48 Best Hot Dogs near Forest Park

“Don't let the overall look of this place fool you It might seem like an out of place small almost empty restaurant right next to the sidewalk, But the food is delicious, Very friendly staff of 2 at the moment. It was my First time going I had a hot dog meal with fries and a drink Hot dog was delicious. Fries surprised me VERY delicious home made fries, food was good The price was great. Service was very fast in and out within about a minute well worth a stop, I am looking forward to trying out some of their other menu items 🤤 my one and only complaint if I had one is that there is no porking available for them at the moment 😭“

“Staff has changed over the years and they aren't their strongest right now. Call in orders should be simple but the cashier was very spacey and didn't want to charge me for what all I ordered thank God for the older cooks that kept telling her what I ordered!! And for a pick up it took awhile to just pick it up. Won't be going for a while“

“Went to portillo's because it was my birthday today the cashier made a mistake charged me for my free chocolate cake! I told the manger he fix it right away thank you very much my friend I appreciate that! And give me two chocolate cakes for the mistake from the cashier! I will recommend this place everyone is friendly!“

“Red Hot Ranch is amazing. I appreciate the staffs and managers kindness to me even though I have autism and their food is amazing and really good. Owner Brad is very nice. The restaurant is in good condition. Chicago style hot dog is wonderful. Must come back. 10/10.“

“Solid great prices always people in and out all day and night.“

“Budacki's is a classic neighborhood stop for fast eats. It boasts a broad menu of comfort food, from Polish dogs Chicago-style to gyros and Korean fare. It's not a large or contemporary space, but around rush hour, you'll find it full of regulars from blue and white collar workers to young families and school kids. If you're visiting, there are other spots that do something similar. But if you're new to the neighborhood, be sure to make the trip, and you'll easily find yourself a regular too.“

“Best Hot Dogs in Chicago! I drive from Indiana just for a Mighty Dog!“

“Been going here years. Always up for a Hot soy special or a Big Baby“

“I had to try it today before going back to FL delicious 😋.“

“friendly staff, food is always warm, and yummy“

“Ate at Jimmy's years ago . Hey JIMMY . Take some red hots to the announcers at the track this weekend . Get your name on the air . Your dad would bring Red Hots to the Field when Sal raced there .“

“They have THE BEST Chicago style hotdogs .“

“Nicky’s Hot Dog is a must-visit spot if you’re in the Hotel Central area for a business trip. I arrived around 11:00 am, and while foot traffic was light, parking was still scarce, possibly due to sharing with a neighboring business. The place is tiny and old, with no updates to the exterior or interior, but that’s not why you’re there. I skipped the namesake hot dog and went straight for the Italian beef sandwich.

They used to be cash-only, but now they accept major cards, which was a relief since I don’t carry cash. The workers are packed into the minuscule kitchen like sardines, but ordering is straightforward. Just tell the guy at the counter what you want, and he writes it down on paper. A couple of minutes later, your order is ready.

There’s nothing fancy about Nicky’s, so if that’s what you’re after, head to a major chain. I ordered a beef sandwich with fries and an RC Cola for around $14. The sandwich came wrapped in foil and paper, with the bottom half soaked in beef juice. The beef was perfect, the bread was soft, and the hot peppers were just right. The sandwich was delicious and paired perfectly with the golden fries and cola. I’m so glad these places still exist, and I have much respect for the workers who move at warp speed to handle the orders, especially as it got jam-packed as soon as I left.“

“I stopped by J's Corner for lunch break, ordered a polish with everything, comes with free fries. THE best polish I've had in a long time. Been trying other restaurants, but nothing compares to this. 5/5 in my book, classic menu selection with good prices, will try the bulgogi that everyone raves about next time“

“Bob-O’s is an absolute gem! The food is always fresh, flavorful, and served with a smile. Their burgers are juicy, the hot dogs have that perfect snap, and the fries are crispy perfection every single time. You can tell everything’s made with care — it’s comfort food done right.

The staff are super friendly and make you feel welcome the moment you walk in. The place has a fun, casual vibe that’s perfect for families or a quick bite with friends.

Whether you’re craving a classic Chicago-style dog or a loaded burger, Bob-O’s delivers every time. Five stars all the way — easily one of the best spots around!“

“Fantastic chilli cheese dog.“

“I am a very huge fan of smaller scale restaurants that can be found hiding in the city. Family-owned businesses are typically the ones that have the best food because they do not necessarily look into mainstreaming menus and recipes. with smaller restaurants, you can typically find amazing price opportunities as well as some unique food that has not been released to the broad market. It almost makes locations like this become a treasure if you come across them. Huge shout-out for Lola's. Amazing dogs, burgers, shakes! give them a try when you get the chance. For me, it was worth every penny!“

“Food is absolutely delicious5, everything I've tried. I'm ready to have it again. I just wish they would trim the one inches high entryway outside a bright yellow. I've even red around the yellow to draw attention to the "trip", at other establishments. It's just an accident waiting to happen. Thank you.“

“Iconic!! Came here in 2009. Great food at a great price! If you come to Chicago, you have to try Jim’s!!“

“Horrid! As a native Chicagoan I never expected to be disappointed by a neighbourhood hot dog stand. Yesterday, for the first time I went to Jr’s Red Hots. For starters they messed up the order of two hotdogs with fries. Instead we received two overcooked polish sausage with greasy fries. I couldn’t consume more than two bites of either. It was obvious the grill and oil from deep fryer aren’t routinely cleaned. Failed on a grand scale!!!! Never going back to Jr’s.“

