text: I had heard about Portillos and even though I lived in Chicago for a year or two I had never tried it I love Italian beef sandwiches though so I was pumped to try this place That said I would not order the Italian beef without the sausage Adding the sausage knocked the flavor several notches I also tossed some cheese on there It was greatnnI thought the fires were disappointing I did however enjoy the set up and overall feel of the restaurant I would definitely go back I would like to try some of their other menu items The options were quite extensive