The Original Nana's Hot Dogs

I have not been to this restaurant since twenty five years ago.And i'm telling you, it's absolutely still the best beef and best restaurant.I've ever been to. I literally drove two hours away to go and eat there.And it's literally been twenty five years and the food even tastes better. Wonderful workers, wonderful restaurant all around

Just got their first DoorDash tonight. My wife and I love Nana's! Food is always fresh and hot. Excellent service and the store is kept very clean. We're life long locals and have eaten here since we were little kids for the last 40+ yrs. Go and get some 👉

Great food. I used to come here regularly when I lived in the area. We stopped by while visiting family in the area. Food was still great and my kids loved his burger. We had an issue where my son's nose started bleeding and the staff went out of their way to help or see if we needed anything. It was a minor issue for us. But the staff went above and beyond in helping out. Very glad to be able to visit one of my favorite local places! The kids also loved the milk shakes. Looking forward to visiting again!!

I usually make a beeline for Portillo’s anytime I visit a city that has a location, especially when visiting Chicagoland. Today I decided to look at review and see what the locals really like and came across some older reviews in the local media (paper/TV/news) about this place, so I came here. The manager who rang me up was excellent, very friendly, helpful, and accommodating. Their menu is pretty nicely done and since I love to try an Italian Beef and Chicago Dog when I visit places, they had a meal deal with a mini Italian Beef and a hot dog that can be done Chicago style. The deal came with a drink and fries and was only $12.45 – great price for all that food! They will grill (open flame) your hot dog if you request, so I tried that as I’ve never had a grilled Chicago Dog. The food came up pretty quickly and was piping hot. The dog looked like a messy, it wasn’t on a poppy seed bun either, but the flavor was excellent and the peppers were spicy. Overall, I really liked it, but not nearly as much as Portillo’s. The Italian beef weas just “ok” to me. The beef tasted decent, but was slightly dry and unflavored. The jus was decent. The bun was OK. The giardiniera was nice and spicy and was my favorite thing about this sandwich. The fries were pretty decent… they looked and tasted like they were double-fried, which is nice. I had the need to visit the restroom while there, that was interesting. It’s literally a walk through their entire kitchen to get to. It was VERY clean though, which was nice. I did get to see “behind the scenes” while making this walk and the cleanliness of the kitchen and food handling was impressive, considering the front of house looks old and has signage falling apart. Overall, it was decent, but didn’t hit like Portillo’s does for me.

Stopped by on a recommendation, ordered a combo w/hot and fries. Honestly it was the biggest best and hottest I've ever had, fries were fresh cut everything was really good it definitely made the list and I will definitely be back.

2 cold. 2 incorrect. 2 employee's that helped seemed like they didn't want to be there or taking an order. 2 long in business for this cold grey dog. 2 customers, didn't get 1 Smile w 0 HOT food & 0 Chicago Style Dog. Italian beef still tasty even Luke Cold. A shame. All the way from TX & AZ. Got the Wrong Nana's house. No tomato, pickle, or sports peppers, lol. . . Thanks NANA !

I moved out of Illinois a while back when I visit, this is a must to place. They're hot dogs have an awesome snap when you bite in. The toppings are how they should be, and the crispy fries on top brought back some good times. The beef is flavourful and delicious. I asked for sweet peppers and it to be dipped. I was not disappointed. If you like that other place towards Chicago, (G&J,cough, cough), try here and you won't be let down.

Their Polish sausage changed with same feet taste but name is different it's now called Maxwell Chicago style hot dog but still a Polish sausage. Atmosphere always pleasant. Quick service. Always a great place to go and eat any day anytime !This place has been here in Hanover Park for many years. We've had new owners, but still the same style of restaurant with the same name, same great taste same same great service with excellent employees and quick ready to go in just minutes! Thanks to all their hard working explyees work at Nana's . It wouldn't be Nana's without the excellent employees and their hard work and speedy service!

I go there for the italian beef it is very good and a good portion. Service is quick and friendly.

I stopped in on a cold winter day and it was so nice and warm inside! I ordered the #4 special which is a hotdog with fries, drink, and a slice of pizza . It was all very good. Service is fast and friendly. I really love their fresh cut fries here.

