Mood: Taste of Chicago! Can't go to the Chi Town & not indulge in the best historic of the city. Late night good eats Clean, quick service, & super affordable. Classic Coke 10/10 Fries 10/10 Double burger 10/10 extra onions & pickles Of course you need to visit. read more

Portillo's & Barnelli's Chicago - Hot Dogs Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Char Grilled Italian Sausage, 3.5/5: Def good sausage but didn't have a strong snap? I honestly don't think Costco's hotdog fall behind it much, and Costco is cheaper too... Italian Beef Sandwich, 2/5: not worth it. Found it dry and the gravy (reg), wasn't much either. Bread wasn't toasted. Inside it cafeteria style. It's super dirty in there tbd... wet tables etc. read more

Portillo's & Barnelli's Chicago - Italian Beef Sandwich - Hot Dogs Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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This was my first try of an Italian Beef. We ordered from the kiosk which was pretty simple to navigate, then wait for your number to be called. The interior of the restaurant was fun and lots of memoribilia around. Someone was by to clean off the tables pretty quickly after the party leaves so you can find somewhere to sit and not worry about the mess. The sandwich was good, although I felt the meat was little dry even though the bread was soggy with the juices. Also not a lot of flavor compared to another place I tried later. read more

Portillo's & Barnelli's Chicago - Hot Dogs Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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I truly thought it was overhype and finally made it to Portillo's to try their Italian beef -- it did not disappoint. If you're looking for a quick meal and especially on a late night out, Portillo's will be the go too when visiting Chicago here on out. Service wasn't bad for how long their lines were & the space at the River North location offers plenty of seating and a nice set up. read more

Portillo's & Barnelli's Chicago - Hot Dogs Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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It was good, definitely feels more like a touristy place. The ordering process was weird and honestly as a first timer, they weren't very helpful. The hot dog was okay, nothing crazy but worth visiting. The decor is really fun and super unique. A lot of places to sit and fun things to look at. read more

Portillo's & Barnelli's Chicago - Hot Dogs Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Stopped by here during our Chicago trip and it did not disappoint! My husband and I got 2 hotdogs and fries - it was delish!! We'd never had Chicago-style hotdogs before, and it's truly game changing! The restaurant is also huge and has so much seating for guests. Would love to come back here someday! Also big fans of the comeback sauce, it was great with the fries! read more

Portillo's & Barnelli's Chicago - Hot Dogs Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

So that's the World-renowned Chicago Dog at Portillos! I have heard a lot about it from friends and it really is so good! The Char'diniera Chicago-Style Dog that I ordered was a new menu item, adding giardiniera peppers and provolone to the classic, giving it a slightly sweet but tart taste to the beefy dog. Everything just worked well together! So delicious! One caveat is that it's a relatively small hot dog so if you are hungry, get two because the line is long. And you don't want to wait another 20 minutes for seconds. On the other hand, the Italian Beef was kinda boring. I suspect they messed up and gave me a plain one but turns out any garnishes are optional extras. The gravy is alright, and I had it on the side to control how much of it I want to use as a dip. The decor is colorful as the 40s-50s music playing. It reminds me of some of those classic 90s themed-casinos like Buffalo Bill at the Nevada State Line. All in all, get the Chicago Dogs, they're worth it, but go elsewhere for Italian Beef Sandwich. read more

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This Portillo's is elite vibes with super fun decor, constant stream of people, and a large car hanging from the ceiling. Again, can't say they have the best Chicago dog around, but it's a solid dog with plenty of toppings. The biggest problem is that the bun is a bit too soft / soggy. Cake shake is still my favorite item. Super thick, creamy, and bits of soft, rich chocolate cake. Just a super fun calorie bomb treat. Fries are always piping hot and fresh because the amount of traffic at this location. For a late night spot, absolutely top tier. read more

