Having been born and raised in Philadelphia, I have spent my share of time in the Italian Market area, first shopping with my mother and then for my family. My first memories of this shop was eating a pork sandwich while waiting for the bus to go back home. It was exquisite then and still is today. This was over 40 years ago. The pork is tender and sweet, on a crusty Italian roll. It is not over-spiced like others just with basic pork juice goodness. A little black pepper and mustard with sharp provolone cheese makes this a must sandwich to have. While the cheesesteaks are good, a pork sandwich like this defines the essence of Philadelphia, a gastronomic experience not to be missed.
(5)
Steph M.
For a long time, I didn't know the name of this place. We just called it the "sandwiches you will like place," because a hand-lettered sign in the window read "We have sandwiches YOU will LIKE." As it turns out, that sign was true. After a recent remodel, the sign disappeared but thankfully, the sandwiches you will like did not. George's cheesesteaks are better than his better-known brethren to the south (that'd be Pat's and Geno's for you geographically challenged Yelpers) but the real sensation at this little hole in the wall is the roast pork and provolone. Unless you're Jewish or vegetarian, you need to eat one of these. Grab a handfull of napkins though--they're juicy.
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Linda S.
MmmmmmMmmm. You can find a philly cheesesteak at almost every corner in the city but it's nearly impossible to find a place that sells really good italian sausage sandwiches and italian roast beef. George's Sandwich Shop is located right in the Italian Market area. Order an italian sausage sandwich and you have a choice of sweet, hot, or *burn my ass* peppers.. The sandwiches here are enormous and very satisfying. They also have tripe sandwiches, hot dogs, crab cake sandwiches. Funny quote discovered here: "Don't divorce your wife if she can't cook...eat here and keep her as a pet." :)
(5)
ezekial f.
they definately deserve every star on here, georges ,located right next to lorenzos pizza ( the one thats good even if its not 3 in the morning) has the best roast pork sandwich on 9th street and ive had 'em all. however the things to try are the spicy bbq veal, w/ long hots(my fave) or the tripe sandwich, if you, like me have ever woken up hungover, this and a mexican coca cola are all that you need my friend. and its worth mentioning that the hot dog here for some reason tastes better because its cooked on that huge flat stove. GOD DAMN i could eat 9 of those dawgs. it also happens to be pretty cheap. if i can sound snooty for one second, the only thing that makes the veal sandwich better is a lil sea salt, trust me.
(5)
Erik s.
frozen steak and stale bread....welcome to cheesesteak sucksville population 1. There is another George's I believe Famous Georges in the Italian market that does have a pretty good roast pork but I cant find it on yelp.
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Brian G.
Oh, pork juice, all over my hands. So juicy, so tasty, so pork-n-provolone. Is that a little bit of garlicky awesome broth? Yeah, I'll be back after last week's experiment.
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Shawn R.
I would take a pork sandwich at this place over any cheesesteak in the city.
(5)
Herb B.
Awesome sandwichs. I have eaten everything they have to offer. Suprisingly have never been let down. Watch out for the long hots, they will sneek up on you.
(5)
patrick k.
The Roast Pork sandwiches are on point. That is to say, there's a ton of porchetta on there and plenty of juice. All the appropriate fixins are available: broccoli rabe, fried long hots, provolone. And to top it off the guy hands it to you through a window. Just something about sandwiches that get passed through windows. Delicious!
(5)
Dan Y.
Dissapointing, after coming straight from Paesano's II. I had high hopes especially after seeing the goods stewing behind the window. I had the tounge and tripe sandwiches with hot peppers. Right away you can tell the goods were not treated with care as most of the meat flavor has been boiled out of the meat before simmering in the sauce. You end up with bland chunks of meat with a very oily sauce. The tongue was a complete disaster as all of the mineral, beefy flavor was somehow lost. To top off the experience the man in the window had an attitude reminiscent of that Seinfeld character, the soup Nazi. I know its a walk up window but smiles don't cost a thing.
(2)
Mac S.
Food was good, and less expensive than most places. Good for take-out but wouldn't eat in here.
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Rick B.
I think its time the red squiggly line beneath RABE gets removed. Every Philadelphian knows the roast pork sandwich is one of the best sandwiches the city has to offer, if not THE best. 7 out of 10 times (or more realistically, 70 out of 100), I'm getting the roast pork with broccoli rabe and provolone. George's certainly is one of the top sandwich craftsman, and they nail it every time. Not using any names, but George's is definitely in my top 3, and the best in its area. George's fits in perfectly with the Italian Market atmosphere. Say what you want, pay, and enjoy it. Things like bread, cheese, and meat are subjective to many people. To me, George's cheese is not as sharp as other spots in the city, the bread seems a bit softer, and the pork is juicier, but the sandwich is delicious nonetheless. I think the softer bread allows the juice to be soaked in, all while giving the cheese a meltier texture at the bottom. Definitely worthy of many napkins! George's is one of my favorite spots in Italian Market/Bella Vista, and really makes me wonder why Rocky struggled to down 5 raw eggs before his run up 9th street, when he very easily could have slept in and enjoyed a roast pork sandwich...
I come here for their pork sandwiches which are good, but not the best I've ever had in Philly. The meat is always tender and juicy and the rolls are great. It's fast and friendly service.
(4)
Cassandra P.
I moved out of Philly 5 years ago, and the one thing I still often crave is George's Roast Pork. I was in the city on Friday and stopped by to pick up a container to take home for Saturday (it is Lent so I couldn't eat it though I was dying for it at that moment). The smell of George's shop is intoxicating! It's small and the place was packed for lunch, as well as had a line outside for the walk up window. I used to live in the neighborhood and ate there weekly. The service was quick and efficient. I love the old school, South Philly attitude of the man behind the grill! I have to laugh at some of the reviews of tourists mentioning the service as unhelpful or rude. They obviously don't realize that is not the case at all, this is just how us Philadelphians are. We are not warm & fuzzy people by nature. The guy made me miss Philly even more!!! I highly recommend that you eat a sandwich there and get some meat to take home because you'll be left with wanting more later. I love this place and always visit when I'm back I the city. Everyone in Philly knows this is the place to go for roast pork. Period.
(5)
D P.
Poor George! The woman working with him was disrespectful to me and also very disrespectful to George. My breakfast was the worst I've ever had at a restaurant. The eggs were runny (ordered over medium), sausage had no flavor, and bacon under cooked. I honestly felt ill an hour after leaving there (only ate a few bites) and spent the rest of the day very close to the bathroom. George's is not a friendly environment and food was beyond horrible.
(1)
Genevieve B.
