The sausage burger was kind of gross and I didn't like it. The fries were very cheap and to tasty at all a d this place is pretty much the fast food equivalent of a dive bar nothing cool inside including the workers. The place looks like it is from the fifties and Inthink it hasn't been remodel
(2)
Rob Z.
Good food and worth it. Very good hamburgers with are made for cheap days, they will fill you up and satisfy your taste and craving for that really good cheeseburger. I go for the hamburger/cheeseburger , but their fries are also extremely good.
(5)
Alonso G.
As much as i try to stay away from fast food, Shortys manages to reel me back in with their Feta Chicken Pita. Delicious grilled chicken breast with a creamy, garlicky feta sauce, lettuce, tomato and onions on a warm grilled pita. This isn't your typical greasy fast food item, it is actually a lighter, satisfying option with incredible flavor profile. A must try in my book. Great job Shortys...great job.
(5)
William M.
Food is very good. Prices are good. The down side is don't change your order from the menu ie substutute something. What happens us you get a different mesl deal instead of course to your disadvantage value wise. I complained about it and the rude order taker tried to make me look like I didnt know what I was talking about. Very dishonest. I saw this happen at a couple other places and the people that ordered went through the roof when they saw what they got and what they paid for. Buyer beware of the new fast food find the peanut scam game.
(1)
Bob B.
Good little greasy place. Tons of food options and decent prices too. Real small inside no seating. Small area outside to eat. I love the gyro and it's big for the price.
(4)
Ron S.
There were two people enjoying their meal when I walked in - no one at the drive-thru window. It took me about a minute to figure out what I wanted since they have such an extensive menu. I basically decided on the $4 hot dog, fries and drink special and took a seat at the counter and passed the time looking out the window with my back to the counter. I sat for a while, not exactly sure how long, but started wondering if they were preparing my hot dog. I turned around in m y chair and saw a basket with hot dog and fries sitting on the counter. Gee, my mental telepathy wasn't working and I didn't realize my food was ready. I was only 10 feet away with my back to the counter. Nobody said, "Your hot dog is ready" or "Number 60" -- nothing. Three guys behind the counter and they didn't have the courtesy to tell me my food was ready. The hot dog came in a puffy, over steamed bun. The dog itself was a natural casing dog but it was absolutely drowning in relish. I had to actually look and see if they put onions on because I couldn't taste them. The pickle spear was good but they went crazy with celery salt on both the dog and fries. The fries were crinkle cut fries and were probably the highlight, which isn't saying a lot. Shorty's must be doing such a great business that they can treat new customers like crap and slap together food. That's OK, plenty of other fast meal options in the area.
(1)
Tiff T.
Yummy, yummy...have had the Reuben sandwhich & Greek salad (which comes with a pita bread...mmmm), need to try other offerings! Decently priced..
(5)
B H.
Great place to grab a quick bite. Food is always solid. Forget about dining-in, the place is small and usually crowded. Good burgers, prices are a touch on the higher side but it's worth the extra dollar or two. The cheese-fries are worth the trip alone.
(3)
Ben U.
Shortys has very good chicken pitas. I prefer the chipolte chicken, has a nice kick to it. Not as greasy as other fast food places. If you order cheese fries, get the cheese on the side.... It tastes better like that!
(4)
Peter S.
Good solid burger joint. Consistently good. Nice people. Fresh buns for the burgers makes me happy.
(4)
Jason P.
Been going for couple years and every time I was never disappointed. Their food is amazing.
(5)
Scott W.
Little place with a big menu. Not everything meets everyone's taste, but for a little place with a big menu located near my home I think they do a good job with most everything I have tried. They sometimes over do the toppings, but all in all a good little restaurant that draws me back for everything from their burgers, roast beef, and hot dogs. I simply have learned not to order "with everything" and am pretty happy with just about everything I've tried.
(4)
Mark S.
Unfortunately a little ways from work, so don't get to stop by as often as i would like. Good food, decent prices, friendly staff......no need to say more.
(4)
Tony H.
I picked up my parents from o'hare, having just gotten back from vacation to the Bahamas, and they were craving hot dogs/burgers (boo hoo....a week of seafood and sun and no burgers!). it was late, and Shorty's was one of the only places open on the way back so we stopped in. didn't disappoint too much. you know my dad was hurting for some american food when he orders a double bacon cheeseburger. but Shorty's delivered on size and flavor. mom reported her hotdog w/everything sans peppers hit the spot, but i was a little disappointed that i only got about a dozen or so cheeseballs for almost $4. Overall, a decent experience.
