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Chicago Sun-Times
Chicago Sun-Times
National
Mitch Dudek

Joe Zucchero, founder of Mr. Beef, inspiration for FX show ‘The Bear,’ dead at 69

Joe Zucchero, owner of Mr. Beef, died on March 1. (Provided)

Joe Zucchero never relaxed.

Approaching 70, his routine was the same: Wake up. Trim and slice beef. Serve happy customers sandwiches at his River North beef joint, Mr. Beef.

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