Are you looking for a sandwich that melts in your mouth? One that is loaded with flavor? The one that is "The Best Sandwich in America"? Well, keep looking. This ain't it. Words cannot describe how disappointed my girlfriend and I were after taking a bite into this bland ass sandwich. Imagine taking shaved styrofoam, putting it on soggy bread and topping it with bitter broccoli. We could barely taste the provolone, and the sandwich itself was lukewarm at best. We spent the whole time asking each other "where is the seasoning"? "where is the everything"? If I could give this sandwich zero stars I would. I wouldn't recommend this to my worst enemy. The staff was pretty nice though! Hope this helps. read more

Tommy DiNic's - Roast Pork Sandwich - American Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

I'd heard excellent things about the pork sandwich as DiNic's so while at Reading Market, I had to order one. Staff was quick and friendly. However, I didn't realize you had to order everything to add on the sandwich. Luckily I overheard someone and added the broccoli Rabe to mine but should've added the cheese too. The bread was the best thing about this sandwich though. It was perfectly crisp on the outside and tender on inside. The pork had very little flavor without the add-ons. It needed a sauce like mayo or special sauce. The broccoli Rabe was different, slightly bitter. I hadn't had it before. You can also get it with spinach. It wasn't a sandwich I would normally order but I was feeling a tad adventurous. That being said I probably wouldn't order it again either. read more

Tommy DiNic's - Pork sandwich with broccoli rabe - American Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Roast pork sandwich for the win!! Located inside reading terminal food market. I stopped by here cause they had the longest lines. After asking what's the most popular I got the pork. So good. Not dry . Bread was perfect. Chili very spicy fyi so be careful. Lines move fast. Really worth the wait read more

We came here from a recommendation from the staff at Betsy Ross's house. We were originally going to go much further out of our way but heard this was the place to go and was equal to what we were going to travel for. It is dead center in the marketplace. It is very busy and a line stacks up. The menu was dwindling when we went because things were selling out fast. They recommended the roasted pork with cheese and broccoli rabe. We found out later that you could do a split order for your sandwich too! We tried the sandwich with high expectations and were all a little let down. We expected a flavor explosion but it was a fairly typical sandwich with quality ingredients but not much flavor. The bread was fresh and delicious though. Summary - It was ok, but would not go out of your way for it at all. Pro tip: you can order a split sandwich with two different options. read more

Visited DiNics on a work trip after reading several Yelp reviews while looking for a place to grab lunch. The location is accessible and easy to find once you are in the central city area. Based on several of the Yelp reviews, I decided to get the roast pork sandwich with rabe and all I can say is that it was extremely meh. Some mention it is "life changing" lmao! But there is just nothing special about it at all.The pork was definitely cooked great and was not at all dry - but for the flavor, and maybe this is just the style of the sandwich (?) - there was absolutely no profile that accompanied it. It just tasted like boiled meat when I tried it by itself, without a hint of seasoning. I expected the side rabe to add at least something to the taste, but veggies it didn't really add much profile other than give the sandwich a slight tanginess. This sandwich just seems severely overrated to me compared to other amazing roast pork sandwiches I have tried before like Un Bien in Seattle (it has an amazing roast pork sandwich with an actual flavor profile). While this DiNics sandwich fell short, I would still want to give them another chance to see if their other sandwiches are better. read more

Tommy DiNic's - This roast pork sandwich looks as bland as it tasted! Don't be fooled - American Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

My visit to Philadelphia is never complete without a sub from DiNic's. I always go for their roast pork sub--it's consistently fresh and delicious. The place is always packed, and finding a table can be a challenge. The line often gets long, so I recommend heading to the Reading Terminal Market as soon as it opens. read more

Tommy DiNic's - Roast Pork Sandwich - American Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

