Reviews

Overall Total Score
3.6 out of 5
Very good | 1019 reviews

What Erika M likes about The Real Thing Towson:
Best cheesesteaks in Baltimore hands down In comparison to Philly cheese steaks. I don't like the fact that I can't preorder the food and have to go into the establishment to order it then wait. It's always crowded with a group of college kids. Which can be loud and annoying. Also it's cash only! Another annoying thing but soooooo worth it once you get the food. The subs are large and meaty and flavorful! The fries a... View all feedback. What Candra Harvin-Dorsey doesn't like about The Real Thing Towson:
DO NOT GO TO THIS HOLE IN THE WALL!!! Half of the items on the menu they don’t have!!! They advertise a shrimp sub but they don’t have shrimp. Onion rings??? Nope!!! So we ordered chicken cheese steaks with provolone cheese, and got cheesesteak with American cheese. I called, someone finally picked up after the 6th time, and the guy was so rude and hung up on me….won’t be getting my money again!!! Best cheesesteak, m... View all feedback.

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Restaurantji
4.1 ★ from 229 reviews
Amy
22.08.2023 - 16:21

Even though I haven't eaten in the restaurant, everytime I've gone in, there has been a neighborhood local just hanging out. The owner is clearly adored and the...

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Erika
22.08.2023 - 16:21

Best cheesesteaks in Baltimore hands down In comparison to Philly cheese steaks. I don't like the fact that I can't preorder the food and have to go into the es...

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Tyler
22.08.2023 - 16:21

It was the best cheese steak I've ever had. Customer service and atmosphere are nonexistent but I think it adds to the charm of this hole-in-the-wall place.Food...

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Jamar
22.08.2023 - 16:21

Ok, so listen I've had The Real Thing on my checklist for years I don't know if I told y'all, but I'm a Pisces, and as a Pisces, I'll be the first to admit that...

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Kevin
22.08.2023 - 16:21

Just a great cheese steak and fun back and forth with the owner. The inside atmosphere is early sub shop, but it all fits. Can still taste that perfect sub.Food...

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Int Restaurants
3.9 ★ from 787 reviews
Mackenzie
17.09.2023 - 07:26

Just as I remembered. Great tasty filled subs and fries. (Happy food dance) Friendly and fun service. It's truly great to see this familiar place is still here...

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William
17.09.2023 - 07:26

BEST SUB SANDWICHES MADE TO ORDER WITH GENEROUS PROPORTIONS-LOVE THIS LITTLE SHOP OF SAVORY SATISFACTION !

Yasmeen
17.09.2023 - 07:26

The best cheesesteak I've ever had. Better than philly.

Dena
17.09.2023 - 07:26

Best Cheesesteaks around! The bread is perfect Philly style rolls and the meat is thinly sliced quality steak. We always order The Real One because you can not...

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Jarod
17.09.2023 - 07:26

My favorite late night spot. The best people working. Friendly service, awesome food. If your hungry, stop here! The young guy Kim rocks! Be sure to order it To...

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Menu
2.7 ★ from 3 reviews
Katlynn
06.12.2017 - 12:58

Like not open on a random Tuesday at 11:30 pm; up date your ****! otherwise good ****

Borgar
06.12.2017 - 12:58

I just came from class and was in the mood for cheesesteaks and this place had some good reviews so I thought I'd give it a shot. I got the real thing with

Bradley
06.12.2017 - 12:58

Definitely don't know what the hype is aboutThe cheesesteak was lacking flavor and the bread was soggy after a 20 min ride home.

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