“great service from the guy in drive through lot food was fresh and hot only forgot to put my hot oil on my sandwich I ordered the beefy cheddar crescent and theirs was the biggest one I ever had in all the years I've been going to Portillo's so they got 10 stars for me and definitely will see me again other Portillo's I will have to buy two sandwiches to get food cuz they were so small but this Portillo's I was only able to eat half so yes I would definitely be coming back again“
“Gene and Jude's is my preferred destination for Vienna hotdogs. I typically opt for mine plain with a double dog, and it consistently meets the expectations of both myself and my family. I've also tried their tamales, which are of high quality. The popularity of this establishment is evident from the long lines often seen outside. The employees are courteous and welcoming. I highly recommend this establishment and believe you will enjoy it as well.“
“Best Sandwiches around - Steak Sandwich - Shish Kabob Sandwich - Italian Sausage or beef or combo you cannot go wrong - Mike and family are the best people. The fries are fresh cut and does the double fry so crispy outside and fluffy and soft inside.“
“I’m born and raised in Chicago and this was my first time at this place. Their beefs are good quite smaller than what I’ll get in the neighborhood restaurants but they’re good. Served with no cheese but you won’t miss it. I’ve went to this place 4/5 times since I found out about it. You won’t be “
“It's a Chicago Westside classic!? Ordering and receiving your food takes literally minutes! And they have plenty of parking! This is very good because the restaurant is situated at a very busy intersection of Grand and Pulaski. My only other slight gripe is that sometimes they tend to over salt the fries a bit, which isn't good if you're trying to lower your cholesterol intake, but it's a seldom issue. Overall, this place is a must try if you're traveling through the West Humboldt Park area and seeking good, cheap eats! Enjoy!“
“Just had a big baby double cheese burger, large dr. pepper, onion rings and sport peppers on side. the location wasn't busy and enjoyed the speedy service. they do take credit/debit cards for a 25 cents processing fee. Definitely recommend it.“
“Best Italian beef in the city. I come here because I was told they don’t dip the sausage in the Italian beef juice which is great because I want to enjoy an Italian beef without worrying about consuming pig juice.Quick friendly service, definitely worth trying if you are in the area.“
“This place was awesome! The folks running the place were great! They took the time to help make recommendations and talk with us, which we super appreciated. The Chicago dogs were fantastic and the fries were tasty! Definitely recommend! Can't wait to come back and try more of the menu!“
“I first found out about Fat Johnnie’s from Anthony Bourdain’s No Reservations. It’s a shack on the side of the road that serves the best hot dogs you’ve ever had in your life. You won’t regret making the trip. It’s phenomenal as are the people running it. The tamale’s are great too.“
“I've tried many fancy, trendy, and much more expensive burgers but I still prefer the big baby cheeseburger (with small fries of course). It came out piping hot (drools). While it is two patties, the burger itself is not huge (which I consider to be a good thing) and the portion is very reasonable. Just a well-balanced, well-built, good-quality burger that's buttery in all the right places. 10/10 every time. Delicious!“
“Cash only! Went with the double cheeseburger and fries as well as the hot dog. The burger was two smash patties with American cheese. The patties were crispy with the edges being even crispier. The lettuce, tomato, onion, and sauce were all typical. The fries reminded me of five guys just not as tasty. They also got cold quickly which didn't help. Finally, the hot dog was a regular boiled dog that was slightly sweet. Definitely a contrast to the burger. Even though it's cash only, you only need $8 for a double cheeseburger. Combing the price and taste, well worth a visit.“
“Went to Lulu's with family I had two Polish sausage meals they were cooked hot and fresh My other family member had a gyro sandwich that was delicious well proportioned.I look forward to coming back for a nice down-to-earth place if you have time ,I suggest you please stop by You won't regret it.“
“I am a very huge fan of smaller scale restaurants that can be found hiding in the city. Family-owned businesses are typically the ones that have the best food because they do not necessarily look into mainstreaming menus and recipes. with smaller restaurants, you can typically find amazing price opportunities as well as some unique food that has not been released to the broad market. It almost makes locations like this become a treasure if you come across them. Huge shout-out for Lola's. Amazing dogs, burgers, shakes! give them a try when you get the chance. For me, it was worth every penny!“