I gotta say I was rather disappointed by our recent experience here. My sister was really looking forward to trying the T&T sandwich but they were out of tongue. Instead she ordered the regular tripe sandwich and it was quite bland. I tried some as well, and had to agreed it was bland. I ordered a cheesesteak and that was also a little bland, I think it would have been better if there was more cheese and grilled onions. Also they put the ketchup on top, instead of on the inside of the sandwich which made it really messy to eat, so If I ever go again I would ask them to put it inside the sandwich. Staff were really friendly there and everything smelled really good.
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Gideon R.
This is traditional slow cooked working people food. It's honest and well prepared. I really do love the tongue and tripe sandwiches and bowls along with the spicy veal. These are all slow cooked for hours and hours, very tender and the long hot they offer really completes the dish. I love this kind of stuff.
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Bobby M.
Made my annual road trip to Philly today to catch up on sandwiches and pastries. This is a hidden gem: Awesome TRIPE sandwich. Tender, tasty and served with a savory, smokey tomato sauce. Perfect! If you like organ meats, this is the sandwich for you. And it's less than $10. Get it with peppers and onions. Downside? The Tripe Sandwich needed a touch of salt. Another downside: Only six stools. and NO A/C!!! At least today. I also tried the cheesesteak sandwich which was also quite tasty and up there in quality among other Philly cheese steak giants but i was so caught up in the tripe that I was too full to honestly evaluate the cheese steak. I brought it back to NYC and will heat it up tomorrow or next week. .
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Joe W.
I was very careful not to review the George's down the street. With that said, I have lived in Philly all my life and this is the worst roast pork sandwich I have ever had. The pork was fatty, the provolone was weak, and the broccoli rabe was cold. I feel bad for the George's down the street. They have to share a name with this place, and I'm sure it hurts their business.
(1)
Laura D.
Solid option for a hoagie at a good price. While walking around the Italian market this past Saturday early afternoon, I was extremely disappointed to find Sarcone's was closed for vacation. The ONE time in years that I'm near the Italian market at a time of day Sarcone's is open and I'm looking for food, and they're on vacation! Geez, the nerve. Alas, I turned to George's. And wasn't disappointed. $6 for a foot-long sub stuffed with turkey and topped with L,T and broccoli rabe. Fresh, seeded roll and fresh, thinly sliced turkey... everything I ask for in a sandwich.
Way better than Johns. I was almost thinkbg that I didn't like roast pork sandwiches anymore. These guys got it right
(4)
Vlad G.
Totally a hidden/underrated gem, and the best cheesesteaks I've had thus far in Philadelphia. Really nice, conversational people, too, who represent the character of Philadelphia well.
(5)
Vern H.
This place is a true definition of the sandwich shop can't go wrong with any of the sandwiches on the menu roast pork being one of my favorites, I think the cheesesteak is underrated, definitely want to go to this place when you're near the Italian market
(5)
Jacob T.
Every Philadelphian worth his pretzel salt knows that Philly is home to not just one excellent hot, cheesy sandwich, but two. While our reputations hinge on the cheesesteak, the roast pork sandwich also deserves great acclaim. Now I won't sit here and tell you that "real Philadelphians disregard the cheesesteak and claim roast pork to be their own" because that's straight up ridiculous. We can live in a two-sandwich city and all enjoy ourselves. But I digress. You may be familiar with the favorites. John's Roast Pork, DiNic's, Tony Luke's, and the like. And while these fine establishments certainly all make delicious roast pork sandwiches, only one reigns supreme--George's on 9th street. If you know your sandwiches then you know George's. Right at the corner of 9th and Christian, George's is an unassuming eatery that features window ordering in addition to their indoor counter. George's has a limited menu--just braised meat sandwiches with few add-ons. Perhaps their best, however, is the roast pork, with sharp provolone and broccoli rabe. It's perfect through and through. Great roll, meat is as tender as possible, great cheese, perfectly executed broccoli rabe--it's just awesome. Plus, there will never be an insane wait. If you're in the mood for a roast pork, get to 9th street and hit up George's. You'll be happy.
(5)
Joanna H.
I asked a friend to give me a tour around the Italian market even though I live in Center city. I rarely come to this area and wanted to know where to eat and what to shop for. My awesome tourguide friend brought me to George's for breakfast/brunch. When you look at this place from outside and the moment you step in, you know it's a small diner and you're not sure how the food is going to be. However I was really surprised by the -cheap price -fresh food -awesome owner -fairly lengthy menu for such a small place -unlimited customers walking in/out My two friends got the french toast and I got a egg cheese sausage breakfast sandwich, which they normally give you on a hoagie bun but the owner asks if you want it on a normal toast which is what i did. Of course you can't expect the gourmet unique brunch tastes at George's, but once in a while everyone craves that -simple fresh slightly greasy homemade style breakfast food- and, if you are craving this, then this is the place to go! The food took a bit to come out (weird) because there is only one cook and we had a few customers ahead of us. But I would definitely go back if I go back to the italian market area. I want to try their sandwiches for lunch next time! Another plus, the owner is awesome. She can have a great conversation with the frequent customers (like my friend) and will make ur meal even better!
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R K.
There is no finer establishment in the world where I'd rather eat a sandwich over a trash can than George's. It's family tradition: my dad ate over that trash can when he was a student at Drexel. I ate over the trash can when I was a student at Drexel. But last time I was in the city my trash can was moved. I really hope they bring it back. It's our reserved table!
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Catherine D.
Looking for something tasteless, greasy, and overpriced?! Head on over to George's Sandwich Shop! What a disaster. The roast pork sandwich is listed as $7.00, fine, but any sandwich-eater worth their salt (or pepper) knows that a sandwich isn't complete without some toppings, and George's sticks it to you ever-so-casually: "Anything on that?" Unsuspecting customers will be charged on top of the $7 for what should be basic, included toppings. This would be acceptable if the sandwich had any semblance of decency, yet it is completely revolting from first glance to last choked bite.The bread was completely soggy and drenched in oil that was hot enough to burn my hand. The pork was entirely flavorless, the provolone and broccoli rabe couldn't even save it. I regret wasting my appetite on this disgrace of a sandwich. Do yourself a favor and go down the street to Paesano's instead.
(1)
Dave R.
One of the all time great Philadelphia eateries and a prime example of AMAZING Italian Market food. I've been coming here as long as I can remember and pretty much ordering the same thing every time. Roast pork, provolone, raw onions. Easy. Basic. Delicious. Filling. This is the third best roast pork sandwich I've ever had (first being Shank's near Penn's Landing, P&G Deli in Prospect Park). The bread is excellent and the sharp prov melts perfectly. You MUST eat this sandwich within 5 to 8 minutes (even 8 is pushing it) or it will be soggy and messy,. Don't go inside, order from the window, get it wrapped up and eat at one of the tables in front of Lorenzo's right next door. Everytime I'm even remotely in the area, I have to get a sandwich from George's, it's the best. The roast beef is very good too. Same deal as the pork, messy and wet, very lovely and tender meat. I'm not a huge tripe guy, but the sauce they use is excellent. That's all i've had from George's. Why order anything else?
