Best Rice & Beans in Near South Side, Chicago
The 9 top-rated rice & beans in Near South Side, Chicago, ranked by flavor score.
The top choice is rice and peas at Uncle Joe's Rum Bar & Grill (1450 S Michigan Ave), with a flavor score of 86 out of 100 from 5 diner ratings. Flavor scores come from what real diners say in their reviews. Last updated August 27, 2026. How flavor scores work →
Best Rice & Beans across Chicago→- Ranked #1At Uncle Joe's Rum Bar & Grill1450 S Michigan Ave
- Ranked #2At AO Hawaiian Hideout1315 S Wabash Ave
- Ranked #3At AO Hawaiian Hideout1315 S Wabash Ave
Fried rice features generous portions and good flavor, though some found it oily or lacking seasoning compared to other dishes.
- Ranked #4At Uncle Joe's Rum Bar & Grill1450 S Michigan Ave
- Ranked #5At AO Hawaiian Hideout1315 S Wabash Ave
- Ranked #6At Jerk Villa Bar & Grill2216 S Michigan Ave
The rice and beans often lacked flavor, were undercooked, or poorly paired with the overall dish, disappointing many diners.
- Ranked #7At Jerk Villa Bar & Grill2216 S Michigan Ave
Rice and peas often lacked flavor, with some finding it too salty or spoiled, overshadowing the positives.
- Ranked #8At Jerk Villa Bar & Grill2216 S Michigan Ave
The red beans and rice were often criticized for being dry, flavorless, and poorly prepared, disappointing many diners.
- Ranked #9At Jerk Villa Bar & Grill2216 S Michigan Ave
The rice was consistently criticized for being dry, overcooked, and lacking flavor, disappointing many diners.