Hot Doug's - Irving Park / Avondale - Chicago, IL 60618 | Metromix Chicago

Hot Doug's



Neighborhood: Irving Park / Avondale
3324 N. California Ave.

Chicago, IL 60618
773-279-9550
Hot Doug's revolutionizes the typical Chicago hot dog stand with a selection of upscale sausages. With up to 18 choices offered on any given day, deciding can be daunting. Options include rabbit, boar, pheasant, duck and kangaroo -- as well as your basic char dog and polish. Toppings include a variety of mustards, caramelized and raw onions, chili, cheese, and tomatillo and marinara sauce.

Getting There

Cross Streets:
California Avenue and Roscoe Street.
Parking:
Street
Public Transportation:
CTA Bus: 152-Addison; 49-Western; 77-Belmont; 36-Broadway.
Wheelchair Access:
No

The Basics

Hours:
10:30 a.m.-4 p.m. Monday through Saturday
closed Sunday.
Cuisine:
Hot Dogs
Meals Served:
Lunch
Price Range:
$ (Under $9)
Reservations:
Not Accepted
Smoking:
No
Audience:
Families

Features

Carryout:
Yes
Live Music:
No
Features:
Kids Menu and On-site Merchandise. No catering. No dancing. T-shirts. Mini bagel dogs and tater tots. No buffet.
Worth Noting:
Recommended
Specialties:
French fries fried in duck fat on Fridays and Saturdays.
Payment Methods:
Cash
Outdoor Seating:
Yes
Delivery:
No
Seating :
Capacity: 40

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5


"Worth every penny and more!"

By LD from Wrigleyville, February 26, 2009

I had first heard of Hot Doug's on Anthony Bourdain's show, "No Reservations." It was everything he had raved about..and more. Per his recommendati...

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"Wonderful! Will be back soon and often."

By Candace from Hyde Park, January 26, 2008

Last weekend, when temperatures reached below zero, my friends and I ventured to Hot Doug's on California Avenue to partake of their encased meat c...

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"Sausage Heaven"

By kb from Edgewater, November 21, 2007

Great food and nicely priced. The regular menu is very moderately priced and the quality excellent. The specials range 6.50-7.50 but are fabulous t...

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