Portillo's Hot Dogs
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Customer Reviews (38 reviews)
Fates Warning
on Yahoo Nov 03, 2009the best chicago dog in california burgers are good as well, but come on go there for the dogs (more)
jamb07
on Citysearch Oct 15, 2009Portillo's has the BEST Italian Beef, hot dogs, and hamburgers. They boast a fine chocolate cake, but we've only had it in the disgusting-sounding, yet superb Chocolate Cake Shake. Prices are reasonable and the... (more)
Grizz
on Yahoo May 28, 2009Portillo's is the best! Fresh ingredients, good prices. The service is friendly and the restaurant is kept clean. We drive 40 minutes each way at least twice a month to eat at Portillo's. Anyone can make a hot dog, no... (more)
Todd
on Yahoo Mar 25, 2009Love this place. I lived in Chicago for three years while serving in the Navy and anyone who has ever lived in Chicago for an extended period of time falls in love with the city, the sports teams, the seasons, and the... (more)
GirlyMcFemale
on Yahoo Jul 03, 2008I'm from Chicago originally and I've been searching for decent chicago style food for YEARS. My dad just found portillo's and brought me a combo beef sandwich and honest to god, for a minute I had to remind myself I... (more)
Citysearch User
on Citysearch Jun 01, 2008Portillo's is a really great hot dog joint in Buena Park. My favorite thing to get is the Maxwell Street Polish on french bread(trust me. yo... (more)
Citysearch User
on Citysearch May 31, 2008When this place opened up in the Buena Park Mall, it seemed like people couldn't get enough of it. There was always a long wait to get seat... (more)
Citysearch User
on Citysearch May 29, 2008I've never really been a huge hot dog fan but once I tried Portillo's that completely changed. Their hot dogs are definitely unique and defi... (more)
monkey
on Yahoo May 21, 2008I would have to agree with Kev on that one. CA. isn't really known for there beefs and dogs, so if you'd like a taste of Chicago, Portillos will suffice. You can't go wrong with anything on the menu, but are well known for... (more)
Kev
on Yahoo May 02, 2008Been to Pink's on Melrose, been to QT in the Valley, been to Carney's on Sunset. (more)
Smith
on Yahoo Apr 24, 2008I want to know why they picked the California Portillos over the Chicago one. That's where it started. That's where the owner was born and raised and opened his first one. Are they afraid to have two hot dog joints in... (more)
kevinmiller198
on Yahoo Mar 19, 2008The best Hot Dog EVER, next to the one I had at Wrigley field!!! The prefect breakfast, lunch or dinner from Portilloâ??s is 2 hot dogs with everything, 1 Italian beef sandwich dipped with hot peppers, and a large ice... (more)
den
on Yahoo Mar 19, 2008hey now im a trucker from chicago and i can tell you the dog at portillos is the real deal i travel mich to la everyweek and you really should try the italian beef tell them you want it sweet pepper and jucy wow what a... (more)
Citysearch User
on Citysearch Mar 02, 2008The best hot dogs around, the cheeseburgers are great, and don't get me started on the chocolate cake. I also love the roast beef combos and... (more)
Ray
on Yahoo Feb 14, 2008I've read the reviews and say this....if you grew up on Vienna (quality) all-beef tubers incased in the proper skin, then this is the place for you. They make an authenic style Chicago hot dog with all the... (more)
ill_rhymes03
on Yahoo Feb 14, 2008I live Portillo's I live in southern California now I am from Chicago and I grew up eating there... This place is AWSOME!!!! (more)
TTTTTTTTTTTT
on Yahoo Feb 14, 2008If you are looking for a real hot dog go to the alley's in downtown on the weekend and in any of those street stands you are bound to happen a better tasting hot dog. Portillos is wayyy overated.... (more)
queen
