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Portillo's
Hot Dog Joint, American Restaurant, and Sandwich Spot$$$$
River North, Chicago
The experts at Eater and Explore Chicago recommend this place
"Best italian beef,best double cheese burgers,best cake & skakes!!!!"(132 Tips)
"Only had the Chili dog, and Regular Chicago dog, both were amazing."(41 Tips)
"The chocolate cake and the chocolate cake shake are super delicious!"(33 Tips)
"Double burger with cheese, and chopped salad is highly recommended."(16 Tips)
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LongNovember 11, 2013Heaven on earth ! The Italian beef dipped is 💣.. And the hotdogs are to die for . Great place must visit- angel joshinaNovember 19, 2014Here is the best collection of hilarious Thanksgiving memes. Turkey Day: Every American's favorite food holiday. Read more
Jared ParmenterApril 22, 2013My very first Chicago style hot dog with everything. It was delicious. If you are a novice to Chicago dogs you HAVE to start here!
Pablo MSeptember 2, 2013Great bacon burger, try the Chicago hot dog, beware of the jalapeno if you are not used to spicy food
AmySeptember 15, 2012Buy a whole chocolate cake for your favorite person's birthday and write their name on it with store-bought icing. Voila! Now you're their favorite person!
NathanSeptember 22, 2013Apparently they are known for their hot dogs, but I had a cheeseburger and it was by far the best I'd had from a fast food restaurant.
Larissa BensonAugust 14, 2016Italian dip with sweet peppers is amazing . But skip the dip or extra gravy unless you like soggy bread. Cheese fries are just frozen fries with orange cheese. Not good.
Portillos makes the best Chili Dog in the world. No place else even comes close. They even use special Chili Dog Chili, different from what you get when you order a Bowl of Chili.
The BigBAugust 8, 2019Hot Dog was good, Italian Beef was great! Very good choice if you are in the surrounding area.
Brian StraussFebruary 25, 2015A bit of a carnival atmosphere. I came here after chickening out of the idea of venturing to Weiner Circle by myself late at night. Decent dog.
Abbie KeatingJanuary 7, 2015Hot dogs of course but the chopped salad is amazing!!! Their house dressing is to die for
My favorite place for Chicago style hot dogs or hot dogs in general. For dessert get the cake shake, you won't regret it!
Christine HaFebruary 28, 2016Chicago dog an institution but prefer Italian beef sandwich. Get both & bring a friend to share. 🌭
Ben VJune 18, 2012Italian beef was delicious. Now, I'm an Italian beef novice, so take my opinion with a grain of salt. However, for my first Italian beef, I was not disappointed.
Monica ZarateOctober 31, 2015The classic Chicago beef hot dog was amazing! And the chocolate cake- UNFORGETTABLE! You'll get a free slice on your bday.
This is a rare non-dog friendly spot in Chicago. Dogs are not allowed in the outdoor sitting area and they have to stay outside of the fence, even if it's 90+ degrees out and there's no shade outside- Hillman PhilistiaAugust 7, 2014the only hot god place we need. fast drive through and good selection of original Chicago cuisine.
Chocolate cake shake FTW. I also love the beef n cheddar croissant.
Sara JonesAugust 3, 2014The Chicago dog was delicish, the beef cheese croissant was not extraordinary. Beautiful plants on the patio.
Nyla JacksonSeptember 29, 2015The chocolate shake,bacon cheeseburger,and chocolate cake are completely amazing!☺😊😀
Tom FortierSeptember 19, 2011Get the traditional hot dog, with all the toppings! If you haven't had a Chicago-style dog before, you will be a convert after! Read more
Fletcher RhoadsAugust 26, 2015I mean, what's not to like about Portillo's? Classic Chicago staples, Italian beef, Chicago dogs, and they serve beer!
SociaLogicAugust 3, 2011A Chicago legend. Get a big burger and feel guilty about it a few hours later. Also, make sure you hear them rhyming your order number when your food's up.
JoannaJune 30, 2013Get the Portillo Dog! It's literally the best hot dog I have ever had!! Thumbs up from Nebraska!- Keiron QJune 2, 2015Everyone talks about the hot dogs but the Italian Beef with Jalapeños is the best thing here.
Mouni ReddyNovember 16, 2015The beef stuffed croissant is great and cheap... The place is busy, reasonably priced.
ChevroletSeptember 20, 2010The first Portillo's didn't even have running water. Today, no two Portillo's look the same, inspired by different Chicago histories. The Hot Dogs, on the other hand, are consistently Chicago's best.
JillAugust 22, 2012Delicious beef sandwich; however, very fast foody atmosphere.. Get it to go or sit outside on the patio!
Jeffrey GlueckAugust 17, 2018Chocolate cake looks ordinary but has some kind of special ingredient, mayo I'm told, to make it so moist.- Tim ScoutelasJune 14, 2012Fun Food! If you can't find something here, you're crazy! Huge menu, plenty of seating, and affordable. Enjoy!
Liliana AndradeJuly 9, 2017If you are in a hurry, this is a good place to eat a quick hot dog with an ice tea.
@MisterHirschAugust 23, 2011You haven't had Portillo's until you have had either a beef sandwich (with or without chedder) or a Chicago Style Dog with everything.
Gina DriskellApril 14, 2016The beef is consistently good. That's what I order every time, of course with fries..
AdnaJanuary 6, 2016Got the Italian beef and cheese in a croissant. Sandwich was tasty but poorly constructed. Be ready to eat with a knife and fork!- Jeff CarterAugust 24, 2014Grew up on these. Burgers are great and so is beef. Best chocolate cake ever
Anja HarrisFebruary 4, 2013The cheese fries are served cheese on the side- so they stay crispy. Plus they're CRINKLE CUT! Order them!
Patrick CaponeFebruary 24, 2010At Portillos, you either order the Italian Beef or a hot dog. Anything else is just weird. Some people LOVE the choc cake, whatever, order a beef you freak.
Neil RenickerJuly 26, 2013A must-visit. Several food lines to choose from, and a lot of fun Americana decor.
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Home to America's favorite Chicago-style hot dogs, Italian beef, burgers, salads, and chocolate cake.
Open until Midnight (Show more)
- Mon–Sun
- 10:00 AM–Midnight
(312) 587-8910
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Yes (incl. Discover & Visa)
Outdoor Seating
No
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"One word, superdawg! RIP Morie and God bless. One of the few Chicago styles to use their own frank formula and pickled tomatoes. Great and the packaging is second to none."
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