We came by this place while we were visiting FL by a road sign, so we decided to check it out!!…read more Walked in and was greeted very friendly! We told the woman behind the counter we were newbies and she said welcome and told us to just study the board. We both decided on the Long New Yorker with a side of fries. It was cut in half, (think foot-long) it was a little hard to eat, but it was so deliciously filled with yummy ingredients. It had Kraut, spicy mustard and a sweet onion sauce like they have in NY. It was so good, but when I am in the area again, I'll just opt for the short version. :) Stop in and give this gem since 1960 a chance, who knows, you might even run into Elvis while you are there. ;)

The Oroginal Coney Island in Brooksville is home to amazing foot longs, great burgers and extra…read morecrispy onion rings. Nostalgia is everywhere on the premisis, i saw the sign for the first skating Ring i ever attended. While this location is out of the way for me, Im glad I stopped in.

This was not the best dining experience ... but because we were looking for a hot dog we discovered…read morethe Krate -- an amazing venue where they are located. We came inside the small restaurant and perused the menu on the wall. There's only a small counter inside so plan to find a table and eat outside. I ordered their New York dog as a foot long and left off the onion sauce. So basically a longer steamed hot dog with mustard and sauerkraut. Unfortunately, the hot dog was not hot (temperature wise) enough. As I was already seated outside and had returned the french fries -- they were lukewarm-- to be cooked more and to be heated, I wasn't about to go back a third time. I didn't care for their fries as they are the coated type -- not my favorite -- but at least they were hot and fresher the second time around. My husband had their Chicago dog -- which only comes in a regular size (6") version. It had all the toppings on it, but he thought it was just okay, as well. With so much competition in the area, they will need to step up their game. The positives are that the prices were reasonable and that they give a military discount to veterans.

Before arriving at the Krate we had singled out TJ's for a Hot dog dinner. Nestled in amongst all…read moretypes and cuisines of this food village, we found TJ's. My wife ordered a foot long New Yorker and I had a Chicago dog. The dogs are steamed and are served up pretty fast. We also ate an order of fries which are coated. Our dogs came with soft drinks from the cooler. The hot dogs were just ok and the fries are battered (coated). Now we know.

I've only been to Chicago once, so I am certainly no expert on their local cuisine, but this food…read moretruck situated in a gas station parking lot made the Yelp list of top sandwich spots in the country, so I knew I had to stop by. The first time I came was right after that article, and there were about 50 people in line, so I left. This Saturday I stopped by at around noon, and I was third in line. WARNING: do not be in a rush! Your food is not coming out quickly. Paulie is a sweetheart, but he is a one-man show, and he likes to chat and get to know all his customers. They currently do not carry the full menu they show online, so I went with a Chicago hot dog, and the Italian beef sandwich. Paulie educated me a bit on the sandwich; if I wanted it juicy (with the sauce already on it) or on the side to dip into (yes, please, I'm a dipper), and how spicy I wanted it (more peppers, less peppers). After a nice chat with Paulie about politics, I headed home and dug in. The Chicago hot dog was perfect, although I had to remove the hot peppers. The sandwich was outstanding; the beef so tender, the peppers and onions adding depth, and the roll was so soft-I could only eat half, but the other half heated up nicely for dinner. Can't wait to go back!

Amazingly authentic and flavorful Chicago food including staples: Chicago dog, Italian beef,…read moreMaxwell Street Polish & crinkle-cut fries. Excellent other choices like a plentiful Pastrami sandwich which can also be made as a Reuben. Friendly service from a real Chicago native & veteran housed in an adjacent building (not a food truck) to a gas station - gives a dive vibe but is great for to-go. This is a lunch only (11a-2p) business 6 days, closed SUN. Very limited outdoor seating and service can be slow because he's mainly a one man show (occasionally has a helper), BUT the deliciousness of the mostly Vienna products are well worth the wait! You can also call ahead for better timed service but that hinges on him not being too busy to answer. Pro Tip food choice: his 'Best of Both Worlds' gets you a Chicago dog & a 5" Italian beef for a sizable discount!

I guess it's been quite a long time since I talked about this place. I don't get to come here often…read moreenough because I'm just not in the area so much anymore. When I am nearby and I'm hungry though it's worth stopping to have a bite to eat. I took a friend to an appointment nearby and had time to kill so I came for lunch. The place looks almost exactly the same as it did the first time I came here. They are right near a train stop and there is one accessible space outside the building. They have both indoor and outdoor seating, but it is limited. The menu here has changed a little bit over the years, but they still have all the Chicago favorites that I enjoy. I've never had a problem with anything. I have had to eat here and that does keep me coming back. The people that work here are always friendly and they strive to make sure you get a good meal. And this occasion I wanted something a little different so I ordered a polish sausage Chicago style without tomatoes because I can't have them. The bond did fall apart a bit more than I like, but my meal was excellent. They always have very tasty french fries. I have tried several things over the years and feel confident and recommending their entire menu. And of course, if you are looking for a pizza puff, then this is one of the few places you can find them around the Orlando area. If you're looking for a good Chicago style, hot dog or Polish or any hotdog this is the local stop. They use genuine Vienna, beef products, which always brings the taste of home for me. They make an excellent Italian beef sandwich and have really good giardiniera.

