The Real Restaurant Behind The Original Beef of 'The Bear': Mr. Beef in River North – NBC Chicago
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A Chicago legend, whose Italian beef sandwich shop inspired 'The Bear,' has died : NPR
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The Bear' Inspired a Chicago Chef's $31 Wagyu Italian Beef With Raclette Whiz - Eater Chicago
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The Real Restaurant Behind The Original Beef of 'The Bear': Mr. Beef in River North – NBC Chicago
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The Definitive Guide to Restaurants Featured in 'The Bear
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Mr. Beef owner on the success of 'The Bear
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Where to find the beef you see in The Bear- Lonely Planet
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The Definitive Guide to Restaurants Featured in 'The Bear
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The Bear' Effect: Chicago Restaurants Featured In Show See Traffic Skyrocket
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Mr. Beef on Orleans: The inspiration for 'The Bear' on Hulu
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Mr. Beef on Orleans: The inspiration for 'The Bear' on Hulu
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Is The Bear Based on a True Story?
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Mr. Beef on Orleans: The inspiration for 'The Bear' on Hulu