(3)
Viktor S.
The hot dogs are pretty good but the cheeseburger, gyros, and fries are great. The soups are pretty good too. Drink size is the only downfall - a large drink is kind of small so you better drink fast if you are sharing. On the flip side - the fry sizes are pretty large. The fries are crinkle cut, spiced, and always crispy. Can't go wrong with the curly fries either. Otherwise - home run!
(5)
Dorotka K.
This fast food place was recommended by a friend, who was raving about the gyros. The restaurant itself is very clean and well maintained, but I was not impressed by the gyro. Although the portion was huge, I did not like the way they toast the pita. It was overdone and super greasy. I also wish they would include more than two measly slices of tomato. The service was pretty slow, also. I felt a bit uncomfortable there, like I was not welcome. The wait was a pretty good 10 minutes for one sandwich.
(2)
Renita M.
It's been awhile but I must report that they also have stellar Greek salads. The "small" pretty much filled me up with a grilled cheese. They serve it with a piping hot pita and some fab homemade Greek dressing. Tons of feta, red onions, cucumber, tomato and fresh crisp lettuce, topped with oregano. I should note there were only two Kalamata olives on it, but that's OK with me since I'm not really an olive fan. (Olive oil yes, olives no.) The grilled cheese was nice and hot and cheesy, but nothing special. They do offer it with bacon. :) But oh, that Greek salad... Now I want to try all their other salads! Perhaps with some soup next time.
(4)
Jerome J.
Probably the best Chicago-style food in the near northwest suburbs. If the fries were better, I'd give it 4 stars. Hotdogs were delicious with that tell-tale Chicago "snap", and gyros are really tasty. Wife also approves of the pizza puffs.
(3)
Jeanette M.
Ummm...I'd rather not get into to details. But just gross and well gross!
(1)
Oli P.
Hands down great fast food! Yes, the wait is a little longer than a franchise but its definitely worth it. I prefer freshly cooked =) One of my favorites is the chicken caesar pita. I also love their fries...the seasoning makes them unique. I absolutely recommend this place.
(5)
Tom J.
Great food, wonderful Christmas decorations, and a sweet Teenage Mutant Ninga Turtle television. Forgot to get milkshakes so we were pretty bummed out, but listened to Christmas music on the drive back.
(5)
Edin D.
Living in Wood Dale for so many years always seeing this place and finally trying out their food for the first time with my girlfriend in a rush to grab something quick to head to the drive in movies. We were in for a good surprise, ever since then we come here at least once a week to get the $11.09 Bbq ribs and wings. The chicken is fresh and mouth watering while the meat from the ribs slides right off the bone, being very Juicy and tasteful, you do get two sides, we prefer only getting extra fries. You get so much for so little. The owner or worker cracked a joke asking us if we're ever going to try something else, haha he's a funny guy. We love it!
(5)
Tobin h.
A little greasy and beat up but above average and worth stopping by for. I wouldn't go out of the way but sure would stop if I was driving by. I would say "try it"!
(3)
Jimmy D.
Very good joint to kick back and get a quick burger or dog. Fairly priced for what you get. Only reason for 3 stars is that the person I was with was disappointed in her selection. Her chicken was almost flavorless like they forgot to add seasoning but my bacon cheeseburger topped with pulled BBQ pork was excellent. Worth the stop.
(3)
Eric W.
Love this place, used to go here all the time when I lived in Wood Dale. I still go there when I'm in the area. Bratwurst...double dogs...gyros...large menu for such a tiny place.
(5)
Joshua P.
Great little place with good food; and you get a lot more food then expected for the money.
(4)
Michael M.
Downtown Wood Dale at Shortys is not bad at all, really kind of nice. Back in the day, Yes, way back then, Shortys was a Dog-n-Suds. Now , it is a fast food restaurant specializing in Greek Food, Burgers, Hot Dogs and Ribs. The restaurant has a nice little out-door dining area with music piped in through the outside speakers. It is adjacent to the downtown lights and sculptures of Wood Dale. Recently I had the Chicken Gyros there and it was outstanding. Plenty of Fresh chicken gyros meat served a fresh pita with honey mustard. The owner insisted I try there homemade chicken soup that was prepared by his Dad. The soup alone was Five Stars, just very good. Soup is good all the time and for those fall days I recommend the chili. They have Devil Hot Sauce which adds that heated spice to the entrees. The customer service is good and to sit out and dine is just a nice experience. The prices are very reasonable too. Great to bring the Family out on a Summer or Fall night. They have a vast menu with several specials. The owner and his Family came from Greece to pursue the America Dream. The food rises above that USA Dream for fast food. Just good people serving great food. Its not all Greek to me, I gave Shortys the big 10-4, FOUR STARS. Come for the gyros stay for the soup. (:
(4)
Bennie R.
