In these parts, crab cakes are always a gamble. Mindy Segal’s sandwich hits the jackpot with its perfectly round patty that boasts a high crab-to-filler ratio, a spread of zesty giardiniera tartar sauce, and a housemade brioche bun gleaming with butter.

$15. 1747 N. Damen Ave., 773-489-1747, hotchocolatechicago.com