I frequent this establishment often. I love the service completely. From outside at the Italian Ice counter to the inside restaurant counter ! Those steak tacos are simply delicious! It's always clean even the washroom! I love how they are very attentive to the upkeep and cleanliness there ! But someone needs to have a serious talk with the tall very unfriendly mean lady that works the Italian Ice counter with the mole or wart on her neck like under her chin! Seriously she brings the entire moral and excellent customer service that everyone displays down! Only because I know what you guys are capable of and accustom to doing I come and pay her no mind most times sometimes I just leave and wait until the friendly ppl are there . Maybe Vanessa who works the Italian Ice counter can show her how it's done . Vanessa is always nice and on point ! I've pondered about posting a review but i feel its my duty as a customer to say something. I hope it's read and someone take heed to it! Jessica read more

This is long, but necessary. I'm very disappointed. I've been coming here since I was a teen. Me and my family and I'm almost 50. The way I was treated today was terrible. They were disrespectful and because I made an ordering mistake ( which I caught and brought to their attention) they acted as if the sky had fallen. The older guy was holding up the sandwich!"its already made! It's already made!" It was 5 of them looking so perplexed as how to resolve removing sausage off of sandwich. I thought an Italian beef combo, was a beef sandwich, a fry and drink. I didnt know their beef combo meant it had a sausage on it. Simple right? Not to them. I apologized 4 my error and thanked the 2 girls at the register for trying to help, they both ignored me twice. The cooks were all looking like they just could NOT recover from this and kept talking about it. Trying to make me feel stupid. It was a mistake. As a business owner myself, I would NEVER treat a faithful customer like that. Then you add icing, the older guy still talking about his wasted sandwich. " give her a menu,so next time she can read!" R u phucking serious? Ferro's u never know, who you're treating in a bad way. So disgusted. read more

very friendly and great service great food for the price another must stop spot while in Chicago read more

Ferro's - Italian Beef dipped omg sooo good - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

This place is amazing. I live 8 mins away and I'm mad I waited so long to try it! I got the brisket tacos and they are out of this world!! Don't snooze on coming here like I did! Def a Bridgeport go to! read more

This location is very accessible and right off the highway. My review is based on the Italian ice only. I was able to sample a few strawberry, pineapple, mango. The flavor was good and the Italian ice was super thick. It stayed cold for a long time. read more

I went there for a salad great fresh food , I went to get some Italian ice for the Labor Day Holiday too , really good and tasty , the staff is very helpful , I will go back again .. read more

My favorite south side hot dog joint took a big step backward. My dog and fries which used to cost $3 dollars is now $5 I have not seen prices rise so fast since the hyper inflation 1970s. Interestingly the cooks are friendlier than the male counter staff. Finally, I called in my order and I still waited five minutes to get my hot dog and fries. There are too many good hot dog joints in Chicago to make a special trip here in the future. read more

Came across this place a few years ago and let me tell you, they have the best Italian Beefs around. The Italian Ice is great also. Simply delicious. If anyone says otherwise they were obviously born without taste buds. Do yourself a favor and stop by Ferro's the next time you visit the windy city. read more

I just moved to the neighborhood and this was a pleasant surprise. They have a variety of flavors and sizes for different tastes. When I went I had a medium combo of piña colada and mixed berry. I was surprised by the generous portion but not as much as I was with the actual Italian ice, which was delicious! Just perfect for a hot summer day. read more

I heard good reviews so I decided to try this place out on a number of different occasions. So I've been to this place a couple times and never been able to get my order taken. Literally waiting 10, 15, sometimes 20 minutes just for service. Whether it was the restaurant line or outdoor italian Ice line. There was never anyone in line ahead of me. I won't be returning. read more

I have heard alot about this place and have driven by it more times than I can remember. I really don't think that it is the big deal that everybody says it is. I ordered a beef and fries with a large root beer. O.k. let me start off with the atmosphere. the broad at the register wouldn't stop rubbing the crap out of here eyes. So she went to the Italian ice machine and stuck her hand in the water, rubbed it back on her eyes and shook her hands back over the ice? The root beer was a 1/3rd low. You have to wait for the foam to go down, but she was a little crusty with her condition and all. The beef was luke warm and it only tasted like garlic. You could see the chunks in it. That was fine, but the bread tasted like a damp sponge. The fries were pretty good. The prices are very reasonable for being in the city. read more

Great italian ices. Tons of flavors. I come here for lunch fairly regularly and get a tasty eggplant sandwich. This should be healthy right? Well after you bread it and deep fry it, the eggplant if pretty much a sponge for the fryer oil! Tastes great though. This place is a greasy spoon and gets really busy before Sox games. read more

Between the Italian Ice and the BBQ, this has the best food in the area. The service is quick and very nice.

