We stumbled upon The Sandwich Man while driving from New Jersey to Smith Mountain Lake for vacation…read moreand needed a quick lunch. This place was exactly what we were hoping to find. If you're looking for a freshly made sandwich on great bread with quality cold cuts, this is the place. If you're expecting a typical Subway-style franchise sandwich, keep driving. The service was friendly, the sandwiches were delicious, and everything tasted fresh.

Well, when I was younger, my grandpa would always take me to the Sandwich Man on 22, especially…read moreafter practice playing for the Linglestown Colts. That was the best spot to get some food to recharge, so I decided to take a walk down memory lane and get an Italian sub when I got off of work. The staff was inviting, and the place still looked and smelled the same as it did when I was a kid. There was plenty of meat on the sub with all the fixings, and of course, I complemented it with plain Middleswarth chips. Being from Pennsylvania, you have to eat it with Middleswarth chips! My mouth was drooling looking at the sub, even though the roll itself felt very hard. With the first bite, I went right down memory lane, sitting in my grandfather's green Ford Ranger. I scarfed it down, but well... I was disappointed. The bread was so hard that it almost scratched the roof of my mouth. The cheese was just bland, not bursting with flavor, and the salami and pepperoni slices had no flavoring to them at all. I think the only thing that saved it was the hot peppers that I added. To make matters worse, I also noticed the bathrooms were dirty, which is never a good sign. I also felt very slow and sluggish afterward. I don't think food is supposed to do that; food is supposed to give you energy, not slow you down. I do not recommend this place for a sub at all. I'd rather get one from a pizza shop or even Sheetz--and I think all Sheetz food tastes like cardboard, but that's just me. I hope my review helps you decide where to get your sub next!

My 1st time there tonight, and it will be my last. Besides a…read moresalad, I ordered potato soup. I ordered a bowl. It's literally a cup of liquid, with a few uncooked potato pieces in it. Thank god they gave me two pack of 2 crackers so I had something to chew! I'm curious to how small a cup of soup is. The only nice thing is I got to pick it up at the drive through window. P.S. Tomatoes in salads should not be the size of salsa. I couldn't even eat them with my fork!!

Just checking it out wasn't to the place how am supposed to rate the darn thing I hit a star so I…read morecould get this to send 8

I love the cheesesteak here- it is the best one I've ever had! Obviously, the food here is 5 Stars!…read more The service is really good, and I like the girl who works at the cash register. Instead of a Phillies hat, she wears a hat that represents a different MLB team. I wish I knew her name so that I could shout her out in a good way. (: :) The place smells so good! It has a bunch of tables, and you can see them cooking the food!

Not quite five stars anymore 13 years later, but still a solid choice for a downtown weekday lunch…read morecheesesteak, chicken cheesesteak, or salad. Today was good, but the fries were undercooked. Last time I was here a few months ago, the cheesesteak tasted like all of the grill drippings were in the middle of the sandwich and it was horrible. I did let the owner and staff know about it today and that was the reason I haven't been here in a long time. I'm going to start coming here more often and give them a chance to earn that coveted fifth star.

I had the Bada Bing sandwich, it is even better the next day! Can't go wrong ordering from here…read more Make sure to get there early, parking is hard to find.

