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    Phila Deli

    4.4 (146 reviews)
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    Updated 2 weeks ago

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    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Dogs allowed
    Outdoor seating

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    Egg sandwich
    Sarah C.

    I love this little deli on Tierra Verde. I've been coming here for years. I decided to try something new and got an Asiago bagel which was too Asiagoie for me but the customer service is alway great!

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    Michael B.

    This is a great sandwich shop to hit on the way to Fort Desoto to enjoy at the park or on the beach. Then stop on the way back for dessert was very good and the prices are reasonable. Then do not forget the fries..

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    CT W.

    This spot has been on my list for a while. I was down in the area and figured I'd take the opportunity and check it out. The cheese steak sandwich was delicious. The egg rolls were good. But they didn't blow my mind. I would return if I'm down that way.

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    Christy M.

    Chose this place solely on the rave reviews of the Philly Cheesesteak. They were empty. We opted to dine in. Service was good and prompt. I ordered the 12" Philly as I wanted leftovers for the beach tomorrow. The portion was huge and plenty of meat to bun ratio. The bun was amazing and fresh. Personally, I wasn't much of a fan of the flavor or lack thereof. The melted American Cheese just kinda threw the sandwich off. My husband got a Cuban and said it was serviceable. I'll note he's had a couple other Cubans from other places this trip that were amazing. The fresh cut fries were the star of our meals. Superb and thick cut. Onion rings were nice and crispy also. I feel like this place might be going through an identity change and not sure where they will land. They are new owners for about a year and as far as the menu I think they have just kept what the previous owners did well. Not sure but my perception. They have a French bakery attached which has some very nicely prepared treats. Mickael, our server and I believe owner, said he makes them and I think that's where his passion really is. We took a chocolate lava cake and Tiramisu Togo. I just don't think I'd go back for the Philly again. Also, they don't honor any 10% coupon Yelp sometimes offers when you check in. He said they are not affiliated with Yelp in any way and are unsure why their stuff is posted at all.

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    Joshua B.

    I just checked out Phila Deli for lunch out on Tierra Verde. I have been searching for a solid cheese steak in our area, and I definitely found one. I stopped in and placed an order at the counter. I wanted to enjoy this weather, so I chose to take it to go and eat it out front on the picnic tables provided. I ordered my sandwich with onions, hot cherry peppers, and extra cheese. I sat outside and my food was ready shortly thereafter. I took a seat at the picnic tables with a few local construction workers that were also enjoying their cheese steak lunch. First look at my sandwich and it looked really good. The meat to bread ratio was exactly how I liked it. It was super cheesey and the peppers were nicely distributed throughout the meat. My first bite was amazing. It was everything I have been searching for. The meat was seasoned nicely and it was perfectly cheesey. I finished off my sandwich fairly quickly and I was quite content. Overall, I enjoyed my lunch at Phila Deli. It was quick and tasty. The cheese steak was one of the best I have had in our area. Highly recommended.

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    7 months ago

    Delicious, nothing else to say. Food is consistent a d always especially good. I highly recommend.

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    11 months ago

    Stopped in on my way to beach and they recommended the phil cheese steak sandwich. Omg it was amazing I wish I'd taken a picture

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    1 year ago

    Great pace food and service haven't had a bad thing love it heading to ft Desoto stop by for a lunch to or eat in

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    1 year ago

    I am from Philadelphia and I must admit the Philly Cheese Steak was delicious . Keep up the good work.

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    1 year ago

    I love this restaurant. They have delicious gluten free muffins. I also enjoy their Cobb salad. My husband says the Philly beef is awesome

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    1 year ago

    Stopped by for quick lunch. Tuna melt, chicken wings and onion rings. All excellent. Very fast service. Clean and pleasant

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    2 years ago

    Great food. Great service. Panini was delicious. Would return again to try more. Thank you.

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    11 months ago

    amazing food had the Philly and the italian sandwich super good 10 out of 10 the bar tender was super friendly and

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    2 years ago

    Little bit pricey but the food is very good and so is the service. We will be back. Have not dined in yet but we will.

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    1 year ago

    amazing and blessed to have this in my backyard. All staff is great and owner Mike is personable and accommodating.

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    3 years ago

    Great job on the renovations. Clean and modern looking now. Kept all the old favs. Bonus - they now have a bakery!

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    Best subs, cheesesteak is awesome, meatball sub great too. Worth the drive!!! Tiera Verde is beautiful

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