I'm sad to give such a low rating to a place with such good food, but I'll explain.
First of all, cash only. Yes, with an ATM in store, but still cash only. I'm not even deducting any stars for this, just mentioning it.
Apparently, you can't simply "try" or get a piece or even 2-3 from their famous tomato pie. You need to buy half a tray, at least. Of course, if you live nearby, come to visit with a car, or have been going to this store for years, you know these things and it's fine.
But we didn't. We came with our bikes a very long way, and even though the people were super kind to us, they made absolutely ZERO EFFORT to help us get some pie despite agreeing to get half a tray.
We just needed to move the pieces to their smaller packages (the ones they use for other breads and pies), which were so much smaller and we could use 2-3 of them, and it would've been perfectly fine. But nope. They wouldn't "move" the pie.
The cherry on top was them suggesting we get their speciality breads instead. Which we did. Then, after we left, we read in the instructions that they're supposed to be baked first... And they didn't mention that to us.
$10 for a bread that is not even baked? I'd reconsider.
With that being said, the cheesesteak with the onions and the sauce bread was the most delicious cheesesteak we've had in Philly. The pepperoni was yummy, too, but a bit more basic.
Promise to come back more prepared next time and finally taste the tomato pie.
Service
Take out
Meal type
Lunch
Price per person
$10–20
Food: 4
Service: 2
Atmosphere: 4
If it’s good enough for Frank Sinatra, it’s good enough for me!
A staple of the area, here you will find Philly’s most iconic tomato pie! Fresh and delicious, with reliably consistent sweet garlic tomato sauce that will transport you to nirvana every time you have a bite of this mouth watering goodness. Prepare to be satisfied!
Service is welcoming and friendly, and I haven’t been disappointed to date. Whether you are coming from out of town or another part of the city, you’ll be glad you did!
Be mindful the tomato pies come in half or whole - no buy by the slice here (but honestly how could you buy just one slice?!), and be aware CASH ONLY!
BEST tomato pie around! Family owned business that's been in the neighborhood forever. My Dad took me there when I was a kid for their freshly made breads.
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
I drive from South Jersey to get tomatoe pies. Hands down, the best. Nobody compares. Was raised off Marchianos tomatoe pies. My uncle would bring them to us for over 25 years until he died. I will still continue to make the ride to keep the tradition alive and because it is the best. Best tomatoe pie period. Thank you.
Service
Take out
Meal type
Other
Price per person
$10–20
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Recommended dishes
Tomato Pie