The Chicago sandwich joint that inspired “The Bear“

Opened in 1979 by Joseph Zucchero, Mr. Beef is a Chicago joint that draws throngs from all over for its juicy Italian beef sandwiches, inspiring the hit FX series “The Bear.“ When Zucchero died last March, his son Christopher stepped up to run the family business. Correspondent Tracy Smith talks with Christopher, whose River North sandwich shop is booming like never before. #MrBeef #TheBear “CBS News Sunday Morning“ features stories on the arts, music, nature, entertainment, sports, history, science and Americana, and highlights unique human accomplishments and achievements. Check local listings for CBS News Sunday Morning broadcast times. Subscribe to the “CBS News Sunday Morning“ YouTube channel: Get more of “CBS News Sunday Morning“: Follow “CBS News Sunday Morning“ on Instagram: Like “CBS News Sunday Morning“ on Facebook: Follow “CBS News Sunday Morning“ on Twitter: Subscribe to our newsletter: Download the CBS News app: Try Paramount free: For video licensing inquiries, contact: licensing@
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