Fat Johnnie's Red Hots

Name: Fat Johnnie's Red Hots
Address: 7242 S. Western Ave., Chicago, IL, 60636, US
Telephone: 7737376294
Price range: $

7242 S. Western Ave., Chicago, IL, 60636 , Chicago Lawn

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Price: $$$$$

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Fat Johnnie's Red Hots - Chicago

Founded in 1972, this classic Chicago walk-up stand serves hot dogs, chili and the mother-in-law, a chili-drenched cornroll tamale on a bun.

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CHICAGO, HOME TO MANY MAGNIFICENT HOT DOGS

Reviews

Christina G.

about 2 years ago

Can't miss it! Our friend grew up in the area. We were visiting CHI Town. So we made the trip to this stand per his recommendation. The dog went down in 2.5...

Matthew M.

about 2 years ago

Of all the well known hot dog joints in Chicago, this one is the most disappointing. I am aware Bourdain stopped in and that was the reason I went out of...

Fist W.

over 2 years ago

I enjoy Fat Johnnies, the super dog with a super sundae are terrific. I believe their is new ownership however the products are about the same. I like this...

Larry O.

over 2 years ago

I don't stop as often but am happy that I do, even parking in the median of Western Ave. back in the day to jump in/out of there. A visiting relative from...

Ashley Livesay

over 2 years ago

Amazing place to get Chicago style dogs. Will go again anytime.

Stacy A

over 2 years ago

The best Chicago dog I’ve ever had. Cash only.

Art D.

over 2 years ago

Hands down the best hot dogs in Chicago. Shitty neighborhood. Just pull over, park, order, and leave. Regular dogs are unbeatable but there are also other...

Antonio R.

over 2 years ago

Great service and food is great not only that they have you in and out. I've been going there since a young child and I have never been disappointed

C M

over 2 years ago

Always one of my Chicago favorites. Love the tamale sundae and mighty dogs! Service is always great. Food always feesh, hot and beyond delicious!

Charles Obanner

over 2 years ago

This place is a Chicago hidden Gem . A simple Menu and every choice I've had was on point. It's More Than just a hot dog 🌭 stand . . .

Jorge Gomez

over 2 years ago

So goooooood makes ya wanna snack someone with a wet noodle and yell wahooooo!

Krystal Grant

almost 3 years ago

Been going to the place for over 20yrs. Food is good and staff is awesome. Prices are reasonable

Brett B.

about 3 years ago

Great Chicago style hotdogs. I started eating there in the mid-to-late '70s. I try to stop by when I'm in town from San Antonio, TX. Not the best looking...

rasheca

over 3 years ago

Average at best. It also needs to be updated. I thought it was abandoned from the looks of it.

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