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    Big Mike's - El Segundo

    3.9 (379 reviews)
    Open 10:30 am - 3:00 pm

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    BIG MIKE'S - EL SEGUNDO ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Outdoor seating
    Good for groups

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    Let's eat!
    Peter I.

    Better when Big Mike ran it. Ok because there aren't many choices for a real Philly cheesesteak, but this used to be a great one now it's... Well, three stars not five still it was nice to be home. We used to come all the time.

    Eggplant Parm with WHIZ (for my fries)
    Brianna W.

    Super cool, nostalgic place for a Philly girl like myself! Most places claim to have "philly cheesesteaks" but far can even come close. I don't eat meat anymore, so I did not have the pleasure of trying, but I did try an eggplant parm which was delicious! But the icing on the cake (literally) was finding out they had Tastykakes! I haven't one in years, so I was ecstatic! Will definitely be back!!

    Michael T.

    To be honest, I was expecting more. The restaurant is a fairly generic aesthetic with limited hours. The menu is a bit strange to parse, but I ended up ordering a combo steak with onions at the counter. The food is okay. The cheese melts well, the bread feels right and there is quite a bit of meat, but the onions, mushrooms, and beef lack depth. The beef texture is kind of like ground beef which I didn't like but as a whole the overall flavor is there. In comparison to the other cheesesteak in the area, this one has a better overall flavor but no peaks and slightly off texture. The amount of onions they give you is also slightly lacking. All in all, a disappointing representation of the cheesesteak, but a palatable one. Again, a noteworthy points is the price. The cheesesteak is pretty costly for my tastes, and the overall menu layout is slightly confusing. This place does not receive a recommend, because a cheesesteak is representative of history and getting a proper one is paramount.

    Cheese Steak
    Robert F.

    We were in Los Angeles for the day on a layover so we decided to hang out in the El Segundo area. While walking down Main Street our plan was to eat and drink at as many local places as we had time for. First stop for grub was Big Mike's because they opened at 10:30am. We ordered a six inch steak and cheese with grilled onions and sweet peppers. We watched our sandwich being made and then it was delivered to the table steamy hot and fresh. The bun was the perfect "back east" Philly bun, soft and pillowy and it was loaded with tasty shaved steak and loads of gooey cheese. We were the first ones there but by the time we were done eating the place was filling up. Definitely a good first stop for food.

    Steak and cheese with fire sauce
    Patrick W.

    Ordered the Philly with cheese. The place had a nice aroma so I had nice expectations. I Told them to make it with everything listed. It's a Monday lunch time. They had a couple patrons but not real busy. The order was up in a matter of minutes. The sub was very tasty.

    Outdoor
    Victor S.

    I've passed this little spot many times while I'm at work and unfortunately I've missed it due to my work hours but this day I was on a mission for something new. My taste buds where craving something than my usuals so i came to big mikes. I made it with maybe 40mins till close which worked out but first thing coming in you got a very clean restaurant with a girl in the front greeting you with a smile and excellent customer service she recommended the popular Philly cheesesteak which I turned down when I saw the steak combo lol I'm a fan of mushrooms so that was a no brainer for me. While waiting I sat down and they have a nice autograph McNabb jersey hanging on the wall nice and framed. GO BIRDS! I waited no more than 6 mins and was on my way back to work before my lunch was over. So the service was fast. I got to work eager to try my new sandwich spot so I sat and unraveled my new little treat. I took my first bite and WOW so much flavor the bread was nice and soft the meat was so flavorful the cheese added such an amazing creaminess and a wonderful earthiness from the mushrooms and let me tell you the bread soaks up all the juices from the meat it was a wonderful experience. I think next time I will definitely get the Philly cheesesteak or even the combo with the bell peppers and the onions because I feel like it was missing that freshness and crunch from the veggies I give my experience a 8/10 just because I missed out on those sandwich toppings which would have definitely elevated my experience! Great spot give it a try !

    Inside
    Donna A.

    Dined in on 1/15/24. Big Mike's is one of our favorite places to eat when we are in El Segundo. Most especially after playing volleyball at ES park. The service is always friendly. The ambiance is relaxing and clean. We always order the Philly cheesesteak. Everything is great. The only suggestion would be to make the cheesesteak a little more tasty. It lacked flavor but could be just yesterday. We did enjoy our meals. The fries were fresh. It was so good that we ended up ordering 2 orders of fries. The onion rings were also good, crispy and fresh. The bread is soft. Love how they pack up the sandwiches. Prices are reasonable as well. Located on Main Street and offers parking in the back. We will definitely be back as this has lots of nostalgic memories for me.

