5 stars for the old owners. 1 star for new-now old owners. Why change the recipe that made this place a peninsula legend? I grew up coming here. I would have bought the business had I known it was for sale. AND I WOULDNT HAVE CHANGED A DAMN THING. I miss those jersey shore cartoon posters and shooting the breeze with the crew. RIP read more

Welp hate to say it, but their glory days have been long gone since new management took over. I noticed once the old familiar workers were gone, portions kept getting smaller, prices were being raised almost every few months, then stripping out the old decor to make it more hip I knew it was going to be all down hill from there.... Aaaaaand now they're closed down...Old Jersey's had one of the best Philly cheesesteaks in the peninsula, sad to see it gone when the old team left. Last team to own this store was just Jersey Joe's in name only and just a facade of what it once was. read more

Jersey Joe's - How do you say no to this pepperoni, mushroom, and sautéed onion cheesesteak?! - Sandwiches Near Me - San Carlos, California

Jersey Joe's has been around for a long time. Last time I was here was three years ago. The restaurant has been remodeled, but the menu is still the same. I like the ability to either order on-line or the self service kiosk. I ordered the cheesesteak, and my other half ordered the cheesesteak with peppers. We also ordered a side of garlic parmesan cheese fries. Something about comfort food. It brings you back. Even though the restaurant has been remodeled, the food is still just as good as I remembered when I first came here 15 years ago. read more

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They recently did a remodel and have more food options. I would say the price was a little higher for things, but not outrageous. Loved the kids meals they had with these little cars that they are packaged in. My 5 and 2 year old thought they were awesome too. The guy working the counter was super helpful. All the ordering was on a kiosk which was efficient to see what was included. Meat portions were good. We got the original special one chicken and one Philly cheesecake. It was bomb. The Neapolitan shake was good - not sure if I'd get it again, but it was worth a try. My husband loved the beer he got (it was a sour). Good vibes and overall we plan to return. It's a far drive for us, but we find it worth it when we can make the trip. read more

The best Philly Cheesesteak sandwiches so far! After going here for YEARS, years ago. We were in search of the best cheesesteak place and still haven't compared to Joe's. We always come back. We are still looking for another with the same size, quality, quantity, taste and price just to look...haha. Been to Philadelphia already where the best Philly's are but still not the same. I still love Joe's Zucchini sticks and even their fries. We sometimes, order it to go but it's just not the same. It's always best to order and eat everything there. I didn't go here for a bit and they finally did a nice makeover with more tables, some high tables but with those metal square chairs. Not the most comfy but it's not for you to linger all day. It's their statement of get out of their; we gotta serve the other folks! Haha Comfortable and modern. They now offer wines, other beers, hard seltzers and other beverages like Starbucks, tea, milk, water, etc. They also have cold salads and coleslaw, too. The other menu items they had are still the same but I notice the $3 milkshake and now have happy hour prices during the weekday on beer and fries; not bad. Service is still good and friendly. Pretty fast on their service as they make it hot and fresh for you. Will be going here for years to come and have brought others. They love it, too. There is another location in Half Moon Bay but too far. Totally recommend this place [43R,2024] read more

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If you have a craving for a philly cheesesteak, this is the place that will satisfy your craving! Came here for an early dinner, not a lot of people there. Ordering was a bit difficult due to a language barrier with the cashier. Inside the restaurant felt like an upscale pub without the bar. The food was great, packed with meat as you can see, and the garlic parmesan fries were so good! Coming back when I have another craving for a philly cheesesteak! read more

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I walked in. Fresh remodel, looks like they want to be the next chipotle or to start franchising the place. Logo, kiosk system, everything is brand new... the first thing I noticed though is that either my bread was not toasted or it was a whole new bread. I simply didn't like or remembered this staple. Still a decent cheesesteak, but I also been to Philadelphia and have had like 6 different ones.... Just didn't hit the same as this is a San Mateo county staple in my opinion. read more

Jersey Joe's - Philly - Sandwiches Near Me - San Carlos, California

My dad was a big fan of Jersey Joe's, and since he passed away I come here sometimes to have his favorite cheesesteak. They recently remodeled and it looks great! The staff members are also much friendlier now and I love the sign they have that reminds people to be nice. The wait usually isn't too long and there is plenty of parking. The cheesesteaks are good! I haven't been to Philadelphia so I can't speak to how authentic they are, but they are yummy! read more

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Food was excellent, but changed when new owners bought in!!! Too bad it closed been around for a long time ...

