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Hot Doug's

(Now Closed)

Hot Dog Joint$$$$

Northwest Side, Chicago

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Jodie BermanSeptember 9, 2013
Crazy long line but crazy good dog :)
Joan VMarch 26, 2012
Doug is awesome, and get a Green River to drink!
 ℋumorousApril 25, 2015
OUT OF BUSINESS!!! Dispute being featured on Anthony Bourdain's show, they failed. That's what happens when you don't take Amex!
Lindsay MSeptember 9, 2013
Delicious! Fun atmosphere
Andy PhelanMay 18, 2010
Been here 5+ times
Hands down the Hot Dog capitol of the world. This is Mecca for those that love encased meats. Read more
Ravin SinghApril 14, 2011
By far the best food experience in chicago...try the specials
Alex TwinemJuly 6, 2010
This place has the best hot dogs. Go on Fridays for the duck fries.
Elena DisneyMarch 16, 2013
Super friendly staff...so many choices!
Marita TantivirasutJune 28, 2014
Shrimp n grit is the best.
dan nawaraJanuary 20, 2010
It's all about the duck and fois gras! Also make sure and hit up the duck fat fries if it's friday or saturday.
Arnab DasAugust 11, 2014
At the legend before it leaves
Sarah HomanMay 1, 2012
Would have been really good to know they're cash only before I walked there....
Ian TembyJanuary 10, 2012
The Foie Gras dog was AMAZING!
matthew H.August 24, 2011
Bring cash - cash onlu and the nearest ATM is 3 blocks away
ZAGATFebruary 5, 2010
Bear the line on Fridays and Saturdays for the duck-fat fries.
Dan MeyerSeptember 3, 2010
A sausage, a dog, fries (preferably ducked), a coke. Bliss.
EverydayJune 15, 2014
Cash only. Pretty overpriced for a hotdog...I wouldn't recommend this if you're from Chicago.
Samantha SaiyavongsaJune 23, 2012
Been here 10+ times
Go before you're hungry.
Vanessa SafieMay 15, 2011
Try the Wild Boar Sausage - Amazing!
Jennifer BlackOctober 3, 2010
Duck fat fried are possibly the yummiest legal addictive substance on the planet.
Lina GonzoSeptember 24, 2012
Fries are mouth watering!
Jason KingApril 5, 2012
Paul kelly w/ everything...mouth heaven!
Paula AOctober 11, 2011
THE BEST hot dog I've ever eaten
Chai R.March 30, 2011
Foie Gras hot dog is a must!
Daniela AsaroMay 14, 2013
Goat cheese hot dog!!
AdrianSeptember 20, 2010
Foi gras was quite delicious. Don't be scared.
Chris TrewMay 2, 2011
Awesome salads. Get the salad.
Karen Lao 🔱July 18, 2014
If you're by Door 31, your wait is about 2.5 hours
Stephanie HennellyApril 4, 2011
Been here 5+ times
They never stop being delicious, no matter if you wait a minute or an hour for it.
Christi KimMay 10, 2013
Bison dog & duck fat fries!
BennuworldMay 7, 2013
Chow time!
Kirt JensenApril 13, 2013
Try the Foie Gras!
KueenKris🤷🏾‍♀️ AndrewsMay 6, 2014
FYI this place officially closes on 10/4.
TomSeptember 23, 2013
IL sausage emporium.
David StrasserJuly 4, 2014
"Permanent Vacation" starts October 4. Enjoy while you can.
Krista OrtgiesenOctober 4, 2011
Get a small drink. Refills are free. ;)
val caponeJanuary 19, 2010
Been here 10+ times
T shirts & hats available for $15. Small price to pay to proclaim your love of encased meats and Hot Doug's.
ManbqueMarch 21, 2011
Been here 5+ times
Celebrity Sausage is always changing, and always a good choice.
Peter KimAugust 6, 2011
Wild boar is definitely my favorite.
Krystal LaFontaineJuly 15, 2014
Monday afternoon - not worth the wait.
Rob KirchoferMarch 14, 2013
Hot Doug's is the shiznit!
Yosh25July 13, 2009
Some of THE most unbelievable hot dog's and sausages. The fries are unparalleled.
eileen bNovember 18, 2009
Skip the duck fat french fries. Share the foie gras dog with a friend. Read more
Ricky SherrillJuly 10, 2014
Duck Fat Fries......😍
Ross W. Berman IVOctober 29, 2011
Duck fat fries...need I say more?
Bruno ValadãoMarch 5, 2014
Chicago's Best one
Serena LiuSeptember 20, 2011
try the foie gras dog Read more
Andrew LennieNovember 23, 2010
Been here 25+ times
Marty Allen (nee Don Rickles) best value and taste.
Dave NuckollsJuly 21, 2011
Say hello to THE Doug who will take your order!
Erick SyversenDecember 1, 2010
It's like there's a delicious petting zoo in my stomach.

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