Big Joe's Sandwich Shop

416 Wanamaker Ave, Essington
(610) 521-2444

Recent Reviews

Kody K.

Great food, small little corner place stopped here on the way home from a job and would come back next time I'm here

Vanna Collins

In from Texas and this is truly an absolute treasure. Service was speedy and the Philly cheesesteak were delish! Def recommend!!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Hannah Brown

One of the best subs I’ve tried!!! Such a hefty portion, too. Get the cheesesteak! Service was awesome, such friendly staff. The inside is definitely a vintage sub shop feel. And after you get your sub, go down to the Governor Printz park two blocks away to have a picnic and watch the planes from PHL depart. :)

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Kevin Wroten

Hands down best food in the Essington area if u are ever in Tinicum it’s a must to stop in and get cap off with a awesome sandwich weather it’s a sub or cheese

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Andrew Luptak

Take-out only, but you won't be hungry after you have your sandwich from Big Joe's. True mom and pop operation, service can be a bit slow, there's usually just Big Joe and (I believe) his wife here. Place is a bit old and tired too, but you're not here for the ambiance, you're here for the food.But the sandwich is worth the wait. Even if you're a big eater (like me) a "Lil" version of any sandwich is sufficient unless you're buying for two or more. The Special Italian is one of my favorites and I swear there's enough meat and toppings for 2 or possibly 3 sandwiches! It's an "unhinge your jaw like a snake" sub (or grinder or hoagie) and it's messy and glorious at the same time. It's quality ingredients too and a great roll. I've never tried anything else from them, that's how good my usual sub is, but I hear the cheesesteaks are pretty amazing too.Skip the Wawa if you have time and get a sandwich from Big Joe for a true taste of Philly and eastern PA.

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 4

Service: 3

Rodney Branch

This is our Philly Cheesesteak place periodz. With a z on the end. Me and family love these subs.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Large Cheesesteak Sandwich, Chicken Cheese Steak Sandwich Aka Heaven, Fries, French Fries, Sweet Peppers, Chicken Cheese Steak, Can

Jack Janes

Always showing love ❤️ place is amazing love big Joe's cheesesteak a must try if your In the

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: 12 Big Joe Philly Cheesesteak

Angela Jordan

Food was amazing. Sandwich was big enough to last all day definitely will return. I ordered big Joe Philly steak cheese sandwich loader with grilled onion, jalapeño

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Angela J.

Food was amazing. Sandwich was big enough to last all day definitely will return. I ordered big Joe Philly steak cheese sandwich loader with grilled onion, jalapeño peppers

Keith Beaver

Great cheesesteak. Had the Big Joe which has onions and peppers. Came out hot and steaming. The peppers were a great touch. The service was super friendly and fast.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Large Cheesesteak Sandwich

Ed Morgan

First time ever eating here and man, let me tell you their hoagies are out of this world!And they have tater tots !Great experience I’ll definitely be

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Italian

Garrett M.

Any time that I am in Philly for work I make it a priority to come back to this place! Hands down the very best Philly has to offer when it comes to cheesesteaks! My go to is a 12" steak with grilled onions, mushrooms,jalapeños and extra wiz. I'm already watching my schedule to see when I'll be back.

Jason Rumohr

Pretty tasty, but have had better bread. If I stayed near by in the future I come back.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 4

Service: 4

Recommended dishes: Large Cheesesteak Sandwich

Andrew Miller

Food was

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Large Cheesesteak Sandwich

Dan Ioven

Had my first hoagie here today, I bet this thing weighed 2lbs! Not only was this big but it was delicious. Very friendly staff, great old school Delco sandwich shop.

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 5

Service: 5

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