Such a fun pitstop in Avondale! You get exactly as advertised - classic Chicago style dogs, no frills, but yummy and reliable. Service was good and place was clean, decor is fun as well. Pro tip, it's cheaper to order the combo option with an extra dog than order another hot dog separately! read more

Skip’s Chicago Dogs - Chicago Chicago-Style Dog - Hot Dogs Near Me - Avondale Estates, Georgia

You really can't go wrong with Skip's hot dogs. My group has been wanting to go to Skip's for months! It has been almost two years since I was there, but others in my group go often as it's close to their home. It's about 45 minutes from the house for me, but we set out in afternoon Atlanta traffic and made it there in about 55 minutes. It was worth the drive. We love a classic Chicago dog! The onion rings were good too, just served warm. I thought they were making them fresh since the front counter girl yelled back that she needed three orders of onion rings. The service was ok...just like any other fast food restaurant these days. We really don't expect great service from the front counter workers anymore and Skip's was no different. (I will rave on my reviews when I do get great customer service.) We had a group of seven so we had to eat outside as the biggest table inside only seats four and we didn't want to sit separately. It was a cool evening, but was about the same temperature inside the restaurant. All in all, we will be back one day when we feel like taking a drive. read more

Skip’s Chicago Dogs - Chicago Dog with onion rings - Hot Dogs Near Me - Avondale Estates, Georgia

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Finally made it to the actual Skip's Hot Dogs location after remembering it from my college days. First time ever going to the physical spot. Got the 2-hot dog combo with chili slaw dogs. Pretty good -- nice flavorful chili, and the slaw added a good crunch and tang. Solid classic hot dog spot. read more

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We went to the drive through. It warmed my heart that the guy was so hands own and personable! I had the Chicago Dog, my friend had a Cheesesteak & fries. Both were delicious Can't wait to return and try other things! I grew up in this area so I was so happy to see it thriving! read more

Went very recently for cheesesteaks. Not so good this time and way off from last time. Way too many peppers. More peppers than beef. And a bit greasy too. Hope it was only a bad night and not the new standard. Everything was ok. read more

Skip’s Chicago Dogs - Hot Dogs Near Me - Avondale Estates, Georgia

Solid fancy hotdog place. I was surprised they also had hamburgers too. I had the jumbo chili dog with slaw. I was surprised the chili was mostly beans, my preference would have been all meat or little beans, but nonetheless it was tasty! The slaw was also good. My husband had a bratwurst with sauerkraut, he said it was just okay but he did like the fries. We wanted to taste another so we each had a bite of the polish sausage too and that was good/interesting. Beware this is not your cheap hotdog place. We spent $30 on two combos and one extra hotdog. FYI they close kinda early, 8pm on Saturday! Parking, private lot + drive through. read more

Skip’s Chicago Dogs - Vienna Grilled Jumbo Dog + chilli - Hot Dogs Near Me - Avondale Estates, Georgia

Long story short...I was told via phone, NOT TO RETURN/COME BACK!! I called about the deceptive sign of CHEESE AND JALAPEÑO SAUGAGE DOGS! Deceptive because they are STORE BOUGHT! I can make these type at home. No effort done by Skip's. Fresh JALAPEÑOS and real cheese sauce is what came to mind when I saw the sign. It's still there deceiving people!! I'M OUT!! read more

We've eaten here several times and usually the hotdogs are good. Today they were just ok. We went through the drive thru and ordered 3 chili cheese dogs, 1 Chicago dog, and fries. The dogs were wrapped loosely in aluminum foil and then placed vertically into the brown paper bag. When we got home, all of the toppings had slide down to the bottom half of the hotdog. Had they been placed horizontally in the bag, the toppings probably would've stayed in place. Today the buns seemed stale. The fries good and thicker than you'll find at most other fast food restaurants. The drive thru service is usually moves pretty fast. We've been inside a couple of times and the dining area is always clean. The staff is always friendly. read more

