An amazing cheesesteak!! I'm from Philly, I grew up eating cheesesteaks. There are actually quite a few different versions of a Philly cheesesteak (dependent on where you lived). The big fight for the crown of Philly cheesesteak in Philly typically boils down to either Pat's or Geno's. While both of those are great cheesesteaks, theyre not what I grew up eating (I lived in Delaware County and my cheesesteak was different from Pat's/Geno's).
I have been searching for a great cheesesteak since I moved here a year+ ago. I'm surprised I havent stumbled upon this place in my searches before today.
Its off my beaten path, and the dining room is no 5 star restaurant...but its exactly fitting for what it is, a great place to pick up a quick and incredibly tasty cheesesteak.
When i walked in this morning around 11am, the dining room was empty except for one customer. I was greeted kindly by the female cashier. She took my order quickly (a 12" cheesesteak plain), and said it would be ready in a few mins. I sat down and she came around the counter and chatted with me while filling up some sodas (most likely for the staff). Within 2 mins my order (to go) was ready and brought to me wrapped and ready to go. I thanked the cook and he thanked me for visiting.
I drove to work (25 mins away), and when i got there i sat down to have lunch. I was astounded at how warm (still) and perfect this cheesesteak was. The Amoroso roll was perfect, and the balance of steak and cheese was spot on. It was greasy, and cheesy, and the best cheesesteak I've had since I last lived in Philly in 2005. It was THAT f#%&ing good. I seriously couldnt have asked for a better cheesesteak.
If youre near the area, I highly recommend trying these guys out. I plan on visiting them as often as I can.
If they were open Sundays in the winter I would be going there this Sunday as its the most convenient day for me to swing by that way.
Also a bonus, when I was leaving I saw a Pennsylvania license plated car in the lot. Made it feel like home. Â :)
Holy Yum! Â Don't let the detatched booths and uneven floors keep you away, this place has the best cheesesteaks ever! Â I have tried a few different places and found them to be OK or decent - this is amazing!! Â Chock full of meaty goodness and when you add bacon they chop it up with the steak so each bite is equally incredible!
I'm not from Philly and don't know authenticity, but I do know taste and it fulfills my need every time! Â I just wish I lived closer - well maybe my waistline knows I shouldn't ;-)
Just go!
The Bread and What's in a Name, Part 1: Â Not sure what "Amorosa" rolls are. Â They certainly aren't "Philly". Â This store boasts "Amorosa" rolls on the menu, and the patrons have bought into the hype with their reviews of "Amorosa" here on Yelp. Â Any Philadelphian knows that the Philly company that makes the bread is "Amoroso". Â Official bread partner of the Flyers, Phillies and Eagles. Â Check it out. Â <a href="/redir?url=http%3A%2F%2Famorosobaking.com%2F&s=04eefc8c68f9c729fcecc6c4d33d1474081bd55a0e3e9ba0c3a24ff1f4896aa4" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">http://amorosobaking.com/</a>
What's in a Name, Part 2: Â Yo, they're not "Philly's" as some have called the sandwich. Â It's a "steak sandwich" or a "cheesesteak". Â Just keeping it real, cuz.
Decor: Â Some Philly sports memorabilia is on the wall for a Philly feel, but Tony Luke's this isn't. Â Tables are basic with a TV near the ceiling by the entrance. Â I like that. Â Monday Night Football is on the flat screen with the Cowboys losing on tonight's visit. Â I like that, too. Â Nothing fancy, but perfect for a cheesesteak joint.
The Back of the House: Â The kitchen, in plain view, is so cluttered and so dirty that it scared me off... Â Has no one else looked into the kitchen when ordering or picking up? Â Yikes! Â So no food review from me. Â I walked out. Â Just my commentary on the bread and cleanliness. Â BTW, I'm not angry. Â I'm just from Philadelphia.
Found this place through yelp, and then my buddy  Mont and I went to get cheese steaks!
The sandwiches were EPIC. I got the #1 combo, the medium cheese steak, fries and a drink. My cheese steak had mushrooms, green peppers, and onions. It was freaking hot and gooey, and cheesy and absolutely delicious. The fries were crisp and fresh and delicious, I only added a sprinkle of salt.
We both enjoyed our awesome cheese steaks, and now I'm going to go take a food coma nap. :D
Ok - so I still love the food but service is starting to slip. Â Over an hour for delivery? I think not...nothing rates waiting that long. Â So then I waited 30min for a to go order...what gives? Â Too bad that this is happening to a great place...I'll drive right on by unless I've got time to kill.
