Lizzy Newman
Tried this classic Chicago food gem for the first time after hearing about the legendary breaded steak sandwich.. and our expectations were definitely exceeded! The sandwich lives up to its popularity (i recommend adding cheese and hot peppers), extremely flavorful and hearty. The ribs were also delicious, well worth the wait. We also took home a sausage deep dish, which was the best deep dish i’ve had in the city so far. There is plenty of parking outside and seating inside, so if you’re thinking about stopping by, just do it!!
TLC 2
One of the best Chicago staples you’ve probably never heard of. A friend recommended this place to me, and I will be coming back for sure. Of course I had to get the breaded steak sandwich with sauce and cheese. I got the regular size with fries and a drink. That was plenty for just myself. The sandwich was excellent. I can’t wait to come back and try everything else they have (pizza, Italian beef/sausage, hotdog, pasta, wings, etc.) Honestly, everything looked great. There is plenty of parking. It is across the street from the restaurant. There’s people coming in and out constantly so a spot will eventually open up quickly if the lot is full. I really enjoyed my experience there and can’t wait to go back.
Evelyn R
Loved the pizzas! Pizza is my favorite they had a lot to choose from! line moved quick workers are very efficient and nice! busy place it was late but they moved quick!! definitely coming back to try more of their different slicess
Jay Aye
A chicago staple!
This is what I do…. I always take someone with and I order a King Breaded steak with green peppers and a King Vesuvio and one bag of fries. This way I get a half of each…. capisce?
Both sandwiches are delicious and HUGE.
Fries are fresh cut… soft with crispy ends and there are tons in the bag.
Restaurant is nostalgic and clean.
Atmosphere is nice, a mix of city workers, coppers, and Chicago natives with a speckle of tourists.
Staff is nice.
Parking is easy…. Right across the street and under the expressway.
Mike M
Everything was awesome. Great food, service and prices. Breaded steak was delicious and very filling and solid fries as well. Best deal was the milkshake though. One of the best, super thick, very delicious and a great price. Couldn’t recommend more. Excited to try the wings and pizza next time.
britwo nada
the food is always good & delicious. i always order the beef sausage combo. Breaded Steak Sandwiches. i recommend it, the staff always friendly great customer service!.
Dragonbird Shawn
My first time here and first time having a breaded steak sandwich. I have Invisalign and my teeth are a bit sore so I was sort of worried about having a steak sandwich. Omg it was BUTTER soft. The fries (which were superb btw) were harder on my teeth than the sandwich. It was so so yummy. I am rather depressed now that I know I have missed out on having these my whole life.
We had promised my mom to take her here over 15 years ago and we FINALLY made good on the promise. She said it was well worth the wait!
Rocchild “Rocchild15” Maserati Rocky
I see why it’s famous now I had three different sandwiches and all three hit 🔥 check out my official reviews on TikTok #Onmydeadturtle @Rocchild15 best freaking fries ever
Lily Lee
This place came highly recommended from friends, so we stopped in to give it a try. Ordered one slice of deep dish pizza, with mix of three cheese and spinach. Since they're known for their steak sandwiches, we ordered two king size "dry", so the sauce is one the side with a side of sweet peppers.
First, I would not call this Chicago style pizza, as I'm used to from Giordano's or Gino's, which were my expectations. Toppings and sauce are baked on top of the dough. Taste-wise it was okay. Light on flavor, not sure if not enough seasoning in the sauce, or what.
Next, the steak sandwiches were good. I don't know that I'd say the best I've ever had but certainly different. The meat was more like Milanese style, slices of beef dredged in breadcrumbs and fried. It's then folded into a sub with mozzarella cheese melted in the middle. The sauce that comes with it is marinara. You can order peppers on it or on the side, choice of jalapeño or sweet peppers.
As for customer service, this seemed to be hit or miss, depending on the staff member, as I observed them taking orders. The girl who ended up taking our order was efficient.
The restaurant is very spacious. Good for parties.
Rashid Ladhani
I was recommended by a couple of people at work to try this place for their famous breaded steak sandwich..
Since I live so far up north that driving to work is just an hour sometimes I wanted to know if it was worth taking the drive 20 mins more south to get just a sandwich.
