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Diners, Drive-ins and Dives

Diners, Drive-ins and Dives

Aired on 11/23/2007
Episode: Family Owned


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Map & Directions

1724 S River Rd
Des Plaines , IL 60018
8476998590
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Restaurant Details

Business Hours:

  • Daily, 11am - 5pm

Cuisines:

Cost:

  • $

Features:

  • Local Favorite
  • Lunch Spot
  • Cheap Eats
  • Outdoor Dining
  • Family-Friendly Dining

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Comments & Tips

User Comments

  • The burgers are the best, especially with the Merkts cheddar by Bryand Sat 11/17/2012 9:06 PM Lake in the Hills Joined Sep 2012 13 Posts 21 Restaurant Visits
  • awesome dogs by pwrthief Mon 11/07/2011 12:00 AM Joined Nov 2011 1 Posts 1 Restaurant Visits
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CitySearch Tips

Know Before You Go

Credit cards are not accepted so make sure you bring enough cash to cover your meal.

Save Time

It gets super busy during lunch so fax your order ahead of time, but make sure you write down your pick-up time.

Where to Sit

In your car--because the few counter stools get snagged pretty quickly--or at one of the outdoor picnic tables in the warmer months.

Know Before You Go

Paradise Pup makes for a great lunch if you're on the way to a matinee show at nearby Allstate Arena.

FourSquare Tips

  • Sara F.
    Best Char Cheddar Burger EVER - Bring them singles
  • Aneta A.
    If you don't mind waiting in line to get your meal then this is the place or you. Nothing else like it around. Great big burgers. The Best Cheese Fries. Very Large portions
  • Tim M.
    Don't accept debit or credit cards, only cash.
  • Jeffrey C.
    The best cheese fries and strawberry shakes!!!!
  • Christopher C.
    Best burger in the Chicagoland area, by far!! Kumas is good and all, but way overrated compared to the pup. I've been eating here for 15 years, its why I look so good!!
  • David S.
    Char cheddar burger is sooooo good! Cash only also.
  • Time Out Chicago Kids
    Three things at this Des Plaines stand are in high demand: juicy char burgers topped with Merkts cheddar on kaiser rolls, chocolate malts and a seat on one of the limited stools.
  • Mark R. M.
    Definitely try the 3-layer fries!
  • Donghyun K.
    Ultimate cheddar burgers!
  • Ileana O.
    Try the 3 Layer Fries (via @Foodspotting)