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    The Lucky Dog

    2.9 (61 reviews)
    InexpensiveBurgers, American
    Open 10:00 am - 2:00 AM (Next day)

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    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for kids
    Dogs allowed

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    a hot dog and french fries

    Food is typically on point. Usually go with a chicken on Pita, Gyro, or burgers. Never had an issue here. The food is relatively pricey. Service is generally quick and the fries haven't missed yet.

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    Art J.

    Well since I had a day of for June teenth day and I got my motorcycle yesterday for my friend giving me a ride I decided to take a ride and take a chance at this restaurant on lake Street every time when I used to work in oakbrook. Well I would say that this was not three stars why? I'm kind of comparing it to tasty freeze back in Chicago and these kind of places. The nachos despite giving a lot of cheese they didn't give the jalapeno peppers despite that I had an odd side order instead of fries for my Italian beef with sweet peppers however the Italian beef sandwich was actually good with the sweet peppers. I think much better than Johnny's beef up and Elmwood Park. The root beer float that I ordered was a disappointment because they put a lot more vanilla ice cream less of the root beer. Other than that this would be like the last place I would consider in regards to quality greasy American food. The only thing that keeps them two stars is just the Italian beef with sweet peppers

    Deep fried polish
    Rozalynn B.

    Lucky Dog has always been a neighborhood favorite for this area. For me it's always been hit or miss. I've had alot of their menu items. Polish, steak tacos, hamburgers, Italian beefs, combos, salads, etc. Unfortunately, I'm never wowed by the food. They use crinkle fries which I don't care for. The foods always fresh. Fast friendly service too. I usually have to be starving or with someone else when I come here. Today I got a deep fried polish, I think it was beef tho and I didn't like it.

    Overcooked Gyro Meat

    I have been eating at Lucky Dog ever since I was a kid and loved their gyros. I was in town and was excited to indulge in one of my favorites; however, I was extremely saddened by what I received. As you can see from the picture, the gyro meat was over cooked, not juicy and was hard on the outside. In addition, the tzatziki sauce was "off", more of a cream cheese and chives taste as opposed to a cucumber taste and sour cream. I may give them one more chance, but I doubt it. I hate to give a 1 star to any business; however, this experiences warrants it.

    a wrap of meat and vegetables
    Maria C.

    Normally I'm not one to complain but the Philly cheesesteak that I got was so so greasy. It was honestly the worst I have ever had. I'm giving it two for the young guy working the counter even tho I kept going up to ask for more and more stuff. Thank you.

    Dominic P.

    Never buy there cheeseburger combo meal... Dried up beef and old lettuce!!! What a waste of time and money.

    Michelle C.

    We typically go through the drive thru. They have great food for a great price. They have everything you can imagine as an option so it is great when you have a lot of company so there are options for everyone. Banana milkshakes are delicious and they even have sweet potato fries! Large portions as well. Gets 5 stars for me as we have been visiting for years!

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    Been coming here since I was a little kid The area has changed and it may look a little sketchy but believe me it is good and safe!! They were always known for their gyros more then their hot dogs, but as I got older I started to get their #7 2 hot dogs and a large Root beer. They are not the best hot dog in Chicago or the surrounding area but it is always fresh and tasty! I love their crinkle fries they are always salty and delicious. Their menu has a ton of items on it, some hits some misses, their drive thru line can having you waiting at times because I think they are preparing everything fresh.. at least thats what I am hoping lol In the summertime their soft serve ice cream is super good.. but if you are in the Melrose park area and have a hankering for se quality fast food, definitely stop by and grab you some hot dogs and a large root beer! Ohh and you cant go wrong with one of their pizza puffs!! Soo good!! But thats just my opinion go check it out for yourself!

    So full...still want ice cream though!!

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    3 years ago

    Amazing Hot Dogs! Double dog, Chicago style, with a double fry and a coke is the way to go!

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    3 years ago

    Place has went down hill.... Hot dog buns always hard. Drive thru kid never listens to your order.

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    Fix your hours on google says u open at 10 am also the people u have taking cash at the window are " slow" and incompetent that's all

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    over priced food garbage.im finished with this place used to be good but its terrible now had steak sandwiche rubber steak hard bread

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    I ordered a gyro with fries. The only thing I liked was the fries. Sauce for the gyro is bad and the meat itself plain is okay.

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    They season the food here like white people, no flavor whatsoever, philly cheese steak was weak af, won't be coming here anymore

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    You can't get any better for fast food. I just wish this place was has common asd Mcdonalds. Only three locations I know of

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