The Dogout

We catered from this local restaurant in Deerfield and while it was our first experience with Dear…read moreFranks, it did not disappoint. The service for online ordering was seamless, the prices very reasonable and the customer service quite outstanding. We had direct communication and real time updates from the in-charge catering staff. We made last minute changes and those were courteously accommodated. Our food was delivered fresh and on time. Thank you Jerry for the superb customer service and communication. Dear Franks will be added to our pool of catering services for tasty bites!

I have been coming to Deer Franks since a kid, hands down the best place in Deerfield. Their…read moreconsistent, great tasting food is the reason when I drive home from college I stop there before getting home.

#1 1 Hot Dog combo

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Gene & Jude's

4.2(2.6k reviews)

18.6 mi

Always 5 out of 5 stars!…read more Just returned from a trip and it's always a must to stop in for hot dogs for the family! It did not disappoint! Needed to Chicago food!

It's was a beautiful night yesterday so we decided to go for a ride to grab a hot dog from the…read moreIconic Gene & Jude's. Before we left I checked the website and saw that they were a cash only business. No problem except we took the 30 minute ride and when we arrived I realized I forgot my wallet at home. Fortunately for us it was a nearby Walgreens where we could get cash. My wife had her wallet so I zelled money to her. Once we got back we then saw that they do in fact take debit/ credit cards. Anywho. It was a no frills place very basic aesthetic nothing special to look at. Just a service counter where you can see them preparing the hot dogs. They do however have a steady line of people! They move the line very fast so you're not waiting long at all. We ordered 3 hot dogs with everything (mustard, onions, relish & sport peppers) the basic depression hot dog. They come with fresh cut fries & we got a fountain Cherry Coke to share. I spent $20 even with tip. The hot dogs were good i wasn't disappointed nice soft bun tasty condiments and a great snap to the hot dogs. I'll give it a 7/10. The fries had a decent amount of salt on them a bit oily and not too crispy but they were fair. They don't have any ketchup in the house. We keep tobacco in the SUV so I added some to the fries for a little bit. Without the tobacco the fries were still tasty. A solid 6.5/10. The service was good. Young people with good customer service. I loved it. 10/10 for service. All in all if I'm in the mood for a drive and a hot dogs I'll go back. If you're in the area and like hot dogs check them out. They also sell tamales. ( I didn't order one) 7.3/10..... all in all. It's really more like 3 1/2 stars! Remember Yelpers ALL reviews are subjective!

The inside of the restaurant

Single Hot dog/with Fries

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Superdawg Drive-In

3.3(564 reviews)

5.0 mi

5 stars! Superdawg was incredible!…read more Got some coffee, Super Shrimp and Super Fish all were amazing! I saw they had some cool looking deserts and their own beer too. Gotta try all those next time for sure! Also loved the 1950's drive in style of the parking lot and the over all vibe way too nostalgic cool! 200% coming back!

Apparently, when you are visiting Chicago, you have to try a superdawg…read more... The flavor was all there, the bun was a bit soggy. I absolutely loved the nostalgia. And apparently the locals just love it

Cheers! Supertamales, Superdawg, pineapple shake

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U Dawg U

4.4(122 reviews)

8.3 mi

Jumbo dog, regular dog... Double delicious! The deliciousness only surpassed by the kindness of the…read moreowner and the workers

U Dawg U is the fast food equivalent of a comfort blanket--quick, crave-worthy, and there when you…read moreneed it. If you're in the Northbrook area, this place has a solid chance at satisfying your hunger. It's one of those carryout spots that gets you in and out faster than you can say "Chili Cheese Dawg," and sometimes, that's exactly what you need. U Dawg U is an order at the counter (or online) and take to go type place in a strip mall. No frills. Just a counter, a soda machine, and a few other people at midday standing by for crave-worthy fast food. Note there is easy parking out front. If you're around Happ Road and need dawgs that hit the spot fast, U Dawg U has you covered.

Sweet Potato Fries

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Josh's Hot Dogs

3.9(190 reviews)

4.4 mi

Just ate some hotdogs from Josh's hotdogs yummy Nice owner too! We will definitely be back!read more

Asked for Two char dogs asked for to be almost black they were not. We were not in a hurry. Fries…read morewere very mushy.

