Nightlife, Take Outs, Outdoor Seating, Desserts
6363 N Milwaukee Ave, chicago
Established in May of 1948, Superdawg remains family-owned and operated in the same location today. Maurie Berman, a world war II veteran, and his wife Florence opened a hotdog stand business to serve during the summer, one that would be as unique and distinctive as they were. The restaurant still serves the food with the original recipe, trademark figures (continuing to wink at each other flirtatiously), and the drive-in concept.
Take Outs, Outdoor Seating, Fried Food
2449 W Armitage Ave, chicago
Red Hot Ranch (RHR) was established by the two partners, who wanted to reintroduce the city to the original Chicago dog often referred to as the "Depression dog" – a minimalist hotdog served with mustard, relish onion, sport peppers, and fresh-cut fries. They also brought back long-forgotten techniques that ensured a better hot dog, like cooking in old-fashioned ceramic crocks and using natural casing that would snap and burst with flavor with each bite. The Chicago-style hot dogs are the real deal, paired with golden, old-style fresh-cut fries wrapped up in old-school wax paper.
Local Favorite, Vegetarian Options, Salad, Gluten Free Food, Desserts, Pasta
520 W Taylor St, chicago
In 1963, Dick Portillo started Portillo's hot dog stand in Villa Park, IL, which he called "The Dog House." Years later, Portillo's has become a brand synonymous with Chicago. People say it's not a real trip to Chicago unless you eat at Portillo's. There are more than 70 locations across several states of Portillos'. They are famous for the Chicago Hot Dog containing mustard, relish, celery salt, freshly chopped onions, sliced red ripe tomatoes, kosher pickles, and sports peppers piled onto a steamed poppy seed bun.