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    Slim's

    4.1 (449 reviews)
    InexpensiveSandwiches, Halal, Burgers
    Closed 11:00 am - 11:00 pm
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    SLIM'S ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for kids
    Outdoor seating

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    Italian Beef burger
    Julisa W.

    Maaaaaan! This was such a treat to randomly find! The guys cooking were singing, smiling, having a good time! It made me happy just watching them. You can taste the love they have for what they do. I wanted something with Italian beef and they suggested the burger with the beef on it. Super tasty! The fries were realllll fries and came with a zesty sauce we really enjoyed. Okay but. The spicy chicken po boy is what my partner got. IT WAS SO FRIGGIN AMAZING! Best chicken po boy I've ever had and she agreed. We were starving and took it all to go but ate the sandwich in the car because we could not NOT scarf it down right away. We also got a cookie but it was so good I didn't take a pic and don't remember what kind it was. The restaurant is pretty hole in the wall ambiance wise but looked extremely clean which I always appreciate. If we are ever near I would consider going back!

    Italian Beef
    Ari L.

    If you are looking for an Italian beef sandwich, this is not the place to go. I probably wouldn't bother cooking here for anything else either. It's a pretty standard greasy hot dog/burger shop. The beef was tasteless and low quality. The juice was way too much (there was a swimming pool of juice in my dish) and the bread was not crusty. Avoid.

    Chicago Style Hot Dog & Fresh Cut Fries

    First time at Slim's and I'm already planning my next visit for their Italian beef! The staff was super welcoming and friendly. I got the Chicago style hot dog with fresh cut fries (amazing deal, it even came with a drink!), and everything was fully loaded and delicious! Highly recommend!

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    Timothy N.

    A small fast food spot. With all of the core items and their own creations. The cashier is super nice and friendly. Able to help me pick a great item here. Got the slim burger, which is Italian beef meat on the burger. It's very satisfying and meaty. The only thing is that the menus doesn't list the price. There is a footernote on the menu saying to go online to find real-time price. Pretty annoy if you are trying to figure out how much you want to spend.

    Phaithe N.

    Expert service. The food is filling and comforting. I recommend the burgers, the chilli cheese fries, and always get the shakes, especially the chocolate peanut butter flavor. The restaurant has a big enough space to dine in comfortably.

    Hotdog
    Urooj F.

    I don't know about the rest of their food but the hot dog. Oh. My. Gawd!!! I wish I'd gotten two instead of just one!! The bun was so delicious, the pickle, the dog, everything was so well balanced until we meet again Chicago, I'll be dreaming of that hot dog lol

    Mozzarella Cheese Sticks
    Christopher V.

    Slim's is a great local, slightly above average, fast food option. They don't bother with those grey frozen burger patties found at many competitors. .. nothing but Creekstone Farms beef here! The prices reflect the fresh ingredients and upgrades like brioche buns. 3.39 overall. I tried to convince myself to generously round up considering the service and the never frozen burger patties, but. ..that wouldn't be fair to the other 4 star restaurants. I don't like their Chicken Strips, but they are popular. I find they lack seasoning and are chewy. Not worth a special trip, but absolutely check out if you live in the neighborhood. Open til 9pm.

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    Danielle A.

    I liked this place. The workers were very nice. The restaurant is very small, has about four booths but when me and a friend went in we were the only ones in there. The food was solid, a bit expensive but pretty good. I got the cheeseburger combo with a strawberry shake and regular fry. The fries were way too salty and the burger was just okay. I've had better. I also got the mozz sticks, they were beer battered which I'm not really a fan of but my friend liked them. Overall I would come back and probably order something different and ask for light salt on my fries.

    Double cheeseburger , fries , wings

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    3 years ago

    Ordered two Oreo shakes. They taste like freezer burn Oreo shakes. Disappointed. No shakes for me.

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    5 years ago

    Came from California today and it was closed :/ bummed. No one picked up the phone either

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    3 years ago

    Highly recommend this place. Best fries I've ever had by a long shot. Good service too. Will definitely be coming back.

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    5 years ago

    One of the better veggie dogs I've had. Super quick service and curly fries are always a plus!!

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    6 years ago

    Your average, respectable Chicago burger and hot dog j joint. Great staff. Fantastic Polish as well as chili cheese fries.

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    Ask the Community - Slim's

    When are you going to reopen?