A dog dragged through the garden.

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Outside

Salerno's Red Hots

4.6(78 reviews)

47.9 mi

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. )

Service was great! Owner was awesome!…read moreFood was great and as I remember it from Chicago, it's great that we can still have good hot dogs Chicago style close to home. Will definitely come back again.

Owner is awesome

Italian Beef with sweet and hot peppers and a side of large fries.

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The Mean Wiener

4.0(300 reviews)

2.5 mi

Mean Weiner you earned this absurdly mean & AWESOME Review. Ladies & gentlemen, this place is a…read moretrue gem tucked away near Fort Sheridan. Fun atmosphere, good music, excellent customer service and very clean indoor & outdoor dining area (limited seating but it's better than nothing). I have the Francheesie Hot Dog & it was great. Also, love the bread they use here for their buns. Soft, and not cheap. Fries are on point as well. Better than some of the usual cheap crinkle cut or shoe string fries. I'd put their fries on the same level as Five Guys. For the vets & active military in the area, take note they do offer a military discount and your fountain drink is on the house. Loved the experience and food Mean Weiner. Stay Mean!

Good cheeseburger, huge menu selection, and the ice cream looked really good. A few things like the…read morefries, the tortilla chips, and the beef empanada definitely missed the mark for us, which was disappointing because we were told they had the best fries - it sounds like they recently switched to a different style. Soda wise they have fountain coke and a bunch of jarritos in bottles, which is always a good combo to see. I'd probably go back for a hot dog but not sure what else.

24.1 mi•River North, Near North Side

Entry area where you order and get your drink.

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Lobby

Portillo's & Barnelli's Chicago

3.9(7.4k reviews)

Jeremiah was very helpful and polite with my assistance with an error in my order and provided…read moreservice quickly and effectively

Tried my first Chicago hot dog here at Portillo's and got the OG and the Maxwell. I heard ketchup…read moreshould 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.

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Dawg Park

4.0(222 reviews)

7.8 mi

I've never been so confused at an eating establishment…read more There are dogs. I like dogs...I have a dog...but do they never accidentally pee or poop inside? Menu is really big, a bit too many options so I had to stare at it for quite a while. Food is decent. I had a Chicago style dog and chili cheese fries. My son had a cheeseburger and fries. We had two fountain drinks. The total was $40. Inflation or are these particular prices unreasonable? I don't know, but $40 for a burger, a Chicago style hot dog, two fries (to be fair, one was chili cheese fries), and two fountain drinks seems excessive. Service was pleasant. I could see how the concept works for dog people who are dog crazy. Again, food is decent, prices high, service pleasant, decor and concept a bit confusing.

Stopped by Dawg Park in the Glen and tried the lemongrass chicken sandwich. It was good, but a…read morelittle on the dry side--definitely could've used some extra seasoning or sauce. My daughter had the smoky BBQ sandwich and my son went with a hotdog, and they both absolutely loved their picks. The spot itself is super cute and in a great location--right in the Glen, which has that lively city vibe but still in the suburbs. They also have fun extras for the kids like giant Connect 4, which kept them entertained while we ate. Overall, a great place to check out if you're looking for something a little different in the area!

Connect 4

Coconut Pineapple Shake

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Cheesy Italian Beef

Boss Dawgz

4.6(169 reviews)

30.7 mi

We stopped for lunch at Boss Dawgz. Hubby had the Chili…read moreBoss and I went with the Chicago Style, a classic. The homemade buns are like none other, so fresh and soft, and the fries...chef's kiss. Boss Dawgs has 30+ creative varieties of hot dogs plus specials and also Italian beef, brats and Polish sausage. Their buns are made daily in house from scratch, as is their chili for chili dogs. They have the best fresh-cut fries, too. I highly recommend a visit if you venture to the Chicago west burbs. The owner William is personable and we loved talking to him. He cares about his food and customers.

My son lives right around the corner from this place and highly recommended it. I can see why. The…read moreservice was personable and prompt. He joked around with us a bit. Place was clean and had a large selection of typical and unique hot dogs, hot links, kielbasa. I really liked my beef and Cheddar but felt the bread to meat ratio was a bit off. My son devoured his two hot links. One was a special with bbq and bacon. My only real complaint was they had Pepsi products. LOL