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    Portillo's & Barnelli's Summit

    3.2 (425 reviews)
    InexpensiveHot Dogs, Burgers, Italian
    Closed 10:00 am - 1:00 AM (Next day)
    Updated 3 weeks ago

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    PORTILLO'S & BARNELLI'S SUMMIT ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for groups
    Outdoor seating

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    Angelina S.

    Great you are great portillo I love portillo I love the food Cheese fries I love you portillo

    Ann N.

    The ordering process is super confusing but once you're pointed in the right direction, it's all about the food! - Parking is plenty. There are 2 adjacent lots next to each other that are open and easy to park in. - Interior is clean, spacious, and open. Lots of tables for large and small parties. - Order at the cash register at the right end of the store, and wait for your receipt number to be called at the pick-up counter - 2 Original hot dogs: 10/10. So good. I love the textures with the pickle and the yummy pepper - Maxwell Street Polish: 9/10. I LOVE the polish sausage! So juicy and the helpings are generous. I wish it had the same flavor profile as the original hot dog, and it would be an 11/10 - Chili Cheese Dog: 5/10. Nothing to write home about! - I also got another specialty polish dog, but I don't remember the name! It was very rich and filling, a bit too much for me, but that's also personal preference - 7/10 - Fries are extra salty, just how I like it Everything was under $35! Such a steal in this day and age. I would come back here again!

    There's a Portillo's at Harlem & Archer in Summit! They're just as good as the others in the chain, yessir
    Eric S.

    HOT DOG POLITICS Who says I have to vote Democratic or Republican? I should be able to cast a ballot for Portillo's. I'm always on the lookout for a new location of this beloved Windy City chain, which has now expanded into California, Texas, Florida, Iowa, and Arizona. I recently started a new job in Chicago and found a Portillo's (this one in the town of Summit) off of Harlem Ave. As with all Portillo's, this one has a particular theme (1930's prohibition) with plenty of stuff to look at. A classic Chicago-style hot dog ($3.90) with extra sport peppers is the way to go. My wife usually gives me hers, since she's not a fan of the intense but short-lived burst of spiciness they're known for. Crinkle cut fries with a cheese cup (only $1 extra) make for a solid accompaniment, and wash that down with a large root beer ($3) for a terrific lunch. I thought the spicy chicken sandwich ($7.25) was tasty, a good-quality breaded chicken patty with lettuce, tomato, and spicy mayo on a brioche bun. Their Italian beef is a step below Buona -- and a whole set of stairs below Johnnie's -- but the beef 'n cheddar croissant is delicious. Their bacon & cheese charburgers deserve more attention, too. Fill out the survey on the back of the receipt, and you'll get a free large fry on your next trip (a $4 value). You can repeat this ad nauseam, though as long as you're giving them business I'm sure the nice people at Portillo's don't mind giving away fries. * TL;DR * You wanna know who I'm voting for in this year's election? I'm supporting the candidate who knows that ketchup doesn't belong on a hot dog (and let's be clear about one thing: since Donald Trump prefers his steak 'well done' with fries & ketchup, ain't no way his basic Oompa Loopa ass is ordering a dog "run thru the garden". Kamala, on the other hand, seems game to try anything once). I don't mind the fact that their parking lot is separated, but during last visit the line to place an order moved very slowly. When I finally got to the register, I overheard the guy next to me being asked if they wanted to try a slice of cake for just $1. Ummm why wasn't I offered this?? Of COURSE I would've said yes! I love cake!! In fact, I'm offended they didn't ask me how I'd like to get fatter. This Portillo's is run well, it's just not as good as others.

    Big beef sandwhich

    I never thought I'd be writing a review like this about Portillo's -- the place I grew up loving -- but this visit was honestly disappointing on every level. First, the beef sandwich was a joke. The photo speaks for itself: a long roll with barely a thin strip of beef running down the center. It looked like they took one small handful of meat and stretched it as far as possible. Not only that, but the beef was bone dry -- as dry as the Sahara desert. No dip, no juice, not even the extra gravy I paid for. The bread wasn't soaked, wasn't moist, wasn't even warm... just dry and sad. The fries? Don't get me started. Instead of normal fries, I got a pile of short, tiny pieces -- like someone scooped the bottom of the bag and tossed all the leftovers into my order. For the prices they're charging now, that is completely unacceptable. This is not the Portillo's I grew up with. I'm not even that old, and yet it feels like the place has declined drastically -- quality down, portions down, and prices doubled. It's honestly embarrassing how far it has fallen. I miss the Portillo's that actually cared about giving you a legit beef sandwich, dipped properly, loaded with meat, with fries that weren't scraps. Huge disappointment. I won't be rushing back anytime soon.

