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Most excellent meal! Get your money ready, know your order, and make it a combo. Fast casual very cool vibes. We ate in the back on the long table and made friends with some tourists next to us. Would go back.
Not only a fan of The Bear show, but a big fan of Italian Beef. My recommendation for order is hot and dipped, but everyone has an opinion. Room to dine inside, which was a plus. I had envisioned trying to eat an Italian beef on the sidewalk but that was not the case . Staff was friendly and patient. They also offer cool merch for sale.
First time visiting this highly recommended spot for Chicago's classic beef sandwiches. The line was super long and usually discourages one from waiting but they move it along pretty quick. We had the beef with both hot and sweet peppers and the Chicago dog. The beef is absolutely delicately soft cooked to perfection. The Chicago dog was also great and very traditional. Loved this spot and I see why it's a must visit.
Not worth the hype (nowhere worth it to wait in sweltering Chicago heat for over an hour), but still a GREAT value. I got the bear and the beef somehow tasted not salty enough for me and the bread was fine. I had it dipped and I'm not entirely sure it made the sandwich better, but be forewarned that it was super messy! Fries were a soggy/greasy kind of good and they have an interesting variety of soft drinks. It's communal seating in a considerably cooler room next door and there's a nice man who cleans up and sits next to wet wipes you can use on your way out (due to aforementioned messiness). Remember to tip! Very true to how it looked in the bear. The main guy in charge was super kind. A girl had to wait extra long for her order (her friends were waiting for her) so he gave her a cannoli on the house.
Incredibly happy I got to try this place IRL! Yes expect a long wait but it's so worth it. The men inside do their very best to work fast and it shows! Even saw one server catch a beef sandwich mid air It was my first Chicago style hot dog and beef sandwich and I'm so glad I got to experience at this iconic location. The hotdog was so great and perfectly paired with crispy fries! The cannoli also lived up to its reputation- it was LARGE! Also a nice surprise was the ample seating in the back and a parking lot Tip: they do offer a cash discount
Best Italian beef sandwich I've had in Chicago. Get it dipped, and don't skip the sweet and hot peppers, they make the sandwich. Cool bonus: spotted the owner and one of the executive producers of The Bear in the spot while eating. No-frills counter service, exactly as it should be.
This place is a gold mine, due to being the inspiration for Netflix's show 'The Bear' ... and good for them. Was the food 20 minute and down the block line worthy? No. It's a decent beef sandwich and canoli ... a lunch which is reasonably priced and satisfying. While I probably wouldn't wait more than 5 minutes to get it, I wouldn't mind having it again if I was in Chicago. They get props for keeping everything orderly ... lots of these 'viral' food places have a chaotic ordering system with a menu not available until you get to the counter or people waiting mixed in with people ordering. Not this place! It runs with military-level efficiency ... no line cutters, no figuring out how to order, no ride counter staff. The staff all deserve a lot of praise. It's no less than 85 - 90 degrees in that store with all the grills going. I broke a sweat just standing inside for a few minutes. Yet all of the staff was extremely pleasant and didn't even lose patience with the 'duuuuuh' customers who were totally clueless and slow. The beef sandwich is what I ordered ... Hot, Sweet and Juicy ... which sounds like a 1970's Blacksploitation movie but actually means sweet peppers, hot pepper and dipped in au jus. I also added Provolone cheese for a buck, which I wouldn't do again because it was kind of bland. If I was doing it over, I'd skip the hot pepper and get a side of melted cheese for dipping. The sandwich was good ... a bit bland, even with the peppers. I think they should maybe add some salt and pepper or other seasonings. I expected more flavour. It was very juicy and though the bread got a little soggy, it was still fairly easy to eat, although messy enough to not be a good date spot. The canoli was the best part of the meal. Mike's bakery in Boston has fantastic canolis and I think this was on par. Don't skip the canoli. That's the low down on Mr. Beef. Going there feels more like an event than lunch. It's fairly inexpensive and very good. My concierge said Al's was a better choice but as a fan of The Bear, I wanted to try this. I don't regret going and would go again if the line was short and maybe try something different. It seems that they focus on quality ... despite the large quantity served.
