Piccolos — Restaurant in Hoboken

I saw the great reviews and figured I'd try out this landmark cheesesteak shop - and boy it did not live up to the hype.

When I arrived the shop stood out with it's weathered brick and classic font signage. The interior kept up the facade, giving off 70s diner vibes. The servers at the front desk were ok and helpful with explaining what was available and reminded me they only take cash.

I tried out the cheesesteak sandwich with fries on the side and the ravioli with meatball.

The meat on the $12 cheesesteak was cut thick, dry, and chewy. Other than the onions, they were stingy with the toppings, there was very little cheese and peppers on top and barely noticeable in each bit. Overall the cheesesteak sandwich was downright boring and bland.

The fries were also forgettable - they were grocery store brand quality.

The $14 ravioli had 6 raviolis with marinara sauce and a single meatball that also tasted like they were value store bought with some Ragu sauce on top.

The old school ambiance is appealing, but this meal was a waste of $30 bucks on some of the most bland food I've had at a restaurant in my life. I've had better cheese steak sandwiches at corner bodegas!

Do not come here thinking you will get a Philly cheesesteak level flavor experience or you will be deeply disappointed. All the love this shop gets is likely from native New Jerseyans showing...

This is the first time I have viven anyone 5 stars. From the moment I walked in I felt comfortable. The place is small and cozy. The people there make you feel at home. The service is good and fast and the food is great. I was at home relaxing having lunch. I am planning a motorcycle ride with my crew to go and have lunch soon. I recomended this place to one and all. You will love it. I did. And as for the owner he make a trip to your table to chant and make sure everything is ok. A true 5 star...

staff and a simple, classic menu evoke a bygone era in this diner-ish establishment. The cheesesteak is smaller than usual, with one piece of good steak instead of the more common shavings, on a fresh Italian roll. We also enjoyed lentil and pasta soup and the roast beef special with fries. Reasonable prices—cash only, but there’s an ATM on site—and an open door to pets and small children enhance the appeal...