Chicago Street Food!! 5 MUST EAT FOODS You Can’t Miss in Chicago, USA!!

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CHICAGO, USA - Welcome to the city of Chicago, one of the greatest food cities in the United States! Today we’re going on an ultimate Chicago street food tour to eat 5 of the best and most iconic foods you don’t want to miss eating (and this video doesn’t include pizza, that will come later). So get ready to eat our way through some of the best food in Chicago!
We’re with my sister Pam and brother in law Derek, who is a Chicago native! If you love coffee, they roast coffee: www.dereksips.com/
Byron's Hot Dogs, Chicago, Illinois (goo.gl/maps/wBgAwxLi7GSgywLu8) - Hot Dog “Dragged Through The Garden” - Price - $4.93 When you’re in Chicago you absolutely cannot miss the hot dogs - sometimes called the best hot dog city in the United States. Don’t miss a hot do Chicago style, or the name I like even better - dragged through the garden.
Johnnie's Beef, Elmwood Park, Illinois (goo.gl/maps/PstwC8D8TJKBQJ117) - Italian Beef - Price - $6.41 I can safely say a Chicago beef is one of my favorite foods in all of Chicago, the more juicy the better.
Jim's Original, Chicago, Illinois (goo.gl/maps/dQSLfwAaCiCSTWuW8) - Polish Sausage - Price - $6.20 Next up on this Chicago street food tour, we’re heading to the iconic Jim's Original, and their Polish sausages are extremely satisfying.
Harold's Chicken Shack, Chicago, Illinois (goo.gl/maps/iGcjvMgoW4JcLSLB9) - 25 Wings “Mild Sauce” - Price - $38.99 Thanks to my brother in law Derek for bringing us to his favorite fried chicken on earth - Harold's Chicken Shack, an institution in South Chicago.
Lem's Bar-B-Q, Chicago, Illinois (goo.gl/maps/bNcMMBXz9doYs7AR9) - Bucket of Tips, Ribs, Hot Links - Price - $105.99 for everything. Next up also in South Chicago we’re heading to Lem's Bar-B-Q, Chicago, known for their aquarium BBQ Chicago style. It’s absolutely delicious!
Thank you for joining me on this ultimate Chicago street food tour!
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@MarkWiens 7 ай бұрын

Chicago, what an amazing food city. Which one of these places is your favorite? Stay tuned for more Chicago food!

@chaitanyakiran2986 7 ай бұрын

Nawabi hyd biryani place Don's Dock Seafood Greek Islands Lombard

@ebonieortiz33 7 ай бұрын

Chicago Pizza Oven and Grinder Company..They are known for the upside down pizza

@alexpark8515 7 ай бұрын

I must visit

@lisacooper3669 7 ай бұрын

I love them all. I think it's a tie for the maxwell street polish and the Italian beef. My son eats at least one a week.

@ront.5968 7 ай бұрын

@MarkWiens you got to stop at Mr. Beef!

@tomklonoski176 7 ай бұрын

As a 40 year resident of the area, I think they chose five excellent places to represent iconic Chicago street food.

@WarrensWorld112 7 ай бұрын

Definetlt nailed it

@joebatters9438 6 ай бұрын

They forgot Gene n Jude’s

@USAMex00 6 ай бұрын

They should’ve gone to Garrets popcorn 🍿

@oryanstarr 6 ай бұрын

any other places you can recommend? i'm visiting next week!

@dicksuckley8102 6 ай бұрын

@@joebatters9438I love how gene and Jude’s slaps the fries all in one with the dog 🤤

@shannondore 6 ай бұрын

I like how respectful and nice Mark is to random people jumping in front of the camera to talk. He just let's them say what they want to say then he go's back to business. He's so sweet.💖

@Carolinas_SweetTea 6 ай бұрын

I know cause ol man just jumped in to tell his side real quick didn't he 😂😂 I waa like ummm dang 😮❤❤❤

@donaldblair1982 4 ай бұрын

Respect keeps you alive in Chicago. LOL.... Please remember that as you visit, please! Seriously, though!

@Jay-jb2vr 3 ай бұрын

How did he even survive this episode?? They call it "Chi-Raq" don't they??

@algorerhyth 20 күн бұрын

@@Jay-jb2vr thats why he brings a Black friend

@gonedeep43 6 ай бұрын

I grew up in Chicago. What makes Chicago so great when it comes to their food scene is the fact that there is so many cultures that bring their food to the table. Polish, Greek, Italian, Jewish and Black culture. It's amazing and delicious.

@pro_bh 5 ай бұрын

also Mexican, Indian, and Chinese…

@clarkgriswold5818 4 ай бұрын

@@pro_bh Indian food is awful. If you’ve had Texas or Cali Mexican you’d never touch Chicago Mexican.

