A part of me died today... drove out there to confirm they were closed... and found this on the window.... Been going there over 40 years since I was a kid.... not sure if business died down or the neighborhood changed that much... I already drive the hour here, I will drive the extra 15 minutes to Thornton. Maybe I can buy the sign for my basement... would look awesome with my PBR neon sign... read more

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Talk about Covid safe yes yes !! When we pulled in we saw through the glass the employee eating behind the counter. I then watched him get up, wash hands, put his mask by on, and put fresh gloves on! There was plexiglass up, tape where to stand, signs asking to stand behind, and required face masks. Both employees were extremely friendly! We got two fully loaded Chicago Dogs, 2 plain hot dogs, 2 bags of Doritos and total was $16. If you haven't had a fully loaded Chicago Dog- you're missing out!! Peppers, cucumber, tomato, onion, relish, mustard and the celery salt all served a top a pork hot dog with a sesame seed bun! Have driven past this place for years going to my grandmas house and never stopped. We will be back! read more

Boz's Hot Dogs - Chicago Dog - Hot Dogs Near Me - Hazel Crest, Illinois

The first time there getting 6 hot dogs were excellent. Been going there for 2 weeks every day getting 6 jumbo dogs. Had a guy microwave a few hot dogs. Not the same. Told the lady the next day she gave me a free. Hot dog. Went there this past Monday no good. Made the mistake of going back there today got 4 hot dogs. All cold brought 2 back they replaced them. Never go there again No stars had to add one in order to post the comment. read more

Place look terrible inside but one of my customers said they had good hotdogs I ordered 6 with everything on them $20 I took a bite while driving and spit it out I look at the meat it was close to white in color I look at all 6 they were close to white in color also worse hotdog I've every had. read more

Boz's Hot Dogs - This is the hotdog I purchased at Bozo the owner said they been in business for over 50 years I was respectfully. - Hot Dogs Near Me - Hazel Crest, Illinois

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Nastiest hot dog I have ever had in my life! The hot dog looked gray . Could not get past the cucumbers and the way they prepare it. Even the bun was gross. read more

Food was hot and fresh. I got the Chicago dog with everything it was tasty staff was friendly will be going back.

Good food and good service . We ordered the chili dog and the polish dog, everything was great!

outstanding dogs n nachos. highly recommend this long time mom n pop shop. A southside staple

Boz's Hot Dogs is the sort of place my grandpa, and probably yours, called a joint. It's a mid-century style drive up, with a counter and take away food. You can eat outside on picnic tables, enjoy in your car as many do, or head back to work. You'll see a bunch of white pickup trucks and vans in the lot, a sure sign this place is popular with the trades. Like people that follow cop eats, I'm confident I can get a satisfyingly honest, no-frills blue collar meal at any place like this. Boz's (really, it's not Bozo?!) has a Chicago dog just as described, larger and softer than the standard issue Vienna. I can imagine if you grew up on these, there's nothing else like it. No fries, chips. Hey, that sounds familiar! Another throw back. This place keeps getting better... good enough that I went back again the next day. I asked the fella behind the counter what his favorite was. He recommended a chili dog. Not one to argue, I enjoyed it outside and was glad I asked. Although they had a steady stream of customers, I enjoyed talking to the couple behind the counter. Older, I'm guessing it was mother and son and original owners. They've been here in the same spot selling hot dogs to generations. They were happy to talk. Seen a lot of changes, they told me... I know they have. But when everyone else turned their back on Harvey and fled, Boz stuck around and kept serving hot dogs. I have a lot of respect for that. I'm not above judging a community on the strengths of their hot dogs, and for someone to continue on for as long as they have, I'm happy to stop whenever I'm headed down Dixie Highway. 3 star dogs, but 4 stars for character. read more

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Absolute dump. This place was dirty and nasty. You walk in and there are signs everywhere commanding you to wear face clothes, despite the preponderance of science proving the uselessness thereof. They have everything blocked off with crude wet floor signs and plexiglass structures that looked like a 5 year old made them, apparently in an attempt to fight the savage virus by keeping you a couple feet back. This owner must have obsessive compulsive disorder and should seek help. You are much more likely to catch hepatitis from the uncleanness of this place than the wuhan flu sniffles. read more

