I had read about how Fatso's does the char dog. I made this my last meal in Chicago…read more I went with a char dog, depression style, an order of fries, and a side of the Merkts cheddar. How was it? Fries- Delicious! Fresh cut fries, made right in front of you. They were great! Huge portion, too! Merkts Cheddar Sauce- Hell yeah! Give me a gallon of this, and I will chug it! Such a tasty cheese sauce. Loved dipping my fries in it. Great combo! Char Dog- This dog was delicious! Great char, great toppings. My only beef would be the bun. It definitely could have been more soft/steamed and fresh. It held up pretty well, but there were a couple bites where it broke and flaked apart. Hate when that happens. Still...didn't ruin the overall experience. Had a great last meal in Chicago before I headed to the airport.

Small place but outdoor seating available. Got the Double Fatsos w/cheese combo. A little greasy…read morebut well worth it. Place is pretty clean, staff is nice.

I had a full morning of walking and visiting the zoo with my daughter, so we were exhausted and…read morehungry. We visited in the afternoon so we had zero wait. The staff and service were very quick and friendly. Our food also came out super quick. The chicken sandwich, chicken nuggets, and fries were tremendous. My daughter and I ate a very happy meal on the sidewalk. I do wish they had some seats, but sitting next to the feral cat next door wasn't too bad. Guard your food and watch out for birds.

This place just took the #1 chicken sandwich spot in the city for me!!! And for a decent price?!…read moreThe hype is real!!! Food was delicious. Chicken was moist (we tried a honey chicken sandwich and nuggets), fries were crispy and well salted, and the sauces (garlic aioli and ranch) were free delicious add ons. It's a counter shop, with no seating indoors. There are standing small tables outside available. The service was quick and easy, as their menu is small but mighty! Can't wait to come back and try the hot honey sandwich!!!!

Mysterious food pickup experience! This place operates incognito with no sign - it's actually a…read moreshared kitchen space. I ordered through the Jack in the Box app and somehow the pickup process went smoothly despite the secretive setup. Be warned: NO DRIVE-THRU. Also, parking is absolutely crazy. Many vendors share this kitchen, creating a constant stream of pickup customers. There's no dedicated parking lot - street parking only, which can be a real headache during busy times. Definitely one of the more unusual food pickup experiences I've had. Works fine if you know what to expect, but prepare for both confusion and potential parking struggles on your first visit!​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

This is a ghost kitchen. Becareful thinking this is a full restaurant and be disappointed.read more

Recommended by a friend who is a local. Came around 12:30 on Wednesday early June. Ordered right…read moreaway, not too busy. Was able to get a seat outside. I can see this place getting really busy, very popular. Ordered the Chicago dog, first time trying. It was amazing! Loved all the toppings. If you're really hungry order two. Fries were ok, wish I would have gotten the tater tots. Great place to come after walking along Michigan Av. and/ or visiting Hancock tower.

I'm a big fan of Chicago-style hot dogs, so I was excited to try this place. I ordered the Chicago…read moredog with fries. The Chicago dog definitely didn't disappoint--it was packed with flavor and had all the classic toppings done right. The fries were just okay. They were a bit on the soggy side, although I did order my food to go, so that may have contributed. There isn't any indoor seating, but there are a few outdoor tables if you want to eat there.

This chicken is amazing. They now also give a bit of an "appetizer" that is like Chex Mix. It is…read moreamazing! One can buy some to go. I have been here a few times, and I love how gracious and outgoing the staff is. When weather permits, I favor eating outside of the main area, as the space by the counter is usually busy due to take-out orders.

Great spot, great staff, great food. If you like fried chicken, this place is for you. On…read moreWednesdays kids eat free. One parent meal, one free kids meal. That's a deal. Also, they ducked up my order last time and I don't notice until I got home. I called them and they were going to refund me, but I decided to drive back in and get it. They ended up comping the food that was missing and they threw in some more food that I ordered when there. It was their mistake and they did me right. I didn't ask for it but they did the right thing. They won my business. That's how you treat your customers.

Ordered from the website linked here. Food never arrived. Phone number went to a single beep, then…read moredisconnected. Texting the business via their site went nowhere as well. Either this place is closed and is still accepting orders, or it's poorly run. Either way, would recommend looking elsewhere.

I must say it's one of the best mac&cheese I've ever had. I got the mac&cheese with bacon . If…read moreyou're a fan of mac&cheese then I recommend this place for you!

OMG this is the best burger place in all of Chicago! The prices are amazing too. My jr cheeseburger…read morewith toppings (they're included) was $7.75. My husband's was a double cheeseburger and it was $10.25. I also loved that with all the toppings on the burger it wasn't too messy to eat. We also got onion rings, French fries and a fresh squeezed lemonade to share. The onion rings were so crispy, one of the best I've ever had and the french fries had the perfect ratio of crunch and softness and the perfect amount of salt to taste. The music playing was good and the food came out fairly quick!

Severely understaffed --Do not bother going here during dinner rush!!…read more Saturday night at 6 PM and the management has literally TWO staff members to take and make all orders--for BOTH restaurants!! (Salt and IDOF share staff!!) That is beyond asinine and incompetent, and it reeks of corporate cheapness! These cooks are killing themselves and management doesn't seem to care. Get it together!!

Oh, how I miss that one big guy that used to say, "gimmie a beef, drag it, and a bag to travel"…read more Or, "gimme an ice, cap it, next!" Johnnie's is an icon, just based on the experience of listening to that guy talk. Ah, but he's long gone, and new ownership abounds. But the beef is still great. One of the best beef sandwiches around, combos that are seasoned just right, and Italian ice That hits the spot on a hot summer day. I think the hot dogs are just a throw in, and the fries are decent. But it's the beef that keeps bringing you back. Not much ambiance, unless you want to stand and watch the cars roll by on North Avenue, but the smell of the sausage cooking is intoxicating. The price of the beef has gone up, and I swear it's a tad smaller, but if you're in the neighborhood, nothing hits the spot quite like a Johnnie's beef sandwich. I can still hear the big guy...."Whaddah need, gimmie a beef, wet, sweet and hot, That'l be nine fiffy two, bag it, next!" I miss him...

Johnnie's Beef is known. It has a reputation. One that it upholds with every hot dog and beef…read moresandwich they serve. You've undoubtedly heard the rumors and they are true! Choosing an "off" night (example: a weeknight) or during a less-than-ideal time (example: during a snowstorm) will give you the quickest experience for Johnnie's as the line can get LONG and parking is terrible (tiny lot). Note: this was my second visit as my first attempt, on Father's Day 2025, was a magnificent bust. We had no line and plenty of seating this time! They have a big menu, but save the cute stuff for a follow-up visit and get a beef (& hot dog is really hungry). Do yourself a favor and get an Italian Ice too, time of year is irrelevant. You can thank me after your tastebuds recover from being overwhelmed. Is the food THAT much better than other spots, you ask? Not handedly, no. But the whole experience, especially if you wait in line (in the sun as there is zero shade), is what makes this place great. It really is a delightful Chicago experience. Put Johnnie's at the top of your list this summer, plan accordingly, and ENJOY!