Zandy's Steak Shop

Cash only! We visited from out of state & found Zandy’s via a reddit feed of best cheese steaks in PA; did not disappoint! The cheese steak made it into my top 3 best. Fried pierogies were great. Great local vibe, they’ve been around since 1940 after all! Staff were friendly & welcoming, would definitely recommend coming here for a local & historical experience.

Great cheese steaks! One of the best i've had for sure. And make sure to get the sauce cause they're making it fresh in house! Also the pierogies were very good and the prices are great! Owned and operated by a super nice couple. Cool atmosphere for sure! Me and my bros will be coming back here for a long time!

I visited this place twice, and the taste was exactly as I remembered — juicy, soft, and tender. The bread is very soft, and the juicy meat and pickles go perfectly together. The two grandpas are always friendly, sweet, and humorous. After your meal, I recommend visiting the Allentown Art Museum nearby. It’s a small but fascinating museum with plenty to see, and admission is free.

It may not be the most lively restaurant visually, its kind employees and sandwiches make up for it. The Allentown cheese steak sandwich is one the best sandwich I’d ever had.

I have been driving past this place for a while and kept saying I gave to try it. It was worth the wait. It's a mom & pop place with a simple menu of Pennsylvania favorites. The steak sandwich was loaded with meat, topped with pickles, sauce and peppers, and well seasoned. Onion rings were crunchy and fries were crispy. Table and counter seating available. Friendly staff and classic decor, definitely a place to visit again. Business is cash only. The ATM on site charges a hefty fee for withdrawal.