Hulu’s hit series The Bear recently came back with its second season and once again amazed the fans and the critics. For those who still haven’t watched it, the show centers on a renowned chef who returns to his hometown of Chicago to take over his late brother’s sandwich shop.
In the series, the shop is famous for its Italian beef sandwiches, which look amazing and probably taste even better. Unfortunately, there is no spot to try the exact same sandwiches from The Bear in Chicago, but there several places that fans of the show can visit and satisfy their Italian beef sandwich cravings. Check them out below.
Mr. Beef
The Bear creator Christopher Storer frequently visited Mr. Beef, and the place actually inspired some elements of the show’s story. It was previously a local favorite, but due to the show’s popularity, more tourists are visiting, and you should expect long lines.
Al’s Beef
Al’s Beef takes its Italian beef sandwiches really seriously, and it results in one of the best sandwich experiences you’ll ever have. They are said to have a recipe that is old, close to 100 years, and cook their beef in a special way that takes 30 hours.
Johnnie’s Beef
Johnnie’s Beef is your old-school sandwich shop that kept its tradition and looks, resisting the urge to adapt to the new food trends. If you want to just have a great sandwich without fancy staff in a family-owned business, head here.
