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    AL’S HOT DOGS - LONG GROVE

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    DOGS
    AL’S SMASH BURGERS
    CHICAGO FAVORITES
    100% BEEF TALLOW FRIES
    PIZZA
    9 INCH PREMIUM SUBS
    FRESH SALADS
    PASTA
    OLD-FASHIONED SODA FOUNTAIN
    HOMEMADE DESSERTS
    DRINKS

    DOGS

    • CHICAGO-STYLE HOT DOG

      Our premium all-beef Chicago dog is served on a steamed poppy seed bun and piled high with yellow mustard, bright green relish, fresh onions, tomato wedges, a crisp pickle spear, our signature house-pickled sport peppers, and celery salt—the classic Chicago dog, elevated with homemade ingredients.
      $5.00
    • MAXWELL STREET POLISH

      Our premium all-beef Polish sausage is grilled to perfection and served on a steamed poppy seed bun, then piled high with sweet caramelized onions, roasted green peppers, our signature house-pickled sport peppers, and classic yellow mustard. A Chicago favorite, elevated with homemade ingredients.
      $7.00

    AL’S SMASH BURGERS

    • ALL-AMERICAN SMASHBURGER

      Two fresh premium beef patties, smashed to perfection and cooked the old-fashioned way, topped with melted American cheese, crisp lettuce, vine-ripened tomato, fresh onions, pickles, ketchup, and mayo on a toasted sesame seed bun.
      $9.00
    • SPICY SERRANO SMASHBURGER

      Two fresh premium beef patties, smashed to perfection and topped with our creamy house-made white cheese sauce, sweet caramelized onions cooked with 100% beef tallow, Serrano peppers, crisp pickles, and our signature mustard sauce on a toasted sesame seed bun.
      $10.00
    • AL’S SIGNATURE SMASHBURGER

      Two fresh premium beef patties, smashed to perfection and layered with our creamy house-made white cheese sauce, slow-caramelized sweet onions cooked in 100% beef tallow, crisp pickles, and house garlic aioli on a toasted sesame seed bun.
      $10.00

    CHICAGO FAVORITES

    • AL’S ITALIAN BEEF (9 INCH)

      Our signature 9-inch sandwich piled high with thin-sliced premium beef, slow-roasted in our rich house au jus and served on fresh French bread. Order it dry, dipped, or extra juicy with your choice of our signature homemade roasted sweet peppers or hot giardiniera.
      $12.00
    • AL’S COMBO - ITALIAN BEEF & SAUSAGE COMBO (9 INCH)

      Chicago’s ultimate sandwich. Our 9-inch French bread is loaded with thin-sliced premium Italian beef, slow-roasted in our rich house au jus, and our premium roasted Italian sausage, crafted with authentic Italian seasonings. Order it dry, dipped, or extra juicy and finished with our signature homemade roasted sweet peppers or hot giardiniera for the perfect Chicago bite.
      $14.00
    • AL’S PHILLY CHEESESTEAK (9 INCH)

      Our signature 9-inch Philly Cheesesteak is stacked with freshly grilled, thin-sliced premium Ribeye, sweet onions caramelized in 100% beef tallow, and our creamy house-made white cheese sauce on fresh sesame bread. Simple, rich, and packed with flavor.
      $12.00
    • AL’S PREMIUM ROASTED ITALIAN SAUSAGE (9 INCH)

      Our 9-inch sandwich features a premium roasted Italian sausage, seasoned with authentic Italian spices and served on fresh French bread with our signature homemade roasted sweet peppers or hot house giardiniera.
      $8.00
    • AL’S SPICY FRIED CHICKEN SANDWICH

      A massive, fresh chicken breast hand-battered and fried to crispy perfection in 100% beef tallow, then topped with our homemade creamy coleslaw, crunchy pickles, and our signature hot sauce on a toasted sesame bun.
      $9.00
    • TAMALE

      A true Chicago classic. Our premium beef tamale is wrapped in traditional corn masa, steamed until tender, and served just the way generations of Chicagoans have enjoyed it.
      $4.00

    100% BEEF TALLOW FRIES

    • BEEF TALLOW FRIES

      Golden, crispy thick-cut fries fried the old-fashioned way in 100% beef tallow—never seed oils—for rich flavor and the perfect crunch.
      $4.00
    • BEEF TALLOW CHEESE FRIES

