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Gold Coast Dogs

2.9 (177 reviews)
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Open 4:00 am - 7:30 pm

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Gyro
Shant J.

The food options in Terminal 3, Concourse L are limited, but Gold Coast Dogs caught my eye. I got myself a gyro, which was tasty and quick. I chose fries for my side, but due to an anti-ketchup sign (only in Chicago!), I was afraid to request some. Thankfully, they included a few packets.

Italian Beef with nacho cheese
Elle K.

I had the Italian Beef with cheese. I've never had this anywhere before. It felt like a cousin to the Philly Cheesesteak. However, the Philly Cheesesteak is better. The positives of the Italian Beef -- juicy, warm and brothy beef. The nacho cheese was fun and tasty. The negatives for me -- waaaay too many jalapenos. It overpowered the sandwich. I had to pick 'em out. The bread was so soggy. It's still worth trying. And the service here was fast and friendly.

Damn good
Don H.

Nothing beats a Chicago style hot dog when you need a quick bite. The toppings are the game changer and there's no such thing as a ketchup dog!

Impossible burger and fries
Enna J.

Friendly service. Reasonable wait time and prices considering it's in an airport. Food was seasoned and cooked well. Something to note if you're a vegetarian/vegan and concerned about cross contamination - they cook the Impossible patty on the same grill as the regular meat.

Bacon egg cheese bagel
Chilin T.

Service was polite and prompt. We got two breakfast bagel sandwiches, hot dog and gyro. Everything was very tasty. Solid spot at the airport for the family and myself!

Food from the airport
Stephanie B.

Sonia was EXTREMELY RUDE AMD YELLED at my mom saying no one was gonna take her order because she was standing in the wrong side. There was no need to be rude she needs to be fired! She literally was yelling for no reason and so MAD. She was yelling at her in Spanish.

Thomas G.

It has been some years since I have visited a Gold Coast Dogs location; it was a location near my college campus within downtown Chicago Illinois. This particular Gold Coast Dogs was one of the options conveniently located near my gate that had no excruciating long line. I ended up ordering an Egg & Cheese Bagel with a Ginger Ale prior to my flight from O'Hare International Airport - Chicago. The employee who assisted me took care of me in a timely manner at the register. And it took no more than five minutes for order to be completed. Prior to boarding my flight I enjoyed the Egg & Cheese Bagel; its taste was okay, and it fulfilled my hunger before flight. ~Blessings~ Thomas G

Below par with other Chicago dogs; in part because the dog is charred, not boiled!
Daniel B.

Slightly cheaper for airport food (bill for Chicago dog and fries) will run you a bit below ten bucks. But their version of Chicago Dog is incorrect! Chicago-style hot dogs are typically boiled. I've never eaten a charred Chicago dog. Yet Gold Coat charrs their dog. And even worse, the Charred dogs were not made to order! I'm giving this a 2/5 because at least the toppings and bun were correct, but c'mon! How can you call it a Chicago-style dog and have a charred dog? Fries were basic and way too salty.

Chicago Dog served Chicago-style... delicious!
Keith H.

Layover in Chicago O'Hare so what do you do? Go grab a Chicago dog at Gold Coast Dogs in Terminal L. If you can't get out to Chicago this is truly the next best thing! I of course ordered it Chicago-style with peppers, mustard, pickle, tomato, etc. It came with a side of fresh fries and I grabbed an orange juice. Service was fast, friendly, and the dog was delicious!! They also had sausages, Italian beef sandwiches, and other offerings. Definitely worth the walk from G terminal over to L terminal. If you have the time treat yourself!! Safe travels!

Skip it. But get the chi dog for sure. Huge and filling.
Jesika H.

Delicious! Came for the Chicago dog during my layover. So good I forgot to take a picture. It was around 6 bucks and it didn't even need ketchup. Their lines run QUICK and it's the cheapest item you'll probably find there. I did also have the chili cheese fries you should SKIIIIIIP. No bueno. Love this airport.

Hot dog, fries, and drink

Picked up a Chicago dog, all the way with fries. Line moved VERY quickly, food was served up quickly too. Very typical Chicago style dog. A touch light on the relish. Sport pepper ratio was on point. Bonus points for grilling the hot dog. Fries were crispy despite looking undercooked. Slightly over salted. Reasonable price for an airport meal, I suppose. 6.3/10 quite respectable. I would return. Only two drawbacks: no pepsi products, and no seating.

Jumbo char Chicago dog
Percy N.

Jumbo Char Chicago dog is the way to go. Other items don't seem to be good. Comes with fries or chips for $8.49

Chicago jumbo style
John C.

