(Tookout 09/29/2025 MO @ 5:00pm and many times pre-Yelping): Boo hoo... don't cry if their sloppy…read morePhilly cheesesteaks leave a mess on your clothes; it's part of the experience! I heard a sad story that the Boo's Philly Cheesesteaks Silver Lake location was shutting down (they currently had locations in Echo Park and Koreatown), so I felt I had to pay my last respects to a place I frequented when I first moved into the area over a decade ago. Like a Tommy's burger, I craved something horribly sloppy and bad for you in every possible way, and for a time this was my go-to especially since I was able to take a casual walk to it. I'm older now and not necessarily wiser, but my body just couldn't handle it as it once did. Founded by an immigrant South Korean family by way of New Jersey, they made their way to Los Angeles to try and fill a need for authentic real cheesesteaks that any Philadelphian would proudly say "legit". Would I boo their Philly-inspired cheesesteak efforts!? PURCHASE(S) Cheese Fries Large ($7.95): A decent portion size of golden crispy crunchy steaming spud sticks with a side of hot gooey Cheez Whiz, ideally you'd scatter out the fries and pour the cheese on top of them. I was lazy and simply dunked each one into the cheese. However, you ran into the issue of your cheese solidifying which made it harder to dip your fries into it. Lesson learned... https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw&select=9sOf0rQzJW9CNmfKuc_Ujw Boo's Pepper Mushroom Cheesesteak w/Cheez Whiz Sandwich ($13.95): Served with thinly-sliced steak, grilled onions, mushrooms, sweet peppers, and your choice of cheese (of course I went with Cheez Wiz!) on an amoroso roll, this was a hot mess (in a good way!) of epic proportions. The sandwich was stuffed to the edges of dripping hot steaming ingredients that burned the inside of your mouth if you weren't careful. Everything basically congealed as it started to cool due to its exposure to the air. All of the flavors eventually melded together with the separate flavors present when you first started devouring it. This wasn't for the faint of heart, and you may regret having eaten this monstrosity when you woke up in the morning. It was worth it! https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw&select=iojHuknmyjcxgnClXJ6pyA SERVICE I approached the outside self-service order kiosk, placed my order, and in less than ten minutes a young gentleman appeared from inside with my order in hand as he called out my name. It was all quick and painless - thank you! PARKING (FREE): I luckily found a spot in their tiny lot (maybe six spots total). Otherwise, there appeared to be plenty of parking along the main drag of Fountain Ave. and all surrounding side streets - 'nuff said. ATMOSPHERE, DÉCOR, AMBIENCE In its latest incarnation since the pandemic, it had become only an order kiosk system and no more indoor dining. There was a communal wooden bench outside if you wanted to enjoy your meal. However, it wasn't very inviting, and you were up against a very busy, loud intersection. There was plenty of natural lighting since you were outdoors with only the electric street lights to help you at night. There were no TVs nor background music with the exception of the buzzing vehicle traffic. https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw&select=zqh3hCvkdUmGekZj-SBHTg ATTIRE Totally casual, so I would normally be in a t-shirt, boardshorts, and flip-flops. OVERALL In my homage to Silver Lake's Boo's Philly Cheesesteak location, they were a wonderful piece of the neighborhood, still one of the best Philly cheesesteaks I've had outside of Philadelphia, and I always got my money's worth. The food wasn't healthy, but it did its job and tasted very good as it went down (coming out was a different story!). The prices were affordable and comparable, the portions were hefty, the menu selection was very limited, and the service was straightforward. .Plus, I always preferred to support small local mom & pop businesses. I found complete value based on the prices, service, and experience noted above (TOTAL paid experience was around $24.00 BEFORE any discounts and/or tip). And, they accepted my credit card of choice... AMEX! 5.0 STARS

Wow! What a gem!…read more Found this on my way home from work. It's a stand in the corner, mom and pop style. Food is delicious. Service is fast. They have a self order style counter where you buy and pay on a kiosk and then your order is made. At first, I thought is was a bit expensive but when eating the Philly cheesesteaks, I thought it was worth it. The size, the quality of the meat and cheese plus the toppings, chef's kiss! There's outside sheeting and a few parking spaces.

