Portillo's Northlake

4.4
4628 reviews

About

Fast Food RestaurantHot Dog Restaurant
Welcome to Portillo’s at 170 W North Avenue! Dive into the authentic taste of Chicago Street food at our 20-30s Gangster themed restaurant, just 1.6 miles from I-290. 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
  • TakeoutAvailable
  • DebitAvailable

Location

Portillo's Northlake
170 North Ave., Northlake, IL
60164, United States

Hours

Reviews

4.4
4,628 reviews
5 stars
3,109
4 stars
897
3 stars
298
2 stars
125
1 star
199

What are people saying?

AI-generated from recent customer reviews

Food Quality

While many customers praised the food as delicious and consistent with Portillo's standards, there were complaints about cold food, incorrect orders, and a decline in portion sizes.

Service Issues

Several reviews highlighted poor service experiences, including forgotten items, long wait times, and unhelpful staff, particularly during busy hours.

Atmosphere

The atmosphere received mixed reviews; some enjoyed the nostalgic vibe, while others noted cleanliness issues and discomfort due to temperature.

Pricing Concerns

Customers expressed dissatisfaction with high prices, especially in relation to portion sizes and food quality.

Staff Friendliness

Many customers appreciated the friendly and helpful staff, although there were instances of poor customer service reported.
  • DT
    Daniel Tantalean
    3 days ago
    5.0
    best dogs in town
  • MF
    Manuela Fulgencio
    Nov 15, 2025
    5.0
    I'm always pleased with their customer service. I love it.
  • NC
    Natasha Conley
    Nov 11, 2025
    2.0
    Did an online order, got there waited at the window. just for them to tell me I can only pick up an online order inside ok fine. get inside go to the first register, I see.I can't pick my order up from there either.I have to go to the bar to pick my order up, get to the bar. No one's there. I waited until I couldn't wait anymore. Yelled for someone to come help me. got my food and left. The fries were so salty I couldn't eat them , my beef was dry I won't be back.
  • AK
    A K
    Oct 26, 2025
    1.0
    FOGOT my sauces on uber eats for my chicken tenders.
  • MT
    Michael Toll
    Oct 23, 2025
    5.0
    Classic Chicago dishes, can't go wrong with anything. The chocolate cake and shakes are a perfect way to end the meal!

Frequently Asked Questions About Portillo's Northlake

What are the drive-through hours at Portillo's Northlake?

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.

Where is Portillo's Northlake located?

Portillo's Northlake is located at 170 North Ave., Northlake, IL 60164, USA.