Paul’s Pizza

Served it’s purpose. If you are spending a day in the jewelry district, then this is a good option to stop for something quick and adequate to eat. They don’t serve slices, and are a cash only business. Cash only to me equates with trying to avoid business tax. For that reason I would expect the staff to be a bit friendlier. Not the case here. I thought it was fine, but I will not be running back here anytime soon unless I am needing to spend several hours in the jewelry district.

Awesome chicken cheesesteak with mushrooms and onions. They take a boneless chicken breast and cook it on the grill. Fries? They are made to order and overflow a dinner plate.

I don’t usually do 2 Unilocal reviews in one day, but let me tell you HONEY!!! This place is the real deal! Now, being a Philly native and having lived in and visited a couple of different cities domestically and internationally, I am ALWAYS on the prowl for good food joints. And with all the foo foo spots that Philadelphia is opening, it is great to see that Paul’s is thriving well amidst all the chaos.
So, yesterday, coworkers and I visited Paul’s. We got cheesesteaks, BBQ wings, and a chicken sandwich. This was one of the BEST lunches that I have had while working in this part of downtown. The cheesesteak I ate was just how I like it: lots of meat, cheese, a bit of mayo and fried onions (it ain’t a cheesesteak without fried onions). I was in heaven for all 10 minutes that I enjoyed that bad boy.
From now on, it will definitely be a go to spot for me. Planning on getting some cheese fries from there later this week. For the price, the serving is huge. I saw a couple of other people order some while we were there and I am excited! Yes, food makes me feel good; but GOOD FOOD makes me excited.

Cash only. Lots of sandwich options, along with pizza. Local type place, good stuff here!

From out of town, happened upon this place for breakfast. Amazing omelettes brought us back the next day for a try at a cheese steak after a disappointing experience across town. They delivered again putting a surprise ingredient on it. Tomato sauce. Amazing food. Staff makes you feel like family. Decent prices. Would recommend to anybody. Great locals haunt and a great overall experience.

Great casual breakfast and lunch spot! Food is always fresh and the staff is really nice.

I work a block away from this place and have been going there for years. Best chicken finger platter Ive had. They also make a little-​known chicken cheese steak with pepperoni and mayo. It sounds disgusting but tastes amazing. Give it a try!
I also refer tourists here who stop me on the street and ask where they can get a decent Philly steak.

Not many pizza choices in this area. This place is pretty good.

Absolutely love their cheese steaks! I mean I don’t think they get any better! Even my 2 and 4 year old nephews loved the food. And if a place can keep toddlers eating you know it must be good!

They serve breakfast!!!
Stayed 8^th and Locust and wanted breakfast.
Stumbled upon this in the midst of jewelry stores.
Old 70’s décor but who cares. $ 12 for breakfast for two which included side items and steaming hot coffee served quickly and with a smile. Can’t beat that price in Olde City.

It’s like walkin into an old 80s pizza shop. Pizza is blah but their subs are Gi-​norous. One sub feeds a small village of two.

You pay for what you get here. They aren’t pricey, but their food lacks some flavor.
My biggest complaint was my boss and I ordered take out here yesterday. There was just two of us. 2 hot sandwiches and a side of cheese fries. In the bag they gave us 8 forks, 12 packets of ketchup, and enough salt & pepper to satisfy a small army.
Needless to say, our office kitchen is well stocked for the next month.

By far the best Pizza Steak in Philly!
The crew that work there are family and treat you like such.

I know it’s ridiculous to review an old school pizza joint, but here I am anyway… There is only one way to mess up pizza and that is to not cook it. Thumbs up for the cool décor though.