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Portillo's Reservation Alerts

River North, Chicago·American

Iconic Chicago fast-casual chain — the Italian beef (dipped, with hot giardiniera), Chicago-style hot dogs, and chocolate cake shake

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Portillo's books 30 days out
Party Size
2-8 guests supported
Time Preferences
Lunch, dinner, or all times
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Tips for Getting a Portillo's Reservation

📅 Book Exactly 30 days Out

Portillo's releases reservations 30 days in advance around 10 AM CT. Set your alert to notify you right when new dates drop.

💡 Insider Tip for Portillo's

No reservation needed — it's counter service. Go during off-peak hours (2-4 PM) to avoid long lines. The River North location is the most tourist-friendly.

🪑 Try Bar Seating

Many restaurants including Portillo's offer their full menu at the bar with less competition for seats.

🔔 Set Multiple Alerts

With Pro, set alerts for multiple date ranges at Portillo's to maximize your chances of landing a table.

Portillo's Reservation FAQ

How do I get a reservation at Portillo's?

Set up a ReservationFinder alert for Portillo's. We monitor OpenTable every 5 minutes and notify you instantly when a table opens — whether it's a new release or a cancellation. You can then book directly on OpenTable.

Why is it so hard to get into Portillo's?

Portillo's is one of Chicago's most sought-after restaurants — iconic chicago fast-casual chain — the italian beef (dipped, with hot giardiniera), chicago-style hot dogs, and chocolate cake shake. Tables book up within minutes of release, and cancellations are the primary way most diners get in.

When does Portillo's release reservations?

Portillo's typically releases reservations 30 days in advance, usually around 10 AM CT. However, cancellations happen throughout the day — our 24/7 monitoring catches these the moment they appear on OpenTable.

What platform does Portillo's use for reservations?

Portillo's uses OpenTable for reservations. ReservationFinder monitors OpenTable and sends you a direct booking link when availability opens.

How long does it typically take to get a Portillo's reservation with alerts?

With ReservationFinder alerts, you'll be notified the moment a table opens. Pro tip: no reservation needed — it's counter service. go during off-peak hours (2-4 pm) to avoid long lines. the river north location is the most tourist-friendly. Being flexible with dates and times significantly improves your chances.

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