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I had a great lunch here with my son who works in the area. This was my first time visiting. I ordered a chili cheese dog and I enjoyed it so much. I can't believe I hadn't stopped in before today. I enjoyed the quick and friendly service of Skip's and I will return very soon for another chili dog. read more

I've been here several times. Just been a minute since my last visit. The hotdogs are usually good. I got a Chicago dog and a Polish Sausage and a corn dog this time. The hotdogs and sausage were good. Fries are sold separately if you get a combo.. I only my food on 9/15/2025. I ordered my food through Uber Eats. read more

Skip’s Chicago Dogs - Chicago dog and a Polish Sausage and a corn dog with mustard and ketchup. - Hot Dogs Near Me - Avondale Estates, Georgia

Dogs are amazing But the tamales are the hidden treasure Sooo good on a cold day Chicago style hotdog rivals the competition! read more

I haven't been here since I was a wee 16 year old, so was excited to come on back to give it a try nine years later. My friends and I hopped into line excited for some good dogs and decent company, and left the line $60 broker. $60 bucks, you ask? For hot dogs? Tragically, yes. When they said one hot dog was $8 I thought that it had to be a foot long dog. Spoiler: it's not. Maybe 5" if we're being generous. OK, so in that case this must be like the most spectacular dog you've ever had, right? Also no. The dog was pretty average honestly-- maybe just a step or two above QT or RaceTrac. You can tell 75% of the business of this place are rich young people who are trying to absorb some semblance of culture by going to a "local" joint like Skips. The other 25% are old-timers who are only there because of inertia. My friends and I still joke about it to this day, and don't plan on going back anytime soon. read more

Skip’s Chicago Dogs - Hot Dogs Near Me - Avondale Estates, Georgia

We ordered towards closing. I got the Philly cheesesteaks and the order came out fast. My friend ordered a corn dog and fries. We sat at the diner booth and left at closing. Staff were nice. read more

Skip’s Chicago Dogs - Philly Cheesesteak - Hot Dogs Near Me - Avondale Estates, Georgia

Doesn't look like anything special when you see this place but the food was well priced, made fresh, very tasty, and the people were nice! read more

Skip’s Chicago Dogs - Hot dog and onion rings - Hot Dogs Near Me - Avondale Estates, Georgia

3.5 ~ I had been wanting to try Skip's for four years now. My hubby and I originally thought we might end up in Avondale Estates upon moving to GA, so it would've been convenient. We ended up not moving to that area, and I forgot about this place for a little bit. Time passed and I had tried Baby Al's a few times - which I'm a big fan of and which is much closer to me. A few months ago, my mom and I decided to order a delivery lunch from here. We got the Italian beef dipped with cheese, a tamale, onion rings, and a pizza puff to share. Everything arrived hot and fresh even with the distance. The Italian beef was good and flavorful. It was not as big as the ones I get from Baby Al's though. The pizza puff was delicious. I know it's just a microwaveable good, but I hadn't had one in forever, so it was nice for the nostalgic factor. The onion rings were perfectly breaded and cooked but had no seasoning on them. Finally, the tamale was not at all what I expected. It was very small and not really impressive at all. It's not far off from the canned kind if you've ever tried that, just a step up on freshness. Overall, it was a decent meal. They do not seem to have mild sauce as I requested some if available, but none was given. I would get the Italian beef again and pizza puff if I'm in the area, but do not recommend the onion rings or tamales. The Chicago dogs on the site look good, but once again, I usually go to Baby Al's for my Chicago food fix. I still need to try Fingerz and Rickettes one day as I've heard good things about both places as well. Having lived in Chicago for 2.5 years, so far Baby Al's is more on point with what I'm used to, but this isn't a bad spot by any means. I would go with the Chicago dogs from what I've seen or Italian beef if you're in the neighborhood. read more

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Been my favorite hot dog place for 40+ years. We moved away and went other places and now my daughter lives in Avondale and it has become our spot to meet. Lots of change but Skips is still here. And still as good as I remem read more

