This is a value find and hidden gem hiding in plain view. While staying at one of the nearby overpriced hotels for a conference we came across this hole-in -the-wall breakfast and lunch stop by accident. I'm SO glad we stopped. Not only were the portions generous for the price point but it was VERY reasonable in comparison to hotel slop and other nearby places that gouge tourists and locals alike. The choices were many and the service was prompt and friendly - as a bonus you can watch the line cooks prepare your food. Beware that this is a tiny galley style place with stools along the narrow walkway and a few 4-6 tops. It gives classic diner vibes and decor. A solid choice and who doesn't need a value in these high dollar times?!? read more

Decent choice. For me, a convenient choice as it's actually on the first floor of our new office building. Decided to give a try since they are, after all, literally at our doorstep. I'm usually at my office by 8 AM, so it wasn't too busy on a weekday. I went for a bagel bacon, egg and cheese, which was made from scratch. Was it mind-blowing? No. Was it cheap? At $8, also no. But it was hot and fresh and ready in a few minutes. It'll do in a pinch. read more

I came in for breakfast at 9am. Suddenly, the place was packed. Not many tables. This is a order at the register, pay, and then find a seat. Good luck with that. Anyway, the food was good. The cooks are turning and burning. I had the table right in front of the cooks and got to watch them in action. They were busy. Service was slow. I sat there waiting for someone to come by, nothing. I wasn't in a hurry so it wasn't a problem. I finally realized i had to go up to the register. Good food. Good find. read more

I have always heard about scrapple, but I don't know that they sell it anywhere in Nashville where I'm from. I was on the hunt for breakfast and I always love a good diner - and when they had scrapple on the menu I had to try it - and I was NOT disappointed! The eggs and toast were great - and the breakfast potatoes (the suggestion of the cashier) were perfectly cooked! Everything was quick to arrive and it was pretty busy for a Monday morning. I will be back for the scrapple and those great breakfast potatoes! read more

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If you live or work in the Center City area and aren't frequenting Bill's, you are missing out! Bill's is a quick and easy breakfast / lunch spot with a wide variety of options, that they are always happy to personalize. My favorite is the Chicken Caesar panini. Whether you order inside or call for take out, their team is quick and the food is always hot and fresh. It's usually loud and busy during lunch time, but if that isn't a problem for you, they have a few tables to enjoy your meal at. Price is a littttleeee steep, but nothing crazy given its location, connivence and overall quality of food. read more

Bill's Breakfast & Lunch - Grilled Chicken Caesar Panini - American Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Hey friends! I did a Yelp search of breakfast spots near my hotel and Bill's came highly recommended. This is a seven minute walk from the Cambria Hotel We unfortunately arrived after their breakfast hours ended. Breakfast ends at 11:00am. But, fortunately egg sandwiches are under their lunch menu. I ordered a simple egg and cheese bagel. The bagel was okay, I would have preferred if the bagel was toasted more and if the egg was cooked harder. -Customer service was amazing. It was nice to see the employees relationship with the regulars. It was also nice to see how well they managed the lunch rush. -Their prices are very affordable. -It's inside of an office building on the first floor. I definitely would return to try their breakfast menu. Enjoy! With love, The Picky Pescatarian read more

Bill's Breakfast & Lunch - Interior - American Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

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Great find! I had the Italian wrap, which was full of flavor! My friend, who is native to Philly, rated the cheesesteak 5 and said he'd come back just for that! Fast and friendly service, in a clean diner style restaurant. read more

The best Mushroom soup I've had!!!!! Great place used to work in the building so I've eaten many things!

Food: my Philly cheesesteak with a side of onion rings were yummy! Service: quick. You order at the cashier. Definitely have your order ready before going up. Ambiance: fast casual, American style decor. You can see the grill: Not many tables. read more

Bill's Breakfast & Lunch - Philly cheesesteak with a side of onion rings - American Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

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Hey the good was good. Got an egg cheese steak breakfast sandwich on a long roll. I got two sandwiches because I didn't know what to expect. Two was way too many. Could have probably just got a half and been satisfied. Took about 5 minutes at most from order to delivery. There's one thing though. The sandwich was $6.50. They have a 50¢ egg surcharge so it must have 5 eggs so it $9 each. Wish I had known that. So just be prepared to spend a little more than expected from menu prices. Huge menu. Would go back for a single sandwich read more

Bill's Breakfast & Lunch - Egg and Steak Sandwich - American Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Food was good and priced reasonably. Staff friendly and service was quick. Parking was bad though, couldn't find anything close by. Ended up just parking across the street where it said Truck loading/unloading only and went in to grab the order. This appears to be what most people are doing too. Restroom is down the hall, take the elevator down to the basement, and to your left. You can get the code from the security guard on the first floor. read more

Bill's Breakfast & Lunch - American Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

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The food is good but they over charge!!! BEWARE Their sign says sandwiches come with cheese, lettuce, tomato, onion and sweet or hot peppers. Then even after they said they would charge me according to the sign they lied. Change your sign if you are not going to honor what it says. read more

The service was fast friendly. I really liked the vibe of the place. It felt like a local diner, the music wasn't too loud, and locals were eating breakfast at the tables. There are plenty of tables and chairs for patrons to eat at. The food portions were great for the price. I got the western omelet to go and was very pleased. I would definitely return! read more

Let's start with the obvious: the ambiance here is straight up greasy spoon takeout. But, walk in and the place is BUSY with lots of folks who are clearly regulars. There is a menu of all the breakfast & lunch options you'd expect, served in styrofoam containers with plastic cutlery. AND, the several people behind the counted are friendly, quick, and helpful if you have questions. I asked for a glass of water & got a styrofoam cup of it; I expected they'd point me to the cooler case to pay for a bottle, but nope. Nice! I had a small (weak) coffee with half & half in little containers I added myself, and a spinach and cheese omelet, rye toast, and potatoes (though now I'm sorry I didn't order the grits, just to try them). The omelet was excellent - lots of both spinach and cheese, adequate salt; not greasy at all. Toast was nicely browned and appropriately buttered which for me means not too little/not too much. The potatoes were nicely cut, had good flavor, and to me could have used 30 seconds to a minute more cook time since only some were that perfect deep brown color. Prices were good, and no one bugged me when I sat a bit after I finished eating, so I could finish the chapter of my book. I'd come back! read more

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Pretty good, unpretentious breakfast place. But it's pretty bizarre that it's no open for Sunday breakfast - not a criticism, but just a bit surprising to have a breakfast place not open for breakfast on Sunday, in a city. Also, my son claims their ham egg and cheese bagel sandwich is inferior to what we can get at NJ. read more

Excellent, personal service, true taste of Philadelphia. Very crowded, very popular, everyone seemingly on a first name basis. Great breakfast sandwiches and a surprisingly great tuna melt sandwich on toasted, buttered bread. Great little spot for a quick breakfast and vibes to start your day right! read more

Bill's Breakfast & Lunch - Sausage egg and cheese - American Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

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A joint. Straight up. Enjoy. This is why you live in the city: walk a few blocks, go to a counter and get diner food in a styrofoam container with sassy-and-no-nonsense gals running the register. While there was a big menu of various eggs, it seemed like breakfast sandwiches were the deal. I had sausage, egg, and cheese on a long roll - roll was good, cheese was gooey, a s eggs were good ... but it was just sausage patties slipped in there. Why not have some ground sausage ready, mix it into the eggs, top with cheese and roll? Seems like a miss, but for $6 I guess I should keep my trap shut. I'll be back next visit to Philly when I want a quick, authentic breakfast without pomp or circumstance but made by good people doing what they do. read more

Bill's Breakfast & Lunch - American Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Fantastic breakfast spot downtown! Quick, no nonsense, fast service and the food is delicious!! Ambiance is appropriate for this greasy spoon - you will love it!! read more

After going to 4 breakfast spots nd surveying 5 people looking for grits I found theee Spot. Now listen, you would have never known this spot holds a one stop shop breakfast spot with GRITS and she gonna put that cheese on them all too. I'm so excited . The ladies at the front counter are very sweet and kind and very attentive to my needs. They suggest things and everything. There's everything here just about. The grits- were everything right!! Nice good and creamy! The texture was so warmth for me. Especially sonce it was so cold outside today. I didnt even need salt. Then the meat selection is really amazing. I was blown away by the types they offer. I got eggs 2 meats grits and toast for under 15 bucks!!! read more

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Amazing breakfast sandwiches, very kind staff and very clean place to eat while on the go. I highly recommend!

A solid 4.5. I loved that it was an unpretentious storefront on a side street; the inside was small with no-frills. Good sign: it was crowded with a variety of office people, constructions workers, and others at 9:45 a.m. on a Monday. Better sign: the prices seem like they got stuck in the 1990s. I got the sausage omelette with gritz. The food is really tasty (omelette 4, gritz 4.5), and you get a good portion. Docked 0.5 star because everything comes in styrofoam (maybe leftover with the 1990s prices?), the coffee is eh, and they only gave me a knife for the to-go order. I felt quite resourceful in my eating of omelette and grits with no fork until I remembered I was staying at a hotel and could have resolved that situation rather easily. read more

Yummy steak sandwich with soft bread and served hot. Quick and delicious. Defiantly a great lunch spot

Whether you're in need of a hearty breakfast or late-night munchies, Bill's offers quick and delicious American fare at an affordable price. We also recommend the cheeseteak --it was packed with meat, quality bread, and rarely priced. Service was kind and restaurant was clean. read more

Bill's Breakfast & Lunch - American Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

The breakfast sandwich was wonderful. And the service was great. I highly recommend a place Bill's is wonderful.

