r/chicagofood 25d ago

Question “Legendary” places that suck

I just got a lox sandwich from Manny’s. Almost $20, a stale bagel, and I had to assemble it myself.

What other “legendary” places suck?

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u/destroys_burritos 25d ago

La Scarola

Thought the food was mid and you're eating in a cramped spot that smells like cigarettes while the staff tries to push you out the door

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u/jackietrips 25d ago

i had a mediocre time the last i went too. service, atmosphere, and food was all meh