Where can I get a great cheesesteak near Palo Alto?”
Amato’s Restaurant 1162 Saratoga Avenue San Jose, CA 95129 (408) 246-4007 Amato’s serves real philly cheesesteaks. If you’ve never had one, you should go just to try this out – from the big truck out front with the Eagles paraphernalia to the accents and attire of the grillmeister and Mom at the cash register – everything is authentic Philadelphia. The cheesesteaks are why people come here, and they are pretty good. Portions are humongous, and you can easily make a ‘large’ last through lunch AND dinner. Seating is varied – bar style along the wall, inside chairs and tables by the front, and outside picnic tables with umbrellas. You’ll want outside on a nice day. Takes a little while to get your food, but it’ll be served piping hot. If you get a drink, refills are free. Prices are reasonable – a little more expensive than the average. About $10 a person. The location isn’t that great – a little strip mall on the left which you’ll miss if you aren’t looking for it. There’s a tattoo parlo
