This place is extremely excellent for anyone who knows how good a Chicago dog is, even if you don’t want a Chicago dog, they have plenty of other options that simply surpass any other classic diners. Not only do they keep their food fresh and delicious. They also have the most experienced workers I’ve ever seen, working here for over 2 decades each and every one of them. Making sure everyone gets the proper preparations for their food. Would 100% recommend anyone who is either visiting Chicago, or hasn’t tried this place. Irving’s does it like no one else simply because of experience and also knowing almost all there costumers personally. Not to mention they’ve been open for over 50 years now! Also the nostalgia for all those old timers who wanna take a blast in the past! Highly recommend and would...
Read moreRecently moved to the area as this was my first time stopping in and all I can say is YUM! After consuming 2 of the juiciest doggy dog dogs I will say I am beyond impressed with the product. I am no hotdog connoisseur however I know succulent and savory and this was just that!
The staff was also very friendly In ensuring the order was to my satisfaction. Why can’t every business be as classy with communication? If I ever meet the owner of this business I will not only shake their hand for the quality of the food and service but also, ‘bend the knee’ per the cleanliness of the establishment. I might have to run it back on my return home today! That good! See...
Read moreAndy Greenspan and his dad started this great joint probably 50 or so years ago after I'd been out of New Trier, moved to Colorado, and came back craving a real Chicago hotdog & cheese fries in the 70's. All I can tell you is that this is simply one of the all-time greatest stands ever if you love our local sandwich & grill delicacies.
The menu has gotten much bigger, but the same love goes into the prep and quality of their food as each bag or basket is still made by hand, to order - and mostly by the same guys that have been behind that counter for decades.
Says a TON about the owner, doesn't it? Go! HIGHLY...
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