While passing through the area my wife found this hidden local gem and it was well worth the stop…read more I am even thinking about going back tomorrow. We talked to the person there and found it was run by his family, and they do an exceptional job. My wife had the Liberty Cheesesteak with added onions while I had a combo Italian Beef/Italian Sausage sandwich - dipped with added onion, hot pepper and cheese. We also had a side of fries. Both sandwiches were big, which you would expect. The Philly had finely chopped steak with the peppers, onions and cheese all mixed in. My wife said it was fantastic. My combo was incredible. The beef was seasoned perfectly and was clearly not sitting all day in the au-jus (which when talking to the owner afterwards he confirmed was the case). You can always tell this because the meat had a nice texture and was not overly salty, but instead as I stated seasoned and cooked perfectly. Additionally, the fries were well cooked, crisp and hot. They take care to keep the oil fresh and clean, so the fries taste like fries instead of old dirty oil. As an added bonus he even treated my pup to a small dish of ice cream which she enjoyed on a hot day. Fortunately, we showed up a little after the lunch rush and was able to spend a few minutes talking about the business and baseball and our combined hate of the dreaded Dodgers. Even if I don't go back there tomorrow, it's definitely a must stop next time through the area.

What went well? Everything! A little spot of goodness here…read morein North Aurora! Service is top notch, food is excellent! Quality meats, fresh breads, limited beer choices but that doesn't matter. Come by & give it a try! You'll never regret it!

#62/2022 Well last review was just before covid…read moreNot much has changed too much The menus pretty much still the same the hours have changed a little bit You no longer get a tray when you sit down to dine. It still hooked up to the Petro and hours still very a lot depending on staffing I came in got one of my favorites the medium size or AKA regular teriyaki chicken. No onions substitute Swiss for provolone. Add extra teriyaki sauce lettuce tomato. Upgraded to the drink and fries and one with the cheese added on. And Coke Zero sugar. I'm holding it still at four stars because I think nuthin really changed as far as quality. it was yummers. The cheese fries the gal workin gives me a whole pile of extra cheese and I didn't complain. they poured it on! it was yummy. Did I ask for it? no did I complain? again no LOL. This is one of the Charlie's I definitely will come back to more than once because the consistency is very good to me.

The service here probably needs a little work in my opinion you can tell the cashier really didn't…read morewant to be there. The area was for the most part cleaned because it was so busy so a little hard to keep everything organized. The food tasted good it was the same nothing special just bbq wings with bone in but I loved the lemonade it was sweet. The only reason I gave it 4 stars was because I received the incorrect order and had to get it remade so the wait was longer. This did happen to a few people last night I was told the cashier was new so he didn't put the correct orders in but my receipt was correct. I didn't mind waiting because mistakes do happen.

I am not from Philly, but I have been there a few times and this place has a vibe like many of the…read moreshops I would look for. Not the tourist traps, but more like the small neighborhood places where they can't risk cutting corners. The menu is simple and you don't need much time to pick your order. Its a place where you are probably appreciated if you walk in knowing what you want. That's also authentic to Philadelphia, as I remember. I ordered a classic with ribeye, and provolone. A side of fries and a drink. Drinks are self-serve from the fountain, so I filled my cup and grabbed a table. Only a few minutes later, I had my order. The steak was great.. Plenty of cheese and onion, and on a nice, chewy roll. Look, it's a cheesesteak. Just a darned good, basic cheesesteak. I am not going to attempt to wax poetic about some time in Philly when such and such happened before a Dead Milkmen show, or something. The fries were solid as well. Medium cut and cooked to have a good mix of crispy fries mixed in. They also have a house-made hot sauce that is pretty darned good on the sandwich. If you want an unpretentious meal and are short on time, this is a great option. Good food, fast service and reasonably priced. Give them a try. If you're not a snob, you're gonna like it.

I ordered take-out after driving by here for years. Went with the 6" cheese steak, cheese whiz,…read moreonions and added a fry to make it combo. Service was perfect, it was a pick up aftwr all, ambiance is sterile? Like not much personality...like grab your food and go. But if you want a beer then have some Food: cheese steak was perfect. Meat, cheese, onions and soft bread. Fries...well its hard to keep Fries hot i recognize. So they were plentiful and somewhat lukewarm and under salted. So id order just the cheese steak next time! Definitely worth the stop!

