Well, I threw my Tesla in the trash all because of a system malfunction. Now I'm back to what I love most: European cars and a stick shift. I decided to get an older car so I can shift into lower gears without a computer messing things up like on that stupid Tesla. While waiting for my European car to get turned up at the mechanic shop, I decided to go on a stroll--but not just any ordinary stroll. This was a walk through the neighborhood to get some pizza at Subway Café. Just by the name, you would think it's underground like a subway in New York City (which I would never ride, purely because it might stink and ruin my appetite). Instead, I stopped into this hidden gem to grab a pie. Of course, I ordered a plain, original pizza, well-done. I'll tell you, this pizza was different--just like me. It had the sauce on top and the cheese on the bottom. The restaurant actually told me the secret to why they get it so crispy, but I'm not going to share that; there are too many leaked secrets in the world already! And not by me This spot was great. It was small, old-school, and had a vibe that felt like Brooklyn, New York, which I think has the best pizza. However, these are not your normal-sized New York slices; it's more of a personal which makes it very unique. As I bit into the first slice, it was like fireworks in my mouth. The sauce had a very rich taste, and the cheese was excellent with a perfect pull. I could tell it wasn't just cheap cheese bought from a local grocery store. Someone put their heart and soul into making this pie. The dough--which is the best part--was amazing. The pie is a flatbread, but the crust had a slightly sweet taste that I really enjoyed. Just talking about it right now is making my mouth water! I highly recommend this place and their pizza. If you're really hungry, grab two for yourself--I'm sure you won't regret it. I hope my review helps you decide why you should get your next pizza from this spot! B L E E AKA Branden-Lee Butler read more

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Delish food. Great service. Wonderful ambience. A must visit place. Check for hours before you go Chicken Parm, pizza, everything is a win! read more

I had the Hawaiian pizza and it couldn't be better! The fries on the side were the perfect amount of crispness too which was a great touch. Overall aesthetic of the restaurant is really cool since it's a bit of an older spot. The servers are very friendly and hospitable too. read more

Subway Cafe - French Fries - Pizza Near Me - Harrisburg, Pennsylvania

We ordered sausage & pepperoncini pizza and Rigatoni & Meatballs. Both items were yummy. Waitress was very friendly and attentive. I would definitely recommend stopping by anytime you're in Harrisburg! read more

Food- Absolutely LOVE it!!! I can't complain about anything! Once my brother went there with my dad, and my brother got a free piece of peanut butter pie! He said it was the best he'd ever had, and when I went there, I got it, and it was soooo great!!! Service- Amazing and fast! The waitress was very kind, and the owner lives in my old neighborhood! He is always there, and he is very nice! Ambiance- Nice and cozy place that has comfy places to sit. It has a bar, too! Totally recommend, 5 STARS!!!!! read more

Atmosphere: walked into gorgeous lighting that has a feel of art decor period. Beautifully painted walls with stone work. The lady promptly sat us in a nice cozy booth. Nose level was low so I could hear my friend talk. Waitresses were so friendly! Drinks: they had many cocktails & drinks to choose from. Margarita was good. I got 2 of them. Dinner: veggie pizza is good and crust crispy. Finally, a place that puts enough sauce on a pizza. Score! Dessert: we got the lemoncello cake. Icing was not heavy and cake was light. Perfect way to end a meal. I posted on FB their sign and now all my friends want me to take them here. I would definitely recommend it. There's plenty of parking next to the place. Go! read more

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This place has been around forever! I FINALLY got to stop in and have dinner with my fam. Servers are great - engaging, funny, helpful and all around awesome. The food was plentiful and tasty, though basic and straight forward. Salad was surprisingly large and flavorful. My only real complaint was the booth was really too small for 4 ppl and their food. We got pasta dishes and not the pizza ... so I must go back and give that a try. read more

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We love the Subway Cafe's pizza menu and the crispy crust pizza they make! We went here last night with another couple and introduced them to the place. I ordered the Spicy Buffalo pizza this was my first time trying it and it brought a nice heat to it! Two orders of Pepperoni & Cheese Pizzas and a Meat Lovers rounded out our dinner! The pizza are personal size but depending on appetite you may be bringing some home! Washed them down with some cold tapped beers and we were set for the evening! read more

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3.5 Cute neighborhood hole in the wall bar and kitchen. Has a devoted following. Kitchen's output is well-executed if unexciting.

