Just got back from a trip to my hometown of Chicago.
It's been a while and I had been looking forward to making a run to all the popular hot dog joints I grew up with. The Gene & Jude's, Superdawg, etc.. and a couple other less famous area hole in the walls.
Man was I disappointed! These "authentic" stands have gone downhill. Squished and soggy buns, weak condiments and limp fries. They have become soulless food factories. After a week of that I was looking forward to coming back to Franks where they care about quality.
Who would have figured you would have to go half across the country to Surprise Arizona to experience a true authentic Chicago hotdog, beef & fries made as they were intended. I plan on bringing some of my Chicago friends to Franks so they can experience what they are missing!