This was my first combo Italian beef which is a mix of sweet and spicy peppers(giardiniera). The sandwich itself was delicious. It was so juicy. I didn't enjoy the pepper and the celery. The only other Italian beef I've tried had the sweet pepper cut up into smaller pieces making it easier to eat so I would've preferred that over just a huge chunk of pepper. Regarding the celery, I assumed the spicy pepper meant it would be mostly peppers but there were only a few mixed in with the heap of celery and it wasn't spicy at all. I'd recommend this to first timers but definitely read up on what toppings you want added so you know what you're getting. I went before noon so the line took maybe 20 minutes and ordering went pretty smoothly and they give your food basically right after you order it.
Finished watching all 5 seasons of The Bear, so we thought it was the perfect time to finally try Mr. Beef. I am so happy they were open July 4th, and it seemed they stayed open a little after they were supposed to close just so they could serve every customer in line! There was a super long line out the door that took about 30 minutes (we lined up around 3pm and ordered around 3:30pm--which is when they were supposed to close). Once you order, you get your food right away because they are just constantly making beef sandwiches right behind the counter. If you pay with cash, you'll get a slight discount. They do accept credit cards with a fee. We ordered ours the way it's recommended: juicy, sweet, and hot. They offered to cut it in half for us to share, which was super nice of them! The guy working at the counter was very friendly and quick. We also ordered one of their homemade cannolis. In the dining area, it's a very long communal table that everyone sits at. People finish very fast, so there's always an open spot. The beef sandwich was definitely one of the best I've had!!! Super juicy and flavorful. I could definitely eat an entire sandwich by myself because they are so good. We'll definitely be back for another sandwich sometime!!
Really good Italian beef sandwich!! Hype is real! Worth the visit! Pretty short wait in line around noon on a weekday when I visited! Cool vibes!
I made it a mission to visit the infamous Mr. Beef on my Chicago trip and it was so worth it. The owner took care of everybody here during my visit and you can tell he genuinely cares about visitors. He mentioned there was going to be a wait and offered suggestions near the area for great Italian beef sandwiches for travelers that did not have the time to wait. I got the Italian beef and it was messy and delicious (that's how it's supposed to be!) I enjoyed every aspect of the sandwich, the beef, veggies, bread, and most importantly the au jus (juices from the meat). The dining area is one long table which allows for you to interact with others dining if you wish. They have their own parking lot on the side of the restaurant for those looking to drive there. Overall this was an excellent experience and the service alone was enough to make me want to come back.
Yup I'm a super fan of The Bear and you knew if I was coming to Chicago, I was coming to Mr. Beef. Walking in to the place, it felt just like I was inside Season 1 Episode 1. Anyways, the line had two people hanging out the door so it wasn't too bad. We were ordering food within 10-12 minutes. The service was quick and simple, just be ready with your order. Food time. Fries were excellent. Don't skip em. The sandwich, well maybe I just don't like Italian beef sandwiches. I mean, the bread was sogged out (which I know is part of whole deal) while the beef inside was dried out and bland. But I've had several Italian beef sandwiches before (Als, Portillo's, etc) and always have the same experience, so maybe I just don't like Italian beef sandwiches lol. The best part was the sweet and hot peppers because that's the only way I can get some flavor and texture on this wet ole thing. I loved the eating area. It was all family style eating. Someone across from us mentioned that next time, I should order the sandwich dry with the jus on the side. Ding ding ding. That's what I'm gonna do next time. In the meantime, I'm glad I came.
Make sure you're ready to order at this fast paced famous order-at-the -counter spot in Chicago! Mr. Beef, recently featured in the bear, is a no frills solid spot for the classic italian beef. I tried the italian beef dipped, with sweet and spicy peppers, and provolone cheese. I would say this was the ideal combination. I loved that while one side is the deli where you order there is a back room with one long family style table to eat at - gives a sense of community! It was so flavorful, messy, and delicious! Service is friendly, but again have your order ready they wait for no one! A spot that lives up to the hype.