I'll cut to the chase: excellent old-world style pizza. Not a good cheesesteak. High prices with small-sized portions. I love the pizza here, but I could easily eat two of these. Remember geometry class and how you use 3.14 to see how much area your pizza pi contains? Nah, me neither but I can easily see the pie is about the size of two slices of a large 16" pizza. The cheesesteak was literally a sandwich. That's what the menu said and that's what it certainly was. I'll pass next time and opt for a cheesesteak pizza if I felt the need, otherwise I'm only getting pizza here. Maybe a salad. I think they might be large...but I can't remember my last visit. Decent choice 6 out of 7 days a week. Closed Sunday. read more

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I have been coming to Subway Cafe for over 40 years and i was very disappointed with my last spaghetti and meatballs dinner. First off the portion was for a child. second the spaghetti was over cooked and the sauce was watered down and bland. Third the meatballs tasted freezer burnt. I spent over 100 bucks for 3 very below average spaghetti and meatball dinners. I really hope this was an isolated incident. read more

Truly an institution in the city. If you like Thin, cracker style " Bar Pie" this this is your spot. Can't beat the regular Italian fare and fishbowls of beer. A true must try if you are in or around the Harrisburg area! read more

This was my second time there. We sat at the bar. Service was good. Pizza was good. The turtle pumpkin pie dessert was really good! I got a pizza with pepperoni and garlic. Prices are fine. They have a full bar. Nice to support a place that's been in business since 1948. I don't have any complaints. read more

It been 7 years since I was here and originally reviewed this iconic establishment. The food is still great and the atmosphere is nice. After perusing around the sportsman show for a few hours, we ate here vs. a fast food or chain place. Nice to sit and not feel rushed. My son loved the pizza.. Pizza was on point and the salad dressing is still fabulous. Will be back for sure.... read more

Subway Cafe - Outside - Pizza Near Me - Harrisburg, Pennsylvania

Operating since 1947. This is one of the best places for local get together in Hbg. Excellent pizza, peanut butter pie and cold beer! Can't say enough about the Subway Cafe read more

They are known for their pizza and it's as good as advertised. The crust reminds me of a saltine cracker. Super crunchy and delicious. I always crave this pizza. read more

Subway Cafe - Pepperoni Pizza - Pizza Near Me - Harrisburg, Pennsylvania

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I have been in Harrisburg for 44 years and can't believe I've never heard of Subway Cafe!!! Cute clean atmosphere with a fun vibe and fantastic crispy bar pies!! Staff is also so pleasant and inviting read more

Went there Friday during lunch. The two ladies behind the bar were very friendly and took my to-go order right away. I ordered a pepperoni pizza and a slice of peanut butter pie. With the Tip it was $20. Took out the 2 boxes and went back to work. First thing I noticed was the container with the peanut butter pie was very "Lite". No weight at all. Upon opening the piece was very small. I expected a chocolate covering on the slice but it only had a few chocolate chips. Upon "Forking" the piece was still partially frozen and the taste was bland. I honestly could not taste any peanut butter at all. The crust was very hard, thin and tasteless. It did not break evenly with the fork and filling. For $6.50 leave it off the menu. The Pepperoni pizza was a personal sized offering which at first looked great when opening the box. A nice complement of cheese and pepperoni with an abundance of sauce. Upon further inspection the crust looked very thin which made it very hard to seperate the slice from the remaining pie. The crust did not hold up making tasting a cumbersome chore. The taste was bland at best, with the abundant sauce needing more flavor. Another creation best left in the kitchen. We drove by this place often over the last three years and I decided to be the first one from our work group to give it a try. The outside is quaint with plenty of parking and easy access the Bar interior is Nice with a Rustic Feel. Sadly my Lunch was subpar (for the reasons mentioned above) and I shared this with the work crew seated around me at the table. All were wanting to give the Subway Cafe a try. But not after they saw what i brought back for lunch. read more

Subway Cafe is either a staple or a hidden gem depending how you look at it. Crispy cracker crust pizza is so unique and so hard to find. I love coming here and would highly recommend to anyone passing by or in the area. Tasty and flavorful sauce, just the right amount of cheese, super yum! The service is always fast too! Can't wait to return again! read more

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A great part of Harrisburg landscape for decades. Always good food & service. Their thin crust pizzas are delicious and pastas are exceptional. read more

My friends and I stumbled upon this place by accident while navigating an accident on Cameron. We had heard about the infamous pizza but didn't realize this place was close enough to eat at during our lunch. Of course having heard about all the pizza, I got a pepperoni and mushroom personal size pizza. It's around $6.50 to start and all the toppings are extra. Also don't expect to come in here with options of veggies besides mushrooms and peppers as options of veggies on your pizza FYI. Also their pizza is unique for their crust that's thin and crispy. My friend compared it to a type of crust called "cracker crust". It was my first time having it and is great for people who like light thin crunchy crusts that hold their own. Definitely going to try the meat lovers options next time. This place is small and cozy so not ideal for bit parties. They have your typical central PA Italian foods also and have bar area if you are interested. Eating here felt like I was transported in time and the service was great despite the busy lunch time period. read more

