Portillo’s Famous Meal #1 includes an Italian Beef Sandwich, fries and a drink. You can choose a Regular Italian Beef or upgrade to the larger Big Beef.
What Comes in Famous Meal #1?
- Regular or Big Italian Beef Sandwich
- Regular or large fries
- Fountain drink
- Optional peppers, cheese, gravy and dipping sauce
The meal shown costs $15.37, but the final price changes when you select a larger sandwich, shake, onion rings, cheese, peppers or sauce.
Choose Your Italian Beef Sandwich
| Sandwich | Price | Meal Price |
|---|---|---|
| Regular Italian Beef Sandwich | $8.59 | $15.37 (Large Fry, Drink Coke Large ) |
| Big Italian Beef Sandwich | $10.59 | $17.37 (Large Fry , Large Drink Coke) |
The Big Beef is about 50% larger than the regular sandwich.
Add Peppers
Peppers do not come standard with the meal. You must add them while ordering.
| Pepper Option | Extra Price |
|---|---|
| Sweet Peppers | $0.99 |
| Hot Peppers | $0.99 |
| Sweet and Hot Peppers | $1.98 |
| No Peppers | No extra charge |
Sweet peppers are mild. Hot giardiniera peppers add a spicy flavor.
Add Cheese
| Cheese Option | Extra Price |
|---|---|
| Mozzarella Cheese | $0.89 |
| Cheddar Cheese | $0.89 |
| American Cheese | $0.89 |
| Cheese Sauce | $1.19 |
Adding cheese increases the calories, fat, sodium and milk-allergen content.
Choose Your Gravy
The standard Italian Beef Sandwich is served slightly wet.
You can also ask for:
- Less gravy
- Extra gravy
- A dipped sandwich
- Gravy on the side
Choose a Drink
Available drinks may include:
- Coke
- Diet Coke
- Coke Zero
- Root Beer
- Sprite
- Minute Maid Lemonade
- Dr Pepper
- Fruit Punch
- Iced tea
- Sweet tea
You may also be able to choose a shake for an extra charge.
Choose a Side
| Side | Price |
|---|---|
| Regular Fries | $2.99 |
| Large Fries | $3.79 |
| Regular Onion Rings | $3.99 |
| Large Onion Rings | $4.99 |
Fries can be ordered without salt or well done.
Add a Dipping Sauce
| Sauce | Extra Price |
|---|---|
| Regular Cheese Sauce | $1.19 |
| Jumbo Cheese Sauce | $4.99 |
| Hot Giardiniera Sauce | $0.89 |
| Comeback Sauce | $0.49 |
How to Order Famous Meal #1
- Choose a Regular Italian Beef or Big Beef.
- Select sweet peppers, hot peppers or no peppers.
- Add cheese if you want it.
- Choose the amount of gravy.
- Select a fountain drink or shake.
- Choose fries or onion rings.
- Add a dipping sauce if needed.
- Review the final price and place your order.
Nutrition and Allergens
The Regular Italian Beef Sandwich has 693 calories, while the Big Beef has 1,040 calories before optional toppings are added. The sandwich contains wheat, soy and gluten. Cheese sauce and cheese toppings add milk.
The complete meal’s calories depend on the sandwich size, drink, side, peppers, cheese and sauces you choose. People with food allergies should check Portillo’s official nutrition and allergen information before ordering.
Italian Beef Sandwich Nutrition
| Nutrition | Regular Italian Beef | Big Italian Beef |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 693 cal | 1,040 cal |
| Total Fat | 34 g | 51 g |
| Saturated Fat | 14 g | 21 g |
| Cholesterol | 81 mg | 122 mg |
| Sodium | 1,237 mg | 1,856 mg |
| Carbohydrates | 59 g | 88 g |
| Sugar | 2 g | 3 g |
| Protein | 33 g | 50 g |
Meal Component Calories
| Meal Item | Calories |
|---|---|
| Regular Italian Beef Sandwich | 690–693 cal |
| Big Italian Beef Sandwich | 1,040 cal |
| Regular Fries | 380 cal |
| Large Fries | 530 cal |
| Soft Drink | Varies by flavor and size |
| Shake | Varies by flavor and size |
The complete meal’s nutrition depends on the sandwich size, drink, side, peppers, cheese and sauces you choose.
FAQs and Ans
1. What comes with Portillo’s Famous Meal #1?
The meal includes an Italian Beef Sandwich, fries and a drink.
2. Can I choose a Big Italian Beef?
Yes. You can choose a Regular Italian Beef or upgrade to the larger Big Beef.
3. Do peppers come with the sandwich?
No. Sweet peppers and hot peppers must be added separately.
4. Can I add cheese?
Yes. You can add mozzarella, cheddar, American cheese or cheese sauce for an extra charge.
5. Can I change the amount of gravy?
Yes. You can order the sandwich slightly wet, dry, extra wet, dipped or with gravy on the side.
6. Which sides can I choose?
You can choose regular fries, large fries, regular onion rings or large onion rings.
7. How many calories are in Famous Meal #1?
The total calories depend on your sandwich size, side, drink, peppers, cheese and sauces. A regular Italian Beef has about 693 calories, while the Big Beef has about 1,040 calories before sides and drinks are added.