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Still love the Big Ben. So far out of one sandwich, hubby and I shared it for 1 dinner and 2…read morelunches. 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

This place was slinging the subs here it is a good cold Italian sub just needs tastier dressing is…read moreall. Good sub though needs some tart sub dressing we were from out of town only got to try it once they did have many things on the menu I would like to try if we get back that way

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Rudy Martino Original House of Submarines

4.3(26 reviews)

5.4 mi

I have been going to Rudy's since 1959 when he opened his pizza shop…read more His Hoagies was always the best.His daughters run it now and they are keeping up the tradition. Mike Bazzone

The subs are absolutely tremendous. Huge is an understatement and they taste terrific! The service…read moreis really super friendly and efficient. Just a really great place.

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My brother digging in to a Mushroom Cheesesteak like it's his last!

Rudy Martino Original House of Submarines

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Primanti Bros. Restaurant and Bar

3.6(1.9k reviews)

0.0 mi•Strip District

Wow! What a great sandwich!…read more My wife and I visited Pittsburgh for the first time on July 30th, 2026. This is gonna sound crazy, but we stopped in for a sandwich at 9:00 a.m.!!! They've been around since 1933 and when you walk in you can feel the history. The walls are covered with painted caricatures of famous locals. This place is an institution. My wife and I sat at the counter and ordered a roast beef sandwich. All sandwiches come topped with tomatoes, coleslaw, and french fries. Yes, you read that correctly, they pile fresh cut fries onto all their sandwiches! The sandwich was massive and delicious! We are so happy we sought this place out and you will be too! Seek it out!

I was excited to try this famous Pittsburgh sandwich spot, but unfortunately, the overall…read moreexperience fell a little short--mainly because of the service. There was no line when we arrived, yet the wait for our food was surprisingly long, and service throughout the meal wasn't particularly attentive. I ordered the pastrami and cheese, and, the sandwich itself was excellent. The pastrami was moist and flavorful, and the coleslaw was easily another highlight--fresh, crisp, and really good. The fries, however, were a bit soggy and didn't do much for me. I was also surprised to find a piece of plastic wrap in my sandwich, which was definitely concerning. Also the sandwich is so loaded that it quickly soaks through the parchment paper. A tray or plate would make the experience much less messy. Glad I got to try such an iconic Pittsburgh spot, and the pastrami lived up to the hype, but the service and a few details kept it from being the experience I was hoping for.

The grill and the man with a plan.

Pastrami & Cheese & Pitts-Burger & Cheese

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Been there for a while!

Capriotti's Sandwich Shop

4.2(84 reviews)

17.1 mi

First time ordering from here, I placed a mobile order via the app…read more The lettuce, tomato, and mayo that were selected on my order and clearly listed on the receipt unfortunately never made it onto the sandwich. Disappointing and a bad first impression if I do say so myself.

This was a good sub but not a great sub. The flavors were yummy on both the hot Italian and the…read morechipotle chicken crunch. Bonus for signing up on the app and getting a free 8 inch! As for the Italian, it seemed a bit skimpy on the meat serving. And there were caramelized onions on half of the sandwhich that we didn't order? So that was odd but it tasted good! I especially liked the oregano and the oil/dressing! The chipotle chicken was a cheesesteak style sandwich with chicken, could've used some more flavor and was a bit dry. Not a bad experience but not one I'd go out of the way for based off this experience alone. The employees seemed nice but a bit frazzled- there was only handful of people in the store if that, but seemed as though they had some larger and multiple online orders. Inside it's a pretty simple sub shop with concrete floors and plenty of tables. The floor was extremely sticky and the bathrooms were not dirty but unorganized.

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Triangle Bar & Grill

4.2(228 reviews)

5.6 mi

Great place to get a hoagie!…read more I always order through GrubHub and the sandwich is always amazing. Classic Pittsburgh staple and 'must visit' for anyone new to or touring Pittsburgh.

