Gene's & Jude's

Of course they don't have ketchup ! Hot dogs....in Chicago . Come on, man! The hot dog (or double if you dare) with fries doesn't have ketchup , because it doesn't NEED ketchup . Get a tamale too! ;)

Put Fries on a Hot Dog . The best way to eat them is stacked directly atop. They're made with freshly cut potatoes fried in vegetable oil with a touch of beef fat , which adds a welcome savory element. Read more

The best guilty pleasure!!! The hot dog buns are warm, there is snap to the hot dog , and the fries are made from fresh potatoes . So worth blowing your calorie count for the day!!!

Place of legend for hot dog aficionados, the classic depression dog - not dragged thru the garden but minimal relishes & topped with fries . Must get w red creme soda ! Looks simple yet tastes so good.

Top 3 for hot dogs and fries , for sure. They accept cards as well as cash payment.

Gene and Jude's hot dogs have that classic Vienna Beef snap. It's the epitome of the Chicago-style hot dog . They've recently re-opened after last month's floods forced them to close. Read more

The gentleman next to me asked for ketchup . He apologized quickly.

This place fucking rocks!! Cheap priced Vienna hot dogs , awesome fries , and great tamales . I usually get a double dog with a tamale ... I believe they are open till 2 am. A Chicago great..

Old school roadside hot dog stand . They don't make the traditional Chicago dog , but order one with the works. The fries are great here.

Greatest Hot Dog in Chicagoland. Been going over 50 years and you will wait for great hot dog and fries

You know the rule: don't bring your ketchup in the door (but keep in your car!). Cheapest and best hot dog 's I've had -way preferred to East Coast dogs. Always get some on the way back from O'Hare!

Up there for one of the best hot dogs you can get in Chicago. Fries are cut and fried in front of you and then stacked on top of your dog. Everything's delicious. Don't try to pay with a card!

It's next to MaccaD on river road . Compare the crowd on these two junk food places. As much as I try my best to eat healthy food , I never say no to their dogs and fries . Da best!

The Depression Dog variant is what makes Gene & Jude's an institution. Read more

The only thing that is good here is the hotdogs … ???? I mean you can get a tamale too but you come for the hotdogs and fries .

Mustard only. The best hotdog in the city . Order with everything, because it excludes the tomatoes and the pickle . One will fill you, two will bust you. Fries are excellent as well . Cheap , A+ meal.

Lines are long, but they move fast. Cash only . Be ready at the counter and order 2 hot dogs with everything. Get a drink at the register. Jizz your pants at first bite.

Hot dogs with mustard , onions , relish , and sport peppers . And tamales ! Don't ask for ketchup , even for your fries , because they don't have any. This place is a timeless establishment for Chicago.

Watching them cut a whole potato with the skin on then frying it for your order of fries is really tight!

So Far this is my favorite. It will probably be. They serve the hot dogs I grew up with, except "no catsup". A concept that is hard to swallow (tic), but the dogs are still great.

They do everything right... from hot dogs , fries and corn tamales . Grape drink is a must, as well .

So worth the hour drive from Indiana. Just remember to bring cash.

Hot Dogs and Fries like I remember. Easy Menu to navigate. 4 food items. 4 or 5 condiments. 10 drink selections. This is the Chicago Hot Dog I remember!!! Try it!!!

Great dogs with fries on top. Ask for extra ketchup with your hot dog , you'll make the employees day!

Do not ask for ketchup when you order one of the legendary slender, snappy hot dogs that come topped with a fistful of fries at this SRO institution that’s been serving ’em up since 1951. Read more

One of the best hot dog stands in the suburbs of Chicago....must go here if you are visiting or plan on visiting. I go here everytime I am in the area.

If you want to take an out-of-towner visiting Chicago out of town for a Chicago style type hot dog , this is the place.

Double dog with fires. Do NOT ask for ketchup ! By far best fries I've ever had. Hot dogs are skinny and awesome! Cash only .

What would an essential Chicago list be without an essential hot dog stand . Gene and Jude's adheres to a simple menu, but one that works. The fries here are some of the best you'll find in the city .

Best hot dog and fries ever. Bring cash and ketchup as no credit or ketchup is offered.

hot dog was not that unusual nor was it as great. Customer service was good. They could use a better bun to hold things together, as well as a better tasting dog. Was disappointed

They serve a high quality hot dog on a steamed bun with good fries at a great price.

Seriously to die for. Best hot dogs ever! Make sure you don't ask for ketchup and definitely try their tamales , too!

What can I say, dogs and frys and a huge line . It's all good.

Most Awesome hot dogs in Chicago . Since Rachel Ray put it in her magazine the lines are crazy long! Try coming during the week

Awesome hot dog w fries mustard and hot peppers inside. Ass holes don't have ketchup for the fries or seating.

Best place in town . No doubt. Everyone else sit down.

Cash only , NEVER ask for ketchup , and even though the line looks long, it goes fast and is well worth the wait!

Prepare to stand in line . My only quibble. Would love crispier fries . That's it. Perfect hot dog

Very good hot dogs . There is a reason for the line .

Delicious Chicago style hotdogs and fries . Don't ask for ketchup ! ;-)

You will never have a better dog and fries !!! I could eat this everyday !!

Get the Double dog with a Cherry Coke . Amazing!

Hot dogs are great. Order the fries well done.

One of the top Chicago dining picks to visit during the 2012 NRA Show from the Nation's Restaurant News editorial team! Read more

Awesome dogs and fries gotta love it a true classic

If you normally eat more than 1 Dog, Get a double. Otherwise you'll have a lot of fries to eat...Not that there's anything wrong with that!

Don't ask for ketchup ! The best hot dog I ever had.

No ketchup on dogs and the awesome fries

The Depression Dog variant is what makes Gene & Jude's an institution.