Portillo’s Hot Dogs In Buena Park - Southern California Food Review / Chicago Dog & Italian Beef

[@Alexdrod]

Ken seems like such a mellow and nice person. I always appreciate how nice of a dude he seems to be!

[@TheDailyWoo]

He’s a great guy

[@Greg01071960]

You found a great guy and foodie to hang with Adam. I love how you review what you think of the foods over 30 days. The street mans views and oddly living in Barstow Ca. and can't get out i have tried food from every place you have gone to so far and some of them from take out people bring me :)

[@podcastfan2544]

​@@TheDailyWooI still don't trust him but he's got a good video perspective & a post pre consumer apocalypse modern strip mall Asthetic

[@barbbaker915]

Ken’s voice and demeanor is very calming! I’ve loved these last 30 days of SoCal food reviews. Thanks Adam!

[@bjornemccomb8262]

He’s a no drama, go with the flow, type of guy 👊🏻

[@vtownboxingfan]

Agree, perfect eating partner and guess

[@sarahcarmen2545]

Okay excuse me while I totally fan girl here. Portillo’s was created & founded by my grandfather and I’ve watched you for YEARS and this is just too cool to me! I’m glad you enjoyed your visit!!

[@SirValadez]

R U from Illinois sarah carmen I live 15 minutes from gurnee Illinois , I have been there 5 times so far

[@jjhonecker7644]

Your grandfather would be proud I bet Sarah...look at these hella good sandwiches Adam and his cohort are enjoying..awesome grub

[@axszzzzz]

it’s so ass i just go to get water

[@muthergoose4084]

well your grandfather is a legend. I am going there tonight to get my burger fix. I have eaten so many times there I lost count. Adam, come to Chicago some time for a food tour.

[@alley5320]

@Sarah Carmen you're a LIER!

[@stlredbirds85]

This makes 30 straight days. Which means we're officially back to " it's his 2nd channel, daily vlog channel, it's the Daily Woo!!"

[@brokenSceneVids]

I remember how dumbfounded I was on the final vlog.

[@ih301]

Helll yeah!!

[@MrPAULONEAL]

It's technically his main channel now...

[@abunchahooey]

Your friend seems like such a nice guy! He should come with you more often. 😊

[@susan16k97]

I went to Portillo's for dinner last night. What a neat place! I've driven by it so many times but never ate there. The Chicago dog, onion rings and cake shake was about $10. Really good!

[@jamesdaley1852]

that was actually fun watching two distguished gentlemen munching on good food got me hungry and the trees were interesting ,,,love seeing big trees its a great thing to see and it gives me a little faith on the human condition not destroying everything in its path...

[@chijohnaok]

I loved today’s episode. I am a native Chicagoan, but moved to Florida 20 years ago. I missed Portillo’s big time until they opened one near me in the Tampa area a few years ago. Their Chicago dogs are good but my favorite Portillo’s item is the Italian beef and sausage combo sandwich. Their chocolate cake is also very good.

[@magallon643]

If can afford I will eat there every day,love the Italian Beff.

[@NessieMay]

OMG! I love Portillo’s, Chicago dogs, Italian beef, so yummy! Thanks for sharing 🌭👍

[@RosinGoblin]

We love our portillos here in the Chicago area. I usually go with a Chicago dog and cheese fries

[@vtecrkp]

That or Italian beef. We go to Chicago once a year for Portillos, pizza, and Superdawg. It's about a 4.5-5 hour one way drive.

[@movieedge7370]

My favorite place in Chicago land for Italian beef sandwiches and Chicago style hot dogs . You’re welcome California 😎

[@kimgalardi6676]

From Chicago, here. Italian beef with hot peppers dipped is the way to go. Dang this made me miss it!

[@avaalisanunya1204]

Agreed, just missing the giardinara! I'm craving Portillo's from Oregon now.

[@johng5710]

And no cheese!

[@Katrina-pg6hk]

I'm thoroughly enjoying these food vlogs! Not only do you get to see awesome food you get to see the amazing buildings and scenery all around. Love it!! Thanks!!

[@jamescox5626]

Every day when I watch these I get so hungry.

[@deborahguerra-sievers1778]

Glad you went all of Portillo's food is fantastic!

[@kosh2001]

And celery salt on top. They're called sport peppers and no KETCHUP on any dogs in Chicago is the rule...actually some dog stands don't have any ketchup on the premises. Next time you should try the Maxwell St Polish w/mustard & grilled onions:) Also they do ship nation wide!

