These Are Jeremy Allen White’s Favorite Chicago Restaurants

When asked what his favorite restaurant is in Chicago, Jeremy Allen White's answers did not disappoint one bit (or should I say "bite").

Jeremy Allen White, one of the hottest actors on the planet right now, has quickly become synonymous with the city of Chicago, both on and off screen.  He's best known for his roles as Lip Gallagher in Shameless and Carmy in the FX series The Bear.

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He may play a young chef working in a high-pressure kitchen in the heart of Chicago, but fans really wanted to know where Jeremy Allen White, himself, loves to dine at in the city when he's not filming.

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It turns out, he is a fan of some of Chicago's most iconic restaurants.

In an interview with deuxmoi at the 2025 SAG Awards, he was asked the burning question, "What's your favorite restaurant in Chicago?".

La Scarola and Bavette's Bar & Boeuf.

Apparently, those were the right answers, according to fans.

"La Scarola…yessss. The real ones know." - R. Sulli

"Not me screaming La Scarola before he even answered!" - Education Revival

"i tell everyone i can about bavettes. phenomenal." - Terrah Winder

"Bavettes is my favorite restaurant I’ve tried so far anywhere so I’ll have to try la scarola" - Samantha Loza

Since Jeremy Allen White is always filming and chillin' in Chicago, fans have so many opportunities to catch a glimpse of the actor himself in the wild.  If you ran into him, what restaurants would you recommend for him to try?

If you need some recommendations, here's a list of the best Chicago restaurants visitors must try in 2025.  Any sound worthy enough?

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