We have not been here in a while, and I saw a photo of the beef sandwich and said let's go here tonight for dinner. The beef sandwich is fantastic. The only thing I didn't like was it was way too wet. I usually like my beef sandwiches more on the dry side, but it was still very delicious for me. The sandwich was huge, so my husband and I just split it along with some cheese sticks because those are my favorite. We need to come here and eat more often! very good! Highly recommend

I usually make a beeline for Portillo's anytime I visit a city that has a location, especially when visiting Chicagoland. Today I decided to look at review and see what the locals really like and came across some older reviews in the local media (paper/TV/news) about this place, so I came here. The manager who rang me up was excellent, very friendly, helpful, and accommodating. Their menu is pretty nicely done and since I love to try an Italian Beef and Chicago Dog when I visit places, they had a meal deal with a mini Italian Beef and a hot dog that can be done Chicago style. The deal came with a drink and fries and was only $12.45 - great price for all that food! They will grill (open flame) your hot dog if you request, so I tried that as I've never had a grilled Chicago Dog. The food came up pretty quickly and was piping hot. The dog looked like a messy, it wasn't on a poppy seed bun either, but the flavor was excellent and the peppers were spicy. Overall, I really liked it, but not nearly as much as Portillo's. The Italian beef weas just "ok" to me. The beef tasted decent, but was slightly dry and unflavored. The jus was decent. The bun was OK. The giardiniera was nice and spicy and was my favorite thing about this sandwich. The fries were pretty decent... they looked and tasted like they were double-fried, which is nice. I had the need to visit the restroom while there, that was interesting. It's literally a walk through their entire kitchen to get to. It was VERY clean though, which was nice. I did get to see "behind the scenes" while making this walk and the cleanliness of the kitchen and food handling was impressive, considering the front of house looks old and has signage falling apart. Overall, it was decent, but didn't hit like Portillo's does for me.

First of all when you go to place your order in the drive-through, they can't understand what I'm saying and I can't understand what they are saying. After a few minutes, I had to drive up to the window and speak face-to-face with them. Then I ordered a hotdog and fries. I sat in the parking lot and ate the hotdog and to my disappointment it tasted like it had been soaking in the water all afternoon. The flavor was not right and the fries were kind of old tasting. This place used to be so good and yummy and things tasted so fresh but now it's really different. I wouldn't recommend it anymore.

Tried this place since we were close by. Ordered a nana's hot dog, Maxwell and Philly cheesesteak. it was kinda meh. the hot dogs are loaded with fries which were soggy so didn't enjoy that. we didn't eat the pizza that they sell but it seemed not of the greatest quality. The hot dog bun seemed kinda soggy. The hot dog was small and didn't seem of the greatest quality in my opinion. The Maxwell was kind spicy. The place seemed kinda run down. Don't think I'll be back.

Food and service were great! The best grilled chicken and meatballs!!! We'll be back soon.

Bland Philly cheesesteak. Small hot dog in plain bun. Condiments minimal. Only thing that was worth eaten was the abundance of freshly cut French fries. Counter person was disinterested in giving decent customer service on the verge of being rude and dismissive. Read decent reviews but was thoroughly disappointed. Big rep with no backup.

Overpriced and couldn't even salt my fries?? I'll stick to Gene & Jude's. The cheese they use on their Coney's was not good. I ordered two double dogs, one coney dog & a plain hotdog and my total was almost $30! Never again

Amazing. They add extra fries onto your hotdog! Shakes are homemade and great.. no complaints at all. Their pizza is alright.. come for the hotdogs only

I had their original, well-known Nana's hot dog. The presentation doesn't seem very appealing. The generic hot dog bun was mushy. Their hot dog was cooked on a boil as opposed to a char grill. The fact that hand-cut fries were on top was a plus.

I went there today and ordered a grilled chicken sandwich, hot dogs and 2 chocolate shakes. The shakes were good. Fries on the hot dogs were burnt. Now the chicken sandwich if you want to call it that was absolutely horrible. It was so thin there were spots I bit that there was no chicken it was just lettuce, tomato and bread no chicken. Worst grilled "chicken" sandwich I have ever had. Called the manager/owner whoever he was. He was very rude and did not care at all about the horrible quality of the product. The quality and customer service has gone down in the past yr and I will not return to this place and will be sure to share my experience.