(5)
Tuan D.
Ordered the TNT, Cheesesteak, and Italian sausage. TNT was bland at first, then I put a dash of black pepper and it was a decent hoagie, and at $7 it was a steal. The cheesesteak was a little dry, make sure to ask the cook to not over cook the steak, and at $6.50 it's a way better deal than pat's steak or Geno's steak down the street. The Italian sausage (hot) wasn't as spicy as I thought it would be. But will definitely be looking forward to the spicier flavor (burn my ass)
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Mark Z.
I have been here twice and love the food. My first visit I got a roast pork sandwich and the meat was tender as well as delicious. My second visit I had a meatball sandwich which was probably on par with my own grandmother's homemade meatballs. Also a friendly staff who makes you feel at home.
(5)
Jade V.
So yesterday we had the chance to try some of George's sandwiches. I'd seen the episode of Bizarre Foods even before I'd even moved to Philadelphia, so this had been on my to-eat list for a while. Unfortunately, when walking down the Italian Market, I'd usually already stuffed myself by the time we'd gotten to George's. Well, not this time. We decided to get the TNT (tongue and tripe) and the spicy veal. The dude working the counter recommended long hots and onions on both, so we told him to layer it on. Admittedly, these sandwiches are likely meant to be eaten as soon as they're prepped. I mean, the fillings are soaked in vats of stew for god knows how many hours (which probably contributes to their soft, soaked-in goodness!) and the roll is soft and absorbent--can't describe this bad boy as crusty. But, against our own better judgment, we did takeout and waited til getting home to slay these beasts. If you decide to go this route, you're gonna want a plate underneath and maybe some rubber gloves. "Soggy" is an understatement, but it doesn't stop the sandwiches from being little bundles of joy. The tongue and tripe stew seemed peppery and was my favorite of the two. The veal wasn't spicy at all, but was still delicious, and had a texture similar to pulled pork. If I grabbed another one of George's sandwiches, I'd definitely eat it on site.
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Shereen C.
Once upon a time, I arrived in the land of Philadelphia, and bravely undertook The Great Cheesesteak Mission. I tried Pat's, Jim's and George's cheesesteaks and George's was by far the best of the three. George's sandwich is solid but it didn't leave me hankering for another. To be continued...
(3)
Bill M.
Whether you're looking for delicious traditional options, or for a taste of the bizarre, George's has plenty of sandwich varieties to tantalize your taste buds. For the long haul I knew that George's was a prized South Philly sandwich institution; even if it is a little more off the radar than the likes of John's Roast Park, Sarcone's, the Pat's/Geno's monstrosities, et all. But like most Yelpers, it wasn't until I saw the incredible Philly edition of Bizarre Foods where our (and Federal Donuts!) own Felicia D. took Andrew Zimmerman here that had me intrigued. And while I wasn't exactly sold on chowing down on the tripe and tongue combo right away, I knew that it was a destination that I had to hit! My first bite of pure sandwich bliss was the hot Italian sausage (the normal hot, not the BURN MY ASS variety!) fully loaded with broccoli rabe. If you're looking for a perfect sandwich combo this is hands down it! As I gradually worked up the stomach to go bizarre I found that tripe and tongue (which isn't even on the menu officially) surprisingly make for another perfect combo. juicy and tender would be two adjectives you wouldn't think of in the situation that actually hit the mark. From cheesesteaks and cheeseburgers, to meatballs and roast pork George's definitely has plenty of the usual offerings done right. But when you're looking to take a bite out of adventure on your lunchbreak, it's a sandwich shop that's somewhat unrivaled.
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Lilli C.
Stopped in at George's recently for a quick bite to eat before work. I used to live down the street from this place and never thought to go into this sidewalk joint. I thought it looked dirty and probably wouldn't be good...but wow, was I wrong. I mean, yes the place is definitely grimy looking, but the hoagies are delicious! I got the spicy veal hoagie with peppers, onions, and provolone. It was so flavorful and was served on a really fresh hoagie roll. I lathered it up with hot sauce, and it was really perfection. I had a bite of my boyfriend's roast beef hoagie, which was also spectacular, but I think I"ll be sticking with the spicy veal. I can't wait to go back to try out their other sandwiches. I also noticed that Andrew Zimmermn was also here for his show to try the tongue sandwich....hmm...I am intrigued by that.
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Victor C.
If it's good enough for TV then it's good enough for me, that's what I thought. It was my first time at George's and of course I had to order the famous TNT. I love tripe and I've never had beef tongue, so why not! My first bite into the sandwich was bland and disappointing, and so was the second bite. But the meats were tender and worthy of the fine hoagie roll that housed the sandwich. After taking the TNT home, emptying the contents into a bowl, and sprinkling it with salt and pepper, the hoagie became tasty and flavorful.
(3)
Aliya Z.
During our first visit to the Italian market we decided to have a quick Sunday brunch in a small authentic Italian place. The first on our way we saw George's sandwich place (almost at the entrance to the market) though we just walked by as decided to explore the area more at first. However, we have not seen anything attractive further. So we just went back to this small sandwich cafe and ordered Philly steak and Italian meatballs!!!! The food was so delicious, home made, authentic and felt like an Italian grandma's cooking. And the price was decent as well! We would highly recommended to our friends who want to explore the Italian market and feel the atmosphere!
(5)
J. Spike R.
The balding guy may look crabby. But his service is prompt and on spot. As is the menu items. The place may look like a dive inside. And on a hot day it may be less than comfortable to eat inside. But it is all well worth it. My favorite is the Italian Sausage Sandwich. I always get the "Burn my ass" which is semi-hot for me. For vanilla folks it will burn. Also one can NEVER go wrong with the Pork Sandwich with Provolone. I even took a girl on our first date to this place for lunch. Yeah a bit low brow. But she still raves about the pork so all was well! Screw Geno's or Pat's for Pork. Take the walk to George's instead!
(5)
John K.
Went with the crew from work on a recent Friday and we were all disappointed by the sammies at this small-ish lunch counter in the Italian Market. I had the TNT, the tounge and tripe sandwich. Despite simmering in what looked like a tasty sauce, and adding peppers and onion - the sandwich lacked the depth of flavor I had expected. Tried Newton's roast pork here as well; as has been reported in other reviews it was dry and bland. The cheesesteak looked on the dry side, and Dan said it was "meh". Gil enjoyed the veal, that seems to be what to order if you go. The service was friendly, but don't waste your lunch on this spot when you can walk to Paesano's or Sarcone's.
