Chicago's Best Italian Beef: Al's Italian Beef

Поделиться
HTML-код
  • Опубликовано: 28 янв 2018
  • The Italian Beef Sandwich is a Chicago Original and Elliott Bambrough is headed out to show you where it all started.
  • РазвлеченияРазвлечения

Комментарии • 836

  • @MakoRuu
    @MakoRuu 5 лет назад +635

    I need to stop watching these at 4 AM when I'm starving.

    • @TheSexyConan
      @TheSexyConan 4 года назад +3

      Starveing don't be so dramatic.

    • @yolomofosic
      @yolomofosic 4 года назад +2

      i feel the same just like my fam watching the food channel

    • @discovr4me
      @discovr4me 4 года назад

      Lol. I hear ya!

    • @sbenjamin00
      @sbenjamin00 3 года назад

      Haha

    • @teem1653
      @teem1653 3 года назад +1

      Keep on watching and when you wake up eat something healthy shows how strong you are I'm not a healthy person I'm going through lots of pain right now from my eating habits ...I commend and respect the people who eat healthy they earned my respect more and more

  • @LN.2233
    @LN.2233 2 года назад +34

    the butta special, on GD.

  • @kingkol
    @kingkol 2 года назад +121

    Mannn, I’d snitch for one of those, maybe with a Pepsi on the side, then we reached a deal.😂🤣

    • @noname-nd2uc
      @noname-nd2uc 2 года назад +17

      😂😂 I knew these comments were coming.

    • @noname-nd2uc
      @noname-nd2uc 2 года назад +16

      Lil jay lowkey promoted this sandwich if ya mans is willing to snitch for it 😂

    • @TGRgrimreaper209
      @TGRgrimreaper209 Год назад

      @@noname-nd2uc you know he did

    • @foulgd4980
      @foulgd4980 Год назад +2

      Lil jay brought me here 😂

    • @christopherkilian9763
      @christopherkilian9763 Год назад

      You would snitch for one? I have lime and a shovel if we ever meet up

  • @scottbrandon9390
    @scottbrandon9390 3 года назад +15

    I like it when Chris whips out the switch blade and says use the "Italian letter opener."

  • @noname-nd2uc
    @noname-nd2uc 2 года назад +15

    The FBG Butta

  • @MrWayno1
    @MrWayno1 4 года назад +13

    My buddy lived on Taylor street a stones throw from there. He moved in at 185 lbs and moved out at 225 lbs. this is no bs. When he moved from Taylor within 6 months was back to 185lbs. This place is awesome and I suggest if you go, get the combo which is Italian beef and sausage.

  • @jeanitasykescoaching
    @jeanitasykescoaching 5 лет назад +120

    I use to work at Al's in the late 80's! In Atlanta now and cant wait to come back at visit Al's!

    • @nikitaflournoy5284
      @nikitaflournoy5284 4 года назад +1

      Jeanita Sykes take me with you

    • @tb9489
      @tb9489 3 года назад +2

      You still got the Varsity in ATL Which I miss being back in Dallas. Vasrsity= 2 chili slaw dogs and an order of Onion rings.. Whada ya have Whada ya have!!!

    • @corysexton3970
      @corysexton3970 3 года назад

      101 Dalmatians

    • @boogitybear2283
      @boogitybear2283 2 года назад

      @@tb9489 don’t forget their orange drink they serve!

    • @charlesandrews2360
      @charlesandrews2360 Год назад

      I used to live on Carpenter Street in the 1980s. I went to Al's just a couple of weeks ago and one of the ladies behind the counter has been there since at least the 1980s.

  • @CGJUGO80
    @CGJUGO80 2 года назад +19

    I’m from the east coast and love Philly cheesesteak. But I don’t know how it can compare to this majestic Italian beef sandwich. Can’t wait to try it one day.

  • @ICEGOD2
    @ICEGOD2 6 лет назад +55

    About 6 years ago, the corporate chefs I work for sent me to Chicago to a food expo on business. While in Chicago, my co workers and I had Al's Italian Beef. Holy fuck, that dipped sandwich was the one. The giardiane was better than my better than my grandma's(she'd be mad hearing that). Now on these business trips, I look forward to Al's and Portillos.

