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This stand-alone fast-food purveyor of Chicago-style hot dogs has seating at outdoor picnic tables.
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Budackis Drive In: Classic Chicago Fast Food with a Korean Twist
Budacki’s Drive In, located in Chicago, offers a unique experience with its diverse menu of fast food favorites like burgers and chicken wings.
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Best Hot Dogs at Budacki’s Drive In in Chicago, IL
Nestled at 4739 N Damen Ave, Chicago, Budacki’s Drive In has been serving up no-frills, delicious food for decades.
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Jeff Gottdownunder
Gotta love an old timey neighborhood hot dog stand. I’m going to be a dog purist here, points off for no poppy seed bun, and strips of onions vs diced. But a tasty dog. Nice crunchy fries and a great value.
… moreJayson Naga
First time with Budacki’s last night and we got a nice spread of the Korean based dishes. They were all very yummy and the food came out quick and hot. The bulgogi was very flavorful and the Seoul Sassy chicken wings were delicious! The Bulgogi cheesesteak was definitely indulgent but I loved every bite.
… moreAlexander Tsui (徐嘉豪)
I recently visited this unassuming, seemingly ordinary establishment nestled within a residential neighborhood of Chicago. In essence, this place appears frozen in time – aside from its menu, pricing, and staff – everything else seems unchanged.
Upon my arrival, I had the opportunity to savor the legendary Chicago pizza puff. As my friends aptly described it, it is akin to a pizza hot pocket descended from the heavens to the streets of the Greater Chicago area. This culinary creation is not a mere fantasy for health-conscious individuals; it is, in fact, a pizza lover’s worst nightmare until they experience it firsthand and realize its superior taste. In fact, it surpasses even the humble pizza hot pocket, and if a Torino’s Pizza Roll were scaled up, it would be even more delectable.
On another occasion, I indulged in their hot dog with the Chicagoan standard toppings. Made with Vienna Beef hot dogs, which initially elicited skepticism due to their resemblance to canned meats from dollar stores. However, I was thoroughly impressed with this simple yet delectable Chicago staple menu item. If someone were to encounter their first Chicago-style hot dog here, I believe they would find it enjoyable.
On yet another day, I savored their Gyro Cheeseburger. This creation is akin to a California cheeseburger, incorporating lettuce, tomato, and onion. However, instead of the conventional sauce, it features a layer of gyro meat and tzatziki sauce. While not an overly innovative concept that is overly challenging to execute, it is not something to overlook. It is quite delectable, so I highly recommend trying it if you seek a culinary experience beyond the ordinary cheeseburger.
To conclude, the establishment offers a unique experience, with its exterior and interior reminiscent of a 1950s burger and hot dog joint. Instead of modern computer monitors, the menu is displayed on signboards. Employees are immediately ready to serve customers upon taking their orders. The establishment lacks restrooms but provides indoor and outdoor seating. It also has a small parking lot that accommodates a variety of vehicles, making it a suitable option for a drive-in.
Food enthusiasts should consider visiting this establishment. While there are still many dishes I have yet to try, I believe there is something for everyone’s taste preferences.
… moreUpon my arrival, I had the opportunity to savor the legendary Chicago pizza puff. As my friends aptly described it, it is akin to a pizza hot pocket descended from the heavens to the streets of the Greater Chicago area. This culinary creation is not a mere fantasy for health-conscious individuals; it is, in fact, a pizza lover’s worst nightmare until they experience it firsthand and realize its superior taste. In fact, it surpasses even the humble pizza hot pocket, and if a Torino’s Pizza Roll were scaled up, it would be even more delectable.
On another occasion, I indulged in their hot dog with the Chicagoan standard toppings. Made with Vienna Beef hot dogs, which initially elicited skepticism due to their resemblance to canned meats from dollar stores. However, I was thoroughly impressed with this simple yet delectable Chicago staple menu item. If someone were to encounter their first Chicago-style hot dog here, I believe they would find it enjoyable.
On yet another day, I savored their Gyro Cheeseburger. This creation is akin to a California cheeseburger, incorporating lettuce, tomato, and onion. However, instead of the conventional sauce, it features a layer of gyro meat and tzatziki sauce. While not an overly innovative concept that is overly challenging to execute, it is not something to overlook. It is quite delectable, so I highly recommend trying it if you seek a culinary experience beyond the ordinary cheeseburger.
To conclude, the establishment offers a unique experience, with its exterior and interior reminiscent of a 1950s burger and hot dog joint. Instead of modern computer monitors, the menu is displayed on signboards. Employees are immediately ready to serve customers upon taking their orders. The establishment lacks restrooms but provides indoor and outdoor seating. It also has a small parking lot that accommodates a variety of vehicles, making it a suitable option for a drive-in.
Food enthusiasts should consider visiting this establishment. While there are still many dishes I have yet to try, I believe there is something for everyone’s taste preferences.
Nicole Murphy
A hidden gem for sure. Big menu for all tastes. Burgers. Veggie options. Hot dogs. Rice bowls. Appetizers. Great service. Nice employees. 12/10.
… moreJRBM Home Development
OMG!! Where has this place been my whole life? The steak over rice was the absolute best I’ve ever had. Was still smelling and tasting it the next day. I highly recommend it!
