


Welcome to Portillo’s at 1801 S Randall Road! Dive into the authentic taste of Chicago Street food at our Midwest Garage themed restaurant, just 0.6 miles, 2.5 miles from Algonquin Commons, Randall Oaks Park. Savor our char-broiled burgers, Italian Beef Sandwiches, iconic Chicago-style hot dogs, and fresh chopped salad. Don’t miss out on our famous chocolate cake shake to top off your meal. Open late and designed for family-friendly dining, Portillo’s is the ultimate spot for delicious fast food in a fun atmosphere. Plus, we offer convenient delivery and catering options to bring our Chicago favorites right to your door. We look forward to seeing you!
Chicago-born chain for hot dogs, Italian beef sandwiches & more, plus beer & wine, in retro digs.
Address and Contact Information
Address: 1801 S Randall Rd, Algonquin, IL 60102
Phone: (224) 428-1025
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Reviews
We received our order within about 5–7 minutes, which was great. However, my patty was overcooked — it tasted bitter and slightly burnt. If it had been cooked a bit less, the dish would have been perfect. The potatoes were tasty and the vegetables were fresh, but unfortunately the burnt patty really spoiled the overall impression of the meal
Portillo’s is everything I imagined Chicago comfort food would be: messy, loud, and absolutely delicious. The décor leans into nostalgia with a playful, almost theme-park vibe. Prices are fair for the portions, which are big enough to split but good enough you probably won’t.
The Italian beef stole the show. Perfectly seasoned & unreal. Just one bite and I got why locals swear by it. It’s not just a sandwich—it’s a full-contact sport. The bread is hanging on for dear life under all that juicy, flavorful beef, and the hot giardiniera turns it into a glorious, messy masterpiece. I looked like I’d lost a fight with my lunch, and I didn’t care one bit.
The Chicago dog was textbook perfection, fully loaded, snappy, fresh, piled with toppings and what’s a Chicago dog without the neon green relish ♀️, and proudly ketchup-free. I respect a city that draws a hard line like that.
And the chocolate cake shake? That’s not dessert, that’s a life choice. It’s so rich it should probably pay taxes. I regret nothing.
It’s not fine dining, and it doesn’t try to be. Portillo’s is about flavor, speed, and a little bit of fun wrapped in butcher paper. Tourist go for the experience, and locals keep coming back because the food holds up. The food comes fast, the portions are huge, and the prices don’t make you cry. Honestly, Portillo’s alone made my trip to Chicago worth it.
For someone who drove up just for the food, it did not disappoint.
Portillo’s is hands-down one of the best hot dog places you can find. From the moment you walk in, the atmosphere is fun, clean, and fast-paced, and the staff keeps things moving even when it’s busy.
The Chicago-style hot dog is absolutely perfect — fresh poppy seed bun, snappy all-beef dog, and the classic toppings done right. Everything tastes fresh and high quality, and the portions are generous. Their Italian beef is also incredible, juicy, and packed with flavor, and the cheese fries are dangerously addictive.
What really stands out is the consistency. Whether you’re stopping in for a quick lunch or bringing friends from out of town, Portillo’s always delivers great food and great value. It’s a must-visit for anyone who loves comfort food done right.
Since my wife is Gluten Free and Portillos doesn’t offer many gluten free items,she just had a tamale which was good.
I went with my regular .. Chicago dog and fries. Our order came out very fast and there was plenty of seating.
My only complaint is they need more trash cans located thruout the seating area.
Plenty of parking which is good since I can see this location getting really busy at lunch/dinner time.
As usual, Portillos is consistent and still a good value.