One of my favorite sandwiches in this city known for great sandwiches is the iconic Philly Cheesesteak.
Chopped or sliced steak with salt and pepper, grilled or sauteed onions, and melted cheese are piled high on a soft roll.
The cheese could be Whiz, American, or provolone. Sometimes sweet peppers, hot peppers, or pickles are added, or even mayo and ketchup.
Purists might balk at some of the twists to the classic ingredients or the new ingredient options, but others find them a delicious addition.
When asked if I was willing to visit various restaurants to see which ones would make our top ten list my answer was a quick, “Absolutely!” Who wouldnt want to taste test these marvelous sandwiches?
Below youll find our information on the two most well-known Cheesesteak restaurants, a top 10 list, and tips on ordering. Well go over the history of this delicious sandwich as well.
Hopefully, on your visit to the City of Brotherly Love, youll taste test a few Philly Cheesesteaks and find that you enjoy them as much as we Philadelphians do.
These two cheesesteak restaurants are natural competitors, as they are located right across the street from one another.
Both Geno’s and Pat’s are frequently rated quite highly and considered some of the best places to eat in the city.
Both restaurants are open 24/7, and they offer a similar quality of bread, meat, and cheese.
Best Reasons to Visit Geno’s
- Modern storefront
- Memorabilia
- Good presentation
- Sliced meat
- Flashy
Ultimately, these two Philly cheesesteak shops are so similar that it will be up to you to decide which one you like best.
Although some people will argue that the meat is blander at Geno’s or the onions aren’t grilled enough at Pat’s, the biggest difference of note is the atmosphere at each location and the speed of service.
While Pat’s is arguably a little faster than Geno’s, they also want to get you in and out quickly and they don’t spend much time on the presentation of the food.
If you’re looking for a flashier service, Geno’s isn’t always as fast, but they always make sure to wrap up their sandwiches and their storefront is always a sight to behold.
You can also purchase memorabilia from this restaurant!
For a quick Philly cheesesteak without the pomp and circumstance, head to Pat’s – but if you want more of an experience, Geno’s has got you covered.
10 BEST PHILLY CHEESESTEAK ALTERNATIVES
While everybody knows about the rivalry between Geno’s and Pat’s, many Philadelphia residents suggest that these two popular restaurants aren’t even the best place to get a Philly cheesesteak.
If you’re looking for an alternative to the two most famous sandwich shops in the city, consider one of the following locations instead.
TIP: If you want some help finding a good Philly cheesesteak, consider taking a Philadelphia food tour.
Steve’s Prince of Steaks
Like Geno’s and Pat’s, this classic style Philly cheesesteak frequently ranks as one of the best in the city.
Rather than chop up their meat, you can expect a finely shaved rib-eye with plenty of cheez whiz.
This is a great alternative if you’re looking for a traditional cheesesteak sandwich.
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