My spouse is always looking for a Philly cheesesteak place and it's slim pickins in the east bay. Enter Jersey Joes on the peninsula! Was heading down home from work and found this place on Yelp. It's legitimate. There are glass windows looking into the kitchen, and the cook is measuring out the freshest thinnest strips of beef. Next to him is the person at the grill doing her thang. If that's not fresh for you then I don't know what is. They have a huge expansive menu (that rotates so don't feel crazy if you thought you saw one thing and now it says another). If cheesesteak is not your thing they also have a selection of salads! And did i mention they also have alcohol? Am I in heaven?! Came here at lunch time around noon and not crowded at all. Solid sandwich place that I'll add to our rotation. read more

I used to love coming to Jersey Joe's until they put in these stupid touch panel things now it takes 10 minutes to order a sandwich. They also only serve wooden utensils. Been coming to Jersey Joe's for 20 years. This will be the last time ever. read more

Jersey Joe's - Sandwiches Near Me - San Carlos, California

Who goes to the Philly cheesesteak place and get a hamburger, me... I really don't know what I was thinking, but that hamburger was pretty damn good. Next time I'll ask for it to be medium, because they will prepare it well. Other than that, I got their Parmesan garlic fries that were OK and a can of Pilsner. The place has about three kiosks that I think they prefer you order on, but you can order at the counter. The guy that took my order was friendly enough and my order was ready in about 15 minutes. I kinda like the place. It seems like a good place to watch a game. Next time I come by, I will definitely pick up a Philly cheesesteak. read more

Jersey Joe's - Sandwiches Near Me - San Carlos, California

Something has changed here with Jersey Joes. I like the remodeling they have done but the cheese steak hoagie I got did not look or taste anything like the photo for my initial review. The chicken was diced/cubes instead of small strips resulting in not being grilled on all sides, cheese not being evenly distributed and bread tasting different - resulting in different taste overall. I hope that's not the case for other meats but I can't say as I always got chicken over all these years. I was genuinely saddened by this experience. :( read more

Jersey Joe's - Hoagie Style Cheesesteak Combo - Sandwiches Near Me - San Carlos, California

I'm not going to lie - my trip to Jersey Joe's was probably one of the most conflicting, back and forth experiences I've had in a while. For one, after passing by here a number of times over the years, it looked like nothing like what I remembered seeing before (arguably an improvement, depending on your flavor). More broadly, our visit got off to an odd, awkward start and yet, it probably ended up helping things turn out for the best! Which, in the end, has me now thinking about when I just might be coming back! Based on what I had seen the times I passed by in the parking lot and the photos I had seen on Yelp, I stepped into Jersey Joe's expecting to see a homely, mom-and-pop type of cheesesteak shop. Instead, the place looks like it's been freshly remodeled, with a far more modern and trendy-ish decor (with a huge TV, I might add). For a hot second, I was worried that the menu had also been changed, as I stepped in already knowing what I wanted to get, but their slate of cheesesteaks looked unchanged. In fact, if anything, it seems like it may have grown, as they now have grilled sandwiches and chicken tenders to go with their cheesesteaks, burgers, fish & chips, and sides. Even though their Original and Jersey Joe's cheesesteaks are listed as their recommended options, I couldn't resist the urge to go with their MONSTER CHEESESTEAK ($15.95 for original), which comes with Ribeye, White American Cheese, Grilled Onions, Mushrooms, Sweet Peppers, Hot Peppers, and Bacon, and made it a combo with a Soda and Fries for $5 more. Now, when I say this was beefy, I mean this was BEEFY. Not only was there a lot of meat, though, there was a good amount of bacon, mushrooms, and peppers. Plus, there the cheese melted throughout, which created a near creamy texture that tasted oh so good, and the bread was just about perfect (soft and slightly airy). The fries weren't bad either, though it needed a bit more salt and some pieces were weren't very crispy. As for the awkward start that I had mentioned, it stemmed from the worker telling me that I could only order to-go, as they were already starting to shut down for the night. Mostly because he didn't say anything until I had already started to pay, but also because it was about 30 mins before their listed closing hour. What's more, they still seemed to be getting a lot of business, as someone came in to order after me and a few other folks walked in to pick up their online orders/deliveries (another person got turned away as I was leaving). All that being said, it worked out anyways, as I was already planning on ordering to-go, and even if I wasn't, I still would've needed a box for my leftovers (I could only eat half of my order). Regardless of how my meal went down, there's little doubt in my mind of how good Jersey Joe's cheesesteaks are. Plaza Gourmet in Foster City has historically been my favorite, but it looks like they might need to make some space! FOUR AND A HALF STARS rounded up - I'll most definitely be back! read more