    • @tremainsmith527
      @tremainsmith527 Год назад +2

      Portillos no I got food posion from there Al's Beef only

    • @toms4020
      @toms4020 Год назад

      Portillos.. better then fast food but not that great

    • @richcalhoun6050
      @richcalhoun6050 2 месяца назад

      Tonys on the south side on Pulaski is better than both combined. I promise

  • @johnnyroastbeef3048
    @johnnyroastbeef3048 4 года назад +26

    I lived in Chicago all my life till 16 years ago I went to South Florida. Three things I miss number1 Al's Beef on Taylor Street. FYI right across the street is Mario's Italian Ice. Number 2 Chicago hot dogs. Any corner Chicago
    Number 3 Lou Malnati's pizza.

    • @locolopez75
      @locolopez75 4 года назад +2

      What about Jim original or pizzeria uno

    • @johnnyroastbeef3048
      @johnnyroastbeef3048 4 года назад

      @@locolopez75 Lou Malnati's pizza is my favorite.

    • @msr1116
      @msr1116 3 года назад +1

      You'd think with all the Chicago ex-pats in Florida, that SOMEBODY would have thought to introduce the foods to the locals by opening a restaurant, like Joe Mantegna did in L.A.

    • @starababa1985
      @starababa1985 8 месяцев назад

      Oh, Mario's Italian watermelon ice with a beef sandwich from Al's, eaten while sitting on the hood of your car. Heaven!

  • @FISHONAJ
    @FISHONAJ 6 лет назад +23

    My Grandmother lived in Chicago and i remember her taking me to Al's and i liked it so much i bought a shirt. I go to visit my parents in California and go out on a party boat fishing wearing said shirt. All i can say is lots of people go to Chicago and have opinions on who has the best beef ~ AJ in Ohio :)

    • @ramencurry6672
      @ramencurry6672 Год назад +1

      The Chicago Italian beef stands out as one of the best sandwiches or at least one of the most unique sandwiches in America. It’s actually one of the biggest reasons why I travel almost a 1000 miles to Chicago

  • @larooskidominique2528
    @larooskidominique2528 2 года назад +3

    Trenches news brought me here shoutout Italian beef and Pepsi #63

  • @ljsneets7037
    @ljsneets7037 3 года назад +12

    By no means do i hold myself out to be an expert, but I have had a sandwich or two over the years. This place was the best beef sandwich I’ve ever had.

    • @ramencurry6672
      @ramencurry6672 Год назад +1

      You are correct. I’m a food snob and I agree. In my opinion it’s one of the most interesting sandwiches in America

    • @bigsweep3603
      @bigsweep3603 Год назад

      I haven’t been to Al’s in 12 years and I’m pretty sure the combo is still the best sandwich I’ve ever had

  • @mrpankau
    @mrpankau 4 года назад +9

    This vid needs to be submitted to the Library of Congress for an accurate depiction of a Taylor Street accent.

  • @Lee-ed4zu
    @Lee-ed4zu 2 года назад +15

    I'd snitch for one of these.

  • @Viva-Persia
    @Viva-Persia 2 года назад +2

    the crazy laughter at the end is phenomenal..

  • @ukanduet3209
    @ukanduet3209 3 года назад +3

    We ate at the Al's restaurant that was on Ontario and Wells nearly every day when we were couriers in Chicago. Best Italian beef in Chicago.

  • @cartman8814
    @cartman8814 2 года назад +4

    They opened a location in my home town here in SoCal several years back. Didn't last long tho. One of the best sandwiches. Still miss it.

  • @gnomevoyeur
    @gnomevoyeur 3 года назад +19

    I've watched so many editions of this show on youtube from Australia. I'm hoping to get there soon and try some of the places out (once the pandemic is under control, of course). Al's Beef seems like an icon - I don't know how it took so long for you to cover it.
    PS Marley is lovely but Brittney mad the show iconic, being part of the Sweetness family.

