Specializes In Wilmette's Finest Hot Dogs - Irving's for Red Hot Lovers

3207 Lake Ave # B, Wilmette, IL 60091 (847) 251-6300

Our Story

Irvings's For Red Hot Lover's has been your destination for delicious food since 1975. Founded by Irving Greensphan, his son Andrew runs the family owned business keeping it the local legend it is all around the Chicagoland area.

The Irving's legacy includes a mouthful of achievements including multiple food industry news such as Top Dog -Top 5, Critic's Choice Award best Hot Dogs, Featured on Food Network's Food Finds', Highlighted on ABC 'Hungry Hound', Guest on The Mancow Show' favorite Chili Dog - to name a few! Over the decades we've always been proud to serve the best sausages and the highest quality products.

We love seeing familiar faces from all over the city - and across state lines - of folks coming in to enjoy their favorite food. Try some of our traditional staples or a special off the Big Iry's menu or some of your favorite healthy items such as Beyond Burgers and many more options. Dine in or pick up and eat in the comfort of your home. We're The Hot Dog Store That's a Whole Lot More!

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Google Reviews

Paul Kim

Excellent food, great workers, great management. I've been coming here for the past 20+ years since I was 8 years old. When I came by the restaurant today I was greeted by the same friendly workers and thanked by the owner Andy on my way out.

Faraday Sage (Faraday)

This is the original, I remember the one on Dempster and Bronx in Skokie, later became Mage's. Stopped in Friday, one of the original guys was there, chatted a bit. Said we'd be in more often and talked about the other store.

Jennifer Brennan

For a treat that can not be beat, enjoy the special "grilled jumbo dog with cheddar and bacon". Get it the way tge owner, Andy, recommends - mustard, grilled onions and dill pickles. (Oh, yeah, I add saurkraut.) This is what I reward myself with when I have worked too hard! Rejuvenates me every time!

Bill Hoerter

Andy Greenspan and his dad started this great joint probably 50 or so years ago after I'd been out of New Trier, moved to Colorado, and came back craving a real Chicago hotdog & cheese fries in the 70's. All I can tell you is that this is simply one of the all-time greatest stands ever if you love our local sandwich & grill delicacies.

Mike Koerner

Great Chicago style hotdog stand that serves merkts cheddar my favorite. Owner is always behind the counter he works fast and efficiently. This place is old school and will even hook up condiments! Great seasoned cris cut fries, hot dogs, Italian beef, gyros, and beyond.

Tony C

Oh come on if you haven't been here for the char cheddar burger you haven't lived. I know dramatic but I love this place been going here for decades? Also the criss cut fries with the cheddar is great. They use the good Wisconsin cheddar like Wiener circle.