Cool interior that makes you feel like you're walking into a neighborhood sub shop or corner-store deli somewhere on the East Coast. Easily the best cheesesteak I've had in Orange County, although I haven't tried a ton of places to compare it to. That said, whenever I'm craving a Philly sub, this is where I'll be going to scratch that itch. The portions are huge for the price, and I think the pricing is very fair considering how much food you're getting. read more

Philly's Best - Sandwiches Near Me - Fountain Valley, California

For some weird reason, despite all the Philly cheesesteak places in California, you rarely see restaurants that offer one of the classic Philadelphia cheese options: good old Cheez Whiz. I know Cheez Whiz is not for everyone, since it has a very unique flavor and texture compared with something like American or provolone. Thankfully, Philly's Best provides that option when you want a Philly cheesesteak, and you can even mix and match multiple cheeses. One thing I like to do is mix provolone with Cheez Whiz for a unique, more Philly-style taste. Otherwise, I think the cheesesteak is fine in terms of the meat, bread, and cheese combination, but I do not think it tastes as good or as fresh as Jersey Mike's or several other local places that offer hot Philly cheesesteak sandwiches. That said, I like going to Philly's Best when I am specifically looking for that Cheez Whiz taste, and that is honestly the main reason I would recommend going here. read more

If you're in the mood for a delicious Philly cheesesteak and even some nice cold cuts, Phillys best has got you covered! For the hot sandwiches, I HIGHLY recommend eating it then and there. There's enough room inside for bigger parties, and even though it's still good, we felt that the cheesesteak should be eaten more fresh. If you're looking for tons of meat, they don't skimp here, and one sandwich is perfectly fine for a hungry couple :) read more

Just happened upon this place...never having ever visited Philly but love the idea of having an "authentic " Philly " cheesesteak...i stopped and give them a shot. I love the Philly cheesesteaks that I've had in my travels was curious if this location would offer me something different. First (only) offer Philly cheesesteaks with various options. I choose the "Philly Philly cheesesteak " which is double meat...it's amazing. Lots of gooey cheese, and onions...a super filling meal. I got it with onion rings, which were honestly meh, but I didn't come here for them...but still be warned if you're an onion ring person like me. The decor is what you expect with Philly being the central focus. The staff here is good and I got my order fast and made to order. A accidental discovery that ended up very satisfying. And among the best Philly cheesesteaks I've ever had...never having had an actual Philly cheesesteak in Philadelphia! read more

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Philly's Best Review I moved to California in 1974, and that's when my search began for an authentic Philly cheesesteak, or at least a reasonable substitute. From 1975 to 1980, I drove a truck making local deliveries for RC Cola throughout Los Angeles and Orange Counties. Along the way, I passed countless lunch spots with bold signs advertising "Philly Cheesesteaks and Hoagies," but none of them came close to the real thing. There were a lot of disappointments. At least with Subway, I knew exactly what I was getting. Actually, for a while, the closest thing I found was the Carl's Jr. California Roast Beef sandwich, which has unfortunately been discontinued. Then, one night in the early 1990s, while chatting with another transplanted Philly guy at a bar in Long Beach, he told me about Philly's Best in Fountain Valley. Wow! Not only was the food authentic, but they also had the right chips, the right soda, and, best of all, copies of the Philadelphia Daily News. Suddenly, a 17-mile drive from Long Beach to Fountain Valley became a regular journey. Just when I thought things couldn't get any better on the cheesesteak front, I woke up one day to discover that a Philly's Best franchise had opened in a shopping center near the Long Beach Traffic Circle, within walking distance of my house. Thank you, thank you, thank you! After 48 years in California, from 1974 to 2022, I eventually relocated back to the Philadelphia area. Now that I'm surrounded by the real thing again, I can appreciate even more the void that Philly's Best filled for East Coast transplants like me. For decades, Philly's Best provided more than just a great cheesesteak. It offered a genuine taste of home. For that, I'll always be grateful. read more

Ordered for takeout and it was so good!! Each sandwich was packed and juicy. A friend from east coast states that this Philly's best was the most authentic Philly cheesesteak she's ever had ever since moving here. read more

Super super disappointed for $19.99 sandwich it was actually bad. The meat is bland, the cheese is just okay. read more

