Go big at this Indian mainstay on Devon Avenue that’s open late. Everything on the menu is less than $10 so fill up on biryanis, curries, kebabs, and more without breaking the bank. Ghareeb Nawaz also has locations in University Village and Lombard. The restaurant offers takeout and delivery via third party services.

The pandemic makes drive-thru restaurants uniquely situated to tackled the risks of COVID-19. Chicago’s greatest drive-thru continues to thrive. Superdawg’s unique hot dogs taste better while sitting in the car enjoying the retro setting.

Head to this Andersonville gastropub for a beer and one of the finest burgers in town. The menu leans heavily on comfort foods as well as an extensive collection of whiskeys and craft brews. Little Bad Wolf offers outdoor seating and takeout and delivery.

Customers won’t be able to grill their own meats at this Korean barbecue restaurant but they can still feast on kalbi, bulgogi, and samgyeopsal in the comforts of home. A second location is in Morton Grove. San Soo Gab San offers takeout and delivery via third party services.

A small, nondescript Korean bar located in Lincoln Square, Dancen serves one of the city’s best late-night bites: Fire chicken. The must-try dish stars chunks of spicy marinated chicken that’s grilled over an open flame until it’s charred and caramelized. Diners can temper some of the heat by ordering it topped with melted cheese. The restaurant offers takeout.

After 23 years in Lakeview, this vegan-friendly diner relocated to Uptown in 2020. The menu remains the same, offering favorites like vegan “mac & cheeze,” nachos, pizza quesadillas, and an Asian-style stir fry. Pick Me Up Cafe is open for takeout and delivery.

A true Chicago experience isn’t complete without a visit to Lincoln Park’s Wiener’s Circle. Management always has new gimmicks up its sleeve, but the char dogs — and the staff's high jinks — are still memorable. Just be sure to know what to expect if ordering a chocolate shake. During the pandemic, late-night hours have been limited to Thursday through Sunday. The restaurant offers outdoor seating and takeout and delivery via third-party services.

A hotspot for locals and tourists alike, Pequod’s is an essential Chicago dining experience. The Eater 38 pizzeria is renowned for the caramelized crust on its pan pies, a quality that gives the outer dough a cheesy flavor and crispy crunch. A second outpost is located in Morton Grove. The restaurant offers takeout and delivery; anticipate at least 40 minutes for the pizzas to bake.

The Scofflaw Group’s laid-back sports bar features a spacious outdoor patio and approachable items like burgers, wings, and cheese fries. Takeout and delivery are also available.

Drunken stupors and grease go together like … hot dogs and fries? Unlike ketchup, dumping a pile of spuds on top of a wiener is something Chicagoans fully support. Get the aforementioned Depression Dog, terrific smashed burgers, jumbo fried shrimp, and more at this no-frills joint. The restaurants just moved from Ashland to right around the corner to Armitage. A second outpost is located in Lakeview. Redhot Ranch offers outdoor seating and takeout.

One Off Hospitality’s Mediterranean-influenced wine bar has been a popular attraction since debuting in 2003. The impressive wine list is moderately priced, highlighting bottles from boutique European vineyards, and paired with shared plates like housemade focaccia and chorizo-stuffed dates. The restaurant has also introduced Avec Rotisserie, a to-go operation focusing on roast chicken and more. Outdoor seating is available as well as takeout and delivery via third party services.

Breakfast for dinner? All options are on the table at this legendary greasy spoon that has been feeding college students, city workers, and night owls since 1939. The kitchen cranks out reliable omelets, skillets, pancakes, waffles, French toasts, sandwiches, and more at all hours of the day. White Palace Grill offers takeout and delivery via third party services.

Jim’s Original, the self-proclaimed home of the “original” Polish sausage, epitomizes Chicago’s street food scene. Satisfy the late-night munchies with a delicious Polish, hot dog, or pork chop sandwich. The stand offers takeout and delivery via third party services.

Cheap, quick, and filling, tacos make for an excellent late-night meal. This popular local mini-chain offers a variety of choices including al pastor, bistec, barbacoa, and pescado. The tortas and burritos are equally tasty. Taqueria Los Comales offers takeout and delivery via third party services.

A night on the town often ends in a binge-eating session, and few things are as devourable as the fried specialties at this South Side eatery. Enjoy shrimp — ranging from jumbo-sized to coconut — or golden pieces of catfish, cod, and perch. Lawrence’s has multiple locations and outdoor seating, and offers takeout and delivery via third party services.

Chinatown is home to lots of late-night dining options and Chi Cafe is among the best. The long menu offers everything from congee and noodle soups to beef, pork, and seafood dishes — and at budget-friendly prices. The restaurant offers takeout and delivery.

This popular mini-chain is open until 11:30 p.m. with delivery through Uber Eats. Street food expert Titus Ruscitti recommends the steak taco with American cheese.

Ricobene’s famous breaded steak sandwich is a Chicago classic and especially good as late-night fuel. The meaty creation features breaded steak, mozzarella, tomato sauce, and giardiniera on a Turano French roll. Other menu highlights include Italian beef, meatball sub, and pizza slices. The restaurant offers takeout and delivery.

Located just a couple of blocks away from Sox Park, Maxwell Street Depot serves cheap and greasy delights. Grab a Polish sausage or a bone-in pork chop sandwich for a dependable post-game meal. The restaurat offers takeout and delivery.

Although Chicago is famously associated with deep dish pizza, a large number of locals prefer a cracker-thin crust. Phil’s Pizza in Bridgeport is a longtime champion of tavern-style pies, which boast crispy, square-cut slices topped with tomato sauce and a thick layer of mozzarella. Adding fennel sausage is also highly recommended. The pizzeria is cash only and offers takeout and delivery.

All five Italian Fiesta locations are open until midnight most days, and 1 a.m. on Friday and Saturday. This pizza is designed for carryout, with a memorable crisp crust dusted with herbs. President Obama endorsed the Hyde Park location when he lived in Chicago.

Follow the smells coming from this South Side institution’s aquarium smoker and order up some rib tips. Lem’s offers takeout, and don’t forget about those hot links.