Hot Doug's Inc
(773) 279-9550
3324 North California
Chicago,
IL
60618
41.9432
-87.6864
Neighborhoods: Roscoe Village, North Side
What People Are Saying About Hot Doug's Inc
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The Scene
The fire that shut down this restaurant in mid-2004 seems only to have made the place more popular, as Hot Doug's is thriving in its new location a half-mile west of the original. Not much has changed; the sunny yellow walls are still covered with kitschy wiener paraphernalia, and owner Doug Sohn has maintained his cheerful, sarcastic demeanor, joking with customers and shilling Hot Doug's CDs while taking orders at the counter.
The Food
Sohn's love of encased meats makes for an adventurous menu, from the classic Chicago-style dog to the Jennifer Garner (a "mighty hot" fire dog), the Elvis (Polish sausage), and weekly game sausages like rabbit, venison and rattlesnake. Sohn shows off his culinary-school chops with the daily-changing "celebrity sausage." One recent favorite, the Wazmo Nariz, tops tasty mushroom-Asiago sausage with blue cheese dijonnaise and sauteed shiitake mushrooms. Brilliant--and even better alongside an order of duck-fat french fries.
User Reviews
Metromix
May 15, 2009
One of the first places I'll take out of town guests. Even though there's a long line, Doug delivers on the hype of the joint with great food and atmosphere.
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LBS157
February 17, 2009
My uncle told me about this place and how great the specials were so I had to put the place to the test! Im not an expert but my taste buds were screaming for joy when I bit in! Doug has a way with the ingredients, brings them all together in perfect harmony. Strongly recommend going for one of the specials to try something new in the sausage world. I arrived at 10:30am on a Friday (when they open) and I had a short wait but man was it worth it! Will definately be going back next time Im in Chicago! ENJOY!
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WillO8
August 22, 2008
I love this place! Doug is hilarious and the food is great. I got a huge order of fries that were crispy and perfectly seasoned. There's all sorts of unique dogs to try, but the rib eye dog is delicious. Yeah, there's a long line, but it goes fast and everyone around you is in a good mood and looking forward to eating. Doug treats everyone fairly, always plays great music, and prices his food well.
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Know Before You Go:
Doug doesn't take credit cards, so bring cash.
When to Go:
The famous duck fat fries are available only on Fridays and Saturdays.
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Restaurant Special Features:
Family-Friendly Dining, Lunch Spot, Romantic Dining, Cheap Eats
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Smoking Permitted:
No
