chopshopchi.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Hunter Seis
Catering
Chop Shop offers a wide range of catering options to fit any event—from homemade Italian meatballs and our signature sausage to deli sandwich trays. Our menu includes crowd-pleasing small bites like sliders and meatballs, chef-led carving stations, and full plated dinners.
Private party facilities
Host your next event at Chop Shop! Choose the casual Butcher Bar, the intimate Butcher’s Brother, or our hidden gem rooftop patio. Semi-private and private options available for daytime or evening gatherings. Let us create the perfect setting for your celebration.

Location
2033 West North Avenue, Chicago, IL 60647
Neighborhood
Bucktown / Wicker Park
Cross street
Just west of the Six Corners Intersection at Damen
Parking details
Street parking is available
Public transit
CTA Blue Line Damen Stop. CTA North Avenue Bus, Milwaukee Bus, Damen Bus
Entertainment
For live concerts & other performances in the 1st Ward Event space see: http://chopshopchi.com
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

FAQs

Casual dress, comfortable, informal clothing is appropriate for Chop Shop’s relaxed neighborhood setting.

Yes, Chop Shop can work well for a special evening: guests report a positive Valentine's Day experience and describe the venue as cozy and comfortable for a relaxed pre-show dinner.

For a quieter visit, Friday evenings can be surprisingly calm; if you’re seeing a show, plan to dine early, guests say Chop Shop is a great, relaxed spot to eat before concerts.

Yes, Chop Shop offers a popular upstairs patio/rooftop where guests enjoy dining al fresco. Multiple guests specifically mention sitting on and enjoying the patio.

Chop Shop mixes a warm neighborhood restaurant with an edgy live‑music venue, an industrial, 100‑year‑old space with high ceilings, a cozy upstairs dining room, a lively bar, and regular concerts. Guests describe it as casual, welcoming, and fun for both dinner and shows.

Yes, Chop Shop is family-friendly: reviewers note free kids meals from 5–7, $6 kids meals at any time, and staff who go above and beyond for family occasions like Mother’s Day.

Chop Shop has cozy indoor seating and a vibrant upstairs patio/rooftop, plus a downstairs bar area next to the stage for shows and drinks.

Portions can be hearty, reviewers specifically praise the Butcher's Burger, with one noting there was “plenty of food.”

Private dining isn't part of Chop Shop's offering, the restaurant's listing shows Private parties allowed: No, and it highlights a vibrant upstairs patio and cozy indoor seating instead.

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Brunch Items

Butcher's Hash$18.00

The Breakfast Sandwich$16.00

Avocado Toast$14.00

Chicken in a Biscuit$16.00

Chop Shop Omelet$18.00

Eggs in Purgatory$16.00

Ricotta Toast$12.00

Steak and Eggs$22.00

2-2-2$12.00

Burgers/Sandwiches

Turkey Club$16.00

Black Bean Burger$18.00

Pork Belly BLT$18.00

Burger of the Month: The Heatwave$20.00

Butcher's Burger$20.00

Fried Chicken Sandwich$19.00

Steak Sandwich$18.00

Brunch Sides

Truffle Fries$10.00

Fries$6.00

A La Cart Egg$2.00

Bacon$5.00

Breakfast Sausage$5.00

Buttermilk Biscuit$4.00

Side House Salad$6.00

Belgian Waffle$8.00

Starters

Greek Salad$14.00

Italian Chopped Salad$16.00

Jumbo Wings$17.00

Meatballs $12.00

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