Skip’s Chicago Dogs - Bratwurst and a Combo 1 Hot Dog Combo - Hot Dogs Near Me - Avondale Estates, Georgia

Skip Cheeseburger was very tasty. Moist and Flavorfully Good I paired this with some Walmart Steak fries for a quick lunch yes I will be back for sure . read more

Skip’s Chicago Dogs - Cheeseburger - Hot Dogs Near Me - Avondale Estates, Georgia

I felt this was an authentic Chicago Dog considering they are in Atlanta. The ordering and options felt familiar to ordering in Chicago area. It wasn't AMAZING but I was very satisfied as I had been craving a Vienna Beef Chicago Dog for a while. We ordered a sample of many things and everything was satisfying and came out quick. Only thing that could have been better was coordination of getting food to table. Some things were hot, some were not. I think some food sat on counter waiting for other parts of the order. Still, I will definitely be back when I am in the area to support them. read more

Being from Chicago, this place definitely exceeds expectations. Great dogs, fries and shakes. Reminds me of the north side during the summer! read more

I was driving down Avondale Rd leaving the post office and was ready for lunch and noticed a sign at Skips that said Veggie hot dog combo. I had no idea they offered veggie hot dogs and decided it was the perfect fast meal. Truly hot dogs or hamburgers are good because of the toppings and I made a mistake of only ordering mustard on my veggie dog. It was okay but nothing to rave about. The bun was actually pretty good, very good quality. The fries were seasoned well and the root beer was good. Overall it was an okay meal for lunch. If I go back I would definitely add more toppings. The veggie sausage combo was $13.99. I could definitely save money buying my own veggie sausage, bun and toppings and having a meal at home but sometimes you're in a rush and don't' have time to cook.   I heard good things about Skips and I'm sure I would love it if I ate meat.   Service was also great, very friendly! I love that you have a drive through option, very convenient. read more

Skip’s Chicago Dogs - Hot Dogs Near Me - Avondale Estates, Georgia

5 stars for hotdog, 3 stars for service, and 0 stars for Italian beef sandwich. Being my first time here, you would think that the cashier would let you know or tell you the offerings since the sandwich comes dry with no onions, etc. Mine came with nothing but two big green peppers since I didn't want the spicy peppers. I was very disappointed considering most of the reviews raved about the Italian beef sandwich. The au jus was spicy, and the beef was tough, and nothing more than sliced roast beef from a deli market. Also, based on the other pictures from reviews, my sandwich was very skimpy on the meat. The fries were decent, and the hot dog was really good. read more

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Good Chicago Dog plus other hot dogs and sausages on the menu. Order at the counter and pick up when called. Quick service and good food.

I totally enjoyed my meal --friendly respectful service, excellent food quality, clean restaurant. Italian beef is worthy of a beer (I'm not sure they serve beer) if you've read some of my other posts, I don't get back home to the Chi as often as I'd like. Righteous vibe in the words of Siskel & Ebert 'two thumbs way up' Being of a certain age, I enjoyed the music playing, I wanted to hold up a lighter. Lots of Chicago memorabilia (I know it works for me) totally cool place to grab a bite. read more

Being from Chicago, I've been looking for Chicago style hotdogs and good Italian beefs. Today I came across Skips and had to stop in. They have a parking lot around the restaurant and additional parking in the back. There's also free street parking. I was here around lunch time and it was kind of busy, but I was able to grab a table inside. They have indoor and outdoor seating. I ordered the Chicago dog combo. The hotdog was pretty good. I wish I ordered a milkshake instead of getting a soft drink. But next time I'll try a milkshake and Italian beef. Skip's is also located across from a park with plenty of open space for walking and sitting to enjoy the day! read more

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Can you say.... Great service all around! The hospitality here is amazing. From the time we entered the door, we were greeted by staff. The place was clean and sanitary. For a Saturday afternoon, we received quick service with fresh food. The drink station was clean. Dining room and lobby cleaned. Prices extremely affordable. read more

