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    4.9 (56 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 3:00 pm
    Updated 2 months ago

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    Lomo Saltado @veefoodlife
    Alvina C.

    Hot sandwiches have my heart! All the sandwiches here are served hot! Don't sleep on the Lomo Saltado and the Muffuletta! The steak on the Lomo Saltado was tender and loved the aji sauce! Also tried the chimichurri fries, loaded potato wedges, house slaw, and had to run away with a bag of Chicago style hot dog chips. The fries and wedges were magical! I can't wait to go back and try their other sandwiches! I love they have the small hospital like ice cubes. Owner Mike was super nice and love the neighborhood feel of this spot. Free parking lot makes it easy!

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    Pooja P.

    Tried Cured & Crafted for the first time and it was excellent. I ordered the Veggies & Such on ciabatta with marinated feta, roasted eggplant, pickled red onions, labneh, arugula, ajvar, and balsamic glaze. It was one of the best vegetarian sandwiches I've had! It's fresh, flavorful, and satisfying without needing any meat. We also tried another Italian-style veggie sandwich and it was just as good. The homemade chipotle mayo on the side was a great addition, and the Woodwright salad was also delicious. The owner himself was there, very kind and welcoming, and took the time to talk with us about the place. The whole atmosphere felt warm and inviting, and you can tell they care about the food and the customer experience. If you're in Jefferson Park or nearby, I highly recommend stopping in. I'll definitely be back.

    Roasted Veggie Caprese Special and fries
    Jennifer D.

    This place is FANTASTIC and there's bugger all good stuff in Jefferson Park when it comes to lunch so this place is a GEM. First off THE FRIES which are skin on and epic and ALSO come with malt vinegar aioli. The owner should win an award for just this! Next up, the sandwiches. Tasty, fresh and delicious. The Lomo Saltado was our most recent and is beyond good! The soup I've had a few times; delicious. The slaw, also delicious. I could go on.. have had nothing that hasn't been review worthy! Service is also top notch warm local friendly awesomeness.

    Broccoli Salad, Chimichurri Fries & coleslaw...DELISH
    Samantha G.

    Sick of same tired a$$ sandwiches, fries, salads & beverages? Sick of sorry a$$ service? Welp! Your cure for that is Cured & Crafted! They put their own unique spin on everything and it's amazing! Pro tips: *10% discount is offered to Government workers. Ya'll are welcome ;-) *Cashless *Electronic and physical gift cards now available. *Everything is fried in tallow. *Cute eating area and great ambiance. *Parking in strip mall and street. Mike, you and your staff work so hard and it shows in the deliciousness that comes out of your kitchen. Your customer service is fantastic and all good vibes at C&C. Wishing you nothing but success. We so desperately needed a good & unique spot in our area. Cannot wait to see what Mike and the gang come up with next! I'll be your test dummy! I bought gift cards for my neighbors and told them about this place and they are all raving! People I urge you to help this small business that is just starting out...spread the word, buy a gift card, write a review...or at least give them a try. I think you'll be back for more! Don't take my word...GO GET YOU SOME!

    One of the best Grilled cheese I've ever had!

    THE FOOD WAS SO GOOD!! The service was also so good, they checked up on us every 5 minutes! And the decor, was spectacular! There's a TV and paintings and lots of beautiful art everywhere! There is also music which gives it a really nice vibe! Overall 5 stars!

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    Michelle J.

    Best sandwich I've had in a long time. Turkey Etc - turkey, cheddar, lettuce, tomato, red onion, and bacon on a soft sesame seed bun. I also ordered their homemade onion rings with chipotle mayo. Delicious doesn 't begin to describe it. There are a lot of items to choose from. It may take me a while, but I can see myself eating one of everything their menu has to offer.

    Steven P.

    Amazing food and service. I placed an online order and everything was ready very timely and everything looked exactly like their pictures. I can't wait to try the entire menu.!!!

    Cubano sandwich with onion rings with a Side of Chipotle Mayo
    Barbara G.

