Date of visit: 7/31/24 dinner It's quite hard to give a good review when you have to munch on a dry stale bread. So my family ordered 3 sandwiches: 2 Philly cheese steak and 1 chicken cheese steak hoagie (with tomato, lettuce & mayo) The chicken one is less bland compared to the steak one, but both are not tasty & flavorful at all. The bread used for the chicken one was so hard & stale and wasn't toasted at all! The bread on the beef one was softer but also not toasted. The waffle fries, on the contrary, were really really good! Overall was not impressed. Won't go back read more

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This place was recommended by the receptionist at our hotel and it was a great recommendation. It's been a long time since I had an authentic Philly cheese steak and this did not disappoint. Had the waffle fries with of course and those were great too. Portion sizes are generous go hungry. You order when you arrive and then they call your number when it's ready. The inside is nice and modern, very clean. The only knock is that it's definitely on the pricey side but like most things you get what you pay for. read more

Such great chicken cheesesteaks! The effing hot is delicious, super flavorful and juicy. The portions are huge as well! read more

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I'm not a huge Philly cheesesteak fan, but this was a very good one. The bun was fantastic. Added onions and banana peppers which were great. My daughter got the American cheese, and we liked that better than the provolone. It was a bit creamier. Seating upstairs and serve your own beer by the ounce next door. read more

Cleavers - Cheesesteaks Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Cleavers! What a great find. Definitely should be on your list for a good Philly cheesesteak! Drop the tourist traps and forget what you think you know. This place didn't disappoint. Easy ordering, friendly service, and good quality meat. This two story restaurant has mostly seating upstairs, and is decently spacious. This bar atmosphere is clean, and friendly for family outings and plenty of fun menu items. I definitely recommend! read more

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Solid choice, especially for delivery because, unlike others in the past, it arrived promptly, warm, and held up nicely in the process. My family and I were all pleasantly surprised with their Philly Cheesesteaks. Although I prefer a seedless and thinner roll, it was still tasty and fresh. It could have been filled with a bit more meat, but my Whiz Wit hit the spot. My partner and son also enjoyed theirs with provolone. Is it the best we have had? No, but would I recommend it? Yes, it is definitely worth a try. read more

Delicious cheesesteak! Not quite on the level of JRP, Dalessabdro's, or Woodrow's, but still one of the better cheesesteaks you will have in the city, and definitely above Pats/Genos. The ordering process is via touch screen, which some people might find to be a plus, given that ordering at some of the spots can be a little intimidating if you don't know what you are doing. There is a lot of customization that can be done which is also nice. I went with the classic whiz with. The seeded roll was so fresh and held everything together nicely. The steak, cheese, and onions itself had the incredible flavor you look for in a good Philly cheesesteak. It could have used some more cheese. Other than that it was perfect though. read more

Cleavers - Cheesesteaks Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Legitimately one of the best cheesesteaks I've ever had. I got The Zinger, which comes with long hots and sharp provolone, along with a side of well done salt & pepper sweet potato waffle fries. Starting off with the fries, those of us who typically partake in sweet potato fries know they can often be flabby and disappointing -- not these. They were nice and crisp, no different from what I'd expect of a regular waffle fry. Seasoning coating was not too much, not too little. The steak was delicious. The absolute best part of it was the bread. It was a little chewy, a little crisp, fluffy on the inside, AND they actually buttered it. Incredible. The long hots were generously portioned. And the meat was tender, juicy, and cut up just the way I prefer. Despite this rave review, I have a couple of reasons for why I bumped my rating down a star. Firstly, I didn't think my steak was cheesy enough. If I ever ordered this again, I'd have to ask for extra, but that shouldn't be the standard. Second, while the meat was very good... I think it could stand to be just a little more seasoned. (Or at least give me the option to add extra.) All in all, though? Fantastic experience. I actually feel sorry that I've gone by this place for so many years and never tried it until now. I also got this via delivery versus dining in, which makes the quality of everything even more impressive. I'll definitely order from here again! read more

