Dog Day Afternoon
$ • Hot Dogs, Vegan, Pet FriendlyAbout Dog Day Afternoon
Customers' Favorites
Chicago Dog and Italian Beef
Chicago Dog Chili Dog
Chicago Dog Jambalaya
Hot Italian Beef
Chili Cheese Dog
Vegan Chili Dog
Rootbeer Float
PG13 Kids' Dog
Vegan Dog
Frito Pie
Dog Day Afternoon Reviews
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If you like pickles, the vegan Chicago dog is the best hotdog in the city. It’s better than any dog I had in Chicago.
I feel silly for paying $9 for a hotdog, but it’s very good and does come with a bag of chips.
All this place does is hotdogs, and they do it well
Updated from previous review on 2026-08-02
I feel silly for paying $9 for a hotdog, but it’s very good and does come with a bag of chips.
All this place does is hotdogs, and they do it well
Updated from previous review on 2026-08-02
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Highly recommended hot dog place!
Hours
| Monday | 12 - 7PM |
| Tuesday | 12 - 7PM |
| Wednesday | 12 - 7PM |
| Thursday | 12 - 7PM |
| Friday | 12 - 7PM |
| Saturday | 12 - 7PM |
| Sunday | 12 - 6PM |
Dog Day Afternoon is a friendly spot with great atmosphere, offering delicious Chicago dogs, Hot Italian Beef Subs, Frito pie, and more. The staff is welcoming and the quality is consistent. Customers praise the food as unreal and mention that the hot dogs are divine any time of the year. The atmosphere is fun, and the staff is very friendly. The restaurant is highly regarded by locals and visitors alike, making it a must-visit spot when in the area. This small place with a small menu has a table and picnic table outside. The hot dogs were tasty, and each hotdog comes with a bag of chips. The decor is super cute and nostalgic. The chili cheese dog was good, and the Chicago style was super tasty. The frito pie was also super tasty. The kitchen produces quality and the staff produces smiles. The dessert offerings here are unusually good.
The reviews mention that the hot dogs are legit Chicago dogs, with real sport peppers and sliced tomatoes. Physically, it's just a cute little hot dog stand with a few outdoor seats. The person who served the customers, likely the owner, was super friendly, and it's clear that the people behind the restaurant are passionate about what they do. The Chicago Dog and Chili Cheese Dog were some of the best hot dogs the customers had ever had, with a smokiness that elevated the flavor. While it may be a bit pricey, the customers felt that the quality of the food and the experience was worth it, and they highly recommended checking out the place.