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    Pappa Geno's

    3.5 (74 reviews)

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    Pappa Geno's cheesesteak and cheese fries
    Patrick N.

    Food is ok but a little overpriced. I ordered the Pappa Geno's sandwich. Their website menu shows a price for a combo, but they charged me for the cheese fries and drink at menu price. In total I spent $18.69 ($17.26 plus tax) for the meal which is simply too much money for a fast food meal. The bread was tasty, and the fries were nice and crispy, so the food was decent.

    Philly cheesesteak
    Rex C.

    Let me start of by saying papagenos knows how to make cheese steaks! They are the best in Houston and the best I've had in the United States! I tried them out 9 years ago when they first opened up on Tc jester and Ella. I go to that location from time to time as well as the one on Eldridge. Today was my first time visiting the Pasadena location. This company has simply perfected the cheese steak! All of the locations make them to perfection! I am very happy to see them expanding! If you live or work in this area this is simply a must try! You will not be disappointed! Their cheesesteaks are so good. They come filled with meat. They give you such a huge portion for the price. I will continue to visit all of their locations! Great job once again!

    Wicked Philly
    Jasmin G.

    These sandwiched were a bit greasy but nonetheless, good sandwiches! If you ever have a random craving for "Philly " cheesesteak sandwiches, try this place out.

    Fat Philly
    Justin T.

    I've had cheesesteak from Philly multiple times and Papa Geno's is the real deal alternative to the real thing. I have never made it to their other locations so I can't judge the consistency. This location is in a little strip center across from the college. It was empty at around 7 pm on a weekday which had me worried, but we saw a lot of to go orders as we sat there. I assume they get the college crowd during the day. Ordering was easy and the cashier was friendly. The food took awhile to come out, but you can hear them making everything to order, so no big deal there. I had not eaten since the night before so I came hungry. I saw the Fat Philly and thought I had to get that. It was the regular sandwich, but then topped with chicken tenders, mozzarella sticks, fries, gravy and cheese sauce. It's definitely a fork and knife sandwich! If I had to make a suggestion to the owners, please get better plastic ware, because it was very difficult to eat. I started off picking at the fries topped with gravy and I was blown away. That gravy was delicious. The chicken tenders and mozzarella sticks were what you would expect anywhere. The real star of the show was the steak and cheese. You can tell they use quality ingredients. The steak was seasoned well with an abundance of pepper. The bread was fresh. It's a very rich sandwich for sure. Although delicious, I will stick with a regular sandwich next time specifically for the ease of eating it. Make sure to get a side of gravy to dip your fries! Luckily I visit my fam who lives close by weekly, so I will have this as an option from time to time. I will be back!

    French fries
    Yaniv B.

    PAPPA GENO'S. SOOO GOOOOOOD. The Philly cheesesteaks here are BY FAR my favorite in Houston. I ordered the number one Philly cheesesteak with fries, and it is so filling I cut it in half and split it between two meals. The whole meal is just perfect, I highly recommend it for anyone not counting their calories and wanting just a truly hearty meal. The restaurant wasn't too crowded when I went during lunch, I got my food to go, and it was just as good as eating it there. The foil they wrap the sandwich in keeps it perfect for quite a while.

    Cheese steak with peppers, onions, mushrooms, provolone cheese and fries (added hot sauce)

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    2 years ago

    steak-and-cheese best sub ever in pasadena or deer oark and great service ordere to go and very convienet location

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    This place has classic Philly cheese steaks & also the same service you'd get in Philly if you from Philly you'd understand

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    Food is very good! Had the veggie and the chicken philly and both were great. The fries are pretty good too.

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    4 years ago

    Doors locked today at 11:45. Had help wanted signs in the windows so not sure if no staffing or they have closed.

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    We had a #1 and it was delicious. Loaded with lots of meat and bread was perfect. We'll definitely be back soon

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    1 st time here . My son and I came for lunch and the cheese steaks were very good . A little pricey but I will be back .

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    7 years ago

    The bread was so soft! Cheesy and melty, so delicious!!! The french fries were very crispy not much seasoning but very crispy!

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