Portillo's • Hot Dogs
Cheese Dog
Hot dog with melted cheddar cheese
Typical U.S. price — actual prices vary by location, franchise, and ordering platform.
Menu Labeling & Nutrition Information
2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice, but calorie needs vary. Full nutrition information — including saturated fat, trans fat, cholesterol, sodium, sugars, and fiber — is available upon request from the restaurant and in the official nutrition guide. Calorie counts shown are approximate and based on official restaurant nutrition data; values may vary by location, preparation, and portion size.
Everything You Need to Know About the Cheese Dog
The Cheese Dog is hot dog with melted cheddar cheese It comes in at 480 calories, and is priced at $4.99 in the Hot Dogs section of the Portillo's menu — about 1.04 cents per 100 calories. Portillo's is a fast casual chain with over 75 locations known for Chicago-Style Hot Dog, Italian Beef Sandwich, Chopped Salad. Our Portillo's menu guide covers prices, nutrition info, deals, and secret menu items.
How the Cheese Dog compares to similar Portillo's items
| Item | Price | Calories | Price / 100 cal |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chili Cheese Dog | $5.49 | 540 | 1.02 |
| Polish Sausage | $5.49 | 520 | 1.06 |
| Cheese Dog (this item) | $4.99 | 480 | 1.04 |
| Chicago-Style Hot Dog | $4.49 | 420 | 1.07 |
Average price in the Hot Dogs section: $5.12. This item is below the section average.
How the Cheese Dog compares at other chains
Compare the Cheese Dog across all chains →| Chain | Comparable item | Price | vs Portillo's |
|---|---|---|---|
| Portillo's | Cheese Dog | $4.99 | — |
| Applebee's | Classic Bacon Cheeseburger | $12.99 | $8.00 less |
| Auntie Anne's | Cheese Pretzel Dog | $6.29 | $1.30 less |
| Bojangles | Bacon, Egg & Cheese Biscuit | $3.99 | $1.00 more |
| Boston Market | Mac & Cheese | $3.99 | $1.00 more |
Prices are approximate national averages from our menu tracking data.
Portillo's secret menu items
Big Beef · $9.99
Italian beef with extra meat, extra cheese, and giardiniera on garlic bread
How to order: Order an Italian Beef and ask for 'extra meat, mozzarella, and giardiniera on garlic bread.'
Popcorn Shrimp · $6.99
Crispy popcorn shrimp — not always listed on the menu but available at most locations
How to order: Ask for 'popcorn shrimp with cocktail sauce.'
Dietary & allergen information
Is the Cheese Dog good value at Portillo's?
At $4.99, the Cheese Dog costs about 1.04 cents per 100 calories against a $5.12 average in the Hot Dogs section. Value depends on what you order alongside it — pair it with the cheapest Portillo's sides for the best total meal cost.
How to order the Cheese Dog at Portillo's
The Cheese Dog is available at Portillo's locations nationwide — dine-in, takeout, and in most markets delivery through the Portillo's app or third-party services. Order through the official Portillo's ordering page for pickup and delivery. Prices vary by location — check the current full Portillo's menu for the latest pricing.
Pro Tips for Ordering the Cheese Dog
- 1Check current Portillo's deals — Portillo's App — Free Item After 500 Points.
- 2Prices have trended +6.7% vs 2025 on our tracking — expect slight variation by location.
Tips compiled from customer reviews on Google, Yelp, Reddit, and our menu tracking data.
Payment & holiday hours
Accepted payment
- Credit & debit cards (Visa, Mastercard, Amex, Discover)
- Cash
- Gift cards
- Apple Pay & Google Pay
Holiday closures
- Thanksgiving
- Christmas Day
Typical closures — individual locations may vary. Confirm locally before visiting.
Cheese Dog prices by city (estimated)
Prices vary by location. Estimates for the Portillo's national-average pricing model:
- Chicago: $4.50 (Estimated — on par with national average — Chicago-Style Hot Dog)
- Detroit: $4.20 (Estimated — lower operating costs — Chicago-Style Hot Dog)
- Columbus: $4.20 (Estimated — lower operating costs — Chicago-Style Hot Dog)
- Dallas: $4.30 (Estimated — lower operating costs — Chicago-Style Hot Dog)
- Atlanta: $4.40 (Estimated — on par with national average — Chicago-Style Hot Dog)
- Minneapolis: $4.20 (Estimated — lower operating costs — Chicago-Style Hot Dog)
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About Portillo's
Portillo's is a fast casual chain with over 75 locations known for Chicago-Style Hot Dog, Italian Beef Sandwich, Chopped Salad. Our Portillo's menu guide covers prices, nutrition info, deals, and secret menu items. Browse full menu sections including hot dogs, italian beef, burgers, salads. Current deals include Portillo's App — Free Item After 500 Points.
Portillo's FAQ
How many calories are in a Chicago-Style Hot Dog at Portillo's?
What is the lowest-calorie item at Portillo's?
Where does the Portillo's nutrition data come from?
Prices and customer sentiment sourced from the official Portillo's website, nutrition guide, and public reviews. Source: www.portillos.com