Uncle Sam's Submarines

(412) 621-1885

210 Oakland Ave
Pittsburgh, PA 15213 40.4412 -79.9565

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Neighborhood: Central Oakland

Uncle Sam's Submarines

Uncle Sam's Submarines

What People Are Saying About Uncle Sam's Submarines

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The Scene – Order from the wall-mounted menu and then take a seat with your number. The wait staff carries out the fresh-from-the-grill subs, calling out the numbers. Seeing the wares paraded around, in combination with the sound and smell of steak sizzling on the grill, makes the anticipation almost unbearable. – – The Food – The Ultra Philly cheese steak melds American cheese (or provolone) and onions perfectly with the tender slices of steak. The soft roll allows the sandwich to virtually melt in the mouth. The special Italian sub, made hot, has two types…

1 Star Rating: Poor

09/28/09

Garbage

by W4hl

This place dosn't hold a candle to Peppis on the North side.

I got a steak, and the meat to fat ratio was about 80% fat 20% meat... GARBAGE / White Rubish Subs.

You people need to go to peppis for the best sandwhiched in town...

4 Star Rating: Recommended

10/30/07

Impressive Subs

by theneilbmtc

I recently went to Pittsburgh for the summer, and being a Philadelphia native, I was a little skeptical when people described Uncle Sam's cheesesteaks as "Amazing". I decided to give them a try. I had half of their famous cheesesteak and half of the Italian Sausage Sub. I must say I was not impressed with the cheesesteak, it lacked that Philly touch and I don't even think they had whiz! However, the Sausage Sub was very good and the fries complemented it well. I suppose the cheesesteak is an adequate substitute until you've had a real cheesesteak, and is likely the best in Pittsburgh. The other subs I tried while I was in the city were impressive as well.

  • Pros: Most of the subs, fries, quick service
  • Cons: Cheesesteak
5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

07/21/07

Packed around noon lunch, and for good reason

by awesomefabulous

Uncle Sam's (in Oakland) is my favorite place to get a cheese steak in Pittsburgh. The atmosphere is also fantastically old school and the portion of food is hearty. If you avoid the expensive soda you can stuff your face with amazing subs and fries piled high with Frank's and ketchup for under 6 or 7 bucks. Love this place. Some complain about the wait time but that is to be expected from a place that makes everything when you order it, nothing here is sitting around. If you don't have a lot of time to waste at lunch go a little bit before noon or around 1 to avoid the crowd.

The Details on Uncle Sam's Submarines

Also Owned:

The proprietors of Uncle Sam's also run Fuel & Fuddle (next door) and Joe Mama's (on the corner). Get their reviews in our search.

Toppings:

Specialize the sub with nine other toppings. From eggs and bacon to peppers and jalapenos.

Eat In or Carry Out or Delivery:

Allow 15 minutes for carryout preparation (621-1885). Call 421-WEGO for delivery. Minimum of $3.95 for the order. Charge of 15 percent, also.

Students:

Pitt students can use their PittFunds food cards to purchase the food.

Smoking Permitted:

Non-smoking section available.

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