It won Illinois' #1 beef sandwich in a 2016 USA Today poll, which is a real distinction in a state with this much competition for the title. There are pet-friendly outdoor tables if the weather cooperates -- bring the dog. One real logistical note: it closes promptly at 9pm even with customers still in the dining room, so don't cut it close.
Ratings track solidly across the board: 4.4 on Google, 4.0 on Tripadvisor, 200 reviews on Yelp. Don't go looking for a discount code or a special night; the sandwich has never needed the help.
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