Welcome to Gaetano's Cheesesteaks
At Gaetano's Cheesesteaks, located in Hamilton Square, NJ, the passion for authentic cheesesteaks shines through every dish. The restaurant, known for its inviting beach-themed decor and exceptional service, serves up mouth-watering cheesesteaks loaded with perfectly grilled onions and sharp provolone on toasted sesame hoagies. Diners rave about the tender meat and generous portions, making each sandwich a satisfying experience. Complement your meal with their flavorful fries, from classic French to zesty Buffalo variations. With a commitment to quality and customer satisfaction, Gaetano's Cheesesteaks not only delivers taste but creates a welcoming atmosphere, ensuring every visit is memorable.
- 1280 NJ-33, Hamilton Square, NJ 08690 Hotline: (609) 588-8111
Welcome to Gaetano's Cheesesteaks, a culinary gem nestled at 1280 NJ-33 in Hamilton Square, NJ. This restaurant has rapidly earned a reputation for serving some of the finest cheesesteaks around, alongside a mouthwatering selection of chicken wings, sandwiches, and tantalizing sides. Whether you're a local or just passing through, Gaetano's promises an experience that goes beyond just a meal; it’s a celebration of flavor and community.
Upon entering, you are greeted with a charming beach-themed decor that brings a warm, playful vibe to the dining experience. The atmosphere is inviting, effortlessly blending nostalgia with a casual dining setting. With delightful details such as old school game shows on the television and witty decor, Gaetano's provides a backdrop that complements the star of the show: the food.
Highlights of the Menu
- Cheesesteaks: At the heart of Gaetano's offerings are their cheesesteaks—each one crafted with care and bursting with flavor. From the classic "Whiz Without" to options loaded with sautéed onions and savory marinara, there's a tantalizing choice for every palate. The generous portions come on perfectly toasted sesame rolls that provide a delightful crunch.
- Fries: Don't overlook the sides! Gaetano's fries are legendary, featuring options like Boardwalk Fries sprinkled with sea salt, and Chili Cheese Fries that elevate your meal to a new level of indulgence. Each fry variation, from the Buffalo Fries to the Old Bay Seasoned Fries, perfectly complements the main event.
- Appetizers and Salads: The menu extends beyond cheesesteaks, offering satisfying appetizers like Nachos Supreme and Buffalo Tenders. For those seeking something lighter, the salads—including the Antipasto Salad and Mandarin Orange Chicken Salad—provide a refreshing balance to the heartier dishes.
Many patrons have shared their love for Gaetano's, often remarking on the exceptional quality and freshness of the ingredients. Customer Stacie J. raves about her cheesesteak, declaring it delicious, despite the higher price point. The sentiment of quality over cost resonates deeply with diners like Michele L., who appreciates the down-to-earth staff and the attention to order customization.
The overwhelming consensus is clear: Gaetano’s Cheesesteaks isn’t just about satisfying your hunger; it’s about experiencing a slice of culinary passion infused with local pride. Every bite speaks to the quality of the ingredients—and the love that goes into crafting each meal. For anyone in the Hamilton Square area, or beyond, Gaetano's is the destination for a cheesesteak craving that won’t soon be forgotten.
So, whether you're a cheesesteak aficionado or a curious newcomer, hit up Gaetano's Cheesesteaks. Bring your appetite, prepare for flavor-packed bites, and enjoy the unique dining experience at this beloved local establishment.

Cheesesteak was delicious! With cheese fries . A bit pricy, $26 for a cheesesteak with extra cheese, fried onions and mushrooms, with a side of cheese fries. Customer service was excellent, very nice and clean restaurant. I would go back again, cause you only get what you pay for.....even though a bit pricey, the freshness and taste of the food was well worth it!

