Boss Dawgz

We stopped for lunch at Boss Dawgz. Hubby had the Chili Boss and I went with the Chicago Style, a classic. The homemade buns are like none other, so fresh and soft, and the fries…chef’s kiss. Boss Dawgs has 30+ creative varieties of hot dogs plus specials and also Italian beef, brats and Polish sausage. Their buns are made daily in house from scratch, as is their chili for chili dogs. They have the best fresh-cut fries, too. I highly recommend a visit if you venture to the Chicago west burbs. The owner William is personable and we loved talking to him. He cares about his food and customers.

I’m here for a major fighting game tournament and this place was delicious. Great service, when I decided I wanted a second dog after finishing my first and fries, he gave me the two dog meal deal price to save me money! Most importantly, the cook roasted my friend for wanting to eat at the hotel instead of come here! 10/10 will return.

Trust me there is a hotdogs under those toppings... and it is amazing! Great guys working the counter, clean, and welcoming. Every ingredient had great from scratch fresh flavor and was not greasy. The fries were crispy and hand cut. The best part is the bun, homemade and the perfect vessell for the great toppings.

Went here for the first time. Customer service was amazing, we were greeted as soon as we walked in. They were making fresh buns, the place was great. The prices were actually pretty good , and the food was 10/10. Chili chz fries were great, super loaded!

Stop here, you will not be disappointed. This is the family friendly, but also real and raw environment you wish you had in your local hot dog joint. Pro tip: Get the boss classic and the old chicago, tip a LOT of money….thanks boss dawgz!

Best place in the suburbs to get original and real Chicago dawgs - with some of the best fries that are perfectly golden. This is a staple favorite to find good dawgs for anyone visiting or local.

This place is the definition of a hidden gem! Such a fantastic menu full of interesting combinations and rotating weekly specials. I tried the Cicero and Chicago dogs. They were hands down some of the best hot dogs that I’ve ever had; the dogs themselves have a really good snap and the toppings were very fresh. Every single fry was crispy and delicious. Prices were very reasonable as well. Best yet, the owner was incredibly kind, good humored, and welcoming. Good seating inside and outside. Whether you’re just passing through or are a local, do yourself a favor and stop into this place!

Great selection of delicious hot dogs, super friendly staff, and a nice American-style place. I only wish they served beer too — that would have made both me and the staff even happier!

This place never ceases to amaze me! When my local all-purpose fast food drive-thru joint closed last year, I despaired of ever getting a decent brat again. And then, I figured out that maybe my favorite hot dog stand would have one on the menu, the only question being "would I like it?" Well, let me tell you, it's BETTER than my former favorite, featuring a fluffy poppyseed bun, nicely spiced Duesseldorf mustard, the best kraut this old Bohemian has ever tasted, and a perfectly charred bratwurst of incredible quality. Besides which, the sandwich serves as a great excuse to have some of their fantastic fries. The service is quick, spot on and friendly, and even though I don't get here as often as I like, they ALWAYS remember me. One more time: I love this place. You will too!

Keep in mind, products are all beef ~ may have a slightly different taste. However, that first bite, with the snap of the casing, was pure delight. In the future, I would probably ask if the bun could be sliced on the side rather than the top ~ that might have made it slightly less messy for me to eat. Brat came with fries which was enough for 2 people. If you dine in, your order comes up on a small tray and placed on top of the counter where you order. Dine in area is small. Just inside the front door are tables for larger groups and then down the hall there are 4 tables for 2. There are picnic tables outside, but only 2 have umbrellas and there is no shade. Staff could not have been any friendlier and came to check if I had enjoyed what I had ordered. That's a big " yes" and take plenty of napkins.

My buddy wanted to try this place after a round of golf at Seven Bridges and I'm glad we did! The owner was really nice, giving some recommendations on the popular menu items since there were so many to choose from. I'm all about spicy foods so the nagito sriracha dog caught my attention; awesome blend of flavors on a hot dog that really worked. The in-house garlic sriracha sauce was fantastic, going to need to get that recipe some day. Will be coming back again for the other menu items - Best, Charlie

I apologize for the cliche, but to me this place is indeed "a slice of Americana". This owner has a very nice set-up. Easy to pull in and out of, a quaint building, and the layout reminds me of an old style drive-up. It was a very nice day, with a nice group of families enjoying a casual lunch. Order to go, eat inside, eat outside, it's all good. It was my first time here, so I actually let the couple in front of me go first, while I studied the plethora of dog and sausage creations. I decided on the Boss Classic and the Jalapeño Cheddar Brat. The bun was fresh (he takes pride in his buns, which is nice), and the dogs and fries were quite tasty. There are so many options available, that I would feel compelled to try something different on every future visit. Wonderful people and a well organized ordering and assembly process. It's a bit of a drive for me, but I'll be back.

