I had 2 sandwiches and I got a lot of fat and my bread was not toasted!! The Hispanic male waited…read moreon me he needed extra training on making your sandwiches. I will only get another sandwich from there if someone else waits on me!! I forgot the meat was tough!

Solid pastrami sandwich in the Terminal Market…read more Highlights: - Super efficient line: they ask you want you want almost on first joining the line towards the back - Pastrami: seasoned but mild and tender meat. 5 stars - Pickle spear: not sure what they did to these but they were extra delicious. 5 stars - Choice of breads: I'm not a rye person but they have many different versions: seeded, unseeded, marble, and pumpernickel. I chose the challah which was eggy soft goodness Lowlights: - Now I'm back home and craving this sandwich and nothing will compare... :-(

The most amazing sandwich ever made! The ingredients and craftsmanship are top tier! Koch's really…read moredoesn't miss!!

Top 5 non-cheesesteak things I have eaten on my cheesesteak adventure. Koch's Deli has been on my…read morego-to list for a while. They have a 4.8 rating on Google Maps. It's summer, so I was hoping they wouldn't be crowded. I was reading their online menu. Most of their sandwiches have fun names. I looked at the steak sandwich section. There were no fun names. When I arrived at Koch's, I was greeted by a nice young man. I told him I review cheesesteaks but felt like I should get a sandwich that was more representative of Koch's. He suggested the Jewish Hoagie. I didn't realize how much he would change my life. I took my Jewish Hoagie to 2SP Brewing in Aston. I was taking pictures of my Jewish Hoagie at the bar. My new best friend Paul came over to ask where I got the hoagie. My Jewish Hoagie was amazing. Plus, it is fun to say 'My Jewish Haogie.'

Yum!! A jewish deli is always going to be a hit in my book and Schlesinger's is no exception…read more The staff is always so lovely, food comes out quick and the menu is huge and delish. Tons of seating inside and even when they are busy, they are quick to get folks in without rushing people out. I haven't explored their lunch/dinner menu yet, but their breakfast is so good and fresh.

Won award as one of the top twenty diners in the US in 2019. Really just pretty average and very…read moreJewish menu. Well worth a visit in busy part of center city Philadelphia. Family business that has survived and seems to be doing well. Lots of wall pictures of history and menu with nice touch of Jewish jokes inside cover. Coffee as you expect in diner and hash with potatoes ok and plentiful. Friendly service in clean environment. Good but apart from the history nothing special.

Di Bruno Brothers is one of those Philadelphia places that makes me feel lucky to live in this…read morecity. The Rittenhouse location on Chestnut Street is truly gorgeous, with the polish and product selection of a great food hall you might find in London, Paris, or Milan. The cheese, prepared foods, and pantry goods have clearly been chosen by people with incredibly discerning taste. It feels sophisticated and worldly while remaining unmistakably Philadelphia. Part of the pleasure is simply walking around and seeing what they have. Beautiful imported products sit alongside house specialties, fresh food, and everyday things you can grab without turning the visit into a major production. The meat and seafood always look fantastic, although I have mostly admired them rather than bought them so far. Everything is presented with obvious care, and the staff feels genuinely passionate about food. What I especially appreciate is that I never feel pressure or guilt if I pass through and barely buy anything. Our family budget has been tighter lately, so there are plenty of visits where I browse, grab a coffee or something small, and keep moving. The staff is warm and helpful whether you buy one thing or multiple things, and nobody makes you feel insecure for spending modestly. That lack of judgment is a big part of why the place feels so special. More broadly, Di Bruno Bros. captures something I find especially appealing about Philadelphia. The city has the cultural confidence of a major East Coast center, with serious universities, design, food, and international influence, but it often feels less performative than larger global cities where money and taste can sometimes turn into ego. The people I find coolest are intensely discerning yet low-key, kind, and effortlessly grounded, and that is exactly how this store feels. It is chic without being pretentious, expert without being intimidating, and ambitious without losing its humanity. One little interaction here captured that spirit perfectly. I was looking at individual cans of beer when the Beer Man, standing at a table in front of the refrigerator, walked me through the lagers they had and helped me choose Reaper, which was great. He clearly knew the category, cared about what he was recommending, and made the whole exchange feel completely casual. That combination of expertise, passion, and zero attitude is exactly what I love about Di Bruno Bros. Ultimately, I think places like this are one of the great luxuries of city life. I have also been to the Di Bruno Bros. location near Jefferson, but this Chestnut Street store is the one closest to home, and I still want to try the restaurant upstairs someday. I fantasize about a future version of life where I can casually stop in for beautiful seafood, meat, and prepared food for family dinners without thinking too hard about the bill. Even now, I love having this gorgeous little food universe nearby and being able to enjoy it at whatever level makes sense that day.

