Ricobene&#x27;s

One of the best sandwiches I've had in a long time. No notes. Flavor profile is AMAZING, the bread…read moreis *chef's kiss*. The meat is perfectly moist and is paired very well with the sweet caramelized onions. I just selfishly wish it was a bit more affordable (just because in that case, I'd come by a lot more often:) ) My bf and I were enjoying a coffee nextdoor at The People's Cafe, and it was an option to order pickup from TriBecca and eat it at the cafe (due to limited seating).

I went there today. The only employee working was washing the outside windows when I got there. I'm…read moreglad she wasn't cleaning the toilets. The menu was on a hand held. I ordered the Italian and when I went to look for chips there was no chips. Sixteen dollars for a sandwich is high for me. The owner must be passing on City Halls rules on me. Then they want me to tip the employee for washing the windows.

2.8 mi•West Loop, Near West Side

Menu... or use the laptop kiosk for photos

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Nonna's Pizza & Sandwiches

4.2(296 reviews)

It's been a month since I flew to Chicago and tried this place, but it's absolutely a place you…read morecannot forget. Small spot you could casually pick up food and walk to if you're around downtown. Lots of cheese and sauce with a beautiful baguette to remind you that this place makes pizza too. Dough, cheese, and sauce are what this place really excels in. It's no surprise that they do it well across the board. Out of the sandwiches I tried, the gardinera pairs the best with the Drunken Chicken sandwich. I'm unsure if my hunger pangs were amplifying my experience, but this sandwich was something of legends... The ingredients combo into something a little too unfair to not be distributed to the rest of America. The food really feels special when you have it late night after a really long day of fun. The people are casual and nice and didn't make it awkward to eat there even though the place itself is quite small. Considering cops came in to order here out of all the places around, I can see how anyone could make this their staple spot.

Loved how this place is right in West loop and it was quick to order. We got their cold cut…read moresandwich and the Sicilian pizza but I thought the pizza was a little too salty than I expected but the cold cut sandwich was my favorite. They had seating indoor and outdoor and perfect place to grab lunch or dinner.

8.8 mi•Ravenswood, Lincoln Square

Nonna's Chicago - Located at 925 W Randolph St.

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Meatball Sandwich

Falcon's Handcrafted Sandwiches

4.7(92 reviews)

09/12/26 - I saw this last night on Yelp & knew I had to check it out. I saw a picture of Falcons…read morePork Tenderloin w/green apple Cole slaw & knew I had to have it. This is one of best sandwiches Ive had in a long time. The pork tenderloin was fried in buttermilk to the perfect crunchy texture w/the interior pork tender & moist. Add the green apple coleslaw for a great crunchy texture, the yellow mustard to add the perfect vinegary flavor & you have an awesome meal. This comes w/fries cooked to an excellent crunchy texture. They have a pretty extensive menu but this sandwich was so dam good I'm sure I will order it again. Yolanda was the server in Falcons. She did an awesome job being the only person working the dining room at the time. Look at this menu selection. There are so many items but you know how it is when you find something that is for me near perfection you know anything else you order will not live up to what you had. You will be left thinking that you had stayed w/the original option. Like they say once you've had the best why try the rest. Maybe after eating it multiple times I will be willing to try something else.

This little gem is a must try. My personal favorite is the chicken caesar wrap, but I've been happy…read morewith their sandwiches and burgers. They offer a student and teacher discount during the week, but even without it, the prices are reasonable, especially considering the quality of the food. The owner-chef, who previously worked for Eatly, also serves a variety of pasta dishes and gelato. They have a rotating soup menu and seasonal specials. During November, you don't want to miss the thanksgiving sandwich. I'm looking forward to finally trying the gelato this summer.

