"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).

Food was amazing and the service was even better. The owner walked around making everyone feel like…read morethey belonged there.

This is hands down the best cheesesteak I've ever had - the prime rib is perfectly cooked and…read moreseasoned with just the right amount of heat (and you can get more with seasoning and hots), and the roll is ample enough to grab the juices and hold on to the fillings without being hard and crusty. Our experience here was especially delightful with an extended conversation with the owner Scott about the origin of Shay's, and his desire for this to be a safe place for everyone of all stripes to come and enjoy some Philadelphia hospitality and amazing food. It's clear this is a passion of his and he infuses that passion into every ounce of this place!

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.

Hands down the best cheese pizza I've ever had--really, really good pie! My only regret was…read moreordering just one. The ambiance is lively and fast-paced. Due to high demand when I visited, we had to place our order and return a bit later to pick it up, but it was well worth the wait. 10/10 pizza--don't second-guess it, it's a absolute must-try!

Overall It's a bit over rated. The staff is super friendly…read more The service is super fast. It's around $18 for a huge cheese steak. But the cheese steaks are just pretty good. Lots of hype for a cheese steak. I guess these folks do it the best. Maybe I just don't like them that much.

Went here to try out a Philly cheesesteak as a non local. Place wasnt too packed and food was made…read moreon the spot. We took it to go to eat by the water but place did have plenty of seating inside. The cheesesteak itself was delicious. I ate it all in one go. Took advantage that they had hot peppers you can take in to go containers and put some in my sandwich after taking a bite without. Good with. Good without. I recommend this place for a Philly cheesesteak. Location is great and food is delicious.

This place had a solid cheesesteak and quick service. We had a group of 6 and all got our food…read morefaster than expected The cheesesteak was good but I'd recommend getting some extra cheese. Comes with a lot of meat The fries were a bit bland in my opinion but they were very hot and were a solid combo smothered in ketchup w the cheesesteak. Walking down the street after eating here though, I saw two other places that i'd probably try before going back

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.

Very cool place and the cashier was very nice It looks so…read morecool inside. I am ordering the Mac and cheese heaven. I am so excited for it.

Food and service was terrific was extremely clean inside milkshakes rate over the topread more

Delicious sandwich but so messy. 1/4 the meat/cheese/extras fell out of the sandwich immediately…read moreand we had to eat with our hands. Also - no whiz available...on a Saturday night?? Nonetheless yummy. Would go back.

Now, Tony & Nick's Steaks…read more We have stopped in after Phillies games this season. While it looks identical to the old cheesesteak game, there seems to be a decline in quality compared to Tony Luke's. The rolls are smaller in circumference making them appear overstuffed from jump. They're still more than I can devour in one sitting, so that doesn't matter too much. But, the last few had less moisture in the grilled meat, and thus were less juicy and less enjoyable to mange. I've heard that T&N is on the market. Given the devolution of quality (and quantity) the need to get out from under the nut and take away some profit is understandable. Three Beefy Stars for what has become an average steak sandwich at best. CORRECTION: Ownership responded to my review and it is only fair I acknowledge the factual points made. He says there is more meat now than before under previous management. I stand corrected. It had been a couple of years since my last steak there, and my impression was affected by my memory of that sandwich and those from a long time ago. I do not want to cause harm and wish best of luck in future endeavors.

I've been hearing the hype about this place for a while. First time visiting today.. gotta say,…read moreVerona lives up to the hype. The cheesesteak is large and in charge, and hands down the best in the area (North Burbs). Quality bread, quality meat and cooper sharp, with a side of wings. Add football and you have the makings of a quality Sunday afternoon. The place is busy, so if you're placing an order be prepared to wait, but rest assured the wait is worth it. Also, the place is on the small side and was packed when I was there, so if you plan to dine in, also be prepared to wait. Glad to have this place so close by. Definitely check it out.

Kept hearing good things about Verona's cheesesteaks that I had to try one myself. The sandwich…read morewas over flowing with meat, the roll was good but had a hard time holding everything together. Overall good but not the best I've had. The chicken needed to be cut up more. The red sauce was on the sweet side. I did hear the chicken parm pizza was very good but it was gone before I could try a slice. We picked up and the place was full of to go orders with more staff behind the counter than you could count.

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-