(2)
Mike E.
Two different addresses for this, maybe? The one I entered said "1007" on the front door, and the ladty behind the counter called it George's Luncheon or something similar - so I wrote the review on that. Oh, well, either way, Saturday morning breakfast here has been a real treat for me. Keep up the great work regardless of the name on the door, wall, business card,...you get the point ;)
(4)
Zachary H.
Anyone worth their high blood pressure knows Philly's best sandwich is the roast pork. I'll never fully grasp why the cheesesteak would be printed on our $1 bills if we became our own sovereign nation because the flavors of pork are far more interesting and tasty. Differences in cook temperatures, marinades, and seasoning create more room for a better sandwich. Compare honor roll student sharp provolone against the short bus services of whiz and all doubt, in my minority opinion, is removed. This proliferation of great roast pork makes it easy to spot impostors; the bad ones that have the authenticity of fat Vegas Elvis impersonators. This is George's. The pork tastes like it was marinated in water. The broccoli rabe fails to add its trademark bitterness and if the sharp provolone was a knife it would struggle to cut its way through warm butter. If you're thinking about George's, you're thinking about the Italian Market. That's the good news; your thoughts have plenty of room to wander elsewhere. Let them take you away from this place.
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Ryan M.
Nice little sandwich shop with that family run feel. George makes a hell of a meatball sandwich with hot peppers and sells it for cheap. The bread is good enough to add to the sandwich instead of detracting. Next time I will have the BBQ veal which looks excellent.
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Walter C.
Unfortunately most of the reviews are complaining about the WRONG place!! This is not the Bizarre foods place. This is the best roast pork in Philly. I've had most of them, and this is so far the best. I've even stood in the loooong line to sit at Dinic's. Not worth the wait. It's not all about what's on T.V. Some places are just too over rated. I.E. Pat's, Geno's. Why pay $10.00 for a cheesesteak when you can go to Dallessandros for a better and really huge steak? Don't believe all the hype. Ask the locals.
(4)
Alexandra C.
Very surprisingly, this was by far the tastiest roast pork / broccoli rabe sandwich we tried at of the 3 nearby places in Philly. Moist, very flavorful - Delicious!
(4)
Steve L.
We really only ventured to this place after seeing the special on Andrew Zimmern's show. They showcased some special sandwiches with tripe and cow tongue, but we left slightly disappointed. We all shared the roast pork, tripe, and cow tongue (or I believe they called it something veal?). The roast pork was probably the best of the three, because it was really meaty and moist (moist is an understatement, as this sandwich ran its juices right down my arm). Although the other two were moist, I really think they lacked a lot of flavor. They were really bland! I wouldn't have known that I was eating tripe or tongue if someone didn't tell me. Maybe the market they serve to don't enjoy the texture or gaminess of these ingredients, but as an Asian-American growing up eating these delights, tripe and tongue can really be exquisite. Onto the next one.
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Brendan O.
Best Philly non-cheesesteak sandwiches around. Forget trekking all the way to Tony Luke's, George's will not disappoint! Meatballs, sausage & peppers, roast pork: everything is made with the best local ingredients, service is immediate, prices are cheap. For cheesesteaks, you still want to hit one of the many other nearby joints specializing in same, but for any other South Philly-style street sandwich you should look no further.
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Curtis C.
great hot roast pork sandwhiches, the cheese steaks are great too, they just take a little longer because other sandwhich meats are already cooked and hot, while they cheese steaks need to be cooked up. CHEAP and TASTY.....good place for an original philly cheesesteak in CENTER CITY thats still just great
(4)
Pam J.
As tourist one of the things we knew was a must is a Philly cheese steak sandwich. We ended up at George's and loved it!
(4)
G S.
I like Georges. I really like the tongue and tripe sandwiches and bowls. These things are $7.50. These are not gourmet things. During the summer, it's over 100 + degrees inside and that makes people working there not want to smile. Sometimes when people see a place on the tv, they see the interview and the owner smiling and kinda talking - these folks get to thinking that a place is somehow AMAZING and SPECTACULAR when, in reality, the place is just what it is and what its always been. This place serves up some very nice honest, working mans food, modestly prepared and there's no air of bullshit. Well, unless you get the tripe. And that is straight up barnyard. To the folks who saw the place on Zimmerns show, he said it like it is. It is what it is. Don't read too much into it.
(4)
Justin P.
Forget Pat's and Geno's. This is authentic Philly sub's right here. I love a provolone, onion cheese steak and these guys know how to make it. Bread is what makes this the best place i've been to. Why wait in line for 30 minutes at the tourist traps when you can go to George's and get a real sandwich. This place needs more credit, but I love that its tucked away in the Italian market which keeps it more accessible to the locals.
(5)
peter s.
Excellent tripe sandwich, with onions and long hot peppers.
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Darius K.
My dad took me here for my some of my very first street food back in the late '80s when I was but a little kid. We'd always get the Italian sausage sandwich, and it was always a revelatory experience. It was then that I learned that a fat scary-lookin' guy in a ponytail in a dirty hole-in-the-wall where you get served through a window and you eat off a trashcan outside is DAMN FINE DINING. Get a sausage sandwich here on one of their great rolls with red sauce and long hots. The menu says you can get it mild, hot, or "burn my ass hot." If you're up for it, go for the latter. You won't (or maybe will) be sorry. I only recently tried the porchetta sandwich here, and it may even be better than the sausage. Of note: I actually gave this place 10 stars but Yelp cut off the last five.
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Edgar F.
Having been born and raised in Philadelphia, I have spent my share of time in the Italian Market area, first shopping with my mother and then for my family. My first memories of this shop was eating a pork sandwich while waiting for the bus to go back home. It was exquisite then and still is today. This was over 40 years ago. The pork is tender and sweet, on a crusty Italian roll. It is not over-spiced like others just with basic pork juice goodness. A little black pepper and mustard with sharp provolone cheese makes this a must sandwich to have. While the cheesesteaks are good, a pork sandwich like this defines the essence of Philadelphia, a gastronomic experience not to be missed.
(5)Steph M.
For a long time, I didn't know the name of this place. We just called it the "sandwiches you will like place," because a hand-lettered sign in the window read "We have sandwiches YOU will LIKE." As it turns out, that sign was true. After a recent remodel, the sign disappeared but thankfully, the sandwiches you will like did not. George's cheesesteaks are better than his better-known brethren to the south (that'd be Pat's and Geno's for you geographically challenged Yelpers) but the real sensation at this little hole in the wall is the roast pork and provolone. Unless you're Jewish or vegetarian, you need to eat one of these. Grab a handfull of napkins though--they're juicy.