@l_Hxmicide_l 4 ай бұрын

Puerto Rican food >>>>>

@cpmow831 4 ай бұрын

Definitely. You can take someone not from Chicago and ask “What kind of cuisine do you feel like?” Name a country anywhere in the world and within a 15-25 minute EL ride be there….and it’s 100% authentic. I went to Ethiopia in 2009 and the food at Ethiopian Diamond is just like I had there.

@clarkgriswold5818 4 ай бұрын

@@cpmow831 well that’s the same anywhere now. You can go to an Indian or Ethiopian or middle eastern food place anywhere now. But those aren’t traditional Chicago foods.

@godinezg24 6 ай бұрын

It’s about time someone does Chicago right ,.. nothing but OG places ❤ thanks for showing the spots in Chicago

@factsovertheyfeelings5303 4 ай бұрын

Frfr Iykyk 💪🏾

@Jay-jb2vr 3 ай бұрын

Chicago or "chi-raq" can't even do itself right

@kendricktaylor3386 7 ай бұрын

I traveled all over the world in the NAVY. I tell people all the time. There’s no other place that has better food than Chicago. I’m glad Mark Wiens was able to expose our delicious food and historic culture. Hats off to you bro @markwiens

@tivalan3483 7 ай бұрын

Couldn't disagree more

@tivalan3483 7 ай бұрын

Salad as a hot dog

@shoutingzombie 6 ай бұрын

Houston fasho

@TheLofiJazzCafe 6 ай бұрын

Most people have no idea. We're definitely spoiled!

@jasona9453 6 ай бұрын

Agreed. Thank you for your service. 🫡

@JackieRomain 7 ай бұрын

I love how Mark's brother in law just happens to be a serious foodie as well. I enjoyed learning his personal connection to and fond memories of each place. I had no idea how diverse and rich the food culture was in Chicago. Adding it to my travel destinations for food bucket list now!

@disguiseddv8ant486 7 ай бұрын

The issue that I have when looking at this video is how they viewed the white people junk food which is made from scratch from the bread roll to the preparation of the Italian Beef using a recipe. When they went to Bryon Hot Dogs and Jim's Polish it's still junk food but it's very quick and simple. But when he took him to the black area it's the stereotypical blacks and fried chicken that blacks at one point was trying to call whites "racist" for point that out. And we see a Harold's Chicken logo of a black man in a Santa suit chasing a terrified chicken with an axe. Then he took him to a bbq spot and there's more junk food with buckets of salty meats drenched in sauce, fries, and store bought loaf of white bread. And this is why blacks are number one in heart disease and diabetes.

@BriRabbit 7 ай бұрын

And this is only touching the surface. Our restaurant industry is AMAZING

@MR-ml2po 7 ай бұрын

There is food from everywhere around the world in Chicago. This barely scratches the surface of anything but shows some real classic stuff.

@Lpm920 6 ай бұрын

Everyone in Chicago is

@tierrabrown1200 6 ай бұрын

@@BriRabbitso true… these are definitely THE staples…BUT… this is only the surface. We have some the best of it all. Sit down steak houses, Mexican foods, pizza/Italian ect. I could go on and on. Chicago got it for the foodies 🥰🥰🥰🥰

@mrwelch5517 6 ай бұрын

It’s refreshing to see that you guys went far north and Deep South to review the food and didn’t need to add commentary about the neighborhoods. Definitely a true foodie spirit. There is good food all over this city and I am happy to see that you guys revealed that in this video. Bravo

@Jay-jb2vr 3 ай бұрын

Yea it's better to ignore the "obvious" especially in Chicago...or "Chi-raq" as the locals call it..

@quirawlins7376 4 ай бұрын

Mark has the best food reviews!!! His kindness and respect that he gives to every culture's traditions is amazing.

@yoseeev8306 7 ай бұрын

As a Chicagoan I forgot how blessed we are to enjoy this food. Can’t forget about our deep dish and tavern style pizza. Heck the Mexican food is so good that you take a small trip to Mexican flavor town straight from Windy City. Viva Chicago 🏙️

@N0t_p0p18 7 ай бұрын

we got some bomb mexican food out in aurora too

@jumanji70 7 ай бұрын

@@N0t_p0p18what places do you like in Aurora?

@Chibeagle 7 ай бұрын

no doubt. i moved to the west coast and really miss chicago italian beefs

@dhampiir2756 6 ай бұрын

I feel like the pizza here deserves its own episode... can't just go to one place

@bellairish2345 6 ай бұрын

@@N0t_p0p18on god we do 😩😩😩

@nherna51 7 ай бұрын

So happy to see you in my hometown Chicago!…What a start, the beef sandwich, the polish, the hot dog, chicken wings and barbecue are all synonymous to what Chicago is all about!….Thank you for highlighting Chicago which is still one of the greatest food cities in the world!….