Philly's Best - Philly Philly - Sandwiches Near Me - Fountain Valley, California

This place is fantastic! It is certainly not my go to when I'm trying to feel healthy, but it is such a delicious indulgence! I'm not from Philly... I am from Boston so we call our sub, steak and cheese! However... I usually get the chicken Cooper classic or regular chicken cheesesteak and it is so yummy! The bread on the Cooper classic that is seeded is delicious. Pro tip, get extra cheese you won't regret it! read more

Philly's Best - Chicken Cooper Classic Cheesesteak - Sandwiches Near Me - Fountain Valley, California

Not sure where my review is. I def been here a dozen times. You would think ah its a chain, quality will drop. Like a Mcdonalds but of cheesesteaks. I AM pleasantly pleased in my cheesesteaks journey to grace this spot. Mushroom Cheesesteak is bombdotccom. add mustard and raw onions for the increase in flavor complexity as they blend with the dripping juices and the gooey american cheese. and the kicker? the bread. and i. do. not. ever. care for bread. unless were in japan where the bread is like 10 levels up and u get things never imaginable here. The bread is the softest pillow ever like i truly wish to know how they get it to be so divinely soft to bite yet it soaks up all the juices without being soggy. Price used to be $11.99 to 12.49 till like this year which despite the demic-flation 30-50% increases everywhere else this stayed very affordable especially with how whoppin big this banger is. Seems bigger than a Subway "footlong". At 13.49 its so unaffordable right? Back to taste cant care for a philly cheesesteak in philly but its a tad bit of a drive so compare the taste to other locals Charley (sucks) and From Philly (hmmm this is slightly lower imo because its pricier & the bread is less pillowy swoft) Parking lot is massive shared with 800 other shops. This spot is far deep down past 1st Class Pizza but before the end with Stonefire Grill. Always empty or nearly empty which i dont understand. Very nice staff. To go risk - i ask for raw onions, receipt says raw, and i open the hoagie when i get home and its grilled...minor bummer. The other bummer is the onion placement, is on the very top, which if u orient the cheesesteak like a sub, the onions are on the lateral edge and all fall off, id like it tucked inbetween the hoagie and the meat so i dont have to eat it like a V. read more

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Such bad energy in this place. One customer sitting down in the whole place the guy standing there watching TV and he just wasn't happy that I showed up like he had to do something. I looked at the grill and it was filthy disgustingly gross I just walked out and left. I already know what to expect. Don't wanna bother these people with having to make a sandwich anyway. read more

We eat here often. Very good steaks; definitely one of the best "Philly" cheesesteaks in SoCal. Slightly smaller than another of my local favorites, but the ambience and friendly service here goes a long way. Very good for a small chain. 4.5* read more

Food was just OK. Meat wasn't very well seasoned mushrooms on my cheesesteak or canned probably won't do it again.

Have been eating at Philly's best for years now. Used to go for lunch to the one in Irvine, until my office closed during the pandemic. Happy to find one in Huntington Beach. I usually order the original cheesesteak (just steak and extra white American cheese). Bread is always fresh. Best cheesesteaks I've found in south OC. read more

No flavor absolutely terrible tasting sandwich. Will not make that mistake again. Also, only one half of the sandwich had sweet peppers.

Service is usually pretty good. Food is usually good at this location. Only go here for lunch so it's not too packed usually. But there is some seating arrangements outside that make it nice to sit out on a nice sunny day. read more

Love this Phillys best! Ample parking, prices are still affordable in today's economy, and they're not cheap with the ingredients. Order with the friendly cashiers and food is ready in less than 5 mins. Usually always busy but noise level is average. Finally had the fries and even my difficult-to-please mother thought they were really good. Loyalty program and gift card specials from time to time. read more

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"THE REVIEW IS FOR THE FOUNTAIN VALLEY RESTAURANT" Walked in the other day to have lunch and I was hit with a odor that smelled like a dirty bathroom...but I'm sure that wasn't it...it was the OLD DIRTY CARPET...it was taped to the floor so people didn't trip on it....why has it not been replaced? Their food is good but the smell GAG! read more

I can't believe it took me so long to try Philly's Best! I am happy that this was the location I chose. Ive been coming to this location for almost 2 years now and every...single...time the sandwiches are piping hot, fresh, and mouth-watering! I first tried the Nashville hot chicken, which is what first sold me on this place. Most recently, I discovered the Cooper Classic, now my new fave! Here, they always put a generous portion of meat. And despite me driving home to Huntington Beach with my sandwich, it stays piping hot when I unwrap at home! The staff, always welcoming and friendly! Kudos to this location! read more

