Moody's

GOOD BEER! GOOD BEER GARDEN! GOOD BURGERS! NUFF SAID!!!!!! more

One of the great hidden gems of Chicago.. more

Have enjoyed Moody's on previous visits, but could not even get served on my latest. Sat down and had several servers both look at us and pass us by without a word. 20 minutes later we decided to depart. more

I live one block away from Moody's. I've been treated rudely two out of the three times dining there. The first time my roommate and I were there, they completely ignored our table. I assume this was because we didn't order alcohol. The second time I was with a date. He ordered his burger well, mine medium. Mine was very close to raw and his was hot pink in the middle. Upon informing the waitress (politely) she walked away, came back burgers in hand and proceeded to tell me I was wrong. Then asked ""what am I supposed to do about it?"". I asked to speak with the manager, was argued with again, then the manager shouted from the bar across the room ""whats the problem it's fine, I checked"". I had to walk up to the bar because he refused to come to my table to speak with me. He was rude and unprofessional, and completely unconcerned that he had two very unhappy customers. I wasn't even demanding anything, I just wanted them to except that the order was completely wrong, not to mention disgusting. I wouldn't eat there again if I was paid to. more

My friends and I started going to Moody's in the mid-1970s, it is an institution in Edgewater! I have many fond memories of meals and drinks there. Yes, it's very dark but that is a big part of the atmosphere. The burgers and onion rings were/are the best. It is a great place to sit outside on a hot summer night, you could sit, talk and eat for a long time and no one would chase you out. Also the fireplaces make it a wonderful cozy spot in cold weather. I live in the Atlanta suburbs now and unfortunately the metro area does not have anything to compare with Moody's food or environment. Pros: atmosphere, burgers, location more

Everything is great, if only Cindy would pass the dessert tray around. Great place. Best outdoor patio in the city. Excellent service. more

Outside of Kuma's and C.W. Napkin, there isn't an establishment on the northside of Chicago that comes close to challenging Moody's for the title of ""Best Hamburger."" Throw in the atmosphere - cozy/dark/fireplace during the fall/winter and awesome beer garden during the summer months - and you have one of my favorite places in Chicago! It's kind of a hike north but parking on Broadway is plentiful or you can take the Red Line to Thorndale and walk 100 yards or so. Stick with the beer which is fairly priced as I don't believe the soda has refills...fine by me!!! Pros: Fireside dining, beer garden, beer selection, french fries, and of course the burgers! more

Juicy burgers + a pitcher of beer + a few good friends + a beer garden + beautiful weather = a totally... more

Juicy burgers + a pitcher of beer + a few good friends + a beer garden + beautiful weather = a totally chill, totally fun casual dinner out. So the... more

Highly recommended during the winter time, with a dim lit atmosphere and real fireplaces makes a cozy environment. more

Cozy up next to the fireplace in the winter, hang out on the outdoor patio in the summertime, and enjoy a... more

Cozy up next to the fireplace in the winter, hang out on the outdoor patio in the summertime, and enjoy a damn fine burger and a beer. more

Moody's Pub has great onion rings and the burgers speak for themselves. The place has two fireplaces which makes it seem very cozy and can keep you warm on a cold day. Moody's is cash only, however there is a ATM in the restaurant. \r Pros: Prices, Fireplaces, Onion Rings Cons: Cash only, very dark dining room more

I was at Moody's this past weekend and we sat by the fireplace. The atmosphere is cozy, warm, down to earth and friendly. It's not a feed'em and run'em off kind of place. The staff was attentive. But what ROCKED was the MOODY BURGER!! It was juicy, the bun was soft and combo cannot be beat. My friend had a burger with a mountain of bleu cheese on top. It is my number one burger restaurant in the Chicago area. I will return. Also, the onion rings are really good dipped in the garlic dressing!!! To top it off the price is right, drink and food prices are really reasonable. Pros: Parking next door more

The food at Moody's is AWFUL! How could this place get a 9.4? It must be someone's idea of a joke. Definately NOT the best burger in town by far. Forget the chicken sandwich. I have never been served a more pathic looking sandwich in my life. Do yourselves a huge favor and do not go to this place to eat. Maybe a drink out in the patio would be fine but it is best to eat somewhere else.....anyplace rather than Moody's. YUK YUK YUK!!! Pros: Nice outdoor patio area - very friendly squirrels Cons: THE FOOD!!!! more

I just tried Moody's based on their Citysearch rating and, honestly, I was disappointed. There were some things that were great, such as the parking lot next door and the outdoor patio, but other things were rather ordinary, such as the hamburger and the price, or subpar, such as the fries and the service. \r \r Starting with the great, their outdoor patio is very nice, especially on a cool summer day. However, even on a somewhat breezy day during their slow afternoon period, you were lightly bathed in smoke, so if you can't stand being around smokers, eating on their patio won't save you. The parking lot is great, though it's not that big and I suspect that it fills up during their evening rush, leaving you at the mercy of street parking. \r \r I ordered the bleu cheese burger and it was good, but I think the label best burger in Chicago is overstating things. It came with lettuce and onion, but no tomato, and with fries and a pickle wedge on the side. It didn't cost too much, though it wasn't as cheap as your typical Chicago-style burger and hot dog joint. \r \r For the bad, I went in the late afternoon (around 4) and I have to agree with the reviewer who called the service indifferent. I also really disliked the fries. I've had that style before (they remind me of the fries you get at The Great Steak & Potato Company in mall food courts) and they just taste burnt to me. I think it's the oil they cook with but whatever it is, I don't like it. However, that's a matter of taste and I know lots of people really like them. \r \r All told, I would go back but I wouldn't go out of my way to go back. Pros: Outdoor patio, parking Cons: Overrated, french fries more

Everyone says it's dark, which it is, but the window seats are perfect-- a nice view of the wooded patio. Or better yet, sit on the patio, although, with all those trees, you're bound to get a bird crapping on you eventually. Awesome burgers, cheap beer. Very close to the Thorndale Red Line stop. Pros: burgers, great place to bring friends visiting Chicago Cons: dark, no fish and chips more

I've been going to Moody's since the early 70s and while I do occasionally have one of their superior burgers, I usually have something that is hard to find at restaurants, and invokes great childhood memories, the Sloppy Joe.\r It's every bit as big as their burgers, and nice and sloppy.\r \r The lunch to mid-afternoon service can be a bit ""indifferent"", but I've never had reason to complain.\r \r Bring a keychain or pen light for the menu. It's dark inside even during the day.\r \r Pros: The whole menu. Cons: Dark. Cash only. more

Here is a Great place when its SUB -ZERO outside the fireplaces the food just AWSOME and it gets better in the summer also .. Great Place to go by yourself or on a Date .. You can unwind and relax no pressure of the daily grind you leave that at the door .. Primo steaks and burgers and awsome fries buts thats my opinion you make yours ... Pros: Parking, food more

I went to Moody's when it first opened. Its been so long I'm not certain of the year. It was though between 1965 - 1969. When it first opened they were next door and after a few years it became what we know today. My children, wife and I always found it a fantastic place to go. Through the years it still reserves its own special distinctive ID. This is a very down to earth place ( happily most snobs go somewhere else ). Summer outdoor eating is special with trees, water fountains, some cubbyhole areas and a changing sky to view. There are very few restaurants with Moody's outdoor amenities and ambiance I advise all families with children, young daters or budget oriented persons to try Moody's for memorable ambiance, economy & the best Hamburger & Fries and devoid of the Rush St. Rush and elitism. Pros: very economical, great family place, Great Hambg's more