I grabbed two things here the traditional meat and onion pie with mashed potatoes and liquor and the sausage roll. The meat pie is delicious - well seasoned and great meaty flavor. The pie crust is flaky and crispy. You can also get some mashed potatoes and liquor (a dill sauce). The mashed potatoes were under seasoned and would pass the next time we go. I wasn't a fan of the dill sauce either and would rather have a traditional gravy. The sausage roll is great. It's probably 6-8 inches long and is everything you want in a meat roll. Pie crust is flaky and sausage is well seasoned. One of the better places to grab some UK style food in the city! read more

Stargazy - Traditional Beef And Onion Pie - British Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

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Stargazy is an incredible little outpost for English delicacies in the heart of South Philly. I love their food, but I find it so hard to find out when they are open or what their specials are. Stargazy offer a wide variety of tasty meat pies, European candies, and the MOST DELICIOUS fish and chips I've ever had! The fish and chips is truly amazing!! But their ordering process is very complicated, and their hours never seem to be consistent. For example, they only have fish and chips every so often on Fridays between 3-7. I tried to pre-order fish and chips through their website, but I made a mistake and placed my order for a pickup time that they were not ready for! I was hours early. So frustrating! It was due to an error on their system but it hasn't been fixed as of this post. Meh. I want to really like this place because the quality is amazing. I would give them five stars if their hours and products were clear and consistent. read more

Really cool people making savory meat pies that remind me of the ones I ate during my trips to London. And though there sticky toffee pudding might not be on par with Gordon Ramsay's, it's still pretty damn good. read more

Stargazy - Traditional Beef and Onion Pie & Mash! Simple, tasty, English comfort food! - British Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Saw the rave reviews for this place from my fellow Yelpers. Kinda left me wondering why to be honest. I see it's a small place. Five small tables. Free tea, no coffee. You get what they have baked - cause everything is homemade including the pastry. When we showed up they had warm beef and onion pies and some sausage rolls. We went for the traditional pies and some mash. It came on a plate with green gravy. It was okay. I used to live in England and Scotland and I've never had a pie like this. Wasn't bad, wasn't worth writing to the Queen about either. I honestly don't get the chipped plates but maybe that's the vibe they are going for. Eh. Two pies with mash n gravy along with two British canned drinks it came to $32.00. Bit cheeky considering the plates. Giving 3 stars cause the guy who cleaned up was nice, free tea and they make their own pastry. read more

Stargazy - British Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

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I normally don't leave reviews but we've been to Stargazy for countless times and I think it's over due for one. I always come here with my boyfriend to order several pies and a sticky toffee pudding to share. Their menu seem to change every 3-4 days with some item remain the same like the sticky toffee pudding, scotch eggs, beef and onion pies, mash w/ gravy and so on. Beside the pies, they periodically offer salad and soup as well. They have limited seating so a lot of people order carry out as well. Jacob (the owner) make the best meat pies I've ever tasted. The crust is extremely thin, crispy and light so you can't get tired of it. The fillings are extremely creative and delicious. I've tasted combinations from jerk chicken (pls bring that back), to scallops with bacon and peas to chicken tikka masala. We've been constantly impressed by everything we've tasted. One thing I do want to note is that this is more of a savory pie shop than anything but there are sweet pies like pear and thyme, apple pie, millionaire's short bread, sticky toffee pudding. Speaking of sticky toffee pudding, can I just say this is one of the best dessert I've ever tasted? It's so warm and decadent, especially pairing with heavy cream. Mmmm... we never fail to order one whenever we visit stargazy, and we also ordered a big batch for Thanksgiving. That's how good it is so please do yourself a favor and order one. This review is getting pretty long so let me wrap this up. In conclusion, stargazy might seem like an unassuming pie shop with minimal seating but please come in and try it out. The pies are crazy good and the sticky toffee pudding will instantly make you feel better, especially on a bad day. For Jacob, I'm really glad we found this place and we will keep coming back so please continue what you do. Thank you! read more

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I continue to have great experiences at Stargazy. Ever since I returned from my study abroad in London 6 years ago, I am always in search of some British favorites and this place provides. Staff is welcoming and makes a great product at a fine price. Did the fish and chips pre order pickup today and it is the best fish and chips in Philly, easy. Tons of British snacks, condiments (HP sauce), and candies for those looking to remember days across the sea. read more

