Still the Greatest hotdog on the planet after eating here for 45+ years and my parents eating years…read moreand years before me everything is still the same ambience inside of the restaurant. It's standing room only to eat your hotdog. The line is always out the door, 15 minute wait for the greatest hotdog known to man. The food taste exactly the same as it did 45 years ago the service is faster than ever the inside has never changed since I was a little kid after many nights of being at the thirsty whale which was adjacent behind Gene and Jude's is where all the rockers hung out and the greatest bands of Chicago came through ..their we would eat hotdogs at two and three in the morning. My children are now full teenagers, and got to experience the Gene and Jude hotdog and we're delighted beyond belief now living outside of Chicago coming into town to have the greatest hot dog and still be exactly the same. The fries are exactly the same ,the inside exactly the same, with a few more awards. This is 100% the best Chicago, hot dog and greatest hotdog on the planet. You must visit this place just to experience the years and years and years of excellence. Enjoy!!... May it bless your life as it has mine. God bless Gene and Jude's team. Keep the tradition and hots going. PS don't forget to get your Gene and Jude's merch. It is now available. Cheers

Obviously we had to come to Gene's & Jude's…read more Long before we planned our Chicago trip, I can remember seeing a feature about the place on TV. It was a no-brainer. The place is kind of out of the way, but hey, we had a car and some free time, so why not? I, of course, got the Hot Dog w/ Fries ("mustard, relish, onion, sport peppers") and yep it's a superior dog. I'm not sure if the copious fries really added anything to it, but the snap of the wiener and the tasty condiments added up to an extremely enjoyable experience. I can see why Gene's & Jude's is so highly regarded. It's a cool place (and super affordable, too).

We stopped by Johnnie's Beef and tried both the Italian Beef and the Italian Sausage. The Italian…read moreBeef was outstanding. We ordered it dipped, and the beef was tender, flavorful, and packed with rich gravy without becoming soggy. It lived up to the reputation that so many Chicago locals talk about. The Italian Sausage was also excellent, with great flavor and a nice balance of seasoning. Both sandwiches tasted fresh and authentic. The service was fast, the atmosphere was classic Chicago, and it was easy to see why this place has such a loyal following. If you're looking for a true Chicago Italian beef experience, Johnnie's is absolutely worth the trip.

Idk why it took me so long to visit this Chicago classic. I've never been a huge fan of Italian…read morebeefs or maybe I just wasn't trying the right places. This place changed my husband and I's opinion. Lines can get long. We waited maybe like 15-20 min but the food is ready pretty quickly once you place your order. This place is cash only! The Italian beef had the right amount of juice for me. I was scared to get it dipped cause I don't like my food soggy but honestly this was perfect. The hot peppers give it a great kick! Fries were crispy and delish. The Italian ice was so dang good I wish I ordered a large. Simple yet so good. It's got bits of lemon slices mixed in.

Greetings my Foodzies, recently we tried out a restaurant called Pops Place at 8418 w Grand Ave…read more River Grove. It a small spot tucked away I a little strip mall at Grand Ave and Thatcher. There's a table and window seats for fine in, the young man who took our order was very friendly and polite. We ordered a steak sandwich with fries and a combo (beef and sausage) the steak sandwich was decent size it just needed a more seasoning, the fries were crinkle cut frozen fries (we prefer fresh cut) and needed to be a crispier. The combo was tasty and good size. I give this restaurant 4 stars nice little spot. Try it out and let me know what you think. Ciao, Ciao for now.

Down-to-earth, humble spot for some Chicago fast food!…read more They have gyros, hot dogs, burgers, shish-kabob, Italian beef, fries, onion rings, and more. When I was here I got the #8 Greek chicken which was nicely seasoned broiled chicken, garlic bread, and rice. It came piping hot and fresh and served with a drink. I loved it! Their fries and onion rings were delicious, too. Pop's totally reminds me of a true Chicagoan spot for some grub - you'll see locals coming in and out while talking with the staff (because they're regulars) about the Bears, work, or construction nearby on I-90 (very Chicagoan). I loved the lowkey and charming feel here. Their pricing is affordable with most combos (including fries and a drink) being under $11. It's better to eat individually or with 1 person if you want to dine-in since they don't have tables inside, just a built-in tabletop against the walls so you're facing the window/wall when you eat. I recommend taking your food to-go. The 2 men at the counter helping me were personable and approachable. Located in a tiny stip mall off the busy street, this place is a small spot with convenient parking right out in front. Pop's is one humble fast-food place that serves up fresh menu items and Chicago classics. I'd recommend it!

Came to Dave's Hot Chicken and had a pretty mixed experience. The customer service was honestly top…read morenotch staff was super friendly, attentive, and made the whole visit feel welcoming. The facility itself was also really clean and well-maintained, which I always appreciate. That said... the food just didn't hit the way I expected. Everything was very salty, to the point where it kind of overpowered the flavor. I was excited to try it, but it ended up being a bit too much for my taste. Overall, great service and vibes, but I'd probably ask for lighter seasoning next time

Very catchy design and presentation. Extra stars for a very original design chicken spot. The…read moreseasoning of this chicken tender slider , put into a sandwich is a nice spice mix. More of an Indian Curry Heat, nice balance I thought "Medium". I like a little heat ;not too much. Pickles and sauce make a difference and it all Comes together on the bun. Lettuce also. Curry season krinkle fries. Delicious Meal. $12-price point. Awesome design. Well done on the service & packaging also. Friendly & helpful service. I'd do think they need to get a Sun Block Blind for the outside window; as it was pretty warm inside with direct sun hitting. The location is not easy to find. So- look for the Melrose Park Large Water Tank on North Ave, and the Burlington Railroad Line runs above the Street there. It's on the EAST side ; Sign Says Advanced Auto, Sabrina's & Insomnia Cookies.

