I can see why there is not a separate thread for The Loyalist, and it would be combined with Smyth. But I was a bit surprised to do a word search in this thread and not find a single instance of "burger". That seems odd for a place that has been open for ~8 years and was named one of the best burgers in America, and always makes the Top 5 list in Chicago these days.
Anyway, I went back there at 5pm yesterday, on the way home, for an early dinner at the bar. The burger and fries were as good as ever, and went down nicely with a West Coast IPA. With the usual tip, the total bill came to $51. First time in my life that a quick burger, fries, and beer went over fitty. It was probably a year ago since I was last there, and it was low-mod 30's if I recall correctly.
As much as I enjoyed it, can't see me going back for just a burger at the bar; maybe a longer sitdown dinner with the full menu. For low 30's, I've got the excellent Leavitt St Tavern in my hood, as well as the RHR $9 option (no beer) a short walk away as well.
Also, maybe a request to change this thread title to Smyth and The Loyalist?