Dockside Dogs

My first time having a Chicago style cheesesteak hoagie and I was very impressed! I've had Chicago…read morestyle hotdogs before (once went on a hunt for "the best") and cheesesteaks, but I've never had the 2 together. My hoagie was full of delicious and perfectly cooked steak, full of seasonings, oil and mayo making it slightly wet like I like (I love my sandwiches saucy). The bread was tender yet sturdy enough to hold all the wet goodness, and to my surprise, the onions weren't overpowering. I was tempted to save half of my sandwich for later that day, but it was so good I ate it all in one setting. Unfortunately my waffle fries were non-edible. They were all fried way too hard and crunchy like rocks which was disappointing. The service was quick and extremely friendly! Since they were out of curly fries they gave me a few extra waffle fries (just wished they weren't cooked extra hard!) and I was offered an iced water cup for the road on a 92 degree day!!! I'll definitely be back next time I'm in the area and maybe even give the fries another try!

For what it looks like inside & out, the sandwiches will surprise you. I got the Chicago steak with…read morecheese & hot sauce, very delicious! The guy working the counter was nice & helpful. Just under $10 nowadays isn't bad. I'd definitely stop back in to try the sandwich I had or something else.

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Max's Dawg House

4.2(75 reviews)

9.4 mi

I love their sandwiches and specials ! The people are so…read morenice and accomodating! I love their sandwiches grilled salami when they have it! I was able to get the bottled water instead of the fountain drink ! There are stools inside and tables but it was nice out so I sat outside ! The food is made to order! Yum can't wait

Max's Dawg House is hands down one of the best spots around for classic Chicago-style eats. I've…read moretried everything on the menu--and I truly mean everything--and every single item has been delicious. You can tell they care about quality and flavor in every bite. Most recently, I had the Chicago Dawg, and it was perfect. The snap of the Vienna beef hot dog, the fresh poppy seed bun, and all the traditional toppings (yes, even the neon green relish!) hit all the right notes. It's exactly what a Chicago Dawg should be--no shortcuts, just authentic, satisfying flavor. Whether you're craving a burger, Italian beef, or one of their specialty dawgs, you really can't go wrong here. Fast service, friendly staff, and consistently great food. Max's has easily become a go-to spot for me.

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Pizza Puff

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Old Chicago Red Hots

4.7(42 reviews)

12.4 mi

We stopped here after reading the other reviews and we were not disappointed…read more Very friendly host working greeted us like old friends. The food was exactly what you want from Chicago food. Restaurant is relatively clean. We would definitely come back!

Super friendly, great food. I like to sample their hot sauce selection in the beverage fridge…read more Great Chicago style dogs and Gyros

Original cheese steak

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Original cheese steak and fries.

Big Norm's

3.2(68 reviews)

3.3 mi

I love Big Norm's! A…read moreneighborhood favorite in the Gurnee/Waukegan area. My favorite items here are the burgers and fries! I order the bacon cheeseburger because it's LOADED with juicy flavor. I love the toasty & delicious brioche bun, with lots of cheese and you can customize it to your liking. I order the Bacon Cheeseburger, with mustard, grilled (sweet) onions & pickles; then finish with fries and a drink. They use krinkle-cut fries so you'll love them Try their hot dogs too! I hear they're amazing.

We were excited about Big Norms. We moved to Waukegan and like hot dog joints. Here's our…read moreexperience: 1) Adequate hamburger. Nothing special. 2) Gamey italian sausage with "lumpy" texture. Ordered sweet and hot. The sweet peppers were microscopic. Bun-no texture--supermarket quality. This is a signature thing in Chicago but not here--mushy. 3) Wanted onion straws per their website. Not available. 4) Cashier was miserable--no small, nor personality. Over charged me! Told me it's automatic! I have no problem tipping when a waitress comes to my table. I'm obviously handicapped and I had to walk up to the counter, place the order, and then when the order is ready, I had to somehow out, juggle it to bring it back to my table. NO TRAYS! 35 bucks for two sandwiches some onion rings and a couple of soft drinks. Never again. There's better in town. I see no reason to return.