So since yesterday was my birthday I decided to go after work and then just rush home with my food with the hear blasting and finally try it.
So I lost story short I walked to a crowded place which only meant the food must be amazing.
I was glad I placed an online order so I could just do the pick up line since the regular line was out the door.
The "pizza by the slice" line also existed and was half the size of the regular.
I was early by 10 mins for my estimated delivery time and it was busy so they asked me to come back in like 20 mins since I ordered a pizza etc.
I came back and picked up my order which was a large Breaded steak pizza, a king sized Breaded steak sandwich with chili cheese fries and mozzarella sticks.
I was surprised that the mozzarella sticks didn't have the traditional Italian seasoning breading (it was actually so delicious regardless 10/10)
The chili cheese fries looked different to my expectations as well but wow..
The flavor was definitely there.
I would have asked for extra cheese or maybe a side or gravy or something to throw on top.
But otherwise 9/10.
The sandwich was definitely great.
Just wish it was on garlic toast like I had originally ordered ...(it was probably because it was so busy)
But it was a 8/10
The pizza was great as well.
The sauce is pretty good and cheese as well.
It doesn't taste like generic flavors at other places.
8/10.
If it wasn't for the fact that it smelled like
PEE.. the whole time I was outside walking up to the place ...
and that i almost got hit twice as I was in my car.. "parked"
NOT MOVING.. ..
And then as I pulled out ..someone else almost hit me LMAO.
I would have had an amazing time.
But I would definitely like to try and dine in.
It looks like a great spot to bring some people so they can enjoy it as well!.
They have other things I would like to try so definitely will come back.
Peyton
Apologies for the bad photo! But I've been here alot but never reviewed the food. I will say that this recent trip was the first time I've ever tried the chicken vesuvio sandwich. It was sooo good! I usually get the breaded steak. I can say both sandwiches are a 10/10 and the fries are always good!
Kelly Stevens
Came in for a late night bite after white sox game and it was so much fun. Customers were awesome as well as staff, food was absolutely delicious I will be back several more times.
BEST ITALIAN ICE EVER. i am definitely craving it again.
Rachel Arias - Tripp III
I've been coming to Ricobene's for years, living in Chicago, it's a food staple. It's usually always busy, but the wait for placing orders and getting your food doesn't take too long. Parking can be a bit challenging but not the worst. I've tried many different items and have not been disappointed with any of them, but the french fries used to be better. Would recommend trying it out. 👌🏽 👍🏽
Shane Johnson
Visiting Chicago from Midwest Indiana and stopped in at Ricobene’s for lunch. I had the Breaded Steak and fries. It was amazing! So full of flavor and VERY filling. Definitely grab A LOT of napkins. Definitely will make the trip again.
James H
The deep dish pizza was very delicious! No wonder the restaurant has been in the neighborhood for decades.
Cefcef Cefcef
The fried steak is absolutely worth the trip here!!! But ... You MUST order it DRY and ask for the sauce on the side. You can just dip it in the sauce as needed. The pizza (both Chicago and regular crust) were delicious!! The fries were honestly just average at best. But I will for sure make it back next time in Chicago.
Side note, the food ordering process is easy and efficient. The parking was right across the street... Plenty of space and free!
Michael Lee
This is the BEST parm sandwich that I have ever had! This should be a Chicago staple like the Chicago hot dog and deep dish pizza.
Coftz79
I'm a bit embarrassed to admit this, so the last I was here was about 18 years ago. I liked the place then, but after today I'm in love with this place. It's come up so much and survived the recent "Trying Times." I had the regular size bread steak sandwich, get the value meal it is worth it. You get the sandwich (i got it with mozz and hot peppers), which was hefty, fries and a drink (I upgraded my drink to a large) for $20. F@#kin Delicious! They run a tight and well oiled ship. From when I ordered my food til I sat down, I think I waited 5 to 10 mins. Enough time for me get my utensils, napkins, straw and ketchup. The moderate lighting made feel comfortable. I was there about 40-45 minutes and I did not leave there hungry nor feel like I over paid for my food. Best $20 I have spent. And to think I was about double back on the place. Most go when in the area or should u want to visit a low key, comfortable joint with really good sandwiches. Highly Recommended! Great Job Ricobene's. Going back definitely.