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This place used to be wonderful and reminded me of Home, but now it has fallen off tremendously. The food is tasteless and look at the difference from last year till this year and Italian beef quality. It literally taste like water. 2023 vs 2024 read more

Skip’s Chicago Dogs - Swimming in unseasonable water - Hot Dogs Near Me - Avondale Estates, Georgia

The food is quick and tasty. Very nostalgic feel. Many toppings! Parking is good and the drive thru is a good option as well! Very scenic area. read more

An All American hot dog on Memorial Day Well, technically it was a Chicago Dog...what else? Simply delicious! read more

Came through the drive as we were in the area on the way home. They have hamburgers, hotdogs, chicken tender baskets and more. We order two skip burgers and a skip burger combo. Burgers we're good but not mind blowing. Burgers come with everything: tomatoes, lettuce, onions, mustard, and ketchup. Fries were soft yet perfect about of salt. Will try the hotdogs and corn dogs next time. read more

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The hot dog is good and my son enjoyed his burger but I ordered potato salad and received cole slaw instead. When they handed me the food, they even said that they included a fork for the potato salad. I already had cole slaw on the hot dog. I was looking forward to the potato salad. They need to double check things. There was no one in front of or behind me in the drive-thru line. read more

Skip’s Chicago Dogs - The cole slaw that I received instead of the potato salad that I ordered and paid for. - Hot Dogs Near Me - Avondale Estates, Georgia

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It's just pricey subpar food. They wouldn't last long in the restaurant business if they were back in Chicago, where there's some real culinary computation. read more

Ate there again today after many years. It was still quite good and busy. I had a Chicago dog and a Vienna dog with kraut and fries. Both dogs were very good. I really liked the contrast of the sweet relish and sour kraut. A friend tried an Italian Beef and loved it. The onion rings and fries were good too. The service was quick and efficient, and many of the guys sounded like they were from Chicago. This is a no frills kind of place, just good, honest food at a decent price. I will be back. read more

About 6 weeks ago, R wanted a Chicago dog for lunch, so he looked in Yelp and found Skip's Chicago Dogs in Avondale Estates. Guess where we went? Yep - Skip's! Skip's Chicago Dogs has a free parking lot large enough for all of its customers, plus there is a drive thru window. Customers dining onsite can sit at any of the multiple tables outside that have large umbrellas that provide shade. Customers can also site inside, where there are a lot of tables. The restaurant is generally clean, and, while we were there an employee was busy refilling the napkin dispensers, sweeping the floor and wiping off tables. This is a very popular restaurant, and the employee taking orders at the counter was very quick and efficient, and so the line of customers was constantly kept moving. After looking over the busy menu, R ordered two Chicago dogs, and I ordered two Chicago dogs and onion rings. Curious about seeing tamales on the menu, I ordered two for us to share. We sat inside at a table for two people. Within 15 minutes, our orders were called out and we picked the food up at the counter. Each of our orders came in a plastic basket lined with drip-proof paper. The Chicago dogs were hot (temperature wise) and good, with the usual mixture of flavors going on. I didn't care for the onion rings because they tasted and felt greasy. The tamales weren't wrapped with corn husks, but the masa and the meat both had good flavors. There are so many other things on the menu to try, such as burgers, Italian beef, Polish sausage, Bratwurst, Philly cheesesteaks, grilled chicken, chicken tenders and wings, to name some items. Unfortunately we don't live close to Skip's, so it may take some time before we come back. read more

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I wanted the Maxwell St polish. Both were a little burnt but decent. Fries were not tasty. I doubt I'll be back and I would not recommend read more

Skip’s Chicago Dogs - Maxwell St polish - Hot Dogs Near Me - Avondale Estates, Georgia

Great concept! Food was accurate and stayed warm until we were ready to eat. Alot of menu options to choose from so it is perfect for family dining. They were pricey for the amount of food...no leftovers for your typical meal. I paid $28 and got 6 wings, a hot dog with mustard, 2 orders of fries, a deluxe burger, and 2 drinks. I'll return but not often. read more

Skip’s Chicago Dogs - 6 mild wing combo - Hot Dogs Near Me - Avondale Estates, Georgia

The best Chicago dogs in town. Service is outstanding and food is always top notch. This is a staple in the neighborhood for our family.

