Chicago is also famous for its steakhouses, where connoisseurs can savor prime cuts of beef. Some of the most highly-rated steakhouses in the city include Joe’s Seafood, Prime Steak & Stone Crab centrally located just off The Magnificent Mile, and Bavette’s Bar & Boeuf in the River North area. It is important to note that premium steaks come with a premium price tag.

Another must-try culinary delight is the Italian beef sandwich; a hidden gem that is frequently enjoyed by locals but often overlooked by tourists. This seasoned roast beef sandwich, dipped in meat drippings and topped with a spicy giardiniera or sweet Italian peppers, originated in the city’s Italian immigrant community in the early 1900s. Hot dog stands and restaurants throughout the city serve up the dish, but for an authentic experience, residents recommend a visit to Portillo’s, with downtown locations on West Ontario Street in River North and West Taylor Street near the South Loop.