I cannot rave about Lee's enough! The food and service are just simply amazing!…read more This time I went for the Famous Chicken Hoagie, and was super pleased that I went that route. The Hoagie is loaded with their delicious signature marinated Chicken, Provolone, Grilled Onions and Peppers, Lettuce, and dressed nicely with Oil and Vinegar. Simply awesome! I picked up a Southwest Salad with Salmon for my fiancé, and she Loved it! This salad is loaded and topped with a nice piece of Grilled Salmon. We got some Sweet Potato Fries and they were nice and hot, and very grubalicious! Whether breakfast or lunch, Lee's Hoagie House is a great place to hit up!

No option for negative stars, unfortunately. I always use a…read morerestaurant's restroom prior to ordering for the first time. I do this for at least two reasons. First, I was taught to wash my hands before eating. And second, I determine how well kept a kitchen is, based off of how well a place of business keeps up their restrooms. Let me just say, this place was so disgusting. The guy running the joint knew it, too and was so embarrassed he began accosting me as I waited outside the restroom, since it was occupied at that time. Needless to say, I left without ordering and went right across the parking lot to Rosarito. They didn't have a public restroom, but they let me use their only toilet. After washing my hands, I ordered the most amazing breakfast burrito of my life... for less than $10. Hopefully Lee's cleans their act (and place) up. PEACE Properly Educating All Communities Equally

Wonderfully fresh cheesesteak sandwich with mushrooms cut in half with a side of onion rings! Air…read moreconditioned inside with sports on the two tv screens. Tgey even sell beer and fill yourself soda machines.

This is my first time having Philly cheesesteak. And it was the best! Very tasty! I also have their…read morepizza fries, which is melted cheddar cheese with marinara sauce. It was the bomb! The people there were really nice, service was great! I love the atmosphere of their place. It felt like I was transported back in the 90s - photos of celebrities with their signed autographs and things of Philly like Rocky. I went there in the late afternoon so it wasn't too crowded around that time. If I'm back in the area, I would love to try their other items. Five stars across the board.

Absolutely amazing. Stopped by randomly after seeing a show nearby…read more Food, atmosphere, and service (Drew) were all outstanding. Would literally make the trip from San Diego just to come here again. Well done.

Spent 2 years in Fort Worth so I bring a Texas BQ bias to this review…read moreI had lunch Brisket - a little dry 3/5 Texas Toast - 4/5 I added a side - Mashed Potatoes with Brisket bites 4/5 Dinner rolls - 4/5 Service just barely adequate and I was one of three tables in the restaurant Side was over priced for a cup of mashed potatoes-$9 Not bad SoCal BQ experience but I miss Texas hospitality and great brisket

Yes I recommend. But where did they go?!?!? All I hear from their neighbors is they closed to…read moreremodel. How we miss their energy, their kindness and their sandwiches. Went there for years and hoping they are ok. Either way.. would always recommend hands down. If you didn't get to enjoy, well let's just say you really missed out. Made fresh to order. Took time and many complained about it, but iykyk it was WELL worth it. Wherever you guys are... you are indeed missed. (So is the food.. lol)

