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    Portillo's Buena Park

    4.0 (4.4k reviews)
    ModerateHot Dogs, Salad, Burgers
    Closed 10:00 am - 11:30 pm
    Updated 1 week ago

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    Regular hot dog with mayo ketchup and mustard looks soggy but it was delicious
    Deanne R.

    Portillo's is home to famous Chicago-style hot dogs, sandwiches, burgers, salads, chocolate cake, milkshakes, and malts Today we Stopped by for lunch, no drive thru today, we actually wanted to come in today. From the outside it looks closed but they are open :) No complaints just yummy dogs Ok bye

    Chicago style hot dog
    Leonard K.

    I love this place. It's great. I was driving back from some work stuff and for some reason, there was a freeway closure so I had to take the 91 instead. As I approached the five, I thought about it for a moment and realized I could get a Chicago hot dog. When would be the next time I would be here? I didn't know or have any idea. So I came and got lots of hot dogs! I love just how the flavor of all the ingredients, from the tomato to the pickle to the chilis, chopped onions, green relish and the amazingly tasty hot dog and bun all come together. It's one of the best combinations ever for a hot dog and if I could eat them every day, I probably would. But I like living, so I don't think I can do that. The service here is nice. You have your choice of going to the register or kiosk. You also get a huge dining area with a fun ambiance as well. If you've never been to portillos for a hot dog, you have to go!

    Chill dog
    Christine M.

    This is my favorite place to get a chili dog , freshly made chili is the best in my book. Along with French fries with some dipping sauce. Don't forget the chocolate cake for dessert! It is the best thing to eat, very moist and chocolatey, yummy!

    Chopped salad
    Lisa B.

    I really enjoy the consistency and quality of the food. I just wanted to make a shout out to Logan and Marino. These two are a definite asset to the company.

    Eric B.

    Ordered to go so I can't really speak on the service. Fun family atmosphere. Lots of tables and you can see into the kitchen. I got the Italian beef sandwich and the hot dog. I could hardly wait for the Italian beef so I ate most of it walking to the car. The bread was soft and soaked up a lot of the juice from the meat. There was a large amount of beef. Flavorful and just delicious. The hotdog I ate the next morning so I can't give an honest review of how it is when it's fresh but when I heated it up, it had a great snap and was delicious. I'll be back if I ever see another Portilllo's.

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    Britney M.

    Love Portillo's! I absolutely love the cheese! Get the French fries with cheese sauce. It's such a great combination. They make the fries crunchy and salt them perfectly. One thing I noticed, is that they always have top notch customer service at Portillo's. They make sure you have your order correct, and provide condiments and napkins. Ambiance is usually just, but worth the wait. The food is consistently good.

    Dipped Italian Beef with Sweet Peppers and Giardiniera Peppers
    Erik G.

    I've been wanting to visit Portillo's for a while, but we're always busy when we're in Anaheim. Finally, I got the chance to check it out! As a chain from Illinois, this is one of only two California locations, and it's in Buena Park. The place was packed early, even shortly after opening. You can order at a kiosk or in line. Be sure to keep your receipt; they call out your number when it's ready. The Italian Beef with hot Giardiniera and sweet peppers is pretty good. I recommend getting the dip on the side; it gets soggy quickly, especially if you take it to go. I ordered food for the whole family, but they didn't care for it, so that means more for me! Haha. I even ate the leftovers the next day, and heating them up on the stovetop was just as good, if not better. I heated the broth on the side and drizzled it over the sandwich, and also used it for dipping. I tried the Chicago Dog after having the Italian beef, and I thought it was the best. It was the perfect bite - the spice of the peppers, sweetness of the onions and relish, and the great snap of the dog really hit the spot. I even ate it when the bun was soggy, and I still loved it! This fast food is as good as it gets! As with any fast-food place, mistakes can happen with orders. I checked my order upon receiving it and everything seemed correct, but I mistakenly didn't check for the sauces. I saw ketchup in containers, so I went to the counter to ask for packets. However, I forgot to check for the two sauces I ordered with my son's chicken tenders, and they were missing. We didn't realize it until we left, unfortunately. The onion rings were pretty good, and I would order them again, but the crinkle-cut fries were a bit soggy, so I wouldn't order them again. They offer Coke products with free refills if you dine in. I love Portillo's logo, with the weiner dog in a bun with white and red stripes - it's a very iconic design. I definitely will come back to Portillo's; it's my go-to spot for a Chicago Dog. However, since we don't live nearby, I won't be able to visit as often as I'd like. The restaurant is spacious, and I love the Chicago-style decor - it makes you feel right at home. I would definitely order the Italian beef again with the dip on the side, and I'd also get two Chicago dogs.