[@ronbrower4026]

Thank you Adam, you are my eyes to see what is happening in the world! Some day soon I pray I will be able to experience the same joy exploring life out in the real world like you do!

[@rhondaz356]

That looked so DELICIOUS. YUMMY YUMMY... It looks like you and Ken enjoyed, Adam... What a great series. 🤠🤗😊👍

[@mammainvader7643]

Chocolate cake shake, cheese fries and a beef with mozzarella and peppers!! Yumm!!!

[@ROCKSTAR-sd8vv]

Chicago in da house 😎. Those are sport peppers Adam. Good choice on the Chicago style hotdog. Try the "big beef" sandwich next time 👌. Love your vids buddy

[@lisadutton7998]

Aw, Portillo’s. One of the few things I miss from Chicago living 💞. Your video made my mouth water because I know how good it is.

[@loudawg4473]

We live in L.A. and have family in Chicago. They always talk about Jimmy's hotdogs and Portillo's. We are definitely going to stop by the Buena Park Portillo's to see what they have raving about all these years. Looks delicious! 😋

[@marybailey-gates3116]

That chocolate cake shake sounds amazing! I'm glad to see you guys enjoying life.

[@fuzer909]

Mary, it is a very good shake that I get everytime there.

[@brianlaughlin8974]

At Portillo's the little green peppers are called "sport peppers."

[@davidwatts4517]

And you have to be a good sport to want to eat them because they're so dang hot!

[@johng5710]

@@davidwatts4517 Nah

[@alexcarter8807]

That's funny, in gardening, an unusual (shape, size, etc) vegetable is called a "sport"

[@Cheeseburger.Launch.Sequence]

Sport peppers are the actual peppers name. Probably isolated from Tabasco or some other Southwest, NA variety. In Southwestern and TexMex cooking it would be used as any other mild heat green or red chile.

[@nellgrill3845]

Sport peppers are less spicy than any type of jalapeno... Super

[@judyfrietsch6477]

I love Portillo’s. My daughter came home from Texas the other day, the first thing she wanted is Portillo’s

[@violetbowie4567]

When the food is so good it makes you headbang.

[@DaveVCrockett]

"birds in the tree up there"... Adam, I was expecting, "Hitchcock would be proud!".... Enjoying the streams, keep it up :)

[@tascabron6462]

I always pass by this place thanks to you I discover

[@JadeOart]

I say "I shall" every time.

[@disneygal3566]

As do I

[@judyoger]

I am ashamed to say I have a Portillo's in the city closest to where I live and I have never eaten there. But lord almighty, watching you unwrap the food made me soooooooooo hungry.

[@CarlaWesolek]

You have to go there. Something for everyone. Delicious. Please try it.

[@dawnkotecki7887]

Wisconsin, Florida, Illinois, Indiana, California, and Arizona are where you can find Portillo’s. TEXAS needs one!!!

[@johnjackson4679]

Woo, this Series means alot to Me. I spent the 1st 65 yrs of My life in SoCal. Been up in NorCal for 6 Yrs now. It's so great to see the Cities,Eateries and Parks fm the old stomping grounds. Thanks for sharing!!!

[@tonyramos7371]

Thanks for the video I’m from Chicago and now live here in California. I didn’t know Portillos being out here until now. I will be going ASAP

[@pandj76]

The chocolate cake is amazing at Portillo's. Didn't know you could get a shake version. The lemon cake they do seasonally is the best cake I have ever had, no joke. The strawberry shortcake is amazing, as well.

[@menotyou1874]

The reason the chocolate cake is so moist is they add mayonnaise to it, no joke.

[@vtecrkp]

Takes us 4.5-5 hours to get to Chicago. We still go once a year for Portillos, Superdawg, and pizza(varies on where we get pizza). The food at those places are so good. Try Portillos italian beef sandwich too.

[@ellenfitzgerald3870]

From Chicago here and the Italian beef only resembles a French Dip in the fact that both have shaved beef. The seasoning is very different and Portillo's is the best when it comes to Italian Beef Sandwiches. If you like peppers get the sweet peppers with cheese and get it dipped. It's an experience!

