Dryers Italian beef ever even when I asked for it dipped/wet. Dry must be their thing because I tried something different on a second order. Today I tried their breaded steak. Super dry. Says it comes with red sauce and while it technically does, the bread was still dry even after adding some. You can pay extra for more red sauce but I can't believe you have to pay more for what should be basic. I see they definitely are not Ricobene's. read more

Liked my chili dog and my polish Just not a big fan of the relish but overall was decent for a quick bite. read more

Good whole family takeout ' done the classic way. Italian beef is a must and the Ice cream a plus. Fries hot and crispy .

I ordered a Italian beef... I just think they make theirs a different way. To me it was a little bland, the peppers weren't spicy and it just lacked "soul" in my opinion. The jalapeno poppers were tasty but you don't get much for the price. The staff seemed ok but there was something about the vibe of this establishment that was "off". Maybe I'll try something else if I wander to that side of town again... read more

Pop's Italian Beef - Italian Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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The Combo sandwich's are great, get the 9" if you're really hungry. Have been coming here for years. Service is fast and courteous. One caveat, don't get the tamale boat. read more

Beef is good fries are the best. Service is great very fast. Tried the burgers nice char broil also chicken sandwich was tasty...

Food was good as usual. Love that they have coffee, chili, & dr pepper on the menu! My only suggestion would be to get new stools. They could probably get a good deal at 2nd is the new first on 95th! read more

Beef was dry A.F. Most overrated beef joints in Chicago. F'n awful. This is for Pop's on 103rd and Kedzie. Lyons Pop's is much better

I went on a Sunday at 4pm. Not busy at all. I ordered a small beef with sweet peppers and small fries, extra crispy. First, the good: the Italian beef was bigger than I thought it would be and the fries were definitely crispy, just as I requested and expected. Now, the bad: Italian beef was dry and bland, fries were oily and needed a bit more salt. The only thing that made up for the lack of flavor was the sweet peppers. Overall, fairly priced for what you get. read more

There's nothing better than the sound of "drop a fry" and "drop a stick". You just know that Pop's prides themselves in providing you with the absolute freshest meal you can receive. My go-to when I'm not wanting their amazing Italian beef with red sauce is the grilled chicken pita. Add some fries onto it and you're golden! Did I mention the delicious shakes and ice cream? They also cater. I have catered many a party from them. read more

Placed an order for pick up. Paid for the food when I arrived and then waited 15 mins for my food. The whole time the food was sitting on the counter and no one ever called my name. So now I have cold food and didn't even get a sorry or can we remake your food. Save your money and go somewhere else that cares. read more

This is the best Italian Beef in the city. Thinly shaved, always fresh, never gristly. And full of deliciousness. I love the "gardinera" here too. I used quotes b/c it's not like regular gardinera... it's not pickled veggies, it's fresh thinly sliced celery & jalapenos & red pepper flakes marinated in olive oil. It's crunchy and perfect with a beef w/ gravy (or dipped). Also, the fries are great-- thin and always hot, but I always need more salt. And the hot dogs are yummy too. read more

Their Super Beef is fantastic. It's messy, which should be expected with a good Italian beef. Their giardenera is good, not too spicy, and mostly jalapeno slices. You know a place is good when the neighborhood police officers are always eating there. A+ food, and the service is fast. read more

Have been going here for years. One of the best Italian beefs around, would put it up there with the finest beef joints throughout the city and suburbs. The homemade giardiniera is amazing as well, far superior to the standard giardiniera most places in the Chicago area carry that you can buy at a Jewel or Dominick's. I think they use thin slices of fresh jalapeno as one of the pieces in their mix. The fries are always crispy. The burgers aren't bad either. Every time I visit my family in this part of town I make it a point to stop by. Sometimes I even go out of my way to stop by. For the amount of money you spend and the quality and quantity of food you get, it is easily one of the best values throughout the Chicago land area. read more

#Saukvillage location 1. Rude staff. I been there several times ask for a bag for the Italian beef sandwiches didn't receive and on all occasion I have lost whole sandwich due to the juices soaking through the bag. Staff should be retrained. When i ask for a bag instead of putting the food in the bag they balled the bag up and tossed it to me. Food is great if it make it home but most of the time it break through bag. Use plastic bags read more

Pop's is the only Italian beef that comes close to beating Portillo's, although I still think Portillo's is better, here's what I like about Pop's (and where I think it beats Portillo's): 1. Pop's is affordable ... two of as for basically what I alone order at Portillo's. 2. Pop's has HUGE portions ... they give you a giant sack of fries, and their beefs are the size that they're actually advertised. 3. Their cheese is better than Portillo's. All in all, I think think it's pretty great. The only thing that Portillo's really beats Pop's on is the fact that they toast their bun a little, and I think the beef is a little better quality, but other than that, it's delicious. I really wish there was one downtown instead of Mr. Beef, or Al's. read more

Best Italian beef on the south side. Their gardinera is what makes the difference. They also have phenomenal salads. Super fresh.

