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Dinics Pork & Beef

3.8 (74 reviews)
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Debbie S.

Located in the Reading Terminal Mkt, this place was a great find. They had a long line but a very efficient ordering process so it moves very quickly. I got two sandwiches a pork and a beef and they were both juicy and delicious. The greens also balanced out the fattiness of the meats.

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Mark G.

Soooo I'm a tourist and Dinics has been on my must visit list for at least ten years! Finally I was going to have the famous roast pork sandwich with aged provolone and broccoli rhabe. There was no line at Reading Terminal Saturday morning (5/21/22) which I found surprising. Walked right up, ordered a sandwich, paid, and it was in my hand in less than 2 minutes (which somewhat concerned me). Kinda just felt like they threw it all together. The roll was fresh and sturdy but you know, not a lot of flavor to it to be honest. The roast pork was tender and moist but was barely warm and tepid, and frankly a little bland. The aged provolone was definitely present in my sandwich, loved it! But yes yes the real star of the show was the broccoli rhabe. It was cooked perfectly. It was green, had some crunch, good amount of bitterness, and nice and garlicky. All in all a very good sandwich and but not spectacular. I wish my sandwich was hotter (temperature). And I wish the pork was seasoned more. Dinics is a rite of passage for many and was for me. But with so many places opening up in Philly, I think it's ok to break from traditions if it only enhances the food and eating experience.

Howraa A.

Cute little spot in reading terminal market! Checked this place out while on holiday in Philadelphia. Heard great things about the pork sandwich. I don't eat pork so I opted for the beef rendition with spicy pepper. It was pretty darn good. Once all the juices mix together the sandwich has it going on. Service was good too! You really get a genuine vibe from the waitress. She was sweet. As a side note my lover got pepper in his eye! So be sure not to touch your face while eating lol

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Grace K.

Dinic's Pork & Beef down in the Navy Yard is unbeatable when it comes to a juicy roast pork sandwich. I crave it almost on the daily - it differs from the Reading Terminal Market location in that it also offers breakfast and has cheesesteaks on the menu as well. I have also tried their cheesesteak sandwich and it's also really incredible (I would say one of the best in Philly too when it comes to overlooked places!). The roast pork sandwich is huge, and comes with heaping portions of sliced pork that is just dripping with flavor. Definitely be prepared with a ton of napkins. Also, make sure to order it with their sharp provolone and homemade horseradish - the combination really can't be beat. The pork is tender and has a nice peppered flavor to it as well. The price for what you get is amazing, and it's perfect to takeout during the pandemic. I would say however try to eat it on the spot if possible - the bread does get soaked through pretty quickly with how juicy the pork is. If you're getting cheesesteaks, you don't have to worry as much about that. I would trek all the way down to the Navy Yard literally just to pick up their sandwiches the next time I have a craving. I hope the other location is just as good as they are, and will definitely have to try the Reading Terminal one, but I do slightly prefer this location again because of the greater variety on the menu.

Philadelphia Cheesesteak Adventure
James P.

So it's a Dinic's Outpost. But you are at the Philadelphia Shipyard and I love what is going on down at the shipyard. The N/S Savannah is in the Shipyard Dry Dock. The N/S Savannah is floating history. She was/is a nuclear powered cargo ship. She was built in the 1950's as the center piece of then President Eisenhower's 'atoms for Peace' initiative. We got our Dinic's cheesesteak and went to Urban Cafe to eat it while looking at the John F Kennedy aircraft carrier. She is the most decorated ship in the world. As far as the Cheesesteak, my roll was bad crusty and the meat was dry. But from what I can tell Urban Outfitters is a phenomenal corporate Citizen and they are doing a great job of preserving and respecting the old Shipyard while making it a vibrant place to visit. Overall great experience. Visit the shipyard!

Angela M.

Dinic's is also in Reading Terminal. The are known for their pork. We went for an early lunch and they didn't have everything out yet, but we got a roast pork sandwich with provolone and spinach that we split. The pork itself was tender and juicy and the cheese was nicely melted. We had spinach on ours and it had a little Parmesan on it which really kicked up the flavor a notch. The bread was soft and tender which made the whole thing kind of melt in your mouth. It was outstanding. Dinic's doesn't have its own enclosed seating area so you either have to order at the counter and go sit somewhere else or if you're lucky, get a seat at the counter. I enjoyed my experience and also enjoyed that it seemed like the employees enjoy their time at work as well. It made me feel great about supporting a local business.

