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    Robert K.

    Short and simple review. The Philly was a solid choice for a big sandwich. $14 dollars for it seemed a bit steep but that's the same price as most subways now. This was a great Philly cheese steak. The peppers were perfect tender and firm. I got mine with pepper jack. Walked right up to the counter. It was towards closing and the smelling of mopping was thick in the air. It was a bit off putting but the store itself was clean looking. The guy behind the counter's advice was to not get the classic cheese wizz. Will eat again

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    Traci J.

    This was my first time here. The woman who took my order was very friendly & helpful when I wanted pickles after I ordered. My Classic Philly Cheesesteak was good. I moved from Philly, so I'm incredibly familiar with cheesesteaks. You might even call me a cheesesteak snob. Again, this one was good. I loved music playing and the art displayed on the walls. I'll be back again.

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    Asad K.

    The girl working the front register put me and my brother on to the lunch special. So worth it! As a big fan of cheesesteaks, this place did not disappoint. I will definitely be back. Keep doing what you guys are doing. The inside was cool. The outside experience is K St. so you know what that's like.

    Original Philly with american white cheese, sweet peppers and onions
    Frank N.

    I had the original philly cheesesteak sandwich. It was delicious and filling. The staff was exceptionally friendly, helpful and considerate. The location itself was very clean, and you could tell they take pride in the food they serve.

    Chantell S.

    I had gotten (2) original full Philly cheesesteaks from this location with provolone, peppers and onions for $18.03 dining in. It was pipping fresh/hot, and seasoned well. It was good for a Philly cheesesteak right here in Sacramento. Very filling sandwich as well. Probably my last time going back. The owner is yelling at people on the street to come in his restaurant, with what looked like a "Modelo Negra" in his hand. The owner is yelling at his cooks and server still with the beer in his hand (I was very shocked seeing this) ...all while the server is serving and taking orders! music was very loud and as the owner is trying to talk to us and make jokes we can't hear him or anyone else. He proceeds to turn it down to conversate, then turns it all the way back up. It was extremely hot in the restaurant as well. I had to hurry up and finish my food, as the music was so loud it hurt my head and it felt much cooler outside. The art is amazing though, the place is decked out with cool Sacramento decor.

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    Sheree H.

    Walking past this place, you'll be drawn in by the classics and oldies music blaring from their outside speakers, instantly setting a positive atmosphere. The Philly is a fantastic lil Philly cheesesteak sandwich spot in the heart of downtown Sacramento on Kst. The two gentlemen staff were very informative and helpful when ordering, we were welcomed right away. There is a kiosk or cash register just ask for help if you need it. We notice the lunch special which incudes a large freshly made cheese steak, fries and a drink for $21 so we took advantage of this awesome deal. Food arrives fast and hot. Very tasty and satisfying, loved the sweet peppers and cheese. Fries were crispy, and fresh. And I loved that they have black cherry flavored soda! I'll be back again for lunch soon!

    Classic cheese steak with onions, peppers, mushroom, jalapeno
    Brian G.

    Sac has been lacking in the philly cheese steak game for awhile so it's a pleasure to have one here! The Philly was solid, I enjoyed the sandwich. I got the Classic cheese steak with onions, peppers, mushroom, jalapeno. Quality of beef is good. I would highly recommend getting extra cheese, I think that would have made it a 5 star sandwich if it had more cheesyness. Garlic fries were pretty good, they give a lot and there is a ton of garlic. Fries are steak cut style and are decently crispy. Friendly service. They have a TV so if you pop in during a King's game it will be on!

    Original Philly! Soooo good!
    Aisha W.

    My husband and I wanted to try something new so after reading the Yelp reviews, we landed here. Excellent customer service! The young man who took our order was friendly and had no problems answering our questions. We both landed in the original Philly w/provolone cheese & hot peppers instead of the sweet. We also shared a side of garlic fries. The food was great!! Piping hot, prepared to perfection with a nice amount of steak! $14 is a great price point and we both only managed to eat half of our sandwiches! We for sure recommend you checking this place out and we will definitely be back!

    The Philly fries with EVERYTHING!
    Richard C.

    This place is AMAZING! Been here twice now and had the classic Philly, and Philly fires!!! The cook Rob hooked it up both times! The portions are huge, lots of meat and toppings. We seen the chicken tenders and those are huge also! I will be coming back to try everything else on the menu. Thank you Rob for the amazing food! I definitely recommend this place to anyone who likes good food.

    Philly salad with steak.
    Jessica W.

    Ok. My first time in here. Was met with music turned up to 11. I had flashbacks of my time in retail where we would blast the music after closing. Now I feel old, but the music was so loud I couldn't hear the person taking my order. Person after me also had same issue. Ordered the Philly salad, to go. Delicious meat. The salad bit threw me because it's hot meat off the grill into spring mix which immediately wilts. Kinda weird, but I have no solution. Flavor was great, interested in trying an actual sandwich next time. Wish Yelp allowed me to give half stars because I would've given 3.5.

