50 Best Hot Dogs near Skokie

“The best burgers, hotdogs and those fabulous fresh cut fries!“

“Been coming here since I was a kid! I moved up north and haven’t been back in years and as God as my witness it tastes like I never left. Thank you for the nostalgia!“

“Today was the first time I have ever Ben in a Portillo’s Restaurant, first time I have ever had an Italian beef sandwich. I have a Lotta friends in Fort Myers who go all the way to Tampa to get this sandwich and they continue to tell me how good it is. So this evening we decided to go to Portillo since I was visiting on my grandkids and my daughter and son-in-law, I really enjoyed that Italian beef sandwich. There are a lot of other good things on the menu, but that was what I was there for. Unfortunately, they do not have a Portillo’s Station FortnMyer Florida. I can only hope that one day they will build it there.“

“I ordered the double Bacon & Cheddar Burger and fries. The burger was delicious and one of the best I tasted in a long time. The Angus beef used in the burger was moist and had natural fresh flavor. The special TBI sauce was just right. The service behind the counter and cook were courteous. They were accommodating and friendly. I wish there was another That Burger Joint in Gurnee area. Definitely, I must return to this Skokie location. Highly recommended!“

“I’ve been having a major cheese fry craving lately so I decided to stop by Redhot’s to satisfy my taste buds. I ordered some cheddar fries and they were slamming, I wish I bought two.

My gf got the double cheese burger and she loved it!

One thing to keep in mind is that they are cash only but the prices are super reasonable and well worth it. I can’t wait to come to back, because there’s nothing like supporting local businesses with great food.“

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

“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.“

“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.“

“The food and services is amazing. Every time I come here, it’s always a great customer service and atmosphere. Lupe who works there always makes the experience great. Everyone who is in Chicago or in the Lincoln park area should stop here for a classic meal!!“

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

“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 .“

“Incredibly delicious Chicago dogs and milkshakes.“

“Being from out of town I had to try a Chicago style hot dog! So glad I did! Atmosphere was friendly, the gentlemen working were great. Seating is outdoor but it was comfortable. I really enjoyed it! Will definitely have to go again.“

“Tried for the first time and they just hit my top five for sure. The beef was super tasty, moist and the portion was very generous. the gravy very flavorful not greasy or salty. Their bread is soft yet still holds together when you get the sandwich dipped this may be my new favorite place. Under $10!!!! You guys know what your doing 100%“

“I love this place for a great Chicago dog and fries! They always have awesome toppings and the way it comes together when you eat it is amazing. Add some fries and you are getting tons of the best crispy, delicious fries. I think there fries are better that McDonald’s!“

“They have THE BEST Chicago style hotdogs .“

“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.“

“While in Chicago you gotta have a dog, we chose this place on the Navy Pier based off of the reviews and it did not disappoint.

Great service and the dogs came out exactly as expected. Solid bun to dog to toppings ratio that brought out the flavors of each part without being overpowering.

If you're out on the pier and looking for something quick to eat give this place a try, its delicious!“

“Clean place but busy! Very friendly. Courteous staff and fast. I ordered Chicago dogs for a group and they were quick to put together the order without mess. The tomato on the dog was the most red ripe I have seen on a sandwich and they didn't stint on the peppers. The menu is extensive and all looked yummy with the exception of the fries..to brown for me. I'll go back again!“

“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!“

“My daughter has been craving to try this place, so we did today! The 87th Street location, not their Milwaukee one. 87th, don't have their Google review page up yet. That's why I'm putting it on this one. The place inside was clean and they were busy when we went in! We order "The B Combo," and it came with 2 corn dogs, an order of Goblins fries, and 2 lemonades for $17.99. We also ordered some garlic parmesan wings that came with fries ?. We sat in the restaurant, and my daughter did her review! I myself will definitely go back to try some other styles and flavors of the dogs! I'll give them a 10 out of 10! The lemonade was delicious. I grabbed a 2nd one before leaving.Very kid friendly! Our meal came out to about $30, but it's cheaper depending on what you get. I'll post pictures and videos! I told yall I would do better, and I did ☺️?

