I really enjoyed the basement feel to it and the customer service was great. The best and my first Chicago hotdog was delicious from a native Houstonian that went to visit Chicago for the first time, I will never put ketchup on my hotdog ever again! read more

Went here after my procedure at Mt. Sinai so very hungry for a late lunch...first a smell of rain/ sewer hit me at entering but proceeded... Service was okay, an older lady took our order and was friendly we talked about Chicago sports briefly and she greeted other patrons. My chili dog was okay not thee best but okay. read more

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Great atmosphere and fun vibe! Classic chicago dog. I love all the artwork on the walls - there is mold on some of them though (the ones near the bottom of the wall) so that kind of put me off. Food was good though, and everyone was nice! read more

Flub A Dub Chub's - The Flubby - Hot Dogs Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Found this spot on social media, definitely worth the attention. The owner / manager is very friendly and the place hosts drawing contests which are posted on every square inch of the place, giving it a very retro vibe. We got the classic Chicago dog with fries. Loaded with toppings. Pretty much what you'd expect but delicious nonetheless. read more

Had to try the Chicago style hot dog while in Chicago, of course! Food - 4.5/5 - I liked this a lot more than I thought it I would! The hot dog was so yummy, on a perfect bun for everything that's in it. The hot dog itself felt like such better quality too than just a normal one on the street. The tater tots were a nice addition too. Service - 5/5 - The guy at the cashier was so friendly. Went out of his way to give condiments too. Food was super quick too! Ambiance - 5/5 - A quick grab and go spot, with just a few tables to eat in. The variations of the hot dog drawings around the restaurant were nice too. Loved it! Can't wait to have this again one day! read more

Flub A Dub Chub's - Chicago Dog & Potato Chips - Hot Dogs Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Good Chicago dog and I enjoyed the somewhat grungy vibe on the inside. A little expensive at $15 for a single hotdog combo, but it was tasty so oh well. read more

Flub A Dub Chub's - Hot Dogs Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Totally stumbled on this place randomly when trying to find food in Lakeview, and was decently surprised. This place is simply a fast casual dining spot that I believe is locally owned. The staff is super nice and accommodating, they want you to feel well catered to and the vibe very much gives you family owned vibes. Food-wise they have a bunch of interesting options but are bound to give you a solid burger regardless what you choose. While pricing seems in line with everything else you'd see in the area, I would definitely take this over going to a chain/fast food place. read more

Flub A Dub Chub's - Hot Dogs Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

my first ever chicago dog on a hungover morning was exactly what I needed sister. soooo tasty. the vibe here is so funky and cute, great hidden spot in the neighborhood. the staff was so friendly. we chatted for what felt like hours. this is what chicago is all about read more

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I've eaten here for years and love it every time. This restaurant doesn't look like much from the outside but the menu is large, and the ambience is amusing (will your hot dog drawing be the monthly winner?). Flub's hot dogs are consistently better than Devil Dawgs and The Wiener's Circle (it's all about how you market your business). Tasty fries that you can have seasoned to your liking. This is truly a family-owned and staffed place, and you'll get warm greetings. read more

Something changed...it used to be a favorite of mine since it opened many years ago. I didn't even finish eating my Italian beef. The bun changed, the beef was plentiful, sliced and in a watery sauce with dried oregano...no flavor... and the bun was different and tough. even dipping it didn't soften it. It was the most expensive italian beef in the city at $16.00 (most are $10 or $12) I loved the big sweet peppers they used to have but now they have a small portion of small chopped pieces of mushy peppers...awful! $38 for two inedible sandwiches with something watery poured over them and one order of onion rings before tip. I think the bun was larger than before which wasn't necessary, but definitely not authentic "Chicago Style Italian Beef. It used to be great! Maybe new owners or management or greed. read more

We called to see if they were open. He said yes but we're almost out of hot dogs. He put 2 aside for us until we could get there. So sweet! Park at Marianos across the street. It's free. The food was good. The hot dogs had the proper snap. Good flavor. Fries were excellent. Tater tots were tater tots. We'll be back. read more

Flub A Dub Chub's - Inside - Hot Dogs Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Came here on a recommendation from friends. Flub A Dub Chub's is a cozy neighborhood joint serving an array of hot dogs. I had The Reuben with tater tots/fries. The hot dog was juicy, meaty, and so satisfying with the perfectly melted cheese. So many options...I would love to come back next time we are in town to try something else! read more

Flub A Dub Chub's - The Reuben - Hot Dogs Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Such a fun local spot. My friend took me here as I was visiting from out of town. I'm a sucker for Chicago hot dogs. Service was quick and the cashier that took our order was friendly. I loved all drawings of hot dogs they had plastered all over their walls. Fun spot, delicious hot dogs. read more

Flub A Dub Chub's - The Chubby - OO - Hot Dogs Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