2.8 mi•West Loop, Near West Side

Booths

Left: Fried Chicken Sandwich Right: Cheeseburger

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J.P. Graziano Grocery

4.6(768 reviews)

If this doesn't feel old-fashioned authentic Italian deli, I don't know what is? A really friendly…read morestaff just a cool vibe that I can't explain. It's an honesty system. You walk in, they take your order and then they tell you to just go to the window and tell them what you got. If you want chips and a pop, you can leave them on your table. They're not gonna ask for it. You simply tell them how many chips or pop you got. I mean how could you not like this place? Fulton market is getting bougie nowadays, J.P Graziano is the antidote. Mr. G the sandwich has a lot of things going on, not with the meat but all the veggies and it's spicy that you almost can't taste the meat. The Italian sandwich however is excellent. It's very distinctive very flavorful less complicated. I like this better. I cannot say enough how great the crew here is.

After multiple people telling me this was the best sandwich in Chicago, I started following em…read moreclosely and made the trek to it. This iconic restaurant is definitely worth the trip! Showed up to a line and I can see why! The prices are super cheap for this high rent area and the subs are made with fresh ingredients all the way down to local bread! Jim, the owner, has this place dialed in and takes pride in what he is putting out. I wish more restaurant owners had the same mentality that he does for quality over quantity. The space is amazing too, has the old world charm that you seek out in these older buildings. I feel very lucky to have got to go to this wonderful restaurant and I highly recommend it to anyone that wants a great sub at a terrific price! Thank you to the entire Graziano crew for doing what you do and making this a special restaurant in Chicago!

5.0 mi•West Town, Humboldt Park

The menu

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Owner taking order, wow!

La Sandwichera

4.9(76 reviews)

I went back for another La chancleta and the experience was the exact same. Amazingly friendly…read morepeople and the sandwich is sooo good. I couldn't finish it this time and surprisingly the leftover a day later was still good too. Recommend this place for a good sandwich --original review---- Everyone is really sweet and friendly here. They clearly have regulars who are greeted like returning relatives and even a first timer like me was welcomed warmly. The sandwich was stacked with ingredients and flavor. Shocked how good their pastrami is! Liked that they grill the roast beef to give it extra flavor. A solid basic coffee too.

La Sandwichera in Humboldt park is known for their sandwiches and hospitality. This is a very…read morepopular spot in the Humboldt park neighborhood. You can typically find this place filled with people. I was more impressed with their friendly service. The staff were incredibly attentive and nice. They really make everybody really special and treat all of their customers like loyalty. They have a wide variety of sandwiches and also a bar if you want to grab a drink.

3.2 mi•River North, Near North Side

A panorama of the place as I looks a lot more established than my last review a few years ago.

Ham sandwich & Bacon Sandwich

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Outside view

Al's Beef

4.3(492 reviews)

First time in Chicago and have been wanting to try an Italian dipped beef sandwich. To my surprise,…read moreI consider this one of the best meals I've had thus far on my trip. Went on a rainy Saturday afternoon with the queue out the door but was moving at a good pace. Staff was friendly and food came out very quickly, a key trait of a well ran establishment. I got the regular beef sandwich with sweet and spicy peppers, and a side of fries. I love that the sandwich was soggy but held itself together, and the flavor was amazing in itself as well. Definitely coming back here when I find myself back in Chicago!

Came to Al's because it's Chicago and I've never tried a beef steak. I the restaurant has counter…read moreservice and you get your food quickly. The cashier was friendly and helpful. Here's what I had: got it traditional beef steak, wet with peppers and onions with no cheese. Overall it was good, kind of like a French dip sandwich, but with no Ajou sauce only dipped and given to you so it's wet. It was kind of messy and a cool experience.

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March 5, 2024

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pros: -amazing service!! super friendly staff…read more-clean tables and bathrooms -i ordered the avocado and quinoa superfood ensalada with air fried chicken and it was cooked to perfection -great location! cons: -none

food: good chicken sandwich for the price. would get charged 20+ at other restaurants…read more service: nice staff ambiance: nice outdoor area too

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4.3(236 reviews)

5.6 mi•Lincoln Park

I love truffle flavor anything so had to try their truffle BLT and fries…read more The fries were ok, the truffle flavor came from the aioli that was drizzled on top. It was really creamy but I'm not a fan, got flavor fatigue after awhile. The truffle BLT had the same sauce slathered between two white bread. The bacon was too thick and chewy instead of thin and crispy like how I would have preferred. I don't know if any sandwich made with two white bread can go any farther than just being mid

Classic burger i got was soo delicious. very juicy and hearty!! my drink was hibiscuis and…read moresomething else, soo terribly tart hahah so not my cup of tea but when I went home and added more honey, it was way better. Cashier was super sweet!!

