What a feast for the eyes AND tummy. I LOVE this place. When you first walk in, you can just feel the vibe of cool retro in the air. They are always blasting some great tunes from the stereo, you... More

What a feast for the eyes AND tummy. I LOVE this place. When you first walk in, you can just feel the vibe of cool retro in the air. They are always blasting some great tunes from the stereo, you see all the fun decorations lining the walls, and you smell that aroma tempting you to buy everything! It's kind of like a several restaurants happily living in one large space. Feel like pizza or pasta? Maybe ribs are calling your name? How about a big, juicy burger? They have it all and then some. Great salads and a killer chocolate cake. Reasonable prices and a pleasant, upbeat staff.
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Here's another Chicago classic restaurant. This is where you come to get the best Chicago-style hot-dogs, Italian beef sandwiches, burgers, chicken sandwiches, and SO much more it's hard to decide!... More

Here's another Chicago classic restaurant. This is where you come to get the best Chicago-style hot-dogs, Italian beef sandwiches, burgers, chicken sandwiches, and SO much more it's hard to decide! It's always crowded but there is still plenty of room, and even if you have to wait, it's usually not very long. Give it a try next time you are in town!
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There are 4 places in Chicago where you can get authentic Italian beef. J&C's downtown, Buono Beef in Forest Park and Oak Park, Johnny's in Elmwood Park, Al's on Taylor St. and....Portillo's. If the... More

There are 4 places in Chicago where you can get authentic Italian beef. J&C's downtown, Buono Beef in Forest Park and Oak Park, Johnny's in Elmwood Park, Al's on Taylor St. and....Portillo's. If the only stuff you reviewers have ever eaten at Portillo's is burgers and hot dogs you are truly missing what this place is famous for - it's the beef. It's juicy, it's filling, it's huge and It's Italian!!!! If the only beef you ever had is at storefront fast food places, I can understand your reluctance to try it. But if you go there often, TRY THE BEEF!!!!
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Portillos is the place to go if you want a good hot dog in Chicago. Their chili dog and cheese fries are the best that I have ever had in my life. They also have tons of other things to try here. I... More

Portillos is the place to go if you want a good hot dog in Chicago. Their chili dog and cheese fries are the best that I have ever had in my life. They also have tons of other things to try here. I think everything, besides the lasgna, that I have had here has been really, really tasty. They have some great hamburgers and onion rings as well. This place is always busy but the service is fast so you are never waiting long. you will also leave pretty full and happy.
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Portillos is the place to go if you want a good hot dog in Chicago. Their chili dog and cheese fries are the best that I have ever had in my life. They also have tons of other things to try here. I... More

Portillos is the place to go if you want a good hot dog in Chicago. Their chili dog and cheese fries are the best that I have ever had in my life. They also have tons of other things to try here. I think everything, besides the lasgna, that I have had here has been really, really tasty. They have some great hamburgers and onion rings as well. This place is always busy but the service is fast so you are never waiting long. you will also leave pretty full and happy.
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This Portillo's is located downtown Chicago, and has an alley wide drive through that they squeeze 2 rows of cars down. Its amazing. They serve true Chicago hotdogs loaded up with everything. Of... More

This Portillo's is located downtown Chicago, and has an alley wide drive through that they squeeze 2 rows of cars down. Its amazing. They serve true Chicago hotdogs loaded up with everything. Of course you can walk in and sit down too. Located across from the gargantuan McDonald's. Don't forget the chocolate shake!
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Is there really anything bad that anyone can say about Portillo's? I know the hot dogs are legendary, but I always have been a fan of the burgers myself. The fries are fantastic as well. Even though... More

Is there really anything bad that anyone can say about Portillo's? I know the hot dogs are legendary, but I always have been a fan of the burgers myself. The fries are fantastic as well. Even though it is always crowded, they somehow manage to get through the lines extremely fast. Very much recommended!
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My husband and I just LOVE Portillos. I am the one who introduced him to the place back in 1997, when he came to visit me in Chicago. I used to go there for lunch at least once per week and was... More

My husband and I just LOVE Portillos. I am the one who introduced him to the place back in 1997, when he came to visit me in Chicago. I used to go there for lunch at least once per week and was bragging about how good their burgers and fries were. One night on the way back from the movies, he decided to give it a try. He could not believe how good the food was. It is a bit more expensive than the average fast food joint, but it its well worth the price. The hamburgers are made to order and come with whatever toppings you want. The french fries are crinkle cut and taste really good! We moved away from Chicago in 2000, but go back at least once a year and Portillos is the very first place that we go after we leave the airport. I have told several people from Ohio about Portillos and now have 3 of them HOOKED!!! I wish that they would build one in Ohio... I would go all of the time!!!
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If you're not from town, or if you are but haven't gotten to it yet, you MUST visit Portillo's. They have the best hot dogs on the planet! There's not a whole lot of atmosphere, save for some... More

If you're not from town, or if you are but haven't gotten to it yet, you MUST visit Portillo's. They have the best hot dogs on the planet! There's not a whole lot of atmosphere, save for some antique-y decorations, but the food is well worth it. The hot dogs come on steamed poppy seed buns, which are delicious. The fries are great and even better with cheese sauce. And the milkshakes and chocolate cake are fantastic! The location in Chicago hasn't ever been busy when I've been there, although the ones in the suburbs tend to be packed. Definitely a Chicago tradition!
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This place is awesome for going out with people of all kinds of eating habits. You can get burgers, salads, and awesome French fries. There are always a lot of people there but there is also I love... More

This place is awesome for going out with people of all kinds of eating habits. You can get burgers, salads, and awesome French fries. There are always a lot of people there but there is also I love of seating in the area. Its kind of has a western feeling.
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