Wilma's Famous BBQ & Tavern

Name: Wilma's Famous BBQ & Tavern
Address: 17 N Wabash Ave fl 2, Chicago, IL, United States, 60602-4704
Telephone: (312) 269-5580
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.1

4.1 (280)

$30 and under

Barbecue

17 N Wabash Ave fl 2, Chicago, IL 60602-4704

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2 people

Jun 29, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 22 times today

About this restaurant

Great for happy hour
Lively
Great for creative cocktails

Wilma’s Famous BBQ & Tavern is here for Chicago’s BBQ needs. Located on the second floor of 17th n. Wabash, you can feast on traditional bbq made from scratch while enjoying one of our signature drinks served to you by our friendly staff members.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Barbecue, Soul food, American
Hours of operation
Daily 11:00 am–11:00 pm
Phone number
(312) 269-5580
Website
https://www.musthavemenus.com/oo/places/wilmasfamousbbqtavern-chicago-il
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress

Location
17 N Wabash Ave fl 2, Chicago, IL 60602-4704
Neighborhood
River North (Chicago)
Cross street
We are just south of the intersection of Washington and wabash
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
We are on the second floor of 17 n. Wabash, right off the Washington and Wabash transit platform.
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 280 people are saying

Wilma's Famous BBQ & Tavern reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.1

4.1 based on recent ratings

4.2Food
4.1Service
4.2Ambience
4.0Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Wilma's Famous BBQ & Tavern offers a lively atmosphere with "great food" and "attentive service." Patrons rave about the "delicious BBQ" and "friendly staff," making it a go-to spot for "amazing drinks" and "vibrant vibes." While wait times can vary, the "flavorful dishes" ensure a memorable dining experience.

280 Reviews

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Ashley VIP
Chicago / Illinois8 reviews
1.0
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 1
2. Food 2
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 2
The food was very bland and lacked seasoning. Tasted like old leftovers. Service was great. Drinks were great.
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aryanna VIP
Chicago / Illinois3 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 21, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food was really good and came out fast for a party of 2. Jazzy was our waitress and she was Phenomenal from the beginning to the end. Servers who were not ours also spoke and asked if we needed anything as well. Overall it was a great experience and I will be back.
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Kri
Chicago / Illinois1 review
5.0
Dined on June 19, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 5
Great food , great vibes …music was turned off due to the game which switched the vibes . But overall will return just not game night lol
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carmencita VIP
Chicago / Illinois16 reviews
4.0
Dined on June 16, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 2
I had the turkey tips with turkey links which was good but way to much bbq sauce, the fries I loved which had no sauce thank goodness! The jerk wings had a good favor , but it wasn't the jerk taste I expected. My husband had pork ribs and tips, he said they were very good!
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Semaj
Chicago / Illinois1 review
2.0
Dined on June 16, 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 2
Food is not that good compare to other bbq & soul food places. Definitely don’t match the high price
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Niyah
Unspecified1 review
5.0
Dined on June 15, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
my experience was over all amazing i really recommend a lot of my friends to go
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Catina
Chicago / Illinois7 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 15, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our food was great! Service by Brandon amazing! No complaints and we ordered a little bit of everything.
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Barbara VIP
Chicago / Illinois1 review
5.0
Dined on June 12, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This was our first visit and everything was awesome. “Q” our waiter was exceptionally on point and made our dining experience enjoyable. The service and the food was impeccable!! We will come back!
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Roterria
Unspecified1 review
2.0
Dined on June 8, 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 2
Sent food back because it was cold, very long wait time until food got to our table.
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Christopher
Chicago / Illinois21 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 7, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
What a well run establishment. The food is fresh and flavorful. The bartender, Lucky was friendly, attentive, knowledgeable. We will definitely be back.
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FAQs

Wilma's Famous BBQ & Tavern offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (312) 269-5580.

Wilma's Famous BBQ & Tavern is rated 4.1 stars by 280 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Jun 29, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 22 times today

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17 N Wabash Ave fl 2, Chicago, IL 60602-4704

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
We are just south of the intersection of Washington and wabash
Neighborhood
River North (Chicago)
Hours of operation
Daily 11:00 am–11:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Barbecue, Soul food, American
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
We are on the second floor of 17 n. Wabash, right off the Washington and Wabash transit platform.
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://www.musthavemenus.com/oo/places/wilmasfamousbbqtavern-chicago-il
Phone number
(312) 269-5580

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