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Space

Truffle BLT and Fries

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Sunday brunch

Conte Di Savoia

4.5(360 reviews)

This. Sandwich. Was. Amazing…read more Decided to stop by for a quick sub and I was not disappointed. Walking into the spot reminded me of a spacious deli shop. It was refreshing to come to a deli that didn't have an overwhelming menu. When it was my turn to order, the interaction felt very personable. I ordered a Turkey Pastrami & Provolone sandwich and my girlfriend ordered a Turkey and Provolone (not pictured). The overall assembly of the sandwich was perfect. The bread is sourced from D'Amoto's (IYKYK) ‍. The meat was thinly sliced but they didn't skimp at all. The hot peppers were the star of the show though. Conte will definitely see me again this week! lol

On a busy Saturday, I decided to order ahead for myself and my hangry kids. We ordered Italian,…read moretuna and prosciutto subs. We also threw in an order of tiramisu and the large canoli. We were quoted a time of 20 minutes out. We arrived a little early and the gal at the counter told us it would be a few minutes. She called out when ready and sat at one of the tables in the front to eat. Each sub had a decent amount of filling. While we each offered the smallest subs, we were plenty full when we left. We enjoyed our subs and now have a place to add to our list for a new quick lunch. For the store itself, they have some odds and ends but many Italian staples. The counter and deli had a steady flow of customers in and out.

4.6 mi•West Town, Wicker Park

Tuna Sub

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4.4(143 reviews)

Kitchen open late

Full bar

every time I come to or order door dash from CH, it's always bussin. I also get the mushroom and…read moreveggies sub and it has never missed, the flavors go crazy. Also love how they cater to the stoner community. Service always hella flavorful and the people are down to earth. love the feel/ layout of their establishment. 5/5 stars fa SHO.

Stopped in to grab lunch and was impressed with how many options there were. It took a bit of time…read moreto get our sandwiches but we finally got our order. The Greifo was good but they forget to remove the olives and mushrooms (and there was a ton).

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N N.

4 years ago

I've been traveling from the far western suburbs supporting your establishment ever since the 1980's when RICOBENE'S was just a walk-up shack for your breaded steak sandwich. Now that I buried my loved one, it's time to address the lack of customer service skills and lack of communication skills displayed by your Manager SUSIE A. This is not my 1st encounter with her CONFRONTATIONAL and BRASH DISPOSITION. On the evening of MAY 28, 2022, I WAS STARTLED, SHOCK, STUNNED and COMPLETELY OFFENED BY HER ACTIONS. My order was simple; a full slab no BBQ sauce w/ bake potato, a chicken parm sandwich and a small thin four season pizza. After a 40 minute wait, I asked the cashier regarding my order. The cashier had a daunting confused look on her face. The manager approached me in a forbidding harsh tone "NO YOUR ORDER ISN'T READY" and simply walked away. I WAS SHOCKED AND CONFUSED. My Loved One wanted your ribs that evening, so I waited. Twenty minutes later I asked the cashier about my order again. When MGR SUSIE A. finally came, she was loud and brazen saying something about ""THE SOX PLAYED blah blah blah, DON'T YOU SEE WE'RE BUSY blah blah blah (tossing a bag), WAITING ON PIZZA blah blah blah......."" I WAS STUNNED AND COMPLETELY EMBARRASSED wondering WTH just happened. Your MGR was completely out of line. I am always POLITE and I was more than just PATIENT. SUSIE A. NEVER OFFERED ME A POP DRINK WHILE I WAITED OR TO COMP THE PIZZA BECAUSE OF THE LONG WAIT....... ...as she continued to scold and denigrate me, your entire establishment got quiet, focusing at me being closed in by 5 CHICAGO POLICE OFFICERS. I was so lost for words and asked for a REFUND. The next day I came to complain and also noticing my card was charged $4.42. Desiree apologized for the experience and said the $4.42 was some type of HOLD from my card. My 62 years never heard of a CREDIT CARD HOLD FOR CANCELLING AN ORDER....... Your Manager SUSIE A. is TRIFLING and A THIEF. For 4 DECADES I've been supporting your establishment and I NEVER... Is this how SUSIE A. speaks to PEOPLE OF COLOR? Why do I need to keep up with the CHICAGO WHITE SOX when I'm hungry and want to eat...? Where do I attach my receipts??????? All I wanted to do was drop off those ribs to my NOW DECEASED MOTHER...... read more

