What's the best place for a cheesesteak in Philly?

Question

I've read several reviews, and they all say Geno's or Pat's. I just wanted to get a feel for what people who have actually had Cheesesteaks in Philly have to say. Going there in May, and want a good cheesesteak.

Answer 1

Although Philadelphia is known all over for our cheesesteaks and pretzels, we have other great restaurants all over center city and the surrounding neighborhoods, but if it's cheesesteaks you want I'll give you my opinion. Geno's and Pat are for tourists, if that's what you are looking for then either one is fine, personally I stand by Pats not because of the steak but because he has supported some causes I'm in to. I agree with the other posters these steaks are a bit bland for my taste. If you want a good steak try the neighborhood pizza places. In Northeast Philly there is Steve's and Chink's both pretty good. Delassandro's is in the Roxborough area and tons of people swear by their steaks. There is also Jim's I know that there is one on South Street. Good luck and have fun on our city!

Answer 2

Pat's and Geno's are touristy, but worth the stop. Do yurself a favor and get "socially lubricated" first (drunk). Then, stop in around 1 or 2 am, prepare for a wait, and just absorb all that South Philly and that line have to offer. It'll all be worth it once you get your cheesesteak though. They're both directly across the street from eachother, so you may as well bring an appetite and try both.

Then there's Tony Luke's down on Oregon Avenue, under I-95 by the Walt Whitman Bridge. They're my personal favorite, and a little less assembly line / cookie-cutter than the other two. They also make a mean Roast Pork sandwich...get the sharp provolone and broccoli raab with it.

Other people swear by Jim's on South Street. Kind if ashamed to say as a Philly resident, but I've never been there. I'd think it'd be worth a shot though, since A) it's supposed to be good and B) South Street is some good people-watching turf. Lots to see down there.

Lastly, every single local corner pizza shop makes one. Some are better than others, and some are just plain terrible...you're just going to have to try them all.

You can try these guys if you're floating out beyond the city limits...http://foobooz.com/2007/01/chubbys-or-dalessandros/

Answer 3

for me- pat's over geno's. but jim's on south street has them both beat. and south street is the best street in philly. after your steak, don't forget to run up the art museum steps a la ROCKY!!! then get some italian water ice from a street vendor- nectar of the gods!! have fun!

Answer 4

ishkabibbles on south street pats and genos are not good at all.....(the meat isnt chopped u) thats not good.....or u can go to north philly and get it fron a corner store for 2 dollars!!!!!! (soooo good) but a beer place has the best cheesesteaks....(pizza stores too)

Answer 5

You can do the whole Pats and Genos thing and if you are.. Pats is wayy better than Genos. Jims Steaks on south street is also excellent and they have seating upstairs. http://www.jimssteaks.com

Answer 6

jims is good , but if you're going to the hood , go to max's up broad and erie open 24 hrs and pagonos on ogontz ave in west oak lane . genos and pats are overrated

Answer 7

Steve's Prince of Steaks

Answer 8

The best one I had came from a street vendor in downtown Philly.

Answer 9

Can't miss if you try Pats .......its the best. I also like Tony Lukes(I think its on front Street)

Answer 10

Geno's is my personal favorite.