Stargazy - Fish and chips dinner - British Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Great pasties, sausage rolls, fish and chips, deserts and even grocery imports. Fantastic find! Can't wait to special order a roast. read more

Stargazy - Great British fare. - British Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

My wife and I shared the sausage roll, beef & onion pie, paddy oggy(?), and a sticky toffee pudding for dessert. Everything was delicious, but the paddy oggy was our favorite. The table next to us got the English breakfast, which made us very jealous. Guess we'll just have to come back again! read more

Yelp we seem to have an issue with rating an establishment like Stargazy. I don't why, but I can't rate Stargazy higher than a 5? Sam my friend you have got something simply UHH-MAZE-ING going on over here. I still remember when you brought your idea up 2 years ago. What I also remember, and I'm sure Jim H., Mike F. , and Brad P. can back me up is we were just destroying wings in the basement of the Jug Handle when you informed us of your idea. My fellow Yelpers we went from caveman mode in annihilating wings from a bowl , to forget about the wings, just tell us more about these pies. Sam you had me going all biblical with that perfect flaky gourmet pie and that parsley liquor you make. Every bite it was like I was conducting a sermon with "oh dear god" or "heavenly flaky stuffed goodness" . I had a Jim Gaffigan moment where instead of his "Hot Pocket" quip I straight up did a StaarrGazzzy as I enjoyed every bite! Mind you this is a million times better than a hot pocket. Stargazy's has unbelievable pies ,with one of them being their Traditional made with beef and onions which is down right fantastic. Add some of his homemade parsley liquor along with his homemade mashed potatoes to your order. This is what we call winning all day folks. I also had the pleasure of trying his clotted cream he makes over a peach and mixed berries pie that simply had me doing a light moan of pure enjoyment. Perfection! It really doesn't matter what you order at Stargazy, you'll find your ways of expressing pure happiness a fork at a time. Stargazy has done nothing but hit homeruns with every dish they serve , even down to the beverage. Check out their bathroom too, I know who mentions bathrooms in a review. Well I just did. Newspaper clipping line the walls , with comical stories along with ads that will have you laughing. Review over, go in and enjoy a pie or 2. read more

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Back for the 5 star redemption. We've always come before closing, and he let us stay and chat until he absolutely had to leave which was kind. I got the seasonal veggie and my friend got the beef. We also got a cheese and potato pie on the house. I absolutely am in love with this place and have learned to love the parsley liquor with the mash and pie. Definitely still brings me back to mother mash days. Hopefully I'll make it before closing next time. read more

Stargazy - Vegetable pie with mash and liquor - British Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Everyone says how great this place is, and how wonderful the owner is. We had to stop by after our meal from another location. Took a look at the menu, and figured we'd go with the Traditional. Can't go wrong with a "Traditional". But honestly, I don't know what's the hype. It's a pie.. ground beef with mash potato. I wasn't wow'd. Now here's what almost made me walk out the door. The guy behind the counter (don't know if he's Sam that everyone says is so nice) was chit chatting away with the lady in front of me which already placed her order. Ok fine. She asked him if he wanted to help us first (other than just talking to her), he smiled and shook his head no., and continued to chat with her. Rude much? read more

Stargazy - The inside - British Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

