Welcome to Red Hot Ranch
Red Hot Ranch, a beloved neighborhood spot in Chicago, offers affordable and delicious burgers and dogs. With fresh-cut fries and a cozy, divey atmosphere, this cash-only joint under the L tracks is a must-visit for a quick and satisfying meal. Customer reviews rave about the juicy burgers, flavorful sauces, and friendly staff. The double cheese smash burger and polish dog with fries are standout menu items. Outdoor seating, fast service, and Chicago vibes make Red Hot Ranch a top choice for a casual dining experience. Don't miss out on this gem for a classic Chicago meal.
- 2449 W Armitage Ave, Chicago, IL 60647, United States2449 W Armitage Ave, Chicago, IL 60647, United States Hotline: +1 773-772-6020
Red Hot Ranch, located in Chicago on 2449 W Armitage Ave, is a hidden gem for hot dog, sandwich, and burger lovers. This divey and casual spot offers a unique dining experience with its outdoor seating and moderate noise level. The menu includes a variety of options such as the double cheeseburger, Chicago hot dog, and the highly recommended smash burger.
Customers rave about the quality and taste of the food at Red Hot Ranch. The double cheeseburger is said to be out of this world, with juicy patties and flavorful toppings. The fries are also a favorite among diners, crispy and seasoned to perfection. Prices are reasonable, making it a great spot for a quick lunch or late-night bite.
Despite being cash only, Red Hot Ranch's affordable prices and delicious food keep customers coming back for more. The friendly staff and unique dining atmosphere under the L tracks add to the overall experience. Whether you're a fan of burgers, hot dogs, or sandwiches, Red Hot Ranch is a must-visit spot in Chicago.

THE neighborhood spot for anytime cheeseburgers and fries. They cut the fries fresh right when you order?! When you gotta have a decent burger and fries at a reasonable price, this is the place.

Looking for affordable, quick and delicious burgers and dogs? Red Hot Ranch is your spot. Cash only located right underneath the L tracks which adds to the Chi Town feels. The double smash burger, fries and drink for a whopping $10.50! The fries tasted fresh cut and the burger was greasy and packed with flavor. Friendly staff flipping delicious burgers and dogs at an affordable price. Worth the visit.

This is a great spot for a quick and reliably good bite. The polish dog (onions, mustard, peppers) w/ fries is a personal favorite. The burger are great; smash patty with special sauce. The double cheese is the way to go. Great location with a parking and picnic tables outside to eat. Great vibes on a summer day. Always friendly and fast service.

1st stop from airport, did not disappoint as start of Chicago dog tour. 2 of 3 loved the depression style addition of fries, for 3rd removing and eating fries seperate not a biggy. With that don't mind the no poppy seeds. The free earplugs so you can eat at a table under the L was needed. Steamed dog, roll great, the dragged through the garden toppings gave it an amazing overall taste. 2 of 3 want more celery salt, with the anti-celary salt contingent happy. The soft and squished and wrapped and covered in fries does not make this the most photogenic dog, but made it yummy. Friendly staff. Researched and went 4 best Chicago Dog places, did not disappoint, once you are in top tier you can and we did argue if this best. If want depression style (with fries in/on) go here. As a Mainer, the redhot confused me as our Red Dnappers are bright red dogs.

cash only, delicious and cheap hot dogs, fries are ok but we're here for the dogs. Some seating outside if weather permits

I heard the RHR Smash burger was good. I heard right! Stopped by during work for a quick lunch and got the Smash burger. It was pretty awesome. The fries are great too! A lot of people are offering a good Smash burger these days but for a quick fix, Red Hot Ranch delivers! Would definitely get this again. A lot of people were in there at the time but you receive your food quick! Perfectly cooked. I'm sure they have a good hot dog or polish too but the smash burger hits! Definitely try one. Thanks

After watching YouTubers "Number Six with Cheese"videos on the Chicago burger scene, I made the trek from Rockford down to the Red Hot Ranch on Armitage. I ordered the highly recommended double cheese smash burger and fries with a drink - the total was $10.50 for all items. Dining was outside under L tracks - let me tell you that train is LOUD when it roars over you! Very Cool The burger was good! It reminded me a lot of my years in LA eating at In & Out. The fries appeared to be handcut & seasoned with salt pretty well. Thank you Sean and Cory

Great hotdog. Amazing fries. Super fast service. Nice dining area outside. What more do you want? You should eat here

I love this place. They have the best burgers and fries for a good price. The burger was juicy and love their sauce that they put on it. The fries are really good and flavorful. Just be aware it's cash only. But don't worry, they do have an ATM on site. Highly recommend.