Chez Adele is a Black-owned neighborhood restaurant and bar in Chicago’s North Park neighborhood, serving West African cuisine alongside American comfort food. Led by Chef Bart Kabore, the restaurant brings together flavors inspired by his upbringing in Burkina Faso and familiar bar-and-grill favorites in a welcoming, casual setting.

Named in honor of Kabore’s mother, Adele, the restaurant reflects his family’s influence and culinary heritage. Its menu combines traditional West African dishes with burgers, wings, seafood, and other comfort food, offering something for diners interested in exploring new flavors and those looking for familiar favorites.

West African specialties are a central part of the menu. Guests can enjoy chicken, steak, fish, or goat suya seasoned with aromatic spices, along with egusi stew served with fufu, peanut butter stew known as maafe, and jollof rice. Other selections include fried tilapia with attiéké, a traditional West African cassava dish, and sweet plantains.

Chez Adele is also known for its smash burgers, prepared with beef patties, caramelized onions, melted cheese, and toasted brioche buns. Additional menu options include turkey and black bean burgers, chicken wings, fish tacos, beef ribs, and chimichurri steak.

Starters and sides include suya deviled eggs, fried African yams, Brussels sprouts, and seasoned fries. For dessert, guests can enjoy rum cake, ice cream, and a selection of milkshakes.

The restaurant features a back patio for outdoor dining and offers happy hour specials. Customers can dine in, order takeout or delivery, and arrange catering for gatherings and special occasions.

With its combination of West African cooking, American favorites, and personal hospitality, Chez Adele offers Chicago diners a neighborhood destination for flavorful food and a relaxed dining experience.