Don't let this simple looking fast food joint deceive you, you'd be surprised at what this place can offer. Food is delicious and mouth watering, lots of variety and price is reasonable. Try them out for your catering needs, you won't be disappointed.
(5)
Steve J.
A delightful little grease spot where you can find all your favorite, guilty indulgences. Outdoor seating with TV! Great for a quick stop with friends before a round of Disc Golf !
(5)
Tony B.
This place has great gyros. Good fries (better when they season them, which is usually but not always). Also good chicken gyros and burgers. Huge portions. Good place to drive through, the inside is tiny.
(4)
Aeona P.
Tiny place, large portions and really really good french fries.
(3)
Dan B.
Shorty's is a strangely shaped brightly lit fast food eatery located off of Irving Park Road in Wood Dale. The unique design of the building itself reminds me of an old time drive in. And while it is a drive thru and eat in only establishment it retains a level of 50s charm. There's a deck with a few tables situated if you choose to eat outside, and a counter with some stools and a few tables inside. When visiting Shorty's I was unusually hungry and in an experimental mood, so I decided to try two items, a hot dog and a burger. The hot dog I received came on a regular non-poppy seed bun. The first thing I noticed was the huge amount of celery salt applied to the dog itself. There was a thick pickle spear, nearly as thick as the hot dog itself on top. The tomato slices were thick and not too sloppy or wet. The onion, mustard and relish application was fine, and there were a few hot peppers on the dog As I took my first bite pickle flavor easily overpowered everything else. From then on I had to remove the pickle, once I did that, this was a pretty good tasting hot dog. The burger I received was pretty average for a mom and pop fast food place. The beef was good, the bun was soft, but nothing jumped out about the quality, texture or taste of this burger to reach the level of exceptional. Overall I liked Shorty's, it's a solid mom and pop fast food place. I like the aesthetic of the place. The employees were nice and friendly and service was great. The food was well within the range of average. I would come back here, but I wouldn't go out of my way to stop. This place is A-OK in my book and earns three stars.
(3)
A S.
Expensive burger, for the size, it was the smaller sized one [1/4 lb, or 1/3 lb]. Poor quality meat; first bite produced a ribbon of connective tissue, about two inches long. The patty also had larger than usual fat grinds. I didn't finish the meal.
(1)
Renato P.
I've lived in the area a few years and have just gotten around to eating at Shorty's in the last 6 months , my loss. What seemed from the outside to be an average family owned fast food place is in fact THE place to go for ridiculously large portions of really good food for cheap prices. To anyone near Irving and Western that has eaten at Rainbow Drive in , it is very similar to that. I went in there my first time and ordered a skirt steak sandwich and fries. What I got was 2 half sandwiches which were as large as most whole ones at the other places I've eaten , both brimming with savory grilled onions and very good. What I was impressed with the most is the huge menu it had , there were all sorts of different dishes both expected (hot dogs , burgers, gyros) and the unexpected (kabobs , meatball sandwiches, Italian beefs, ribs , and spaghetti). Having just recently started going there , I have only tried a hand full of menu items , but I can say the Double cheeseburger, the foot long polish (grilled onions again , just as bitchin) , and a bite of my kids gyros were all very good. The prices are higher than a few places I've been to but are well within the average price range and on the gyros, polish and skirt steak sandwich delivered huge portions. If you are in the area , you would be doing yourself a favor to grab some food at Shorty's.
(4)
Shannon K.
Honestly I could just give Shorty's 5 stars for their fries. The seasoning on it is incredible. For some reason, the pop that comes out of their fountain machine is so perfectly bubbly and flavorful. I don't eat meat, but my family really likes their hot dogs and cheeseburgers. Definitely eat here
(5)
Jeudi J.