“Lulu’s Hot Dogs is a hidden gem in University Village. I swung by for lunch and grabbed the 2 Hot Dog Special with fries and a drink. The dogs were loaded with all the classic Chicago toppings—mustard, relish, onions, pickles, tomatoes, sport peppers, and a sprinkle of celery salt. The fries were crispy and perfectly seasoned. The staff was friendly and quick, making the whole experience even better. If you're in the area, this spot is a must-visit for authentic Chicago-style dogs.“

“Great Hotdogs loaded with topings and I got a burger too. Fries are crispy and seasoned perfectly. Staff is pleasant and helpful. I will come back here again!“

“The worker Zhyldyz was so kind and patient:). I believe she was alone but she was still kind even though being alone. She worked at a good pace and got our stuff out with good timing:). I could tell everything was made with care xD. I hope she had a wonderful rest of her day! ♡“

“Donald's has had consistently delicious food for as long as I can remember. Their soups and chili are made fresh every day. The food is so well prepared and always hot and fresh. The service is phenomenal. You get in and out with their very friendly staff.“

“tasty char dogs and delicious shakes, I had the banana and my brother enjoyed his oreo“

“First , the smoke and aroma comin’ out the roof exhaust pipes . Lol 😛 Known for their hamburgers , dogs , apparently everything else on their menu is good . Being a member of Chicago Italian Beefs fB page , I just HAD to try theirs . Pretty darn good ! 9.0/10 Sweet n hot , dipped , nice crinkly fries 🍟 comin’ for da ride , and a tamale 🫔 to wash it down . Nice job guys at the PP in Des Plaines !!!“

“Got The Dogzilla and The Lord Byron burger, both Byron's style. Staff was very nice and quick and the food was great. If you're ever in the area, make a stop here. It's worth it. Awesome place and good food.“

“Good food an friendly service“

“At first, I was a little apprehensive because this is inside the Home Depot, but the food was absolutely fabulous. The hotdog was great. It was my first Chicago hotdog and the hot peppers are very hot.! the guys behind the counter were very friendly… fantastic location, fantastic food highly recommend“

“The guy behind the counter was a little gruff and curt with me, but once he saw that I had my dog with me, he warmed up a bit. Otherwise, the hot dogs were tasty, but I was expecting more tots than what was served to me. Also, the way that the restaurant was shot in the photos listed online were very deceptive; way smaller space than expected, and really no place to sit and enjoy your food.“

“As a long time customer, I wanted to come here and show some love in a review the cheeseburgers are exactly as the 90s cook to profession, best toppings, nice bread of onions the pizza puff is always crispy and tasteful . Family still operating the restaurant and it’s a true blessing to us a long time customers“

“Great dawgs. Quick service“

“First time enjoying Alley Dogs was great. The fish sandwich was crispy and tasty with the extra tartar sauce. The fries were soft on the inside and had a nice crunch externally. The staff was enjoyable to talk to until the food was ready pretty quickly!“

“Great food, friendly staff, great service.“

“like a dream had went back for a second round Thanks!“

“It's a great ,greasy, hotdog joint. It was as expected. Nice clean and quick. I love the people who left a bad review because there were no tomatoes on the hot dog . Get over it that's how THEY make them there it's a hot dog it is what it is. I never had a bad hot dog ?.“

“The Best! The best fries, the best steak sandwich, the best hamburgers, the best everything!“

“I love a Depot Dog so much that I will stop here without having to need to go to Home Depot.A Chicago Dog, chips and a drink for nearly $5 - AND IT ACTUALLY TASTES GOOD - heck yeah!! I know this might sound weird, but I did stop here on our way to go-karting for my bachelor party!“

“First time trying this GEM! AMAZING food! Never have been here before, but we'll worth it. Steak burger and a polish with fries. So good!“

“Gpay didn't work and I had no physical card. After trying the Gpay several times, I gave up. The manager asked for the drink I was drinking back, lol. I got in the car, saw my wallet in the seat and decided not to go back in. I drove out of my way to try this food, but this experience with being asked for the drink back was shocking. #theapartmentlady“

“Love their cheese fries and milkshakes. staff is friendly.“

“Me and my faget wannabe beaner brother bart niedzialkowski used to go here when we're kids . I really enjoyed eating here when I was a kids after karate practice . This place never changed. My children go there a lot with my mom . Garlic gyros are the best .“

“This is a neighborhood staple! Good food great people!“

“As a resident who lives nearby, I love coming to Mr. E's for a tasty meal and great prices. I personally love their burgers! The combo meals are right around $10 for most of the meals. Staff is always very pleasant and service is very timely. I've never waited more than 10 minutes for my order! I will continue to patronize this business for a tasty and affordable meal! It always hits the spot. Try their cheese fries!“

“Great food! Even better service! Shout out to Lynn, she was absolutely a delight! Helped me out with my order. I was overwhelmed by the choices and she helped me narrow them down. I got to admit, while I was dilly dallying she didn’t even rush me and encouraged me to follow my heart! Such a good vibe. Left with a bag full of good food and a beaming smile on my face!“

“I've been looking forward to going to zalman's hot dogs ever since it opened. finally we got a chance, and boy is the space large! The hot dogs are very standardized and decent value, with excellent meat quality. lots of photos of Israel posted around the restaurant, and there is a hand washing station.

service from the older folk was a bit weird gave weird vibes. but other than that it's chill...“

“Oh my my.....definitely an excellent Smashie burger....massive double burgers.....oh dear, so fresh and mouthwatering rockin backyard burger....to say I recommend this GEM OF A FIND is an understatement 👌 😀
huge recommendation off EAT LOCAL CHICAGO FOOD REVIEW CHANNEL....Sean Ely and Corey Wagner host this incredible channel reviewing local Chicago fast food spots and restaurants.....“

“My FAVORITE grilled chicken sandwich! Everything is amazing! Highly recommend!“