Best Chicago-Style Hotdog Places in Chicago
Vacationing in Chicago is a one-of-a-kind experience. You can catch a sports game featuring your favorite teams, catch a concert or play, or visit one of the many restaurants Chicago has to offer. The city is known for its delicious hot dogs, which are packed with flavor and topped with creative ingredients that stand out. Here are a few of the best Chicago hotdog places in Chicago that will make your stay in the city a little more pleasant.
Portillo’s Hot Dogs
100 W Ontario St, Chicago, IL 60654
(312) 587-8910
Portillo’s is a landmark in Chicago and offers some of the most delicious Chicago-style dogs in the city. Choose from the classic hot dog on a poppy seed bun, or opt for the chili cheese dog or chargrilled Polish sausage topped with onions and peppers. Portillo’s is also known for its tasty Italian beef sandwich which makes a filling and flavorful lunch or dinner, or you can enjoy a charbroiled or breaded chicken salad. If you’re looking for a lighter meal but don’t want to miss out on the flavor of a Chicago-style beef sandwich, try the Chicago combo bowl with a variety of chopped vegetables, sausage, and brisket grilled to perfection.
Devil Dawgs-South Loop
767 S State St, Chicago, IL 60605
(312) 583-9100
Devil Dawgs offers a variety of hot dog options topped with all the ingredients you love. The Chicago dog comes with fresh tomatoes and peppers, pickles, and chopped onions. You can also get your Chicago dog topped with a sprinkle of celery salt and crispy fries. Devil Dawgs even allows you to customize your meal with the Hey Dog, which is a plain hot dog that you can top with the ingredients of your choice. If you prefer a Polish sausage, you can enjoy the sandwich with mustard, grilled onions, and sport peppers. The restaurant also offers delicious chicken sandwiches include the classic chicken with housemade sauce or the Rooster with pickles, cheese, bacon, and a fried egg.
Superdawg
6363 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, IL 60646
(773) 763-0660
The Superdawg is this restaurant’s signature sandwich and it’s packed with a smoky flavor. You can order the Superdawg with cheese as well; both entrees are served with a side of crispy crinkle fries. The Superburger is another popular menu item; the beef patty is cooked to perfection and the burger is served with a house-brined pickle on the side. You can also opt for the grilled cheese on rye and a side of fries. Superdawg is one of the best places in Chicago to get a hearty bowl of chili and you can order Supertamales at the restaurant as well. Finish your meal with a sweet treat such as fudge brownies, a chocolate chunk cookie, or a hand-spun milkshake or malt.
George’s Hotdogs
1876 N Damen Ave, Chicago, IL 60647
(773) 227-4034
George’s Hotdogs offers delicious Vienna beef hot dogs topped with tomatoes, pickles, chili, cheese, or chopped onions. You can start your meal off with a tasty appetizer like mozzarella sticks with a tangy marinara sauce or opt for the Grecian chicken breast salad with onions, feta, and olives. The restaurant is also popular for its pizza puff, a savory pastry that includes all the ingredients you’d want in a meat lover’s pizza. You can also select a veggie wrap or an all-natural veggie burger if you’re looking for a meat-free or vegetarian meal.
Jimmy’s Red Hots
4000 W Grand Ave, Chicago, IL 60651
(773) 384-9513
While it’s not the oldest spot in Chicago, this iconic hotdog stand will celebrate 70 years of service in 2024. Open until 1 am Jimmy’s Red Hots always has you covered no matter the time of day. This is a proper hot dog stand. There’s no seats or extra frills. You walk up, make your order, and then eat right there at the standing counter. For the true Chicago experience, order your hot dog with “everything.” It’ll be served up with mustard, relish, onions, and large peppers. One key detail about Jimmy’s that you need to know, they are adamantly anti-ketchup. Not even for fries so don’t ask. Instead get their homemade hot sauce which is better than ketchup could ever be.
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Editor’s Note: This article was originally published on June 9, 2021 and last updated on August 2, 2023. Please refer to restaurant websites and social media pages for the most up-to-date information.
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