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Tony's Original Philly Steaks & Sharks Fish Chicken
$$ · Steakhouse

1538 E 87th St, Chicago, IL 60619
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Food Quality 5
Service 5
Atmosphere 5
Value 5
Consistency 5
Cultural Relevance 5

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Master Critic Review

Tony's Original Philly Steaks & Sharks Fish Chicken 8.0
Avalon Park
Vibes: Quick Bites Champions Group Dining Gatherings Comfort Food Classics Late Night Legends
A combo counter built around Philly-style steak sandwiches with a menu that also pulls in seafood-and-chicken staples for group-friendly ordering. The best move is to anchor your order with a classic steak, then add a side or two to turn it into a full meal.
Must-Try Dishes: Classic Philly cheesesteak, Chicken Philly, Fried shrimp (as a split add-on)
Scores:
Value: 8.1 Service: 7.5 Consistency: 7.8 Food Quality: 8.2 Atmosphere: 6.2 Cultural Relevance: 7.7
What makes it special: A steak-sandwich anchor with extra menu range for mixed-craving orders.
Who should go: Pairs or groups splitting steaks, shrimp, and sides.
When to visit: Early evening to avoid the latest rush.
What to order: Philly cheesesteak, chicken Philly, fried shrimp
Insider tip: Keep it tight: one steak as the anchor, then add one fried add-on.
Logistics & Planning
Parking: Mostly street parking nearby; generally manageable, but it can tighten up later in the evening when the late-night crowd hits.
Dress code: Ultra-casual counter spot—hoodies, tees, jeans, sneakers all fit.
Noise level: Moderate-to-loud at peak hours—easy to order and eat, but not ideal for a long, quiet conversation.
Weekend wait: 15-30 min during peak rush; longer if you’re ordering multiple fried items for a group.
Weekday lunch: 0-10 min typically; 10-15 min if there’s a small line.
Dietary Options
Vegetarian options: Limited—fries and a few sides may work, but the menu is strongly meat-and-seafood centered.
Vegan options: Very limited—best case is fries/sides; confirm ingredients and frying oil if you’re strict vegan.
Gluten-free options: Limited—most go-to items are breaded, battered, or sandwich-based; you’ll need to ask about unbreaded proteins and cross-contact.
Best For
Better for: Big, satisfying Philly-style steak sandwiches with enough extra menu range (seafood + chicken) to keep groups happy when everyone wants something different.
Consider Alternatives If: You want a real sit-down steakhouse experience, a quiet dine-in vibe, or strong dietary accommodation—pick a full-service spot or a place with clearer vegetarian/gluten-free options instead.