I was in Philly for the first time and I wanted a cheesesteak. There are so many places to pick from and I was close to the Reading Terminal so I went there. I picked Tommy's from people telling me this is where you want to go. So I went. The line was long but moved quickly. I quickly found out that this place is really a true cheesesteak place. They don't chop up steak on a flattop and in fact this place is known for there roasted pork sandwich, which looked amazing but I got the hand carved brisket sandwich with aged provolone and sweet peppers. Although it isn't your traditional cheesesteak it was amazing. The bread was soft on the inside with a sturdy exterior. Which held the sandwich together. There were big hunks of brisket which was very moist, tender, fatty (in the good way), and well seasoned. There was a healthy amount of meat as well. The aged provolone on it was amazing. It was a very strong tasting cheese. This cut through the meat and added another level to this sandwich. Pair that up with the sweet peppers and you have an amazing sandwich. If you are looking for a cheesesteak that is chopped up on a griddle this isn't your place, but if you are looking for an amazing rendition of the cheesesteak, made by people who put their all into a sandwich, well get in line and order up! read more

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Exactly what I hoped it would be. Very tasty local sandwich legend! The reading market in general is a must do when coming to Philadelphia. read more

Tommy DiNic's - Roast pork with everything spicy peppers - American Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

There is nothing I love more than checking out a bustling food hall in a new city. Reading Terminal Market is one of the best in the country. DiNic's is one of the best stalls in the market. You absolutely can't go wrong with their roast pork sandwich. Delicious, thin sliced roast pork on a sturdy sub roll and topped with sweet peppers. I get this sandwich every time I come to philly read more

I simply cannot believe that some soggy broccoli rabe would make all the difference with this sandwich. Took my boyfriend to Reading Terminal Market for his 42nd birthday, with a friend. We had an eat-a-thon and the roast pork sandwich at Tommy Dinic's was the worst thing we ate all day. We split the sandwich into three, so we could all have a bit. My boyfriend and I took one bite of ours and agreed "This is not for me." We brought it home and added more cheese, mustard, and pickles... This roast pork would make a GREAT Cuban sandwich, but we were out of ham. I hate to argue with a fellow Yelper, but this is SO NOT the best sandwich in the country. It's not even the best sandwich at Reading Terminal - Hershel's pastrami sandwich and By George's Cheesesteak blow Dinic's out of the water. Don't waste your time or money. Do not recommend read more

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Very meh. Uninspired, not really trying too hard. The amount of broccoli rabe was criminal, could have been a parsley garnish. I had eaten here a few times a couple years ago and raved about it. Now? Meh. read more

Tommy DiNic's - Pork sandwich with "broccoli rabe", supposedly - American Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

So good. I got the brisket cheesesteak. As someone who doesn't LOVELOVE cheese (I like it just not in huge doses) I was pleasantly surprised by the volume of cheese not being very oversaturated. The meat was really really good. I didn't get the rabe and instead opted for the peppers - I liked the spice but underestimated that they would be soggy (I don't like cooked peppers usually so this was a dumb decision on my part). All in all a fantastic sandwich and I'd go back anytime. PS line was long but moved very quickly read more

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After reading multiple websites about what to get at Reading Terminal Market, I had to stop by here to get the roast pork sandwich. The pork was dry. There really wasn't anything else in the roast pork sandwich other than the pork and spicy peppers. The peppers were insanely spicy. I didn't think they would be that extreme. I eventually just took them out and ate the sandwich with just the pork. Make sure to have a lot of water. The fat/soup drippings/au jus were not enough to save the pork. Broccoli rabe would've been the way to go, but I didn't read up on the reviews enough before deciding. It was huge, but not as good as I thought it would be. read more

Tommy DiNic's - Roast Pork Sandwich - American Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Known for their juicey Roast Pork with Provolone & Brocolli Rabe sandwiches, DiNic's Roast Beef isn't simply inferior, it's a dead on arrival. Over-cooked, dry as cardboard and served cold, the only good thing about it is the huge portion tucked into a tasty roll. Served to a hungry, time-crunched lunch-hour crowd in Reading Terminal, most buyers don't have time for remorse. They are too busy looking for an empty chair. No one who buys their Roast Beef once will have any reason to buy it again. God knows why it's even on the menu! read more

