Dogs on the Chain is my new go-to spot whenever I'm back home! They have hands down the best Italian beef around -- better than the traditional places I used to visit in Gurnee or Volo. The flavor, the quality, and the consistency are on a different level. On top of that, the service is always friendly and welcoming, which makes the whole experience even better. Great food, great people, and a place that's quickly become a staple for me every time I'm in town. Highly recommend! read more

Took me awhile to finally stop in here and try their offerings and I am really happy I did. First off great service. Friendly and funny exchanges while preparing your order. Place is clean and well kept with a simple menu. I ordered a Chicago dog with fries. Been in this area now for 30 years originally from Chicago but this was the absolute best hot dog and fries I've had anywhere bar none. And I've been to all the well known hot dogs joints thru Chicago, this place beats em all with maybe the exception of the now closed Hot Dougs for those in the know. I can't wait to go back to sample all of the sandwiches on the menu. I will now be a regular. Thank you Dogs on the chain for an amazingly delicious dog not to forget the super hot crunchy and fresh cut fries. They actually belong on the hot dog rather separately. read more

If you are looking for a great hot dog place with great atmosphere, great food and people with a lot of heart look no further. The best little hot dog place around. They are so friendly and nice and go above and beyond if you have a food allergy. The hot dogs taste so gourmet and the polish cooked to perfection and don't get me started on the fresh cut fries. Don't walk run to Hot dog on the chain you won't be disappointed read more

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Awesome food staff are nice It's a great place to go. If you need food on the go and a quick bite to eat I recommend the beef.

Good food, great prices and excellent specials. A real hidden gem. Sorry I waited to stop in. Very clean.

Great food especially the deep fried hot dog. Clean and fun environment! Great service

Heads use this app for directions, it will lead you a house. You're going to have to Google map it. The food, we stopped by for the pizza puff..can't get it in California and we were in the neighborhood. So I made it a point to find a place that served them. Not better or worse than other pizza puffs. Why give it 5 stars. Two reasons 1. Always support local restaurants when you can, especially when the food doesn't stink. 2. The guy working was cool to talk to. He ended up sharing some of his personal deer sausage links with me to take home. Tried it and it was super good. I don't know if I will be back to the area but if I do, I will stop by again. read more

Hot dog not Vienna beef but I must say was just as good if not better! They have the Eisenberg brand that is local Chicago. The only thing I would like to be different is maybe have fountain drinks not just bottle/cans. The parking is little cramped. Overall really good hotdog and fries! read more

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Great customer service. Great pricing. Wonderful food! We had beef and a gyro and a hot dog. All very good. We also love to sit and watch the fish in there. read more

One of the best newer restaurants fox lake has to offer, everything is good. I remember when they first opened and then them hyping up the gyro meat that they finally got, did not/does not disappoint I love it here read more

It's just the greatest dog experience one can get. Great service, family friendly, excellent food!

Stopped here for lunch and have a few topics to comment on. I ordered two dogs, a fry, and soda which came in a can. With tax that was over $10. For me I think about $2 too much versus other dog locations through Chicagoland. I realized why when receiving my order. First Hand cut fries and larger dog that normal; almost like a double dog. The dogs came on poppyseed buns that are steamed and although one was missing the pickle, they were loaded the Chicago way. Tasty! While waiting for my food which was slow to come out I watched either Italian beef or gyro go into the microwave! Only dogs here for me! read more

My new favorite hot dog! I plan on going back to try the gyros next after reading all the great reviews. read more

Always great food and staff extremely friendly. I visit at least 2 times a month . The machines pay out too!!

Great authentic gyros, best outside the city. Plenty of chicago dogs places using Vienna, very few great gyros joints in north Lake County. Pita is fresh, sauce is the real thing, and don't need to add extra meat with their standard. Gyro meat cooks on the rotating skewer, and I simply can't say enough about how good it is. Don't have to miss the old Greek gyros stands anymore. read more

Stopped by on a Sunday looking for a hotdog while riding around, but they were closed, except for Slots. Smelled funky inside.

The hot dog meal special is great. It's a 1/4 pound hot dog. Don't think they're small ones like at other Hot Dog places. It comes with a basket load of hand cut fries. I'll be back. PS - They had to raise the price but the cost of food has been increasing so I wasn't surprised to see that. read more

Food is good they stopped serving Gyros because their supplier changed to the kind of gyro you can buy at Jewel...its nice to see owners that know they shouldnt serve that.. read more

Excellant Philly Beef. But more important the food is fresh. The beef doesn't taste like cardboard. Great personal touch from the people running the place. read more

Well what can I say the best hotdogs I ever had. This is not one of those skinny little things at most stands. Wow eisenberg dogs are fat and juicy. Try this little place it wont disappoint. Eros plate is also great. 5 stars for sure. read more

The food is pretty good. Great hot dog & fries. I think the owner is not very pleasant, almost rude. I like to be thanked for my business.

