Express Grill
- Neighborhood: Little Italy/University Village
- 1260 S. Union Ave.
- Chicago, IL 60607
- 312-738-2112
- Price range: $ (Under $9)
Express Grill moved from its original Halsted Street address to make way for UIC expansion. In September 2005 (after a temporary stint at 1236 S. Union Ave.), it moved into this new larger location. This Chicago hot dog stand was started by Tomislav Lazerevski in the '50s, and he now runs it with his son Alex – they're related to James Stefanovic, who founded next-door neighbor Jim's Original. The Lazerevskis have their famous Polish custom-made by a local sausage house with their own blend of spices, and then they top 'em with a heaping pile of grilled onions and sport peppers. Another bestseller is a Maxwell Street classic, the bone-in pork chop sandwich, topped with mustard, onions and sport peppers. You'll find all walks of life waiting in line at this busy walk-up, and it's especially hopping after the bars close.
Getting There
- Cross Streets:
- Union Ave. and Maxwell St.
- Parking:
- Paid Lot and Street. Paid Lot: At Maxwell Street and Union Avenue.
- Public Transportation:
- CTA Bus: 8 Halsted.
- Wheelchair Access:
- Yes. Wheelchair accessible.
The Basics
- Hours:
- 24 hours daily.
- Cuisine:
- Burgers, Hot Dogs, and Polish
- Meals Served:
- Breakfast, Dinner, and Lunch
- Price Range:
- $ (Under $9)
Features
- Carryout:
- Yes
- Features:
- Open 24 Hours and Late Night. No catering. No seating. No children's menu. No buffet.
- Facilities:
- No on-site store.
- Worth Noting:
- Chicago classic.
- Specialties:
- Polish sausages, pork chop sandwich, hot dogs, burgers.
- Payment Methods:
- Cash
- Outdoor Seating:
- No
- Delivery:
- No
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"First Chicago Food Experience"
By IBcute81 from Chatham, May 24, 2009
My boyfriend took me here for a Chicago Style Polish. It was amazing. The food was great, you can watch them put it together right there and the fi...
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