Old school, no frills, great food! Service is excellent and it will be my go to whenever I am in the Syracuse area.

Philly Cheesesteaks are one of our favorite things. We pretty much have to try one wherever we go. Most places around here have them on their menu, and sometimes it feels like a black hole when most places use the same stock frozen meat and whatever they feel like for the rest. We seek out places like this who hold them to a higher standard. (Usually the places that have "Cheesesteak" or "Philadelphia" in their names.) The litmus test is whether or not they offer whiz as an option. These were miles above the stuff you'd get from a non-Philly branded place in Syracuse, but on the lower end of the good tier. We would definitely ask for extra dressing/whiz on our next order, because they were disappointingly dry. It seemed like an oxymoron to order Whiz Wit and have it come out dry. With that said though, all the ingredients were amazing. The bread is light, pretty much a full on sub roll. The meat was tender and tasted legit. Nothing weird, stringy or clearly frozen. The Smokey Horseradish Dijon kind of got lost in the shuffle. Same meat as the philly, but the mild kick from the mustard didn't really match what a focus on cheese would have done. The chicken cordon bleu was solid. The minced chicken was actually pretty moist. We added cherry peppers, which took it to another level and I would now never go without. Minced chicken is hit or miss for me, but I rolled the dice for chicken cordon bleu and hit the jackpot. These guys aren't my favorite "authentic" Philly in Syracuse, but they hold down the north side just fine. I'd be happy to eat here any time, and the prices are pretty good as well. read more

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I lived in Philly so I have a pretty high standard. I was super hopeful about this place since they use Amorosa rolls. The meat was chopped to the point it tasted like ground beef, but it was devoid of fat, salt, seasoning or moisture like it had been boiled. The cheese was also lacking flavor like they watered it down. Very disappointing experience. read more

After reading mixed reviews I give this 4/5. Portion was good for price and cheese steak was better than the other ones I've tried in Syracuse. Closes to real Philly without going to Philly and onion rings were good too read more

I moved from Philadelphia to Syracuse recently. And I LOVE a good cheesesteak. Today, the craving for a chicken cheesesteak was more than I could handle. I found Gino's and was happy to see a place that touted Amoroso Rolls and real Philly Cheesesteaks! I was crossing my fingers SO HARD that it could be real. The verdict: This hit the spot. My only critique is that I wish it were a bit greasier and a bit more cheese. Mine was a bit dry and the chicken could've done with a bit finer of a chop. BUT that is an easy fix when ordering (I'm guessing). My partner enjoyed his as well - he got a regular cheesesteak (with long hots). He had the exact same critique as I did - just a bit dry. Still, this place hits the spot for anyone looking for a good cheesesteak in an area that is pretty "steak desolate." My partner and I will definitely be ordering from Gino's again! So glad to have a good place nearby. read more

Gino's Original Cheesesteaks - Cheesesteak with longhots - Cheesesteaks Near Me - North Syracuse, New York

