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RestaurantsWilma's Famous BBQ & Tavern

Wilma's Famous BBQ & Tavern

5 reviewsClosed11am - 11pm
🥩BBQ Joint👯Group Hangout✨Solo Outing👕Casual
Wilma's Famous BBQ & Tavern
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📍17 N Wabash Ave fl 2, , Chicago, IL 60602, US
📞(312) 269-5580
🌐wilmasfamousbbq.com
Business Hours
Monday
11am - 11pm
Tuesday
11am - 11pm
Wednesday
11am - 11pm
Thursday
11am - 11pm
Friday
11am - 12am
Saturday
11am - 12am
Sunday
11am - 11pm

*Business hours may change on holidays

Wilma's Famous BBQ & Tavern
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📍17 N Wabash Ave fl 2, , Chicago, IL 60602, US
📞(312) 269-5580
🌐wilmasfamousbbq.com
Business Hours
Monday
11am - 11pm
Tuesday
11am - 11pm
Wednesday
11am - 11pm
Thursday
11am - 11pm
Friday
11am - 12am
Saturday
11am - 12am
Sunday
11am - 11pm

*Business hours may change on holidays

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About

Wilma's Famous BBQ & Tavern is a casual BBQ joint on the second floor of 17 N Wabash Ave in downtown Chicago, IL. The kitchen is known for slow-cooked rib tips, smoked brisket, and a jerk food menu for those who enjoy bold, spicy flavors. The standout Soul Rolls, stuffed with mac and cheese, collard greens, candied yams, and smoked turkey, have quickly become a crowd favorite. A full tavern rounds out the experience with craft beer and cocktails. Guests can order directly through the restaurant's website to earn free food via a rewards program and avoid third-party fees.

Highlights

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Slow-cooked rib tipsThe rib tips are a local legend, tender and packed with smoky flavor.
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Signature Soul RollsFried rolls stuffed with mac and cheese, greens, candied yams, and smoked turkey.
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Full tavern barCraft beer and a full bar complement every BBQ feast at the table.
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Homemade sauce and seasoningEvery BBQ item comes dressed in Wilma's own house-made sauce and seasoning blend.

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You can find Wilma's Famous BBQ & Tavern at 17 N Wabash Ave, Floor 2, Chicago, IL 60602, right in the heart of downtown Chicago.

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