I can say 3 things. 1. Fries weren't bad; fresh/hot. 2. Pulled pork had good BBQ sauce on it and they didn't charge me for extra sauce. 3. Orange Fanta had bubbles. That's the best I can say. The pulled pork was not smoky like real pulled pork, the bigger lumps were kinda dry, and I definitely needed the extra sauce, but it wasn't terrible. The terrible part was the bun (like a hot dog roll) which was inedible; hard and rubbery like it had been microwaved. I could not bite pieces off or chew it; I had to eat the pork off with a fork. Which I guess saved me some carbs, but still. Maybe they let them age so they don't fall apart when soaking up Italian beef juice, but it was awful. Probably won't be back anyway, was just driving by, but I would suggest getting something else.
They're totally growing on me! Plus, I lied. I've tried the chocolate shake again. It's yummy. Nothing fancy, but tasty. I've used the drive thru a few times now and have found the right food in the bag once I got back to the office. That's always highly appreciated. Recently, I tried the chicken breast on a pita. The grilled chicken is seasoned nicely and pretty juicy. The pita has always been fresh. The onion rings strike another positive note. Today's lunchtime visit provided a nice surprise. While waiting for my lunch, I was already wondering how I would eat all of the food that I ordered. There was no way, but then the kind gal at the window let me know that they threw in a free cup of today's chicken and rice cream soup. So, I'm not a cream soup kind of girl, but I opened it and found large chunks of chicken in what was obviously a homemade cup of soup. It was phenomenal! There's a reason they threw in that soup. People should know about it. Seriously. It makes me wonder of they make a homemade chicken noodle soup too. I could get on board with that. Aw yeah.
(4)
Timothy H.
Best gyros and chicken gyros, not to mention the they have the best french fries and onion rings. Even the ribs are good. I've also tried the steak sandwich and philly cheese steak, both are solid winners. Figure that dinner for two will cost around $17-22. The location looks like an old drive-in. It's clean, and it's where my wife and I go every time we need something good, quick, and cheap. You can't miss on their daily special. The daily special is always good. This place just rocks...it's that simple. On 3/11/2014 I tried the Maxwell Street burger and the chicken Parmesan sandwiches. My life changed for the better after having them. Sooooo goooood!!!! 3/23/2014...I had the chicken feta pita with everything on it. If you are reading this, and you are hungry, please drop everything and run to Shorty's to order one. I promise you it will be on the list of the best things you eat all year long. 4/10/2014...I tried the chicken chipotle. His chipotle is home made (just like everything else) and it's got some great kick to it. It's a must try. I also tried the beef vegetable soup, and it's a true winner. I never would have thought that Shorty's would boast home made soups, but they do, and they are impressive! For the rest of the month of April I stuck to the chicken feta pita and the chicken chipotle pita. For the life of me I can't get enough of either! For the months of May, June, July, August, September: chicken feta pita...ya just can't beat it!
(5)
Jay V.
Went to this place after reading the favorable reviews. Got to say I was completely disappointed. I don't know if it was the day or hour that I went in, but it was not good. I went in around lunch time on a Tuesday and ordered the gyro meal to go. When I opened this up, there was a lot of dried out, greasy pieces of meat. It was hard and in pieces. I don't know if they gave me the previous days leftovers or what. I literally had to sift through the meat to find softer pieces. I should have stuck to the sides it came with instead of ordering alternative sides. The rice had no flavor whatsoever and the greek potatoes were way too salty. Needless to say I probably wont be back. I was hoping this place would have been better. Some hole in the walls are hit or miss. I should have missed this one...
(2)
Samantha V.
I've only eaten the hotdogs and fries here, but I LOVE Shorty's! A hot dog, fries and drink for $4.35 (tax included) just can't be beat. And it's a good quality Chicago style dog. Best crinkle fries I've ever had. I usually prefer a shoestring type fry, but I could make a meal out of their crinkle fries alone. They're excellently seasoned...not exactly "Seasoned Fries" but I think they also have cajun fries if that's the type of fry you're looking for. But I personally prefer the good old fashioned ones. They don't even need ketchup they're so good!
(5)
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Address :123 W Irving Park Rd
Wood Dale, IL, 60191
Takes Reservations : No Delivery : No Take-out : Yes Accepts Credit Cards : Yes Good For : Lunch Parking : Private Lot Bike Parking : Yes Good for Kids : Yes Good for Groups : Yes Attire : Casual Ambience : Casual Noise Level : Average Alcohol : No Outdoor Seating : Yes Wi-Fi : No Has TV : Yes Waiter Service : No Drive-Thru : Yes Caters : No
Andy M.
