Quote Originally Posted by citywokchinesefood View Post
New State when it opened felt like a poor impersonation of Au Cheval. You are saying it is worth another shot?
I was just in Chicago and tried this spot out. I wasn't able to make it to the original bar spot, but they had a Small Cheval in Wrigleyville, and we stopped in to have lunch after the Cubs won. You are right that it is probably the inspiration for New State. However, it actually wasn't as good as New State to me. Clearly, I should have gone to the spot where they probably had more time to perfect the burger. The bun was smashed, and the fries lacked flavor. The toppings and meat were great, and I was not disappointed. I think New State is doing something that Cheval can no longer do. Take their time and make a great burger. Cheval is far too busy with hundreds of people in the building simultaneously. You will lose a little quality when trying to satisfy that many people.