Jimmy D.

5 years ago

You need to tell your staff not to lie to their customers or at least get their facts STRAIGHT!!! I was in your restaurant on Saturday July 3 at 7 PM. I asked both cashier female and the guy taking my order if there were refills on the soda and they both said YES!! Even though the sign said NO REFILLS they assured me there was!!!! When I returned 15 minutes later after spending $40 to get a refill the SAME GUY SAYS NO REFILLS. I told him ....but you said there was. He turned to the female cashier and asked her and she told him to ask the manager. The manager turned to me and said NO REFILLS. If I had known there were no refills... myself and my two friends would have left. So thanks for taking my money then lying to me later. Great BAIT & SWITCH!! Which by the way is considered CONSUMER FRAUD!! Well you lost me, my friends and family as customers!! I guess the pandemic really wiped you out to the point where you can't afford to dispense a 25¢ refill but yet you can give a free Stella beer to one of my friends. Nice business tactics!! I will be sure to post my experience and feelings on your Facebook page and *YELP! read more

Betty H.

104

9 years ago

Rico's has quickly gone downhill!!! We frequent this establishment at least 2x/week for pizza, burgers and breaded steak. Hopefully the owners actually read these reviews and use them to help fine tune their overall operations. Here's a strong suggestion - meet w your late night staff and re-train them on how to handle complaints to ensure customer satisfaction. I addressed my concerns to your staff as well as your mod and the way they handled the situation was by far the worst. I was not rude nor did I make a scene. In fact, I spoke softly, so other customers did not hear. I just wanted to let them know, they should not be serving old and dry pizza or burnt breaded steaks. I understand the cost of food is extremely high and you can't afford to be wasteful, I get it, BUT, when one orders a breaded steak crispy, it should NOT be completely overcooked, where it ends up being hard as a rock. I have ordered my breaded steak this way for the past 40 years and your cooks have always executed well. Such a dissappointment. read more

ralph c.

16 years ago

I've been eating here for thirty years and was excited to move back within delivery range. My bad. The last time I ordered, it took two and a half hours during which I was told twice to go downstairs as the driver was near and spent over 25 minutes on hold. When I spoke to a manager, she offered me nothing and basically told me to wait. I swore I would never call again. Tonight, I was weak. Again, my bad. To be safe, I placed the order online and promptly recieved a confirmation email. Almost 90 minutes later, at midnight, I called to find out what was going on. I was told they didn't have the order and that spome times on-line orders "didn't go through". Yet again, No one even apologized. No manager was willing to speak with me. I am betting that no one there will ever read this, because they simply don't give a f*%) about their customers. Too busy raising prices and lowering quality. If I lose that bet, I will retract this. Who wants the "under" on how long that takes. read more

Jay B.

1 year ago

Ricobene's is one of those spots that feels like a time capsule in the best way. The fried batter steak absolutely lived up to the reviews. Crunchy on the outside, tender on the inside, and packed with flavor. If you know, you know. What really caught me off guard in the best possible way were the prices. It felt like I was back in the late nineties or early 2000s. You can still get a full meal here without emptying your wallet, which is rare these days. The place was packed and had its own rhythm. There were people playing chess, others working remotely on laptops, and a steady stream of folks coming in and out. It had that real neighborhood energy. The pizza slice line was long but moved surprisingly fast. They have it down to a science. One star off only because it can get a bit hectic and noisy during the rush. But if you are in the mood for classic Chicago eats and a real city vibe, Ricobene's is well worth the trip. read more

nereida r.