@jakel3491 7 ай бұрын

Cant forget the irish food here in the south side this was probs the best vid ive seen tho i went to jims everytime i visted my brother at jst

@weedthepeople2795 6 ай бұрын

I lived in Chicago in the 90s and got hooked on Italian Beef sandwiches.....and you cant find them anywhere else but Chicago

@CHEVYSORCROWNS 6 ай бұрын

Been eating Harold's chicken since the mid 80s and I can taste it through video

@randykoss8746 6 ай бұрын

Nothing pleases me more than seeing a person enjoy a Italian Beef sandwich from Chicago for the first time! It's like witnessing your first kiss. Great Chicago series you hit all the staples.

@Cainvelasquez-hb2sd 4 ай бұрын

Finally someone went to all the right spots in Chicago!! From north to south

@LakeMeadows 7 ай бұрын

Shout out to Mark's brother in law Derek for taking him to some legendary Chit-town food spots. I've had the same food at these exact same locations growing up, and trust me. The food is exactly as good as described in this video. ✌️

@michaeladebanjo9765 7 ай бұрын

Straight heartburn 😅

@pattyswart3123 7 ай бұрын

Does he have a channel?! I lov him!

@miskittt 7 ай бұрын

yep

@Lpm920 6 ай бұрын

Those were some legendary spots. I like my wings with the lemon pepper and mild on the side. And I’m a JJ’s guy

@LakeMeadows 6 ай бұрын

@@Lpm920 J&Js is classic! The catfish dinners with extra hot sauce on tha side was my go to.

@Gee-sm8ni 6 ай бұрын

I should *NOT HAVE WATCHED* *THIS ON AN EMPTY* *STOMACH!* Every dish had my mouth watering. It built up to a Crescendo with Harold's Fried Chicken Them Lems BBQ. I'm tearing down someone's door this weekend.😋

@FrankSturgies 4 ай бұрын

Yoooo I was💨💨while watching dammit and harolds is closed

@justinekingmaker493 6 ай бұрын

As a Chicago native and fellow Foodie, Chicago truly is the Ultimate food destination city! I was blessed as a kid with a dad who loved introducing me to everything Chicago had to offer. As a native Canadian, my dad was totally mesmerized by all the amazing food that Chicago and the surrounding Chicagoland area had to offer. I have traveled all over the US and nowhere else am I able to find EXACTLY what I'm craving, whenever I'm craving it, than Chicago! From Chicago-style favorites to international goodies, Chicago has it all! Pizza (both kinds - and yes, Chicago has TWO kinds!), hot dogs, Italian beef, popcorn, ribs, cinnamon rolls (Ann Sathers), Tamales, and so many other neighborhood favorites! The one thing people tend to forget with a "Chicago Style" hot dog, it's not just the toppings but it's the Weiner! It HAS to be a Vienna brand all beef, natural casing hot dog...that Snaps when you bite it!

@superNowornever 6 ай бұрын

Mark needs to collab with Derek more often; they are a great pair/duo. This has been one of my favorite series.

@philbluntz8479 7 ай бұрын

Folks Chicago has the best food in all the USA hands down. I’ve eaten in all the big cities I PROMISE Chicago has anything and everything you can want. Mark did a great job showing you some iconic Chicago staples and there’s still so much more. Mexican,Puerto Rican,Italian! I can go on for days!! Don’t forget Chicago thin crust tavern style pizza it’s the best!!

@blvdnights1908 7 ай бұрын

Yes! Tavern style is the real Chicago pizza. Chicago food is definitely the best city to eat in North America.

@fliptaktikz 7 ай бұрын

im from chicago and that is a very false statement lol

@djgrapedrank7992 7 ай бұрын

nyc got you beat easily

@922Virgo 7 ай бұрын

I’m in Boston 😂 I can only DREAM of this good food 😢❤

@blvdnights1908 7 ай бұрын

@fliptaktikz Which part that's a false statement to you?

@rosetheauracle 6 ай бұрын

Lem's rib tips are unmatched on the Southside! ❤

@moorrie2832 6 ай бұрын

My Dad was stationed in Chicago during the war, and he fell in love with the Church Greater Harvest, The people and the food as a child every year we would be there to worship but nothing could beat our expectations like Gladys' and the amazing street food, and I should also mention formal dining, my dad never wanted us to be slaves to hamburgers and fries, we had to learn to read the menus, and order accordingly, we never had a problem with Chicago only the winters, we would stay home, to this day and things have changed, but Chicago will always be my second home. I love Chicago and your food. Mauh!!!!!!

@brianhoch1269 6 ай бұрын

As a Chicago native, I can confirm , sounds made while eating these foods are in fact 100% real and true to fact.... 😋😆🤙

@drunkfoodnetwork 6 ай бұрын

Agree

@MrBWEST32 6 ай бұрын

As a Chicago native I can second that!!!

@jarvisfrederick4315 6 ай бұрын

Sounds bias but I'm not doubting it. I say that because new Yorkers and people from Detroit say the same things

@derekslegr8815 6 ай бұрын

Gunshots?

