Brunics

Note: Brunics is open for takeout only. There is no longer an option for dine in.We tried Brunics on our recent trip to Philly purely based on its close proximity to our Airbnb. Walked up expecting to be seated, but found out that they only do takeout now. We ordered at the window and waited outside. We had to wait a little long for our order to be ready, but the owner didn't seem to mind giving me coffee refills while I waited.Love that this place is a favorite among locals. There was an endless stream of people coming to pick up their meals. While we were waiting on our order, one of the guys in line was telling us about how he had been going to this place for years. The food itself is simple, but you can't beat the price. Glad that we stumbled on this local gem.

Breakfast sandwiches are extra yummy and can be purchased all day long. But today? Today I tried a cheesesteak! Phenomenal!!!! I order mine S-P-K, light fried onions, extra cheese. Haven't had a steak made this well in a long time!!!!! Can't wait to come back again but in the meantime I'm going to savor this one.

Brunics South Philly a nice little Breakfast and Lunch Oasis on 17th Street. I'm glad the locals know about it because I would have walked right by it. The building was kind of dark. They have a counter and tables but were doing a lot of delivery. Good standard cheesesteak, nice little place. According to the menu you can get a Cheesesteak at 6 a.m. and breakfast all day.

Old school Philadelphia Luncheonette. They were really busy. I can see why. The food is excellent and very inexpensive. The service was south philly fun! Fries were great super crispy without salt. Friend had French toast, I had steak egg and cheese. Went before the Phillys game.

Yo Adrian!!We all were sure that Rocky was going to win that first bout with Apollo. He trained on the streets of Philadelphia ... he had everyone watching thinking he's gonna win but the count went against him even though he was the champ!This visit had all the markings of a FOUR STAR rating ... but a left hook lowered it to the THREE STARS noted above ... not too shabby and a good eating experience but read on so you can discover the reasoning.We are in South Philly, which to the initiated means you have entered a world where parking and obeying traffic signage is an afterthought. It is not easy to navigate the streets Rocky trained on ... they are narrow with one ways showing up out of nowhere plus the parking ... oh to find a place to squeeze your Lexus in can take hours. Those realities pull a star off of this classic city corner luncheonette's rating since many of you don't want to take on Rocky just to sit down to have breakfast or lunch.That reality kept the four stars from this review that the eatery itself deserves because if getting there is a 15 round battle ... most of us will be worn down before awaiting the judges' decision.But, if you get to this South Philly corner joint and walk in through Brunic's front door I guarantee that you will be treated like family! Lots of love talk abounds in these tight quarters. Dan working behind the register is also the grill man but he has tales of this very busy and very popular location that once summer is over becomes an all nighter for those pulling all night activities into their schedules.Brunic's is not designed for a big gathering of the family. There are eight counter stools two with backs (I almost sat down in one but opted for a table with a view ... of the restaurant.) and three tables set for four each. That's it ... city street corner eating simplicity and I haven't been called "sweetie" and "love" this many times over a meal in years (I thought Marlene might be hitting on me but then she shared the love with all of her other customers.).The menu has prices that will make you smile all day long! Lots of great breakfast choices and sandwiches galore for lunch time ... I have a feeling their Philly Cheesesteak rocks!!!I asked my waitress, the lovely Marlene, for the breakfast fav...she started a never ending list but with my arm around her I ask, "sweetie, what is your best seller?" She said the French Toast with a side of meat ... not the "new" sour dough but the classic. Get the grill goin' and add some spicy Italian sausage my breakfast is ready to be put together.She smiles ... "you like powdered sugar love?" You bet!! Bring it on!So, in all its simplicity I get a nice plate of sugary cinnamon flavored toast right off the griddle with a nice big slab of sausage. Brunic's isn't fancy ... it's not chef designed in a lab ... its good food in a classic corner spot where the radio noise and happy voices fill the air while the Tastycakes tease on the counter, and you know you will walk out feeling good.Time to battle the cars with many dents speeding through signs that say stop but yo this is South Philly ... get over it!THINK FOUR STARS if you don't mind the journey to this corner in South Philly ... more than likely you'll find a way back because Dan will be smiling and Marlene will be sweet talking you!

Decent cheese steak. It's more of a breakfast place, but the menu was decently sized with a few hot sandwiches. Friendly staff. Cash only!

Great breakfast sandwich, friendly service. I went in person to order outside and the delivery driver even checked to make sure I was taken care of before he left with his deliveries. Got a pork roll egg and cheese on a Kaiser, the roll was perfect and the pork roll was cooked perfectly- a little crispy on each side.

What reminded me of a Waffle House: South Philly Edition! If you have yet to try scrapple, make this the first place you taste it. Big fan. Real sp vibe inside. Roll was good, hot chocolate was clutch, and scrapple I could stomach.

Brunics has absolutely amazing food. I have tried a variety of items off the menu and I have never had a bad meal. The wait time can be very long in the weekends and that can be a turnoff. The building is also pretty small so if it is crowded you feel like you get it the way of everyone else. Overall this place has awesome food and a very friendly staff. I would recommend if you are in the South Philadelphia area.

Horrible customer service! I ordered from them via Grubhub and the food was left on the porch without a call or knock. We realized part of our order was missing so we called back and got yelled at by the owner...he accused us of lying as opposed to apologizing and offering a refund or re-order. I didn't feel like continuing with him so I hung up and decided to just let the public know how rude and ignorant he was.