Sandwiches are decent here,. I like the Italian Hoagie sandwiches. I stop here maybe 0nce a month, and I enjoyes their Philly's. Cool manager that work here, and . their workers are on point. No complaints really. read more

We've been coming here for years until we moved to Irvine. Today, we came here for lunch because we were in the neighborhood. It's still the same good service and the same good food. My kids loved it! Fresh tasting sandwiches and the portion are too generous. It's clean and has a fun vibe restaurant. read more

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I don't typically eat Philly cheesesteaks but my friend wanted it and raved about it so we went. I got the philly's best. I loved the bread, it was soft and chewy and didn't get soggy. The meat was good, tender and not stringy. The peppers and onions were cooked perfectly. The only thing I really didn't like was the mushrooms on it. I typically love mushrooms but I think they use canned mushrooms which I hate. No biggie, I'll just ask for no mushrooms in the future. My kid got the ham and cheese with mayo and a side of fries. He ate it and he is super picky so it must have been good. They are very generous with the sandwiches fillings. It was close to closing and they weren't too busy but steady. It was one of the best Philly cheesesteaks I've had. read more

Stopped for a quick lunch running after banking at Navy Federal Credit Union a few doors down. Located in a shopping center, there was plenty of parking and a small area of outdoor seating in front. There were plenty of indoor dining tables, too. The dining area is themed and decorated. They have an nicely lit menu board which is easy to read. They have a tablet to self order and pay or there is also a cashier that will take orders. The cashier taking orders was friendly and knowledgeable. The cook at the grill was busy preparing all the orders. Although they were busy, it didn't take more than 10 minutes to get my food after ordering with the cashier. I ordered 1 Mushroom Cheesesteak and 1 Pepper Chicken to eat out. The sandwiches were actually bigger than I expected. Some of the cheesesteak meat was a little too well done but the mushrooms helped offset the dryness. For the pepper chicken sandwich they mistakenly gave me mushrooms instead of peppers. I didn't bother to go back to complain or get it remade due to lack of time. So I ate it and actually enjoyed it. I will have to try the peppers next time. In summary, the experience was good. The sandwiches were flavorful, although a little on the salter side for us. My only suggestion is to double check your sandwiches before you leave in case there's a mix up. read more

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Being from Philly and an aficionado on cheese steaks. This by far the best. Very authentic.

The fresh rolls they use for their cheesesteaks are incredible. Soft, tasty, and make the sandwich a treat. I'm not normally a fry guy but theirs are great and about the only ones I order. They also have other sandwiches on the menu. I've been told by friends they are good but I just can't get past the cheesesteaks on the menu. read more

Uff what can I say .. their steak fries are to die for .. their Philly cheese steaks .. calm down. No comparison. Hands up or down best cheese steaks I've had read more

Absolutely love their cheesesteak sandwiches. Meat is always hot and favorable. Love the bread too prices are great and the food quality is awesome. read more

Best Philly Steak mushroom extra cheese grilled onion Sandwich We Loved Them Soft Bread Juicy Meat Cheesy Cheese Loaded with Mushrooms Grill Onions read more

1. The cheesesteak was delicious, and I love the bread and raw onions of this sandwich! 2. The spot has fun vibes with tremendous love for Philadelphia! 3. The staff were very friendly and asked if I needed assistance as I was using self-checkout! Note: It is way quicker to order at the register than with the self-checkout! Photo: Philly's best Cheesesteak and French Fries read more

Philly's Best - French Fries (TikTok: @justandyvu) - Sandwiches Near Me - Fountain Valley, California

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We love Philly's Best! Everyone is friendly and professional and hardworking! And they make delicious food! Dine in or take out, they have lots of hot and cold options, salads, too! Plenty of parking and they always play good music read more

Always reliable, always consistent, always tasty. Never lets you down. One of the best in the area.

Great beef sandwich sandwiches when you have a hankering for something great to eat and being from Chicago originally I should know!

This is your local cheesesteak place with a little bit more. They offer subs and fries and onion rings. I called my order in, and it was ready and correct when I came to pick it up. I can always count on it being filled with an ample amount of steak and in a fresh roll. They have "redecorated" the dining area to have a 50's diner feel, but...it falls a little short. It's hard to have any ambiance when the orders are being yelled out as ready every 5 seconds. It is not quiet by any means. I'm glad they're busy, but there has to be a better way. But, I can overlook this since their cheesesteaks are the best in town! read more

Been eating here since a child, still same great taste as I remember, no matter how many times I get it.