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We came to Cleaver's for cheesesteaks but decided to try the Philly chicken cheesesteaks this time. We ordered two versions, one with white cheddar sauce and one with shredded mozzarella, and both were delicious. The lobby was already packed when we arrived, but ordering was easy with the option of using the kiosk or the counter. The person at the counter was friendly, efficient, and really set the tone. Since the lobby is small, they suggested waiting upstairs or outside for our number, which made sense. When our order was ready, we grabbed it and also tried the onion rings, but the chicken cheesesteaks were the real highlight. We had asked for no onions, and while it was still great, I think that might have been the missing flavor that would have taken it up another notch. Lesson learned, next time we will keep the onions in. The upstairs seating was comfortable, and the big "Welcome to Philly" sign made for a perfect photo spot. Overall, a great experience with delicious food, friendly service, and a fun atmosphere. read more

If a local hadn't stopped us and told us we walked by this place because she overheard us talking about it, I'm not sure we would have found it. From the outside it seems like a little hole in the wall, and walking in feels the same. You walk in to two registers, stairs, and a long line, We grabbed 4 cheesesteaks, fries, and some beers and found a spot in the more restaurant like dining area upstairs. If nothing up there is open, it's definitely a hard place to dine in. When our number was called and we picked up the food we were shocked. The size of these sandwiches is INSANE and for a very reasonable price. We all could have shared two sandwiches for sure do plan for that when ordering. We all got different variations for our different flavor profiles including my kiddo who just got a steak plain and loved eating the steak from the middle on its own. I was insanely impressed that my sandwich was deliciously warm but absolutely none of the veggies wilted or lost their crispness. The fries were perfectly seasoned and we all left so happy. It might be a hole in the wall but the food is top notch. Wow. read more

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The cheez whiz IS NOT traditional. They added suger to it! How can you change whiz?!!! The seeded bread was good as was the quality of meat compared to Pat's. Waffle fries were good, but again the whiz RUINED it. Very disappointed. If you go, don't touch the whiz. My friend who is a local pointed out the number of high reviews her are NOT from locals but tourists. read more

I came here after a recommendation from locals. It was OKAY. I added provolone, onions, peppers, and ketchup. The cheese left a weird aftertaste. I gutted and toasted the bread. I wish the meat had more flavor. It was a little bland for my taste. The service was quick but the workers were pretty flat which I think is because of how busy they were. They have beer and cider on self-pour tap machines which is cool. They have two dining areas, downstairs and upstairs. They even had tables and chairs outside. They have a TV that you can watch which eating. I spent 30 dollars on a sandwich and a beer read more

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We were in Philly this last weekend for my husband's birthday. The cheesesteak was huge and really good. We did a traditional sandwich with whiz and added mushrooms. The onion rings were also very good. We ordered the Nashville hot wings, but I wasn't a fan. They tasted like it had the seasoning in the breading, but the sauce was an odd mix off bbq and tomato sauce. We came again before leaving town and ordered the chicken cheesesteak. Stick to the original beef. It won't disappoint. read more

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Perfectly suitable, late-night place to take a first-timer if you're limited to Center City! My guest has a mobility aid and arrived late in the evening but she said the first thing she wanted to try was a cheesesteak. We were easily able to enter and order at the kiosk and waited for our order to be called. I am not a cheesesteak conissuar and will never strive to claim such title, haha, but from my amatuer perspective: we received a great and satisfying sandwich. The default size is also MASSIVE. It was stuffed to the max with finely shaved meat that has good chew WITHOUT being too chewy. We opted to wait outside on the nice night and listened for our order. The staff were bustling inside the service area to fulfil orders and there were lots of patrons and delivery staff hurring around to claim orders. It was a little loud, but not unlike all the other surrounding shops. read more

Waited a few hours before reviewing to make sure I was being fair but the sandwich was just OK. This was my first cheese steak in Philadelphia and I really wasn't impressed. The restaurant was clean, staff was friendly and the order was produced in under 6 minutes which is all positive. Probably will try another location next time. read more

Cleavers - Cheesesteak w/onions and cheese sauce - Cheesesteaks Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

With a visit to Philly, we had to go to a place with cheesesteak. Our friends who live outside of Philly have their own cheesesteak ratings, and this place is 4th on their list. I have to say the cheesesteak here is quite good with the soft bread and tender meat. The hoagie bread was soft on the inside and thick on the outside to hold all that meat. We got our cheesesteak with peppers and onions and it was overall delicious! Their waffles fries were a hit with the kids. Their buffalo spicy wings were a hit with me. It was crispy on the outside and meaty. They definitely had a good kick to them. read more

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Came to Philly for WWE WrestleMania 40 weekend. I went to Cleavers to get cheesesteak. I mean how can you come to Philly and not get one? There were so many options. I ordered the "Cheesesteak Hoagie" which came with ribeye steak, white American cheese, romaine lettuce, plum tomatoes, onion and mayo. The portion was enormous I ended up taking the second half with me. SO GOOD! read more

Cleavers - Cheesesteaks Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

I consider myself to be a cheesesteak expert. Years of growing up in the shadow of Philadelphia has allowed me to try so many different locations. Cleavers is new for me, but I tried based on a recommendation from a coworker. I went with the traditional Philly cheesesteak which Wiz with fried onions. Lots of meat, solid roll, and service was on time. Great spot for a great sandwich. read more

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Visiting this town for a few days so I must check out some cheese steak joints. This place did not disappoint. I got the #1 cheesesteak and I whizzed it up. I added salt and pepper and ketchup. So freaking yummy and messy. Thank goodness I ate it there because I needed plenty of napkins. The meat was tender and the bread was just the right amount of crispy and soft. The only disappointment was that I ordered there to eat there and it was super quick but the meat was barely warm. I would have liked to see some heat/steam coming off of it. The staff were polite and the beer wall is a nice touch. Well deserving of a top cheesesteak place if visiting Philly. read more

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My family and I decided to stop here for a late lunch. When you walk in there are screens you can order from. I got the Italian steak + sweet potato waffle fries and a soda. My husband got the classic cheese steak that comes with steak, cheese whiz and onion. He also got an order of the truffle fries and a soda. With two meals the orders came out to $50 total which it's wild it's that expensive for two meals! We walked upstairs to the seating area and sat down. Our order was called so I went and got everything. I did like how the upstairs dining area had utensils, napkins and ketchup so you didn't have to go downstairs again to get anything. My Italian sandwich was okay! They give you lots of meat, spinach and peppers. The sharp provolone was sharp for sure. Wasn't the type of cheese I usually go for. The sweet potato fries were over fried which made them hard. Later when I warm up leftovers they were inedible. My husbands cheesesteak had better flavors but it was okay overall. The rolls for their sandwiches I thought were bland and not fresh. There was also too much bread. His truffle fries were decent. Overall a little disappointed and it was expensive for mediocre food. Atleast it came out pretty fast. read more

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We got a chicken cutlet sandwich with mozzarella and balsamic glaze things pretty damn good. Just look at the pic. It was a solid sandwich. We also got the fries with bacon, mozzarella and ranch. They were good, but the ranch was a little too overpowering. read more

Cleavers - Cheesesteaks Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

My colleagues and I were in town for a conference; therefore we had to try a cheesesteak! Outstanding service as they patiently waited for us to order. The Block cheesesteak is the winner. Loved the decor and seating areas both indoor and outdoor. read more

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Back in Philly for the 2nd time and you bet we had to make a stop at Cleavers given how it slapped so dang hard last time. Sad to say, we walked in and the entire layout is different - the bar is completely gutted and replaced with a self service beer tap. While the bar and the amazing bartenders weren't the only reasons that drew us back, it was the cheesesteak itself. WELP, the cheesesteak was a big disappointment and a turnoff. The steak was dry as bones and so was the bread. The only redeeming item was the crispy waffle fries and that was it. I don't know if I can possibly come back after this trip, maybe, but it was a big let down :( read more

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Can't go to Philadelphia and not get a cheesesteak! Bread was the highlight for me, it was so fresh. Space is huge & they have lots of beer on taps. read more

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Could be the best cheesesteak . That's a high acclaim but Cleaver's earns it. Before the flaming starts, a large number of people have pointed that Jim's is the best classic cheesesteak, better than the tourist traps of Pat and Genos. Cleavers has so many good things going for it that it can easily dethrone other king of whiz wits. First, it's huge. Nearly double the size for the same price of other locations, the cheese steak is pouring out. It's a hefty satisfying sandwich. Second the is bread perfect, non soggy and crispy giving the both the right contrast to the juicy meat with melty cheese and ensuring your sandwich doesn't fold over for not being strong enough. My favorite of their offerings is the Effin Hot Steak. It's spicy! We thought how hot could it be, and it's got bite. A definite fresh welcomed option. The service is fast, friendly and this location has plenty of indoor and outdoor seating. I'll be returning every chance I get. read more

Cleavers - The Effin Hot Steak. Nice and spicy. *Chefs kiss* - Cheesesteaks Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Cool little place, very Philly sports feeling inside. Classic with fried onions, cooper American for myself, whiz for my better half. Taste was pretty similar between the two cheeses - the whiz made more of a mess so there's that. I'd probably opt for the American based on that alone, though maybe the Philly natives wouldn't love that choice. Meat was tender and flavorful. Bread was soft and fresh. No complaints - we both enjoyed our sandwiches. Service was pretty minimal, nothing bad but also not really much of anything so hard to give a point on that front. Overall a good sandwich at a decent enough price! read more

Stopped here for a quick lunch. I don't know, maybe it is Philly thing. Staff are not friendly or helpful. This seems to be the attitude of most people here. For here is was a little empty but within a few minutes it was standing room only. Have to say the food is great! I got the cheesesteak on a seeded hoagie bun! A Philly comes with grilled mushrooms, peppers, and onions. Don't pass that up. They have waffle fries, cooked just right. Not burnt but crunchy. There is music playing that is interrupted by the occasional blast from the girl at the counter calling a number, "423"! Ask for ranch. You can sit upstairs or on the main floor take your choice. I enjoyed the food and the experience of hearing all the conversations. read more

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I'll say that the service here is quick! You can order on a self-kiosk or go to the register. The kiosk allows you to make adjustments but it doesn't include prices if you add things, which is inconvenient. You order food and wait upstairs in their dining room or outside. There is a lot of seating upstairs which is nice. As for the food, it wasn't great at all. I wouldn't recommend this as the place to go to if you're trying a philly cheesesteak for the first time. I got a philly cheesesteak with mushrooms (not pictured) and the chicken Cesar which was okay. The bread was really dry and tough. Overall, I wouldn't come back. read more

Cleavers - Cheesesteaks Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Overrated and over priced. For the standard cheesesteak there are a few things wrong with this spot: they charge extra for cooper sharp and onions. To add insult in injury, the portion was about half of what was expected and left a lot to be desired. It felt like a was eating a cheese and bread sandwich. I know beef is expensive these days, but charging above what I can get at the best cheesesteak spot in the city is egregious. Lastly, it wasn't a dealbreaker but they refused to give me a cup so I could pour out water for my son. I get its policy (it's hilariously stated on a printed sign by the register) I get it you probably have people who abuse this but I just spent $95 bucks which included multiple 2.50 water bottles. What you can't do in value, do in service. This place is not worth the overpriced food and absent service. read more

Decent cheese steak. Friendly and fast. Pretty clean and nice seating area. Self serve beer. About 15 flavors, tracked and sold by the ounce. Recommend! read more

