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5.0 of 5 stars.
I Love this place!! It's the closest thing you can get to real Italian Beef in Chicago! It's all about the bread! Drenched in gravy and the bread still holds up. Juicy, chewy bread in between thin...
yelp.com - user review - 10/16/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This place is exceptional, if you like to eat a hearty sandwhich this is the place to go. I originally had the big beef with hot peppers (which is the italian beef supersized). It was covered in what...
yelp.com - user review - 10/15/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I first heard of Portillo's at a baby shower we went to a couple years back. The soon to be dad was from Chicago and found this love right here in Buena Park, CA. He had ordered the party platters of...
yelp.com - user review - 10/14/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I have been going to Portillos for years... I grew up in the Chicago suburbs. The food is exactly the same as it is in Chicago, along with the menu & lay-out of the restaurant ... the beef sandwich...
yelp.com - user review - 10/14/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Get a Chicago Dog! You won't be sorry. You'll be messy but not sorry.
yelp.com - user review - 10/12/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
My trip to Vegas began on Sunday. I was driving and I had to pick up my business partner in Whittier. On the way, I passed Knott's Berry Farm and remembered that Portillo's was right around the...
yelp.com - user review - 10/05/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I don't normally review corporate chain restaurants, but this place was too good not to review. Plus, I think they only have one location in California (this one), so it's not really a chain here....
yelp.com - user review - 10/04/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Nice selection of sausages, a great Chicago classic for under $4 (with fries).The place was confusing, and they only have one beer on tap (Bud Light). But you can avoid that by going through the...
yelp.com - user review - 09/29/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Every time I pull up I hear angles in the background. This place is 45 minutes away and well worth the round trip for someone who needs the "Chicago Dog". I ask the Cub fans to please remove your...
yelp.com - user review - 09/28/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I must say... I was super happy to find out that there are 2 California Portillo's locations. I just came back from my trip to Chicago and was on my way to southern california when I was told that...
yelp.com - user review - 09/19/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
It truly is one of Chicago's Best and you can find it only at the Buena Park Mall parking lot. Cool vibe, delicious chilli dogs and chicken sandwiches! They have a drive-thru!A must try.MY RATINGFOOD:...
yelp.com - user review - 09/15/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
With all of the Chicago-themed eateries that dot the landscape in SoCal, the arrival of Portillo's sends the message that playtime is over and daddy has come home. Every region has at least one...
yelp.com - user review - 09/15/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Flavor is quite high despite the juicy grease that seem to soak the meat (eg. Big Beef) and/or the buns of these sandwiches and tasty hotdogs they have here. True, it is still fastfood, it is quite...
yelp.com - user review - 09/14/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Love this place, its always crowded. I went there with my family one summer night and it was really warm outside but we couldnt find a table inside so we sat on the patio and it was really good. The...
yelp.com - user review - 09/12/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
this place is good! i love the big beef with hot peppers! s0oo good!ive never had the burgers here, but my friends say they are good as well!its always a change to go here, i would suggest to...
yelp.com - user review - 09/11/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
This place is okay. #1 thing I learned, this place is fast food, not McDonald's or Jack in a box, but fast food. But, there is a pretty fresh looking salad bar for all the models who would buy a salad...
yelp.com - user review - 09/07/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Maybe it's just the fact that it's not in Chicago... maybe my tastebuds have changed since my last time in the Windy City... but this Portillo's tasted different. Could it be the sourcing of the meat?...
yelp.com - user review - 09/07/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Somebody should have told me it wasn't cool to eat a big beef sandwich and a hot dog and wash it all down with a chocolate cake shake, but I did, and I can honestly say, I do regret it just a little....
yelp.com - user review - 09/06/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
So my amazing BF asked if I had ever been here and I was like noooo, and he goes, I'll take you so you can yelp it, yeah, that was super cute. Anywhoo, we were down the street @ The Attic picking up a...
yelp.com - user review - 08/29/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
A favorite spot of mine in Orange county for Chi-Town eats.Get the Big beef sammich(italian beef w/gravy, on a perfectly baked french roll)! Walk out with a happy tummy&Yelp about it!
yelp.com - user review - 08/28/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I lived in Chicago and it's one of the guilty pleasures I missed most.Yes, this place is the In-N-Out of Chicago. Comfort food at its best.The combo with hot peppers is my all time favorite. Along...
yelp.com - user review - 08/27/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I was so excited when this place opened a few years back. A little taste of Chicago in my own backyard. I used to be love with their salads. However, over the years the salad has become smaller in...
yelp.com - user review - 08/27/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
oh my god this is the place to eat. I have had just about everything but I must say the Italian beef is the best ever. And since ur there u may as well get some awesome cheese Fry's too. I live in...
yelp.com - user review - 08/27/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
yu yum beef! juicy and yummy. and with the chilly cheese fries it's one more reason for me to stay away from this place... cause it's too good... and a girl's gotta watch her figure. how did that...
yelp.com - user review - 08/26/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Portillo's is like the IN-N-OUT of Illinois. The line goes out the door every day at the downtown Chicago location. So most of you OCers probably don't realize how blessed you are to have the divine...
yelp.com - user review - 08/26/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
A little piece of Chicago, right here in Orange county!! Best Italian Beef! I recently added Cheese Fries to my regular order, very good nacho cheese sauce and the awesome crinkle cut fries. Only...
yelp.com - user review - 08/25/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I had the bacon cheeseburger. It was great as were the chili cheese fries. Good food and they serve beer & wine. We had a group of 8 and we were all able to sit at 1 table. Employees are very...
yelp.com - user review - 08/23/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Portillo's has good hotdogs!No, offense..but I think Pink's is overrated. Cut out the hipster bullshit, i just want to eat.When you just want a tasty hotdog..you need to come here.1. The combo dog is...
yelp.com - user review - 08/23/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
If there is one thing I love about going to Chicago on business, its the food. One of my guilty pleasures is Portillos. I was in Buena Park this afternoon and saw the majestic almost shrine like...
yelp.com - user review - 08/22/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I would give this place 2.5 stars if I could. It seems clean and the food is ok, but for a place with "hotdogs" in the name (depending on the literature you look at), I expected more in the way of...
yelp.com - user review - 08/22/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
My good friend from Chicago always talked about this place. ALL THE TIME. Well I doubted her. When we found out there was a couple in CA and one of them happened to be near my new apt. I was curious...
yelp.com - user review - 08/19/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
For all of you Californian's that didn't like Portillo's let me just tell you, it's because you don't know what good food is and how we eat in Chicago. Meat, with more meat, and some meat on the side....
yelp.com - user review - 08/18/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I'm a proud Chicago native (Skokie, IL) but portillo's is way overrated. Service is good because they had 2 servers to 1 patron ratio. Nice layout but noisy. Pretty forgettable food. I can't even...
yelp.com - user review - 08/18/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I kind of want to give it two stars but I liked the place. I've been there at least twice but I only ordered food the first time. it taste unhealthy and good. those words describe the same idea to me...
yelp.com - user review - 08/18/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Awesome Dogs! I was a little put off by the fact that this is a major chain restaurant, but once I ate the food I was not let down. I had the "combo dog" which is the Italian dog with beef on a bun....
yelp.com - user review - 08/18/2009
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1.0 of 5 stars.
Now...I understand this is definitely not a place I would choose to go to and assume that they have something for a vegetarian like myself... but... when I started to look at the menu and saw that...
yelp.com - user review - 08/14/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Chili dogs and fries!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
yelp.com - user review - 08/13/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Shortly after moving to L.A. from Chicago back in '04, I began to miss much of Chicago food. Amongst the variety, I missed the combo (italian sausage and italian beef; all in one) and the Maxwell...
yelp.com - user review - 08/13/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I've eaten at Portillo's too many times to be proud of. I believe they are single handedly responsible for my expanding waist line. I would five star this place, but since I've tried almost everything...
yelp.com - user review - 08/12/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
A few days ago, I was rolling through Buena Park when I got hungry.I saw Portillo's so I pulled in and was excited that they had a drive-thru. It was about 2 in the afternoon and there were no people...
yelp.com - user review - 08/11/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
It was a hot day in the sun and I didn't feel like eating a hot dog or a burger or any other greasy spoon sandwich, so I opted to try one of their salads. New on the menu was their Garbage salad made...
yelp.com - user review - 08/10/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Had the Portillo's Beef Dog for the first time today. I've never had a "Chicago" style dog before but I would say from the way it's made its pretty spot on. Poppy seed bun, mustard (don't bother...
yelp.com - user review - 08/08/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
That is one greasy beef monster!!!You heard right - "Chicago" Italian Beef Sandwich with Italian Hot PeppersThe Chicago is in parenthesis because though made in Buena Park, CA this is one of only 2...
yelp.com - user review - 08/05/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
yummy bread, greasy goodness, and a little kick to the bite.You must try the Italian Beef w/the gravy and hot peppers (cheese if you want, but not necessary). If you want to accessorize your meal,...
