I've never had an "Authentic" Cheesesteak before but I will say that I can't imagine anything tasting better than the cheesesteak sandwich I had at Jake's. Savory, cheesy, the bread was soft and delicious.... The wings were amazing as well! I'll defiantly be coming back. read more

Jake's Steaks - Sandwiches Near Me - San Francisco, California

Good cheesesteaks that you can order with steak or chicken, your choice of cheese whiz, American or Provolone and with or without onions. I had the 8" cheesesteak with Provolone, mushrooms and onions and a side of waffle fries which I'm sure would have tasted a lot better if I got it with whiz. The cheesesteak was tasty, but I'm sure Philly still serves them up a lot better. Their location doesn't give them much traffic, which is a shame, but the good thing is that there isn't a wait and there is plenty of seating. Service is friendly and the place is very clean. Plus, they've got plasmas so you can catch two ball games at once while you eat. read more

LIFE, as I have known it, will never be the same again. It was THAT good. Good GAWD. GOOD LORD. OH MY GAWD. Soft bread, juiciest meat, not to mention how MUCH meat they give you, drizzled in Cheez Whiz (yummy to my tummy), sauteed mushrooms (it's a MUST), and hit the spot like you can't believe on a lazy Sunday afternoon while lounging around. OH MY GOD. I could eat this for 3 meals a day, daily, for the rest of my life and I think I'd flip out each time I took a bite into this sandwich. YUMMY. GO. read more

Having been a pretty loyal fan of Jay's Cheesesteaks, I finally got around to trying out the somewhat legendary Jake's Steaks last week. Not surprisingly, there are no frills here, you order at the counter and after a few long minutes, your piping hot sandwich arrives. And arrive it does: grilled shredded beef and onion piled onto an imported amoroso roll from Philly. Cheese Whiz that just melts into everything. I like to add some pepper. Wash it down with an ice cold soda and you begin to understand why this place has such a cult following. Yeah, I might just be a believer. read more

Been Going to Jakes for 7 years, ever since Jake opened the joint. I cant believe it has taken me so long to write a review. This is my favorite spot in SF. Here are my reasons. 1. Delicious, authentic Philly Cheese Steaks. 2. Great beers on Tap- Liberty Ale from Anchor is perfect, and strong. 3. Killer 20 oz happy hour specials. 4. The wings are killer...so good..try them. Fire in the hole will remove skin. 5. Maggie, the new owner is one of the nicest people I know. 6. Charlie, the manager, is the second nicest person i know. 7. The entire staff are really good people, from the cooks to the delivery people. 8. Great place to watch sports. Big TV's and great bar setup. 9. My Fiance loves the food so never says no to going here. 10. Great patrons, non pretentious, and just awesome. read more

Where's my beverages? I ordered two drinks and you charged me but I didn't receive them?!! Wtf? Then after I called I was told to call Grub Hub as it's the delivery service and Jakes Steaks isn't responsible. (Drinks aren't a big deal I admit but when your fridge is empty and you are asking for them after all and paying for them...). Then I spent almost an hour trying to get my money back or at least a credit. Real efficient these folks...yes, it was a delicious "cold" cheesesteak! Lol! read more

I know nothing about cheese steaks. The closest I've been to a real Philly cheese steak is the Philadelphia airport food court during a layover a couple years ago. And it was horrible. But I do love me some Jake's Steaks. I don't really do shredded beef of any sort so I stick with the chicken cheese steak. Whiz with, of course. It's just about the most delicious, cheesiest, chickeny creation I've ever tasted. The best part is that regardless of whether I do take out or delivery, my cheese steak is always still piping hot in that silver wrapper when I bite into it on my couch. Their waffle fries are an added bonus. Yummy in my tummy. read more

