This is my all time favorite cheesesteak in south Philly hands down I absolutely love it. The cheesesteak with fried onions, cheese whiz and let's not forget the Italian hots (peppers) on it. Omg mouth watering right now thinking about it. Your lips will tingle from the peppers but omg the taste! If I had to choose my last meal, this would be it! If you think you like geno's or pat's please give this one a try! My fav of all cheesesteaks! read more

This was the worse cheesesteak I had last night. I have to say I was very disappointed with my cheesesteak considering the weekend is my cheat days and after all week waiting to get a good cheesesteak at this location this was far way the worse I had in a long time. It was missing cheese , meat was super tough and the roll was hard. Lesson learn that I will not return to this location again. read more

Philip's Steaks - Cheesesteaks Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Good. Not great, not very good, but good. My first time at Philips, heard from some Philly natives it was really good. Got wiz with onions. Tasted ok but nothing jumped out at me. Kinda thin also. I prefer taste over size anyway, but it really had neither. Maybe at peak times when the grill is used more it will taste better. read more

Philip's Steaks - Cheesesteaks Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

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Stumbled upon this place after an emergency run to Home Depot in South Philly and was super impressed! With all the competition between Pat's, Geno's and Jim's (my favorite), I've never even heard of this place in all my years in Philly. Philip's is solid. Got the steak with Whiz, mushrooms and onions and it was just perfect. Even on a random Wednesday night at 9pm. Parking is very convenient and service was quick. read more

This place is soooo homophobic it's unbelievable. By all means go where you choose to, but it just fathoms me that people will keep on hating, it truly is sad... My boyfriend and I live fairly close to this place and haven't honestly frequent it a lot because my boyfriend went once and said the cheesesteak wasn't anything special so I never went. We decide to go tonight after the bar for a late night snack with a friend who is a heterosexual male. Our friend ordered first then between him and us my boyfriend and I heard through the window "well let's just get them the fuck out of here" I assumed he was talking about my boyfriend and I from the tone of his voice. Our friend stepped in and asked if there was a problem and the guy at the cash register who was not the guy who made the comment. Things sufficed, I decided to go to the car while my boyfriend ordered. The next thing I know my boyfriend came to the car empty handed and said he decided to not buy food because he over heard one of the employees use the word "faggot" and I'm sorry but that is completely disrespectful, arrogant and rude. Anyone who is using that word, especially using that word to their CUSTOMERS should be FIRED IMMEDIATELY. These are the people who don't give a fuck about peace or genuinely caring about others. These are the people who are blind and immature and can't see through all the hate in our world. It's makes me said because I am a gay male and I love the world and people. How could I ever hate someone because of who they are without even knowing them? It's saddens me And disgusts me and I will never go there ever again and I will let everyone I know, know about This situation and hopefully things will change. We can only hope. read more

Some of the best in philly! Wiz wit and fries any day! Been eating them since i was a kid

I've never had a cheesesteak that hurt my jaw eating it as the steak was chewy, the roll stale, the whiz hardly melted, and the onions undercooked. Blind, deaf inmates could of cooked a better steak. Waste of $10 but hey, at least the ketchup dispenser was clean. Maybe that was a sign of avoidance. read more

Great steak for a late night stop! Always my go to and always clean friendly staff it is odd that you can't pay and order all at the same window yet the same person takes ur order and money at both windows read more

I'm a Philly native and always go to Dalessandro's, but living in south philly, I wasn't in the mood to drive there. I decided to branch out and try Philip's and was wildly disappointed. I must give them credit for using real cheese whiz, but the roll was chewy and small for the price. Just go to Dalessandro's. read more

The place is amazing very good cheesesteaks hidden gem would recommend if you're looking for authentic Philly experience

Ya know, you want to try all cheese steak places, to really see if Pats is the best. I do concede that on some days, Pats is "not on their game" and Geno's is better... But a good "C minus" steak from one of these two places is usually better than any place that is on their "A game". Sorry for that dissertation... and now Philip's Steaks. I was really hoping I found something here...I was asking my self "why did I never hear of this place?". Well the answer might be that it is just average. It is not bad, but not excellent. If your in the Passyunk area...try it...maybe they will be "on their game that day". read more

