The food was great, and the service was super fast! The atmosphere was okay.
Honestly, I couldn't find anything on the menu I wouldn't recommend. They even have a Ditka Polish! DAAA COACH!
The service was really quick – you’re usually served in about 5 minutes.
The vibe is alright! It's a bit of a strange layout, but they've done a good job with the seating. A big plus for me is that it's definitely clean!
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 5
Karmin Daniel
If you're looking for the best burgers, hot dogs, and gyros in Niles, Dear Franks is the place to go! Their juicy 1/3 lb. char-burgers are grilled to perfection, the hot dogs are always fresh and flavorful, and the gyros are loaded with tender, seasoned meat and that classic creamy tzatziki sauce—absolutely delicious.
I can’t get enough of their pizza puffs (crispy, cheesy, and packed with flavor) and their cheddar cheese fries—golden fries smothered in rich Wisconsin cheddar. Their Italian beef is also a must-try, piled high with perfectly seasoned beef and your choice of hot or sweet peppers.
A big shoutout to Randy and his crew, who always go above and beyond to make every visit great. They’re friendly, fast, and treat customers like family—just another reason why Dear Franks is such a neighborhood gem.
Whether you’re grabbing takeout in Niles, stopping in for a quick meal, or ordering catering for an event, Dear Franks delivers consistent, mouthwatering quality every time.
No matter what you’re craving—gyros, a pizza puff, Italian beef, or a classic hot dog—Dear Franks in Niles always hits the spot. Definitely a five-star place!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Cheese Fries, Italian Beef, Gyro, Chili Cheese Dog, Veggie Burger, Hot Dog, Sandwich, Burger, Sausage, Cheeseburger, Gyros Plate, Pizza Puff, Onion Rings, Chili, Chicago-Style Hot Dog
Daniel Garcia
Food is delicious the place is a vibe and the environment is very welcoming and friendly!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Rakan Kunda
The best char burgers you can get in the Skokie area. You need to try them. The staff is amazing as well!
gregg cole
My experience was number one they have easy drive up parking very good food
Fernando Chiribog
Great tasting food
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Brad
Pretty good!!
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 4
Service: 5
gar morales
This is the best place ever. Such a gem! The food seems to be made with care and super great staff always! Check it out. You won't regret it. Old school family and friendly vibe for sure!!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
L N
Food was good, staff very pleasant!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Chicago-Style Hot Dog, Jumbo Char Dog Meal
Pierre van Dyk
Franks and waffle fries were a mixed bag and more a difference between my wife's taste buds and mine.
Ww both had the bacon and cheese polish dog, mine with BBQ sauce. I found it tasty, would have preferred more sauce. She did not enjoy hers, but loved the waffle fries and cheese sauce. On the other hand, I enjoyed the waffle fries, but found the cheese sauce not to my taste.
However, we will return, there are other options to try as well.
The food is great and that's the plus of this experience. It took 20 mins to make my food and there wasn't another customer ordering besides the customers who were already eating.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 4
Service: 1
Roberta Kaiser
I try to eat there at least once a week. Love this place. The jumbo char dog is cooked to perfection, gyros are loaded with meat and you can change it up. I always get grilled onions. The Italian beef is juicy especially if you get it dipped or ask for more juice. Get the fries extra crispy.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Chuck Blatt
Your basic Chicago style hot dog place and I mean that in a good way. Nice daily specials. I got a grilled polish and it was grilled fresh for me. It took a while to get the food but I was fresh and hot. The fries are average. Basic crinkle cut. Lots of choices and everything looked good.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 4
Service: 2
Michelle S.
The food is so good and service is great.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Pharoah Sherod
I’ve been coming here since I was a kid, and the food is always hot and fresh. I recently brought some friends, and everything was great—except for the mac and cheese. It tasted like a lower-quality version of the blue box stuff. I still love this place overall, but I’d recommend skipping the mac and opting for something better on the menu.
The food was great, and the service was super fast! The atmosphere was okay.
Honestly, I couldn't find anything on the menu I wouldn't recommend. They even have a Ditka Polish! DAAA COACH!
The service was really quick – you’re usually served in about 5 minutes.
The vibe is alright! It's a bit of a strange layout, but they've done a good job with the seating. A big plus for me is that it's definitely clean!
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 5
If you're looking for the best burgers, hot dogs, and gyros in Niles, Dear Franks is the place to go! Their juicy 1/3 lb. char-burgers are grilled to perfection, the hot dogs are always fresh and flavorful, and the gyros are loaded with tender, seasoned meat and that classic creamy tzatziki sauce—absolutely delicious.
I can’t get enough of their pizza puffs (crispy, cheesy, and packed with flavor) and their cheddar cheese fries—golden fries smothered in rich Wisconsin cheddar. Their Italian beef is also a must-try, piled high with perfectly seasoned beef and your choice of hot or sweet peppers.
A big shoutout to Randy and his crew, who always go above and beyond to make every visit great. They’re friendly, fast, and treat customers like family—just another reason why Dear Franks is such a neighborhood gem.
Whether you’re grabbing takeout in Niles, stopping in for a quick meal, or ordering catering for an event, Dear Franks delivers consistent, mouthwatering quality every time.
No matter what you’re craving—gyros, a pizza puff, Italian beef, or a classic hot dog—Dear Franks in Niles always hits the spot. Definitely a five-star place!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Cheese Fries, Italian Beef, Gyro, Chili Cheese Dog, Veggie Burger, Hot Dog, Sandwich, Burger, Sausage, Cheeseburger, Gyros Plate, Pizza Puff, Onion Rings, Chili, Chicago-Style Hot Dog
Food is delicious the place is a vibe and the environment is very welcoming and friendly!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The best char burgers you can get in the Skokie area. You need to try them. The staff is amazing as well!
My experience was number one they have easy drive up parking very good food
Great tasting food
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Pretty good!!
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 4
Service: 5
This is the best place ever. Such a gem! The food seems to be made with care and super great staff always! Check it out. You won't regret it. Old school family and friendly vibe for sure!!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Food was good, staff very pleasant!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Chicago-Style Hot Dog, Jumbo Char Dog Meal
Franks and waffle fries were a mixed bag and more a difference between my wife's taste buds and mine.
Ww both had the bacon and cheese polish dog, mine with BBQ sauce. I found it tasty, would have preferred more sauce. She did not enjoy hers, but loved the waffle fries and cheese sauce. On the other hand, I enjoyed the waffle fries, but found the cheese sauce not to my taste.
However, we will return, there are other options to try as well.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 4
Service: 5
Restaurantji Recommends
The food is great and that's the plus of this experience. It took 20 mins to make my food and there wasn't another customer ordering besides the customers who were already eating.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 4
Service: 1
I try to eat there at least once a week. Love this place. The jumbo char dog is cooked to perfection, gyros are loaded with meat and you can change it up. I always get grilled onions. The Italian beef is juicy especially if you get it dipped or ask for more juice. Get the fries extra crispy.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Your basic Chicago style hot dog place and I mean that in a good way. Nice daily specials. I got a grilled polish and it was grilled fresh for me. It took a while to get the food but I was fresh and hot. The fries are average. Basic crinkle cut. Lots of choices and everything looked good.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 4
Service: 2
The food is so good and service is great.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I’ve been coming here since I was a kid, and the food is always hot and fresh. I recently brought some friends, and everything was great—except for the mac and cheese. It tasted like a lower-quality version of the blue box stuff. I still love this place overall, but I’d recommend skipping the mac and opting for something better on the menu.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Cheese Fries, Gyro
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