Very disappointing . Fries were luke warm, forgot the sauce, and do not ever order a grill cheese from the off the grill catagory. It was dry hard toast with cheese melted in the microwave. I called and they said they dont have a grill to make it on, so thats the way they make it! They need to just take it off the menu instead. I cant get my money back, but a store credit... read more

The fries are fresh to order and are delicious. My main concern is that the hamburgers are no longer grilled to order unless you request it. Essentially, they are using the same shortcuts that Burger King and McDonald's use to produce fast food. The quality takes a hit anytime you take a piece of meat grill it and then let it soak it hot liquid. I don't understand the point of even grilling it if you are just going to stick it in hot liquid in a steamer. I remember they use to have burgers from a local butcher called Whittingham and they grilled them fresh everytime. I would go in 3-4 times a weak the burger was so delicious. Either way, the beef is decent but the hot peppers are the star of this show. read more

Everything that my friend blabbers about this place is true. He recommended and suggested that I try this spot, which I did, and the food was really delicious and definitely one of the best. The location is pretty nice. There is accessible parking everywhere near and in the restaurant. It is a small spot with some outdoor seating, which is nice because when I went there it was quite busy, so I was seated outside. The staff were very welcoming when I came in. Each of them is nice and friendly. They have a huge menu with a variety of options. The prices are fair and reasonable too. I just got myself the highly recommended Italian beef, some fries, and a drink, and the cost of all of it is quite nice. The service was also quick, and the food was served hot and fresh. The portion of the food was great, especially the fries, but it was thinner. Italian beef is very simple to describe. It is so delicious. It has a generous portion of flavorful, fresh, and tasty beef that definitely melts in my mouth. I love it so much and I will definitely order it again and again. I also highly recommend this restaurant. The Italian beef sandwich here is one of the best. read more

Always a little pricey, but always good stuff. I love the beef sandwiches and the combos. It's one of those places that makes you jealous of people that can eat unhealthy and not gain wait. I can only go to Pop's a few times a year. But when I go I love it. read more

"Really" fast and friendly service and always perfectly done Italian sausage or Beef sandwich's, never a disappointment!

This is one of the best beef's I've tasted in the city. The Giardiniera isn't traditional but is amazing. Best of all I've got to applaud the consistency of this place. Been going since I was a kid probably 20 yrs ago and it has always been great. read more

Great Italian beef - we order for all our events never been disappointed -s great gem in my greenwood

This is an underrated place. I don't have one compliant. My go to is a chili cheese dog with tots. Also they have really good chili and cream of chicken soup read more

Long time establishment going back to the 70's. Beef and peppers are made in-house, making for one of the Southside's better beef sandwiches. Excellent service at reasonable prices. read more

I love the food but very disappointed to see one cook with his entire nose and top lip showing along with the older front counter woman with her nose sticking out. She's handing out our food. Constantly touching her mask and then our food. I won't be going back there. read more

Best Italian sausage in Southside!! Been coming here for 11 years!!

This is by far one of the best beef combos ive had in a long time. I miss this place because of the great people

Been coming here for a while because of just how great everything is. The Italian Beef is a definite must for anyone who hasn't had it, it is my favorite here and will become yours for sure. The cheese fries are always a nice add on, as is a chocolate shake. Be aware, this isn't somewhere for one watching their weight, I mean you could eat here, but the temptation to indulge is just THAT great here. Great food, always has been, and likely always will be. read more

I'm a big fan of pops. I love their beef but wish they had real hot giadineria. So I usually get the grilled chicken sandwich, which is without a doubt the best grilled chicken sandwich ever. The amount of fries you get is ridiculous. They recently made it so the daily specials are everyday specials, which is very nice. Their burgers are great as well and the italian steak sandwich is yummy. I have yet to get something from Pop's that wasn't extremely delicious. Great local business to support! read more

Tater tots!!! That's all I got to say--this place has tater tots. There is no other place in the world that I know that sells tots. Maybe I don't get out much. ...everything else here is also good. Whatever you get--get with some tater tots... Don't even get me started on the chili cheese tots--absolutely exquisite and mind blowing delicious!! read more

Fast food at its best. I recommend the super-beef, the largest italian beef sandwich you have ever seen. Kick it up even more and make it a supercombo. Add mozzarella chesse and a large chocolate shake and get the defibulator ready. Great hot dogs and burgers also! read more

I used to eat there all the time, one time I ordered a meatball sandwich and got sick to my stomach. I thought that maybe it could have been something else ( because I didn't want to believe it could be Pops) so my daughter and I went there one evening and both of us ordered meatball sandwiches Well we both got sick to our stomachs and I mean bad. So I hate to say I am afraid to go back read more

Pops beef was just okkk, meat tasty but Pops doesnt knows what DIP means! I was pretty disappointed after i unwrapped my beef and the thing was not dripping wet where bread was soaked..nothing worst then a dry beef!! read more

Been coming here for 20 yrs., still DELICIOUS as ever!!! EVERYTHING on the menu is off da chain!!! read more

Pop's Italian Beef - Italian Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

I get the beef with hot giardinara and red sauce. Sometimes the super beef if i want leftovers haha. Thier giardinara is so tasty, its not like the stuff you can get at the store. They make thier own and its so fresh and crunchy. The jalepeno's and celery are sliced to perfection. Also they have really good fries and the italian chicken sandwich is not bad either if you don't have a taste for beef. The service is always friendly and the place always has people in it. I'm getting hungry for a beef writing this :) read more

An icon ~ I don't know why I love the chili so much but it's the best with onion and cheese Throw a tamale in and you're good! The beef is also amazing and they make their own hot giardiniera I've bought that alone buy the pint ~ read more

Watery cream of chicken soup. Not really creamy at all and odd color. Good taste but disappointed. States on the menu that it is available daily. Hopefully today was just a bad day and it's not always like that. read more

Pop's has a good beef sandwich. The service was fast and the fries were excellent. I went for the larger beef sandwich and didnt finish it. You will not be disappointed with their beef. read more