yelp.com - user review - 08/05/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Good chilli cheese hot dog, very good fries, average italian sausage, solid beef sandwiches just like in Chicago.
yelp.com - user review - 08/05/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Good food at a good price for the whole family...love the dogs here!
yelp.com - user review - 07/29/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Portillo's is a shining pearl in a sea of stripmallia. Though many rave about the hot dogs, loading them up Chicago style with lettuce, tomato and other decidedly un-hotdogish toppings just didn't...
yelp.com - user review - 07/28/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Hello my fellow foodies this place is one of my local favorites. This is not the place for the health conscience, carb deprived, calorie counting folks. when you walk through these doors you have...
yelp.com - user review - 07/27/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Ah, Portillo's. One of my regular high school spots. Parking can be a nightmare during peak hours, which is why my friends and I usually hit the drive-thru. Now I must give my thanks to the peeps...
yelp.com - user review - 07/25/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
My boyfriend told me about this place so we went on our visit down south. It was pretty good. I got their original hot dog with everything on it. It was delicious. Everything stayed inside the bun...
yelp.com - user review - 07/25/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
What is up with my gourmet garden salad?well, the cucumbers taste like bitter, bitter chemicals, that's what's up (a little like perfume/Windex if I had to describe it)I was badly disappointed by this...
yelp.com - user review - 07/24/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
OVERALL RATING = 8 / 10Overall FOOD = 8What I had: Italian Beef w/mild peppers extra gravy on side = 9 Fries = 6Drinks: Miller Lite (served in chilled goblet) = 8ATMOSPHERE = 7SERVICE =...
yelp.com - user review - 07/24/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I've been here a few times. I ordered the hot dog, fries, and onion rings the first time I came. They gave us a hamburger with our order to try - did not think of ordering a hamburger here. The...
yelp.com - user review - 07/23/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
OK, I had this preconceived notion of what to expect today. It was shattered as I pulled into the parking lot.Really nice structure with the 30s Prohibition theme (whatever that means) inside the...
yelp.com - user review - 07/22/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I LOVE this place. My fiance and I went there for the first time tonight. The atmosphere was great and the employees were nice. The food is DELICIOUS!!!!
yelp.com - user review - 07/20/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Okay I am from Chicago so I know all about great fantastic wonderful hot dogs! I live in San Francisco now so I have to get my Chicago dogs when and where I can. They have a few places that have...
yelp.com - user review - 07/18/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Finally had a chance to stop here on the way to LA a few weeks ago. Heard a lot of positive things about it and obviously with 285 reviews it is quite popular. Never been a fan of Chicago dogs so I...
yelp.com - user review - 07/15/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
mmmmmmm. this place is awesome. Love hot dogs? Love meat? Yes? Then this place will give you a meatgazm. The regular good ol Chicago Dog is a classic. It's simple, it has the right amount of...
yelp.com - user review - 07/10/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
If I could give this place 3.5 stars, I would. The restaurant was very clean and organized. The service was very fast and pretty good. I will note that I only had their BBQ salad and a side of onion...
yelp.com - user review - 07/09/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Wow. 280 reviews so far for this place. What on earth can I add? Should I even write a review? Answer: Yes. The locals seem to like it. But I'm not from California and as an out-of-towner, this place...
yelp.com - user review - 07/05/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I have had dreams about their beef and cheese sandwich. nuff said.
yelp.com - user review - 07/01/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Everytime i come here..i leave feeling VERY satisfied [:My usual is the Maxwell polish sausage here. The sausage is goood...a lot longer than the bun but no complaints there! WHen you bite into the...
yelp.com - user review - 06/30/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Ive been told that I have an addictive personality. When I like something, it goes on overkill, whether it be vice, a nice restaurant, a song or a hot dog stand. With that said, over the last 3 weeks...
yelp.com - user review - 06/27/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I could go either way: the hot dogs are okay (Costco HDs and Sausages taste better to me), the burgers are okay, the fries are okay, their sandwiches are okay. Everything is just A-OK. Except for...
yelp.com - user review - 06/25/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I'm not sure why this place is loved so much. It's not bad mind you but It just doesn't ring my bell so to speak. I've tried the hot dogs, fries, onion rings, a couple of different types of salads,...
yelp.com - user review - 06/17/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I've been coming to this place for years and the only thing that I always use to get would be their hot dogs.Well good thing that I for once ordered something different this time. Finally got to try...
yelp.com - user review - 06/16/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
No fancy California cuisine here. No Vegan special. A carnivore's delight. Chicago dogs, Italian beef, burgers and Italiab sausage. You can't go wrong. The wife and I come by often on nights we don't...
yelp.com - user review - 06/16/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Portillo's certainly isn't food to lose weight by, but damn the Italian beef sandwich is good. I have to give a shout out to my Yelp friend Steve M., who told me the RIGHT WAY to order the Italian...
yelp.com - user review - 06/15/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Very good food. Must try at least once. enjoyed atmosphere and food.
yelp.com - user review - 06/13/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
mmm italian beef sandwich-- YUM! i usually get it without the peppers-- but im sure its delicious either way! ive also had the hotdogs, italian sausage, and almost all of their salads. i usually get...
yelp.com - user review - 06/12/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Portillo's makes Los Angeles regret making grilled hot dogs illegal. Portillo's is hands down the BEST place for a hot dog! Originating from THE city of Chicago, they know what they are doing with...
yelp.com - user review - 06/12/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I came here when it first opened and have been coming here frequently since then. It is a Chicago chain, and you know Chicago is known for their hot dogs! So I always always get the Itialian beef...
yelp.com - user review - 06/09/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This is officially my favorite fast food place in all of orange county now. First time I went, I was really impressed with how nice of an atmosphere the place had, and a lot of great seating, with...
yelp.com - user review - 06/08/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
"I can't decide if I want a hot dog or an Italian beef sandwich. I really wish there was a place that I can get both." Have you ever found yourself in this predicament before? Probably not, but if you...
yelp.com - user review - 06/08/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I always get the Italian Beef Sandwich. This sandwich has everything I love. A grip of meat, hot and sweet peppers, sauce-soaked bread, and a wonderful aftertaste. For an even better experience, stuff...
yelp.com - user review - 06/06/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I've once again fallen for the overrated restaurant on Yelp. This place is OK. Not GREAT like everyone raves about. Italian beef sandwich? EHHH. Not much flavor and the bread gets pretty nasty...
yelp.com - user review - 06/02/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I love this place. I've been here two times but really haven't had the chance to go back again. I love the fish bowl beer cups. Come to think about it. I believe that I've never even eaten a hot dog...
yelp.com - user review - 05/29/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
My friends love this place and when I tried it I was not so impressed. It is pretty decent but nothing to rave about like some of my friends do. I had the combo beef and sausage with some fries. I...
yelp.com - user review - 05/28/2009
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1.0 of 5 stars.
Don't get me wrong, I LOVED Portillo's. My husband came back from a Chicago trip and could not stop talking about Portillo's Italian beef sandwiches. He almost peed in his pants with excitement when...
yelp.com - user review - 05/27/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Meh...Like some other guy said Jerry's Dogs is way better. Nice decor below average food.
yelp.com - user review - 05/26/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Portillo's is another example of how Chicago knows how to do simply awesome food.There's just a few places in Southern California where you can get a real Chicago dog. All beef dog on a poppy seed...
yelp.com - user review - 05/25/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I had the privilege of eating at a Portillo's in Chicago during a business trip a few years back. I made sure to order the absolute greasiest, juiciest hot dog with as many grilled onions as I could...
yelp.com - user review - 05/25/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Oh man...... Just got back from devouring a italian beef with hot peppers. What a great way to start a 3-day weekend! Also tried the chili which was surprisingly good... but I ate too much!
yelp.com - user review - 05/22/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Portillos is amazingggggggg! I used to eat here twice a week when i worked over in Anaheim. For some reason they include peppers with their hot dogs if you ask for everything on them. I am not a fan...
yelp.com - user review - 05/21/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I love that there's a Portillo's out here now. It's a good hot dog and a good italian beef sandwich!!
yelp.com - user review - 05/13/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Well...I was born in chicago and i always looked forward to eating there whenever i would go back. I was super geeked when I heard they were putting one in Cali.Hands down the best FUCKING place to...
yelp.com - user review - 05/12/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I came here on lunch with some of my coworkers at my internship. I wasn't sure what to expect because, hey, it's in Buena Park and the only thing I know of in Buena Park is Knott's Berry Farm. I must...
yelp.com - user review - 05/12/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I'd rather eat my little brother's face off than eat here. Their hot dogs are small and pretty expensive for how small they are and they don't taste that good at all. I don't see what the hecks the...
yelp.com - user review - 05/08/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
because of the yelp review I read... my bf and I decided to go there to eat since we are in town. I immediately fall in love with the way this restuarant looks. It looks like typically old fashion...