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07/2026 Rating: 4.0 RESTAURANT: This location was huge! Two floors of rustic decor like old school bikes and cars during the more simpler times. The first floor is an open space where you place your order via the counter or the screens. One one side, is the mobile order counted, the other is where they call out your number when your food is ready. The second floor has the restrooms and more dining space. CUSTOMER SERVICE: The young lady that took my order was nice. On the other side, it got a bit loud with the screaming out of numbers and staff arguing about whatever. The mobile order pick up side had line because whoever was there was sending people to the other pick ip counter even though the order was clearly a mobile order and the food waiting on the assembly line. Staff cleaning the tables were nice and helpful to a guess. FOOD We ordered the Famous 5 meals number 2 with two hotdogs, fries and a drink. A char'diniera hot dog Maxwell Street Style which is a vienna sausage with lots of grilled onions on top. Lastly, a chicken sandwich and a piece of chocolate cake. The hot dogs were crisp and delicious even-though buried underneath a bed of toppings and huge log of pickle, enveloped in that soft bun. The sausage was delicious too but a bit messy with the wet onion making the buns soggy. Fries were crispy and delicious. The chicken sandwich was sooo juicy it was such a nice surprise. The chocolate cake was soft, light and spongy but the flavor did not come through for me. Overall this was a wonderful way to experience a Chicago Hotdog. The food was delicious and definitely hits the spot. The menu has many options for any diet type. The place is big and is perfect for a large group. read more

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I loved the atmosphere of this restaurant. It was bustling with people on a Tuesday afternoon. The wait to place the order at the kiosk looked like it would take a while but it was super quick. I ordered a regular hot dog with everything with fries and a drink. The hot dog was delicious. I don't need to addd anything it was perfect as served. Service was really fast considering how crowded it was. Served with a sole and a funny little saying. I enjoyed visiting Portillo's when I'm back in Chicago it will be the first place I wlll visit. read more

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This Portillo's location is ginormous. There's downstairs and upstairs seating. The ordering is on the circle of kiosks in the center of the restaurant. Bathrooms are upstairs in the back corner. The menu is very extensive. On the kiosk, you can add extras like cheese whiz, etc. I think I got a regular sausage hot dog and the beef sandwich with a sausage. They were both pretty tasty. I tried the chocolate cake, which was heavenly. I liked it much better than the strawberry cake, which came in its own little bowl. Good for large groups. Pro tip: when you sign up for their emails, you get a free order of fries right away! read more

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I tried to search 'best hot dogs in downtown Chicago' and the search brought up a lot of places which would have been an expensive ride, several miles out of the city ... placed which had closed down ... or unrelated restaurants. Despite its 'tourist trap' reputation ... I figured, if they sell a lot of them, they must be good, right? Spoiler alert ... they sucked. Let's talk about the whole ordering system ... Chaotic, confusing, terrible instructions. This is all compounded by them hiring a cranky senior citizen who stands next to the kiosks and rudely scolds you when you aren't following the impossible to understand procedure. The restaurant is a pasta restaurant connected to a hot dog restaurant and looks a lot like the food court of a rest area off the highway, combined with a casino, including creepy mannequins on catwalks and lots of red and purple spotlights and neon. I opted for a regular Chicago dog (jumbo) ... and some sort of special spiced/smoked Chicago dog. It took nearly 20 minutes from order time to the time my bag arrived at the counter. The bottom level doesn't have nearly enough seating for everyone ... and of course no signs direct you to the upper levels, where tons of empty tables are. Filthy, empty tables. Just looking at the dirty tables was enough to give someone food poisoning. Both hot dogs were cold. It was clear they were probably sitting out being thrown into bags, assembly line style, because they didn't taste fresh (or hot). The bun wasn't toasted or buttered ... Just a cold white poppy seed bun for the 'special' dog and a plain white cold bun for the other. Beyond being lukewarm, the hot dogs were pretty bland and tasteless. I could barely taste the relish or mustard. All I could taste was the dill pickle spear resting on top or the odd little spicy peppers with their stem caps. I recommend ordering some dipping sauce, or cheese. I was very disappointed ... which was slightly offset by only wasting $5.50 per hot dog, which was about $5.00 too much but at least not approaching 'bad airport food pricing'. After trying these, I am all set with having another Chicago hot dog. Maybe it would have lived up to the reputation at a fresher place. This is clearly a mass-produced, assembly line kind of tourist trap. There were hundreds of people there at 2 p.m. For reference, my top hot dog spots ... Pink's in Los Angeles ... Ben's Chili Bowl in DC ... Olneyville System in Providence ... Coney Island in Worcester (probably more for nostalgia) ... so it's not like this is my first fancy hot dog experience. One last thing ... the milkshake was no different than McDonalds. read more

