If I could give them 10 stars I would -…read more Best cheesesteak in Philly - BEST the BEST THE MENU is on point and explains things well. CASH ONLY - in at least 5 places so be prepared . Michelin rated and I see why - the steak was soooo good Mushroom pizza chess team with sharp provolone and sweet peppers for the win. Very efficient service - they take your order in one spot - you name goes in a sign- they announce your name when you food is ready and then you pick up And pay- easy- very easy It's a corner store , - park in the neighborhood and you can eat to go or outside - - choices - we got it to go and ate in the car- well worth the effort . We will be back- I shoulda got a shirt- next time I come back- I'm here - I brought my partner and she loved it- you will too

I hate to say it, but this was one of the most overrated cheesesteaks I've ever tried. Maybe I'm…read moremissing something, but I genuinely don't understand the hype surrounding Philly cheesesteaks after this experience. The bread? Absolutely the star of the show--fresh, soft, and delicious. Unfortunately, that's where the excitement ended for me. The steak itself was surprisingly bland and severely underseasoned, lacking the flavor and punch I was expecting. After just two bites, I was completely done. I came in expecting an iconic food experience and left disappointed. If this is considered one of the best, then Philly cheesesteaks might just not be for me. For my taste buds, this one was a definite bust.

Easy...repeat EASY 5-start sandwich…read more In from out of town and based on research, a first-hand interview (shout out Uber driver) and proximity to my hotel, I landed on Shay's. Very glad I did. I had the The Classic ($19.95: Prime Rib, Cooper Sharp Cheese, Buttery Steakhouse Seasoning, Sautéed Onions). Great seeded roll, perfectly melted cheese, and grilled onions. Service was great. Went to the shop off-hours / around 2:30 on a Friday. Probably 10 people there, so my steak was served up quickly- maybe 5 minutes max from order to handoff. The staff was helpful and patient walking through a rookie on what to order. The shop is un-assuming. Not tons of signage, not a lot of quirky decor on the walls. I visited on one of the first very hot days of the spring. I decided to get the sandwich to go and devoured it at my hotel. Best Cheesesteak is a hot topic in this town. No real point in trying to say one's the best but some food for thought from an out-of-towner: 1) Research. Ask around. Listen to the passion with which they offer their recco. 2) Highly consider Shay's. I really enjoyed the Cheesesteak and the entire experience.

This Philly phavorite sells incredible classic cheese steaks. The sesame seed soft roll holds up…read moreto the chopped prime rib, onions and wet cooper sharp cheese. This sammy is drippy, hot and packed with flavor. Pair it with a big bag of Utz chips and a soda, but preferably a beer which they don't sell. This meal holds up against the other spots that claim top billing in Philly. The owner is opening two more locations in Vegas. That's a good gamble to succeed.

I honestly can't say enough good things about Cleavers…read more I accidentally left my bag here--with everything in it, including my ID--and we had a flight out the next day. I didn't even realize it right away, but somehow the team tracked me down at my hotel (!!). I was able to come back a couple hours later and everything was exactly as I left it. A huge thank you to Zktlko (I hope I'm spelling that right) who went out of his way to make sure I got it back. That level of care is rare and meant so much in a stressful moment. And on top of that--the food is incredible. We had the hoagies, and they were hands down the best cheesesteaks we tried in the city. Amazing people, amazing food. Grateful we stopped here.

The food came out quickly and me and my husband split the sub because I noticed the sub was huge!…read moreWe got the Effin Hot Cheesesteak (Spicy) we is exactly what we needed. I've had better subs, but this hit the spot. 2nd floor eating area and bathroom were clean. Note: the self-serve beer wall no longer exists so would recommend the business update the highlights. I was kind of sad to see that it didn't exist here.

As an out-of-towner, I've always heard the great debate about who has the best steak in Philly…read more I've tried several of them and I must say if I had to choose one to recommend for anyone visiting, it would have to be Angelo's. The combination of the tender perfectly cooked steak, fried onions, Cooper Sharp cheese, and ketchup (yes I know I said ketchup) -- hit the spot! But what took this stake over the top was the bun something about the bun. Another thing that I've always heard is that the line is pretty long and you'll have a lengthy weight. This wasn't the case for me. While there were people waiting, my order didn't take that long. So all in all I'm a fan and the next time I'm in Philly, I'll be stopping by.

BEST CHEESESTEAK EVER !!! The line is long for a reason. We…read morejoined the line to place our order about 7 mins later our order was ready. The bread on this sandwich was so good, the steak, the onions, and the combination of the Cooper cheese....utterly amazing. When in Philly you have to go to Angelo's and get this CHEESESTEAK!! No doubt the best sandwich ever !! As I write this review I wish I could have another one right now. Hands down the best.

Our first stop in Philadelphia. A coworker who lives in Philly recommended Sonnys as one of the top…read moreoptions outside of Ginos and Pats. We got one with cheez whiz and one with provolone. While the whiz is the classic version, we thought it was a tad too salty. The provolone was much better in my opinion. Each sandwich were around $17. I'm no expert on Philly sandwiches but they were pretty good.

