Kyle Mastropietro, who also owns Kasai restaurant next door and will be opening a craft beer tap…read morehouse in the former Blue Tusk down the street, has now opened Danny's Steaks in Armory Square, a restaurant he says is what he came to CNY for: bring cheesesteaks created by a born-and-raised Philadelphia chef. This Philly boy cooked his first cheesesteak in Lee's Hoagie House when he was 12. When Charlee's Pizzeria next door to Kasai went out of business after just a few months, Kyle struck a deal with his landlord to take over that storefront. Before Charlee's, it had housed Provisions Bakery for 32 years. This place has been getting a ton of attention since it opened a couple days ago on all the local food groups and news, so I added it to my list figuring I'd check it out when the hype died down in a couple weeks. But today I was out early running errands and figured I'd try to call right when they opened and place a pick up order for a couple hours later, hoping I'd give them enough time notice that I could luck out without the long waits while I ran my errands. I called in right at 11, got through after a couple tries, and placed my order for 1. I got down there a little early, but they're on Walton St, so it gave me enough time to stalk the street a little bit and wait for a parking spot to open. This is a notoriously difficult street to usually find parking on, especially on a weekend, but I lucked out in grabbing a spot right in the tiny parking lot next to the building. I walked in at 1 and food was ready when I got to the counter. Good amount of people inside waiting, but I was able to go right to the counter. Woman at the counter was very friendly. Got home and the wife and I tore in. I got a pizza steak, while my wife just got a cheesesteak wit whiz and we both got a side of curly fries. The wife thought it was decent but wasn't as impressed as I was. I thought they were great, a little sloppy, but the meat was good quality, tasted great, sauce was great, and the homemade roll was great. Could've used a little more pepperoni though. I love me some curly fries, and theirs are great also, and the homemade cheese sauce was tasty. $33 for two cheesesteaks and two fries, so not too bad price wise. A sub and fries was more than enough for a meal, they do not skimp you on meat at all. Now, I won't say they blow every other place in CNY outta the water, as I feel Gino's Steak in Fayetteville is a VERY close second, but I'd definitely go back if in the mood for a cheesesteak again.

I remember years ago seeing that Kasai had philly cheesesteaks on their menu, but we tried a bunch…read moreof other things instead. When we went back for the cheesesteaks they were gone, and we thought we really missed out. Turns out they were just practicing for a new spot next door, so we got our chance after all. A weird number of restaurants around here claim to make the "real deal" philly cheesesteaks, and I have yet to find a real comparison. It's the same owner as Kasai, which I love and respect. I don't doubt his ability to make great and original food. So I'm genuinely stumped about Danny's, like are they taking creative liberties that make it a different experience, or do you just have to Be in Philly? We tried a bunch of cheesesteaks when we went to Philadelphia, stopping at even some of the lesser known spots. Everything we tried there was an entire level over anything we've had elsewhere. The concept doesn't seem that complicated, but even at home we haven't been able to emulate it 100%. Just finding a place around here that uses wiz will get my attention. I'm not sure why, but you won't typically find it unless the place is taking strides to be authentic. We went all out on our first order, spending over $60 for two of us. Wiz Wit, South Philly Hoagie, Diablo Wings, fries and onion rings. The philly passes all the initial checks. Compact, lightly toasted hoagie roll. Looks like an absolute mess you won't be able to eat without needing a shower. First bite, the bread is just a little crispy, the meat is super tender, only when the taste set in did I realize I wasn't home free. There's something off about the wiz. My girlfriend and I sat down and tried to place it but couldn't sort it out. It tastes the way my food starts to taste once I realize I didn't get it right and start panic-adding spices to try to fix it. The beef itself was tender, but subtle. I liked the south side hoagie a lot more. I love a pile of cured meat with provolone on a dry Italian style sandwich. The meat tasted amazing and the sandwich was as good as any Italian style deli I've been to around here. My girlfriend wasn't into it because the meat was very touch and stretchy. It was, but I didn't even notice because of the taste. They sell full wings, not cut into drumsticks and flats. We ordered diablo sauce, and to my surprise it was actually pretty spicy. The wings were good, but the price was steep. The idea of an authentic cheesesteak place is a huge deal to us, so we didn't want to just dismiss them after our first trip. We came back and got two more - one with wiz, one with American Cheese. The wiz was the same as the first time. I try to write it off as a style choice we simply don't agree with, but it's hard to envision it. When we tried the philly with American, it was much better. About as good as Gino's, or the old Taste of Philadelphia place, or any of the places that take a genuine shot at the real thing. I never tried their other menu items, including the smash burgers. I did order from their ghost kitchen Decir Algo, because I love me some Birria Tacos. As expected, it was a beautiful application for all that tender beef they're already sitting on. We didn't try the queso because we were afraid it would be the same as the wiz. Birria tacos are always amazing, the only feedback I could give is that they didn't come with cilantro or limes. This is a good place, and if I'm coming off harsh, it's all in response to the claims of authenticity. They are not philly good, but what are you gonna do, drive to Philadelphia for lunch? Give them a try and see for yourself. Definitely order in advance, especially during lunch time. The wait time can get pretty long here.

