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"Hardcore heavy metal burger joint. Albeit very tasty, it's notoriously loud as hell, and the hell-yes-yum-to-dollar-dollar-bill factor is high—think $13 for basic up to $18 for "The Death Sentence Burger." Tuesdays are half price burger day, but expect a long wait. Mac and cheese is worth traveling for." - Firebelly Design

On the Grid : Lockdown

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"Lockdown, Humboldt Park. Hardcore heavy metal burger joint. Albeit very tasty, it's notoriously loud as hell, and the hell-yes-yum-to-dollar-dollar-bill factor is high—think $13 for basic up to $18 for "The Death Sentence Burger." Tuesdays are half price burger day, but expect a long wait. Mac and cheese is worth traveling for."

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"Lockdown Bar & Grill, the prison-themed dive that specializes in burgers, will close next month after the owner unsuccessfully tried to sell the business. Owner PJ Zonis said he needs the break after nine years of running the restaurant. March 1 will be the last day of service at 1024 N. Western Avenue. Lockdown opened in 2010 with big burgers with names like “Arson” and “Hawaii 5.0” while playing loud metal on the sound system. It was easy to compare it to Kuma’s Corner, which opened four years before and was still crowded with customers in Avondale. Lockdown was decorated with subversive art and graffiti. It was supposed to remind customers of a prison." - Ashok Selvam

Lockdown Bar & Grill to close on Western Avenue in Ukrainian Village - Eater Chicago

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Joe Campbell

Google

Someone came up to me at a party and raved about the burgers at Lockdown. Seriously, an unsolicited food rec always gets me excited. Took me about two weeks but finally made it. My wife got the flight, included the fat Elvis, cruelty to animals and border patrol. I got a build your own burger, just the basics for me when I am trying to compare burgers from different restaurants. Kind of disappointing, the burgers we tried were just ok and nothing special. I would not venture back for them. Nice hole in the wall bar, friendly staff and the mac and cheese is a must if you like the mac and cheese you grew up with. The Nola summer, hot tea drink I think I would go back just for that drink. Not too pricey, two meals and drink about $60.

James G

Google

Pretty damn good! Food and service are great and the crazy heavy metal-jail theme with heavy-death metal music playing loud and proud is killer! Didn't try any of their beer or other drinks but they do have a huge selection. Prices on food are a bit high but the quality and quantity are definitely there. Overall a great experience! Will definitely be back if in the area in the future!

Michael Roman

Google

I'll start off with the good. The place has an awesome heavy metal atmosphere similar to a burger joint like Kuma's Corner. Their prison theme makes for a fun to read menu which has a ton of variety. Our waiter was really freindly and was very attentive until it got busy 30 minutes in. I did have a few issues. I ordered a bomb pop martini which had great presentation. Unfortunately it was FAR too sweet (almost undrinkable). I ordered The Fat Elvis which is a burger topped with peanut butter and bannana. The parts with the peanut butter were good, but once I took bites with banana, it was overpowering. I found myself drinking water to get out the after taste. The last issue was that my friend ordered boneless buffalo wings and it was covered with lime. Aside from that they do have quality ingredients. The meat patty was juicy, the bacon was thick and crispy, and the pretzel bun was soft. Everyone else loved their burgers. If your a fan of really spicy food, take on the arson burger. Despite this places flaws, I would give this place another shot.

Travis Brenner

Google

Absolutely AMAZING Burgers! Mac-n-cheese is the best I've ever had! Sweet potato fries are the BOMB!This place is a "must stop" every time I go to Chicago!

Stacy Eng

Google

mac n cheese was delioucious hamburger was good too a little dry. small place a little pricey. Tater tots crunchy but cold when came to table.

Jake Meisner

Google

METAL AND CHEESEBURGERS!!! Whats better?!?! Excellent atmosphere and service. Prices are kinda jacked, but its worth a visit once in a while. I tried the Stoned Warden. Effin incredible! Id say the food is better than Kumas for sure.

Torrance Anthony

Google

Top 5 Burger joint 👐down. Great atmosphere during the day with Rock music playing in background can get randomly packed but worth the wait ...And definitely get a few cake balls/pops 🤗✔️💯.

Sarah Miller

Google

The food was awesome as usual. We sat on the patio with our dog and our server could not have been nicer. He even brought out a nice big bowl of ice water for our pup.

Joe Campbell

Google

Someone came up to me at a party and raved about the burgers at Lockdown. Seriously, an unsolicited food rec always gets me excited. Took me about two weeks but finally made it. My wife got the flight, included the fat Elvis, cruelty to animals and border patrol. I got a build your own burger, just the basics for me when I am trying to compare burgers from different restaurants. Kind of disappointing, the burgers we tried were just ok and nothing special. I would not venture back for them. Nice hole in the wall bar, friendly staff and the mac and cheese is a must if you like the mac and cheese you grew up with. The Nola summer, hot tea drink I think I would go back just for that drink. Not too pricey, two meals and drink about $60.

James G

Google

Pretty damn good! Food and service are great and the crazy heavy metal-jail theme with heavy-death metal music playing loud and proud is killer! Didn't try any of their beer or other drinks but they do have a huge selection. Prices on food are a bit high but the quality and quantity are definitely there. Overall a great experience! Will definitely be back if in the area in the future!

Michael Roman

Google

I'll start off with the good. The place has an awesome heavy metal atmosphere similar to a burger joint like Kuma's Corner. Their prison theme makes for a fun to read menu which has a ton of variety. Our waiter was really freindly and was very attentive until it got busy 30 minutes in. I did have a few issues. I ordered a bomb pop martini which had great presentation. Unfortunately it was FAR too sweet (almost undrinkable). I ordered The Fat Elvis which is a burger topped with peanut butter and bannana. The parts with the peanut butter were good, but once I took bites with banana, it was overpowering. I found myself drinking water to get out the after taste. The last issue was that my friend ordered boneless buffalo wings and it was covered with lime. Aside from that they do have quality ingredients. The meat patty was juicy, the bacon was thick and crispy, and the pretzel bun was soft. Everyone else loved their burgers. If your a fan of really spicy food, take on the arson burger. Despite this places flaws, I would give this place another shot.

Travis Brenner

Google

Absolutely AMAZING Burgers! Mac-n-cheese is the best I've ever had! Sweet potato fries are the BOMB!This place is a "must stop" every time I go to Chicago!

Stacy Eng

Google

mac n cheese was delioucious hamburger was good too a little dry. small place a little pricey. Tater tots crunchy but cold when came to table.

Jake Meisner

Google

METAL AND CHEESEBURGERS!!! Whats better?!?! Excellent atmosphere and service. Prices are kinda jacked, but its worth a visit once in a while. I tried the Stoned Warden. Effin incredible! Id say the food is better than Kumas for sure.

Torrance Anthony

Google

Top 5 Burger joint 👐down. Great atmosphere during the day with Rock music playing in background can get randomly packed but worth the wait ...And definitely get a few cake balls/pops 🤗✔️💯.

Sarah Miller

Google

The food was awesome as usual. We sat on the patio with our dog and our server could not have been nicer. He even brought out a nice big bowl of ice water for our pup.

Lockdown Bar & Grill

Lockdown Bar & Grill

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