@hustlewnemgt1128 6 ай бұрын

100% 😂😂😂

@lesliesawyer4640 7 ай бұрын

My husband grew up in Chicago, in Hyde Park. He greatly enjoyed this video. He said he never thought of it, but yes an Italian beef (he says not smart to just take the word of a local who orders it dry) should be so soggy it is a challenge to eat, and seeing the soaked french fries everywhere reminded him how much he loved sloppy joes as a kid, and how he thinks it so perverse that some recipes for them give you a sandwich you can pick up and eat with your hands. As for Harold's, he says he and his friends loved not so much the wings and mild sauce, but light and dark meat with hot sauce, very hot and vinegary, and unlike other battered fried chicken, with a lovely thin crust that did not struggle between being gooey, doughy, or like a wet brick. (He says their Harold's was on E 53rd, with a moving neon sign). It greasy and often took a toll the day after, but much like the alcohol splurges that usually brought on the Harold's attack, offered a unique and colorful experience worth the pain. I can easily see how those who relied on Harold's as a staple rather than a thrill would prefer the mild sauce.

@aaronbrown0417 7 ай бұрын

I was pissed off when dude said he gets his beef dry...I was like dude who raised you lmao

@stevenprice8253 6 ай бұрын

53rd St Harold's is one of the best. Unfortunately, the restaurants are independently owned, and the quality of food is inconsistent from place to place.

@PWiz30 Ай бұрын

Ordering a beef dry is like ordering a well done ribeye with a side of ketchup.

@shapondajimerson9817 6 ай бұрын

I love his excitement about trying food. Mark tried Southside establishments and I loved it.

@CartLine6 6 ай бұрын

I love when Derek has the time to do food vlogs with Mark!

@dezorabrunson3721 7 ай бұрын

I want to go to Chicago just to eat food ❤

@WonLotto100M 7 ай бұрын

It’s about to get Cold there… hurry up

@shakarussanders9911 7 ай бұрын

Go in the spring you will have a great time! 👍

@Deltahairlines82 7 ай бұрын

Wear a vest

@tobywarner7902 6 ай бұрын

one of my nephews came here from California he said i don't wanna go home I was like why not he said because i ate the best food I even had here we do have a variety of good food restaurants here...

@krystingrant6292 6 ай бұрын

DO IT but in the summer time

@jason1198 7 ай бұрын

I’m a Chicagoan and we are one of the country’s best food city, thank you Mark for stopping by our Windy City for some amazing food!

@alexs1429 7 ай бұрын

Facts there’s everything here in Chicago, so you honestly can never get bored of trying new food and experiencing new cultures

@Ryannhawkins88 7 ай бұрын

We definitely is ❤

@jorgerebollo3066 7 ай бұрын

Best pizza in the world even better than overrated pizza from Italy.

@jamesstringfellew679 7 ай бұрын

@@Ryannhawkins88 facts

@Devilsfan-pd8ov 7 ай бұрын

@@jorgerebollo3066pump the brakes on that one

@benniewalker933 3 ай бұрын

Chicago has the best food in the WORLD!!! Born and raised in the best City!!

@alejandrodominguez5065 6 ай бұрын

ONE THING I LVE ABOUT MARK’S HUMBLENESS, IS HIS ADAPTATION TO ANY SITUATION, I MEAN, IF ARENT SEAT TO ENJOY THE FOOD, DOESNT MATTER, HE EATS STAND UP, IF HE CANNOT FILM INSIDE THE KITCHENS, DOESNT MATTER, HE ENJOY ANYWAY THE FOOD!!! LOVE YOU MARK WIENS!!!

@ericmckinney4607 7 ай бұрын

I love Marks enthusiasm. He is like a little kid in a candy store.

@davidmccollough9172 6 ай бұрын

As a Chicago native, when I tell you this is the most accurate video ever made when it comes to Chicago style food...I mean that with everything I've got...you can't show me a better video than this...he got the right guy to show him the city like frfr...I want a Chicago street food pt2 now...show em the fried sea food over at goose Island shrimp house!!

@DontDooTooMuch 6 ай бұрын

Yes!! Facts.

@davontehall7489 6 ай бұрын

Yes goose island fish & chips

@mlbchanged1 5 ай бұрын

Goose Island!!! Oh yes!!

@soni3617 6 ай бұрын

Born and raised in Chicago and we do have the best food hands down you can never go wrong 💯

@Queen-ConsciousYa 5 ай бұрын

So true and NOLA is probably our only competition in the states lol

@Monaedeezy 5 ай бұрын

@@Queen-ConsciousYaI agree 100 percent, Nola got it real good!! I want to give them the medal.

@1stimperial 6 ай бұрын

Definitely picked 5 great Chicago restaurants and 5 perfect street foods that represent true Chicagoans well.

@CrudeCulinary 7 ай бұрын

Mark's appreciation for food that he radiates is absolutely inspiring! No matter where he is around the world, he is in bliss if he's around food!