Review Source:Really fast delivery, reasonable prices, and the cheesesteaks are very filling and delicious. They make it right with the onions and cheese and any other toppings you want mixed in with the meat so every bite is as good as the last. The bread is authentic Philly-style: soft and easy to eat and it absorbs the juices so the bread is tasty and keeps the whole thing a relatively tidy affair. I got delivery which was really fast and the drinks came in styrofoam cups and the fries came in a greasy paper bag. I loved it... when you see a place make a move like that, you know it's good.
Review Source:I've never actually been to this restaurant, but I have ordered delivery from them several times. These cheesesteaks are greasy, goodness wrapped up in a bun. They are so cheesy that the cheese sticks to the parchment paper wrapped around them and you don't even care because there is so much cheese still on the sandwich.
Also, they make a bacon cheesesteak.
Yes. Bacon. On a cheesesteak.
Just when you thought this meal couldn't get any worse for your health... or better for your tastebuds....
They do fresh cut fries which are never quite crispy enough for me, but it's a nice option to have. And every time I've ordered delivery they've shown up faster than the quoted time which is always a nice surprise, especially when you are a starvin' marvin like I often am these days.
The Amarosa bread here is the softest I've found in Denver, I'm not sure how they manage it. The variety of cheesesteaks offered is also hands above the competition with Pepperoni, Chicken and other varieties of cheesesteak available. With three sizes of cheesesteak, there really is a cheesesteak for everyone here.
They seem to experiment with their fries on occasion and the lack of consistency is unfortunate. Another area for improvement is that sometimes the customer service can be a bit gruff.
Overall, I applaud them as my new favorite philly cheesesteak in Denver.
This place is pretty darn good.
I use my 5 stars sparingly so they don't lose there meaning. Â Its almost like when one plays, "rock paper sissors," in order to make a decision, you can't go back on it, or else you lose the sanctity of the game. Â My five stars will never lose their sanctity.
I go there many times for lunch when I substitute teach at the Odyssey School. Â Its like 1 minute away. Â Super tasty, done right phillies. Â All cheesey and melty, with great bread, onions, mushrooms, and peppers. Â Hits the spot.
Really fast service, easy, and tasty. Â You're certainly not in Philly, your in Denver, so make sure to keep that in mind.
If you go during lunch there is a rush at 12:20ish due to the Denver School of the Arts crowd, but it is still fast.
I was very disappointed with Famous Philly Cheesesteaks and Beer Garden. After reading the great reviews, I was excited that there was supposedly a delicious, authentic cheesesteak place close to my home. Unfortunately, this joint is not the real deal. If you have read any of my other cheesesteak reviews, you will know that I take my cheesesteaks very seriously. Sadly, we have another Philly cheesesteak imposter.
First off, the meat was all wrong. It was too thin and lacked the flavor and texture that makes a good cheesesteak. It was quite mushy and reminded me of ground beef. I was actually pretty disturbed by it. Second, the amoroso rolls weren't like the delicious ones they serve in Philly or even Denver Ted's. They were way too soft. It lacked the chew that makes an authentic Philly cheesesteak. This soft bread only made the steak mush feel mushier. There was no texture - just straight up mush. Â Third, the whiz was all wrong. In fact, I would go as far to say it wasn't whiz. I am going to sound crazy here as I go on a cheese whiz rant but that stuff they claimed to be whiz wasn't the real deal either. I got a side of it to dip their boring fries in and was immediately taken back by the disgusting taste. I know cheese whiz isn't known for being some gourmet cheese but this stuff was gross. It tasted like the cheese you would get at a bowling alley. Cheese whiz can't be that expensive, so I'm confused as to why they would skimp there. I was just very disappointed.
I have a difficult time referring to this place as a beer garden. With only beers such as Miller Lite, Budweiser, and Coors Light available, I would be hesitant to call it a "beer garden." Maybe I missed their local beers or something but this beer garden really seemed to be lacking some quality beers. Â
In sum, I disliked this place. If you enjoy mushy sandwiches and Miller Lite, you may like Famous Philly Cheesesteaks and Beer Garden. If you are looking for the real deal, this isn't it. If you want legit, go to Denver Ted's. That place knows Philly cheesesteaks. So much for a delicious cheesesteak place close by. I would not even revisit based on convenience.
