5 to Try: Italian Beef Sandwiches in Chicago

by peterbehle_citysearch - 247 Reviews - 15 Lists

Updated: October 15, 2002

When it comes to sandwiches in Chicago, nothing inspires more debate than the Italian beef. Here are five of our favorite places for this sloppy, succulent Chicago standby.

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5 to Try

  1. 1 4.5 Star Rating: Recommended Luke's Italian Beef
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    215 W Jackson Blvd, Chicago, IL 60606 (map)

    Lunchtime Loop favorite serves up a delicious rendition of one of Chicago's most famous eats.

  2. 2 3 Star Rating: Average Carms Beef & Snack Shop
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    1057 W Polk St, Chicago, IL 60607 (map)

  3. 3 4.5 Star Rating: Recommended Mr. Beef
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    666 N Orleans St, Chicago, IL 60610 (map)

    A celebrity favorite, the Italian beef sandwich at this no-nonsense joint is out of this world.

  4. 4 4.5 Star Rating: Recommended Portillo's Hot Dogs
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    100 W Ontario St, Chicago, IL 60610 (map)

  5. 5 4.5 Star Rating: Recommended Al's #1 Italian Beef
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    169 W Ontario St, Chicago, IL 60610 (map)

    For a stellar Italian beef sandwich, it's hard to beat this corner shack.

More for Meat Lovers

  1. 6 4 Star Rating: Recommended Wiener Circle
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    2622 N Clark St, Chicago, IL 60614 (map)

  2. 7 4 Star Rating: Recommended Boston Blackies
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    164 E Grand Ave, Chicago, IL 60611 (map)

    Burger joint with handsome steakhouse ambience that caters to business folks on the go.