Paradise Pup

08/25/09

THE BEST

by blazerchick at Citysearch

This is the best food i love it and go every chance i get.

11/01/08

Three-way Fries, and Shakes top the menu

by johnr23 at Citysearch

I arrived at 10:45am and there were already six people waiting for the doors to open. The menu is simple with just the basics (hot dogs, burgers, sausage, beefs, and all the typical sides. I ordered a couple 1/3 lb. cheddar burgers (one of which was for my wife), a hot dog (Chicago style), three-way fries, small fries and a chocolate/banana shake. Everything made it home except for the shake and fry.

? Char-grilled 1/3 lb. cheddar burgers: The meat was good, not too greasy ? but for my taste the char-grilling was too overpowering. I liked the unique Merkt?s cheese flavor (I have used this brand of cheese on my home burger.) The toppings were plentiful (I had raw onion, but grilled onions is an option), and the bun was fresh and yummy. (give the burgers a 2.5 out of 5?disappointing)

? Hot Dog (Chicago style): mine was steamed, but char-grilling is an option. Nothing super special ? the dog was crisp and the toppings were fresh (4 out of 5 stars).

? Fries (had regular and 3-way): Had to order the ?3-way? fries ? previous reviewers cited that as a must have?and I agree the 3-way fried were wonderful and probably 1,000 calories. The good helping of crinkle cut fries were tossed into a Styrofoam container, topped with cheese, and generous dollop of sour cream and REAL bacon bits. The fries were cooked perfectly, and all toppings were delicious. (5 out of 5)

? Chocolate/Banana Shake: Another winner ? They tossed a fresh banana was made one with some chocolate ice-cream ? I sucked that lovely mixture up rater quickly (4.5 out of 5).

To wrap it up ? I will probably never stop back, mainly because I live rather far away, but I would expect the long lines to further discourage me.

If you are burger lover ? try these two places?The Spot in Kenosha, and Monk?s (Wisconsin Dells), oh ya in if ever near San Diego ? Hodad?s is by far the best burger in the world.

• Pros: Shakes, fries, friendly staff
• Cons: Long lines, lack of seating

06/20/08

Have patience folks - you won't be sorry!

by paigetwo at Citysearch

Sometimes you need to know what you're getting yourself into, and this is one of those situations. I'd heard this place had long lines, so I was prepared for that. Other than the annoying woman behind me who has no sense of personal space, and despite the fact that I was beginning to doubt my sanity for waiting in line nearly 40 minutes on a Friday at 3pm (wow, what's up with THAT?) It was SO worth it. We had everything you should NOT eat, and it was delicious! The banana coconut cream pie shake was to die for, including toasted coconut and cherries.....the bacon cheddar burger....WHOA it was GREAT, 3 layer fries (includes cheddar cheese, sour cream and REAL bacon bits), and onion rings. We all ordered a little something different with regard to sides so we could share. WORTH the wait, no guarantees on your line mates! Yum!

• Pros: Wonderful food
• Cons: High calories!!! Long lines

05/18/08

Bad customer relations

by sthoudek at Citysearch

The hours they have are not customer freindly. We were in town for a concert(we are from Minnesota) so we thought we would stop in. We found the place and saw plenty of people eating outside and the door was open so we naturally thought they were open, but nope. The old hag of a lady said they were closed even though we could see them cooking in the background. Bad customer relations. If your closed, then don't have your door wide open and be cooking in the background! Also, why would they close at 5pm on a saturday?

03/05/08

solid burger, def top 10 quality

by nothinbut10s at Citysearch

i enjoy a good burger. pradise pup delivers. we were craving a good burger and decided to roll to paradise pup. we got there and waited outside in the cold for 5 minutes or so before we got in. we secured a spot at the stools and took our first bite. juicy, flavorful, and unique. by unique i mean good. good like a backyard barbeque. fat meat, crispy bacon, and damn good seasoned fries. worth the wait. will go back in the summer. try the blackcherry koolaid. don't expect a fancy meal. this is man food in its entirety.

• Pros: not feeling fat and greasy after the meal
• Cons: the fat and greasy man sitting next to me

11/01/07

Out of the way, but darn good dogs...

by pbehle at Citysearch

This is one of those places that you'll have trouble finding. But if you dome come across it, while winding alongside the river, do stop in for a terrific Chicago dog. I love the char dogs, but pretty much everything is solid and nicely priced. Plus, you see everything being prepared -- it's a tiny joint, so nothing's hidden.

10/25/07

worth the wait

by patrickhayes at Citysearch

The parking lot is packed on Saturday and don't park in the lot next door. I was lucky to grab a spot and then I got in line. It wasn't a huge line but it moved kind of slow. but when I saw them cooking everything fresh I did not mind. I got the double cheddar burger. 2/3lbs. It was really good. I wanted to get a hot dog too but With the 3 layer fries and a shake I didn't. I will definitely stop back and try a dog sometime. This pace is definitely worth trying.

• Pros: food was very good and the price was not bad for as much as you get
• Cons: long line

09/21/07

Some say it is good, Some say it needs some work

by eviltwin222 at Citysearch

This was our first time:

Someone from my office ran to pick the food for the office, He had high makes for the cleanliness of the place, great parking and friendly people.

They had no menu's for take out, Fax machine was not turned on, Someone had mentioned.

The bun did not hold the goodies in place. Meat was to thick, Maybe that was due to the rareness of the meat.

I liked the grilled onions, seasoned fries were a little too salty for me.

I would try it again and make sure the meat was cooked well

• Pros: Grilled onions
• Cons: meat not cooked

04/25/07

Best Seasoned Fries

by olsonang at Citysearch

You may have passed this place up on River Road, but make sure to make a u-turn and get in there!

If you are looking for real, authentic and heart-clogging food, this is it. (*note: there are a few healthy options,but you'll forego them). THeir seasoned fries are good enough by themselves,alhough cheese will compliment). Love hotdogs, but their cheddar cheeseburgers can't be forgotten.

LOng wait, but good things come to those who wait.

And there is no way you can take this food to go, you'll start eating it from the second you get it!

ENjoy!!!!

• Pros: Service, Quality, TAste,
• Cons: Ambience

12/13/06

TRY THIS PLACE!!!

by seymorbutz at Citysearch

This place Rocks!!! Been going there for years. I've had just about everything on the menu and I can tell you it's ALL good. They use Merkt's melted cheddar and it's excellent. The paradise fries are "to die for". The owners work right there making the food for you so you know it's going to be quality. Do youself a favor and TRY THIS PLACE!!!

• Pros: All Good.
• Cons: Shorter business Hours.