yelp.com - user review - 05/08/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Is it possible for a hot dog to physically melt in your mouth? Why YES, yes it is. I first ate a Portillos hot dog in Chicago back in 2006, before the establishment was introduced to the west coast....
yelp.com - user review - 05/06/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
it doesnt get any better.the hotdogs are the best along with the italian beef.you cant go wrong.order a cake shake while your at it also.we drive from Cucamonga just to come here
yelp.com - user review - 05/06/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
When the bf brought me here for a quick bite to eat (mind you, after having Korean BBQ - I have no idea what we were thinking), I quickly realized that I had already been here, years ago when it first...
yelp.com - user review - 05/05/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I am a big fan of Portillo's. Friendly service have always been a big part of Portillo's businesses, and it shows here.Staff are always hustling around, but still able to give a smile.This Portillo's...
yelp.com - user review - 05/04/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This is a Chicagoland staple in Fast Food Resturants that came out to California a few years ago. The Italian Beefs and Hot Dogs are what makes this place. If you want authentic Chicago style...
yelp.com - user review - 04/29/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Ok so this place can have a 1000 reviews but I am going to add mine anyway. My friend took me here because it reminds her of Chicage (which she is from) and I am always hype on trying new spots.With...
yelp.com - user review - 04/28/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I'm not sure I can add much since there are already 245 other reviews, but I'll try my best.I came here on Saturday evening and ordered a regular beef Portillo dog and a side of onion rings. The hot...
yelp.com - user review - 04/27/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Lizza M., your review is much like mine will be... I only came here because my mom, who works at the Knott's Berry Farm group sales dept invited me here. Inside, Portillos makes me feel like I'm at...
yelp.com - user review - 04/26/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I'm going to keep this short and sweet:Hot Dogs too small.Beef Dips too soggy.French Fries just average.Salads a mish mash.Hamburger good but not the best.Should serve potato or macaroni salads as...
yelp.com - user review - 04/25/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
HOT DOG! Great place. Excellent prices. When I first walked I immediately said, "Damn this place looks like another Fuddruckers." Boy was I wrong. Service was easy and moved like a well oiled assembly...
yelp.com - user review - 04/25/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
A friend of mine brought me to eat here to dinner and I was surprised I haven't heard of this place since it's from Chicago and I vacation there every now and then.Anyway I had the bacon cheese burger...
yelp.com - user review - 04/21/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I've been to the Chicago shops a few times... but honestly, I think i was too inebriated to taste the food. So this time, I actually TASTED an Italian Beef, even though this was probably my umpteenth...
yelp.com - user review - 04/14/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Ugh,. WTF Happened! If you read my earlier review, this was the second coming in the OC. Went there again during a recent vacation and they have really dropped the ball. Went there 3 times during...
yelp.com - user review - 04/14/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Not sure when this place opened but it has a nice atmosphere to it. I liked the decor and how it has all these old school trinkets scattered everywhere. Had to compare this place to my standard go-to...
yelp.com - user review - 04/12/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The italian beef with hot peppers was delish, and the onion rings were ok. Their italian strawberry shortcake was pretty good too. If I drove myself, I don't think I would have enjoyed the food as...
yelp.com - user review - 04/11/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
"Where's the Beef?"This is definitely one of the better beef sandwiches I've had in Southern California. French-dip style but the Chicago Italian version - loads of meat wrapped with turpedo bread -...
yelp.com - user review - 04/10/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I've been here a few times since it opened. Buena Park Downtown, what what! Buena Park's attempt at being cool. Fail. Anyways! This place is pretty good. They give you a lot of food for how much it...
yelp.com - user review - 04/10/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
With the exception of its hamburgers (which I feel are only a bit above average), just about everything at Portillo's is good to great at reasonable prices.I especially like the combo beef and italian...
yelp.com - user review - 04/08/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
So close to four stars, realistically this place is about a 3.5. Why not round up? The price, it's a bit steep for fast food, especially Hot dogs. I mean it has pretty good flavor but my polish...
yelp.com - user review - 04/08/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I've been going to Portillo's since it opened in Buena Park and been going there ever since. I remember opening day it had its drive thru line longer than the current unemployment lines! If you're...
yelp.com - user review - 04/02/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Are you kidding?This place is BOMB.EVERYTHING IS BOMB. I have been recently ordering a Cheeseburger plain, with only ketchup and mayo. Gotta get the cheese fries.*BONUS* If you order an XL drink, it...
yelp.com - user review - 03/24/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I took the Italian Beef sandwich to go and by the time I got home, the bread was soggy and mush! It was gross! So, I ended up taking the meat and using hawaiian bread and it was much better. The beef...
yelp.com - user review - 03/23/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
My boyfriend has been saying we should go here forever, but we didn't get around to it for awhile cause its in Buena Park, and we're in Huntington Beach, so its a bit of a drive. I'm glad we finally...
yelp.com - user review - 03/22/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I have a couple of co-workers from Chicago who introduced me (and many of my co-workers) to this place. They complained how you can't find a good hot dog place in SoCal except for this place....
yelp.com - user review - 03/16/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Awesome beef sandwhichs, good chili dogs.
yelp.com - user review - 03/15/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Portillo's... you have never wronged me!Thank you for all of the times you have put me into a food coma. Your burgers are so beefy and big... they just seem to melt into my mouth! The burger comes...
yelp.com - user review - 03/13/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Portillo's is perfect hangover food !!!!!!! especially when you want to say no to the whole loud busy dining experience just good sandwiches and salads always a lot of food for a cheap price! I...
yelp.com - user review - 03/13/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Hello Chicago! If their were ever two things I loved more than my long distance girlfriend from Chicago it was the deep dish pizza and Portillo's. After a business meeting in the area I drove by and...
yelp.com - user review - 03/12/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
This place didn't live up to the hype at all to me. It was alright. But really, nothing special. Maybe I ordered the wrong thing?I had the max's polish dog and friend had the portillos dog. We...
yelp.com - user review - 03/10/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I live right by this place and I finally decided to try it. I love that they have a drive thru, but I actually ate in there. I went in and it was packed with people. I didn't know I ordered up front,...
yelp.com - user review - 03/09/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I knew this place was closed to KBF but I didn't know it looked like an amusement park too! My first time and just a Maxwell St dog. Good size for the price. I'm not so into value as in size for...
yelp.com - user review - 03/07/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
i call this place the in-n-out of chicago... except we're not talking burgers (they have them but that's not what i go there for). we're talking italian beef, italian sausage, chicago hot dogs (don't...
yelp.com - user review - 03/03/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Tried this place for the first time a few years ago and the food is always good. When craving a large sausage in your mouth you can go and get one very juicy and tasty dog. My experience is that it is...
yelp.com - user review - 03/02/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I was feeling pretty 1920s from wearing pinstripes all day, so I decided to enter Prohibition-era Chicago here in my own backyard in nearby Buena Park. The theme of the restaurant is definitely nice....
yelp.com - user review - 03/02/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This place is run like a well oiled machine! There always seem to be a line and totally packed but the place is extremely efficient and keeps moving. Even the drive thru seems to be efficiently run...
yelp.com - user review - 03/02/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Absolutely delicious! Just thinking about it right now makes me want to go back. I like the decor, the staff is awesome, and the food is fabulous! I had a burger, and it was soooooooo good. I...
yelp.com - user review - 03/01/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Italian beef is really good, esp with the hot peppersAnd the fries are great - crunchy and crinkled!Had the hot dog - was good too but I'm not a hot dog connoisseur, but my BF thought it was great and...
yelp.com - user review - 02/25/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
OMG There is not enough good things to say about this place. This is a MEGA awesome place for hot dogs. YOU HAVE TO GO! and after you do, you will realize that there is no other place to get a hot...
yelp.com - user review - 02/24/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Had to give this place a 5....it's cheap...clean...plenty of seating...staff is nice..and the food....well...how about that food?...it "TASTES JUST LIKE IT SMELLS!...DELICIOUS!"Chicago dogs are...
yelp.com - user review - 02/24/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Found it odd for this establishment to open up in Buena Park of all places but nevertheless I will venture over here for some treats. I really do love this place. Food is great. Service is fast. Price...
yelp.com - user review - 02/24/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I absolutely love this place!Living in SD, its a must stop any time I go to LA...I always make time. I grew up in Chicago, and its like a little slice of home every time I come here.Get the combo.Its...
yelp.com - user review - 02/23/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
"We're going to Portillo's!" When my boyfriend uttered those words last Sunday, my eyes lit up and my heart started to beat just a little faster. "Portillo's! Portillo's! I can't wait!" I ran...
yelp.com - user review - 02/20/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
There are probably women who would dump a guy for taking her out for a chili dog and a beer on Valentine's Day. With that said, I will first point out that it was my idea - so there were no ill...
