Carnivore in Oak Park…read more This is a butcher shop and fish market that also sells sandwiches I can't really decide if the old time decor is by design or if the place is really needing an upgrade. I actually think it's the latter. It's a lot smaller than I imagined with very limited seating. We went here for the grilled salmon sandwich. We had seen many online reviews saying it is amazing. They make the sandwiches right in front of you, so you know that they are fresh. We took our sandwiches to go and by the time we got them home , they were cold. The fries traveled well, but again they were also cold bu the time we got home. The grilled salmon sandwiches were very good, but not great , and I really would have loved to have eaten it warm. Prices are on the high side for the butcher meats. But I guess you should expect that since they are an artisanal butcher. I did not like the look of some of the meats in the cases. Would we go back? Maybe to try the Bacon Burger. But we would definitely recommend eating your food in the butcher shop and not taking it to go. I have just found out that that are moving into Carnival Grocery in Oak Park.

I needed something very specific for a recipe, it's so hard to find guanciale to make carbonara!…read more Carnivore was about the 10th place I called and they right away let me know they had plenty! As soon as I walked in, I saw so many goodies I knew I was taking home. They had a very well curated selection of fancy condiments from small makers, rare ingredients, and the highest quality version of many every day foods! Everyone behind the counter was so friendly and knowledgeable. I had to try one of their sandwiches and got the salmon po boy at their recommendation. It was really well seasoned and super fresh with a very generous slice of fish on it. Definitely coming back for another one next time I'm in the area! Thank you so much for great service and products!

Great Food! Tasty! you will not regret it on trying this restaurant! Love the JIBARITOread more

We visited this restaurant based on its high reviews, but unfortunately, our experience was very…read moredisappointing. I ordered the jibarito steak sandwich, but it lacked flavor. Both the beef and the empanadas were extremely dry and tasteless. I love to cook so I wanted a break of cooking! To make matters worse, the customer service was awful. She did not even give us a fork to eat our rice. When we asked for one, the staff member literally rolled her eyes at us. Sorry to bother you hun! The restaurant is also tiny, with only three tables available. We will definitely not be back. Good luck.

got a slice drink and a cookie + loaf of bread, all were good but the pizza was bussin . the…read moreservice was good, all the baristas were nice and helpful. I love the old school general store type vibe mixed w/ a new age ambiance.

The offerings are great, but the space is way too tiny to move around in. Head in knowing what you…read moreneed because it's essentially single file with no chance of back stepping once you are in!

I ordered the Romano pizza and Parmesan garlic wings, fully intending to wait for family and…read morefriends so we could enjoy everything together. Yeah... right. One bite turned into another, and before I knew it, I was seriously questioning whether there would be anything left to share! The pizza was absolutely delicious, and the Parmesan garlic wings were chef's kiss--flavorful, perfectly seasoned, and completely addictive. Needless to say, I'll be ordering again... and next time, everyone better order their own!

PIZZA is out fav here! It's always so good and well done. We get the tavern style as well as the…read morepep but we do like to mix it up and get the Hawaiian pizza. Yess pineapple goes on pizza! The cesar salad is also always good! I do however wish they gave more fries.

$16 sandwich filled with lettuce After I bragged to a co…read moreworker and showed him pictures He pays for his sandwich and mine and I bring him back this comes with 4 kinds of meat supposedly but they don't tell you it's 1 piece of each meat Could have went across the street to Jewel Spent the same $16 and had sandwiches for lunch for 3 days and I work night so nothings open But after less than 24 hours the owner replied to my post and was so apologetic about the situation I was only hoping for him to at least refund my co workers I was ok with mine but he personally made me two new sandwiches no charge and let me say they look exactly like the website and they taste AWESOME HE DEFINITELY HAS A NEW CUSTOMER I ALSO LET HI KNOW I WASNT TRYING TO GET ANYONE IN TROUBLE OR FIRED AND HE ASSURED ME HIS ONLY ISSUE IS TO GET IT RIGHT SO IT WANT HAPPEN AGAIN I THANK YOU SIR SHOUT OUT TO BROOKLYN SUBS

Wanted to like this place, but wasn't impressed. Nearly $20 after tax for a sandwich is steep, but…read moreok if it delivers the goods. Being their signature sandwich, you expect it to be impressive. It was good, but light on the meat. What killed it for me though was the fact that the bread was stale. That's unacceptable for this price level. There are plenty of other better options in the area.