(4)Linda S.
MmmmmmMmmm. You can find a philly cheesesteak at almost every corner in the city but it's nearly impossible to find a place that sells really good italian sausage sandwiches and italian roast beef. George's Sandwich Shop is located right in the Italian Market area. Order an italian sausage sandwich and you have a choice of sweet, hot, or *burn my ass* peppers.. The sandwiches here are enormous and very satisfying. They also have tripe sandwiches, hot dogs, crab cake sandwiches. Funny quote discovered here: "Don't divorce your wife if she can't cook...eat here and keep her as a pet." :)
(5)ezekial f.
they definately deserve every star on here, georges ,located right next to lorenzos pizza ( the one thats good even if its not 3 in the morning) has the best roast pork sandwich on 9th street and ive had 'em all. however the things to try are the spicy bbq veal, w/ long hots(my fave) or the tripe sandwich, if you, like me have ever woken up hungover, this and a mexican coca cola are all that you need my friend. and its worth mentioning that the hot dog here for some reason tastes better because its cooked on that huge flat stove. GOD DAMN i could eat 9 of those dawgs. it also happens to be pretty cheap. if i can sound snooty for one second, the only thing that makes the veal sandwich better is a lil sea salt, trust me.
(5)Erik s.
frozen steak and stale bread....welcome to cheesesteak sucksville population 1. There is another George's I believe Famous Georges in the Italian market that does have a pretty good roast pork but I cant find it on yelp.
(1)Brian G.
Oh, pork juice, all over my hands. So juicy, so tasty, so pork-n-provolone. Is that a little bit of garlicky awesome broth? Yeah, I'll be back after last week's experiment.
(4)Shawn R.
I would take a pork sandwich at this place over any cheesesteak in the city.
(5)Herb B.
Awesome sandwichs. I have eaten everything they have to offer. Suprisingly have never been let down. Watch out for the long hots, they will sneek up on you.
(5)patrick k.
The Roast Pork sandwiches are on point. That is to say, there's a ton of porchetta on there and plenty of juice. All the appropriate fixins are available: broccoli rabe, fried long hots, provolone. And to top it off the guy hands it to you through a window. Just something about sandwiches that get passed through windows. Delicious!
(5)Dan Y.
Dissapointing, after coming straight from Paesano's II. I had high hopes especially after seeing the goods stewing behind the window. I had the tounge and tripe sandwiches with hot peppers. Right away you can tell the goods were not treated with care as most of the meat flavor has been boiled out of the meat before simmering in the sauce. You end up with bland chunks of meat with a very oily sauce. The tongue was a complete disaster as all of the mineral, beefy flavor was somehow lost. To top off the experience the man in the window had an attitude reminiscent of that Seinfeld character, the soup Nazi. I know its a walk up window but smiles don't cost a thing.
(2)Mac S.
Food was good, and less expensive than most places. Good for take-out but wouldn't eat in here.
(4)Rick B.
I think its time the red squiggly line beneath RABE gets removed. Every Philadelphian knows the roast pork sandwich is one of the best sandwiches the city has to offer, if not THE best. 7 out of 10 times (or more realistically, 70 out of 100), I'm getting the roast pork with broccoli rabe and provolone. George's certainly is one of the top sandwich craftsman, and they nail it every time. Not using any names, but George's is definitely in my top 3, and the best in its area. George's fits in perfectly with the Italian Market atmosphere. Say what you want, pay, and enjoy it. Things like bread, cheese, and meat are subjective to many people. To me, George's cheese is not as sharp as other spots in the city, the bread seems a bit softer, and the pork is juicier, but the sandwich is delicious nonetheless. I think the softer bread allows the juice to be soaked in, all while giving the cheese a meltier texture at the bottom. Definitely worthy of many napkins! George's is one of my favorite spots in Italian Market/Bella Vista, and really makes me wonder why Rocky struggled to down 5 raw eggs before his run up 9th street, when he very easily could have slept in and enjoyed a roast pork sandwich...
(4)Lou B.
I started off ordering sautéed veal with green peppers & onions once a week. Great local, fresh bread & delicious sautéed veal (but you might need a fork to finish it.) Then, I saw bizarre foods & tried the TnT (tongue and tripe.) Now I have trouble deciding what to order week to week. That said, I always add a container of tripe & side of bread. If I miss a week or 2, I find myself craving it!
(5)Alycia P.
I come here for their pork sandwiches which are good, but not the best I've ever had in Philly. The meat is always tender and juicy and the rolls are great. It's fast and friendly service.
(4)Cassandra P.
I moved out of Philly 5 years ago, and the one thing I still often crave is George's Roast Pork. I was in the city on Friday and stopped by to pick up a container to take home for Saturday (it is Lent so I couldn't eat it though I was dying for it at that moment). The smell of George's shop is intoxicating! It's small and the place was packed for lunch, as well as had a line outside for the walk up window. I used to live in the neighborhood and ate there weekly. The service was quick and efficient. I love the old school, South Philly attitude of the man behind the grill! I have to laugh at some of the reviews of tourists mentioning the service as unhelpful or rude. They obviously don't realize that is not the case at all, this is just how us Philadelphians are. We are not warm & fuzzy people by nature. The guy made me miss Philly even more!!! I highly recommend that you eat a sandwich there and get some meat to take home because you'll be left with wanting more later. I love this place and always visit when I'm back I the city. Everyone in Philly knows this is the place to go for roast pork. Period.
(5)D P.
Poor George! The woman working with him was disrespectful to me and also very disrespectful to George. My breakfast was the worst I've ever had at a restaurant. The eggs were runny (ordered over medium), sausage had no flavor, and bacon under cooked. I honestly felt ill an hour after leaving there (only ate a few bites) and spent the rest of the day very close to the bathroom. George's is not a friendly environment and food was beyond horrible.
(1)Genevieve B.
I gotta say I was rather disappointed by our recent experience here. My sister was really looking forward to trying the T&T sandwich but they were out of tongue. Instead she ordered the regular tripe sandwich and it was quite bland. I tried some as well, and had to agreed it was bland. I ordered a cheesesteak and that was also a little bland, I think it would have been better if there was more cheese and grilled onions. Also they put the ketchup on top, instead of on the inside of the sandwich which made it really messy to eat, so If I ever go again I would ask them to put it inside the sandwich. Staff were really friendly there and everything smelled really good.
(2)Gideon R.
This is traditional slow cooked working people food. It's honest and well prepared. I really do love the tongue and tripe sandwiches and bowls along with the spicy veal. These are all slow cooked for hours and hours, very tender and the long hot they offer really completes the dish. I love this kind of stuff.
(5)Bobby M.
