Myron & Phil's is a steak and seafood house on the far North side. It's also something of a time-machine, taking you back to the mid 1950s as soon as you walk in the door.
I've probably been there 3 dozen times throughout my life. It has always been something of a "special-event" place for Jewish families in nearby neighborhoods. I have fond feelings for the chopped liver, onions, pickled tomatoes, dill pickles, and marinated peppers that are served with a variety of breads as soon as you're seated.
M&P's is best for steak and chops, plain and simple. There's really not much else going on. The NY Strip, skirt steak, veal chop, and others are always excellent cuts of meat cooked perfectly. What seems lacking these days at M&Ps is the rest of the meal. The salads are predictable, the sides are bland, and there's really no reason to stay for dessert. In spite of that, I always look forward to dinner there.M&P's has plenty of atmosphere (check out the wall of celebrities on the way in), a nice kitchy bar, friendly service, great steaks, and a general old-school-supper-club feel.
If you're ever in the neighborhood and are looking for a good steak and feel like experiencing a Chicago classic original, check out Myron & Phil's at 3900 W. Devon (east of Pulaski), 847-677-6663. Valet parking (free), no reservations.
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