Strike 1. Spent 22 dollars today for lunch. I asked if I can have a cup of ice water and they said "we don't give out water." Whats the deal with that? Strike 2 Chicago beef was under seasoned, flavorless, and dry. Meat portions were huge I'll give them that but it was so dry&tasteless. I didn't see any giardinera either. IMO Portillos is better or even the hot dog hut called Just Hotdogs in Westminster is fantastic. Strike 3. Ordered Chicago style and received the polish instead. Polish was good I'll give them an 8 out of 10 for that. Fries were tasty as well. Reminds me Tacobells fries minus the seasoning. Cheese whiz was just cheese whiz. Rather have taco bell's cheese. Would I be back? No. I would recommend for everyone to go try it and see for themselves. read more

Friendly reminder two stars = "could have been better" That said, we're homegrown Chicago transplants which sets the bar pretty high. Jim's is OK but not the real deal. "Chicago Style" Hot Dog - Their menu says "steamed bun." No, they're not. Bun was so dry it split lengthwise right down the middle. That should never happen. It was left sitting out too long somewhere. The hotdog itself was decent but a steamed poppy seed bun is the only traditional option. Steaming keeps the bread soft and pliable. This was not steamed nor was it a poppy seed bun. $6.50 Cheeseburger "Maxwell Street Style" is available without all the mustard and onions. As someone else already mentioned, it didn't taste like much plain, but that's how I like 'em; meat and cheese. $7 Italian Beef - The best of the three. The bun was huge although the beef was a little dry but that's OK. Get the Aus Jus on the side and dip it or add it to the bun. $11.75 We also received a mountain of fries which apparently are included with everything. These are excellent as I suspect they are twice fried. And yes, no water for you! We purchased and shared a soda ($3) and a bottle of water (free) from home. Housekeeping notes: limited indoor seating so get there early. The patio is huge but not protected by any cover or umbrellas. Just wooden beams. It was all sun and no shade. Maybe if the sun gets a little higher up it goes behind the building. In the end not a destination lunch or dinner for us. As such, not likely we would return unless there's another reason to go up there (which there is). And that's OK, they won't miss us. It's a good addition to the area. read more

Delicious! We came today for the soft opening. Everything was running like clockwork and the food was so yummy. I got the Polish sausage breakfast burrito and it was fresh and super flavorful. Don't forget to get some of the roasted chile salsa. It's amazing! read more

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OK, I'm gonna give you the real deal so burgers are OK hotdog are OK. The french fries are a little soggy but are better than the hotdog and the hamburger. By the way they charge you for ice if you wanted ice this place was OK. It's hard to get in and out if you're parking because they designed it as the drive-through goes through the parking lot there is no shade for the outside seating so it's very very hot. Had to leave to go eat at home. read more

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My family came here on a Thursday evening. We had been looking forward to giving Jim's a try. We had a couple of single Chicago style hotdogs, a double Chicago style dog, and an Italian beef sandwich. The good, the bad and the ugly of our visit is as follows. The Good The hot dogs were delicious. Good flavor with a touch of smoke. When you bit in you got that satisfying snap from the natural casing. The complimentary fries that came with the dogs tasted good. They were batter fried and well seasoned. I was told that the Italian beef sandwich was just ok. The flavor was kind of lacking. The restaurant was clean and the kitchen area looked neat and clean. All workers were wearing gloves. Workers were polite and helpful. The Bad The only inside seating were stainless steel counters and stools. Not good for families with small children. Limited outside seating. This was located next to loud and busy Chapman Avenue. No umbrellas or covering to block the sun. The trash receptacles were too close to the tables. There was no speaker outside so you could hear your name called when your order was ready. There was a very narrow and long passageway in front of the counter where you order and pick up food. This area got blocked and congested by people walking through or waiting for their order Why no chili dog on the menu? The Ugly The parking lot was horrible. Cars were getting jammed up in the back part of the lot. One car almost ran into me trying to turn around to get out. Parking spaces were limited when we were here. read more

