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Pete’s Famous Pizza has been a Philadelphia Favorite Since 1980! Dine in, Takeout, or Delivery! We serve Beer and Wine for dine in, takeout, and delivery! We specialize in Pizza, Stromboli, Cheesesteaks, Hoagies, Salads, Wings, and More! We deliver! Catering is available!
This casual spot offers all the classics like pizza, wings & more for dine-in or delivery.
Address and Contact Information
Address: 116 N 21st St, Philadelphia, PA 19103
Phone: (215) 567-4116
Website: http://www.petesfamouspizza.com/
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Reviews
Joan L
I ordered the cheesesteak from Pete’s Famous Pizza, and it was delicious! The bread was soft and fresh, the meat was juicy and flavorful, and the melted cheese tied everything together perfectly. The portion was generous, and it came out hot and satisfying. The staff were friendly, and the service was quick. Definitely one of the best spots around for a good Philly cheesesteak.
… moreJohn Olsen
I’ve been living in Philadelphia for over 30 years, and I’ve tried cheesesteaks from just about every spot in the city. Nothing compares to Pete’s Famous Pizza. The steak is perfectly seasoned, the bread is always fresh, and the cheese melts just right. It’s the kind of sandwich that reminds you why Philly is known for cheesesteaks. After three decades here, I can honestly say—Pete’s makes the best I’ve ever had.
… moreBrandon Fry
Pete’s does some things pretty well but falls short in other ways. To start off with the positives, it has a nice neighborhood atmosphere that seems like a nice place to pop by for a sandwich and a drink. Although I only came by for pick-up, I can see it being a pleasant place to dine in with nice happy hour deals. The service was pleasant and attentive as well as I waited for my order.
As far as the food, I was pleasantly surprised with my chicken cutlet grinder, but very underwhelmed with the pizza. I ordered one of the cutlet Italiano grinder and was impressed with the quality of the bread. Each of the elements tasted good on its own, but the only thing lacking was that the chicken cutlet itself wasn’t crispy and the breading was quite soft. The portion was generous, and my takeaway is that they seem like they’d do a great job with most of their sandwiches based on mine.
The pizza was where I was left wanting, unfortunately. I ordered the “Pete’s special”, and while the first few bites were alright, it quickly became difficult to want to eat any more. The pie was close to sauceless, which was a major problem considering just how overwhelmingly salty the toppings were. This was, bar none, the saltiest pizza I’ve ever had, the cheese was heavy, and the lack of sauce made the slice I ate hit my stomach like a brick. The crust didn’t do it any favors either- it was uncannily circular, the center of the pizza’s crust was too soft, and the edges of the crust were like weird crackers. Another reviewer said it was reminiscent of Boboli crusts you can get at the grocery store, and I can understand where he was coming from. Maybe the most damming critique I can give this pizza is that I didn’t even eat the leftovers the next day or the day after and ended up throwing it out. The positives are that the individual ingredients for the toppings were all high quality, it just didn’t matter in the end.
At the end of the day I think there’s probably plenty of ways to have a reasonable experience with Pete’s. But when your name is literally “Pete’s Famous Pizza” I need a reason to pay more than double what I would have at a chain pizzeria, and I didn’t even get half a reason.
… moreAs far as the food, I was pleasantly surprised with my chicken cutlet grinder, but very underwhelmed with the pizza. I ordered one of the cutlet Italiano grinder and was impressed with the quality of the bread. Each of the elements tasted good on its own, but the only thing lacking was that the chicken cutlet itself wasn’t crispy and the breading was quite soft. The portion was generous, and my takeaway is that they seem like they’d do a great job with most of their sandwiches based on mine.
The pizza was where I was left wanting, unfortunately. I ordered the “Pete’s special”, and while the first few bites were alright, it quickly became difficult to want to eat any more. The pie was close to sauceless, which was a major problem considering just how overwhelmingly salty the toppings were. This was, bar none, the saltiest pizza I’ve ever had, the cheese was heavy, and the lack of sauce made the slice I ate hit my stomach like a brick. The crust didn’t do it any favors either- it was uncannily circular, the center of the pizza’s crust was too soft, and the edges of the crust were like weird crackers. Another reviewer said it was reminiscent of Boboli crusts you can get at the grocery store, and I can understand where he was coming from. Maybe the most damming critique I can give this pizza is that I didn’t even eat the leftovers the next day or the day after and ended up throwing it out. The positives are that the individual ingredients for the toppings were all high quality, it just didn’t matter in the end.
At the end of the day I think there’s probably plenty of ways to have a reasonable experience with Pete’s. But when your name is literally “Pete’s Famous Pizza” I need a reason to pay more than double what I would have at a chain pizzeria, and I didn’t even get half a reason.
Fiz-osaurus Rex
First time ordering from this place and was amazed. Elise was super friendly, helpful and welcoming over the phone. She asked me if it was my first time ordering from them and was extremely patient. This meant a lot to me because I had no idea what to order. She made some recommendations. The food tasted amazing. The quality was great and the service was fast. Truly, an amazing experience. I highly recommend this location. Elise can teach a college course on customer service.
… moreManny Matsos
I know there’s a lot of new kids on the block raving about how great their cheesesteaks are , but these guys have been consistently doing it for years. Check them out.
… moreLuke Sherman
When I moved to Philly I was so sad I left my old pizza shop in Ohio. I tried so many pizza places in Philly trying to replace it and I just couldn’t get it right, that’s until I saw Pete’s. I thought you know what hell yeah let’s get some Pete’s and I must say it was the exact same as my old pizza shop and i immediately felt like I was back home! The sauce is so good and the pizza crust is perfectly soft and chewy and crispy all at once!!!! I also tried their cheesesteak since those were also new to me since moving to Philly and I was blown away! I haven’t tried any other cheesesteaks since because theres are just so damn good! Thankyou for taking care of me and being the best pizza shop in Philly!!!
… morePatrick McCrystal
A great neighborhood place for sandwiches and pizza. Try the cheesesteak and chicken cheesesteak wraps. They are phenomenal.
So many other places get orders wrong or take forever to deliver. Pete’s is consistently getting this part right. Orders are always right and that food is there fast and still pretty hot.
It’s easy to take things like that for granted, but so few places get it right like Pete’s.
… moreSo many other places get orders wrong or take forever to deliver. Pete’s is consistently getting this part right. Orders are always right and that food is there fast and still pretty hot.
It’s easy to take things like that for granted, but so few places get it right like Pete’s.
GPH Family
To be honest my first time trying a Phillysteak in Philadelphia as a Canadian and i have nothing to say but praise it was delicious !!
… moreJamie HILL
Had the Veggie Pizza! Smashed it! Best we have found and traveled 38 states! Yum! #therollinghills2022. Semper Fi!
… moreAlon Shnayderman
Great for kids. Close to the museum. All was good
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