    Nikolai T.

    Wow!!! This place seriously has a unique set up and it is awesome! Very welcoming and the food is hearty and for sure fills you up. The Rodeo burger is crazy flavorful and the onion rings on the burger and on the side hit so good. The chocolate cake shake is so bomb and has bits of cake at the bottom! Definitely a place to treat yourself! All the art all over the walls are really cool too and has a nice vibe to it.

    Reena S.

    Portillo's chocolate cake is a little slice of heaven. I've ordered this cake for my HusBae's bday in the past and we had to get some in person! I wish the cake was served on a plate instead of in a plastic box and that there were coffee options too. We came here just for the cake but there are a bunch of food options as well. Save room for dessert! ;)

    Double Rodeo burger
    Jenny T.

    Seriously, Portillo's has the best onion rings in the game; they're super crispy and crunchy, and seasoned to perfection. I absolutely love the rodeo burger. It's like the western cheeseburger at Carl's Jr, but much much, MUCH better quality and taste. It's paired with their amazing onion rings inside the burger, so it's phenomenal in flavors and textures. I eat it with their delicious refrigerated ranch ( you can ask for some when your number gets called at the pick up window). They have a wall full of cute merch at the check out line now! I received a slice of chocolate cake for free for my birthday month by being in their loyalty club. So decadent! Overall, I love Portillo's. They have ample seating and the staff are all so nice and helpful. Highly recommend.

    Two Chicago dogs, onion rings and a drink. Filling!
    Kevin C.

    I was visiting the family home in Buena Park and decided to get some Chicago dogs from Portillo's. I've been a fan of Portillo's since they opened up this location, even coming to the grand opening of this one. I know Portillo's started in Chicago, and I've been told that the Chicago dogs are authentic. I'm not sure if they are or aren't, but I know that they're tasty! This location is in a standalone building in the parking lot of Buena Park Downtown. Don't let the Downtown part of the name fool you; it's not the actual downtown section of Buena Park. Anyhow, parking for Portillo's is easy to find. This Portillo's have a drive thru. which can save you time with their quickness. I like ordering at the counter with a live person. I've never had bad customer service. My go to order has been two Chicago Dogs, onion rings and a drink. I look forward to getting my order number, which is what the employee at the pick up area will call out in addition to something else that they'll say, such as, "Order number 108, your meal will be great!" or something similarly silly like that. The hot dogs are made of beef and have the casing on them, so you'll get that snap when biting into them. When ordering them, I always get everything on them, which includes sliced tomatoes, chopped onions, celery salt, peppers, yellow mustard and their bright green relish - everything piled in/on a poppy seed hot dog bun. The onion rings are deep fried, not too greasy, and are nice and crispy. Fountain drinks are self-serve. There are many more items on the menu, including burgers, sausages, salads and desserts. This place can get very noisy, depending on the amount of customers, and is a pretty good place for large groups. There is outdoor seating in the patio. Enjoy!

    Patio area
    Paul I.

    We got the food pretty quick. I had the double burger and it was amazing and juicy. The bun was soft. I actually like it better than In-N-Out Burger. The place was busy. The place had an old Midwest restaurant kind of theme. I'll be back.

    Menu 12/11/25
    David K.