We came on a Wednesday night and it wasn't too busy. We got the polish sausage and the Italian beef. Both were really good but I liked the polish just a bit more because it had a good snap to it. read more

Jim’s Original - Italian beef and polish sausage - Hot Dogs Near Me - Orange, California

Not sure if it's because this business just opened recently but the food wasn't good. Lack of flavor in everything it seemed like a lot of items needed seasoning. Buns were not toasted or warmed I think they came straight from packaging. Sausage and hot peppers were not charred. Onion were not caramelized. The beef had no taste and didn't have good texture it was mushy. Was very excited to try this place out but sadly disappointed. I will give it a other try in the future hoping the quality of the food will improve. Service was quick only complaint is they don't have a speaker to call out names or order numbers so you can't wait outside for your order to be called you have to stand right by the pick up window and it easily gets crowded, and there isn't much space to wait in that area. read more

Jim’s Original - Original polish - Hot Dogs Near Me - Orange, California

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Remove the auto-suggested tip from the machine. This is annoying. Get a new POS system if you need to. So tired of this nonsense asking to tip before I even get my food at a fast food / quick service place. And no, I don't have a history of negative reviews on here - come on people. read more

The fries were oily , the hot dog bun all wrinkled , did not finish, through out the French fries ... and eat very little of the hot dog , my husband had roast beef sandwich.. the meat was extra extra cooked , no Flavor at all.. Very disappointed !!! We will not be back . read more

DELICIOUS!! The Polish Maxwell style and the pepper was on POINT!! French Frues were a hit too!! Definitely coming back for the food and the also great service! read more

Why would a "trained employee" place a Chicago Dog inside a bage vertically? Three possible answers: They are not trained. They have never consumed a Chicago Dog in their entire life. And or they're a dumbass. read more

New Restaurant owned by family that puts their heart in passion for their food service and offerings for their customers. Been once on soft opening and happy with cheeseburger fries and drink. In time will be back when in area. read more

We ate there twice once for the Chicago hot dog but it was drenched in mustard on our first visit. The second time my friend got a fish sandwich and it was drenched in tartar sauce and full of grease. My pork chop sandwich was under cooked. Both fries were soggy. Today's cost was 29.00 So we are never going back. read more

Excellent experience! I had the Polish sausage sandwich and it was outstanding. $8.50 and it comes with fries. Where else can you find value like that? It was delicious and filling. The atmosphere is a true Chicago experience. It's a great change of pace from all the fast food chains. Service was excellent and everything is clean and brand new I'd say the only thing missing is a hot and spicy menu item. Maybe mix some jalepeños into a batch of sausages? Kids love hot and spicy food these days ala Dave's hot chicken. read more

Free fries and onions, but a water cup is where they draw the line? (Go to Portillo's instead) The entire gimmick of Jim's Original is their "generosity." Their claim to fame is the "Jim's Ritual", piling a literal mountain of sweet grilled onions and a bag of fresh-cut fries onto your plate completely free of charge with every sandwich. Which makes it utterly hilarious, and incredibly petty, that they draw the line at a paper cup. I ordered today and asked for a cup of tap water. The soda fountain was sitting right there, fully functional with a water tab. The employee's response? "We can't provide cups." Think about the sheer irony of that policy. They will happily hand you a free mound of caramelized onions and an entire bag of fried potatoes, but they will actively gatekeep a five-cent piece of paper to hold municipal tap water. As for the actual food, the hot dog was just okay. It gets the job done if you're desperate for a quick bite, but honestly, if you want a real, high-quality Chicago dog with actual hospitality, just make the drive down to Portillo's in Buena Park. While Jim's is technically within their legal rights to hoard their paper inventory, it completely ruins the welcoming street-food vibe they try so hard to cultivate. Pack your own canteen if you eat here, or better yet, just go somewhere that understands basic customer service. read more

The bun was hard, the fries were ok onion rings were drenched in dough. If you like them crispy, this place is not for you.

