Genuine Sandwich Shop

At this family-run establishment in Irving Park, you'll discover some delicious selections, whether you're searching for a sandwich, a grinder, a burger, a hot dog, or an ice cream sandwich. Although there are a lot of options on the menu at JT's Genuine Sandwich Shop, none of them are particularly subpar. The foot-long hot dog lives true to its name, while the Beans & Greens Melt is a good vegetarian choice. The Italian pork and greens sub is satisfyingly juicy. A big order of chili cheese fries or a scoop of ice cream would be in order if you can manage to conserve room.

The menu at Genuine Sandwich Shop in Irving Park features a lot of comfort food from the Midwest, including breaded pork tenderloin sandwiches and Coney Island hot dogs. So it's simple to miss the burger, but that would be a mistake. Two griddled Angus patties, caramelized onions, cheddar, bacon, dijonnaise, and a special addition—slices of Granny Smith apple—are all included in owner Christopher Cunningham's signature burger. The fruit's little acidity helps to balance off the otherwise sumptuous tastes.

Address: 3970 N Elston Ave, Chicago, Il 60618
Phone: +1 773-754-7729
Opening hours: 11 am - 7 pm
Rating: 5.0/5.0, 37 Facebook reviews
Website: jtsgenuine.com