First go at a Chicago Dog and an Italian beef. The place has an enclosed patio hence the name. The location is in a rough-ish looking area but seems safe. The gentleman that took our order... at the counter was friendly and helpful. The Chicago Dog was fine. Nothing stood out from others. The Italian dipped was so good. The gardenia mix perfect. I'd return. read more

Patio Beef - Burgers Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

The vibes of Patio Beef was so chill. We went here for a work day lunch visit and everything was awesome! The og vibes of the staff and the location itself was great. Classic table tops and eating areas, as well as classic signs and decor. Staff was great with answering our questions about the food and combos. Lastly, for the price and taste? 5/5! It was way more food than I thought and it all tasted great! Italian combo was fire! Had it dipped and not gonna lie, I didn't know what the combo was but the sausage in there with the dipped Italian beef was so good! Also, the Chicago dogs plus fries combo was a classic eat! Can't wait to come back! read more

Patio Beef - Italian Combo, Vienna Hot Dog & Fries - Burgers Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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First time here. Daughter and wife ate here and offered some tips. Staff were very helpful and when i ordered my combo sandwich, I was asked if i wanted it wet (dipped). I said yes, I didn't know the bread gets soggy as you eat it. Asked for both mild and hot peppers. Overall good sandwich, very filling. Next time, I'll order it dry and just splash some hot sauce on it. Nice seating inside and out, and a constant flow of customers. Well-run business and convenient to where I was staying. read more

Patio Beef... a place that works in a pinch, or one of those cases when you open your fridge and see cobwebs. However, outside of this, it is by no means a destination. I've ordered a chicago-style hot dog on one occasion, and an Italian Beef with cheese (I know, bite me!) The Chicago dog was just fine. One of those things that is remarkably average. There is nothing bad I can say, but at the same time, it didn't have anything to make me as much as raise an eyebrow. When it comes to the Italian Beef, the meat was tender and had light use of salt. I am not sure whether or not they were used, but I didn't detect any prominent use of herbs or spices. The vibe inside is old school, from the menu board to the tables. The service is polite and efficient, as can be expected from a place like this. Final verdict: When I have friends from out of town visit, it's guaranteed that I will try to introduce them to a Chicago dog and an Italian beef. Even though I live in the area, this is not the place I would take them to. However, that isn't to say something is wrong. Patio Beef is absolutely no-frills and delivers a solid, yet unremarkable product. read more

Nice diner, friendly staff, affordable food and my favorite is the bacon cheeseburger. Been going here since 2017 and it never disappoints.

Great food and well priced. Service is great and not crowded. Place is clean. Quite unsure whether it is dog friendly for the patio.

Have always enjoyed our meals here!!! Workers are first-rate as well!!! We're here at least once per week.

The food and service was above average for a fast food restaurant. The daily soup specials are amazing as well as the Greek salad. The prices are very reasonable and would rate the restaurant a 8/10 read more

The food here was great for my first time trying it and service was fast! Definitely would recommend

Tried (many many times) and True. Italian, sweet only, extra juice-- extra napkins. Always when I visit Chicago. Support your local family owned sammy shop to keep Chicago Chicago. read more

Patio Beef - Burgers Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Loved going here! Burger and fries were great, classic diner. The people who work there are very kind!

Love the workers, ambiance, food, and prices. Honestly, this is THE hidden diner gem of Chicago, well at least in the Edgewater area.

My first time trying Patio Beef and I was very impressed. My kids had the gyros plate, chicken tenders and chicken rice soup and they loved it. My husband and I had the Greek chicken with rice and a salad and it was delicious. I definitely recommend this place and will be back for sure. The owners were very nice and were extremely accommodating. The place was very clean which is a big plus. Great food, clean restaurant and friendly staff! read more

I have gone here for years, through 2 owners, and anything you order is exceptionally great ! From Gyros sandwiches to Chicken Kabobs and Italian Beef (and let's not forget any Soup of the Day, which is always good) it is always worth eating there...or taking your meal home ! I highly recommend it ! read more