Great hotdogs and fries. Great beef as well. Fast service very nostalgic look. Definitely no ketchup on a the hotdogs.

Great dogs! Love it when the natural cuts fries are pulled on top. Every time I'm in the area I will stop.

Nana's is the best. Snappy weiners, Fresh cut fries, delish tender Italian beef and super staff. Doesn't disappoint! Must go here

Staff was super friendly food came out fast. We ordered onion rings, hotdogs beef, sandwich, and chili and tamale. I did not care for the chili at all personally. I didn't even eat it I threw it away. The hotdogs were good I love the with homemade fries. When they shove them in with the hotdog. The beef sandwich meat was overcooked almost a little kind of rubbery. How ever ranch dressing for the rings was just OK nothing special I got a tamale that was typical hotdog stand tamale Overall OK. I'm not going out of my way to eat there again, but if it's all that is around, definitely the hotdogs worth it. No I didn't like the other things on the menu.

Didn't much care for it,hotdogs wasint good,the fries were burnt and hard.The hotdogs didn't have much taste,very bland. I just can't give it a very good rating and won't be back.

Great fresh made fries. Very good Italian beef, flavorful gravy and a good sized sandwich. The staff was fast and courteous. The place is decent sized and seats a good 20 people. I was disappointed with the shakes though, they are pretty pricey and nothing special to write home about. They present nice, but over all I did not feel the value was there on this one item.

Watched my order sit ready for 10 minutes before anyone gave it to me. How did they not have a better system

Great place for Chicago style hot dogs. Rivals Gene and Jude's in River Grove Same dogs and fries except more condiments available. Beefs and Italian sausages are great too. They have a drive thru which is really fast. Try it you'll love it.

As a person that grew up in Chicago right next to Jimmy's, I absolutely love this place! The shakes remind me of my childhood and the hotdogs are everything a Chicago Dog should be.

The next best thing to Gene and Jude's. The dogs are virtually the same, but the fries need to be a little less greasy and a little more salted, and then you've got something on par with Chicago's best. Been coming here for years and even though I no longer live nearby, I make the trek to pick up a couple dogs. It's messy and overloaded with fries - and I say that as a good thing.

Grew up down the street and have been coming here since they opened. I still remember how they did the original fries back in the day, which seemed longer back then. But, it does seem like they give you more fries now then they used to... so there's that. Lol. I'm glad they've never changed the signs or the ambiance and it's pretty much stayed close to the same over the years. As close as it can, even though it sold years ago. Kudos for not changing it up a lot. I'm always happy to find it right where it always was on Irving, when I come home.

I have been going to Nana's for at least 15 yrs or more and the food has been reasonably priced and a good hotdog. The last two times l have been there I thought my hot dogs and fries were just ok, but today l thought my food was just terrible. First of all when is a double dog with french fries $6.49 even Gene and Jude's is a dollar cheaper and steaming hot that it burns your lap. Today I asked for a glass of water and they wanted to charge me $.25!!! I almost walked out and told them to keep their food. We live near Lake Michigan for god sakes not in a desert!! I understand that everything food wise has gone up, but if you're going to charge more money for your food then it should be at least good or great!! My hot dog was lukewarm and my fries were cold and dried out! I won't be back and l recommend you think twice about going there yourself. l would rather drive to Gene and Jude's or make my own at home.

Great food, great service, and great people!! Always love when I order for delivery how quick they arrive, and how hot the food is every time.

