Being a native Philadelphian, I'd like to think I know a good cheesesteak when I see one and this place doesn't disappoint. I also like the philly memorabilia on the wall which too, reminds me of home. The owner is a great guy who always seems attentive with the focus on customer satisfaction and I like that. It's obvious he knows his sandwiches cuz anywone will tell u, a good cheesesteak starts with the roll and unlike other area wannabe's, Fred's gets his imported from the Amoroso baking company in Philadelphia. Check him out. read more

I've been going here for 7-8 years and it never gets old. Great bread, great meat, friendly service. Fred himself is a really nice guy. Scott at the Allen location is also very nice and funny. Love going here and will continue to do so. These cheesesteaks are probably better than the real thing. I love Fred's. read more

Living in Pennsylvania for 6 years, and growing up 2 hours from Philly, I've had my fair share of cheesesteaks. I've been looking everywhere for a suitable replacement, and thus far, this has been the only place close. I've tried 2 locations - their Richardson location, and their Plano location. Both spots are your typical "hole-in-the-wall" gems. You'll drive right past it unless you're looking specifically for it. This place is worth the hunt. The meat tastes fresh, it needs to be salted more, but quite good. The cheese was fresh as well. The hoagie roll truly reminded me of PA. Both tiny restaurants were packed. Thank God my girlfriend and I just beat the lunch rush. We sat down with our food, and as soon as we did, about 15 or so people came in and waited on line. Seriously, this place is incredible. It's a little expensive compared to how much food you get, but definitely worth it. If it were a little cheaper and didn't have strange hours (closes by 7 and closed on Sunday), it'd be 5 stars. 4 stars considering all factors. read more

I've been going to Fred's for years now and I love that he's franchised out and still able to keep the same quality everywhere. You flat out won't find a better cheesesteak in the Dallas area. Fred is from Philly and he takes serious pride in making the best cheesesteaks around. My favorites are the #4 (double meat), #8 (Mushroom), the #18 (Po' Fred) as well as some of the newer ones on the menu. Who would have thought shrimp would taste good in a cheesesteak? Well it does. You're just not going to go wrong here but understand that it will destroy your diet. After having my first sandwich many years ago, I was literally craving another one for dinner it was just so good. I've had cheesesteaks at all the Philly originals like Pat's and Geno's and Fred's are waaaay better. Highly recommended!!! read more

I don't get the hype. I love me a greazzzzy sandwich, with meat and cheese galore. But the cheesesteak lacked flavor. I got a little grossed out eating this thing and ended up just throwing it away. Much better junk food around to eat than to waste precious calories on this thing. If you're starving and this is the only place to eat, then go for it. If you have options and want a delicious cheesesteak, find yourself another dive. read more

My co-workers took me here and it was a nice and greezy Philly which to me is a great sign of a true Philly cheese steak. The flavors just melted in my mouth. I am defiantly going back here and looking forward to taking my Philly friend to get his take on it as well. read more

I've never been to Philly for the real thing, but Fred's makes a good Cheesesteak sandwich, and is well worth a visit. I know of at least two locations, one in Plano on 15th, and the other located in Allen on Bethany just east of Central. Lately, I have gone to the newest location up on Bethany, in Allen. The parking is better, and to be honest, the place is much cleaner. The 15th street location is in severe need of an update, and more importantly, a severe cleaning. On at least two visits to the 15th St location, the place reeked of trash which is located right in front next to the order area. Yuk! Also, parking at the 15th St location can be bad, especially at lunch. Overall, though, Fred's is a good place to lunch. Just don't expect to be impressed by the facilities. If you have not been to Fred's I suggest you try the Allen location first. If the 15th St location was rearranged, and the trash can placed in a different location to eliminate the smell, Fred's could easily be a four-star treat. read more

