The 8 Best Italian Beefs in Chicago
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From gravy-soaked classics to delightful new spins, Chicago’s iconic Italian beef is alive and well. Here’s where to find the very best versions, according to a local.

There are I haven’t tried yet but you get some of the usual suspects

    • @ShadyGroveEnglish
      3•1 year ago

      I really need to try johnnies, everytime a beef discussion happens online or in person this place gets mentioned.

  • @[email protected]English
    2•1 year ago

    I am on board with the first two. I personally think both Portillos and Buena have gone down hill a bit in quality. Not really in Chicago but Paradise Pup ( 1724 S River Rd, Des Plaines, IL 60018) should be on the list.

  • HowlEnglish
    2•1 year ago

    Anthony’s by Midway (63rd and Cicero) makes a dope beef IMO.

  • @[email protected]English
    1•1 year ago

    Have I been to every beef joint in the city? No. Do I need to? No. Because I have been to Johnnie’s. It is the best. Full stop.