If you love a good fast food hot dog or are curious about what it tastes like when you blend an entire slice of chocolate cake into a shake, you've probably heard of Portillo's. The Illinois-based chain has become a staple spot for many that offer Chicago-style street food.

Whether you're looking for tourist trap restaurants that are actually really good or you're a local who has been visiting as long as you can remember, Portillo's promises to deliver the taste and service of a modest local spot. In fact, that is exactly how the eatery began.