Who needs McDonald's? Portillo's is taking the crown.

Picture this: A hot dog joint now ranks at the top, as the top dogs. Think of how the group made such a splash in the middle of a tough economic period. Portillo’s owes its success largely to its no-nonsense pricing and hearty portions. Portillo’s is the go-to for those craving something real to munch on They’re all about keeping it real and avoiding any sales gimmicks. The chain focuses on quality and value. Some people just love their Chicago-style hot dogs and Italian beef sandwiches. The food heaven for Chicago street food lovers! Their menu isn’t exactly long – just enough to feed your cravings. From Chicago's sandlot appeal to 90 locations across the country and growing Portillo’s growth could be seen in the distance. According to global investment banking and asset management firm William Blair’s report, Chicago’s Portillo's reigns supreme with a solid 3. 575 out of 5. The company offers great food day out and in But there’s more to Portillo’s than just great food. The chain doesn’t mess with discounts, so keep coming back for your favorite treats and you might find cheaper deals waiting for you. Keeps regulars hooked with digital badges and personalized offers. Shake Shack scored 3. 345 on the scale. Starbucks now in turnaround after ex-Chipotle CEO Brian Niccol. People turned away from Starbucks with 14% of them blaming sky-high prices. Starbucks just announced free refills on hot and iced coffees, but with strings attached. The fast-food game is getting more interesting.