Chicagoans describe this restaurant in the near-suburbs of Arlington Heights by saying, "If you want the best Italian beef sandwich in town, Johnnie's is a must go," and "For the prices they charge you can eat two sandwiches." In fact, one reviewer who must have superior olfactory skills claimed, "It's the best smelling restaurant in the six-county area." Some say that they prefer the beef/sausage combo, while nearly everyone agrees that the best way to cap off your meal is with some of the best Italian ices in the city.