Ok here is the deal, this restaurant should be five stars, but some of the comments below and above are right they really do need to step up their game when it comes to sanitation. The employees here really let down an excellent business and restaurant. I love this place and grew up on their truly unique menu options like chili cheese dogs and polishes with all of the works. But, management really does need to put their foot down and make sure that their employees are doing things that are common sense when dealing with other peoples food like consistently wearing gloves, washing hands, and keeping a clear and clean workspace. Also, having one person handle cash, while the other handles food. All in all we have all been to those greasy spoons that you kind of want to look the other way and pray that you will be ok, and just eat the amazing food that comes out of there, this is that kind of place. If they spent more attention to cleanliness I would rate them higher, also they really should go all beef high quality for their chili dogs. Raise the price slightly and go for a high quality beef dog would elevate their chili dogs even higher and they really would then be the king of chili dogs and polishes in my opinion. Also, get a really good Maxwell polish with grilled onions and mustard too for their menu would help. They could also benefit from new blood as far as adding some more American classics to their menu. Ultimately, if you want a great bite of food and you can look past the classic trappings of most greasy spoon places this place is your place. I have been going here since I was a kid and I still come here often, I love it. read more

Flavor and style (Chicago) , arguably one of the best hot dogs in Chicago and other counties. !!!

Love Boz's I've been going to this place since I was a little kid. Get the hotdogs for sure! The cheese nachos were good. I always have to stop at a Boz location when I'm in the area. Glad some things I remember from my childhood are still around. read more

This one's the original location; it's a tiny little place with the cool 1950s inverted roof, in a marginally shitty neighborhood that is Harvey, bordering Homewood. I've always loved Boz's (formerly Bozo's), I used to hit those in Steger and Frankfort (both now gone). Their dogs are pretty much classic Chicago-style, except they're not as 'snappy' (they're more soft) and they're a little bigger. Boz's offers the FULL amount of proper toppings (tomato, cucumber, pickle, sport peppers, celery salt, I think even saurkraut if you want), and don't have a snit if you ask for ketchup. I'm over the ketchup-nazi shit. They also offer a nice, pasty chili and either liquid or regular ol' American cheese if you want a chili-cheese dog (my favorite). Served on correct poppy-seed buns. PERFECT. Other selections on the menu: polish and Italian sausage sandwiches, nachos, Italian beef, tamales, chips, chili and soups (seasonally, I think). They do NOT have a fryer, so no fries, pizza puffs, mushrooms, etc. That's OK, they have awesome dogs and Jay's chips. My only gripe (and this is major, but I can't give them less than five stars) are their hours. They close at like 6:00, seriously. Most people can't even get off the train and over there by 6 if they have a job, so why even bother (either close at 3 like most lunch-only places, or stay open til at least 7 or 8). They're not open at all on Sundays (the silly hours apply to all remaining Boz's), so needless to say, it's almost impossible for a south suburban transplant on the north side to get there and enjoy. read more

Love the food here. You don't get better hot dogs. And the nachos....there's just something about them, they're delicious. The folks working in there are very nice people. I got a large drink, it was bigger than any large drink I'd ever had! Over the years the food has stayed the same, and I plan to stop here for a bite to eat every chance I get. I wish they had indoor seating, but I won't sweat it if I'm getting food this good. read more

Boz's Hot Dogs - Nachos with extra cheese - Hot Dogs Near Me - Hazel Crest, Illinois

Love the hot dogs from here. Got to love the fact that this places claim to fame is that its called Boz Hot Dogs but the sign has a large smiling circle face at the end of BOZ which leads you to believe the name is Bozo's, which is what we still call it today. They were later sued by the Bozo Circus TV show that airs on WGN TV in Chicago. Always a treat to get a dog here. read more

I love this place. I wish there was more by me. I love their Cheese and Chili hot dogs!

Great and quick service with amazing food actually makes me want to go grocery shopping because it's on the way. Love this place !!!!

I really feel guilty giving a mom & pop joint a bad review because I really like to see them do well. However, I've just witnessed too many disgusting things at this place. For one, a co- worker of mine ordered a hot dog once and when they pulled it out of the water it was white! Makes you wonder how long they've been in there. You know a small place like this can't afford to throw away food so they probably keep things longer than they should. Then there was the time I ordered a chili with onions and in the process of putting onions in my chili, the older woman that works here spilled some of them on the counter. Instead of disposing of the onions, she sweeps them into her hand and flicks them back into the container! Disgusting! However, what really disgusts me is the fact that this same woman makes food (without gloves mind you) and collects money without ever washing her hands! That is just totally unsanitary. Especially nowadays hearing about Ebola and such things. I do like the chili at this place but like I said earlier, I'm just too disgusted to go back. read more

Worth getting off the toll road for...tasty hot dogs and tasty generous toppings. We both had the chili cheese dogs and my husband also had the italian beef. No place to sit but in your car when it's cold, but a nice change from the chain restaurants. Map showed it south of 80, but it's just north. read more