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From sharing epic food discussions, to savoring his culinary delights at Sycamore and many Food Hooch events, I've had my fair share of experiencing the masterful cuisine that Sam Jacobson has prepared. But when I listened to his plans for Stargazy and followed the gratuitous pie baking and food porn that he posted on Instagram, I realized that there was something more to Stargazy than what I've seen him do before. Because Stargazy is a shop that stays true to a lot of the foods and recipes that inspired him from across the pond, while adding his own creative spin to a lot of traditional dishes. And the results are so amazing, that its no wonder why he sells out of pies and pastries so often! When I first previewed Stargazy before they officially opened during the Passyunk Classic Car Show, I sampled what I instantly considered to be the best food that I've ever eaten in South Philly. And I say this as someone who's lived in East Passyunk and the Italian Market! The first pie was Sam's take of a South Philly classic sausage & peppers inside a pie with just the right amount of spices and sauce. It was so good that I had to devour a second pie which featured a medley of mushrooms amidst melted gruyere cheese. It was enough to have me craving more, which would have happened so much sooner if I hadn't of caught them on the other end of so many deserved sell outs! Finally I arrived and got a full view of the interior without staring from outside in sold out defeat. Despite it being super small its filled with an endless amount of character that's complete with mosaics laid out by Isaiah Zagar of Magic Gardens, messages and quotes etched into the reclaimed wood tabletops, and the tea station where you can always pick up a cup on the house and leave a donation to a featured charity. For my first official visit I grabbed a phenomenal pie that was filled with lamb shank, burgundy, and eggplant that came straight out of the oven. I also had to grab the mashed potatoes with an addicting parsley liquor. For the road I grabbed a banoffee tart which was essentially a mini bananas foster pie with whipped cream on top, and perfectly flaky and savory sausage roll which made for the perfect hangover breakfast the next day. With all of he above being so amazing, its pretty hard not to crave more. Especially when you can watch a Football game in the process! read more

If you're into Sam, you'll be into Stargazy. British fare usually gets a bad rep. Chef/owner Sam's goes beyond that. His expertise in the kitchen also reflects his passion for the craft. In the mood for a meat pie? Their beef and onion is a moist and flavorful treat[1]. On other menu offerings, I've had the oxtail, which I found hearty, but the beef and onion is where my heart is. Into eel? It's fishy but fresh. Add Sam's homemade chili vinegar for best results! From the table etchings to the tea station (tea is free; donations encouraged), Stargazy exudes character. Bring a date, or friends. Be sure to drop in early, as everything's made in limited quantities. Expect a small wait during key meal times. [1] My only regret: not ordering two! read more

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Me and meat pies go way back. French Canadians eat meatpie for Christmas, so the concept is not weird to me. We had a brief falling out after I saw Sweeney Todd, but we're back on good terms now that Sam Jacobson, meatpie whisperer extraordinaire, has redeemed them for me, and put them back in their rightful place, a place of adoration. Stargazy is exactly what the neighborhood needed, a solid place to get a delicious meal or snack for a reasonable price. I've now tried the following, and I won't rest until I try everything on the menu (the menu changes daily so I'm in it for the long haul). Traditional beef and onion: flavorful, yet simple, hearty and perfect for cold weather. Lamb curry: got this to go and it was still heavenly even reheated. Hefty portion of meat and great flavor. Pumpkin habanero chevre: not your ordinary pumpkin pie. Savory and not too spicy. Mash and parsley liquor: parsley liquor sounds weird but you will find yourself wanting to lick the plate to get the last remnants. Pro tip: save some pie crust and use it to sop up the last remnants. Mash is delicious and the perfect comfort food. Banoffee tart: tart, toffee, bananas, and whipped cream. A wise Gwen Stefani once said: This shit is bananas, BANANAS. There's a good chance she was referring to this tart. Sticky toffee pudding: warmed up and served with a hefty dose of heavy cream. Like a gingerbread cookie on crack. Best choice we made of the day. Apple and Apricot tart: like Apple pie but better, also had heavy cream poured into a little crevice. Free tea: donations accepted for local charities. Fancy crisps: crisps are what Brits call chips, and Stargazy has an assortment of exotic crisps for sale! Tried Prawn Cocktail which was good. There are also various other British snacks for sale. Seating can be a challenge but there's a little park across the street that would be the perfect spot if you don't snag one of the few (pie pun engraved) tables. If you do grab a table, don't linger too long, people are waiting. This place is as hot as its pies right now, if you come anytime after opening, expect a line, a wait for fresh pies, and several items to be out. Look out for a star on the bottom of your pie- it means you won a free pie! Check their instagram for daily menu and to make sure they're not sold out. Sam has also used the instagram as a lost and found, which is adorable. There's no point calling because they don't have a phone (who would answer it, they're to busy slinging pies). Come stuff your piehole! read more