“I remember as a young child...eating the Best Hotdog Ever...and it was Dave's...our parents took us there on weekends for special treats....Thank you for the Precious memories and still Best Hotdog Ever...Positive Power Always Precious Friends...Kid-friendliness: Always made us feel welcome as children.“
“Thank you geos!!! I always get the rueben, I'm addicted to it now. I love the garlic butter fries and I usually sneak a few bites of my boyfriends gyro, always so delicious. He got the burger today and it was great!! Your service is always so friendly and I appreciate kindness and care you put into your restaurant!! My dog was so happy with the little treat too!!! Thank you again!“
“Food is amazing nice and fresh, staff is even more amazing!!! Food isn’t super expensive. They have tables to eat, gaming. I will be coming here more often.Parking: Lots of room.Kid-friendliness: Kids have a variety of food to choose from“
“First. Let me just say that ive been coming to that area for years and never knew that thjs place existed.. I went through drive-thru (a bit quirky but doable), received my food (the order was correct), got to my destination (east of Manheim rd) the food was still hot. That hot dog and fries was delicious. Next week, im trying the beef.“
“In the area found myself here and I'm glad I did. Ordered a double cheeseburger ? this was made perfectly. I mean like a real homemade burger with grilled onion, cheese, and two well-seasoned burger patties. 9.3. The burger came out hot n fresh plus the cheese melted making this a messy, gooey, rich burger. It's cash-only here thou, but for me, this place is a gem probably in my top 10 for burgers in the city.“
“I LOVE this place.My family and I have been eating here for years, and still counting. I love that when I call, the lady answering knows everyone's order before I tell her what it is. That is some great customer service.They care about you and your food. 10 out of 10 recommend.“
“I'm a little embarrassed to admit I was born in Chicago (and lived here the past 10 years) and have never tried a Maxwell style polish.So after leaving a movie at the nearby Regal, I decided to stop in here to finally experience one.And boy was I NOT disappointed.I feel incredibly luck to have a place like this that is open relatively late on the north side.The service was great, the prices very reasonable, and the music, cleanliness and vibes immaculate.And the polish piled high with grilled onions and mustard plus a few peppers and a can of orange pop... just perfection.I'd like to try some of the other items on the menu (bone in pork chop sandwich!?!)... but it will be hard to not order just the polish and fries (which are included with the sausage!)“
“This is my go to spot right off the highway when I forget to make food or don't have enough time to make food for lunch.I usually go for the 2 hot dog special, Chicago style. I have never been disappointed with the food, and they're probably some of the better hot dogs around.The guys working behind the counter are friendly and welcoming.If I'm running late I will call the order in, and it's always ready waiting for me when I get there.Overall it's a good place to go to, and I will continue to go there in the future when I don't have time to make food.“
“Horrid! As a native Chicagoan I never expected to be disappointed by a neighbourhood hot dog stand. Yesterday, for the first time I went to Jr’s Red Hots. For starters they messed up the order of two hotdogs with fries. Instead we received two overcooked polish sausage with greasy fries. I couldn’t consume more than two bites of either. It was obvious the grill and oil from deep fryer aren’t routinely cleaned. Failed on a grand scale!!!! Never going back to Jr’s.“
“My go to place for Hot Dogs in the area. For the price and quality this hits the spot. I have tried the beef which is very good and the burgers are pretty good but I always seem to fall back on the Hot Dogs. Service is great and the customers seem to be regulars there (older crowd) since this place has been around for a while.“
“This place is the LOCAL HOT SPOT! With a menu that includes some great comfort food like burgers, fries, gyros, greek chicken, italian beef sandwiches, chicago dogs and more...there is something tasty for everyone! The food comes out hot & delicious! The service is great. They are so friendly and welcoming to their customers. If you want food done right, THIS IS the place to come. The Greek chicken was so tasty and filled with flavor. The burgers are tall with all the fixings. I was deeply impressed with the food at this hidden gem on 127th Street.“
