Portillo’s The Leo sandwich has been created to pay homage to the latest pontiff -- Pop Leo XIV -- as a nod to his Chicagoan roots and to celebrate his appointment. The sandwich starts off with seasoned Italian beef doused in gravy and paired with a trio of peppers in your choice of hot, sweet or a combo that comes as a cheeky nod to the holy trinity. The sandwich comes served on a premium bun and is expected to be a hit amongst consumers of all kinds given its satisfying composition.
Portillo’s The Leo sandwich is arriving at the perfect time to coincide with Italian Beef Month (May) and is a limited time offering customers can try out at participating locations now.
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