Best Lamb Dishes in Chicago
5 restaurants compared
Price range: $28.00 – $295.00
Avg recommendation: 88%
Top 5 Lamb Dishes in Chicago (Quick Answer)
Our editors' picks across 5 restaurants:
- Lamb Tartare Tostada at Cariño, (Uptown)
- Lamb Chops with Hyssop Brown Butter at Galit — score 92/100, $28.00 (Lincoln Park)
- Roasted Lamb Shoulder for 4-6 Guests at Avec — score 90/100, $295.00 (West Loop)
- Lamb Burrah at Indienne — score 89/100, $90.00 (River North)
- Persian-Spiced Lamb Shanks at The Gage — score 82/100, $36.00 (Loop)
Scroll down for detailed comparisons, prices, and diner tips for each restaurant.
All 5 Lamb Dishes
#1
Lamb Tartare Tostada
CariñoUptown·$$$$
Tostada with lamb tartare, salsa verde jelly, and tortilla crumble.
Tip: If seated at the chef's counter, Fenton often narrates courses. Listen for the story behind this tartare—the sourcing and preparation are noteworthy.
#2Score 92/100
Lamb Chops with Hyssop Brown Butter
GalitLincoln Park·$$$
$28.00
Perfectly cooked lamb chops with sweet potato, tahini sauce, hyssop brown butter, and mustard seeds.
Tip: The lamb changes seasonally and sometimes sells out, especially on weekends. Call Galit directly before your reservation to ask if it's on the menu.
#3Score 90/100
Roasted Lamb Shoulder for 4-6 Guests
AvecWest Loop·$$$
$295.00
Whole roasted lamb shoulder with hearth-baked pitas and seasonal mezze.
Tip: Reserve 24 hours ahead when booking—this requires advance notice from the kitchen.
#4Score 89/100
Lamb Burrah
IndienneRiver North·$$$
$90.00
Lamb marinated in hemp seeds and pine nuts, grilled on personal brass grill at the table.
Tip: The tabletop grilling is interactive and impressive — this is a course that makes you feel the chef's presence.
#5Score 82/100
Persian-Spiced Lamb Shanks
The GageLoop·$$
$36.00
Braised lamb shanks with Persian spices, a hearty and aromatic main course.
Tip: Rich and aromatic—perfect for a cool evening. Pair with one of their beer selections for a complementary match.