    • @elusivetilborg3011
      @elusivetilborg3011 2 года назад +2

      Skip Al's, its terrible. Go to Mr.Beef if you're downtown, or Johnnie's Beef in the subburbs.

    • @Midnight_Rider96
      @Midnight_Rider96 Год назад

      It may surprise you how these places look very old and nothing special, but have great food. The suburbs also have great food, Johnnie's beef and Gene&Judes hot dogs

    • @Midnight_Rider96
      @Midnight_Rider96 Год назад

      Chicago also has the best Mexican burritos! Giant burritos the size of a man's arm!

  • @anderson8383
    @anderson8383 4 года назад +8

    They should have a channel like this for every city.

  • @markjurczyk
    @markjurczyk 3 года назад +7

    Original Al's on Taylor is the best, period !!!

  • @mallswordislaw5723
    @mallswordislaw5723 3 года назад +3

    Al’s beef is most definitely #1 in Chicago hands down 💯

  • @TheAirplanewoman
    @TheAirplanewoman 3 года назад +1

    highly entertaining video. I will be sure to try Al's when I am back in Chicago this December.

  • @kvosstuff4350
    @kvosstuff4350 4 года назад +3

    I LOVE this place! I live in TN and we don't have anything to compare...

  • @chris2302
    @chris2302 4 года назад +3

    Italian Beef made the right way is amazing!

  • @timothyjohnson7841
    @timothyjohnson7841 3 года назад +1

    Great show!!!

  • @jamesgand828
    @jamesgand828 4 года назад +2

    I love sandwiches where the sandwich itself is dipped in a sauce and it makes everything juicy :O

  • @davidmnaba3117
    @davidmnaba3117 5 лет назад +2

    I like your down to earth casual let the wind blow character. I like the show

  • @johnotto4931
    @johnotto4931 3 года назад +5

    Funny I never had Als but Max’s on Roosevelt downtown has EXCELLENT italian beef

  • @x611b3
    @x611b3 2 года назад +4

    dawg you forgot the pepsi

  • @4mturne
    @4mturne 4 года назад +4

    I LOVE All's. Beef and sausage dipped with hot peppers and those hand cut fries

  • @Scythesyn
    @Scythesyn 5 лет назад +5

    Felt sick eating here once no lie

  • @matthewdavis3921
    @matthewdavis3921 5 лет назад +4

    Oh im jealous im hungry now lol. Love your show

  • @davidbrothers3788
    @davidbrothers3788 Год назад +1

    Italian letter opener similar to the Chicago typewriter both handy when needed

    • @chiraqallday7434
      @chiraqallday7434 Год назад

      Yup bugs Moran and his crew remember the typewriter very well

    • @davidbrothers3788
      @davidbrothers3788 Год назад +1

      @Chiraq All day oh yeah especially one valentines day around 1929

    • @davidbrothers3788
      @davidbrothers3788 Год назад

      @Chiraq All day why hasn't any band especially one from Chicago put out an album called Chicago Typewriter

  • @cactusdanman
    @cactusdanman 2 года назад +2

    Jay's Beef of Harwood Heights is the best beef in Chicago! 💯

  • @wyuciswuget
    @wyuciswuget 6 лет назад +1

    I ate these in Terre Haute, In, back then it was Sin City #2 back in the 50’s and 60’s. My nearest place to get one now is 4 hrs away.

  • @donnadumont3506
    @donnadumont3506 Месяц назад

    You guys are great ❤❤❤❤

  • @judichristopher4604
    @judichristopher4604 2 года назад +1

    EXCELLENT VIDEO...
    YUM

  • @MrSamer83
    @MrSamer83 5 лет назад +5

    When I visited Chicago back in August, I went to Al's but the one in Wrigleyville. I loved it a lot. I would love to try the original one in Little Italy on Taylor Street when I come back!! :-D

    • @geeman215
      @geeman215 4 года назад +1

      If you come, in the summer, go across the street for dessert, an Italian ice. You'll leave Taylor street, 1-hapoy human.