Roast Pork was Dry and no flavor. Kinda like the dude who handed me my sandwich. For the price I thought I'd get something great instead I got a plain thing. Save your money or have some spices or sauces ready to add. And something to drink because you will certainly have a hard time swallowing it. read more

This is by far my go to place when in downtown Philly at lunchtime. My go to is the sliced pork sandwich. Worth every penny. Only caveat is the last time I was there is they no longer let you eat at the bar. Everything is now to go. So ambiance is a zero and service doesn't exist. It's order and go. read more

Oh my! Blown away by deliciousness. So much heart put into the crafting of the sandwiches here. I found the place the last time I visited the convention. I can honestly say I prefer the roast pork sandwich over the Philly cheese steak anywhere in the city. The bread the cheese, THE MEAT, the broccoli rabe that tops the creation is simply magical. I can't wait to visit again. I am super excited to bring friends and family to this centrally located spot in the city. The staff is top notch and I can tell that service and quality is taken seriously! I am salivating writing this review because it WAS decadent... Thank you for hosting a fantastic evening experience and just know I can't wait to get back! Respectfully, Bryan Oklahoma City read more

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WHEN: friday 5/13/22 Yup, I went to Tommy DiNic's in Reading Terminal Market to do perhaps the most touristy thing in Philadelphia. I had very high expectations for this sandwich that I've read so many raving reviews about. Unfortunately, I come back to write this review in underwhelming disappointment. I asked the man what the most popular thing to get was and he told me the roast pork sandwich with broccoli rabe and provolone. I said let's do that, and let's add some sweet peppers ($14 total). The upside is that the service was fast. Be prepared with your order because you definitely don't want to get to the front of the line and have the guy taking your order still waiting on you to read the menu. Once they write down what you want it's straight to the counter where they assemble the sandwich in front of you. All in all, the whole process takes 5 minutes max. The sandwich is glistening in oil, no joke every inch of that bread was soaked in oil. Upon first bite, all I could taste was the cheese. The bread was all soaked and mushy. The only texture I could get was from the peppers. The meat was tasteless. Each bite was just soft bread and cheese. Sad to report that this place is not worth the hype. read more

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Fantastic roast pork sandwich! Fresh homemade locally made rolls, hand carved meats right in front of you while you order, simple and hearty sandwich on a cold November's day. Price point was fair but they do not disappoint, phenomenal sandwich, nice hard working staff to get you your sandwich! Highly recommend this joint! The open market had a great vibe, exciting place to check out! read more

Tommy DiNic's - Roast pork! Enough said. - American Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Picked up pulled pork sandwiches on the way to 30th Street Station to catch a train. The sandwich (with sweet peppers and provolone) was excellent. I'll be going back for more. read more

The pork rabe sandwich at DiNics is still the best sandwich in Philly. The terminal market was jammed, it took 15 minutes to order, and another 15 minutes just to find a place to sit, but the first bite more than made up for it. It was delicious harmony, bitter rabe, tender pork, sharp provolone, all on a soft, not too soggy hoagie roll, big enough for two to share. No disrespect for the cheese steak joints, the pork and rabe sandwich at DiNics is better than any of them. read more

I was really surprised to not see a long line here. After trying Johns Roast Pork, I wanted to try Tony Dincis for a while now. The guys working here were very friendly and quick. The menu is small and simple. So the food comes out quick. I of course ordered their Roast Pork Sandwich with both sharp provolone and broccoli rabe. The pork was very tender and seasoned perfectly. The sharp provolone gives it some extra great flavor and the rabe compliments the rest of the sandwich perfectly. There's a hint of heat coming from the sandwich but overall an excellent sandwich. I would have to say Johns Roast Pork is the best in Philly with Tony Dinics coming in at second. Depending on where I'm at, I wouldn't hesitate in ordering either, but would definitely make the drive out to Johns. read more

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DiNic's is up there as far as classic sandwich shops in Philly go. I recently revisited for the first time in years and it didn't disappoint. I ordered a roast pork with sharp provolone, long hots, and broccoli rabe, which I'd recommend (it has a nice hit of horseradish as well). If you like John's, Angelo's etc. and haven't tried DiNic's make a trip to Reading Terminal. read more