yelp.com - user review - 02/17/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I've known about this place for at least 3 years, but never thought to check it out until I heard a friend recommend it. I mean, what's the big deal it's just a hot dog, right? Why go out of my way?...
yelp.com - user review - 02/17/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Since I don't get to Chicago all the time, this place is God's gift to California. Finally, a taste of Chicago in my backyard. (I understand this is not a revered hot dog in Chicago, but give me a...
yelp.com - user review - 02/16/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I love this place. I came here 3 days in a row one time. The good thing is that they have a drive thru so you don't have to get out of your car.What do I like from here. I love the Italian Beef...
yelp.com - user review - 02/15/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I came here w/ a friend for lunch and it was very good! We both just got the regular hot dogs, which came w/ pickles. The hot dogs were hot and flavorful. The prices were pretty low and the restaurant...
yelp.com - user review - 02/14/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Food: yuummmyyy! came here for lunch with my friend. i had the italian beef and he had the garbage salad. the italian beef is realllly good. lots of tasty beef. my friends garbage salad looked...
yelp.com - user review - 02/12/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I don't chow down on a whole lot of hot dogs, but theirs are pretty damn good. Even though the prices are ridiculous, you get what you pay for sometimes. The layout is pretty strange - I didn't know...
yelp.com - user review - 02/11/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
my friends and i come here when theres nowhere else to go. the clam chowder is pretty good. as well as the cheese fries and the chilly cheese fries. however, the beef sandwiches are pretty good...
yelp.com - user review - 02/10/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Just had a italian beef last night. I order a beef with sweet peppers on it, giardinera(i think i spelled it right) on the side and dipped....YUMMY!!! Also had some onion rings, crinkle fries, and...
yelp.com - user review - 02/06/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Went there for the first time last night, my friend went to Chicago and came back raving about Portillo's so off we went. I had the Italian beef with sweet peppers and mozarella cheese, no dip, I...
yelp.com - user review - 02/06/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Their beef sandwiches are the bomb diggity! They bake their own breads, their onion rings are cooked just right! I'm a fan and will be coming back soon for more.....
yelp.com - user review - 02/05/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Portillo's is one of those places that picks at your curiosity. It has opened my mind to Chicago food in all of its heavy, greasy goodness. Portillo's has a mean chopped salad (don't take offense to...
yelp.com - user review - 02/04/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Came here late Saturday prior to closing. I have to say, they were a bit over staffed or it was incredibly slow here. I say that because I placed my order for a polish dog ($3.76) here about 50...
yelp.com - user review - 02/03/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
From Chicago, this place is a must try. I have eaten many times at their River North, IL location. I was beside myself when they opened this location in California.The Chicago dog is one of the top...
yelp.com - user review - 02/02/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Yummmmm, CHOCOLATE CAKE! The italian beef sandwich with sweet peppers, ask for it dry & with gravy on the side. I prefer to dip my sandwich rather than have soggy bread & a sloppy mess. A side of...
yelp.com - user review - 01/31/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I love the hot dogs here, especially the Jumbo Chili Dog. If you like relish, try it with mustard and relish, doesn't sound great, but it's amazing. The chili cheese fries arien't the best but maybe...
yelp.com - user review - 01/29/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Pretty good stuff but kinda expensive. I really like the beef and dogs though. I would stop by if I were in the area. Love the spicy stuff!
yelp.com - user review - 01/29/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Everything on the menu is delicious!!!! The salads are all great! Huge but great! Everything down to the hotdogs are great. The Italian beef sandwich is amazing!!!!! The Cheese Fries are crazy good,...
yelp.com - user review - 01/27/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I tried this place one day when I was moving into my new home. This place is a sit in and also has a drive thru. I drove thru and ordered the Chili cheese fries and chili cheese dog... YEAH I KNOW!!...
yelp.com - user review - 01/26/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
i really love going to portillos!its not just about the food here...the fun decor and music also make this place fun and worthwhile...i always get the portillo's dog with everything and onion rings.....
yelp.com - user review - 01/25/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Oh hell yes... I moved from Chicago to Orange County about 7 years ago. Portillos was one of the biggest things I missed about Chitown. My wife even had ordered Portillos fedex a few years...
yelp.com - user review - 01/25/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
went to the place after a trip to the attic. the hot dogs are delicious. the service seemed to be slow. they weren't pack, but they weren't empty. it was good food but a bit pricey for hot dogs.
yelp.com - user review - 01/25/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I came here for one reason only.....Big Beef Italian Sandwiches! Lived up to my every expectation and beyond! My hungover saturday lunches will take place here from now on:)
yelp.com - user review - 01/25/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Good but a bit on the pricey side, I think. Maybe I feel biased because I'm willingly paying $8 for a heart attack on a plate (e.g., italian beef sammich and small fries). Then again, if it is an...
yelp.com - user review - 01/24/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I just never learn. I'm the stupid girl who trips over her untied shoelaces and thinks, "Now that I'm AWARE that my laces are untied, I will make sure not to trip over them," only to trip over them...
yelp.com - user review - 01/20/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I would kill for some of this right now. And I can't believe some of the stupid things I'm reading:"You see, I don't like messy things, and this sandwich was MESSY!"If that is your justification for...
yelp.com - user review - 01/20/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Had the Italian Beef with sweet peppers and I have to say that I'm a fan. The bread is perfect, the beef is like the beef you get at Korean BBQ's (Cha Dol Be Gi) and the peppers are cooked perfectly....
yelp.com - user review - 01/20/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Delicious and reasonably priced. French fries are amazing - actually, I've never had anything bad on their whole menu.
yelp.com - user review - 01/19/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
hot mama and i were meeting halfway, which would be bp, so i decided on portillo's! been wanting to try this for a while and finally had the chance last night when hot mama agreed on having dogs for...
yelp.com - user review - 01/14/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Had the Italian beef the other night... It was pretty good...The sandwich itself looks really small, but it's really compact. The meat is very packed together, and the bun is a little soggy so it...
yelp.com - user review - 01/13/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
went here when it first opened and waited the long line not much of a hot dog person but went anyway i got the italian beef with hot peppers man is that thing good i have been back several times and...
yelp.com - user review - 01/13/2009
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1.0 of 5 stars.
I was really disappointed, my co-worker drives from Garden Grove to Buena Park to eat their hot dogs. But I tried the same hot dog that he has been raving about and it was crappy!
yelp.com - user review - 01/07/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This place definitely has the goods.I just went here again for lunch yesterday and ordered the Grilled Chicken Crissaunt Sandwich (I really gotta look that word up in the dictionary). It was pretty...
yelp.com - user review - 01/07/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Portillo's completely outshines it's neighboring restaurants. The spunky and spirited decor isn't an attempt to make up for average eats, because the eats are anything but average! The Big Beef...
yelp.com - user review - 01/07/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Everyone raves over the Italian beef sandwiches...but really in the end they're just a ton of mess and not a lot of real flavor, in my opinion. I don't know, i guess they deliver what they promise,...
yelp.com - user review - 01/06/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I thought I already wrote a review for Portillos.....but I didn't so here it is.Being from Chicago, I was excited when I found out that Dick Portillo branched out into SoCal. I don't want to repeat...
yelp.com - user review - 01/05/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
People have been ranting and raving about this place before I ever moved to the OC. Unfortunately, I have had MUCH better. I even tried this place twice to confirm... Its not horrible, its pretty good...
yelp.com - user review - 01/04/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Solid 4 stars. The lady and I went here becuase we were up in Buena Park the day before Disneyland. We got there and got ourselves in line. The place is pretty dang large. You have one line where...
yelp.com - user review - 01/04/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
bottom line, prettty good food and decent prices.
yelp.com - user review - 01/01/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Oh hello delicious hot dog. How are you today? Are you ready to be eaten by yours truly? I thought so.Portillo's how I love thee. Their hot dogs are great, the buns are great, and my favorite are the...
yelp.com - user review - 12/30/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Portillo's is a great place to eat. Have I had better burgers, salads, or drinks? Of course, but I had to pay like $40 for the burger in order for it to taste better. This place is not meant to be...
yelp.com - user review - 12/30/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Something has happened to their choco cake! The servings got smaller, and the cake was dry and lacked flavor. The frosting was not as rick or sweet! I ration my deserts across the week, so I had been...
yelp.com - user review - 12/27/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I was very skeptical at first, I mean - I could just go to Costco and get a hot dog, right? WRONG. Portillos' hot dogs have a crispy skin, so when you bite it has a little snap. The toppings: mustard,...
yelp.com - user review - 12/22/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Really good french fries. Yum!!!Better than I expected.
yelp.com - user review - 12/18/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I did a double take upon realization I had not yet reviewed the veritable center of the Orange County hot dog universe...I can't fully express how much I love this place. I will attempt to put this...
yelp.com - user review - 12/18/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
After my second visit to this hot dog establishment, I decided to up my rating to 4 stars. I have to admit the hot dog and topping combinations are delicious. I didn't pay last time and failed to...