@MarkWiens 7 ай бұрын

Thank you for your support and encouraging words!

@markkibedi8051 7 ай бұрын

npc

@ZOTyoutube247 7 ай бұрын

@@MarkWiensMark will you please come to Canada try some Poutine come to Ottawa the Capital of Canada I love your food videos Mark my name is Philip Quintong

@ZOTyoutube247 7 ай бұрын

@@MarkWiensOttawa is my hometown my city Ottawa is the Capital of Canada

@Glad2BGolden 6 ай бұрын

Thank you for visiting the Chicago Southside. Videos like this contribute to the economy by bringing much needed tourism.

@Jay-jb2vr 3 ай бұрын

Nah, too dangerous 💯

@RYZMinistries Ай бұрын

I love the joy of your brother in law every time he takes a bite of one of the meals.

@rocklive23 6 ай бұрын

Loving this Chicago series, live here and never had a pork chop chop sandwich until seeing this. Hit a couple of these spots over the weekend and they were all packed, a lot of out of state license plates too, I think it's the Mark Wiens effect. Thanks Mark!

@noahlomax1 7 ай бұрын

I"m glad you've had the Chicago food experience. Chicagoans tell folks almost all the time that you'll have a true foodie experience here. We mean that. From local digs to 5-star restaurants Downtown, you'll go through ethnic foods (Asian, African, Italian, many more European, Mexican, Puerto Rican, Jamaican, Haitian, Bahamian and of course Soul Food), pizza spots, steak spots, hot dog/polish spots and all manners of bars to wash the food down with. I've been to 23 other States and many cities, nothing compares to Chicago food.

@noahlomax1 6 ай бұрын

@@StrigWilson Both included in Asian and African cuisines.

@Queen-ConsciousYa 5 ай бұрын

Man please go to Southside African Restaurant 😭😭they have the best Egusi I’ve ever tasted so far. Where is the Bahamian and Haitian restaurants??? 👀 👀

@noahlomax1 5 ай бұрын

@@Queen-ConsciousYa The Haitian and Bahamian spots are both up north. Rogers Park-esque.

@prepared2020 7 ай бұрын

I moved from Chicago a few years ago and what I miss the most is the food. I’ve been to all of those places. I would add one more to the list and that is greektown gyros. Good job representing chicago street food well!

@SupremeGon 7 ай бұрын

Man do I love how these are all the normal go to spots when out of towners visit the city but I feel like people always miss out on the Chicago Gyros. They are so uniquely their own and a staple of the city as much as everything else shown in the video.

@krystingrant6292 6 ай бұрын

Omg i know its painful like me and NJ great food boom moved to NY trassssssh

@capstar633 5 ай бұрын

35 years later: I STILL miss Chicago food!!

@comeon6811 6 ай бұрын

Johnnies Beef rules! My family has been going there for 65 years, and it never fails 🥰

@papagal1139 6 ай бұрын

When he started dancing at LEMS……… Baby yes it makes you dance.

@jonward6763 7 ай бұрын

We love you, Mark! Thank you for shining your platform on some of Chicagoland’s diverse food selections. You and your family are world class!🇺🇸

@MarkWiens 7 ай бұрын

Thank you very much, we had an amazing time in Chicago!

@WonLotto100M 7 ай бұрын

@@MarkWienswhats the relation to your brother in law ?

@dottiedavis5197 7 ай бұрын

He is married to Mark’s sister

@moimi1117 7 ай бұрын

Oh!!!!wow see you at Chicago in USA there amazing and friend very good mrak's

@ZOTyoutube247 7 ай бұрын

@@MarkWienscome to Canada Mark come to Ottawa the Capital of Canada

@kimberlyhayes653 7 ай бұрын

Love the charisma of Derek! You both were great together.

@globalpioneer247 6 ай бұрын

I’m a Chicago native. Been around the world and ABSOLUTELY NO PLACE COMPARES TO OUR FOOD!! When I’m home, I have to make the food circuit! Thanks for highlighting the Chi😍🥰

@user-pq9fm2hk9n 6 ай бұрын

NEW ORLEANS FOOD DEFINITELY TASTE BETTER THAN CHICAGO FOOD AND IM FROM CHICAGO WEST SIDE

@Prod1jbtc 6 ай бұрын

@@user-pq9fm2hk9nAgreed, New Orleans has way better food and I live right outside Chicago.

@JoeyTeam31 6 ай бұрын

So as a caribean fo you recommend me to travel to Chicago just for the food? 😂🤫

@cobrakainevereverdies6940 6 ай бұрын

See 1 thing, that I used to love about Chicago food = The cost You couldn't compare to how cheap the food used to be, to back up how great it is. NOW, I gotta make a down payment on a car.........just to eat tasty foods. BTW New Orleans can have alllllll the food they want. It can taste better - They do NOT have more exclusives then Chicago and random note - Los Angeles has some of thee WORST FOOD !!!!!!!!!!!!! If it's not a "chain", it won't be remotely good.

