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(773) 261-2316
5412 W Madison St
Chicago,
IL
60644
41.8802
-87.7609
Neighborhoods: Austin, West Side
What People Are Saying About Macarthur's
The Editor
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Citysearch
The Scene – MacArthur's Southern cooking is a neighborhood secret that just about all of South Austin seems to be in on. Massive lines form during the dinner and post-church rush, but most customers get takeout, leaving plenty of tables and booths in the expansive restaurant's green-walled dining rooms. – – The Food – A main dish, two sides and cornbread are included in the package deal. Hot entrees rotate daily, with Cornish hens, pork chops, turkey legs and fried catfish making frequent appearances. Fried chicken is always in demand: crispy, juicy, and top-notch. Two…
02/23/09
Average at Best
by Nique1 at Citysearch
Mac Arthur's used to be a very good soul food experience when they first opened. They were located on the opposite side of the street. This is where I used to go every Sunday morning. Now it is so commercialized. The food on the weekends is not that go because of the crowd and they make so much in bulk, the taste is just average. On the weekdays, the food is pretty good. Their banana pudding still gets me week in the knees and their smothered pork chops are still good but their greens and macaroni and cheese are very average. I know I make better dishes at home. Edna's on Chicago Ave and Kedzie is very delicious....
01/13/09
Soul Food Queen of Chicago
by GoldenAsh at Citysearch
MacArthur's is very popular and seems to be the most crowded on the weekends (especially Sundays). Sometimes, due to the overwhelming amount of people, you may be in a line and face a small wait...but it is all worth it when you see the plethora of food ranging from variety of meats, sides, and de-lish desserts.
12/24/08
Horrible
by Foodie1908 at Citysearch
I have a tendency to not eat in the street what I can effectively cook at home better. I had heard about MacArthurs from my students who are from the west side and after homecoming decided to stop by with a friend. This food was horrible. The fried chicken which appeared to be the safest entree is what I had for dinner. It was edible, but the greens and what they were passing off as mac and cheese left little to be desired. I make better peach cobbler at home...
- Pros: None
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The Details on Macarthur's
What to Drink:
There's no alcohol available here, just soft drinks, tea, coffee, bottled water and juices.
When to Go:
Try MacArthur's for a weekday lunch as Sunday and evening visits almost guarantee a 20-minute plus wait.
Parking:
MacArthur's has its own lot reserved for customers; look for it next to the building with the black awning. When that fills up, opt for the lot across the street next to the brown awning of the restaurant's former location.
Category:
Payment Methods:
Cash, Debit Card
Restaurant Special Features:
Local Favorite, Family-Friendly Dining, Group Dining, Cheap Eats, Hidden Find
General Info:
Open 7 Days
Cuisine:
Smoking Permitted:
No