Philip's Steaks - I would call it average. Dels, Chubbys, Pats, Genos, Jims....they come before it...sorry Phil, but I will try again. - Cheesesteaks Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

This is right off the Passyunk exit of 76. Super convenient for anyone leaving or heading to the stadiums and anyone coming from south jersey to get a good steak. When it comes to ordering, it's the same routine as Pat's and Genos - order sandwiches at one window, drinks and fries at the other. Pricing is competitive with other famous philly steak shops. What sets Philips apart from the others? Duh!! ......it's that ROLL! It's crispy, yet soft, thin yet hearty. It compliments the meat and cheese but doesn't really do more than hold everything in and give you this pleasant feeling with every bite. It makes you smile and shake your head in disbelief that you just discovered this joint. read more

Have been ordering for over 20 years from here. Had a bad experience approximately 2 weeks ago with the cheese fries, so called tonight to confirm that they didn't switch up on the quality of the cheese, and it was confirmed. Wellll, received order today and once again, poor quality of cheese. Pretty waxy and thin, not appetizing. The steak was just ok. Wouldn't suggest wasting money here, short cuts are for short folks. read more

So I usually wait several hours or more before I write a review of a place just to make sure my stomach is okay with it (that way if its NOT I can let ya'll know and you can stay away). That being said, STAY AWAY. I should have known a hole in the wall place like this would make me sick. Upon eating the cheesesteak I felt like it was pretty greasy (which is typical) BUT this place had a weird grease taste? Almost like the taste of them not cleaning the grill for awhile...Its kinda weird but as I was eating the steak, the meat reminded me of a taste of beef I had at a greasy Chinese place... I should have stopped eating it at that moment (I wanted too but was too hungry) PLUS this place is expensive!! And why?!? Its in a gross part of philly and the taste is not up to par. I will NOT be returning here. read more

After a Sixer win went too Philips.Great juicy cheesesteak with wiz and a cherry soda hit the spot.

This place was highly recommended from a Philly native. I've been to several other cheesesteak spots so this isn't my first time, just so you know. This is the best cheesesteak I've had thus far. Prices were great. Service was great. People were great. Food was fantastic. This is going to be the only Philly Cheesesteak spot I ever revisit. read more

Philip's Steaks has the best cheesesteaks around! Good quality meat and the rolls are fabulous! They have the best cheese fries! The wiz is awesome! And the cherry coke is sooo good!!! I highly recommend eating here! read more

The ghetto cousin of Pats and Genos tucked far into south Philadelphia by the southwest bridge... this is the cousin who never left the hood but taste better and can throw its weight with any cheese steak place in Philadelphia. This is the typical old school south Philadelphia , neighborhood place who probably cares less about any ones reviews or opinions and that is why they are still open. I think these steaks are the second best in the city TASTE wise but I do not like the meat toughness. (Hence the missing star.) now that isn't ignorant and I am not telling anyone their doing something wrong because I know a lot of people who prefer this place over any other spot in Philly and I don't blame them. For me the flavor is there and the rolls are perfect but nothing worse than biting into a cheesesteak and feeling like you have to play tug of war... HOWEVER if you win the tug-o-war... it is a great experience.. also there is a reason I still go here every time I see my Greys Ferry crew. read more

Philip's Steaks - Wiz wit - Cheesesteaks Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Iconic, is the product from a history of fame but the execution is that of the grill master and the lady. It's a masterful composition of perfectly sliced meat, grilled onions and cheese. It does not get any better than this. Cheers. Thanks- Jimmy, Nina, and Jason. You are culinary Experts on a foundational level. read more

Hands down the best steak sandwich I ever had. I'm a New Yorker who was down for the Giants game. A local Eagles fan recommended this place. Great job! read more

Philip's Steaks - Cheesesteaks Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

My review of Suzie Q's (SQ) Philips Steak stand is highly positive. Meat is sliced in solid chunks, more akin to the Pat's/Geno style. Rolls fresh baked by Aversa's were tasty- can get greasy but still really good. I still think I'm personally a fan of the chopped over the sliced style of beef- and would put Philips over Pats and Genos anyday. Thanks, gang! Definitely bring cash and give it a try today! read more

Philip's Steaks - Cheesesteaks Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

