First of all, 5 stars is not enough. This place knows how to make a freaking hotdog. The polish sausages are off the hook. Best I've ever had. The place was clean, the staff as super nice. The food came out fast. The pricing was almost too cheap. We tried everything we could. The star of the show are the fries. Better than McDonald's fries. That's hard to believe but true. We got 4 dog, a double cheeseburger and two fries for $25 bucks. read more

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I've been coming to Jacky's Hot Dogs since I was in high school. This place hasn't lost its touch. I went with the Polish sausage, juicy, packed with that classic Vienna sausage flavor that just hits right. Nothing fancy, nothing overdone, just solid flavor and that perfect bite when you sink your teeth into it. Jacky's is always busy, the environment of the this place still same from what I can remember and they still move fast. From the moment you walk in to when you're walking out with food in hand, it's about five minutes. That's one of the things I've always loved, they respect your time but never rush the quality. I've been coming here for years, and honestly, I don't see that changing anytime soon. Some places you visit for nostalgia, but with Jacky's, you keep coming back because it's still just that good. read more

Jacky's Hot Dogs - Maxwell Style Polish - Fast Food Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Excellent. Nice and simple. 4 hotdogs & fries for $20. Nice simple nothing fancy. Just good food for a decent price.

Once again I am never disappointed. Jackys food is a place that I would definitely recommend. Get yourself a great Chicago style hot dog as well as other great food. Definitely worth the trip to get great food. read more

Food is great . Fast and polite service. Small place but lots of space for parking . I recommend the chili and hamburger.

My favorite hot dog place. They're always so nice and are happy to customize my order. I always get a hot dog with a slice of American cheese and grilled onions. Their fries are my favorite part. They're crispy and salted just right. It's a good place for carry out or a quick bite in. I usually go for lunch but most recently went in for dinner. My boyfriend got a chicken pita and the chicken was perfectly seasoned and it was a very generous portion. I will always come back when I want a hot dog and fries! read more

Jacky's has consistently served as a beacon of hope for the neighborhood, where prices may have fluctuated over the years, but the exceptional quality of food has remained unwavering. The service is genuinely uplifting, thanks to the dedication of long-standing staff members who continue to deliver impeccable care, highlighting the significance of outstanding service. They exemplify kindness, ensuring every guest receives utmost smiles with their food. The atmosphere is equally impressive, featuring a unique wrap-around counter that fosters a sense of community and connection among patrons. For foodies of Polish sausage, a culinary gem awaits, rivaling the finest offerings. Perhaps you're craving a classic Tom Tom tamale - they offer that as well. For a quick, satisfying meal after work, simply place an order in advance and they'll have it ready, complemented by the convenience of their own parking lot, saving you from the commotion of Pulaski Street. Experience the perfect fusion of exceptional fast food, outstanding service, and a warm welcome every time. Please bote the prices have changed. read more

This place has the tastiest "Big Baby" in the city. I like to sit at the counter and eat it fresh off the grill, served in a basket with fresh fries. My son loves the 2 pizza puff special with fries......or the 3 hot dogs with fries special when he is super hungry. Plenty of parking in side lot and they are open late. read more

Jacky's Hot Dogs - Menu November 2025 - Fast Food Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Great food and it's not too expensive I like going there at least once a week good burgers and good fries.Hot dogs too

What a great place to stop for dogs close to the airport! I had a 2 hour layover in Chicago and decided to spend my time making a run to Jacky's. Got the 2 polish sausages + fries combo for $8.99! Almost everything comes with fries and they give a LOT. They taste like McDonald's fries! I got my dog maxwell style and it comes loaded with the toppings. Be aware that they charge a 3% credit card surcharge on all transactions. I ended up paying in cash as a result. Service was friendly and fast, would love to come back someday and try the burgers read more

yelp reviews never let us down and neither did Jacky's ! based on recommendations, we enjoyed the big baby , two loaded all beef hotdogs, the hottest freshest fries ever and a strawberry shake! nothing lacking in this fast friendly service where they are happy to ensure your order comes out just as requested. our well done fries were hot and crisp ! we decided to dine in at the small counter service overlooking the cooking area. everything looks clean and efficient. various workers were in and out and each asked how we enjoyed our meal, it was obvious they take pride in the product they produce. i didn't ask, but did not see restroom facilities?? read more

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When my family asked where I wanted to eat on Father's Day, guess where we went? Jacky's of course!!!! Big Babies, well done fries, and orange drink all around!! Except my daughter. She doesn't do burgers, so it was a Pizza Puff, well done fries and an orange drink for her!! Rave reviews from all!!! Thank you Jacky's for a great Father's Day meal with the family. read more

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Best big baby, gyro, Italian beef and pizza puff in Chicago! Jacky's has been around for over 35 years and it never disappoints!

