Old Town
The Neighborhood That Launched Modern Comedy
Post-fire brick row houses and cobblestone alleys, a former bohemian nightlife corridor now defined by legendary improv institutions.
Old Town's history runs deeper than the gas lanterns suggest, a gritty, vibrant stretch of head shops, avant-garde theaters, and early queer nightlife that predates its current preppy polish. What survived is the comedy, this is genuinely ground zero for modern improv, generation-defining names got their start on these blocks.
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Small Cheval Old Town
1345 N Wells St, Chicago, IL 60610
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Modern American
Casual
Gluten Free
Good Patio
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Small Cheval Old Town
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1345 N Wells St, Chicago, IL 60610
Small Cheval is the focused, casual offshoot of Au Cheval, and the burger might be better. Double patty, medium rare, house pickles, sauce, and a perfect bun. Order at the window, grab a patio seat, eat it immediately. The custard concretes are not optional. Oreo or peanut butter cup is a decision you'll need to make on your own.
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Solid
Small Cheval is the focused, casual offshoot of Au Cheval, and the burger might be better. Double patty, medium rare, house pickles, sauce, and a perfect bun. Order at the window, grab a patio seat, eat it immediately. The custard concretes are not optional. Oreo or peanut butter cup is a decision you'll need to make on your own.