    • @billymarino4452
      @billymarino4452 2 года назад +1

      When I visited Chicago a month ago (first time), I ate at the original Al's on Taylor, and the one in Wrigleyville. Both were some of the best beef sandwiches I ever had.

    • @ramencurry6672
      @ramencurry6672 Год назад +1

      It’s food of the gods

  • @Teatee105
    @Teatee105 Год назад +1

    I miss these sandwiches!! I had to learn to make them on my own because they don't sell them where I live.

  • @jonathanbristow3208
    @jonathanbristow3208 4 года назад

    Beautiful!

  • @nunyabizznizz7326
    @nunyabizznizz7326 4 года назад

    those look amazing......

  • @rontaviussnipes3021
    @rontaviussnipes3021 2 года назад +2

    I had a dipped sandwich last time I visited but the spot was called Portillos and I wasn’t impressed. I’ll try this next time I’m in Chicago

    • @frank78855
      @frank78855 2 года назад +2

      Portillos is over rated. Als is solid. Johnny’s in elmwood park on north ave is one of the best.

    • @Alien_DNA_
      @Alien_DNA_ 10 месяцев назад

      Portillos is the McDonald's of Italian beef. It's like trying a hamburger for the first time and basing it on McDonald's

  • @OoohUSuk
    @OoohUSuk 2 года назад +1

    I miss you Al’s!

  • @codyduncan195
    @codyduncan195 Год назад

    Can confirm. Amazing.

  • @rawstatustv2358
    @rawstatustv2358 3 года назад +2

    Man the dip in the gravy made my stomach growl.

  • @paulpietschinski3282
    @paulpietschinski3282 3 года назад +2

    I have NEVER had one of these.....and i feel so incomplete.

  • @Dcvillnz
    @Dcvillnz 4 года назад +1

    Wow that looks great 👍

  • @michaelmixon2479
    @michaelmixon2479 2 года назад +1

    Al was a blast!!

  • @tyrionlannister1628
    @tyrionlannister1628 3 года назад +2

    Sitting at Larry’s Giant Subs in Jacksonville Fl awaiting my Chicago’s Own Italian Beef with a side of Au Jus ❤️❤️❤️

  • @ericmontero1337
    @ericmontero1337 5 месяцев назад

    its superb.

  • @RedRoseGold3080
    @RedRoseGold3080 3 года назад +1

    Mouth watering .... mmmm 😋

  • @energyefficientbuilders8627
    @energyefficientbuilders8627 4 года назад +36

    Used to be great, but now it's too expensive and smaller portions. I guess that what fame will do to you. Sorry, won't come back. The beef is seasoned well but now there are so many other places that will give you a better deal.

    • @Shellybellyboy
      @Shellybellyboy 4 года назад +1

      Energy Efficient Builders Tony’s is better

    • @mickdavis2385
      @mickdavis2385 4 года назад

      I went 6 months ago and the meat was grissly (crunchy with tendons and something that wasn't meat).

    • @Mari000
      @Mari000 3 года назад +2

      Johnnie’s in Elmwood Park

  • @hotenhitonokoe2848
    @hotenhitonokoe2848 3 года назад +1

    looks delicious

  • @stayready5403
    @stayready5403 4 года назад +1

    Best beefer anywhere in the world....... hands down

  • @skycon321
    @skycon321 Год назад +1

    Tried Al's Portillo's hands down the best

  • @kevinhullinger8743
    @kevinhullinger8743 2 года назад +1

    The dipped is awesome get the sweet and hot peppers. 🙌

  • @sweettoxicz7053
    @sweettoxicz7053 5 лет назад +5

    Gosh, the Facebook sound at 1:04 got me confused.

  • @ih8myfriends
    @ih8myfriends 3 года назад +1

    I’m excited to try it. Luke’s is my favorite rn.

    • @lordot8665
      @lordot8665 3 года назад +1

      Try out mr beefs on Harlem too

  • @MrByaeger
    @MrByaeger Год назад +1

    We just don't really have many places like this on the west coast. I'd fly there just to have one

  • @tremainsmith6352
    @tremainsmith6352 4 года назад +2

    Al's Beef is Chicago's Best Ever

  • @michaeljdauben
    @michaeljdauben 4 года назад +1

    I used to go to U of I campus near there. I'd stop at Al's at least once a week for an Italian beef.