    Regular beef dipped with hot peppers
    Candace M.

    This is one of the few Portillos/Barnellis Pasta; old school Portillos here in Summit. Never disappoints & a must while in Chgo! We miss Portillos, put one in SWFL!

    Carly L.

    Edited: Portillos tried to respond below but the website link doesn't even work!! See the screenshot below. Do not give this location your business. My step father was brutally attacked by an employee in front of my Mom and no one did anything. I'm sure you're wondering what he did to provoke it, but it was completely unwarranted. How can you justify assaulting a senior citizen that was patronizing your business? Then when the police came, they mistreated my Mom and step Dad. Portillos gave my Mom a fake website to visit to file a report. I'm completely and utterly disgusted with how both Portillos and the Summit police handled this matter.

    Rigatoni ala Vodka
    Daryn B.

    One of my fave's when in Chicago. The old reliable Italian beef with peppers dipped is my standard. But today I went different. Changed it up with an Italian pasta dish. It was delicious. Tried the rigatoni with vodka sauce. A little bit spicy but definitely tasty. Did the side garden salad, a side meatball and garlic bread. It was enough for two! I enjoy coming here. The atmosphere is relaxed and casual. Counter service and bus your tray. The decor is nostalgic signs and oldies music. Perfect for lunch and dinner, crowds of all sizes and ages.

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    Markiesa B.

    First stop once we landed in Chicago. The place wasn't too crowded: I just ordered the regular dog with everything on it. I don't really see the hype about this place it's just a hotdog with a bunch of stuff of it, kind of makes it hard to eat a bit. Overall it was just ok, I didn't get full from it at all. I guess I couldn't of removed the pickle and peppers on it, doesn't belong on a hotdog to be honest.

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    Kind of going down hill. It's flavor, service and cost here. Everything's gotten more expensive but the food isn't what it used to be.

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    Your take out order will NEVER be accurate! Every single time we place a take out order, it is missing items or wrong items are given.

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    A good hot dog with fries here. Sometimes the orders are wrong but just check your order and you are good to go

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    The Italian section is over priced & bland . I bought the chicken Diablo it was horrible

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    Its definitely a unique place and its food was great i would recommend others to try.

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    I kind of grew up on Leona's, first their Lakeview location of three floors of dining room and…read morestill a 30-minute wait. Then, when I moved out of Lakeview, their Roger's Park location on Sheridan Road. Both are now closed for years. When we were driving by the Lyon's location, a few days ago, I got excited. Leona's is back and somewhat close to my home. It is definitely Leona's name, but the recipes have changed. e.g. their cheese bricks used to be lightly breaded. These are batter-dipped and deep-fried. They were not bad, just different. I chose a side salad with my steak burger; it was a good salad. Romaine lettuce, red onion, cherry tomatoes, black olives, shredded carrots- it was satisfying and could have been a meal itself. The burger was stacked. I did go overboard with adding grilled onions, grilled mushrooms, and bacon on top of the lettuce, raw onion, and tomato. I did feel the burger patty was on the small side and got lost with all of the toppings. The bun was soft but stood up to the juicy burger. One of my dinner partners did get the pizza. The toppings were chunky and plentiful, and the crust was crispy. The other diner got the lasagna: again, not like I remember, but not bad, just different. This lasagna was looser, not the traditional casserole, sliced into cubes. This lasagna was assembled on the plate with layers of meat sauce (marinara was an option), cheese, and flat pasta. They were very pleased with their dinner and said it was very good lasagna. The only soda options were canned Pepsi products. A note about the service: you order at the counter/bar, and the waitstaff brings your order out to you. You can also order off the app through toasttab. The plates are plastic thunder group plates. They certainly cheapened the presentation. It was $90 with tip, kind of a disconnect there with the ordering at the counter, cans of soda pop, and the plastic plates. You really need to take this Leona's as an independent restaurant, not the continuation of the Chicago landmark. Much of it was good. I would happily return for the salad and lasagna. The pizza was good, not great. The burger was OK. I would not get the cheese brick again. There are a total of six tables in the restaurant, not a big place.

    The food was just bad. Service was okay. Ambiance was nice. Wouldn't go back though. Very different…read morefrom Chicago location.

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    The entire dining area.

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    Lasagna with meat sauce

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