Firehouse Grill

We came here around 9pm since it opens late until 1am. The restaurant was still busy with so many…read morecustomers that late. I ordered the food via the tablet and waited in the pick up area for about 15 minutes to pick up our food. There are many tables available inside and upstairs. The cute decorations brought back 90's feeling with neon lights. - Italian beef: they were generous with the beef slices! The flavor was good but it was monotone (just beefy taste). The bread was good and soggy from the juice. For the price, it was worth it because there were lots of beef. - Chicago hot dog: it was good but nothing special. The sausage was good and the bread was soft. The dill pickle, tomato, and peppers tasted fresh and gave a crunch and acidity to the hot dog. - French fries: okay but it wasn't crispy.

The classic Chicago style hot with everything on it is a five. The fries are also strong. What…read morebrings down the review a star is the chocolate cake shake is a little bit too sweet. Location is packed. A lot of cool art to view.. Service is fast....

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Devil Dawgs-Gold Coast

4.4(310 reviews)

7.5 mi•Near North Side

Locally owned & operated

Outdoor seating

Small entry way but you don't need much to order food. They have seating outside as well if you're…read moreinterested. You have the option of placing an order at the kiosk or with an employee. Being a newbie I wasn't sure where to start as the menu is a lot to take in. I settled on: Double backyard burger no cheese or tomato - 7/10 - I like my doubles a little thinner, not a slight to them just what I was expecting. I could've definitely did one burger and been satisfied. Burger was seasoned decent and the pickles were really good. Icelandic dog (no honey mustard, added relish). -10/10 - I loved everything about this dog. The bite, the spice, the toppings.

Never had a Chicago style hot dog before and that was something on my Chicago bucket list during my…read morerecent trip. No idea how this compares to other places in the city but the one I got here was everything I hoped for and more. Top tier hot dog. Even if the bun was split in two and the whole thing was falling apart. My son got a cheese slider and we each got a drink and shared a small bag of fries. All together the total came to $26.05. It was incredibly crowded; it was hard to squeeze into the shop to order. But once we did, the food came out relatively quickly and we were lucky to get a table outside in the shade where it was quite pleasant. Just a block off of Michigan Avenue so easy to get to. Would definitely return the next time I'm in town and would recommend to others.

7.0 mi•River North, Near North Side

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Al's Beef

4.3(482 reviews)

First time in Chicago and have been wanting to try an Italian dipped beef sandwich. To my surprise,…read moreI consider this one of the best meals I've had thus far on my trip. Went on a rainy Saturday afternoon with the queue out the door but was moving at a good pace. Staff was friendly and food came out very quickly, a key trait of a well ran establishment. I got the regular beef sandwich with sweet and spicy peppers, and a side of fries. I love that the sandwich was soggy but held itself together, and the flavor was amazing in itself as well. Definitely coming back here when I find myself back in Chicago!

We finally made it to Al's Beef. The beef was really good. I like mine dipped and it held up pretty…read morewell. I also had an order of fries which were very good. If you are in the area, it is definitely worth doing by here.

6.2 mi•University Village

March 5, 2024

Keto style double with bacon

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Jim's Original

4.2(797 reviews)

A LOCAL CLASSIC! I…read moreloved this spot so much I ended up coming back twice. It has that classic late night comfort food vibe and feels like one of those staple spots you have to try at least once. First night I ordered a polish hot dog with everything on it and a fish sandwich w/ extra grilled onions. Super cool that your order comes with fries and I added a cheese cup both times. In my opinion the fries were mid the first go around, but second time they were better. Definitely tasted better dipped in cheese. They were kinda airy in texture, if that makes sense. Polish hot dog was around a 6.5-7/10 for me. It did taste better warmed up the next day. What I was most obsessed with was the double cheeseburger and fish sandwich! both were easily a 10/10. Super good prices and worth the money. Also, the chile peppers were sooo bomb and hotter than I expected ! I wanted to eat them all, but they were packing some serious heat! The lemon Italian ice is where it's at, make sure to order one! You can also mix it with strawberry, but both times people recommended the lemon and now I see why. The line gets super active and busy past 10-11pm, but during the daytime it's way less crowded. Even when it gets packed the line moves pretty quick. They stay open late and close at 1am which is nice.

The smell of caramelized onions hits pretty much immediately as you approach the window. No line…read moremidday. We were served quickly and got the polish sausage that comes with fries. Both were nice and hot. Fries were crispy and that first snap into the juicy sausage was worth the trip. No seating, so be prepared to eat in your car and get a bit messy. Also be warned the peppers are legitimately spicy, those serranos had my partner sweating. Glad I tried it, but not something I'd eat all the time, great late night drinking kind of food.

