Portillo's Fishers

Reviews

• DA

  Douglas Albert

  1 day ago
  4.0
  Great spot! Lots of menu options. Food is always prepared just right.
• MM

  Mr59

  5 days ago
  5.0
  Excellent Italian beef. Portillo's is hands-down one of the most **delightful** and consistently crave-worthy restaurant chains out there—a true Chicago icon that delivers pure joy in every bite! From the moment you walk in (or pull up to that lightning-fast drive-thru), you're hit with an electric, nostalgic vibe: retro decor, bustling energy, and the mouthwatering aroma of sizzling Italian beef and char-grilled sausages wafting through the air. The staff moves like a well-oiled machine—friendly, efficient, and genuinely enthusiastic about the food they're serving. Let's talk about the stars of the show. The **Chicago-style hot dog** is perfection: a snappy, natural-casing frank dragged through the garden (mustard, neon relish, onions, tomatoes, pickles, sport peppers, celery salt) on a poppy seed bun. It's the real deal—bright, fresh, and balanced in every way. Then there's the legendary **Italian beef sandwich**, juicy and tender, piled high with thin-sliced beef soaked in that rich, garlicky gravy. Go "dipped" for the full experience—the bread turns gloriously soggy in the best possible way. Add giardiniera for that spicy kick, and it's pure bliss. The **chocolate cake shake**? Absolute genius. Thick, creamy, and tasting like someone blended an entire slice of Portillo's famous chocolate cake into milkshake form—decadent, indulgent, and impossible to put down. Pair it with **crinkle-cut fries** (crispy outside, fluffy inside) or those golden **onion rings**, and you've got a meal that hits every comfort-food craving. Even the salads (like the chopped salad) feel generous and fresh, the burgers are char-grilled and juicy, and they've got fun seasonal specials that keep things exciting. Portions are hearty, prices feel fair for the quality, and everything tastes made with real care—no shortcuts here. Portillo's isn't just food; it's a **celebration** of Chicago street eats done right, and they've expanded that magic across the country without losing an ounce of soul. If you're looking for a spot that delivers big, bold flavors, unbeatable consistency, and that "I can't wait to go back" feeling—Portillo's is it. Five stars, no hesitation. Run, don't walk—your taste buds will thank you! 🌭🥤🍰
• MI

  M. I.

  Mar 8, 2026
  5.0
  No clean tables and we was the first customer upon opening, no since of urgency to clean table so that customers could eat that's my first impressions. (Almost every table was dirty) Food great, good customer service.
• ML

  Matthew Longfellow

  Mar 7, 2026
  4.0
  Individual outside taking orders rushes you through order very quickly. Fries today were overdone and tasted like they had sat out overnight. Hot Dogs and Burger were ok.
• MS

  Miana Shorty

  Feb 27, 2026
  1.0
  Today reminded me why I stopped coming to this location. This is the second time where they have forgotten food for my order. When I called today I was on hold and when I finally got a hold of someone I was told to call back when rush hour is over.

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