Quite frankly, we decided to dine here based purely on the name of the restaurant…read more We ordered the street polish and The Godfather with spicy peppers, messy dog and jalapeño poppers. The hot dog was tasty and the bun was pillowy soft (way better than store bought!)

While the selection is as limited as you'd expect of a hot-dog cart, I love the $3 large…read more(three-scoop) frozen lemonade. The lemon has chunks of peel in it, and the strawberry has seeds, and for $3 you get enough to give a horse a headache. I've seen "homemade" apple pies in the freezer section, and this lemonade is also called homemade, but in this case I'm inclined to believe because of the details; the woman running the stand explained that her husband uses real lemons and strawberries to make it. Also available but not reviewed: hot dogs (I'm vegetarian) and popcorn (I'm more or less allergic).

We love this place. First of all - the staff is great! Always friendly and helpful. And the food is…read morealways fantastic and super reasonably priced. We usually order online and pickup at their window on the back of the building. This time, we decided to order and eat inside. We ordered a regular sized cheese fries to share. They do not gyp you on the cheese - there is plenty and they are delicious. I got the regular sized sausage dog with the swamp relish - sooooo good. Their sausage has such a great flavor. My husband got his go to foot long chili dog with onions. That dog is literally $3.49, such a great deal. They also have real gator dogs, hamburgers, fish sandwiches and several appetizer type foods. Highly recommend!

Love this place. Stopped in for a couple Chicago Dogs and some Mexican Fries. These guys do not…read morescrimp on the toppings. They load 'em up!! Those dogs are dragged through the garden baby!! Great friendly service too!! Tell 'em BaddBob sent a ya!!

Great hotdog and great service, great little place in downtown Wintergarden, if you can find a…read moreparking spot

I went here while walking around "downtown" Winter Garden. I was hungry for a hot dog. Their space…read moreis deep but very narrow. There are a few inside tables. Customers order at the counter where the food is prepared. Although they have a generous selection of various types of hot dogs and toppings,I just had a Classic Dog. I enjoyed the hot dog and plan to return to try one of their more interesting hot dog plates.

I always enjoy visiting a Portillo's when possible... it's one of those things I just can't get in…read morethe DC area, like In-n-Out... So, when I was in Kissimmee I looked and found this one and went. It's about a 15 min ride from the Gaylord in Kissimmee, which is a mile from Disney's main entrance. Service here was great, friendly, and quick. The menu is what I'm familiar with, but all I wanted was a small Italian Beef with spicy giardiniera and a Chicago Dog. Since fries came with it, I wasn't arguing, as they use those crinkle cut fries and they serve them crispy, hot, and tasty! The Italian Beef was incredible, as it usually is! I was in Chicago a few weeks ago and got an Italian Beef from Gold Coast Hot Dogs and it was just ok, I forgot how amazing Portillo's were until getting this one - It Was Great! Very flavorful, tender, and moist meat with a flavorful au jus to dip it into. The giardiniera was fresh, crunchy, and spicy - it made for a great combination with that beef! The bun was so soft and held up to the sandwich and dipping it into the au jus perfectly! Next up was their Chicago dogs - AWESOME! Again, fresh veggies and a great bun. The Vienna beef hot dog was cooked spot-on as well! The place is nicely decorated and kept very clean. I'll definitely return when in the area!

Portillo's in Kissimmee never disappoints. The food is consistently good, served hot, and always…read morehits the spot. I placed my order at the kiosk, so I didn't have much interaction with the staff aside from picking up my food when my number was called, but everything was smooth and efficient. I ordered the Italian beef sandwich plain with the gravy on the side, and it was perfect. The sandwich was generously packed with flavorful, tender beef, and having the gravy on the side let me control how much I wanted--definitely the way to go. I also got the crinkle fries, which were fresh and delicious, and I ended up finishing every last one. One thing about Portillo's is their consistency. Every location I've visited delivers the same quality experience, and this one in Kissimmee is no exception.

Hot Dogs 101: You don't serve your dogs on stale buns. A classy hot dog joint steams the buns just…read morebefore serving unless the customer wants the bun toasted. Pay attention to detail: if you don't know what a Chicago dog is then hang up your apron and step-aside. Service: Almost None. Ambiance: Generally dirty...tables are not being cleaned properly. Employees are not inspired.

Ambiance is what you would expect from a fun hot dog place. Service was excellent, the sweet girl…read moreat the front taking orders was 10/10. The hot dogs were so so good! Very comforting! They hit just like a ballpark hotdog and the Slaw Dog was my favorite!

Absolutely delicious vegan hot dogs! I had the Mexico City Vegan Hot Dog and it was !! Great…read moreservice and prices. The atmosphere is great as you can pick anywhere in the courtyard to sit. Great for families and dining alone :)

The hot dogs were delicious. The Seattle dog is spicy and I got it without the cream cheese bun as…read moreI'm not a fan of cream cheese. Seattle dog was spicy. The spicy mustard and jalapeños really gave the dog a kick! The service was great and the ambiance is cool. Hotdogs run between $6 & $10. The waffle fries were good as well.