Made my annual road trip to Philly today to catch up on sandwiches and pastries. This is a hidden gem: Awesome TRIPE sandwich. Tender, tasty and served with a savory, smokey tomato sauce. Perfect! If you like organ meats, this is the sandwich for you. And it's less than $10. Get it with peppers and onions. Downside? The Tripe Sandwich needed a touch of salt. Another downside: Only six stools. and NO A/C!!! At least today. I also tried the cheesesteak sandwich which was also quite tasty and up there in quality among other Philly cheese steak giants but i was so caught up in the tripe that I was too full to honestly evaluate the cheese steak. I brought it back to NYC and will heat it up tomorrow or next week. .
(4)Joe W.
I was very careful not to review the George's down the street. With that said, I have lived in Philly all my life and this is the worst roast pork sandwich I have ever had. The pork was fatty, the provolone was weak, and the broccoli rabe was cold. I feel bad for the George's down the street. They have to share a name with this place, and I'm sure it hurts their business.
(1)Laura D.
Solid option for a hoagie at a good price. While walking around the Italian market this past Saturday early afternoon, I was extremely disappointed to find Sarcone's was closed for vacation. The ONE time in years that I'm near the Italian market at a time of day Sarcone's is open and I'm looking for food, and they're on vacation! Geez, the nerve. Alas, I turned to George's. And wasn't disappointed. $6 for a foot-long sub stuffed with turkey and topped with L,T and broccoli rabe. Fresh, seeded roll and fresh, thinly sliced turkey... everything I ask for in a sandwich.
(4)Randy G.
Being in the city and recently watched Bizarre Foods Philadelphia episode, I had to track this place down. It's in the heart of the Italian Market, so you get to experience both the market and their sandwiches. You can either go inside where there are maybe four tables at e counter to eat or order through their walk-up window. I recommend the window since you get to see all options for ingredients. FYI, the pork, beef, and tripe options, you can mix your sandwiches. If you want to try the different cuts, you can order a sandwich with two or three meats. However, you can't mix the sandwich with the Philly cheese. When I came to Philadelphia I had one agenda item, to make sure I try a real Philly Cheesesteak. Why not try it at the place Andrew Zimmern recommends. I asked to have it prepared the traditional way, which comes with sautéed onions with the steak. I like how the cheese lines the bottom of the bun, giving a minimal protection from the juices. You don't want a full barrier since you want it to soak in a little, giving the bun that extra delicious flavor. This is truly the real deal. The steak is prepared well and cut thin to allow the flavor to come through. It was worth the trouble getting here I now ventured to the exotic cuts to try what brought Bizarre Foods out. To get a sampler, I chose the pork, beef, and tripe all on one sandwich. The first flaw is not having the cheese line the bread for a barrier for the juice. The juices although add flavor to the bun, it also transforms it into a soggy mess if you don't eat it in 5-10 minutes. Its not an option to "take it home" to eat it later. All three meats were cooked well. Its easy to over cook the beef and pork consequently drying it out. Not in this case. Both were still juicy and not crispy. If the tripe had been under cooked, it would have been too rubbery, but it wasn't. It too had the correct texture. All three meats couldn't compare to the steak. They all lacked in flavoring. The only one that looked marinated was the tripe in a tomato base, but none of the flavors came through. I didn't particularly care for the cooks attitude who also took my order. I mentioned that I was from out of town and this was my first real Philly steak. He wasn't any help or made me feel welcome.
(3)Glen F.
Way better than Johns. I was almost thinkbg that I didn't like roast pork sandwiches anymore. These guys got it right
(4)Vlad G.
Totally a hidden/underrated gem, and the best cheesesteaks I've had thus far in Philadelphia. Really nice, conversational people, too, who represent the character of Philadelphia well.
(5)Vern H.
This place is a true definition of the sandwich shop can't go wrong with any of the sandwiches on the menu roast pork being one of my favorites, I think the cheesesteak is underrated, definitely want to go to this place when you're near the Italian market
(5)Jacob T.
Every Philadelphian worth his pretzel salt knows that Philly is home to not just one excellent hot, cheesy sandwich, but two. While our reputations hinge on the cheesesteak, the roast pork sandwich also deserves great acclaim. Now I won't sit here and tell you that "real Philadelphians disregard the cheesesteak and claim roast pork to be their own" because that's straight up ridiculous. We can live in a two-sandwich city and all enjoy ourselves. But I digress. You may be familiar with the favorites. John's Roast Pork, DiNic's, Tony Luke's, and the like. And while these fine establishments certainly all make delicious roast pork sandwiches, only one reigns supreme--George's on 9th street. If you know your sandwiches then you know George's. Right at the corner of 9th and Christian, George's is an unassuming eatery that features window ordering in addition to their indoor counter. George's has a limited menu--just braised meat sandwiches with few add-ons. Perhaps their best, however, is the roast pork, with sharp provolone and broccoli rabe. It's perfect through and through. Great roll, meat is as tender as possible, great cheese, perfectly executed broccoli rabe--it's just awesome. Plus, there will never be an insane wait. If you're in the mood for a roast pork, get to 9th street and hit up George's. You'll be happy.
(5)Joanna H.
I asked a friend to give me a tour around the Italian market even though I live in Center city. I rarely come to this area and wanted to know where to eat and what to shop for. My awesome tourguide friend brought me to George's for breakfast/brunch. When you look at this place from outside and the moment you step in, you know it's a small diner and you're not sure how the food is going to be. However I was really surprised by the -cheap price -fresh food -awesome owner -fairly lengthy menu for such a small place -unlimited customers walking in/out My two friends got the french toast and I got a egg cheese sausage breakfast sandwich, which they normally give you on a hoagie bun but the owner asks if you want it on a normal toast which is what i did. Of course you can't expect the gourmet unique brunch tastes at George's, but once in a while everyone craves that -simple fresh slightly greasy homemade style breakfast food- and, if you are craving this, then this is the place to go! The food took a bit to come out (weird) because there is only one cook and we had a few customers ahead of us. But I would definitely go back if I go back to the italian market area. I want to try their sandwiches for lunch next time! Another plus, the owner is awesome. She can have a great conversation with the frequent customers (like my friend) and will make ur meal even better!
(4)R K.
There is no finer establishment in the world where I'd rather eat a sandwich over a trash can than George's. It's family tradition: my dad ate over that trash can when he was a student at Drexel. I ate over the trash can when I was a student at Drexel. But last time I was in the city my trash can was moved. I really hope they bring it back. It's our reserved table!
(4)Catherine D.
