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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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Asger BluhmeFebruary 21, 2020Do NOT park at the parking across the street. Lincoln Towing are just waiting to tow away your car. Costs 218 bucks to get it back. Dam pirates.
Stacy MastersonMay 15, 2013Chocolate cake shake is freaking amazing, you will not want to share this. Chili dogs are perfect
Ricardo TorresDecember 8, 2014Polish sausage here is so delicious, and free pickles are more than cool :)
The best Italian beef in Chicago. Gets busy during lunch.
Heidi RennerDecember 19, 2014Italian beef sandwiches that are delicious and cool place...lots of stuff to look at
NY Mets Katie ❤️⚾️✈️May 26, 2015Recommended to me by the locals. If you are in Chicago, this place is a MUST.
Aaron GoldmanJuly 22, 2013lot's going on here and fun environment. I went with a burger. Next time it will be a hot dog for sure.
Jody MclamarrahFebruary 17, 2012Visiting my daughter she haddd to take me here.. Those salads were amazing... And they are sosweet here. Im so please with my visit here
Kirk SwanAugust 11, 2013Beef sandwich, wet with hot peppers every time. One of my favorite things on the planet.
Laney BMay 26, 2011Favorite spot in Chicago! Chicken Al'Diavolo = spicy, cheesy deliciousness! Add a side of garlic bread and water. Yum for $11
Sean RoyerApril 22, 2013Great food all the way around. The atmosphere and decor make the experience enjoyable.
Joseph B.June 30, 2015Despite the crowds and lines at lunchtime, I only waited 10 minutes between walking in and getting my food. Cheap food I might add.
Janice LiJuly 18, 2011Amazing hotdogs, skip the beef sandwich. Regular and jumbo portillo's hot dogs are a must, no need for ketchup.
Sruts SamMarch 22, 2012They have the most amazing shakes!! Hot dogs go without saying... even their salads are fantastic!
Rob DaBoomFebruary 13, 2012Although famous for it's "dogs", many come just for the chocolate cheese cake and shakes. Try them all.
Omar VerduzcoOctober 15, 2014You've got to try their chocolate cake and custard dessert...highly recommend.
Brian DeVitoSeptember 1, 2014In from out of town? Go with a friend to split a dog and the Italian beef.
get the Italian Beef sandwich with Mozzarella, there is nothing better than this
Italian beef should be served dipped with hot peppers! Ask for it!
Kevin WilsonJuly 24, 2013Get the croissant italian beef and chedder with sweet peppers mmmmm gooooood.
Amancay BlankMay 3, 2016know what you are ordering... things happen FAST and staff wasn't super helpful in the chaos
stephanie kellyMarch 4, 2010Jumbo Chicago dog or a wet Italian beef sandwich. I'm not sure why there's anything else on the menu. Also, the cheese fries are delish, but I get mine well done.
Carlos UlateOctober 7, 2017Yes dude, this is The place! Came from Costa Rica just for this carbonara pasta!
Angela RoseMarch 14, 2015The food and atmosphere are great but the employees should have a separate bathroom room from customers
Ankit AgarwalDecember 11, 2014Bummed that there were no non beef hot dogs but boy, is the chocolate cake shake heavenly
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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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No
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Yes (incl. Discover & Visa)
Outdoor Seating
No
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