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$5.34 Average Item Price

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4000 W Grand Ave, Chicago, IL, 60651, US 1(773) 384-9513

On the Jimmy's Red Hots menu, the most expensive item is Double Polish Sausage, which costs $11.90. The cheapest item on the menu is Extra Condiments, which costs $0.25. The average price of all items on the menu is currently $5.34.

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Jimmy's Red Hots is a classic Chicago hot dog stand located in the Humboldt Park neighborhood. The dining spot is famous for Depression-style hot dogs, snappy polish sausages, and fresh hand-cut fries. The bestselling signature items on the menu include the Vienna Beef Polish Sausage, Vienna Beef Hot Dog, and the Supreme Bunch Tamale. The cheapest menu item is the Vienna Beef Hot Dog priced at $4.00, while the most expensive menu item is the Double Polish Sausage for $13.60. The average cost per person dining at Jimmy's Red Hots ranges from $5.00 to $15.00.

Jimmy's Red Hots was established in 1954 by an owner who believes in serving high-quality, simple food. The restaurant features a no-frills, counter-serve environment where customers enjoy pure Vienna Beef products and fresh hand-cut fries. The establishment remains family-owned and operated for over 65 years, maintaining a reputation for quality and community support in the Humboldt Park neighborhood.

Takeout and delivery services through DoorDash and Grubhub are available at Jimmy’s Red Hots. Promotions feature daily menu pricing on hot dog platters, polish sausages, and tamale combos. The store does not allow pets since it has no indoor seating as well as a limited outdoor space. Customers consider Jimmy's Red Hots a good dining spot, rating the experience 4.8 on review platforms.

Top Rated Items at Jimmy's Red Hots

Vienna Beef Hot Dog Price

$6.30

Jimmy's Red Hots Menu

What is Jimmy's Red Hots Most Famous For?

Jimmy’s Red Hots is most famous for its traditional Depression-style Chicago hot dogs and strict no-ketchup policy. Operating as a cash-only, no-frills Humboldt Park stand since 1954, it serves natural-casing Vienna Beef hot dogs in steamed buns with mustard, onions, relish, and sport peppers, all wrapped with a generous pile of fresh hand-cut fries. The stand also receives praise for its Maxwell Street Polish sausages, Supreme tamales, and house-made habanero sauce, which provides a spicy alternative to ketchup. Its counter-service format and lack of indoor seating have helped preserve its classic mid-century Chicago character.


What are the Most Popular Signature Items on the Jimmy's Red Hots Menu?

The most popular signature items on the menu of Jimmy's Red Hots are Vienna Beef Polish Sausage, Vienna Beef Hot Dog, Supreme Bunch Tamale, Double Polish Sausage, and Fresh Cut Fries. Here is a list of more top menu items available.

  • Vienna Beef Polish Sausage: Pure beef polish sausage on a hot steamed bun. Served with fresh cut fries.
  • Vienna Beef Hot Dog: Pure beef hot dog on a hot steamed bun. Served with fresh cut fries.
  • Supreme Bunch Tamale: Cornmeal with beef inside steamed to perfection.
  • Double Polish Sausage: Two pure beef polish sausages on a hot steamed bun.
  • Double Dog: Two pure beef hot dogs on a hot steamed bun.
  • Tamale on a Bun: Premium beef tamale tucked inside a hot steamed bun.
  • Veggie Dog: Fresh cut fries on a steamed bun with all the condiments of your choice.

What Drinks and Beverages Can You Have at Jimmy's Red Hots?

The drinks and beverages available at Jimmy's Red Hots are RC Cola, Orange Crush, and Fruit Punch. RC Cola is a classic cola served in a fountain or bottle. Orange Crush offers a carbonated fruit soda. Fruit Punch provides a sweet chilled beverage. Below is a list of more drinks available at the hot dog stand.

  • Fountain and Bottled Sodas: Choices includes RC Cola, Dr. Pepper, Root Beer, 7-Up, Orange Crush, and Fruit Punch.
  • Water: The restaurant offers bottled water.

What is the Cheapest Meal on Jimmy's Red Hots Menu?

The cheapest meal at Jimmy's Red Hots is the Supreme Bunch Tamale priced at $3.60. Supreme Bunch Tamale consists of cornmeal with beef steamed inside a corn husk.

What is the Most Expensive Meal on Jimmy's Red Hots Menu?

The most expensive meal at Jimmy's Red Hots is the Double Polish Sausage priced at $13.60. Double Polish Sausage features two pure beef polish sausages on a hot steamed bun served with fresh cut fries.

What are the Healthiest Meals on the Jimmy's Red Hots Menu?

