The Philadelphian

I wish I could do 4.5 stars. It was almost perfect. To get the true Philly feel there needs to be a whiz option. The steak was great. The bread was fine, could have tasted/felt fresher, could have been warmed up. The bread on my cheesesteak was cold. You won’t get that at Jim’s. Overall very good, but just doesn’t get quite to the real Philly cheesesteak experience. The onion rings were fine. I get why people really like them. They’re unique. I’ve never seen onion rings done with this kind of breading/batter. Not my style but I get why people would like them.

Place is superb, even down to the low-key, simple, hole in the wall place that it is. I find the atmosphere here to be relaxed and love seeing the classic menu and decor. Great, just as it is. I had read that one reviewer found the atmosphere to be run-down: quite the contrary: it's cozy and worth visiting for a great sandwich. Will certainly return!

I really do love this place—the food is so good. The only reason I gave 4 stars instead of 5 is because the inside feels a bit run-down (think hole-in-the-wall, dive vibes). Personally, I don’t mind, but I get a little embarrassed when I bring friends along. That said, the food more than makes up for it. The English chips come out piping hot and fresh from the fryer every time. My go-to is the cheesesteak loaded with onions, peppers, mushrooms, tomatoes, and pickles—absolute perfection. Add a side of au jus if you are into that (I know I am, lol). Overall: 🍴 Food: 10/10 (delicious, but definitely on the greasy side—so be prepared!) 🏚️ Atmosphere: 5/10 (don’t come for the decor, come for the food). Would still 100% recommend for the taste alone!

This place is delish! They made mine without bread and hooked it up! Very filling and tasty! Thanks to the Philadelphian Crew! Woot woot! TRY IT OUT! DEFINITELY WORTH IT!

Fries are big and fresh cut but taste plain could maybe use some salt but nonetheless still really good. Also got a 6 inch pepper steak with mayo, hot peppers and onions (no lettuce, tomato or pickle). Only reason I gave 4 stars is for the fries lacking salt but you can get salt packets and salt it yourself so I’ll probably still give 5 stars because it’s good either way 👌🏼 I wanna try something else but like the pepper steak a lot so I keep getting it