Triangle Bar & Grill was an okay experience for me. A few of my patients kept telling me I had to…read morecome try it and were raving about the sandwiches and how big they are, so I decided to stop by for lunch one day and finally check it out. I will say, I was a little underwhelmed based on how much hype I heard, but that could honestly just be because of what I ordered. I ended up getting a cheesesteak, and coming from being used to Philly cheesesteaks, I think I had pretty high expectations that just were not met here. That being said, it was still fine, and I am glad I got to try it. The service was nice and quick, which I appreciated. I definitely plan on going back to try one of their more famous sandwiches so I can give it another shot and hopefully change my outlook. I am not counting them out just yet.

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Uncle Sam's Sandwich Bar

3.9(174 reviews)

10.2 mi

Wanted to try one more local favorite before heading back to Orlando, and Uncle Sam's Subs was a…read moregreat choice. If you love a good sandwich, this place delivers. It has a fun mix of Philly sandwich shop energy with Pittsburgh hometown vibes. The menu is big, the fries were really good, and the sub-style sandwiches are loaded and filling. I went with the Buffalo Chicken Sandwich, while others ordered the Ultra Uncle Sam's Special. Portions were huge, so leftovers are definitely a bonus. They also have cheese sauce and ranch for the fries plus classic Coke products to wash it all down. Casual diner feel, big portions, and solid food. Easy spot to recommend if you're in Pittsburgh and craving a hearty sandwich.

This place is awesome! The vibes are great! I love the diner esthetic! The food is amazing and…read morethe prices are decent! If your a fan of old diner charm, good food set at reasonable prices then don't miss out! P.S. - Just make sure to eat in the diner so the fries are included with your meal. If you use take out you'll get charged extra for fries.

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Special-Italian submarine sandwich and fries with cheese

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Streets On Carson

4.5(177 reviews)

1.5 mi•South Side

Absolutely incredible. Wonderful service, welcoming from the moment we walked in, friendly, and…read morequick with anything we needed. We came at a less busy time, but we were pleased. I must say, these were the best wings I've had in a long time. I tried the garlic parm wings, hubby tried the Sweet Matty Ray's. both were absolutely delicious. we also got a thing of fries to share, which was big for us and we ended up taking some home! I'd recommend this place to anyone looking for good wings on the South Side. Atmosphere was also cool, graffiti benches and local art everywhere is such a nice touch. 10/10

I came here with my meat-adverse darling bestie and we enjoyed all manner of vegan food. The…read moreserver kept us very entertained with stories of her experience being someone who rides a motorcycle in Pittsburgh. The ambiance in this place is awesome. Food came out quickly and satisfied.

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Pittsburgh Sandwich Society

4.1(32 reviews)

2.2 mi

Hey friends! I wanted something with a Pittsburgh stamp on it before I headed home. A Yelp search…read moreled me here to this eclectic spot with delicious food. Pittsburgh Sandwich Society runs a kitchen out of Strange Roots Experiential Ale which is a small locally-owned distillery. Once you enter, you'll scan a QR code to order online. Don't waste time like me waiting for a server lol. I ordered the In-An-Aht burger which features spring mix, their society sauce, American cheese and tomato. The burger was SO GOOD. All the ingredients had the perfect portions and came together beautifully. It was a perfect medium-well cook. The fries are hand cut and delicious. My only distaste was that fries were veryyyyy salty. +Customer service was amazing! +Limited Free Parking out front and in a nearby alley. +Plenty of tables for dine-in +Free boardgames to play +Beautiful patio with plenty seating I'm excited to return for the patio in the summer when I return to PA. I hope you enjoy!

Been a while since I've been to Pittsburgh sandwich Society due to me moving. Ive always enjoyed…read moretheir burgers and chicken sandwiches. However I had to come down for the fish sandwich. They don't open until 4, but you can place orders online hours before then. Picked up food around 4:20. By time we got home, the fish maintained its crispness. I was actually quite impressed with how well it was prepared. Nice and flaky but didn't fall apart. The bun it comes on is well proportion with the fish. The only thing I could've went without, was the macaroni salad topped on the fish. However, the food here never disappoints. I'll be back.