Looking for something tasteless, greasy, and overpriced?! Head on over to George's Sandwich Shop! What a disaster. The roast pork sandwich is listed as $7.00, fine, but any sandwich-eater worth their salt (or pepper) knows that a sandwich isn't complete without some toppings, and George's sticks it to you ever-so-casually: "Anything on that?" Unsuspecting customers will be charged on top of the $7 for what should be basic, included toppings. This would be acceptable if the sandwich had any semblance of decency, yet it is completely revolting from first glance to last choked bite.The bread was completely soggy and drenched in oil that was hot enough to burn my hand. The pork was entirely flavorless, the provolone and broccoli rabe couldn't even save it. I regret wasting my appetite on this disgrace of a sandwich. Do yourself a favor and go down the street to Paesano's instead.
(1)Dave R.
One of the all time great Philadelphia eateries and a prime example of AMAZING Italian Market food. I've been coming here as long as I can remember and pretty much ordering the same thing every time. Roast pork, provolone, raw onions. Easy. Basic. Delicious. Filling. This is the third best roast pork sandwich I've ever had (first being Shank's near Penn's Landing, P&G Deli in Prospect Park). The bread is excellent and the sharp prov melts perfectly. You MUST eat this sandwich within 5 to 8 minutes (even 8 is pushing it) or it will be soggy and messy,. Don't go inside, order from the window, get it wrapped up and eat at one of the tables in front of Lorenzo's right next door. Everytime I'm even remotely in the area, I have to get a sandwich from George's, it's the best. The roast beef is very good too. Same deal as the pork, messy and wet, very lovely and tender meat. I'm not a huge tripe guy, but the sauce they use is excellent. That's all i've had from George's. Why order anything else?
(5)Tuan D.
Ordered the TNT, Cheesesteak, and Italian sausage. TNT was bland at first, then I put a dash of black pepper and it was a decent hoagie, and at $7 it was a steal. The cheesesteak was a little dry, make sure to ask the cook to not over cook the steak, and at $6.50 it's a way better deal than pat's steak or Geno's steak down the street. The Italian sausage (hot) wasn't as spicy as I thought it would be. But will definitely be looking forward to the spicier flavor (burn my ass)
(4)Mark Z.
I have been here twice and love the food. My first visit I got a roast pork sandwich and the meat was tender as well as delicious. My second visit I had a meatball sandwich which was probably on par with my own grandmother's homemade meatballs. Also a friendly staff who makes you feel at home.
(5)Jade V.
So yesterday we had the chance to try some of George's sandwiches. I'd seen the episode of Bizarre Foods even before I'd even moved to Philadelphia, so this had been on my to-eat list for a while. Unfortunately, when walking down the Italian Market, I'd usually already stuffed myself by the time we'd gotten to George's. Well, not this time. We decided to get the TNT (tongue and tripe) and the spicy veal. The dude working the counter recommended long hots and onions on both, so we told him to layer it on. Admittedly, these sandwiches are likely meant to be eaten as soon as they're prepped. I mean, the fillings are soaked in vats of stew for god knows how many hours (which probably contributes to their soft, soaked-in goodness!) and the roll is soft and absorbent--can't describe this bad boy as crusty. But, against our own better judgment, we did takeout and waited til getting home to slay these beasts. If you decide to go this route, you're gonna want a plate underneath and maybe some rubber gloves. "Soggy" is an understatement, but it doesn't stop the sandwiches from being little bundles of joy. The tongue and tripe stew seemed peppery and was my favorite of the two. The veal wasn't spicy at all, but was still delicious, and had a texture similar to pulled pork. If I grabbed another one of George's sandwiches, I'd definitely eat it on site.
(4)Shereen C.
Once upon a time, I arrived in the land of Philadelphia, and bravely undertook The Great Cheesesteak Mission. I tried Pat's, Jim's and George's cheesesteaks and George's was by far the best of the three. George's sandwich is solid but it didn't leave me hankering for another. To be continued...
(3)Bill M.
Whether you're looking for delicious traditional options, or for a taste of the bizarre, George's has plenty of sandwich varieties to tantalize your taste buds. For the long haul I knew that George's was a prized South Philly sandwich institution; even if it is a little more off the radar than the likes of John's Roast Park, Sarcone's, the Pat's/Geno's monstrosities, et all. But like most Yelpers, it wasn't until I saw the incredible Philly edition of Bizarre Foods where our (and Federal Donuts!) own Felicia D. took Andrew Zimmerman here that had me intrigued. And while I wasn't exactly sold on chowing down on the tripe and tongue combo right away, I knew that it was a destination that I had to hit! My first bite of pure sandwich bliss was the hot Italian sausage (the normal hot, not the BURN MY ASS variety!) fully loaded with broccoli rabe. If you're looking for a perfect sandwich combo this is hands down it! As I gradually worked up the stomach to go bizarre I found that tripe and tongue (which isn't even on the menu officially) surprisingly make for another perfect combo. juicy and tender would be two adjectives you wouldn't think of in the situation that actually hit the mark. From cheesesteaks and cheeseburgers, to meatballs and roast pork George's definitely has plenty of the usual offerings done right. But when you're looking to take a bite out of adventure on your lunchbreak, it's a sandwich shop that's somewhat unrivaled.
(4)Lilli C.
Stopped in at George's recently for a quick bite to eat before work. I used to live down the street from this place and never thought to go into this sidewalk joint. I thought it looked dirty and probably wouldn't be good...but wow, was I wrong. I mean, yes the place is definitely grimy looking, but the hoagies are delicious! I got the spicy veal hoagie with peppers, onions, and provolone. It was so flavorful and was served on a really fresh hoagie roll. I lathered it up with hot sauce, and it was really perfection. I had a bite of my boyfriend's roast beef hoagie, which was also spectacular, but I think I"ll be sticking with the spicy veal. I can't wait to go back to try out their other sandwiches. I also noticed that Andrew Zimmermn was also here for his show to try the tongue sandwich....hmm...I am intrigued by that.
(5)Victor C.
If it's good enough for TV then it's good enough for me, that's what I thought. It was my first time at George's and of course I had to order the famous TNT. I love tripe and I've never had beef tongue, so why not! My first bite into the sandwich was bland and disappointing, and so was the second bite. But the meats were tender and worthy of the fine hoagie roll that housed the sandwich. After taking the TNT home, emptying the contents into a bowl, and sprinkling it with salt and pepper, the hoagie became tasty and flavorful.
(3)Aliya Z.
During our first visit to the Italian market we decided to have a quick Sunday brunch in a small authentic Italian place. The first on our way we saw George's sandwich place (almost at the entrance to the market) though we just walked by as decided to explore the area more at first. However, we have not seen anything attractive further. So we just went back to this small sandwich cafe and ordered Philly steak and Italian meatballs!!!! The food was so delicious, home made, authentic and felt like an Italian grandma's cooking. And the price was decent as well! We would highly recommended to our friends who want to explore the Italian market and feel the atmosphere!