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I can now see what all the hype is all about. This is a local staple for a reason. When I arrived it was crazy packed! People were everywhere. I ordered my meal from the kiosk. My food took a long time. Probably about 20 minutes or longer. But it was so worth it. I ordered a dog, fries & cheese sauce, and a bottled water. I devoured it all. The taste was unreal. It was the best hot dog I've ever tasted. The quality of the meat was perfection. When I bit in the sausage, it would snap back. The flavors were complimentary, everything paired well together. When I'm back in the Chi, I will be back. I'll just prepare for a long wait. read more

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Tried my first Chicago hot dog here at Portillo's and got the OG and the Maxwell. I heard ketchup should NOT be used so I made sure to adhere to that rule. OG style was really tasty! I enjoyed the contrast between the fluffy soft bun, with the cool tomato slices, salty spicy sour pickles, and the hot snappy beef hot dog. It disappeared quickly. I realized I needed another dog. So I went to the kiosk and ordered the Maxwell polish dog next. I love grilled onions and there was an option to get French bread too! The Maxwell was super delicious! The French bread has a crispy shell but was soft within. The polish was juicy and snappy. The onions were caramelized and sweet. I added sports peppers to mine, which added a spicy zing. If I had the option to, I would have liked to add tomato slices too. I'm glad I tried both. Between the two, I think I like the Maxwell a bit more. read more

Portillo's & Barnelli's Chicago - Chicago Hot Dog - Hot Dogs Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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It's good it's not bad. A little pricey but it was good and hot only wish my Italian beef was a little more wet. It was dry towards the end of my sandwich. But I do say it's great and it has heat if you order the spicy. Also recommend the chocolate cake shake. It really is a shake in a cup.service was good and the vibe is chill and loud but it's chill. At night it can get pack and may have to wait a just a bit for your food . Cool place for tourists read more

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I visit this place everytime I come to Chicago from out of state. The food is the perfect, hotdogs are amazing and the beef sandwich hits the spot with hot crunchy French fries. Two meals will be more than enough food and spilt so you can taste hot dog and sandwich. Top it off with one of their shakes, we normally do chocolate. Services is fast and they do a good job of cleaning up tables fast so people don't have to wait for a seat. I recommend coming here. Best part they are open until 1am most days. read more

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I was told I had to try this spot for a Chicago dog, and it definitely did not disappoint! I ordered a Chicago dog with everything, a side of fries, and a sauce flight. Ordering was easy, with the option to use either a kiosk or the counter. I chose the counter, and the employee who took my order was friendly. While waiting for my food, I enjoyed listening to a different employee call out order numbers. He was clearly having fun, and his positive energy was amazing! Once my order was ready, I headed upstairs to find a seat. It was much quieter up there, away from the hustle and bustle of the ordering area. The Chicago dog was delicious and lived up to the hype. The fries were warm, though not quite hot. As for the sauce flight, it was meh. The comeback sauce was my favorite by far. I wasn't a fan of the BBQ or giardiniera sauces, and the ranch and honey mustard were just okay. I'm glad I tried them, but I probably wouldn't order the sauce flight again. Overall, the hot dog was excellent, the fries were decent, and I'd skip the sauces next time. If you're looking for a great Chicago dog, this place is definitely worth a visit! read more