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Owner Gino Epifani opened Gino's Cheesesteaks at 458 S. Main St. in North Syracuse in June 2012. Gino's serves a variety of sandwiches, including the classic cheesesteak, using bread "imported" from Philadelphia with beef sliced by hand at the shop and Cheese Whiz (or American or Provolone if you prefer). But they also offer several variations: There's a Steak and Egg for breakfast, or a "Utica' Philly topped with Utica Greens, for example. The "Valley" is filled with onions and mushrooms. Cheesesteaks should be pretty easy and delicious, right? Steak with some cheese on bread. But for some reason, I've never been able to find one I really enjoyed. Every one I've had I've found to be bland and underseasoned and just lacking in the flavor department. I decided to try Gino's after a friend recommended them. I went on a lunch break and went for the Fireman's Special, a cheese steak with Whiz and hot peppers. Sandwich was made fresh and quickly while I waited. Grabbed a side of fries to go with it as well. The inside of the restaurant is decently kept. You can watch the cooks make your food as you wait, and there's a bar that wraps around the cooking area, with a bunch if chairs around it to eat at. I found the chairs to be too high compared to the wrap around table to comfortably eat ear, so I decided to take my food out front to the picnic tables since it was a nice day. I got a whole sandwich, and they are a definitely a decent size. I was not able to eat it all, especially cause they completely pack the bread with meat and toppings. But, I wasn't too impressed, for a couple reasons. First off, it was EXTREMELY messy to eat. Yeah, I know it's a cheesesteak and they're not exactly the cleanest meal to eat, but this was even worse than normal. On top of it being pretty greasy, the bread was far too soft to hold the amount of filling they pack into the sandwiches. It's great that they don't skimp you on filling, but it makes it almost impossible to even pick up the sandwich without it completely falling apart and making a mess when the bread just isn't sturdy enough. Secondly, the hot peppers were very hot. Which was partly my fault, as I asked for hot peppers, but they were almost unedible for me. Now, that's on me, but aside from the heat from the peppers, I had the same problem I always have with Cheesesteaks...there just wasn't any flavor. It was just bland, underseasoned steak meat, and even the cheese whiz itself didn't lend much in the flavor department. Employees were alright. Weren't rude, but weren't exactly extremely welcoming either. Prices were decent. A whole sandwich, side of fries, and can of soda came to around $12. Overall, I WOULD try them again. The bread was decent, though it wasn't strong enough, and they had great fries. I think I may enjoy another option more, something with some sauce to maybe give the meat itself some flavor, like their pizza steak option. But a plain old cheesesteak from here simply isn't giving me what I want. read more

Gino's Original Cheesesteaks - Cheesesteaks Near Me - North Syracuse, New York

We ordered 2 cheesesteaks to go from Gino's Cheesesteaks in North Syracuse THANK GOODNESS I decided to use a fork and knife on my sandwich. When I cut into the center of it, there was a huge glob of hair in there, like it had been pulled out of the drain and stuck in my sandwich, I almost lost my cookies!! I called them immediately, there were two young guys there that told me I could bring it back and they would make me another one (no thanks!) and told me I could call back the next day and talk to the manager. Well, I called the next day and they wanted me to bring it back to them. The sight of it made me sick and I just threw it in the garbage (after I took a photo). Well, they pretty much called me a liar and a scammer just trying to get a refund, etc. Makes me sick every time I drive by that place. Needless to say, never again. read more

Gino's Original Cheesesteaks - a dead shrimp - Cheesesteaks Near Me - North Syracuse, New York

This cheese steak is amazing, delivery was fast and hot on arrival. I will be back for sure

Better than all of the other cheesesteaks I've had in town. Bread was just right. Firm yet soft. It held up well on the 20 min car ride home, it didnt get mushy or fall apart when I ate it. Will definitely be coming back. read more

Great service and great sandwich. I had a cheese steak topped with Utica greens and it was great. Great value too, huge sandwich. Will be back. read more

Cheesesteaks ! Philly cheesesteaks ! Who doesn't love them !!?? It's great to have Philly cheesesteaks in Syracuse..except you won't find them here. The short story is that I visited Gino's, that appears to try to capitalize on the name of Philly's famous Genos but, falls miserably short of any Philadelphia authentic famous standards.They claim to "import" their rolls from Philadelphia...well imports aren't always better. Long story short is I ordered a cheesesteak wiz, wit, fries and a soda which came to 11 bucks. I waited almost 10 minutes until my order was ready ( no problem with the wait). The cheesesteak and fries were delivered on a plastic tray with the sandwich very tightly wrapped in wax paper. Why wrap it in paper when I ordered in?? I eagerly tried to unwrap my sandwich and encountered wax paper saturated in grease and cheese wiz. Please, place the meat and cheese inside the roll ! I could not even take a picture of the sandwich because my hands were so greasy. I could not find the expected peppers and onions so, I suspect my order was not properly made. Eventually, a cheesesteak was revealed after much unwrapping. The meat was packed in the center and with no meat at the ends. Also, by wrapping the sandwich so tightly, the bread was soggy with grease, the cheese wiz coated the outside of the roll and it was impossible to eat without grabbing a soggy, greasy piece of roll. I have never had a real Philly cheesesteak served on soggy bread like this.The cheese wiz was not of the gendre found in Philly. This cheese wiz was overpowering with its artificial cheddar cheese flavor. To add insult to injury, the meat itself was overcooked and included the unpleasant surprise of burnt, acrid scrapings from the grill. The expected onions, peppers and mushrooms were no where to be found on this sandwich. The fries were golden and delicious looking. While slightly crispy on the outside, they were awfully mushy and entirely flavorless inside. They cost $2.50 for a small portion size. By the way, the can of soda was great ! read more