It's been 12 years since I last went to the Jackson House, and finally getting back there felt like…read morestepping into a completely different life. New me, new experience. like not a single cell from back then made the trip with me. We pull up, deal with Harrisburg parking (a whole separate scam I won't get into today), and walk into this little hole-in-the-wall lunch spot that closes at 2. That alone explains why it's been over a decade. But the second you step inside, it hits you this place has an aura. Straight New York-Philly energy. Metro signs everywhere, burger memorabilia, cheesesteak philosophy on the walls, Italian pride, city pride, just buku love, buku vibes. You order in a separate little room that feels like a classic bodega. Glass cooler with lunch meats, tiny soda setup, 50-cent refills, vanilla and cherry add-ons if you're feeling fancy. Cash only. No exceptions. We actually had to leave and hit an ATM because my roommate forgot. That's the kind of place this is. Feels like there's no internet in there. Like they might still be running a ham radio in the back. The guys working there? Straight 1970s New York swagger. You can tell this place has not changed since the day it opened, and that's exactly the point. And the wait,yeah, you're waiting. 20 minutes easy. But that's part of it. That's Staves of all the instant gratification and doom scrolling. It sets you back to a forgotten time. Then the burger comes out. This ain't no smash burger. This ain't no little quarter-pound situation. This is a big, meaty, juicy, chewy, greasy, gooey pound of flesh. And yeah, keep all of that. I'm staring at it for 30 seconds, salivating, practically full just looking at it. I finally put the bun on and go at it jerking my head around like a dog playing tug of war (making the most carnivorous, bestial sounds) I got the Jackson burger, lettuce, tomato, J-sauce. I need my J-sauce. And it hits and for a brief moment there is no worry in the world. This isn't a place you go every week unless you're trying to test your mortality. But when you go, you go all the way: 22-ounce Coca-Cola, burger, fries. No half measures. And the crowd? Office guys in suits on their lunch break. Capitol crowd. That's the vibe. I'm never in that world, so stepping into it felt like being dropped into a different city entirely--honestly felt like a Manhattan Lunch Break. The burger itself? Timeless. Not chasing trends, not trying to be Shake Shack, not Five Guys. This is some old-school, 1950s, Back to the Future-type energy. I half expected Marty McFly and Doc to walk in, get em one. Only surprise? No shakes. Feels like they should have shakes. They don't do fries with that shake. Now the one knock: the fries. Flavor? Perfection, hand cut boardwalk style fries. But I got a lot of little end pieces, now that's straight up disrespectful to me, how you gonna treat me like that?. I don't want to dig through little nubs to find actual fries. That's where I gotta be honest, dock a point. Overall though? Food: elite Experience: unmatched Vibe: 5/5 Conclusion - 4/5 (fix those bum-ass fries.)

I vote this cheesesteak best in the world. I've lived…read moreplenty of places and I've had some come close but with hot peppers and provolone cheese nothing has hit the taste buds the way this one does. Thanks Dave and crew! Support local small businesses they need it now more than ever!

Really good spot for cheesesteaks…read more. Everyone is friendly and very helpful as far if you have any questions about how to order or what you want. I got the Lil Philly. Which is the smaller version to their big cheesesteak and comes with fries and a drink. Not bad at all in my opinion. But don't get fooled, it's a decent size and filled me up! I ordered mine with sharp provolone, onions and wiz. But you can add a lot more toppings for an up charge. The bread was soft and fresh, what I love most was that sharp provolone. It was delicious and the wiz just took it to another level. It was absolutely delicious. Their fries are nicely seasoned with salt , which is also good. You could tell they have a lot of regulars , as I sat there I saw many groups come in and out for their steak sandwiches. Definitely a good spot. It has a decent amount of tables to sit at.

This is a hidden gem in the Steelton area. I've had subs from everywhere else around town, and…read morehands down, these guys make some of if not the best subs in town. The cheese steak was addictingly delicious. Real beef, not steak-umms. Plenty of caramelized onions and Whiz. I couldn't stop eating it. I wanted to save half, but that didn't happen. Plenty of seating for dine in if needed, with a tv. The Mrs had the salad with tuna salad. What a huge serving! Plenty of greens and enough tuna salad for 2 light lunches or one hearty one. They close early unfortunately, so get them before they close. I'll definitely be back many more times, as there are many more subs to try, if I don't get another cheese steak. I highly recommend this place. Seriously, try a cheese steak, you won't be disappointed.

Mr. R's is one of my favorite places to stop for lunch or to pick something up before they close to…read morehave for dinner that night. They have exceptional customer service. Their top shelf Italian sub is delicious. Great quality meats/cheeses and their sub rolls are always so fresh. I can't wait to continue to try different menu items that they have to offer!

Their grilled pork sandwich was delicious. The pickled veggies were crunchy and sweet, which we…read moreliked a lot. The coffee was good but a little on the sweet side. The service was great and welcoming. Give this place a try if you crave for Vietnamese sandwiches. We were hungry so no picture was taken lol.