yelp.com - user review - 12/17/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Came here again on my recent trip to Disneyland.....boy was it good. I just had to have the italian beef sandwich here again since my gf raved about the one she had in Chicago. Let me tell you she...
yelp.com - user review - 12/16/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
A good friend of mine is recently back in town after being out of the country for a while and he wanted to go to Portillo's for lunch. To be honest, I wasn't really too thrilled at the idea of a hot...
yelp.com - user review - 12/16/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
add the homemade mozzarella to ANY ORDER!
yelp.com - user review - 12/14/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
yummy... I try not to think of all the unhealthy reasons I shouldn't be partaking of the super-size hot dogs, fries, chili fries, onion rings, sammies with sweet peppers, and burgers. *sigh* good...
yelp.com - user review - 12/12/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Portillo's is like a glorified fast food restaurant because by definition, any true sit-down restaurant would not offer drive-thru service. But if being glorified means offering schooners of beer and...
yelp.com - user review - 12/11/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
A few years ago my friend Todd from Chicago was all excited when he heard their was a Portillos in So Cal. so we had to go check it out. I've been checking it out every since and have never been...
yelp.com - user review - 12/10/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I will drive 50 miles to have a bite of their hamburger. It is so yummy! In fact, I have a craving for Portillo's almost every week and it's definitely worth the drive.
yelp.com - user review - 12/03/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Outside of Chicago, this is just purely the best. Hands down!Since my husband started me on the chicago hot dog addiction, I need my fill from time to time. I'm just glad we don't live tooo near...
yelp.com - user review - 11/30/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Get the Italian Beef.Seriously, my friend recommended it and said whenever she orders and someone takes a bite they always say, "That's really good! I should have ordered that." Add me on that list....
yelp.com - user review - 11/24/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Finally got around to trying this place this week. It holds it own for Chicago style dogs and grinders, but beware, this is greasy eating and you may not feel so great a few hours later, you decide...
yelp.com - user review - 11/16/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I have to say, I am a fan of Portillos. The Italian beef with peppers and cheese is awesome. Cheese fries are a must, and for some reason a root beer pairs nicely. The problem with this place is that...
yelp.com - user review - 11/14/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I love you. You delicious croissant with beef and cheese oozing all over my hands while I scarf you down. All the while shoving french fries in my mouth between bites of your gooey deliciousness...
yelp.com - user review - 11/09/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I moved out from Chicago back in 2003. I didn't miss the arctic cold. I didn't miss the flat landscape. I didn't miss my home, actually. What I did miss, however, was the food. With the exception...
yelp.com - user review - 11/08/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
So bf and were on a trip to find some fantastic grub after running a few errands this afternoon. We were in the Buena Park area when we past by Portillos, he told me he was meaning to check it out for...
yelp.com - user review - 11/01/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This place is a homerun, you really can't go wrong with whatever you order. I've now tried the chicago-style hot dog (must get EVERYTHING on it to fully experience), polish dog, italian sausage, beef...
yelp.com - user review - 10/28/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
bf & i LOOOOVE this place!we just discovered this past weekend & we've been there twice in a row.first visit we had the polish hotdog & chili dog. YUMMY! fries were A-OK but who cares! polish dog had...
yelp.com - user review - 10/27/2008
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1.0 of 5 stars.
it's a weird little restaurant but it's cute and different. they have a fairly large menu. hot dogs, chili dogs, fries, onion rings, hamburgers, beef sandwiches, salads, shakes ... all kinds of stuff....
yelp.com - user review - 10/26/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Save yourself some cash and go to Costco.The hot dogs at portillos taste exactly like costco.COSTCO:1.25 drink = you cant beat that!1Two weeks ago it was a bit cold so decided to hit up portillos to...
yelp.com - user review - 10/14/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
This has to be the greasiest Italian sausage I've ever had--the bun was just soaked, but the whole shebang tasted pretty good. The onion rings are standard Burger King-ish. The caramel pecan (formerly...
yelp.com - user review - 10/06/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
this is an awesome awesome place....i would have never entered here if my cousin didn't drag me in... Cousin: Wanna go to portillo's?Me: Is that mexican??...i don't like mexican food?Cousin: NO STUPID...
yelp.com - user review - 09/30/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
i took my boyfriend here last friday for the first time. it was my second time coming here and i remembered how good it was from the first time i came. We were in town for a business meeting at...
yelp.com - user review - 09/29/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Pilot friend of mine is originally from Chicago.He LOVES this place. So naturally, we tend to huddle here a lot for lunch whenever he's in town.Started my first time ordering their specialty: the...
yelp.com - user review - 09/27/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I had a hot dog and the Maxwell Street style Polish. I like the chicken club more. I recommend the Italian beef. Italian sausage was okay. The breaded chicken croissant is greasier than the...
yelp.com - user review - 09/23/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
This is one of my shorter reviews, until a return visit shall come about...Came here with Chris, Dan, David, and someone else I cannot recall.All I know is, if this is what's expected of Portillo's...
yelp.com - user review - 09/23/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
So far, the everything that I've tried here was so delicious.I've tried a Hot dog, an Italian Beef Sandwich, and a Dobuble Bacon Burger with cheese.Got some meat attack? TRY Portillo's!! :)
yelp.com - user review - 09/21/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Let me start by prefacing this review by saying that I am a Chicagoan, born and raised. I have lived in California since 2003, and this is as close to home as it gets out here. Let me also say that,...
yelp.com - user review - 09/11/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I loved their bacon cheeseburger, old fashion onion ring, french fries with cheese dip, melt and shakes.Everything is made to order, I brought a friend there and told her that after this meal, you'll...
yelp.com - user review - 09/03/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
BEST beef hot dog I've ever had...HONESTLY, cuz usu. all beef ones taste too salty or jus kinda weird, I usu. buy the other kind. Also had their BOMB ASS MALT... man it was so good. It was awesome and...
yelp.com - user review - 09/03/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This place has some freaking good hot dogs. I had 2 jumbo chili cheese dogs with onions and there were big. I also had some fries with it and those were some good fries. What's even better is that...
yelp.com - user review - 09/02/2008
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This is a chain from Chicago, IL that has only one or 2 locations in California--I'm blessed to have it somewhat within driving distance from L.A! I definitely recommend the Italian Beef sandwich with hot...
kudzu.com - user review - 08/21/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Portillos have really good sausage burgers and THAT IS THE TRUTH SON. They are open pretty late and have a drive thru, which makes things so much easier.Plus there's a Wal Mart right next to the place...
yelp.com - user review - 08/21/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Portillos! Why do you deny me a generous portion of hot peppers on my Italian Beef sandwich!!! I have a right to spicy goodness!!!
yelp.com - user review - 08/20/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This is my second here. I can't remember what I had the first time but I thought it was ok. Today I had their portillo and Maxwell Street Polish. I like the Maxwell a little better. But, It's quite...
yelp.com - user review - 08/19/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I've been here .... few times... about 10.. The hot dog is great, but it's a little over priced... I usually order jumbo chicago style dog, jumbo chili dog, onion rings and soft drink. The price...
yelp.com - user review - 08/18/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
man...i really should read my reviews before i go back to a place. definitely taking it down to 3 stars today, and for the same reason as my 11/9/07 update. though i couldn't taste the casing on the...
yelp.com - user review - 08/18/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The few months I lived in OC left me with a real sour taste in my mouth. When I found out there was a Portillo's here, it became my Sunday ritual - like going to church. The inside decor is just as...
yelp.com - user review - 08/14/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
So good! This is probably the best hot dog place in Orange County. Also, good fries and onion rings...and that's all I have to say.
yelp.com - user review - 08/14/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
After having my spirit crushed by lack of IMAX Batman, I came to the conclusion that only copious amounts of beef would set my mood right. But where to go? Racking my brain for beefy options near...
yelp.com - user review - 08/12/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Ask any Southern Californian who's originally from Chicago how they feel about Portillo's, and you'll doubtlessly hear of all the various ways to pack frozen beef sandwiches into carry-on luggage....
yelp.com - user review - 08/05/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This is by far the best hot dog in OC, and the italian beefs (asked for them extra dipped) are outstanding. I also like it because my sons and I can get the dogs, and the wife can get a salad; and...
yelp.com - user review - 08/04/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I almost got in a car accident when I was driving to the Kirkorian Theater and saw the familiar Portillo's sign ahead. Was it a mirage or did one of my favorite restaurant's from my hometown of...
yelp.com - user review - 07/29/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
UGH this just set my diet back a few weeks no doubt... but Portillo's, you were oh so worth it! The food was delicious but portions were not huge... The joint itself is the bastard child of a fast...
yelp.com - user review - 07/27/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Really great hot dog and great atmosphere. The hot dogs are Chicago style. Served with mustard, onions, (I got mine sans onion) tomatoes, chili peppers and a dill pickle on top of a poppy seed bun....