I heard about this restaurant from a couple of friends who told me this place was ridiculously good. I often go to Texadelphia whenever I get the chance since Philly Cheese Steak is like the greatest culinary invention of all time. Anyways, I actually tried to go here once before, apparently on weekdays they close after 8:00. I got there at about 8:05 and they had already cleaned up and the store was closed. I was still determined to try some of that famous Cheese Steak everyone here talks about. I finally made it for dinner not too long ago. The cashier was very friendly and enticed me into ordering some fries and onion strings for 3 people. I am SO GLAD he talked me into it because the fries and onion strings were delicious. But on to the real meat of this review. All I have to say is, I feel as if I have wasted a ton of money driving to Texadelphia all the time, apparently this place has been around for a while, which means I probably could have eaten here while attending Plano West. CRAP. The Philly Cheese steak was very very well made. It was incredibly juicy and delicious. On top of that, the thing didn't fall apart when I took a bite out of it, like Texadelphia's. MAJOR PLUS. I hate when that crap falls out and its so hot it burns your hand. If you hate that too then fret not, that crap is not tolerated at Fred's Downtown Philly... or maybe it is but it won't happen, because their Philly Cheese Steak is the bomb. This restaurant is pretty hard to find, if someone had not mentioned it was in the same shopping center as Mr. Sushi on Yelp I prob would have driven right past it. Also Fred's picture on the wall, and sometimes he comes out to greet customers, its kind of like meeting a celebrity but not. lol. Celebrity or not, he makes one sick Philly Cheese Steak. read more

So so good. Who knew this little gem would be around the corner from the house I grew up in? The only other cool restaurants around were Sonic (sarcasm)! When I'm trying to be somewhat good, I get the cheesesteak salad for fewer carbs...no dressing necessary. read more

This is our favorite cheesesteak place! Honestly, I've had plenty of cheesesteaks in Philly...and PA for that matter and I haven't found any that I like better. On a recent trip to Philly, I decided to skip cheesesteaks altogether, because they weren't Fred's. I like mine with cherry peppers. My husband is more of a naturalist. But we always get the sauced cooked in. Yummmm!. read more

By far THE BEST cheesesteaks I've ever had! I have yet to find a place that tops this. I usually get the #2 (original cheesesteak) with extra cheese. If you're ever in the area, this is a place you HAVE to stop by. It really is "the best 10" in your mouth" =] read more

Have eaten at this location several times, and once at their Carrollton location. Food is pretty good, atmosphere is a dive. If you're looking for fine dining this is not your joint. Prices are pretty reasonable for what you get. If you're really hungry go for the 10", the small just won't be enough. Plano location is pretty dumpy and in need of a renovation, but that is part of the ambiance I guess. You just can't go in with your expectations of a spic and span place too high. You just go for the food. Cheesesteaks are good and always come out hot, but each one is made to order so it's not fast food, you will wait a bit for it to come out. It's worth the wait, but I hear the lunch hours can be a little chaotic. I only go on off hours. Glaring negative is the skimpiness in the use of cheese. If you're going to call it a CHEESEsteak for heaven's sake man put some cheese on it. It's barely visible. It's worth the trip to try it out though, good stuff. read more

Sooo gooood! My first traditional Philly Cheese steak here about a week ago. Hey the house sauce. Sooo goood!

Seem to be having more experiences with restaurants being out of something on their menu. How do you run a business by being out of what you advertise. Nothing they could add or substitute, just have to do without. read more

This is the second time in a year that I've been to Fred's. I should go here more!! The first time I got a mushroom philly...trying to keep the wife from eating my food b/c she doesn't like mushrooms. That didn't stop her, she loved it anyway. This time I went she was still working, so I could enjoy the cheesesteak in all it's glory. And what glory it was...hot, fresh, you can taste the cheese, and the fries were cooked to a crisp perfection. Love it...definitely will eat there more than once a year! read more

my hubby being a new yorker has gotten me hooked on street food, chicken and rice, nathans hotdogs, and now philly cheesesteaks.. But being in texas i doubt we could find a authentic cheesesteak place...but i was wrong.. My husband suprised me yet again...this little joint can be missed. the cheesesteak is juicy, alot of philly favorites, such as tasty kakes peanut chews and a whole alot more..handsdown the best cheesesteak in TEXAS..... read more

Absolutely the best Cheese steak I have had in Texas. So good, I had two. What else needs to be said?

