We stopped for lunch at Boss Dawgz. Hubby had the Chili Boss and I went with the Chicago Style, a classic. The homemade buns are like none other, so fresh and soft, and the fries...chef's kiss. Boss Dawgs has 30+ creative varieties of hot dogs plus specials and also Italian beef, brats and Polish sausage. Their buns are made daily in house from scratch, as is their chili for chili dogs. They have the best fresh-cut fries, too. I highly recommend a visit if you venture to the Chicago west burbs. The owner William is personable and we loved talking to him. He cares about his food and customers. read more

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I came here to see what the hype's about. The different menu combinations they come up with are thoughtful & creative. The soft bun, although light & fluffy, was too big for the skinny dogs they use. Each hot dog came in a styrofoam container, too big for the size of the actual dog, if they would've asked I would've taken two dogs in each container. As for the franks themselves, they tasted like Ballpark Franks or Hebrew National brand, what a disappointment. Fresh cut fries come with each dog although it is a tiny bag of fries. I really wanted to like this place but it's just mediocre to me. Come give it a try & see for yourself! read more

I apologize for the cliche, but to me this place is indeed "a slice of Americana". This owner has a very nice set-up. Easy to pull in and out of, a quaint building, and the layout reminds me of an old style drive-up. It was a very nice day, with a nice group of families enjoying a casual lunch. Order to go, eat inside, eat outside, it's all good. It was my first time here, so I actually let the couple in front of me go first, while I studied the plethora of dog and sausage creations. I decided on the Boss Classic and the Jalapeño Cheddar Brat. The bun was fresh (he takes pride in his buns, which is nice), and the dogs and fries were quite tasty. There are so many options available, that I would feel compelled to try something different on every future visit. Wonderful people and a well organized ordering and assembly process. It's a bit of a drive for me, but I'll be back. read more

Boss Dawgz - Boss Classic and Jalapeño Cheddar Brat - Hot Dogs Near Me - Lisle, Illinois

Driving up I already loved the vibe there's lots of outdoor picnic table seating and string lights next to their big sign and I noticed how clean all the tables were. Stepping inside we started checking out the menu there were so many items that sounded amazing! The owner William was in and he was super friendly and helpful explained the menu all the combo deals and great recommendations. I had to go with the boss beef (a delicious Italian beef sandwich dipped and topped with their flavorful spicy giardiniera) it comes with a generous pile of fries which we opted out of since we also ordered a dawgz combo which includes two signature dawgz fries and a drink. Again went with the recs and was not disappointed! I love this place everyone has as so fun and had a great energy! I'll definitely stop again when I'm back in town read more

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My buddy wanted to try this place after a round of golf at Seven Bridges and I'm glad we did! The owner was really nice, giving some recommendations on the popular menu items since there were so many to choose from. I'm all about spicy foods so the nagito sriracha dog caught my attention; awesome blend of flavors on a hot dog that really worked. The in-house garlic sriracha sauce was fantastic, going to need to get that recipe some day. Will be coming back again for the other menu items - Best, Charlie read more

Keep in mind, products are all beef ~ may have a slightly different taste. However, that first bite, with the snap of the casing, was pure delight. In the future, I would probably ask if the bun could be sliced on the side rather than the top ~ that might have made it slightly less messy for me to eat. Brat came with fries which was enough for 2 people. If you dine in, your order comes up on a small tray and placed on top of the counter where you order. Dine in area is small. Just inside the front door are tables for larger groups and then down the hall there are 4 tables for 2. There are picnic tables outside, but only 2 have umbrellas and there is no shade. Staff could not have been any friendlier and came to check if I had enjoyed what I had ordered. That's a big " yes" and take plenty of napkins. read more

WOW! Do your stomach a big favor this week&GET 2 This joint for the ribtips! THIS WEEK ONLY I've been there everyday so far YABBA DABBA DAMN GOOD read more

