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    South Philly Cheesesteaks

    4.2 (104 reviews)
    ModerateAmerican
    Closed 10:30 am - 8:30 pm

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    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for groups
    Outdoor seating

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    Cheesesteak with Lettuce tomato and Mayo. 8 in (medium)
    William C.

    I really like this Cheesesteak shop. They aren't my #1 but they aren't way off either. Tough competition here in Sarasota. The service is always quick and friendly. Erin is especially Great. I've tried 3 different types of Cheesesteaks here and enjoyed every one of them. I've also had their hoagies which are pretty good also. It is centrally located here off Rt 70 near Lockwood Ridge. No doubt that I'll be back again soon.

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    John Lopez L.

    Great place!!! Kristal was so nice I told her it was my first time here and she did not rush me and explained the menu and options to got with the cheesesteak sandwich. It was one of the best cheesesteak I ever had!!! I will definitely be back!!! Maybe getting extra cheese next trip!!

    Lori D.

    We have visited this location as well as the owner's other locations and have thoroughly enjoyed their food! We have eaten in as well as ordered to go! The service has always been good! I also love the food! The chicken Philly is my most favorite! I love to pair it with their tator tots! The inside is a little smaller but we have been seated comfortably and not had any issues with sound and conversing. You can also sit outside which is a great option on some of our beautiful days!

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    Robert C.

    Fresh bread, three cheese slices, lots of peppers and onions, and ribeye on a fresh bread - 6 or 12 inch sandwiches available. Prices are reasonable. Very tasty. And the bread was stuffed full. Unlike the Philly spots, here they chop the meat, cheese and veggies diligently until its consistency is more like ground beef. It does combine the ingredients thoroughly. Staff was friendly snd there are a handful of tables if you want to eat in. Place was full on a weekday at lunchtime. Will try some of their other offerings next visit.

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    Ben F.

    My companion and I were out and about on the Easter weekend. We had had South Philly cheesesteaks before, and knew the french fries were very good. Since we were in the neighborhood, we decided to return. The restaurant sits at a very busy intersection in a strip mall, and has indoor and outdoor seating. We decided to eat inside, and we immediately met by the waitress who promptly took our drink order and returned to take our order. She was very friendly and efficient. I ordered the Philly cheesesteak with no peppers and my companion ordered the Bollettieri Chicken Salad. I also ordered a side of the Phiery fries. The home style fries arrived first, and had a nice spicy Sriracha seasoning. The side of Ranch dressing went well with the fries. My Philly and the Bollettieri Chicken Salad arrive shortly thereafter. The salad is huge and is easily fit for two. In our case we brought some home. The salad has a full blackened chicken breast on top and at least half a cup of feta cheese. It is also full of walnuts and cranberries. The Philly cheesesteak arrived, hot on an Amarosa bread bun, and had just the right of onions and cheese for me. I don't like green peppers, and they gladly left them off. We arrived right at the rush as the restaurant quickly filled up, but the waitress was very attentive and kind. As quickly as a restaurant filled up, it emptied out. I was very impressed with the small staff ability to keep everything moving. The interior of the restaurant is very clean and welcoming And the glasses of Coca-Cola were large. While I find Delco's in Dunedin to have a better Philly cheesesteak, this one is definitely serviceable and worth a second visit.

    Art C.

    Amazing cheesesteak It is wonderful that South Philly Cheesesteaks have found a home in Bradenton, and now on Main St in Sarasota. Their first location over on 34th St W has been very popular, and now they are expanding. We headed to their location on Lockwood Ridge yesterday for lunch. Boy was it great. I got their large Cheesesteak Wiz Wit (cheese wiz and grilled onions), a heavy and substantial sandwich even at only 10". It looks like they mixed white American cheese in with the ribeye, giving it that authentic temperature hot first bite, and then topped it with cheese wiz. I had the option of including hot or sweet peppers in the meat mixture, I went sweet. To really do it right you have to have the right bread. South Philly does, importing it from the famed Amoroso Bakery, the preeminent bakery for cheesesteak rolls. Put it all together and you are in Philly heaven. Our server was very pleasant and helpful as we got settled. We liked the place, not busy during our late lunch visit, convenient parking. It is part of a large shopping area, South Philly located way over to one end facing Lockwood Ridge. We also got an order of fries, something listed on a specials chalkboard. So much food. Enough for four people, it was natural cut fries with bleu cheese and balsamic dressings, bits of bacon, maybe more stuff. You can see it in the background in my photo.

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    Best cheesesteak I've had in years and best by far anywhere in the area. Definitely recommend. Fries are also bomb

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    Been here several times. Food always hot and delicious. I enjoy the garlic bomb. Would eat here more often if I didn't live 45 minutes away.

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    I am from the Philly area originally and this place knows how to make cheese steaks! And the blue cheese fries are amazing!

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    Very good sandwiches, satisfys my Philly cravings. Now if I could only find Jersey tomatoes

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    Great food and service when you need a lunch before going to work. Close to the 53rd Ave east.

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    Love the rolls. Probably the best anywhere. Love the chicken cheesesteak but the pork is amazing too. Will definitely be back

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    Yummy! Affordable and relaxing atmosphere or to go orders! Put it on your short bucket list... worthwhile visit!

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    6 years ago

    Legit Philly! You gotta try it. Packed with meat and has a great spice (not too spicy)

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