
The Original Chickies Beef is coming to Melrose Park.
Since 1962, Chickies has been serving up the kind of Chicago food people grew up on — homemade Italian beef, hotdogs with hand cut fries, and homemade pizza. Now we’re bringing that same neighborhood flavor and family tradition to the community of Melrose Park! The grills are heating up, the recipes are ready, and we can’t wait to open our doors soon.

At Chickies Beef, the menu is all about bold flavor, homemade recipes, and classic Chicago comfort food done the right way. From their legendary Italian beef sandwiches piled high with thin-sliced beef and rich gravy to their famous homemade hot peppers, every item is crafted with the same quality and tradition that has made Chickies a local favorite for decades.
Guests can also expect crispy hand-cut fries, juicy sandwiches, fresh sides, Italian ice, our signature cannoli shake other favorites that bring together the authentic flavors of old-school Chicago. Whether you like your beef dipped, dry, sweet, or hot, Chickies delivers the kind of satisfying meal that keeps generations of customers coming back.
More than just a quick bite, Chickies menu is a celebration of Chicago food culture — homemade, flavorful, and made with pride since 1962.

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