    Fresh crafted excellence. From the moment you walk in you can feel the love for the Midwest from the Chicago and Great Lakes potato chips to the Midwest map art . The food is definitely created for the love of a great sandwich. The onion rings are light and fluffy battered . There's a hardcore foodie leading the way to a great sandwich / salad shop . Whether you want to go with traditional sandwich or go outside your comfort zone and try something different. You definitely will not be disappointed. The soups of the day are homemade and tasty . It's a cashless establishment so bring your credit card/ debit card . You will feel like you're over at your favorite foodie friends house !

    Chopped cheese sandwich

    Food, service and ambiance...yea they have it all. I was working in the area and stopped in for a sandwich. I saw they had chopped cheese IYKYK!! This was one of the best I have had for sure! I tried the cheese sticks too. The owner said they were new and trying them out and he asked for feedback. I was honest. Told him the chopped cheese was AWESOME but cheese sticks a little bland. The owner was literally one of the nicest guys I've met. He brought out his home made cheese curds with the green chili ranch Ohhh man those things smacked ! So much flavor Wish this place was closer to my house ! Highly recommend

    Chimmichuri Steak
    Maggie S.

    You HAVE to check this place out! Delicious food, reasonable prices and unique options, kind and helpful service. We had the Chimmichuri Steak, The Rachel, and two different orders of fries. The steak was perfectly cooked and I loved the thousand island dressing on the Rachel. I will definitely be back!

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    2 months ago

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    Thanks so much for the kind words, Erica! Appreciate the support!!

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    Mike B.

    Thanks so much for giving us a try! Hope to serve you again soon!!

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    7 days ago

    Best sandwiches around!!! If you like a little spice, the Diablo will knock your socks off. Support this place.

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    11 months ago

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    3 months ago

    This is the best sandwich shop in the neighborhood!! I love the Muffaletta and Diavola.

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    3 months ago

    Great sandwiches! Loved the veggie one and can't wait to try others glad they are in the neighborhood

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    Mike B.

    So happy you enjoyed, Rhys! Come back and see us again soon!!

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    So happy you stopped in, Barbara! Hope to see you again soon!

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    Thanks, Sylvia! Can’t wait to have you return!

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    Mike B.

    Hot sandwiches are just better, Chris! Glad you enjoyed!

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    I’m so glad you enjoyed your meal! Hope to serve you again soon, Mike!

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    4 months ago

    Have had over half the menu and every single sandwich has been incredible. The Italian and meatball are definitely the best!!

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    So happy you enjoyed! Appreciate all the support!!!

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    1 year ago

    Excellent sandwiches well made with good ingredients and well priced, too. It in our rotation.

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    So happy you enjoyed! See you next time!!

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    Food-10. Service-10. Ambiance-10. What a find! Worth the drive. So nice. And clean. And good value. Restored my faith, thank you!

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    Food was delicious! Ambiance was very cool. Great selection of sandwiches and side dishes

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    Glad you enjoyed your visit, Matthew! Hope to see you again soon!

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    Ask the Community - Cured & Crafted

    Are any fries vegan or vegetarian? I see fried in tallow. Are the onion rings fried in tallow as well?

    Our potatoes are fried in tallow. Our onion rings, cheese curds, and mozz sticks are fried in vegetable oil.

    Looks great!! How does one see prices?

    Hi Dan! Check out our order page- the Local App by Toast link will show in-store prices 👊

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    Burgers were awesome. But Antonio was perfect, and went above and beyond making our dinner special…read more It was my first time in the restaurant and asked if the fries of hash was better, he recommended the fries but later surprised us with the hash comped. But that's not all-- he also came with a sunday "just to celebrate" it wasn't anyone's birthday or anniversary but we definitely were in the mood to celebrate after a night talking with him. Thanks for great service and great food, give Antonio a raise he is AWESOME