PGH Cheesesteak with fries PGH Hot Chicken

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Simply Subs

4.6(50 reviews)

10.3 mi

Modern convenience of online ordering/customization with the simplicity and ease of a takeout…read morewindow sub shop!! Genuinely not two things that generally go together but man... it makes it convenient for a quick lunch stop during a busy day! The online ordering makes it simple and easy to plan ahead and to customize as much as you like without any pressure. I ordered: - Chicken Cheesesteak with customized grilled onions, grilled mushrooms, grilled peppers, and mayo - the sub was packed with toppings and meat! The grilled veggies were fresh and succulent. The meat was flavorful ribeye and very high quality - Onion Rings - who can pass up a side of onion rings and this side was no joke! Enough to feed 2-3 people and piping hot even after pickup The store has no inside just a takeout window and the staff is on top of it. The building is whimsically decorated with lore of past days but all kept up well! The parking lot has plenty of space. I'll be back!!!

Good stuff. Went with a cheesesteak hoagie loaded up with peppers, onions, lettuce, tomato, etc…read more Bread was good. Could have used a bit of salt on the steak but that's my only critique. Price was great too, huge sub for only $13. Will be back soon to try their other options.

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Spak Brothers Pizza and More

4.2(364 reviews)

2.5 mi•Garfield

We came here for the Philly Cheesesteak as I had read many reviews. We decided to order a Philly…read moreCheesesteak and an Italian Meats Calzone. I was not a fan of the Philly Cheesesteak, they toast the bread, which was OK, but the meat seemed salty and scarce. I would not order the Cheesesteak again. The Calzone was fantastic, maybe the best Calzone I've had. They put ricotta cheese in the calzone and it was delicious. Service is great and we ate down the street at a brewery. We will be back; definitely a Calzone and, probably, a pizza.

Order your meal and walk down down Two Frays Brewery to get a table and some drinks. Great setup!…read more Their calzones are so delicious! They put ricotta and mozzarella with the meats for their Italian version. I could eat the entire calzone in one sitting. But we also ordered a Philly Cheesesteak sandwich. The Philly Cheesesteak is underwhelming. The bread is dry. The meat and cheese tasted reheated and sparse. Was hoping for a fresh sandwich. I would order the calzone again and try a pizza next time. It's the best calzone I've had in decades from many states.

Brought spak to two frays. So good!

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Brandon S.

Elite 19

133

134

3 years ago

I was riding around downtown and the Strip District when I stumbled upon Peppi's. It's one of those places that's easy to walk by without realizing what you're missing out on. The service was fast and friendly, even with their extensive menu. The ingredients are super fresh - loved the lettuce and tomatoes! Fries tasted like they were fresh-cut, and the portions are huge. Drinks were good, and the place was pretty clean. They'll wrap your leftovers, too. Don't let the modest exterior fool you; Peppi's is worth the visit. 5/5 - definitely coming back! read more

Jenna B.

10 years ago

I come to this location often, I'm always greeted by the nice friendly staff! This particular day I've been having on those days so the last thing I wanted to do was make small talk. I had ordered my Sammy and fries and was told to sit and they would bring my order out to me. by the time I left was in high spirits because they took the time to talk and get my normally confusing order out, hot and perfect! I highly recommend coming back to this location!!! read more

Jenna L.

3 years ago

Peppis is a classic, what else needs to be said? Always a good solid hoagie. Sometimes a topping is left off or something is off but they're always slammed so it's a pass if I don't always get my hot pepper. Staff is always funny when you go in. read more

Susan J.

9 years ago

The sandwiches here are very good. The food is always fresh and the service is amazing. I really enjoy coming in here on my lunch break!

Rory B.

188

10 years ago

Wait time was horrible! We sat for 30 minutes and never saw our food. Food may have been good, but we'll never know.

lee m.

432

1103

1 year ago

Get the Rothlisberger!! Can't wait to get back to Pittsburgh to try again. Will probably try the other location. read more

Nicky B.

10 years ago

Went there about a month ago and they had an awesome lunch special it came to $8.00 but was deff worth it !

Josh H.

6 years ago

Horrible attitudes, don't even try this place. God awful. How do they stay open. What a joke of a business.

Denise W.

10 years ago

Best hoagie I've ever had ! Service was fast and server was nice. Definitely will be coming back

Mingxin W.

Elite 21

161

210

10 years ago

All I can say is they have the best cheesesteak that I've every had. I only get them here.

Erik R.

13 years ago

Roethlisberger w/ bacon and pepper relish.

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