I typically order online, been a while since I ordered in house. Today had to deal with a kiosk to order, I struggled with it for a good 5 minutes. My order has been "Cheesesteak easy onions with a cheese fry" for 30 years. The guy behind just yelled his order over me and they took it?? Left me struggling with the stupid kiosk and took an order behind me?? WOW Im on a timed lunch for work, that kind of poopy service will let you lose long time costumers. I walked out. read more

I went to South Coast Plaza again yesterday. Of course I could not be that close to Philly's Best and not get a Classic Cheesesteak. Today I ordered an Italian Hoagie with crushed peppers and extra onions with half fries and half onion rings. I apologize for not taking a picture before I started eating, but I was hungry. I did take a picture of half of my leftover Italian hoagie the next day. When I got home I took all of the ingredients off of the hoagie so that my bread would not get soggy. I also ordered a Classic Cheesesteak to go. I took lots of pictures of the interior. Some things have changed because of the pandemic. No more Wise Potato Chips, no more Peanut Chews, but they still have Tasty Cakes. I also learned that a Philly's Best opened in LA two weeks ago. The chef didn't have the address, but I did a Google search and it might be the one on Melrose. If you have not had Philly's Best and you want an authentic cheesesteak or a damn good hoagie, you should definitely give them a try. You can thank me later. read more

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I came here last Sunday for lunch with a couple of friends. I been here before and know that their cheesesteaks are solid. Both my friends got the mushroom cheesesteak with onions and I got the Philly Best cheesesteak which includes mushrooms and sweet peppers add onions. I never had their sides before and requested onion rings which they were out of. I got their fries instead which were good. There were only two employees working a young man working the register and an older man cooking. Both were courteous and professional and our food came out promptly. All three of us enjoyed our food. The place is spacious and there are tables outside so seating isn't the issue. I definitely will return and recommend this place to others. read more

I love Philly cheesesteaks "wit" onions. I called in an order and it was ready pretty quickly, while I was running an errand in the same shopping center. The young lady cashier was polite and friendly. I appreciate that, especially because it seems to be less and less common these days. Great food, fast, and friendly service. I will return soon! read more

I love this place, the atmosphere is great. My whole family has been eating here for a very long time, friendly staff and excellent service. Philly Cheesesteak with grilled onions is my favorite, of course with an order of onion rings, a birch beer and a butterscotch krimpet tastykake. read more

ZERO STARS for our order on 4/7/2022 and I'm really annoyed because we live in Buena Park, however if we lived closer definitely would have taken them back and ordered what we wanted which was a PEPPERONI CHEESESTEAK NO ONIONS/MUSHROOMS!!!! We both ordered the same sandwich , funny thing , when Glenn opened his sandwich (about hour later after his unwind time) first words out of his mouth " fucking idiots put mushrooms, peppers & onions on it"next second he says "No pepperoni either", then he DISSECTED BOTH sandwiches and realized we we were GIVEN THE INCORRECT SANDWICHES!!!! Instead of "Pepperoni cheesesteak" , we received " Philly cheesesteak", can't/wont repeat what hubby said when he opened sandwich ,however he called and told them his issue and LUCKILY Glenn (balls up his receipts-I'm a tearer) retained the receipt and gave them the " order#) THEIR RESPONSE is too "Remake the sandwiches free of charge and Glenn will p/up tomorrow after work!!!" If you haven't tried a "Pepperoni Cheesesteak" you're MISSING OUT!!!!!!!! The fricken flavors are DELICIOUS! and the meats are Top Quality because they use "Boars Heads" brand which I Love!!!!! I hope in future I won't/don't have to write any negative reviews-!!!!! Customer Service, bread, meat ingredients, condiments , etc..,, are always TOP NOTCH!! read more

Philly's Best - Should be Pepperoni cheesecake!!! - Sandwiches Near Me - Fountain Valley, California

I've been coming to Philly's Best for over 30 years. They consistently serve amazingly delicious Santander sides. Their staff are also wonderful and helpful. May i strongly suggest the classic Philly Cheesesteak grilled onions and both wiz and provolone. Their Italian sandwich is also delicious read more

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