I can't get no satisfaction I can't get no satisfaction…read more'Cause I try and I try and I try and I try I can't get no, I can't get no... You get your satisfaction at PSC. Great customer service and sandwiches. Parking on the streets or behind the building. You can order over the phone, online or in person. They have a separate pick up area if you're pre-ordering (good to know). Love the interior, it's small but cozy. We ordered to go as we had a date with some "Kevin's" (points if you know the movie reference). 5/5 S's The Signage such as the Good Morning sign will leave you with a Smile. Aside from the sign the Service will also give you Satisfaction. Everyone was very friendly and the order came out quickly. 5/5 Trust the Cook (TTC)! Not sure what to get, Trust the cook will be your jam! With so many options it's hard to choose at times. This sandwich is sure to increase your trust. Didn't know what to expect but it was so good! So good that my wife traded me sandwiches after one bite. (That's love to will the others good even in a sandwich). The veggie supreme was a good combo with the TTC. Everything tasted fresh and it was the best sandwich we have had in a while. Nothing beats a good mouth watering sandwich, watching the kids play and seeing the "Kevin's" at the Arboretum. We can't wait to go back and try more off the menu. I'll be trusting my hunger to the cook at the PSC. Go Bless.

I have gluten sensitivity and haven't been able to get a sausage and pepper sandwich in years…read more thanks to Deus Pates, I learned Tartino 's was using their gluten free bread. I had a sausage and pepper sandwich tonight and it was delicious. I am so happy. Thank you!

This is a small mom and pop's restaurant located on Mentor Ave, close to the comedy club and down…read morethe street from the Social Security office. There is street parking (metered) and depending on when you go, it can be plenty of parking. Now that I got all the boring stuff out the way... Omgggggggg I love this place! It was my first time there and it was pretty obvious. I think the manager or owner was working at a table and even offered to give me her space. (I had a tote with me). Like what? How nice! But I chose a table in the middle. It's a small space so not a lot of room. They do offer patio seating but it was feeling like Hades in Pasadena so I opted to eat inside. It very much feels like you're eating in someone's kitchen and I think that was the feel. I got the antipasto salad. OMG. It's extremely generous with everything on it (see pics) and though it would be enough for two people, you're not going to want to share. They gave me little bread crackers and bruschetta to start. The service was amazing and honestly, I think I found a new favorite spot. Highly recommend!

I've been going to Ike's since 2008 (NorCal and socal locations). I got the Ménage…read more The service was great. This was the best Ike's sandwich I've gotten in awhile. I'll definitely be back to this location!

3/5, many vegan and vegetarian options:…read more My first Ike's sandwich was from their West LA location in 2019, and the fact that I remember the year is evidence enough that I am a sandwich fiend. I've gotten at least a dozen sandwiches (and likely more) from Ike's over the years, and it was always my favorite local sandwich shop after they finally opened a location in the northeast side of LA. But I must say, as of late, their quality is really not the same as the past. I recently ordered a sandwich that came with mushrooms and it was barely cooked and mostly raw. Having raw mushrooms in a sandwich is really not it, and considering each sandwich here is about $16+ post tax and tip (yes I did tip), I think we can expect a little better quality, or at the very least, not having basically raw mushrooms in a sandwich. While they do have many sandwiches to choose from on such a vast menu, and everything is customizable (just with additional charges), it does feel like they'd do better if they nail down some of the details like making sure their cooked ingredients are actually cooked. All that said, the store is kept clean, there's some dine in tables as well as outdoor seating. The music indoors is kept loud, and the decor is very colorful and bold. Service feels like what you'd expect from employing recent high school or college students at their first jobs, but it's always been polite. Pictured: one of the many sandwiches I've consumed over the years from Ike's. This one attached happened to be from 2023.

By far the best breakfast burrito in the Crescenta Valley and honestly quite a few regions beyond…read moreCV. The chipotle & spicy green salsa MAKE it, they're so good. I got my burrito with veggies and chorizo. Tasted fresh, nourishing, easy to eat, not dry. Zero weird oily or grill aftertaste like a lot of restaurants leave in. Honestly these would be great road trip burritos for the car. They hold up. Service was great. Ambiance is nice especially considering how nice the area is for a stroll. I'll be back.

This place lives up to and exceeds the hype! This is the best breakfast burrito in SoCal hands down…read moreand we've tried some of the so called best in LA. The owner was so nice. When I asked if the burrito would be big enough to share between me and my son, 9, and he told me he'd make it bigger and cut it in half for us. If you're in the area this is definitely a must try.