I used to eat here when I was going to college, then when I could once working. I relocated to Dallas TX for 25 years and on every trip home this was an absolute must stop! Now I am back home, and I stop whenever I can. Always a word of mouth advocate whether its locals or people I meet from other states or countries. The shop on the north side is rich with history in the community that frequents this establishment. From celebs to local sports heroes, it is fun to just walk around and look at all the photos. FYI...Big Wheeler is by far and away the best sandwich! Full Stop... Love you guys! read more

Still love the Big Ben. So far out of one sandwich, hubby and I shared it for 1 dinner and 2 lunches. Granted we had smaller servings than most. My grandson, likely would eat all of this delicious sandwich at once. We called in advance to order and because they only take cash and we only had a hundred dollar bill. Can I use it? Yes, I'll take it said the Matt Damon look-alike. I'll take it. Loved seeing him in person as he expertly took orders. Pittsburgh friendly. This is a happy place with great food. You can eat in but many like us call in advance for takeout. And they are open on Monday when most places are closed. Love Peppis read more

Perhaps the best sandwich I've eaten in Pittsburgh! Make your way to Peppi's and bring cash. A fairly simple menu with sandwich options for everyone. I had the cheesesteak and it was delicious with peppers, onions, steak, cheese, lettuce and tomato - the bread is excellent, too! They have indoor and outdoor seating so be sure to ask for directions to the back patio. Don't let the line deter you, it's worth the wait! read more

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cash only reliable staple I have to give it to this place! Reliable, affordable, with warm and fast service. The sub itself was quite simple. My friend and I agreed it could use seasoning, but with some heavy addition of malt vinegar I thought it was a quick remedy. I would recommend giving this place a try for a tasty bite and wonderful service. I personally find that a lot of subs are even better as leftovers, which was definitely the case here! read more

Peppi's - Cheesesteaks Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Peppi's is such a nostalgic place and rarely disappoints! Stepping straight into 1985 pittsburgh, with wooden bench seating and pics of pittsburgh and sports celebrities. Much cleaner than Primanti's!! We decided to go ahead of a pirates game since we were parking in the northside anyway. Everyone working the counter was super kind and friendly and for one of the most casual places ever, they have great service. We got the cajun fries, the big Nate and the New Yorker! Everything was hot fresh and ready fast. Remember it's CASH ONLY!!! read more

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Great food and even greater service. Everyone working seemed to be so happy and enjoyed being there which somehow made the sandwich taste even better? Sandwiches were huge and hearty. Spicy Cajun fries weren't too spicy but definitely had the Cajun flair going on. Highly recommend stopping in and just chatting it up at the service counter. They are a delight! read more

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Dry not good no taste nothing on it good was cold Fries are not seasoned service was slow read more

We came here on Saturday morning. The staff was friendly and helpful in ordering. I got the Italian regular with LTO peppers and banana peppers served hot and with mayo and the oil blend. I also got the combo with the drink and fries. I don't particularly love fresh cut fries but for what they were they were good. The sub was soooooo good. I would get it again for sure. The atmosphere was very old-timey and minimal. We loved it. read more

Peppi's - Italian Regular - Cheesesteaks Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Pittsburgh staple. Delicious sandwiches. Best fries in town with the cheese. Friendly staff. Good environment. Nothing says Pittsburgh more than this restaurant. Will leave you stuffed leaving the establishment. If you are going remember cash only. read more

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Nice to actually go to where the sandwiches is has before are made fresh. All our sandwiches were delicious and the fries and chicken fingers a friend ordered were also good. Service was friendly. It was very hot, but not unbearable. The atmosphere is super casual/cafeteria. They also only accepted cash, which was very strange. read more

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Big shoutout to the crew at Peppis! Stopped in for a steak and cheese sandwich and it did not disappoint. It's hard to find a place that balances great food with such friendly, welcoming service these days. Highly recommend! read more

Always a solid visit. Cash only place but food is always made to order and they have really great nostalgia in the building!

