Neba’s brief expansion into southern Illinois in the late ’80s brought us the most incredible hot roast beef sandwich I’ve ...

This isn’t just an Italian beef sandwich; it’s a masterpiece of thinly sliced heaven, giardiniera crunch, and bread that knows its supporting role. Photo credit: Keith H. It’s the Goldilocks of beef ...

There’s something almost religious about that first bite of a proper Italian beef sandwich – that sacred moment when the seasoned meat, soaked in its own savory juices, meets the crusty-yet-yielding ...

Some Illinois sandwiches are legendary, others fall flat. Here’s your guide to the must-haves and the major letdowns.

Add the broth, thyme, red-pepper flakes, 2 tablespoons of the parsley, and the salt to the pot. Bring to a boil. Reduce the heat and simmer, partially covered, for 15 minutes. Stir in the sausages ...

Perhaps Chicago’s oldest Italian beef sandwich shop, Al’s opened in 1938. Founder Anthony Ferreri humbly began with an early day food truck, delivering sandwiches and other baked items to ...

Tori Allen has been part of the restaurant world for more than 14 years, working in Atlanta, Buffalo, Chicago, D.C., Denver, and Los Angeles. She's a proud Buffalo native and current Chicago ...

The restaurant, located at 112 S. 11th St., has been slinging up Italian beef sandwiches, pizzas and more to the Duneland community for years.

For those new to Chicago-style food, the owner recommends trying the Italian beef sandwiches, "baptized" for full flavor. "You have to get it dipped. Matter of fact, baptize it, because it's just ...