When I think of the old days of living on the South Side of the city and the foods that always brought a measure of joy Ricobene's always ends up on the list. The original king sized breaded steak sandwich is the kind of comfort food that you long for when you need that gastronomical hug. This original location under the Dan Ryan has always been a favorite stop, no matter if it was in my car after a night out, a day at Comiskey Park (or what ever the heck they are calling it now), or in the ambulance between calls. My stop there recently not only brought all the memories back, but was made even better by sharing the experience with my sons. The king sized steak sandwich is a handful of goodness, the steak is cooked to perfection without being greasy or overdone, it is folded nicely into the fresh roll smothered in red gravy (that is red tomato sauce) and mozzarella cheese, if you are like me you also get sweet peppers and giardiniera to round it off. This is a serious sandwich that requires both hands and can be a little messy to eat....all the more fun. The chili cheese fries were excellent, the fries not limp or overly greasy and it tasted like they were fried in peanut oil. The chili was good, nice change to have beans in it without having to ask, and the spiciness was right on. If you have never had a good breaded steak sammich then do yourself a flavor by stopping by....just remember to grab a few extra napkins. read more

I have been going to Ricobene's forever now and it still is one of my go to places if I'm looking for a bite. My favorite items are hot wings and rib tips. The single order of hot wings are 8 large wings sitting on top of a bed of fries drenched in their hot sauce (the sauce isn't too spicy at all, but still really good). Tip - get fries on the side if you like to dip your fries like me. Rib tips are very similar, rib tips with awesome BBQ sauce sitting on top of a bed of fries. My mouth is watering writing this...... The place is open late and has a lot of seating. It's got a classic south side vibe. I must have ordered at least 100 orders of hot wings in my life. Is that wrong? read more

This place is a Chicago classic! Their breaded steak sandwich is to die for as is their breaded steak pizza! Their chicken parm sandwich is also great as well....really nothing here is bad and it's the reason why I'll keep coming back to Ricobene's. read more

Ricobene's in Chicago institution the food is very hot ,very tasty never had a bad meal there, my orders are always been correct, fast service thank you read more

Steak sandwich is solid but by no means would I call it one of the best sandos in the city. If I lived nearby I would definitely get it on the reg but even being 15 min away it's not enough of a draw. I did think the cheese fries were outstanding. Service was slow- it was busy on a Sunday afternoon but I waited more than 30 min for my food and it didn't seem 30 min wait busy. read more

I eat their meatball sandwich (with mozzarella) 2-3 times a week. It's the greatest I've ever had.

We had seen Ricobene's on Check, Please and noted we wanted to try it. Went for lunch on a Saturday and it did not disappoint. We decided we would split two sandwiches so we ordered the fried steak and the combo Italian beef and sausages. Added mozzarella to the steak and green peppers to the combo. The fried steak sandwich is amazing and memorable. Possibly the messiest sandwich I have ever had but the stack of napkins they put on our tray came in handy. The combo was also great- although the sausage was exceptional and the beef was a little drier than I like and expect. We made the mistake of ordering the king size sandwiches. We thought if we were sharing them, this would be a way to get larger sandwiches. Wrong- They were just tiffed with more meat. And they were sloppy- perhaps taking something away from the taste as sometimes, too much is worse than just enough. They are serving a limited menu during the pandemic- but we were there for the items they are best known for, so we had no issues with the menu as it was. The ambience was good. Tables well spaced and cleaned after each guest. Felt very safe and healthy. - except for the amount of food- which was extreme. All in all, another item off the Chicago bucket list and a place I would consider coming back to in the right situation. Certainly not a white table cloth, special occasion place. But ideal for a quick lunch on the near south side. read more

Came here while on business in Chicago. I read this on a fellow Yelper's profile. Actually, I have to admit, I was reading all his reviews, as he is a Chicago native and seemed to have some good food on his profile... a bit stalker-ish, but yea... anyways... :) This place is crawling with Chicago police... there's TVs posted up around the place to catch the game, and it's self-serve. I ordered the breaded steak sandwich and cheese fries. The sandwich was better than the Italian beef at Al's that everyone raves about.. THIS SANDWICH should be the staple of Chicago!! As for the fries.. meh, I've had better.. YUM YUM! cant wait to go back next time I'm in town! :) read more

