Fat Lou’s

Fat Lou’s website says “Shut Up and Drink Your Beer” — which isn’t an unreasonable demand, because once you’re inside this Chicago-style eatery, your mouth will be busy. Fat Lou’s is a Chicago haven for sports fans; the walls are lined in Chicago Bulls, Bears, and Cubs paraphernalia, and the TVs are on. The menu boasts authentic hot-diggity-dogs just like the ones found in the streets of Chicago, made with Vienna beef and all the condiments served on a steamed poppy-seed bun. It doesn’t stop there; Lou’s “Dog House” menu offers a creative, mouthwatering take on the traditional wiener. For instance, the pizza dog is drenched in marinara sauce and mozzarella cheese, and the “Fat Lou” dog is done jumbo-style with melted American cheese, grilled onions, and BBQ sauce. The menu also features endless options of wings, burgers, hoagies, specialty sandwiches, ribs, chicken, and salads.