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Al's # 1 Italian Beef


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4 of 5 stars 60 ratings
60 ratings
5.0 of 5 stars
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4.0 of 5 stars
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2.0 of 5 stars
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#194 of 4,449 restaurants in Chicago
  • Cuisines: Italian, Fast Food
  • Average price*: $ 20
  • Address: 1079 W Taylor St, Chicago, IL 60607-4224
  • Phone:  (312) 226-4017
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4 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Contributor
Jun 27, 2009

Great Beef And Across the Street you Got Mario's Italian Ice more

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5 of 5 stars
dustin1114 5 contributions
NW Indiana, USA
May 28, 2009

After living in the Chicago area all of my life, tasting many different kinds of Italian beef, this truly became #1 in my mind--hands down! My mom's used to be my favorite, until I found Al's while on my honeymoon in the city. Literally, I have eaten Italian beef from dozens of different places and people, and now NONE compares... more

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5 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Contributor
Feb 24, 2009

dipped! more

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2 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Contributor
Sep 7, 2008
0/1 found this review helpful

heart burn city....but watch your car cuz it might get STOLEN!! more

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3 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Contributor
Sep 2, 2008

good beef! recommend more

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4 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Contributor
Aug 6, 2008

Again, dipped with hot peppers is the way to go. more

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5 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Contributor
Aug 4, 2008

Always a favorite when I visit Chicago. Good food. more

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4 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Contributor
Jun 22, 2008

This is the place to go to sample Chicago Italian beef! Don't expect to find a seat, though. Standing room only here. more

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5 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Contributor
May 23, 2008

with sweet peppers please. more

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4 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Contributor
Apr 25, 2008
0/1 found this review helpful

good burgers more

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Al's # 1 Italian Beef Address

1079 W Taylor St, Chicago, IL 60607-4224
Tel: (312) 226-4017
* Restaurant price information is based on meal cost per person, excluding drinks, tax and tip.