Ricobene's - breaded steak sandwich and cheese fries - Italian Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Order food, the wait time was t bad, except for getting the complete wrong order. I informed them of said order and was told to bring the wrong bag of food out with receipt. 45 min later they dropped off my order with no apologies, gave them the order of food that wasn't mine. I was surprised they didn't just tell me to keep the wrong order of food after we sighed in the bag to realize it wasn't our order. I would hope they made fresh food for them too. No discount/refund was offered for their mistake! Order didn't come with napkins, utensils, crackers or spoon for the soup. Not pleased at all with service. But who cares, there's 100 orders before and after mine, so they won't losing a customer. read more

Been going to Rico's since I was young. They definitely have gone down a bit and on top of that they jacked up the prices now. Breaded steaks can be inconsistent. I'll sometimes get the Chicken Vesuvio or Chicken Parmesan and those are usually pretty good. The fries are not the best. Sometimes they seem a bit undercooked for me. The pizzas are ok. They usually seem friendly or nice enough just doing their jobs. read more

Ricobene's - Single Hot Wings with Fries - Italian Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

I've been eating the breaded steak here for more than two decades and never a disappointment. I recently went in there and saw a variety of deep-dish pizza and figured to try some of them. I was glad I did, the spinach pizza was the best - the slice was rich but savory - I loved the buttery flaky corn bread like crust, it was the perfect combination. Plenty of seats and never worried about not finding a seat and FREE WiFi. Just yesterday, went online an ordered another deep-dish pie and it was easy as pie. Tip: There are online coupons - saved me 10% on my first order.... read more

Place is always amazing. This time I tried the Rib Tips! Still good! Service is always on point even when it's incredibly busy.

This is a super great place to grab casual food! The menu has a lot of variety and the fries are to die for. The atmosphere is great and the counter service is quick. read more

Well they serve breaded steak sandwiches the size of footballs. Clear your stomachs schedule. Chow Down. Enough Said.

Ricobene's is optimized for a White Sox night game - fast kitchen, huge portions for reasonable prices, and a free shuttle to the ballpark! The regular breaded steak sandwich is big enough to feed two adults and the lemon Italian ice has real bits of lemon. Lots of seating too. Food is good and filling. read more

Ricobene's - Italian Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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People from all walks of life flock to this neighborhood institution that serves up everything from its famous breaded steak sandwich, pizza (made with cornmeal), hot dogs with crispy, greasy fries, and even Italian ice! Rico's, affectionately called by many, has a large dining area for you and your friends to congregate, or you can just take your order to go. Fortunately there's a large parking lot across the street so you don't have to worry about hunting down street parking. Prices are reasonable and offer value across the menu depending on what you're in the mood for, and Rico's always delivers consistency. For those with a ravenous appetite, try the King size of any of their sandwiches. It's like eating a brick, at least in size. Also, you'll want to try their deep dish spinach/mushroom pizza. This is quintessential Rico's, and is probably one of their more popular offerings. Anyways, if you're in the neighborhood and crave some Italian, you'll want to stop by this family-owned anchor within Chicago. read more

Staff forgot to add an item to my order, then when I went to the counter, and mentioned it, the second staff member was very rude to me... it's clearly not the Ricobene's I remember anymore. read more

The delivery guy was amazing . The pizzas was still nice and hot. I will order from here again.

Look out, Pequod's! You got some competition out there! Ricobene's Four Seasons pizza is slowly climbing to the top of favorite pizzas. It's sausage, mushroom, onions and green peppers. I've only had it thin crust style and it is fabulous! The crust is crispy and not too cracker-like thin. My coworkers and I have also started to order the fresh tomato, spinach and mushroom thin crust combo and it is amazingly fresh and always hits the spot. The pizza itself also isn't that greasy compared to other places, so that's definitely a plus in my book! There's also pan and deep dish options, but we have yet to try those out. I, however, can attest to their pepper and egg sandwich (yummy!) and their chicken salad (wonderfully seasoned chicken and fresh ingredients!). If you wanna order for delivery, this place gets pretty busy like everyday, so allow extra time because they'll probably make you wait 45 minutes. I've come here during lunch to pick-up orders and it's a madhouse. However, the convenient parking lot across the street is a nice bonus. FYI - You can order online. Plus, there's a couple coupons on their website (like, dollar or two dollars off pizzas). However, even though you input your payment information online, they don't actually charge your card until you either pick up the food or they deliver the food. (This was one thing I didn't know and they actually made me come back because they didn't charge me when I picked up the food! Oops!) Cheers to another Southside win! read more

