Schmidt's Sausage Shop has been doing this since 1961, and let me tell you--they've mastered the…read moreart of sausage. We stopped in for lunch and went straight for their grilled footlong hot dog with fresh-cut fries, plus a pack of snack sticks from the butcher shop. Calling it a "hot dog" doesn't do it justice--this thing is a perfectly spiced, seasoned sausage, and it's enormous. It comes tucked into a super soft, fluffy roll, and we topped ours with Schmidt's homemade sauerkraut and mustard. Watching (and smelling) it sizzle on the flat-top grill right in front of us made the whole experience even better. The fresh-cut fries were spot on--especially with plenty of malt vinegar available (thank you, Schmidt's!). The whole meal could easily satisfy two hungry adults. Beyond lunch, Schmidt's has so much to offer--Wednesday Night Dinners with homestyle favorites, Friday & Saturday lunch specials (like their signature footlong sausage sandwich, brisket, smash burgers, and more), and of course their incredible butcher shop with sausages, bacon, sauerkraut, and seasonal treats. PRO TIP: Don't just wander in and hope for the best. Schmidt's keeps things interesting with their Wednesday Night Dinners and Friday & Saturday Lunch Specials, but the only way to know what's cooking is to stalk their Facebook page... unless you like living dangerously and showing up to be surprised. Either way, you're winning! This isn't just a place to stop if you're nearby--it's a weekend lunchtime destination worth planning around. Schmidt's has earned a permanent spot on my go-to list!

Coming to Schmidt's is always a treat. Maybe that's because I've lived so far away from it for so…read morelong. My family lives nearby and now that we're within an hours drive we get to shop here more. The sausage here is DELICIOUS. In recently purchased several sealed packs of Holiday Blend while they are available as well as sauerkraut, some stuffed cabbages rolls and some sweet sausage. I happened to stop by the day after Thanksgiving which is the only time I've been there that I was the only customer in the store. This place gets very busy most days but the lines move quickly. I was waited on promptly. I may add that the store is clean. They also sell bacon and a variety of dried sausages and snack sticks. All food items are made there except for so local baked goods they carry for sale.

I love the cheesesteak here- it is the best one I've ever had! Obviously, the food here is 5 Stars!…read more The service is really good, and I like the girl who works at the cash register. Instead of a Phillies hat, she wears a hat that represents a different MLB team. I wish I knew her name so that I could shout her out in a good way. (: :) The place smells so good! It has a bunch of tables, and you can see them cooking the food!

Not quite five stars anymore 13 years later, but still a solid choice for a downtown weekday lunch…read morecheesesteak, chicken cheesesteak, or salad. Today was good, but the fries were undercooked. Last time I was here a few months ago, the cheesesteak tasted like all of the grill drippings were in the middle of the sandwich and it was horrible. I did let the owner and staff know about it today and that was the reason I haven't been here in a long time. I'm going to start coming here more often and give them a chance to earn that coveted fifth star.

By far the best cheese steak we have ever eaten. We are from the Baltimore area and have had…read morehundreds of cheese steaks before. Some were great, some good and others should have never been called cheese steak subs. We moved to PA a few years back and have explored our community for the best places to eat. It was one day about 3 months ago, my wife and me had a hankering for a really good cheese steak sub. We punched in the request in our GPS and several places displayed upon the screen. After a quick check on reviews of the various locations, we settled on South Philly Hogies. Although the trip was 18 minutes away at 23 miles, off we went to try this establishment. We both ordered the California Cheese Steak and fries. We drove home and I can tell you by far this was the best Cheese Steak we had ever eaten. The bread it is served on is so soft and fresh and they have no issues with making it your way. I would be remiss if I didn't make mention that the staff are always nice and friendly. The quality and quantity that you get with your order almost seems impossible these days. We were so pleased that every time a family visits us here in PA, South Philly Hogies will always get a stop from us. We enjoyed every bite and discovered that we like it so much that as soon as we receive our food, we travel to the shopping mall and eat on the lot. We never make it home now with our food. All you hear in the car is lips smacking and people saying "um, um , um" I must also report that they are truly wonderful with regard to prices. I have paid upwards of almost $30.00 for the food we ordered from other establishments and the food was not that great at all. Not wishing to see price increased at this location but I would gladly pay a little more because they are that good. Thank you guys for doing such a great job with your service and your food. We will see you again as you are now on our once every 2 week visit list. For ever! Mr. & Mrs. Green

First time here. It's a nice little place that you can easily miss next to other store fronts in a…read moreneighborhood. There is a small but nice seating area. The host/cashier was very nice as was the cook who spoke to us briefly. Food: most of it was a 5 except the free bread. We had the Ziti, garlic bread and chillies sauce, and some sort of seafood special. Pricing wise 5/5 Overall, id say 4.75/5.