The food was very good! I got the burger with guava bbq on it with fries. They ran out of tater tots but the fries were good. The burgers were around $18 which is a bit pricey. The service was friendly when they took my order but the biggest issue I had was how long it took! It's a small space so there were 3 people working but I think the wait (even if it's normal) deters me from going again. The inside was cute. They have the framed drawings everywhere that customers made and submitted in their monthly drawing. read more

Classic Chicago Hot dog joint Located across the street from Mariano's so you can grab a bite before you get your groceries. There's stairs, so not ADA accessible, but it's a short climb. Staff were professional and food was hot. The hot dog had the classic profile and was everything you could expect. Tater tots were nice and crunchy. They do ask if you want ketchup... for your tots :) Would recommend if your parents are visiting and would want a local classic. read more

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I feel like this place is a hidden gem. Sitting below on busy Broadway in lakeview it could be hard to miss. My run club decided to come as a meetup and the entire place was so accommodating to our large group. You can't beat the price to get a hot dog, fries, and drink for under $10. It was really tasty and the drawings on the wall are so creative. read more

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If you're looking for something quick they have lots of different options on the menu. I only tried the hotdog but wasn't super impressed and thought it had an odd after taste. read more

Nicest people work here. Garden level (down some stairs) Chicago dogs and milk shakes. Street level outdoor seating and a few tables inside. Our favorite Chicago dog in the neighborhood. Get a thick milkshake, you'll love it. read more

I had the Chicago Best's dog with pulled pork. All the elements were perfect together. The tots were great as well and I like they give you an option for tots, fries or a salad. They will bring your food up to you if you're in Monsignor Murphys which is also a great service. read more

Flub A Dub Chub's - Chicago's best dog - Hot Dogs Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Delicious Chicago style veggie dog and crunchy tots. The owner or manager or the fella that rang me up was super friendly and helpful. Also he let me know they have a lettuce wrap option for gluten free folks read more

Flub A Dub Chub's - Veggie dog and tots Chicago style - Hot Dogs Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

so let's talk about my drawing. Essentially, it's a hot dog wizard, no big deal right? well except for the fact that he has lightning powers :p The polish and fries were so good that I felt like it was making my drawing skills better at the same time. It's said that Van Gogh would eat hot dogs as he painted read more

Flub A Dub Chub's - The Durkalski , chicago style polish and my crayon drawing - Hot Dogs Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Came here today with my boyfriend after having wanted to try it for months! This restaurant is a neighborhood staple, and now I understand the hype. They have a pretty long list of hotdog and hamburgers options to suit your fancy. I got the Flubby with fries which is their standard Chicago style hotdog with all the right accoutrements. It was phenomenal! Perfect amount of toppings and delicious hotdog. The fries were cooked perfectly as well. My boyfriend got a Flubby and a bacon cheeseburger also with fries and tater tots. He said that the burger and hotdog were one of the bests for this style of restaurant in the city of Chicago, which is high praise coming from a Chicago native. He also rated it 5/5. Don't be afraid of the line (if there is one) because it moved fast. The service was fantastic for the type of restaurant it is with super friendly staff. There is generally plenty of seating inside and outside. This was the perfect meal for a 4th of July lunch. read more

Flub A Dub Chub's - The Flubby - Hot Dogs Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Tater tots were perfectly crispy and seasoned and a great amount. Chicago dog was made well with plenty of toppings, including a heavy dose of celery salt and relish. The Tuesday deal was $7 for the combo! Happy to try a new Chicago dog, and the environment is fun with all the hot dog-themed drawings (they hold a contest every week!) to look at and talk about. It's very satisfying and I'd be happy to go again! read more

Flub A Dub Chub's - Hot Dogs Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Really enjoyed the hot dog and fries at Flubs. Perfectly cool frankfurter with fresh ingredients and amazing fries as a side. One challenge that I had was the time it took to be served. I ordered a hot dog and fries and it took close to 25 minutes to be ready. It wasn't busy and there were plenty of people working. My guess is that I was prioritized over deliveries. Will be back but please respect your walk-in customers. read more

Flub A Dub Chub's - Front - Hot Dogs Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Classic Chicago Dogs. The ketchup bottles come with a smartly printed warning that they are not to be used in hotdogs. What could be better? read more

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Classic Chicago style hotdogs, amazing guest artwork all over the walls, phenomenal customer service from B. You are greeted warmly, taken care of, and encouraged to explore the art. You can tell B has a passion of working here and she made our visit special. Highly recommend!! read more

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For a garden level restaurant, this place is so great. Fun decor with drawings on the walls, and they're always featuring BYO burger deal on Wednesdays was so so good. Also the tots were amazing and the staff was welcoming for our run club. read more