Now I see what all the hype is about! The roast beef sandwiches were delicious, and the Chicago-style hot dogs were just as good. There was a line out the door, but it moved super quickly -- they've really got their system down. Inside, the only seating was one big long table where everyone sat together and chatted with strangers, and honestly... it was such a cool Chicago vice to the place. read more
I know most reviews here start off by mentioning The Bear, but how could you not? This iconic restaurant is where The Bear was based off. Quite honestly, when you step inside, you feel like you're in an episode! Everything feels familiar. You start off by seeing the Mr. Beef sign hanging over the door with the line starting there and going up the block. We were here on an early Saturday afternoon in September and the line was not bad at all. When you walk inside, the guys working here have that strong Chicago accent, they sound like cast members but could not have been nicer. As for the sandwich...it was great! I ordered the Italian Beef and chose sweet peppers. If you go here, you have to get the sandwich dipped! It was a little messy, but so good! The dining area is long tables one after another. Very fun atmosphere! This was a cool experience coming here and I recommend if you watch the show, but even if you don't. Good time!! read more
I was so excited to step foot into Mr. Beef after watching four seasons of The Bear and it was even better than I imagined. It was literally the BEST beef I have eaten in my life--flavorful, the hot peppers were perfect, and the fries were the best home cut version. The character of the shop was everything I could have hoped for--no frills, just good food, and chill vibes. Great selections on their fountain drinks (Diet Dr. Pepper anyone?) and nice staff. My 15 y/o daughter is already asking me when can we go back and we were just there yesterday! read more
1 year ago
Hospitality is absolutely unmatched! They were so kind to me! They made ordering quick and they now take card payment! The parking lot next to the restaurant is also super convenient for this area! For food I ordered an Italian beef dipped, a cheese fry and a pizza puff. The Italian beef has such good flavor! I wish it was dipped a bit more cuz parts of the bread were cold, but still delicious! The fries were that perfect, nostalgic crispy yet soft fries, perfectly greasy and comforting (IYKYK). The cheese dip was okay, a little watery for me, I'd skip it next time. And the pizza puff hit some for me! If youre from chicago, you know about the whole in the wall food spots with pizza puff that were dirt cheap. It healed my inner child lol great flavor inside with fresh ingredients inside. There is plenty of seating area but I was also there right after they opened so might be different during the afternoon/evening. Overall worth the drive! There were some tourist in there that were absolutely amazed by the Italian beef! I'm so grateful to have grown up here and be blessed with this food! read more
Awesome sandwich and crispy onion rings. Come hungry because it's very filling. Nice people working behind the counter and super friendly with the regulars that come in. Food is served fast and there is a dining room to eat at. Very simply deli feel just like you see in the show. read more
2 months ago
11 months ago
It's always fun to hit up the iconic spots in places you visit. There wasn't a chance I was gonna miss Mr. Beef. It's a pretty dense sandwich with soggy bread which starts off great but ended up falling apart. The flavor is definitely there, could use a hint of salt though. Got a pizza puff as well since I've heard about them my entire life and thought it was fine. Long lines move quick with community style seating inside. read more
The Italian Beef alone should be the draw, but people love the Bear, so.... You (tourist) walk up to the counter and order. As you're talking, a huge stack of napkins lands in front of you. You grab the napkins because you know you can never have too many. For a few cents off, you pay in cash for your beef with hot and sweet peppers. Then another stack of napkins comes, as if someone forgot the first set of napkins was given to you. You now have a double stack of napkins. The hot sandwich and you make your way to the dining room area, which is just one long communal table where you sit with other tourists. Off in the distance, you hear someone explaining the basic plot line to the Bear to a friend as you chew through the thin pieces of Italian beef stuffed together in fluffy bread. It's a late lunch and you devour the full sandwich. Those hot peppers aren't so hot, but your mouth feels a kick. Your napkins play an important supporting role, absorbing the grease dripping from the sandwich. You wrapped the beef in napkins, but it's no use. Your hands are still greasy. You didn't drink that entire free cup of water so you pour some on other napkins. It's now a Wet One. You still have several napkins left over to take home. After cleaning up your area because you don't leave messes in front of other people, you walk past a group of guys wearing lanyards for some convention. Before leaving the dining room, you see two large boxes of "dessert" - Dum-Dums and fortune cookies. You leave with a fortune cookie. read more