yelp.com - user review - 07/27/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Have been wanting to try Portillo's for a while now, finally went today for lunch with my cousins and aunt. The first thing I notice when I walk in was the great vibe and energy from the jammed pack...
yelp.com - user review - 07/17/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Beef and Cheddar crossiant, dry, with hot peppers. regular cheese fries and a coke. chocolate cake shake if i'm feeling zesty.that's my regular order all the time back in chicago. when i found out...
yelp.com - user review - 07/10/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Portillo's Italian Beef is ok. Their burgers and fries are better than delicious though. Sure beats McDonald's for the same price.
yelp.com - user review - 07/07/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Oh Portillos, how I have missed you. I was super excited to find out a Portillo's existed on the west coast. Now, just open a Dunkin Donuts over here, and it will be great! The Italian Beef is just...
yelp.com - user review - 06/22/2008
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This is the only Portillo's outside Chicago area. They are supposedly known for their "Great Hot Dogs." However, I think the hot dogs here are mediocre. In my opinion, Costco's hot dogs are better and bigger....
kudzu.com - user review - 06/18/2008
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Ate here a couple times and didn't like it so much. Hot dogs are alright but their chili cheese burgers were too much and me a little sick afterwards.
kudzu.com - user review - 06/17/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Portillo's "Where's the beef?".The first time I saw you I knew I had to have you. It was 2p.m. on a week day and there was a crowd of people standing outside. Your patio was full of customers. I went...
yelp.com - user review - 06/17/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Two words: ITALIAN BEEF! I lived in Chicago for four years and fell in love with Italian Beef sandwiches, Portillo's is the best in Chicago in my opinion (and I've tried them all), now we have a...
yelp.com - user review - 06/12/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
After the mud run, we were all famished. And what satisfies the hunger more than a big juicy weiner? One of the guys in our group, originally from Chicago (hard C), suggested this place. Only two...
yelp.com - user review - 06/11/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Portillo's is great!!!I have a local business near by so I eat here quite frequently. I've tried almost everything on the menu and i have no complaints on anything. My favorite hot dog is the...
yelp.com - user review - 06/05/2008
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Portillo's is a really great hot dog joint in Buena Park. My favorite thing to get is the Maxwell Street Polish on french bread(trust me. you HAVE to get it on french bread. WAY BETTER) with extra grilled...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/02/2008
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When this place opened up in the Buena Park Mall, it seemed like people couldn't get enough of it. There was always a long wait to get seated or even in the drive through. Now, it has slowed down a bit, but...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/01/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
We always love a good hot dog, whether it's grilling our own Hebrew Nationals on the charcoal grill or plunking down $1.50 at Costco. But we stay away from those chain restaurants with the running...
yelp.com - user review - 06/01/2008
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I've never really been a huge hot dog fan but once I tried Portillo's that completely changed. Their hot dogs are definitely unique and definitely not average. They put so many toppings on these things that...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/30/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
After living in California for two months I was dying for a good hot dog or beef. I had heard about Portillo's being out here and made the drive to Buena Park to check it out.Thank goodness I did.I...
yelp.com - user review - 05/25/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The Italian Beef Sausage Hot Dogs are bomb diggity! You have to try it with the extra toppings!!! One of the best hot dogs ever and then wash it down with a gallon of free soda refills! The patio is...
yelp.com - user review - 05/09/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Don't really understand the hype.......or the droves of people...but to each his own I guess...but maybe its all about the burgers and the salads, whic I have yet to try.I have heard people rave about...
yelp.com - user review - 05/05/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Great Italian Beef sandwiches!! And if you want a real Chicago-style hot dog... look no further. Delicious!!!
yelp.com - user review - 05/04/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Perhaps the decor feels more authentic in Illinois. Out here it feels like TGIF's. It's interesting the first time, I dunno about subsequent visits. I tried a chili dog, and the Beef-n-Cheddar...
yelp.com - user review - 04/29/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I really like this place! The Italian Beef and Hot Dogs are yyyuuuuuuummmmmmmmmyyyyyyyyyy :) super greasy, but whatever. Gotta love when it comes from the windy city :)
yelp.com - user review - 04/29/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
i dont know what the hype is about thier hot dogs. one of my friends hyped this place up so much so i tried the hot dog and asked him , "what's so special about this? is it the casing ? the chilli...
yelp.com - user review - 04/27/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Lunch on Fridays can be pretty tricky. You have to leave extra early because every good to decent eateries can be very busy. I have heard of this place from Yelp and decided to give it a try. Since...
yelp.com - user review - 04/13/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I thought I was going to have a seizure when I first entered this place. I was extremely confused by the layout and there were about 4 different ways to order - or to not. Anyway, after figuring out...
yelp.com - user review - 04/11/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Portillos in IL= awesomePortillos in CA= not so muchNot sure where they've gone wrong here, maybe the service?maybe the food?? Both things are lacking, but the biggest difference between the CA...
yelp.com - user review - 04/11/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
If you don't like Portillo's, something is definitely wrong with you. I've lived in the OC for the past 7 years and every time I go home to Chicago, I head straight to Portillo's and get a beef...
yelp.com - user review - 04/05/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Went to SoCal recently and it just so happens that I run into this Portillo's place. They had the best burgers I've had in a long time. I actually was tired and didn't want to get out so I took drive...
yelp.com - user review - 03/30/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Mmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmm Yummmy!That's all I gotta say! This is the place to go for a piece of Chicago....their signature Italian Beef, YUMMY! And the Hot Dogs are yummy! If you need some Chicken, then...
yelp.com - user review - 03/24/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This place confused me at first - is it fast food or is it a restaurant? And then I realized it was a glorified fast food joint. Apparently they are famous in chicago for their chicago dogs. Indeed...
yelp.com - user review - 03/17/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I've been here several times before but still don't really get the hype. I mean, I like hot dogs as much as the next person and this is pretty good for fast food, but I wouldn't travel miles and miles...
yelp.com - user review - 03/16/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Cakeshake ? a shake with a whole piece of chocolate cake blended inside the shake.Garbage Salad ? eh?Italian Beef Sandwich dipped in gravy ? Amazing!trust me on this one.just try it.
yelp.com - user review - 03/09/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I was really confused what to do when I walked into the place, but figured out how the place worked eventually. You go towards the back of the restaurant to order and then pick your food up more...
yelp.com - user review - 03/09/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
beef sandwich yum! like a philly cheese steak but from chicago....and i always get their strawberry shortcake for dessert...soo close to my home, so i take it for granted and dont go as often as i...
yelp.com - user review - 03/09/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I've been twice now in a span of a week. Both times I got the Big (Italian) Beef and the Jumbo (Chicago) Dog. First time I got sweet peppers on the beef, which I chose to omit on the 2nd visit since...
yelp.com - user review - 03/08/2008
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The best hot dogs around, the cheeseburgers are great, and don't get me started on the chocolate cake. I also love the roast beef combos and the Chicken Salad is not bad either. The service is great and the...
citysearch.com - user review - 03/03/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Reminds me of Chicago! Great Italian beef sandwiches and sausage dogs! The overall menu of this place is simple: Comfort food with a flair! I consider this the fine dining of fast food! Their service...
yelp.com - user review - 02/28/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Portillo's is a fun place to have a quick bite to eat. They have all kinds of hot dogs and sausages which are all pretty good. They also have burgers and chicken burgers. The fries are crinkle cut...
yelp.com - user review - 02/28/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
For a fast food place the food is pretty good. Chicago style food, they have good hotdogs and the Italian beef is really good. Not for people who are trying to reduce their waistline.
yelp.com - user review - 02/25/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Preface: STAY AWAY IF YOU ARE ON ANY SORT OF DIET OR ARE TRYING TO LOSE WEIGHT! :) Finally, a true Chicago restaurant that serves a great Italian beef sandwich. I SO wish there was a Portillos in the...
yelp.com - user review - 02/20/2008
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1.0 of 5 stars.
i went here like 5 times before i had the WORST experience. I was waiting for my food, so i went to the restroom to wash my hands. Every time i go out to eat and see an employee in the restroom, i...
yelp.com - user review - 02/20/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Did Mussolini eat Italian beef? If Portillos existed in his time, he would have eaten their daily. The Italian beef is outstanding. My daughter nibbled on the Charred Chicken Sandwich and mumbled how...
yelp.com - user review - 02/17/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
i actually give it a 2and a half, but since it doesn't have halves i guess i gotta give it a 3.hot dogs are dinky.hamburgers are just like all the other hamburgers out there.chili fries are damn tiny....
yelp.com - user review - 02/13/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
After trying one in Chicago, wanted to check this one out, and we were not disappointed. Very reasonably priced and delicious, just don't expect it to be healthy ;). Now if they only had one in OC.
