Portillo's Elgin

4.4
4496 reviews

About

Fast Food RestaurantHot Dog RestaurantPortillo's Hot Dogs
Welcome to Portillo’s at 1020 S Randall Road! Dive into the authentic taste of Chicago Street food at our 50s-60s Americana themed restaurant, just 2.2 miles, 2.7 miles from Elgin Community College, Bowes Creek Country Club. Savor our char-broiled burgers, Italian Beef Sandwiches, iconic Chicago-style hot dogs, and fresh chopped salad. Don’t miss out on our famous chocolate cake shake to top off your meal. Open late and designed for family-friendly dining, Portillo’s is the ultimate spot for delicious fast food in a fun atmosphere. Plus, we offer convenient delivery and catering options to bring our Chicago favorites right to your door. We look forward to seeing you!

Details

  • Dine-inAvailable
  • DeliveryAvailable
  • DebitAvailable
  • Mobile paymentsNot available

Location

Portillo's Elgin
1020 S. Randall Rd., Elgin, IL
60123, United States

Hours

Reviews

4.4
4,496 reviews
5 stars
2,971
4 stars
883
3 stars
299
2 stars
124
1 star
219

What are people saying?

AI-generated from recent customer reviews

Food Quality

Many customers reported issues with food being cold, soggy, or improperly prepared, leading to dissatisfaction.

Service Speed

Numerous reviews highlighted slow service, particularly in the drive-thru, with long wait times and incorrect orders.

Customer Experience

While some customers praised the friendly staff, others noted poor management and lack of responsiveness to complaints.

Consistency

Frequent mentions of declining quality and inconsistency in food preparation across visits.
  • DL
    Daniel Loughridge
    6 days ago
    3.0
    Not bad but not nearly as good as when Dick Portillo ran things.
  • EB
    Eric Behnen
    Jan 1, 2026
    2.0
    20 minute wait for our food. Everything was cold expext for my son's chicken tenders which were way overcooked. The bread on my beef was either soggy or rock hard depending on the bite and of course the ranch we asked for on the side was no where to be found. This location continues to go down hill. The managers didn't seem to care at all.
  • KL
    Kelly Licht
    Dec 31, 2025
    4.0
    Italian beef, Chicago style hot dogs, burgers, salad, shakes, and chocolate cake stand out. 2 drive thru lanes.
  • PD
    Pierce Dude
    Dec 27, 2025
    5.0
    Overall good, encountered a mouse by the bathroom, and the drinking fountain had a flavor that was expired.
  • KB
    Katie Bryers
    Dec 20, 2025
    1.0
    This location changed how orders are taken in the drive-thru tonight. Instead of having people take your order & pay them for your order in line tonight we waited in line to order at the menu board and pay when we drove around the building. I was in line for 35 minutes and my food was cold! I’ve NEVER received cold food before!! Portillos is not cheap & it’s a treat for me to go there. Well, it will be quite a while before I try again. I’m extremely disappointed!!!

Frequently Asked Questions About Portillo's Elgin

What are the drive-through hours for Portillo's Elgin?

The drive-through is open Monday to Thursday and Sunday from 10:00 AM to 11:30 PM, and Friday to Saturday from 10:00 AM to midnight.

What is the address of Portillo's Elgin?

Portillo's Elgin is located at 1020 S. Randall Rd., Elgin, IL 60123, USA.