The fact that I was only in Chicago for a few days and I came here twice says it all. Read about this place on trip advisor and it looked pretty cool. Atmosphere is great, food is cheap and tastes great. I had a jumbo hot dog I think the first day which was probably the best one ive ever... More

During a walk with the kiddies my wife stumbled onto Portillo's. I have to be embarrassed with the fact that we've even lived in the city and it was our first visit there. I have to admit that I would never of gone there had my kid not wanted dogs. We did make 3 visits and they were all good.... More

Went along for a inexpensive tea but looking for the traditional Chicago culinary experience. The hot dog was absolutely amazing and all the other food looked pretty awesome too. Unfortunately we didn't get an opportunity to go again but if we had the beef sandwich looked pretty awesome! Dining was definitely an experience too - though the waiting for your... More

I had the Italian Beef sandwich. So good. The Ontario location is very touristy and crowded, but it doesnt take away from the fact that Al's does it right. Good stuff.

Who would have know that this well know beef place serves Vienna Hot Dogs under their name. No wonder 5they are so good!! But this is rally know for their beef sandwiches dipped in homemade gravy that makes you walk away full. Always a busy place and the staff goes out of the way to make it easy and fun... More

While visiting Chicago for a week in April, I seriously considered walking to Portillo's every day. Although they are famous for their hot dogs and Italian beef sandwiches, the menu offers something for everyone. Prices are crazy reasonable, quality is outstanding, and the service is quick (regardless of how long the line is when ordering). There are two ordering lines...one... More

This place was recommended to me by my hotel to sample the Italian Beef that Chicago is famous for. He was not wrong! I had the smaller version of the Italian beef. They take the sandwich and dip the whole thing in what they call gravy, I would call it au jus sauce. You can actually choose how wet you... More

The bus guides kept talking about this place as the place to get real Chicago-style hotdog (no ketchup!). You order from one counter, then pick up at a pick up area (they don't call in order). I noticed they had a drive-thru and they serve beer inside. The interior was actually entertaining and unexpected. We went around 3pm, so there... More

We walked to Portillo's from our hotel. Saw many interesting things along the way! Entered to find this restaurant with alot to absorb in memorabilia all over the place. Alot of history here! My daughter loved the hot dog she got with a dill pickle,tomato,and mustard. There are other options here: not just a hot dog place !