Everything was awesome. We went through the drive thru and the man talking orders was super friendly and helpful. I got an Italian beef and my wife got the polish sausage. Both tasted great. Super authentic Chicago flavor. Drive thru was super quick and price for what we got was pretty good. We will definitely be back. Glad Jim's is finally open! read more

We've been waiting over a year for Jim's Original to open. My husband is from Chicago and we go back every single year. Our typical first stop is Jim's on Taylor near UIC. Polish has a beautiful snap! A real hot dog. Onions could have been cooked just a little longer. Kids enjoyed their cheeseburger. Can't wait to go back for the Italian Beef and Pork Chop, that is my go to! read more

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You need to let people know that their order is ready when they are on the patio. The people ext to us had their food delivered. When we went inside to check on our order, we were told that they called three times. You need to invest in a speaker. Also a carrot is not a veggie dog. $9.50 for a CARROT DOG with fries. Not going back. read more

Jim’s Original - Carrot dog - Hot Dogs Near Me - Orange, California

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Great food, I really enjoyed the polish hot dog, had a good portion of onions and seasoning. Onion rings are fresh and delicious! Can't wait to go back. read more

We have been wanting to try this restaurant for a while and we just happened to go to breakfast only to find out this restaurant was right next-door so we went to our event and afterwards we came back here and tried it and it was very good read more

Five stars to bump the average up. I don't think they deserve such a low rating. We got a burger and fries for $7 including tax, great deal! Burger was simple yet good flavor with grilled onions, mustard, and a very spicy chili on the side. Service was good/average and the restaurant is cool looking/themed. Try it for yourself! We'll be going back for sure read more

Jim’s Original - Bag design - Hot Dogs Near Me - Orange, California

Mid.... Fries were cold and the pork sandwich didn't scream fresh. Tasted like the food had been sitting out for a while not made close to order. The Hat is miles above this place hopefully they can get close to that quality eventually. read more

I'm from Chicago. Jim's original in orange is such a blessing. A Maxwell polish and double cheeseburger with a cheese cup is an amazing combo. Highly recommended for a piece of Chicago in Orange County. Will for sure be adding this to my rotation of amazing food here in Oc. The fish sandwich is also amazing. read more

This place needs to regroup fast. If not it will be gone in six months. Problems with workers, food and everything else. read more

Like everyone else...tried this before of all the hype. I'm not hot dog conasiouer but it's definitely not something to write home about. Honestly, costco 1.50 hot dog is way better. I ordered, double dog, pork chop sandwich, polish sausage, and hamburger. Polish sausage was the only one with decent flavor. The rest were very bland, no seasoning , no flavor at all. Pork chop sandwich needs to come with a warning . May cause you a trip to the dentist. Watch out for the bone, smack in the middle of my sandwich. If you're not aware, and bite down hard, there goes your tooth. The only item that's well seasoned are the fries. As with many other yelpers said....the water. Don't ask for water or a cup for water. Its non existent. Nickel and dime on water...come on Jim's. Why???? Is it marketing to sell sodas? U would lose more $$ on non repeat customer . Best of luck please give people water. read more