I have been coming here for the better part of 3 years and the food has never disappointed me. If you like the McDonald's fries then you will fall in love with these fries. Completely identical to them, aside from being cheaper and a much bigger quantity, they are crispy and much more fresher! The ambience of this establishment is great, eat at your own pace and you aren't rushed to get out unlike other small restaurants. The staff are very respectful and so are the customers that come through the door. Overall amazing experience every time I come here. HOWEVER, the one thing I absolutely don't like is the amount of people that don't come here. Such an amazing restaurant deserves more clients coming through the door during the early afternoon hours, it's never too early to eat a good burger! read more

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Love the fries here, better than McDonalds fries! Big baby with grilled onions is great and I really enjoy the grilled chicken sandwich!

I had a Chicago style Polish and it was delicious I will definitely eat there again.

The Big Baby and Hotdogs are delicious their menu has some other good options, but I usually get the BB. The people serving you are always nice and friendly. My experience here has been consistent. I'm read more

Came at 10:41 . This place was BUSY! Food was amazing, made fast and fresh. Love the variety. The late night hours im grateful for. Highly recommend. Prices are good. read more

I have been going here for 40 years. They're big baby is the best double cheeseburger you will ever find! Their french fries are thin and crispy and everyone in there is so welcoming and friendly! I have never had anything bad here. They are always on point and always consistent and very large portions for the price. Highly recommend read more

Solid fast food joint. Quick, tasty, affordable. Small space inside for seating. I'd much rather go here - I needed to pick up something around Midway for someone coming in from a late flight. I much prefer here than go to the trash fast food franchises like McD that were the only other places open. Kind chill staff. read more

I had a fish sandwich and it was alright. Nothing to die for and i probably wouldn't order it again. I would like to go back and try and shake tho. read more

Tasty hot dog, fries hot and fresh. The best strawberry shake I have ever slurped! Fast service. They also offer fresh homemade hot soup. Next time I will try it. read more

Jacky's Hot Dogs - Hot dog with tasty toppings, no ketchup needed. - Fast Food Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

they opened at a 11am doors still locked with sorry we are closed sign at 11:20am they have good food but are juts sitting arould talking while they should be open read more

This place is Awesome! Seriously the last of its kind . So reasonable and the best hot dogs .

Please do not change a thing here! Forget about delivery because your price point does not warrant delivery. Over the years, some of the faces here remained the same but over the past few years there have been some new ones. However, the consistent has been their Big Baby's and RC products! What is a Big Baby? Two patties, grilled onions, mustard, ketchup and some pickles wrapped in a wax paper for that awesome steamed taste served on an S. Rosen seeded bun. Hot damn that Big Baby is amazing and get those grilled onions! The hot dogs are eh as nothing special here. I think the miss might be using non Vienna Hot dogs or maybe the bun. I'm not sure but it's been a miss for a long time. For as long as I've gone here they have always had RC products. I like it but I don't but you know what? How often do you seen RC Products served Fountain style? Exactly. They have a parking lot but nowadays - no dine in - carry out only but that's ok! My only beef with this place is their napkins. They have been the same thin ass napkins where you need at least 20 to go through a meal. Yes you'll be tempted to go to Burger King next door or McDonald's down the block but none of those has the BIG BABY! read more

Fire spot, food was very tasty. I definitely recommend anyone looking for some Chicago style food to stop at this location.

I was hoping for a positive experience here, but I ended up all Jacky'd up. Sometimes I feel like Chicagoans don't know Jacky about making their own hot dogs and specialty foods. Just kidding. I had pretty high hopes for Jacky's because I love Chicago Dogs especially if they're served up in the Chicago area. I didn't really like the product here. Service was even worse. Prices are the best thing about it and I'm sure the neighborhood appreciates having a little local cheap diner like this but I've had so many much better Chicago Dogs than this. read more

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Everything a Chicago hot Dog should be and more. We got the 3 hot Dog meal with everything on the dogs and split it between the 2 of us. It came with wonderful crispy thin French fries- a big portion, more than enough for 2. The hot dogs were delicious. Service was fast and friendly, and the place looked clean. Would definitely come back when the craving strikes. read more

Not too far from Midway Airport, they have HotDog specials along with many other selections. Open during Covid, support local businesses!!! read more

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Clean, friendly place. I had a dog and burger and fries. Very good! Close to Midway airport.