I am write a lot of reviews on reubens, this one is not really worth your time. Its served on white bread toast and the dressing is really ketchupy and the sandwich is just overall weak.
The cheesesteak is so-so, especially since it is supposed to be their specialty. The bread tastes really cheap and the meat is lacking sometimes, depending on the sandwich. They do have one of the better chicken cheesesteaks though and the fries are always fresh.
Since reviews are just not based on the taste of the food but also the service. Â I saw the great views posted on here so I decided to take my friends car and drive out here in the rain. Â I ordered a large mushroom cheesesteak sandwich with light onions and sweet peppers (that they did charge me for) got back to his apartment and noticed that the sandwich barely had any sweet peppers in it... took a bite of the sandwich and it was pretty damn tasty! Â Now you ask why I give them only 3 stars? Â No customers were in the restaurant, but we didnt get any acknowledgement when we entered... not even a "hi" instead a girl just stood there waiting to take my order... not so friendly at all. Â Yes, the sandwich was pretty good but the service was lacking in my opinion.
Review Source:Good cheesteak, good price, good fries. I can't give it 5 stars because either I have never had a great cheesesteak, or I can't tell the difference between a good cheesesteak and a great one. This place will definitely hit the spot without much hit to the wallet though, and it is cool that they serve beer. I went for lunch but I bet it is a lively place at night.
Review Source:Yup. Bombtastic.
Famous Philly Cheese Steaks serves, by far, the most successful cheese steak in Denver. Â When I find a better one, I promise to let you know. Â
The Good & Bad Rundown:
+ perfectly melted cheese cradles every bite
+ provolone, American cheese, or cheez-whiz
+ Amoroso bread is chewy and soft; perfect for the warm, cheesy filling
+ different peppers (i.e. hot, green, sweet, jalapeno)
+ three different sandwich sizes
+ perfectly seasoned filling (not bland or too salty)
+ chicken or other sandwich options
- kind of greasy/dirty inside
My third time here and it is deliciousness--good as it gets. Â It is nice that their Cheesesteaks are not all filler with mushrooms and peppers. Â Those are optional items.
I think I have only had the jalepeno/bacon every time!! Â It is soo good that I am scared to order something else and being disappointed I did not get the usual.
I think the fries are excellent too. Â I guess next time I will have to explore Tastycakes as I don't know what they are. Â I even lived on the east coast for 3 years. Â Oh, the bread is sooo good too.
You will not be disappointed, so come to the hood and check it out.
What a fantastic little hidden gem. I guess hidden to us because we accidentally stumbled upon it. This is a spot that is worth going out of your way for to have a fantastically delicious Cheesesteak. The bread, meat and all the toppings were great. It is nice to find an authentic cheesesteak right in the heart of Park Hill.
The only downside is no air conditioning, so keep that in mind. Worst case, you have to have an extra beer to keep cool.
I yelped this place and realized it was right by where I am! The place smelled amazing when I walked in the store. Â I pretty much did my research before I went in so I knew what I wanted. A mushroom cheesesteak with the infamous CHEESE WHIZ! It was a little pricey but well worth it. It was pretty empty when I went so I didn't have to take long for my philly. It tasted and smelled soo good when I unwrapped it. And the taste was just awesome!! Oh and I told them I was a student at JWU and they gave me a discount! score! I will definitely visit this place again!!
Review Source:I've been there twice and both times the cheesesteak I got was the best I'd ever had, I'm not too familiar with the genuine article having never been to Philly but my real estate agent is from there and swears this is the real deal.
This place imports the bread from Philly and cooks your food to order. Someone else was complaining about the fries - I think their fries are fantastic - thick cut, no crappy red powder 'seasoning', fried in fresh oil and salted just enough.
They have a very good meal deal with a sandwich, fries, and and a drink for under ten dollars. I felt kind of guilty as I polished off a medium with peppers, the generous box of fries, and a soft drink- but dang is it good!
With food this good and inexpensive I think its silly to comment on ambience- the place seemed extremely clean and well-maintained the two times I've been there, and they have a good sized patio if it's warm enough to eat outside. They also have beer (2-for-1 specials in the evenings).
Rocky Balboa would be proud of this authentic Cheesesteak joint with the flavors right outta Philly. Â If you want the Cheese Wizzy goodness with excellent fresh rolls then head down to Oneida Park and be prepared to walk out satisfied!
I luckily don't live close, otherwise I'd be in BIG trouble! Â ;)
Oh and don't forget they have Tastee Cakes from the East Coast, oh the nostalgia!