Jersey Joe's - Monster Cheesesteak - Ribeye, White American Cheese, Grilled Onions, Mushrooms, Sweet Peppers, Hot Peppers, and Bacon with Fries - Sandwiches Near Me - San Carlos, California

Found ourselves in this area at an off time not quite dinner but after lunch on a Sunday when most places were closed, and this was one of the few places open, luckily I adore Philly cheesesteaks. This has a sports bar kinda vibe with a lot of giant tv screens, a darkish atmosphere with booths, casual with a largish menu. We got their sandwich with melted cheese, a basic, and it was edible, decent, but can't crow too much more than that about it. Their fries were good. Slathered it in mustard, and kept the hunger at bay. The service was super friendly and efficient, it's an order at the counter, grab a seat, they call your name and you pick it yup. It's in a strip mall, so parking is easy and free. The prices are good and portions large enough to share many times over. We saw many families go in, seeming to be a popular place among locals. read more

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I like jersey joes. quality cheesesteaks. probably the best you will find out of the east coast. they are very friendly - customer seems to be king/queen. the atmosphere is fun - they have good beers. the only down fall is location but i would say it's worth the drive. give it a shot - good solid place to eat. the bay fries are good too. read more

Jersey Joe's - so damn good! - Sandwiches Near Me - San Carlos, California

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Honestly, I'm glad they closed permanently. Once the establishment was sold to new owners, they completely tarnished the quality of the food and ruined everything that once made this place special. The love, care, and intention the original owners put into the food was gone. The ambiance felt cold and off, and the kiosk-style ordering only emphasized the loss of connection. I used to live in EPA, and this spot was my family's go-to for a Philly cheesesteak. Even after we moved to Fremont, we would still drive all the way out just to eat here. But once ownership changed, everything went downhill-from the food to the overall experience. read more

I've tried going here before, but I guess they were possibly closed for remodel? We went here, and it was pretty packed. It looked like half the store was closed off for remodel? They have eating areas outside and inside.   The lady who took my order was nice and helpful. There were so many items to choose from I didn't know where to start.     We ordered: 1. Mozzarella sticks - Super fresh, and it had great cheese pull. 2.  Original cheesesteak combo - Had to start off with the classic. It was piping hot and fresh.  The bread was so fluffy, and the meat and cheese just melted in your mouth.  Don't judge me, but it reminded me of a fresh fluffy meat and cheese piroshki. Some people might call it blasphemy, but that's what it reminds me of.   We had it with garlic french fries that were nice and crispy. 3. BBQ  Beast Burger - You can order this in a single or a double.  This is not your ordinary bacon western cheeseburger. It is SO SO much more!!! The thick pieces of bacon with the ginormous onion rings. Smackin.. perfect ratio of patty and toppings. For this one, we got the Island Bacon Bliss Fries. I can only tell you it had cheese and bacon. I'm not sure what else, but it was yummy goodness. The lady who took my order recommended this. They charge extra for dips, but I need me my ranch. I can't wait to go back and try the mac n cheese, fish sticks and fries, and milkshakes. Highly recommend! They need to refill their sodas, though there were a lot that were not available. read more