[@worldofmicah]

Heck yes! There’s one in Tampa and supposedly one being built by WDW

[@jamescox5626]

Dear Mr Woo: I love your new series on food . Today I was driving past Portillo’s. I had a chili dog and it was good although I do prefer their beef dip. A place I may recommend is Carneys on Sunset. They have the best chili burger around . Thanks Mr Woo.

[@ricknineg]

You've done this 30 days....non-stop. Hard work and very entertaining!

[@TheDailyWoo]

Thank you it’s been fun

[@mikem5452]

Adam the usual Chicago way to eat an Italian beef is to have it dipped. The whole sandwich is nice and covered in the beef juices. The soggy bread is one of the best parts.

[@nellgrill3845]

Agree. & Mine also with sweet peppers

[@jennifergreiner2496]

It’s 0930 and I’m hungry for a hot dog, shake and onion rings now! Thanks ATW! 🤤😁. Side note-I wonder if you can add a chocolate cake slice to a strawberry shake?! Too much?

[@ChadInOKC]

Oh man, every time I go to Chicago for work, I get off the plane and head straight to Portillo's! Awesome VLOG Adam!

[@TheDailyWoo]

Heck yea

[@covinabornhippy]

The Italian beef with Italian sausage is the BOMB. Had several of them while visiting Chicago.

[@rspister]

I miss Johnnie’s in Elmwood Park.

[@kevinmccarthy1076]

Potillos is the best! One of the few good things about living in the Chicago area

[@hermalindasalais3638]

🤩😎🌭🌭🍦🍰🥒love Ken saying lifting the shake is excersising.

[@pinklilac7]

Vanilla seems to be a taste for the mature taste buds. I now love it myself and always thought the same as you when I was younger. A vanilla shake can be perfection.

[@XanBos]

I just have to say your food series has been VERY entertaining! I have not kept up on each and every one, but I will go back and view the ones I missed. Rule of thumb on chili: on hotdogs, no beans. In a bowl, beans. I love it both ways as well.

[@TheDailyWoo]

Thanks so much for watching

[@XanBos]

@@TheDailyWoo its always a thrill to watch!

[@Disposition22]

I miss Portillo's Italian beef. Went there alot when living in Chicago.

[@joewojtecki9991]

Portillo's chopped salad Is my jam. Crystal Lake Illinois is my home Portillo's. Ch-ch-ch-ch-ch-ch hu-hu-hu-hu-hu-hu

[@sarahruth3579]

Gurnee, IL ...Portillo’s chopped salad is the best 🙌❤️😋

[@GreenJeep1998]

Been there a few times, I typically go to the St. Charles location but until recently would head up your way once a month.

[@moonchild-711]

Chicago - Oh YEEESSSS!!! ALL their salads are spectacular and very generous!!

[@tccompaq]

@@sarahruth3579 just moved up to gurnee from lombard/Elmhurst area glad they had a portillos just wished they had Buona Beef

[@kandicejanusz1829]

@@tccompaq south suburbs here. Crestwood is the closest one to me, but usually go to the Willowbrook location.

[@paulsteven2688]

Adam trying his best to wangle another onion ring from Ken 😂

[@thedorseyway]

Lol!

[@robertbish2789]

Always good to see Ken in your videos

[@rjkral]

That place is great. Decor is great. Building is great. Vibe is great. Food is great. Service is great. Everyone who goes there is great!! Fun video...looks so good now I’m craving it!!

[@bextar6365]

GREAT GRRRRR-8 !

[@Dave_Boyer]

If I lived in California, I’d be 600 lbs. So many good places to eat, such a variety.

[@rthielenho]

I live less then a mile from the Elmhurst, IL location. Beef and Cheddar Croissants and Chopped Salads are awesome!

[@KonczalProductions]

I love portillos from Chicago here I miss my big beef, dipped, w/ peppers

[@rat-rodsbargrille2200]

You know it’s a dang good dog when Adams head banging after every bite. Haha 🤘😎🤘

[@susandance8330]

This 👆

[@TheOldrampratt]

Looks delicious! Adam have you tried Chronic Tacos? I know you like Tacos!

[@ashwhole666]

This made me want hotdogs for breakfast

[@alexcarter8807]

Come on, who doesn't want hot dogs for breakfast?

[@mariangarcia706]

Thanks, Adam! Can’t wait till you visit Jimboy’s!

