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    Windy City Wieners

    2.9 (133 reviews)
    Open 10:30 am - 10:00 pm

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    WINDY CITY WIENERS ATMOSPHERE

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

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    Joshua D.

    Review Visit: August 17th, 2014 Fun name. Delicious food. While exploring Bloomington-Normal one day, my friends and I came across Windy City Wieners. First, we chuckled at the name but then decided we should grab some lunch there. Firstly, Windy City Wieners is located in a pleasant place location in Normal. It's near the Amtrak station, the street it's on has lots of little shops to browse. There is a parking lot to park nearby so you can walk around and visit shops. Now to the food. My friend Matt and I stopped by for food. It has been a few years, so I don't recall what I had. But I do know it was delicious. So good that I wanted to order another dog or two. Matt also enjoyed his meal and wanted a few more dogs, too. My memory may be a bit foggy, but I do remember the friendly staff and how delicious the food was. Conveniently, they have 2 locations, so if you are in the area, you have 2 choices of where to get some authentic Chicago-style hot dogs.

    Classic Chicago - Style Hot Dog
    Jessica F.

    Solid Chicago dogs! Staying the night on a road trip and found this gem walking distance from our hotel. Perfect snap biting into the dog with all the classic Chicago dog toppings. Fries were large cut & piping hot. We took our dogs to go & at at a nice shaded picnic area around the corner. Service was quick & price is very reasonable. Portions are generous. The restaurant is more of a take out place & has pretty basic ambiance for a quick bite. Cute little shop right on the main drag!

    Italian Sausage with mustard and onion
    William H.

    It's not 5 star dining ! But it's classic Americana Italian beef ,Italian sausage and loaded fries is what I had all was pretty good ! Served hot and fresh ! Cool Little hotdog cart in a building nothing special but a good hot meal I would much rather spend $20 here than McDonald's!

    sarah t.

    We love the impossible burgers here. They are these best in town. Wish they had a Windy City Wieners in Northern Illinois. It's a 2 1/2 hour drive from our house but we always come here when where in the Normal/Bloomington area. Burgers are definitely worth the drive. I would have taken a picture but it was so delicious and I ate all of it. The fries were very yummy also.

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    Claire A.

    where do I even start. This establishment is full of charm and good vibes. From the moment I walked through the door, the aroma from kitchen entered my nose and went straight to my heart. The food was absolutely phenomenal. I got the corn dog and butter garlic fries and let me tell you- they rocked my world. Don't even started on the exceptional service and employees. If I had a child, I would feel more than comfortable dropping him off at Windy City Weiners while I run an errand. So, if you're in the area and looking for the best meal of your life, look no further than Windy City Weiners!!

    Grant A.

    I love it when I see Chicago things when I'm not in Chicago. They have Chicago dogs and Italian Sausage, I chose 2 chili cheese dogs though. I like they even have the poppy seed buns. They're faithful to Chicago flag colors of sky blue, white and red.

    Appearance almost made me throw up!!!

    Horrible Horrible Horrible!!!!! service. The first time I ordered from here they forgot my fries for my meal. The second time they put the wrong peppers on my gyro and the third I got gyro fries and they Gave me complete slop. I should've known it wouldn't be good when the delivery lady arrived at my BACK DOOR. I just moved here from the city and wanted something that tasted like home! this was a complete and utter disappointment JUST DISGRACEFUL DISTASTEFUL AND DISTURBING! I wouldn't even feed this to a dog on the street let alone another human being. FOUR slices of meat RINGED onions tomato SLICES and DRIED cheese on fries that 9/10 came out of the same grease as pork beef fish and whatever else they fry there. This place needs to be SHUT DOWN!!!!!!!!!!!!

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    Great dogs! Classic Chicago dog with good quality ingredients... what more do you need? It's my go to for a Chicago dog.

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    Excellent Chicago style Italian beef sandwich with hot peppers. My daughter had the corn dog and it was awesome as well.

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    Destiny and flip are the most kindest I have came, coming to Windy City. And Marcus perfect.

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    Good fries, nice place, good quality food at a low price. Will definitely return!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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    I got the Chicago style hotdogs and they were very good. The fries were pretty good too. I'll definitely be back here!

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    Great food! Great service and amazing patience. Thankful they were open when I was starving!

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    2 years ago

    We live their food. The grilled chicken, pork tenderloin sandwiches are great. Delivery is prompt and employees are friendly.

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    a) how yall gonna make me pay a dollar for cheese sauce and not give it to me and b) the hotdog crunch like plastic im scared c) fries SOGGY

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    3 years ago

    This Place is Perfect! Food Is Heaven! Menu is giant! Nice employees! Food Explodes in your mouth!

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    5 years ago

    I absolutely love the food. Everything is delicious. The customer service is outstanding too. Highly recommend!

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    4 years ago

    It's called windy city wieners for a reason. If you can't handle a couple dogs ran through the garden, go somewhere else.

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