After a romantic day of paddle boating in Stow Lake at Golden Gate Park, for some reason we were dying to eat some cheese steak. We looked on yelp and we found this gem. The service was polite and quick!! The inside was pretty small but there were a lot of people there watching the Baseball game. I think it was because they were giving out free beers with a purchase of a cheesesteak. As for the cheesesteak, it was pretty delicious!! Full of meat and cheese!! the bread was a soggy but I'm not complaining.. It was probably drenched with the juice from the meat and cheese.... YUM!!!!! hahaha It was hard to eat though because it was just made so it was hot, which isn't a bad thing. who would complain about freshly made food?? lol I recommend this place!!! Oh and parking is sucks there... so if you... be prepared. read more

I think everyone has seen a movie or a video clip where two people finish having sex and the man rolls of and states how amazing it was and then the woman rolls her eyes and says: "I've had better." Well that pretty much sums up Jake's Steaks. Let me start of by saying that I am from Boston originally and have eaten many cheesesteaks from all around the east coast. I have also eaten many a cheesesteak in Philly and New York. And "in my humble opinion" the cheesesteaks at Jake's are crap! The buns are cheap sub rolls, the meat was the equivalent of frozen dung, and the service was terrible. Not to mention that the whole time I was there I watched a group of meatheads guzzle cheap beer and stare at my friends boobs. Don't get me wrong it is in the Marina and I know I should have expected the meatheads guzzling beer, but it doesn't make my experience at Jake's any better. Not to mention my stomach ached from the moment I left until this morning when I crapped half my organs out. Save your money! Go to Metro Burger or the Cheese Steak Shop. read more

The steaks here are seriously good and scarily close to how they should be. And I write that as someone born and raised in the Philadelphia metro area. They've got Tastykakes, advertise water ice on the windows, and most of the technique for the steaks. In every way the Cheese Steak Shop on Divis is lacking in their preparation, Jake's has it covered and vice versa. Jake's needs to chop the onions finer and make the meat greasier, but really, this is only a minor complaint. The way this shop is totally with it? They've looked into getting Yuengling in their store. No, they don't have it (or at least didn't when I was there last time), because they don't distribute west of the Mississippi. But I was able to talk about the greatest domestic lager in the country with the staff. Amazing to have that experience in San Francisco. read more

Ok. I'm from Philly. From some unknown reason, I thought it would be a good idea to take my friends (visiting from Philly) to have some cheesesteaks. In retrospect, why would they want to eat any old cheesesteak when they could have a great one next week? (Don't worry, they also tried sourdough+clam chowder and the seafood stands on fisherman's wharf. Though I'll have to think harder for when Boston friends come visit.) Jake's Steaks does use Amoroso rolls. +5 points. Using Philly "vernacular" on the menu. Cute. +2 points. Cheese Whiz option. Just Precious. +2 points. As my boyfriend has learned, however, points don't really count for anything in the big picture. Even though they list it on the menu, depending on who's at the register, they might not understand you when you say "provolone wit." Even though they use Amoroso rolls, there is something lacking. The meat is dry, the onions weren't thoroughly mixed in, and it lacked that special touch. Fries were delicious though. And I will call it a cheesesteak, it does deserve that name. Most places claiming to serve a "cheesesteak" merely serves a steak sandwich with cheese. COMPLETELY DIFFERENT. I'll be waiting til I go home for Thanksgiving for a real Cheesesteak. read more

Apparently this is a good place for a gal, like myself, to meet MEN. Rolled into this place around 6pm last night. The tvs were going--basketball and baseball. The meat was grilling and the beers were flowing. Score. I also had a young child with me, which added to my "it" factor. I was the one woman, and there were 8 guys in the place. A group of them began to chat me up, and then invited me to some movie/book/music thing going on at AT&T Park on June 6-7. Nice. I ordered the child a small cheese steak with provolone, a side of waffle fries (who doesn' t love waffle fries?), and two sodas for $13. The food came out quickly and it was enjoyed. read more

