Before there was a McDonald’s on each corner and a gas station in every town, there was this iconic Illinois restaurant that has been popular for over 70 years – and, if you’re a true Illinoisan, you need to visit. Hot dog lovers will find themselves in heaven.

If you haven’t eaten at this gem, you’re missing out. Keep scrolling to find out what all makes this place an old-fashioned favorite.

In River Grove, not far from the Des Plaines River, Gene and Jude's has been serving up Chicagoland's best hot dogs since 1946.
Facebook/Chicago's Gene & Jude's Hot Dogs Since 1946
The restaurant has gained so much popularity that it has won awards and has been featured on television networks and in magazines. It is considered by many to have the #1 hot dog in America.
Facebook/Chicago's Gene & Jude's Hot Dogs Since 1946
It bills itself as a "no seats, no ketchup, no pretense, no nonsense" restaurant, and though there was a time when the menu was slightly more expansive, it currently only sells hot dogs and fries.
Facebook/Chicago's Gene & Jude's Hot Dogs Since 1946

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The iconic Chicago hot dog is served on a bun with yellow mustard, chopped white onions, sweet pickle relish, a dill pickle spear, tomato slices, pickled sport peppers, and celery salt.
Facebook/Chicago's Gene & Jude's Hot Dogs Since 1946
Facebook/Chicago's Gene & Jude's Hot Dogs Since 1946
This incredible restaurant serves hot dogs with all that and a pile of fries. You haven't had a real frank until you've had one from this place.
Facebook/Chicago's Gene & Jude's Hot Dogs Since 1946
Kids of all ages love this fun and fast hot dog stand, so grab the whole family and get in line for the tastiest dinner in Illinois. But bring your own ketchup, if you're into that sort of thing.
Facebook/Chicago's Gene & Jude's Hot Dogs Since 1946

Gene and Jude’s is located at 2720 River Road in River Grove, and you can get more information on its website or Facebook page.

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