Portillo's Hot Dogs
4.4$· InexpensiveOpen now · until 1:00 AMIconic Chicago classic serving famous hot dogs, Italian beef, and shakes
Portillo's is an iconic Chicago restaurant chain celebrated for its classic Chicago-style hot dogs, dipped Italian beef sandwiches, and crinkle-cut fries. The River North flagship location features vibrant retro-themed decor and serves crowd favorites late into the night. It is a quintessential stop for first-time visitors looking to sample authentic local fast-casual fare.
Expert notes
- Portillo is known for its famous Chicago-style hot dogs, Italian beef sandwiches, chopped salad, cheese fries, homemade chocolate cake, and chocolate cake shake. Their Italian beef is slow-roasted for four hours, thinly sliced, and served on freshly baked French bread. Then, it's dipped in hot gravy with the perfect homemade blend of seasonings.
Features
- Desserts
- Gluten Free Food
- Local Favorite
- Pasta
- Salad
- Vegetarian Options
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