Patio Beef is a casual beef/hot dog stop in Edgewater - Chicago magazine described it as "invitingly ungreasy" and indeed it was a very clean place. There's a large take out space, an enclosed patio and a relatively small dine in space. Plus, a parking lot! The menu offers up all the standards - gyros, burgers, dogs and beef. Food is reasonably priced and comes up fast. At first glance I wasn't thrilled - the misters dogs were, shall we say, not very appetizing looking (a cheese dog here is a Kraft single wrapped around the hot dog) but he said they were excellent. I was concerned my beef was going to be dry because I saw no evidence of gravy, but again appearances aren't everything. It was a solid beef, not dry but not overly messy - and they use great bread that holds up. Staff are very nice and keep things tidy. Cheap, filling, tasty, parking lot. What more do you need? read more

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This place has been here forever, and it has not changed. I love it. Absolutely no-frills Italian beef and gyro that are delicious. Old-school Chicago meat at its finest. read more

My boyfriend and I stop in here often on lunch breaks, and it NEVER disappoints. Amazing burgers and amazing Italian beef's. Service is always quick and friendly, I can't recommend Patio Beef enough. read more

We came here and ordered chicken sandwiches and an Italian beef. While the beef was good, we both got severe food poisoning from the chicken sandwiches. Never going back. read more

I don't write a ton of reviews, but felt compelled to about this place. I've been a couple times, always good quality. Very personable and kind staff, great food, fast service, completely hits the spot. The food was perfect, and honestly, the customer service just took it to another level. read more

I love this place. Cheap prices and good food make this a regular lunch place for me. The staff is always super nice, and I love the decor here, it's so cozy americana. Can't recommend coming by here enough! read more

Chicago style Italian Beef and Chicago style hot dogs served up correctly, authentically, with good service. Clean place, convenient location, good pricing. This place is good. read more

Patio Beef - Burgers Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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I can't believe I hadn't posted a review for Patio Beef yet! Reliably good food every time. Most of the neighborhood eats here regularly because you walk by and smell those burgers on the grill and then you just have to eat there. (Big hint here: Get the burger special.) Also really great meatball subs. And Greek chicken. And Chicago dogs. And great gyros and spinach pie. Get extra tzatziki for the fries. A couple of years ago I did a scientific sampling of (almost) all the Italian beefs in the city, and Patio Beef was right on top of the list. Order it dipped with sweet and hot peppers. The family that runs this place could not be nicer. I spent like two years asking for "crazy fries" because I apparently misread "Cajun fries" on the menu. They always gave me the Cajun fries and never told me I was an idiot. I used to bring a lady with intellectual disabilities here for lunch and the mom of family that runs the place used to go out of her way to find the shiniest coins to give her when she made change. Totally made it a special outing. I cannot think of a better place with better karma to buy your dinner. read more

The late, great Anthony Bourdain once said that the Italian beef sandwich is a better representative of Chicago than the deep dish pizza. I dare not object to the musings of my idol; the Italian beef is a must-devour item when visiting the Windy City. Sure, there's Al's and Portillo's, but with all due respect to those fine chain establishments, the best beef are found in mom and pop places like Patio Beef. About an hour after I finished telecommuting for work, I decided to explore my cousin's North Side neighborhood. As I turned on to Broadway, I developed a hankering for Chi-Town's signature sandwich. That was when I walked towards Patio Beef. When ordering a beef, I utter three words: hot, sweet and wet. That's a beef loaded with hot and sweet peppers and dipped in the meat's gravy. Almost three years have passed since the last time I had my favorite sandwich in the world. Sinking my teeth, the quick burst of heat from the peppers and the nice juiciness of the beef welcomed me back like a long-lost friend. I commend Patio Beef for ensuring that the everything was fresh and my order didn't fall apart. I figuratively patted myself on the back for coming here. For those who get iced tea while dining in, don't feel embarrassed to get refills. There's also autographed pictures of celebrities who ate here, from newscasters to pro athletes. Simply put, if this place could wow them then why not the average person? read more

Patio Beef - The best sandwich in the universe, the Italian beef. - Burgers Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Great, quick service. Unassuming, affordable, but the food is excellent - save for the french fries, which are mediocre. The Gyro and Italian Beef are both top notch. read more

I've been going to Patio for over 20 years, so I guess it's time for a review. This is, indeed, a family run business since 1984. The owners are still there most days, but their daughters are running the show now. The quality of the food hasn't changed in all the years I've been going. Consistency is difficult in the restaurant business, but these folks have it down. The burgers, in particular, are the best in town, grilled to perfection every time. The Italian Beef combo is divine... not too salty, just goodness on a roll. If you want duck fat fries and Bleu cheese on a hot dog, go elsewhere. It's a great neighborhood dog and burger joint, and it's a treasure of Edgewater. read more

Good burger joint. I love the chop steaks. Reasonable prices. I just wished they delivered.