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Visited on a very busy weekend and had a good time. Line went to the exterior door to order on the kiosk, took 5-10 minutes to get there. Ordering is straight forward with lots of customizations. Picking up your food is a bit hectic as there is a main pick up counter and a separate area for pick up if they are swamped. It'll be announced on the speakers. Took close to an hour for our order to be called, customers crowd the pick up counter even though they just ordered so be prepared to squeeze past people to get your food. Tables are also taken up by customers waiting for their group to grab their food. Seating is on both levels and outside so it's somewhat plentiful but expect some issues if you go at a peak time. As for the food we got the Italian beef, Chicago hotdog, fries, chocolate cake, and the cake shake. The Italian beef is amazing! Would recommend getting that along with extra peppers! The peppers really bring it all together. The Chicago dog was alright, it is good, fresh, and different from your normal hotdog. Fries were fries, they accommodated the meal well but wasn't anything outstanding. Our uber driver recommended the chocolate cake and the shake. I would say the cake is just average, it was a little under 'moist' status and the fudge icing is a little too sweet but maybe that's just how you would picture chocolate cake. The cake shake is the better version of it, mixed with their chocolate shake it felt nicer to suck it up through a straw. If you sign up for their rewards you'll get the cake for $1 Overall not a bad experience, they are opening a new location by the river in downtown so that might help with wait times. Highly recommend that Italian beef!! read more

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Italian beef too wet (despite asking for gravy on side), fries too salty (but still yummy), chocolate cake shake tastes exactly as it sounds and is far too sweet but the hot dog was perfection !! Ambiance was unique. Food came out pretty quick relative to how busy it was (nonstop orders) read more

Kari's Rating 7/10 12:38am check in. Super crowded and for good reason food took 25 minutes to come out and they only had one line open. Staff was professional and food came out hot read more

What's going on within the restaurant industry?! Service, food quality and cleanliness have been declining as prices continue to soar. I'm old enough to remember when this particular Portillo's was the fast casual standard for everything that made this kind of restaurant great. The irony of my visit today was to redeem a complimentary fry due to a previous issue. After today's visit I think I'm done with Portillo's for a while. Rude staff, dirty floor and tables, cold food, burger wasn't charred, etc. Tbh, my last few visits have been poor as nostalgia kept me coming back like a toxic relationship. This time I'm walking away. read more

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Hmm ok, I love it. Only been there once but totally love the vibe and the food. I might be biased because it was a nice day (sunny but not too hot), it was not busy so hubby and I easily grabbed a patio seat to enjoy the weather. Got a Chicago hot dog and an Italian beef sandwich. The hot dog was good but I loved the Italian beef sandwich. Add a beer and a cake shake as dessert to share. We walked away happy and full. Would go back again when we return to Chicago. read more