Similar to many, we came to check out Mr. Beef after finishing The Bear! Great spot for a quick bite. We ordered the Italian beef, Italian sausage, and cannoli. Our food was out in no time! We headed to the back to eat and hands down, I think this was probably the best Italian beef I've had during my time in Chicago. The sweet and hot peppers are a must add on. Service is quick and it's a fun little shop to visit especially if you've seen The Bear. read more
Mr Beef is one of the best places to get an Italian beef sandwich in Chicago. Some of the scenes of the Bear were shot here and gives off a rugged vibe to the place. Upon walking in you will see pictures of many famous people who have walked in and dined here. We went on a late Saturday morning and didn't have a line. The sandwich was delicious and had plenty of meat on it. read more
My sister wanted me to check out Mr. Beef on our girls trip to Chicago. She's been there before and loved the Beef Sandwich and we are both fans of The Bear(on Hulu) I wanted to check it out as well! When we stopped it it was not busy at all, we ordered up at the counter, the guys there were friendly and quick on our order. By the time we ordered and found a spot to sit in the back it got real busy. The food was hot, fresh and delicious, it was cool to see the inside with The Bear posters, the real family pictures and the history of Mr. Beef. read more
I really wanted to go. The line didn't look too long and Google said it wasn't that busy....turns out it was. The line took a long time and was slow moving. Additionally there wasn't air conditioning inside so it was pretty hot inside. I love that the line means that business is booming which is great for the place. I'll have to leave more time and bring a personal fan next time! read more
7 months ago
I visit Chicago a few times a year and our first stop is always Mr Beef. Every single item is fantastic and freshly made. It's a must-stop if you're in the area read more
Must do place to stop and eat Chicago's Italian beef! The owner was one who greeted us and served us and was very pleasant and thankfully we came in. It's where the Hulu's The Bear was filmed and many actors have come to enjoy this place out. The Italian beef sandwich tasted great. They have limited seating but have a Family style long table and everyone was very much enjoying their sandwiches as well! read more
1 year ago
The place "The Bear" storyline is taking after...tried the Mr Beef. Well, here's my read: - Italian Beef - it's good...has some flavor...but others such as Portillo's is a better (more flavorful) Italian beef. - Hot Dog - just what you'd expect from a Chicago dog. - Fries - excellent fries with a real good cook on them. - Cannoli - Pretty darn good it was and the best item out of the items we tried. Be prepared to stand in line...this place is always busy. read more
This is a must-stop if you love The Bear or just a classic Italian beef. The line can look intimidating, but it moves quickly and the food comes out fast once you order. It's no longer cash-only, though you'll save a little if you do pay in cash. The Italian beef here is my favorite in the city. Portions are generous and the no-frills atmosphere adds to the authentic Chicago experience. Definitely worth the hype read more
Here's a pro tip for first-timers: try to listen to the manner in which everyone order as you stand in line (and you WILL stand in line). It makes it less intimidating when you get up to whomever is taking the order. Understand, this joint is busy, they pump out a lot of sandwiches in a short time, and they are efficient as all heck. On my last business trip, I went twice. It was the best food I had the entire week. If it is your first time, you really should try the beef. Locals mkay go off-roading with the menu, and they have some very nice options (they had a meatball sandwich, for example - though I got the feeling it might be a special). No matter the length of the line, it will move, so if you're having trouble deciding, you're not going to miss out if you let someone behind you "play through." Now, about the beef. It is the best I've ever had. The first day, I got it "sweet and juicy" (sweet peppers and dipped). If you do this, it will be messy, but you will not need any more gravy, typically. The second day, I ordered "the Bear" (the same as before with giardiniera added). The second was a dramatic improvement on an already tasty sandwich. The cannoli is made in-house. They are the best I've tasted outside Boston. They have a small dining area to your left when you enter, and they also have a small parking lot that fills up quickly. Also, note their hours, so that you are not disappointed, as they close early. read more