“5 star food. The fries are delicious, the burgers are huge. I haven't tried much else but the few things I tried off the menu have all been stellar. The menu is just huge, full of Chicago favorites. This little mom n pop can roll with the best of them. If you're looking for good food and not worried about glare, this is the place. I guess it's like they say, the more dangerous the neighborhood the better the food.“
“Ok, I love this place so much. I came all the way from Denver to eat their delicious food. I got the two for $7.99 hot dog w/ fries special, the hot Italian beef sandwich and I got a Polish dog deep-fried. HOTT DAMN everything was so damn tasty. From the fries to giardiniera that fell off my Italian sandwich. The service was great, more like fun cuz they all you 2 or 3 times what you got so they can make sure they get it right. And it is cheap to eat there. It was less than $25 for all that deliciousness! Mickey's, you have my heart, thank you! I will be back.“
“This was the most phenomenal Chicago hot dog I've ever had in my 63 years. Just outstanding! The flavor, texture and taste of the all-beef and accompanying fries was simply delicious - a real bargain for the cost, too. A family-run business that could not have been more welcoming. I look forward to my return!“
“Wow Scoobys has got to be one of the greatest hot dog places in my area. Every time I walk in there I get the aroma of French fries in the air. I never know what to order but I usually get a beef and cheese. But their Chicago hot dogs are delicious too. Wash it down with a green river and you might not want to eat again for days.“
“It's a great ,greasy, hotdog joint. It was as expected. Nice clean and quick. I love the people who left a bad review because there were no tomatoes on the hot dog . Get over it that's how THEY make them there it's a hot dog it is what it is. I never had a bad hot dog ?.“
“They make you feel welcome as soon as you walk in the restaurant looks really clean and the food is delicious and fresh. It was my first visit and I was impressed. I had their pozole. and also had a torta de carne asada I highly recommend this place.“
“I’m obsessed with their grilled chicken salad. It’s made right there on the spot and has the best, juiciest chicken. The service is always super friendly, and it’s a happy, fun décor. My kids have loved going here since they were little and we always swing by when we are in the area.Kid-friendliness: Great food and shakes“
“Yum yum and more yum! This is a Clarendon Hills staple that never gets old. It's perfect for a family ice cream outing, date nights, and even private events. Every time I enter the store I am greeting by warm staff members who are eager to serve. Don't miss out on this wonderful ice cream experience!“
“Watch out Portillos this place can beat your hotdogs !! So good. The fries are yummy as well. I do love how the hotdogs and fries come together. Inside was ok. Cutish ambiance. . The service was nice. I did tell the lady that it was our first time hete. we didn't know they had specials so she could've saved us some money by telling us about them instead of ordering everything individually. We will be back to try other food.“
“I come to this portillos every weekend and the food is consistently amazing! Always hot and fresh! But the real reason I'm reviewing is because the staff is so nice and amazing! Special thanks to Lalo in the drive through for always being so kind and cheerful!!!“
“Not familiar with many places around here but I found this little spot and I’m obsessed. Food is fantastic. While waiting for food, I was talking to one of the workers and it was just a great atmosphere. You can tell they take pride in what they do and I love that about food places. Love these people and will definitely be back very soon.“
“Wow! Very pleasantly surprised by everything! The burger meat tasted so good. Toppings & bun didn’t take away from it. Fries were simple, resemble the look/size of McD’s, but a good amount for the cost! Merkts cheese cup seemed small, but actually was the perfect size for the fries & I’m a cheese lover!! Will definitely suggest to others! The price is right!!“
“I come often with my daughter. The guys that work there are very friendly, and professional. Food is ways piping hot. The fat fries are delicious. The gyro meat and pita are always fresh and they load the meat. The chili dog is delicious, the bacon cheeseburger is delicious and charbroiled. Large crispy onion rings. Pop is always fresh.“
