I ordered an Italian beef sandwich from three Chicago staples: Buona, Portillo's, and Al's Beef. Buona's beef was a bit underwhelming, and the beef at Al's was a bit overpowering. The sandwich from ...
Italian beef, a Chicago staple, is gaining popularity thanks to the Hulu series "The Bear." Several Columbus restaurants, including Loops and Tasty Dawg, already offer Italian beef on their menus.