Judging this for what it is. A delicious messy steak sub. There are other things on the menu but, the steak sub is why you come here. The actual place has no real dining area. Just some benches and garbage receptacles. Don't let the inside appearance deter you from eating here though!! This sub was worth it to me. They have their own unique sauce that has a little sweetness to it. I ordered mine with onions, mushrooms and, mild peppers. Next time I will try it with hot peppers instead. I think that will cut the sweetness of their special sauce to perfectly balanced level. I ordered an 8" with fries and it was under $15. I think that is a good deal by today's standards. This sub is FULL of chopped steak. From end to end of the bun and filled to the point of almost overflowing. When you take a bite make sure you have the double foil it's wrapped in under you for the steak and juice that will definitely fall out to catch it. It's so messy that I kept the inner foil wrapped around sub because it was already messy and I used the outer foil as a way to hold it without getting hands all messy. Fries were nothing special. They come unsalted. Without asking the bag had napkins, ketchup packs and salt packs. That's it. Cash only. No frills. Great steak sub. read more

Shy's Original Steakhouse - Cheesesteaks Near Me - Buffalo, New York

Have mercy this place has me weak in the knees. Hands down the best steak sub of my life. I'm addicted which is bad because I'm supposed to be making better life choices with my food. I will easily welcome becoming 600lbs for this place. Ordering by phone was a breeze and the man was very friendly. read more

Definitely a hidden Buffalo classic,if you know, you know... I grew up eating here and it always hits. Get the Philly cheesesteak. read more

The store is always busy because they are so good! I order on the phone before coming in. They only take cash. It's not much of a dine-in type of restaurant. The food is delicious though! Chicken hoagies are sooo good and saucy. The chicken on fries is my favorite, I always get extra peppers! I loveee their sauce. read more

Buffalo (East Side) take on the classic Philly cheesesteak - and it's OUTSTANDING! Not SHY (HA!) with the meat at this hole in the wall takeout place. Didn't phone ahead (like most of the customers had on this busy Friday afternoon), but it was just a short wait. HIGHLY Recommend! [Note: Like most Buffalo area cheesesteaks, it comes with a tasty sauce. If you want it authentic Philly style, just ask for your hoagie without it.] read more

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Don't expect too much from this place in terms of ambiance or location, but I'll tell you what- this is the most delicious steak sub you will ever eat in your entire life. The service is great and everyone is always friendly. The prices are just right and this sun is LOADED. You will be messy after this meal! 5/5 all day read more

Shy's Original Steakhouse - Menu 7/1/23 - Cheesesteaks Near Me - Buffalo, New York

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Just arrived in Buffalo and I had an hour to kill and I was hungry so I fired up Yelp and Shy's Original Steakhouse popped up. Boy was I glad it did. First things first--Shy's is a hole-in-the-wall, almost literally. You walk in and there are no tables; just a seated waiting area. You order from a small counter and then wait, but man, is it worth it. I was handed a white bag with a tightly wrapped steak hoagie nestled inside. If you want a drink to go with, you get it yourself out of a vending machine. The steak hoagie was fabulous. Shy's style is more minced than chopped, so the peppers, mushrooms and onions are fully incorporated into the meaty, cheesy mass on the roll. The roll itself was fresh and slightly toasted--just perfect. For a hungry person, this totally hit the spot. If I had been hungover, it would have been heaven and I'd be napping right now. NOTE: Shy's only takes cash but there is an ATM on premises. Six minute ride from downtown Buffalo, and we'll worth it! read more

Nobody likes to be compared to someone else. But at times you have no choice. Shy's is very similar to Scotty's, if you know then you know. So don't hesitate to come down and get yourself a great sub. Be mindful, they may not answer the phone. If you have some time, you may find it easier to just come on down and order. read more

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Shys is still the best steak sub in my opinion,but the wait time and not answering the phone is not a good look. I waited over an hour for food in person because I couldn't get through the phone line. read more

Shy's Original Steakhouse - Steak and sausage - Cheesesteaks Near Me - Buffalo, New York

Steak hoagie was on-point. Reminds me quite a bit of the former Original Steakhouse (on E Delevan) - right down to the smell, taste, and foil wrap presentation. Highly recommended! read more

