I've spent a lot of time in Philadelphia and have had many cheesesteaks, so I'm well versed on what…read morea good Philly Cheesesteak should taste like. The quality of the steak and the hoagie roll (has to be fresh and from Philadelphia) being of utmost importance. The first time I had a Charley's cheesesteak (Rosemont Outlet mall location), was due to a recommendation from someone. I'm always hesitant about getting cheesesteaks from random places, because they're just not good. I got the chicken cheesesteak and to my surprise, it was tasty. The chicken was seasoned, bread was good and the fries were crispy. On this particular occasion, I visited the Charley's located on 47th street, in the Lake Park Plaza Shopping Center. This is a strip mall location with other eateries and a laundromat. While there's parking, it can sometimes get crowded, and is always filled with cars. Upon entering, there are a few tables, but the space really isn't setup for dining in . On this occasion I ordered the Philly cheesesteak, fries and a peach lemonade. I do suggest ordering on the mobile app to save time. The mobile app also offers coupons and points earned for purchases made. (A few weeks prior I had a free drink on my account for my birthday. I went in store to order, and had to go back and forth with the counter attendant about if the drink was for a lemonade or a milk shake, as I wanted a milk shake. It was for both, but I wanted a milk shake. All of this would've been avoided if I had ordered online. I hate going back and forth with people, which is why I prefer ordering fast food online- so I don't have to deal with people- but I digress). I had ordered online so didn't have much interaction with the counter attendants, on this occasion. However, my interaction with them was pleasant. The cheesesteaks are pretty good, nice serving size with portions that leave you full. I've also ordered boneless chicken wings in the past, and they, too, were tasty. My favorite cheesesteak on the planet is Max's in North Philadelphia. But when in Chicago, Charley's is my go to for a cheesesteak in the city, for the meantime.

This was our Oscar watching main course meal. I am glad they have chicken and veggie options, but…read morewe got beef for both sandwiches. We split the large old School Philly sandwich and a special Kimchi version. I like that they change it up with different flavors. We didn't get any sides or fries with it. The bread is nicely seasoned and toasty, not hard, and the meat and cheese were tasty. We did carryout, they do not have much in the way of dine in. I saw some juices and ice cream, which I will def try when it's warmer out. The staff was professional and friendly. I think there is a tv in there, as it is a 10 or so minute wait for each order. They are in a mini mall so one could wander around, but next time I will order online.

On Sunday 5/3/26 at 06:27 pm I ordered a 3 piece cat fillet dinner. What I got was more like…read more"catfish crackers". The filets were so thin, you could practically see thru them. Not only that, they were way overcooked and hard. The fries were also hard and tasteless. I only order fish and shrimp, but I noticed the quality has declined significantly since opening. Needless to say, I will not return to the Cottage grove location. The 86th and Pulaski location is more consistent and has much better quality, but I live in Bronzeville and don't want to travel that far.

The food quality was far below expectations. The meats tasted low quality and lacked freshness,…read morewhile the vegetables seemed old and poorly prepared. Nothing about the meal stood out in a positive way. For the prices charged, I expected much better ingredients and execution. Unfortunately, I left feeling that this restaurant prioritizes quantity over quality, and I would not return or recommend it.Garbage food

I visited this location again during my lunch. Small Cheval is one of the few places I know that…read morecan do a double cheeseburger lettuce wrap well, and it's delicious and satisfying. I ordered that with a strawberry milkshake because I can. I ordered to go. The person who took my order wee pleasant & judgement free. There wasn't much of a wait, even though I received a buzzer to tell me when my order was ready.

Here's a Yelp-style review that captures that tone:…read more **2 Stars** I know Au Cheval has a reputation, but I left wondering what all the hype was about. For the price, the burger was disappointing. The bun was dry, the patty looked and tasted as if it had some kind of grain or bread filler mixed in, and the pickles were oddly wet and slimy. It also came with the now-obligatory trendy aioli sauce that seems to show up on everything. The fries were fine. The shake was okay. Nothing terrible, but nothing that justified the cost or the wait. To be fair, one of the women working there was genuinely kind and welcoming, which was probably the highlight of the experience. The restaurant was packed, so clearly plenty of people love it. Maybe it's just not for me. Walking out, I found myself wishing I'd skipped the crowd and headed over to Morry's Deli for a corned beef sandwich instead. Better value, less fuss, and probably a meal I'd still be thinking about afterward.

Fresh chicken, speedy service. We visit this restaurant…read moreoften- customer service is great, the dining room is clean.

