Best Stew in Chicago
4 restaurants compared
Price range: $8.99 – $19.00
Avg recommendation: 90%
Top 4 Stew in Chicago (Quick Answer)
Based on diner recommendations across 4 restaurants:
- Big Jones, $16.00 (Andersonville)
- Antique Taco, $11.50 (Wicker Park)
- Longman & Eagle, $19.00 (Logan Square)
- Ghareeb Nawaz — 90% recommended, $8.99 (Rogers Park)
Scroll down for detailed comparisons, prices, and diner tips for each restaurant.
All 4 Restaurants Compared
#1
Big Jones
Andersonville·$$
Gumbo Ya-Ya
$16.00
Dark Cajun roux, housemade sausage, chicken, and pork in a spiced broth.
Tip: Gumbo is filling and warming—a complete meal on its own with the rice.
#2
Antique Taco
Wicker Park·$
Seasonal Pozole
$11.50
Traditional Mexican soup with hominy, slow-cooked protein, and fresh garnishes.
Tip: Pozole is not always available — ask if it's in season when you visit, and get it if it is.
#3
Longman & Eagle
Logan Square·$$
Stewed Pork Shank
$19.00
Slow-braised pork shank with root vegetables and rich sauce.
Tip: Call ahead to make sure the shank is available—it's not always on the menu and sometimes sells out early.
#490% recommend
Ghareeb Nawaz
Rogers Park·$$
Goat Nihari
$8.99
Slow-cooked goat meat in a spiced gravy with tomato, ginger, and warm spices.
Tip: This is peak comfort food at midnight — rich, warming, and meant for close friends.