Daily specials

Grilled Chicken Breast Salad

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CYOC

4.2(213 reviews)

3.7 mi

ATTENTION: due to an equipment failure they are serving out of the bar two doors down (there are…read moresigns on their doors to point you there). With that being said, per the bartender there, they will not have cheesecake until they are back in their original building (time unknown). I think the rest of their menu is still available but I'd say call or order on doordash before making the trip.

You ever had a place hyped up to where you went and just was like...meh???? Well, this ain't that…read moreplace. A friend recommended this place and when I say the food didn't disappoint. The young lady at the register was very helpful bring it was my first time. It just overall was a great experience and I'll definitely be back soon.

Cheesesteak... YUM!

Cheesecake Banana Split Sundae... this thing is dangerous, but DELICIOUS!

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Dining room from our booth

Las Delicias Restaurant

4.0(5 reviews)

2.8 mi

Excelente lugar, desde el sabor de la comida hasta la presentación, la atención del staff y el…read moreambiente del restaurante. Lo hemos visitado ya 2 veces y queremos volver pronto. La comida es exquisita, con buen sabor, frescura de ingredientes y con buenas porciones. Las muchachas que trabajan ahí son superatentas y se toman el tiempo para responder cualquier pregunta sobre el menú, hacen acomodos según las necesidades de los clientes. Sus aguas frescas son riquísimas; me gusta mucho la de passion fruit. El ambiente es casual y tranquilo. El parking es cómodo y el restaurante está bien localizado. Lo recomiendo.

Food poorly prepared: way overfried chicken, cold rice, gummy Pupusas…read more Kitchen very slow even though we were one of 3 tables and the others were already served. Chips and salsa good

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Ba Da Bing Beef Company

4.0(127 reviews)

9.0 mi

The food is quite good and fresh. The Italian beef is actually made on site every day, not at all…read moresalty, no preservatives. Really fresh, and tender, and nice quality meat. We had a very nice side salad as well. Uniquely enough, they have their own hydroponic salad Garden indoors. The restaurant is very clean, the staff was very professional and friendly. There's plenty of parking. Prices are normal.

This has been on my radar. Fantastic. If you want an amazing combo try this place…read more Clean fast and fantastic. Unfortunately they are here till the end of October. 2022 There menu is awesome. I'll be back for sure. Best beef n sausage combo . All homemade . They gave homemade Giardiniera. three different levels

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Luke's of Lake Bluff

4.3(108 reviews)

6.1 mi

OMG I just ordered a 1/3 lb Mushroom and swiss burger with lettuce tomato onion and avocado! Can I…read morejust say the beef is simply AMAZING and the BURGER IS SO FRESH! Thanks Lukes in Lake Bluff money well spent! Lisa G

AMAZING food and service and super affordable!!! The ambiance was nice, nothing fancy but…read morecomfortable and relaxed. We were in town for my son's Navy graduation and were determined to find a place that serves Chicago style hotdogs and boy were we thankful to have found Luke's!!! We normally don't eat hotdogs but we had to try it to see what all they hype is about these famous hot dogs. Luke's has totally given me a new outlook on hotdogs! If you want a FANTASTIC experience, you need to pay a visit to Luke's!!!! I highly recommend this place. If I ever end up in that area again. I will definitely be back!!

Interior

Fresh crispy fries and Luke's burger.

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Leo’s Chicago Grill

3.9(44 reviews)

8.2 mi

The food hit the spot a beautiful Chicago Dog, local business with outstanding service. We love…read moresupporting Small Business. Lets Eat!

