Little Italy, Cook County · Chicago
1079 W Taylor St, Chicago, IL
Chicago-based chain known for overstuffed Italian beef sandwiches & hot dogs in a bare-bones space.
Haven't been here myself — came recommended from someone I trust.
Brick-walled West Town pizzeria from Brian Tondryk serving a family's 50-year-old deep-dish recipe alongside cracker-thin pies, regularly named among Chicago's best.
Old-school 24/7 hotdog stand (started in 1939) boasting the original Maxwell Street Polish sausage.
Hip counter serve dishing house-smoked Texas BBQ & homey sides in woodsy, warehouselike digs.
No-frills spot offering hot dogs, burgers & fries in a counter-serve space with outdoor seating.
Logan Square ramen shop from Mike Satinover (Ramen_Lord) making everything in-house, with a tight menu of four ramen styles plus a rotating special, named for the red star linking Sapporo and Chicago.