Gino's Original Cheesesteaks - You'll smell like the greasy food after 20 seconds inside... - Cheesesteaks Near Me - North Syracuse, New York

Unfortunately will never visit again. The service was fast but I was the only person ordering at the time. The meat was chopped more than ground beef, and unseasoned. Plus the food gave me food poisoning. I had high hopes for this place due to reviews, and I was very hungry for a cheesesteak. Very disappointing. read more

Stopped in to test out the steaks. Got the original, Cheese Whiz & Onions. Staff makes everything to order right in front of you. Lots of neat-looking options beyond the original steak that I'll have to stop back and try. Got my sandwich to go figuring I'd take it back to work, but I ate the whole thing in the parking lot. Good stuff! read more

Gino's Original Cheesesteaks - Steak, wiz, wit. - Cheesesteaks Near Me - North Syracuse, New York

Man taking orders should pay attention better. The sandwich was meh . Got it with onions peppers n mushrooms I asked if they were extra in which guy said no he'd throw some in. 1.50 extra n one mushroom little onion little tiny could barely see peppers. Come on people wake up. Be honest n throw some vegetables on your sandwiches. Not impressed won't come back! read more

Craving my favorite sandwich, I decided to try Gino's as it's rated best in the area... after having their classic cheesesteak, I'm on the fence. Sandwiches are served on traditional Amoroso rolls from Philly, as they should be, onions and peppers were well done, just like I like, but the overall flavor fell flat. The steak was closer to unseasoned taco meat what I'm used to on a cheesesteak... even the whiz wasn't enough to get it there. A sprinkle of salt and pepper helped. The service was fast and friendly and the sandwiches are made to order. Because of that, I'll certainly go back and give it another go. read more

The best cheesesteak around. I get the Utica greens cheesesteak every time, so good. Usually, I'm on time for the lunch special, fairly busy but always accessible with "beyond expectations". Staff is top notch. I started coming here while on lunch break because my brother and I were offered a free lunch on them after they had seen our catastrophe earlier that summer day, funny story. read more

Made to order. Fast service. Dead at noon during the work week which was unexpected based on the positive review history. Went with the Philly original. Smaller sandwich than expected. Onions, peppers, mushrooms were a hidden upcharge. Taste was bland and the meat was over chipped. Not wow'd but Just ok. Probably won't be back. read more

Great Cheese Steaks We just got into Syracuse and tried this spot. Great food and service

I wanted to love it here because we need a good Philly Cheesesteak place in Syracuse, but it was awful. Bland dry meat, crappy cheese and a soggy mess. I threw mine out. Tried again and same 2 weeks later. Also, change your bread - good bread will change the grease situation. I had a Cheesesteak in Philly last weekend at Tony Luke's. Guys, go to Philly and learn asap, how to make these sammies. Do it right and you guys will have lines out the door. read more

Stopped in for lunch, had the Belly Buster, onion rings and a water. great portion size, Usually just get american cheese, decided to try the whiz cheese, was not impressed, plus the meat was bland and not much flavor, onion rings were standard frozen rings. I want to like this place, but just not there yet read more