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Lisa I.

If you come here, the thing to get is their roast pork and broccoli rabe sandwich, and make sure you add the provolone to it. It certainly appeared to be a popular choice as we overheard other people ordering it too. And for good reason! First off, the sandwich is huge! It easily fed the two of us. And, even better, this place is open in the morning so you can totally do what we did and get this lovely sandwich for breakfast! The roast pork is tender and juicy and the broccoli rabe, while naturally bitter, actually works really well. Forget going to Pat's or Geno's, come here!!!

Roast pork broccoli rabe provolone
lee m.

Waited to try one of these for about a decade. I finally tried one when I came into town to watch the Eagles beat the Patriots in SB 52!! This sandwich started the day off right and the Eagles finished it.. The roast pork broccoli rabe with provolone was really good. My gf didnt like but I think it was just the sour part of the rabe.. The line to get one was a deterrent but I was also there day of superbowl and the last day fot the car show a block away.. I would come here everytime im in town for a game for 2 reasons. Its obvioulsy now my "Good Luck" sandwich and 2, its delicious.. Cany wait to try different variations.

Justin Z.

Traveled to Philly and visited Dinics at the reading terminal market, which was one of the best decision yet. We got the beef brisket since they ran out the roasted pork (got to get there early apparently). Nevertheless, the beef was amazingly tender and flavorful. There were no bites that was too chewy with tendons. The added sharp provolone and the broccoli rabe added a sharp and sour taste to constrast the saltiness of the beef. So good that my friend claimed it's the "best goddamn sandwich he ever had". Strongly recommended! I also suggest trying out the hot pepper on the side to add some firery kick to the sub. Menwhile the bread was soft but not soggy, so the outter surface didn't rip a hole on the roof of your mouth. The service was very fast, though there wasn't a line when we were there.

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Roast pork with sharp provolone and roasted peppers- best sandwich on the planet. Too bad the parking is expensive or difficult.

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Dalessandro’s Steaks & Hoagies

4.1(3.7k reviews)
9.8 mi•Roxborough
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"Oh My God... I get it." - Frank Reynolds…read more My whole interpretation of what Michelin start rated places prior to eating here were that they were typically bougie / pretentious / overpriced establishments. I've dined at a place back home and although it tasted pretty good it fell into the latter of these statements above. Dalessandro's , though, changed my mind. Even the most humblest of a Philly Cheesesteak could be awarded such an award. There is nothing bougie/pretentious/overpriced about this establishment, it's staff and/or it's food. I sat there a couple bites in pondering what else I should try next time on my visit. I had the Philly Cheeseteak with sweet peppers with white American on a seeded roll. I had a philly cheese steak at a separate location prior to here, and although it was great, Dalessandros had the right balance of meat to bread to dollar ratio. I was full but content. Full but not bloated.

My first time in philly (and first time eating an authentic philly cheesesteak!). Appreciated the…read moreno frills menu and lots of options regarding sauces/ toppings for the sandwich. This spot has outdoor seating and a walk-up order menu. Even though the line was a bit long, service was very quick and efficient. Warning: it's CASH ONLY. As someone who doesn't carry cash, it was a bit shocking but they do have an ATM on sight! As for the sandwich itself: very good. I tried 2 different variations (one with cheese whiz and one without). The staff member i was chatting with recommended getting the sandwich w/o cheese whiz since that is not Dalessandro's specialty; and I agree! I liked just the traditional american cheese with mushrooms & banana peppers (for a kick).

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4.1(1.8k reviews)
4.3 mi•Penn Center, Rittenhouse Square
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My in-laws brought home a ginormous Philly cheesesteak from Cleavers, and I honestly wasn't…read moreexpecting to be as impressed as I was. I believe we got the Ribeye Cheesesteak with onions and peppers, and it was hands down one of the best cheesesteaks I've ever had. Normally, I'm not a fan of seeded bread and I usually don't like peppers either, but somehow everything worked perfectly together. The creamy cooper American cheese, the soft yet crunchy bread and the thinly sliced ribeye made for such an incredible combination. And much to my surprise the peppers actually added a really nice touch and brought everything together. The portion was absolutely massive, but the flavor was so good that it was hard to stop eating it. Definitely a cheesesteak I'd happily have again!