6 years ago

We only get Ricobene's on special occasions because it's a bit of a drive for us. I understand it's Mother's Day and it's going to be busy, but don't tell people their order will be ready at a certain hour if it's not. We've been in our car outside for two hours now and counting waiting for our food! And to top it all off the employees aren't even apologetic at all about it. Unfortunately we prepaid with tip and everything or else we would've left already and said screw them! Update: I ordered the food at 5:43... was told food would be ready by 6:23... finally got the food at 8:25pm... and that was after I was finally able to get through on the phone and asked if our food was ready?! They checked and it was... Only God knows how long it was sitting there (we had giving our name and number twice by then and they had told us they would call our phone as soon as it was ready)... what a disaster! And no apology either smh... read more

Phillip A.

15 years ago

If you are looking to spend your entire paycheck on one meal that will end up being full of greese, clogging your aterys, and making you sick the next day.. then I guess ricobenes is your place. I personally have seen cockroachs climbing the walls, which other customers around me pointed out aswell and we all left together... If you dont belive me, check their health inspection reports which are posted by their pizza/beer counter and you will see what the board of health has to say... In the back of the kitchen all you see are hispanic mexican looking people going crazy with NO GLOVES, NO HAIRNETS, NO APRONS, etc.. MAKING YOUR FOOD!!!! It amaze's me this place is still up and running... I wonder how much they must pay the INS and the inspectors to keep this place going. Y U C K !!! read more

Michelle W.

101

9 years ago

Is it really that difficult to order hot wings w the sauce on the side?!?! Apparently so, when it comes to Ricobene's. The gentleman taking my order, said sure w a great smile, but, apparently your pos system did not have that as an option. He then, politely asked your so-called mod, only to hear w a nasty attitude, "can't get sauce on the side". I, along with most other customers, would have preferred a much kinder response or at least just a little bit more of a professional tone like "No, I'm sorry" or "let me check w the kitchen". Service here is really a hit or miss, as we frequent this joint 2x-3x a week for the past 30 years. Your older staff are definitely worth keeping, it just sucks that If I want decent service, it will have to be before 8pm. read more

Myisha P.

18 years ago

This business is extremely racist. Even though my apartment is a block away from the establishment they told me that they do not deliver to "black neighborhoods" in fear of their drivers' safety. I came across this place after several people referred it to me I called to order for a party and ordered easy over $100 worth of food. 15 minutes after placing our order they called to say we don't deliver over in that part of town. Its not safe for our drivers! Some people will not care either way but if you still love their food just maybe choose another establishment. The idea that they would refuse delivery to their neighbors to to the color of their skin is so sad to me in 2008 in the cultural melting pot that is Chicago. Shame on you Ricobene's read more

Bob C.

15 years ago

Ricobene's has good food and pretty fast delivery. I like that they have lots of different pizza by the slice if you go in there. Great fries, good fried chicken and great pizza. The deep dish and the thin with ground beef and tomato slices are my favorites. What I hate is that they almost never have a deep dish sausage pizza slice. More than half the time when I stop by they are always cooking one. Wouldn't that mean that it's probably your most popular slice? Maybe you could make a few more of them during the peak hours? When you had no deep sausage today at 7:30, I left and went to Lina's and got a slice there. I think they have the best regular pizza in Bridgeport read more

Jeremy S.

Elite 26

129

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231

3 years ago

Absolutely a top-notch spot! The breaded steak sandwich is a must-try--remarkably delicious. Although I don't order it often, my go-to here is the pizza; ordering two different deep dish slices is a hungry man's delight! The flavors are consistently spot-on. Ample seating means minimal wait times, and the pricing is both convenient and reasonable. It's undeniably my favorite spot for a quick and tasty pizza fix. Every item on the menu is a winner. The free parking across the street is a game-changer, especially with limited street parking. Highly recommended--I usually dine in! You should too! :) read more

Kelli R.