yelp.com - user review - 02/06/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
This is my second visit to Portillos, and unfortunately I have to ding them one star for a total of 3. Why?Well, food in Chicago is awesome. The pizza, the hot dogs, etc. True, Portillos originated...
yelp.com - user review - 02/04/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Went to this place last year and as a fan of regional fast food this was quite a treat. For years I've read about Chicago style hot dogs and Italian Beef sandwiches. Outside of going to Chicago this...
yelp.com - user review - 01/30/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Man, I loved this place! I think a lot of it had to do with the fact that it totally exceeded my expectations. My boyfriend and I were in Buena Park running an errand and all of a sudden I got...
yelp.com - user review - 01/16/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Italian Beef, the best beef sandwich ever can be found here.Just get the Italian Beef and the Hot Dog. Everything else pales in comparison.The italian beef put's LA's French Dip to shame. It's so...
yelp.com - user review - 01/15/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
So this is Portillo's. I wasn't too impressed. It is a bit pricy, and for the taste, I didn't notice anything that stimulated my normal taste buds. It's good, but not great. I don't know how to...
yelp.com - user review - 01/05/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This is a childfriendly casual family eatery. My first visit at the Chicago location prompted our anticipation for the opening in Orange County. DH had the Italian beef sandwich which he LOVED and...
yelp.com - user review - 01/04/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Portillo's is a pleasant surprise located somewhat in the middle of nowhere. I had no idea what or where this place was until a friend of mine (raised in Chicago - trust me, the guy gripes about not...
yelp.com - user review - 01/02/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I have only been to the drive though at Portillo's (several times), but their hot dogs are really good. My husband got a chicken sandwich and was less impressed but we both enjoyed the hot dogs.
yelp.com - user review - 12/26/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
As a Chicago native, I feel it is my duty to properly inform those who have reviewed and those who will eat at Portillo's. First of all, I was born and raised in Chicago, but am currently a Long...
yelp.com - user review - 12/26/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Chicagoan's rejoiced when an outpost of their very own opened up in California. Throngs of faithful diners lined up non-stop to relish one of the things they missed most, the Chicago hot dog. Even...
yelp.com - user review - 12/13/2007
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On my last visit to the city of Chicago, I sampled different Italian beef and combo sandwiches and all of them were great. When I found out that the Chicago based Portillo's had a restaurant in Buena Park, my...
citysearch.com - user review - 12/12/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Portillos. I knew that name looked familiar! I was driving by after shopping with the girls and I thought... "That name looks familiar!" Well I had seen it on Yelp when I was searching for local digs,...
yelp.com - user review - 12/11/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Not too bad. I think it's seriously overrated though. I've come here just once and never had the urge to go back there ever again.
yelp.com - user review - 12/03/2007
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1.0 of 5 stars.
I vaguely remembered reading a review on OC Weekly about this place and how great the hot dogs were. The restaurant was originally started in Illinois and we're so lucky to have it in Southern Cal,...
yelp.com - user review - 11/24/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Funny how the only CA location for a Portillo's is in Buena Park. Not Los Angeles, not even Anaheim, but Buena Park. I suppose it was cheaper for them to put it there.Food's good but not too filling...
yelp.com - user review - 11/21/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
There's a sandwich called the Italian Beef which, unless you've lived in the Chicagoland area, you've never had before. It's hot sliced beef between two pieces of Italian bread. Simple enough, but...
yelp.com - user review - 11/21/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Yum yum yum...Casual dining. I take a local client here all the time. The combo hot dogs are awesome. They're spicy, so it was perfect. The chilly cheese fries were full of taste too. Price was...
yelp.com - user review - 11/20/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
i don't like hot dogs. one hot dog never fills me up so i will have to eat definitely more than one. i don't know how many hot dogs will take to make this little tummy of mine but i don't really want...
yelp.com - user review - 11/11/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Arteries be damned, It's Portillo's time!A native Chicago 'burbian and burgeoning Californian, I silly danced when the first murmurings of a Portillo's California began to surface. Of course it's...
yelp.com - user review - 11/01/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I was dying to try this place out and since I was in town, might as well swing by. I rolled here with Big Rick after going to the Long Beach Marathon to cheer our friend Jill on. You order almost...
yelp.com - user review - 10/25/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
A big fat greasy mess...but you'll eat it up. Eat too much and you'll probably die an early death.Favorite thing to eat there are the combo (their italian beef sandwich with a sausage in the middle)....
yelp.com - user review - 10/10/2007
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2.0 of 5 stars.
d*mn, i spent $18 to validate my theory...there's one and only one thing good in the city of buena park and portillo's ain't it!!!if you want to know what that "one and only one" is, see my profile.
yelp.com - user review - 10/02/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
great pizza, great chili dogs, and wonderful fries.
yelp.com - user review - 10/01/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
How appropriate that Portillo's is my first "review." I don't know if I give it 5 stars for the food or the temporary cure that it gives to my Chicago homesickness, but it's definitely 5 stars to me....
yelp.com - user review - 09/21/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Greasy. Good. Huge. Heart attack. But it's all worth it.
yelp.com - user review - 09/12/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Leave your diet at the door. If you've never been to Chicago, this is the place to get a taste of it. Portillo's is all over the Chicago metro area, and visiting the Buena Park location is a way to...
yelp.com - user review - 09/07/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Having lived in the Chicago area for a while, I had never heard of Portillo's . But, I have had good Italian Beef sandwiches, and this one was really good. Everything looked really good , and it was...
yelp.com - user review - 09/04/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
If you're not on a diet, keep reading. Think PINKS coupled with midwest culture. We drove 30 miles from downtown LA. Here are the following menu suggestions: portillo's hot dog with everything (no...
yelp.com - user review - 09/03/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
After months of wanting to sink my teeth into an italian beef sandwich and get my hands on a Chicago dog...I finally convinced my wife to joing me on a run to Buena Park and check this place out. We...
yelp.com - user review - 09/03/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Hot dog and caeser's salad. the caesar's had a lot of dressing in it. other than that, i thoroughly enjoyed the my simply done right hot dog lunch. and hell yeahh for drive thrus..
yelp.com - user review - 08/29/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I first went to Portillo's when I visited my best friend in chicago. She immediately knew I was gonna like Portillo's. Its soo DAMN GOOD! Try their Italian beef, Beef and Sausage Combo, Maxwell Street...
yelp.com - user review - 08/21/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Like many others have said , this place is a heart attack waiting to happen!The only thing I've found that I keep going back for is the Italian beef with sweet peppers. The spinach and strawberry...
yelp.com - user review - 08/17/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Fabulous. Don't go there if you plan on dieting or losing weight. But it's truly worth the few extra pounds. If you like pastrami sandwiches and hot dogs, you'll probably LOVE this place.
yelp.com - user review - 08/14/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Its soooo good... and does remind me of when I lived in Chicago. Reminds me of my apartment near Michigan Avenue and I could walk to the Portillo's on Ontario Street. Ahhh.... and its slightly wrong...
yelp.com - user review - 08/13/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I encountered a strange sense of pride when I was waiting on my ever-dog and Beef-hot at Portillo's and I realized that I had been to almost 10 of their locations, mostly in the Chicago-land area....
yelp.com - user review - 08/09/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I enjoy their chili dogs. I usually eat at the one in Downers Grove, IL, when I'm there. I found the service to be pretty quick even though it was busy. Excellent value.
yelp.com - user review - 08/07/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I had never been here before and I was impressed !This place has good food at a great price. We spent about as much as if we had gone to the Carl's Jr. across the street.I had a sausage and beef...
yelp.com - user review - 08/03/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Greasy, but really really good.I had the beef/sausage sandwich "combo" sweet/hot/wet and it was tasty.I went last night for the very first time and already want to go back.Definitely stop here if...
yelp.com - user review - 08/02/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Identical-looking, Hawaiian-shirted 40-something gay couples; deeply middle-class families; the elderly. A ridiculous-looking Orlando-style themed restaurant (theme: Chicago city block?)... surprised...
yelp.com - user review - 07/29/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Portillo's Italian Beef.. dipped in the Au jus... hot and sweet peppers.. and a big icy schooner of beer.. HEAVEN.Go to Portillo's for a warm, fatty meal that will comfort you like fat aunt Annie's...
yelp.com - user review - 07/25/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
So apparently there are tons of Portillo's restaurants out in Chicago. Owner Dick Portillo decided to open one in Southern California. Buena Park to be exact. While I'm grateful he chose Buena...
yelp.com - user review - 07/22/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Forget Nathans , or Pink;s..Portillos is the place to be for Hot Dogs............. Salad section is good too..!!Best Hot Dogs!!! hands down..get the regular hot dog. dont get teh jumbo.. its not as...
yelp.com - user review - 07/19/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I just went here for lunch with a co-worker, since he mentioned the hot dogs were really good. For my first time being here, I got confused where to order (first counter on the left is to order...