We have been waiting for a Saturday when Pitt was away to go the original... we had #7, #27 the santucci which is like an Italian on steroids (and on the list of must eat PGH sandwiches), cheesesteaks, on of course fresh cut fries...everyone is SO friendly even when they are busy (which coming from restaurant pros is an extremely high compliment)...we love you peppi's! Keep doing you!! read more

Pros: great tasting cheesesteaks and an awesome staff that hooks you up with whatever you need. Come: Cash only, which isn't a problem, but you should know before you go. Quiet location unless there's a Steelers game. Not a ton of health benefits to eating this food, very greasy and fatty read more

Stopped in as I was looking for some local flavor. Read the reviews and didn't want Primanti's tourist trap. Peppi's was excellent. Exactly what I was looking for! Some many options I could have ordered like 5 things. Asked a guy in front of me in line for some recommendations, he mad too many good ones. I ended up order the Italian regular, but you can get an option to get it grilled. Which I absolutely went with! This sandwich was amazing! I'm craving it as I write this. I also ordered a side of fries with cheese wiz. I had too. The counter guys were all friendly, even joked me about the Phillies shirt I was wearing. My group sat outside as it wasn't too hot. If you are in town and want some local, go! Next time I'm in town... I'm there! 5 star service, 5 star selection, 5 star taste. read more

Peppi's - Italian Regular Grilled - Cheesesteaks Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Peppi's is a great hole in the wall Philly Cheesesteak spot. We were driving through Pittsburgh and wanted a quick bite before heading back home. Peppi's was just convenient and has great reviews. We enjoyed the sandwich although there was too much mayonnaise on mine. My husband was thoroughly satisfied and wants to make it a regular stop. No atmosphere but the food was excellent. read more

I read about the Santucci Italian sub and had to give it a shot--even though I went to Peppi's for my beloved cheesesteak.. well, I ordered both for my husband and I so we could try, which is too much food with a big plate of Cajun fries lol. All I can say is WOW. That was the best sub I've ever had. Now I will be torn every time I go there. Peppi's is magical. read more

Great salad for only $10, I feel it's hard to find a salad for this price AND with grilled chicken on it! Peppi's Northside staff does a wonderful job. Every time i've been in there, they're working quickly, yet are still friendly & approachable. All around they do a great job orienting to their customers. This time I got to check out the wall decor and it was so dope to see history of our city, Pittsburgh, that i've never seen before. I'll always recommend Peppi's if you're looking for a solid portioned meal at a reasonable price :) Great job guys read more

Peppi's - Chicken Breast Salad - Cheesesteaks Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Sitting in a comfortable part of N.Side eating the most delicious steak hoagie in Pittsburgh watching Happy People walk by is PRICELESS!! Bravo Peppi's for making an enjoyable time for me& Family read more

Peppi's - Me sitting in car eating and enjoying scenery - Cheesesteaks Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Live this little stop when we travel! Great pizza, great atmosphere overall. Clean and friendly service. Bathrooms are clean too

Peppi's is one of my favorite sub shops. The consistency is always spot on & service is always fast. I have never dined in, only takeout, but my orders are always done super quick, even during busy lunch times. They are cash only but have an ATM onsite. The Roethlisburger & South Philly are mine and my fiancé's favorites, but you can't go wrong with anything on the menu. The Roethlisburger is so, so good - sausage & beef patty with a fried egg and cheese (and LTO, of course). The South Philly is an awesome cheesesteak with melted American cheese & grilled onions. You can get everything with or without LTO, your choice. Overall, love Peppi's and totally understand why it's such a popular spot on the North Side! read more

Peppi's - Roethlis"burger" - Cheesesteaks Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

This place has great subs and fries. I've eaten here a couple times and it's always good food and service. I went to the one on the Nside. Their pizza is decent too. One of those hometown spots I enjoy. read more

Continues to hit on quality each time. Got the steak with onions, mushroom, and egg with a side of onion rings and horseradish this time. I love rotating through the steak variants and the santucci Italian. Very yinzer vibe every time. Not sure why I think of billy gardell every time. Quick service and friendly... read more

Peppi's - Steak and sausage w/ peppers onions mushrooms fries - Cheesesteaks Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

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The sausage/steak sub is amazing! The combo works so well together. The fries are always fresh and hot. Love this place!