Kid-friendliness: I seen alot of children with their moms and grandma's and young teenagers as well. Adults were visiting too!“

“hot dogs 🌭 was good the Place is clean The service was great I will be back“

“Good customer service. Everything was good and fresh! They even had grape kool-aid for one of the beverage choice! It took me back to my childhood. 🥰

Parking: Parking lot with only 2 parking spots in back of the restaurant.“

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

“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!“

“Good Chicago style dogs. Relish is radioactive green, as our founding fathers intended. Good service and you can actually pay with a card. Fries were ok, fine but a little thin and dry. Italian roast beef was good. The peppers on the dogs are big so if you get too much in a bite it gets spicy but overall would go again!“

“I gotta say I'm a picky S.O.B and I can't say one bad thing. The food was great, service was fast and courteous, and the prices were fair. I ordered the philly cheese steak and it was delicious. I'll be back and I'm bringing people with me!“

“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.“

“1st Home Depot Dog from Fixin Franks!!
Thank you DJ for turning me onto this Amazing Hot Dog!!
I have eaten hot dogs all over the City and the Burbs and this Dog is up there!
Cannot wait to go back
You can smell the buns steaming as you wait to place your order. Love that smell!
This Dog hits on all the cylinders that a proper dog needs to hit on!
Don't miss out on The Polish, My Son's go to here.
DJ said this Mt. Prospect Location is their only one in the Burbs.
Get Here and Get Some!“

“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 !!!“

“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!“

“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“

“Wow. Food was amazing. I knew it would be. I am thinking about it now…mix. Wet. Hot.“

“Great sandwiches and fries! Ready very quick and hot. Don't be afraid to get the dip! Sandwich could've used more giardiniera, maybe ask for extra. Not a ton of seating, so consider taking it to go when it's busy.

Vegetarian options: It's beef. If you're vegetarian this probably isn't the place for you.“

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

“If you know, you know! This place is strategically inside of Flashtacos Restaurant and it's a literal, hidden gem! I got to try their hotdog and burger and it does not dissapoint. This was a really cool find and the owner is super chill. It's a must try if you're in the Damen/North area.“

“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“

“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.“

“The quarter lb. chubby Vienna dog done on the grill is great, the fries are great and the service is great. My second experience and they are above par. So worth the vist. A quaint place with charm and good food.“

“I hit up The Dog Stop at lunchtime and dropped about $14—snagged the Chicago-style hot dog & fries. The dog had that legendary Vienna Beef snap, properly “dragged through the garden” with all the fixin’s—no ketchup, of course. The fries were hot and golden. Staff was friendly and quick, and the size hit me just right. Chill neighborhood spot—made me feel straight at home in the city.“

“food is always great. service is top notch“

“Great food, friendly staff, great service.“

“Classic American cheeseburger. Basic but delicious. The bun was soft, the lettuce and tomato were crisp and fresh, the pickles were perfect, the patty was delicious. I’d give it an 8/10 but would be 8.5 or 9 if the edges of the cheese slice were melted. The service was quick and to the point. Maybe could be cheaper, but for late night food, it’s a great choice!“

“We moved here two years ago from NY and finally had Josh’s for dinner. Their menu is fantastic, with a lot of different options. We had the Ribs and Greek Chicken dinner. My husband said “these are amongst the best ribs I’ve ever had”. The Greek chicken was amazing. The food portions are more than generous. This will be our Friday night go to place for sure! The staff was also so friendly!“

“Small and mighty. Had a fantastic bacon cheese burger and fries! Much needed in our neighborhood. My new spot.“

“Zalman's has become one of my go-to spots, especially for their Schnitzel Pastrami Panini—it’s absolutely fantastic. The sandwich has the perfect balance of flavors, with the crispy schnitzel and flavorful pastrami layered together in a warm, toasty panini. The fries are always hot and fresh, seasoned just right, and the corn dog is a surprisingly delicious addition that hits the spot every time. You can really tell everything is made with freshness in mind. For a quick, tasty meal that doesn’t“

“Great dawgs. Quick service“

“This is my second time at Hound Dog’s after the new managers took over. So happy to see tonkatsu on the menu and it’s in my neighborhood! I’m from the west coast and miss my teriyaki places with chicken katsu. Will be back for sure 😍“