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Big John Steak & Onion

3.8 (32 reviews)
InexpensiveSandwiches, Steakhouses

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Amy L.

First time going and it was delicious. Got the steak with cheese and mushroom and it exceeded my expectations. The sauce is also delicious I would ask for extra sauce on the side. I wish they had fries to go with it though.

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Paige C.

So my first meal in Michigan was right here during lunch,It wasn't to busy at all. So you place your order at the counter and then watch as they make your hot cheesesteak sandwich. I ordered the 8in Philly cheesesteak with mushrooms, onions, and cheese. The bread was pretty decent as was the sandwich it was definitely hot off the grill. My other friends had the same except she ordered the 4 in sandwich with chips. To feed the 3 of us it was 21 bucks pretty chip if you ask me. I highly recommend stopping here and trying there sandwich's. It's in a shopping center so there is plenty of parking. Nice friendly service and the restaurant was spotless. Nice job

Must have when ever I come back to Lansing! Sandwich is still tasty but they changed the chili recipe, still pretty good but not the same as before. Will continue to be a stop when I visit!

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Amanda B.

A favorite! Grew up eating these at the original Big John on Dort Hwy. So glad I'm able to get the delicious philly chicken sandwich now that I'm in Lansing! Steak and cheese is delicious too. Make sure to try the red sauce and the jalapeño ranch!

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2 years ago

Food is always good. Service is above average. Fast food restaurant. Not much ambiance. They are normally clean.

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I could live on Big John's red sauce; nothing else like it! We need a shop closer to Grand Rapids, please!

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5 years ago

Dirty, mold on Pepsi machine.Water in a bucket on the floor with standing water. Generally the entire restaurant was filthy.

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10 years ago

Best steak an onion in town. The sauce is delicious and you won't be able to get enough of it! Customer service was great, too.

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18 years ago

I'll stop eating at Big John's the day I am able to stop smoking

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9 years ago

It has been a long time since having a Big Johns steak and cheese. Still a great sandwich.

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15 years ago

Its good but if you go at night be aware they sometimes cook the meat far ahead of when you order it. but even then its pretty good.

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12 years ago

Staff is awesome and can't beat the steak and cheese subs, and the wraps are awesome too, highly recommend

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Simple great tasting cheesesteaks. Friendly staff. Quick service.

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