Forget GPS. If you're having trouble finding Donkey's Place, let your nose do the searching. The…read moredelightful smell of onions and beef is an unmistakable alert of your arrival. Four of us visited on a Thursday at noon and sat at a four-top near the counter. We were warmly greeted upon entering and placed our order. Shortly after, magic was delivered to our table: * Onion rings - deep fried but not greasy...how is that even possible? * Seasoned fries - Old-bay style. The cheese sauce for dipping was the perfect addition * Sliced pickles - these made for a nice salty crunch! * Cheesesteaks - American cheese and fried onions...perfection. I especially loved the round poppyseed kaiser roll. The steak, cheese, and onions blended into an I-shouldn't-but-I-am-going-to-eat-this-entire-friggen-sandwich situation. Which I did. And I wasn't even uncomfortably stuffed afterward. It was meant to be. This place is super casual. We were on a lunch break (wearing business suits) but no one looked at us crooked. I didn't even care that my perfume was replaced by the beautiful aroma of the grill. It was worth every single calorie!

Have not had Donkey's in years, but found myself with a taste for it this week. Ordered a takeout…read morecheesesteak for lunch, and was a bit surprised. Usually the meat to bun ratio is on point, but this time the meat was a bit skimpy. I'm not sure if this is the new normal, as everything seems to be getting smaller and more expensive at the same time, or if this was a one off. The sandwich was still very flavorful and satisfying, hence 4 stars. Next time I may have to drive there and see if there's a difference.

Stopped in as I was in town for work and found this gem. Service was fantastic and even got some…read moregood real estate tips! Got a cheese steak the way I like it and it was everything you want a cheesesteak to be. I'll be back to try some of their other offerings. Pretty much takeout only, order through a window situation. Seriously will make a point to go back here. Fries were delicious too.

Made a quick stop for sandwiches and got a great quick meal that wasn't a chain. Great service too!read more

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!

Heard good things about this place, so I had to try it!…read more I was on a layover in Philadelphia and thought to myself, I have to get a good cheesesteak. I've heard great things from other crew members about this place, so I had to check it out. The shop itself is small and clean, and the staff was extremely friendly--honestly, friendlier than most people I've encountered in New York! I decided to go with the original cheesesteak, which comes with ribeye steak, fried onions, and Cooper Sharp cheese. When I finally found the place, I walked right in and there wasn't really a line to order. I got my order in right away, but I noticed there were about 10 people waiting for their food. After ordering, I ended up waiting about 25 minutes for one sandwich. To me, that was a little excessive and would probably keep me from coming back. There are plenty of other cheesesteak spots in Philadelphia that make a sandwich just as good, but get you your food much faster. That said, my rating is based on the cheesesteak itself and not the wait time. If I were rating the entire experience, this would probably be closer to three stars. As for the sandwich itself--it was hot, the meat was well seasoned and cooked to perfection, and it wasn't dry whatsoever. The Cooper Sharp cheese was melted throughout the sandwich, and there was just enough onion to complement the steak without overpowering it. The sandwich was a good size and had a generous amount of meat. You could really taste all of the individual elements, and they came together really well. Overall, it was a great cheesesteak. I understand that a freshly cooked sandwich takes time, but I was there around noon during the lunch rush, and I would expect a place like this to have sandwiches moving pretty quickly since everyone is there for lunch. Overall, it was a good experience. The staff was friendly, the cheesesteak was very good, and I'm glad I tried it. However, I probably wouldn't walk a mile to come back here again. Next time, I'll probably find a cheesesteak somewhere closer to the market and save myself the wait.

I love everything that I order from here, the only place that I order cheesesteaks, they are so…read morefull of meat, and the rolls are always fresh. I love their breakfast menu, they have grits and home fries, the family that owns this place is such amazing, loving people! The service is amazing...the ambiance is so heart-warming..

I ordered the chicken cheesesteak and it was awesome! The flavor of the chicken was a nice surpris!read 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.