The sausage burger was kind of gross and I didn't like it. The fries were very cheap and to tasty at all a d this place is pretty much the fast food equivalent of a dive bar nothing cool inside including the workers. The place looks like it is from the fifties and Inthink it hasn't been remodel
(2)Rob Z.
Good food and worth it. Very good hamburgers with are made for cheap days, they will fill you up and satisfy your taste and craving for that really good cheeseburger. I go for the hamburger/cheeseburger , but their fries are also extremely good.
(5)Alonso G.
As much as i try to stay away from fast food, Shortys manages to reel me back in with their Feta Chicken Pita. Delicious grilled chicken breast with a creamy, garlicky feta sauce, lettuce, tomato and onions on a warm grilled pita. This isn't your typical greasy fast food item, it is actually a lighter, satisfying option with incredible flavor profile. A must try in my book. Great job Shortys...great job.
(5)William M.
Food is very good. Prices are good. The down side is don't change your order from the menu ie substutute something. What happens us you get a different mesl deal instead of course to your disadvantage value wise. I complained about it and the rude order taker tried to make me look like I didnt know what I was talking about. Very dishonest. I saw this happen at a couple other places and the people that ordered went through the roof when they saw what they got and what they paid for. Buyer beware of the new fast food find the peanut scam game.
(1)Bob B.
Good little greasy place. Tons of food options and decent prices too. Real small inside no seating. Small area outside to eat. I love the gyro and it's big for the price.
(4)Ron S.
There were two people enjoying their meal when I walked in - no one at the drive-thru window. It took me about a minute to figure out what I wanted since they have such an extensive menu. I basically decided on the $4 hot dog, fries and drink special and took a seat at the counter and passed the time looking out the window with my back to the counter. I sat for a while, not exactly sure how long, but started wondering if they were preparing my hot dog. I turned around in m y chair and saw a basket with hot dog and fries sitting on the counter. Gee, my mental telepathy wasn't working and I didn't realize my food was ready. I was only 10 feet away with my back to the counter. Nobody said, "Your hot dog is ready" or "Number 60" -- nothing. Three guys behind the counter and they didn't have the courtesy to tell me my food was ready. The hot dog came in a puffy, over steamed bun. The dog itself was a natural casing dog but it was absolutely drowning in relish. I had to actually look and see if they put onions on because I couldn't taste them. The pickle spear was good but they went crazy with celery salt on both the dog and fries. The fries were crinkle cut fries and were probably the highlight, which isn't saying a lot. Shorty's must be doing such a great business that they can treat new customers like crap and slap together food. That's OK, plenty of other fast meal options in the area.
(1)Tiff T.
Yummy, yummy...have had the Reuben sandwhich & Greek salad (which comes with a pita bread...mmmm), need to try other offerings! Decently priced..
(5)B H.
Great place to grab a quick bite. Food is always solid. Forget about dining-in, the place is small and usually crowded. Good burgers, prices are a touch on the higher side but it's worth the extra dollar or two. The cheese-fries are worth the trip alone.
(3)Ben U.
Shortys has very good chicken pitas. I prefer the chipolte chicken, has a nice kick to it. Not as greasy as other fast food places. If you order cheese fries, get the cheese on the side.... It tastes better like that!
(4)Peter S.
Good solid burger joint. Consistently good. Nice people. Fresh buns for the burgers makes me happy.
(4)Jason P.
Been going for couple years and every time I was never disappointed. Their food is amazing.
(5)Scott W.
Little place with a big menu. Not everything meets everyone's taste, but for a little place with a big menu located near my home I think they do a good job with most everything I have tried. They sometimes over do the toppings, but all in all a good little restaurant that draws me back for everything from their burgers, roast beef, and hot dogs. I simply have learned not to order "with everything" and am pretty happy with just about everything I've tried.
(4)Mark S.
Unfortunately a little ways from work, so don't get to stop by as often as i would like. Good food, decent prices, friendly staff......no need to say more.
(4)Tony H.
I picked up my parents from o'hare, having just gotten back from vacation to the Bahamas, and they were craving hot dogs/burgers (boo hoo....a week of seafood and sun and no burgers!). it was late, and Shorty's was one of the only places open on the way back so we stopped in. didn't disappoint too much. you know my dad was hurting for some american food when he orders a double bacon cheeseburger. but Shorty's delivered on size and flavor. mom reported her hotdog w/everything sans peppers hit the spot, but i was a little disappointed that i only got about a dozen or so cheeseballs for almost $4. Overall, a decent experience.