Short line today

Before.... Polish Sausage Sandwich

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Sign from around the corner.

Superdawg Drive-In

4.0(2.1k reviews)

9.1 mi•Norwood Park

Oh, Superdawg...according to Yelp, I've checked in here 17 (!!!!) times, but I'm pretty sure I've…read morebeen here at least 20 times! We live just a mile away from Superdawg and just went here with our 4-year-old son, who calls it "hot dogs on the roof." Whenever I'm hungry for a Chicago dog and delicious fries, I immediately head to Superdawg to satisfy my craving. There is no other place like it, and it's a true Chicago establishment. I like that there are options for where you can eat. You can eat in your car and have the car hop bring you food. You can eat outside at the picnic tables. Or you can order inside and eat in their dining area. I also just found out that they provide catering! Superdawg will always hold a special place in my heart, and I hope that it remains open for generations to come.

Flew into Chicago late, wanted a taste of Chicago but didn't want to head back into the city so…read moredecided to try Superdawg (on our list for a while). It was almost 11pm (they're open until 2am on Fridays.) and there were at least a dozen other vehicles in their drive-in stalls. Ordered their specialties, a Superdawg and Whoopskidawg with Superfries, Chocolate Super Malt and Black Kows. Service was fast and friendly at 11pm on a Friday. We were eating in our rental car in apx 10 min. It was cool to eat outside on a warm July night in a classic, 1950s style drive-in. The food was excellent, flavorful and fresh. I normally avoid krinkle cut fries because they are usually frozen and mushy or mealy. Not Superfries. These fresh cut fries were practically fried mashed potatoes. We loved them! The drinks were perfect. The Black Kows is basically a root beer float and served with an extra root beer "sidecar." Our only complaints were about errors with the garnishes. We specifically said we wanted all the garnishes on both dawgs and they only gave us the standard grilled onions on the Whoopskidawg and forgot the sport peppers on the Superdawg. Otherwise we loved everything. We might go back next week (before we fly home) because I really want to try their Whoopercheesie Burger and maybe a Supersundae. (Menu Descriptions/Prices) Superdawg Not a wiener - not a frankfurter - not a red hot - but our exclusive... Superdawg™. On a poppy seed bun, we tenderly place the loveliest, juiciest creation of pure beef hot dog (no pork, no veal, no cereal, no filler), formally dressed with all the trimmings, escorted by our often imitated, but never equaled, Superfries™. Served with all the trimmings - golden mustard, tangy piccalilli, kosher dill pickle, chopped Spanish onions and a memorable hot pepper. $9.30 Whoopskidawg Our char-broiled version of a Romanian, Hungarian, Polish sausage; basted in our special sauce, and served on a Whoopskiroll™, with grilled onion and a pickle. $12.05 Superfries For extra pleasure an extra measure of Superfries™. $4.35 or $6.95 - Try 'em with cheese! Supermalts and Supershakes A full pint of smooth creamy refreshment so thick we put straws in them only to prove that you can't draw them through. (We will gladly thin them down, if you prefer them that way.) Flavors: double rich chocolate, mellow vanilla, real-fruit strawberry or pineapple. $5.80 - Regular $7.10 - Large Black Kows A beverage--a dessert--a snack. Chunks of ice cream floating in a foamy sea of root beer. You can drink it. You can eat it. You can do both at once. $6.20

Maurie and Flaurie

Cheese burger

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Gene’s & Jude's

4.2(2.7k reviews)

6.1 mi

Always 5 out of 5 stars!…read more Just returned from a trip and it's always a must to stop in for hot dogs for the family! It did not disappoint! Needed to Chicago food!

We have a tradition; Blackhawks hockey and Gene & Jude's. We go downtown to the game and hit Gene…read moreand Jude's on the way home. Every single time we have stopped in, our order has been 100% correct and piping hot. My daughter and I like the single dog and fries with everything - my husband and son like the double dog and fries with everything. This is a grab and go kind of place, unless you don't mind standing at the counter - that's one of my favorite things to do. I can't wait for hockey season to start again, I am missing Gene & Jude's.

The inside of the restaurant

Single Hot dog/with Fries

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The Wieners Circle

3.6(1.2k reviews)

7.7 mi•Lincoln Park

Awesome super cool experience was great food. I was confused at first but I understand nowread more

Must stop in Chicago…read more It is a little sketchy at night. Don't come for the service, come for the experience. Prepare to tip. Get the Chicago Dog, Fries with a cheese cup and shake. Have fun,

The Wieners Circle - Late Night Stop @ The Wiener's Circle.2622 N Clark St, Chicago, IL Chicago Institution.Hot Dogs Char Burgers Char Polish.Great Fries.Cool!

