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(847) 564-9328
290 Skokie Blvd
(Lake Cook Road)
Northbrook,
IL
60026
42.1475
-87.798
Hours:
Tue-Sat 10:30am-10:45pm
Price:
$
Last updated 9.11.08
Category:
Payment Methods:
Cash
Restaurant Special Features:
Local Favorite, Family-Friendly Dining, Lunch Spot, Cheap Eats, Bar Scene
Cuisine:
Hamburgers, Traditional American
Smoking Permitted:
Yes
What People Are Saying About Charlie Beinlich's
Featured Review
Jennifer Olvera
Contributor
In Short – Upon entering, a roadhouse feel pervades this vintage supper club, thanks to trophy-worthy fishing catches hung from knotty pine walls. Workers donning jeans pack the red vinyl bar stools for lunchtime burgers and beer, while families munch tuna salad sandwiches, chili and grilled cheese at tables. The menu of basics also includes shrimp or crabmeat cocktail, barbecue beef and sandwiches like roast beef and ham. Sides are limited to slaw and fries.
Editor's Tips
- Know Before You Go:
- The experience is straightforward and simple; reservations are not taken. Also, prices aren't listed on the menu.
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03/07/08
don't move the table
by burgertown at Citysearch
went there tonight with my family of 5. good burger. there was 1 table of 3 in the entire place. about 20 open tables. as all the tables are round 4 tops, i pushed 2 tables together. the waiter immediately told me "we don't allow you to move the table" i thought he had to be kidding, he was not. when i asked why he said " we just don't allow it" remember when rest. went out of their way to accomodate their cutomers. not this place! as it was late and we were hungry we stayed. warning: don't move the tables!!!! it wouldn't have been too difficult for them to be nice, there still would have been about 18 open tables!
01/05/08
Carlie Beinlich's
by jcr60 at Citysearch
are you kiddin' me?? there is no better.....i've been going to Charlie's for almost 20 years and simply put, it's the BEST!! Now when are they open in '08 because i'm "jonesing" for a burger?
- Pros: everything...this is a first class burger joynt with great wait staff
- Cons: the parking lot at time can be a problem but it's minor and only when packed
03/16/05
I don't get it
by jrwilliams59 at Citysearch
Before I went here I always heard people rave about the place. I don't get it. The hamburger is average at best, pretty much bland and mushy. I can make a better one at home. It is really nothing more than glorified fast food, especially when its busy. Get in, eat, get out. They should at least have a TV so you can watch sports, after all you are nothing but a hamburger joint.
- Pros: none
- Cons: uninspired food, not relaxing
05/13/04
Don't Miss Out!
by chitownfoodie at Citysearch
All I have to say is Awesome! The burgers at this place are just awesome. If you haven't tried them yet, you are just plain missing out. Best burger I have ever tasted hands down. And as a Beinlick's veteran, I must let you in a little secret - the seafood cocktail is great as well.
- Pros: Burgers, Solid Service, Northwoods Atmosphere
07/02/03
Crowded but Great
by markmidwest at Citysearch
Charlie Beinlich's is almost certain to be packed and for good reason. The burgers are oustanding and the service is great. I'm not talking high school kids on summer break for a wait staff, this is a mature experienced staff who treat you like you are in a fine dining establishment.
Don't let the crowd scare you, tables open up quickly & the burgers are worth the wait!
- Pros: Burgers, Wait Staff
- Cons: Small
The Details on Charlie Beinlich's
Place Categories:
- just awesome burgers
- wonderful bare bones place
- great seafood cocktail
- great service
- rave people
- best hamburger
- great meat