(3)Viktor S.
The hot dogs are pretty good but the cheeseburger, gyros, and fries are great. The soups are pretty good too. Drink size is the only downfall - a large drink is kind of small so you better drink fast if you are sharing. On the flip side - the fry sizes are pretty large. The fries are crinkle cut, spiced, and always crispy. Can't go wrong with the curly fries either. Otherwise - home run!
(5)Dorotka K.
This fast food place was recommended by a friend, who was raving about the gyros. The restaurant itself is very clean and well maintained, but I was not impressed by the gyro. Although the portion was huge, I did not like the way they toast the pita. It was overdone and super greasy. I also wish they would include more than two measly slices of tomato. The service was pretty slow, also. I felt a bit uncomfortable there, like I was not welcome. The wait was a pretty good 10 minutes for one sandwich.
(2)Renita M.
It's been awhile but I must report that they also have stellar Greek salads. The "small" pretty much filled me up with a grilled cheese. They serve it with a piping hot pita and some fab homemade Greek dressing. Tons of feta, red onions, cucumber, tomato and fresh crisp lettuce, topped with oregano. I should note there were only two Kalamata olives on it, but that's OK with me since I'm not really an olive fan. (Olive oil yes, olives no.) The grilled cheese was nice and hot and cheesy, but nothing special. They do offer it with bacon. :) But oh, that Greek salad... Now I want to try all their other salads! Perhaps with some soup next time.
(4)Jerome J.
Probably the best Chicago-style food in the near northwest suburbs. If the fries were better, I'd give it 4 stars. Hotdogs were delicious with that tell-tale Chicago "snap", and gyros are really tasty. Wife also approves of the pizza puffs.
(3)Jeanette M.
Ummm...I'd rather not get into to details. But just gross and well gross!
(1)Oli P.
Hands down great fast food! Yes, the wait is a little longer than a franchise but its definitely worth it. I prefer freshly cooked =) One of my favorites is the chicken caesar pita. I also love their fries...the seasoning makes them unique. I absolutely recommend this place.
(5)Tom J.
Great food, wonderful Christmas decorations, and a sweet Teenage Mutant Ninga Turtle television. Forgot to get milkshakes so we were pretty bummed out, but listened to Christmas music on the drive back.
(5)Edin D.
Living in Wood Dale for so many years always seeing this place and finally trying out their food for the first time with my girlfriend in a rush to grab something quick to head to the drive in movies. We were in for a good surprise, ever since then we come here at least once a week to get the $11.09 Bbq ribs and wings. The chicken is fresh and mouth watering while the meat from the ribs slides right off the bone, being very Juicy and tasteful, you do get two sides, we prefer only getting extra fries. You get so much for so little. The owner or worker cracked a joke asking us if we're ever going to try something else, haha he's a funny guy. We love it!
(5)Tobin h.
A little greasy and beat up but above average and worth stopping by for. I wouldn't go out of the way but sure would stop if I was driving by. I would say "try it"!
(3)Jimmy D.
Very good joint to kick back and get a quick burger or dog. Fairly priced for what you get. Only reason for 3 stars is that the person I was with was disappointed in her selection. Her chicken was almost flavorless like they forgot to add seasoning but my bacon cheeseburger topped with pulled BBQ pork was excellent. Worth the stop.
(3)Eric W.
Love this place, used to go here all the time when I lived in Wood Dale. I still go there when I'm in the area. Bratwurst...double dogs...gyros...large menu for such a tiny place.
(5)Joshua P.
Great little place with good food; and you get a lot more food then expected for the money.
(4)Michael M.
