Hidden among the bustling streets of Chicago’s River North neighborhood, Mr. Beef has been quietly perfecting the art of Italian-American cuisine while developing a reputation that extends far beyond its unassuming storefront.
While most pilgrims arrive seeking the legendary Italian beef sandwich, those in the know save room for a finale that might just steal the show – a cannoli so transcendent it deserves its own road trip.
The red brick exterior with its iconic blue and white sign gives little indication of the culinary treasures waiting inside.
In an era of restaurants designed specifically to look good on social media, there’s something refreshingly authentic about a place that puts all its energy into what’s on the plate rather than what’s on the walls…