I grew up eating Dave's red hots, since I was a little boy and now that I'm a senior citizen I still enjoy that double hot dog, just as much as I loved it when I was a kid I recommend everyone trial Dave's Red hots, And those french fries are still famous better than McDonald's if you ask me
Mahmoud Almashni
All menu items are %100 beef
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Elijah P
Their Italian beef is great. It has the Dave's Red Hots taste to it, which makes it unique. I would like to come back here.
Food: 5
Service: 5
Ghauwiwo Cbahauwi
This is a great spot for both a casual meal and a special occasion.
stacylaughs
Delicious hot dog spot! The food is great, though just be mindful that it’s not the safest part of the city.
L Fountain
The food is not only delicious, it's plentiful. Fresh cut fries with the skin on😜 you're in for a treat, the line was long but definitely worth the wait and the money, they take cards now!!! Woohoo. I was told I could place a call in order as well, I believe she said 4 sandwich minimum, I'm not sure but you definitely won't be disappointed. The service was pleasant, greeted with a smile and my money taken graciously...lol, nice folks...try them out.
James Green
First time trying Dave’s hot dog. Everything was fresh and good, especially fresh potato fries. Friendly staff were awesome.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Ben Scrivens
Delicious food, totally authentic, will come back every time I'm in Chicago no doubt.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Dana Yates
Stopped by Dave's Red Hots on Roosevelt for a quick lunch. Grabbed a classic hot dog with everything—mustard, pickles, sport peppers—and added onions and relish. Also went for a deep-fried Polish sausage, which was crispy and juicy. The hand-cut fries were hot and fresh. Service was quick, and the staff was friendly. It's a no-frills spot with a lot of history and flavor. Definitely a go-to for a solid, affordable meal in the area.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Andrew Renteria
The hot dogs are amazing as said, however there is no seating inside in order to eat and there is no air conditioning so it is extremely hot inside. I got a polish dog with everything on it and it was amazing perfect mix of sour and savory. Their fries were also off the wall perfect amount of salt and slightly limp due to the grease. The pizza puff was kind of like a hot pocket but better, however it made the wait time so much longer so I’d just recommend getting a hotdog.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 5
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Fries, Hot Dog and Fries, Chicago-Style Hot Dog
Food is still great after 40+ years. When l walked in the decor is still vintage and the pickle on the hotdog is still the same. Great.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Hailey Brown
Dave’s Red Hots in North Lawndale is a true Chicago classic. I grabbed a Polish sausage with everything—mustard, sport peppers, and thin-sliced pickles—plus fries and a pop, all for under $10. The Polish had that perfect snap, and the hand-cut fries were crispy and golden. It's a no-frills spot with a rich history, but seating is limited, so be prepared to take your meal to go. Still, it's a must-visit for any hot dog enthusiast.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Fries
Defrances Higgs
Been going there 50+years.
Vretta Taylor (Retta)
Picked up for a friend that lives in the suburbs. She loves the hot dogs
Gabe Reitemeier
Good lord, this place is phenomenal. Deservedly famous, one of the very best hot dog joints in the city. Around since the 30s, 4th generation black female owned business, the line is long for good reason! Excellent dogs (recommend deep frying for 25c), and every dog is topped with a generous portion of fries, which are *perfect.* Mozzarella sticks are spectacular too, and under $5
I grew up eating Dave's red hots, since I was a little boy and now that I'm a senior citizen I still enjoy that double hot dog, just as much as I loved it when I was a kid I recommend everyone trial Dave's Red hots, And those french fries are still famous better than McDonald's if you ask me
All menu items are %100 beef
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Their Italian beef is great. It has the Dave's Red Hots taste to it, which makes it unique. I would like to come back here.
Food: 5
Service: 5
This is a great spot for both a casual meal and a special occasion.
Delicious hot dog spot! The food is great, though just be mindful that it’s not the safest part of the city.
The food is not only delicious, it's plentiful. Fresh cut fries with the skin on😜 you're in for a treat, the line was long but definitely worth the wait and the money, they take cards now!!! Woohoo. I was told I could place a call in order as well, I believe she said 4 sandwich minimum, I'm not sure but you definitely won't be disappointed. The service was pleasant, greeted with a smile and my money taken graciously...lol, nice folks...try them out.
First time trying Dave’s hot dog. Everything was fresh and good, especially fresh potato fries. Friendly staff were awesome.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Delicious food, totally authentic, will come back every time I'm in Chicago no doubt.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Stopped by Dave's Red Hots on Roosevelt for a quick lunch. Grabbed a classic hot dog with everything—mustard, pickles, sport peppers—and added onions and relish. Also went for a deep-fried Polish sausage, which was crispy and juicy. The hand-cut fries were hot and fresh. Service was quick, and the staff was friendly. It's a no-frills spot with a lot of history and flavor. Definitely a go-to for a solid, affordable meal in the area.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
The hot dogs are amazing as said, however there is no seating inside in order to eat and there is no air conditioning so it is extremely hot inside. I got a polish dog with everything on it and it was amazing perfect mix of sour and savory. Their fries were also off the wall perfect amount of salt and slightly limp due to the grease. The pizza puff was kind of like a hot pocket but better, however it made the wait time so much longer so I’d just recommend getting a hotdog.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 5
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Fries, Hot Dog and Fries, Chicago-Style Hot Dog
Restaurantji Recommends
Food is still great after 40+ years. When l walked in the decor is still vintage and the pickle on the hotdog is still the same. Great.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Dave’s Red Hots in North Lawndale is a true Chicago classic. I grabbed a Polish sausage with everything—mustard, sport peppers, and thin-sliced pickles—plus fries and a pop, all for under $10. The Polish had that perfect snap, and the hand-cut fries were crispy and golden. It's a no-frills spot with a rich history, but seating is limited, so be prepared to take your meal to go. Still, it's a must-visit for any hot dog enthusiast.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Fries
Been going there 50+years.
Picked up for a friend that lives in the suburbs. She loves the hot dogs
Good lord, this place is phenomenal. Deservedly famous, one of the very best hot dog joints in the city. Around since the 30s, 4th generation black female owned business, the line is long for good reason! Excellent dogs (recommend deep frying for 25c), and every dog is topped with a generous portion of fries, which are *perfect.* Mozzarella sticks are spectacular too, and under $5
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