Best BBQ'd Meats in North Center, Chicago
The 11 top-rated bbq'd meats in North Center, Chicago, ranked by flavor score.
The top choice is brisket at Cho Sun Ok Restaurant (4200 N Lincoln Ave), with a flavor score of 87 out of 100 from 35 diner ratings. Flavor scores come from what real diners say in their reviews. Last updated August 27, 2026. How flavor scores work →
Best BBQ'd Meats across Chicago→- Ranked #1At Cho Sun Ok Restaurant4200 N Lincoln Ave
Tender beef brisket, praised for its marbling and flavor, pairs perfectly with refreshing cold noodles and a variety of banchan.
- Ranked #2At Cho Sun Ok Restaurant4200 N Lincoln Ave
ChaDol-Gui features tender, thinly sliced beef that pairs well with various banchan, though some found it bland and portions small.
- Ranked #3At Cho Sun Ok Restaurant4200 N Lincoln Ave
- Ranked #4At Cho Sun Ok Restaurant4200 N Lincoln Ave
Galbi is praised for its tenderness and flavor, but poor service and chaotic atmosphere detract from the overall experience.
- Ranked #5At Cho Sun Ok Restaurant4200 N Lincoln Ave
- Ranked #6At Cho Sun Ok Restaurant4200 N Lincoln Ave
- Ranked #7At Cho Sun Ok Restaurant4200 N Lincoln Ave
- Ranked #8At Cho Sun Ok Restaurant4200 N Lincoln Ave
Kalbi is tender but lacks a standout flavor, with many noting the rushed service and overall mediocre experience.
- Ranked #9At Cho Sun Ok Restaurant4200 N Lincoln Ave
- Ranked #10At Orange Garden Restaurant1942 W Irving Park Rd