Old School Hot Dog cart in Yorkville Town Square Park. Get the Special 2 Chicago style dogs +…read morechips and soda for $8. You can choose as many or as few toppings as you like. Several floor chips and soda to choose from. Steady line of people while we were there. Great first time visit!

An amazing throwback to simpler times.... A hot dog stand w/umbrella in a small park that has a…read morebandstand. They have a two dog special for $7.50..... includes chips, drink and of course the hot dogs. They have all the Chicago Style dog toppings and even offer that "Red Stuff" that Chicago dog purists frown upon. The dogs were excellent and the staff was friendly. If you're in the area stop by!

Wow! This place REALLY surprised us…read more We were looking for something different from the usual burgers, pizza, and tacos routine after my girlfriend mentioned she'd been craving gyros. Naturally, I started searching for places nearby, and while there was no shortage of options, Nicky's immediately stood out. Their photos looked incredibly well presented, with gyro meat piled high and genuinely generous portions. When we arrived just before 7 PM, the parking lot was nearly full, and after our experience, I can absolutely see why. The staff were incredibly friendly and welcoming. They could tell it was our first visit and happily walked us through the menu, answering every question with genuine warmth and patience. The food itself was excellent. Everything came out piping hot, fresh, and full of flavor. The gyro meat was tender without being overly fatty or dry. The hand-cut fries were especially impressive, perfectly crispy on the outside, fluffy on the inside, and seasoned just right. The onion rings and mozzarella sticks were equally well executed. The real showstopper, though, was the imported Greek baklava. I've had baklava from many different regions and styles over the years, and this was easily some of the best I've ever had. Rich, syrupy, incredibly flavorful, with a heavier note of cinnamon layered throughout that made it truly stand out. The menu is expansive, covering all the classic greasy spoon favorites you'd hope for, and the restaurant itself was clean, bright, and bustling with people clearly enjoying themselves. Near the end of our meal, the same staff member who helped us at the counter came by to check on us and ask if we needed anything else, which was a really nice touch. She also mentioned this is the original family-owned location, and honestly, that care and pride really shows. Overall, a fantastic first experience, and we're very glad we decided to stop in. We'll definitely be back soon to try more of the menu.

There's a Nick's Red Hots on Rt. 59 in Aurora I have previously (and positively) Yelped, this store…read moreis NOT affiliated with that one. That being said, there must be some magic in the "Nick" name, 'cos this place is a top-notch Chicago-Greek Fast Food resto as well. It's a clean, inviting room, with a great menu. They're not re-inventing the wheel here, but they are spinning some fine stuff. Wife was a regular here when she was toiling for Attorneys in downtown Naperville, and always enjoyed their burgers. That streak was not broken on our recent visit. If there are Greeks on the premises, and Gyros is on the bill, I'm relatively assured of a good feed, and the Gyros sandwich here was spot on. Served with good crunchy fries, it hit the spot. I saw they had Spanakatiropita (Spinach-Cheese Pie) on the menu and had to try it. It, too was yummy. Surprised to find a snack-sized Greek Salad alongside the pie with a nosh of good Feta. Bonus! Naperville is a lot closer than Halsted Street! Throwing 4 for decent Bread & Circuses. A solid bet for a fine lunch/dinner. Eat here when you can!

It was one of those rare afternoons where the air finally felt alive again after months of brutal…read morewinter winds and endless gray skies. The sun stretched across the pavement like it had personally returned to remind everyone what happiness felt like. The air was crisp, cinematic almost. I had just finished demolishing a bowl at Chipotle when, in the distance, glowing like a beacon of hope to hungry travelers, I spotted the legendary Scooby's sign. Curiosity took over immediately. I wandered into the establishment in search of Scooby snacks. The atmosphere was charming, nostalgic, and wonderfully chaotic in the best way possible. I asked for a paper menu and a few recommendations for the next time I stopped by. Little did I know destiny would return me there in less than 24 hours. The previous night had been a reckless adventure through the city. Loud music, shots, questionable decisions, the usual. The next morning I awoke slightly dehydrated but not hungover because, quite frankly, I am built different. Starving and operating purely on instinct, I prayed Scooby's would be open. Miraculously, it was. As I approached the restaurant, I could hear the passionate echo of a woman enthusiastically yelling into a microphone at what appeared to be a nearby high school graduation ceremony. I stepped inside and was greeted by a smile that honestly made it difficult to remember I came there for food. I asked for a recommendation and was directed toward the gyro meal with jalapeños on the side. What arrived before me was not merely a gyro. It was a colossal, magnificent monument to human achievement. The thing was enormous. Overflowing with flavor, perfectly seasoned meat, fresh toppings, warm pita, and enough character to deserve its own Netflix special. I have eaten gyros from many places, including spots run by Greeks themselves, and somehow this glorious beast stood above them all. The interior of the restaurant felt oddly familiar, almost like a real-life Krusty Krab tucked away in the suburbs. Naturally, I felt spiritually obligated to order what could only be described as a Krabby Patty equivalent. The hamburger arrived beautifully grilled, juicy, smoky, and crafted with the kind of precision reserved for aircraft engineering. Scooby's is not just a restaurant. It is an experience. A beautiful fever dream fueled by hunger, nostalgia, jalapeños, and exceptional customer service.