11 years ago

First time to Chicago and wanted to try a Chicago pizza. Yelp reviews said order 45 minutes ahead. We ordered 30 mins before our arrival. We greeted the staff because they were all straight faced and spoke like robots "bee boop, order here, bee boop boop". I then paid over $30 for a large works pan pizza and two pops. After another 35 minutes, the robot transmitted that our pizza was done. We opened the box and it looked delicious. After the first bite, I was waiting for the sensational pizza I was staring at. It was not bad, nor was it good. It was surprisingly tasteless. Wasn't happy read more

Lauren P.

9 years ago

We love Ricobene's pizza. Their pan cheese lasagna and spinach lasagna is the absolute best! I always take my kids there to celebrate after a basketball game or as a weekend treat. The only reason I do not give them a five star is for the very tight space. They are always packed (because of the good food) but the tables are small and they are placed very close together. I usually need more space to enjoy a meal with my family. It's nice that they reheat the pizza in the little oven, it makes the crust crunchy. But I am not impressed with the staff they could be a little nicer. read more

Chris M.

10 years ago

But quickly figured out that this was not a salad place.is that wrong?.i've heard my parents talk about this place forever and finally got a chance to try it.still; when i'm in bridgeport and am hungry; i will stop in at ricobene's.tip: if you are picking up; call aheadfast service great good really can't go wrong except it's not healthy at all lol but its worth the drive to check out if your hungry..not to mention the butter.but be sure to check your takeout order before you leave!.heard the buffalo chicken sandwich is on point as well.i rate the steak sandwich as ok. read more

Paul P.

15 years ago

I've eaten here many many times. This place is like a home to me. I love the steak sandwich here but once in a blue moon, the steak sandwich would taste slightly different which I don't know why. You can't go wrong with the cheese burger, they can actually make something so simple taste really good. Other items worth mentioning - Cheese fries MmMm, thin crust pepperoni and sausage pizza. If you feel like something greasy and mouthwatering good- try the chicken vesuvio! read more

Jorge W.

16 years ago

There Pan Pizza is the best, the crust is like nothing you have had before... If you are like me and like a good Chili Cheesedog, this is also the place to go. At times the lines are long, but so worth the time, and the parking space/lot, well not the best place, but not many hot dog joints have a parking lot, so can't complain. A true gem in Bridgeport, not many ppl know about it, a real local hotspot and your sure to find lots of men and women in blue around. read more

Tone E.

Elite 10

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18 years ago

Ricobene's was mad famous for their breaded steak/chicken sandwiches and their amazing fries.... and that is the only reason why you should come visit. The pizza here is horrible. Ricobenes.. you should drop it from your menu. The Chicken Vesuvio, Breaded Steaks, and Eggplant Sandwich are top notch. Their chilli cheese fries are a true gut buster... You can try the other stuff on the menu... but don't say I already warned you! read more

Mary W.

7 years ago

This little known gem is somethin special for sure. The prizza is excellent, and the combo sandwich is the cat's meow. Of course, the best thing on the menu is the breaded steak sandwich. Holy Moses is it good. I can't even. So yeah, this place is great. Amazing parking situation located right off the expressway, and a big menu for all tastes. This is where you want to be going for food. It just is. read more

Inga P.

4 years ago

This is a good place to grab a quick bite. They have a parking lot across the street which is super convenient. They have a lot of good menu. Be sure to try the sandwich if you're craving something greasy. The vegetables on top complement the breaded chicken well. While I ordered my takeaway sandwich, there are places on the premises for you to eat a freshly picked sandwich. read more

Rey G.

17 years ago

Well, Being new to the area and not having many options it was the only place to go. However, the staff was super rude, the restaurant filled with police officers wasting tax payers dollars watching Sports on the televisions. The food not so great, SUPER SUPER greasy!!!! If your looking for healthy meal, not here (lol). Havent been back, and most likely wont. read more

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3.3

(662 reviews)

Listen after a long night out...this is the only place to come! Shoutout to my Chicago native…read morefriend who introduced me to such a clutch recommendation. Went in and it was semi crowded, but service was swift. Plenty of seating and they have late night hours. I believe this place is 24 hours. The menu is packed with a little of everything. You can't come here and say you can't find anything to eat. I wanted breakfast at 4am and that's what I ordered. Eggs over medium with crispy bacon and French toast. Everything came out hot and fresh. It was devoured in no time!