I feel that Nana's not as good as it use to be I was very disappointed when we ordered cheeseburgers it cost us $24 for two cheeseburgers one small fry one order of onion rings and aside of cheddar cheese for my fries. I could not taste the meat it was so thin, I felt like I was eating a veggie burger with bread and no meat and it was cold. I don't like their hotdogs it's like eating a saggy rubber band. Their beefs are ok but when you put peppers on them they get real oily tasting. I totally understand prices going up, but when you don't enjoy a meal, then you feel bad about paying that much. Will not be buying to many more meals from you Nana, Sorry Nana's you lost your TOUCH

Woke up the other day and thought...heck, I'm going to Nana's. I haven't been here in 40 years. My mind was anticipating the well done freshly cut real potato fries blanketing the dog underneath nestled in a soft steamed bun. I ordered and while waiting I scanned the store to take it in. The food was handed over to me. I walked over to a table sat and slowly unwrapped the paper exposing not only the food, but memories of 40 years ago playing 16"softball in the Streamwood league. I lifted the dog being sure to wrap some of the fries in the first bite. "Snap" was the sound in my ears as my teeth clamped down. OMG...my mind went into hyperdrive. My neighbor (who I brought with me) was enjoying their order and getting a summary of my past life playing ball. I told him about the games. Another bite was taken. Now, I told him about how we sucked as a team our first year but developed into a 3 time championship team destroying our opponents. I sighed. Those years are gone I thought to myself. But Nana's... I told the manager on duty about my return visit and was impressed how nothing has changed. He said they have not changed anything about how they prepare their food since it works. In closing...I would absolutely recommend Nana's to any basic hot dog connoisseur over Portillo's and Superdawg. While each of the former have their own attributes, Nana's will always be my small owner place to go.

Really have been disapointed lately. I have been coming here for years. There is no consistency as once was. Recently got a hot dog. The bun was so wet and soggy. The fries were not fried enough or the oil was not hot enough. They were soggy, and not crisp which I assumed contributed to the bun being soggy. Their pizza puffs are never cooked enough inside, and at times can have a more mushy outside. I use to love this place but without consistency I am writing it off my list.

Come here for the Original Dog "as-is" (don't add any optional toppings). That means mustard, onions, and relish only. Very similar in style and taste to another Chicago area hot dog legend, Gene & Judes. The dog comes stacked with a generous helping of fresh cut fries. If you're craving that style of no-nonsense hot dog, it's worth the trip. Comparable to Gene and Judes, and Nana's has a much broader menu. Been going here for years. COVID Note: as of Oct 2020, no indoor dining, drive thru only. Get a dog, a Pepsi, and eat in your car.

I love everything about this place. The girls at the register could have more customer service instead of just taking your order with no personality. I'm never disappointed when I eat their food. The ambiance is like old fashion food place.

Big portions, fries are delicious and come with all hot dogs. Great hot dogs, cheese fries and shakes

Stay away from online ordering. Wanted to try this place for awhile now. I ordered directly from the website for delivery and seconds later a young lady called me back to go over my order. She then gave me the total which was a dollar over what the website stated. When I asked why she said that's the total, the delivery fee is higher than what the website stated. I told her that's not fair, I click submit based off of the price I was given. She didn't care. I told her to cancel my order, are you sure? Yes, bait and switch is illegal. Sorry Nanas, you literally just lost a new customer over a dollar.

I don't even know where to begin. I was completely nice and very polite after I got my drink and it tasted like diet. I got attitude because I wanted a new one instead I completely shifted drink choices, their Pepsi taste diet. The pizza was cold and it tasted like rubber, I believe they microwaved it, and the cheese was running through the side of the box. Italian mini beef has an aftertaste of water..... don't appreciate their customer service or their attitude, which was completely uncalled for.. the french fries I wish I would've gotten somewhere else but they were OK. I will never go back to this place.‼

I haven't been to Nanas since the 70s. Was in the mood for a dog and decided to drive 25 minutes and revisit Nanas. Still as good as I remembered. Not sure the dogs have always been this small, but with the pile of fries on each, two dogs was more than enough. Glad I made the trip. Portillo's has gone downhill lately anyway. Nana's is worth stopping in if you're in the area.

The best slice of pizza in town for a great price! Big slice, tasty sauce, lots of cheese and really good sausage pieces. They bundle their fries in with the hotdog, which I do not care for. I get the fries on the side. The hand cut fries are really good and you get a ton of them! The grilled chicken sandwich is seasoned just right on a big hearty bun with mayo, shredded lettuce and tomato. So yummy. The burgers are good. The onion rings are beer bartered, my favorite kind. Everything is made fresh when you order. They can be pretty busy at times but it goes quick.