E ROSAS
A true Chicago original! Whats there not to like about this place. Biggest and best breaded steak sandwiches anywhere. Not a sign le ingredient has changed in all of the years I’ve had take away or dine-in. Wish they had more locations like like before but I’m glad they didn’t completely shut their doors. MUST try to anyone who visits Chicago! It’s Ghostbuster approved. Lol
Peter Kubisty
Always great visiting the neighborhoods of Childhood. If you're ever in Bridgeport or Little Italy area. Look up Ricobene's or Tufanos.. Ricobene's is absolutely my favorite Sandwich Shop in the area. Everything has always been great! And if you're looking for a great sit down family place? Tufanos is off Racine on Vernon Place, is the Best, Family Owned place, in Chicago. Either place, for what you get for your money, are hands down the Best. Always like visiting the areas I grew up in or around. A+ all things considered. Ricobene's I recommend the Breaded steak or chicken sandwich with hand cut fries. If you love Veal? Tufanos has a big selection, prepared many ways. But, whatever Italian food your looking for, they'll generally have it! Enjoy! And have fun there. I always make it a point to visit, when in the area!
Arturo Flores
If your looking for a good pizza place in Chicago, Rico benes is the place to go. I’ve been to many places to include LA, New York, and even Italy 🇮🇹. Out of all the places, Rico benes is the best! I stop in every Thursday and sundays and never regret coming. I also highly recommend trying out Their skirt stake sandwich!!! Awesome staff too!!
Tom Keller
A hidden gem, if you’re near China town in Chicago and don’t stop, you’re missing a real treat. In my opinion the pizza is better here than that “G” place here in Chicago. Milk shakes are fantastic too
Dennis Finley Jr.
Hands down the best breaded steak sandwich ever. Grew up in Bridgeport and now that I'm an hour away I still drive down just for a breaded steak sandwich
Eddie Ramirez
Grew up knowing the family and doing errands for grandma, she rewarded us wth our first taste of a famous breaded steak, God Rest that Beautiful ladies Soul, and The Ricobene family and their contributions to the restaurant industry, may progression and Blessings be upon yas as yous continue! If yas haven't tried Ricobenes famous breaded steak and other menu delights it's a must!
David Smith III
Taste treat worth the drive to the south side of Chicago! 26th and Princeton under the expressway!
Cathy Barnes Cornelius
I grew up in Bridgeport but had never been to Ricobene's. Too far from my house. I wanted to take my son; who will be going to college in Chicago in the Fall; somewhere authentic. So we went to Ricobene's and ordered the breaded steak sandwich. He couldn't believe how big the regular was and said he wondered how big the king size was. Anyway, he never had a breaded steak sandwich and said he didn't know such deliciousness existed. We also had fries which he devoured after the sandwich because he couldn't stop eating them they were so good. All the flavors brought me back to my childhood. I think we'll be eating there a lot when school starts in August.
Squirrely Dan
Love Ricobene's but damn, the prices are up there. $4.09 for a small order of jalapeno poppers? 2.69 for a soft drink that they loaded up with ice even though I asked them not to. And why don they have to wrap everything in paper and foil even if I'm eating in? Is a paper plate or tray really too much to ask? I'm pretty sure I ate a piece of the paper that they wrap my sandwich in because I was cutting it up and the paper came apart and stuck to it. I'm not complaining though, food was great and I will definitely be back.
Eddie Reyes
The breaded steak sandwich, the best sandwich in the world!
Kathleen Daluga Stechmiller
My son is leaving for Army Basic Training on Tuesday. He wanted to do a tour of his favorite Chicago food. Ricobebe's was on his must have list. You guys didn't disappoint. Super yummy, as usual.
Brian Stoneman
The Vesuvio makes my top ten list of sandwiches in all of Chicago.
Nancy Ackerman-Hardy
The best place to eat in chi town...love love love the food!! ❤️
Terry Randall Jr.
Best steak sandwich I will vouch, fast and excellent staff A+++++
Ron Justo
I came in from the burbs with all my car friends to eat the breaded sandwich. Gosh it's been a few days and I still thinking of it, good! Will always come back.
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