… moreSimon Poldi
Good food, it was a bit slow really cheep burger and fries and drinkwas 11 dollar
Chill
Plenty of options
I recommend budackis
Budackis is the place to get good fries (iambic pentagram)
Milkshakes mid
… moreChill
Plenty of options
I recommend budackis
Budackis is the place to get good fries (iambic pentagram)
Milkshakes mid
Rachel Sze
This place has been saved in my “want to go list” for a while. I was walking by after a long afternoon, and decided to get some food to cheer me up. There were some other people waiting for orders, chatting with the employees. It was such a warm welcoming vibe that instantly cheered me up (what a cliche)! The man who took my orders was so sweet, he gave me some suggestions, and an extra soda
The food smelled soooooo good. When I sat down on the bus, the girl next to me asked where my takeout was from, and we chatted about chicken wings until I got off.
Prices were super reasonable. I’m not a food photographer, my bad, but I got:
– Chicken Wings w/ Seoul Sassy (it comes with garlic bread!)
– Chicago Dog
– Korean Beef Rice Bowl
My roommate and I loved everything, and had leftovers for round 2!
I don’t usually leave reviews, but really wanted to shout out this awesome place for shattering my high expectations! ❤️
… moreThe food smelled soooooo good. When I sat down on the bus, the girl next to me asked where my takeout was from, and we chatted about chicken wings until I got off.
Prices were super reasonable. I’m not a food photographer, my bad, but I got:
– Chicken Wings w/ Seoul Sassy (it comes with garlic bread!)
– Chicago Dog
– Korean Beef Rice Bowl
My roommate and I loved everything, and had leftovers for round 2!
I don’t usually leave reviews, but really wanted to shout out this awesome place for shattering my high expectations! ❤️
Curtis Park
Budacki’s is amazing. I appreciate the staffs and managers kindness to me even though I have autism and their food is amazing and really good. Owner Jae is very nice. The restaurant is in good condition. Amazing steak bowl and hot dog. Must come back. 10/10.
… moreCharlie Beneke / Chicago’s Best Realtor
Chicago likes its wings like it likes it’s quarterback, a little sassy. The owners of Budaki’s are also the owners of Crisp! You immediately find that out because they also serve the Seoul Sassy Crisp wings at this location!
This is honestly one of my best finds because it’s a no nonsense grab and go type place with an emphasis on quality food. There is minimal seating inside but when it’s nice weather there’s tables outside. You can order all the foods Chicagoans love here, hot dogs, pizza puffs, the Crisp wings, Italian beef, Philly cheese steak, breaded mushrooms, mozzarella sticks, Mac and cheese bites, cheeseburgers, Korean steak bowl, corn dogs and of course you can wash all this down with a milkshake!
The prices are the best in the area and the prices on the board also include the tax so there are no surprises about how much the Chicago government is taking from you! In a neighborhood with a lot of fine dining options this place sticks out more than Biden doing a commencement speech at Morehouse.
Unlike Diddy, I sincerely make no apologies for my love of this place. I cannot recommend this place enough. It may single-handedly be the pound for pound best taste for value in Chicago!
… moreThis is honestly one of my best finds because it’s a no nonsense grab and go type place with an emphasis on quality food. There is minimal seating inside but when it’s nice weather there’s tables outside. You can order all the foods Chicagoans love here, hot dogs, pizza puffs, the Crisp wings, Italian beef, Philly cheese steak, breaded mushrooms, mozzarella sticks, Mac and cheese bites, cheeseburgers, Korean steak bowl, corn dogs and of course you can wash all this down with a milkshake!
The prices are the best in the area and the prices on the board also include the tax so there are no surprises about how much the Chicago government is taking from you! In a neighborhood with a lot of fine dining options this place sticks out more than Biden doing a commencement speech at Morehouse.
Unlike Diddy, I sincerely make no apologies for my love of this place. I cannot recommend this place enough. It may single-handedly be the pound for pound best taste for value in Chicago!
Justin Min
Kinda makes you realize how unseasoned Portillos is and how greasy Al’s is. TBH I was just sort of expecting this place to another greasy spoon joint. The beef was so soft and not fibrous or dry. Whoever is working the grill made the food so fast I barely had enough time to scroll my feeds before the food was out. I asked for my beef super soaked and they made a little dish out of the foil and my sandwich was sitting in a good amount of its own juices.
Korean steak bowl is good. Done better than alot of Korean restaurants beef is super tender and the scallions are a really nice touch. Made me a little homesick for my mom on this rainy day. They were nice enough to give me a little bit of kimchi. I would say the only thing I thought was lacking was some kind of pickle element to the beef bowl. Easy fix though and not everyone likes pickled foods so it’s understandable.
Staff are so kind and sweet. Had a bit of a rough day so this visit really brought my spirits up. Also as a strawberry cheesecake lover the milkshake was really nice. I liked that it wasn’t too sweet.
Big parking lot
… moreKorean steak bowl is good. Done better than alot of Korean restaurants beef is super tender and the scallions are a really nice touch. Made me a little homesick for my mom on this rainy day. They were nice enough to give me a little bit of kimchi. I would say the only thing I thought was lacking was some kind of pickle element to the beef bowl. Easy fix though and not everyone likes pickled foods so it’s understandable.
Staff are so kind and sweet. Had a bit of a rough day so this visit really brought my spirits up. Also as a strawberry cheesecake lover the milkshake was really nice. I liked that it wasn’t too sweet.
Big parking lot