  • @tims.5085
    @tims.5085 4 года назад +2

    I want to visit Chicago!

    • @geeman215
      @geeman215 4 года назад

      Come in the summer. It's so much to do. You'll gain a few pounds & marvel at what our city has to offer.

  • @jameswilliams9738
    @jameswilliams9738 3 года назад

    When I go back to Chicago I'm going to Al's beef.😛😛

  • @albertmartinez3368
    @albertmartinez3368 4 года назад

    been goin here forever !!! best in da city !!!

  • @erica.3852
    @erica.3852 2 месяца назад

    I walk by here everyday when I go to work

  • @stankormy5717
    @stankormy5717 5 лет назад

    Delicious!

  • @nishalpawar5170
    @nishalpawar5170 5 лет назад +4

    Wish I had one in my city ....🌭🌮😍🌭🌮😍🌭🌮😍

  • @Divine_R
    @Divine_R 6 лет назад +189

    It's funny how they used Scarface lines but Scarface is Cuban...

    • @jimmyb3311
      @jimmyb3311 6 лет назад +17

      glad I wasn't the only one who caught that

    • @goodfella2400
      @goodfella2400 6 лет назад +28

      You understand that the “Cubans” in Scarface were criollos from Italy, no?

    • @Divine_R
      @Divine_R 6 лет назад +9

      Goodfella Sorry bud, I meant to say that the character Tony Montana (who they quoted in the video) is Cuban himself

    • @joeyo4163
      @joeyo4163 5 лет назад +21

      yea only the character..but Al Pacino is Italian.

    • @timmcdermott9110
      @timmcdermott9110 5 лет назад +11

      scarface was another name for Al Capone show had a scare across his cheek.

  • @crysjumar1
    @crysjumar1 4 года назад +1

    Jim's on Rosecrans in Gardena, CA. their motto, "you don't need teeth to eat my beef."

  • @bingevintage8124
    @bingevintage8124 4 года назад +2

    Restaurant owner was the real life Santa Claus 🎅 jolly ole saint chris 👌

  • @tiotisdale
    @tiotisdale 5 лет назад

    Mouth watering

  • @joelsimms4636
    @joelsimms4636 3 года назад +1

    Jesus!! That made me hungry!!!

  • @wemcal
    @wemcal 2 года назад

    Looks delicious

  • @zaggaona
    @zaggaona 4 года назад +22

    When you eat an Italian beef you must get it dipped!! Having it dry is just wrong!

    • @msr1116
      @msr1116 3 года назад +4

      A dry beef sandwich becomes a choking hazard. No joke.

    • @elusivetilborg3011
      @elusivetilborg3011 2 года назад +1

      Always get extra napkins.

    • @paulevans6066
      @paulevans6066 2 года назад +1

      Hot peppers too not sport

    • @ramencurry6672
      @ramencurry6672 Год назад

      I agree. A medium dry would probably be ok if it was on a high quality artisanal roll though. The dipped version is unique though and the quintessential Chicago experience

  • @JustAThought155
    @JustAThought155 3 года назад +2

    Bro, you don’t “have a belly!!!” 😂😂😂!!!

  • @410d8
    @410d8 Год назад +2

    Imma have to get in contact wit butta when I hit the chi 🤣🤣🤣

  • @bobrakow3067
    @bobrakow3067 6 лет назад +1

    Do they still have that bookie in the back?

  • @ginoforget9399
    @ginoforget9399 4 года назад +2

    Excellent se sandwich 🥪 au bœuf 🥩

  • @GibsonArtola
    @GibsonArtola 2 года назад +3

    Al's on Taylor Street is the best Italian beef sandwich I have ever tasted! I have even tried them in Italy....but no, Al's is the best. Could live off this stuff for breakfast, lunch and dinner.

    • @ramencurry6672
      @ramencurry6672 Год назад

      The Chicago Italian beef sandwich is one of the most interesting sandwiches in America. I’ve been all over and I have to say that there is a uniqueness to it. I’m a fan.