Subway Cafe - Mushroom and sausage personal pizza - Pizza Near Me - Harrisburg, Pennsylvania

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Subway Cafe has been a fave of ours for a few years. Now that I work a little closer, we get to go more often. and boy, is this is a great local spot for lunch! Their pizzas are delicious! They are six slices and range in cost from $9 to $12, they have a 'meatlovers' pizza that is amaayyyyyzing! I have not yet partake in their fishbowls of beer, but I hear they are legendary! Some parking in a private lot, but no on street parking. They have six packs to go. read more

Subway Cafe - Bacon cheeseburger - Pizza Near Me - Harrisburg, Pennsylvania

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A Harrisburg classic. Their tasty pizza is unique due to both the excellent sauce and the use of provolone cheese instead of mozzarella. The pizzas will certainly feed one but are also large enough to share. Subway Cafe is also one of few places I've been in that serves old-school "schooners" of beer. Takes me back to my younger years! Prices are very reasonable. The staff and crowd are always very friendly. Great service every time I've visited. read more

This is the 2nd time I have placed a lunch order only to go and pick it up and be told it was either just picked up by someone else or they didn't place the order - Needless to say there will not be 3rd order placed - What a JOKE! read more

We spent Memorial Day weekend way from Harrisburg, and by the time we got back into town late Monday night, I had zero desire to go grocery shopping to get items for lunches. So there I was, sitting at my desk on Tuesday wondering what the heck I should get for lunch! 'Burger King?', I thought; but then quickly dismissed the notion of BK from my mind when I remembered that Jackson House was right down the street. After several minutes of pondering, I decided to consult my SME, Google. Google showed me just how close Subway Café was. This was a place that I had been wanting to try for a while, so it was a no brainer. Food: I came for the pizza. With so many glowing reviews, and its long-standing presence in the community, I figured it had to be delicious. It was very good, but I warn you that this is not what you are used to. I did not know this going in, and I almost let it affect my disposition on the pizza. So let this review be both helpful and educational! First, I asked if they did 'slices'. They do not, but they do have 6.5 inch little pies for about 6.50 (cheese only). I knew I wouldn't eat the whole thing in one sitting, but I figured, 'what the heck'. So I ordered a whole pie. Now, he warned me ahead of time that this was a pie with a thin crust. Honestly, that term is thrown around so loosely that I just ignored him and awaited the food. This pizza is different. If you are into crackery-thin pizza crust, a light veneer of cheese, all topped with homemade tomato sauce, you will go bonkers for this pizza. For me, it is not my jam. Despite that, I can respect it for what it was... Dough: The dough resembles something a little thicker than a cracker. The flavor reminded me of Water Crackers. Carr's is the traditional brand that makes he crackers I am referring to. In fact, the flavor was almost identical. For me, I like doughy, pillowy, tender, and slightly fluffy pizza dough with a good chew. This is the complete opposite. If you like crackery, very thin pizza crust, this will rock your world. Do NOT come into this restaurant expecting NY Style pizza, you will be sorely mistaken and likely not enjoy this pizza. (Dough: 4/5) Cheese: A unique blend of mozzarella and what I believe was aged provolone cheese. I may be wrong, but that is what it tasted like to me. The cheese had a just a little bit of 'funk' in there. On this pie, it was very good (4/5) Sauce: This was the incredible element of the pizza. I may, if given the opportunity, drink this sauce. It was fabulous. Definitively homemade and very well seasoned. For my preference, I like my sauce a touch sweeter with a hit of fresh basil. Despite my own personal preference though, this sauce is legit. In my opinion, the sauce needs to be a touch sweeter to balance out the 'funky' saltiness of the cheese; but for this pie, this sauce works. (Sauce 4 / 5) Food: 4 / 5 Service: Outstanding. The guy behind the counter seemed to really care about and value the customers in the restaurant. He even was conversational -- an added bonus! Definitely felt like he was inviting me into his home for a meal. That's serious pride, and I appreciate it. Service: 5 / 5 Atmosphere: located inside an OLD building in downtown Harrisburg, before I walked-into this place, I thought it was going to be a dump. The complete opposite and further proves the old adage that 'looks can be deceiving. Very clean, very well kept, and just a super cool spot. Loved the vibes and I loved the overall 'feel' of the joint. Will be back to try something else. Atmosphere: 5 / 5 Price: For what I got, $8 after tip and tax was a little on the expensive side. I personally would not pay that again, but not necessarily because it was over-priced. Mostly because this type of pizza isn't how I like my pie. Still though...it was a little much. Compared to a value meal at BK, Subway, or even the aforementioned Jackson House though, and I suppose it is pretty in-line with what I would have paid elsewhere. Price: 3 / 5 Final Thoughts: Again, this pizza is not for you if you are like me and like classic NY-Style pie. Though, despite that, I believe that this is unique gem that you should checkout and at least try. It wasn't for me, but you may fall in love with something new! Or...old? Since it has been around since 1948. Either way, I will definitely be back for the homemade lasagna on Thursday and Fridays! read more