Downtown Wood Dale at Shortys is not bad at all, really kind of nice. Back in the day, Yes, way back then, Shortys was a Dog-n-Suds. Now , it is a fast food restaurant specializing in Greek Food, Burgers, Hot Dogs and Ribs. The restaurant has a nice little out-door dining area with music piped in through the outside speakers. It is adjacent to the downtown lights and sculptures of Wood Dale. Recently I had the Chicken Gyros there and it was outstanding. Plenty of Fresh chicken gyros meat served a fresh pita with honey mustard. The owner insisted I try there homemade chicken soup that was prepared by his Dad. The soup alone was Five Stars, just very good. Soup is good all the time and for those fall days I recommend the chili. They have Devil Hot Sauce which adds that heated spice to the entrees. The customer service is good and to sit out and dine is just a nice experience. The prices are very reasonable too. Great to bring the Family out on a Summer or Fall night. They have a vast menu with several specials. The owner and his Family came from Greece to pursue the America Dream. The food rises above that USA Dream for fast food. Just good people serving great food. Its not all Greek to me, I gave Shortys the big 10-4, FOUR STARS. Come for the gyros stay for the soup. (:
(4)Bennie R.
Don't let this simple looking fast food joint deceive you, you'd be surprised at what this place can offer. Food is delicious and mouth watering, lots of variety and price is reasonable. Try them out for your catering needs, you won't be disappointed.
(5)Steve J.
A delightful little grease spot where you can find all your favorite, guilty indulgences. Outdoor seating with TV! Great for a quick stop with friends before a round of Disc Golf !
(5)Tony B.
This place has great gyros. Good fries (better when they season them, which is usually but not always). Also good chicken gyros and burgers. Huge portions. Good place to drive through, the inside is tiny.
(4)Aeona P.
Tiny place, large portions and really really good french fries.
(3)Dan B.
Shorty's is a strangely shaped brightly lit fast food eatery located off of Irving Park Road in Wood Dale. The unique design of the building itself reminds me of an old time drive in. And while it is a drive thru and eat in only establishment it retains a level of 50s charm. There's a deck with a few tables situated if you choose to eat outside, and a counter with some stools and a few tables inside. When visiting Shorty's I was unusually hungry and in an experimental mood, so I decided to try two items, a hot dog and a burger. The hot dog I received came on a regular non-poppy seed bun. The first thing I noticed was the huge amount of celery salt applied to the dog itself. There was a thick pickle spear, nearly as thick as the hot dog itself on top. The tomato slices were thick and not too sloppy or wet. The onion, mustard and relish application was fine, and there were a few hot peppers on the dog As I took my first bite pickle flavor easily overpowered everything else. From then on I had to remove the pickle, once I did that, this was a pretty good tasting hot dog. The burger I received was pretty average for a mom and pop fast food place. The beef was good, the bun was soft, but nothing jumped out about the quality, texture or taste of this burger to reach the level of exceptional. Overall I liked Shorty's, it's a solid mom and pop fast food place. I like the aesthetic of the place. The employees were nice and friendly and service was great. The food was well within the range of average. I would come back here, but I wouldn't go out of my way to stop. This place is A-OK in my book and earns three stars.
(3)A S.
Expensive burger, for the size, it was the smaller sized one [1/4 lb, or 1/3 lb]. Poor quality meat; first bite produced a ribbon of connective tissue, about two inches long. The patty also had larger than usual fat grinds. I didn't finish the meal.
(1)Renato P.
I've lived in the area a few years and have just gotten around to eating at Shorty's in the last 6 months , my loss. What seemed from the outside to be an average family owned fast food place is in fact THE place to go for ridiculously large portions of really good food for cheap prices. To anyone near Irving and Western that has eaten at Rainbow Drive in , it is very similar to that. I went in there my first time and ordered a skirt steak sandwich and fries. What I got was 2 half sandwiches which were as large as most whole ones at the other places I've eaten , both brimming with savory grilled onions and very good. What I was impressed with the most is the huge menu it had , there were all sorts of different dishes both expected (hot dogs , burgers, gyros) and the unexpected (kabobs , meatball sandwiches, Italian beefs, ribs , and spaghetti). Having just recently started going there , I have only tried a hand full of menu items , but I can say the Double cheeseburger, the foot long polish (grilled onions again , just as bitchin) , and a bite of my kids gyros were all very good. The prices are higher than a few places I've been to but are well within the average price range and on the gyros, polish and skirt steak sandwich delivered huge portions. If you are in the area , you would be doing yourself a favor to grab some food at Shorty's.
(4)Shannon K.
Honestly I could just give Shorty's 5 stars for their fries. The seasoning on it is incredible. For some reason, the pop that comes out of their fountain machine is so perfectly bubbly and flavorful. I don't eat meat, but my family really likes their hot dogs and cheeseburgers. Definitely eat here
(5)Jeudi J.