Driving up I already loved the vibe there's lots of outdoor picnic table seating and string lights next to their big sign and I noticed how clean all the tables were. Stepping inside we started checking out the menu there were so many items that sounded amazing! The owner William was in and he was super friendly and helpful explained the menu all the combo deals and great recommendations. I had to go with the boss beef (a delicious Italian beef sandwich dipped and topped with their flavorful spicy giardiniera) it comes with a generous pile of fries which we opted out of since we also ordered a dawgz combo which includes two signature dawgz fries and a drink. Again went with the recs and was not disappointed! I love this place everyone has as so fun and had a great energy! I'll definitely stop again when I'm back in town

The owner works the counter! Excellent fries which are handcut and double fried. Genuine Maxwell Street Polish dogs. Indoor and outdoor seating. Great place to bring kids. Clean bathroom. Reasonable prices. Spicy chili. So good.

Highlights: & Came for Chicago hot dogs, and Boss Dawgz became my new go-to! & Amazing, amazing service, easily top ten service I received all year (2024) & Family fun ambiance Ambiance/Service: A few weeks before Christmas, it was all decorated. With the kids drawings on display, it had a vibe like someone invited me to their home. Sure it's a place of business and i paid money for the food, though the vibe of the place is a familiar hospitality. When I was there, a lady walked in and as soon as she was in the doorway, the owner greeted her by name and asked if she wanted her usual (she did). Food: & Das Brat - so good! It's advertised as "char-grilled" and it was definitely charred. This is on me, though I should have asked for it to be less charred. 4/5 & Maxwell Street Polish - same char-grilled comment as for Das Brat, and overall so delicious. I had been waiting six months for a proper polish sausage and this was so worth the wait! 4/5 & Corn dog - this was one of the rotating items on the menu, though I'd have to say this was a disappointment. Compared to the Boss Classic or the Boss Dawg, it was so small and dry. Skip the corn dog and get a Boss Classic. 1/5 & Boss Classic - it's like a Chicago dog but with added personality and creativity. The Mayo is a great addition. Loved this one! 5/5 & We also got a Old Chicago or Chicago Style. Whichever it was, it was awesome! 5/5

Hot dogs done right. The staff is quick and you can get in and out in a hurry! I will be back

I wouldn't normally rate a hot dog place but this isn't a normal hot dog place. The owner is seriously obsessed with food quality, ingredients, and creativity. The dogs and fries are amazing. But what sets them apart are all the other high quality ingredients and menu specials--from hand dipped corn dogs to scratch meatloaf. Start off easy with a signature dog combo, a charred polish, or beef sammy, and explore from there.

This place is awesome. Workers/cooks are super friendly and outgoing and explain all the hotdogs on the menu. Hotdogs are tasty and it's their own recipe for the dogs and buns I'm pretty sure. Was here on a Monday during lunch and it was fairly crowded. I'll be back.

The best hot dog I ever had with Great service. I heard about this place from local facebook group and didn't believe what so special this place is. I never expected such a good food and be surprised.

Fantastic and fun! Walked in and was greater by a large man behind the counter, at first glance I was a bit nervous, turns out he's the owner, most accommodating and friendly guy ever!!!! Dog combos are so creative and delicious. Recommend the one with the crushed hot Cheetos for sure hard to find tough to beat.

Boss Dawgz is the perfect place to go enjoy over 20 different types of hotdog! You can either take a single dawg or do a combo of two. They have indoor and outdoor seating which is perfect on a pleasant day. I got the week special which was a Caribbean Boss Dawg. Boss dawg with bacon and charred pineapple! The combo comes with large fries and a drink. Fries are well seasoned and better than fast food restaurant standards. On a side note they have a fun activity to keep the kids engaged. A drawing of the hotdog which kids can color into based on their liking.

