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Hot Doug's
(Now Closed)Hot Dog Joint$$$$
Northwest Side, Chicago
The experts at Epicurious and Explore Chicago recommend this place
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Get in line by 4:00 and you'll still get served. Get there after 4 and you're out of luck, my friend.
Lina GonzoSeptember 27, 2012Char Grilled Lamb Sausage With Feta Cheese on a Bun! That's a gourmet meal! Wow!
Duncan PJSeptember 2, 2014Hot dougs are so good they ruined hot dogs for me. Ill never find another one this good again
Shane AdamsAugust 27, 2011Besides all the great sausages, you have get the corn dog! At 1.50 its a steal, and delicious.
Chris SteeleSeptember 12, 2014Come here before 10/3/14 or don't come here at all. Bring your appetite and maybe an AED.
Mikey BonifacioApril 23, 2012Rattlesnake!! Foie gras is good too, but definitely stick with the specials. Cash only- TerrenceNovember 2, 2012the line moves at a decent pace. plus, the owner is super friendly when you order
Thompson HotelsJune 20, 2011Our concierge Samantha at Sax Chicago says the line is worth it for these hot dogs. Wait it out- just like Anthony Bourdain did.
The duck fat fries are worth trying if you haven't had them, but aren't necessarily better than their regular fries.
Allie McCormackMay 11, 2011Always order one of the specials! There are only so many places you can find a chardonnay jalapeno rattlesnake sausage.
Keith K.May 7, 2014Hot Doug's, is closing permanently on Oct. 3, owner Doug Sohn confirmed today (May 7, 2014). Get in here while you can!
David SchafferMay 8, 2014I've done a survey. 68% of the customers here chew with their mouths wide open.
They will make a ripper (a deep fried dog where the skin rips open) if you ask
David DerrickMay 18, 2011The food might be great...but I would not know. You must have cash to eat here and the closest atm is a 10 minute walk. Not allowing guests to purchase your product with a card is pure pretention.
Les StraussMarch 15, 2011The shrimp and pork hot dog is amazing and If u get the fries make sure to get cheese on top!
Chomp TeethDecember 23, 2010Just to let people know, the duck fat fries are only on Fridays and Saturdays. But amazing meats are every day!
My favorite sausage stand in the world. Gonna miss this place
Be sure to check the website before you go... Doug takes vacations from time to time!
Scott SaxJune 1, 2011Bring cash since no credit cards are accepted. Come early. Lines can be very long on the weekends.
Malia JohnsonNovember 2, 2012When waiting in line outside watch the curb! If you are not careful you will be another victim
Go with a few friends, each get something different, then split them up to get a taste of the various delicious specials they have to offer!
Jennifer JJune 25, 2010THE BEST Chicago dog, hands down. And their foie gras dog is sublime. Worth the wait!!
Go during the week for a shorter line. Although the duck fat fries are good, the sausage is king.
ℋumorousApril 25, 2015OUT OF BUSINESS!!! Dispute being featured on Anthony Bourdain's show, they failed. That's what happens when you don't take Amex!
Travel ChannelNovember 15, 2010The Happiest Words Ever Written: fries cooked in duck fat at Hot Doug's. – Anthony Bourdain, No Reservations Read more
- Hillman PhilistiaAugust 7, 2014this place is a joke and everyone who stands in the line is a joke too. if you are from out of town its okay as long as you take a bus there or something.
Hands down the Hot Dog capitol of the world. This is Mecca for those that love encased meats. Read more
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- Mon–Sat
- 10:30 AM–4:00 PM
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- 9.0
"Everything is great -- Chicago-style hot dogs, super cheesies (burgers), super (fried) veggies and shakes."
Timothy Appnel - 8.9
"Better than fast food and well worth the extra dollar or two over the chains. Terrific service."
DA MAYOR - 8.0
"Good food. Everything seems to be awesome. Burgers..dogs..pizza puff..fries.. and they deliver!"
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- 9.1
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"Plague Bringer burger and The Yob are both amazing burgers. The Caesar salad was really good as well!"
Jennie G. - 8.1
"Love this place. It's always clean and the staff is always friendly!"
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