Don't hesitate to eat here or order takeout…read more The owner really appreciates the business, And actually, we stumbled across this location and I didn't know it existed until I had driven out looking for a meal. Perfection for a cheesesteak! Ingredients were plentiful, and on an extremely cold winter night it was very welcoming. The staff was beyond friendly, and the restaurant was spotless. I noticed the staff was always cleaning. I've ate at several Charley locations: military bases: Fort Knox, Fort Benning, Fort Hunter Liggett, Fort Huachuca and Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst, and Fayette Mall in Lexington, KY. Very impressive. Thank you!

Food was pretty good, def not east coast but decent for the Midwesterners. The atmosphere was great…read morethough very friendly staff , clean, inviting, music crisp and clear. They have great milkshakes too although I was craving a coke so I had that instead.

We've eaten here twice . 1st time I had Turkey which was great. Today I got cheese on my Teriyaki…read morePhilly that I didn't want. My husband had the Pizza Philly it was very good he got onion rings just OK. Definitely a great place to stop when you want a hot sub + they have gluten free sub rolls for an upcharge. Didn't take any pictures maybe next time.

We used to go here years ago with the previous owner. Food was very good, fresh. Sandwiches used…read moreto come with fries included in the price (and prices were under $10 for the large sandwich). Have tried a few times the past 18 months or so with very good priced groupons, BUT I will no longer go back. The large sandwich which the bun was much less bread than the last time and there was not enough meat to cover the entire bun. Fries were way greasier than in the past. The meat has grizzle chunks in them. We have been the only customer in the place the last few times. Way too overpriced for the size and quality. You get a way better sandwich at Cozzi Corner or Jersey Mike's. Our family really used to be a fan of the Mojo's, but I am not sure how much longer they can stay in business.

We had the Philly stake sandwiches 4 people in are group.. Mrs. April was are server she server…read moreus with a friendly grin and was helping on what to oder.. Thank you April for your help. 5 start review..

I asked yelp about this place and let me tell you they were 100% correct…read moreI ordered the traditional Philly cheesesteak sandwich So tasty, loved how the beef was cooked and chopped up and just the right amount of cheese Monti's is about 20 minutes from my house, but it's well worth the ride Truly tasty sandwich

Charleys has always been one of my favorite places for hot and fresh sandwiches. The menu is simple…read moreand easy to order. They now have wings along side their cheesy bacon fries and delicious lemonades. The service can take a few minutes but that's because it's being made fresh from the grill so it's definitely worth the wait. The lemonade is kryptonite, especially the strawberry or peach. It's a must for me. The ambiance is like your typical fast/casual chain with a soda fountain machine and condiment area and pretty clean place to sit down and eat. Overall, this is a go to hot sandwich shop for me.

What a gem! We were headed to Minnesota and stopped for lunch. The service was impeccable! The gal…read moreAt the register made recommendations and was friendly and bubbly. The workers seemed to be enjoying themselves which made the strip mall interior feel festive and alive! We ordered the cheesesteaks and fries. The bread on the Sammy was soft and toasted to perfection! Yummy fillings and the meat was tender. The fries were solid. The lemonade was Amazing! I'm certain I'll be thinking about the whole thing tonight around midnight- wishing I ordered one to go!! Great lunch spot- far exceeded our expectations!!! So yum!

Had a cheesesteak sandwich with fries and a drink here and the food was awesome. So much cheese…read morepull it was ridiculous. Great flavor. Fries were crispy on the outside and fluffy good on the inside. The place was clean and the host at the counter was friendly. After I finished my sandwich, I ordered a catfish nuggets dinner for my mom and brought it home for her. She loved it. It was still nice and crunchy after about a 20 minute drive. There was a constant stream of pickup and delivery orders. This place is getting noticed. Hope you check this place out. It's good.

We were greeted right away and never felt rushed while placing our order. The staff answered all…read moreour questions, and the restaurant has a spacious seating area. Our food was freshly prepared and the milkshake was thick (which is my personal preference). Everything tasted delicious, and the portions were generous enough that we left with leftovers.

Absolutely horrible. $24 gets you a dry cheesesteak, minus the cheese. A few fries…read more Taste was not good. Not much meat and barely any cheese. I even ordered a cheese cup for my fries. Didn't get it. Was told it was on my cheesesteak. And again there was barely any cheese on my sandwich. Only thing positive was the bun they used.

The cheesesteak was big enough for two! Excellent flavor! This is a ghost kitchen located inside…read morethe IHOP.