Old-school luncheonette with old-school prices. If you want a hot breakfast or lunch that is familiar, comfortable, and easy on the wallet, Bill's is the place. They are BUSY, and staff are working their tails off. But they still manage to be friendly and keep track of everyone waiting while greeting regulars and asking after them. Good place for a solid breakfast of two eggs, potatoes, and toast plus meat if you're into that. Or get your breakfast in sandwich form for a hearty meal on the go. They cook over-easy eggs perfectly, which seems to be a lost art lately. Totally worth a visit if you are in the area. read more

Bill's Breakfast & Lunch - Entrance to the restaurant from the building lobby - American Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

It's a hidden gem , great service, excellent food. Ayooo Lemme get one of Dem pizzaaa steaksssss supahhhh cheeseeeey read more

Friendly service- ample food, great price! The grits are sooooo good as is the multigrain toast and scrapple!

I liked that this place is located next to work when I have to come into downtown Philadelphia. The price was very good for the portion size. I paid less than $10 for the breakfast platter and hot green tea. There is a small seating area inside of you want to dine in or you can take your food to go. They provide you with salt and pepper packets as well as ketchup packets. They even have fresh sliced lemons for your tea. read more

Bill's Breakfast & Lunch - Inside - American Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Before the pandemic and work from home arrangement, I walked over to Bill's to grab lunch almost every day. The food is great. They tend to be busy, but that's probably because it's not a well kept secret! They are like well oiled machine in there - working together to take your order, prepare your food, and ring you up as quickly as possible. The food is freshly made. The staff members are all very pleasant. Almost everyone orders take out, but there are a few tables and chairs for those who prefer to eat in. I'm not in the city much these days, but I do stop by every now and then and it's still the same great service and good tasting food. read more

Good diner food, nice quick stop in the morning before heading into city center. The usual options

Super great foods,very clean,nice staff and Mr Bill the owner is a real old school gem ..big large tasty servings and way less $$ then comparable spots ..extensive menu n home made soups .. he spares no expense on quality and labor .. Dine in or to go ..not sure on delivery? read more

I just finished eating an excellent roast pork sandwich. Tender and delicious. So good I had to post a review. P.S. Others are right about the vibe. If that's not for you, so be it. Bottom line, the sandwich was great. read more

Bill's Breakfast & Lunch - American Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Right downtown I saw the menu and prices and thought it had to be a mistake. It was as advertised. Eggs, toast, hash and a drink for $5.47. Pretty unbelievable. The place seems to have many regulars also. Great place! read more

The cheesesteak and egg sandwich is incredible. Also had an egg white veggie omelet. Delish. Prices are amazing and they are very efficient.

Food service wonderful and friendly Ambulance good. I there about 3 days aweek. Grits and scrabble eggs, pork bacon and hot chocolate. read more

If you're looking for flavor, quality, and an authentic Philly quick breakfast cafe experience, don't miss the warm hospitality and atmosphere at Bill's. They open just a bit earlier than most places, have a great bunch of regulars most mornings, and plenty of room and top notch service. I've not smiled so often at an earlier morning breakfast cafe in years! My sandwich was an egg/Swiss/spinach and I only WISH I could make one at home so tasty! read more

Bill's Breakfast & Lunch - Delicious egg/Swiss/spinach sandwich on everything bagel - American Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Bills breakfast & lunch at 1312 Sansom Street is a hidden gem in the heart of center city where you can sit in and eat a great breakfast or lunch. They are open at 6am for the early morning people , like me. The place is so cozy & the staff is great. I had the French Toast & scrapple & coffee very reasonable. Great music & atmosphere. Definiitley be back. They are open on Saturdays too read more

Pancakes were perfect, light & fluffy like a cloud or a pillow. Eggs were also cooked just how I like them to be. Prices are fair & everything I've eaten from there so far was on point. Bill's will now be my go to breakfast spot before work. read more

Bill's Breakfast & Lunch - 3 pancakes & 2 eggs scrambled with American cheese with salt & pepper. - American Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Amazing food. I got the scrapple egg and cheese (a true Philly classic) and it was excellent. The service took a little while for a grab-and-go spot (~10min or so) but it was pretty busy (8:30am on a Friday) so it's understandable. Would definitely recommend. read more

Solid food and service, really enjoy the breakfast foods served here, and at a great price!