Highlights: & Came for Chicago hot dogs, and Boss Dawgz became my new go-to! & Amazing, amazing service, easily top ten service I received all year (2024) & Family fun ambiance Ambiance/Service: A few weeks before Christmas, it was all decorated. With the kids drawings on display, it had a vibe like someone invited me to their home. Sure it's a place of business and i paid money for the food, though the vibe of the place is a familiar hospitality. When I was there, a lady walked in and as soon as she was in the doorway, the owner greeted her by name and asked if she wanted her usual (she did). Food: & Das Brat - so good! It's advertised as "char-grilled" and it was definitely charred. This is on me, though I should have asked for it to be less charred. 4/5 & Maxwell Street Polish - same char-grilled comment as for Das Brat, and overall so delicious. I had been waiting six months for a proper polish sausage and this was so worth the wait! 4/5 & Corn dog - this was one of the rotating items on the menu, though I'd have to say this was a disappointment. Compared to the Boss Classic or the Boss Dawg, it was so small and dry. Skip the corn dog and get a Boss Classic. 1/5 & Boss Classic - it's like a Chicago dog but with added personality and creativity. The Mayo is a great addition. Loved this one! 5/5 & We also got a Old Chicago or Chicago Style. Whichever it was, it was awesome! 5/5 read more

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Best Vegetarian Versions available at Boss Dawgz. Awesome! Choose a style and they deliver. Thanks Boss! read more

Boss Dawgz - Vegetarian option was perfect. Satisfied my Hot Dog craving. Thanks Boss! - Hot Dogs Near Me - Lisle, Illinois

They have a wide variety of different styles of Hotdogs you can get, The fries were fantastic!!! The service was friendly. We were greeted as soon as we walked in and it was clean, Even the bathroom! I feel this place is a hidden Gem. read more

Boss Dawgz - Jalepano Popper Dog, other side is the Elgringo and the Boss Classic. - Hot Dogs Near Me - Lisle, Illinois

This place never ceases to amaze me! When my local all-purpose fast food drive-thru joint closed last year, I despaired of ever getting a decent brat again. And then, I figured out that maybe my favorite hot dog stand would have one on the menu, the only question being "would I like it?" Well, let me tell you, it's BETTER than my former favorite, featuring a fluffy poppyseed bun, nicely spiced Duesseldorf mustard, the best kraut this old Bohemian has ever tasted, and a perfectly charred bratwurst of incredible quality. Besides which, the sandwich serves as a great excuse to have some of their fantastic fries. The service is quick, spot on and friendly, and even though I don't get here as often as I like, they ALWAYS remember me. One more time: I love this place. You will too! read more

The owner works the counter! Excellent fries which are handcut and double fried. Genuine Maxwell Street Polish dogs. Indoor and outdoor seating. Great place to bring kids. Clean bathroom. Reasonable prices. Spicy chili. So good. read more

Boss Dawgz - House "rules" - Hot Dogs Near Me - Lisle, Illinois

First time at Boss Dawgs and impressed by the staff! The gentleman that took and made my order was super cool and stayed the chili and buns are made in house! I ordered the Chili Boss hot dog and it was great! The chili had lots of flavor and had a kick to it. The bun was so soft and the homemade French fries that came with the hot dog were delicious! I'll be back to try more! read more

Boss Dawgz - Chili Boss (no onions) - Hot Dogs Near Me - Lisle, Illinois

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The best hot dog I ever had with Great service. I heard about this place from local facebook group and didn't believe what so special this place is. I never expected such a good food and be surprised. read more

Boss Dawgz - Chicago Style Boss Classic The Lady Knows - Hot Dogs Near Me - Lisle, Illinois

Hot dogs done right. The staff is quick and you can get in and out in a hurry! I will be back read more

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Food so good that I had seconds. Charbroiled and fresh buns and great service. You can't beat it. I'm definitely making this a stop whenever I'm in this area read more

Boss Dawgz - Italian Beef and Chi Brat - Hot Dogs Near Me - Lisle, Illinois

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Boss Dawgz is the perfect place to go enjoy over 20 different types of hotdog! You can either take a single dawg or do a combo of two. They have indoor and outdoor seating which is perfect on a pleasant day. I got the week special which was a Caribbean Boss Dawg. Boss dawg with bacon and charred pineapple! The combo comes with large fries and a drink. Fries are well seasoned and better than fast food restaurant standards. On a side note they have a fun activity to keep the kids engaged. A drawing of the hotdog which kids can color into based on their liking. read more

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This place is awesome. Workers/cooks are super friendly and outgoing and explain all the hotdogs on the menu. Hotdogs are tasty and it's their own recipe for the dogs and buns I'm pretty sure. Was here on a Monday during lunch and it was fairly crowded. I'll be back. read more