Cheesesteak is AMAZING They are nice people. They are down to earth too. I saw there was a lot of complaints about them not being helpful or sour attitudes, but maybe they don't know how to talk to regular people???!!! The first time I came to this location, I had already experienced a Gaetano's cheesesteak from the store that's further south from here. It was amazing. First time here, even though they have an example of what size each roll is ( to the person who seemed confused). I still asked questions. I may be particular about my food but I don't just order something and then complain about how it wasn't done correctly after eating half the damn sandwich. Again,!!!! So after the guy patiently answered all of my questions and we talked about other food places in Philly because I'm a Philly girl, I mg my order. I want to tell you it was next level!!!! Tons of fried onions and cheese with marinara and pickles!!!! Exactly what I asked for! You damn right I tipped!!! Although I don't go there as often as I would like, I do save it for when I'm ready to hunt my own cow for beef for a cheesesteak!!!! For example, I'm going there this Friday. Watch your cows folks! It's a little sketchy out there with me on the loose!!!!!

Everytime they hit it out of the park , I don't eat out often but when I do it's here and I'm never let down fat sandwich's are a must try.

Since our favorite road-trip location wasn't open, I found the next best option for a cheesesteak in NJ. This was a small restaurant & we were the only ones in there at 1:15pm. Very cute beach-themed decor; plus Christmas of course. There's lot to see and read from past awards and funny signs posted about. I loved the old school game shows playing on the television. I ordered fries and the mini cheesesteak w/provolone, lettuce, onion, oil & vinegar, no tomato. I thought the onions would be sautéed with the steak, but they were raw (WARNING - slightly strong). My hubby ordered a "WHIZ WITHOUT - that's a cheesesteak with cheese whiz (that's all that's on it). My stepson ordered "WHIZ WITH" - that comes with the sautéed onions and cheese whiz. All subs are served on a delicious toasted sesame hoagie. Man! The taste of toasted sesame!! Mmmm!!! The steak was very good (only a couple of bites of gristle) and the mini was very stuffed and satisfying to any hunger level. We'd definitely return if ever in the area again. Thank you for the delicious lunch.

In town for work and looking for something other than a chain. Found this place and was intrigued. Got a large 17" mushroom, onion and extra cheese with cheese fries. This place is legit. One of the best cheesesteaks I've ever eaten. The lady working was nice and we had a great conversation while she cooked. In all the craziness in the world it's good to know there are still some good people out there. This is a small family owned business I was happy to support. If I'm ever in the area, I will stop here again.

Kind of perplexed by the reviews for this spot! Granted, it's definitely too expensive (a 7" mini cheesesteak is currently $9.50, and that's for plain meat and cheese without any extra toppings) but the quality of the cheesesteak was pretty darn good! The one guy working there (I went near the very end of the lunch hour) was perfectly nice to me. Maybe not above and beyond customer service, but also nothing resembling rude. I liked the seeded bun and the overall flavor of my cheesesteak. To be honest, I don't know when I'll be back because of the price point, but I do think the reviews are overly negative for sure.

I'm not a cheesesteak expert. More an aficionado. I have tried many in this area but not all. I've found a few decent hybrids lately( ie not the traditional Philly style) and some ok cs's very close to home. For my fav in the area I had been going 15 minutes out of the township. After my first visit here, I see no need to go elsewhere. I've known about G's for some time. I almost went a few years ago until I read the reviews. I knew back then that Yelp was not infallible, but I also did not see any need to test these reviews. Cs's were ubiquitous, to varying degrees of quality. Plenty of others to chose from. Just recently this location was named in an article in the best cs's in NJ. My go to spot was NOT on the list. Other famous and noteworthy ones were on it too. I then asked around and my coworkers who live nearby all had positive things to say( about the food) Now for the exp: My order was taken in a brusque but not unprofessional manner. It was ready exactly on time. I was greeted more warmly upon entering, and was thanked for my business. The takeout bag smelled great on my short trip home. On unwrapping I could see that the seeded roll held up well, not soggy at all. There was a good portion of meat and onions were clearly visible. The roll proved to taste as good as it looked, soft but capable of holding its contents without disintegrating. The meat was tender and flavorful, onions cooked and not raw. Also of importance, nice sharp provolone that was evenly dispersed. This sandwich at least rivaled any steak I've had in the past year. The order of onion rings was also good, freshly made and definitely worth getting again. Of note, and not that I'm aware of their dine in policy right now. But the dining room is really cute, light blue colors and a beach theme. I imagine eating a freshly made and never wrapped specimen would be even better than takeout. On my next visit I may try one of their special steaks. There is one with grilled tomatoes and cheeses that sounded really good. But I don't think you could go wrong with any steak here. Looking forward to more research!