Their cheesesteak is the bomb! Seriously. It's the best! I always get their traditional cheesesteak with cheese whiz and grilled onion in a warm roll! Need I say more? Definitely the place to go! Also located next to a park and walking distance to Palace of Fine Arts and other touristy spots! PS. Check in here and you'll get free beer! :) read more

For a Philadelphia Sports fan in San Francisco, this is heaven! All of the Eagles Games are shown with sound in front of a boisterous crowd. Maggie is on top of things - providing quality service along with amazing cheese steaks on a quality Amoroso Roll - which are frozen and shipped in from Philadelphia! Get one Wit Whiz (Onions and Cheese Whiz). Otherwise, where else can you get a Tastycake in SF?!? read more

Jake's Steaks is a cool little spot in 'Frisco. When you first walk in there's a few tables, a bar area (with seating included), and your cash register station where you order. After taking a good look at the menu I ordered the Cheesesteak Special. The Cheesesteak Special includes a cheesesteak (with or without onions), which I ordered with chicken instead of beef, waffle fries, and a drink. I also ordered a side of hot cherry peppers for my sandwich since I love all things SPICY. I was told they were a bit hotter than the jalapenos. All of this was about $12, which wasn't bad. Overall, service was quick and I really enjoyed my meal. Tip: Come during the week when they have happy hour from 4-6PM. You can get pints and pitchers at a really affordable price. read more

I must say, Jake's Steaks is a very clean and well kept restaurant. But Cheez Wiz on your Philly?? Hmm...I'm not so sure. Despite the fact that it was reallyyyyyyyyyy cheesey, it tasted very very processed. I did have their Pizza Philly and their marinara sauce on it is a BIT on the tangy side but still good. Mozarella sticks were decent, and their waffle fries lacked flavor. Next time, I'm going to ask for garlic waffle fries -- perhaps that'll be better. Oh and I have to add, the bread they used for their sandwiches is AMAZING. Soft, somewhat chewy, and delicious. Mmm... The bf's younger brother said "I think I like Great Steak better...that place in all the malls..." Perhaps I'll give Jake's Steaks another go sometime in the future but for now, I have to try other places -- like Phat Philly on 24th in the Mission District. read more

When 2 die hard birds fans find themselves in Cali where should one watch the game .... Enter yelp and a quick search for best place to watch the eagles game. A quick drive from our hotel led us here and we arrived before the regulars descended upon this place. By kick off this place was swimming with black and green and was as loud and intense as a home game or neighborhood dive bar in the streets of south Philly . We ordered some snacks and realized that they don't have many booze options if you aren't a fan of suds so I became the DD for our drive to SFO by default :( Would def recommend this place for those that bleed green. Bar is small so get there early we had prime time seats in front of the largest tv read more

Imagine my Philly native butt's shock at finding a damn-near perfect philly cheesesteak outside of Philly without having to go to Vegas for Capriotis! I'm laughing at the reviews that think this place is gross because they use Whiz....hello?!?! It's an F'n PHILLY cheesesteak place! They use Whiz in authentic cheesesteaks. Now personally, I, like you, am not a fan of Whiz but you know what I do? I get it with american. NAILED IT! The key in making this authentic is the Amoroso rolls...mmmm so goooooooooooood! I mean christ! They even have italian water ice(pronounced wooter if you're from slower DE ya hearrrrrrrrrd) and tastykakes, and I think we all know, nobody bakes a cake as tasty as a tastykake. If you're reading reviews and wanting to check out a fast, unhealthy sandwich place as a native NorCaler...these are pretty yummy sandwiches so go give it a try and see if you like em. If you're a native Tri-State area reader...get your ass to Jake's for the best cheesesteak I've had without having to pay $500 to fly home and get one. Oh yeah! They deliver and they even keep one side of the the fries box open so the waffle cuts don't lose their crispiness. read more