Not good, bread for Bahn mi was not authentic. Toppings were not much better, avoid the shrimp,…read morekind of weird wonton wrapper was troubling. Pretty run down. High point was very friendly young man waited on us. Not heading back.

By far the best cheese steak we have ever eaten. We are from the Baltimore area and have had…read morehundreds of cheese steaks before. Some were great, some good and others should have never been called cheese steak subs. We moved to PA a few years back and have explored our community for the best places to eat. It was one day about 3 months ago, my wife and me had a hankering for a really good cheese steak sub. We punched in the request in our GPS and several places displayed upon the screen. After a quick check on reviews of the various locations, we settled on South Philly Hogies. Although the trip was 18 minutes away at 23 miles, off we went to try this establishment. We both ordered the California Cheese Steak and fries. We drove home and I can tell you by far this was the best Cheese Steak we had ever eaten. The bread it is served on is so soft and fresh and they have no issues with making it your way. I would be remiss if I didn't make mention that the staff are always nice and friendly. The quality and quantity that you get with your order almost seems impossible these days. We were so pleased that every time a family visits us here in PA, South Philly Hogies will always get a stop from us. We enjoyed every bite and discovered that we like it so much that as soon as we receive our food, we travel to the shopping mall and eat on the lot. We never make it home now with our food. All you hear in the car is lips smacking and people saying "um, um , um" I must also report that they are truly wonderful with regard to prices. I have paid upwards of almost $30.00 for the food we ordered from other establishments and the food was not that great at all. Not wishing to see price increased at this location but I would gladly pay a little more because they are that good. Thank you guys for doing such a great job with your service and your food. We will see you again as you are now on our once every 2 week visit list. For ever! Mr. & Mrs. Green

My first home is New York City, my second home is Philadelphia, and now my third home--due to just…read morehaters--is Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. This is probably the reason most entertainers and people of fame who come from Harrisburg move away and don't say they are from there But anyway... Me, having Philly family and being a Philly fan of everything, especially those Eagles (don't stop reading because of that!), I had a chance to get a cheesesteak from South Philly Hoagie, and let me tell you, I was impressed. The bread makes everything, and then of course the meat. I ordered mine with mayonnaise, cheese whiz, and of course, mushrooms. Now, I did order it through the Uber Eats app, and I wish I could've added provolone, but I never had to add pizza sauce to my cheesesteak until today. I'm glad I did! It made it pop, even though it was missing that provolone. One thing I do wish is that they would actually take the bread and get some of that steak juice right on the bun. Other than that, I'm not mad at it. Of course, it's not Philly. It didn't bounce me right back to the hometown of Will Smith, and it didn't have me saying "I'M A WORK OF ART." However, I was pleased and satisfied. Maybe the flavoring can hold me over until my next pay next week so I can take a train down to Philly. The French fries were amazing, if I must say. The sub was plenty full and had plenty of meat on it. If you asked me, "Would I buy this again?" Yes, I definitely would! And I would do it over-the-counter so I can have it my way, like Burger King! Branden-Lee AKA B L E E

Stopped by on the way home on a roadtrip and I'm so glad we did. I ordered a 12" but the 6"…read moresandwich was plenty enough for a filling lunch. They piled the meat high and it eas super tender. The sandwich I ordered had red sauce that I asked to be removed and it was perfect. They made the order super quickly and we were back on our road trip in less than 10 minutes. The place is a super small place with no seating inside so beware.

Food: excellent bread and roll! I found the stuff to bread ratio very satisfying…read more The pastries are a KNOCK OUT!! I ate so so many cookies 5 STAR COOKIES Service: truly the nicest people! Ambiance: chairs are well worn with great conversations and a fun time. Cute patio too!

Inexpensive, family-run, ethnic restaurants are the best eating in the United States. Alvaro's…read morefalls squarely in that category. While it is principally a bakery with great Italian pastries and cookies, each day it offers several specials. Since it was Monday, we opted for green beans and meatballs,and stuffed shells with eggplant. A steal at $12 per plate. Creamy stuffed shells, perfectly fried eggplant, tasty meatballs and a pile of green beans. Like your Nonna would make. Can't decide to get a cannoli to go or eat it now. Maybe both.