Budacki's Drive In
Alexander Tsui (徐嘉豪) · 271 Google reviewsBudacki's Drive In — Ravenswood hot dogs that sets the standard. Walk in and you know immediately: this place is real. The menu takes creative swings, and lands them, and well-priced. [$, patio]
What 954 diners keep saying
What 954 diners keep saying
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“Decades-old popular neighborhood fast food spot. Large menu, many combos/specials. No-nonsense efficient staff.”
“You don’t expect a small drive in to pack so much flavor but wait until you try their Korean beef!! WOW it’s so good and tender too! Paired with classic white rice and some onion on top, yum! They have a huge menu and plenty of combos to fill you up. They have a great soda selection and classic milkshakes too that fulfill your sweet tooth. Small seating inside but plenty of seating outside. Fair prices for Chicago too!”
“There’s no atmosphere because it’s tiny. A hand full of stools and ledges to eat on. However the burger is excellent! Highly recommend this old time burger joint. Two thumbs up. I went with the double cheeseburger and fries.”
“Been coming here since the 80s..best place ever!..here with the main man,so nice he never changes”
“Good food, it was a bit slow really cheep burger and fries and drinkwas 11 dollar Chill Plenty of options I recommend budackis Budackis is the place to get good fries (iambic pentagram) Milkshakes mid”
“Fast service, authentic street-style foods, affordable prices.”
“A hidden gem for sure. Big menu for all tastes. Burgers. Veggie options. Hot dogs. Rice bowls. Appetizers. Great service. Nice employees. 12/10.”
“Gotta love an old timey neighborhood hot dog stand. I'm going to be a dog purist here, points off for no poppy seed bun, and strips of onions vs diced. But a tasty dog. Nice crunchy fries and a great value.”
“Our favorite neighborhood hot dog spot. Generous servings of fries, good shakes, and lots of vegetarian options.”
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