So, really wanted to like this place. On the positive side, the polish sausage had a good snap and a decent flavor profile. The french fries were ok and free. The onion rings also get an "ok", but overpriced. But: The staff is still not fully trained, even after all this time. Had to remind them of items that were included. They don't allow substitutions, even if you offer to pay. My friend wanted to add cheese to the free fries and pay extra, but was told they can't do that. They also won't substitute any of the other "sides" in place of the fries, even for extra payment. If you ask for water, you get a paper cup the size used in senior residences to deliver pills. And they don't tell you cold water is available from the drink dispenser and not just the warm bottle of water at the counter. Finally, trays for eating "in" might be available, but we were never asked if the order was "to go" or "to eat in". Just tossed us the bag when our name was called If you sit outside, you are in the sun. Their patio cover - doesn't. They could have at least thrown some netting across it to cut down on the direct rays. Also, If you sit outside, employees have to yell your name loud enough to reach you on the other side of the glass window. No loudspeakers. The layout is not conducive to large crowds. Single file only to order and after about 6 people you're standing next to patrons trying to eat at the counter set-up. If you arrive at "lunch" time, you'll be in line outside the restaurant. You can see other reviewers' pictures of the interior to see what I'm referring to. To summarize, this is probably a "one and done" place for curious customers wanting to see what all the buzz about Chicago dogs is about. It's also probably ideal for the lone person wanting a quick (but expensive) bite. It doesn't really cater well to groups of 4 or more. Sorry Jim. Please consider improvements for the SoCal crowd. read more

As a Chicago transplant I was excited to try this place - it did not disappoint! Very clean as well. My husband and I both had the beef sandwiches ( that came with delicious fries) the sandwich was terrific. We really enjoyed our meal! Will be back to try the hot dogs! read more

They need to get it together my beef sandwich had two chunks of hard clumped up beef and onions nobody asks for grilled onions and that is not part of the recipe. This is not an Italian beef sandwich read more

Food was excellent the pork chop was delicious fast friendly staff excellent service and food definitely will be coming back here more often

This place has hands down the best Polish sausages and pork chop sandwiches in California. It is a true, legitimate Chicago style dining experience. Friendly and efficient service all around. They even have vegetarian options. read more

Meh. Waited for this place to open. What a let down. Food is mediocre at best. Flavorless, nice bun though. Waste it's a great looking place. Hopefully they can figure it out before it's too late. Sterile and boring place. Cashier should be able to answer questions and make recommendations. PCH on Chapman is still king read more

This place is really not worth the time and effort. Service, the wait inside was terrible, one person was at the front, taking orders and doing it very slowly.The line was all the way to the door. The food, the polish dog 8.50 was six inches long, you would have been better going to costco and getting the hot dog and a soda for a dollar fifty. Ambiance i don't think it really exists. They want you to either go through the drive through, or order your food and get out. There's no room to sit and eat unless you want a bunch of people behind you.In line waiting to order. Warning warning warning, be careful how they charge your card. When I used my card and it it immediately request.How much tip and you press continue?Rather than 00 and then it charges you a tip automatically. Even though nobody served you and I actually went through the drive through. I asked for a receipt and also told the girl that I did not approve a tip.She said it's too late.She can't do anything about it. Polish sausage 8.50 Tax .50 Tip (not approved) .92 It's a big rip off. Don't waste your time and energy. I was hoping that it was gonna be amazing, little did I know they give you practically nothing.And charges you a lot!!! I will probably never come back. read more

Jim’s Original - six inches long. Go to costco, you would definitely be more satisfied they charge a tip automatically.If you don't pay attention - Hot Dogs Near Me - Orange, California

The staff is so ignorant it is ridiculous The menu is tiny which is a great thing you can focus on it - Clearly Zero training I had to educate them on what goes is available on the Italian beef . Does not matter they are a new restaurant to the area - you train your people especially if you only have a few items - the staff should be educating the customers not other way around . Hire dumb people then you get bad service - just like i received i was willing to write off as a single bad hire another apathetic young girl but so My Nieghbor came by and complained last weekend and my friend just yesterday - this place is less then 1/2 mile from my house. I will still drive to Portillos . At least the people there can walk me through menu - when I order a sandwich with sweet peppers and (hot peppers) Giardiniera, I dont want a moron telling me they dont have that here?? It took me a while to explain, it"s right there on the menu had to point it out to her after she doubled down. Thats just a lack of care! My friends same type of experience and one of them left and went to in-n-out to eat yesterday. Too bad, I was excited to have a Chicago place closer then buena park as my family is from Chicago. I wont be getting food here. Unless they change staff and train them. read more