7 months ago
1 year ago
Came in on a Friday morning around their opening time and there was a bit of line. I got the Bear (the Italian beef sandwich with sweet and hot peppers) (4/5) and it was good! I think the bun was too wet for my liking, so I would try to order this dry next time. The hotdog (3.5/5) was just fine but I think just stick to the beef sandwich. The cannoli (4/5) was great too! Fairly big and just sweet enough for my liking. read more
1 year ago
As with many recent customers, our main drive to come to Mr. Beef was due to the show, The Bear. Obviously we wanted to try an Italian Beef, but seeing the set design in real life was a bonus! - PARKING - We actually walked from our hotel as it wasn't too far, but it looks like they had a small lot around the corner if you drove. - SERVICE/ENVIRONMENT - Due to the rising popularity from The Bear, Mr. Beef had a line that took around 30-40 minutes just to get to the counter. However once you get to the counter, they put together your order right there and you're ready to eat/leave immediately. Bring cash if you can - they also have an ATM available if you need, but last resort I do believe they take card - not sure if they have any fees. There's a small window seating, or you can go into the dining room in the back. - FOOD - Italian Beef: We got this wet and with hot and sweet peppers. If we were dining in, I would've tried the dipped! The meat is juicy and I enjoyed the peppers. I do feel like my expectations were very high, so after I ate my sandwich, I just felt like it was a good meal. Nothing crazy or mind blowing, but good. - OVERALL - Fun to see the set design in person! If you're able to wait, would definitely recommend coming here at least once while you're in Chicago. read more
3 months ago
This is the restaurant from the show the Bear. It was a must stop while in Chicago. Let me just say the food was amazing. We had the "bear" it's a hot need sandwich dipped with everything on it. It was a 10/10 Make sure to bring cash, however they do also accept credit card. The service is fast! Long line doesn't mean you are waiting an hour. I would definitely come back. Great food! read more
5 months ago
The inside was filled with pictures of famous celebrities who visited this location and there is definitely a long line considering I arrived on a Saturday afternoon, the line does move kind of fast and it's best to use cash in order to avoid the extra fees for using card. The Italian beef sandwich was good and definitely worth the trip to downtown for some good eats. Keep in mind that this place gets crowded and full of people so be prepared for that and know what you want to order before you get to the register. read more
8 months ago
I'm an LA girl and loved Phillip's dipped sandwich but Mr. Beef are by bar far better. I like the bread and the flavor in the beef broth. The ambience is so cool, loud but fun! I would recommend it if you're ever going to to Chicago. read more
Stopped in for the food tour with work and just loved the experience! Manager was hilarious and very welcoming, and that sammie though.... Perfection lol The dip on the bread was perfect allowing the roll to still have texture and I'm glad I had it with both hot and sweet peppers as it added a lot of flavor to the already tasty beef. Absolutely will be back next time I'm in town for work or pleasure. read more
8 days ago
I was probably the only one that hasn't watched the Bear there. Vloggers and tourists (well I was one too) were taking photos outside. I just heard of this place from friends and wanted to try it. Tasty sandwich. Bring cash and if you just want the iconic option, just say you want a "Bear". It makes it simple. If I could come here again, I would bring some food gloves so I didn't have to use 20 napkins to eat a sandwich. It's a run down shop that's nutty and gritty, but they are efficient and move things along. There's a long table room to eat. But because of the popularity of this place, it can get packed and you may have to eat outside, but the sandwich falls easily and it's a wet sandwich. So my recommendation is eat in the car, with a plate and gloves with towels or hope you have a seat at the table. read more
First of all if you are a fan of The Bear and in Chicago you have to stop in at Mr. Beef! I got the Italian Beef and it's called of course The Bear. It was hot delicious and dipped in au jus OMG! Make sure you grab plenty of napkins, no restrooms to wash up, but so worth it. One long communal table but don't worry about not grabbing a seat to eat as the turn around is quick so need not fret of long lines. The guys behind the counter are awesome and so nice, very welcoming. You get to watch them prepare your sandwich and the fries are amazing. It's an authentic Chicago experience for sure! When you walk in it feels just like the show! What an amazing experience. read more
