Best Rice & Beans in Near West Side, Chicago
The 8 top-rated rice & beans in Near West Side, Chicago, ranked by flavor score.
The top choice is arroz con gandules at Chicago Mama's Kitchen - Catering, Mixology & Culinary Experiences (The Kitchen, 324 N Leavitt St), with a flavor score of 83 out of 100 from 8 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 Chicago Mama's Kitchen - Catering, Mixology & Culinary ExperiencesThe Kitchen, 324 N Leavitt St
- Ranked #2At Chicago Mama's Kitchen - Catering, Mixology & Culinary ExperiencesThe Kitchen, 324 N Leavitt St
- Ranked #3At The Wild Hare954 W Fulton St
- Ranked #4At Jerky Jerk2253 W Taylor St
Rice and peas are generally well-received for their flavor, though some found them inconsistent or lacking authenticity.
- Ranked #5At Jerky Jerk2253 W Taylor St
The rice and beans were often criticized for being dry, bland, and lacking authentic flavor, disappointing many diners.
- Ranked #6At Jerky Jerk2253 W Taylor St
The rice often came undercooked, hard, and bland, lacking seasoning, which disappointed many diners.
- Ranked #7At The Wild Hare954 W Fulton St
- Ranked #8At The Wild Hare954 W Fulton St