[@mikeprice8186]

i didn't think I would enjoy watching someone eating fast food for 30 days. But I have watched every one and want to go to Southern California and check out the fast food. Thank you, Woo.

[@CharlesEzakichi]

The chopped salad is great... Edit. "Is a Chicago dog like an Italian Beef...." You have to come back to Chicago and get a Chicago food tour. The peppers are sport pepers.

[@anumiller7140]

Orlando Florida will be getting a Portillo's Hot Dog some time this year,so I have something to look forward to also a White Castle

[@timholder6461]

Be better than anything in OC CALI

[@comfeefort]

California doesn't have a White Castle and it really peeves Me

[@TheLostfoundation]

There's one in Brandon Florida if you can't wait

[@nellgrill3845]

Adam, ! When u talked of a ""Chicago dog"""I started listening! Portillo's is da' best! Italian beef with sweet peppers, next time for your pleasure. Super vid...

[@ChadDeLanzo]

Italian Beef / Sausage Combo dipped with hot peppers is orgasmic!

[@Rmissjen9]

Yes! They have one in Maple Grove, Minnesota. Very delicious food. The atmosphere in the place is so cool and fun!

[@HEYMANWITHJAYMAN]

Best chili cheese dogs hands down!! Pretty much best hot dogs around too. Also love the sausage and beef sandwich. AWESOME interior / decor. Love vintage signs and this place is packed with them!

[@TheDailyWoo]

It’s a great place !

[@HEYMANWITHJAYMAN]

@@TheDailyWoo 100% agree!

[@fointnikfraudulant]

Thanks to this food series, am totally back to everyday viewing of The Daily Woo! And I couldn’t be happier about that :)

[@lisacubbon8508]

Awesome. A Chicago favorite

[@debi1451]

The dogs look great Adam!. My favorite dogs are New York Style. They are yummy!.

[@biglove2487]

Love your shows brother. Look forward to seeing it every night.

[@jessikachu3893]

Can confirm: Portillos is a way of life in Illinois.

[@maureencora1]

I Love Chicago (southside)

[@debbiethompson8527]

I learned they have Portillo’s in Az from reading your chat and I will be making the stop very soon. Spoiling us again Woo!

[@Trails2Explore]

It is amazing! Shea near the 101

[@lindaburgess1508]

They have one at Tempe Marketplace as well

[@harrisonmantooth3647]

@@lindaburgess1508 How about Peoria or Glendale, any close by there?

[@stephandkev2156]

Harrison Mantooth there’s 2 locations in Scottsdale and in Tempe

[@ilov3musicforever706]

Harrison Mantooth there’s one in Avondale 103rd and McDowell rd

[@mattofaptos]

Oh, yeah, I was hoping you'd go there...I love the Italian Beef and Cake Shake.

[@michaelgorman6094]

Portillo's has great food. They are building a location in Lake Buena Vista, Florida. Not to far from Celebration, Fl.

[@rmannayr2129]

THAT CHOCOLATE CAKE SHAKE LOOKS SO GOOD!!!!

[@pauls3392]

Ken’s awesome and a great cameo guest star. So I’m coming to SoCal in August. At least gimme your top 5 must eats while I’m there. Please!

[@seandooley9840]

The quote at the 8:18 mark had me laughing and is also relatable: “that I know nothing about food...other than the fact that it tastes really good.” Lol.

[@loralou-djflowerdove]

Best part, @19:32 - - - > "I'm a sucker for a good shake"!! Lol You go, Adam!! Love it...pun intended.

[@TheaterBobster]

You are experiencing, "a party in your mouth". A friend of mine told me that. Thanks for the video :-)

[@karlastone3361]

I've actually never wanted to go to California until now. This series makes me want to go just for the food. Lol

[@jeffalbillar7625]

This is just the drop in the bucket

[@SmokyMountainBlessed]

Ya ain’t a kidding, the food locations look good, but I wanted to go sometime anyway for the theme and old timey fun stuff (haven’t been to California in years)

[@trdrav4]

There are plenty of portillos in other states. No need to come here just for them.

[@jeffalbillar7625]

@@trdrav4 I think that she was referring to the series as a whole, not just Portillo's.

[@jeffalbillar7625]

@@SmokyMountainBlessed You have a California Soul, maybe. You must if you're named Joy Blessed Life.