We love it here!! Just moved out here and I'm soo glad this opened Perfect timing Everything I tried I loved so far If you didn't try it you should read more

Best dog and gyro place in Fox Lake. Good prices and friendly service. Always have a good meal there. It's nice to see people still care about cooking good food. The owner works the register and will customize anything you want. If you've never been there do yourself a favor. read more

Fantastic ! Was craving a Chicago like dog since I'm from out of town and these guys delivered ! It was quite fantastic ! Very flavorful and the guys were super friendly ! read more

Was hungry for a great hot dog. Their name and positive reviews encouraged me to stop. The hot dog, fries, drink, and friendly service exceeded my expectations. Please stop and take one of their dogs or burgers out for a walk. read more

My husband and I just ordered from here for the first time and we absolutely love this place !! Fast and excellent food !! The gyro was the best I have had and the fact that it wasn't greasy was awesome ! The pizza puff very good the hot dogs are by far the best hot dog we have ever had !! My husband doesn't really care for hot dogs but he enjoyed this one !! The BBQ sauce was great . The cucumber sauce was different at first I was like I'm not sure since it's not think and uses different seasoning and is more of a sauce for falafel but after you keep eating it it's actually really good !! The fries are fresh cut and very good too ! Only thing they need is to add cheese balls without jalapenos and to DELIEVER TO VOLO lol I would go broke ! Great place , awesome owner .can't wait to try more ! read more

Found this place last night on accident and let me tell you, it's a little hidden gem if you like good hot dogs. I consider myself to be a hot dog snob and I have to give props to the dogs this place prepares. They use a different brand, Eisenberg hot dogs and I never had one before, most places serve up Vienna (of multiple different grades) and Red Hot Chicago so I didn't know what to expect. This brand dog tasted as good if not better then Vienna's best grade dog. I didn't see a charred option on the menu so I asked if they could do that and they were happy to oblige. I got 2 char Chicago dogs and fries and my wife got a jumbo dog and rings and we both loved them. My dogs had that snap you get from a high end Vienna dog with the natural casings but with better taste and the charred flavor just made it that much better. The fresh cut fries were great too! If you live in or are in the Fox Lake area and want a really good dog, check this place out! I rarely give thumbs up to random hot dog joints but this one is a diamond in the rough! read more

Its not your average boiled shrunken hotdog! You want an beef Chicago dog this is the place! They charge more because you get more.. As far as I'm concerned best dog in the Fox Lake area! read more

Great place and yummy food!!! Got the Gyro and the Footlong Hot Dog with cheese FF. All of it was just perfect. The Gyro sauce was very tasty and fresh. Loved the fresh cut FF too. Glad to have a new tasty place in the area. read more

Meatball sandwich was spectacular! I have switched my Go-To for DOtC for sure! Last time I was here I had the footlong hotdog with everything, usually places don't use all beef and good luck finding one. Park on the Left side of building it's easier to get back out. read more

Great place, hot dogs are the best I've ever had. Owners are sooo nice, I'd recommend this place to every one. I'll be going there often. read more

If you want a great hot dog, this is the place. Best hot dog!! Prices are very reasonable. Also has a great gaming area. Must try

Had a hotdog there today and it was well...fantastic. i know its a hotdog but this isnt your same ole same ole hotdog. Stop in you'll see its twice the size of the other hotdog joints. Italian beef was ok. Guessing papa Charlie's and the beef portion was a little skimpy. Sad not many places make there own beef anymore. I'll try the rest of the menu though and see how it goes. Still though can't remember the last time a hotdog actually stood out as something I'd write a review about. read more

This place is awesome. The food is delicious. I get either the gyro or the beef with the fried mushrooms. I'm so glad they're close to the house. I call ahead and everything is ready when I get there. Winner! read more

Best food in town! Italian beef was fabulous and the fried pickles are a must! Steve, the owner, was so welcoming and staff was also friendly. Will be coming back for sure! read more

By far my favorite place to eat right now! I've tried almost all the menu nothing I didn't like. Get the fried pickles!

I visited this place with my dad tonight and was extremely impressed. The owner was very personable with us and made great conversation. The interior is decorated in a cool quirky way I thought fit the name of the restaurant very well. There was a nice, decently-sized tv there where we watched a sports game as the cook prepared our food. The food came out quickly for food made to order. I was very happy with the quality of it especially with my Italian beef, pizza puff, and the fries. Overall, this place is very high quality and I definitely suggest it if you're looking for a classic hotdog or burger place. I highly recommend trying this place as you won't regret it! read more

When Dogs on the chain first opened it was good. I always get the gyro combo. The last time I got it 4/8/18 the meat was dry and over cooked and the fries were mush dripping with fryer oil my fingers were coated with oil taking a couple fries out. And they no longer have fountain drinks just can soda. The fries size needs to be cut down and need to be a little more crunchy. I am trying to help you guys out by giving my feed back. I really want you to be part of Fox Lake's main places to eat!!!!!!! read more

Great dogs, always done right and if something isnt right they are quick to fix it. Great service i order from here twice a week every week!! read more

So happy to find a place like this because there's not many in this area. Delicious food! The hot dog is huge and the fries are sooooo good. I enjoyed my food and I will definitely be back. The service is also awesome, the gentlemen there were super friendly. Five stars without a doubt! read more