    When we go to Knott's Berry Farm, we almost always eat at Portillo's for dinner....except when we're craving Mrs. Knott's fried chicken and decided to put up with the long lines. Going to Portillos has been a family tradition of ours for over 10 years now. Portillos is RIGHT by Knott's, quick, very reasonable, very tasty and equally as consistent as In 'n Out. They have it DOWN! Seriously, over the years, the delicious Italian Beef sandwiches and Chicago Dogs have always been on point. The best way to get the Italian Beef is with sweet and hot peppers (including the awesome giardiniera: Italian pickled vegetables), "extra dipped" in gravy (but only if you are dining in). We have taken plenty of Portillos' excellent food home but you'll want to get a side of gravy to dip in otherwise you'll have a soggy mess. Not that that is a bad thing; it still tastes great but that's my personal preference. The wife likes it extra dipped and gravy on the side. I am always torn between the Italian Beef sandwich or the Chicago Dogs and usually have half and half and take home the rest. Last night, I was having some pretty bad heartburn (thanks, Wegovy!) so I went with the perfect Chicago Dog (as if that would go down easier...lol)...and ended up ordering an Italian Beef ("sweet & hot") to take home. How could I not? The Chicago is absolutely perfect and exactly how it should be: crisp snapping hotdog, mustard, nuclear green Chicago relish, celery salt, chopped onions, sliced tomatoes, pickle spear, sport peppers (I still don't know what makes 'em sporty), all on a perfectly steamed poppy seed bun. Damn, as I type, I want another one right now!! The boy ordered an Italian Beef with sweet peppers and gravy on the side and was in heaven. Because of that darn heartburn my wife was also experiencing, she just ordered an Italian Beef sandwich without any of the yummy peppers, extra dipped with gravy on the side. I had a bite and it was very tasty but we both missed the giardiniera, in particular. Heartburn be damned! The girl had said recently that she didnt like Portillos (for shame!) but she ordered the Char-Broiled Chicken Sandwich and she said it was the best chicken sandwich she'd ever had. She even ordered one to go to have for lunch today. We usually order a large fry and an order of onion rings to share and the crinkle cut fries are oh so perfect! The rings are great too, super crunchy due to the breading, not too much breading, though. And if you drop them a survey (QR codes on the receipt), you can get a free large fry...which we always get when we place the 2nd order to-go. Beers on tap have varied over the years. Beer is served super cold in a chilled schooner and is a good deal for $6-$7 depending on domestic or imported. They had three last night, including Blue Moon. My wife loved the Coors Light (water) on tap and I had a Modelo Especial. I have preferred when they have an IPA on tap. I forgot to add that they've changed up the ordering system and have included several tablet kiosks where you can order like you're at McDonald's. It is very efficient and has helped with some of the lines (which were never bad) we have experienced in the past. One minor issue I had is that it didn't recognize my mobile number for rewards points. LONG LIVE PORTILLOS! HIGHLY HIGHLY HIGHLY RECOMMEND!

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    Ask the Community - Portillo's Buena Park

    Do they except EBT?

    Good question. I googled and it says yes. They are a part of the restaurant meals program.

    Do they have dollar hot dog days?

    Hell no. I wish.

    Is it possible to place an order verbally instead of using a kiosk at this establishment?

    Yes, there is STILL a counter for traditional ordering.

    Do they still have outdoor seating ? And are dogs allowed outdoors?

    They do have a large patio and last time we went I also was able to take my pooch in the patio area to eat with us.

    Do they have gluten free buns?

    I don't think the bun is... but you can ask for gluten free options. Double check tho, I'm not 100% certain.

    Do they have the Field Roast vegan dog like the Chicago locations yet?

    They had a plant based garden dog when I was there on Sunday May 29th.

    Are the beef hot dogs kosher?

    I doubt it. They don't keep kosher. They mix dairy and meat. If you're looking for a Kosher dog for the flavor, these dogs taste good even if they're not Kosher. But if you're trying to keep kosher or want kosher style, look elsewhere.… 

    When will you be opening the dining room again? I'm not into eating in my car.?

    It's already open for dinning inside.

    Are the hot dogs all beef?

    I believe they are all beef. I don't like hot dogs that are made with pork and can tell the difference in taste when they have pork in them. I really love these, so my guess is all beef. You can call the location and ask. I'm sure they would be able… 

    Do you guys show all Cubs games?

    I don't really see TVs inside (I would double check but i wouldn't drive 1 hour and 40 minutes just to check) but there is music.

    How much is the chocolate cake shake?

    Small 3.99, large 4.99

    Do they allow dogs (pets)?

    As a general rule of thumb, most food establishments do not allow pets due to health concerns. However, this location does have a large outdoor patio accessible from the front entrance which may be suitable for animals. I personally have never… 

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    4.7
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    Halal
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    4.0
    (264 reviews)
    1.6 mi
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    Great experience!! Welcoming team, burgers live up to the…read morename! Good was hot and fresh Nicely done

    Walking in to the place it's not very eye catching to be honest, the restrooms had no soap and very…read moreunsanitary. I understand why they use a stick with a key to use them but the sanitary function of that is already a minus for me. Food: quite expensive for what I got!!!!honestly way below Average, they recommended the patty melt and it was subpar to say the least, very greasy and un flavorful, too much cheese I couldn't finish both half's when normally I do at any other place. The fry's were ok. The fountain drinks, very messy and not clean Staff: very welcoming and helpful, fast service. Seating area: many places to sit mostly booths ,again aesthetically not very pleasing but looked clean and plenty of space to sit. I risked it and tried this place out of no recommendation other than stopping by and I don't think I will Be back. Maybe some of their other items are good but I will pass on this place. Great staff though. I have moved this up to 3 stars solely because the response to my feed back was well received and that alone speaks highly of making an attempt to help their restaurant to be better. The goal is not to just criticize or review for the sake of reviewing but to actually help businesses and which comes full circle both for customers and business owners. Thanks to the reply I may give it another shot for the burgers if I am in the area and in hungry!