Sadly we couldn't find a good hotdog place anywhere in Chicago. This place had no flavor in the meat and the bun was old. We also tried a hotdog truck downtown that wasn't good either. Chicago is supposed to be famous for their dogs and we went to 3 places that all disappointed us. Honestly we have better dog places here in Utah and I feel all weird saying that, but it is true.

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My friend was visiting from San Francisco and she wanted to try a Chicago dog so I took her to…read moreDevil Dawgs. Devil Dawgs makes the best Chicago dog I've ever had! So fresh and flavorful. She is pescatarian so it was awesome that she was able to get a veggie dog Chicago style. She also had the Icelandic Dawg which she said was very good as well. My Chicago dog came out very fast but her veggie dog took about 10 minutes. I love how the location is close to magnificent mile so it was easy to grab the dogs then go back to shopping. If you need to take someone to get a Chicago dog I highly recommend Devil Dawgs!

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First time in Chicago so I had to try the national sandwich of Chicago! Al's beef has been serving…read moreup Italian Beef sandwiches since 1938. They have won several awards for their sandwiches and are said to have the best Italian Beef in Chicago. With all this being said, this was certainly a must eat on my trip! Their menu consists of their famous Italian beef, along with Chicago dogs, burgers, sausage sandwiches, chicken, and fries. There is definitely something for everyone here. The inside is casual and reminiscent of a fast food eatery. Really liked the yellow accents throughout the restaurant. I will also note that it was extremely clean inside, which is always appreciated. Ordering is simple and they will call your ticket number when your food is ready. All the food is served made to order and very fresh and doesn't take too long to come out! I ordered the Regular Beef, wet, with both hot and spicy peppers per the workers suggestion. Ordering the sandwich wet simply means the bread is dunked in the gravy/aus jus. If you want the real deal, this is how you order it. The peppers are optional as well, but complete the sandwich. The sandwich consists of their famous Italian beef roasted and sliced, served on freshly baked French bread. I can see why this sandwich is so highly regarded. The Italian beef that is made in house each day is tender, flavorful, and just perfect! It isn't chewy or tough either. The sweet and spicy peppers paired nicely with the savory beef. And the fresh French bread covered in the gravy--phenomenal! The gravy adds a lot of flavor to the sandwich. You do have to eat it quickly, otherwise the bread will fall apart, oh but it is so worth it. I got fries with a side of cheese sauce to go with the sandwich. By far some of the best fries I've had. Not super crispy, but not soggy either, the texture was just right. They were salted perfectly and dipping them in their velvety cheese sauce was a treat! A regular sub is roughly 6 inches and quite filling. The sandwiches are stuffed with ample amounts of beef. The price is also excellent considering how much you get. Overall, I would say Al's Beef lived up to all its praise. My sandwich was very memorable and was like nothing I'd had before. Everything is so fresh, between their beef, bread, and fries, it is all made in house. This isn't just some fast food spot, it is an institution. I was impressed with everything I ordered, especially the fries. They take a lot of pride in what they serve. This is evident in their customer service. If you are visiting Chicago, don't think, just go--you won't regret it!

3-ish stars rounded up. The roast beef was a little on the dry-stringy side but the bread was…read morespongy-soft (absorbed the beef drippings so well!). Kinda skimpy on the fixings on the Chicago dog, but still gets the job done if you're craving a Chicago dog. Fries are the type that are greasy to the touch; not my fave style of fries but I know it's a well-liked one to others. Super friendly lady at the cashier (all smiles, patient, and offered menu help)! Also fast service (got my order within a few minutes). I visited on a Saturday late afternoon and it was very chill here (also shoutout to the early 2000's era music playing :p it was a vibe). Overall I'd say it's not a bad food spot at all if you want a quick bite and want to be a little away from the Magnificent Mile crowds.

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I've eaten a lot of Polish Sausage in my day and I just assumed it was the kind of thing that…read morecouldn't really be improved upon. I was so wrong. The Polish Sausage they're serving up at Jim's is so much better than any I've had before that it's almost an entirely different thing. It's just so flavorful and delicious. The spicing is phenomenal and the sausage itself is extremely above average. And it's taken over the top by the fresh bun and superb sautéed onions. I joked that we should start every day with one of these sausages, and while we didn't actually do that, I feel like that would've only enhanced our trip.

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Stopped by The Wiener's Circle and had a fun Chicago experience. I had the Chicago style hot dog,…read moreand it was exactly what you'd want, classic toppings, plenty of flavor, and a solid dog overall. What really makes this place stand out is the personality. The staff is famously surly, and that's clearly part of the experience, so if you know that going in it adds to the fun. It's more playful than serious and definitely gives the place its own character. I also thought it was cool how they give out free dogs after Bears wins. That kind of generosity and local spirit makes it feel like a true neighborhood staple. Definitely a memorable stop and one of those places that feels uniquely Chicago.

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