The healthiest meals on the Jimmy's Red Hots menu are Vienna Beef Hot Dog, Veggie Dog, and Vienna Beef Polish Sausage. Vienna Beef Hot Dog provides a lower-calorie protein option when served plain or with mustard and onions. Veggie Dog offers a vegetable-based frank option served on a steamed bun. Vienna Beef Polish Sausage presents a hearty protein option when paired with fresh salad condiments rather than heavy fries.

How Often Does Jimmy's Red Hots Offer Special Offers?

Jimmy's Red Hots does not follow a fixed schedule for special offers. Instead, the restaurant maintains low everyday prices on hot dogs, sausages, and tamale combos. Third-party delivery services often provide discount codes such as a $0 delivery fee for first-time app user.

Does Jimmy's Red Hots Have a Loyalty Program?

No, Jimmy's Red Hots does not have a loyalty program. The hot dog stand maintains a strictly traditional, cash-only counter service model.

Does Jimmy's Red Hots Offer Family Meal Bundles?

No, Jimmy's Red Hots does not offer pre-packaged family meal bundles. The restaurant menu focuses on individual Vienna Beef hot dogs, polish sausages, and tamale combos bundled with fresh-cut fries. Larger orders of multiple hot dog platters serve group meal solutions for family events.

Does Jimmy's Red Hots Offer Vegan Options?

Yes, Jimmy's Red Hots offers a vegan-friendly option known as a "Veggie Dog." The Veggie Dog features a steamed hot dog bun filled with fresh-cut fries and traditional Chicago condiments.

Does Jimmy's Red Hots Offer Gluten-Free Options?

No, Jimmy's Red Hots does not offer gluten-free options on the menu. The steamed buns and fried potatoes prepared in shared oil make menu items unsuitable for gluten-free diets.

Is Jimmy's Red Hots Pet-Friendly?

No, Jimmy's Red Hots is not pet-friendly because it has no indoor seating and is also a hot dog stand with a grab-and-go kind of service.

Can You Order Ala Carte in Jimmy's Red Hots?

Yes, Jimmy's Red Hots offers individual hot dogs, polish sausages, tamales, and side orders priced separately. Examples include the $4.00 Vienna Beef Hot Dog, $13.60 Double Polish Sausage, and $3.99 Fresh Cut Fries.

What Other Services Does Jimmy's Red Hots Offer?

Jimmy's Red Hots offers takeout pickup, doorstep delivery through third-party apps, and fresh-cut fry preparation. The restaurant provides a historic counter-service experience. Carryout services allow customers to grab hot dogs and polish sausages for on-the-go meals.

Does Jimmy's Red Hots Offer Catering Services?

No, Jimmy's Red Hots does not offer catering services. The restaurant focuses on dine-in counter service and takeout pickup.

Can You Rent Jimmy's Red Hots for Private Occasions?

No, Jimmy's Red Hots does not offer private venue rentals. The storefront is a compact street-side hot dog stand with limited space.

Does Jimmy's Red Hots Do House Delivery?

Yes, Jimmy's Red Hots provides house delivery via Doordash, Grubhub, Seamless, and Uber Eats.

How are the Reviews for Customer Experience at Jimmy's Red Hots?

Customer reviews for Jimmy’s Red Hots are overwhelmingly positive, with a 94% Facebook recommendation rate and hundreds of favorable ratings on platforms such as Yelp. Customers describe the restaurant as a fast-paced, nostalgic, and no-nonsense Chicago institution where guests order quickly and eat at a standing window counter or in their cars because indoor seating is unavailable. Local purists appreciate the strict no-ketchup policy and efficient counter service.

Areas of concern mainly involve third-party delivery, including missing drinks, sides, or sandwiches, incorrect modifications that may create allergy risks, and fries arriving soft or soggy because they are wrapped closely with the hot dogs during transport.

Who are the Top Competitors of Jimmy's Red Hots?

The top competitors of Jimmy's Red Hots are Five Guys, Sonic Drive-In, and Wienerschnitzel. Check out below the other top competitors offering casual grill options.

  • Five Guys: Five Guys serves burgers, hot dogs, and fries with over 1,500 locations.
  • Sonic Drive-In: Sonic Drive-In offers drive-in burgers, hot dogs, and milkshakes with over 3,500 throughout the country.
  • Wienerschnitzel: Wienerschnitzel specializes in chili dogs, burgers, and fries with over 300 locations nationwide.
  • Portillo's: Portillo's serves Chicago-style hot dogs, Italian beef, and chocolate cake with over 80 locations across the United States.
  • Nathan's Famous: Nathan's Famous offers beef hot dogs, crinkle-cut fries, and cheese fries with over 200 locations nationwide.
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