@MikeyBee- 6 ай бұрын

I’m from St. Louis and we drive up just to eat y’all’s food lol

@andrewwatts6974 Ай бұрын

The pure joy of the first bite of Italian beef 😂❤

@Angelica71771 6 ай бұрын

There is no one I enjoy watching more than Mark Wiens eat!! Omg all that great Chicago food. So excited you were in Chicago Mark!! Always humble and I love your channel.

@denisefarmer366 4 ай бұрын

How does he eat so much food in one day?!

@tww15tube 7 ай бұрын

You and your brother in law make a great team! Excellent chemistry

@s.l.9959 6 ай бұрын

Derek said, "I've missed you so much!" I literally died laughing.

@paulwilliam8176 4 ай бұрын

That bbq had me drooling 😂

@sirkenn 7 ай бұрын

Love these US episodes with your brother in law. He is a great guest host.

@philhelton5302 6 ай бұрын

This made me miss home and I was just there last month. I’m glad someone finally did a legit food review in the city. These are the real Chicago staples!

@Jay-jb2vr 3 ай бұрын

And the homicides too...

@ALT-HEX 6 ай бұрын

Mark has the best face reactions. Thanks for highlighting our city's food. So proud to be a Chicagoan.

@tsnod77 6 ай бұрын

The aroma from Jim’s is legendary in Chicago! it hits you from miles away! It’s no way you can pass it without stopping n getting food from there!!! 😂

@gcrew13 7 ай бұрын

Derrick is a great eating partner… a natural

@GMan-pi4or 7 ай бұрын

I remember about 20 years ago we had a couple customers come into Chicago from Oklahoma City for a few days. These guys were straight out of central casting and were both about 6'5" and 280 pounds and loved to eat. Before I dropped them off at Midway Airport for their flight back home I took them to the Portillos on Archer & Harlem for lunch. I did the ordering and got them each a few hot dogs and a couple Italian Beef/Sausage combos with sweet peppers. I thought they were going to miss their flight because they didn't want to leave LOL! They were both saying man if they opened one of these back home the lines would be out the door. Food is the great connector amongst us all.

@TheRealJPhillips 6 ай бұрын

I have a Cuban friend who's father would travel the world because of his occupation. He said HANDS DOWN that Chicago has the BEST food in the world. He said THE WORLD, folks. 👍🏾🔥💯

@tanyajarrett7233 6 ай бұрын

In my opinion Chicago is in the top 3 but New Orleans is the best in world to me

@user-pq9fm2hk9n 6 ай бұрын

@@tanyajarrett7233DEFINITELY NEW ORLEANS

@AnnalynMosqueda 6 ай бұрын

Nah that’s cap he never came to Cali that’s why

@virtuousAssassain 6 ай бұрын

⁠⁠@@AnnalynMosqueda been to cali and y’all don’t have anything like Harold’s much less mild sauce so it’s a chop

@blah1075 6 ай бұрын

@@virtuousAssassaincali can’t even keep they stores open much less make better food than Chicago lol

@rocstarriveran0fa1h22 6 ай бұрын

Love mark and his personality genuinely a genuine kind soul

@harkra 7 ай бұрын

Please do more video's with him. So chill. Pretty sure the juicy beef blew Mark's brain.

@NCMJOEL 7 ай бұрын

Is this a TV show. Damn the production is soooo goood

@taraholland4690 7 ай бұрын

I started watching the earlier videos. You eating intestines with fecal stuff still in there....thank goodness you've moved up to clean tube of beef. ..love you all.❤

@MN12warbird 6 ай бұрын

I saw that bite too. He bout melted in his head

@ChiTown326 7 ай бұрын

Good to see Mark in the hoods I grew up in and navigated throughout my life. This one is special to me Mark. Great choices on the food and your brother-in-law Derek created a “W” for showing people the main thing. That main thing is that Chicago is not Chi-raq especially if you’re a civilian minding your business not trying to be a so called “street “ person. Nobody cares. You have to watch your back everywhere in the world. Chicago is cool. Of course be mindful of your surroundings, but you can go anywhere. Chicago is a great place with a majority of great people. Come and have some great food and fun in my hometown. Love

@EnterTheReign_777 6 ай бұрын

Mark in the trenches 😂 you know exactly where he at

@robertlevy9412 4 ай бұрын

Mark, Thanks so much for your excellent and exceptional video travelogues . As a native Chicagoan you hit the top of the top ! Lem's is truly, No. 1 and the experience must be had by any visitor Most folks don't understand that ribs or tips that are smoked , and actually NOT fall for the bone are REAL quality ribs - not pre-cooked and boiled. Lem's knows and the smoker they have is their way to cook them. Again, thanks for the terrific tour and say hi to your Bro-In-Law; he knows the real Chicago ! Jonnies and Chicago Dogs are also some of the best around !! Thanks and keep ups the great work.