Tommy DiNic's - Roast Pork Sandwich w/ sharp provolone, long hots, and broccoli rabe - American Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Heard the roast pork sandwich here was delicious and had to come try it. Pros: service was ok and we got a huge sandwich for an affordable price. Cons: the meat was more dry than expected. I previously saw videos of broth being poured into sandwiches so I was disappointed that my sandwich was not drenched in sauce. read more

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So damn good. Always a must get while at the famous Reading Terminal Market. Lines are usually long. The best sandwich, in my opinion, is the roast pork, greens and sharp Prov. Bread is always good, meat cooked perfectly and the greens have great flavor. Certainly a bit pricey but overall a great sandwich and experience. read more

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This is an extremely efficient operation. You might expect the people to be curt, but they're very polite. Prices are reasonable and portions are large. The roast pork is good, but I've had slightly better. Soprano's in Broomall remains my favorite. There's something missing here. A little more salt? A little more olive oil in the peppers? I'm not sure. read more

Tommy DiNic's - Roast pork, provolone, extra hot peppers. - American Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

When you think about Philadelphia, one of the first things people think about is the famous Philly Cheesesteak. What the locals and foodies will tell you is, you gotta get a roast pork sandwich. We did some research and Tommy Dinic's kept popping up. We were checking out all the touristy spots nearby, so we made the short walk over to check it out. We came on a random weekday so there was no line. We got that top notch, brotherly love customer service that was much appreciated. The menu is not large at all. You have your choice between six sandwiches with just meat and bread. You then can have it topped with your choice of three toppings at an additional charge. I came for the roast pork and roast pork was what I got. I added provolone and broccoli rabe to mine. It came out piping hot and it was oh so delicious. The smokiness of the cheese combined with the slightly bitter greens and masterfully made pork on quality bread made for an amazing sandwich. That sandwich didn't stand a chance against me. Would I say it's better than a cheesesteak? I don't think so. I think they are two entirely different things and both great choices. I would definitely come back here if the opportunity arises! read more

Located in Reading Terminal Market, but surprisingly there wasn't a long line on the weekend. They move fast so I got my order within a few minutes. I decided to get the Roast Pork Sandwich (with sharp provolone, roasted hot peppers, and spinach). The roast pork itself is good, and I really liked the roasted hot peppers. However, the sandwich itself seems overhyped and underwhelming for me. Maybe because I didn't get the broccoli rabe but I'm not sure. It wasn't very flavorful. Each add on is $1 each so it was $15. read more

Tommy DiNic's - Roast Pork Sandwich (sharp provolone, roasted hot peppers, spinach) - American Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Saw this place on Bizarre Foods many years ago (Roast Pork Hero), and I finally made it here, and omg, it was worth the wait, but dam, I wish I had this sooner. It was soooooo gooooood!!! Really good!! read more

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Ordered the classic roast pork sandwich and wasn't the same as before. I've ordered this many times in the past, but the first thing I noticed when I purchased it today was the weight. A lot lighter and not stuffed with meat like in the past. The meat that was inside was still tender, juicy and with the rabe/cheese it added a great punch. I definitely want to try adding the peppers next time to help give it a kick. This place is normally very packed with a long line so come prepared. If you haven't tried this sandwich yet, I would still recommend this historic spot. One of the classic sandwiches of Philadelphia. read more

Tommy DiNic's - Roast Pork Sandwich - American Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

I'll just say it...the roast pork sandwich trumped both Philly steaks I tried in my Philly food trip. The pork paired well with the spinach but the star was what I think was advertised as provolone. Not sure if it was smoked or aged...but it had a slight funk that made it truly pop. Favorite item of the Philly day! read more

Tommy DiNic's - American Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

This place is a must visit if you are in Reading Terminal. The roast pork in their sandwiches here are tender and juicy. You'll want to add cheese and broccoli rabe for the full experience. Be sure to get here early as they can sell out before closing time. read more