Late Night Stop @ The Wiener's Circle.2622 N Clark St, Chicago, IL Chicago Institution.Hot Dogs Char Burgers Char Polish.Great Fries.Cool!

Char Turkey Burger w/Cheese & Grill Onions @ The Wiener's Circle.Chicago, IL Hot Dogs Char Burgers Char Polish.Great Fries.Cool!

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Char dog and fries.

Devil Dawgs - South State

4.0(1.1k reviews)

7.1 mi•South Loop

Locally owned & operated

Vegan friendly

You really can't go wrong with a classic Polish topped with grilled onions and mustard. Simple,…read moreflavorful, and exactly what I was craving! This place has a fun, nostalgic vibe that reminds me of neighborhood hot dog stands from the '80s. The vintage photos and décor give it plenty of character, making it feel like an old-school Chicago spot. The fountain drink selection is impressive, with plenty of choices to satisfy just about anyone. The prices are fair, the portions are satisfying, and the restaurant is clean and inviting. My only drawback is the ordering system. While ordering from a touchscreen is quick and efficient, I think it takes away some of the personal interaction between customers and staff. It's not a dealbreaker, but I do miss being greeted by someone behind the counter and placing my order the old-fashioned way. Overall, it's a great place to grab a bite. If you're looking for a tasty Chicago-style Polish in a casual setting, this spot is definitely worth checking out. I'll definitely be back.

Intrigued by the Icelandic Dawg which has similar ingredients to the traditional Danish Red hotdog…read morewith everything :-). Had to try it out, kinda pricey at $8.50 but hit the spot and has a kick to it! Only thing missing was really the pickles on top :-) Not a really busy location past dinner time. Service was not the fastest, but made to order :-)

4.7 mi•Ukrainian Village, West Town

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Fatso's Last Stand

4.1(994 reviews)

I had read about how Fatso's does the char dog. I made this my last meal in Chicago…read more I went with a char dog, depression style, an order of fries, and a side of the Merkts cheddar. How was it? Fries- Delicious! Fresh cut fries, made right in front of you. They were great! Huge portion, too! Merkts Cheddar Sauce- Hell yeah! Give me a gallon of this, and I will chug it! Such a tasty cheese sauce. Loved dipping my fries in it. Great combo! Char Dog- This dog was delicious! Great char, great toppings. My only beef would be the bun. It definitely could have been more soft/steamed and fresh. It held up pretty well, but there were a couple bites where it broke and flaked apart. Hate when that happens. Still...didn't ruin the overall experience. Had a great last meal in Chicago before I headed to the airport.

Small place but outdoor seating available. Got the Double Fatsos w/cheese combo. A little greasy…read morebut well worth it. Place is pretty clean, staff is nice.

7.3 mi•Lincoln Park, DePaul

Merkts Cheddar.

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Double Fatso with Cheese + Fries

Chicago's Dog House

4.2(638 reviews)

Yummy i get the deal hot dog ,soda and fries pretty good for a quick lunch…read moreI like the art on the walls , and remember chicago dog no ketchep !!! See you soon again

My husband and I came here for our first food stop in Chicago. This place is VERY small but we came…read morearound 8pm so we were the only ones there. I ordered the 'Chicago Hot Dog' and the 'Wagyu Jalapeno and Cheddar Banger' which was a wagyu beef sausage infused with jalapeños and cheddar cheese, topped with tangy Dijon mustard, sweet caramelized onions, and spicy hot giardiniera peppers. This was SPICY! I am usually good with spice but I had to stop half way thru. It definitely had flavor for sure. My husband got the 'Obama Dog' which had pineapple on it, unfortunately I don't see any description on the website. He also got the 'Snoop Dogg' hot dog which was basically just a chili dog. Regardless, he absolutely loved them. Service was quick and friendly. The decor was bright and fun. I would recommend and would be back if I was in the area.

The kitchen is run by a couple of friendly guys who really appear to know what they're doing

Chicago Style Dog

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Katelyn C.

5

4

2

4 years ago

The food was outstanding. Ordered it for lunch and I was very surprised with how everything tasted. Will be ordering again!

Jenise H.

2

0

11 years ago

Filet was cooked perfectly, and my crab cocktail was outstanding. Will definitely be back.

Tyreek J.

448

32

3 years ago

Basically my lil pit stop i gotta get it how i live fueling up road to riches you bitches

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