Phillies — Restaurant in San Francisco

Just had the most incredible lunch at Phillies in San Francisco and I'm still dreaming about it! As a cheesesteak enthusiast, I'm always skeptical of places outside of Philadelphia, but this spot completely won me over. I ordered the Rocky Balboa and it was nothing short of spectacular. The sandwich came beautifully wrapped in paper (keeps it nice and warm!) and was perfectly constructed - a soft yet sturdy roll packed with thinly sliced, seasoned steak that was incredibly tender. The colorful mix of sautéed bell peppers added the perfect sweet crunch and brightness to balance the savory meat. What impressed me most was the attention to detail - the meat was perfectly seasoned and not greasy at all. The bread had that ideal chewy-yet-soft texture that held everything together without falling apart (a true art!). The staff was friendly and efficient, and the place has that no-nonsense, authentic vibe that makes you feel like you've been transported straight to South Philly. If you're craving an authentic cheesesteak experience in SF, look no further than Phillies. This Rocky Balboa knockout has made me a regular customer for sure! Worth every penny and definitely coming back to try their other variations...

Hands down, the best around. I've heard from others that these cheesesteaks are better than the ones in Philly. I've never been to Philadelphia, so I can neither confirm or refute that.

That being said, in my honest opinion since this place first opened I was blown away at how good these cheesesteaks are. Every time I would either bring someone here or bring them a cheesesteak from here, they loved it too. I've managed to try every cheesesteak on the menu and they're all incredibly good. I'm very partial towards the Rocky Balboa or the Buffalo Steak with provolone and everything on it. I also love the fact that they've expanded their sides too. Nothing beats good ol' chili cheese fries, tater tots or beer battered mushrooms. The owner is an awesome dude and usually at the counter taking orders and cooking, incredibly friendly and cool. I'm always happy to visit. I can't recommend this place enough, it's the only place I ever get cheesesteaks.

(COVID era note: half-door counter so you can walk up to place order or pick up without...

I have been here a couple times, usually when I am craving for a Philly cheesesteak or when I am in the area with a big appetite. The staffs here are very welcoming, well trained and understanding where there was never an issue in any of my visits. Their menu consists of the original Philly cheesesteak, other types of cheesesteaks, sandwiches, fries, drinks, etc. Everything is made from scratch which is always a plus for me and I never mind the wait since I am a very patient person. You can dine in, order for takeout or order through a delivery app. For dine in you can sit on the bar counter or at one of their tables. This place is a plus, because there is not many cheesesteak shops in the area. I highly recommend this place to all Philly cheesesteak enthusiasts, if you are starving, or for anyone looking to try something new. I definitely will be back to tryout the other delicious options they...