yelp.com - user review - 07/17/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This place is the mecca for the food that cardiologists bans you from eating. I've eaten here on several occasions and their cheese fries are by far my favorites. Their crinkle cut fries always come...
yelp.com - user review - 07/17/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I was so sad when I moved out here and realized I couldn't find anywhere that sold an Italian beef, let alone a good one. It's one of the mainstays back home, like gyros or Chicago-style dogs, that I...
yelp.com - user review - 07/09/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Good stuff. Despite the long lines, the Hot Dogs (poslish sausage and its other names) are very good here. So is the italian beef sandwhich. The onion rings and their ranch dressing is also good...
yelp.com - user review - 07/03/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
My Coworker told me about this place because she's from Chicago and totally raved about the food. I was born in Chicago but don't remember much since I was really young. I decided to take a trek out...
yelp.com - user review - 06/18/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I grew up about 45 minutes from downtown Chicago and I love this place! Simply put in 2 words or less, great food. I like their dcor too. Different locations have different themes from the...
yelp.com - user review - 06/05/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Never been to Chicago. so i don't know this is authentic or not.Been here few times. I can't find anything special here. atmosphere maybe??After reading reviews, I had Italian beef onion rings ...
yelp.com - user review - 05/28/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Seems to be 2 listings on Yelp for this place but I chose this one. Stopped here with a friend on the way to Weenie Roast at Verizon Amphitheatre. This is a Chicago style joint where my friend is...
yelp.com - user review - 05/20/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
It's just a hot dog.... Right? WRONG! Well actually right... you can get a hot dog this good at a lot of places! Now the Italian Beef... this is straight from Chicago! So skip the dogs and get...
yelp.com - user review - 05/17/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
YES the benefit of Italian Beef sandwiches is the sogginess! The only way to eat a beef is to get it dipped - that's dipped in the juices, my friend, so the bread completely falls apart and gets all...
yelp.com - user review - 05/17/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Italian beef sandwich, oh, how I love you.Leaving the Chicago weather behind when I decided to move from my hometown to LA was easy. Saying goodbye to my friends and family and going to a completely...
yelp.com - user review - 05/01/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Unhealthy. To the core. Your arteries will harden just by waiting in line and looking at its customers. There is a 300 lb limit---you must weigh at least that to appreciate the dipped beef sandwiches....
yelp.com - user review - 04/23/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Best hot dogs and beef and cheddar crossant! You have to try the hot dog even though the mix looks weird, it tastes amazing in your mouth! Other good buys are the cheese fries, strawberry shortcake...
yelp.com - user review - 04/20/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I find it funny that while I was living in the Chicago suburbs I was never really fond of Portillos and there were 3 of them within a 5 mile radius of where I lived. There were other places around...
yelp.com - user review - 04/16/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
If God was a sandwich, he'd be a Big Beef with hot peppers and extra gravy.I make the 70-mile-round-trip trek from Burbank to Buena Park at least twice a month to stuff my piehole and increase my...
yelp.com - user review - 04/02/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Hot dogs from Portillo's are simply FANTASTIC. However, the goodness from Portillo's don't just end at the dogs. You really have to venture beyond the dogs to truly appreciate this restaurant.I first...
yelp.com - user review - 03/26/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I've had hotdogs in NY, Chicago, and the street corners of Hollywood and the Staples center, so Portillo is worth a try. Good dogs, great BURGERS, interesting decorations...It's near Knotts berry...
yelp.com - user review - 03/23/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Love the place. Just wondering if anyone knows what brand those hot peppers they put on the sandwiches are? I think its Marconi, cant be sure. Also is the correct term for those peppers...
yelp.com - user review - 03/20/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I LOVE PORTILLO"SGreat dogs, great beef sandwiches. Go, you'll love it.As for the guy who keeps posting the same negative story over and over again to intentionally bring down the restaurant's...
yelp.com - user review - 03/19/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Ok. So I ate here a lot back when I lived in Chicago. I thought I'd try it again when passing through Anaheim on the way back to sunny SD.First, ignore the idiot ranting below about an unrelated...
yelp.com - user review - 03/16/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
If I had just had the italian beef sandwich here, and nothing else on the menu, I'd probably be part of the 5 star mafia for this place.Sadly, I tried a burger here once, as well as a hot dog.And I...
yelp.com - user review - 02/27/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Never been to Chicago in my life. The only two things I know about food in Chicago are deep dish pizza and their beefy Polish sausage hot dogs.Stereotypical of me to assume you can get it by ordering...
yelp.com - user review - 02/27/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
There's only two things to get: italian beef or hotdogs. If you get anything else, you're definitely not from chicago (except for lent- their pepper n egg rocks!). I did get the pepper n egg today and...
yelp.com - user review - 02/21/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
i really love their italian beef with peppers but its hard on my tummy. be wary, its really really greasy [GREEZY!!!!!!!] their fries aren't so bad either. i'm glad this place is right up the...
yelp.com - user review - 02/21/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
In my Chicago review of this, I stated that I got really, really fat from having this nearby.Fortunately for my health, this one is about 40 miles away and has become a once per month or so treat.I've...
yelp.com - user review - 01/31/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
We are going to lunch at Portillo's today and my mouth is already watering thinking about it. My husband and I were beyond excited when we heard about this Chicago chain opening a store in So Cal....
yelp.com - user review - 01/28/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The best Italian beef sandwich in this area, but the food that really got me hooked on this place is the crossiant beef sandwich that's dipped in their delicious gravy. The price, however, keeps it...
yelp.com - user review - 01/27/2007
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A real Chicago feel! Good hot dogs but not Great! Love the environment and atmostphere. Real casual. Spicy beef sandwich was good but not as spicy as the one in Chicago. I would come back to try other items on...
citysearch.com - user review - 01/23/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Based on food alone, an easy 4-star experience...that is, unless you're a die hard vegan or even a fruitarian. Meat's the name of the game here and their sandwiches and sausages are awesome. I think...
yelp.com - user review - 12/30/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
For Chicago Hot Dog connoisseurs -- Portillo's is your spot. If you're in the OC regardless, the food is great, wide variety on the menu and all at just above McD's pricing.But yes, Chicagoans are...
yelp.com - user review - 12/22/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Best hot dogs in Orange County. Try their original and big beef.
yelp.com - user review - 12/12/2006
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Born and raised in the burbs of Chicago (like Villa Park, IL) where Portillo's got its start. Everything on their menu is a signature Portillo item. Of course the Hot Dogs with everything plus sport peppers....
citysearch.com - user review - 11/13/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Being from Chicago, this is about as close as I can get to a Chicago Dog, a Chicago Style Polish and the like. The Portillo's Restaurant Chain has been a Chicago Mainstay for years so driving out to...
yelp.com - user review - 10/29/2006
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3.0 of 5 stars.
ehhh, i thought the italian beef sandwich was ok. i liked it with gravy on the side, so the bun doesn't get all soggy. the onion rings are one of the best i've had. the chicago hot dog was...
yelp.com - user review - 10/27/2006
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They have everything! Hotdogs, hamburgers, salads, fish, etc!I love the atmosphere! You can't explain it, you just need to go there!
citysearch.com - user review - 09/11/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I've been here a few times and I've been very pleased with what I've gotten. Actually. I am kind of craving this place now. The portions or more like super sized fast food portions and thats...
yelp.com - user review - 08/25/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Hmm. Portillos this is a tough one. I wasn't sure if i should give it three or four stars, but as you can see i gave it four because so many people seem to like it and i'm only stating my opinion not...
yelp.com - user review - 08/23/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
OK, now Portillos is HOME for me, I'm a Chicagoan and THIS is REAL Italian Beef!I'm warning you now, if you pronounce it "POR-TEE-OS" in front of me, I'm punching you in the front teeth. It's...
yelp.com - user review - 08/19/2006
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3.0 of 5 stars.
i honestly dont know why this place is ranked so high. ive only been there a couple times but i found the food to be so so and the prices a little on the high side. its decent but not great.
yelp.com - user review - 07/16/2006
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Although there's quite a bit of seating, there's always the need for people to take a look at which tables'll open up sooner than others so that a family can get a place to sit while eating there. The...
judysbook.com - user review - 04/16/2006
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Although there's quite a bit of seating, there's always the need for people to take a look at which ...
judysbook.com - user review - 04/16/2006
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2.0 of 5 stars.
A great Italian beef sandwich place in LA straight out of Chicago. A little bit expensive for a sandwich but totally worth it cause its the only one in town.
yelp.com - user review - 03/26/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I've never been to chicago but I want to move there now just from eating here at portillo's. You haven't had a hot dog until you've come here. The staff members are even from chicago. It's like being...
yelp.com - user review - 03/10/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The ambience of the place is fun, decorated with Chicago memorabilia on the walls and high ceilings. To me it felt even a little upscale for the casual food they serve, but that's not a complaint....
yelp.com - user review - 01/06/2006
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