Mr D's Shish-Kabobs
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Mr D's Shish-Kabobs — high-caliber fast casual in Portage Park. Feels like it's been there since before the neighborhood changed. Good service that doesn't feel rehearsed. Family-run, cash only. Sandra Brown: "The steak was thin, juicy, and packed with flavor"
Experience Breakdown
Roderick L
135 reviews
“We loved our food were freshly cooked and they're generous with the freshly cooked fries”
Highlights
Must Try
What Diners Are Saying
Diners loved
Some noted
French fries very soggy, kabob sandwich no seasoning, very strong smell of pig and there is no info that it is pork, beef sandwich from the cheapest meat, just tenderized by hummer , lady take cash and with no gloves making your sandwich.
Location
6656 W Diversey Ave, Chicago, IL 60707
What 1,058+ diners say about Mr D's Shish-Kabobs
“I love this place.”
I love this place. Husband and wife owned & operated over 40+ years. Amazing sandwiches from Shish-Kabob sandwich, steak sandwich to burgers and Italian beefs. They make everything right in front of you cook to order everything comes fresh off the grill super hot juicy tender...mmmm...flavors are on point!! Hands down some of the best hand cut fries I've had in Chicago you'll get a mountain of them with every sandwich you order, good shit! 100% recommend!
Hagz
Oct 2025
“The food here is absolutely incredible.”
The food here is absolutely incredible. Do yourself a favor and get the shish-kabob. The employees are quick and direct, but also friendly, making the waiting experience efficient and pleasant. All in all, it only took 5 minutes to get my food during the lunch rush!
Lukasz Kowalik
Sep 2025
“I love their steak sandwich and I love the family that runs the place.”
I love their steak sandwich and I love the family that runs the place. Been coming here a long time. You'll always find locals and cops in here.
TKO
Jun 2025
“One of my favorite places to eat in the Chicago area.”
One of my favorite places to eat in the Chicago area. Love this place and the family that runs the business are so kind and accommodating!
Christopher Agdeppa
Mar 2025
“This spot is doing some magic.”
This spot is doing some magic. Its this run down building with door that needs some touch to close properly. Has like 2 tables. Menu on this old board with RC sign, that seems it hasnt changed since 90's. (RC is this generic copy version of cola) There is no appealing side at all. Yet, this steak sandwich is one of the best sandwich I have had! It can only be magic. I thought this place was just another hyped local spot, but boy was I wrong. Every bite of meat with that raw onion and tomato was unbelievable. It was just well seasoned meat cooked perfectly. Steak sandwich was so good, I had to order shish kabob and eat it. It was also really good but I would stick with steak sandwich for sure. I became a fan and I hope to return soon.
DK
Jan 2025
“Also my go to when I'm near this area.”
Also my go to when I'm near this area. One of the best steak sammys in Chicago. Fresh cut fries are amazing. Mom n pop and son shop always supurb. Tomatoes and onions used are always fresh n plenty.
K. Trayne
Dec 2023
“Had to try another Steak sandwich place and this one did not disappoint.”
Had to try another Steak sandwich place and this one did not disappoint. We ordered the steak sandwich and shish Kabob sandwich. Both were really good and the fries are the bomb, Will definitely be back! Came name and it was DELICIOUS once again
Victor H
Dec 2023
“1st timer, & so excited to be back soon.”
1st timer, & so excited to be back soon! Steak 💯 Shish-Kabobs 💯 Combo Best fries I've ever had... and the perfect cheeky smirk when asked to switch into a fresh ketchup bottle 🤣 Looking forward to the chili cheese dog! Rich Regards 🍀
James “Fury” Porretta
Nov 2023
“What a cool place!!”
What a cool place!!! Tiny little no frills place where the owner does the cooking and does he ever do a good job! Also could tell they have a good following just based on how many people walked in while I was there. Had the steak sandwich and it was delicious and the fries were perfect!!! This will be a go to spot for me from now on!
M M
Apr 2023
“Best Steak sandwiches in town.”
Best Steak sandwiches in town.. Not to mention fresh Fries everytime.... Great customer service.. also can't beat their prices..
Manny vaz
Jun 2022
“I have been going to Mr D's for over 10 years and the great quality and great taste of their burgers still remains.”
I have been going to Mr D's for over 10 years and the great quality and great taste of their burgers still remains. I also believe Mr D's has the best fries in all of Chicago.
Louis Anton
Jan 2022
“This small mom & pop place has been here for many years.”
This small mom & pop place has been here for many years. They do have limited hours, but so worth the stop. The food is so good. Homemade cut fries not frozen.Take out or stay. Like I said, small, maybe 5 or 6 tables. BRING CASH!
D Town
Oct 2021
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