Old school diner and hot dog style place. This is my kind of place. There since 1963. The food is simple and good. My daughter had a potato and a cheese burger. I had navy bean soup. I like the counter guys, who can occasionally be oblivious to the outside world - like me (we're in the same age group). I will be headed back. read more

Today was the worst experience I have ever had at Bobby's. The new staff there is horrible. No greeting, and getting up set over a 10 cent worth of bbq sauce when asking for an extra. Needless to say I am black, I saw a complete different interaction with a different race. No hard looks just friendly and up beat with the other race. I looked forward to coming here when in Chicago. But now I will have to find a new spot. Thanks a lot What happened with the old crew???? read more

Great food and service! My family and I were visiting from NC a few weeks ago and stopped in to pick up some dinner. Everything was delicious and the service was wonderful! Will definitely be back next time we're in town. read more

Great food. Delivered with a smile. Had the Italian beef (wet - just enough) same goes the Italian sausage. In addition had their " salad. Excellent. read more

We were visiting a family member near Booby's in 2021. Many time we'd order from them and either picked up orders to go or had them delivered. Everything we tried, from burgers, steak sandwich, gyros, BLT. Never a bad meal. Never a bad meal. In multiple visits. Highly recommend. read more

To start off ordering food was quick and easy, and the food came out in less than 5 minutes. The food was great and I really like the burgers and fry's. If you do go here I recommend getting The Big C. Also the food is average prices and good portions, and the staff are nice. Overall Booby's is a good restaurant, and in my personal opinion is a little above average from other restaurants. read more

Ordered patty melt, cole slaw, corn on the cob, chocolate shake. Food came well wrapped, and hot. Patty melt was very good, cole slaw was cold and well made, small size was generous, corn needed butter, but none provided, shake good. Excellent value for the money. Would order again. read more

I stopped there, because I was looking for a good barbecue place, this ain't it. And the guy behind the counter was cordial, but not very helpful. I asked him what he would recommend, and he just simply pointed me in the direction of what was "popular". It wasn't any good, I'm wondering if he's ever eaten there? And if he has, he wasn't making any recommendations. I should've took that as my second sign. I don't mind that the place is outdated and old, but there weren't any clean places to sit. I had to clean off my own table. Should have been the third sign, but now I was already invested. The first sign, it wasn't very busy during lunchtime so the locals must know it's not very good. Don't waste your time, I ended up throwing away all my leftovers because it wasn't worth taking with me. The only reason I gave it two stars instead of one was because I ate a bite of everything, It was adequate for my hunger, I just didn't like any of it. read more

Been going to boobys for many many years. Their most iconic item is the delicious steak sandwich. (I ask to add lettuce and tomato to mine) the only thing that is frustrating is that they do not sell the individual sandwich, so easy pure paying over $20 for frozen fries, bland soup, and a drink. read more

Best steak sandwiches, great burgers, good fries, gyros comparable to Dengeos or Goodies, and the people are very nice. Just an older joint with 2 bathrooms that are frequently occupied. read more

Nothing has changed over 30 years! Same great faces, same great prices, same great food, same resturant. After moving out of the state, I always make it a point to visit Booby's when visiting. So glad this mom and pop joint is still around! read more

Food is usually good tasting. Check your order before you leave if you are doing takeout. Lately it has been hit or miss. Some things don't always make it in the bag. Aldo they don't include utensils or napkins read more

I'm rating 3 mostly because of the customer service - have pretty much dealt with everyone there and they are ALL pretty rude/unfriendly! Prices are over the top! If you order a sandwich, and a French fry they will bundle it in a container, and charge you full price for a French fry! With the prices they charge, they take every angle to get an extra buck out of you!! $28 for a steak sandwich which is insane, not to mention the piece of steak you get is about half the size that it used to be! Unfriendly service, overpriced! read more

A national institution. Loved going to this place while I was in college and still enjoy the fact that this place is still open.