A buddy and I stopped in here a little while back when in the area. We were at Microcenter getting…read morea new part installed on his PC and an employee recommended Scoobys. It's a smaller joint as far as standalone restaurants go, but it had everything you'd expect and want from the local dog house. A wide variety of menu choices and green river on tap? Sign me up! The cheese sticks were good, and got devoured pretty quickly, though that's about as much as I can say there. The fries slapped for sure. They have that fresh cut flavor and styling, and were a beautiful sight to behold. The dog was certainly on the skinny side, but I still enjoyed it for what it was. My buddy liked his polish, and had great compliments for the breaded mushrooms. Our milkshakes were phenomenal also. Honestly a solid lunch outing overall. Will definitely be looking to come back the next time we are around. I don't know if this place is associated with the places called Scoobys, but those are on my list too!

My first time here. I just wanted a couple hot dogs. But I was hungry, so I also got a combo wet,…read moresweet, and hot. And all I can say is..... thank goodness. That combo was awesome. The dogs were perfect. But what ever they use to cook the fries in???? they were some of the best fresh cut fries I've ever had, anywhere!! A really great hotdog joint in Yorkville. I'm definitely going back. (I wish I would have taken a photo of the food but it was gone in mins.... all of it. )

First time coming here, I was in the mood for a hot dogs since a few of the other places were…read moreclosed or there was a long wait. Thankfully this place had no wait! The owner was very nice and friendly! He was friendly and attentive. The menu was a bit small but I was so solely in the mood for hot dogs anyways. The prices were a little above average but I couldn't complain about supporting a small business. Wait times were not bad at all. The food was phenomenal! I even took a free hat too as a little souvenir.

I have driven by many times and decided to give them a try. I know it's a hot dog stand but I got…read moretheir chicken sandwich. The french fries were good and the soda was fresh. I would definitely pass on the chicken sandwich. The flavor was odd and it's a processed breaded chicken patty. Price point was standard.

We have driven by many times and even tried to stop twice, but it was not open for dinner. We then…read moretried the "lunch" hour and found them open. We got the hot dogs - Chicago style. And they are good. Nothing that makes them stand out from other Chicago style hot dogs, but quite good.

While passing through the area my wife found this hidden local gem and it was well worth the stop…read more I am even thinking about going back tomorrow. We talked to the person there and found it was run by his family, and they do an exceptional job. My wife had the Liberty Cheesesteak with added onions while I had a combo Italian Beef/Italian Sausage sandwich - dipped with added onion, hot pepper and cheese. We also had a side of fries. Both sandwiches were big, which you would expect. The Philly had finely chopped steak with the peppers, onions and cheese all mixed in. My wife said it was fantastic. My combo was incredible. The beef was seasoned perfectly and was clearly not sitting all day in the au-jus (which when talking to the owner afterwards he confirmed was the case). You can always tell this because the meat had a nice texture and was not overly salty, but instead as I stated seasoned and cooked perfectly. Additionally, the fries were well cooked, crisp and hot. They take care to keep the oil fresh and clean, so the fries taste like fries instead of old dirty oil. As an added bonus he even treated my pup to a small dish of ice cream which she enjoyed on a hot day. Fortunately, we showed up a little after the lunch rush and was able to spend a few minutes talking about the business and baseball and our combined hate of the dreaded Dodgers. Even if I don't go back there tomorrow, it's definitely a must stop next time through the area.

What went well? Everything! A little spot of goodness here…read morein North Aurora! Service is top notch, food is excellent! Quality meats, fresh breads, limited beer choices but that doesn't matter. Come by & give it a try! You'll never regret it!

We had Joe and his hot dog cart at our son's backyard birthday party this weekend and it was a HIT!…read moreThe hot dogs were absolutely delicious and Joe was incredible to work with! We will definitely be asking him back for other events in the future... Highly recommend!

Open again for 2025! Old school hot dog cart, plenty of parking and benches in the area.read more

Checked out this casual place in Yorkville to get lunch. Home Run Hot Dogs is somewhere to stop in…read moreand get something to go or eat it on the way out. It happens to get a lot of business from the local youth leagues in summer. A pretty good variety of toppings to choose. They have plant based options so good thinking. Basic looking place with a counter to order at. It's located next to Fox Republic Brewery. There's even an order window. Can order it from over there while having beers. Then pick the food up at the window. It's about $5 to get the Windy City Veggie Hot Dog. This is a plant based wiener with all the classic toppings. Among the meaty ones you can get are the chili and cheese. There's also sides like fries and mozzarella sticks. For sure it's one of the places to look for. It's got a lot to choose from and more than just sausages. They have options for vegans and vegetarians.

We stopped by for an Italian beef sandwich and it was great! My husband and I both ordered the…read moreBullpen Beef, mine with hot giardiniera and his with mozzarella. The beef was nicely thin cut, piled high and flavorful. I appreciate that the giardiniera had a nice kick of heat. We are looking forward to coming back!