51.5
TVFScore

Budacki's Drive In

4739 North Damen Avenue, Chicago, IL

Summary

Budacki's Drive In is a classic Chicago-style hot dog restaurant in the city's Irving Park neighborhood. This iconic eatery has been serving up Vienna Beef hot dogs and Italian beef sandwiches since 1958 and has become a local favorite. It has also been featured on popular TV shows like The Layover and Chicago's Best.

Seen On

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The Layover

Chicago 11-19-2012

Stop by Budacki's for a deliciously greasy hamburger or a Chicago-style hot dog

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Cuisines & Features

  • Hot Dogs
  • Fast Food
  • Sandwiches
  • American
  • Burgers

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