Subway Cafe - Sauce on top? Hell yea! - Pizza Near Me - Harrisburg, Pennsylvania

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Probably a 3.5 stars but I'm rating it up because of the friendly service and fierce loyalty of the locals. My friend and I had dinner at the bar because it was crowded in the restaurant. The bartender was delightful and I was glad we sat there. Started with the goldfish bowl of light beer and had the spaghetti with meat sauce and salad. The dressing was SO GOOD: apple cider vinaigrette with parmesan and olive oil and some other spices. The spaghetti was pretty standard but good. I would have ordered a special if I was hungrier but noticed that the specials sold out quickly while we were there so they must have been good! Decor is very kitschy and the T-shirts looked really cute. There were water level marks in the restaurant for various flooding levels in the past fifty years or so (kinda blew my mind). Fellow diners at the bar were super friendly. Subway Cafe is one of those places where you immediately feel at home. read more

They have a good pizza. Some people called it upside down pizza because the sauce on top of the cheese. the size it similar to personal pan pizza and cost $ 5.90 and add $1.2 for each topping. They also have daily special each day and they specialty on pizza and lasagna also. We also got their eclair ($ 3.85) it's a pretty big and taste really good too. definitely will come back again. read more

Subway Cafe - upside down pizza - Pizza Near Me - Harrisburg, Pennsylvania

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Me: They spelled sauce wrong. Mike L.: That's because they're Greek. Me: So, because they're Greek they don't know how to spell sauce? Mike L.: Not in English. Blame it on the fishbowls... Confusing, slightly racist, drunken convo's aside, this place is wonderful. Not just for the 34 oz fishbowls of beer for $4.50, but also for their fantastic (inexpensive) Italian food. The restaurant itself is pretty old, but cute, complete with an awesome old bar and retro light fixtures. I omitted one star because they have absolutely no vegetarian dishes (they put meat in EVERYTHING), but they were nice enough to special order me a white pizza w/ veggies. read more

Subway Cafe - Pizza Near Me - Harrisburg, Pennsylvania

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I came here on a Tuesday afternoon for a lunch with a coworker. We both got the pizza. Although it's not too bad, I didn't think it was that great either. It reminded me a little of the frozen single serve pizzas you buy in the grocery store for around $1 with the thin crust. I'm not saying I wouldn't visit here again to try something else because I definitely will. Sandwiches/burgers looked pretty good and they seemed popular also. Service was pretty decent, no complaints. If I try another menu item that is really good in the future, I will increase my rating accordingly. read more

Pizza Review I love being introduced to great pizza places! This is a spot I've driven by plenty of times but would never think to stop. A group of us went here on our work lunch and were in/out in an hour even though the tables/bar seats were full. The pizza was recommended, so we all got one. Each one is a personal pizza the size of a large dinner plate, and is more than enough for lunch. Not sure if it is, but the thin crust tastes like phyllo dough. Either way, it's light and crispy. Everyone ordered different toppings and all were enjoyed. My one complaint is that the only sauce served has meat, so if you want vegetarian you have to order the white pizza which is served without sauce. The sauce is homemade and my coworkers said it was great. read more

Five stars for a unique dining experience! This is a great, old-fashioned neighborhood Italian restaurant, famous for its unusual version of pizza -- crust topped with a layer of cheese and sauce on top. I've never had anything like this in a lifetime of pizza-eating, and was unsure if I'd like it, but it was great, a totally different pizza experience. The sauce was smooth and spicy, and reminded me of the spaghetti sauce of my childhood -- and that's a compliment. The proper beverage to accompany Subway's pizza is a shared fishbowl of beer. I definitely plan to go back again some evening so I can get a photograph of that great neon sign lit up. (And more pizza!) read more