(5)J. Spike R.
The balding guy may look crabby. But his service is prompt and on spot. As is the menu items. The place may look like a dive inside. And on a hot day it may be less than comfortable to eat inside. But it is all well worth it. My favorite is the Italian Sausage Sandwich. I always get the "Burn my ass" which is semi-hot for me. For vanilla folks it will burn. Also one can NEVER go wrong with the Pork Sandwich with Provolone. I even took a girl on our first date to this place for lunch. Yeah a bit low brow. But she still raves about the pork so all was well! Screw Geno's or Pat's for Pork. Take the walk to George's instead!
(5)John K.
Went with the crew from work on a recent Friday and we were all disappointed by the sammies at this small-ish lunch counter in the Italian Market. I had the TNT, the tounge and tripe sandwich. Despite simmering in what looked like a tasty sauce, and adding peppers and onion - the sandwich lacked the depth of flavor I had expected. Tried Newton's roast pork here as well; as has been reported in other reviews it was dry and bland. The cheesesteak looked on the dry side, and Dan said it was "meh". Gil enjoyed the veal, that seems to be what to order if you go. The service was friendly, but don't waste your lunch on this spot when you can walk to Paesano's or Sarcone's.
(2)Mike E.
Two different addresses for this, maybe? The one I entered said "1007" on the front door, and the ladty behind the counter called it George's Luncheon or something similar - so I wrote the review on that. Oh, well, either way, Saturday morning breakfast here has been a real treat for me. Keep up the great work regardless of the name on the door, wall, business card,...you get the point ;)
(4)Zachary H.
Anyone worth their high blood pressure knows Philly's best sandwich is the roast pork. I'll never fully grasp why the cheesesteak would be printed on our $1 bills if we became our own sovereign nation because the flavors of pork are far more interesting and tasty. Differences in cook temperatures, marinades, and seasoning create more room for a better sandwich. Compare honor roll student sharp provolone against the short bus services of whiz and all doubt, in my minority opinion, is removed. This proliferation of great roast pork makes it easy to spot impostors; the bad ones that have the authenticity of fat Vegas Elvis impersonators. This is George's. The pork tastes like it was marinated in water. The broccoli rabe fails to add its trademark bitterness and if the sharp provolone was a knife it would struggle to cut its way through warm butter. If you're thinking about George's, you're thinking about the Italian Market. That's the good news; your thoughts have plenty of room to wander elsewhere. Let them take you away from this place.
(2)Ryan M.
Nice little sandwich shop with that family run feel. George makes a hell of a meatball sandwich with hot peppers and sells it for cheap. The bread is good enough to add to the sandwich instead of detracting. Next time I will have the BBQ veal which looks excellent.
(4)Walter C.
Unfortunately most of the reviews are complaining about the WRONG place!! This is not the Bizarre foods place. This is the best roast pork in Philly. I've had most of them, and this is so far the best. I've even stood in the loooong line to sit at Dinic's. Not worth the wait. It's not all about what's on T.V. Some places are just too over rated. I.E. Pat's, Geno's. Why pay $10.00 for a cheesesteak when you can go to Dallessandros for a better and really huge steak? Don't believe all the hype. Ask the locals.
(4)Alexandra C.
Very surprisingly, this was by far the tastiest roast pork / broccoli rabe sandwich we tried at of the 3 nearby places in Philly. Moist, very flavorful - Delicious!
(4)Steve L.
We really only ventured to this place after seeing the special on Andrew Zimmern's show. They showcased some special sandwiches with tripe and cow tongue, but we left slightly disappointed. We all shared the roast pork, tripe, and cow tongue (or I believe they called it something veal?). The roast pork was probably the best of the three, because it was really meaty and moist (moist is an understatement, as this sandwich ran its juices right down my arm). Although the other two were moist, I really think they lacked a lot of flavor. They were really bland! I wouldn't have known that I was eating tripe or tongue if someone didn't tell me. Maybe the market they serve to don't enjoy the texture or gaminess of these ingredients, but as an Asian-American growing up eating these delights, tripe and tongue can really be exquisite. Onto the next one.
(2)Brendan O.
Best Philly non-cheesesteak sandwiches around. Forget trekking all the way to Tony Luke's, George's will not disappoint! Meatballs, sausage & peppers, roast pork: everything is made with the best local ingredients, service is immediate, prices are cheap. For cheesesteaks, you still want to hit one of the many other nearby joints specializing in same, but for any other South Philly-style street sandwich you should look no further.
(5)Curtis C.
great hot roast pork sandwhiches, the cheese steaks are great too, they just take a little longer because other sandwhich meats are already cooked and hot, while they cheese steaks need to be cooked up. CHEAP and TASTY.....good place for an original philly cheesesteak in CENTER CITY thats still just great
(4)Pam J.
As tourist one of the things we knew was a must is a Philly cheese steak sandwich. We ended up at George's and loved it!
(4)G S.
I like Georges. I really like the tongue and tripe sandwiches and bowls. These things are $7.50. These are not gourmet things. During the summer, it's over 100 + degrees inside and that makes people working there not want to smile. Sometimes when people see a place on the tv, they see the interview and the owner smiling and kinda talking - these folks get to thinking that a place is somehow AMAZING and SPECTACULAR when, in reality, the place is just what it is and what its always been. This place serves up some very nice honest, working mans food, modestly prepared and there's no air of bullshit. Well, unless you get the tripe. And that is straight up barnyard. To the folks who saw the place on Zimmerns show, he said it like it is. It is what it is. Don't read too much into it.
(4)Justin P.
Forget Pat's and Geno's. This is authentic Philly sub's right here. I love a provolone, onion cheese steak and these guys know how to make it. Bread is what makes this the best place i've been to. Why wait in line for 30 minutes at the tourist traps when you can go to George's and get a real sandwich. This place needs more credit, but I love that its tucked away in the Italian market which keeps it more accessible to the locals.
(5)peter s.
Excellent tripe sandwich, with onions and long hot peppers.
(4)Darius K.
My dad took me here for my some of my very first street food back in the late '80s when I was but a little kid. We'd always get the Italian sausage sandwich, and it was always a revelatory experience. It was then that I learned that a fat scary-lookin' guy in a ponytail in a dirty hole-in-the-wall where you get served through a window and you eat off a trashcan outside is DAMN FINE DINING. Get a sausage sandwich here on one of their great rolls with red sauce and long hots. The menu says you can get it mild, hot, or "burn my ass hot." If you're up for it, go for the latter. You won't (or maybe will) be sorry. I only recently tried the porchetta sandwich here, and it may even be better than the sausage. Of note: I actually gave this place 10 stars but Yelp cut off the last five.
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