Best roast beef sandwich in the city. Rosario is awesome class act and takes care of his customers.

Service is always with a cheerful smile. Food is excellent !! Cute little shop I'd highly recommend you make a visit here . You won't be disappointed read more

We were looking for a quick lunch following a funeral nearby. This place had some great reviews so we gave it a whirl. The staff was friendly, fortunately it wasn't crowded. We ordered their specialty- roast beef sandwiches, sat down and a few minutes later our order came out. I rarely order roast beef but this was on point. Everything that makes a classic sandwich- beef was juicy and tender, just the right amount of "au jus", sharp provolone, crusty roll, dollop of horseradish- I topped mine off with a roasted long hot pepper. Totally forgot to take a photo. But there's a reason people are saying they are better than Nick's. The menu isn't extensive, but it doesn't need to be. Definitely recommend giving this spot a shot. I will caution that there are only a few tables, so I'm guessing they do a lot of take out business. read more

Simply the best roast beef sandwich I've ever had. Hand carved steam ship round. Sublime gravy. Crispy Sarcone"s Kaiser roll, Sharp provolone ,and a perfect red long hot pepper. Under $10. Small cute place run by a really nice couple dedicated to quality. Great ice coffee was just a pleasant surprise. Close to the stadium on Broad. If you are going to an afternoon game give this your most serious consideration. read more

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First time, walked up to a locked door and was told they only have beef w/wo cheese, no menu, no niceties, nothing outside to eat on. Drove to a park four blocks south and found a bench, Worst Sarcones roll ever, meat was mushy, dry, asked to be very, very wet, and that was not honored. Gravy was flavorless. No pepper flakes, Ate 2 bites and tossed. Went to Nicks for a perfectly wonderful sandwich. read more

Every time I bite into their sandwich it reminds me of my grandmothers roast beef growing up. No offense to Nick's but this is the best beef in the city. If you are expecting a steakhouse setting with a a bunch of tables this isn't that... this is a small cafe with a huge cut of the best roast beef piled high on a fresh Kaiser roll. The staff here makes you feel at home and I love coming here. I suggest a long hot to accompany this little piece of art ! Extremely addictive. read more

Caffe Chicco - a roast beef sandwich on a plate - Sandwiches Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Best roast beef available in philly and that's all I have to say. I promise this is a place you want to check out! read more

Caffe Chicco - a person holding a sandwich wrapped in foil - Sandwiches Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Best hot roast beef sandwhich in Philly! If you are local, they deliver to.your house for free! Now, I need to.try the meatballs!

Fantastic sandwich all around. Owners are wonderful. Customer service was superb. I would recommend this to anyone.

I cannot say enough good things about this place. I order from here like twice a week and I'm never disappointed. The roast beef is amazing. $13 for a roast beef sandwich, a drink and chips. I get mine soaked, with banana peppers on the side and a raspberry tea to drink. I constantly crave the roast beef sandwich from here. I've never gotten the chance to go in here but I have to- to tell these people how good their food is! Keep it up! I have to add their roast beef sandwich is the best one I've ever had in Philly. Forget all the other overhyped places and try this place. You'll be totally hooked. read more

OMG, Caffe Chicco was certainly outstanding. Very friendly service with a great atmosphere. These guys have a fantastic menu too. Service was awesome and everyone working here was very nice and helpful. Caffe Chicco = Awesome. read more

Came for the roast beef sandwich. Awesome! Good people work here. Stop if you're in town for a game like I was. It's really close to all the venues. read more

I've had one thing here and one thing alone. The roast beef. I don't know if the coffee or anything else is good, but wow. Their roast beef sandwiches are my favorite I've ever had.. Hand carved roast beef on really good bread and definitely get the sharp provolone. I try to make to this place every time I'm in Philly. read more

Been to lots of events in and around Philly for my whole life. I have eaten a lot of roast beef sandwiches and this place, hands down, has THE BEST ROAST BEEF I have ever had. It wasn't too wet, but the roll held the moisture well. The taste of the beef was fresh and seasoned perfectly. It's all you need - just the sandwich. The menu is limited, but stick to the roast beef. You will experience SOUTH PHILLY ettiquite... not overly friendly, even if you DO speak Italian, which the owner does. Probably came off the boat 50 years ago, but he is a staple in the community to which he belongs. It is a tiny, quaint place - don't bring a crowd or you will have to walk Broad Street with you food. ONE NOTE - it is hard to find!! We walked up and down the block and my boyfriend had been there before. There is purple neon on the window and a the name is a decal on the window. There is NO SIGN, other than the menu on a chalkboard on the sidewalk., at the bottom of the steps. I did say quaint.... ENJOY!!!!! read more