Since Chicago is known for the Chicago-style hot dog and Italian beef sandwich, I knew I had to try both while in town. Fortunately Portillo's offers both and it was recommended by locals and previous travelers to make this my one restaurant to try both. I arrived on foot on a Saturday before 10pm and there was a long line to order on the kiosks and a security guard by the door. The restaurant has two floors of seating with dated decor all around, assumingly part of the intended vibe of the establishment. The first floor seating was all taken but there were plenty of tables available on the second floor. I was able to try Portillo's hot dog and Italian beef sandwich. The hot dog included mustard, relish, celery salt, freshly chopped onions, sliced tomatoes, pickle, and peppers on a poppy seed bun. The paper wrapper was strategically wrapped around the Chicago dog inside out, knowing that the logo would be clearly visible when people take pictures of the unwrapped hot dog. I ordered a regular hot dog but probably should've ordered a jumbo hot dog for a dollar more since then regular was tiny; for comparison it was definitely smaller than a Costco hot dog. Although the toppings complemented the hot dog well, the bun was soggy from being wrapped in the paper for only a few minutes. The standard big Italian beef sandwich (slightly wet) was much larger for more than double the price of the hot dog, with no Portillo's branding on that wrapper. I was a little too excited to order this that I forgot to add sweet and hot peppers, but the sandwich still tasted very good. After ordering I realized I probably should've ordered the gravy on the side so I can dip the sandwich more, but again it was still very good. For dessert I tried the lemon cake slice and strawberry shortcake. The lemon cake was a little dry and really sweet and the strawberry shortcake had a little too much mascarpone cheese whipped topping for my liking, but of course I didn't have to finish it all. Portillo's is a good option for casual fast food and for travelers to try. I definitely prefer the Italian beef sandwich over the Chicago dog, but that is my personal preference. For a sweet treat, the strawberry shortcake is a nice option if no other dessert places are nearby. To save time during peak hours, it may be a good idea to order ahead on the mobile app. read more

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My friends and I came to Chicago for a book event and one of the places we wanted to check out was Portillos. I am a glizzy girly and so we definitely had to try the signature hotdogs/ sausages and Italian beef sandwich. The restaurant itself is really spacious, you can either order from a person or a mobile kiosk from the center. We ended up ordering from the kiosk, I ordered the char grilled Maxwell street Polish sausage and an Italian beef. They have an app you can download and get free fries but I was too lazy. Our orders came out quickly, my sausage had a nice bite and tasted so good, I'm not normally a mustard girly but this was really delicious. The beef sandwich was so juicy too, they really pack it with meat, I ended up getting another to keep in the hotel to take home to my husband the next day and it kept really well and he loved it. I also got a chocolate shake car freshener just for my souvenir and it's so cute. Great food, great service, I cannot wait to come back to Chicago! read more

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Another great location and actually I think the best yet. I've been to multiple locations over the years and they never disappoint. The wife and I this time got: Chicago dog (fully loaded) - dog is always good but I'm never a fan of all the toppings as it sogs the bun. It's still good but the wife loves it. Italian beef - here is where I feel they shine. The meat quality, bun, peppers, side pickle...all the flavors all come together so well it's a closed eye chewing in slow motion moment! Service was great (with a smile)! Also, a very cleanly restaurant makes Portillo's a must go for me. It just makes you smile! read more

This Portillos was huge it had two levels. It was easy to order by using one of the kiosks or the app from your phone. My friend and I were waiting for them to call our order number but it was taking a while so I went to the counter and the order had been ready sitting there they just weren't calling out the orders. I'm glad I went up otherwise my food would have gotten cold! I'm not sure if their sound systems were down to call out the order numbers for pick up or if they just don't do that. I came here with my friend as I had never tried the beef sandwich and she highly recommended the cheese fries. I also heard great things about the chocolate cake slice. I added peppers to the beef sandwich to give it some spice but besides that it was bland! I was disappointed but I thought the Chicago dog would make up for it but the bun was soggy. The best part of my order were the cheese fries and I got a free slice of chocolate cake since it was my birthday month! The chocolate cake was the best chocolate cake I've ever had that wasn't homemade. Very moist and lots of frosting! I would come back for the fries and the cake, but I wouldn't order the beef sandwich or Chicago dog again. read more

