Sherri McCoy
Google
Today, my sister and I had the opportunity to try Mad Dad's Philly for the first time. While we were pleased with the quality of the food, we were a bit surprised by the portion sizes given the price. At nearly $20 per meal, the servings felt noticeably smaller than expected.
Philly Cheesesteak:
The cheesesteak itself was flavorful and well-prepared, but we found it lacking in toppings. Despite being advertised as a 10-inch sandwich, it resembled more of a hot dog bun size, around 6 inches. Additionally, the sandwich had only a few sparse bites of onion, which left us wanting a bit more variety in each bite.
French Fries:
The fries were definitely a highlight, crispy, well-seasoned, and served hot. They had the perfect balance of crunch and flavor.
Chicken Wings:
Since we planned to share, we ordered two different flavors of chicken wings. Unfortunately, they were all tossed together in one box without a liner, causing the sauces to mix and leak from the bottom. While this made it a bit messy and challenging to separate flavors, we were eventually able to distinguish them.
The teriyaki wings had a familiar, standard taste, similar to what you'd find at most restaurants. On the other hand, the blueberry sriracha wings offered a unique twist. We expected a balance of sweet and spicy, but the flavor leaned more toward a spicy plum sauce, lacking the sweetness we anticipated.
Beverages:
The meal combo came with a simple 12 oz can of Pepsi product. While there were other items on the menu, this was all we tried during our visit.
Final Thoughts:
Overall, the food quality was decent, with a few standout flavors and well-prepared items. However, the portion sizes did not quite match the price point, and a bit more attention to detail, like separating wing flavors, would have made the experience more enjoyable. We might give it another try to explore more of the menu, but these were our initial impressions.