I decided to try this for dinner. This place is across the street from Audio Logic on Harlem Avenue. Their service was excellent. It was fast, and it was made greatly! I ordered an Italian beef sandwich with cheese and cheese fries for take-out. The food was warm (in a good way). There wasn't that much cheese on the beef sandwich, but the beef had a great flavor! The taste was delicious! The fries had a lot of cheese. The fries were okay with the cheese. There was some flavor that was okay too. I am starting to really like Beefy's! Great service and food! I will come back! read more

Sometimes I use drive past this place to go to portillos, now I drive past portillos to come here. They have a big menu but my usual go to are the Italian beef sandwiches, fried zucchini. Today I tried the philly steak and it was massive but really good! It was loaded with cuts of steak, peppers onions and mushrooms with lots of melted cheese. Had to add some hot peppers too ! A sandwich here will set you back $7-$8. My dad had the gyros which looked filling and he really enjoyed it. The sandwiches here have more of a meat to bread ratio which initially won me over instead of portillos. I like the fried Zucchini it is thick slices not too greasy but fried. Lots of seating here, it is like your southside mom and pop nostalgic beef joint. I like the staff here too, they are friendly and make sure the orders always are complete. Next time I'm trying their cheese burger burger! read more

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We've been coming here about once a week for years now. The drive-thru they just put in during this coronavirus is great. Food is always excellent. The relish topping they put on the sub sandwiches is the best around. Reasonable prices and you get tons of food. We love this place! read more

We have ordered here a few times and the food is very good! We ended up waiting 20mins for our order because they were busy on a Sunday, which was annoying from the time it was supposed to be ready. Another issue was the Greek chicken with fries. They threw them in with the chicken so I had soggy, fried, and oiled French fries. I was not a fan of that. I wish they would've put them on the side. read more

If you are in neighborhood, you have to try there burgers. Big and juicy meat. The lettuce and tomato are fresh. Great service. read more

Beefy's - Burgers Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Great place very close to home. Cheaper than Portillos but taste JUST AS GOOD! roomier with quick service. My Go-To Place EVERYTIME. Hopefully my kids being theirs here like I brought them. read more

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Great food great service the best Chicago has to offer small, family style beef is big and tasty many different dishes

I've been coming here since I was a kid and it hasn't change one bit. The food is still great, the staff is still friendly, and the place is always clean and inviting. The best cheese fries are here, don't ask just order them you won't be disappointed, and if you are you don't know good cheese fries lol. I like everything here, but my go to is a slice of pizza and an Italian beef, dipped, hot and sweet peppers. Check it out and everything always taste fresh here. read more

Great food at reasonable prices.... They have the best buffalo chicken sandwich and a different soup every day of the week...

I ordered the gyro with cheese sticks and everything was delicious. Staff was pleasant.

Always drove past this place and finally came in today, man was that the right decision! Staff was so nice, place had a vibe that's warm and welcoming, and the food.....My hot dog was sooooo good, wow. It actually had grill and char marks on it, and man was it good. GO HERE! read more

Beefy's is always a good choice when you want something quick but good. My fire department goes there, and I've even brought my wife it the restaurant. Their gyros are amazing. The portion sizes are big. One gyro plate could probably feed two people. And it's reasonably priced to. read more

Great Italian beef sandwich !! Service was excellent and fast! Food is freshly made place is clean!

This place is so amazingly great!!! The cashiers are super friendly, the place is always clean, there's a little bit of a wait but what do you expect with food this good. Plus to avoid that you can simply call and place your order ahead!!! I've been coming here for years and it's just as great now as it was when I first starting coming here!!! If you want a place with great service, clean dining area, and great food you have found your happy place read more

First, as to some of the bad reviews - ya gotta read between the lines - for instance, one bad review calls this place a "dive" - Huh? But when ya read she is some snobby EDGEWATER/UPTOWN chick....then.... Another admits she eats TOFU as a meat replacement! Go figure with these types.... anyway....for REALITY and TRUTH - not as I see it but AS IT SIMPLY IS...read on.. This place is kiddy corner across the street from Portillos, and while I am a fan of Portillos, Beefys wins hands down! Why? Well, not only cuz they have great food that matches Portillos, they serve food Portillos doesnt - and at cheaper prices. Btw, I dont base the quality of food whether its cheaper than its competitors - I use my tastebuds not my wallet. So far Ive tried their Gyros (AWESOME - and they will add Feta if you ask!) Italian Breaded Steak - GREAT! Its flavorful, non greasy and is served on garlic bread that isnt overbearing! YUM! Char Chicken - As good as Portillos. Their BBQ ribs are really good as well. The pizza by the slice is very so-so and Id skip it. All in all this restaurant is clean, great fast friendly service, usually busy but you can also call in your order and pay when ya get there! read more