Shy's Original Steakhouse - 8" steak hoagie - Cheesesteaks Near Me - Buffalo, New York

My brother made a trip home and grabbed a steak hoagie from here. I had half of the hoagie and it was really good. It hit the spot since I haven't had one in so long. There was plenty of meat on the hoagie and it was seasoned well. The steak sauce was almost a little too sweet, but it didn't stop me from devouring it. I can't wait to try another one, hopefully soon. read more

As a foodie I am always searching for a good restaurant to eat at when I travel. I found this spot on yelp and decided to hit them up on my way to the airport. It's a very small restaurant or carryout. The cashier was really friendly and answered all of my questions. I ordered a steak and cheese sub....AMAZING! It was so good! read more

Spending time in Buffalo seeing family. We decided to get steak subs from a Black business instead of the same old from that other place. Shy's was excellent! We ordered two large steak hoagies, one with mild and one with hot peppers. Delicious! Hot fresh and full of good meat, cheese and onions. Wished we got both with the hot peppers, it was sooooo good! I also got the chicken fingers with fries. Fresh, hot and crispy! And the lady serving us at the counter was so sweet and friendly! Loved her! We will definitely recommend everybody come here for steak subs! My Buffalonian Fam says this takes them back to the subs they used to get from Scotties back in the day! read more

Shy's Original Steakhouse - 12 inch Steak hoagie. - Cheesesteaks Near Me - Buffalo, New York

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We were reading an article in the buffalo news today about best places to get a steak sandwich and we decided to get a steak sandwich from Shy's. The steak sandwich was very good and I thought better then Jim's Steakout. They use a sauce similar to Jim's but I thought Shy's was better. We will go back soon to try other subs from shy's. Friendly staff as well. If you want other options besides Jim's try Shy's read more

Shy's Original Steakhouse - Steak sandwich with mushrooms - Cheesesteaks Near Me - Buffalo, New York

This food is so good it makes me wanna buy out there whole supplies and one of there chefs. there food is a work of goodness and one of there chefs David I believe his name was. needs a raise because omg he Was amazing at cooking my steak sub! and the wait was not long. i don't live in buffalo any more but this food made me wanna buy a whole house and stay down there for longer. if u are in buffalo don't walk. run down to shys original steakhouse and get some of that good steak sub!! read more

Outstanding steak sandwich. Best in Western New York, bar none. Fresh cooked while you sit and wait about 20-minutes. It's a former bank branch and it has total ambiance, if you love being in the neighborhood like I do. (Around the corner from the Broadway Market.) You watch the cooking and the whole process is a Health Department gold star for food handling. The mouth watering sandwich flavor can not be described and the bun is so fresh, yet sturdy enough to hold the beef juices without getting soggy and uneatable. I come from Chautauqua, a 90 minute drive. Totally worth it! read more

This steakhouse has never failed me. it has the best steak subs around Buffalo. And don't get me started on the customer service it's outstanding The food has my mouth watering if ur in Buffalo u have to try it read more

We go here every year all the way from Atlanta. The subs are top notch. Highly recommend. read more

I'm exploring the surrounding areas of Niagara Falls and decided to check out Buffalo. On my expedition, we ran into Shy's Downtown Steak Shop. We ordered two steak sandwiches. Hot and delicious!!! Seasoned just right! Bread is so soft! Just a good sandwich! So good that we went to Seneca Casino to eat them and two passer-bys asked "where did you get those sandwiches from???" That is how good they look...and taste! Beware of a couple of things: 1) CASH ONLY, 2) In the heart of urban Buffalo (ghetto), 3) Take out only, 4) Slow (thank God they show movies on a mounted tv while you wait!) Nonetheless, remember one thing, they are NOT Shy with the meat (get it?). read more

Shy's Original Steakhouse - A very good steak hoagie. The pic makes me hungry. - Cheesesteaks Near Me - Buffalo, New York