Jersey Joe's - BBQ Beast Burger with Island Bacon Bliss Fries - Sandwiches Near Me - San Carlos, California

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Heard very good thing as about this place. It's only 10 minutes away from my job so I figured I'd give them a try. I did have high expectations coming in based on the good reviews I had heard. The staff was friendly and worked diligently to get orders out quickly. The cheesesteak was so good!! The bread was nice and soft and the meat was flavorful and very cheesy. I will certainly be back for their cheesesteaks and I highly suggest trying this place if you have not! read more

Jersey Joe's - Sandwiches Near Me - San Carlos, California

I love this place! We come here nearly every week and honestly they have the best cheesesteaks I've ever had and I don't say that lightly. Even low carb they are so tasty! I keep forgetting to take pics but one day I'll stop long enough to do so. FOOD: they have a great variety to choose from. Although cheesesteaks are their main thing, they also do burgers and grilled sandwiches. The grilled cheese is really good and I've been dying to try the chili burger, but their cheesesteak is so amazing that I get it every time. I also love the zucchini fries which are made fresh as is everything else. I wasn't a big fan of the garlic fries, but I appreciate that all the french fries are handmade fresh. On top of all that they have homemade brownies and a freestyle Coke machine, which is a huge plus in my book.. SERVICE: service here is always top notch and everyone is so friendly. They package everything well and so it travels great. COST: it's really hard to complain about anything here. The prices are reasonable for how much food you get so keep that in mind when you are ordering a whole bunch of stuff. read more

Stopped by this restaurant after a flight. Had an empty belly and it turned into a full one very quickly. Crispy fries, fresh meat, and good sauce. Bread did get soggy so you have to eat quickly. read more

My roommates asked me if I wanted them to pick something up from this place, I looked at the menu and saw the BBQ Chicken and the pizza fries. They had me sold at pizza fries if I'm being honest. They picked it up and brought it home and it was so good! The price was pretty expensive but worth every last bit! They were pretty quick too! And the food was fresh! Bravo and well done! I literally had nothing left and all in the comfort of my own home! read more

Half a pound of ribeye i can buy all day long for $3-4 Ribeyes are $7-$10 a lb and im not buying hundreds of pounds which means you can get it for way less Dont make excuses Wingstop ranch is a million times better and its ranch Not dill!!! List yours as dill dip because its NOT ranch! Concentrate on improving what customers are saying about your business instead of trying to belittle them!!! read more

You know this place is worth it when you're willing to pay bridge toll just for the food! I was introduced to this place by a friend. Her husband ordered some cheesesteaks to go and brought it home for us to have for our lunch! Now that I'm pregnant, it slowly crept into my cravings! The meat to bread and cheese ratio is just perfect! I prefer the jersey joes and got my daughter the original! They're currently having a $3 milkshake deal! So if you want milkshakes for $3 come by! I haven't tried any other cheesesteak sandwiches yet but will be coming back more often. The service was quick, I was expecting to have to wait a bit longer for my order but that's probably because I went a bit after dinner rush hour. read more

Great cheese steaks! Whenever I am in the San Carlos area for work, I tend to go to this place. They have great cheese steaks and even combos with beer. I have tried a couple of different options and always have been satisfied. Not sure why other people are complaining but everything has been good to me. read more