Their hamburger was amazing, flame broiled close to perfection, great steak fries, nice places to sit, down side they are ungenerous and stingy with gyros meat and beef. In my opinion they aren't as good as hubs or byrons. The burger was better than byrons and hubs though, fries too. Nice looking daughters owners but not super friendly Burr read more

I ate 5 of the top rated Chicago dogs on my visit. Id put this at #3. It's totally exactly what you're expecting from a Chicago dog. read more

Patio Beef - Chicago Hot Dog - Burgers Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

I've been going here for years, but today was the first time we went under the new ownership. Hamburgers were delicious as always, but the fries were cold, soggy and lacked crispness. They obviously were not fresh. With the new owners, please don't start to cut corners, People notice. read more

I've lived on and off in this area for a LONG time...and Patio Beef is a STAPLE of this community. Even if it's not actually family owned (I'm not sure either way..) it feels family owned and operated. They are salt of the earth people just making some of your favorite Chicago staples at decent and affordable prices. The service by the counter staff is like a neighborhood place should be. They are kind and they interact with their guests, All of them equally and with genuine care. I'm not a super regular there but they always seem to recognize me and they will always help me decide on what I really want to eat.. Whether it's a fully loaded Gyro or the Gyro Plate their daily specials, an Italian Sausage or the Chicago staple Pizza Puff..this place has everything you need for an authentic Chicago vibe. You're gonna pay some of the better prices in Chicago too..there's some places where the price is gonna make you question your sanity but not here, not with Patio. Go here, it's great. read more

I've been here a bunch of times because they are close to me, but I'm done. The mediocre fries are one thing but stale hot dog buns are my last straw. read more

Been there 1000 of times, great food, friendly service. Was told stI'll same after new owners took over read more

Patio Beef is a Chicago staple! Personally, it brings back childhood memories. The food has always been delicious and the service is friendly. The parking lot it certainly tight, but it's worth it. read more

This place is super good. Very consistent. Burgers are great. Food isn't very greasy. Great service. Always recommend. I love the inside of the restaurant. It's got a good amount of seating. read more

Everything here is delicious no matter what you order I used to eat here all of the time when I lived in Chicago. My grandfather and I used to love the soup of the day! A great family owned business! So happy to see that it is still around and hope to be back in Chicago one of these days a definite stop to make! Best pizza puffs cheeseburgers soup you name it I miss it soooo much!!! read more

Got dinner here on Wednesday. Decided to get the Gyros Plate. Food was good. Everything was fresh including the vegetables. Crispy fries. The amount of gyros meat was on the smaller side compared to other places, but tasted good. Paid around $13 dollars for the meal. Wish they had more ketchup bottles available. They have their own parking lot that they share, so it could get a little tight. Street parking is available though. Friendly service and food was ready quickly. Would come back! read more

Patio Beef - Gyros Plate - Burgers Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Ohh Patio Beef how you have changed my life forever. I yearn for the day we will meet again. Your meat was meant to be a big beefy part of my life. Your slow cooked Italian beef sausage with gravy drips down my soul and raises me up to a place I have never been before. You are an urban legend that has transcended through time, imprinting your glorious roasts though the continuum of space and will forever be the place I forever cherish our memories together. read more

Patio Beef - Italian Beef Combo w/ hot and sweet peppers dipped in gray w/ FF - Burgers Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

I love this place. I typically get a combo sandwich with fries. My girlfriend has had a couple of other items. They've all been good. This place is convenient, tasty, and a good value. read more

Have been going to this place since I was a kid and for years they were great, but ever since COVID they lost flavor, size and quality of the food while increasing prices. This began before it was sold to the current owner, but he unfortunately continues the disappointment. My last order was a Gyro Plate W/everything (meat was very low quality) no peppers, smaller pita and also bought a 1/4 pound cheeseburger that was also comparatively smaller than they used to serve. Sad just like @moodyspub down the street, the prices increased while the quality, portions and flavor have disappeared. This is just an FYI see for yourself. I def will not be going to either place. Sad sad sad... read more

Great neighborhood fixture for many years. Friendly owners and employees. I have recommended them to several friends who live outside the Edgewater community. read more