Portillo's
Champaign, Illinois Hours and Locations

Our Story

History of Portillo's

At Portillo's, we attribute much of our success to our hard-working employees and to you, our loyal customers. Thank you for your support.

• 1963

  Dog House

  The first Portillo's hot dog stand known as "The Dog House" opens in 1963 on North Avenue in Villa Park. Owner and founder Dick Portillo invests $1,100 into a 6' x 12' trailer without a bathroom or running water. To get the water he needs, he runs 250 feet of garden hose f

There are over 50 Portillo's locations in the US.