This was a fabulous surprise. I was looking for standard, hot dog stand and this is more like French chef creates American nostalgia.

Wow I drove a long way to try this place with the honest review wow best hot dogs ever the place is so nice and clean too many choices but I pick the Chicago style yum I finished everything the fries best ever had the cook asked me did I like it I said I loved it wow did taste the one my son had 2 wow so good the ambiance very friendly clean and very nice service

Great place for a specialty Hot Dog with home cut fries. Pricey but what isn't now! Service was great!

My coworker recommended this place for the best hot dog she's had in awhile! Great food and everyone was so nice!

The two guys running the place were very down to earth and friendly. They took care of me right away. Their food is amazingly amazing. The buns were fresh and soft. Their Chicago dog and Maxwell Polish were spot on. The Identity Crisis was a perfect vegetarian version of a Chicago dog. The fries were crisp and tasty. Food-wise, this was quality, elevated fast food. And the prices are reasonable for food of this quality. Overall, this place rocks to the spiral arm! Boss Dawgs is a boss place for boss food!

First time at Boss Dawgs and impressed by the staff! The gentleman that took and made my order was super cool and stayed the chili and buns are made in house! I ordered the Chili Boss hot dog and it was great! The chili had lots of flavor and had a kick to it. The bun was so soft and the homemade French fries that came with the hot dog were delicious! I'll be back to try more!

There is no place better. Quality ingredients, creative combinations, and a genuine passion for service and community. Yep, I'm talking about a hotdog joint. Great Chicago style hotdogs, sausage, and beef. But it doesn't stop there. Chef has created many unique flavor combinations that are amazing and there are always specials that have you scratching your head, but once you try them, you're in heaven.

Great food, friendly staff, and a nice simple menu without insane pricing. They do hotdogs and do them well. I tried the boss classic and a family member tried the chili boss. Both were very good but the boss classic is really a homerun and their fries are killer. I'm excited to try their other options, will definitely be back.

Boss Dawgz has consistently served great dogs, uncomplicated menu, the homemade buns, fresh cut fries are second to none, and reasonable prices, I never leave hungry, if I had one complaint it would be toooo many carroway seeds in the kraut, keep up the amazing job

This was probably my 4th or 5th time coming here. I like the variety of hot dogs, brats, and beef. I haven't tried the brats or Italian beef but the hot dogs I've tried are all very tasty. This time I did the 3 hot dogs and French fries combo with a side of cheese. I had it to go. Just to clarify, it came in a styrofoam container but nothing melted. French fries were not soggy and container of cheese did not melt. Yeah that reviewer does not know what he's talking about. Staff was very nice. They treat you like family. Plenty of seating. Prices were not expensive. -blu bayou - 5/5 - perfectly charred, hot sauce gave it a mild kick. Mushrooms gave it a savory flavor. -boss chili mac dawg 5/5 - different interpretation of the chili dog but with mac and cheese added. Great choice. -want you to want me - 5/5 - flamin hot doritos gave the hot dog a nice crunch -French fries - 5/5 - crispy and fresh.

I love a good Chicago style hot dog and found this place while searching for lunch. It was my first-time in the Lisle area and dining at Boss Dawgz and it didn't disappoint. There is adequate parking as well which is always a plus. Also, it's inexpensive and not too far from the Benedictine University. Boss Dawgz doesn't look like much from the outside but those are the type of places with amazing tasting food. Although not very big, there is seating inside. We sat inside, you order your food first and then pick it up when it's done. We ordered the Boss Original Glizzy ("OG") Street Dawg that came with 100% all beef hot dog, yellow mustard, peppers, tomatoes, and salt. I ordered it w/o celery. The meal comes with a regular order of fresh cut fries, and I ordered them well done. The hot dog was good, the bun was so light and fluffy, not soggy at all. The bun was bigger than the hot dog though. The fries were delicious, you can't go wrong with fresh cut fries. Overall, I would recommend if you're a college student looking tasty, inexpensive meal or traveling in the area and want a tasty Chicago style hot dog without all the hassle of the big city.

Wow! Great food and great service! We got two lil dawgs, Chicago style dog and a beef sandwich without the bread.. all were made quickly and very well! Thank you for the hospitality!