  • @googelle7555
    @googelle7555 4 года назад +7

    Would be cool if they showed address and map screenshot at the beginning or end of each vid

    • @lordot8665
      @lordot8665 4 года назад +1

      Goog Elle don’t be lazy just google it

    • @michaelandrew4812
      @michaelandrew4812 4 года назад

      @@lordot8665 Exactly my thoughts should be easy to find on google

  • @brooklyndan11206
    @brooklyndan11206 6 лет назад

    They were featured in the tv show Man Vs Food !!

  • @rjmarino3223
    @rjmarino3223 3 года назад

    Excellent sausage and fries too.

  • @fafalbala
    @fafalbala Год назад

    Does anyone know what kind of cut does he use on his sandwiches?

  • @theviewer102
    @theviewer102 3 года назад

    I wish they didn’t close the restaurant by Chino Hills, CA. I gotta go to Portillo’s by Moreno Valley, CA to get my Chicago beef sandwich fix.

  • @lANKIMM
    @lANKIMM 2 года назад +1

    I really miss home , and these pregnancy cravings 🥲

  • @bbqsmokernc7252
    @bbqsmokernc7252 4 года назад +6

    Say hello to my little friend. 😂😂😂

  • @buffalobill3504
    @buffalobill3504 4 года назад

    Grew up two blocks from St Williams, worked near the U of I Circle, ate at Al's and Johnnies many times. Manny's too.Combo, sweet and dipped with large lemon ice at Johnnie's with the smoke drifting to the line outside was the best! Cannoli from the bakeries on Harlem and Caputo's Market. This was when Tony Accardo and Sam Giancanna lived in Elmwood Park and they drag raced on North Ave. on an unincororated stretch on Saturday night till the state police showed up. Midwest American Graffiti! While I'm at it, became a DePaul area uppie and once told the kid who made my hot dog at Wiener Circle he was an artist. Also grew up eating dogs from the pushcart guy by Polk Brothers on Central. Dates me huh. Retired in Wyoming where there are no lines, no traffic jams, everyone has a firearm or many firearms and NO ONE gets shot on Saturday night. Betcha all love Lightfoot, Foxx and Smollet. Makes Richie Daley seem this a sainted genius now.

  • @cookingsingle4887
    @cookingsingle4887 3 года назад

    That fork is a classic.

  • @RXVO_
    @RXVO_ Год назад

    I’m craving a beef bad rn so I’m watching this 😅

  • @andresmith6591
    @andresmith6591 3 года назад +11

    Yes Sir, I truly miss indulging in these incredible sandwiches. Living in North Texas has presented some generic Restaurants attempting to offer the Italian Beef Sandwich. I grew up eating Al's when I went to Jew Town in the early 1970's.

    • @ramencurry6672
      @ramencurry6672 Год назад +1

      In most places in America, airline flights or greyhound bus tickets to Chicago are relatively affordable. So I think it’s travel possible as long as your family and job allows the time.

  • @johnmchale6667
    @johnmchale6667 7 месяцев назад

    yum

  • @quantummath
    @quantummath 5 лет назад +2

    1:29 ... Say elllo too ma leedel fren .. :-))))) Dude that was awesome!

  • @miklovelka2114
    @miklovelka2114 2 года назад

    Al’s or Johnny’s. GOAT level

  • @tommysoprano1441
    @tommysoprano1441 3 года назад

    Please come to open an Al's Beef in Canada Preferably Toronto or Hamilton

  • @keithkumpa2627
    @keithkumpa2627 3 года назад

    Yum

  • @Lejen.
    @Lejen. 4 года назад +3

    “Your forking excellent”

  • @tati0201
    @tati0201 5 лет назад +3

    Love this place been going since I was a child. Will be grabbing me one this week.

  • @jamestownsend7113
    @jamestownsend7113 4 года назад

    I miss that place

  • @gabegood8989
    @gabegood8989 4 года назад +1

    i nearly died when they dunked it in the juice..omfg