      Golden, crispy thick-cut fries fried the old-fashioned way in 100% beef tallow, then smothered with our rich, creamy house-made white cheese sauce. Never seed oils.
      $6.00

    PIZZA

    • Al's Thin Crust Tavern Style Pizza Slice

      Choose your toppings
      OUT OF STOCK
      $3.50
    • Al's Thin Crust Tavern Style Pizza Whole

      16" size pizza. Choose your toppings
      OUT OF STOCK
      $19.00

    9 INCH PREMIUM SUBS

    • ITALIAN SUB

      Our hearty 9-inch Italian sub is stacked with imported Italian meats including capicola, prosciutto, Italian ham, and soppressata, layered with provolone cheese, crisp lettuce, vine-ripened tomatoes, red onion, and our signature house-made Italian vinaigrette crafted with extra virgin olive oil, all on fresh sesame bread.
      $12.00
    • TURKEY SUB

      Our hearty 9-inch turkey sub features premium thin-sliced turkey breast and provolone cheese, topped with crisp lettuce, vine-ripened tomatoes, red onion, and our house-made basil pesto made with extra virgin olive oil, all served on fresh sesame bread.
      $12.00
    • AL’S CAPRESE SUB

      Our fresh 9-inch Caprese sub is layered with creamy fresh mozzarella, vine-ripened tomatoes, roasted red peppers, fresh basil, our house-made basil pesto, and a drizzle of aged balsamic glaze, all served on fresh sesame bread.
      $11.00
    • COLD ROAST BEEF SUB

      Our hearty 9-inch roast beef sub is piled high with tender, thin-sliced premium roast beef and provolone cheese, finished with crisp lettuce, vine-ripened tomatoes, red onion, and our creamy house-made horseradish sauce on fresh sesame bread.
      $12.00

    FRESH SALADS

    • AL’S CAESAR SALAD

      Fresh romaine lettuce, vine-ripened tomatoes, homemade garlic croutons, freshly grated Parmesan cheese, and our creamy house-made Caesar dressing.
      $12.00
    • AL’S GREEK SALAD

      Fresh romaine lettuce, vine-ripened tomatoes, cucumbers, red onion, Kalamata olives, pepperoncini, imported feta cheese, and our house-made Greek dressing made with extra virgin olive oil.
      $13.00

    PASTA

    Every pasta is cooked al dente and finished with house-made sauces, crafted from freshly grated premium cheeses.
    • AL’S PENNE ALFREDO

      Perfectly al dente penne pasta tossed in our rich, creamy house-made Alfredo sauce, crafted from fresh cream, real butter, and freshly grated premium cheeses for a smooth, velvety finish.
      $12.00
    • AL’S HOUSE MAC & CHEESE

      Perfectly al dente macaroni smothered in our signature house-made cheese sauce, crafted from freshly grated premium cheeses and served hot, rich, and irresistibly creamy. Then the description makes it clear where the homemade element is: Perfectly al dente elbow macaroni smothered in Mario’s signature house-made cheese sauce, crafted from freshly grated premium cheeses and served hot, creamy, and comforting.
      $8.00

    OLD-FASHIONED SODA FOUNTAIN

    • BANANA SPLIT SUNDAE

      Three generous scoops of our fresh homemade frozen custard, served over a fresh banana and topped with your choice of our house-made strawberry, chocolate, or buttery caramel sauce, finished with whipped cream, sprinkles, and three cherries.
      $7.00
    • CUSTARD SUNDAE

      Our fresh homemade frozen custard topped with your choice of our house-made strawberry, chocolate, or caramel sauce, then finished with whipped cream, sprinkles, and a cherry.
      $5.00
    • ROOT BEER FLOAT

      Rich root beer poured over a generous scoop of our homemade fresh frozen custard, creating the perfect creamy, frothy float, finished with whipped cream and a cherry on top.
      $6.00
    • ORANGE CREAMSICLE FLOAT

      Bright, bubbly orange soda poured over our rich homemade vanilla frozen custard, then topped with whipped cream and a cherry. A creamy, fizzy soda fountain classic that tastes just like a Dreamsicle.
      $6.00
    • STRAWBERRY CUSTARD SHAKE