    We are open again and offering delivery, carry-out, and curbside pickup

    Which brand hot dogs do you guys use?

    Vienna Beef Jumbo Halal hotdogs

    Is it halal? And if so do they have a certificate on hand?

    Yes it is Halal. I currently don't have certificate on hand but I certainly can print and do that.

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    Burgers were awesome. But Antonio was perfect, and went above and beyond making our dinner special…read more It was my first time in the restaurant and asked if the fries of hash was better, he recommended the fries but later surprised us with the hash comped. But that's not all-- he also came with a sunday "just to celebrate" it wasn't anyone's birthday or anniversary but we definitely were in the mood to celebrate after a night talking with him. Thanks for great service and great food, give Antonio a raise he is AWESOME

    Arrived before having to wait more than 30 minutes as others after me had to. I waited no more than…read more20 minutes for a seat. I got sat at the bar area where you can see all the action of the kitchen. The place is busy and full and I think it's awesome that it's an open kitchen cause you can see the magic happening. My waitress was super friendly and seems like she's used to everyone coming in to try the burger lol I heard her repeat the spiel many times. A single patty is 2 and a double is 3z I went with a double but honestly should have done a single. Food came out quick and the burger is super juicy. Fries were hot and delicious and even though it was the simplest burger I've ever had in my life I would say it's one of my top three favorite burgers I've ever had. Can't wait to come back.

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    The cooks were very attentive!
    The cooks were very attentive!
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    Little Bad Wolf

    Little Bad Wolf

    4.4
    (2.6k reviews)
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    We loved and enjoyed this place we drove here after having a craving at midnight and it was one of…read morethe best experiences in the city. The seating was great service was great and food was even better at 1am !!

    The Chronicles of Ragebaiting My Brother continue…read more My brother is a die hard Chicago fan. He visited once during a college internship in 08 and decided he would move to this city. Shout out to him for doing the damn thing. Although I would like to mention it was I who named it and claimed it for myself way back in 2001 after a visit to the city for a college conference. However me and my bestie couldn't figure out how to make it happen on a 20,000 labor organizer salary lmao. So we remain on the east coast while my swagger jacking little brother paints the Windy City red. Anyway because he's so in love with this city and knows its in and outs, I often send him dubious "influencer content" of recent transplants that act like just because THEY just Columbus'd a new spot it must be new to EVERYONE. And the recommendations are often awful and likely paid for (extorted). It sends him into a rage which again - we love. My fave kind of terrible content to send him is Top 10 burger spots in Chicago. The lists are often wrong, outdated, and criminally under seasoned. Every once in a while though there is a fleeting moment of alignment and Little Bad Wolf is it. This truly may be the best burger in Chicago. Food: -Wolf burger - egg fried HARD for me -Bad burger - add egg for my brother -Bad burger - as is for my mom -crab cakes - for SIL -mashed potato- for the toddler -Brussels sprouts for the table The patties were well seasoned and melted in my mouth. I adore crispy onion straws. Beer was crisp and refreshing. Service was outstanding Perfect vibe on a midday Monday Bench and chair seating for all bodies. 100% worth the hype! The menu description is also a good way to annoy your loved ones. See pics for my friend's visceral reaction lmaooo

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    3.9
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    DMK is one of our absolute favorites. The food is always incredible, and the quality never misses…read more The burgers are cooked perfectly, the toppings are fresh, and the fries are some of the best anywhere. Every time we go, the service is friendly and the atmosphere feels easy and welcoming. We've been going here for 10 years now. It's a place that just gets everything right! Great food, great people, and a consistent experience every visit. Always looking forward to coming back.

    3.5 stars Attention…read morevegetarians: The fries are fried and brined with beef tallow*. You can get a vegetarian version of the sweet potato fries. We popped in here for a quick bite before husband's show in Wrigleyville. It was pretty empty what we arrived and the overall ambiance feels sterile. It did pick up with more tables while we were there. I got the veggie version of the Little DMK and the Lazy Refresher mocktail. *I ordered fries for us to split, which is when the waitress warned me about the fries. I really appreciated the call out, but was surprised it wasn't on the menu itself. Husband got the patty melt and noted that the beef tasted very peppered. Both burgers were fine. My drink was a little sweet, but overall good. Staff was friendly and attentive, but even if I were in the neighborhood, I don't see it as a place we'd frequent.

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