    The primary 24 Hour (toll-free) Lufthansa Airlines phone number to talk to a person is 1(888) (404)…read more(05-10)Sm , which is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. This hotline is available 24 hours daily to assist with reservations, flight Changes, group booking, rebooking, Cancellations, refunds and all other Travel enquiries. ## Traveling for an Important Milestone I was flying to another city to attend my university graduation ceremony. Since my family was already there, I was traveling alone and feeling a mixture of excitement and nervousness. During boarding, one of the flight attendants noticed the graduation cap sticking out of my backpack and casually asked if I was heading to a graduation. We chatted for less than a minute before everyone settled into their seats. I honestly didn't think anything more about that conversation. ## A Surprise During the Flight About halfway through the journey, the same crew member walked over while serving refreshments and handed me a small paper napkin folded in half. Inside was a short handwritten message that simply said: "Congratulations on your graduation. Wishing you success in whatever comes next. Enjoy your special day!" It wasn't signed with a name or made into a public announcement. It was just a quiet, thoughtful gesture. I was genuinely surprised because they had taken the time to remember a conversation that had lasted less than a minute. ## A Memory That Stayed with Me The rest of the flight was smooth and comfortable, but that little note stayed in my pocket for the entire weekend. After the ceremony, while unpacking my bag at home, I found it again. Instead of throwing it away, I kept it inside one of my books because it reminded me that kindness often comes from unexpected places. ## Why I'll Remember This Airline Airlines often compete on prices, schedules, and onboard services, but experiences like this are impossible to advertise. The aircraft was clean, the departure was on time, and the service was excellent--but what made this journey unforgettable was the genuine human touch. Years from now, I probably won't remember which seat I was in or what snack was served. I will, however, remember that someone I had never met took thirty seconds to make a stranger's graduation day feel even more special.

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    We loved and enjoyed this place we drove here after having a craving at midnight and it was one of…read morethe best experiences in the city. The seating was great service was great and food was even better at 1am !!

    The Chronicles of Ragebaiting My Brother continue…read more My brother is a die hard Chicago fan. He visited once during a college internship in 08 and decided he would move to this city. Shout out to him for doing the damn thing. Although I would like to mention it was I who named it and claimed it for myself way back in 2001 after a visit to the city for a college conference. However me and my bestie couldn't figure out how to make it happen on a 20,000 labor organizer salary lmao. So we remain on the east coast while my swagger jacking little brother paints the Windy City red. Anyway because he's so in love with this city and knows its in and outs, I often send him dubious "influencer content" of recent transplants that act like just because THEY just Columbus'd a new spot it must be new to EVERYONE. And the recommendations are often awful and likely paid for (extorted). It sends him into a rage which again - we love. My fave kind of terrible content to send him is Top 10 burger spots in Chicago. The lists are often wrong, outdated, and criminally under seasoned. Every once in a while though there is a fleeting moment of alignment and Little Bad Wolf is it. This truly may be the best burger in Chicago. Food: -Wolf burger - egg fried HARD for me -Bad burger - add egg for my brother -Bad burger - as is for my mom -crab cakes - for SIL -mashed potato- for the toddler -Brussels sprouts for the table The patties were well seasoned and melted in my mouth. I adore crispy onion straws. Beer was crisp and refreshing. Service was outstanding Perfect vibe on a midday Monday Bench and chair seating for all bodies. 100% worth the hype! The menu description is also a good way to annoy your loved ones. See pics for my friend's visceral reaction lmaooo

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    DMK is one of our absolute favorites. The food is always incredible, and the quality never misses…read more The burgers are cooked perfectly, the toppings are fresh, and the fries are some of the best anywhere. Every time we go, the service is friendly and the atmosphere feels easy and welcoming. We've been going here for 10 years now. It's a place that just gets everything right! Great food, great people, and a consistent experience every visit. Always looking forward to coming back.

    3.5 stars Attention…read morevegetarians: The fries are fried and brined with beef tallow*. You can get a vegetarian version of the sweet potato fries. We popped in here for a quick bite before husband's show in Wrigleyville. It was pretty empty what we arrived and the overall ambiance feels sterile. It did pick up with more tables while we were there. I got the veggie version of the Little DMK and the Lazy Refresher mocktail. *I ordered fries for us to split, which is when the waitress warned me about the fries. I really appreciated the call out, but was surprised it wasn't on the menu itself. Husband got the patty melt and noted that the beef tasted very peppered. Both burgers were fine. My drink was a little sweet, but overall good. Staff was friendly and attentive, but even if I were in the neighborhood, I don't see it as a place we'd frequent.

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