@shalanesworld 6 ай бұрын

I have been waiting for him to come here out of all the places he’s gone to, and he finally made it!!!! One thing Chicago got is good food!!!!!

@JenCole2107 6 ай бұрын

I love when Derek has the time to do food vlogs with Mark! ❤ Y'all vibe very well together. Everything looks so good!

@ivoryfyall2398 6 ай бұрын

😂😂😂❤❤

@GRN764 7 ай бұрын

Derek should be a full time co-host. You guys are great together and he’s very likable.

@JointKingh 6 ай бұрын

He annoys me actually a little … always looks hungry like chill my ninja stop staring at the food and taking big bites .. the food ain’t going nowhere

@brandonellis8111 6 ай бұрын

I thought it was forrests auto review

@tobywarner7902 6 ай бұрын

Uncle Remus Chicken also

@tobywarner7902 6 ай бұрын

What about our Pizza come on now...

@27two 6 ай бұрын

@@JointKingh D1 hater lmao

@iusetheforks 6 ай бұрын

I grew up next to johnnies. I’m so happy that my favorite food KZfaqr is getting to try my local food! Hope you had a great time, Mark

@shirleyallen7374 6 ай бұрын

Chicago has the Greatest food in America. I've traveled east, west, north and south. Nothing compare. Italian beef, Gyros, Chinese, Jew town polishes, Harold's, and more. Food from every ethnicity. And no one can beat Garrett popcorn. Lived all my life in Chicago. Retired and moved to warmer climate. I so miss Chicago.💞

@lordhave4420 2 ай бұрын

Bmore has the best food

@LCAllday-ye3rf 7 ай бұрын

MY City, I grew up on Harolds, Leon's BBQ, Lem's and Taurus steak sandwich Mmmm. ChiTown has the BEST of BEST food hands down!!!

@adrienneflowersscott9290 Ай бұрын

All the best. I grew up on those too. 😋

@Zaiden3659 2 күн бұрын

Leon’s off cottage was on point the smell man I miss it

@benjaminstarks4071 9 сағат бұрын

@@Zaiden3659can't forget about home of the hoagy on 111th. Best steak sandwiches.

@jingcc0121 7 ай бұрын

So glad you got to experience Chicago street food! It’s comfort food for us Chicagoans. Cheap eats that just warms your heart. Thanks for showcasing our street foods!!

@catherinem8558 4 ай бұрын

I just found this channel and I’m shocked, BEST FOOD CHANNEL ON THE INTERNET!!!

@markorodriguez1277 4 ай бұрын

Every time I watch your videos I get so hungry my friend 😅thank you Mark for your great work

@Mannythefoodie 7 ай бұрын

I go to Chicago every year and every time I go I like trying new spots! I’ll be in Chicago in 2 weeks and I’m going to all these places.

@trashtalker-oz8vo 3 ай бұрын

Did u try the places?

@kallen2377 7 ай бұрын

I’m from the area and I am truly happy to see you do Chicago. I’ve been to all of those places many times and I’m elated to see you showcase them.

@colleenmartinez7494 6 ай бұрын

Maxwell's will always be my favorite! Don't get me wrong I love a good Chicago Italian beef! But Maxwell's pork chop sandwich is so delicious! Thanks for bringing light to a few of our Chicago food staples!❤

@maryaustin3740 6 ай бұрын

I went from drooling 🤤 to crying😢I want some of everything I’d pay to go on this tour

@delgadogarces 7 ай бұрын

Thank you so much for visiting Chicago! Great to see you try the best classic street food in Chicago. We have badass Mexican food from different parts of Mexico.

@MN12warbird 6 ай бұрын

Long live the elotes man

@AdamAlexanderPhoto 7 ай бұрын

Found your channel back in 2015 while living in Chicago and planning a month long trip to Thailand. Your videos made our trip in Thailand and the food we ate a memory I will cherish forever. Love to see you make it to Chicago and highlight some of the iconic street food. Cheers Mark! 🌶️

@independencestnola 6 ай бұрын

I love when you bring Derek along!

@kingofchicago7414 5 ай бұрын

NOBODY HAS A BETTER VARIETY OF CLSSIC/ICONIC FOOD THAN MY HOME CITY CHICAGO HANDS DOWN & HE WASN'T DRIPPING IN GREASE HE WAS DRIPPING IN JUICE‼️

@actuallowroller 7 ай бұрын

This channel is so enjoyable because of the absolute contentment and joy you see when you eat. It's FANFRIGGINTASTIC.

@brendanmejorada1039 6 ай бұрын

Welcome to Chicago! As someone who has worked at Portillo's, to remember what comes on a Chicago hot dog, they taught us MR TOPPS: Mustard, Relish, Tomatoes, Onion, Pickle, Pepper, Salt. Hope this helps!!

