Old Original Nick's Roast Beef – American
Stepping into this legendary neighborhood institution, guests are immediately enveloped by the savory, mouthwatering aroma of slow-roasted meats carved to order behind a bustling, time-honored counter. Tender, succulent ribbons of roast beef and pork are piled high onto crusty rolls and drenched in rich gravy, often paired with the sharp, garlicky bite of sautéed broccoli rabe for a quintessential comfort meal. It is a place where culinary tradition is served on a plate, offering a warm, unpretentious atmosphere that turns a simple sandwich into a deeply satisfying, soul-warming ritual.
1215 West Chester Pike, West Chester PA 19342 https://nicksroastbeef.com/west-chester-pa/Rating: 3/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: American
Price range: $
Dietary options: vegan, vegetarian, dairy-free, nut-free, high-protein, keto, low-carb, gluten-free, pescatarian, plant-based, sugar-free, mediterranean, whole30, paleo, diabetic, heart-healthy, low-cholesterol, anti-inflammatory, atkins, south-beach, clean-eating, high-fiber, volumetrics, tlc, detox, alkaline, aip, carnivore, mayo-clinic, slow-carb, pegan, candida, lectin-free
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Saturday
- 11:00 AM - 10:30 PM
What diners are saying
Celebrated for its consistent and adequate service, guests highlight the reliable nature of the dining experience where staff are noted for being professional and meeting expectations. Reviewers appreciate the straightforward atmosphere, finding it a dependable spot for a standard meal where the service is frequently praised for being fine and without complaint.
Menu
- Roast Beef - $6.95: USDA PRIME roast beef, homemade gravy, Kaiser roll Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Roast Beef Combo - $7.95: USDA PRIME roast beef, aged sharp provolone cheese, homemade gravy, Kaiser roll Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Roast Pork - $6.95: Thinly sliced roasted pork, homemade gravy, Kaiser roll Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Roast Pork Combo - $7.95: Thinly sliced roasted pork, aged sharp provolone cheese, homemade gravy, Kaiser roll Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Baked Ham - $6.95: Thinly sliced ham, Kaiser roll Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
- Baked Ham Combo - $7.95: Thinly sliced ham, aged sharp provolone, Kaiser roll Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Roast Turkey - $6.95: Thinly sliced turkey breast, homemade gravy, Kaiser roll Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Roast Turkey Combo - $7.95: Thinly sliced turkey breast, aged sharp provolone cheese, homemade gravy, Kaiser roll Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Broccoli Rabe Sandwich - $6.95: Sautéed broccoli rabe, olive oil, garlic, Kaiser roll Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Mayo-Clinic
- Broccoli Rabe Combo - $7.95: Sautéed broccoli rabe, olive oil, garlic, aged sharp provolone cheese, Kaiser roll Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber
- French Fries - $4.5: Beer battered French fries Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, Low-Cholesterol
- Cheese Fries - $5.5: Fries with Cheddar Cheese Sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Gravy Fries - $6.5: Fries smothered in bits of meat and gravy (Beef, Pork or Turkey) Dietary tags: Nut-Free
- Gravy Cheese Fries - $7.5: Gravy fries with melted aged sharp provolone cheese Dietary tags: Nut-Free
- Mozzarella Sticks - $6.5: Five battered mozzarella sticks with marinara sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Gravy Mozzarella Sticks - $8.5: Five mozzarella sticks smothered in bits of meat and gravy Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Onion Rings - $5.5: Beer battered onion rings Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Gravy Onion Rings - $7.5: Onion rings smothered in bits of meat and gravy Dietary tags: Nut-Free
- Side Broccoli Rabe - $5.5: Four ounces of sautéed broccoli rabe with garlic and olive oil Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, AIP, Mayo-Clinic, Slow-Carb, Pegan, Candida, Lectin-Free
- Italian Hot Peppers - $4.5: Slow roasted long Italian hot peppers Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Detox, Mayo-Clinic, Slow-Carb, Pegan, Candida
- Dry with Gravy on the Side - $0.6 Dietary tags: Nut-Free
- Extra Provolone - $1: Aged sharp provolone Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, Carnivore, Lectin-Free
- Side Au Jus (5.5 oz) - $1.5: Beef, turkey, or pork gravy
- Half Pint Au Jus - $3: Beef, turkey, or pork gravy
- Pint Au Jus - $5: Beef, turkey, or pork gravy
- Side Cheddar Cheese Sauce - $1
- Side Marinara Sauce - $0.75