Jackys Fries are the best fries, hands down! Perfectly formed fries are thin and perfectly crispy but also steaming hot. My hubs grew up in the area and everytime I allow him to eat fast food, the choice is always Jackys. They are slingin' quality food, every single time. My husband is a big fan of the polish and fries but has tried thier whole menu. My son is a big fan if the chicken nuggets. I am a big fan for their hamburger - all accompanied with their PERFECT FRIES. The burger, my fan favorite, is always cooked to perfection with whatever toppings I feel like at the time. The polish dogs have that great snap to them as well. The prices are totally a godsend and they are keeping things breezy by being affordable. Its a small place so its best for carry out or outside in your car. They have a little parking lot as well. read more

Great service and great food. We had just gotten off our flight and had to wait forever for our shuttle and such so, we were starving for some good ol sweet home chicago food & was so glad we stopped in. read more

Food was great burgers were my ultimate favorite reasons priced and the service was great.

Great food and fast service. Restaurant is very clean inside. Always had a great experience here. Plus they're one of the only fast food places that is open late. read more

Perhaps it's the memories, perhaps it's the awesome rolling chairs facing out into Pulaski. All I know is that Jacky's is the absolute best for hot dogs and shakes. My parents were cheap, like ultra cheap to the point where each of us four children literally were only allowed to split a hot dog. It was the thriftiest, after all. The owners and workers were awesome, even knowing us by name. It wasn't until we we allowed to even try a milkshake that my memories went into a tailspin. Try Jacky's. You will not get dissapointed. I just cant wait to have their strawberry milkshakes again! read more

Tiny place with big flavor! The chicken soup was hot and tasty and came with crackers. The chicken sandwich was sizable and fixin's were fresh. The staff was pleasant and the joint is reasonably clean. read more

They 2 Chicago dogs with peppers and fries combo is must you will not be disappointed, very good price on food as well. So if you hot and fresh and quick. This is the place to go. And grease was fresh as well. I will be back soon lol read more

Not bad spot. But hotdogs are nothing special but a sausage with some tomato and lettuce. There is a limited capacity. So you may face a queue by entrance read more

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Rosa J.'s best Yelp companion (other than Daddy J.) is the hole-in-the-wall neighborhood hot dog joints. Trust me, it's one of the ways to get to know a neighborhood. Jacky's Hot Dog is located on S. Pulaski (between 54th. and 55th.) in the West Lawn neighborhood. It's not a difficult walk if you're on the way to the Midway Airport (near CTA Pulaski Orange Line Station) and want to have your last meal before getting into the pseudo-capitalistic airport food court. We rode #55 (55th./Garfield) bus and got off at Pulaski. There are mostly takeout customers. Yet if you have time for your own, there are high-stools along the wall and the kitchen counter. Oh by the way, two (2) CPD officers were here as well. Jacky's is definitely police-approved, in my opinion. Everything is made-to-order, so wouldn't be super-sonic fast. Their "Big Baby" (double-cheese burger) was satisfying. That burger wasn't physically large, but it certainly filled me up like nobody's business. Their hot dog combo was solid as well. For $8 and some change (cash preferred), we had no complaints. On a side note, I wish the guy who handled the hot dog station could wear a pair of gloves. I took a close peek at his hands; they appeared to be clean and dirt-free. I wasn't personally concerned since I consider my body as germ-resistant, for I frequent all kinds of places in the city. However, it's just FYI. read more

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The BEST Big Baby with chili and grilled onions in Chicago, period. The food is just as good today as it was more than 20 years ago. I have never had an issue with my order or my food...Reasonably priced, quality and value for your money, efficient service, clean... Chili boats...where can you get a chili boat anymore...JACKY'S...The 2 sweetest ladies have owned/managed the stand since I've been going there forever, the girls behind the registers are polite and the guys on the grill are on top of the orders...A gem on the Southwest Side read more