How Much Was Dick Portillo’S New Yacht?

Dick Portillo, the founder of the Portillos hot dog chain, has sold his empire to Berkshire Partners private equity firm in 2014 for almost $1 billion. The chain, which includes 50 restaurants and a higher-volume location in Downers Grove, has generated an average annual revenue of 7 to 8 million. One of the most notable investments was the 39.62m130 motor yacht Top Dog, built by Westport Yachts in the United States at their Westport, WA shipyard. The yacht’s interior was styled by American designer design house Westport Yachts.

Portillo, who also owns Honey Jam Café, sold the chain in 2014 after 51 years as a hands-on owner. He also owns Honey Jam Café in Naples. The latest white yacht, Top Dog, is named after him. The license plate of his black SUV reads DPTD, for Dick Portillo.

Portillo started his career in 1963 with 1100 in savings intended as a down payment for a house. In 2002, he bought the Naples unit for 11 million and remodeled it with help from an investment team. The latest white yacht, Top Dog, bears the name Top Dog.

Portillo’s rise to Chicago hot dog and Italian beef royalty is a testament to the American Dream. One of the best highlights of his life was the beautiful home and large yacht owned by Portillo.