Ricobene's - spinach, tomato, mushroom - yum! - Italian Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

LOVE Ricobene's. Their breaded steak is amazing! Extra Sauce and Extra Cheese! Freak'n delicious. Pan pizza is pretty good too. Great staff and great food. read more

Ricobene's - Delicious breaded steak! Letting the cheese melt! - Italian Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Nestled in between the 94 expressway and 26th St. is one of the finest Chicago pizzerias south of the Loop... Ricobene's, a favorite haunt for many in the CPD, offers mouth-watering deep dish and thin-crust slices, so delicious it can put even the proudest New Yorkers to shame. The price of a slice is surprisingly cheap, given its 5-star quality -- making this the perfect date night location for pizza lovers! The interior decor is that of a traditional Italian pizzeria -- vintage family portraits, celebrity autographs, and photos of Chicago landmarks dot the walls, so that while you eat you can also "drink in" the images of both Ricobene's and Chicago's history! In terms of affordability, quality, service and decor there is none better than Ricobene's. read more

Love breaded steak and this is the place to get them!! So darn good you gotta get the King!

I love Ricobene's Deep Dish Spinach with mushroom pizza, and their Four Season's pizza and their Deep Dish Sausage pizza. I love their " Chili Hot Dog," and I love their fresh cut french fries! I don't care for their beef sandwiches, or the famous steak sandwhich, but their pizza will always be top knotch on my list. I love the corn meal crush, and the flavorful pizza sausage on their deep dish pizza as well as their regular crust pizzas. The price is very reasonable, and I find myself dreaming abou their " Deep Dish Spinach Pizza in my sleep." What can I say I grew-up eating Ricobene's and I love it. read more

The place is great and food is wonderful! The breaded steak sandwich is by far the best thing on the menu along with all other great item to chose from. read more

So glad I took the late night adventure to bust and taste this amazing steak sandwich. I was told about this place by a close friend and boy was he right on... Make sure and grab a fat stack of napkins prior to unwrapping this beast cause your going to need them. Everything messy about this sandwich makes it so tasty from the great marinara sauce to the sautéed sweet peppers this sandwich is a win win!!!! After a few days we found out this place was named the best sandwich in the US by US Today!!!! read more

Ricobene's - Italian Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

You can never go wrong with a sandwich at this place. We had breaded steak and chicken parmigiana. Home style fries. Strawberry Italian ice! Yes there was a wait time but it will truly be worth your wait. Quick service snd great staff. This is a Chicago must. read more

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I've had a lot of sandwiches and this is the best one I have ever had, the breaded steak is fantastic. The fresh cut fries are awesome.

Sooo I love ricobenes food but it's a problem when you've encountered HAIR in their food a couple times now. First time was at the taste of Chicago, I ordered a breaded steak from their booth then I noticed a short dark piece of hair. Immediately returned it with the hair still on it. Then a couple minutes ago, friends and I ordered take out, we were eating at our place and enjoying the food. My friend friends a blonde piece of hair in his wings. None of us are blonde either. please tell your employees to wear your hair nets!!! read more

Ricobene's - Italian Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Haha it's Ricobene's, a Chicago icon that basically needs no reviews or introductions at this point. I'm not a huge fan of the pizza (although my wife is) but their Chicago style dogs and wings aren't messing around. read more

I have fallen in love!! In love with the amazing breaded steak sandwhich, that is by far the best breaded steak ever! Order it to be ON GARLIC BREAD, then you will be even more blown away. Also ask for hot peppers on it. The king size is huge and not for someone with a small appetite. The breaded steak is so delicious and has that amazing fried taste that melts in you mouth. Always get the red sauce on it. We also has a deep dish pizza, the deep dish is simple, not award winning, but is really good in it's own way. I give two thumbs up for the deep dish. Do not get the thin crust because it is not good! I will be here again and again so I can visit my new love, the breaded steak sandwhich on garlic bread with hot peppers. The hype is real! read more

Ricobene's - Breaded steak sandwhich on garlic bread oh yea! - Italian Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Our whole family went here yesterday to eat our dinner. We'll use two cars. There is a lot of parking outside so we park our car easily. There are some customers inside. We have a table easily because we book a reservation earlier. All of us count 8 members. We ordered veggie thin crust pizza, small thin crust cheese pizza, personal thin crust cheese pizza, regular rib tips dinner, wings, boneless wings, meatball sandwich, and mostaccioli. We waited about 45 minutes and then it came. About 5 people served our food at our table. They are so caring to put it on our table. They will greet us before they leave. We enjoy our food a lot. All of it was delicious. Were so happy that we had an amazing dinner yesterday. We give the staff a tip for good service. read more