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One word, three syllables - FAN-TAS-TIC. This was the first time I had British pies, to be honest, I had never really heard of them before. We tried the Braised Oxtail Cheese Steak pie and the Egg Plant and Squash pie with mash and parsley Liquor. Each pie was baked to perfection and left you wanting more. But wait . . . this was my first time eating here so I had to pace my self to try as many items as I could. While we were waiting for these baked pies from heaven to come out of the oven, we tried the breakfast pie with Ham and Egg. All of the pies are baked golden brown, made fresh daily with quality ingredients and ohhhhhhhhh soooooo GOOD! We also tried the sausage roll and some of Sam's incredible sweets to finish up our meal. We had the Banoffee Tart and the Sticky Toffee pudding. Both were delish, although my favorite is the Banoffee Tart, all I can say is this is a must try for anyone lucky enough to visit Sam Jacobson's Stargazy in south Philly and enjoy his culinary delights. read more

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Can't believe we waited so long to come. Saturday brunch consisted of a traditional beef and onion pie with mash and parsley gravy, a corned beef Ruben pie, and today's special - a combination of curry spiced lamb and fruit. Washed down with a local ginger beer brew and hot tea. Great "Sprinter" ( spring winter) meal. Stargazy satisfies. read more

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I cheated. I came to a British place on St Patrick's Day. But I was craving real sausage rolls. And I happened to be near here. I don't regret my decision. One sausage roll and meat pie with mash later, and my half Irish side didn't care where the food came from. I was satisfied. read more

Yes, The meat pies are as good as you hoped they will be. I bought the classic beef and onion with mashed potatoes and parsley liquor. Since almost every order is to go, I would recommend that you ask them to pack the meat pie separately. Or else the parsley gravy softens the crust that is such a huge feature of the meat pie in the first place! The sticky toffee pudding is a real treat! Get it. Don't think about the sugar. I dream of this place when I'm not here. read more

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They get this right...British food made as it should be. It's a quirky place with just as quirky employees but that's the best part. They're all great. The food is great. I'll order a pie, crush it there and then get a sausage roll to go. There is nothing like walking down the sidewalk gorging yourself on a sausage roll. I may have issues but I'm okay with that. read more

I found this place through Instagram when I visited Philly last month. Totally lives up to the hype! Service was efficient and staff was very friendly and explained all the menu offerings. The meat pies were so good, I even took some back to my hotel as takeout. I had both the traditional beef and onion pie and the special pie of the day, Philly cheesesteak pie, both with mash! It is super affordable and delicious and filling, definite comfort food. I also tried the bacon & cheddar tart and a ginger-peach mint pie. Already have recommended it to all my friends, and I will certainly stop by the next time I visit Philly. read more

Stargazy - Traditional Beef And Onion Pie - British Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Amazing food, authentic British atmosphere, really cool hard to find British drinks and snacks

I don't normally like ground beef, but I took a chance today and ordered Stargazy's traditional beef and onion pie. I'm so glad I did, because it was fantastic. The pie was hot and crisp, and the pastry was perfect. The beef and onion was very flavorful and rich. What really brought everything together, though, was what they call the parsley liquor. I still don't know what that is, but it was a salty, slightly tangy parsley sauce that was a genius complement to the pie. I would have tried a sausage roll, too, but they were out! That's fine, though, since I'd look for any excuse to come back again. read more

Stargazy - Traditional beef and onion pie with mash. - British Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

For a place that is highly rated, perhaps my experience was an anomaly or the food doesn't quite fit my palette. My roommate recommended grabbing some pies here so I decided to check it out this afternoon. Came in around 3ish and there wasn't much of a selection so we order the traditional beef and onion pie with mash to share between two. It was a good thing I wasn't too hungry. At the high price point for the 1 serving, it did not deliver on taste. While I would certainly give plus points to the flaky, moist, and crispy pie crust, everything else left much to be desired. The mash and beef were under-seasoned. After a few bites, I was happy to pass it off to my friend to finish it. Interior was cozy with cute embellishments to the tables and walls. Free hot tea on a cold day was a nice touch. Definitely need major convincing to give this place another shot. read more

Stargazy - Traditional Beef and Onion Pie - British Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