I have bad news for you boys. Well most of you. Whoever it was that said Shy's Doesn't Matter, lied to you. SHY'S MATTERS. This place is the proof. What to order: Cheesesteak with everything, of course. When I'm over here on the East Side getting one (so to speak), all the locals think I'm a spy, because I've got Bette Davis Shy's. Some restaurants have very shy employees, and some are "Shy"er than others. But none are as shy as the employees of Shy's. They are absolutely, definitely, positively, undeniably, irrebukably, "Shy"er than any other restaurant employees in town. Did I just invent the word irrebukably? Jesus. This is in what suburbanites would call a sketchy neighborhood, but it's perfectly safe to visit and buy food. They serve some of the biggest, heftiest, juiciest, hottest, sexiest and heaviest hoagies in town... they might be the best in town, and if not, they're definitely right up there. I like the ones from Zip's, too, and some other places. I definitely think the food at Shia's, for example, is better than Jim's Steak Out. You can basically get a steak sandwich (or some other sandwiches), piled with onions, mushrooms, peppers, and whatever else you want. The bread is wet and dripping from the juice, it's basically heaven. It's a little bit sweet for my taste, but I still adore it, and will go back here on a regular basis to try these very bad-for-you but very good-for-your-taste-buds sub sandwiches. I went back just the other day to give it another try (my 4th try), and was delighted to find out they're open until something like Midnight or 1am every night. Who can beat that? It took about 10 mins to make my sandwich... it's $2 extra for 4 extra inches (if only renting male escorts was so cheap. Other than me I mean)... The sandwich was every bit as juicy and delicious as I remembered it. The lady wanted to sell me some sandwiches that hadn't been picked up for $5 each, to save me money, but they'd been sitting for 40 mins so I declined. I'm not really into lukewarm food so it would have been a waste of calories. My fresh one was amazing. There is hardly anywhere to sit in here so plan on getting it to go, or better yet call it in. They have steak and sausage, or chicken steak too, but I'd start with the original with everything and see what you think. It's probably the best cheesesteak in WNY, and significantly better than Jim's as I said, and better than Mike's on Bailey near the 33. I'm not one who Shys away from honesty and honestly you have to get out here and try these cheesesteaks. read more

Amazing. I love Philly cheesesteak, and this place is legit. I love the cheesesteak with the hot peppers. The steak is very tender, just melts in your mouth. The rolls are great. The mixture of peppers with the cheesesteak is just great. There isn't really anywhere to eat in there, it's mostly just take out, but it is definitely worth it. I drive quite a ways just for this cheesesteak. So if your out that way, it's definitely worth a stop! read more

Shy's Original Steakhouse - Cheesesteaks Near Me - Buffalo, New York

Wooo whee --- where has this steak shop been all my life? Apparently right here on the east side! The neighborhood doesn't have the greatest reputation, but I'll gladly risk my life to come here for these steak subs (it's really not that bad). If you have a smidgen of doubt, just take a look at the photo I uploaded. That is a heavenly sandwich. Yes, it's oily, greasy and cheesy...and you'll love it. A ton of freshly-grilled beef, with cheese, onions, mushrooms and peppers served on a white locally baked Constanzo roll. The 8" sub is around $9, while the 12" is $12, but even the 8" sub can be split in half. They grill right behind the counter and it is take out only. The sandwich itself is immaculately packed inside layers and layers of tinfoil and will be piping hot, even if you open it 30m+ later. The grease will absorb all through the roll and I don't suggest eating it in your car, as it can get a little messy. Nonetheless, I'm so thrilled to have discovered this east side steak shop so close to downtown. You bet I'll be venturing down for a delicious steak sandwich very often and I urge you to get out here and try one for yourself. Forget Jim's --- come to Shy's. read more

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Delicious steak hoagie!!! This a perfect sub- good meat to roll ratio. The sauce is awesome- a little sweet, a little tangy. Awesome!! read more

Shy's Original Steakhouse - Whole steak hoagie - Cheesesteaks Near Me - Buffalo, New York

I will never ever again support this hole in the wall establishment the service here is horrible filled with ratchetness . our people. smh after a hard day of work I'd rather spend my hard earned money elsewhere where I can get quality customer service not attitude! read more

Good cheap steak joint right near the Broadway market, great steak hoagies , just wished they expedited the food a lil better read more

Shy's Original Steakhouse - Steak hoagie...photo by @phil_eatsfood - Cheesesteaks Near Me - Buffalo, New York

SOOO good, extra cheese, extra sauce hits every time. Prices are perfect, staff is nice and they get you out quick every time. Trust me, so good youre gonna crave it read more