First time here and I'm not sure I'll come back. 1. Need better communication between front cashier & kitchen staff. I requested NO grilled onions and NO green peppers on my Polish Sausage sandwich and what did I get - grilled onions & green peppers. 2. My husband requested NO French fries with his 2 sandwiches. What did he receive two bags of French fries. 3. Need bigger buns for the polish sausage! On my first bite, the bun tore and sausage fell on the table. 4. If you're serving polish sausage then add sauerkraut to the menu! 5. Upgrade the patio chairs. I pushed back in the chair, and the back chair legs bent. I thought I was going to fall on the ground. 6. The patio lacks shade coverage. 7. Love the exterior architecture! read more

Was very excited to try Jims. I went Tuesday around 3pm to avoid some of the crazy lines i had seen when i passed by over the last few days. I love Italian beef sandwiches, and chicago style hot dogs! Went through the drive through which moved pretty quickly. I ordered a pork chop sandwich and an Italian beef dry. The staff member that was taking my order made me repeat the Italian beef dry three times and asked if it was okay if she gave me the gravy on the side and I said yes of course. Also when I ordered the pork chop sandwich I heard her yelling to a co-worker do we still have pork chop sandwiches. Line move very quickly next thing I knew I was at the window paid with a credit card gentleman handed me my food I started to pull away and I noticed that there was only one of my sandwiches in the bag. I backed up and asked the gentleman for the pork chop sandwich and he apologized he said they were working on it and about 5 minutes later it he handed me back my bag this time with both sandwiches. I was very excited to try the food when I open up the pork chop sandwich it had appeared to be put together very hastily with mustard and onions everywhere in the wrapping paper. Unfortunately the only thing I could taste was mustard there was no salt on the pork chop in the onions were completely flavorless as well. I then tried the Italian beef which was not dry the bread was completely soaked and Soggy and they did not give me any gravy on the side. The great thing is that all of the sandwiches come with a bag of fries. The not so great thing was that my fries were ice cold and inedible. All in all I'll give them a couple months to work out the Kinks and try them again hopefully I'll have a better experience next time. read more

i like my hot dog and sausage buns steam like new york style but my was dry. it taste better. the french fries was over cooked. THE PASTRAMI MEAT WAS DRY read more

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We went just before 2pm. One other car in drive thru. Ordered polish sausage and cheeseburger. We asked for crispy fries. And an order of onion rings. First thing at the window was the tip screen. It seems like pickup windows should not require a tip. The food was mediocre sausage sandwich was good. Cheeseburger just adequate. Both orders of fries and onion rings were undercooked and not appetizing. We tried this new restaurant but I think we will go back to in and out. read more

Not impressed . The table tops eating area was not clean . Just opened new that should never be overlooked at lunch time . Hamburger , fries just okay . Won't be returning read more

I'd been eagerly anticipating Jim's opening for months. How disappointing. I ordered: Polish (Maxwell style): flavorful sausage with a nice snap. Onions were a smidge undercooked, but otherwise this was the star of a mediocre show. Pork chop sandwich (Maxwell style); bland, bland, bland. Not much more to say here. If mustard is the primary flavor, I don't know what to say. This could've been served in a retirement home. Did they season this at all? Italian beef: I'm so glad I've been to portillo's. Otherwise I'd never have another Italian beef, ever. This was dry - the bread lukewarm. Sadly, I didn't even bother finishing it. Other stuff: fries were just okay - a bit oily tasting. How do they run out of ketchup (for fries)?! Just run across the street to buy some to serve your customers. The place seems clean, modern, and the slow service might just be because they're new. But I won't be coming back. If I want anything Chicago-style, I'll happily go to portillo's instead. I'll be surprised if this place survives past the hype of being new. read more