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When I visited, there was a line extending out the door for both the self-service kiosks and the register, with one employee directing everyone where to go. The kiosks were arranged in a circle, and we were the only party in line instructed to wait behind a group that was finishing their order. While we were waiting, the kiosk next to us became available, and we started to head toward it. However, the employee rudely and loudly told us to wait and instead directed the next party in line to use that kiosk. The same thing happened again when another kiosk opened up diagonally across from us. We ended up standing there until the original group finished ordering, even though other kiosks became available, which took away from the overall experience. After placing your order, the staff calls out the numbers printed on your receipt. If you order at a kiosk, listen carefully--they call out the last four digits of your receipt number. Multiple numbers are called at a time and sometimes with a rhyming phrase (for example, "Number 66, get your fix!"). It's easy to miss your order if you're not paying close attention. I ordered the Chicago-style hot dog, which comes with mustard, relish, celery salt, chopped onions, sliced tomatoes, a kosher pickle spear, and sport peppers on a poppy seed bun. It was my first time trying these toppings together, and I found it to taste fairly average overall. It's a fun place to visit while in Chicago, and despite the crowds, the line moves fairly quickly for both ordering and food pickup. read more

Portillo's & Barnelli's Chicago - Hot Dogs Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

I was super stoked to try this portillos in Chicago but the lack of attention to detail really ruined my take out experience. I asked for no onions and no tomatoes. To my surprise my dogs had BOTH onions and tomatoes. Take a second, double check the order, then serve it. Simple mistakes like this shouldn't happen because they are so easy to avoid. read more

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Visiting Chicago on a business trip. I was looking to check off a few Chicago staples off the proverbial food bucket list. Deep dish pizza. Check. Now, a Chicago dog and an Italian Beef sandwich. I have no idea where the best places are but after asking a few locals and ChatGPT, they directed me to Portillo's. This is an order at a kiosk or register and they call your number and you find a table. I have to say the place is pretty big and it was bustlin' on a Thursday night at 11pm. The decor really can't be described. It's a mix of Chicago memorabilia, celeb photos, and a lot more. It's what I'd imagine if a hoarder did a collab with someone with ADHD. They had what I think was jazzy music in the background. The clientele looked like a mix of finance bros, police, blue collar workers, tourists, and people either going out to a club or starting their "night job." Onto the food. I had an expense account so I went a little hog wild with the ordering. Here's what I ordered and what I thought of it: 1) Chicago dog prepped the standard way "dragged through the garden" so they say. It was okay. I don't know if the dog was sitting in the wrapper while they were preparing everything else or, that's just what it is. The bun was mushy. The dog didn't have a nice snap. It tasted okay. Nothing mind blowing. 2) Italian beef ordered the standard way with hot giardenera. - the beef was dry. Mediocre. 3) fries- crinkle cut. Perfectly salted and crispy. I enjoyed them. They reminded me of Carl's Jr old fries. 4) chocolate cake shake - it was sweet but tasted fine. It's like what I'd imagine if I got a chocolate cake à la mode with chocolate ice cream and you're at the very end when it all mixes together. I liked it overall. Bottom line, would I come back? I wouldn't go out of my way. If I was with a group, I wouldn't put up a fit. I'd probably order something else though. read more

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Came to Chicago for a concert and was recommended to try Portillo's for some Chicago style hot dogs - great experience! Quick service and very spacious seating, and everything came out piping hot! Hot dogs were very filling, and the cheese fries were fantastic. Great tourist experience! read more

Portillo's & Barnelli's Chicago - Hot Dogs Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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This is a no frills joint that moves you in and out fast (except for the beer Line). Got the Chicago beef sandwich with sausage and a Chicago hot dog along with a chopped salad. Also fries an onion rings. You can tell this is traditional Chicago style sandwich and hot dogs, dipped in au jus, bright green relish, what you would expect and it was delicious! What surprised me the most was their chopped salad. Large portion and lots of fresh vegetables. I've never had it with ditalini pasta before but it was a nice contrast to the crunchy vegetables. Highly recommend! read more

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apparently famous for their choc cake shake where they blend an entire cake into the shake, so we had to try it (and the cake itself). I will say the shake tasted exactly like the cake in liquid form! definitely share the calories though! the cake itself was generic, but pretty moist. the interior decor is cool diner vibes and has two floors read more

