

The 100 top-rated meat & poultry in Lincoln Square, Chicago, ranked by flavor score.
The top choice is cevapi at Coffee Slasticarna Drina (2501 W Lawrence Ave), with a flavor score of 96 out of 100 from 44 diner ratings. Flavor scores come from what real diners say in their reviews. Last updated August 27, 2026. How flavor scores work →
Juicy, hand-made cevapi served in soft lepinja bread with onions and ajvar spread receives rave reviews for authenticity and flavor.
Tender and flavorful carne asada cooked perfectly medium, served with zesty rice, beans, and a fresh salad, receives rave reviews.
The schnitzel is light, perfectly seasoned, and served with delicious red cabbage and flavorful spaetzle, earning rave reviews.
Fire chicken stands out for its spicy, smoky flavor, tender meat, and perfect pairing with cheese and kimchi pancakes.
The mole is rich, deeply flavored, and perfectly balanced, impressing diners with its exceptional quality and authenticity.
Cevapi features juicy, flavorful sausages served with warm, chewy lepina bread and complemented by rich ajvar and kajmak spreads.
Lamb shank is praised for being tender and flavorful, served with frijoles charros and pickled red onions.
Fire chicken with cheese is praised for its juicy, spicy flavor and gooey melted cheese, making it a must-try dish.
Crispy chicken schnitzel is praised for its generous portion size, juicy meat, and perfect pairing with fresh lemon.
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