Went here during the week for an impromptu dinner and we got there at a great time....it was nice a quiet. I have heard that this place can get packed. We ordered: Cheesesteak with Provolone and Onions Pizza Steak Garlic Fries Onion Rings All was delicious but I really preferred the Pizza Steak better. Not only was the flavor wonderful but having the marinara sauce on it kept it really moistt. Garlic Fries were good but the hit of the dinner, to me was the Onion Rings. I will be back, SOON! read more

Some nights when I was working at the hotel, I would order dinner from here. The cheese steaks were not bad, waffle fries were good but would get soggy if left out for too long and for some odd reason the ceasar salad was one of my "must order" items. Delivery was always the way for me to get food and they would do so pretty quickly. But remember, eating all that food in one sitting will give you a very bad case of Food Coma. read more

Ughhhh why do I keep coming back here every 12-14 months? Oh ya because I forgot how truly awful this place tastes and I have to remind myself. This is a neighborhood place so its too easy to walk in. Food: +Waffles fries- these are ok but they don't have anything on Chick-Fil-A +Chicken Cheesesteak- GROSS; NO FLAVOR; so bland. Add some spices or vegetables or something; I had to throw it away and sustain myself on fries +Regular Philly Cheesesteak- again probably the worst cheesesteak place I've ever been to. The meat to cheese to bread ratio is all off. Service: The lady at the cashier is just short with you and makes you feel rushed bc she just looks annoyed 24-7. I mean, please there is nobody else in your store and I can take my time if I want to. Ambience: Sports bar-ish place. Enough seating (I've never seen this place get full in 4 years) Will not be coming back ever again. -Hungry Hungry Pongy read more

What better way to be a phat kid than to phill up at Jakes? I hear that it's the Amoroso roll that makes it, and I can't pretend like I know what I'm talking about, but the roll is money! The Hoagie is my staple here: lettuce, tomato, American cheese, with onions and jalapenos! Polish it off with waffle fries and a beer, while all my emotions are swirling around the Phillies pennant. read more

What an unlikely and welcome juxtaposition -- cheesesteaks in the Marina. Pennsylvania-raised, I know from cheesesteaks (to those of you in the know, I prefer Pat's to Gino's). And Jake's is the real deal. Cheeze Whiz. Soft, doughy rolls. What can one say but, "yo, Adrian!!"? The Eagles banner and "Whiz with" vernacular saves that neighborhood for me. read more

Food was great! Could have used a little more spice on the meat but I know you have to please the masses. Otherwise Food came earlier than expected. Was hot and delicious!!! I Wil definitely eat there again. read more

Shut up and take my money Jake's Steaks. If I could, I would eat you everyday. But I can't keep buying more pants. Cheesesteak wiz wit, with some waffle garlic fries?.......yes. Don't eat here if you get addicted to delicious tasting things easily. Haven't tried very much else on the menu. And why exactly would I? Taking a star off on my own because I hate looking at your Philly decor. I don't need that ruining my appetite. But, I appreciate the home town pride, and would do the same if I opened up shop in a different city. It would be a Niners, Giants, Sharks, Warriors fest up in that bz. I'll see you very soon. read more

Been coming here for about 5 years now and can't believe I never wrote a review for Jakes! First of all, if you are a Philly area transplant, this is the joint we all hang out at here in the Bay Area. Maggie does such a great job to make this our home away from home. I found Jakes through their Phillies tailgate event they put on and have been coming back since. I live an hour away down in the south bay and I don't get up there as often as I would like, which is always a bummer. So, on to the food. The food is legit. When my parents come visit from Philly, they actually ask to go to Jakes. They like their cheese steaks better than what they can get at home for the most part! They fly the rolls in from Philly, which is key. The cheese steak is chopped up, done to perfection, and perfectly not too greasy and not too dry. AND they offer provolone. Bonus! The waffle fries are a must. Good stuff. I can't comment on too much other stuff since I usually gorge myself on cheese steak and fries and never have room for anything else. Like I said, if you are a philly area transplant and looking for a place to watch the games, come to Jakes. Usually a good crowd during football season. You get to know all the faces and it's the same crowd that gets together and enjoys a good time. Only place I know in the area where you get a green jello shot and the eagles fight song gets sang for touch downs! And for the baseball fans, don't miss out on the phillies tailgate event Jakes puts on when they come to town to play the Giants. Always a good time and I look forward to that one year after year! You want a proper cheese steak and a good friendly Philly atmosphere, check these guys out! :) read more