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I stopped by to try the famous Chicago Italian beef dipped sandwich with sweet and hot peppers, and it exceeded my expectations--it was absolutely deliciou and packed with flavor. Everything was spot on! I'il definitely be back soon to try the Chicago-style hot dog. read more

Everytime I go to Chicago, I usually stop by this Portillo's location because it's in the heart of downtown. It's probably super touristy, but I enjoy their Chicago Dog and the late closing hours. During my recent trip I decided to try their Italian beef sandwich instead, and it was pretty solid. The restaurant is two stories with plenty of seats. It is clean and maintained. read more

Portillo's & Barnelli's Chicago - Italian beef sandwich - Hot Dogs Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

I went to chicago, specifically determined to have a chicago dog and portillos was highly recommended by several people.So of course, I was thinking I would get the most delicious chicago dog in my life.Considering my fancy, the weinerschnitzel version I personally wasn't impressed but I also don't eat a lot of hot dogs.I just wanted to try an authentic chicago dog in chicago.Maybe it was a fluke, maybe I got the floor gusto Next time, I might try it again.But I doubt it, I think i'm soed on the fact of I don't like it. Don't take my word for it.Try it for yourself. I figured the service was great.The ambiance was cool.I did like the environment and the decorations that they went with read more

Portillo's & Barnelli's Chicago - Hot Dogs Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Visiting Chicago, I had to try a legitimate Chicago style hot dog, and Portillo's did not disappoint. The hot dogs were so good I ended up having two. The crinkle-cut fries were tasty, and the beers were huge for only $7. One tip: bring your ID when ordering beers. They carded my wife, and she's 62! Worth a stop if you're visiting Chicago and want to check a Chicago style hot dog off your list read more

Portillo's & Barnelli's Chicago - Hot Dogs Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Recently stopped by Portillo's for the first time and had a great experience. Walking in, I immediately felt immersed in a vintage, almost museum-like atmosphere, and the decor alone makes it feel like more than just a fast-food stop. We ordered the classic Chicago-style hot dog, and our food was ready quickly and called out over the intercom. The hot dog itself was both unique and delicious. With all the toppings, from the zesty sport peppers to the fresh red tomatoes, I honestly wasn't sure how everything would work together, but each bite was surprisingly balanced and flavorful. Between the fun, nostalgic vibe and the solid food, I'll definitely be back to try the Italian beef and the famous chocolate cake shake. read more

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While visiting Chicago, we decided we had to try Portillo's famous Chocolate Cake Shake, and we're glad we did. Even though there was a bit of a wait to get our shake, it was absolutely worth it. Rich, creamy, and loaded with the flavor of Portillo's iconic chocolate cake, it's every bit as indulgent as people say. It's definitely not an everyday dessert, but if you're visiting Chicago, it's one of those classic treats you should experience at least once. Do yourself a favor and order one--you won't regret it! read more

I'm not quite sure how it took me so long to finally have an authentic Chicago dog IN Chicago. And if I'm going to do it right, obviously I'm going to go with the OG. Portillo's knows what they are doing. The bun, the peppers, the relish, everything. It definitely hits when it all comes together. My mom actually went with the beef and cheddar on a croissant and that thing was incredible. Definitely not what we were expecting. If you're looking for what the hype is about Chicago and it's dogs, make sure to start here. read more

Portillo's & Barnelli's Chicago - Hot Dogs Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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This place was hoppin!! Definitely had to try Portillo's when in Chicago since it's iconic and a staple to the people. It was bustling! Seating upstairs and downstairs. Kiosks help you order faster. And surprising readily priced. At the time of this review May 2026 a dog is about $7.49. While you're waiting in line sign up for the free app to get a free large fry! They call out your numbers at the window so make sure you're paying attention! They are serving sooo many people so be careful cause your order might be wrong. Definitely a Legit dog though! Ambiance was somewhat loud but you can still talk and hear just fine. read more

Portillo's & Barnelli's Chicago - Hot Dogs Near Me - Chicago, Illinois