Fat Johnnie's Famous Red Hots

7242 S Western Ave, Chicago, Illinois 60686 USA

124 Reviews

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Closed Now

Opens Sat 11a

Independent
Credit Cards
not Accepted
Pet Friendly
Wheelchair
Accessible
No Wifi

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“red hots that can't be beat!”

This dog dive (a local favorite for over 40 years) is a true south side institution! You place your order at a proper old-school dog window that's eight feet wide. They don't have a fryer; instead they use a steam-table. They've got all sorts of riffs on the Chicago dog, most including chili and tamales- like The Mother-in-Law. The red hots are outstanding! Featured on No Reservations!

Reviewed by
Annie R.

April 20, 2024

This is a "traveling show", taking all the set-ups to places and events. The owner is super friendly and always kind. The dogs and buns are best quality - she learned from the original Fat... Read more

Reviewed by
Eric M.

April 16, 2024

Let me start with this... I have been going to Fat Johnny's since I was a kid and I'm almost 60 and I have yet to get a bad meal. Yes it's merely a small hotdog stand type of joint but they crank... Read more

Reviewed by
Craig K.

April 20, 2024

One of the best hot dogs I've ever had. unique food items and the staff was friendly and super helpful. The owners daughter actually sat and talked with us on her break or end of shift which was... Read more

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