I can't believe I slept on Di Bruno Bros for so long. The grocery aspect is wonderful, there are…read moredelectable, local cheeses, chips, meats. breads, cakes, sandwiches to go, and plenty of drinks to choose from. We walked in for a late lunch and were overwhelmed by all our options. There's also a butcher's shop if you want fresh meats, and a designated cafe section for beverages and pastries to go. I chose an eggplant sandwich, which was thinly sliced, breaded, and fried, with mozzarella, and artichokes. The sandwich itself was so filling. The chips and pickle were an added bonus. They heated it for us before we went upstairs to eat. There's a quieter section with more ambiance upstairs, so we enjoyed the ac while we ate. I came back a few days later for a strawberry shortcake, and it was worth the trip. I love cake, so the miniature options were appealing and practical. Most of the cakes range from $12-30..Which is not a bad price for how much you get!

It was dumb luck that I got hungry in this neighborhood and found Dolores. What a spectacular…read moretreat this place is. I could tell they have a lot of regulars. I went w one of their signature sandwiches and it far exceeded expectations. They make all orders while you wait so you know it's fresh. They were so nice and honestly I was in and out of there. You get a massive amount of food for the price. I ordered a small and it was fantastic and a great value.

A cuzzin and I picked up 2 Cooper DaJawn's en route to a Phillies game. This sandwich was…read moretremendous and full of flavor. An absolute culinary masterpiece made with familial love. I had never experienced Dolores before and I will definitely return to try a few of the other very creative offerings. 100% worth the trip to South Philly and the owners were friendly and clearly know what they are doing.

Always went here for party trays and personal hoagies ! They were the best ! Haven't been there for…read moreawhile but I will try again! Hope it just as good as I remember ! Will let you know

I feel like I'm late to the party with this spot. Definitely one of the best hoagies I've had in a…read morevery long time and I'm general. Call before you go, this will save you a few minutes. All in all this is one of if not the best Hoagie in the city !!

It was our first time stopping after driving by many times…read more We had a great meal. The sandwiches were very good. And I love the pickle bar.

I went some months ago with a few friends for brunch, and I thought it was pretty good. I…read moreappreciated the pickle bar, which had a lot of variety and was open to refills, and the sandwich I got was good too, I think something with corned beef or pastrami. Seemed like a pretty standard Jewish-style deli, and the sides were tasty as well. One of the people at our table ordered carrot cake, which was quite large, and I got to taste some of it, which was tasty too. All the staff there were very friendly too, and it's fairly loud in there like your typical local deli. I would consider going back again if I'm in the area or some friends are going.

Very good place to order from. The is great, also they cater. Excellent! Tell your friends. They…read morehave been around along time. Staple in the City!

After hearing a lot of hype about this being one of the best delis in Philadelphia I wanted to find…read moreout for myself. To get right into it, I will say our to go order had a few errors. One sub was missing cheese and three were missing marinara. Taste wise I would say they're cheesesteak is solid, but could use some sort of seasoning. I highly recommend getting the seeded roll. Their roasted pork was good as well. I can't say either were the best I've ever had, but definitely above average. Overall, I would say give this place a shot, I would come here again, but would definitely double check my to go order before leaving.