Golly, yet another place in Chicago to get hot dogs, but the interior is classic kitsch. If you don't even like hot dogs, just go only to check it out. Flub A Dub Chub's is a place that will give you a chubby. Hot dog. There's also plant based ones, so anyone can shove a wiener in their mouth with no worries. Anyone who hasn't been here could have trouble finding it. It happens to be in the basement, down a set of stairs from Monsignor Murphy's. This is certainly quite a dingy place. A few tables are inside, which actually is bigger than it looks. There appears to be no bathroom: there's no room for one. As for the hot dogs, they're basic but good. It's about $8 each, kind of a lot. These are pretty big, and come with French fries or tater tots. Many flavors to choose from. Of course the Chicago style. Even plant based. The Willie Dog is vegan. Seems the tots are okay but these aren't among the best. Thankfully these are always included. Besides hot dogs, there's also burgers. If eating plant based, they have such a burger, so definitely more on the menu to choose from. The majority of customers stick to hot dogs though. read more

Flub A Dub Chub's - The Willie Dog - Hot Dogs Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Some of the very best Hot Dogs ever!! Great variety of customer Dogs with high quality food. The best is Rosemary the hostess, server who is this wonderful lady that is the Mom of the owner. Great lady who runs the front of the place. Be sure to visit as you will not regret it. Truly a good old fashioned Chicago Hot Dog place! Great sign on the front of the place! See below! read more

Flub A Dub Chub's - Sign on front of Flub A Dub Chub's. - Hot Dogs Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

If you don't know it's there you may miss it, but don't! I love the vibes here - it's such an inviting hot dog joint. Everyone who works here is super friendly and I love stopping in. I love all the fun versions of hot dogs they have - and their ice cream is delicious too! read more

Family owned Mom & Pop hotdog stand. This place still open says a lot. Neighborhood icon. They're great for your classics. Chicago's hotdog supplier Vienna Beef gave them a Championship belt at Wrigley Field!! AND they do shakes? Flood this place with your money (they're downstairs across from Mariano's). read more

The best! Fast service, amazing food, and awesome hot dog art all around the restaurant (great ambiance). Everyone there is super friendly (shoutout to Austin!) AND you can get your food delivered upstairs to Murphy's, which is possibly the best part. read more

Absolutely love!!! I could've eaten here every single day during my time in a Chicago. I love everything about this place. It's small but mighty and certainly packs a punch! It is definitely a mom and pop operation. I had the Saturday special which was a Chicago dog with a bag of chips for $7 bucks! What a steal! The staff were super nice and friendly. They have a wide variety of hot dogs and not just limit themselves to hot dogs. They have fries, tots, burgers, and chicken fingers. This place is a must if you're looking for a great Chicago dog. read more

Flub A Dub Chub's - Chicago dog - Hot Dogs Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

This place is truly a gem! We ordered the Flubby(onion on the side) and Speiser chili cheese dog, very comforting. Fries are kinda soggy, but the tots are crispy! Staff was friendly and this place is just too cute, full of hot dog paintings, even a Sex and the city one bc they have a Mr.big dog, hilarious. read more

Flub A Dub Chub's - Hot Dogs Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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The classic hole in the wall. Or, perhaps in this case, hole in the ground (see photo). No matter the location, no matter the name, this place is pretty serious about serving up a delicious, authentic Chicago dog. Small, intimate, and adorned with scores of patrons' hand-made, cute, and clever drawings of every imaginable twist on their unusual name, Flub a Dub Chub's is an icon of everything Chicago. And the dogs are delicious. I won't elaborate except to say that they serve the real deal, including Vienna Beef, sacrosanct to an authentic Chicago dog. And as a testament to their seriousness regarding authenticity, be advised that if you are so gauche as to add ketchup to your dog--they patrol the dining area periodically and check--you will earn yourself a place on the Wall of Shame: a compilation of photos shown in a loop on a wall-mounted monitor in the dining area. Agree or not, recall what Clint Eastwood said as Dirty Harry Callahan in 1983's classic film Sudden Impact: "Nobody...I mean NOBODY, puts KETCHUP on a hot dog". read more

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Chicago dogs made with love, nothing more nothing less. The original and chili cheese dog were both excellent - this place also has specials every day of the week for discounted prices so I'm excited to go again for that! read more

Flub A Dub Chub's - Hot Dogs Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

It was okay. Dogs had too much relish. I had a stomachache after. Also I saw people with super dirty clothes entering and leaving kitchen couple times read more

Naming my first born Flub a Dub - love this place SOOOOOOO much. My only complaint is that they don't do breakfast....... A flubbys breakfast sandwich would go INCREDIBLY hard read more

Chicago Dogs are my jam, so when I got a chance to visit Chicago for the first time my mission was to get as many as I could. Flub A Dub was hands down my favorite. Location, vibe, and service were on point as well. I'd be at this place constantly if I lived there! read more

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Grand ma K burger. Goat cheese and homemade red onion marmalade was delicious. Probably should've order it done medium and a double burger but delicious nonetheless. Putting ketchup on your dog will get you pic on the wall of shame. read more