The Chicago Cafe

4.6 ( 496 reviews )
Checking... 11:00 AM - 2:00 AM See Hours
$1–10
106 E Mobile St #4761, Florence, AL 35630, United States
+1 256-710-3607
The Chicago Cafe, nestled in Florence, Alabama, offers a delightful slice of American cuisine with its enticing menu featuring sandwiches and hot dogs — a true homage to Chicago-style fare. Customers rave about the Chicago Dog, celebrated for its spot-on flavors, although some wished for a bit more snap in the casing. The chili cheese dog has also caught the attention of diners like Bama Turner, who enjoyed its rich, comforting taste in a lovely outdoor setting. The sandwiches are equally impressive, with options like the Barbeque Chicken Sandwich and the Pesto Chicken Melt earning high praise for their robust flavors. Eric Cook enjoyed his pizzas too, noting that while they weren’t traditional thin-crust, they were still solid choices. Service is another highlight; diners appreciate the quick, friendly staff and the efficient takeout service, with many orders ready in under ten minutes. The inviting atmosphere adds to the overall dining experience, especially for late-night visits, making The Chicago Cafe a go-to spot not just for locals but also for those willing to travel for quality comfort food. With reasonable prices and generous portions, it’s a hidden gem that stands out in Florence's culinary scene.

Amenities and More

  • Accessibility
    • Has wheelchair-accessible car park
    • Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
    • Has wheelchair-accessible seating
    • Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
  • Service options
    • Has outdoor seating
    • Offers delivery
    • Offers takeaway
    • Serves dine-in
  • Highlights
    • Has fast service
  • Popular for
    • Popular for lunch
    • Popular for dinner
    • Good for solo dining
  • Offerings
    • Serves comfort food
    • Serves food
    • Serves late-night food
    • Quick bite
    • Serves small plates
  • Dining options
    • Serves lunch
    • Serves dinner
    • Has catering
    • Has seating
  • Amenities
    • Has toilet
    • Has Wi-Fi
    • Free Wi-Fi
  • Atmosphere
    • Casual
    • Cosy
    • Trendy
  • Crowd
    • Family friendly
    • Popular with tourists
    • Popular with university students
  • Planning
    • Doesn't accept reservations
  • Payments
    • Accepts credit cards
    • Accepts debit cards
    • Credit cards
  • Children
    • Good for kids
  • Parking
    • Paid street parking
    • Somewhat difficult to find a space
  • Pets
    • Dogs allowed outside

Reviews For The Chicago Cafe

Eric Cook
Jun 2,2025
Had a Chicago dog and got a few pizzas. Overall pretty good. The dog was spot on the only thing missing was some snap to the casing. Pizzas were solid too. I wasn't expecting thin crust but it wasn't bad.
Todd Wilson
May 10,2025
Truthfully, This was my first time eating here and I am a local. I called in my order and walked to get it and it was ready on arrival, which was less than 10 minutes. I had one of the hot dogs, as did a coworker. Top notch! And the prices were very reasonable! Will definitely ne back soon
Erik Young
May 6,2025
This was fortunately, the only thing open late Christmas night. The service was friendly and fast. The atmosphere is cool there. And the food was delicious. Hot dogs are not your ordinary dog. And the sandwiches are so good! Everyone should check them out one late night.
Bama Turner
Apr 21,2025
This place was very small but had outdoor dining. I got a Chili Cheese Dog and it was delicious. The atmosphere of the outdoor seating was wonderful. There was just something about that street that completed the dining experience.
Krislyn Allen
Apr 20,2025
Intense craving for a Chicago style dog, so we drove over an hour to come here and get one. Had the Chicago dog and the Hawaiian pizza, both were absolutely delicious. They have nailed the Chicago style. We came when it was pretty cold outside and it was consequently pretty cold inside which was just a little uncomfortable. But the food was worth it. I only wish they had a location closer to the Decatur area. I would commit visiting once a week if they did overall an incredible little hole in the wall place and the prices are another really great positive as everything is underpriced for value if you ask me. They could certainly charge more for the quality tasting food they’re producing.
Levon W.
Mar 24,2025
Chicago is always a great spot to stop when you're in Florence. Great food and friendly staff. Over time I've grown to really appreciate the establishment and the times it's saved me from late night starvation... Great place.
DKingsofall
Mar 7,2025
Was looking for a place that has vegetarian options and we saw this on Google and decided to call and see what type of hot dogs they use and it is LiteLife hotdogs, which we eat alot at home so that was perfect. We called and asked if the LiteLife was cooked where the meat products were cooked and they stated that the Litelife has its own special pan and doesn't come in contact with any meat products or utensils. So we went and tried it out and boy are we glad we did. GREAT veggie dogs. 5 stars for sure. We got the Chicago style and the New York style and they were both equally delicious. They also have a verity of potato chips and drinks. The atmosphere was great. The employees were outstanding. Very nice and knowledgeable. We ended up eating outside because it was a really nice fall day and they brought our food out to us. Very nice experience. We will definitely be going back. Note: they do have meat products here and we are vegetarians so we did not eat any of them, so to that aspect we cannot say how those items taste. This review is from a vegetarian standpoint on the food. But the employees are amazing and so is the restaurant itself. So just go give it a try. It's a great place to eat.
Shirley
Feb 17,2025
Great hot dogs, Italian beef’s, pizza is wonderful!! You can eat inside or outside, it’s a small place, but kinda cozy. It stays pretty busy especially when they have some events going on around there! Great place to eat though!

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