Stopped in for lunch and was glad I did! They have a wide variety of things on the menu; I opted…read morefor a gyro and fries, which was a great choice. They have plenty of seating and a parking lot making this an easy spot to pick up or dine in at.

Super friendly fast food joint that offers all the classics that you would find at a typical spot,…read morehowever, what makes this place unique is the extensive items they carry, melts and club sandwiches that are not typical for this kind of quick place. Very reasonably priced and really decent portion sizes. Great meal deals and the platter comes with a choice of soup or salad so definitely makes sense to go with that option. Ended with a classic twist cone, can't go wrong! Clean, and spacious!

Charley's is the place to go if you love good food and enjoy cheesesteaks!!!! And, you do not have…read moreto wait long for your food!! The overall customer service is outstanding. Gungen, the manager and his staff are all very polite and efficient. And, the restaurant is very clean. Therefore, I highly recommend this Charley's for your dining and/or carryout experience.

Had a coupon for BOGO on chicken sandwiches. The sandwiches were subpar even if one was free…read more The fries... possibly the best I have ever had. Excellent cheese sauce. Very impressive. I'll try the beef next time and of course more fries. The chicken???... never again

Great old school chicago beef. Friendly staff, always has the game on TV. Definitely better than…read moreportillios. French fries are also super crispy.

I finally made it out to Jay's after hearing so much word of mouth about it. They have a small…read moreparking lot behind the restaurant. There may be street parking but make sure you read the signs. The restaurant is not big, I would say it's on the cozy side. You order and pick up your food at the counter. I ordered an Italian beef with sweet peppers and cheddar cheese and Italian sausage with hot peppers and provolone. Service was decent, it was fast. Pricing seemed typical. It was like $12 for the Italian beef with peppers and cheese by itself. This is a solid Italian beef place if you're near Rosemont. -Italian beef 4 - I ordered it dipped. I appreciate the generous amount of meat in here. I took off a star because it gets a little dry in the middle. I guess I should have asked for a cup of sauce to dip it in. -Italian sausage 5 - the hot peppers are not really hot, they're mild. You get some jalapeños and celery. The sausage was pretty good, very savory.

Old- school old- time joint. Great pizza puffs, salad and…read morepizza. Been there 1,000 years. Never changes. That's a good thing.

If you're craving a true Chicago staple, Luke's on Harlem delivers! Their Breaded Steak Sandwich is…read moreunbelievable--crispy, juicy, and packed with bold Italian flavors. It's the kind of sandwich you can't stop thinking about after you leave.

I am a meat eater however I do eat Vegetarian meals twice per week…read more I placed my order to go and felt welcome the second I stepped into restaurant! Staff was super nice. Private parking lot with plenty of spots. Easy access into the restaurant. I opened the container and immediately smiled. The smell of the dishes were amazing! Falafel bites were the star of the show. The place is not close to home, however I'd travel to get another dish. Cheers!~

Really liked this spot for dinner. Dining room was sparse, food was delicious and service top…read morenotch! Plenty of parking outside. Can't wait to go back. I had the felafel po-boy and my friend and I split the vegan Mac& cheese. It was very filling.

This is an absolute 5 star place for me. I have been here probably 20-30 times before, yet have not…read morereviewed it. Maybe because it already receives so much positive attention, it hardly needs my two cents. But after this latest visit, I decided to "pile on" with my love for this place. First, I must alert you to pay attention to their hours, because they are closed Sunday, Monday, and Tuesday. I kicked myself at least once, when I made the 40 minutes drive from home, just to find that I forgot that they were closed that day. This store is a double threat - offering a great take home Italian deli with a plethora of fresh and frozen items for you to prepare at home. This is also a great spot for lunch, with legendary sub sandwiches, and an array of hot dishes to choose from. I often do both. On this visit, from the deli, I picked up some of their marvelous, thinly sliced breaded eggplant, which I always get when I'm there. I bring some to my ex-wife and daughter who love it as well. Just give it a quick cook in the oven, and it's delicious. I also got some of their marvelous breaded potato salad, which is old-fashioned homemade style. From the hot bar, I got a couple of Italian sausage and some meatballs. I buy these ready to eat, but take them home to use for dinners later. That way I don't have to cook them. Obviously, they offer both meatballs and Italian sausage in fresh or frozen as well, which I get when I'm preparing my mom's spaghetti recipe. This time, I decided to try a quart of their frozen Nottoli homemade marinara, which I hadn't tried before. So delicious! I had pasta and spaghetti with sausage that night, and pasta and meatballs the next. On my various trips here, besides the Italian sausage that they are famous for, as well as the meatballs, I like their olives and other salad items, the sandwiches, brocciole, and many other hot Italian dishes for lunch. The rigatoni w/vodka sauce is a killer. Finally, the people have always been wonderful , which is very important to me. Despite being busy, it is well organized and you're in and out of there in no time (or you can sit at the table inside if you want to eat in). The prices are extremely reasonable, and I'm always pleased about the value I get for such a good price. I apologize for no pictures on this review. I always just seem to be focused on my own mouth watering choices, as opposed to a Yelp review when I come here.

Always the best subs, rotini, sausage, .. everything is very very good. Neighborhood classicread more