Had to try this iconic Chicago eatery on a recent trip and it did not disappoint. I went early, maybe 10 mins after they opened and there was no line. Ordering is easy for the Italian beef - you can add sweet peppers or hot peppers, or both. You can get the sandwich more on the dry side - just the juices of the meat soaking the bread, or you can get the entire sandwich dipped in jus. I think there's an "in between" wet option too. In order to get the full experience, get the sandwich dipped :) They'll hand you an ungodly stack of napkins and you'll be hesitant at first because you're conscientious about reducing paper waste, but you will absolutely need them all for this bad boy. The beef is tender and flavorful and each bite is just dripping in delicious beef jus. Just a note for those averse to spicy food, the "hot" peppers are not hot at all. Also, their fries are nothing short of crack. They're hot, fresh, crispy on the outside, creamy on the inside, and deliciously seasoned. Beware, one bag of fries is enough for 2-3 people and they're so good you will eat them all. There's a dining room with a long communal table where you can marvel at the various techniques for enjoying this sandwich without needing a shower and having your clothes dry cleaned afterwards. Enjoy the nostalgic posters on the wall. read more
8 months ago
Came To Chicago last week from Los Angeles for a conference ( not the Game) and had to visit the World Famous Mr. Beef on Orleans as seen in the show "The Bear". We stopped in on 1/17/2026 and Yes, it looks just like the show Season one. The staff were awesome. Had the Italian Beef the Chicago way aka "The Bear". It was all that I could have expected including the mess. The dinning are is a very large long wooden table where you sit family style. I also picked up a shirt. Definitely will be back and recommend you give it a try. read more
4 months ago
Excellent food, line went faster than I expected. Get both peppers! I only wish I would have went with cheese but it was still delicious. Seating is communal but you get to meet other visitors. read more
Big fan of beef sandwiches and The Bear, so obviously wanted to check this place out! Showed up on a Monday (when they're apparently usually closed), but happy to see they were open and not too busy. They didn't have sausage for our order immediately ready (they didn't have their usual crew working due to the odd day), so there was a little wait. They apologized a ton, but really the wait wasn't even long. No biggie at all! They tossed in a couple of cannolis for the trouble, which was AWESOME. The place has a big table for everyone to sit, but we took ours to go - ate it by the river, instead. Both the Italian Beef (the Bear) (hot & sweet) and the sausage were GREAT. My favorite sandwich of the trip. The fries and cannoli were also awesome. Great service, great food. Cash only, so be prepared for that. Will for sure visit again on my next trip to Chicago! read more
1 year ago
Stopped by Mr. Beef because my partner is a big fan of The Bear, so of course this was on our Chicago food tour. We split an Italian Beef sandwich, dipped in au jus (my partner's favorite). I'll be honest--I'm not a fan of soggy sandwiches, and this one was a bit too greasy for me. That said, the flavor was on point and I can see why it's a local favorite! The fries were a win--hot, crispy, and clearly made fresh. Just a heads-up: cash only, and seating is pretty limited (a few tables up front and a small dining room off to the side). But service is super fast and efficient, so the line moves quickly. Make sure to take a moment to check out the decor--there's a ton of quirky, nostalgic stuff to see while you wait! read more
4 months ago
Ordered a Beef Hot and Dipped, but somehow the meat was kinda dry and chewy while the entire sandwich was dripping wet. The fries were good. Service was nice and to the point. read more
11 months ago
1 year ago
Came for the beef sandwich, and left with an authentic The Bear experience. Guys at the counter having a loud conversation with each other while taking orders, cracking jokes with customers, and moving VERY efficiently. Stood in line for only 5 minutes or so despite the line beginning at the door. I ordered a sweet beef dipped, and it was delicious! Meat was thin, flavorful, and not dry. Bread was perfect, and the sandwich was a good size. Wish I tried other things on the menu. Did not check out the back room, but there is seating. Worth a stop! read more
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666 N Orleans St
Chicago, IL 60654
River North, Near North Side
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