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    Food was great and service was friendly and welcoming. Def coming back and with friends!

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    Best Philly, so Damn good, best philly that I ever had in Sac, y'all should totally check this place out

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    Absolutely amazing Philly sandwiches and other items on the menu! staff is amazing very helpful and kind! definitely worth the visit!

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    Food was amazing 10/10 will recommend, they have great service here. the over all experience was welcoming and very clean.

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    4.2(170 reviews)
    3.8 mi•Natomas
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    This small local cheesesteak restaurant quickly became one of my go-to's and is now part of my…read moreregular food rotation. First off, the cheesesteaks are delicious. So far I've tried the supreme cheesesteak and the hot cheesesteak; both are really good and highly recommended. You can't go wrong with the top three, which I believe are the original, the hot, and the supreme. I think the highlight of these cheesesteaks is definitely the bread. It's soft but not too moist, providing the perfect texture. It's not hard at all, like a Banh Mi Vietnamese sandwich, but there is still a nice crust and crunch to the bread with a perfect taste. The pictures don't do it justice from the surface, but as you bite into it, they mix the melted cheese of your choice very well with the steak for a nice burst of flavor. Pair it with their amazing original French fries that remind me of some really good fast food fries, like from McDonald's or other local fry spots. The service is what you expect from a local small restaurant. They're nice, chill, and very simple. You order, and they call you when your order is done. They treat you well, especially if you ask for extra condiments such as mayo and ketchup, though ranch does cost extra. They serve it on a nice little metal tin platter with parchment paper, which makes it feel and taste great, especially when you eat it fresh inside the restaurant. To my surprise, the first few times we ordered from here, we got it to go, and it was still good by the time we brought it home. Regarding the size, I would say normally you can't go wrong with the standard size, which is the regular or the small. It is filling already. If you're extra hungry or just really feeling a cheesesteak, the large will definitely do you justice and make you feel satisfied. In my photos, I've attached pictures of the supreme and the hot cheesesteak. You can't go wrong with either, but my choice is definitely the hot. I've also tried their other items, such as the standard hot dog, which comes with the same bread. Based on other photos people have posted, it looks delicious as well. It is like a standard hot dog, but I'm telling you, the bread is something very unique about this restaurant. I think that's what makes you want to come back. The bread, plus the way they cook the cheesesteaks and everything put together, makes this place stand out. The vibe inside is very chill, serving more as a quick-eat area. It is a nice place to just get lunch or a quick dinner. It's pretty small, maybe fitting only 30 or so people, and they're located right next to the movie theater. I feel like this shop is a small hole-in-the-wall, and I highly recommend it. I don't think you would regret it.

    Walked in with my son after waiting in line for an hour to a screening that we didn't get in to. A…read morelittle disappointed but needed lunch. So I decided on the Supreme Cheesesteak, which had everything, mushrooms, onions, peppers, and I added wiz and white American. Also got the cheese dog for my son. We sat down for what felt like only 5 minutes and the food was ready. I was super impressed. Spoke with the owners daughter and she said her dad and mom have been making these for 20 years. I was eager to try. First impressions are OH MY GOD these are huge. Second impressions, OH MY GOD these are so freakin good. I've had cheesesteaks all across Sacramento and Roseville after a friend got me hooked on them. We went up down and around the county to try all of the highly rated restaurants. This one we never made it to. Out of all the places, this sits at the top of my list as number 1. They use real Amoroso rolls. They have cheese wiz that is thick and gooey. They have Cooper Sharp!!!! Other places we tried felt like imitation at best. Cheesesteaks felt like an original Philly shop. Why was it good? Beef was chopped perfectly about 1/4 inch pieces. The meat was juicy AND seasoned to complement the salty cheeses. The roll was toasted just a bit to give the sandwich a firm base because there was so much juice from the beef. But it never once was hard to bite into and it never disintegrated like other places. Also...the cheese wiz didn't just melt away to nothingness. It was thick enough to coat the meat and stay gooey. You could tell the skill and knowledge of the mom and dad making these sandwiches. The hotdog was massive! It was a footlong all beef dog in a toasted bun. The cheese wiz on top was a perfect compliment. The fries were crunchy and fluffy. If McD fries are top notch, these topped McD fries. I've never been more impressed or surprised by a place as I was here. If I could give them a Michelin star, I would. So good and satisfying.