Man i havent had a philly cheesesteak like that in a while! Awesome place the place is out dated but i like the way it looks. No frillz its all about the food. The guy working the counter was real chill as well. I tried the phlly with sweet peppers. Really good. read more

Best cheesesteak around. I can't go to the other place I had them at....Fred's is too good!

I'm not a huge eater of cheesesteaks, but I like this place. I've been told that the owner is from Philly, and I've been told by a Philly native that the cheesesteaks here are authentic. All i know is that they're good. I'd give the place 5 stars but I haven't been to any other cheesesteak places in the area. They also have a location in Richardson. Beware Cowboys fans. You will have to deal with Eagles paraphernalia. Luckily you will be distracted by food. read more

This is a great little spot to grab an authentic style philly cheese steak...I have two disclaimers 1. I'm a provolone cheese type of girl when it comes to philly cheese steaks they use like a melted cheese sauce which was good but not my cup of tea. 2. The fries were not that tasty but they do have chips. The price was inexpensive and over all I enjoined my food, they had great service and I'd go back ! read more

The restaurant itself is not remarkable. It's almost like a small room nestled in a strip mall. The floor is cracked and peeling wood parquet patterned linoleum. The walls are adorned with photos of Philly. A somewhat awkward quote proclaiming, "The best 10" you've ever had in your mouth" hangs proudly on the wall. But the food is superb. The cheesesteak was made fresh to order and flavorful. The fries were perfectly seasoned with a touch of pepper and had a great texture. Instead of the tiresome Coca-Cola, they serve Pepsi which goes great with the food. read more

Food is fabulous! My mother and I both order the mushroom cheesesteak and share fries and their fried pickles. The venue however...there's a certain off putting smell that makes getting take out a better option when possible. Definitely great food though, give Fred's a try- you won't be disappointed! read more

You won't be impressed by the dive ambiance. You won't be impressed by the Philadelphia Eagle love shrine. You won't be impressed by the broken sign which doesn't light up anymore. You won't be impressed by the tiny amount of product in their bags of chips.. You will be impressed by the order taker who knows his product very well. You will be impressed by the wide variety of choices in sandwiches and add-ons. You will be extremely impressed when your food is up and it is grill hot and heavenly. Most of all, you will be impressed by the juicy, rich explosion of authentic flavor when you take your first bite and every bite after that. These sandwiches are hot and generous. My wife gets the cheesesteak and I get the mushroom steak. Both are great. Get the ten inch so you can eat it again next meal. read more

I used to think Texadelphia was a real cheesesteak until I went here! I will never make that mistake again. This place is AWSEOME. The meat is great. I love the rolls. The staff are always fun when you go in to order at the window. I do have to say the place is very "hole in the wall" so don't expect anything else, but I promise it is worth it! read more

The best Philly I have ever had in my life! I am so glad we found this place and can't wait to bring family when they come into town.

Legit! I've had a few items in the menu and all have been great. They're "Original Philly" needs more cheese, but still great. The "Doctor J" is a meal in itself and totally worth spending a couple extra bucks for the large to eat "later". read more

First visit here and won't be my last! I had the #10 with peppers, and jalapeños. Those crab fries have me life and I recommended my parents give the place a try! read more

Hole in the wall, no frills but really good Phillies. I can't speak to authenticity, as I've never been to Philadelphia, but seems legit. I always get their chicken philly and crab fries or chips. read more

The place smells of bad plumbing so I'd advise not to eat there. I have been here multiple times at this location and each time the multiple people behind the cash register does not seem to want to be there. The one in the back cooking the food seems way more friendly than anything else. Food is good but still can't get passed the said smell of bad plumbing at this specific location. The Allen location is much better overall. read more