My wife and I are in Chicago on a culinary journey associated with our wedding anniversary over the…read more4th of July weekend. For lunch on our first day we were planning on going to Manny's Deli only to find out they are closed for the holiday weekend. So ... last minute switch, we decided to try another restaurant that had been featured on Diners Drive Ins and Dives. White Palace Grill. White Palace was also within walking distance from our hotel. The White Palace Grill is definitely old school diner. Open 24 hours a day and really features breakfast all day. We decided to go with sandwiches as that was what we were going to get at Manny's. My wife got the French Dip and I got the Reuben. My meal came with a soup so I chose the Cream of Mushroom soup. I really enjoyed the mushroom soup. At my age I can definitely remember eating Campbell's Cream of Mushroom soup from the can. The White Palace version was better but similar in a very nostalgic way. Probably the highlight of meal for me. My wife's French Dip was OK. Would say the bread wasn't the best. It would have also been better if some horseradish sauce was available. We asked for some horseradish and got delivered some cole slaw instead. Very tasty by the way, but not what we asked for. My Reuben was good, but not great. Probably more of a bread problem. The Russian dressing that was served on the side was the star. I ate the second half of the sandwich without the bread. Good corned beef, probably needed some extra kraut. Bottom line is that we are glad that we visited White Palace Grill. Good old school food, checked another DDD off the list, but there were some misses and compared to most DDDs there wasn't any wow factor.

Pat's Pizzeria

3.8

(397 reviews)

Pats is a Johnny on the spot tavern style hidden gem takeout joint. You won't expect much but damn,…read morea couple of pep and garlic and Pep and olive pies hit the spot and were delivered in 20 minutes. Great spot in downtown where on the weekends, many places near wells and Frederick are shut down or you're stuck with the deep dish kings in the area. Extra points for fast delivery. The tavern style was good and hit the spot.

Haven't had this pizza in over a year. It is so good. Hasn't changed. The sauce is lite and sweet…read more They have to option to place orders online or you can still call in an order. There's no seating. But when you walk in, you see the ovens and workers behind the counter. Service is great. Once they know you they remember you. Same friend faces. We ordered our regular. Large thin crust with sausage and mush The thin crust is so good. I'm sure we'll have another one again soon.

Fontano Subs

4.4

(287 reviews)

This is a great sub! It can get really busy at lunch time and they have limited seating. The staff…read moreare friendly and the line moves pretty quickly. I made my own sub and the ingredients were fresh and the bread was the perfect balance of crunchy and soft.

I've heard about Fontano's Subs for a while now, and I finally got to try it... let me tell you…read more.. I've been missing out! I got the 12 inch wiseguy, and it was humongous! I love how fresh the ingredients are and how they assemble it with such care! I'm usually not a fan of oily or packed sandwiches, but the flavors just blended so well together. The oil, vinegar, and mayo pair so well with all the veggies, giardiniera, and deli meats... The service was top notch. You wait in line, and they have a no cell phone policy to give them your full attention. They make sure your sandwich is packed evenly and made how you want it! The ambiance is like a small deli, and you have the option of getting drinks or chips with your sandwich as well. It's giving an old school deli that hits the spot! They also have tables to sit and eat if you're interested.

Tuscany - Taylor

4.0

(532 reviews)

I've been coming here for nearly 20 years and there's not one time that I have been let down. This…read moreis a must bravo my friends bravo

Food, Service, Ambience all were nothing to write home about. Circuses seem to have missed a beat…read morecompared to other Italian places. Server seemed apathetic- maybe had a bad day. Water glasses were semi full. Best dish were the lamb chops. Tea was interesting in a variety selection brought to the table. Parking was valet and was ambiguous to pricing.

Maxwell Street Depot

4.0

(205 reviews)