Great value for the money. I like the belly pleaser or what ever that call it. Enough for two people to share. Seating is very limited, and the place doesn't have any ambience to it at all, its rather run down and really needs a face lift. But the food is good read more

Every sandwich I've had is phenomenal. Fire mans xtra hot the steak and egg. Everything. So delicious and great quality. Sad I moved out of state and can no longer enjoy this great food! I got my fix before I left read more

One of my favorite local spots! The sandwiches are huge and always good. My favorite is the Chicken BLT and the fries are amazing!! They are following covid guidelines. We ordered for pickup and it was ready within 10 minutes. read more

Went for the first time tonight. Easy quick and great. Our cheesesteaks were cooked perfectly with a ton of meat on them. The whiz is awesome. Friendly staff. Will definitely be back to try some of their other options but can't wait to eat another one. read more

Great chicken Cheesesteak. I would have given it 5 stars had my sandwich not been lukewarm.

Doesn't get better!!! First time, won't be the last. Steak and potato qith peppers and shrooms...so so so good. Best I have had without question! read more

So close to home. We have eaten at Gino's numerous times. Never have been disappointed. Great restaurant with great food. Service is top notch. Thanks Gino's! read more

I've been too Pats and Geno's in Philly this place isn't like them but they get 4 stars for a solid effort to an original Philly Steak. Best Philly Cheese steak in Syracuse and you can get Whiz just like the Philly Locals like it. read more

The first few times I ate here it was 5 stars! The last two times(within about a month) I have noticed they are pre-cooking the steak and then reheating to order. Just my opinion but the taste is not the same. Still good but not 5 star read more

This place is AMAZING! I love cheese steaks and this is definitely one of the top 2 places Ive ever gotten a cheese steak. if you don't go here your really missing out! The owner really seems to know cheese steaks and care about his product. Hope this place thrives! read more

Great fresh made cheesesteak diner. Plenty of options and great portions. Fries are very complimentary.

I went there for my first time today and loved it. Very friendly employees and great food. The fries are the best in CNY, hands down. I'm dead serious when I say that. I will definitely go there again soon to try some of the various menu items. It's not just cheesesteaks here! read more

i love ginos. they're business is a hidden gem to the community. i get their philly cheesesteak with peppers onions & mushrooms w/ american cheese. so full of flavor! it's a really good size as well, they don't skimp with the meat. also, very reasonably priced. i'd recommend ginos to anyone! read more

Just had one of their cheesesteak sandwich,and it was really good.Had lots of meat,peppers and onions with wiz.I got to say that it was a surprise to find a decent CS in Syracuse.The place is a hole in the wall but who cares if you get a good sandwich. read more

First time there will definitely return. Steak and blue cheese was excellent. Great service

I stopped in with a friend and got the Bellybuster with Utica Greens, liked the first one so much that I ordered another to-go. Easily the best cheesesteak I've ever had. Service is friendly and efficient, best bang for your buck in town read more

Same old story. My wife and I bought 2 cheese steak sandwiches. They call them the "Belly Filler" to go. My wife ordered mozzarella cheese, mayo and did not get either. I ordered marinara sauce which cost 60 cents, and did not get. Three mistakes on two sandwiches. I read the reviews on Gino's Original Cheese Steaks after the fact. Missing items for takeout seem happen quite a bit. I'd also like to mention that the sandwiches are average at best. The one That rises to the top is a cheesesteak sandwich, missing cheese! Just to disallow any thought of mistaking the order by us, We were asked twice. read more

Awesome service great food. Best cheese steak in Syracuse. Fast friendly at a great price

Been there twice in 2 Weeks to get the Belly Buster Steak Sub. Very good. While I was there another customer told me she was getting the Chicken Wing Sub. She there ealier in the day and it was so good, she came back to get another one for dinner. Fries weren't anything to brag about. Will definitely make this a regular stop to try some of the other menu items. read more

Definitely the best cheese steak in Central NY. Great, fast, accurate service. Truly authentic cheese steaks, right down to the Amoroso's rolls. I can't wait to go back. read more