The drive down to Passyunk is totally worth it for Stargazy. It's a cute quaint shop that feels tucked away, we had walked and driven past so many times without noticing it even though it's right on Passyunk Ave. The staff are super friendly and the interior is cozy and welcoming with British touches and paraphernalia scattered on the walls. We ordered the traditional beef and onion pie with mash (there are varying combos of pies, mash, and liquor). The first time we ordered it with liquor but it was too strong for my personal taste and I thought it overpowered the taste of the pie and mash so we nixed it the second time. It's some sort of parsley broth with vinegar. I love the sausage roll and we always finish that so quickly, I honestly could finish 2 of them in under a minute no problem. For dessert we've only ever had the sticky toffee pudding and it is literally divine. It will change your life. The cake is so gooey and melt in your mouth and the cream sauce blends perfectly. You can't miss it if you come to Stargazy! read more

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I've been meaning to try Stargazy for a while. The food was excellent and the staff were very kind. I got there 40 minutes before they closed, so it's understandable that they were low on stock, but they apologized for not having the pie I ordered ready to go. They told me how long it would take to make the pie, which wasn't very long at all, and then proceeded to get to work. Not long after, I was greeted with a piping hot plate stacked with food. This is a seriously filling meal, but it's delicious and well worth the money. I will 100% be back to Stargazy. One thing to note, outside of their menu, they also stock a bunch of English snacks, treats, and soft drinks for purchase. read more

Good pies and rolls. The people are very nice too! Will go back next time. Highly recommend for their pastries

This place is a little gem in the city. Their savory pies are among the best I've ever had. The classic beef onion is perfect. The mash potatoes are as good as they can get. The gravy is why I love this place so much. I have never had gravy like this before. It makes everything delicious. read more

Stargazy - British Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Two days in a row, I have had the pleasure of sinking my teeth into what could be the very best duck entree in Philadelphia. British food has had a bad rap over the years and now Stargazy gives a legitimate reason to shelve those notions. Get the pie and mash special. The parsley "liquor" gravy is out of this world. There is a cauliflower pie as well for the vegetarians. It's also great. I also like the selection of unusual sodas and the cranberry dessert pie is delicious. read more

Stargazy has ruined hot pockets for me. I know what you're thinking: Who is this suave Cambodian asshole comparing savory, hand crafted meat pies to the microwavable, mouth burning, cheese and "sausage" (if sausage could have a hangover) diarrhea torpedos from hell? A lifelong gamer and junk food enthusiast, that's who. If I can't pop it into a microwave for three minutes and a night of regret and greasy stool, I ain't eatin' it, cuz. Anyway, looking back, I've had a long and storied love of meat and flake pastry. It starts with Cambodian weddings, where someone always shows up at 7 in the morning with pate chaud (think flake pastries with minced, spiced pork) for everyone to eat. Delicious. Fast forward to high school where, on international day, some Dominican friends brought in empanadas, while some Haitians brought in Caribbean style beef patties. Instead of having a massive brawl over whose patsies were better, we just shared them and had an even keeled day of sobriety and comraderie. Lame. At least we had flake pastries. Fast forward to last weekend. A friend was in town and organized a trip to Stargazy, which I'd heard about a few times and thought "weird name." Whatever. Looked the place up. Meat pies, mash, and funky imported sodas. I can dig it. We get to the place, and I order the Noah's Ark. That's a serving for two. My girlfriend eats about half as much as a normal person, so that meant extra for me. Clearly, I did this on purpose. And boy, did it pay off in spades. The beef and onion pies, which I believe are the gold standard of British pies, are bomb. Get two. Or three, screw it. How often are you on East Passyunk? All the time? Get three anyway. They're seasoned perfectly. They hold up well without getting soggy through the entire meal, even with the parsley liquor sauce poured over them. And with the included mash? Declare surrender and return us to our colonial roots. They can keep the tea, we will keep the pie. Also had a cute banana tart here. Homemade whipped cream took it over the top. Get one of those, too. Confession - I'll still eat the hell out of a hot pocket, but Stargazy will always have my heart and marginally more dollars than whoever owns the hot pockets brand. read more