Amazing food. Love all the varieties of hotdogs - I did the classic which was so yummy, but every type of hotdog that my family and I ordered were delicious. Fresh cut fries were amazing. And the butter cake is delicious. The service was also incredible. I'm pretty sure the owner was making the hot dogs, and he was incredibly friendly and helpful. We will definitely be adding this to our list of favorites.

I can't believe it's the first time I'm going there. One of the best dogs I had for a long time! The fries are the best fries I had! I love small places that serve great food like that!

Incredible menu. Buns are baked onsite and are absolutely delicious. Possibly the best hot dog that I've ever had.

I had the Maxwell Street polish. It was good and came with home cut fries. There is a large selection of hot dogs. I want to go back and try more. the hot dog buns are made on premises. I gave 3 stars because i have more to try. It is a worth wild place to try something different.

This place is amazing!!! best dogs around town and amazing fries. reminds me of gene & jude's

Today is my second visit to Boss Dawgs. First time I had an excellent Italian beef sandwich with a side of au jus and fries. The taste of the tender beef along with the au jus was excellent. I almost got another beef but wanted to try a hot dog on their home made bun. Dog was hot and tasty with just mustard and a pickle spear. French fries were crispy on the outside, hot and tender inside. The counter people are extremely accommodating as I mentioned my onion intolerance so they used freshly cleaned utensils in preparation of my meal. It's really nice atmosphere with tall tables and many lower ones, too. Self-serve beverages make refills easy and reasonable. This place and the associates rock. You won't be disappointed!

This place is the best. Original and delicious. Hidden gem. Service is excellent. So many great dogs and brats.

Wow! Amazing dogs!! The classic blew my mind with flavor and texture. So glad we found this while on vacation. Thanks William!!!

Just stopped in and got the Boss the Ripper comboed with some fries and the drink - had to jump right on to leave a review because that was one of the best hot dogs I've had in my life. Menu options, quality and freshness, and prices all impressed me a lot. I will definitely be back, and would recommend anyone to check this place out if you haven't already!

Great choices of unique hot dogs. Great flavor and perfect spud cut fries. Happy to make the trip. Top 5 hot dog places in the state!

We are repeat customer but I could never get past that a hot dog should only be a classic Chicago dog. This was the second time we had a hot dog flight (3 hot dogs and an XL fries shared between 2 of us) and we had the owner choose 2 of the 3 hot dogs. We have really enjoyed each one and can now see that there are so many delicious choices! Thanks Boss Dawg for expanding our horizons!

Listen, you go for the experience. It's a straight up chill place to hang with a few buddies who enjoy a good hotdog with a twist! The toppings for the hotdogs are fun, but it's not revolutionary. The food was hot and fresh and the restaurant clean! I didn't use the restroom so I have no idea, but the people are friendly enough. This is not your "girls let's go out!" Definitely more of a "I came here to have a quick lunch with the bros!" (I'm just saying cuz my boyfriend goes there all the time with his co-workers haha) . But I went here with him and his best friend and we just had a great time talking and there were plenty of fries on my plate to keep my mouth busy! I forgot to take a picture, but the pictures online are very accurate! And no...I didn't get food poisoning! This place is clean and legit. Just simple nothing fancy ;)

Fantastic food - don't miss the cheese on your hotdog. But by far the best part is the staff, they were all so kind that it was memorable. It was also a great place to take kids.

I drive past this place all the time and never stopped in because what's special about a hot dog place, right? Then I saw they were a 4.6 on Yelp so I was like, I gotta check this place out. Wasn't disappointed, this place does dogs better than the city. Got an OG Dog and a Maxwell Street Polish and they both checked all the boxes. What makes this place so special is that they make their own buns (and they do it right - so they also have poppy seeds), so you're getting something that's soft, fresh, and full of flavor unlike anything you'll get anywhere else. And they give you the perfect amount of toppings which is crucial for a perfect dog. Funny thing was I got one of those Costco dogs a few weeks ago (which for $1.50 w/ a Coke is arguably the best deal on the face of the earth) and it was just so meh, that I was like I'm done with dogs. Boss Dawgz got me back on the wagon. It's everything you look for in a hot dog stand...oh man, forgot about the fries. There's a certain fry that you associate with a dog and 9/10 times I'm disappointed with the generic fries you get at most spots. But they've got the signature crispy-but still soft fry that looks like it got the hell beat out of it, that's supposed to accompany a hot dog. Really it's only a matter of time till Guy Fieri stumbles on this place. Don't be an idiot like me and drive past it 50x's before you decide to check it out!