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Maybe it's because this was the first time I've ever had this style of a roast pork sandwich, but I thought it was amazing! My first visit to Philly, and two of my friends (locals) brought me to Reading Terminal. All three of us got a roast pork with provolone sandwich, and I ordered broccoli rabe to go with mine. I ate the entire thing. So good; I'd definitely go back! Trying to find seating was a challenge though.... read more

This shop offers juicy sandwiches popular in Philly. We tried the roast pork and Italian style pulled pork. Both are good, but we liked the extra punch of flavor in the Italian style pulled pork. They come plain and you can add cheese, broccoli rabe, and/or peppers (sweet or spicy) for additional $1 each. This makes each sandwich $11-14. I think the price is worth it because they are loaded with meat. I'm not so used to bread being softer and a bit soggy, but I think I understand that's the standard in Philly. We had some leftovers we reheated up in a toaster oven and I personally enjoyed the crisped bread more. I also yearned for a bit more flavor and dimension, especially in the roast pork sandwich. A little more seasoning, even if it's black pepper, would have elevated the sandwich. Overall, a great choice in the Reading Terminal Market and the wait time during lunch hour was not too bad. read more

Tommy DiNic's - Roast pork sandwich with broccoli Rabe and provolone - American Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

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This is a must-see and eat great! The market lives and it is a way of life. It's one of the reasons I would consider living in Philly. read more

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It's been years since my last visit, so it was nice being able to stop by and try the sandwich again. I like that they open at 9am, which was nice and fit perfectly with my schedule for the morning. I went with the roast pork, cheese and hot peppers. The meat itself is under seasoned - not sure if this is done on purpose or not. You need to get the sharp provolone if you want the flavors to balance out. The hot pepper also helps - between those and the Broccolini - the flavors all balance out. However, next time I do visit, will need to try the brisket sandwich. read more

I missed the broccoli rabe memo until reading reviews post-lunch, so I guess I just need to go back as soon as humanly possible to OBLITERATE another roast pork sam? Right? This is the only path forward. Regardless, my pork with prov, sweet peppers, and onions was a game changer. This was my first visit to Reading and I was here on a business meeting. After walking around for a few minutes with no plan, we landed on DiNic's and I prepared myself to house a hoagie and also carry on a coherent conversation. Please clap. We took a moment of silence after the first bite, the correct kind of reverence for a sandwich of this magnitude. Simplistic perfection: soft but sturdy bread, and tender/mild pork, punched up for me by the sweet peppers. I ate half, had that special sandwich moment where it's like "I COULD take half of this home orrrrrrrr..........." and then proceeded to shamelessly press on like the savage I am. Three napkins and 40 minutes later, I walked home a new woman. Sandwiches. Ya know? Damn. I will be back (everyday?) and am excited to try more of the menu! read more

Back again!! Good sub, reasonable price. My only nitpick is I wish they had a small container of the Au Jus with the pork sandwich. The food court was beyond packed so we had to take it back to the hotel (15 min walk). By the time we ate it, the pork was dry. All in all 3.5/5, rounding up to 4. If you've never been, definitely try it! It's an foodie tourist spot. When I visit Philly again, I'd come back and try their brisket sandwich next time.. read more

Tommy DiNic's - Roast Pork Sandwich with broccoli tab & sharp provolone - American Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

YEP IT DEF LIVES UP TO THE HYPE MUST TRY! If there's any spots to check out at the Reading Terminal Market (RTM), this is one of them. I recommend the Roast Pork with everything (onions, peppers, provolone and broccoli rabe). Warning: the peppers could be a bit spicy but so so soo good to add on if you can handle heat. read more

Tommy DiNic's - Must order: Roast Pork with everything (peppers, onions, provolone cheese, and broccoli rabe) - American Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

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Fantastic! Juicy and flavorful....delivered in soft and springy bread The Pork was seasoned and tender! The Broccoli Rabe added such a great texture to it all....and some great savory veg flavor. And the Cheese and juices covered it all! Staff was very nice to me and the cook's were cranking it all out! read more

Tommy DiNic's - Roast Pork Sandwich! - American Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania