We came here for lunch because it was next to the kid's empire. we shared the cheesesteak combo which comes with fries and can soda and a Henny cheesesteak. the meat is lacking and the bread is bland white roll. I think what keeping this place in business is that it's next to the kids cafe and the pool. don't waste your $. read more

Better Than Philly Cheesesteak - combo - Cheesesteaks Near Me - Watchung, New Jersey

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My favorite place to come and get a cheesesteak since I've moved to this area. They have different varieties and different options and their wings are amazing. Their fries are amazing too. I go here maybe once every 2 to 3 months if you eat here every day you're going to gain a lot of weight the service is very fast and the ambience is very decent. You can actually sit down in here and eat also but pretty much just sitting down and waiting room but the food is good. I recommend recommended. read more

Delicious sandwiches! My family and all enjoyed our Philly cheesesteaks. I had the henny cheesesteak and it was so delicious, the bread was soft and the meat was tasty. The cheese fries were decent, the fries at the bottom had a nice seasoning on it that the top was missing and we would've loved more cheese but it was decent. We came in 20 min before closing and we worried we'd have to take it to go as we stopped here on our way home and they were so nice they said we can sit and eat! Service was great, the lady who took our order was nice and friendly making sure she had our order correct. Ambience is chill. read more

Better Than Philly Cheesesteak - Henny Chesesteak. - Cheesesteaks Near Me - Watchung, New Jersey

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Place was quite nothing special about inside of the restaurant. No real decor or anything. I got the plain cheesesteak with American cheese. It was either that or provolone. Steak was chopped up, nice tender, but definitely kind of light on the meat and not much care and making a sandwich considering there was nobody else there and didn't look like he was working on the other orders. I noticed after I had ordered started mine that there was a special with fries and soda just about the same price. It would've been nice to know that ahead of time But he didn't ask if I wanted fries or a drink. as you can tell about the pictures, not exactly a Great sandwich. read more

Better Than Philly Cheesesteak - CHEESESTEAK (BEEF OR CHICKEN) - Cheesesteaks Near Me - Watchung, New Jersey

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I really wanted to like this place. But unfortunately, the cheesesteak wasn't that good. I'm not even sure they had cheese in it. It was the same as having a steak-umm from the freezer. There was almost no flavor to the beef, and the bread had no taste whatsoever and horrible texture. The place needs to be cleaned a little bit better. It didn't have a fun or friendly vibe. The staff was not very friendly as well. I said "hello and "thank you "to them and each time all I got was a stone face, staring at me. I really hate to give an unfavorable review but I really think this place needs to reset. I think they have become complacent in the running of their restaurant. However, we all know complacency kills. read more

Better Than Philly Cheesesteak - This is supposed to be a cheesesteak with American cheese, onions, and pepper - Cheesesteaks Near Me - Watchung, New Jersey

Once I find a specific item on a menu that I like, I tend to stick with it; so this review is about the 4 or so times I've ordered the whiting fish cheesesteak with their special sauce and cheddar cheese. It's so damn yummy and filling. I order off their website which is very user-friendly and gives you the estimated time for pick up. This place is worth the visit. read more

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They charge more then their menu prices. I wanted a combo with fries and a drink. The lady taking my order informed me the fryer was broken, so I decided to order just the sandwich. She then told me it was 13.85, that was the combo price. When I pointed it out on the menu she told me.... "Oh those prices are different." What????? So I walked out and will not be returning. read more

Okayy so this was my first time coming here and first off this restaurant is a lot bigger on the inside than the outside! The staff was so helpful, friendly and polite; it made the experience much more enjoyable. The cashier was very attentive and made sure everything was perfect before handing me the order so I appreciate her professionalism! Anyways I ordered the drink, wings and cheesesteak combo and it was perfectly cheesy and delicious! Their wings are also amazingly flavorful as well the sauce and glaze they make pairs so well with the crispy wings. Then only criticism I have is that their house lemonade tasted way too sweet and resembles the powdered Lipton lemonade so I will not be getting that again. Overall, I love their food and can't wait to try it again once I'm around the area. Friendly staff, good food and great vibes!! read more

#1 The staff is worthy of better products to serve. Fountain drinks? Maybe it is the water source or piping. Tried three different drinks all had a lingering taste. Not one a good one. Now on to the claim "Better than blah blah" good slogan but not even in the same country! Maybe it was a bad day, bad weather? I ate the stake so not the worst but I would drive several miles before doing it again! I don't like being hard on a place that is new but if they are to survive they will have to up there game. Buy better ketchup, better mayo, stock brand name drinks bottled, need to see the raw beef to voice an opinion as to the quality of the meat. Could be the seasoning that I question. As for the fountain drinks contact the pepsi vendor to tweak the drinks and test the water. For the staff turn up the heat! Heard several complaints about it being cold in the shop. I lived in Chicago for a few years so they don't know what cold is. The two stars are for staff there efforts. I welcome chat back from owner. Fyi I have had Cheese steak from: Tony Luke's, Pat's, Geno's, Sonny's, Steak and Hoagie Factory, and many many more for my point of reference. Will have to come back to try the wings! read more

Better Than Philly Cheesesteak - Ketchup ? - Cheesesteaks Near Me - Watchung, New Jersey

I ordered via Uber Eats and the food was delicious and I have no complaints. Their menu includes a variety of items and I definitely look forward to returning and dining in person. We ordered a cheese steak and wings. Both were great. read more

Better Than Philly Cheesesteak - Garlic Parmesan Chicken Wings - Cheesesteaks Near Me - Watchung, New Jersey

Decent spot but it's a little ambitious to say it's better than cheesesteaks in Philly. It's ok/fine for the convenience if someone has a big craving for cheesesteaks (which I absolutely love). Part of a strip mall so parking is quite easy off Route 22. Cheesesteaks do at least look like the ones in Philly but some may quibble with how they taste compared to their favorites in Philadelphia. Really wanted this place to have great cheesesteaks that are at least as good (not even necessarily better) as the popular ones in Philly, but it doesn't quite hit the mark even if they are decent. read more

Really let down here. Love a good cheesesteak and am the type of person that would drive to phili for the right one. This place being right down the street I thought I'd have a new go to. I ordered via grubhub but picked up. Took a long time to be prepared and when I got it home there is NO way you can compare this sandwich to actually Phili cheesesteak. Not terrible but no better than any other one you'd grab in a mall food court. The wings are actually decent. If the name of this establishment was different I would've probably had lower expectations and they would've got 3 stars... read more

We stopped by for dinner last night. Pretty solid cheese steak. Got the standard one with onions and yellow cheese. The bread was soft and the sandwich over all was good. It came with fries and the portion was a little light, but they were the twice fried type and they were very good. We also got the wings with the Henny Sticky sauce and they were delicious and stayed hot when we have them back at home. The only negative was the small portion of fries as part of the combo. read more

Better Than Philly Cheesesteak - Cheese steak - Cheesesteaks Near Me - Watchung, New Jersey

This rating is about their order processing and customer service. Unfortunately I have been unable to actually get food. (Twice!!). 1st time, (about 2 months ago) I placed an online order on their website and drove 20 minutes to pick it up. I arrive about 20 minutes before closing. They told me they didn't have my order, but not too worry about it because if they didn't get it then I didn't get charged. Me: "Well how do we fix this? can I order now?" Employee: "Naaah sorry we're closed.". " Me: "I'm standing RIGHT here!!, Your hours say you close in 20 minutes" Employee:. "Blank Look" 2nd time (tonight) I placed an online order on their website. This time I called in to make sure they got my order about 15 minutes later at 6:40pm. Employee:. Sorry sir we don't take Doordash or Uber eats orders after 6:30pm. Me:. I ordered on your website just before 6:30. Employee:. We don't have it, and sorry we don't take phone orders after 6:30pm...but don't worry your card won't be charged. Me:. That's not mentioned anywhere on your site. Employee:. Uhhmmm...we will have to fix that. Pretty sad.. I don't think they will get another chance. read more

When they are busy they can take up to 20 minutes which is reasonable and definitely worth it! Especially if you craving cheesy cheesesteak. Don't forget the cheese fries because they don't skimp out! read more

The food is decent. Seasoned well and nice sized portions. My biggest concern is the cleanliness and care put into the preparation of the food. I watched them come from outside smoking cigarettes, to going back behind the counter to make food with one glove on. (They did not wash their hands either.) so if you want good unsanitary food, this is the place to go. read more

Literally there was a mosquito in my French fry. Guess it got in the fryer. not clean And I KNOW this is not from the potato or a sprout. read more

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Ok so the food is ok. Not great but decent. I go back there every once and a while when enough time passes that I forget how bad the service is. This was before COVID as well. If you order on line hoping that you can show up and pick up and run forget it. They are always short staffed and overwhelmed. Perfect example is tonight. I ordered online , it told me to pick up in 20 minutes. I showed up after 25 minutes. Waited on line for 10 more only to be told "oh we just got your order it's going to be another 30 minutes" so here I sit let's see how this plays out. I would just cancel but they already have my money and I would have to go online to get a refund!!! Ok 30 minutes are up and they tell me any minute now . 15 more minutes. My advice: never come here!!!! read more

Not a place for cheesesteaks at all! The star here is the wings. The henny sauce wings are signature. The cheesesteak options are great. However, the bread is lackluster and appeared on the stale end. Parking is in the plaza so that's not a problem. The staff in the front were extemely patient and helpful. The resturant appeared clean ans well maintained which is always greatly appreciated. Very creative menu. I hope they find or get better bread. read more

Better Than Philly Cheesesteak - The inside of one side of the sandwhich. Decent meat but the bread separated and came apart quickly. - Cheesesteaks Near Me - Watchung, New Jersey

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Super super delish!! We got chicken cheesesteak combo with fries and soda. Pretty decent sized cheesesteak for the price! The cashier was also super nice and took care of us. Def would come back! read more

Great cheesesteak i had this before at the Irvington location and now i tried the other years later and my taste buds are reminded of how good it was. read more

Better Than Philly Cheesesteak - a man sitting at a table in a fast food restaurant - Cheesesteaks Near Me - Watchung, New Jersey

This place is great. Wings are amazing. Cheese steaks are stellar. Much better than pats or genos!!

Actually pretty good. Come here maybe every other month. I buy the uptown's and put in a glass bottle and spike it. Idk how they make it taste so good cuz I'm not a fan of sweet tea but it's really good read more

I like their Italian cheeseburgers. Made the way I used to get them in Newark with mayo onions fries and ketchup. Their wings are good too.

I had gotten the famous henny cheese steak and my god that thing slaps. I took one bite and was hooked. Just writing the review is making my mouth water. I don know how they make their henny sauce but they did not spare any for the sandwich I honestly wish I had some to dip the sandwich into it, it's that good. I also gotten the wings naked, but I wish I had gotten them toasted in their henny sauce. Staff was super friendly and appreciative which made the experience great! Can't wait to go back. read more

Better Than Philly Cheesesteak - Henny cheese steak - Cheesesteaks Near Me - Watchung, New Jersey

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Love the wings here. I've had it delivered and have also done pick up and the wings have stayed perfectly crispy, but I do ask for the sauces on the side if I do not eat it there. Have had the Italian cheeseburger and also the Henny cheesesteak too. They are very delicious, just very messy! Make sure to bring your bibs and extra napkins! read more

This is the first time we went here. The food is made to order and it is cooked to perfection. I ordered an Old School Italian Cheesesteak. It was fully loaded and flavorful. The portion was huge and you could share this with someone else. Not to worry imma wax off the rest later . I also ordered Lemon Pepper wings. The wings were well flavored and fried nice and crispy. I also ordered a Chicken Tenders combo for the little one. He said "mom we found a new food spot". read more

- Honey Glazed wings 10/10; Beef Bacon cheese fries 10/10; Henny Cheesesteak 10/10 - I found Better than Philly Chessesteaks on a list of black owned businesses in the area, and I am SO happy I did. Everything was spectacular! My face/fingers were covered in yummy wing sauce and cheese from the fries (heavenly). The cheesesteak was soft and juicy and out of this world. Will be back VERY regularly!!!! I am sad I didn't get a picture of the food, but when I got in my car I couldn't stop myself from devouring it, it smelled so good. read more

Alright so the first time I ordered this I was shocked by how great it was and had to order a second time to see if it's really always that delicious. I was not disappointed, and I was expecting to be!. Exactly what I need from my wings and cheesesteak. The amount of sauce is perfect, enough to cover the wings and still have a bit extra to dip your fries. The sauces I've tried, henny and devils barbeque, are packed with flavor. I was almost concerned the wings had alcohol in them haha. Definitely looking forward to trying all of the sauces. The cheesesteak is perfection, the cheese to meat to peppers/onions ratio is ON POINT. I don't know what's up with these less than 4 star reviews, I wouldn't trust them, definitely try this place out and see for yourself ! read more

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Ii usually like going to the store when the owner is there very nice polite guy, but the lady Yvette that works at the front is very rude and unprofessional. I ordered food around 5:20 pm she said we are closing at 6 pm and you have to take your food to go. If Im there already i should have been allowed to eat there.Also I that she takes my money and handles the food ..... very rude nasty unclean lady read more

I've been going to Better Than Philly since they opened. It's definitely one of the better cheesesteak places in the area. What keeps me coming back is the wings. They are always fried perfectly and the sauces are great ! My only complaint is the last time I went in to pick up my order there was a terrible smell in the restaurant. It smelled like old grease. Hopefully they rectify before my next visit. read more

I ordered a Hennessy cheesesteak and wings after checking out kids empire with my little one. I ordered through their online ordering system and was there to pick up at the time it said it was ready. Food was waiting for me and a very nice woman greeted me. The food is amazing. The wings truly are fried perfectly and the cheesesteak is heaven. I'm not from Philly so I can't really see how it compares to that but it's a delicious steak sandwich. I rarely eat an entire burger or cheesesteak and I'm about to take the last bite. Highly recommend read more

I've lived in the area of this place for almost 8 years and just found out about it maybe one month ago. They are located in Watchung Square Mall, underneath the overhang. The place is exceptionally clean and maintained. I was greeted when I walked in and was introduced to their extensive menu. Everything on the menu sounded delicious, but I wanted to stick to what the sign says, 'Cheesesteaks and Wings', so I ordered just that. They offer wheat or white rolls. They offer steak, chicken, shrimp or a combo on any sandwich. They have a few different cheeses to choose from as well. I ordered the whole wheat cheesesteak with mozzarella, onions and ketchup. The roll was not crispy at all. It was fresh baked, warm, soft and incredible. I'm not a fan of crispy bread, so this was perfect. On a scale of 1-10, the cheesesteak was a 10. I could not have asked for a better lunch than what this team made me today. I also ordered chicken wings, which you can have doused in one of about 12 flavors. They were cooked perfectly and not burned. I can't wait to get back there again. I have to go back because my wife at half of my cheesesteak. read more

Got this place for the first time, and was not disappointed! I was craving some wings and saw here pop up on my recommendation so I said hey lemme look. Great prices and even better food. The wings are nice and tender and the sauces are delicious. Definitely coming back here again!! read more

Better Than Philly Cheesesteak - Garlic Parmesan, Henny and honey garlic wings - Cheesesteaks Near Me - Watchung, New Jersey

So very disappointing, I expected great fresh food looking at the pictures and got old reheated food. Extremely disappointed...ugh! I wonder if I would have gone to the place instead of ordering delivery if it would have been better. Not taking that chance read more

At this rate, I won't need a road trip to Gooey Louie's in Philly. We go the beef cheesesteak with mayo & ketchup, peppers and onions with cheese whiz - DELISH!! Uber Eats did a good job of driving. read more

No complains, clean place, food always taste great and the ppl are friendly when they greet you. My new favorite spot.

The best cheesesteak I've had in a while! And the Hennessy Sticky wings are on point too read more

Better Than Philly Cheesesteak - The way lemon pepper wings should be!!! - Cheesesteaks Near Me - Watchung, New Jersey

This was my first time visiting at this location & I was with a friend that never had it. The cashier Shanta explained why they are called Better Than Philly. She explained the different options so even if you don't want a sandwich you can get a "healthier" option. The food was fresh & the taste was great. Definitely better than any Philly cheesesteak I've had in Philly. It's a must try! They are professional & quick with the service! read more

I've taken out twice. Delicious cheese steak. Service was great and efficient. Staff is very nice and restaurant was super clean. This will be a regular spot. read more