Big sign upon entry telling you where to go after ordering... I'm not doing that…read more Order, grab a table in the little dining area to the left and wait for your number to be called. Ordered one cheese steak and waffle fries w/ cheese to share and it was MORE than enough for two people. Very good cheese steak, especially the bread, but everything was very salty... Biggest complaint is telling you go up stairs or outside after ordering... no thanks! Also, I went to grab the food and had a weird interaction as they forgot my fries and then I went back to get them and they wanted my name, but they never asked for a name on the order... Then a guy just gave me the rest of my order... Weird. Good food, but strange interactions with staff made it a little unpleasent.

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John's Roast Pork absolutely deserves ALL the hype! This was one of our must-visit food stops while…read morein Philadelphia, and it did not disappoint. If you're coming to Philly and want to try an iconic local sandwich, you NEED to put this place on your list. The Roast Pork sandwich was phenomenal. The pork was incredibly juicy, packed with flavour, and you could really taste the quality. The brine they use is fantastic, giving the meat so much flavour without taking away from the pork itself. Even the bun deserves some love because it was excellent and brought the whole sandwich together perfectly. You can tell there's a lot of care and attention to detail going into the food here. We also ordered the mozzarella sticks and really enjoyed those, too! Another highlight was getting to see the owner and briefly chat with him. He seemed like a genuinely great dude, and it was cool getting to meet someone behind a place that clearly takes so much pride in what they do. Overall, John's Roast Pork is an absolute MUST when visiting Philadelphia. The quality, flavour, and care that go into the food make it easy to understand why this place has such a legendary reputation. Honestly, if you're planning a Philly food trip, John's Roast Pork and Angelo's Pizzeria near the Italian Market are the two spots you absolutely cannot miss! Both lived up to the hype, and we're so glad we got to experience them for ourselves. For more food, travel, brewery, hiking, hotel, and destination reviews, check out our YouTube channel A&M Roam and follow along with Angela and Mike as we travel, eat, drink, hike, and goof around!

Ordered a large Pork Roast Sandwich, Large Mushroom Steak and Cheese, and an order of onion rings…read more The onion rings were soooo good. The cheese steak took a close second but the pork roast was not my thing. I think I'm an outlier because everyone else loved their pork roast sandwich. Sandwiches were huge and stuffed with meat. Service was very friendly but a little slow. There were plenty of seats in the covered outdoor seating area or around the corner in the uncovered area. Street parking was easy to find.

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3.2(4.9k reviews)
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Have not been to Pats in a very long time I went to see a…read moreconcert in Philly I'm from Staten Island After the show Pats is 24hrs & only 15mins away it's was a no brainer. I know there are a ton of cheesesteak places In Philly but at midnight all of them but Pats & Geno's are open & I soooooooooo prefer Pats I ordered 3 cheesesteaks 2 with onions & Cheese Whiz 1 with onions & Cooper Sharp Cheddar All EXTRA CHEESESTEAKS!! The price for regular $19 With extra $21 Worth the price it's stuffed properly & also Ordered Fries & Stewarts Root Beer Impressions The Cooper Sharp was filled with & the bread was soft The flavor was really good & the Fries had a nice crunchy coating Which I devoured My rating 4/5 Fuhgeddabouits They only reason it didn't get a 5 is I've had cheesesteaks that knocked my socks off from other places But for a midnight munch Pats is def a go to

A stand alone building on a triangle island in South Philly. Parking is...good luck, lol. My friend…read morewanted to come here because it was in a scene in 'Creed.' This is a no frills place with outdoor only seating. Order your cheese steak at one window, order drinks & sides at the other. A nice and different experience, but nothing to rave about. Staff is all about business, they get the stuff out to you quick, & there are even signs that warn you to know what you want before you walk up to the window. There's another cheese steak place VERY nearby (that's all I'll say) that I like better. This was still nice just to switch it up. Grades: Cooper Cheese Steaks: B-

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