Illinois Restaurant Serves The Absolute 'Best Sandwich' In The State

You haven't tasted heaven until you've taken a bite of an Italian beef sandwich in Illinois!

While many staple spots offer this delicious sandwich, only one place is known for serving it best! Be it high quality ingredients, toppings, or perfectly paired sides, something about the Italian beef sandwich served at this standout location sets it apart from the rest.

So let's dig in!

According to a list compiled by Far & Wide, the best sandwich in all of Illinois is served at Al's in Chicago. This Italian beef sandwich was praised for its secret blend of spices and delicious toppings. Fabulous Freddie's was also mentioned among the best of the best.

Here's what Far & Wide had to say about the restaurant that serves absolute best sandwich in the entire state:

"On Chicago's South Side, Italian immigrants first started making Italian beef sandwiches in the ‘30s. Juicy and flavorful, these sammies are now available all over Chicago, but purists run to Al's, which still claims to be the originator of this classic sandwich. The chain still uses its original recipe to prepare dry-roasted beef coated in a secret blend of spices, topped with peppers and served inside a thick roll. Most connoisseurs opt for their sandwich "wet," with extra meat juice poured on like gravy, so grab a few extra napkins (and be prepared to get a bit messy). Fabulous Freddie's may not be as much of a household name as Al's, but it's still a local fave, located just steps from Sox park. The juicy Italian beef is made in-house every day and can be topped with chunks of Italian peppers for guests who like a bit of heat."

For a continued list of the best sandwiches served across the country, check out farandwide.com.