Rick Bayless

"Its sausages are big and juicy, with great garlicky flavor, and are smothered with sweet, caramelly onions. Jim's is the real thing, a true Polish sausage—and a flavorful reminder of a once-vibrant cultural scene."

Mike Sheerin

"They do burgers and a great Polish. I think it’s the original home of the Polish, and there’s really not a better one around."

Titus Ruscitti

"Obviously the Polish's are the signature item but also very popular are the pork chop sammy's. I cant figure out which one I like better but I have never had one without the other."

Ashok Selvam

"Does a polish sausage count as a hot dog? If so, then Jim's belongs on this list, as their Maxwell Street polish sausages, with onions and sport peppers, are a true taste of Chicago."

Nick Kindelsperger

"The crisp and caramelized casing gives way to a juicy and very smoky interior. Really flavorful. The thinly sliced onions are well caramelized, but only slightly sweet."

Anthony Tuccio

"If you are looking for the best polish sausage in Chicago, you come to Jim’s Original. This institution has been serving the Original Maxwell Street Polish Sausage Sandwich since 1941. When something has been around for that long, you know it has to be good."

Lauren Petrow

"Jim’s Original started over 70 years ago, creating the first Maxwell Street Polish! Thank goodness for Jim!"

Peter Strazzabosco

"Jim's Original sausage greeted my gums with a crusty snap, followed by a deliciously sinful medley of onions and processed beef. The onions were gloriouslyly caramelized and sweet."

Shavon Coleman

"Jim's had a superior flavor with its char grilled greatness. It had just the right amount of succulent smokey goodness."