Ordered take out Extra Meat Gyro Plate. Picked it up and only the Gyro was in the bag. Explained I…read moreordered the Extra Gyro plate. He made the fries that come with the meal and threw them in a separate bag with coleslaw. Took it home and there no extra gyro meat on the gyro and it was ordered for 2. I previously walked into this location requesting a Gyro plate and he explained they do not have such an item on the menu. This guy just refused to provide gyro plates when they are clearly on the menu. Besides all that, the food was tasteless and Cleary old. The tzatziki sauce was tasteless. Almost $19.00 in the garbage. I should have went to Sammies in Grayslake. They are always spot on. Will never go again

Extra Meat Gyro Extra Meat Gyro 4. Burger Combo Meal

Steak tacos (sans cilantro), fries

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Fried mushrooms, small, $4.50 on their site $(5.85 Grubhub). $.84 per mushroom, wildly overpriced.

5 Points Restaurant

3.7(81 reviews)

3.8 mi

Great quality fast delivery excellent restaurant. Pretty…read moregood price ,......................

First time here and they have an extensive menu. Lots of choices of hot dogs, hamburgers, salads,…read moreItalian beef and sausage and ice cream. We ordered a double cheeseburger meal ($11.99) with perfectly prepared Krinkle cut fries and a Gyro meal ($12.49) with those same perfect Krinkle cut fries. These meals came with drinks and we ordered mozzarella sticks as an added side (4.99). The cheeseburger is pretty ok and the gyro was really tasty. Service is friendly and quick. The dining room is not big but has a combination of tables, booths and counter seating and there is also outdoor seating. The restaurant appears to be clean and in good repair. I want to return to try some of the other menu items.

Cheese burger

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Tony B.

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8

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2 years ago

i've always loved this place, but it's getting toooo expensive!!!! and why is there a minimum word limit??? what is thaaat about ???? 4 sta i've always loved this place, but it's getting toooo expensive!!!! and why is there a minimum word limit??? what is thaaat about ???? 4 sta read more

Deb B.

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11 years ago

I went there over the weekend. The owner of dockside dogs is the rudest person I have ever encountered. I don't know who he thinks he is to treat people with the disrespect that he does, but do not give him your business. read more

Keith M.

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5

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7 years ago

You harrassed a patron in a wheelchair? What kind of low life does this? I hope you find it within your conscience to apologize to this man. Mean while, social media will warn others of your bad behavior. read more

Jonathan R.

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2

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10 years ago

Too expensive. And my beef was cold, man!

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AMAZING food and service and super affordable!!! The ambiance was nice, nothing fancy but…read morecomfortable and relaxed. We were in town for my son's Navy graduation and were determined to find a place that serves Chicago style hotdogs and boy were we thankful to have found Luke's!!! We normally don't eat hotdogs but we had to try it to see what all they hype is about these famous hot dogs. Luke's has totally given me a new outlook on hotdogs! If you want a FANTASTIC experience, you need to pay a visit to Luke's!!!! I highly recommend this place. If I ever end up in that area again. I will definitely be back!!

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I ordered an extra juicy beef sandwich. It was completely dry and cold and had no flavor. Ordered…read morecheese sticks and those were cold as well.

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Yes 5 star! Service is excellent the lady from the counter…read moreis very kind. Place is clean. Ambiance is good. They do have a slot machine. I had the Italian combo- it's a wow!!!!! with the dipping sauce, delicious. Highly recommended to visit. Pic's below is provided.

It had been awhile since my last visit. Not their fault but mine, my travel schedule changed…read more Since my last visit they had a fire and were closed for several months. My dogs in this visit were just fair as they were luke warm and got lost in the bun which was also just fair. I used to look forward to stopping in for a hotdog but today's trip, didn't leave me with that feeling of wanting to to return for a hotdog special. Fries were ok as was the fountain drink, but the dogs were fair at best.

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Great service! The owner was very kind to us from out of town. If I lived here I think I would be…read more10 pounds heavier. The stuff really is that good. I would suggest splitting one of the fries on a date!

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