A persons first time can be a wonderful, well planned and sensual thing. A first time can also be a fumbling, unplanned and clumsy experience. I wish I was talking about sex here. Either would be fine with me because Sex. I'm actually talking about the first time trying a really anticipated new restaurant. When Sam Jacobson told me he planned on opening a British pie shop in Philly, I pretty much didn't hear a word he said after pie, but I got the impression that it would be something I'd really like. After being teased about it on Facebook and Instagram for months, Stargazy finally opened this week. With my busy schedule I didn't know just when I could go, but discussions with friends were in the works to make the trip. Waiting is really hard though. I had made a plan to meet a friend for a late lunch today in a completely different part of the Delaware Valley. I received a call as I left work that the friend was having trouble, so I instead met him in the city where we had a good south philly sandwich. Since we both knew Sam, the subject of Stargazy came up and before we knew it, we were standing in his perfect little shop. Ideally, the way it was supposed to go was that I would come to the shop early, eat breakfast lunch and dinner there and pretty much become the guest that wouldn't leave. Instead, I was there after just eating and not a bit peckish. That however, didn't stop me once I laid my eyes on some of his wares. Most notably my eyes were drawn to the banana tart in the cooler. My buddy and I decided to share it, which was a terrible idea. Not the tart, but the sharing thing. It was exquisite. If it was the only thing Sam sold I would still recommend it highly. I also brought one home for the kids to try (their response still pending). I was also lucky enough to be there as some meat pies were coming out of the oven, and while I wasn't ready to eat, I had to have one to go. I planned on having it for lunch the next day but had to smell it in the car on the way home and ended up devouring it within a few minutes of being home. Again, it was a masterpiece. Just as you are marveling at how good the crust is, the filling smacks you in the face and says, "I will not be ignored!". It's that good. So do yourself a favor and get yourself to Passyunk and try anything that Sam has to offer. You won't regret it. But there may be a walk of shame afterwards from eating too much ...because Pie. read more

Stargazy - The meat and onion pie and banana tart. - British Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

On a Sunday morning, during a Manchester United game, I made my first trip to Stargazy. When I arrived I spotted the four small dine in tables, the hot case of traditional pies and sausage rolls on the counter and an affable, smiling chef named Sam Jacobson at the helm. The smell alone let me know this was going to be a very good meal. I settled on the traditional pie with parsley liquor and mashed potatoes. Each element of the dish was perfectly executed and together they were a lovely symphony of flavor. I happen to adore British food and this took me back to my vacation in London a few years ago. The pie crust was flaky and light and acted as a perfect shell for the gravy laden, delicious meat and vegetable filling. The parsley liquor was drizzled over the pie and ultra creamy mash. This last touch added a herbal element which brought all the delicious components together. Having a savory tooth, I can see myself stopping in here quite frequently. At the time of writing, I think it's best to arrive early as I'm sure he will sell out quickly. Grabbing a pie or two here and heading to the bottle shop for a pint is a rotation that I can get on board with. read more

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Sam Jacobson, a dual UK/US citizen, decided to bring a little taste of home to 1838 E. Passyunk Ave. this summer. Stargazy is now THE place for pies and mash in Philly. Admittedly, it may also be the only place for pie and mash in the city, but don't let that hoodwink you into thinking it's anything less than dreamy. The offerings change daily, but the charm, that's always available. Despite opening in the summer, Stargazy still manages to rock that "New Resto Smell" and the lines haven't stopped for these flaky, piping hot meat pies. My buddy and I picked a (slightly) chilly December day to stroll down south and see what the hype was about. We were the first ones in the door, and the pies weren't quite ready, so we loitered outside, reviewing the day's menu on my phone, licking our lips and clutching our empty bellies. Oh, and sipping some (free!) tea. Our patience was soon rewarded. Pie, mash, and parsley liquor (spoiler alert: no actual liquor in there, you'll have to hit the pub afterwards). So simple. So very, very satisfying. BONUS: If you spot a star on the bottom of your pie, they reward you with... ANOTHER PIE! That said, the prices aren't steep and you're definitely getting a filling meal for your bucks. In the cases at the storefront, Jacobson also offers an assortment of British treats straight from the source. I haven't dabbled (yet), but I had my eyes on the prize. Or, should I say, I had my eyes on the pies? Hot sausage, broccoli rabe, and mozzarella. I went "off-tradition" away from the regular offerings of beef and onion pies because I spent most of my life trying to find new ways to enjoy spicy sausage ( #notaeuphemism). It was absolutely to die for. The crust was perfect. The fillings were steaming and rich in flavor. The parsley liquor made me consider a life of sobriety if I could, instead, just have a steady stream of that to pour over any and all savory treats. Sure, I didn't have the stomach capacity at the time for a sausage roll or one of their legendary bananoffee tarts. But that's the point, right? Much like with the velvety voice of Benedict Cumberbatch, all it took was one taste for me to begin jonesing for more. Stargazy, I'll see you soon. Keep the kettle boiling, and I'll be looking for stars. read more

