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Ricobene’s

Bridgeport Historic Breaded Steak Sandwich — Chicago, IL 60616

Bridgeport institution since 1946 famous for the legendary breaded steak sandwich, deep-dish pizza, and Italian ice.

Passed through three generations of the Ricobene family in Bridgeport.

📍 Verified Street Address
252 W 26th St, Chicago, IL 60616
🕒 Verified Operating Hours
Daily 10:00am–10:30pm
📞 Direct Counter Phone (Zero App Markup)
🔥 Destination Signature Dish
Famous Breaded Steak Sandwich with Mozzarella

🔥 Must-Try Signature Dishes at Ricobene’s

King Size Breaded Steak Sandwich
$14.50
Chicago Style Italian Beef Sandwich
$10.50
Pan-Style Deep Dish Sausage Slice
$5.50
Crispy Breaded Chicken Parm Sandwich
$11.50

👨‍🍳 Why Locals Love Ricobene’s

Family & Culinary Roots: Bridgeport landmark founded in 1946 by the Ricobene brothers, inventor of Chicago’s iconic breaded steak sandwich.

Scratch Kitchen Commitment: Tenderized skirt steak breaded in seasoned Italian crumbs, flash-fried, dipped in slow-simmered red gravy, topped with melted mozzarella and giardiniera.

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