Ricobene's

4.6(7,176)

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Location & Hours

Address

252 W 26th St, Chicago, IL 60616, USA
Chicago, IL 60616
United States

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Hours

Closed • Opens Today at 9:00 AM

Monday9:00 AM - 12:30 AM

Tuesday9:00 AM - 12:30 AM

Wednesday9:00 AM - 12:30 AM

Thursday9:00 AM - 12:30 AM

Friday9:00 AM - 2:00 AM

Saturday10:00 AM - 2:00 AM

Sunday10:00 AM - 12:00 AM

Contact & Links

Contact Information

(312) 225-5555

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About Ricobene's

Old-school pizza parlor serving a famous breaded steak sandwich alongside pizza & Italian standards.

Price range: inexpensive

Google-sourced data last fetched on April 30, 2025.

4.6/5

Based on 7,176 reviews

Recent Reviews

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Peyton Grace

a month ago

Service was fast and efficient, but the staff looked bored. My partner and I arrived at around 11am. There was no wait so our order was put in and ready within 5 minutes from walking in. We shared a f...

Carri Bop

a week ago

We stopped in to try the famous breaded steak sandwich. It was good, very messy, but the hype had us expecting more. We got it with the hot peppers and no cheese. Already planning on going again and t...

Luana Oliveira

a week ago

The place is spacious and offers ample seating options. The service is also fast. The sandwiches are average. They lack significant flavor, but they’re not bad either. I didn’t find anything particul...

christopher gonzalez

a month ago

1st time trying this place and it definitely lived up to the hype. I can see how it won usa today's sandwich of the year back in 2015. I ordered via ubereats after seeing it on a food reviewers Facebo...

Jessica Del Leola

3 weeks ago

We were in Chicago today so figured we stop in. The Steak sandwich with everything was everything. That's with the Cheese. . . the sweet peppers . . and hot peppers. My little guy had the cheeseburge...

What People Are Saying

Overall Experience

Generally positive experience, with many customers enjoying the food and service. It appears to be a popular spot for a quick and filling bite.

Customer Favorites

The Breaded Steak Sandwich and Chicken Vesuvio Sandwich are frequently mentioned as standouts. BBQ Wings with fries also garnered positive attention.

Atmosphere & Service

The restaurant is spacious with ample seating, and the service is generally fast and efficient, even during busy periods. Some customers noted staff appeared bored.

Value & Quality

The sandwiches are considered filling. Opinions on flavor vary; some found the steak sandwich lacked flavor in the sauce and was dry, while others found it flavorful, especially when ordered with specific toppings.

Areas for Improvement

Some customers felt the breaded steak sandwich lacked flavor or was dry, suggesting sauce improvements or a different preparation method could be beneficial. Some fries were soggy rather than crispy.

Recent Trends

There seems to be some variability in the perceived flavor of the breaded steak sandwich, with some customers finding it overhyped or lacking flavor while others enjoy it. The Chicken Vesuvio sandwich has emerged as a favorite alternative.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Ricobene's located?

Ricobene's is located at 252 W 26th St, Chicago, IL 60616, USA.

What is the price range at Ricobene's?

Ricobene's is listed as inexpensive.

Where can I find the hours for Ricobene's?

The listed hours for Ricobene's are shown in the Location & Hours section on this page. Hours can change, so confirm before visiting.

How can I contact Ricobene's?

Call Ricobene's at (312) 225-5555. Ask the restaurant directly about reservations or large parties.

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