Beefy's is what I grew up on. Great Chicago-style Hot Dogs, Gyros, Fries, Shakes. Typical South Side greese in a bag. Great as a pre-game snack/meal before you hit some bars on Archer for the night. Or good to sit down on a Tuesday summer evening, down a bottle of beer, catch a few innings of the Sox game and walk home. Becareful about overeating at this place as one reviewer mentioned. Made the mistake of eating a Gyro AND an Italian Beef in one sitting...and went into food coma for about 14 hours. read more

I'm from Chicago but I've lived in Los Angeles for about 2 years now. Whenever I come into town there is a short list of foods I have to eat and one of those things is an Italian beef sandwich. I suppose you can find one in LA, but you'd have to look long and hard to get one that's truly Chicago style. Anywho, I took my boyfriend here because my parents like Beefy's and also they accept credit cards (side note, never really realized how many restaurants and bars in Chi-town are cash only, totally annoying). I remember as a kid liking their homemade soups and their fries also. Just as I remembered, the soup was really great (Cream of Chicken with Rice), mmmmm! It could have used a little more rice and chicken though, but all in all I was happy. Next was the Italian beef, which we both got "wet" or "dipped." The monsters came out to greet us, mine on French bread and the bf's on garlic bread. Holy moly I don't remember these sandwiches being this huge! They were juicy and delicious and definitely hit the spot. In my boyfriend's own words, "It should be illegal to serve food like this." Not that he didn't like it, but these mounds of beef, bread and peppers have to be approximately 2000 calories each. We both hated ourselves a little after eating about half and wanting more. We felt so fat and shameful. Beefy's is delicious, but almost in a negative way. It's hate-yourself-shameful. I'm so happy I don't live in Chicago anymore because I'd probably be about 200lbs if I did. Lesson learned. read more

Been coming here for years. Consistent and satisfying. Favorites are the Greek Salad (with or without Chicken / on a pita), Long Ranch Fries and grilled cheese on a pita. Also had them cater an 80 prsn event, meatball subs and Italian beers knocked it out of the park. Always have to stop to or from Midway. read more

Who cares about atmosphere at a fast food joint? I went to Beefy's all the time in the late 90's. I moved away, was coming through Summit and decided to stop in for a bite. I'm glad I did. The room and the food were EXACTLY as I remember it. In restaurants, namely fast food restaurants, consistency is key. Taking my first bite into that sandwich brought back two dozen memories. That's how much it was as good and the same as it was more than a decade ago. Love Beefy's read more

After living around the corner from this place for a few years, I FINALLY "discovered" it and they never let me down! My BF and I usually get the gyros, which are huge and amazing, and an extra side of tzatziki. The staff is always super friendly and helpful, too! If you're trying to scoot in and out because you've DVR'd the big (Blackhawks) game and don't know the score, then I'd suggest sending your kid or neighbor to get the food. The TV always has the game on and sometimes it takes 10-15 minutes to get your order. CALL AHEAD to avoid this! read more

No atmosphere, looks like a McDonald's from the "70's, but the food is wonderful. Great Beef, Burgers, Chicken, and fries. Best soup I've had in a place like this (careful; it's VERY hot). You know it's good when there are cops from four police departments all eating there at the same time (they know where the good cheap food is). Beefys IS! read more

Clean place with consistently great customer service. Good burgers, hot dogs, chicken sandwiches and even consistently good fries too.

