Been coming here off and on for decades and they've always been there, on the periphery of my fast food radar. There are so many good choices that it's hard to purposefully come to Herm's. For example, Poochies, Dengeos, Hubs, Portillos, Dear Franks, etc., are all so close - what would make someone come here? Well for me, familiarity, they have a lot of solid choices. I like the hamburgers and hotdogs and fries. Ordering is strange, they give you your meal and you pay at the end - they're really trusting, I know. Their parking lot is huge, I'm assuming to accommodate folks coming from high school and college games. However, I do think it's time to remodel. read more

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I first heard about Herm's back in 2016 and ever since then, I've only ordered one thing every time I get food from here and it's the chopped steak sandwich. Seasoned chopped steak on garlic-spread bread with lettuce, cheese and tomato. The flavor is consistent every time I've ordered it and it's just made with tons of love. The best sandwich here, ever. I'll be ordering here for many years to come as long as they have this on the menu. read more

* Friendly * * Delicious Specials * * Outstanding Experience * It's been at least twenty years that I have driven passed Herm's Palace. Not once had I ventured in until yesterday. I was greeted by a gentleman with a larger than life persona, a real man's man, someone you want to take fishing and introduced to you sister type of guy. Let me tell you, his name was Scott, Scott new people's orders from their previous visits, that is service. People ordering the usual, loved it! Seeing this when I was asked what I wanted I told the gentleman, surprise me. Boy did he, an amazing Rib-eye sandwich. This was thick and crispy, easy to eat and delicious!! Order of fries that were reminiscent of old school McyDs.. Outstanding experience!! I seriously can't wait for my next visit to Herm's Palace. I need to eat my way through that menu, if what everyone is saying is true, this is a gem I've slept on for years.. read more

Herm's Palace - Amazing Rib-eye sandwich! - American Near Me - Skokie, Illinois

What a wonderful place! Large menu from hot dogs to sandwiches to Mexican and even Italian food. Freshly prepared and reasonably priced. And the staff were so friendly and helpful. We were in the mood for pastrami. Husband had the pastrami on rye and I had "The Cardiac", pastrami and fried salami on an onion roll with cheese. Wow, both delicious! One of the best pastrami sandwiches I've had in the Chicago area. Dining area was ample and clean and they have a nice large adjacent parking lot. Wish we lived closer but we will definitely be back next time we are in the area. read more

Herm's Palace - Yummy, fresh onion rings! - American Near Me - Skokie, Illinois

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I love their Italian beef. It very underrated when it comes to rating great beefs. Worth the trip to eat here

I have driven passed Herm's Palace for sometime now, being that I work in the Skokie area, but never really had that urge to visit until now even though the interest has always been there. The credit goes to Google Maps for prompting this visit because its 91% compatible matchmaking of me and Herm's urged me to visit. The match came from similarities of restaurants I have visited and reviewed previously. The restaurant has well enough parking in comparison to most along the strip. In fact, it is like Herm's has more than what is needed for the amount of customers that may visit regularly though it seems. Herm's stands out amongst other restaurants in Skokie; it has more Chicago vibes if anything with its decorative interior consisting of Chicago notables which took me by surprise because of its plain looking exterior. I ordered what I visited for which was the grilled cheese burger w/ fries and a canned soda. But, moreover it took me by surprise noticing seafood options on their menu which almost urged me to order tilapia rather than what I solely visited for. Needless to say there are plentiful options including vegetarian, and alcoholic beverages too. Nothing short of great service and my food arrived in a timely manner which is all I could ever ask for with any restaurant visit. Once my order arrived, I literally thought to myself "Houston we have a problem!" because that grilled cheese burger was huge! And it barely fit inside of my mouth! After eating one half of it, I gave in because it was too much. Two hours later I finished it off, but I swear my waist size extended a few inches after eating that damn grilled cheese burger alone. To conclude, I am happy that I finally visited Herm's Palace. Google Maps urged this visit by informing me of its compatibility with other restaurants I previously visited and reviewed. A 91% compatible match later turned into 100% after I visited Five Guys the previous week. I agree with the compatibility because I felt overwhelmed with their food options; they certainly had what my tastebuds typically crave which builds anticipation to visit again. The grilled cheese burger was more than what I expected in size, and definitely good! If you consider ordering it, be prepared to end up leaving with it in a to-go container as like I. Of course I recommend Herm's Palace if you are looking for good eats in, or nearby Skokie. ~Blessings~ Thomas G read more

