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Hot Doug's

(Now Closed)

Hot Dog Joint$$$$

Northwest Side, Chicago

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Hot Doug's

The experts at Epicurious and Explore Chicago recommend this place

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FoodspottingJanuary 9, 2011
Try the Foie Gras Duck Dog, Chicago Dog, And Duck Fat Fries
Keith CarlsonApril 14, 2010
The Atomic Dog is AMAZING! It's hot and leaves your mouth tingling with memories of delicious dogs long after you're done.
StreetWise_CHIJuly 30, 2012
Our vendors LOVE Hot Doug's. Help them out when you see them :)
Megan VVJune 9, 2012
Prepare yourself: for a long line and AMAZING hot dogs.
Karen Lao 🔱July 18, 2014
If you're by Door 31, your wait is about 2.5 hours
Jonathan HartmannMarch 2, 2010
Order the duck sausage topped with foie gras mousse & truffle aioli. Worth every penny.
dan nawaraJanuary 20, 2010
It's all about the duck and fois gras! Also make sure and hit up the duck fat fries if it's friday or saturday.
KueenKris🤷🏾‍♀️ AndrewsMay 6, 2014
FYI this place officially closes on 10/4.
Ravin SinghApril 14, 2011
By far the best food experience in chicago...try the specials
Lisabeth RosenbergOctober 19, 2013
This place is definitely on my to-do list and it's in the hood
David StrasserJuly 4, 2014
"Permanent Vacation" starts October 4. Enjoy while you can.
Jodie BermanSeptember 9, 2013
Crazy long line but crazy good dog :)
Sarah HomanMay 1, 2012
Would have been really good to know they're cash only before I walked there....
Ian TembyJanuary 10, 2012
The Foie Gras dog was AMAZING!
Paula AOctober 11, 2011
THE BEST hot dog I've ever eaten
matthew H.August 24, 2011
Bring cash - cash onlu and the nearest ATM is 3 blocks away
Amanda D!April 14, 2010
What? You've never stood in a line for 1.5 hours in 90F weather for some delicious gourmet hot dogs? You're missing out, Dude. Read more
Alex TwinemJuly 6, 2010
This place has the best hot dogs. Go on Fridays for the duck fries.
ManbqueMarch 21, 2011
Been here 5+ times
Celebrity Sausage is always changing, and always a good choice.
BennuworldMay 7, 2013
Chow time!
Lina GonzoSeptember 24, 2012
Fries are mouth watering!
Krista OrtgiesenOctober 4, 2011
Get a small drink. Refills are free. ;)
Kirt JensenApril 13, 2013
Try the Foie Gras!
Daniela AsaroMay 14, 2013
Goat cheese hot dog!!
Chai R.March 30, 2011
Foie Gras hot dog is a must!
Christi KimMay 10, 2013
Bison dog & duck fat fries!
Krystal LaFontaineJuly 15, 2014
Monday afternoon - not worth the wait.
Peter KimAugust 6, 2011
Wild boar is definitely my favorite.
ZAGATFebruary 5, 2010
Bear the line on Fridays and Saturdays for the duck-fat fries.
Samantha SaiyavongsaJune 23, 2012
Been here 10+ times
Go before you're hungry.
Vanessa SafieMay 15, 2011
Try the Wild Boar Sausage - Amazing!
Chris TrewMay 2, 2011
Awesome salads. Get the salad.
Jennifer BlackOctober 3, 2010
Duck fat fried are possibly the yummiest legal addictive substance on the planet.
Bruno ValadãoMarch 5, 2014
Chicago's Best one
Dan MeyerSeptember 3, 2010
A sausage, a dog, fries (preferably ducked), a coke. Bliss.
AdrianSeptember 20, 2010
Foi gras was quite delicious. Don't be scared.
TomSeptember 23, 2013
IL sausage emporium.
val caponeJanuary 19, 2010
Been here 10+ times
T shirts & hats available for $15. Small price to pay to proclaim your love of encased meats and Hot Doug's.
Dave NuckollsJuly 21, 2011
Say hello to THE Doug who will take your order!
Rob KirchoferMarch 14, 2013
Hot Doug's is the shiznit!
Jason KingApril 5, 2012
Paul kelly w/ everything...mouth heaven!
Ricky SherrillJuly 10, 2014
Duck Fat Fries......😍
Serena LiuSeptember 20, 2011
try the foie gras dog Read more
Ross W. Berman IVOctober 29, 2011
Duck fat fries...need I say more?
Stephanie HennellyApril 4, 2011
Been here 5+ times
They never stop being delicious, no matter if you wait a minute or an hour for it.
Daniel ⚜️🇺🇸September 20, 2011
Been here 10+ times
Gotta try the corn dog!
FoodspottingNovember 18, 2010
Try the Chicago Style Hot Dog
eileen bNovember 18, 2009
Skip the duck fat french fries. Share the foie gras dog with a friend. Read more
EverydayJune 15, 2014
Cash only. Pretty overpriced for a hotdog...I wouldn't recommend this if you're from Chicago.
Bob BrownMarch 26, 2013
Go. Enough said.

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