My wife was craving a good Philly cheesesteak and thought there weren't any good options. Pappa Geno's proved to be the answer to her worries. It was a great Philly cheesesteak with some of the best fresh crunchy fries around! read more

The chicken philly was good, but I have had better. Service was quick and friendly. When I went on a weeknight at about 8:30 it looked closed from the outside as there were no visible people in the restaurant, but if you open the door someone will come out and take your order. read more

Found out about this place about 2 months ago and have been coming back once a week at the very least since, best Philly in the city, also the lady who is usually at the counter on the closing shift is super nice and attentive, definitely recommend this place read more

Everytime I call they say they're already closed. Even though the store hours say 9pm and it's 8:20 they answer the phone and hang up. When I finally got someone to answer they said they're closed. I said online your hours say till 9pm. He said he knows but he makes his own hours and he's already cleaned up for the night and that they now close at 8:30. I said it's not even 8:30 yet. He said he knew but that he decides when the store will be open. Now I dunno if that was the store owner but if it wasn't then I'd be pretty ticked off that my employees were making their own hours and closing whenever they felt like it. And if that was the owner then I feel sorry for his business because that's not how you keep loyal customers! I've been going to that place and recommending that place for years but ever since the lockdown ended their store hours have been all over the place never answering phone calls not open ending when the hours say they should be open. And to be honest the food quality has gone down hill too. Wouldn't be at all surprised if that place ends up closing down to to lack of customer service and lack of quality employees who actually want to work. It's sad that a place used to be so good has gone completely downhill do to lazy employees and a complete lack of customer service. If I could rate this place with zero stars I would. Y'all might as well close and move out so someone with a business that actually wants to work can move in!! Seriously your business is worthless. read more

I love their cheesesteak and really enjoy their other locations. However, today on my visit to this location, the restaurant had a very strong smell coming from the nail salon. The smell was so intense that I could not enjoy my meal. My stomach began to feel queasy do to the smell. read more

Amazing philly cheesteaks! Bread was cooked to perfection! Fries were super crispy! Great customer service, very sanitary

Doesn't look much when you drive by, but boy, they definitely have the best Philly cheese steak sandwich in town.

The cheesesteak was amazing. I would recommend it to anyone. I ordered the fries and gravy and while the flavor was tasty, the gravy should have been "on the side" to avoid the very soggy fries I received. I will definitely order again and I hope to be able to give them 5 stars! read more

Pretty good spot not too bad little pricey but totally worth it. Customer service is really good very understanding good. I'll definitely be going back. read more

This far south I didn't expect much. I was wrong . This place is the real deal. Good rolls, steaks are perfect and seasoned just right. A little piece of Philly in Texas. Definitely worth a stop. It's a must try. You won't be disappointed. read more

Awesome hot cheesesteak sandwich! The soft, fresh bread with the hot cheese and steak...Delicious! I recommend trying it. Everything else wise was clean. The location on N. Eldridge is just as good. read more

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The cheese steak was overly cooked and too much cheese I couldn't eat it had to throw it away. I actually hate to waste food the service was not good most of the staff had customer service issues which means you need to re train your workers they don't smile and when I Visit a location I expect a smile because with no smiles I don't know what I'm getting or what my food will be looking like get some new cooks the ones you have are pure trash and don't know how to cook read more

You aren't going to go hungry here! Heard this place had some of the best cheesesteaks in town and they did not disappoint! My husband and I both got the Texas cheesesteaks which have spicy peppers on them. The peppers were seriously spicy... even my husband admitted they were hot and he has a ridiculous spice tolerance. It was a delicious burn though. The fries were also perfectly cooked. Nicely brown and crispy. It was a little bit on the expensive side... we spent almost $30 for two cheesesteaks and two orders of fries. We went on a Saturday afternoon and got ours to-go. Despite there being about 10 other people in there waiting on food, we only had to wait about 5 minutes. Good place for a quick, filling cheat meal! read more

Great Cheese steak! Ordered the works. White cheese with onions, bell peppers and mushroom with a side of fries. It's always hot and fresh. Can't ask for more. I never finish the whole sandwich. Always save half for later. And it's still super good. read more

Pappa Geno's - The works! It's so good. - Sandwiches Near Me - Houston, Texas

The philly here melts in your mouth!!!! Yummy!!!! The atmosphere and decor was like a an old shake and burger 50's spot. Great lunch spot!!!! read more

"Damn son!" Were my first words after I took a bite out of my #7, no mushroom, cheese whiz instead of provolone. This things is the truth. Mind you, I ordered to go, and got home after about 20-25 minutes from when the sandwiches were in my hands, and it was still nice and hot when we got home. Y'all read what I got, my date got the same but hers included mushrooms, and she got fries and I got onion rings. I spent about $30 on the two meals which was a little more than I expected, but man was this cheesesteak good. The whiz and steak just go so damn well together, and the bread is the cherry on top. So much flavor in the sandwich and it's so basic. Honestly I'm craving another one as I write this at 10:19 am. I'm very tempted to try the fat philly, the freaky philly, and some of the melts they offer too. Oh yeah, we had gotten there at about 7 pm or so, to find some patrons in the dining area but nothing too crazy, then immediately after us, the steady traffic started showing up. If you love Philly cheesesteaks, this place is damn good. read more