Jersey Joe's - Sandwiches Near Me - San Carlos, California

I have had it. I'm done with this place. The "new owners" skimp & cut corners on EVERYTHING to maximize profits SAD. I ordered a regular mushroom steak It came out on a hot dog bun. 2 mushroom Very little cheese for $15. I'm so disgusted. They expected a tip but I ordered from a kiosk. Stick to serving the 20 somethings stoned out of their minds. They just want food There are signs posted everywhere that say be nice to the staff. With low quality food, the cut every corner on. The sign is necessary. . The Philly memorabilia is gone The booths are gone. The steak cut fries are gone. This is NOT a good Cheesesteak. I hope it goes out of business soon read more

Jersey Joe's - Best fries around. - Sandwiches Near Me - San Carlos, California

First time back since the remodel and sadly will be our last time. No way that this is ribeye. It's tough and has tendons. My husband was a butcher for years and has never seen ribeye like that. The meat is thick and not sliced or chopped like it was previously. We asked the worker if it was ribeye and he said he wasn't sure, which really makes us think it isn't. Fries are dry and over cooked... the brown brick walls are ugly and we miss all the cool photos. My husband used to brag about this place and now its just nothing special. So disappointing. Make jersey joes great again. read more

Jersey Joe's - Sandwiches Near Me - San Carlos, California

There is no better place to get a steak and cheese on the peninsula. The team is above & beyond! read more

Jersey Joe's - The amazing chocolate brownies! - Sandwiches Near Me - San Carlos, California

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I would say this is the best cheese steak in the Bay Area as far as authentic Philly style! New owners cleaned it up and we all know that's scary as far as change but they did a great job at cleaning the place up and a even better job making sure the flavor stood the same!!! read more

This place got a makeover! Looks a little bit more modernized. Great place to get cheesesteaks. Made fresh and hot that the first bite always burns your mouth. I ordered a chocolate milkshake the other day and that was just okay. Didn't really have much chocolate in it. Not sure what it is but they have the best brownies. read more

STOP WHAT YOU'RE DOING AND EXIT PAGE, DO NOT EAT HERE. NEW MANAGEMENT and NEW RECIPES. They were doing so well but I was told by an employee that french fries changed about a week ago for better quality. HA! If better quality includes deep fried crunchy fries then you can keep your "quality". HUGE disappointment to expect one thing and be given another. To add insult to injury, I asked for grilled onions again and again got nothing but BURNT ONION PEELS. This is the 3rd time I have had a bad experience with new ownership and the last. BYE FELICIA! PS I miss the old owners... read more

I was craving cheesesteaks one day and had to try out Jersey Joe's because it was the highest reviewed cheesesteak spot nearby while I was in Belmont. I ordered it for pick up so my experience is different than eating there, but overall I still felt the experience left a lot to be desired. The staff were very friendly and helpful. They prepared the food relatively quickly for pick up which was a plus. What I ordered was the Original Cheesesteak Combo ($14.95). Pretty standard price overall. The cheesesteak itself was okay, but it definitely felt like something was missing to elevate the flavor. The combination of ribeye, white American cheese, and grilled onions needed something more for me personally. You can add sauces like marinara, mayo, bbq, etc. but they didn't sound like appealing options either. I personally didn't love the bread, but the ribeye and grilled onions were decent. Overall a 7/10 The fries were definitely some of the worst fries I've had. They didn't taste fresh at all and had a cardboard like flavor. The texture wasn't great either and they lacked a lot of flavor. Not even salt or ketchup could salvage it. I definitely would avoid the fries and just get the cheesesteak by itself. 1/10 for the fries. Personally, I'm pretty iffy on being a returning customer because there were aspects of Jersey Joe's that they did okay, but can also be a big miss. The service is great, but the food and quality I wish was a lot better. read more

Jersey Joe's - Original Cheesesteak Combo ($14.95) - Sandwiches Near Me - San Carlos, California