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!

Still so so so good!…read more An update from last time: They now take credit card! I tried a 'new' combination this time, with the long hot whiz. I am glad to have tried it, but I'll be going back to my cooper sharp next time!

Amazing Philly! The chicken Philly was also great, i definitely recommend if you are in this part…read moreof New Jersey!

I was excited to knock another local cheesesteak spot off my list for lunch, and based on the…read morereviews I had hoped I was in for a real treat. Ordering ahead of time was easy, and my food was hot and ready when I arrived, which I appreciated. However, the parking is a bit of a problem, since the storefront is tucked into a narrow alley off Route 70, and there were a couple of close calls with cars while I was pulling in. The cheesesteak hoagie was $20, and sad to say, other nearby spots are putting out a better sandwich at that price point. The bread was not toasted much and the sandwich just was not as full as I expected. The meat itself was not bad, but it missed the mark on flavor. I also grabbed a danish off the counter as a last minute treat, and it did not taste anything like it looked, with a very bland flavor and almost no sweetness, more like a plain piece of bread. Overall, I would pass on this spot, especially with stronger cheesesteak competitors in the area offering better sandwiches and a more satisfying experience.

Had Whiz wit. Good quality ribeye. Onions are cooked perfectly. The roll is excellent. Just lightly…read moretoasted. Real Whiz. Served very hot! Great service.

We went in and placed an order and told girl at counter that we were staying and eating at the…read moretable. Takes them 45 minutes to whip up 2 cheesesteak sandwiches and when finally ready they kick us out and tell us that they are closing and we have to leave. We took it across street and ate the meal on a picnic table and bench. The sandwich was definitely not the WORLD'S BEST. A basic plain roll with low quality chopped beef with fake CHEESE WIZ and onions on top. Terrible, terrible, I do not recommend. This was incredibly rude towards the customer!

Cool little place! Fast friendly service! Food was freaking amazing!! Truffle Cheese Steak and…read moreTruffle Fries!! 110% Fatboy Approved!!

Solidddd Local Cheesesteak!…read more Ordered: Cheesesteak ( w. hot cherry peppers and pickles) fries & a cherry cola. The steak was tender and delish. Ratio was almost there, a tad more steak and it woulda been moneyy. Bread was good. Cheese was good, I just happen to prefer whiz- and that's not an option :( , soo it was almost there for me but not quite. Overall, very solid cheesesteak. I definitely would come back for sure. Service- I'd ordered ahead for pickup so minimal wait once I got there. Ambiance- it's a very small establishment with few seating on the inside, there are tables outside. I opted to dine outside today. It was buzzing with energy and folks all around, as it was the Summer Street Feast kicked off.

By FAR the best roast pork sandwich in the city, well WORLD. Pork itself is quality and the gravy…read moreis excellent. Add the spinach and sharp provolone. The seeded rolls are my favorite rolls around. A little crisp and sturdy to hold in the ludicrous amount of heft they're gonna carry. And the cheesesteak might also be my current fave. Again, excellent and ample meat. Also again, I like mine with spinach and sharp provolone, but today I got them to add grilled tomato too. I'll be doing that again.

Everyone told me this is the best cheesesteak in Philly…read more I want to believe that is true once upon a time. We certainly must give John's Roast Pork their flowers for being such a staple in the community for a very long time. But... and this is a respectful but--times have changed. New cheesesteaks have risen with artisan sesame laden bread made-in house, locally sourced high grade rib-eye, and nothing but cooper sharp cheese to bless the crevices of said sandwiches. I'm talking about Angelo's, Del Rossi's, and more new kids on the block that have swept in and took the throne. Let's be honest here, these new spots are 5 star establishments. Would it be right to give John's a 5 star when I rather eat at these other places? Don't get me wrong, John's is a 5 star for their legacy, but in the big 2026, I'll have to leave them with a respectful 4 star. Solid cheesesteak. Classic cheesesteak. But I feel JRP has to pass the torch now!