Portillo's Sycamore

4.4
3732 reviews

About

Fast Food RestaurantHot Dog RestaurantPortillo's Hot Dogs
Welcome to Portillo’s at 1780 Dekalb Avenue! Dive into the authentic taste of Chicago Street food at our 30s Prohibition themed restaurant, just 3.6 miles, 5.1 miles, 8 miles from DeKalb Taylor Municipal Airport, Northern Illinois University, Sycamore Speedway, 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 Sycamore
1780 DeKalb Ave., Sycamore, IL
60178, United States

Hours

Reviews

4.4
3,732 reviews
5 stars
2,397
4 stars
751
3 stars
279
2 stars
121
1 star
184

What are people saying?

AI-generated from recent customer reviews

Food Quality

Customers reported inconsistent food quality, with some enjoying the Italian beef and others noting issues like undercooked items and overly salty fries.

Service Issues

Multiple reviews highlighted poor customer service experiences, including rude staff and incorrect orders.

Cleanliness and Atmosphere

The restaurant is generally described as clean with a pleasant atmosphere, although some customers noted variability in cleanliness.

Pricing Concerns

Several customers mentioned that the food is perceived as expensive, especially given the portion sizes.
  • CD
    Cameo Dixon
    5 days ago
    5.0
    Never a miss every time we make the hour drive!
  • SL
    Sarah Landers
    6 days ago
    5.0
    Very nice and clean and calm Portillos, staff working together nicely! Food good!
  • TB
    True Blue
    Jan 1, 2026
    5.0
    Portillo's is always a go to spot. No wait. Easy on screen ordering. Clean tables
  • DO
    Drake Ottley
    Dec 20, 2025
    1.0
    I am not one to post. But I’m sure this can’t be how getting hot peppers on the side is supposed to be this location needs to fire who ever does the peppers this is the 6th time this has happened from this location
  • DC
    Deja Curtis
    Nov 30, 2025
    2.0
    I usually love love Portillo’s but this time…. No thanks. Burger didn’t have condiments on them, bacon wasn’t done enough. Also the fries were supperrre salty to the point i just threw them away

Frequently Asked Questions About Portillo's Sycamore

What are the regular dining hours for Portillo's Sycamore?

Portillo's Sycamore is open daily from 10:00 AM to 11:30 PM, with extended hours until midnight on Fridays and Saturdays.

Does Portillo's Sycamore offer drive-through service and what are its hours?

Yes, the drive-through is available daily from 10:00 AM to 11:30 PM, with hours extended until midnight on Fridays and Saturdays.