    Big Mike's.
    Patt G.

    A friend of mine suggested Big Mike's to me the next time I visit Los Angeles (I live in Florida). Today, I was back in the area and I decided to give it a try. And am I glad I did! First, the woman who took my order could not have been sweeter. They were pretty busy and it was after lunch time so I'm pretty sure she had been working hard throughout, but she maintained a very pleasant demeanor and really made an excellent first impression. This is a sandwich shop, with quite a few options, and I'm not great at making decisions but since I'm being forced to have vegan for dinner, I decided meat would be a good choice for lunch. I went with an Italian sub with provolone cheese, sweet peppers, tomatoes, oil and vinegar. Nothing terribly complicated, but quite delicious if done right. Well, they did it right. The sandwich was amazing. They use fresh rolls to make it, which is a huge plus. And they made it exactly as I ordered it. I'm going to be in town for a few more days so I'm going to go again and try their Philly cheesesteak. I lived in Philadelphia when I was in college so I know what they're supposed to taste like. If today's experience is any indication, I'm sure they'll come through with flying colors.

    Sandwiches and French fries
    Chris O.

    My friend recommended this place to me and I happened to be in the area last week. I've always loved a good Philly cheesesteak so we ordered that and some fries. At $10.95 for a 12" sandwich and $2.99 for some fries, the value is hard to beat. The sandwich was loaded with meat and mushrooms and peppers. I also love how they don't charge extra for toppings! The staff were super friendly. My only complaints are that the sandwich filling was slightly under seasoned and that some of the workers cooking were new and food took a while to come out. However these things can be improved easily. I would recommend trying Big Mike's if you're in the area and have a sandwich craving!

    Bonnie L.

    Amazing place. Small lot. A few tables. Walk in and smells awesome. Staff is super friendly and the Philly is amazing. The bread is soooo soft and the meat juices just gets soaked up by the bread. They make it right there on the spot, right in front of you. It's thermally very hot! The garlic cheese fries were good, lots of garlic and tasty. Fountain soda. Definitely a great Philly cheesesteak! Recommend stopping by!

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    The only real Philly cheesesteak in LA. Always quick & consistent. Garlic fries are incredible.

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    3 years ago

    Loved every sandwich I have gotten from here!! You won't be disappointed, I promise you!!

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    2 years ago

    Place was okay, I had the Philly cheesesteak sandwich but it had more chorizo than actual steak.

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    the Italian and the meatball are family favorites. We go to the Redondo one. Best sub sandwiches in the South Bay!!!

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    Had the Philly cheesesteak and took one bite and that was it, it was dry without any good flavor just not edible

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    Best Philly cheese steak in South Bay and always friendly and great customer service.

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    Closed on sundays. Philly cheesesteak place that's closed 90% of the days the eagles play

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    Big Mike's Philly Steaks & Subs

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    We only discovered Big Mike's after trying the smashburgers at Spread Please in their El Segundo…read morelocation. Since we were craving Philly cheesesteaks, we were excited to find out they also have a Redondo Beach location. I ordered the regular 6" Philly cheesesteak and customized it with grilled onions, sweet peppers, lettuce, tomatoes, and pickles. My husband decided to go for the large 12" Hawaiian Philly, which comes with teriyaki sauce, cheese, and pineapple, and he added mushrooms for an extra $0.75. I requested both sandwiches toasted, and they were still delicious even after the 10-minute drive home. The employee who took our order was especially kind and friendly. I really appreciated that he brought the food outside to me while I was waiting instead of making me come back in when it was ready. After reading other reviews, it sounds like I definitely need to try the garlic parmesan fries with my next sandwich order.

    Updating since my last visit. Staff were friendly ,…read moresandwich and fries were just how I remembered them. Crispy garlic fries and the Philly cheesesteak with hot peppers! So good!! I did try calling ahead a couple times but there was no answer. When I arrived there was one person eating in the restaurant but no other guest. Would have liked to be able to place my order over the phone but all in all it was still a nice lunch.

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