Portillo's Hot Dogs - Tampa

Simple, uncomplicated American kitchen! everything was made perfect. I had the Chicago dog I think has to live for every adventurous eater in her. I have to say it is the unique preparation of a dog I have eaten and on a good wise. we also had the kesefries, I tried the wobble rings and had a chocolate malt shake that was one of the best I had. the order was punctual, correct and all they need was in the bag (knapkins. utensilien, etc. absolutely loved eating and the environment, although I took the food. just what I would say is their big is quite large, so the portions were a little big for me, especially the shake so in the head it will keep more than enough, also for some heavier eaters out there like me.

This a taste of sweet home Chicago. If you haven't been here before, come hungry. You have to try a real Chicago dog at least once in your life, right? These guys do it right. After you've had that, you must try an Italian beef sandwich. I like mine slightly wet, with AuJus on the side, but they'll make it any way you want it! For dessert you really have 2 awesome choices. Either their homemade chocolate cake, or they're chocolate cake shake. I prefer the latter, but it's almost like a meal in itself. You would be crazy not to go here!

Great place with great food that reminds me of Chicago. Their hotdogs were phenomenal along with their Italian beef sandwiches. And their chicken sandwiches aren't half bad. they also had amazing milkshakes and cake but no actual ice cream unfortunately. Loved the decor though. I do wish there were more of these then there currently is in the world.

I have lived in Chicago for several years prior to moving to Tampa. My husband is your typical suburban Chicago guy who enjoys his beef sandwich. So yes, we indulged like fat people eating Al's, Portillo's and (insert famous Chicago beef sandwich places here) when we feel like we earned it, which is usually after we walked 5km with the dog.So when I aced my US citizenship interview in Tampa, what did we do? Celebrate at Portillo's like fat Americans that we are (ha, I am now an American ordered grand chocolate cake milk shakes that are around 1500 calories per drink, onion rings, fries, and beef sandwiches. It's just the price of freedom.Everything in this Portillo's is the same as with Chicago, even the onion rings and the yummy shake. But, I have to say, the beef sandwiches are too dry. In Chicago, no matter which branch you go to, if you order a dry beef sandwich, it will still be soggy enough to wet the bread. You bite into it and the sauce will explode in your mouth and melt with the beef. However, in Tampa's Portillo's, the beef sandwich is so dry, you taste the iron in the beef. It's sad.I certainly felt less American as there's less oil, less fat, and less calories enveloping my mouth in this particular Portillo's. I hope they improve it to Chicago's standard because I am willing to gain 30 pounds to get to eat those great sandwiches again.

The service at this restaurant was excellent! The place was clean and the employees all seemed content. They were all smiling and attentive, even though they were very busy. They quickly noticed us and asked if we needed anything or a refill, which was very polite. The only downside was the flimsy packaging of the chili dog (we accidentally stabbed ourselves on it), but the overall dining experience made up for it.