I will choose peppis every time they never do wrong and the food is always fresh and delicious on top of the customer service which is great especially in a high volume place they always keep Their cool. read more

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Very friendly service, quick and efficient, family owned feeling. Definitely recommend trying any of their sandwiches!

Always good sandwich's!!! YUM!!! The service is a hit or miss on friendliness just depends on who is working I guess.

I Always get the New Yorker which is a cheesesteak with bacon. It never disappoints, this is by far my favorite local place to get a cheesesteak. Only con is it's a cash only establishment. read more

Peppi's - The New Yorker - Cheesesteaks Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

A gritty Pittsburgh classic. While waiting for a local brewery to open I walked down to Peppi's to grab a couple subs for home. It's definitely an old school place. No frills, honest people. I was greeted quickly ordered my subs and only had a short wait. Despite me walking in minutes before closing on New Years Eve the staff was still friendly and worked quickly. I was impressed by one folks working the counter. As I stood and waited for my subs I watched two customers come up asking for a to go container for their sandwiches. The man working the counter greeted them, asked if they enjoyed their food and then offered to wrap their food for them to go. He seemed to really care about their answer and not just ask out of habit. I made numerous stops on my way home, but the subs were still delicious. We all enjoyed them a lot. read more

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All our sandwiches were way too dry. We got the big Philly and small Philly and the pepper only Philly. We had to add mayo. Sad given all the great reviews. Not going back. read more

Peppi's - Cheesesteaks Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

The Sicilian is the best sandwich I have ever eaten. Very nice staff. Recommend to all.

Hoagies are really good, pretty big too Home of the Roethlisberger high is very good and huge read more

Local #pittsburgh subs since '83 Ordering and service were quick. Food was delicious. Santucci Ultra cheese steak Steak salad Hand cut fries read more

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Have to do Peppi's if you're ever in Pittsburgh. Food is insanely delicious in a prototypical Pittsburgh setting.

The first place I go when I return to pgh.the big wheeler is always a hit ... Didn't get fries this time but the 2000 hoagie I've had at this places have always been delicious read more

Peppi's - The big wheeler - Cheesesteaks Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Great cheesesteaks! Don't tell Lou this is my new go to location. Western Ave. gives the strip location a good run for the same great subs! read more

The food was amazing! I came all the way from California to watch the Steelers vs chargers game. ( I'm a Steelers fan). And while here in Pittsburg I decided to try out the "roethlis burger" in honor of Big Ben. The second I took a bite it blew me away. It was the best sub I have ever had in my life. The service was also amazing. I like how they packaged the food you don't finish. I will definitely be back next year for a sub and Steelers game. I love Pittsburg! read more

Peppi's - Pittsburgher - Cheesesteaks Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

I ordered the Philly Cheesesteak at Peppi's and was disappointed. I received bread that had a very thin layer of Mayo, cheese, and small shreds of meat mixed in. Almost like a " spread ".For the price, it should have been way fuller. Will not return. read more

I had Sausage and peppers, and she had cheesesteak hoagie. Bread was delicious, meat's and toppings good, but they don't give you much meat. Very thin subs. Noticeable. read more

Solid choice for takeout. Reasonable prices, large portions, fresh food, and the people that work here are super nice. I ordered a veggie salad but asked for some grilled mushrooms onions and peppers, I was so happy with my lunch! Would order again. read more

Peppi's - Cheesesteaks Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania