Cheesie’s Pub & Grub

As an avid lover of all cheese, I am continually flabbergasted when I come across a restaurant that takes this American standard and turns it into an art. Imagine the shockwave that flowed through my body when I discovered Cheesie’s; a restaurant that exclusively serves a thrilling and exciting variety of this exquisite sandwich! To boot, Devo the bartender extraordinaire, dishes out a brilliantly friendly cocktail of wit, booze and kindness that exudes the diversity and kindness that Lakeview is known for. Without a doubt, Cheesie’s must be a regular stop for all traveling through the Windy City!

Some people might think, how can grilled cheese be made better? Let me tell you that this place has figured it out to perfection! The Classic and the Tenderizer are my personal go to’s!

If you are a grilled cheese lover, this place is a must! Came in here for lunch one day and had the Mac n Cheese – delicious! Comes with a small tomato soup, do definitely ordering a bigger size next time. Can’t wait to go back and try something new.

Really great if you’re craving some fast, delicious, fried fatty cheesy foods! When I came here it was really busy, I chose the Mac and cheese grilled cheese, cheese curds, fried pickles, and a salad. The Mac and cheese grilled cheese was sooo good! Loved it. The fried pickles were good too but a little chewy. The cheese curds were cold and had a different taste but good nonetheless. The fries are tasty aswell.

Oh my cheesie gooey goodness! If you ever have a reason to be near the Belmont el stop, you MUST try Cheesie’s. I have visited this location and bought from their food truck, both equal quality. As if grilled cheese isn’t enough to put you in a happy place, they add gluttonous extras like fries sour cream and bacon (The Frenchie), or macaroni and cheese (The Mac). The logical part of your brain will object but the comfort food seeking part of your brain will be in heaven, wrapped in a big warm cheesy hug. The space itself is eclectic and loud. Seating is limited, but the bar is spacious. Yes a bar, this my friends is the secret to adulthood: grilled cheese and a beer to help forget the day you’ve had. This IS your happy place
*side note — The ordering process is kind of odd. There’s a counter to the left of everything to place your order then they bring it out to you. It is not hidden or anything but as a newcomer it takes a minute to figure out the process.

Cheesie’s is the holy grail of sandwiches. Please bury me under the Pac Man machine. Try the tenderizer, it’s the best!

Ordered off grubhub. Food was tasty but not what I ordered. Got 2 orders of loaded tater tots but had ordered cheese curds. May consider them again because delivery was fast after a very long day but being a general manager in the business, I appreciate attention to details.

You all, I was pleasantly surprised when my mama and I meandered our way into Cheesie’s on New Years day.
It was one of a few places open on 1/​1, so we decided to stroll in. My mom had the Frenchie sandwich (currently #4 on the menu) and loved it. I had seasoned fries with red wine because it’s my religion.
The staff was so wonderful and attentive. The fries were fantastic and the ambience was really cozy. They even have really cool cheese-​inspired images of classic movies on the wall. I’m glad they opened up and I look forward to them becoming a regular haunt of mine every time I visit home.
I’ve become quite the bar aficionado since moving to Boston… but Cheesie’s reminds me that there’s no place like home.