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    Portillo's Rolling Meadows

    3.5 (276 reviews)
    ModerateHot Dogs, Salad, Burgers
    Open 10:00 am - 11:30 pm
    Updated 2 months ago

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    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Dogs allowed
    Good for groups

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    Bill X.

    We knew this was a pretty well-known local spot, so we had to give it a try. We ordered the Chicago-style hot dog and the Italian sausage combo, and surprisingly they also had cake shakes, so we got the strawberry lemon cake shake as well. The Italian sausage combo was fire, especially the sausage itself, which was juicy, well seasoned, and packed with flavor. The Chicago hot dog was also surprisingly good. I wasn't sure how I'd feel about a hot dog with no ketchup, but lowkey, I really liked it. The cake shake was another surprise. Drinking what basically tastes like a slice of cake was definitely an interesting experience, but somehow it worked and was actually really enjoyable. Service was quick, and the whole place had that classic casual local vibe. Overall, we liked it a lot and can definitely see why this place is so popular.

    Italian Beef & Sausage Combo w/ sweet peppers
    Dick K.

    Classic Portillo's, good food, atmosphere. Had the Beef/Sausage Combo, thought the sausage was a little dry, first time for one of those. Should maybe have gotten some beef gravy added. Beef flavor great as always but a little dry too. Had fries and onion rings too. I really like their crinkle fries. Service was prompt.

    Italian Beef Sandwich
    Frank L.

    4 stars for Portillo's overall. This is a nice location in Rolling Meadows next to a big Walmart. Portillo's is just your average Chicago area chain restaurant with Italian Beef's/Burgers/Hot Dogs/etc. I had the Italian Beef Sandwich juicy with hot peppers, it was good but certainly not as good as a mom and pop Italian beef restaurant. If you need something quick and easy and somewhat Chicago style, stop by Portillo's. Also, download their app - you can earn free food/discounts.

    Chocolate cake
    Theresa C.

    Desserts amazing but chocolate cake slice definitely smaller than in my past experience. Burger was charred too much for me . Cheese fries were good

    Ordered a large and this is what was in the bag..

    This is how they're selling large fries these days.. yall need to do better charging people out the ass and then giving half an order.

    Love the neon signage walking into the restaurant.
    Dan M.

    Nothing hits like a real Chicago dog from a Chicago legend. The hot Italian beef with sweet & hot peppers was also . We loved the vintage diner decor as well. Of course there's a choice of kiosk ordering or the counter with a real human, so that's up to you. Great experience while in town!

    that's a plain HOT DOG and CHEESE FRIES in the carrrrrr
    Sarah S.

    There's not a ton of foods I miss from Chicago...but Portillo's is one of them. And it's not even about the Italian beef or the mayo Chocolate Cake we all like to talk about. Not even the cheese fries or the aforementioned chocolate cake shoved & grinded into a creamy shake. Not even the unreplicable chopped salad. I mean, I love all those things. But what I crave here are their good freaking hot dogs. On my last trip home, my friend and I got hot dogs, cheese fries and ate like monsters in the car together. It was grand. At this location, as with all locations, there will be a line. The wait at Portillo's is similar to the wait I do now at In N Out in LA. You drive up, might pull down the block even to wait, but you wait for the drive thru until the staff takes your order. The staff is so friendly and the line moves pretty fast! Now back to the hot dog, nothing beats the Vienna Beef hot dogs they have at Portillo's. I could pretend I was a good Chicagoan for you and that I get my hot dog with mustard, relish, celery salt, freshly chopped onions, sliced red ripe tomatoes, kosher pickle and sport peppers. However that is horrifying to me and I get my hot dog completely plain, just dog on slightly steamed poppy seed bun. It's so freaking good and why can I not find it in LA?! Curses! However, because I cannot, I will continue to patronize Portillo's when I roll back through town.

    Inside seating
    Bob K.

    Location looks quite different than the average Portillos has a 1950-60 era to it. Food is typical Portillos place is clean and I never ordered from a kiosk at Portillos so that was interesting to do .

    Leslie A.

    While I have been visiting Portillo's all over Illinois and Indiana for at least the last 18 years, this was my first visit to the Portillo's location in rolling Meadows. This place is a flashback in time and literally looks like a 1950s diner and it's absolutely incredible to see the decor and how well-maintained. The place happens to be. It is absolutely nostalgic. Of course this is Portillo's and so they have the standard menu, especially since the sale of the company. However, the quality is still there the speed and the great customer service. This is worth the visit.

    Single cheeseburger
    Kathy B.

    I don't know what happened here but today was the day I don't give them another dollar. Burger meat was burnt but so cold the cheese didn't melt. I had to microwave it when I got back to work and just tasteless. I did the drive thru

    Nice signage
    Smith Family O.

    Everything was great here. Service was great, food was delicious and ambience is casual and very nice. I enjoy visiting the different establishments because each one is unique and different. This is my second best favorite location and I have been to many. I can't wait until Katy, Texas gets theirs up and running but they need one on I-10 going towards the Eastside of Houston, preferably in the NorthShore and Woodforest area. I will definitely come back to this one when I'm in town. My only complaint is that they don't put enough hot peppers on it even though they charge you for them. Today I enjoyed the big beef and fries.

    The Leo and Hot Dog
    Mark W.

    Tried the new "the Leo" sandwich. They rebranded their Italian Beef. Its the same thing. Also had to get a Chicago dog.

    Italian Beef Sandwich
    Tricia S.

    Stopped here immediately after landing at O'Hare and on my way to my destination. Easy to find, right off I-90. Italian beef sandwich with cheese - tasty bite but the bread was a little soggy. Good flavor! Fries were salty so I'd likely order with no salt in the future. Crisp and goes perfectly with the sandwich. Chocolate Cake Shake - winner, winner! I enjoyed this the best - good chocolate flavor, bits of cake in every sip! There are a bunch of Portillos in the area so check one out, even if you only stop for the shake!

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    The place I go for my cheeseburger and fries fix! At neighboring Barnellis the chopped salad is a good balance for the meal.

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    Me and my husband love Portillo's love the Italian beef croissant not cheese with hot peppers

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