Being a recent transplant from the east coast, finding Jake's was like finding a 3000 mile worm-hole back home. I used to trek along West River Drive weekly, and that 'fix' is met by the full wall photo of Boat House Row. The steaks don't disappoint: this is a first rate cheesesteak. The meat is tender, the cheese is melted, the onions are just right... If I worked anywhere near Jake's I know what I'd be having for lunch every day! Update: the meat has been a little tough the last two times I've been there. Still my fix for home when I'm near the Marina. read more

Arguably the best cheese steak in the city. 2 Star a cheese steak that tastes like a cheese steak 1/2 star for having the Phillies game on and having all MLB Package. 1/2 star for "You Are in Eagles Country" banner. 1/2 star for having Tastykakes and "water ice." 1/2 Star for Happy Hour $3 big beers (not PBR). If you have read my other reviews you know that I am from Philly and can be a tough critic of San Francisco cheese steaks. Jake's Steaks is definitely worth checking out. read more

Yum, we walked past this place after checking out some of the shops in the area and decided to have a bite - this place was busy already at 5:30PM, a sure sign of a good philly. We were not disappointed. My husband and I shared a 12 inch cheesesteak, which was more than enough for me and just right for my husband - these are big sandwiches. We added jalapeños (in the sandwich), cherry peppers (served along side the sandwich), and mushrooms - which were all great additions. We also got some waffle fries with cheese whiz based on some yelp photos, and they were good, but I'd go for a different topping next time - the cheese didn't quite do it for me. With the 12 inch sandwich and the waffle fries, the total came to about $18. Not cheap, but it was enough for two. My husband said this was the best Philly he's had in California, if not anywhere. So definitely give this place a try! read more

When I ordered he asked me if I would like it 8 inches or 12 inches and I laughed. Then he blushed. I thoroughly enjoyed my 8 inches of hot beef. I still prefer getting it at The Cheese Steak Shop though. read more

For what it is, it's great, absolutely hits the spot when you want a greasy, cheesy, bundle of heart attack with minimal veggies, although they do give you a lettuce and pickle or pepper. I got the mushroom with provolone cheese steak sandwich and a basket of the waffle fries with wizz. OMG, so damn good. those fries are also something just cause they are drenched in cheeze wizz and are crispy. the pricing is also really good too and you should just not even think about the size difference between the small and large since its only like $2 difference in the end to get a large. To my amazement, i actually finished it all. At first i thought i'd have something to snack on later, but once you start eating, munchin on some cheesy fries, you can't stop, until you're finally done and feel a lil tight around the waist with your pants. This is also making me take interest in exploring more restaurants in the marina area. you just gotta love SF! read more

While I have never actually eaten here, I have been completely put off by their rude, gawking employees in the kitchen. Yes, tapping on the window and hollering will get my attention. Will it get me to eat there, no. Never. Stop harassing the girls that walk by! read more

I'm giving Jake's 5 stars for two main reasons - #1, the food is very easily reheated the next day (let's face facts; this place is drunk food, hangover food, and straight up SOLID) and #2, they deliver to Green's. Most people who know me know I love me some orange and blue, and leaving Green's in the middle of a white knuckle game (which we face EVERY. SEASON.) is not an option. Jake's is right down the street and delivers immediately, plus whoever is delivering is quite understanding when I don't take my eyes off the screen as I hand over my wallet. I started to love this place when I changed neighborhoods. I think we can all agree that it's not necessarily the roommate or the apartment you miss, but the deliciousness that surrounded them...and Jake's still comes through for me. Extra sauce and all, no additional cost, straight outta Philly in the middle of Polk Street. "With wiz" is a must if you order a cheesesteak (plus you feel super cool using the insider lingo). Onions are an acquired taste, but I say hell to the yeah...if you've never had a cheesesteak at all, ask whomever answers the phone for a recommendation. And if you just want finger food, order a basket (YES, A BASKET) of waffle fries, a side of mozzarella sticks, and all three sauces. Tip: dip everything in BBQ and add honey mustard...now that's a party. read more

