Superdawg is hands down the best hot dog in Chicago. My two absolute favorites are the classic…read moreSuperdawg and the Whoopskidawg -- which is basically their version of a Polish and SO good. The Superdawg is iconic for a reason, and the Whoopskidawg has the perfect smoky flavor with all the toppings. Also, people do not talk enough about the sides here. The Super Veggies are honestly one of my favorite sides anywhere, and the onion chips are dangerously addictive. Crispy, salty, and perfect with their sauces. Beyond the food, I love that it still feels old-school Chicago with the drive-in setup and giant hot dog mascots on the roof. It's nostalgic in the best way and somehow still lives up to the hype every single time.

Superdawg has been a long time favorite of mine. This visit…read moreI had a superdawg and a chocolate malt. I shared the super veggies with my mom. The service is prompt and the food is made to order. They have a couple small tables inside or tables outside. They also have drive in car service where they bring the food to your car

I am no stranger to Dear Franks of Niles; I visited it several years ago for lunch during one of my…read moresummer jobs in-between college semesters. Since then, I have off-and-on ordered from nearby restaurants yet with an interest in revisiting Dear Franks at some point. It was not until I recently discovered its veggie and plant-based items on the menu when I made it a high priority to visit, being that I am now a vegetarian. After attending training at my job which sits no more than a mile from Dear Franks, I made my visit. Its location sits along W Touhy Ave amongst a mixture of restaurants and shopping stores that are relevant to the community of Niles. I was acknowledged shortly after I walked in and up to the counter to look at the menu which was plastered above the counter. It took me some time to look at the menu because the menu online differed from the menu onsite above the counter. I had a taste for a veggie hot dog, but I did not see it featured on the menu above the counter, figuring that it was no longer an option at the time. So, I ended up ordering their veggie burger, fries, and a drink which was completed within several minutes. While paying, I could not help but notice Turano products near the register. Turano baking company, a family-owned bakery that produces authentic and delicious breads. I drive by Turano's daily enroute to my primary job and it is hard not to notice its building exterior, which has a commanding presence. Being that I have had the interest in visiting Turano's for some time now, I ended up purchasing a Turano - chocolate chunk cookie to go along with my veggie burger, fries, and drink. Maybe now after purchasing the chocolate chunk cookie, it will urge me to visit its location in Berwyn. I chose to dine-in at Dear Franks since I had plenty of time in my day, plus I figured that I still had time to beat the traffic on Edens Expressway enroute back to Chicago. The inside of Dear Franks appeared clean, and the atmosphere gave off a sporty vibe with pictures of Chicago sports teams, and iconic sporting moments in history of those teams featured. And there are a number of tables with seats available inside of the dining area, plus a television plastered on the wall near the entrance for viewing pleasure as you eat. The crinkle-cut fries were the first item I started off with eating. Though not as good as Portillo's crinkle-cut fries, ketchup certainly complimented them well. From that point on, I could not resist eating them all after the addition of ketchup. I moaned in enjoyment after my first bite of the veggie burger; it was garnished with everything I requested such as ketchup, mustard, lettuce, and tomatoes! It was very satisfying indeed. Taking note of everything I experienced: service, ambiance, and food, I have to say that it was a good experience. And with that I would gladly re-visit Dear Franks of Niles again whenever in the Niles area. Service: 4 | Ambiance: 4 | Food: 5 ~Nourish your soul. ~ Thomas G

I love this little place from the sports memorabilia hanging from the wall to the really friendly…read morestaff. I always get the two hotdogs special with some sauerkraut on them. The hotdogs are natural casing and the perfectly steamed bun can hold all the toppings. The french fries are thin and crispy. Check out the daily special on Monday for the 2 hot dog special.

Went here for lunch and had a very easy time ordering and getting the food. It's outdoor seating…read moreonly, so people wanting to sit inside might have to find another option. I got the Paradise Pup with everything on it (mustard, onion, pickle spear, relish, peppers) and a side of fries. The food came out reasonably quick for how busy it was and the hot dog was great and the fries were salted. This is a dive like place and is right off the road. Parking is tight and limited. This is definitely going to be a place I come back to when I'm in the area.

Delicious burgers, but outside seating only, so you might want to take it to go if it's a bit cold…read more I went here around 3:00 p.m. and there was still a very long line. This place is listed in some lists as the best burger joint in Illinois. It's really solid. And the shakes are very good, too. They do crinkly fries, in case that's your jam. I enjoyed the flavor of the burger, although I do wish there were more pickles. :-) We had to wait for a table outside, and it was a little bit chilly, but overall I felt it was worth it.

I have been battling a bug for three weeks. Soup has been a big help. In fact, chicken soup…read more Portillo's is a hot dog place first and foremost I enjoy a good Chicago hot dog, and they deliver. We had three adults and two children. The bill came to $73. Not too bad for the amount of food we received. This location is themed toward the gangster days of Chicago. If you are into pictures of Al Capone, this may be a destination for you. Or not.

We have eaten at this location more times than I can remember over the years, but it has been a few…read moreyears since our last visit and it has changed quite a bit. Many of the tables have been replaced by kiosks and an area for online orders. There are no longer lines to order, and it seemed most of the orders were online orders for pick up. Years ago it was hard to find a table to eat, but there were plenty of empty tables. We ordered via the kiosk, which was easy. I appreciate the food is always consistent. I ordered the chopped salad and my husband got a hot dog and fries. The chopped salad with some customization is one of my favorite salads. It comes with a piece of bread. The bread potion size varies, but this time it was quite generous. The salad has iceberg and romaine lettuce that is always crisp and fresh. the dressing is a sweet. Italian vinaigrette. The fries are also some of my favorite. They are crinkle cut french fries , crispy on the outside but soft inside. This is probably one of the best Portillo's around.

