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    Phillys Cafe

    3.6 (43 reviews)
    InexpensiveDiners, Sandwiches
    Closed • 7:00 am - 5:00 pm

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    PHILLYS CAFE ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for kids
    Good for groups

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    Angelle N.

    If you want a Philly Cheesesteak in New Orleans, this is the place to go. I've been going to this place for years and they never disappoint me. Don't let the appearance of the place deter you, the food is legit. I always get the number 3 which is the surf and turf (Sirlion and Shrimp). Since the pandemic there are no tables or chairs, so be prepared to take your food to go. I recommend calling to place your order. They are fast so you won't have to wait long if you decide to order there. Philly's Cafe is located on Claiborne next to the McDonalds, plenty of parking. Give them a try.

    Surf and turf
    Amber H.

    A true classic !! Hole in the wall type of place with delicious and fresh food. I always order the surf and turf(shrimp and Philly cheesesteak) and am never disappointed! Always made coin to order and prices are pretty decent. If you're in the area, definitely make this one of your stops, even if your not in the area lol. It is well worth it!

    $12.95 for rude service and a meal in the rain
    Matt S.

    No place to park at McDonalds so I decided to try Philly's for a cheese steak. On entering i noticed tue chairs and tables were missing. While ordering the gentleman raised his voice several times. Then he asked for my phone number and asked me to wait outside. That is a last and final visit. Cost $12.85 to eat in the rain.

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    Brittany S.

    I'm from South Jersey/Philly so cheesesteaks are my obsession as I grew up on them. I understand i've had the best of the best but I'm willing to try anywhere that says cheesesteak. The meat was seasoned very well but as it looks to be ground meat, it isn't. It is some sort of different steak cut. Either way, seasoning was good. Traditional cheesesteaks only have onion and cheese on the meat so that's what I got. Bread was the best part. However, as you can see, there isn't much meat on the sandwich. For $6, it was ok but Yinzer's Cheesesteaks and Liberty Cheesesteaks are more so worth it.

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    Kiki B.

    I've been craving a Philly & I went in & got a small size was a bit expensive for that small size. But it's was good! I enjoyed my Philly!

    Rhonda M.

    Good Philly cheesesteak! Kinda reminds of the Philly cheesesteak from the lake forest plaza growing up in the east! I'm not sure if these are the same folks! I ordered 2 cheesesteaks to go and when I arrived I was kinda disappointed that they needed an id to run a debit card thru, even if my husband had the pin??? Friendly customer service but questionable tactics in this certain area??

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    Geneva H.

    Once again New Orleans has disappointed this Philadelphian! The steak was sparse. It more like shredded beef than real cheesesteak. They do service on rolls from philly but they are all smashed. I just didn't enjoy it. It was salty too. The lemonade was great but full of sugar! I was pumped all day. The restaurant was clean and had a steady flow of traffic so people like it but it doesn't taste at all like home. I could see myself coming for breakfast but that's it.

    Suppose to be a surf and turf!

    This is my second time going here the first time was the same thing barely any meat I gave them the benefit of the doubt went back today for lunch and same thing they don't put no meat and you pay almost 12 bucks! Then when You try to call they don't answer and screen your calls! I actually sent them a message and picture of the sandwich nobody responded or said any people at my job been stop ordering from them for this reason I think everyone should know!

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    Amanda S.

    Seems like a pretty popular spot with the locals. I wasn't in the mood for a cheesesteak so I opted for French toast breakfast. It was pretty average, but it satisfied me enough.

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    Tina H.

    Driving down Claiborne, I've always noticed Phillys Cafe but have yet to try it. My boyfriend, a lover of cheesesteaks, was itching to go. We finally went and were pleasantly surprised! The cheesesteaks were delicious! You can get a 7" or a 12" depending on your appetite. The cheesesteaks come dressed with lettuce, tomatoes, mayonnaise, bell peppers, onion, and mushrooms. They also serve breakfast as well as other sandwiches. This place is nothing fancy, but the service is great. If you're craving a cheesesteak, you have to check out Phillys Cafe.

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    If your place is named "Philly's", the cheese on your Cheese Steak should not be cold slices.

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    15 years ago

    Best non-poyboy sandwich in New Orleans, seriously make your way over to this place!

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    4.5(1.1k reviews)
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    Molly's Rise and Shine - Hot chicken in a biscuit

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    4.2(494 reviews)
    1.3 mi•Lower Garden District
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    Biscuits and gravy is my go to breakfast and they were great here. The gravy had a tasty flavor…read morethat was very nice, the biscuits were a bit small and the serving size wasn't huge. I added hash browns and bacon. 4 pieces of bacon in a side order and it was nice and crispy. The hash browns were patty similar to the frozen kind you can buy, not sure if they came in a box frozen or not but they were served nice and crispy. The team were all very friendly and service was great. I probably wouldn't go out of my way for a return visit but wouldn't avoid eating here either

    We went on a Saturday morning around 11am and there was a decent line of people. It was pretty busy…read more(no tables available). The service was good and the staff were friendly. You have to wait in line to order/pay so depending on how difficult the group(s)/people(s) orders are ahead of you, will dictate how fast this process will go. The place is much bigger than I initially expected. There are 2 floors with seating. It would be hard to accommodate a large party but there's plenty of seating. I live the old 80's/90's theme and decor. Such a great throwback. We ordered 2 drip coffees (you get them in a to-go cups but you can get free refills), and the Grand Slam McMuffin. Both were great. Wish the sandwiches were bigger for the price you pay. $11.50 for a breakfast sandwich is pretty steep, but it's the price you pay considering everything is homemade. I would also like to point out that there is a discrepancy on the price of adding an egg. The menu says it's $2 more but we were charged $2.50. They should really update their menu or be upfront about it. Overall a great place to have a great breakfast. * Please note that you're not allowed to have someone save a table while another waits in line to order. You must order first before being allowed to take a table.

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    Full bar
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