First of all, I am writing this review on the very last day that they will be in business. Second…read moreof all, this is the one and only time I've been here. I have missed some great food. My oldest son wanted to take me there for lunch one last time, since it was a favorite place of his. We showed up a few minutes after they opened and it was already busy. But, since it was their last day, I figured they would have a lot of customers who wanted one last sandwich. We ordered two of my son's favorites: Steak cheese and onion and fries. Let me say that both were excellent. I would easily order these again. The decor was eclectic, the music was Grateful Dead type stuff, and the beer selection was pretty amazing. It is a shame that they are closing. And sadly, it had to do with the owner of the property not renewing the lease. Why does everything have to be about money?

Their Facebook posts show a keen wit and tantalizing photos of delicious cheese steaks…read more Opportunity and timing was in our favor today while on a short road trip to the Adirondacks and we HAD to stop by for a late lunch. This Philly girl enjoyed Every. Delectable. Bite. It did not disappoint and there were plenty of local touches like the cheese steaks Utica and the chicken riggi sandwich. They even use Amoroso rolls straight from Philadelphia. Definitely worth a side quest if you're in the area or enroute to nearby Green Lakes State Park.

Stopped in on a Saturday. Ordered a 12' Philly and Cajun fries. Came out to around 17 dollars…read more Staff was very friendly, but the place is small. Waited only five minutes for the food, pretty sweet. Thing was piping hot and filling. I wish there were more peppers and onions though. Cajun fries were tasty and plentiful. No complaints. I'll probably be back.

This place definitely gives me bodega vibes, and overall, I had a good experience--but I've had two…read morevery different visits. The first time I went was during the lunch rush, and honestly, it was amazing. Before I was even fully inside, the staff greeted me, asked if it was my first time, offered me samples, walked me through the menu, and gave recommendations based on what they personally liked and what they thought I'd enjoy. They even explained which sauces paired best with different items. The energy in the restaurant was so upbeat and welcoming, even though they were incredibly busy. They treated every customer that way, and it really made me feel like they value both their employees and their customers. That positive atmosphere definitely stood out. On top of that, the food was fresh, flavorful, and absolutely delicious. I left thinking, "I'm definitely coming back." My second visit was around the start of the dinner rush, around 6:00-6:30 p.m., and it was a completely different experience. The staff was still kind and polite, but the energy just wasn't the same. It felt much quieter and less engaging than my first visit. I also paid for extra sauce because I remembered wanting more the first time and having to pay for it, but my meal came without any sauce on the food--it was only on the side. When I asked about it, they had no problem fixing it and were very friendly about it, which I appreciated but it just seemed odd that the first time my food was made with sauce included. Unfortunately, the food itself also didn't taste quite as good as it did during my first visit. I haven't tried any of the desserts yet, but they looked incredible. The cake slices are HUGE--I honestly think one slice could easily be shared between two or even three people. At around $7.99, I think they're reasonably priced considering the portion size. Overall, I also found the menu prices to be fair, and there's a great variety of options to choose from. Because my experiences were so different, I'm giving this place 4 stars instead of 5. If my second visit had matched my first, this easily would have been a five-star review. I'll definitely be back, and next time I'll probably stick to going during lunch since that first experience was so memorable. For anyone wondering what I ordered, I got the chicken and lamb halal over rice. It came with onions, tomatoes, and a few other toppings (I don't eat onions, so I can't remember everything that was included), along with a piece of naan bread. During my first visit, I couldn't decide between breakfast and lunch, and the staff recommended I try the rice platter--and I'm so glad they did because it was delicious. I still couldn't resist ordering a side of French toast, though, and that was a great choice too! Everything was generously portioned, and I left full both times with left overs. I do believe they told me they serve breakfast all day as well.

Yo lemme get a Chopped Cheese the 700 Deli Way!…read more (If you know, you know) Wecome back to another Takeout Thursday. Was in the mood for a Chopped Cheese and in rare form I got it with almost all the veggies (im veggie picky). Tomato, lettuce, seasoned ground beef. Cheese, mayo and maybe some kind of sauce on a 12 inch sub roll. Blended great. Portions size was good and filling. Cost was a little high and didnt match menu price ( was about $2 more than advertised, $2 isnt breaking me just prefer to pay whats advertised.). Loved the taste and would definetly try something else there.

Great food, Great selection, reasonable prices, coupons available at clipp.com…read moreFriendly helpful staff Food is made to order so not the place if you're looking for fast food Takeout only

Ok...today was a redemption meal…read more My son decided he wanted a Holy Cow steak sandwich for lunch today...so post haircut we had lunch there today. I had the Steak BLT with a side of onion rings and bottom line up front....I am happy with my lunch and upgrading my number of stars hack to 4. The BLT with steak was full of flavor and I throughly enjoyed it. Imagine a pile is juicy tender shaved steak on top of a BLT with ripe tomatoes, crispy lettuce and creamy mayo all sandwiched in a hoagie bun that's soft on the inside with a firm flaky exterior. I mean come on.... I'm full belly happy. Redemption!!!!

