Chicago Beef Joint
$ • American, Burgers, Pet Friendly
Hours:
822 Ottawa Ave NW, Grand Rapids
(616) 420-7724
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Chicago Beef Joint Reviews
Went in with a few friends and we all sat at the bar. The bartender barely acknowledged us. We ordered food and drinks. The hotdog was great but the cheese fries were so salty that nobody could eat them. The bartender never asked us how everything was even though he could hear us complaining about it. This guy was so busy on his phone standing right in front of us, that he didn’t even ask if we wanted another drink. Never again!
stopped in for a Italian beef/sausage combo and fries both the sandwich and fries were over salted very disappointed in the food
The staff ( I assume manager) was very unhappy we had a large group. While I of course understand that can be taxing on a restaurant and its staff, he could have handled it differently. He mentioned at least 20 times we should have called ahead (we had tried to months ago actually- emailed and called with no response). We were the only people there and had no problem waiting for the service and kitchen due to being a larger group. We all sat at different tables and paid our own...read full review
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Hours
| Monday | 11AM - 10:30PM |
| Tuesday | 11AM - 8:30PM |
| Wednesday | Closed |
| Thursday | Closed |
| Friday | 11AM - 11PM |
| Saturday | 11AM - 11PM |
| Sunday | 11AM - 7:30PM |
Chicago Beef Joint offers a lively atmosphere filled with a blues trio and Chicago sports memorabilia. Customers praise the Maxwell Street Polish, Chicago dog, and Buffalo chicken sandwich. The beef is flavorful and spicy, especially the Italian Beef with hot giard and au jus. Many appreciate that the sandwiches can be pre-dipped in the delicious juice, ensuring every bite is full of flavor. Chili cheese fries are a favorite, described as ridiculously good, while the fries with seasoning are also amazing. The chocolate cake milkshake and fancy bathrooms are highlights too. The restaurant provides an authentic Chicago experience, with a spacious interior, outdoor seating, and a decently stocked bar. Many customers enjoy the Friday night vibes with karaoke and live music, making it a great spot to relax after activities like pickleball. Chicago Beef Joint is known for being active in the community, and it keeps customers coming back for more.