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    Cheesesteak & Grill Stop

    4.6(342 reviews)
    18.4 mi
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    Philly great!…read more Cheesesteak & Grill Stop in Folsom is a hidden gem and a pleasant surprise. Don't judge a book by its cover--this quaint, mom-and-pop spot may have a simple, hole-in-the-wall feel, but the food speaks for itself. The regular Philly cheesesteak is an absolute standout. The beef is tender and cooked to order, the cheese is perfectly gooey, and the bread is toasted just right with a crispy exterior and a soft bite. The sandwich alone deserves 5 stars. Same with the CSG sandwich! The tables and chairs could use a little fresh TLC, but owning and running a small business is not easy, and I appreciate supporting local mom-and-pop shops. I would definitely return to try more cheesesteaks! Other: -$$ -bathroom inside -inside seating about 6 small tables -plenty of parking -service is friendly

    The Cheesesteak Shop we used to drive to in Roseville closed, to our surprise. So, we gave this…read morelittle spot in Folsom a try based on its reviews rating and I do see why. We'd tried others and they just didn't pass the tastebud vibe. This one did. Closer to us and fresh. Bread- warm, slight crisp on the outside, soft inside. Not squishy or saturated in oil. Steak- Flavored and soft, covered in melted cheese. It was yellow American and I do prefer white American for the Cheesesteak but not bad. Onions are grilled and chopped, I prefer them to be slightly bigger but that's just me being picky. Bell peppers- this particular sandwich doesn't come with peppers but I asked for them to be added as a preference. I do wish they were sliced and not chopped and that there were more, but again that is personal preference. If I was to have it my way I'd have the sweet pickled peppers instead. Fries- really good. They remind me of the Boardwalk, growing up. Fries are thick cut and very fresh. Hot to touch lets you know they were made once ordered. We would definitely come here again. Might bring my own peppers and ask for white American next time . The lady taking orders might be the owner. Very friendly.

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    The Cheese Steak Shop

    The Cheese Steak Shop

    3.9(344 reviews)
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    I am familiar with this chain but this was my first time at this location. I ordered a King of…read morePhilly which was supposedly 50% more meat and cheese. I appreciated that the food was made fresh but I don't believe that the quantity of meat was worth the price point when I compared the "king" to my friend's regular cheesesteak. I rather have had AYCE meal for $20 more. I was somewhat disappointed and can't say I would come back here again. The sandwich possessed a nice cheesy flavor but I felt that the actual meat lacked a bit of seasoning. When we went to the counter to order, there was no one there at 7 PM on a Sunday. We saw a couple of to go orders but it was pretty quiet. We could tell that the cashier taking our dine-in order at the counter was eagerly anticipating what tipping % we were going to chose which was a major turn-off to this whole experience. I can't say this was a solid experience because all of the tables needed to be wiped down or had some sort of grease or food on the tabletops. We bussed our own table and staff was okay with that.

    OK, being from the Bay Area I'm so glad they have a Cheese Steak shop near where I live now . I…read morewas craving the yummy cheese steak. Walking in everything looked clean and organized. I ordered the steak and mushrooms and I added the bell peppers and onions all the toppings. I love the bread is very delicious. The meat is just so flavorful you can see them cooking everything fresh. The person behind the counter was very nice and attentive. They have tasty cakes brand desserts in the front to go. Overall, it was a great experience and I got my fix. Can't wait to go back for some more yummy sandwiches.

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    3.3(434 reviews)
    13.1 mi
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    My man and I stopped in on a late night while out of town. We were looking for Philly cheese steaks…read moreso hopped on yelp for help. We walked in and the place was a decent size and was very very clean. The bathroom was spotless, and there wasn't even a water steak on the tables they were so well maintained 4.8/5 The staff was incredibly friendly and the service was very quick. We had a few questions about the menu and the lady at the register was patient with us and thorough so we knew exactly what we were getting 4.5/5 Now for the food... we ordered twisted fries, a large drink, the classic Philly and a chicken hoagie. The phillys were delicious, but tasted like any other really great Philly, but these ones stand out a bit more because the bread on these babies is phenomenal 4.6/5. The fries were standard but well fried 3.5/5. The soda fountain offered flavors so we added vanilla to our shared dr. Pepper but it did nothing but make it taste more sugar and less vanilla 2.5/5. Now we HAVE to talk about the price... because, you maaaaay just have to clear out your savings account if you want a 15 inch... which is $31!!! The 7" was $16 and that's pretty pricey for a Philly! Pricing does bring this place down a bit for me... 2.5/5. Overall, I rate this establishment a 4/5

    Had the worst experience ordering takeaway from this place. Too many things this establishment got…read morewrong. Maybe the only thing they get right is that the steak tastes good. Ordered online using their website and apparently the coupon code they advertise on their website ($10 off if you spend $20) is no longer applicable. Thats really bothersome to keep the advertisement up if you do not honor it anymore. Wife went to pick up the sandwiches and luckily she checked the bag when she got to the car because they forgot one of our sandwiches. When she came home, I could not even tell the difference between her small sandwich and my medium sandwich that I paid 6 more dollars for. I just that was so bizarre. Their sandwiches are already very expensive so it was really disappointing to see that paying another 6 dollars barely gets me anything. Worst offender is the kids meal.. A $16 cheeseburger that was overcooked. It even looked greenish for some reason as if the burger was a vegetable. Very odd to charge the same amount of money for a kids meal and adult entree. On top of that, I dont care for soda or neither does my kid but they forgot to give us the drink that is part of the kids meal. I mean this place is just exhausting. Cant I just go to a restaurant and trust that they got my back? I give you money and you give me what I paid for. If only it was that simple.

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