Was in Philly for a work training and a friend and I wanted to get out for some lunch. Since we…read morewere walking, and since we wanted a cheesesteak, Sonny's was our choice. There was a bit of a line when we got there, but not bad, maybe. 5 minute wait to order. We both ordered a cheesesteak with provolone, but I also got onions and mushrooms (at least I think I had mushrooms). Food came out quick and hot and delicious! Great Philly 'feel' here and we sat at the counter against the wall. I've eaten a lot of cheesesteaks in Philly and this one was pretty good. I'd definitely come back if I was in the area.

Superb, excellent & delicious. Count your blessings when you & your family get the chance to have…read moredinner delivered a little while after lunch. Folks could hardly wait to sink their teeth in the juicy cheesy chicken cheesesteak & regular cheesesteak.So good, no condiments needed.Dig in & let the flavors begin! Crunchy, fresh Onion Rings & warm & Cruncy Fresh French Fries!!!

1/10/26. I was there with friends and got the Cooper Sharp with onions cheese steak. Before I…read moreunwrapped it, I notice it was a very thick sandwich. They didn't skim on the steak or cheese. It was hot and fresh as I received it. I had seen on social media that the staff guts out the bread to allow for more steaks. I highly recommend it and would return.

the burger and Mac and cheese are ELITE!!!!! and the service was terrific and the environment was…read morebeautiful

In from California. Was told about this place as being the…read morebest! They did not lie! Cheesesteak was huge! Service was top notch!! Crowded, but found a table to enjoy our lunch.

This is definitely a nice restaurant right off the highway and yes it's vary busy but the wait here…read moreis not too bad. The customer service was good and the steak and chicken sandwiches are delicious. Sometimes the good cheesesteak spots in Philly are the ones that don't mention much but definitely a nice spot to check out.

IGNORE ANY REVIEW THAT IS BEFORE 2022, those are from the original shop, not this one…read more Don't be fooled (like I was) This is not a variation on Tony Lukes... The name confused me to begin with and I should have gone with my gut and saved it from this assault of fatty glob. I used to come here and bring visitors to Philadelphia for a taste of a great Philly cheesesteak on the way to the airport. Won't make that mistake again. Meat was overcooked, not juicy at all. Lots of fat and grizzle, almost inedible. If I wasn't in Philly (and you know how it can get) I would have asked for my money back instead of tossing half in the trash. Save you tastebuds and go anywhere (seriously anywhere in philly) and you can get a much better sandwich. Nicks roast pork makes a better cheesesteak and its only up the street near 10th (8 blocks)

Their cheesesteak is one of the best in Pennsylvania! The…read moreroll and meat and cooper sharp cheese was amazing! 10 stars. Seeded rolls!! Would give it 10 stars!!

Visiting my daughter from CA we decided to check out Verona Pizza for their Cheesesteak Sandwiches…read more- and we were NOT disappointed! Huge portions of meat on a sesame bun and prepared to our liking (no onions). Sandwich was so big we only ate 1/2 on site and finished the rest later. The pizza looked good also, but we were hungry for cheesesteak! Nice drink selection and adequate seating; might have wanted some chips but they were not offered. While dining in we were impressed with how quickly the staff cleared and cleaned the tables when customers finished. But the 4 star review was due to my visit to the restroom. I was so shocked at the condition and lack of cleanliness. This may sound strange but what really grossed me out was the inside of the restroom door itself - it was filthy and didn't look like it had been wiped down in quite a while, the light switch needed a wipe down too and the sink needed a good scrubbing. Such a strange thing but still bothers me to this day (6 days later).

There's a Reason It's a Landmark - so good, even reheated six hours later!…read more - - - - - - - - November, 2025 Visit We were in town for a family baby shower and decided to enjoy some Philly steak and cheese for a late breakfast / early lunch. Good call. I wanted to compare both establishments at the x-shaped intersection of 9th & Passyunk. I ordered a Philly with Swiss and mushrooms - it was really really good. Due to the cool morning and other factors we left before finishing the sandwich... after a quick day of sightseeing we were visiting family for dinner and I popped the Pat's into the oven for 10 minutes and it was GREAT for dinner... we cut it into pieces and shared - fantastic!! Both are really good, and I will nod my cap to Pat's, who is also the original location. Pat's is open 24x7 and has picnic tables on the sidewalk (none inside); there is no onsite restroom. Good food; Thanks, Pat's! ----- ----- -----

The Philly locals were right...STAY AWAY!!…read more I've been to Pat's over 20 years ago for a quick trip into Philly from NYC. My family and I thought it was good and was our intro to a cheeses steak in Philly. Fast forward to 2026 I was now visiting in from Los Angeles. I did a ton of research prior to my visit and almost everyone on social media said to avoid Pat's. Well, just for the nostalgia and respect to the originator, I took my wife and unfortunately Pat's was not good at all. Maybe if we were very hungry, stoned or drunk it would justify a visit, but even then I'm not sure it would satisfy. We ordered what they recommended, a cheese steak with onions and wiz. Compared to what we had earlier that day, which was Uncle Gus' at Reading Terminal Market, this sandwich paled in comparison. There's no need to ever come back here. There are WAY better cheese steaks all over Philly.