Salerno's Red Hots

197 E Veterans Pkwy, Yorkville
(630) 383-8983

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Ethan Livingston

The building is a triangle and they sell hot dogs. What else could you ask for?

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Tiki Tan Yorkville

Absolutely love Salerno’s Red Hots! Family owned, amazing staff, and consistently delicious food. You can’t go wrong here—highly recommend!

Brittany Polzin

My son loves coming here to eat a good old fashion hotdog!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Rosie Millen

Delish!! Always Hits The Spot!!!!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Andersen Plumbing & Heating

If you’re ever in Yorkville and craving an amazing hot dog, Salerno’s Red Hots should absolutely be on your list! Their hot dogs are always tasty and satisfying, with that classic Chicago-style flavor you can count on, and the fries are crispy and delicious every time — the kind you crave with every bite. The entire menu is solid, from chili dogs to Italian beef and all the sides, and it’s one of those stops I always make whenever I’m in town. Locals and visitors rave about the fresh ingredients, great portions, friendly service, and unbeatable flavor that keeps people coming back again and again.

Pete Lurquin

Don’t pass it by! Great food and owner is very friendly. We’ll be back!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Filip Bednarz

The service was beyond excellent, the girl behind the counter was wicked sweet, and the food made my mouth wet. Salernos Red Hots knows how to glaze a glizzy.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Eva Nanez

Fries were to salty

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 3

Service: 5

Joe Stone

After living in the area for years and somehow never stopping by, my wife and I finally made it to Salerno’s Red Hots since moving back to Chicagoland. I’m kicking myself for waiting this long!

The Italian beef sandwich was absolutely unbelievable - hands down the best I’ve had in the area. I know that’s bold, but it legitimately blows Portillo’s out of the water. My wife ordered the Chicago polish dog and was equally impressed. We also grabbed a pizza puff to relive some high school nostalgia, and it hit the spot perfectly.

What really made the visit special was meeting the owner. We ended up having this wonderful, genuine conversation that somehow led to him recommending “Love Hotel” on Bravo. He even mentioned his friend Earl the Pearl, and sure enough, we’re watching it right now and already hooked - two episodes in and it’s getting really good!

The food alone would earn five stars, but the authentic hospitality and personal connection took it to another level. This is exactly the kind of local spot that makes Chicago’s food scene special. We’ll definitely be back soon and often!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

byron gibb

Amazing food and friendly staff

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Melissa Martens

The Italian Beef Sandwiches are the Best! The fries are yummy and never disappoint! Love Salernos!

sean powell

Excellent beef and as always the hotdogs we're perfect . Thanks

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 5

Martin Mullen

Very good hot dogs.

Bill Aug

I went to Salerno‘s today and I had my truck with a big trailer in my skid steer in tow
I believe it was the owner was outside doing some maintenance
He saw me pull in and went right inside to take care of my order
I purchased the hotdog special, which was a very good deal
The food was fantastic and hot just the way I like it
Anyone wanting a true Chicago style hot dog would really be doing themselves a favor by going there
It will definitely be a regular stop for me
Thanks again for the spectacular service

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 5

Sarah Ann

Amazing fries! Everyone who works there is so kind!

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