Excellent customer service. Fairly quick service. The chicken, fish and fries seemed freshly cooked…read moreto order and seasoned well. Nice and crispy. The shrimp seemed to be frozen and then fried (I assumed due to its distinct shape; it looked like the pre-breaded frozen bagged ones you get in the frozen section of the grocery store). Only 1 booth was open for seating, so noticed most people just did to-go orders.

Oh yea, I can totally see why this spot is popular amongst Hyde Park folks! Friendly and helpful…read moreowners when I asked for recs. There's even a community board towards the bathroom, which gives this spot a community-based vibe. It's a quick, casual spot with several tables open for grabs when people leave. I got a traditional everything bagel w cream cheese to start the day, which had the RIGHT amt of cream cheese. Sometimes places give wayy too much, ruining the exp. I also ordered their popular Sumac Chicken sandwich on their Dutch Crunch bread, which was really good!! The bread had a slight sweetness to it that was satisfying and the flavors altogether were soo yummy. I waited ~12 min for my order, since they were rightfully packed. No outside food/drinks allowed if you're grabbing a table to eat. There's WiFi and a restroom in the back. Lots of neighborhood regulars. Bonus points that their food is halal for those w dietary restrictions. Great neighborhood spot!!

We've lived here for 2 years and finally came in! They have a very expansive menu…read more Husband got the chicken parm sandwich. I got the pineapple teriyaki chicken sandwich. Sandwiches are huge. Good quality bread. You order at the register and they call your number. Indoor seating is limited. We will return

Could have been better.... now let me tell you why…read more Ordered the chicken sandwich was very crispy, and tasty. Fries were amazing just like beans and rice. (Chicken is small) Service took way to long to order, had to be like 30 minutes. In the Drive Thru the screen with food which you order on is all cracked and is knocked over. Food is amazing but service is horrible. DO NOT RECOMMEND FOR A QUICK SNACK.

terrible experience, the staff never answer the phone. they always close before 1am. I place an…read moreorder online thru uber eats & they always cancel it or tell the driver they are no longer accepting orders. This has happened frequently and it's not fair .

Such a great neighborhood deli! Great menu and lots of customizations available. I ordered on the…read moreapp for pick up and it was easy. We enjoyed our sandwiches. The sub bread was especially good here. My husband got potato salad with his sandwich but doesn't eat it. Good for me , sorry for him. That potato salad was fantastic! It had a sweetness that surprised me. We need to come more often.

This used to be my "go to" for my corned beef sandwich when I came home. No more. I don't know if…read morethey fell off or if I didn't have such high standards when I was younger. Either way, I no longer look to get my fix from here when visiting home. So sad.

Staff Thomas was so nice. Food was fresh, we went inside and was pleasantly surprised!! I'll def go…read moreback

The service was horrible. They spit in my food and made me wait an hour. I mean it was horrible…read more They have 30 workers in there and they still couldn't get my food ready.

This place! Been looking for a breakfast diner like this for a while. No frills, great food and…read morelots of variety. The counter service is set up like your old school lunchroom cafeteria. Takes me back to grade school. They take your order up front where the chefs cook your food right in front of you. You then take your tray and scoot on over, add beverages and whatever else to your order and at the end of the line - you pay. Everyone was super nice and friendly - gives off that old school diner where everyone is family. Just got a basic breakfast meal that consisted of eggs, sausage, and a side of pancakes. Ordered some bacon on the side. Everything was really good and the sausage was deliciously crisp and had that "snap". The pancakes were soft and fluffy. The price is also very reasonable. Also, they have Barack Obama breakfast specials. So cool as it looks like our former President frequently ate here as he has pictures up on their wall with the workers. I highly recommend and will be back.

If you want to step back to a simpler time where food was made with love and tasted like mom made;…read moreand when cash was king, head to Valois in Chicago! This place is right out of a SNL skit! The food was decent, especially the patty melt. Bring cash, no credit cards accepted!

We had a big event and wanted to provide lunch for our attendees. We decided on Potbelly and made a…read morelarge order online. After our numbers unexpectedly changed and we had a few new requests regarding dietary needs, I called Potbelly to edit the order. I spoke to Monique, a catering manager, who was exceptional! She answered all the questions I had, was able to edit my order more than once to fit our needs (with sufficient time in advance), all while doing so with a helpful and positive attitude. She really went above and beyond. Our lunch was a huge success! Thanks, Monique!

Absolute trash. Ordered the skinny meatball sandwich. The pic speaks for itself. I couldn't…read moreremember why i stopped coming there years ago. Now I remember. They're trash. Their Multi grain bread is good though.