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Five stars!! Sam is the best! Always personable and friendly! I knew him before he opened Stargazy and knew he'd be successful! When I went in I wasn't surprised to see he already has regulars. These are pies that fill you up and leave you wishing you could eat more. They are the Amish apple pies southeast Pennsylvania is used to. The pies are flaky pastry with a hearty meat or vegetarian filling. Here's how things work when you get to Stargazy: Pick a pie, there's usually two or three options (one pie choice being a vegetarian option) Then choose with delicious mashed potatoes or no. Free tea behind you or interesting speciality drinks in the cases Follow @stargazy on Instagram for updates throughout the day. He usually posts a photo of the menu so you can salivate over today's pie choices. Sometimes they run out of pies in the afternoon, so get there before 4pm-ish. Cash or credit, cafe type tables to eat in, soccer matches on the tv, street parking is free on Sunday, no alcohol served (byob) read more

Understandably why this is given 5 stars from everyone. We walk in and are greeted with a smile by the Chef/Owner, Sam. As Same attends double duty, cooking and serving, there's another chef in the back baking away keeping up with the pies in preparation for the next day. I couldn't grasp the menu at first, it's small and bunched together. I had Sam explain to me how it "works". He explained and then explained again to my own retention that wasn't on point that night and he did so with no attitude but a smile. We ordered our food and since it was for "here", Sam asked if we would like a beverage and also said or you can have tea, it's free. Help yourself to a selection of mugs, grab a tea bag, here's the cream and hot water. How awesome, It was very nice that Sam didn't wait for us to make a choice to buying a drink first before telling us about the free tea. It's the small tings like that what makes an honest business man. I tried the Chicken/Bacon pie with mash and my Fiancee got the beef/onion pie with mash. At $9 a full dinner that will fill you up and leave you wanting for more. The pies had great flavor and the mash was smooth with just the right touch of pepper. We order the Sticky toffee desert. My fiance uttered the words " I'm in heaven", I've never heard her say that before except..for..ah-hem..well...ok but enough of that, it just meant this desert is lucky to be on my level ;-) As we were eating, 2 guys walked in and we over heard the one saying "man, these are so good but bad for you and having 6 in one day doesn't help" lol, really, I had to say something, the guy really did and seriously they are that good. You can either sit-in or take-out. It's a cozy quaint place and very comforting. there are also a selection of small treats and condiments for sale from England. Be sure to stop in and say hi to Sam and grab some authentic British food, you'll leave satisfied and full. read more

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Came here for breakfast one morning. Amazing pie filled with beef, onion, carrots with mash on the side and drizzled with parsley liquor (not actual liquor). Also amazing sausage pastry. They also have an assortment of british sweets and jams, etc. Very friendly service read more