Food is yum! By far one of the best cheesesteaks we've had around the peninsula. Came in on a Sunday afternoon around 1:45ish. Quite a bit of people. Most tables were already taken but no one line, most of them just waiting for their order. Currently their soda machine is not working so if you make it a combo they offer you 2 soda cans. Water & ice are working though. I ordered the original cheesesteak. I like mine pretty basic, and that way the kids can have some if they'd like. Comes out super hot and fresh. The bread is so soft and the meat is just piled on thick. My husband ordered the jersey joes cheesesteak. An upgrade from mine with just a little bit more. But just like mine, meat is piled on. They do not lack on portions. For our kids, we ordered the chicken tenders. It comes with fries and 2 pieces of chicken and for $3.50 more, you can get 2 more pieces of chicken instead of ordering another basket. As I've mentioned, they do not lack in portion size so fries were plenty which is why we opted to just add 2 more pieces. Tenders do come with ranch. Ketchup, bbq sauce & hot sauce are complimentary but their house made sauces are an extra charge and tbh the ranch is not worth it. Runny and missing the ranch flavor profile. I usually love my chicken with ranch but this time I believe it tasted much better with ketchup. Definitely a go-to when craving cheesesteak or just in the area. read more

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Many years and several remodels of their dining area later, still a solid cheesesteak. I'm attaching news pics of their menu since that too has changed many times over the years. read more

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WOW, I didn't expect Jersey Joe's to have such an AMAZING BURGER! This is easily one of the best I've ever had. The patty was incredibly juicy and tender, cooked with a hint of smoky goodness from the grill. The bun was toasted to perfection, and all toppings tasted fresh. Honestly, the quality is so good. It's a gourmet burger at a way lower price. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND trying their burgers! read more

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By far the best cheesesteaks in the area. Go for the 1/2 pound ribeye with grilled onions and peppers and provolone. Recently remodeled, you still place your order at the counter and pay in advance, comfortable but not fancy. The fish and chips and burgers are also on point here, don't forget to get a cold draft and a tasty brownie for dessert. read more

Food is always delicious, huge portions, and great customer service. Love their brown, astetic vibe. Great beer selection! read more

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Food: solid cheesesteaks. Good fish and chips. Service: order at the counter and given a number. Sit anywhere. Vibe: this place was given an interior facelift. It doesn't even look like the same joint! Has tvs. Has one of the big coke dispensing machines for soda. Parking is free and in plenty. read more

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The Jersey Joe's Cheesesteak, which was the recommended menu option, was the most amazing Philly Cheesesteak I have ever had! They served large portion sizes that were loaded with beefsteak, cheese, and all the other goodness. The ribeye meat was thinly sliced and perfectly seasoned. We also ordered a side of Garlic Parmesan Fries and a vanilla milkshake, which were both very delicious! I like the flexibility of their menu; you can make substitutions and customize your own cheesesteak. We did not have to wait long for our food, and there was plenty of open seating to dine-in. read more

Jersey Joe's - Jersey Joe's Cheesesteak - Sandwiches Near Me - San Carlos, California

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There's something weird about the place since their recent remodel. It's a completely sterile environment now, not at all inviting anymore. Look around: do you see the *name* of the place anywhere inside? You don't, it's really weird. Like they ordered and posted generic 'EAT HERE!'-like signs. Nothing about it seems personal now. But there *is* signage about being nice to the staff. That is just...strange. I get it: there are jerks everywhere. But signs like that? You're not going to reach those who need it; it just makes the rest of us wonder what is going on with your clientele. Why bring attention to the possibility you might see other patrons act up while you are there, just wanting to enjoy your meal? Strikes me as either a passive/aggressive response; or that they're too timid to confront bad behavior in real time. Either way, it doesn't make customers you do want feel comfortable. (I mean... do you want to dine at a place where bad behavior is frequent enough or serious enough to require signs?) The booths are gone now. That's bad. Used to be able to see into the kitchen easily. Now, it's as if there is a concerted, intentional effort to shield it from view. Weird. Used to be an inviting place to go (especially for youth sports groups). Now.... not so much. And the ordering kiosks.... No. Just no. Those are for fast food, not somewhere like this. I didn't see a tip jar, but if there is one, that's an insult. The food is still pretty good but I would do take-away only. It's no longer a nice place to sit, eat, and watch the game. read more