[@ShawnKodi]

Grew up in Addison, IL the birthplace of Portillo's, ate many hot dogs and Italian beef dipped with sweet and hot peppers. I lived near the Portillo's family residence and have been to a couple parties back when they still lived in Illinois. Still live very near a Portillo's and still visit regularly.

[@richkurtz6053]

There are so many wonderful items on Portillo's menu. Next time I would suggest a Maxwell Street Polish Sausage or a beef and sausage. Please end the meal with a slice of Chocolate cake. You will thank your taste buds. I'm off to Portillo's now.

[@minutemark]

That Chicago dog reminds me of the old Carl's Jr. hot dogs. They were my favorite!

[@dp4auburn]

Ken’s definitely my favorite co-star of this series. Some of the other ones are bit too much personality sometimes. Ken is just there to enjoy a meal and throw a little character in every now and then. Good stuff.

[@kandicejanusz1829]

Portillo's is a Chicagoland staple. Love my portillo's. Always packed here. So glad I live 5 mins from one in the Chicago suburbs

[@johng5710]

The true Chicago way to get a beef sandwich is dipped in the gravy...and I order it with both sweet and hot peppers and no cheese. Also, happy that Adam didn't put any ketchup on his dog lol

[@bextar6365]

The first ever Portillo's started out in his small $500. trailer in Villa Park.IL 8 or 9 miles west of Chicago on North Av. It was out in front of a Wards outlet store 3 miles from my home. A real Chicago dog has a poppy seed bun with the works including Sport peppers. Never ever with Catsup added. A true Chicago Italian beef comes on French bread { dipped in the beef juice is a option} with Green peppers and mild or hot Giardiniera that's a standard beef there..

[@Chrisb8s]

I used to know a girl at work and she always smelled so good. I asked her one day. “What is that fragrance/cologne?” She said. “Vanilla, Everyone loves the smell of cookies” Yes vanilla smells good.

[@bigbadwillie2]

The second Portillo's in California is in Moreno valley. We have two Portillo's in the Phoenix AZ area. You had two of my favorite items. The chili dog and the chicago dog. I lived in the Chicago area for 30 years so I have eaten at Portillo's a lot

[@VegasLoungeAct]

The "snap" is famous on Vienna Beef Hot Dogs (from Chicago)

[@shaunspeers2656]

I have to get one anytime I’m in the Chicagoland area. It’s the only hot dog I’ll eat with mustard. They are the best!!

[@bobbybutler4199]

OH MAN - time for lunch :) !!! Thanks for taking us along on your little trips, Adam - well worth it :) !

[@saynesworldrocks]

The best hotdogs 🌭 I've EVER had. I really miss Portillos when I was visiting Chicago. Amazing its in the O.C. -J.s.

[@claysomsel3760]

I ate there for the first time this week I also had the Chicago dog best Chicago dog I've ever had and I've even had Chicago dogs right on Navy Pier

[@annaleefinch7266]

My family and I used to go to their as we lived in 1 town west of Villa Park, IL. I would get the polish sausage, my brother loved the Italian Beef.

[@QueenBeeBeautyXO]

I want to try Portillo's. The park your at,my granddaughter skateboards there. Back in the back is a skate park.I really love this series!💖

[@Greg01071960]

I remember year ago that being a nice park , we stopped to eat in the park a few times

[@LilBogieBoy]

Really enjoyed the daily food reviews! Loved each one! Very interesting 30 days!

[@smokewagon7268]

OMG... Adam, When you go to Portillos you must get an Italian beef. Ask for it "wet"! When I lived in Chicago, I ate there at least 2 times a week or I went to Johnny's when I wanted a beef. Portillos literally dip the whole sandwich in the auju. And if it's done right, it isn't soggy. Also the peppers they put on them are called Giardiniera peppers! I am soooo jealous right now! Makes me want to drive to south Florida just to get one!

[@loveswayright]

Lead on big the foot 👣 Italian beef is GOOOOD. Ah. And Chicago dogs... yep, I lived near Chicago and in ILLINOIS too. Yep. I moved around AloT. Miss the traveling. Another good food review. Loving the Trees❣️😉🙏😎🧚‍♀️

[@videosforkidswautism3554]

There is also a Portillo’s Hot Dogs in Moreno Valley.

[@chriskendrick883]

ive been to that one..very good

[@katieroo1980]

I came to say this exact thing! I grew up there

[@helgabullabong]

30 days of awesome food reviews. All those new cravings for Future Adam!