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Hoagie restaurant in Tamaqua, Pennsylvania
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Hours
| Monday | 10 AM to 7 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 10 AM to 8 PM |
| Wednesday | 10 AM to 8 PM |
| Thursday | 10 AM to 8 PM |
| Friday | 10 AM to 8 PM |
| Saturday | 8 AM to 8 PM |
| Sunday | 8 AM to 8 PM |
About Tommy's Italian Specialty Shop
Tommy's Italian Specialty Shop is a hoagie restaurant in Tamaqua, Pennsylvania, known for Italian hoagies, cheesesteaks, and other subs made with homemade rolls. Reviewers consistently praise the fresh bread, large filling sandwiches, and friendly, helpful service. It is a casual, cozy, quiet spot that serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner, and it is cash only or check only. The shop also offers dine-in and takeout, with free parking and usually plenty of parking.
Amenities
Service options
- Onsite services
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Serves local specialty
Popular for
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
Offerings
- Coffee
- Quick bite
- Small plates
Dining options
- Breakfast
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Counter service
- Dessert
- Table service
Amenities
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Quiet
Crowd
- Groups
- Tourists
Payments
- Cash-only
- Checks
Parking
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
- Usually plenty of parking
Frequently asked
What is Tommy's Italian Specialty Shop known for?
It is best known for Italian hoagies and cheesesteaks, especially the sandwiches built on fresh homemade rolls. Reviewers repeatedly call out the bread and rolls as a standout, saying they make the subs taste better and feel especially filling.
What dishes are most recommended at Tommy's Italian Specialty Shop?
The most frequently recommended items are the Italian Hoagie, the Italian Deluxe, the Santa Fe turkey and bacon sandwich, and the Tommy's Super Steak Sub. Reviewers also mention regular and tuna fish hoagies, plus pizza and fried appetizers as solid add-ons.
What is the atmosphere like at Tommy's Italian Specialty Shop?
The atmosphere is casual, cozy, and quiet, with an older diner-style interior and counter seating or booths. Reviewers describe a familiar small-town feel that works well for solo diners, groups, and people stopping in for a quick bite.
Is Tommy's Italian Specialty Shop a good value?
Yes, it is generally considered reasonable value in the $10 to $20 range, especially because the hoagies are large and filling. Reviewers also point to specials like Tuesday buy one hoagie at regular price and get another half off, plus a daily unbaked pizza deal.
What should I know before visiting Tommy's Italian Specialty Shop?
It gets busy, especially on Saturday mornings, so ordering ahead or allowing extra time can help. The restaurant is cash only or check only, and several reviews note that the homemade rolls and fresh subs are worth the wait.
Is parking available at Tommy's Italian Specialty Shop?
Yes. Free parking lot, Free street parking, Usually plenty of parking is available.