Really good food but not the nicest place to dine in.
This place is as authentic as it gets, and they have some tasty twists on the classics - one of my favorites is the jalapeno/bacon cheesesteak.
I've eaten outside many times, but only recently ate inside - I'd not suggest it - the place gets very busy at lunch and no one seems to keep up with the cleaning as the handful of tables turnover.
Located in Parkhill on the corner of 22 and Oneida is this little gem, Since we are routinely in P-hill and when I want a cheesesteak I don't have to run Downtown to get a decent one I can just swoop up to this spot and get my fix.
A good cheeseteak is a simple formula, Steak, Cheese, Bread, Onions and you got it, With South Phily they use a good thin cut rib eye, whiz its gotta be whiz, and amroso bread they have figured out that a simple formula with top ingredients makes a superior product.
I love these joints because they are small and independent but one thing that amazes me about little spots like this is when it comes to the fries or something like mozzarella sticks why do you go with the run of the mill Nobel Sysco crap take it up a notch fresh cut some fries and hand dip some mozzarella into some bread crumb mixture then this becomes a 4 star joint instead of a 3. The steak by itself is 4 stars, the fries and moz sticks are 2 stars, so you can do the math.
MAJOR CAVEAT: Every weekday at noon this place is over ran with the cast from GLEE! Denver School of the Arts is a couple blocks away guess where they go for lunch! Hint its the subject of this review!
I have eaten Pat's and Geno's cheesesteaks in Philadelphia and surprisingly a small restaurant in Denver, CO called South Philly can actually compare. Â I thought I would never see a cheese steak served with 'Whiz' unless I visited Philly again but South Philly has them! Â
The bread is soft, the meat is juicy, and they load on the Whiz!!! Â The fries are piping hot.
The wait can be a little long but well worth it. Â It can get a little crowded at times; I think there are less than 10 tables for seating. Â And since they cook to order, there are always a lot of people standing around waiting for their to-go orders.
I am a Philly native, have had countless cheeseteaks in my life and even worked in a cheesesteak shop during high school. Up til that point Walt's steaks in the Philly burbs was my favorite mushroom pizza steak ever. Was never impressed by the big 3 in the city. My roommate, also a Philly boy, raved about South Philly's when I moved in. Insisted I try it. I had my doubts. But after one experience I can tell you that this is authentic, dripping, oozing and addictive as a good cheesesteak should be.
If you've never tried a mushroom pizza steak w/fried onions, you're missing out.
Soooo...I'm somewhat of a cheesesteak connoisseur (addict? Â lover?). Â I've eaten at no less than six places in Philly, and have tried 3 places so far in Denver.
South Philly is my favorite so far here in Denver! Â They use Amoroso bread, excellent beef, and they're offensive with the Whiz (PLEASE!!! Â Offend me with the whiz!) Â They also offer an east coast staple by selling delicious TastyKake. Â They really upset me that they're closed on Sundays (as my craving always seems to strike while watching football!), but the fact that they have ample parking makes up for it. Â Plus, it's kind of in the "sketchy" part of Park Hill, so you feel as though you're getting the authentic South Philly experience.
Insanity in a hoagie bun!
Philly is known for its cheesesteaks and although many chains have tried to reproduce the hype and flavor, rare is the occasion that it actually happens.
South Philly steps up to the plate and hits it out of the park. Â Its almost like they took Geno's off of S 9th and plopped it in Park Hill. Amazingly authentic down to the fact that every time I have been in there the guys are watching some Philadelphia sporting event.
Word to the wise, if you aren't from Philly (like me) they will probably know. I stepped up to the counter and ordered a "Whiz with" and the guy looked at me, smirked and confirmed what I wanted in plain English..."Philly with Cheeze Whiz?" Â
In my excitement, I said "hell yeah"
I'm worried.
I'm worried that I now reside only blocks from South Philly cheesesteaks. Â For the sake of my LDL's, please don't ever stay open late. Â These cheesesteaks could be habit forming, and are probably the best cheesesteaks I've had in a good long while. Â Gotta love cheez whiz on a steak that is pretty robust without being rubbery. Â Interesting lunch crowd, too. Â Being that close to the Denver arts school brings in a unique bunch. Â I would pay to hear the running commentary of a couple of authentic south Philly mooks when dining here.
Finally stopped in here and was so glad I did!