I can say 3 things. 1. Fries weren't bad; fresh/hot. 2. Pulled pork had good BBQ sauce on it and they didn't charge me for extra sauce. 3. Orange Fanta had bubbles. That's the best I can say. The pulled pork was not smoky like real pulled pork, the bigger lumps were kinda dry, and I definitely needed the extra sauce, but it wasn't terrible. The terrible part was the bun (like a hot dog roll) which was inedible; hard and rubbery like it had been microwaved. I could not bite pieces off or chew it; I had to eat the pork off with a fork. Which I guess saved me some carbs, but still. Maybe they let them age so they don't fall apart when soaking up Italian beef juice, but it was awful. Probably won't be back anyway, was just driving by, but I would suggest getting something else.
(2)linda b.
We had the pastrami burger which was very good. Fries are crinkle cut and seasoned. Also had the jalapeño poppers, were ok, not really hot with cheddar cheese and a dipping sauce of marinara. The polish boy was also very good. Polish grilled topped with sauté onions, pulled pork and fries all mixed up on BBQ sauce on a French roll.
(4)Jennifer S.
They're totally growing on me! Plus, I lied. I've tried the chocolate shake again. It's yummy. Nothing fancy, but tasty. I've used the drive thru a few times now and have found the right food in the bag once I got back to the office. That's always highly appreciated. Recently, I tried the chicken breast on a pita. The grilled chicken is seasoned nicely and pretty juicy. The pita has always been fresh. The onion rings strike another positive note. Today's lunchtime visit provided a nice surprise. While waiting for my lunch, I was already wondering how I would eat all of the food that I ordered. There was no way, but then the kind gal at the window let me know that they threw in a free cup of today's chicken and rice cream soup. So, I'm not a cream soup kind of girl, but I opened it and found large chunks of chicken in what was obviously a homemade cup of soup. It was phenomenal! There's a reason they threw in that soup. People should know about it. Seriously. It makes me wonder of they make a homemade chicken noodle soup too. I could get on board with that. Aw yeah.
(4)Timothy H.
Best gyros and chicken gyros, not to mention the they have the best french fries and onion rings. Even the ribs are good. I've also tried the steak sandwich and philly cheese steak, both are solid winners. Figure that dinner for two will cost around $17-22. The location looks like an old drive-in. It's clean, and it's where my wife and I go every time we need something good, quick, and cheap. You can't miss on their daily special. The daily special is always good. This place just rocks...it's that simple. On 3/11/2014 I tried the Maxwell Street burger and the chicken Parmesan sandwiches. My life changed for the better after having them. Sooooo goooood!!!! 3/23/2014...I had the chicken feta pita with everything on it. If you are reading this, and you are hungry, please drop everything and run to Shorty's to order one. I promise you it will be on the list of the best things you eat all year long. 4/10/2014...I tried the chicken chipotle. His chipotle is home made (just like everything else) and it's got some great kick to it. It's a must try. I also tried the beef vegetable soup, and it's a true winner. I never would have thought that Shorty's would boast home made soups, but they do, and they are impressive! For the rest of the month of April I stuck to the chicken feta pita and the chicken chipotle pita. For the life of me I can't get enough of either! For the months of May, June, July, August, September: chicken feta pita...ya just can't beat it!
(5)Jay V.
Went to this place after reading the favorable reviews. Got to say I was completely disappointed. I don't know if it was the day or hour that I went in, but it was not good. I went in around lunch time on a Tuesday and ordered the gyro meal to go. When I opened this up, there was a lot of dried out, greasy pieces of meat. It was hard and in pieces. I don't know if they gave me the previous days leftovers or what. I literally had to sift through the meat to find softer pieces. I should have stuck to the sides it came with instead of ordering alternative sides. The rice had no flavor whatsoever and the greek potatoes were way too salty. Needless to say I probably wont be back. I was hoping this place would have been better. Some hole in the walls are hit or miss. I should have missed this one...
(2)Samantha V.
I've only eaten the hotdogs and fries here, but I LOVE Shorty's! A hot dog, fries and drink for $4.35 (tax included) just can't be beat. And it's a good quality Chicago style dog. Best crinkle fries I've ever had. I usually prefer a shoestring type fry, but I could make a meal out of their crinkle fries alone. They're excellently seasoned...not exactly "Seasoned Fries" but I think they also have cajun fries if that's the type of fry you're looking for. But I personally prefer the good old fashioned ones. They don't even need ketchup they're so good!
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