Love nanas. Been coming since I was a kid. Fries wrapped up with the hotdog are amazing

The hot dogs and real double fried French fries served on the dogs are are out of this world. I've been coming here for over 30 years.

Nanas has been around forever the food is just as good the menu has gotten bigger the service is still amazing. I'm so glad that Chicagoland still has original hotdog places like this around

Went there yesterday,got beef,sweet peppers,fries,found seeds in my peppers, probably was not washed,owner refused to give me another beef,got cocky on phone! I managed restaurants for 12years, Give customer s what they want!peppers were not cooked,large pieces! yrs,when customer complains make them happy! I saw owner give away food to customer in front of me!Don't give attitude!Peppers were not cooked all the way!large pieces!

Outstanding outstanding outstanding! Better than Portillo's. Fraction of the price and wait times. This place is a local icon!!! Fries and dog are the best!

Food was mediocre. The hot dog buns and the fries were extremely soggy, but the hot dog itself and the Italian beef were not bad, just ok. The chili was probably my favorite thing, as well as the onion rings. The vanilla malt wasn't bad but not particularly tasty either. First time coming here, wouldn't come again.

Best dog in the burbs!! Portillo's is for tourist, this is the place the locals go too!!!

This is a great hole-in-the-wall, locals-type of joint in Streamwood. Admittedly, the hot dog was okay. It comes topped with their freshly cut fries. I liked the fries better when topped with melted cheese. Something about hot cheese on top of fries! It wasn't shredded cheese but the indulgent nacho-type of cheese aka cheese goop aka comfort food. The Italian beef sandwich came with bell peppers, thinly shaved beef, and melted cheese. They ask if you want sweet or hot peppers on top. If you want a smaller portion, opt for the mini-beef! I like my sandwiches juicy and ordering it "dipped" only adds flavor and juiciness to your sandwich. Prior to Nana's, I've never had a pizza puff before but seeing that it was affordable ($2.80) and was recommended by others, I tried one out. I'd like to stop right here and interject that I am a HUGE fan of Totino's pizza rolls -- they're my favorite snacks. So when I tried the pizza puff, I loved it because it reminded me of a jumbo-sized pizza roll. Overall, it was a good dining experience and a place I would return to. It is not a mind-blowing eatery but for the taste and price, it's a win for me. You can also get pizza that is not deep-dish! My only gripe is that they charge 50 cents per cup of water, but it's a small gripe I can overlook.

The food is fantastic and the delivery is quick and the drivers are pleasant and worth every dime of a fantastic tip!

I don't know how much more can be said about Nana's that hasn't already been said, but I'm gonna say it anyway! Their hot dogs are the bomb, the nostalgia when eating inside (pre-pandemic, obviously) is REAL (even as an "adult", I feel like a kid sitting in the booths sharing fries & shakes with my actual kids), and the customer service is great. Every time I place an order online, I receive a call shortly after to confirm everything and so that an ETA is provided. Everyone in my family obsesses over their fries, but do NOT sleep on that burger!! Beyond just a great price point, it's my favorite fast food burger in the area! Juicy, huge, and goes perfectly with their fresh cut fries!

Nanas was one of the best hot dog joints around streamwood and a couple surrounding suburbs but for some reason there food hasn't taste the same ever since some WGN saying best dogs around. They only thing I come to mamas is for there chocolate shakes. Other than the shake there food is downhill

I had Nana's on my list a long time and was finally in the right place at the right time! Meatball Sammy, Beef w/Hot & O-rings! Good stuff, Good staff, Good spot. Loved the Beef for sure. The real.

This place used to be awesome with reasonable prices and good food. But they changed their delivery service... and did they change management as well? Delivery that used to be fast was over an hour today. The fries were undercooked and cold. Such a disappointmen! We have ordered here for decades, but I doubt we will again.

I ordered three hotdogs asked for all my fries separate one of the hotdogs is made incorrectly so I called and they told me that all the fries went in one bag well they're three small bags of fries so how did they all go in if I ordered only one extra small fry the other thing is my hotdog was made incorrectly but he's telling me that I ordered a Chicago dog and I never mention the word Chicago this was the worst experience ever I've been coming to this place since they opened and I will keep continuing giving them every day a bad review