Boss Dawgz - Hot doggy dogs - Hot Dogs Near Me - Lisle, Illinois

Fantastic and fun! Walked in and was greater by a large man behind the counter, at first glance I was a bit nervous, turns out he's the owner, most accommodating and friendly guy ever!!!! Dog combos are so creative and delicious. Recommend the one with the crushed hot Cheetos for sure hard to find tough to beat. read more

Another 5 star review for the boss!! Please do not remove the chicken po boy that is currently on the menu. I had one today and it is 100% the best chicken po boy I ever had. Incredible flavors the sauce was perfect. For $7.99 with fries hard to beat. Thanks for the amazing food. I'll be back tomorrow to try it again. read more

Wow I drove a long way to try this place with the honest review wow best hot dogs ever the place is so nice and clean too many choices but I pick the Chicago style yum I finished everything the fries best ever had the cook asked me did I like it I said I loved it wow did taste the one my son had 2 wow so good the ambiance very friendly clean and very nice service read more

Boss Dawgz - Hot Dogs Near Me - Lisle, Illinois

I wouldn't normally rate a hot dog place but this isn't a normal hot dog place. The owner is seriously obsessed with food quality, ingredients, and creativity. The dogs and fries are amazing. But what sets them apart are all the other high quality ingredients and menu specials--from hand dipped corn dogs to scratch meatloaf. Start off easy with a signature dog combo, a charred polish, or beef sammy, and explore from there. read more

My coworker recommended this place for the best hot dog she's had in awhile! Great food and everyone was so nice! read more

Boss Dawgz - Old Chicago Dog - Hot Dogs Near Me - Lisle, Illinois

This was probably my 4th or 5th time coming here. I like the variety of hot dogs, brats, and beef. I haven't tried the brats or Italian beef but the hot dogs I've tried are all very tasty. This time I did the 3 hot dogs and French fries combo with a side of cheese. I had it to go. Just to clarify, it came in a styrofoam container but nothing melted. French fries were not soggy and container of cheese did not melt. Yeah that reviewer does not know what he's talking about. Staff was very nice. They treat you like family. Plenty of seating. Prices were not expensive. -blu bayou - 5/5 - perfectly charred, hot sauce gave it a mild kick. Mushrooms gave it a savory flavor. -boss chili mac dawg 5/5 - different interpretation of the chili dog but with mac and cheese added. Great choice. -want you to want me - 5/5 - flamin hot doritos gave the hot dog a nice crunch -French fries - 5/5 - crispy and fresh. read more

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This was a fabulous surprise. I was looking for standard, hot dog stand and this is more like French chef creates American nostalgia.

I love a good Chicago style hot dog and found this place while searching for lunch. It was my first-time in the Lisle area and dining at Boss Dawgz and it didn't disappoint. There is adequate parking as well which is always a plus. Also, it's inexpensive and not too far from the Benedictine University. Boss Dawgz doesn't look like much from the outside but those are the type of places with amazing tasting food. Although not very big, there is seating inside. We sat inside, you order your food first and then pick it up when it's done. We ordered the Boss Original Glizzy ("OG") Street Dawg that came with 100% all beef hot dog, yellow mustard, peppers, tomatoes, and salt. I ordered it w/o celery. The meal comes with a regular order of fresh cut fries, and I ordered them well done. The hot dog was good, the bun was so light and fluffy, not soggy at all. The bun was bigger than the hot dog though. The fries were delicious, you can't go wrong with fresh cut fries. Overall, I would recommend if you're a college student looking tasty, inexpensive meal or traveling in the area and want a tasty Chicago style hot dog without all the hassle of the big city. read more

Boss Dawgz - Boss Original Glizzy - Hot Dogs Near Me - Lisle, Illinois

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The two guys running the place were very down to earth and friendly. They took care of me right away. Their food is amazingly amazing. The buns were fresh and soft. Their Chicago dog and Maxwell Polish were spot on. The Identity Crisis was a perfect vegetarian version of a Chicago dog. The fries were crisp and tasty. Food-wise, this was quality, elevated fast food. And the prices are reasonable for food of this quality. Overall, this place rocks to the spiral arm! Boss Dawgs is a boss place for boss food! read more

Great place for a specialty Hot Dog with home cut fries. Pricey but what isn't now! Service was great! read more

Fries were exceptionally great! Bun for dog was cold. You cannot have a cold bun. Took it to go so $6 down the drain. You cannot have a cold bun and call yourself "Boss Dawgs". It's happened twice now. Bye bye. read more

Wow! Great food and great service! We got two lil dawgs, Chicago style dog and a beef sandwich without the bread.. all were made quickly and very well! Thank you for the hospitality! read more

Amazing food. Love all the varieties of hotdogs - I did the classic which was so yummy, but every type of hotdog that my family and I ordered were delicious. Fresh cut fries were amazing. And the butter cake is delicious. The service was also incredible. I'm pretty sure the owner was making the hot dogs, and he was incredibly friendly and helpful. We will definitely be adding this to our list of favorites. read more

Incredible menu. Buns are baked onsite and are absolutely delicious. Possibly the best hot dog that I've ever had.