I wanted to enjoy this cheesesteak but it didn't hit the spot for me. It seemed like it was gonna be super good from the reviews I read and the fancy packaging it came in but tbh, it was subpar. I ordered a cheesesteak with whiz and added in some grilled onions. There really wasn't much cheese in mine or my friends cheesesteak so to me, the meat was kind of just dry. Also, they charged extra for onions and there wasn't much onion it it. I paid around $14 for it. However, they do give you a pretty decent sized portion so you could have half for lunch and save the rest for dinner They have self checkout kiosks and in person cashier. Upstairs they have a good amount of seating. There wasn't any music playing in there so I wouldn't say this is the chillest spot to go to but if you're looking for a quick cheesesteak fix, you could come here. read more

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Food: 4/5 Service: 5/5 Ambiance: 4/5 Of course when in Philly, you must indulge in a cheesesteak. I had spent several days in a vegan-only food environment during my trip, so I'm not going to lie, I was craving some meat-based protein (and, I'm not even a big meat eater, although you wouldn't know from my Yelp ;) But, I digress. A group of friends and I decided to try Cleavers and I'm so glad we did. I had the Effin Hot Steak and it was good. The portion could feed 2 easily! It's a Ribeye steak with hot cherry pepper relish, fried onions (although, not sure why but I didn't really taste those, minimal flavor), American and sriracha aioli. So when I think "hot" I'm thinking Serrano pepper hot, but this was more like picked pepper hot. Still good, but not the heat I envisioned. Service was fast and easy. The menu is robust so took this SoCal girl a bit of time to understand cheesesteak language. They did have vegetarian options which I thought was great! Until next time Philly! Enjoy. read more

Cleavers - Cheesesteaks Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

The best Philly cheesesteaks with customizations and so many options to choose from! Highly recommend the Effin Hot with pickles! read more

Cleavers - Cheesesteaks Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

I've lived by Cleavers and walked by it multiple times and never noticed it! I'm so glad I know about it now but it is deeeelilcioussss!!!! I had friends visiting Philly for their first time and they wanted to try a cheesesteak. I didn't want to subject them to the sub-par cheesesteaks from the touristy spots in south Philly so I got a rec to check out Cleavers. They offer a lot of variations of cheesesteaks which is awesome. One of my friends is vegan so she was happy to see the veggie option on the menu. We all ordered different cheesesteaks and we each loved ours. They also offer salads, fries, sides, wings, and desserts. At the store, you can order with a cashier or at a touchscreen menu. There is outdoor seating, seating upstairs, and seating downstairs at the bar. read more

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Excellent spot for cheesesteaks but other options are on the menu. Better than the other "famous" cheesesteak spots. If driving, best bet is to pay for a parking lot. Service was efficient and friendly. read more

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Great food, good atmosphere and service. I had a traditional cheesesteak sandwich with onions and provolone. It was delicious!

I stopped by with a friend while going through Philadelphia, and I'm so glad I did! This is a cute little spot where you order, and can eat either outside or upstairs. Based off of some photos on Yelp, I decided on the steak fries, as I love fries and the pictures looked delicious! My fries came out fairly quickly, and WOW were they good! I love the melted cheese sauce, and when you mix all the cheese, onions, meat, and fries, every bite is just packed with flavor! I was also pleasantly surprised by the size of the box, I didn't expect it to be so big. But I still ate every last bite of my fries! I'll definitely be coming back the next time I'm in town! read more

Cleavers - Steak Fries - Cheesesteaks Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

I wanted to try more local Philly cheese steak places and avoid touristy spots. My friend who has lived in Philly for 8 years recommended one of her favorites. I can tell a lot of locals come here; lots of deliveries as well. - Came here on a Tuesday night. - They have beers but the day i was there the bartender wasn't working. Sad. - Tried Italian and spicy cheesesteaks. Both were very good! - I highly recommend waffle cuts. - self-order kiosk Definitely recommend you to try this place! You can easily take these cheesesteaks and do picnic at Rittenhouse Square park since it's only a couple minutes walk or you can eat outside to soak in the full Philly vibe read more

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Best cheesesteaks in Philly (and, therefore, the world). Cool vibes and good service as well

Solid choice for cheese steaks. Quality and quantity of the meat was awesome. Loved the rolls too!!! Will definitely be back when I'm in the downtown business district of Philly again. read more