On my quest to find an amazing cheese steak that is reminiscent of the ones I have had while in…read morePhiladelphia, Holy Cow was suggested time and time again. I finally made the drive out to Marcellus and got my hands on one (maybe 2, lol). The shop is so delightful. Upon entering, you are welcome with amazing wall art that represents Syracuse and our local sports teams. If you could combine a sports bar & sandwich shop in one that's the vibe Holy Cow gave. I ordered 2 subs. A traditional classic philly with just steak, cheese & mayo. As well as their Holy Smoke steak sub, which came with an array of hot peppers and onions. The bread rolls Holy Cow uses are the exact same rolls that are used in most sandwich shops in Philadelphia, so right off the back, we were off to an amazing start. My lunch date devoured their Holy Smoke steak sub, stated that it was perfect, and needed no additional items. I kept and simple with my order, and while it was good, I do wish I would have added some veggies to give it a little more flavor. The steak is tender, the subs are very filling, and they definitely are not stingy with the meat. Service was super friendly and kind. We chose to dine in, and this place stayed consistent with customers coming in for the entire 45 min that were there. Everyone was greeted, attended to, and received their food quickly. I will definitely return, I am interested in trying out their chicken philly very soon.

First time here and definitely not disappointed. The staff…read morewas super helpful and friendly. I was excited to see they carry Pastabilities stretch bread and tomato oil. It's so convenient to grab it here instead of driving all the way to the restaurant when the craving hits. I tried the pastrami sandwich but I wasn't quite sure what toppings to add, so I might experiment with something different next time. I also picked up some fresh meat. I was satisfied with the selection this store offers. Overall, a great first visit. I'll definitely be back!

This is a nice little grocery store with a pretty good butcher shop. We got pastrami and local…read moresausages. The staff was great, parking was easy. I think they make sandwiches. Good experience.

Absolute trash ordering App. Worst ever. Doesn't keep order information. Resets and loses points…read moresaved and applied to orders. Does not keep credit card on file OR simply use cards on file in device. Did I mention that every time you do anything in the App it resets to the start and you get to try again? As far as the actual restaurant goes? They are fast, efficient and one of the more decent places here. My beef isn't with anything but the App. Who's is responsible? But ordering ahead to pick up and save time has begun to be impossible. I'm going to simply avoid this place until it improves. Which, given how long this App has been like this, is going to be a long time.

Charley's Philly Steaks in food court syracuse shopping mall listed as 4 Destiny USA drive, selling…read morefor $9.49 a medium size sandwich. They have 3 types of fries , plain, cheese and ultimate with bacon. They have signs on the board noting, No refills on drinks, food made to order and always grilled fresh and a QR for $5.00 off. with a minimum 15 dollar order if you download their app. The back of the receipt notes a free regular soft drink for doing their survey. I'm told the sandwich was filling and the ultimate fries are cold. There are tables to sit at and both garbage cans and recyclable cans near by.

I was at the Downtown Syracuse Marriott across the street from this restaurant for a meeting and we…read morewalked here for lunch. Our server, Karen was great at explaining the menu and providing nice service. She informed me that several of their burger have been rated the best in the state at various times over the past several years, which was impressive. She also said their chicken wings were pretty highly rated locally, so we started with an order of 6 of the wings with their Dr Pepper BBQ sauce. These wings came out over fried, looking pathetic, and they were dry. The Dr Pepper BBQ sauce had no positive effect or flavor, so I asked for some of their hot wings sauce, which she properly brought. The sauce was great, I wish we would have ordered that instead. It definitely helped the flavor part of the wings, but the texture (plus they were so small) really was a deal breaker for us and we each had one and that was it. Next up was their burger - I got their Beef on Weck Burger. I was worried about the saltiness of the bun, as I find Kimmelweck buns to be way too salty, but she assured me that they get these from a local bakery and they're perfect. So, I ordered it and was VERY HAPPY with it! The bun was insanely good... soft and so flavorful, while hardly salty at all, which was my preference. The roast beef on it was really good and tender. The burger meat was so very tasty and tender - WOW! The entire burger came together perfectly! I got it with a side of poutine fries and those fries were amazing! The Guiness gravy on them was very flavorful! Overall, while we didn't enjoy the wings, the rest of our food and the service definitely made this place a worthwhile visit! I feel like the service and mains far exceeded our expectations, so we can overlook those terrible wings and still give a 5 star review. I'd definitely return!!

We stopped there to get something to eat before a show. We hadn't made a reservation, but we went…read morein and sat at the bar. Our bartender, Eric was running around serving the customers and taking orders. He several times told us he would be with us shortly, which we appreciated. He took our order and when the food arrived a short time later. it was hot & delicious. I would definitely go there again!!