There is a sign that says masks are required which I'm all for. Employee/manager working without one touching his face then touching food. Definitely not coming back here. read more

An awesome steak sandwich, I have been eating that sandwich for years and is always great. Not to mention the sauce that I enjoy dipping my sandwich and fries is amazing. I will always be a customer. read more

How have I not reviewed this place yet!? Been dining here since I was little kid (I remember what this place looked like before it was remodeled several years back) and have always enjoyed the awesome hot dogs, chicken, and french fries. The Caesar salad is also the best I've had. The steak, shakes, and gyros are fantastic too! The staff has always been extremely friendly, and the place has always been relatively clean. Hands down, a great place to take a friend out to eat, the whole family, a casual date, etc. etc. And of course, the name of the place is prone to a few giggles! read more

I used to love this place. Maybe they got a new cook now because my food is always burnt. Even when I ask for it cooked medium. My pita was also burnt. Could not even eat it. Tonight I ordered steak fajita as I always do I asked for the mild because they have spicy too. It was spicy anyways I am done with them. read more

Booby's - Burnt pita - Barbeque Near Me - Niles, Illinois

Great homemade soups!!!! Great hospitality!!!! Family run restaurant. Worth going to time after time. read more

Used to go here a lot but have not been back in decades. So glad Booby's still here and the food was still excellent. Two dogs through the garden and really good fries. read more

Booby's - Barbeque Near Me - Niles, Illinois

Food is always excellent but the service part of ordering is horrible. I have ordered from there a lot and there is always something missing on the orders. Either it is an entire bowl of soup or it is butter & sour cream for a baked potato. Very disappointing. read more

This place is apparently know for their steak sandwich and I do have to say it's not bad... I got carry out from this place ever since and got the steak sandwich it's good food, but could be better. This restaurant has been around for a long time and with this being said when I go to pick up food their dining area looks to old. Good food though. read more

Food has always been great. Although I understand the times we are living in, it's shocking to hear the person come back from picking up the food, and explaining they were told "Ya know? I've been meaning to tell you... gratuity is appreciated". I'm sorry, but when we pick up 3 meals for $76 through the drive thru, we pretty much feel gratuitous enough. Problem Solved: No more Booby's!! We had a good run. (38 years) Good Luck!! read more

The worst gyro I've had. The sauce is runny and bland and the he meat is a little dry. But the fries are good!

Absolutely terrible. I haven't been here in years. Stopped in for a gyros. Meat was over done, very dry. Middle of the night I woke up with the worst heartburn I've ever had. Stay away from, save yourselves. read more

Jimi has been here many times and has only ordered one thing on the menu: the famous steak sandwich And it never disappoints. Pro tip: get 2 orders of fries as the sides instead of the soup or salad Great meal for introducing your girlfriend to your dad for the first time 5 stars read more

This restaurant is right next to my place. When I first moved to niles, I decided to give this place a try. Overall, "okay" is the word that comes to mind when I recollect my experience there. It seemed to me like this place was family owned and there was somewhat of a homey feel. However, the folks taking the order didn't really smile. There wasn't much emotion. And everything seemed very transactional. I've gone back several times but the atmosphere was the same every time. In terms of the food, I've had the hotdog, burger, gyros, and chicken dinner. They weren't bad. I like a good snap on my hot dog but the snap on their wieners were okay. The burger was fairly juicy but not particularly memorable. The cucumber sauce for the gyros wasn't that good in my opinion. And the chicken dinner was decent at best. Everything was okay. Nothing was particularly wrong. So overall, my experience there was okay. read more

Best skirt steak sandwich anywhere Huge and delicious. Comes with potatoes and a salad Been there for years and years read more

Hands-down my favorite place to eat whenever I am not over 20 mins away I stop by to get a steak sandwich. I literally bought a charcoal grill and that's the only way I grill now is because of this place because that flavor that the charcoal gives nothing else compares. I don't know if any other place that uses a charcoal grill. It's a literally just steak on French bread no sauce no toppings and it's the best thing ever because of how they marinate it and grill it on a charcoal grill. The sauce they have on the table is the best sauce I've ever had I don't know how to make it but I want to know it goes amazing on the fries and I loaded up on the sandwich to the fries and coleslaw and salad are excellent as well. The jumbo fried shrimp are amazing Family owned Greek restaurant doing things the old-school way can't compare this place has been around for over 50 years I believe always a bunch of people I'm sure everything else is delicious too but I've just never not wanted their steak sandwich to try anything else and it's what I recommend for everyone you will not be disappointed. Warning, though you will not enjoy your steak sandwich. Anywhere else after you've tried one of theirs unfortunately, I found that out every other place disappoints after having one of these. read more

The people are rude. Literally any time you go there, they will be rude. Don't believe me? Go do something really annoying to them like ordering food. Their food has never been that great in my opinion, but lately it's just down right bad. The thing everyone used to rave about was the steak sandwich. I never really understood the appeal, but every so often I'd get one. These days it's under seasoned and like $20 for what will inevitably be an overcooked piece of steak on stale bread. Their hot dogs are awful and again have stale buns. The burgers are mediocre at best. They have the worst gyro I've ever had. I can go on, it's just bad, but if you feel like having some rude guys at a counter give you bad tasting and overpriced food then this is your place. read more