I found out about Stargazy through Instagram. And ironically enough, I ended up on their Instagram page (THANKS LUCKY STAR!!!). Having lived in South Philly for a few years, I'm always excited to see what new shops/restaurants are opening in that neighborhood. But the truth is... I like meat and I like pie; put them together and you better believe I'll show up!! And I did. Twice in one day. Once in the morning, for the breakfast pie, and once for lunch time. I don't visit Philly as often as I used to, so every time I'm in the city I want to try as many new places as possible. But this had to be done! In one day I tried four different pies, and I should have got even more. I've been craving them ever since. I love the fact that their menu changes on a daily basis. And while the dish itself may look simple, the complexity of it comes out from the layer of flavors. I mean, Oxtail Cheesesteak? Jerk Braised Goat? Those pies were MONEY!!! I wish I got to try a duck pie, but I guess I'll just have to come back! I knew I was in for a treat. I had been talking about it with my friends the night before. I planned out to go to Stargazy. So my expectations were already high. But after devouring all those pies I really fell in love with this place. And not just for the pies (which, again, are fantastic; for breakfast, lunch, brunch, second lunch, pre-dinner, dinner, snack, Netflix and chill, etc.. honestly, anytime, anywhere!) The authenticity is genuine at Stargazy. In addition to working hard to produce consistency, it's obvious that the people working there are highly experienced. And maybe it's because they are located in my old neighborhood. But there is a level of comfort that exists at Stargazy that's hard to put in words. Thank you Stargazy! For making me miss living in South Philly so much. Can't wait to come back!!! read more

Stargazy - There is my lucky star - British Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

It's all about the atmosphere. This small establishment lets you step into all the feels, clamor, and smells of the UK on a cold winter day. After ordering we were surprised to see the girl who took our order quickly gave us our meal too. We simply ordered the Scottish and the beef/onion pie with hash, and then poof! She hands us our meal shortly after over the counter and tells us there's free black tea in the corner and to grab a mug. We took our seat amidst a few others, plenty of seating was available. We dug our forks into the pies and magical green gravy they douse all of their entrees in. Each bite was heavenly. I was a bit hesitant about this place because some reviewers noted mash and pies weren't spiced well, but I beg to differ. The pies had a perfect amount of crust to get texture, the gravy added smoothness and taste, and the mash perfectly complemented the stronger notes of the beef/onion filling. A complete win. Would definitely recommend to anyone and everyone...! read more

My review of Stargazy is well overdue, since I've been eating here 2-3 times per week for the past month. I just can't get enough. On the first visit, my wife & I were in the area looking for somewhere to have lunch. I had been curious about Stargazy for some time, so we stopped in & ordered a traditional pie to go. I took a bite & was speechless! My wife didn't believe that it could be as good as my facial expression said that it was, so she snatched the pie out of my hand to try for herself "OH MY GOD" she uttered in between bites! We ran back, and ordered more pies along with mash & parsley liquor, to take home for dinner...AMAZING! I've been hooked since! Stargazy is absolute perfection! The traditional beef & onion pie is to die for. I also look forward to different daily specials. I haven't been disappointed with any combination that Sam creates! In addition to the pies, and some of the best mashed potatoes that you'll ever have, the sticky toffee pudding is absolutely addictive! read more

At the suggestion of friends I got a takeout order. Thought it was terrific. Tried three different items including beef and and onion pie and mash, which was delicious. The potatoes were outstanding- stuck my finger into the container to wipe up the last remnants. My husband wasn't thrilled with the sausage roll, unlike me. One end was stuffed with a sweet filling, which was unexpected. The sticky toffee pudding was irresistible. Pushed my estimate of the calorie count out of my head, but regretted it when I soberly got off the scale in the morning. I happily recommend this place. read more

I ordered the original pot pie with mashed potatoes and liqueur sauce. In addition I tried the breakfast bacon egg and beans bun. I liked the different quirk of this place from the staff to the way the menu is presented. What I fear this place lacks, at least for me, was a higher price for what you get essentially. My pot pie was pretty small with ground beef and a nice flavor, was it tasty and nice, yes but it was definitely small and compared to may I even say, Marie calendars status. My favorite food in the world is mashed potatoes and when I tried it, it was a regular mashed potatoes maybe even less, not much flavor or texture. The liquor sauce almost like your gravy substitute was a green almost tangy sour if a dressing. It was interesting. My mashed potatoes and my liquor sauce were cold, my plate chipped and my pot pie relatively small. It felt like a TV dinner except healthier bc you knew it was made in the kitchen. Flavor profile was just a bit off for me, menu was nice, staff was nice, but potatoes, size of pie, the coldness of the liquor sauce was underwhelming. Hippie for sure, if that's ur scene. Really don't have much to say about the breakfast bacon egg and bean, except it was cold. read more

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