NY TO PHILLY — Restaurant in Tampa

I haven’t had a decent Philly style cheese steak since Philly Phlava closed up shop in Carrollwood six months ago. I tried Le_ty’s, and Cha_lie’s, and all the others, but they just didn’t light my fire. So, I’ve been on the lookout for another great cheesesteak joint. I was jonesing again today and decided to continue on my quest for a decent cheesesteak when to my surprise I ran across a little restaurant that had just opened on west linebaugh Ave, and recognized the location a a previous pizza joint that had been vacant for a while. But, this new place was earning 5 star reviews on Google for their CHEESESTEAK SANDWICHES! I had to check it out so I called to ask how they made ‘em, what kind of meat, cheese, etc. The folks were very polite and answered all of my questions with the answers that I was hoping to hear. I told my family about this little restaurant, NY TO PHILLY, that was currently working out of a food truck at their location as they remodel the brick and mortar establishment. We decided to try them out for dinner, I mean, all the 5 star reviews? So , when I got there and walked up to the food truck I found myself standing face to face with my old pal Keith, who had been the manager of Philly Phlava that I had visited for almost 10 years! Now, let me tell ya, he told me exactly what I used to order for my family at Phlava, and asked if that was what I wanted? I replied EXACTLEY! Keith is an expert chef, and made my family the best cheesesteaks we’ve had this year! They were phenomenal! Definitely 5 star grub! He told me they’ll have their cozy store remodeled in 3 weeks or so. I’m so glad I found NY TO...

An Absolute Gem and Must-Visit Spot in Tampa

If you’re anywhere near Linebaugh Avenue and see the Mystery Machine parked out front, pull over immediately. You’ve just discovered one of the best-kept culinary secrets in Tampa: NY to Philly.

This place is the real deal. From the moment you walk in, you’re greeted with the kind of warmth and hospitality that makes you feel like family. Keith and his wife are the heart and soul of this restaurant. They treat every customer with genuine care, and their passion for quality food shines through in every bite.

Let’s talk about the food.

The wings are perfectly crispy on the outside, juicy on the inside, and tossed in flavorful sauces that actually stick. Some of the best I’ve had in the city. The cheesesteaks are just like the ones you’d get in Philly. Thinly sliced steak, melty cheese, and that soft, slightly chewy roll bring it all together in the most authentic way possible. The chicken parm sandwich is comfort food at its best. Crispy, tender chicken cutlet smothered in rich marinara and melted mozzarella on a toasted roll. The pizza is classic New York style with a foldable slice, crispy crust, and fresh, balanced toppings. The snowball dessert is light, refreshing, and the perfect way to end your meal.

The atmosphere is casual and welcoming. Whether you’re stopping in for lunch or picking up dinner, the consistency and quality are always top notch. Keith and his team pour their hearts into every single order.

If you want authentic, satisfying food made with love, this is your place. Look for the Mystery Machine and treat yourself to something...

Sadly I can't say anything new here than what all the other 5 star ratings are saying 😔. Everything is TRUE! My niece randomly picked this location to eat at after a day at the museum. We are from Texas and we know a thing or two about 'hospitality', well we thought we did! My family and I were blown away about how well we were treated from the moment we walked through the door. We were a party of ten and the restaurant has very limited seating and we pretty much occupied the entire floor. Which was great, it felt like we had the entire place to ourselves. It just made the experience even more memorable. Even the locals that seem to frequent the location gave us great beach suggestion. It was a wonderful experience and we will be praising both this restaurant and my niece for selecting it! I guess I need to talk about the food..... My party of ten ordered a variety of different dishes and everyone loved what they were eating and shared with each other so that joy could be experienced all around yet no one regretted what they picked. That's says a lot about a restaurant and it's food/ingredients! Overall this was a top notch experience. Come for the service and stay for the food! Thanks guys for making our first time to Tampa and first time to Florida for some in our group a great experience, that means...