I hadn't had Shy's in a couple years due to the fact that their service a frequent tendency to be TRASH ! Today I decided to give it another try and they didn't let me down. The woman that took my order took my order incorrectly. I didn't know until I came to pick it up. She while bagging it up I noticed they looked smaller than expected. I asked if they were 12 in? She advised no 6.. definitely not what I ordered. And gave zero cares. I reorder and she asks: "Everything right"? I respond no mushrooms please. She then looks at me and says that's not what you said before . I told her I would never ask for mushrooms because I cannot eat them. She rolls her eyes and had all types of attitude. Sadly this isn't uncommon for them. It's disappointing to say the least. read more

Ordered steak fries and I give them a thumbs down first off they're 2 slow my order was a call ahead and I still had to wait, their was a consistent line of ppl walking in and pullin up they should try to pick up the pace just a little. And those $10.00 steak fries weren't worth the money or my drive no mushrooms-onions-peppers. Just meat-cheese-fries. I'm tired of paying out my good money and ppl serve junk. read more

Shy's Original Steakhouse - Steak fries - Cheesesteaks Near Me - Buffalo, New York

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The greatest steak place in the world. I have cheesesteaks all over the world including Philly and these are the best. The portion size are more than anywhere else and there price point is perfect. Apparently they had issues in the past and had to change locations but the food has always been on point. Trust me their is no better cheesesteak on the east cost and ive had more than 75 plus cheesesteak from all over but have yet to compare. It gets to the point whenever i go i buy extra to bring back home. Definitely a must whenever iin the buffalo area read more

My moms from Philly. So I kno cheese steaks since i was old enough to remember 3/4 yrs old. By Far best period. They got it right! I never write reviews... Js Steak/sausage/sweet/hot pep/mushroom/onion/mayo/ketchup/mustard/heavy black pepper. Best steak you will ever have- mic drop. read more

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Best sandwiches in Buffalo by far. Great prices, great staff and even better food! Super fast service!

I was there on last week Friday and order 2 steak hoagies my food was not appealing I paid for extra sauce and cheese(white American) and got a dry sub with yellow American. I called and ordered my food and customers that came in to order got they food before I did. Like they forgot about my order so I had to ask is my order ready and the girl act like she had an attitude because I asked and bagged up two hoagies didn't check to see if it was right or not. I never have any issues with Shys but I was very disappointed read more

I saw all the reviews here so I thought I'd chime in...I have been here many times...I have to say from all the steak hoagies in the city this is my favorite....My old favorite wa in Artone's in South Buffalo but when that closed I found this... The steak hoagies are very good here...The secret is the sauce they use...It's tastes to me like it could be a mustard based sauce...Don't let that fool you it is very good... If I was not dieting I would be visiting this place a LOT more, lol... read more

Came home and immediately went to shy's for that famous "at home" steak sandwich that you can only get in Buffalo. I'll continue to patronize this business as long as the sauce stays the same read more

The food is good supporting this business is not. I've had the food in the past it's everything you crave but don't need. Problem is they close at 7 stop taking orders at 6:20, which means what essentially ? They close at 6:20 made it in exactly at that time and they said they were done for the day like sign already out. Which means what? You have to get there early for the already early closing time. It's beyond unprofessional. I'll spend my money else where, that values customers time as much as their own. read more

Delicious steak/sausage that's juicy & stuffed always does the trick for me. Highly recommended for steak subs.

Hidden gem. Perfect prices. Perfect steak and cheese sub. Perfect sauce on the side. I know what I'm getting for lunch tomorrow

I love divey little spots that serve up good food since I typically don't care about ambience as much in favor of taste! Was craving a cheesesteak on my way to compete at the Buffalo Pinball Summer Open and decided to fuel up on a cheesesteak from Shy's. Pulled up and realized once I walked in that you can't eat on premise so I got it to go and ate in my car. Man it was a nice cheesesteak - full of cheese and meat and flavorful and juicy. Definitely a good deal! read more

hands down the best in the city not even close either service is always good too just hate they closed on Sundays

Best steak sandwich in Buffalo. The steak hogie is the best sandwich I've ever had in any city. You have to try this if you visit the city. The owner is one of the friendliest people I've ever met, and he has the cooking skills to back it up. If you catch him on the grill you're in luck, he'll cook you the best sandwich you ever had. read more