@ryannale1882 4 ай бұрын

Well!!!! Thanks a friggin lot!! U made me so hungry, and missing Chi-town. Lol. I miss the food sooooo much. Loved seeing you appreciate the food.

@MELZFANCLUB 6 ай бұрын

Aww man. You guys went to all the best spots. I might have to drive out to Johnnies right now! I can taste it through the screen

@uhoh4218 7 ай бұрын

Initially, I was questioning your BIL's picks. I'm southside, so Jim's and Johnnie's aren't the go-to places. But then...you jumped to Cal Park for the Harold's and then 75th for the LEM'S!!! Lem's actually brought tears to my eyes and reminded me of better times. Thanks for the trip down memory lane.

@emilywynstra 7 ай бұрын

As a native Illinoian....having an obligatory huge pile of fries as a component of each meal was SO on point 😂🍟

@WonLotto100M 7 ай бұрын

I knew peeps from Chi-town were Chicagoan but never knew what the others were called TY

@emilywynstra 7 ай бұрын

@@WonLotto100M you betcha! 😅💕

@black-boy520 7 ай бұрын

😄@@emilywynstra

@latoniasain6482 6 ай бұрын

Born & raised in Chicago and I would have to agree we do have some good food

@compka93 4 ай бұрын

I remember when those Polishes was 1.50. They are so good and the pork chops are also good. I have eaten at every one of these places and all of them are excellent.

@darrylpugh55 6 ай бұрын

I moved here 3 years ago, from Baltimore. I tell everyone who asks me how I like it here: "If you are bored or hungry here, it's your own fault!" When I say almost EVERYTHING comes with fries...😂😂..I'm not kidding! I ordered fries, and it came with fries 😂! The mild sauce is a staple, but it reminds me of the mumbo sauce made famous in DC (I don't have to have it honestly, but to each his own). There are so many great places to eat in Chicago, and it's surrounding suburbs. Great episode because you risked your life in some of those locations 😂

@garsocks 6 ай бұрын

Love it, as an overweight Chicagoian, you're right it's a foodie city. And Johnnies....much 💕

@karencladere8997 6 ай бұрын

That "beef" sandwich had me drooling😅. I want to visit Chicago one of these days.

@andreinahernandez5304 3 ай бұрын

Omg! I love every minute of this video! I will be there in few weeks! Thank you sooo much for this amazing reviews! Can't wait!

@tofu_golem 6 ай бұрын

The Chicago-style hotdog is something I tried on my first day in Chicago and I instantly fell in love. It's not a real beef if you get it dry. It's depression era wedding food. When the bread gets wet with the au jus, it kind of satisfies like meat. Best way to eat: get a side salad instead of fries. Eat the beef directly over the salad. Whatever falls out of your sandwich will make the salad better.

@jonathanmarquez268 6 ай бұрын

YES! Gotta get it dipped

@palaceofwisdom9448 6 ай бұрын

It pained me when he referred to the au jus as "grease". An Italian beef is actually a pretty healthy meal, lots of protein and much less fat than dogs or burgers.

@deemaverick987 3 ай бұрын

I was a 12/13 year old the first time I had one. Came to Chicago when I was 10, we did not eat outside of our home. I thought here they make hots here like a hamburger, I was hooked.

@icerag 7 ай бұрын

Congratulations Mark for surpassing the big 10M! Unbelievable!

@PhoeFireaga 5 ай бұрын

You showcased iconic Chicago foods in such fun, genuine, and captivating ways! We appreciate it! Please do come back!

@buckethead5803 Ай бұрын

Got to say you were taken to some of the best real deal places. Whoever planned this trip out 👍 good job!

@chicagorillaz1741 7 ай бұрын

Thanks for shining a light on the city!! You definitely got an authentic taste of Chicago ❤

@tiawilliams4461 7 ай бұрын

Awe man, Chicago is full of mouth watering delights, I was born in Chicago but grew up in the suburbs, but that Chicago style of fast food is available in the areas close by as well, not as good as directly in the city, but enough to kill a craving, honestly though, I feel like Chicago has some of the best food in the country 37:49

@naomih4410 6 ай бұрын

🤤 can’t go wrong with South Side Chi-town gems 😋

@TheKCFishPage 4 ай бұрын

Harold's Chicken shack looks Fire !!!!!!!!

@chareyj1506 7 ай бұрын

To go to these restaurants you had to be born and raised in Chicago!! This is the first video I've ever seen foodies visit some of the best Chi-Town restaurants in the city !! ❤

@edbe7385 6 ай бұрын

Kudos to Derek for taking you to the right places. Mark love all your videos was nice to see you hit my home town.

@tak_tak62 5 ай бұрын

Im more impressed they ate all that food in 1 day 😂 and I love Marks reactions to his first bite lol. Thank you for introducing me to the ribs place too. I will be going there this weekend cuz those ribs look toooooo delicious!!