I like Beefy's. The kids like to go there too. Gyros are great. Sub Sandwich is one of my favorites. They top it with a pepper relish, real good. 2 Hot Dog Special with fries & Pop for $6 & some change. Very clean and staff is very nice. They also serve beer if you are interested. read more

It's your local dive place to get gyros, burgers, hot dogs. Nothing special, but def. hit the spot for a work place. Had the gyro and fries during lunch today, as good at the gyro places in Greektown. read more

I am glad, no, I am proud to say I am a neighborhood customer! I do get around the city, and yes, Beefys rocks! Burgers are great, gyros great, Salads super fresh and huge! Iam especially a fan of the Greek salad, and I have them add Gyro meat on top. It is fantastic. They have a daily special were you can get a bite, fries or the daily soup and a dirink for $9 or under (depending on the deal). If you are looking for a quick yet tasty bite, this is the place! read more

Wow, where did the Taste go? We used to go there few times a week few years back. Today after spending $60 the food didn't have any favorite, very disappointing. read more

Great service - polite and courteous. I have driven by Beefy's for a number of years and decided to finally give it a try. There was nothing they sold me that would recomend a return trip. The beef was bland and flavorless. The hot peppers (upcharged) where basically hot carrot cubes with two slices of peppers. The crispy fries were wilted and the coke was flat. Must get by on the neighborhood clients who don't know any better. read more

Okay, okay, as a tofu eating meat lover I am open to many different things...including places named "Beefy's". I drive by it every day on my way home from work and one day some work people and I decided to check it out for Friday lunch. Just thinking about the experience gives me nightmares! The food was not good...unless you're looking to clog your arteries, experience some serious stomach pain, AND your boss is okay with you taking an afternoon nap, I would not recommend this place. Anythony's on 63rd is a much better choice and fulfills my carniverous cravings without the same sick feeling afterwards. read more

Try the Cesar salad!! Burgers are also awesome! Friendly and Fast service. I'll never stop coming back. Perfect place for lunch or dinner. Bring the whole family! read more

Went in for a normal 2 hot dog combo and received food poisoning for the Christmas weekend. Thanks.

First time here, service was excellent but the pizza slice I got was not. Kinda too much dough and not enough ingredients on It.

Every time I drive down Harlem I cannot reserve the place food is great services Greek food is always fresh

Best place for families with kids, they go outside to play on the big playground, adults can sit back on the large patio dining and watch the kids. Cheap beer prices and the staff is friendly and attentive. The food is good too. read more

I went recently though maybe walk in was available but wasn't doors were locked due to covid-19 understandable but what i don't understand is why two police vehicles were outside and four officers were inside with no masks on two of them sitting down eating perfectly fine and two other officer waiting for there food to come out but the dining room is closed why are they allowed but not the public i feel like that is not right nor safe only because they are police officers? read more

It took about 12 minutes to order. But wait, because once your order is wrong, then you are right back into the same 12 minute line. A disorganized mess, and Portillo's is only 200 feet away read more

GREAT customer service, they're always super friendly! Also the food is amazing. Boyfriend got the beef and he loved it. I got the baked mostaccoli and I was honestly surprised with how good it was!!! Great portions too for a great price!!!!! Food is always ready on time and always hot and fresh. Employees are so nice and friendly. Great place, great prices, and great people!!!! read more

One of the best places to eat! Staff is always friendly and the food is always great. Best beef sandwiches around.

Let me start off by saying..This restaurant has tons of parking. You go in to order and most of the time you see a worker cleaning(sweeping, wiping down tables) because the place is very neat and tidy. The staff doesn't rush you if you want to step back and read their vast menu and when you order you realize how reasonable the prices are when you feed three people for under twenty bucks. They are quick to serve and I will definitely be returning until something drastic happens read more

I stopped in last night because Portillos drive thru was a mile long , so I went too Beefys down the street and I ordered a 1/3 pound cheeseburger! I also ordered a pizza slice and my wife ordered a hotdog! The burger blew Portillos away, seriously it was excellent, the pizza slice was good but hell its not a pizza place so I was cool with the slice I ate and it wasn't bad, hotdog just as good if not better than Portillos! The fries were just ok! This is a great local place that's been here for years! I'll be back and drive right by Portillos! read more

Beefy's is something special. This is not a high class fancy restaurant with a lot of frills. This is just good eating! Beefy's serves fast food...but this fast food is exceptional for what it is. It's much better than average or greasy. The place prides itself on its Italian Beef sandwiches. For good reason! The "Big Beefy Beef" is amazing. The beef is succulent, tender, the bread holds a great crisp despite the beef juices. The hot giardiniera peppers are a great accompaniment to the beef as well. I don't know how else to explain it but you just feel really good coming out of this place. The portions are perfect to fill you up and provide value. In all honesty, this is the best beef sandwich in the City. read more