Boka
American restaurant · Lincoln Park
1729 N Halsted St, Chicago, IL 60614
Highlights
Boka offers inventive American cuisine in a chic setting, perfect for special occasions, with superb service and an inviting atmosphere.
Boka offers inventive American cuisine in a chic setting, perfect for special occasions, with superb service and an inviting atmosphere.
"A contemporary cuisine restaurant in Lincoln Park with a MICHELIN Star, known for its seasonal ingredients." - Kevin Chau
"Restaurant where Lee Wolen, a nominee for Outstanding Chef, works." - Emily Venezky
"A renowned dining spot in Chicago celebrated for dishes such as the pan-roasted veal sweetbreads, served with celery root and almond puree, sour cherry compote, and smoked ham hock broth." - MICHELIN Guide
"One MICHELIN Star restaurant that deserves more recognition for its exceptional culinary offerings." - Michael He
"Balena, a Lincoln Park restaurant, burned down in August 2017 and has remained closed since. It was originally opened by Boka chef Chris Pandel in 2012. Known for its rustic approach to Italian food, the restaurant distinguished itself with wood-fired elements, moving away from traditional red sauce. Balena is set to return for a limited engagement as a pop-up from January 19 through January 26 at Boka’s River North private event space, the Wellsley. Signature dishes include tagliolini nero with crab and sea urchin and orecchiette with lemon, kale, breadcrumbs, and chili." - Ashok Selvam