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Ok so this place has good reviews and after speaking with a worker here. We were really looking forward to our food. I got a steak sandwich for my husband, son had a cheeseburger, and I had a cheeseburger as well. Sorry I wasn't a fan of the burger, I didn't like the bun and the burger taste too much like a frozen patty. The steak sandwich was tough. Sorry but this was a no for us. read more

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We discovered this place about a month ago, and we've been back half a dozen times since then. Definitely, it's now one of our regular, go-to places. They have a big menu, and we are enjoying exploring it; we haven't found anything disappointing. They have great italian beefs and combos, good subs, delicious soups, good blackened fish sandwich, and I would actually highly recommend their eggplant parmesan sandwich. They also have lots of vegetarian options. read more

Great place have been going here since u was 15, I am 33 now with a 10 year old of my own. Now he goes and enjoys the food and the service. 1000 percent recommended. read more

Best hot dogs I know of. Natural casing dogs have become exceedingly elusive, since I guess most people don't notice, and they cost more. But you don't know what you're missing unless you've had one. They get everything right here. Plus the counter guy who I think is the owner will entertain you with his Rainman human calculator skills. But maybe he just makes up the bill totals. "Definitely $100." I don't care, it's worth it! read more

I love this place . Food is priced right and has a blue collar feel missing from a lot of todays restaurants. Most importantly, food is delicious and Staff is really nice. My favorite is the grilled cheeseburger which is a behemoth of a sandwich that can feed two. I regularly come here and have not been disappointed once. read more

This place is just a air oven. Every single meal on the menu is just pre frozen food that's heated up. The hot dog was disgusting and burger was just disappointing. I went in here before work because it was close by. I guess you can say my day was off to a terrible start. I'll be going to Poochie's down the street from joe on read more

If you are looking for a variety, Herm's is the place to check out. The parking lot is big and not many potholes. The inside could use a little change. The colors could be brighten a bit or just a fresh coat of paint. The staff is friendly and knows the menu backwards and forwards. The tables are cleared as soon as customers leave. Everything I've tried here has been delicious. I've never been disappointed with what I've ordered. I've tried the burgers and the polish sausage. The polish sausage was grilled to the point in which the outer casing was crunchy as you took a bite. I ordered a small cheese fries and it was good. There was plenty of cheese covering the fries. It was nice and hot. So hungry forgot to take pics. Next time as I'm sure I'll be back. read more

This place is the best. I love it so much. It's truly just a great burger/hot dog/sandwich place, not a gyros place that also happens to have those things like Hubs or Dengeos. The service is awesome and it's just a chill spot. Also the steak fries are a must order but they are off the menu. read more

I have a few spots I go out to on a regular basis. Being semi retired on a budget it's about great food for the dollars. I usually get different items from hotdogs to burgers and specials. So far not a bad item on the menu. Of course I have my favorites but you can figure those out on your own. Been going there about 30 years. Even Marla the mom was there with a smile. Love this place the food and service. Capt. Ken read more

Terrific fast food spot for burgers, dogs, sandwiches, sides and salads. Friendly service. A wall length mural of former Chicago celebrities tests non-locals' trivia knowledge. My Chicago dog was authentic all the way to the poppy seed bun. read more

Came in here with daughter after a day at the lake. She said she needed a good hot dog and onion rings so I got on Yelp to check out some reviews and Hermès got our attention. These reviews are no joke and spot on. For one WE LOVED THE WALL MURAL. My daughter noticed one of the owners who took our order was also in the mural and got a kick out of it. Hot dog was amazing and onion rings were as well. Friendly delicious spot we WILL be back again to try all the other menu items! read more

Herm's Palace - My daughter giving oncoming traffic her review of Hermès! - American Near Me - Skokie, Illinois

The malted milkshakes here are hands-down the best I've ever tasted! I've tried the vanilla and the banana flavors so far, and both were absolutely delicious! I would come here just for those. The eggplant parmesan sandwich is tasty, though not quite Maggiano's caliber. The fries are quite addicting. For variety, the zucchini and chicken wings (both of which come fried) are rich and satisfying. I am always impressed by the large menu and fun, casual atmosphere of this restaurant. I will certainly be back. read more

Very average fare and food. Do yourself a favor and drive 1 more minute to Poochie's.

