Big babies don't get better than this. I've passed by this location hundreds of times, but only stopped today to taste their version of the legendary southwest side burger. I grew up on live on the southwest side, and this is the gold standard, as far as I'm considered. Perfectly caramelized onions: medium brown, sweet, juicy, without being burnt. Thin double patty with a well-browned exterior. Sesame seed bun, no mucking about with non-standard ingredients like tomato and lettuce (like some other "Nicky's"-named stands in the area do). Proper assembly, with cheese between the two patties, condiments on the bottom. Well done.
Review Source:for those times when you want some good ol' fashioned grease, go to Nicky's. nothing but extremely good, extremely fast food it can get crowded during lunch sometimes, but dont be scared, the guys working there have all been there for over 10 years and are lightning quick. Nickys is.known for the great "big baby" double cheeseburger with all the fixins including perfectly grilled onions and Gyro plates so big, you have to order an extra pita bread for all that meat. or my two favorites the pettit  burger, which is a big baby topped with Nicky's homemade gyro sauce and more than a few slices of crispy grilled gyro meat (yeah, thats right!) and the chili cheese fries, which is a helping that can easily feed 2 people.
Review Source:I gather that their grill is made of gold because every big baby I've ever had off of it has been nothing short of perfect. Nicky's is one of those old school stands that does everything right. A Big Baby, fries and an RC at the bar. That's what makes me drive all the way from St Charles.
Review Source:Quick, cheap, and delicious. I'm so glad the girls at work suggested we get them for lunch one day. I immediately fell in love with the Big Baby. A double cheeseburger on a toasted bun, piled with caramelized, grilled onions. Love at first bite. Definitely give them a try for lunch if you're looking for good quality diner food at a bargain price. My only con is their hot dogs leave you feeling a little unsatisfied...I don't think they're Vienna. =
Review Source:I ate at this place for lunch the other day and had a burger with fries. Â The burger was awesome. Â I liked how they grilled the bun--I don't see that too often if ever at fast food chains. Â I talked to a guy there who apparently was a regular and said to try everything except the hot dogs. Â That's odd, seeing how the place is called Nicky's Hot Dogs. Â Anyway, I'll definitely check this place out again.
Review Source:Classic Southwest Side fare.... on those days you just have a craving for something unhealthy, head over to this staple. Nicky's has been in business since my parents were teenagers and there's a reason why - QUALITY and DELICIOUSNESS!
All of the food is delicious and because the place is so small, you can watch the cooks make it. The gyros is delicious, the burgers are fantastic (they grill the buns!!!). The fries are excellent, but if you keep them cooped up in your take out bag too long they will get soggy. I don't think anyone goes here for hot dogs very much anymore (especially with Portillo's 5 minutes away).
I'd recommend the Big Baby, chili burger / tamale, and FRIES!
During lunch and on the weekends, this place gets very crowded. There is a short counter, but you probably should just eat in your car / at home / your office if there's a long line waiting to order / pick-up. Street parking is usually available, but they do have a small lot (watch out for the light pole when you leave!).
PS - I miss Mr. Nicky --- did he finally retire??
When I was a kid, we would always have basketball practice in a gym nearby, and needless to say, Nicky's was a staple. Â If you want your typical Chicago bag of grease, Nicky's is pretty great. Â I remember the gyros being especially prized. Â The italian beef was passable (but remember this is from a guy who lives by Tony's so pretty much everything pales in comparison) and I remember pretty much everything I've ever eaten there being at least decent. Â I haven't gone in quite a long time, and I think it's time to live the legend once again.
Review Source:A reliable place for your typical greasy food - gyros, burgers, hot dogs, fries. Â Everything is tasty and good, and no one I know gets sick there too!
Not a place to eat in as they have limited seating - you are better off carrying out to eat your food elsewhere.
And the price isn't too bad too!
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