I've loved cheese my whole life. Loving steak was just a side thing until they both offered to become my full time lovers. They didn't mind sharing me.. they just wanted a little love. The concept of cheese and steak married and placed in a soft bun is simply genius! It's even better with a swipe of Cheez Whiz and some waffle fries on the side. I have so much fun eating at Jake's steaks because I love eating good food & that's what they offer. On a cold SF day, I would suggest wearing your jacket in here because it gets drafty. Parking is 50/50 but food coma is 100% guaranteed. read more

I grew up in South Jersey about a 20 minute ride outside of Philly. I know my way around cheesesteak joints and let's leave it at that. What can I say about this place....big pile of chuck steak on the grill? check. amoroso rolls? check. regular or cheese whiz? check. beer and big screen tv? check. waffle fries? check. hot peppers? check. Enough grease drip out the back of my sando? check. Pure goodness in every bite??? CHECK! read more

Do not order items from here for delivery. Consistently terrible at a) being on-time, b) delivering the correct items and c) not putting the right items on the sandwich. Ordered today for 11am delivery, they showed up at 12pm, well past the lunch meeting. Only excuse was that they were busy, but this is no excuse if you want to be in corporate catering/delivery business. They completely missed a bag of items that include 1/2 the "finger" items. Only apology was that they would redeliver at 1pm the missing items (now 2 hours past the meeting) or they would give us a credit. Did not want to offer a refund. Orders they did deliver were incorrect, including mayo on a cheesesteak that should not have been there. The chicken and meat was not very good to top the meal off. read more

8" or 12"....!?!?!?........dilemma... dilemma.... for a buck more....12" please..... beefy... meaty.... cheesy.........no whiz please.....no american cheese....yes provolone....yes onion....yes liberty beer....more liberty beer....$14 pitchers......more....meat bit dry....meat bit tough...bit bland....onion rings very super duper shiny greasy....call the ambulance..my arteries are clogged..... (x.,x) read more

I got the 8 inch Mushroom Cheesesteak with the Whiz and onions. The sandwich did hit the spot but it was nothing spectacular. Maybe it was the whiz drowning out the rest of the sandwich, but the onions, mushrooms and meat could of had more flavor. The bread was nice and soft and the sandwich overall was decent. Nothing that was knock your socks off based from the reviews. read more

I specifically decided to write this review on a full stomach, so I wouldn't be too upset that I'm not eating one of these sandwiches for dinner right now. Can't go wrong w/ the Cheeseteak Special- 8" cheesesteak, waffle fries, and a soda for $10. Sure, at that price I wouldn't exactly call it a cheap eat, but it's pretty darn good. Be sure to try your sandwich "Whiz with" aka with cheesewhiz and onions. Yum! I wanted to try the water ice, but I was too stuffed. Next time! read more

You can find me here whenever there is an Eagles game not on national TV. Heck even when it's on national TV. Love the schuylkill river wall, love the neighborhood bar feeling. and yea, everyone does know my name. Cheesesteaks have gotten better since the place has opened (not as grizzley), and now i'm just addicted. Better than pats and genos (i'm sorry but have you ever eaten either of those sober in philly, NOT PRETTY), but not as good as jim's. tony luc's does pork not cheesesteak in my mind so i won't even go there. I hear Jake doesn't own it anymore, but in the years i've been going here i never saw him anyway. Now find me here watching some 'Nova basketball. PS. avoid the fries, try the wings PPS. american wit please! read more