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Al's # 1 Italian Beef


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3.5 of 5 stars 64 ratings
64 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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1.0 of 5 stars
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#231 of 4,512 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
democrazy   8 contributions
Memphis, TN
Oct 23, 2009

Beef sandwiches are great... except I don't understand the whole "dip" thing - soggy bread is yuck! Even if you don't get your sandwich dipped, it is still really juicy. It is so juicy that you pretty much have to stand to eat it or you will get it on your clothes, which explains why there are no chairs inside.... more

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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   7 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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Feb 24, 2009

dipped! more

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Sep 7, 2008
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heart burn city....but watch your car cuz it might get STOLEN!! more

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Sep 2, 2008

good beef! recommend more

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4 of 5 stars
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Aug 6, 2008

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

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5 of 5 stars
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Aug 4, 2008

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

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4 of 5 stars
cheez2323   131 contributions
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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May 23, 2008

with sweet peppers please. 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.