Portillo's Hot Dogs
Chicago, IL 60610-3710
Phone: (312) 587-8910
- Price:
- $
- Cross Street:
- Clark Street
- Directions:
- El: Red Line to Grand
- Best of Citysearch:
- Cheap Eats 2007, Family-Friendly Dining 2006, French Fries 2004
- Hours:
- Sun-Fri 11am-11pm, Sat 11am-12am
Editorial Review for Portillo's Hot Dogs – by J.P. Anderson
In Short
Portillo's cavernous bi-level space has a touristy feel that's rife with nostalgia for the Capone era. An antique car hangs from the ceiling, and old photos and Depression-era signs adorn the exposed-brick walls. The Italian beef sandwich is a star here, shaved slices of beef served on chewy French bread and soaked in its own jus. Other favorites include Chicago hot dogs, burgers, Polish sausage and cheese fries.
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Insider Tips
The ExtrasCraving something a little more healthy? Barnelli's Pasta Bowl shares the same space and offers salads, wraps and more.
Save MoneyOn Monday evenings, buy a full slab rib dinner and get a half-slab free.
User Reviews for Portillo's Hot Dogs
06/23/2008 Posted by AZWildcats
I have only been to Portillo's a few times, but my father and my friend were both born and raised in the Chicago area so I am writing this on behalf of them too. Everytime I have been to Portillo's it is fast, hot and fresh, and delicious. My favorite item on the menu is the Combo with Italian beef and Italian sausage. The seasoning in their beef and sausage makes Portillo's the best.
Pros: Best Italian beef and Italian sausage in Chicago
Cons: The french fries are average
11/07/2007 Posted by huskyduck
Portilos has grown enormously over the years to what is now essentially a local fast food haven. However, the quality of their hot dogs has not been affected in the least by this growth which is amazing. Each standard dog is cooked to perfection, a slight pop when you bite it, tucked inside a soft doughy bun, lathered with mustard, sport pepper, onions, tomato slices and pickle spear. All the condiments are fresh and are the secret to Portillo's success. There are other items on the menu but most everybody comes to satisfy their hot dog fix. Long live Portillos!
Pros: Best hot dogs in Chicagoland