I have been going here my whole life and it is always great. I have stopped eating beef but when I did I loved their hot dogs and it was always delicious. I love getting their milkshakes because they are a perfect consistency and so good! I have also been getting the chicken tender baskets lately and they are also so good. They are so nice and crispy and delicious. Also the fries, it is worth a trip just to get the fries. The fries are always good and perfectly crispy and nicely salted. Also, the service is always great both in-store and ordering through the drive-thru. It has been around for so long because they do simple food but they do it well. read more

Skip’s Chicago Dogs - Chicken Tender basket - Hot Dogs Near Me - Avondale Estates, Georgia

Still a four. Couldn't decide between the phill cheesesteak or the Italian so I ordered both and had half of each with an order of fries. Other reviewers said the cheesesteak was small with not a lot of meat and I agree. The flavor was fine but it was all bread. I'd happily pay a dollar more and get more than 3 bites of meat. The Italian had a lot of meat. I added both hot and sweet peppers to mix it up. Definitely did not get 1.00 worth of peppers, see picture. The sauce on the side was not too full of spices but actually really bland and a different color?? Fries look to be hand cut and were the standout of the meal. Not a place I'd visit more than once every other year or so. read more

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Food excellent service was first rate ambiance is homey And prices are reasonable!!! read more

I really wanted to give this place a 4.5 or 4.7, but since that isn't possible I rounded up. I had a hankering for a Chicago dog after hearing a podcast talk about them and I had not had one in several years. A quick google search told me Skip's was just down the street from where I was working in Decatur. I decided to give it a try, and I was not disappointed. There were 2 others in front of me in line, but when it was my turn, I ordered the 2 Chicago Dogs combo with fries and a root beer. The gentleman who took my order's name was Skip. I assume he owns the place. After ordering I asked him about the cheesesteaks. He says they're great, and before I have a chance to ask, he says "We serve them on Amaroso rolls!", so I knew immediately I would be coming back to try them. Skip nad the rest of the staff were super friendly and provided good service throughout. A few short minutes later, they called my order number and I went to the counter to pick up my lunch. The dogs looked GREAT. They are served on poppy seed buns, with mustard, relish, sport peppers, a pickle spear, tomatoes, and of course celery salt. They came in a basket with fries. These dogs were amazing. All beef of course, & they tasted just how I remembered and expected. Great flavors from the whole garden, the dog and bun made for awesome entrée. The fries were hot and perfectly salted to compliment the dogs, so this first experience was definitely 5 stars. Two days later I returned for my cheesesteak. This time Jesus took my order. While not quite as exuberant as Skip, he was also friendly and polite. I ordered the cheesesteak combo with a root beer. Again, just a few minutes later my order number was called. I retrieved my basket from the counter but was a little less impressed with the appearance. The sandwich looked good of course, but the large Amaroso roll was not full as I expected. Instead, the meat barely filled half the bun half full. The basket also came with fries. I took a bite of the sandwich and it was VERY tasty. I loved the simplicity of onions, cheese, and beef melted together in a warm bun. The bun was perfectly toasted and had some sort of butter or something on outside that made my fingers a little greasy. As I continued to eat through the sandwich I was never disappointed. It was warm and flavorful to the last bite and after finishing my fries and my drink I left satisfied. I would probably rate my second trip a 4, because everything was great, but I really would like to see more meat in that sandwich. Maybe offer a "double meat" option for a couple bucks more? The prices are very reasonable and fair for what I received so I would definitely be willing to pay the upcharge for a bigger sandwich. All in all - Skip's is great and will be a regular stop for me anytime I'm in the area. read more

Skip’s Chicago Dogs - 2 Chicago Dog combo - Hot Dogs Near Me - Avondale Estates, Georgia