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    The Philly King

    4.4 (39 reviews)
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    12/19/25: Fully Loaded Pastrami Fries -- easily feeds 2-3
    Trish B.

    The Philly King, Santa Ana has me in a chokehold cause why is their food ridiculously soooo good?!!! Drove 1hr plus and I'd do it again, no questions asked!! I GOT THE Pastrami fries and my GOD they were AMAZING!!! Loaded up with pastrami meat, gooey cheese (white & cheddar--yes, please), sautéed onions and pickles! Coke and bottled water on the side. Easily can feed 2-3 people -- if you're the sharing type! Otherwise you can eat off the plate 2 more times!! Loved their professionalism Great portions More than reasonable prices I'm so serious when I say: RUN!!! Don't walk --Oh and catch them before 2pm!! Definitely recommend and will be back, SOON!!!

    Cali Cheesesteak
    Willis N.

    Very casual and friendly food truck. I ordered the Cali Cheesesteak and the staff were super friendly. Since it was my first time there she had me try some fries at no extra charge. The cheesesteak itself was solid. Lots of flavor and lots of contents. No skimping here. The red and cilantro sauces are bonus. Though next time I should try the hoagie, I woulda liked my bread crispier but that's not really anyones fault. Lastly I think this food truck can benefit from some portable chairs n tables. I lowkey had to look for a dining patio at OC County Hall nearby because there's no way I'm eatin this in my car lol. But yea I wouldve really loved to had sat n dined right then n there. Probably will come back for that hoagie

    Philly cheesesteak
    Spencer S.

    This food truck was at the OCSC game on 10/4/25 in Irvine. Fast and friendly service in a casual atmosphere. Simplest menu I've ever seen. Only options were either a cheesesteak, fries, or cheesesteak fries. Overpriced, but what food truck isn't? It was $15 before tax and tip for a decent sized sandwich. It was good, but most of the meat chunks were too large to take in one bite, and the sandwich was served so scalding hot that it made it that much more difficult to manage. I was asked if I wanted hot peppers, which I said I didn't want, but then the sandwich came with no peppers at all. To my knowledge, Philly cheesesteaks are supposed to come with regular red and green peppers (not "hot" at all), but maybe I'm wrong? Miscommunication? I enjoyed the flavor of the sandwich I got, but the aforementioned made me not absolutely love the experience.

    Cheeseburger with thick fries
    Fran L.

    I'm one of very few Food Truck affectionados since I don't usually have time to drive around to a particular location and park and wait for the food to be cooked! However, I have had three occasions in not so distant past of getting the Korean BBQ Tacos, Thai Food, Syrian Food and Halal Brothers in NYC. So I'm not a newby or brand new customer for this particular culinary experience that everyone is raving about. I just recently received a marketing but very personal text via Yelp offering $3 off of $15 Phyllis Steak from Phyllis King Food Truck. At that particular point in time I had absolutely no desire for a sandwich, but I replied yes and took my wife and my father for lunch at the Santa Ana Downtown location where a nice, new food truck with QRS order sign and simple menu with everything from Pastrami French Fries, Cheese Burger, Reuben Sandwich, Phyllis Cheese Steak Sandwich, etc. Don't let the simple menu fool you. This Food Truck has Michelin Star Chef with immensely delicious and generous hot sandwiches with all the right ingredients. Also the cleanliness of the truck inside and out with hygienic blue medical grade gloves, hand sanitizer use, plenty of top quality to go boxes and sterile containers all speak volumes about the highest quality food truck ever. The husband and wife team are absolutely flawless and customer care top five stars. I took home five sandwiches with two large French Fries with pastrami cheese on top, six different sauces and extra red chili peppers. The cheeseburger was to die for. Once at home we dived into the sandwiches like the hungry pack of wolves even though we are all watching our weight. My youngest daughter is very strict with her diet but she broke her fast with the cheeseburger. I ate Phyllis CheeseSteak Sandwich smothered in onions, extra cheese and absolutely delicious hot au jus sauce-deep, savory yet light with slight salty flavors were absolutely amazing. My True Yelping Mukbang Friends: go and try everything they have. I guarantee you'll enjoy this gem of excellent hot sandwiches from the East Coast! You will not regret it.

    My son ate his burger and fries right up.  He gave it a thumbs up!
    Leslie J.

    Discovered The Philly King at woodbridge apartments. Love, love, love! Haven't had a cheesesteak in CA that tasted legit.. until now. High-quality meat, cheese blend, and the perfect bread. Service was A+. Definitely going back for more!

    Mario and Kenya super nice!
    Cheryl J.

    Had a burger and fries -- everything was delicious. Mario and Kenya were super friendly and helpful. Great food and great service. Highly recommend!

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    Janae P.

    Food is good. Service is good and the ambiance is whatever you make it. They make some tasty sandwiches here. Don't forget a cheesesteak!

    Pastrami fries
    Anthony N.

    I really wanted to like them more than I did, and maybe cause I had been hunting them down and going out of my way I had higher expectations. Ever since I moved to the OC I have been looking for two things, a really bomb thai place and an awesome Philly cheesesteak. I am still on the lookout for both if y'all have any recommendations. I've made a few attempts and still haven't had a Philly cheesesteak from here... they ran out apparently... and then another time they had COVID so they didn't show up? And another time they just weren't there? Super flakey about locations and where they're gonna be so make sure to check on their Instagram or call? (I tried but they didn't pick up) I tried their shrimp po boy, it was okay... the shrimp was tasty, but just wasn't anything special. The pastrami fries were okay as well. The Hat is better (I don't even enjoy the Hat like that but theirs is better) I didn't enjoy the cut of their fries and they were limp and the sauce on top wasn't interesting or lending any flavor. I guess if I stumble upon them again at Chapman Crafted again I'll try and get a Philly cheesesteak if they aren't "sold out".

    So good!
    JÅred C.

    The food is the best in town! My wife have visited their food truck in Irvine multiple times and they never disappoint. Mario and his wife go out of their way to treat every customer as part of their family. I recommend checking them out ASAP you won't regret it. Their bread is amazing and my wife would eat it alone if she could. However, if you want the full treatment I highly recommend Philly turkey my wife's go to and I love the Mr. Reuben. If you are a serious foodie you have to try their Philly Cheesesteak Fries!!!!

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    They came to my apartments in costa mesa and were super friendly and helpful. Great food!!!

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    Pretty good Philly cheesesteak --the bread was fresh and the steak was super flavorful. Definitely a solid spot, I'll be coming back!

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    5 months ago

    Best of the best. Home grown. Born in Santa Ana and for Santa Ana. Great owners who truly care about our community

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    hands down best philly cheese in oc. Great customer service and the food is always delicious

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    I got the traditional philly steak and it was the best I've had. Everything is made to order and I love how you can order online.

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    Not only is the food amazing but the guys are great. Definitely recommend the traditional philly with added shrimp.

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    Best pastrami Po boy around. I drove from home to OC great park just to get one Thanks Mario!!!

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