“Nothing special about the dining area, but dining room is clean and the food is solid. I had the Double Cheeseburger Special which includes Fries and a medium Drink. Quality ingredients, burgers cooked perfectly, fresh shredded lettuce, tomato slices, dill pickle and mustard. Add your own ketchup or whatever. It's the little extra touches which can make a burger special. Donald's toasts the bun! Fries were perfect, crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, and perfectly salted. My wife had the Gyros Special, and she loved the extra onions and the generous sauce. The meat is tasty, and the pita is toasted. Solid gyros! I'm eating in the restaurant on a frigid evening and while the dining room is not full, there is a steady stream of customers coming through. The young lady taking our order is friendly, courteous, attentive and unlike 90% of young people who work in food service! Donald's is a winner!“
“I was in town from Cincinnati for the holidays and we wanted to make sure we tried Chicago's infamous Italian Beef. It was SO good that we went back a second time and got some to bring home. I also tried the hot dogs! They were equally amazing. Everything was hot and fresh! I will make sure I go back next time I'm in the Windy City. �“
“This underrated local is overseen on it's highspeed location and low-key appearance. Often visited by truckers and locals that know it's consistency every time they order, this small establishment keeps you coming for well known Chicago favorites (i.e. the big baby, hotdogs and Italian beefs) and new ones like the gyro plate.Parking: Lot located behind, as well as front and side street parking“
“If you’re looking for fast food in this area, this is the place. I love the fries, gyros, burgers, ect.. i’ve been coming to this place for years. I enjoy visiting here every time I come. Paul & George do an excellent job running this place.“
“This place is a neighborhood staple and it is still serving up fast food the way it should be - fast. The service is polite and professional and everyone who works there is efficient. I personally love shoestring fries (just like McDonald's) but these are less salty and less greasy-win/win! I've also had their chicken bread sandwich which is delicious and huge - I personally ate half for lunch and saved the rest for dinner. Easy parking right behind the restaurant is also a big plus.“
“I love this neighborhood mom and pop shop - you get such affordable food of many variety. I especially love their asian foods, like the spicy chicken rice and bibimbap. The breakfast is also solid, like the croissant sandos! To top it all off, the workers are all incredibly sweet, so its no surprise I always run into regulars.“
“From the clerks up front to the cooks in the kitchen, excellent food & service. Generous portions and I need pass up the ice cream treats! Clean, fast, friendly & deliciousVegetarian options: I loved their Greek salad.Kid-friendliness: The food must be too good for the kids, in the place, to act out. There's always a family or two in the place and they're good.“
“Never disappointed in the best of all Chicago best beef sandwich I've ever had I've had several things to eat in my life. Wish I could franchise a business like this in the south they don't know what they're missing great service great menu 5 stars“
“Classic Chicago hot dog stand with all of the standards I'd expect of such a place. Everything is char grilled, so don't go expecting steamed red hots.The location itself has limited seating inside. But there is a large patio outside, weather permitting.Absolute must try for any chicago hot dog lover.“
“While not my usual selection, I ordered the Italian beef dry with juice on the side. I was pleasantly surprised by the quality of the sandwich and the generous amount of beef packed into it. The side of juice was fine for someone like me who doesn't was a soaked beef. With the side of fries and drink it is a sandwich meal that satisfies. The employees are courteous and efficient.“
“Excellent Italian beef & fries VERY fair price !Got in lot with bobtail truck, ( no T/T maybe quick pull over on shoulder ? ) I'd stop again no problem, perfect timing for me ? very clean & very friendly great menu ,thank Nino'“
“Overall a great staple to eat some comfort Chicago hot dogs or good quality Mediterranean dishes. Their Chicago dogs are everything you'd except with loaded toppings. The portions are generous and the pricing is great! Food can sometimes be a little greasy here and there, but nothing that you wouldn't expect. The food is relatively fresh and quickly prepared. Highly recommend visiting this local establishment.“
“Simple fast food, takeway place (no tables). Very freindly people, quick service. The food is plentiful, and good, though not great. What I mean is I have been to similar places with similar menus and others had better food. Very affordable and very plentify are their strengths.“