on Yahoo Feb 11, 2008We love Portillo's, it reminds of home without the snow and cold. Service (more)
SMOM
on Yahoo Jan 18, 2008This place Rocks!!!..Being from the Chicago area, let me ya tell, the best Hot dog around, cheeseburgers are great, and ooooooooo the choc cake, so yummy..I could go on and on...just try it, you won't be let down.... (more)
porkjello
on Citysearch Dec 11, 2007On my last visit to the city of Chicago, I sampled different Italian beef and combo sandwiches and all of them were great. When I found out that the Chicago based Portillo's had a restaurant in Buena Park, my buddies and... (more)
Pastor Shon
on Yahoo Oct 25, 2007We have never been inside of Portillo's, we use the drive-up at least twice a week for dinner! Very good food and even better service! (more)
Erin
on Yahoo Jul 04, 2007Very good but: Very good, but not quite the same as the Chicago locations. It seems like some of the meat, breads and other things have been substituted for those found by local California suppliers. This results in a... (more)
juicyALBY
on Yahoo Mar 28, 2007IF YOU LOVE GOOD FOOD OR ARE FROM "THE CHI" CHECK!: FORGET ALL THE OTHER PLACES THAT TELL YOU THEY DO IT LIKE CHICAGO...FOR GOOD EATS HEAD TO PORTILLO'S. THEY HAVE REAL HOTDOGS...NOT LIKE PINKS! BUGERS,GOOD BEEF... (more)
xb4darkx
on Citysearch Jan 22, 2007A real Chicago feel! Good hot dogs but not Great! Love the environment and atmostphere. Real casual. Spicy beef sandwich was good but not as spicy as the one in Chicago. I would come back to try other items on the menu. It... (more)
chibear89
on Citysearch Nov 12, 2006Born and raised in the burbs of Chicago (like Villa Park, IL) where Portillo's got its start. Everything on their menu is a signature Portillo item. Of course the Hot Dogs with everything plus sport peppers. Never... (more)
belcam26
on Citysearch Sep 10, 2006They have everything! Hotdogs, hamburgers, salads, fish, etc!I love the atmosphere! You can't explain it, you just need to go there! (more)
coolsnotme
on Yahoo Aug 24, 2006Portillos rocks: By far the best place for italian beef and hotdogs. I love the combo of italian beef and italian sausage. Their italian beef kits are just perfect to take home and cook up. We were there at the grand... (more)
tomo
on Yahoo Aug 24, 2006BEST Italian BEEF EVER: I'm so tankful we got one here, I've been pretty much making an excuse to fly to Chicago just to feast on this AWESOME cuisine. The beef combo is the BEST, we need more around.......don't pay... (more)
ChristopherK
on Yahoo Aug 07, 2006Chicago's Best: Founded and thriving in Chicago, Portillo's represents some of Chicago's best food. The Italian beef sandwiches are delicious and a classic Chicago sandwich. Try it with sweet peppers and make... (more)
a Yahoo! Local User
on Yahoo Jul 23, 2006yuk: The first two reviews must be the owners or friends of the owners because the food was awful. I agree with the one who would rather go to Weinersnitzle. A much better and cheaper hot dog... (more)
Joleen M
on Yahoo Jun 13, 2006Great Food and Automosphere!!: This place has the best italian sandwiches!!!! Great salads!!! The hamburgers are very average though, and the fries could be better. But the greatest thing they serve there, the... (more)
bill
on Yahoo May 24, 2006what more do you want???: if youve never experienced an italian beef sandwich its something you must have before you die. the tender beef that disolves as you touch it. bread that tastes close to heaven. this sandwich... (more)
seriousleejoking
on Yahoo May 05, 2006Save your money!: I would rather go to Weinerschnitzel. Their food tastes MUCH better than this over priced hot dog stand! (more)
TC
on Yahoo Apr 14, 2006Casual and Good: If you're looking for a dress down, casual atmosphere to just hang out with friends or family, this place is it....not recommended for vegetarians (although they have fries and a veggie sandwich).... (more)