Their food is not just out of some package. They actually prepare and cook it onsite. They have quick service and I love their drive-up window. read more

My boyfriend ordered the 1/3 lb cheeseburger (with an extra patty making it 2/3 lb) with fries and I ordered the hot dog with fries. Overall food was delicious and definitely love that they allow an extra patty on the burger. Definitely would come back again and definitely would recommend it to friends and family! read more

I am a gay man so Boobies don't do much for me, but I do love me some Booby Ribs. A woman I talked to at the restaurant told me if a woman flashes her boobs to the kitchen, she eats free. Not sure if I believe that. She could get arrested for nudity in public. Not sure that's worth getting free Booby Ribs. read more

First time there as I was visiting from Cali. Delicious food and got to try some authentic food. Will definitely be going back when I visit Chicago. read more

Their grilled cheese is amazing but the employees here don't wear masks. To me it's not worth the risk of catching Covid to eat here. I wish that Booby's cared about their customers. read more

The steak sandwich is now up to $20 ffs. For the few things that are actually worth going here for, it seems like they're trying to dissuade people from actually spending money. read more

The smell when we walked in was heavenly - grilled meat. mmmmmmm I opted for an Italian Beef dipped with sweet peppers vs. the traditional, spicier giardinera. The place is clean, the folks at the counter are friendly and patient as you figure out what you want. Next time I will try one of the charcoal grilled burgers (aka The Big Booby). I mean who doesn't like big boobys? They also have a pretty popular steak sandwich which is enormous and enough for two to share. read more

THE FOOD IS GREAT BUT THE DELIVERY GUY IS SO SO RUDE!!! He pounded on my door over and over until I answered. Mind u he only waited 2 minutes and 15 seconds at the door (have the video on RING to prove it)!! When I answered he yelled at me and told me he has better things to do and he is busy!!! Well... I tried apologizing after I stated I was in the basement with my daughter and was trying to rush up the stairs!! Then he went on to yell and scare my son by saying "WHAT IS YOUR DOORBELL BROKEN OR SOMETHING"??? In a loud very mean voice! He is scary because he is an overly muscular stocky man yelling at a 5ft tall woman!!!!!!! I will never ORDER FROM THEM AGAIN AND I WONT LET MY FAMILY ORDER FROM THEM EITHER!! He was very wrong and borderline violent!! I was shaken I couldn't eat! read more

Yesterday we stopped into Boobys to celebrate a closing on a real estate deal and I had suggested this place remembering there incredible steak sandwich hoping to share my experience with my friend. Unfortunately this was the WORST experience I ever had at any restaurant . I come from a Mediterranean family and I know a LOT about food so I am a critic on quality especially since the supermarket industry has been tattooed to my veins I purchased 2 steak sandwich dinners . I have had chicken rice soup my whole life so I know what I'm in for when i am offered this soup. Unfortunately it was like a thickened flour base that had no taste. I would say a thickened jello pudding named avgolemono.( but not even close) So I placed the cover on the soup and said well this is not good not a big deal. I reach for my steak sandwich and notice that they served my $28 Steak dinner sandwich on an 8 inch paper plate( PAPER PLATE). I'm sorry if a customer is paying over $25 for an entree the fries and sandwich should be presented well onsidering your fabulous reputation as a fast food establishment. Now I understand times are really hard to find workers but there were 4 son in laws and sons all just walking around in there service area not willing to want to help work. So I take it they fired the help and ditched the plates for plastic plates. The steak sandwich had no sauce and was not even tenderized. I would say i had enough of my food experience and was ashamed. I told my client I am really sorry for the poo ervice and terrible quality. Initially I wanted to go to Gibsons but he needed to be closer to his next location so we chose this place. My client told me to go and ask for a refund or even a partial refund or a raincheck of some sort so we can at least try coming back to give it another chance. The man att the counter told my friend there's nothing he can do and offered us nothing. We told him we will post this on Social media because your cheating people that work hard and want to enjoy a good meal when they belive the 1 day they can since they can not do that everyday. It's an insult to people I will never recommend your place to anyone again. And maybe you should bring back your 80 year old father to work because I am sure he had more class and wouldn't allow it to end like this. He handed you a Goldmine only to watch you sink your ship. Never again. Don't bother Go to Dengeos if you want good food and quality. Disgrace of Niles read more

Always good food! Staff could be friendlier instead of snooty. The beet part is its old school, the original owner is still there sits t the front table and always watches. He always makes sure people are taken care of. He is awesome! read more