Great food, friendly staff, and a nice simple menu without insane pricing. They do hotdogs and do them well. I tried the boss classic and a family member tried the chili boss. Both were very good but the boss classic is really a homerun and their fries are killer. I'm excited to try their other options, will definitely be back. read more

10/10 always! a must go for chilli dawg enthusiasts! on the home made rolls too! cant get any better feels like home and the service is always superb ‼ read more

Wow. WOW! What an incredible little hot dog stand! Boss Dawgz fires on all cylinders and it is my new favorite lunch spot. Their dogs are great, their fries amazing, and the staff (owner) is an absolutely great guy. After driving past several times I finally found the time to stop in. Outside they have ample parking and even a few picnic tables (with umbrellas) for nice days. Inside they have a decent amount of seating and a menu that makes ordering easy. Well, the placement/arrangement does, the choices do not make it easy because everything sounds amazing. They also have the most inviting bathrooms I've ever been in (at a fast food joint). And that's the truth, I really had a hard time choosing what to get. However, I went with a Boss Classic and a Chicago Style (the litmus test, of course). First off, you'll be blown away by the FRESHNESS of their buns - "made fresh daily" the owner told me. And then the toppings are equally as fresh! Both dogs were fantastic but I will say this - I like a bit more of a meatier dog so I'm going double-dogs next time (not going to dock them a star for this as it's my own personal preference). As if the dogs didn't stand on their own, their fries will change your life - absolute PERFECTION. Oh, and the drink machine oozes old school vibes with handles for dispensing the liquidly sugary goodness. To top it off, I had just a minute to chat with the owner and he is a phenomenal guy. He's "semi-retired" and just does this stand for fun. And it shows! He greets everyone who steps in the door with a warm welcome and is in such a jovial mood you can't help but want to shake his hand or give him a hug (your choice). The world really needs more people like him. If you can't already tell I'm a huge fan of Boss Dawgz after just one visit. You can bet I'll be returning because Boss Dawgz is the new KING of hot dogs in these western burbs, if you ask me. read more

I had the Maxwell Street polish. It was good and came with home cut fries. There is a large selection of hot dogs. I want to go back and try more. the hot dog buns are made on premises. I gave 3 stars because i have more to try. It is a worth wild place to try something different. read more

Boss Dawgz - Maxwell Street polish with the free fries. - Hot Dogs Near Me - Lisle, Illinois

Today is my second visit to Boss Dawgs. First time I had an excellent Italian beef sandwich with a side of au jus and fries. The taste of the tender beef along with the au jus was excellent. I almost got another beef but wanted to try a hot dog on their home made bun. Dog was hot and tasty with just mustard and a pickle spear. French fries were crispy on the outside, hot and tender inside. The counter people are extremely accommodating as I mentioned my onion intolerance so they used freshly cleaned utensils in preparation of my meal. It's really nice atmosphere with tall tables and many lower ones, too. Self-serve beverages make refills easy and reasonable. This place and the associates rock. You won't be disappointed! read more

This place is the best. Original and delicious. Hidden gem. Service is excellent. So many great dogs and brats.

Get your order super fast. Got the Chicago Classic and Chili and cheese hot dogs to try. They were very good. Hot dogs were skinnier than I thought, but the bun was soft and fresh. The fries were crispy and they give you a lot. Definitely will come back to try the other selections on their menu. read more

Boss Dawgz - Chicago classic and Chili and cheese - Hot Dogs Near Me - Lisle, Illinois

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There is no place better. Quality ingredients, creative combinations, and a genuine passion for service and community. Yep, I'm talking about a hotdog joint. Great Chicago style hotdogs, sausage, and beef. But it doesn't stop there. Chef has created many unique flavor combinations that are amazing and there are always specials that have you scratching your head, but once you try them, you're in heaven. read more