I absolutely love going to Rand Red Hots. This place is a classic 50's style Chicago restaurant. I…read morealways order a chardog with the fries on the side. A chocolate cone as a treat, and sometimes a shake. They are always super nice and fast! The food is fresh and made to order. There's lots of seating inside and outside. And, it's always sparkling clean! CharDog-This hotdog is absolutely perfect! I savor every last bite of it. It's a Vienna Beef hotdog. So, it's the real deal. It's not the traditional Chicago dog. So, don't expect that. This hotdog is juicy, smokey, and charred with a bold beef flavor. Loaded with mustard, sports peppers, relish, and onions. On a nice plush bun. I personally get it without onions. And, it's heavenly! Chocolate Cone-If you're in the mood for a creamy, dreamy, and delicious cone. Then, make sure to get this! The chocolate is nutty and bold. I love this tasty treat. It brings me so much joy! I every now and then will treat myself to this family sized cone. And, I happily finish every last lick of this. So, next time you see Rand Red Hots. Make sure to stop here! You won't regret it!

The epitome of a Chicago hot dog joint. It's got the old school feels and a simple yet tasty menu…read more There is inside seating, but it's best experienced on a warm summers night out on the patio. Tuesday nights are when I try to go because they have a little classic car meetup. French fries and muscle cars are an epic pairing. The dogs , while smaller, still pack a punch with that iconic Vienna Beef flavor. The fries are always hot and fresh. The shakes are pretty bangin' too. Cash only? Worth it. Rand's is definitely a must every summer for our family. Can't say I've ever had a bad time here. Sometimes parking is funky but it doesn't impact our experience. TIP: On Tuesday nights over the summer park on the side street so there's room for the muscle cars. :)

Love these guys! Ever since I discovered this burger joint…read moreinside a bowling alley, I've been frequenting this establishment for years. I love their asian-inspired sandwiches which combine Spam and Pineapple and Pork Belly and all other fun stuff. Taste explosion in my mouth! I love their various salads as well and they offer those tiny but taste-explosive Lumpiang Shanghai's! (Filipino egg rolls) And of course, y'all need to wash everything down with any of their fruit bobas! I always go for my Mango-Lychee boba every time I say hi to the very pleasant brothers who run the place. "Gamsahabnida!"

Boba Burger is a really cool and totally unique spot tucked inside a bowling alley. It is super…read moreweird in the best way and genuinely fun. You can hear the pins crashing and the balls rolling down the lanes while you eat, which adds to the experience. The service was great. Friendly, helpful, and welcoming. The food was delicious and clearly fresh and handmade. We had the Boba Burger and the Hawaiian Burger along with hand cut fries and bubble tea, and everything was excellent. Such a fun vibe with great food to match. I would highly recommend it and will definitely be back.

I always love this place - I grew up on Tastee Freeze as I was a kid and grew up up in Green River…read moresoda - they have the best Green river milkshakes in town- plus they have fountain green river ! My go to is a chili cheese dog and my sons is a cheese dog - check out their hot dog special they now have

Went in on Tues eve and ordered polish and fries and a hotdog and fries.. food tasted old and fries…read moresucked... not even hot...... wasn't busy at all!! Place looks run down and old... spent almost $20 on just that crappy food... Would rather go to dukes on central... They have better fries for one and you get what u pay for... won't be back to this dump!!! Needs a renovation and new owner... or just close this place... Buns were so old the dogs and polish disintegrated it... ..only ate half.. and tossed the rest... buyer beware....

This is a nice spot after the cash registers at the H Mart. It is one of the few food stands…read moreoutside the normal ring food court. There are a few seats outside the stall. The egg sandwich is fantastic - soft, delicate, umami, and, for some reason, super hot. The toast is buttery and crackling. I don't usually get K dogs, but I did this time... I got the potato dog. It's substantial. It seems bigger than what you normally see (but I don't usually get K dogs, so take that with a grain of salt). It was like eating a hot dog and fries and melded together. The food is made to order so it's a few minutes. Depending on the flow of customers, the wait is not bad for fresh sandwiches.

Located inside the Super H Mart food court, this spot serves up delicious egg toast with…read moremouthwatering flavor. It was my first time trying it, and I wasn't disappointed! I got the Ham and Cheese option, which was highly recommended by my sister. The corn dog was good too, although if you had to choose 1 thing to eat it would be egg toast (it's really filling!) The service was excellent, and the food was served quickly--though it wasn't too busy when I visited.

Born and raised in Chicago--you already know I don't play when it comes to good food. I've driven…read morepast this spot for a while, and the name alone caught my attention--The Sandlot, like the classic The Sandlot. Finally stopped in, and it didn't disappoint. The burgers are on point, the fries are fresh-cut and legit, and the whole place just has that welcoming energy. The staff? Top-tier--friendly, attentive, and genuinely making sure you enjoy your experience. Definitely a spot I'll be pulling up to again.

If you're looking for a no frills burger joint and just want a good ole burger with fresh cut…read morefries, Sandlot is the place for you. Don't expect fancy dining and instagrammable views. Just expect good food, fast. Their menu is simple: burgers, chicken sandwiches, hot dogs, fries, pop, and milkshakes. The burgers come in either a single, double, or triple stack, with cheese. I got the cheeseburger and hubby got the two on two (double stack) and we were satisfied with the burgers. It was simple, juicy, grilled and good. The whole family loved the fries. Service was pretty fast, we got ours in less than 10 minutes. Dining tables are available inside to eat, and also a few tables outside in the parking lot if you prefer the outdoors. If you are familiar with the movie The Sandlot, they have their pictures all over the walls. Not sure if they are directly affiliated with the movie, but it definitely brings back that nostalgia. Overall, great burger joint and I would come back again!