I usually try places twice before making up my mind if I like it or not. I know not all locations have the same people cooking your food and I used to go to the one on Plano Rd. But this one is just as great! Love it ! Waiting time isn't long, there's a movie playing so it keeps you entertained. Highly recommend! read more

Absolutely the best cheesesteak around. I used to go to Fred's before he got kicked out of his Dallas location years and years ago and it's still just as good ever. This location and atmosphere is not stellar, but the delicious food makes up for it. Also, it looks a lot better than it used to believe it or not! As the line going out the door around lunch time indicates, the food is excellent and you should expect a long, well-worth-it wait. I haven't seen Fred in a while, but he was always extremely friendly guy, glad to see he's been expanding! read more

The cheesesteak is Philly quality. I can't believe we have something so good close to home. During our last visit we had cheesesteak and split and order of fried pickles. The cheesesteak was amazing and the fried pickles had some of the best seasoning I have ever tried. Yum! I have never had to wait and the staff is always extremely fast and friendly. I would give this place 5 stars, but I'm sort of a neat freak when it comes to dining establishments and the walls, especially the photo frames, we're pretty grimy. I love the decor and hole in the wall atmosphere, but the "don't touch anything" feeling has got to go. I will be back for their scrumptious cheesesteaks! read more

Bland, dry, flavorless chese steak. Wife opted for salad, which she described as awful and nearly inedible. In the words of my grandmother, "this was a dud." read more

okay these guys are a trip. the owners came by to our place of business and asked to come by cause they had the greatest philly cheesesteaks in town. .... we went .. we were AMAZED! melty, finger lickin' texas sized yummy in my tummy! he wasn't lyin! read more

I used come by here maybe 15 years ago and I decided to try it again today. It was a blast from the past and I'm glad for the good food. I had what did years ago, the mushroom 6 inches and I'd wish I had gotten the 10. Maybe next time. Fries are good. Places has a new paint job, but still the same recipes. Just as packed as before. Could possibly be the best 6 or 10 inches l've ever had in mouth. read more

Good food. Ordered the extra meat and there was nothing extra about it. Except that if cost and extra 4 dollars. Will not be back, and if I do I will order a regular size. (A little upset) read more

We moved to the South a few years ago from Philadelphia. It's been hard to find a cheese steak that is even close to what we get back home. Forget Pat's and Geno's, that's tourist trap crap. This is as close to a real south Philly steak as you can get outside of PA. I'm talking real cheesesteak. They fly in the bread and use real whiz. That makes all the difference. Yes, it's a hole in the wall. Yes it may be packed and you may have to share a table with a stranger, it's all worth it. Felt like a steak I've gotten at legit places in Philly like Mom's or Tony Luke's. read more

Decided to check this place out for lunch based on recommendations off Yelp. I liked the way the place looked, good hole in the wall type place decked out in all types of Philly gear and pictures. The staff was incredibly friendly from the lady who took the order to the guys making the food, plenty of welcomes and have a nice days on the way out. The food didn't live up for me though. First I am not from Philly so I will not say anythign about authentic cheese steak or not. The bread they use is really good stuff but I was dissapointed in the amount of meat you get for a 7.50 sandwich. Based on looking at others sandwiches that were picked up they all looked the same for amount of meat. The sandwich tasted good just not what I would call a 7.50 sandwich. The upcharges were also very nickle and dime, want a different cheese (not attidional) .50, want lettuce .50 for lettuce? A head of lettuce is 1.00 at the grocery. The real killer for me was the fries though, they were overcooked and covered in more salt than I have ever seen in my life. Pick up two of them and your fingers are covered in salt. If I am going to spend 12.00 on a sandwich, fries and a drink there are better options for the money in the area. read more

Best fucking cheesesteak that I've ever had. This is a place that you have to go to before you die, bitch.