Subway Cafe - Subway Cafe - Pizza Near Me - Harrisburg, Pennsylvania

Sure its fun to eat fancy. But there's really nothing like a good dive bar. ESPECIALLY one like Subway Cafe. Its clean, its affordable, and its DELISH. Its been a Harrisburg gem for many many years and you can feel the history in the place even though they've been good at maintaining the place. They're known for their pizzas and they are quite yummy but I actually enjoy their pasta dishes. The sauce is consistent and tastes homemade (I assume it is). Its a simple sauce but it tastes so good and makes me feel so good. Also their fishbowls of beer bring the whole experience together. Its a local joint but welcoming and its family friendly too. I saved room for dessert this past time and I am glad I did. The peanut butter pie is amazing. Its more like an ice box pie which is perfect after a savory meal. Not as heavy as like a cream pie. And I spied the table next to us loving the eclair so I'd like to try that sometime when I have more room. If you're looking for a simple Italian meal in a laid back atmosphere - look no further! read more

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First off if you go on a Friday make sure to get there before 6:30pm because this place fills up fast! I got the meat lovers pizza and as weird as it sounds, it may have had too much meat. I would personally select another option, as they give A LOT of toppings. I liked the thin crust pizza. It was cooked perfectly. This is a unique place also that I can't even compare to another pizza place. As for draft beer, they had a couple options only but at $5 for a 32 oz fishbowl, how can you not like that! I took away a star because the service left something to be desired. I like to think it was because it was really crowded but that might not have been the issue. read more

I've passed this whole in the wall more times than I can count and I always planned on stopping in and then four years passed and I finally went. Why oh why did I wait 4 years? The parking lot was packed with cars but there was surprisingly an open table for us in this otherwise crowded 20 table restaurant. The servers were great and brought our food out quickly. I'm usually a fan of thick, doughy pizza so I thought from the looks of it that I wouldn't be crazy about this thin, crispy pizza they're famous for. I was very wrong. Each bite left me wanting more and it's been one week since my visit and each day I've craved another slice. This will surely become a regular spot. read more

The pizza chicken Parmesan was so moist & tender. The cornucopia of pizza options is amazing. Love the fishbowl beers are the best! read more

What a great place in the city. One of the best pizza crust I've ever had. It's like a crunchy cracker.

We live in NW PA, and any time we have a chance to swing through Harrisburg to eat at Subway Cafe, we do!! The food is delicious, the service is amazing! And they have some fun pizzas, like the spaghetti and meatball (which is my fave)! We always get the fishbowl beers as well. It's a sweet little spot that you shouldn't pass up! read more

Subway Cafe - Spaghetti & Meatball Pizza - Pizza Near Me - Harrisburg, Pennsylvania

A Harrisburg institution. Order a personal pizza and fishbowl draft. Great little place.

More like 3.5. Subway cafe is a good local spot. It has a small town, home town feel. The pizzas a pretty good. It's not gourmet, but that's not why you come here. It's good pizza with a nice crispy crust. The beer fish bowls are fun! They're a good deal too. Great place to go with friends and chill with pizza and beer! Friendly service. read more

We visited this little joint last Friday evening. We were lucky enough to get a booth before the crowd came in. We ordered two beers, split an antipasta salad, tried the infamous thin crust pizza, and finished with a slice of peanut butter pie! The atmosphere is just a small, old bar. Don't come here on a first date! Much "prettier" atmospheres downtown. Not a "cafe" -per say! The salad was fresh and the house dressing was a typical Italian. My husband raved over the pizza. He's from the coal region and a pure bred Italian who knows and loves his thin crust pizza. He agrees with the majority that it is the best pizza in the city. I, on the other hand, wasn't quite as impressed. The pizza was very tasty, don't get me wrong, but it was so tiny! Ok, ok, I am a Sicilian fan so I'm biased, but when my pizza was gone I was still hungry! My husband half joked about ordering another one. The crust was very thin and buttery, the sauce was just right, and the provolone cheese was a unique touch, so overall, it was nice! Maybe it's just me, but when I buy a pizza, I expect to be full. This is a personal pan, bar pizza, so if you're hungry, order the salad first! The peanut butter pie was very good, smooth, cool..mmm! We even brought a slice home for the sitter. Overall, yes, the pizza is great! The atmosphere is just an old bar, and the prices are a little salty for central PA. For two of us (2 beers, 1 salad, 2 pizza, 2 slices of pie, and the babysitters pie), we spent about $50. I confess, I could have downed another personal pan, it was cheat night after all! Of course we'll be back, the hubby loved it and it was different from the regular pizza around here. read more