Wow. WOW! What an incredible little hot dog stand! Boss Dawgz fires on all cylinders and it is my new favorite lunch spot. Their dogs are great, their fries amazing, and the staff (owner) is an absolutely great guy. After driving past several times I finally found the time to stop in. Outside they have ample parking and even a few picnic tables (with umbrellas) for nice days. Inside they have a decent amount of seating and a menu that makes ordering easy. Well, the placement/arrangement does, the choices do not make it easy because everything sounds amazing. They also have the most inviting bathrooms I've ever been in (at a fast food joint). And that's the truth, I really had a hard time choosing what to get. However, I went with a Boss Classic and a Chicago Style (the litmus test, of course). First off, you'll be blown away by the FRESHNESS of their buns - "made fresh daily" the owner told me. And then the toppings are equally as fresh! Both dogs were fantastic but I will say this - I like a bit more of a meatier dog so I'm going double-dogs next time (not going to dock them a star for this as it's my own personal preference). As if the dogs didn't stand on their own, their fries will change your life - absolute PERFECTION. Oh, and the drink machine oozes old school vibes with handles for dispensing the liquidly sugary goodness. To top it off, I had just a minute to chat with the owner and he is a phenomenal guy. He's "semi-retired" and just does this stand for fun. And it shows! He greets everyone who steps in the door with a warm welcome and is in such a jovial mood you can't help but want to shake his hand or give him a hug (your choice). The world really needs more people like him. If you can't already tell I'm a huge fan of Boss Dawgz after just one visit. You can bet I'll be returning because Boss Dawgz is the new KING of hot dogs in these western burbs, if you ask me.

Service at Boss Dawgz is top notch. The staff is so friendly and we always get our orders out in less than 5 minutes. We love to try the specials that change weekly, everything is delicious. They're also particularly generous with the fries that come with each meal--portions are huge and fries are crispy and excellent. Home town heroes!

Fast and friendly service! Great prices and good eats! I favor the poppyseed bun. You won't be disappointed.

Get your order super fast. Got the Chicago Classic and Chili and cheese hot dogs to try. They were very good. Hot dogs were skinnier than I thought, but the bun was soft and fresh. The fries were crispy and they give you a lot. Definitely will come back to try the other selections on their menu.

The buns & toppings are the stars here The Chili Cheese dog was really good, chili was a little cold but very good The old Chicago was good with tons of grilled onions on it The fries are just ok, not a whole lot of taste Sodas are small also The other guy liked his Lady knows chili dog & Chicago style dog Price was just under $30 for 2-2 hot dog meals w/fries & soda

Definitely a must try! Italian Beef and Chicago Dawg are some of the best I've ever had.

Great little hotdog stand. I love the fresh buns and I believe they source their hotdogs from a local butcher. I know it is not Vienna beef. I do wish they had Coke products. I just prefer that. The fries are fresh with just the right amount of salt.

The first time I went here, I ordered the Coney Island dog, and it was absolutely delicious! There were so many others to choose from so I really had a hard time picking which one I was going to get, all the more reason to go back. The only improvements that I would say was when I went, the sauerkraut was a little dry, and in my opinion, the buns were just way too big in comparison to the size of the hotdogs. Great mustard flavors. Terrific service, great staff, and nice indoor and outdoor seating.. if you like hotdogs, I would definitely give this place to try!

I go here with my mom all the time and get Chicago with everything and fries. The staff is super friendly and we always chat. They know to make my order first cuz I like it hot and they hold off on my mom's because she likes to eat at home. FYI she's the one that waits in the car.

This place is my favorite food stop. My boyfriend and I have made it a weekly tradition of stopping here to indulge in a two dog combo. It's THAT good! They have a hot dog for everyone, and their menu even includes Italian beef, brats, Maxwell Polish's. They also have tasty treats like ice cream, a delicious butter-cake, and floats! They have rotating specials every week that introduces new and returning favorites to their already stellar menu. The restaurant is clean overall, and has one of the cleanest bathrooms I've ever seen. The staff is incredibly friendly and offer a welcoming atmosphere while you enjoy the food. I recommend this place to everyone I talk to, and I'll say it here... you need a boss dawg in your life.