      Our fresh homemade frozen custard blended with our house-made strawberry sauce into a rich, creamy shake, then topped with whipped cream and a cherry.
      $5.00
    • CHOCOLATE CUSTARD SHAKE

      Our fresh homemade frozen custard blended with our rich house-made chocolate sauce into a thick, old-fashioned shake, then topped with whipped cream and a cherry.
      $5.00
    • VANILLA CUSTARD SHAKE

      Our fresh homemade Vanilla Bean Frozen Custard, made with real vanilla bean, is blended into a thick, creamy old-fashioned shake and topped with whipped cream and a cherry.
      $5.00
    • HOMEMADE FROZEN CUSTARD

      Made fresh in-house every day with real vanilla beans and premium European chocolate. Our classic Vanilla and Chocolate are always available, along with rotating daily and weekly specialty flavors.
      $4.00
    • HOMEMADE LEMON ITALIAN ICE

      Our scratch-made Italian ice is crafted with real lemons for a bright, refreshing burst of citrus flavor. Light, smooth, and the perfect way to cool off.
      $4.00
    • HOMEMADE VEGAN COCONUT ICE CREAM

      Made fresh in-house using real fresh coconut and rich coconut cream for an incredibly smooth, creamy dairy-free dessert with pure tropical flavor.
      $4.00

    HOMEMADE DESSERTS

    • WARM FUDGE BROWNIE À LA MODE

      A warm, homemade fudge brownie topped with a scoop of your choice of our rich homemade frozen custard and finished with your choice of homemade strawberry, chocolate, or caramel sauce. A warm-and-cold classic made even better.
      $5.00+
    • HOMEMADE VANILLA BEAN RICE PUDDING

      Made from scratch with creamy milk, slow-cooked rice, real vanilla bean, and a touch of cinnamon for a rich, comforting homemade classic.
      $5.00
    • HOMEMADE BUTTERSCOTCH PUDDING

      Scratch-made with real butter, brown sugar, and fresh vanilla bean. Finished with whipped cream and a crunchy imported cannoli shell for the perfect balance of creamy and crisp.
      $5.00
    • CHOCOLATE FUDGE CAKE (SLICE)

      One generous slice of our homemade Chocolate Fudge Cake, layered and frosted with our rich, silky chocolate fudge ganache and finished with the same smooth chocolate topping. Rich, creamy, and made for true chocolate lovers.
      $5.00
    • CHOCOLATE FUDGE CAKE

      12 full slices of Our homemade Chocolate Fudge Cake. It is layered and frosted with a rich, silky chocolate fudge ganache that’s unbelievably smooth and creamy. Finished with the same luscious chocolate ganache on top for a decadent chocolate experience in every bite.
      $49.00
    • FRESH STRAWBERRY CAKE (SLICE)

      One generous slice of our homemade strawberry cake, made with real fresh strawberries and layered with our signature fresh strawberry cream. Finished with the same light strawberry cream on top for the perfect fresh and creamy treat.
      $5.00
    • FRESH STRAWBERRY CAKE

      12 full slices of cake. Made with real fresh strawberries in every bite. Moist strawberry cake layered and frosted with our homemade fresh strawberry cream, then finished with the same light, fluffy strawberry cream on top. A fresh, creamy strawberry lover’s dream.
      $49.00

    DRINKS

    • Can soda

      $2.50
    • Bottled Water

      $2.00

    All hours
    Sunday11:00 am - 8:00 pm
    MondayClosed
    TuesdayClosed
    Wednesday11:00 am - 9:00 pm
    Thursday11:00 am - 9:00 pm
    Friday11:00 am - 9:00 pm
    Saturday11:00 am - 9:00 pm
    Restaurant info

    Welcome to Al’s Hot Dogs! Long Grove’s first 1950s-style restaurant serving Chicago classics since 1957. Enjoy authentic Chicago dogs, Italian beef, char-grilled burgers, 100% beef tallow fries, frozen custard, milkshakes, and more—all made fresh to order. Whether you’re dining in, taking out, or ordering online, expect great food, friendly service, and a nostalgic trip back to the golden days of the American diner.

    Location

    3970 Illinois 22, Long Grove, IL 60047

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