We came here for my annual birthday dinner and to check out their new location. The new location is…read moredefinitely reminiscent of the old location with a lot of the same decor and color palette. The food is still very good, but I must admit it was kind of an off night for the staff in service. As much as it pains me to say my normal order was a little off as well. I really couldn't put my finger on it, but it was like the lasagna was dry or chewy. It was still delicious with the meat sauce and my husband enjoyed his Bulgogi mac & cheese. I hope that we don't have to wait a whole another year to get this place another try.

This is a hidden gem in the Steelton area. I've had subs from everywhere else around town, and…read morehands down, these guys make some of if not the best subs in town. The cheese steak was addictingly delicious. Real beef, not steak-umms. Plenty of caramelized onions and Whiz. I couldn't stop eating it. I wanted to save half, but that didn't happen. Plenty of seating for dine in if needed, with a tv. The Mrs had the salad with tuna salad. What a huge serving! Plenty of greens and enough tuna salad for 2 light lunches or one hearty one. They close early unfortunately, so get them before they close. I'll definitely be back many more times, as there are many more subs to try, if I don't get another cheese steak. I highly recommend this place. Seriously, try a cheese steak, you won't be disappointed.

Mr. R's is one of my favorite places to stop for lunch or to pick something up before they close to…read morehave for dinner that night. They have exceptional customer service. Their top shelf Italian sub is delicious. Great quality meats/cheeses and their sub rolls are always so fresh. I can't wait to continue to try different menu items that they have to offer!

I have been coming to Bells for 50 years. Great meats at great prices. One cannot beat their smoked…read moremeats,especially the bacon and hams. Most friendly service anywhere

Great butcher good quality of meats and cheese. Love the smoked pork chops…read more Reasonable prices and friendly ppl

While scrolling social media one evening, I stumbled across a heated debate about who makes the…read morebest peanut butter pie in Central PA. This conversation was clearly MADE for me. As someone who takes peanut butter desserts perhaps a little more seriously than the average human being, I immediately started making a list of the top contenders. Oak Grove Farms kept popping up, so when I found myself with a free rainy Saturday afternoon, it became time for an official Peanut Butter Pie Procurement Mission. Now, Oak Grove Farms offers way more than peanut butter pie. Their farm market is stocked with fresh produce, baked goods, meats, dairy products, locally made items and all kinds of other goodies. But this particular Yelp review? This mission? Laser-focused on peanut butter pie. Before leaving home, I called to make sure I wouldn't drive over only to discover they'd sold out. The nice lady who answered the phone happily confirmed they still had peanut butter pie available. Mission status: ON! When I arrived, I was actually surprised by how busy the farm market was despite the rainy weather. Apparently a little rain isn't enough to keep folks away from Oak Grove, which is always a good sign. I walked straight inside and made an immediate beeline for the refrigerated pie case. There were only two individual slices of peanut butter pie left, so I grabbed one before anyone else could beat me to it. They also had half and whole pies available, but let's try to exercise at least a little self-control on the first visit. The damage? A whopping $2.49 for a slice of peanut butter pie. I actually laughed. That's almost suspiciously affordable these days. As I was heading toward the register, I made the mistake of walking past the whoopie pies. Or perhaps the best decision of the day. Five minutes later, I was walking out with not only my peanut butter pie but also a Shoofly Whoopie Pie for another $2.50. My picnic dessert situation had officially escalated. Fast forward a few hours...dinner was over. It was dessert time. The peanut butter pie absolutely lived up to the hype! The filling was light and fluffy while still delivering a rich peanut butter flavor in every bite. I'm usually not the biggest fan of chocolate cookie crusts on peanut butter pie because I think they sometimes overpower the filling, but this one worked beautifully. Even the little dollops of whipped topping around the edge added just the right finishing touch. This one has officially earned a spot near the top of my Central PA peanut butter pie rankings! And then...the Shoofly Whoopie Pie. I honestly bought it because I'd never seen one before and curiosity got the better of me. And, I'm really glad it did! It was incredibly moist with a rich molasses flavor that came through beautifully without being overwhelming. It was unlike any whoopie pie I've had before, and easily one of my favorite varieties I've tried in quite a while. Mission accomplished! While Oak Grove Farms is clearly much more than just a destination for desserts, this peanut butter pie expedition was an overwhelming success. Next time I'll spend more time exploring everything else the market has to offer. But let's be honest...I'll probably leave with another slice o

Wonderful farmer's market that has fresh produce and meats. Wonderful nursery area too. Plenty of…read more items to choose from. Premade meals are also always good. They had the best local Peaches this year (:

Charming market with tons of vendors! I enjoyed Lil's Pretzels - the breakfast pretzel log was soft…read moreand the filling was flavorful. I recommend getting fresh pretzels here! I wish I had more time to try other vendors. I also wish there were more seats and tables inside. I highly recommend Broad Street Market for a nice outing or for some delicious food.

Go here (Lil's Pretzels) immediately for the best pretzel I've ever had in my entire life- warm,…read moresalty, and oh so buttery. It melts in your mouth. Highly recommend! The line was a little long on a Saturday afternoon but worth the wait. Everyone in my family agrees with the assessment that this pretzel is top notch. Located in the tent next to the market.