The workers are all extremely friendly, outgoing and helpful. The food was very good - especially the breakfast food. You really can't go wrong with any of their breakfast sandwiches. I also love and appreciate how big their menu is. I am a very picky eater and they have so many choices of all different kinds of food. I also highly recommend the chili cheese fries and the Italian ice. The chili cheese fries are exactly what you would want - lots of chili and lots of cheesy goodness. The Italian ice is also very good and they have a good variety of flavors. Also they have a parking lot in the front which is very convenient! read more

Great ice... perfect product... food quality is really good too...a Must TRY!!!

I stopped for my lunch break to eat at the location on 31st. I ordered a buffalo chicken. After 13 minutes of waiting, they told me some food comes out faster then other food. So I waited another 10 mins and my food still didn't come out. I asked for a refund, the lady on the register, didn't even apologize. Its was all rude. Hope other people enjoy this place. It was first time there and wont come back. read more

The most affordable italian beef I've had that can actually be considered real italian beef, and in the summer, the italian ice is the best I've ever had. Great place for a carry out lunch. read more

Can't believe I have not yet signaled out what has undeniably become a Chicago South Side notable: Ferro's. In fact, I'm even more surprised there are not more reviews here period, especially given the dependable throngs who will come from near and far to stand in sweltering heat while awaiting a scoop of arguably one of Chicago's best Italian Ice concoctions. Locals CRAVE Italian Ice in the summer. For the devotees, they tend to be split based on geography. Each "side" of the city presents great choices including Tom & Wendee's (Lincoln Park) and Mario's (Little Italy). For the South Siders (and the other trekkers), Ferro's (Bridgeport) is the SPOT! Fruity, non-artificial and packed to the hilt. On a hot Chicago day, one can drive north on the Dan Ryan and look up to see the throng. And two years ago, Ferro's further distinguished itself by making the most popular flavors such as strawberry, pineapple and mixed berry, available year-round. Always great for a New Year's treat, mixed with a top-shelf vodka or just by itself. Ferro's also offers consistently tasty fare in the way of it's ambitious menu of burgers, dogs, polishes and popular breakfast sandwiches. Oh, and the hot, fresh fries are sinful! Finally, as a long-standing institution, Ferro's has done a fantastic job of retaining always polite, expedient staff. Same crew for years and they apparently love what they do. That's a really nice thing to see ... A family -oriented team of diverse persons happily aligned with great service and superior product. If you have not been, I highly recommend Ferro's for a visit. If you are in the mood for any of what's been mentioned heretofore, you will NOT be disappointed. read more

Best Italian ice you will ever have! Smoked meats and salmon are amazing and a parking lot is always a plus for any place in the city! Reasonable prices for great food, you must try! read more

Read a review for the potato, peppers & egg sandwich in the Tribune, I pass the restaurant all the time, so I decided to try it. It was suggested I add Italian sausage. I love spicy so I added hot giardiniera. WOW... An entire meal on a piece of fresh french bread. Grab a knife and fork, you'll need it!!! Although I was stuffed, I tried Italian Lemonade. Again, WOW... real fruit, several flavors, friendly service. Looking forward to trying something else during my next stop here. It won't be too long. read more

This rating applies ONLY to the Italian ice stand. The food here is mediocre, maybe two or three stars, but the summertime Italian ice is the best I've ever had, bar none, and would easily merit a fifth star if that was all they served. Real fruit, no syrups, bursting with flavor. For best results, combine! Get strawberry/mango, or mango/pineapple, or anything really. Personal favorite flavor is strawberry. read more

We had the Italian Beef and Sausage. The sausage seemed homemade and was delicious. This gets low stars because of the lack of beef. For $8 and no fries I expect more meat. read more

Why is it EVERY time I go to Ferro's the blonde chick at the front counter ALWAYS seems like she is forced to be there and has a TERRIBLE attitude! I mean if you don't like your job just quit. They forget to make food even when called in. People are there to pick up food on lunch and have a limited amount of time, if that was the case I would just go there to place the order, not to mention they will leave the food that is done sitting there til the rest is ready which ends up being soggy and nasty. Save your time and go somewhere else! read more

I always pass this place on my way to work. Right off the expressway its convenient. I decided to go with a classic dipped Italian beef with mozzarella cheese. The beef was very well portioned and tasted great! One thing that really got my attention was how friendly the staff was! They were tremendously curious to every customer there! I love when a place makes you feel welcome! Parking lot is tiny and cramped and it seems like the parking lines are non existent when people park. I will def come back here again! read more

Solid beef sandwich. That's the only reason I go here. If that's what you want then you can't go wrong here.

Sorry I have to give two stars. I've been to this place twice and I absolutely dislike their Italian Beef. Don't think I'll give them a third try. read more

came here a few times since its close to where i live... service was nice and the food was average... ive tried their rib tips, pull pork, brisket, and italian beef so far.. the italian beef was eh... there is far more better options for good italian beef around the neighborhood... the rib tips, pull pork, and brisket was also eh... brisket a bit dry... pull pork was flavorless... and the ribtips is a hit or miss.. sometimes it will b tender and sometimes it will be a little too hard to chew on... read more

Had the Brisket sandwich with cabbage...the Slim Jim in my pocket was juicier then the thin , dry meat they called Brisket!! At $7.95 without fries , I felt like I was Robbed. read more

Hands down best Italian beef sandwich on the southside of Chicago; sorry Dick Portillo and Al's beef; nothing comes close or better than this place! read more

Go for Italian beef, period. You can not beat that price vs taste. It is a fast food, so do not expect royal treatment. read more

If they can't do a hot dog right..........forget about it! Very simple.................. hot dog and fries $2.99. The fries.......... typical generic restaurant fries, not a problem. The hot dog was not hot, the bun was cold and hard on one side. When he put the dog into that bun he knew it was not steamed and how hard it was???? Plain and simple. I will not return. read more

Absolutely delicious!! I had the famous Italian Beef sandwich, it was juicy, tender, and flavorful! My bf had the special, which was house style bbq rib tips, it was also really tender and flavorful! Also the Italian Ice is a must have! Flavors in season now are lemon, strawberry, and mixed berry (the one I had). All fresh fruit, refreshing!! read more

Do not order the Gyros, i never seen a place skimp on the meat as this place, cheap asses, also lady at the counter always with frown on her face like she don't want to be there, don't waste your time, there are better places!!! read more

Excellent food and service. I had pulled pork tacos and my husband had Italian beef. We will definitely be back to try other things on the menu. read more

This is the case when yelp doesn't work. First of all the word "Itallian" has nothing to do with the place. No Italian food at all. They dont have menu published so there is no chance you can check it out before visiting the place. There's a reason why it's so cheap and not packed. If you haven't tried anything better than Macdonalds in your life then it's "your place" Even the coffee was awful. read more

Love going to Ferro's for well done fries with a chicken sandwich. Can't find better in the area. Add an ita ice and you have a great lunch or just stop by for the ita ice. read more

Stopped by the other day & had a Monte Cristo there for the 1st time & it was awesome. I usually get an Italian Beef or Charred Steak sandwich (which both rock) but the ham & turkey on the Monte Cristo were delicious & so HUGE the french toast could barely contain it all with the cheese oozing out. Now with the italian ice out for desert you can't go wrong here. Everything is made to order with a decent variety to chose from. read more

The staff is racist. You might say, "Why do you snowflakes always make it about race?" If you do, go take a long walk off a short pier. I walked up to the stand and the woman gave me a cold, hard stare. No greeting, no smile, not a word. Is it because I'm Asian? This was weird because she was very talkative and chipper towards the white person in front of me. I didn't do a damn thing to her! Why are you being so rude? I asked for a bucket of the lemon. She rolls her eyes and proceeds to scoop it into the bucket. I tried to pay but apparently, they don't take card. There was no sign that said they didn't take card so how was I supposed to know? Now she was VERY annoyed. "I can put it back" she says. She shakes her head and rolls her eyes again. I was so done with this see you next tuesday. I could've gone home for cash since I live close but I would never give them money after this. I don't know why I'm surprised considering the Bridgeport neighborhood is full of blue lives matter folk and has a long history of racism towards Asians. I told my friends and apparently they've also had similar experiences. I went home and poured juice on my crushed refrigerator ice instead. My refrigerator didn't roll its eyes at me. Delicious. read more

The food was basic! The lady that takes the order did not even say hi when my boyfriend and I walked in the door. She looked as though she didn't want to be there she was so staked face w/no personality.. the Italian ice is good but other than it's a overrated bit expensive place that really has no combo meals and it's a charge for everything. Only would go back for Italian ice! Go to Freddie's instead they are Wayyy better with food and customer service. read more

This is strictly for the Italian Ice (I can't speak for the food). The Italian Ice is ADDICTIVE!!! Good portions, good price, and SUPER flavor. It's hard to put into words how good it is. I'll just say it's the best Italian ice I've ever had, and so far none of the flavors I've had have disappointed me. read more