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Hot Dogs in Des Plaines

Northwest suburb known as home to the first McDonald's franchise.

Hot Dog History

While famous for McDonald's, Des Plaines maintains a strong traditional hot dog culture. Local stands have resisted fast food homogenization, preserving Chicago-style preparation methods since the 1950s.

Highlights

  • Anti-fast food traditional stands
  • Historic Route 14 hot dog row
  • O'Hare worker favorites

Parking Tips

Free parking lots at most establishments. Street parking available.

7 Hot Dog Spots in Des Plaines

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Rand Red Hots

★★★★½ 4.6 (1,897 reviews)
Des Plaines $

Chicago-style hot dog restaurant serving authentic favorites.
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U Gazdy Polish Restaurant

★★★★½ 4.6 (1,463 reviews)
Des Plaines $$

Chicago-style hot dog restaurant serving authentic favorites.
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Portillo's Elk Grove Village

★★★★½ 4.5 (3,404 reviews)
Des Plaines $

Chicago-style hot dog restaurant serving authentic favorites.
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Hubby's Dog House

★★★★½ 4.5 (306 reviews)
Des Plaines $

Chicago-style hot dog restaurant serving authentic favorites.
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The Original Nana's Hot Dogs

★★★★½ 4.4 (1,633 reviews)
Des Plaines $

Chicago-style hot dog restaurant serving authentic favorites.
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Gina's Hot Dogs & Italian Beef

★★★★½ 4.4 (702 reviews)
Des Plaines $

Chicago-style hot dog restaurant serving authentic favorites.
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Chicago Style Hot Dogs

★★★½☆ 3.5 (28 reviews)
Des Plaines $

Chicago-style hot dog restaurant serving authentic favorites.