If I see something crazy on a menu, I have to get it. It's an addiction, a calling, it's just something I must always do. So when I saw a grilled cheese burger on the menu, my tiny mouth be damned, that baby was going right in it. I lived in Skokie for a few years and my boyfriend at the time would pick us up food from Herm's every now & then. I remembered liking it but wasn't sure to what extent. When I recently went in, it made me remember why I missed living in Skokie so much - so many independent food places like this run by good people with good food. On my latest visit I had the monstrosity of insanity that is the Grilled Cheese burger for $9.60 (that includes fries & coleslaw). This burger does not have buns on the outside, oh no no! It has two buttery ooey gooey grilled cheeses with a half pound burger snuggled between them. I took one bite and it was like the pearly gates opened up and let down a drawbridge letting me in. Such an indulgent meal is not an every day type of dinner, but I enjoyed it greatly as a special treat. It's just like three sandwiches in one so it probably won't surprise you to know that I couldn't finish it all - it made a couple of meals for me. Herm's Palace is full of overindulgent items that I could ramble on about all day. Or if you are on some kind of lame-o diet-o, they got you covered with salads-o. Service is friendly and they treat everyone like a long lost family member. Inside the shop are a few arcade games but the coolest part of the casual eating establishment is the artwork on the wall. It's this crazy mural that includes the owners and a bunch of random Chicago celebrities. My friend and I had a fun time going through and identifying who was who and mad props to any place with Chicago pride because it's deep in my heart, too. Chi Town baby! Bonus: They have beer! read more

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We decided to try Herm's Palace. What a shame. I order a chicken gyro plate dinner and I was expecting a dinner with the fries and usually you get an additional item along with coleslaw. Instead I got a gyro wrapped in paper and a bag of fries. What a rip off! A place down the street (Grecian Kitchen) gives you a full gyro dinner plate and then some. This gyro I order here was horrendous. My wife ordered a burger and she said it wasn't tasty at all. This is the last time we try this place. Look at my picture that's what they call their chicken gyro dinner. What a fail. read more

Herm's Palace - Their famous gyro dinner. - American Near Me - Skokie, Illinois

Great place. Our new burger place. Also by far the best onion rings and fried pickles. read more

Herm's Palace - Onion rings and fried pickles. Oohh and don't forget the cream soda! - American Near Me - Skokie, Illinois

Good greasy grub. Grab great goodies, gorge/graze until guilty. Gah I give up, tried to go for a review that only had words starting with "g". This place is a staple, and although I only live a few blocks away I really only started coming within the last few years. They have all the classic foods you'd expect from a hamburger/hot dog place along with a few extras to take them to the next level (Grilled cheese hamburger). The food is definitely greasy, they do have salads but I have never seen anyone order one before, and the prices are reasonable. It is definitely a little confusing/intimidating when ordering, but once you get used to it the food is totally worth it! read more

Yep it's been a while, but Herm's my pick for a brisket sandwich in the area (corned beef, pastrami, or reuben seem like good alternates). Would be overkill for me to get fries...but maybe if I'm not dining solo. Yeah the fountain drinks are in styrofoam cups, but there is also plenty of canned and other options you can pull from the fridge. From booths to tables at the front with windows to the street, plenty of seating and they bring your food to you so that you don't need to stand waiting! Normally I'd reserve a star for revisiting the fries, but heck the sandwich was enough for 5. read more

I stopped in to pick up quick dinner and got the broiled chicken sandwich on a bun. It was really delicious! Juicy but not fatty at all, just grilled to perfection! read more

You know when you walk into a place and it makes you feel like you're family?! Well, this is THAT kind of place; a family run business that treats everyone that walks through the door like they're family. The food is not only delicious and comforting, but it's made quick to order. We were all super pleased with what we ate and even more so with the service. Best last meal before we left Chicago! Glad we stopped in! read more

I got the double cheese burger with bacon and mushrooms on it (costs a little extra but worth it). The burger was huge! They made it fast and after they make the burger they ask what you what on it. I think this is great because then you get the way you like it. The burger was nice and juicy and had great flavor. The fries were nice and crispy and they aren't very greasy. I've also tried the gyro sandwich dinner. It comes with a S#!&* LOAD of meat! And the tzaziki sauce was great! I'd definitely recommend this dish. It's priced well and quick service. It has a very casual atmosphere and it's very roomy with a few tv's. read more