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    Fiesta Pack take-out $10.99 - Two tacos, bean & cheese burrito and fries, neatly packed! Tacos were just ok.
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    4.0
    (112 reviews)
    0.8 mi
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    3.1 mi
    $$

    Deliciousness BBQ beef brisket with fried cauliflower. Spicy & mild BBQ sauce with pickled onions…read morewith jalapeños balance the sweet/spicy/rich meaty flavors. Fast service and friendly folks. Korean Fried Chicken (KFC) wings with garlic soy was great, but I forgot to take a photo ‍

    Yesterday, my wife made some black-eyed peas--but nothing to go with them. That was my cue to find…read moresome meat and cornbread. On the way home, I stumbled across Wholly Smokes. I'd never been there before, so this review is all about first impressions. As we approached, the sign caught my attention: "Under New Ownership." Outside, an employee sat scrolling on his phone. It was a quiet Sunday around 3 PM, and we were the only patrons in sight. Checking Yelp beforehand had been a bit of a letdown, as their menu featured items they no longer offer. No links were available either. We ordered half a pound of pulled pork, half a pound of brisket, and four pieces of cornbread--all priced reasonably. Their tap selection turned out to be decent. The Cali Squeeze Blood Orange was a standout, and they also seemed to carry Firestone Walker products, including 805. The staff were friendly and responsive, which was refreshing. While the brisket had cooled by the time we got home, it was still tender and flavorful--just like the pulled pork. The real surprise? The chimichurri that accompanied the brisket--an unexpected and delightful touch. Overall, I'd rate the experience as average. While it's clear they've got potential, a bit more effort could turn Wholly Smokes into a go-to spot. Leaning in on those small details would really elevate the experience.

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    The Grind Burgers Chopped Cheese Fries Etc

    The Grind Burgers Chopped Cheese Fries Etc

    3.9
    (96 reviews)
    6.3 mi

    Family had a engagement at the Cerritos mall to see baby gender when we were done it was munch…read moretime. My adult daughter her hub and kids got something my wife told me find something good. Now I stood in front of this establishment their 4 screen menu and special that jump on the screen, for two specials. BBQ bacon chopped sandwich.. You can watch the grill as the cook staff makes the food. Impressive how the young man manages the grill with pride. Counter staff very friendly and knowledgeable. Food is made to order so it takes a few minutes which is great because it's fresh and hot. The special we got was any sandwich and drink and they had two more special flashing that's why it took a few to decide. The sandwiches were well made hot, tasty and good size drinks also good size. So so tasty so filling, bread to meat ratio well done. For a mall food outlet this place I recommend price to product is good They are POS ready and even have a kiosk if you want to order Food = 8 Quality = 8 Customer service = 8 Price to product = 8

    I was having my car serviced near by the mall so I walked to check out the food court. I chose The…read moreGrind for I was in the mood for a smash burger. Okay, I ordered a single without cheese which I think was a mistake. The burger included lettuce, tomato, and grilled onions. I think they seasoned the meat but I think if I would've kept the cheese it would've had more flavor. The fries were nice and crispy and hot. The counter person was very helpful and friendly. The ambiance was a mall food court so you have a lot of people eating with you.

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    Kokodeck

    4.7
    (220 reviews)
    2.1 mi
    $

    Wish I could give them ten stars. Been here many times, food is always great. Freshly made to…read moreorder. Family run and they care about their business. Dined in many times, the place is always clean, pleasant and the staff is very attentive. Also their takeout food is awesome, same good quality and care, made fresh to order. The general location is a little challenging. Beyond the control of the owner but perhaps the area will improve with years to come. I wish these hard working folks nothing but success, and from freshly made sushi, to and absolute awesome chicken sandwich that needs to be experienced. I would have posted a picture of the food, but it was so good, I forgot to take a picture to share.

    Oh my gosh ... why did we not try this place sooner. A M A…read moreZ I N G . Best Japanese food we've had locally .. my wife and I both ordered the katsu curry plates .. phenomenal . The curry was incredible . Normally you get the store bought curry at restaurants but this actually tasted homemade. The katsu itself was very crispy and seasoned perfectly. We also got an order of garlic edamame.. TO DIE FOR, and an order of the cucumber salad.. perfect . Oh and don't forget the miso soup... BEST miso soup we've had in a very long time. Safe to say this is going to be our new go to. Only 5 min from our house . The girl who helped me at the counter was such a sweetheart . Really nice little restaraunt inside as well.

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