No wonder it is one of bourdain's favorite sandwich in Chicago! It's a messy big sandwich so load up on the napkins. Bread fried steak soaked in tart tomato sauce with pickled peppers. Bread was a normal hoagie roll but so soft yet chewy. The sauce, cheese, pickles, meat came together in a satisfying combo. Yes it's a good sandwich! read more

I wish I could give them no stars no only did they tell me they don't have slices of pizza but I ordered delivery at 9:46 and its 11:12 and I still have not gotten my food I called to check on my order and they told me the food was with the driver which was about 20 mins ago. I am very displeased with the service and customer service of this establishment. It is a shame that people that live 10 mins away have to wait over a hour to get their food. I do not recommend this restaurant nor will I patronize this business again. The food isn't even all that good to be waiting this long for the order. Never will I ever order any thing from here again if you decide to be looking forward to waiting damn near a hour and a half for your order . Please don't waste your time or money they are a disgrace to fast food and customer service and deserve to be shut down and put out of business. read more

Awesome sandwiches and pizza!! The portions are for very large appetites!! Go hungry and you will still bring home leftovers!! read more

What can I say that has not already been said about Ricobene's? 1 - I agree that the breaded steak is the way to go - personally I order it with mozzarella, sweet peppers and hot peppers on the side. I can barely get through 1/2 a regular size, maybe bit more if I am starving. 2 - free parking definitely plus! 3 - late hours another plus! 4 - I have never received bad service and I've been coming here for many years. Not sure what people expect when they complain about service in a fast food places so I am not going to judge... but as far as my experience at Ricobene's the staff has always been nice, friendly and accommodating. 5. - Pizza - I love pizza, but this is not what I come to Ricobene's for. I have other places that make my fave pizza...that being said, their pizza is not bad either, it's ok. I usually get whatever veggie options they have and never had a bad slice. 6. French Fries - I really like their french fries... no matter what I get, I have to have an order of fries on the side....but be warned the orders are pretty big. I never finish an entire order. 7. Hot dogs, etc. - gotta be honest - I have not had their hot dogs, beefs, etc...but have been there with people who do and they have all devoured them..so I guess they were good. I had a salad there the other day and it was pretty good (yeah, I had a salad - what was I thinking). I only wish they threw in a roll, or a piece of french bread with the salad. 8. I like that the place attracts so many different types of people, there's always a nice buzz about the place, you can order a pitcher of beer with your meal if you'd like, it's casual, family friendly and has yet to disappoint. read more

We had a great experience picking up our meal. We ordered the famous breaded steak sandwich, a pizza, and an antipasto salad. Everything was delicious. We will definitely be back for more. read more

Unbelievable portion sizes for their food. For those who've never been before, imagine a family-owned portillo's... then increase the size of the food by at least double. Had the steak sandwich and the vesuvia (girlfriend got this one) They were unbelievable. If they ask "cheese and peppers", simply say yes. They have a very acidic yet entirely complimentary giardenara. read more

Ricobene's - Fork for comparison.... - Italian Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Groupon provided the introduction, and I have to say, breaded steak sandwiches wouldn't have been my first choice but I'm glad I went since this was some tasty stuff! The sandwiches were incredible, and the huge helping of fries and the huge soda left me in pain by the time I walked out of here. The bigger revelation was the pizza at Ricobene's; clearly, the majority of people who ordered while I was here tonight got the pizza, so next time around I may grab a slice of the pie and a soda since that seems like it would be plenty of food for a reasonable person. Looking forward to a future visit! read more

Tony from the midway airport area I phoned in a order at Ricobenes upon arriving back home we found our order to be wrong ( shame on myself ) we called Ricobenes to inform them our order was wrong which they looked up and said your absolutely correct after speaking with a general manager they insisted on me driving order back ( NOT EVEN DELIVER ) the best results we're to give us 10 percent off our next order or return the food we didn't order and then we could make your original order VERY UNPROFESSIONAL read more

Breaded steak sandwich was terrible. Not like it used to be. Steak and breading is mushy. No hint of being a steak. No chew to it. Messy, tastes like all breading. read more