Herm's Palace - American Near Me - Skokie, Illinois

The people here are awesome. I always get their pizza puff - it's so deep fried, it becomes all bubbly. Everything is cooked to order; if you're craving for good solid greasy deliciousness, check Herm's out. +Il Taco pizza puff +fried veggies read more

My food review: Those fried mushrooms were just about perfect. The honey mustard was tangy and delicious. I trust a place with good 'shooms so that would be enough, but my italian beef + hot giardiniera + mozz was great too. Quite messy since it was dipped, but packed perfectly to survive an hour long trip and still delicious at the end. It didn't just fall apart into a mush when I opened it up - its wrapping held together perfectly and the bag didn't destroy my seat on the way home. For the situational review I came to Herm's to a nearly full parking lot and a ton of customers at the counter. The man behind the counter was working furiously and, somehow, naming off full orders and the total prices. I was a little confused, but also quite impressed with his skill. By the time I got my order the situation was a little more clear - a big birthday party had just come through along with the normal dinner rush. I think I saw both ends of the spectrum there... a madhouse of orders flying in and the skill that, while busy, they could totally handle it. Beyond that the man behind the counter was extremely polite, extremely fast, and his memory was amazing. I don't think a wait would be typical but it was cool to see them handle their trade. He talked off orders as fast as people could listen and got the kitchen working the second they had a free finger. Great work Herm's - I'll be back to try a few more things off that big menu. I can see a ribeye steak sandwich in my future with a big ol' pile of shrooms. read more

Classic food done so well. The business has run in the family for so many years, and you can tell that by its owner and employees. Very nice and friendly staff and a decent place to grab a quick bite. Highly recommend read more

This place is rock solid. The food is great and the atmosphere is outstanding. Everything in their huge menu is reasonably priced. If you're looking for an authentic Chicago spot but don't want to drive into the city, check out Herm's Palace! read more

The pastrami sandwich was fire. Just like back home in LA. 5 years since I left Cali. I'm definitely going back again for sure.

See my review for Poochie's down the block for comparison! Again best hotdogs on the North Side, main difference are the way they cook the fries.Both are great, try them both and compare! read more

For over a decade of driving past here regularly, I swear that I thought that the name was Herm's PLACE until recently. To call it a palace is a bit grandiose, but as a place it is all thumbs up. Out of all the similar burger-and-dog places on this stretch of Dempster, they are easily the best. It has the most character, and the food is pretty good too. They make a top-notch turkey burger, a delicious (and enormous) italian beef, a nice polish sausage, a good hot dog, and a solid italian sausage. The fries are thin fast-food-esque types, served hot but sadly saltless. One time I got a pretty good chocolate malt milkshake. It just needed a little more blending to incorporate the malt powder. There's a metaphor about America in there somewhere. Or marriage? The menu is more expansive than a typical hot dog stand (soups, salads, tacos, et al), but my favorite part is the casual order-taking system. It's just a guy. You give him your order; he relays it to the kitchen verbally; then when the food is ready he tallies your bill in his head. It's totally charming and kind of impressive--they keep it all straight no matter how many people are waiting. read more

This is more of a place where you'd take your kids for something quick. Food is average, service is great! Family owned and managed. Greasy spoon ambiance! Worth a try! read more

Herm's has been our go to on Dempster for hot dogs, burgers, great sandwiches, fries and salads for 25 years. Food is always delicious, served with a smile exactly how you like it! They don't even give me grief about ketchup on my hotdog! Owner is friendly, staff never writes down an order and theynever make a mistake! read more

Good menu selection- staff is great- friendly and attentive-food is prepared quickly as you order great place as an alternative to the regular burger or gyro places on this strip & they have good parking and tables to eat outside besides the tables inside. read more

Great family-friendly spot with a fun menu that includes something for everyone. If you're looking for a quick and delicious bite this is the spot. read more

It's what you'd expect for food but such friendly people - hole in the wall type of place, only locals, reliable food, not the cleanest, surprisingly large space with lots of seating. If you're looking for some quick bar food (e.g. burgers, hot dogs, sandwiches, cheese fries, etc.) this is the place! read more

This place has been around for as long as I can remember. Their food continues to be absolutely delicious and seems to get better every time I go. The staff is incredibly friendly, helpful, and speedy. There are other establishments close to them that serve similar food, but I will only go to Herm's. They are the best!!! read more