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    Lulu's Hot Dogs

    3.9 (135 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 4:00 pm
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    Moderate noise
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    Good for kids
    Good for groups

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    Hot Dog with Fries and Trimmings
    Rob G.

    Exactly what I want from a traditional old school hot dog stand. I ordered the Chicago Style Hot dog and there is very few places where you can get a dog with all the trimmings, fries and a drink for under $8. The service was quick and friendly. They had my order ready in less than 2 minutes. A call-out to the fun murals outside the building. A nice added touch.

    2 Vienna Beef Hot Dogs with Fries and Trimmings
    Xavier H.

    Grabbed a bite at Lulu's with a friend after class and it was pretty good. The prices were cheap and I didn't expect much at first, but the food was actually really good. The place is filled with Chicago canon events and is fast-paced. Would go back again to try a burger for sure :)

    Black Bean Burger with Fries
    Tanya M.

    I've been here twice and haven't been disappointed. The guys behind the counter make you feel like family. Or at least like you're a regular customer who's been coming there for years. This time I ordered the Black Bean veggie burger. The picture is not an exaggeration, it's almost as big as my head. I plan on going back and trying out all of their vegetarian and seafood options.

    Hot Dog with Fries & Trimmings
    Emily B.

    I was in Chicago with several friends for Riot Fest, and Lulu's just so happened to be right in between our Airbnb and the festival grounds at Douglass park. We passed Lulu's many times, with their bright, beguiling signs -- promises of fully loaded dogs and lunch special bargains. It was not long before two of our party fell prey to the hunger surges that follow a full day of music and beer (and when your food options are limited due to no re-entry!) Two of my friends managed to grab Lulu's while walking back from Riot Fest right when the gates weee being closed. In the first of many indications of Lulu's hospitality, they sated my two friends' desperate hunger with dogs and sodas on a lovely weekend night. I, upon the next morning hearing of their escapade, was immediately consumed with envy. I determined I would persue Lulu's posthaste, and indeed after confirming their hours with a phone call (Google said they were closed but they weren't) shortly henceforth found myself also darkening the doorstep of that fine establishment, Lulu's. I ordered the two dog lunch special with curly fries and a medium pop. Can I mention, full lunch and bev for pennies over $11 including all charges? That's a deal. I had my dogs fully loaded as per the Windy City style. The two men working behind the counter that day were both very kind and polite. They made me feel welcome at Lulu's. The only other thing I saw that day was that this place isn't as packed as it deserves to be!! Grab it before the secret's out. Lulu's: it's for the dogs.

    Thomas G.

    I bookmarked this restaurant sometime ago after seeing its character that looked similar to 1930's character Lulu featured on 'The Little Lulu Show' pictured on its building. Now living on the west-side of Chicago; prior to this visit I contemplated visiting Lulu's Hot Dogs for months since discovering how close I lived from it. In the area at the time of this visit, I researched restaurants only to find that Lulu's was within a mile which made it an option I chose for lunch. Lulu's has that takeout restaurant feel, yet there are an ample amount of tables & seats for dine-in which I didn't expect prior to visiting. During my visit I had no intentions on dining-in, but I did love that college football was being showcased on their televisions which was a plus, as I'am a die-hard college football fan. The menu at Lulu's consists of a range of hot-dogs & polish; burgers & sandwiches, fish, ribs, and even a small portion of veggie selections for vegans. Out of all featured on their menu I ordered the Catfish sandwich w/ fries despite the 2-Piece Perch Platter initially catching my eye. As for the food, the fries were decent! Eatable and also didn't make it out of the parking lot with me which is all I can ask for, hehe. And as for the Catfish sandwich, other than the sub-sandwich style bread being thick, the catfish was tasty. It probably would have been better with regular bread versus that sub-sandwich style bread, but that is my recommendation to Lulu's. As for the service, I have no complaints; it was smooth and I received my order in a timely manner, even though there weren't many customers ahead of me. I love Lulu's restaurant hours because it is open late enough for you to pick up late night takeout at a time when other restaurants are closed. Do I recommend, Lulu's Hot Dogs? Yes, indeed! Their combo meal prices are affordable, sizes are filling, and parking is plentiful. Thomas G

    Nike "Sport Changes Everything" Pop-Up
    Rowan Q.

    **NOTE: This review is for my visit on October 28th, 2019, at which time Lulu's was transformed into the Nike's "Sport Changes Everything" pop-up** I came here to support my friend Monyett, who was teaching some beginner dance classes as part of the Nike "Sport Changes Everything" campaign. Nike installed a "Chicago Style" pop-up at Lulu's and featured several athletes at the pop-up. I've never been to Lulu's prior to the pop-up, so again, keep in mind that I have no idea what it looks like without the pop-up decorations. But man, Nike really did a number on this restaurant and TRULY made it Chicago style. Everywhere you could go was covered from ceiling to floor in Nike and Chicago memorabilia. It made me super warm and fuzzy inside; as a pure-bred Chicagoan that's lived in the same house at Belmont and Western all 26 years of my existence, the pop-up really encapsulated everything I love about this city. The parking lot was also transformed into a basketball court. There's a fantastic, colorful mural on the back wall that you can see in the photos I've attached. The basketball court itself is super colorful as well, and that's where the dance classes were held. Everyone attending the class got a free voucher for a meal, so I did get to try some of Lulu's food. I got the Chicago style hot dog, fries, and a drink: classic Chicago diner meal. It was great. Obviously you don't go to a spot like this in Chicago for gourmet hot dogs, so I wasn't expecting too much. Despite being so busy from the pop-up, service was quick and the hot dog itself was just Chicago hot dog perfection. Can't complain in that regard! If I'm in the area, I'll definitely make sure to check Lulu's out again even after the pop-up. But if you are reading this, the Nike pop-up is open at Lulu's until 11/4: go check it out and see everything for yourself!

    Thought I was taking this to lunch I think tf not
    Mattie T.

    Horrible just horrible my perch was so little they were blandthe fries was nasty and my garlic bread look like it was cooked on a dirty skillet

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    11 years ago

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    9 years ago

    Delicious chili dogs!! Standard hotdog place, prices are high on drinks, but overall the dog paid off.

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    13 years ago

    Got to love when two people can eat two amazing dogs and fries for 5.00.

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    7 years ago

    Ordered an Itialian beef aas not good they put raw celery on it,not well dipped not enough cheese. not worth $7

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    13 years ago

    Good place to eat, staff friendly and funny. Try the chicken sandwich! it is good!

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    8 years ago

    These guys are a class act! Incredible customer service and so much good food to choose from!

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    12 years ago

    I grew up eating this food, I just love this place, I remember when you can get two hot dogs and fries for a $1.25

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    Great service, fast and super friendly. I wish their roast beef sandwiches were not as dry though.

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    15 years ago

    Great place. Food is good and prices reasonable. I eat there quite a bit seeing how close to my work it is

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    14 years ago

    Gyro meat was hard and chewy... like jerkey meat. Not impressed at all... pita bread was old and hard... very disappointed...

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    11 years ago

    Had the meatball sandwich and chilli tamale combo its was great! Great food, friendly staff and fast service. A must try Chicago spot.

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