As an undergrad in Philly, I have had my share of cheesesteaks. Â Heard some good things about this place and was a little unsure approaching the door. Â Funny t shirts the staff wear, cool mural depicting parts of Philly, complete with the SEPTA bus!! Â Philly water ice...tastykakes...mmm...
When I took one bite, I was instantly brought back to so many nights ordering cheesesteaks in Philly! Â Even my clothes smelled just like they used to after being in a cheesesteak shop back east...
definitely will visit again!
South Philly serves the Cheesesteaks that I am familiar with; the ones we get back home. The special meat chopped on a grill with Provolone (or your favorite cheese type) and the offerings of multiple types of peppers, grilled onions, and mushrooms. The sandwich is served without the sauces and you can add your own ketchup. They are served on Amarosa buns which really are special and imported from Philly. Other imports include Tasty Cakes and Italian ice. Oh yes, and the owner from New York is another import and great to talk to when not sweating over a grill.
Enough said as all the other reviewers have said it all, just another Park Hill gem.
I adore this place. The people who work there, the food, the vibe - all great. Cheesesteaks from  South Philly are ordered at least once a month for me and my husband.
The only negatives: They used to have sweet peppers that made the sandwich really sing, but for some reason they stopped carrying the really good ones. Sad. Also, I'm not a huge fan of their fries, but maybe that's just me. Sometimes their hours are a bit screwy, too.
Here's a story I journaled about almost a year ago that pretty much sums it up:
I ordered my sandwich to be made with onions, green peppers, mushrooms, and as an afterthought, love. And when we got home and I pulled the sandwich out of the bag? On the butcher paper it was wrapped in was written "mush/on/gp/LOVE." It is now one of my favorite restaurants ever. Anyone willing to humor me and take note of my goofy side remarks warrants my vote of approval.
What a find ! Â A friend took me to this place and it has great sandwiches and stuff. Apparently there are 4 locations in the Denver area. The one I went to is in the middle of a residential area, a small shopping center, which in itself is kind of strange as the amount of business they can hope for there seems to be limited. I hope they make it. The site itself is small, about 10 tables and benches, a TV had on the baseball game (NYY vs. Clev ..go Clev.), the kitchen takes up about a third of the place. Everything is made fresh and delivered to your table. They also do a take out business for those in the immediate area. Â It is a bit difficult to find and the large sign outside was not even lit up. A good marketing campaign would cement this place where it is and bring in increased revenue.
They have won "best sandwich" in the North Metro Taste of the Chamber for the past two years, and the "People's Choice" Best Sandwich award for 2006.
I had the Chicken Mushroom Cheesesteak with Provolone and onions. It was great and I have not been exposed to Philly style cheesesteaks before. They use rolls sent in from Amoroso Bakery in Philly and they are great and are an intergral part of the sandwich.
The fries were nothing special.
They also have Tastykakes which I understand are another Philly staple.
I will definately make the trip to the shop many more times or as long as they are there.
My oh my.
Every. single. bite. will make you simultaneously think "This is so f-ing good, I must eat more" and "I should not be eating this, I might as well fill a ziploc bag with cheez whiz and tape it to my ass, I'm so disgusting."
Every. single. time. I go in there, the cool chick compliments me on something I'm wearing. If you've read anything else I've ever written, you may have guessed that I am not what you would call a fashionista. Plus, whenever I'm here I am in the middle of painting or gardening or cleaning. But I noticed the trend right away, and I've been testing it. The first time I was wearing a NY hat and so everyone in the shop joked with me about it. The next time, the cool chick said she liked my pants and wanted to know where I got them. Â (Um, JC Penney, like 2 years ago?) Today I was wearing my man's t-shirt, might as well be a night shirt on me, and she said, "Oh, I love White Castle burgers! Cool shirt!" So it doesn't matter how grimey or stinky or dorky I am, they will always welcome me with open arms at South Philly Cheesesteaks.
Ambiance is about a 2, there is a mural of South Philly on the wall but otherwise nothing much to make it stand out. But you don't come here for the fine linen, you come here for the people --family owned, the owner is always manning the grill-- and the inexpensive, guilt-inspiring food, served up fast.
I go to the one up on Wadsworth in Westminster. Â 1st time I went the cheesesteak was incredible. Â I've been back 5 times and every time I go back the quality is worse. Not sure if it's the cook or what. Â I do notice that a different chef is back there everytime I go. Â I still go back w/ the hope I get a sandwich similar to the 1st time!
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