For fans craving for more after the final season, these restaurants and delis have got you covered<\/p>\n
The Bear may have served its last course, but viewers can still satisfy their hunger for Italian-style sandwiches. Here are some favorite spots cooking up classic Chicago flavors across L.A.<\/p>\n
Eastside Italian Deli<\/a><\/p>\n If you are searching for a sandwich actually inspired by The Bear, then look no further to Eastside Italian Deli, a former marketplace-turned-deli located in the Victor Heights neighborhood. The staff at the nearly 100-year-old deli were captivated by the series and made their own sandwich named \u201cThe Bear Special Chicago Style Beef.\u201d<\/a><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Gino\u2019s East of Chicago<\/a><\/p>\n Gino\u2019s East of Chicago was originally founded in the Windy City in 1966. The restaurant brought its authentic tastings to the San Fernando Valley in 2019. Named \u201cBest Pizza\u201d by L.A. Times readers two years in a row, Gino\u2019s East is known for its deep-dish pizza and popular Italian beef sandwiches.<\/p>\n Scroll to continue reading<\/p>\n Pearl\u2019s Red Hots<\/a><\/p>\n For tasty Chi-town eats, including 100% Vienna Beef hot dogs and Italian beef sandwiches topped with hot giardiniera, visit Pearl\u2019s Red Hots in Studio City. The Hot Tuna Sandwich, BBQ Beef Sandwich and Firebird Grilled Chicken are other staples on the menu.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Portillo\u2019s<\/a><\/p>\n A Chicago classic, Portillo\u2019s brings authentic flavors close to home in Buena Park. Their slow-roasted Italian beef and famous chocolate cake are fan favorites. The chain started out as single hot dog stand in Villa Park, Illinois in the 1960s known as \u201cThe Dog House\u201d and now has more than 70 locations throughout the U.S.<\/p>\n A Cut Above<\/a><\/p>\n A Cut Above Butcher Shop, located in Santa Monica, offers locally sourced, pasture-raised meats, and a variety of deli sandwiches.\u00a0Chef and owner Eddy Shin previously served as the executive chef of Primitivo Wine Bistro, and his other experiences include Nick & Stef\u2019s Steakhouse and the Patina Group.<\/p>\n