Pappa Geno's - Half of my #7 no mushroom with whiz instead of provolone! DELICIOUS. - Sandwiches Near Me - Houston, Texas

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Best cheesesteak I have had outside of Pennsylvania! The fries were fresh and delicious; we got disco fries and I just wish the cheese was mozzarella and not fake nacho cheese (not as authentic tbh). Also no Heinz ketchup... no self respecting Pennsylvanian would use a brand other than Heinz lol. But seriously, overall really delicious and will be back next time I'm in Houston! read more

The cheesesteaks here are okay. Not quite what I am use to up north but adequate enough. I'm not going out of my way to eat here but if I'm in the area, as I was for this visit, I give them my business. read more

The best Philly cheesesteak sandwiches ever , especially this location . Highly recommend

Excellent steak sandwich, luckily I was on this side of town to find this jem. Worth driving from The woodlands to try read more

Absolutely awesome cheesesteak sandwich. Hot, plentiful, delicious and tasty. I've gone there a number of times his first location years ago. They have never disappointed. read more

Came in when they ran out of spicy :( food was really good, came out 10 minutes after I ordered. If you go make sure you get the gravy fries!! They're so amazing, crispy on the outside soft in the inside. read more

Pappa Geno's - Sandwiches Near Me - Houston, Texas

I had the Wicked & it was good. It wasn't too spicy and the peppers added flavor. I'm not a Cheese Steak fan, but I would eat this again. In the past I felt Cheese Steaks were missing something. Perhaps it was the peppers & Mayo. The added Mayo tastes better than it sounds. read more

Pappa Geno's - Wicked & a Coke. - Sandwiches Near Me - Houston, Texas

Food is great the females answering the phone are rude ASF especially every time you go in this place! I just get it to go. Some people are just not happy in general ‍‍ read more

Got the #1 on the menu, so good 1st time here and will be coming back again. Never knew of this place till workes on this side of town but this is amazing. My mouth is HAPPY!!! read more

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This place is delicious when you are looking for something different or super hungry! Very good food! Very fattening! Great staff!

Best Philly cheesesteaks in Houston and too hot to eat at first. Fries are fine, but this place is great

I've visited Papa Geno's 10 or 15 times always with excellent service great food at a decent price. Everything I've eaten has been tasty. I usually have one of the cheese steaks but this last visit I tried the #21 half pound philly burger, it was delicious. Be sure to get cheese or other fixins (yes that's a word this is Texas) on your fries. Papa Geno's is one of my favorite lunchtime spots.... read more

I thought I was back on the East Coast. This place has authentic tasting Philly's. I will be back very soon with the entire family.

I'm from PA and this is one place that actually serves a correct Philly cheese steak in Houston. I don't go in for all the add-ons as those aren't Philly cheese steaks. I stick with #1 - the original. Need to dine in as the sandwich will get a bit soggy by the time you make it home. I did get the flu directly after visiting here once and can only attribute it to a sick employee. I'm still giving them 4 stars even after that. Hopefully they will send sick employees home in the future. read more

Very tasty Philly cheesesteak first time here and I will be coming back the picture doesn't do it justice I ordered #4 very good for a quick bite to eat and they have good service and it very clean read more

Pappa Geno's - Sandwiches Near Me - Houston, Texas

The real deal spot for Philly Cheese Steak in Houston! Glad to see they've grown from my nearby Ella location to multiple shops around the city! read more

Probably the best Philly Cheese I've ever had! The sautéed onions are delicious along with the cheese and meat. There are no complaints here, just one tip: don't burn your tongue! read more

Pappa Geno's - Sandwiches Near Me - Houston, Texas

I have a shop much closer, but the Philly cheese steak I got at this location was first rate & encouraged me to try the one in Midtown. Lots of protein & calories for the $$$. Their steaks done in West Philly fashion (chopped finely) were a bit too seasoned for my taste & a minus is a lack of cherry peppers (common problem of cheese steaks outside of the Motherland,) but I thoroughly enjoy mine. Had some decent onion rings in lieu of fries (eating healthy) which were decent. Clean shop, with a busy retro design that looked authentic, like a Howard Johnson's on meth. Right up there with the best in Htown, IMHO. read more

Best cheesesteak in Houston. Not even an argument to be made for anywhere else. Do yourself a favor. On the other hand, avoid the fried sides. read more

Great food and service. Love the Wicked Philly. Note for owners; the Ella location while clean needs some detailed cleaning. All the doors, door frames, kick boards, light switches are black from heavy use from customers touching it. Suggest you provide an alternative means means for customer feed back such as a general email for all locations. Even though I mentioned some constructive feedback, I love the food and will continue to return. Thank you. read more

Pappa Geno's made me realize that I've been eating mediocre Philly cheesesteaks my whole life. My girlfriend got the #1 (the classic Philly cheese steak) and I got the #4 (spicy version of the #1). Both were fantastic and the #4 was the perfect amount of spicy. Not too hot but also not too mild. Highly recommend. read more

Great food go eat best steak sandwich in town I live preset far away but when I want to eat a good Steak sandwichi don't mind the drive

Good quality cheese steaks here. I also dig the fries. Love the spice on these cheese steaks as well

Usually love cheesesteaks but something was off with the taste of the meat they use. Bread was super greasy too. I miss east coast cheesesteak establishments... read more