I just love this place it's one of the best kept secrets that Cafe Chicco top of the list best place for Roast Beef Sandwiches up there with Nick's etc! Known about it a few years but I'd get here now and then but keep buggin thru facebook asking when will there be delivery, and more recent u can get it thank u!! ..also it was cash only way back another bit inconvenience I'd walk past but not having cash on-hand i'd do an oh well.. NOW pretty sure they take credit!!! The Roast Beef is to die for..piled high..the gravy like grandma use to make and their other sandwiches ie Meatball or salads or any specials are also delicious! Let it be known though that its a small cafe only maybe 4 tables so it's not a sit down bring a crowd place..and also for some reason from the outside its easy to miss.. but then again i did say it's a best south philly secret.. i was first told about this place from those in the health field considering nearby Methodist Hosptial and Doctors offices on broad. I so recommend this Caffe.. i've ordered delivery and it went very well.. very clean and good friendly people. read more

Incredible roast beef sandwich. It's seems family owned, very friendly staff. Highly recommend

Mediocre grub at a not-worth-it price. No matter if it's the owner or an employee, it seems like every day is their first day working there. read more

I really like this place. For a quick bite on your lunch break its a great spot. Great paninnis and salads. And a great view of broad st. Anyone looking for a casual bite to eat should give it a try. read more

BEST, JUICIEST, TASTIEST HOT ROAST BEEF SANDWICH EVER! Owner carves it right in front of you! Gravy Fries are terrific...gotta try 'em! Great food all-around including specialized panini sandwiches, pasta dishes, homemade meatballs, homemade chicken salad, homemade roasted peppers, delicious salads including Caprese style. Very good coffee, cappuccino, espresso, and iced coffee too! read more

Amazing roast beef sandwich.. Best in the city...staffs are very friendly.. Very clean place

Wow ! Their chocolate Cookie are ridiculously good, have to come early because it run out all the time ! Ice coffee is perfect and their roast beef on long roll are very tasty! Super friendly stuff !! read more

No use beating around the bush: Chicco has the best roast beaf sandwich i have ever had. Get it on a round roll with horseradish and sharp provolone. read more

This is a hidden gem. The previous two reviewers were dead on, get the Roast Beef and don't look back. The owner worked at the famous Nick's Roast beef from 1985-1995 or something like that. This is a serious sandwich. You'd never expect it since this a coffee shop but damn man... that roast beef is a labor of love and it shows. They have a few little tables, refrigerators for beverages, a coffee counter, and a hefty carving station. I should never have written this review because now the craving is back and i'll have to make my way over there to satisfy it. read more

I returned to Cafe Chicco on Broad Street for the third time. (I missed doing a review before). This is a small place, up a few stairs, a few tables inside. Sometimes its almost like a neighborhood place where locals come in the afternoon. Their specialty is the roast beef sandwich, on a long or a round roll. Cheese if you like. Soft drinks in a refrigerator case. They have a very reasonable breakfast, look at their menu for yourself. There is a display case with a large roast beef, the owner or cook carves the sandwich, the young lady brings it to the table. Its good, simple food, delicious sandwich and I would return any time I am in Philadelphia. Its plain and simple but outstanding in my opinion. read more

I agree with Mario. Best roast beef sandwich anywhere. Not good for a quick bite. If you don't have alot of time this is not your place. It takes forever to get your food. Paking in this area of south Philly is also a major problem. If you have the time give it a try. Bill C. read more

There's 2 things to be said 1. The greatest Roast Beef on the planet. 2. I've never had better tasting coffee in my life. read more

This place is a diamond in the rough. The food is out of this world, the staff is friendly and it is very clean. If you work nearby and are looking for a new place to grab lunch look no further. The food is cooked to order and the roast beef is the best in the business. read more

To all you people rating 5 stars: are you going to the same Caffe Chicco I've been to?!? I didn't only go one time, because I like to give the benefit of the doubt whenever I have a bad experience. I've been there a total of 3 times. Each time I stopped in there, it was worse than the previous visit. Andrew B. stated in his rating "Everything they have is good." What is "everything"?! They have next to nothing! Can I ask why they have menus if 99% of what's on the menu is NOT AVAILABLE?! The only thing they have stocked is coffee and if you're LUCKY, a dunkin donuts bagel. The coffee isn't even great, either. The owner is rude & obnoxious and has a tendency to become very arrogant when you try to order items off the menu that they're out of (which is basically everything on there). There are so many way better places in south philly that I'd rather go to. You live, you learn! read more

This place is the best!! Roast beef sandwich is out of this world and the small boutique style atmosphere is perfection.. We will def stop in there again soon! read more

best RB around bar none..sry nicks, chicco is truly better...this place should be on the food network, like diners drive in and dives...

Every time I go here I can't fathom why there isn't a line outside waiting for the roast beef sandwich! One of the best I have ever had and definitely worth trying. read more

I gave this place a harsh review because how long it took to get a beef sandwich ! I still feel it was slow this time but not as bad ! The beef was good as usual and it's still 2nd to nicks roast beef ..... But have to say nicks is falling off got beef couple weeks back meat was thick . This place meet was cut perfect .. Cut thin ,,,, read more

Rosario and the crew are wonderful people.. Not to mention the coffee is my FAVORITE in the city! If you are hungry, anything you order on the menu will be great! However, even if you are not hungry.. Take a few roast beef sandwiches bc they are, by a landslide, the BEST I have ever eaten, and I love and know roast beef! read more