The staff was the absolute sweetest! The food was incredible. I got the build your own bowl, with…read moretzatziki, chicken, Shawarma, veggies, and garlic sauce. Absolutely delicious!

Really kind service! The person working the counter let us try a small sample of all the different…read moremeats before making a decision on what to get, as well as was patient with us choosing. The food is decent. We got a few plates which came with pickles (wayyy too salty), fries, and a drink. The meat itself was ok, not dry and decent seasoning (some were a little saltier than others). Lentil soup is not v seasoned, really just a liquid pallet cleanser. Seating isn't anything special, but ample room for many groups to sit.

Basically a sub shop in a convenience store where there are about 8 different subs that you can get…read morein a 6" or 12" size. Bigger rolls then you'd get at one of the chains. They make them to order for you. Inexpensive. Great to stop in for something on the go. We took them to the local forest preserve and then explored the trails.

Good spot to get a quick slice of Bertolli's pizza and a fountain beverage. Plenty of convenience…read morestore snacks and beverages, too. Service is hit or miss at times. Depends on who is working. Typical convenience store without the gas station but with much better pizza.

I heard so many good things about their Italian beef. I finally made it in and can confirm it is…read morefantastic. Everything about it hit on all cylinders. Very flavorful with a good chew and the perfect heat with their giardiniera. It's one of those sandwiches that once you pick it up, you can't put it down. Reasonable priced combo meals, will force me to try more of their menu. Friendly staff that keeps the line moving and short wait time for the deliciousness. People are slobs and they didn't get a chance to tidy up while I was there.

The food was tasty! I had a Philly cheesesteak and my husband had a cheeseburger with fries. My…read moresandwich was huge and everything was fresh. It was well worth the money.

fast service even with a line. sandwiches made to order…read more and salads and sides are always fresh. lots of other shelf items and frozen to take home also. try their italian subs.....delish!!!!

Alpine has been around since the 1950"s and is still family run. It is a…read more classic Italian deli. It is a small store with a 4-5 tables. The minute you walk in you smell the Italian meats. and fresh bread. The is long deli case showcasing all the meats, cheeses and salads. We were immediately greeted and a gentleman waited on. We shared this was our first time and he guided us through the ordering process without any pressure. I had the Original Alpine Sub. It is described as their flagship sandwich, and often called one of the best Italian subs in the Chicago area. It comes piled with salami, capicola, mortadella, provolone, lettuce, onion, seasoning, and their signature secret oil dressing. The bread was classic turano bread, so fresh. The sandwich was incredible, The meats were fresh and piled high, making it impossible to eat it in one sitting. My husband had a Corned Beef Sandwich. The corned beef was thinly slices and served with provolone and a variety of toppings. We also had a homemade cannoli. The food was excellent and service waqs outstanding. It is easy to see why they have been in business for 70 years.

The "worst" thing about Freddy's is that they are cash only. With a wink and a nod, I understand…read moreWHY Freddy's is a cash-only establishment, but this is the only place I've eaten at in Chicagoland this year where I needed to show up with something larger than a $20 bill to feed my family and need cash. If you can get past that part, Freddy's is a must. Solid subs--we did an Italian and a meatball--and the gelato/ice cream situation is ridiculous. Be sure to check your visit timings; for example, right now they are closed for a two-week stretch, I assume for staff vacations, and the hours are limited, because they are an Italian pizza/sub shop and like the ones in the city, they are not open late. But I like the back patio to extend eating space in the summer time, and people can usually move through quickly if they are just ordering the basics. The shop, featuring loads of Italian sundry goods and pasta items, works too...for those living near Freddy's that are missing spots like Bari or the other sub shops on Grand, or The Italian Store in the DC area, Freddy's checks every box.

Came in yesterday for the first time ever. I was super overwhelmed because they have so many good…read morethings. They have freshly baked bread and a lot of Italian food, ingredients and cooked food. I had just had dinner but I was so tempted to get some risotto or an arancini. The workers are very helpful and knowledgeable. We got a loaf of bread, sausage, cheese, olives, a slice of pizza, and 2 gelatos. If I was hungry I would have ordered a lot more because everything looked so delicious behind the counter. The gelato was so delicious! I really wish I had gotten the Italian ice though because it was so hot outside and it would have hit the spot. I would definitely return as I'd like to get pasta and some of their homemade pasta sauce.