Cal’s Chicago Style Eatery

January 12, 2015Katie

 

Cal’s has re-opened and moved and I’ve updated the new address below.


 

Sometime over Christmas break, and before Mr. Wonderful and I switched over to trying to get back to a reasonably healthy eating style, we indulged one day at this place around the corner from us.

Cal’s Chicago Style Eatery.

Located in the space that was previously Steve’s Ribs on Hefner Road, we found that Cal has recently moved to town and like most transplanted natives from Chicago, missed hometown food favorites.

I can sympathize Cal. I lived near Chicago for 2 years and miss the deep dish and stuffed pizza immensely!  Gimme some Gino’s East sausage stuffed pizza and I can die happy.

You won’t find pizza on the menu at Cal’s however, as his in-laws are the owners of All-American pizza and therefore, as any wise son-in-law would do, he won’t compete with dear old dad-in-law.

Smart move Cal!

The decor at Cal’s is the shell of what was Steve’s Ribs, but there is now a mix of what I call mobster/sports diner decor.  You’ll find pictures of vintage Wrigley Field, Michael Jordan, and even a Soprano’s street sign.

Cal's Chicago Style Eatery Interior

So what kind of Chicago-style food exactly are we talking about if not the famous pizza?  You can take a glance at the menu if you like, but basically, burgers, dogs, including the neon green slathered Chicago dog, meatball subs, Polish and Italian Sausages in a bun, and Italian Beef or Italian Beef and Sausage subs topped with hot Giardiniera peppers on a fresh toasted hoagie.   There are also a few offerings like gyros and Philly sandwiches as well.

I couldn’t resist the Chicago dog.  And get this…for the side, I got pickle fries.

Chicago dog Cal's Chicago Eatery

Yes you heard me. Pickle fries.

Photo Dec 20, 3 18 19 PM

I must admit, if you’re a pickle or fried pickle fan (for those of you from the north, some of our Sonics carries flat round pickle fries also), and us pickle fans happen to adore them, you’ll LOVE these.

The dog was spot on and made, as Chicagoan’s refer to as “dragged through the garden” – 100% beef hot dog, diced tomatoes, onions, that neon sweet style green “atomic” relish, mustard, sport peppers and a kosher pickle spear on a steamed poppy seed bun.  This is classic hotdog at its best ya’ll. If you haven’t tried a Chicago dog, head on over to Cal’s and try it. Deliciousness.

Mr. Wonderful ordered the Classic Philly – which came out as your choice of shredded steak or chicken (he got steak), grilled green peppers, mushrooms, onions, cooked with Cal’s signature sauce and topped with melted mozzarella cheese.

The man was happy.

This was a big man’s sandwich. I am not calling Mr. Wonderful fat, mind you, it’s just a hefty sandwich. Men will love it. He got onion rings as his side.  Honestly, everyone has their own favorite onion ring. I prefer the ones with bread crumbs over this battered type but they were hot and fresh.

Classic Philly Steak Sandwich Cal's Chicago Eatery

Other sides at Cal’s include corn dogs, jalapeno poppers and mozzarella sticks.

If you’re looking for a really good sandwich or dog, head over to Cal’s and try his place out!

Cal’s Chicago Style Eatery

7005 NW Expressway
Oklahoma City, OK 73132
405-730-6063
website and menu

Need help finding your way to Cal’s Chicago Style Eatery? Here’s a map to help!

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6 Comments

  • linda

    January 12, 2015 at 9:00 pm

    I just wanted to add, I have been a few times now. I'm from northern Illinois so I couldn't wait for Cal's to open. All I have ordered to this point is the Italian beef. While it might not be the perfect replica, it is delicious. My first thought on the big chucks of veggies for the giardiniera was "oh no', but they were the perfect consistency and tasted good. The sliced beef is the best i've had in OKC for someone trying to replicate the sandwich. They will even "dip" it for you, and since they use a good bun, it all works very well!! Kudos Cal And thank you!! (the italian sausage is excellent as well)
    1. Katie

      January 13, 2015 at 11:15 am

      linda - thanks for the input! I tried to talk my hub into ordering the Italian beef...he wasn't in the mood! Good to know!
  • Paul Garcia

    January 13, 2015 at 10:52 pm

    I've been very curious about Cal's and now I know I need to pay him a visit...an soon! I was disappointed when I suddenly saw Steve's had closed but Cal's seems to be a worthy replacement. I'll let you know how it goes.
    1. Katie

      January 14, 2015 at 2:44 pm

      Paul Garcia - Let me know what you think!
  • Deb

    December 3, 2016 at 4:37 pm

    What happened to Cal's??? Cal's was great since we too are transplants from NW burbs and miss our old Hippo's in Hoffman Estates and Foxy's in Wheeling. We loved the Chi dogs and the Italian Beef! We missing a Chi treat!
    1. Katie

      December 12, 2016 at 9:07 am

      Not sure - the Facebook was deleted and it just disappeared. Too bad!

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