For the past few years I've been trying as many Philly steak places I can get to over the summer months. I live way out in the 'burbs and ride a bike to the city to try steaks. Philip's has to be in the top 5 that I've had over the past couple of years. They're kind of out of the way in south Philly, not in center city, but definitely worth the trek. I usually get Whiz for the cheese, 'witout' onions. The meat is cut just right for my preference, not chopped too small, about bite sized. The rolls have a nice texture, firm but not too chewy. I try to get here at least once or twice a year. Parking is also very easy - they even have a few of their own spaces! And not too many tourists. read more

After a long and stressful day, I typically like to finish out with a couple drinks and a bite at a quiet bar. On a recent stressful day, all I wanted was to go home and go to bed, but my man was not going to let that happen. He gently reminded me that I hadn't eaten since lunch time and that we should at least pick up something to bring home. When I relented and revealed that I had been craving a cheesesteak all week, we were off to the legendary Philip's Steaks. I waited in the car watching for the nearest PPA agent to jump from the shadows while my fiancé went to retrieve our food. He was back to the car in moments, bags in hand. At home, we shared an "Old Fashioned" steak, topped with provolone, tomatoes and super hot peppers. For me, they were actually a touch too hot and I had to do some work to pull off a bunch of those little seeds so that I could get through my half. But damn, was that steak tasty. I really enjoyed it, fire-in-mouth notwithstanding. The cheese fries were also delish - tons of cheez whiz on those suckers. I would have preferred a touch more salt on the fries, however. We shared this meal in near silence over our kitchen counter and it could not have been a more perfect or appropriate way to end the night. If you haven't been to Philip's, add it to your cheesesteak rotation pronto. read more

I am visiting from Hawaii, so my Philly street cred is right out the door. That being said, I stumbled across this place after a night of mad insomnia from the jet lag of a six hour time difference. I was starving! In my delirium, I just drove my rental car down a random street hoping it might lead to food. Like a nighttime oasis in downtown, these yellow orange lights told me that this place is something special. I pulled up right in front at 2:00 am which would be right around supper time according to my body clock. I ordered a cheese steak with provolone. Remember that movie the Coneheads, when Dan Akroyd was hawking subway, and devoured his sandwich in about three seconds? He was slow compared to the speed I wolfed this thing down. How do you guys in Philly survive not having to see your cardiologist monthly with this kind of food around? If it does do you in, I'm sure you would be very happy going that way. Now I can die a happy man, having a great Philly Cheese Steak knocked off my bucket list. Aloha! read more

Old Fashioned. Old Fashioned all the way. I enjoyed that thing. I hadn't had a cheese steak in ages either. This was a good one to get me back in the game, pals. If you like your long hots, and I do, ( I can't live life without them in my life) then you are in luck. Hot, hot long hots a plenty are piled on this sliced rib eye style cheese steak. There's also griddled up tomatoes on that Old Fashioned too- and plenty of melty provolone. Super tasty, people. Super tasty. Get yourself over to this lil steak shack. And I'm gonna level with you here, I'm generally a little more choppy steak over here, versus sliced. I certainly have had some great sliced steaks in my day, but you know, all too often there'll be some tough, dry, chewy, gristly disappointment sandwiches that'll come your way. I get trepidations. Now worries about any of that nonsense. Not here! I found the meat to be tender and beefy, beefy flavorful. How bout that? That there was a good cheese steak, the oooold fashioned way. It's a juicy one- eat it on the double! You don't wanna let that roll turn to sog. Eat it in the car in their parking lot, tearing into it like a wild animal who can somehow also drive. 24/7?! Good. To. Know. read more

All I do is eat cheese steaks. I eat them at least 3 times a week and yes i am proud of that. This place is a bully in the Top 10. Def top 5 and maybe even top 3 in the city! I would say this is hands down the best Steak in S. Philly and also the best Value. No Neon lights , just Solid meat portions, decent amount of cheese and the roll is nice. They are consistent. I have never eaten a bad sandwich from here. The staff is courteous and doesn't try that tough tony BS when you order. This is a must stop on the cheese-steak tour! read more

Shortly after I left Jim's cheesesteak on South Street I had the urge to double eat again. After a few local recommendations, I casually strolled through the heart of South Philly, skipping landmarks such as Gino's and Pat's in search of my favorite cheesesteak. Out comes Phillips, a hole-in-the-wall street corner dive restaurant. I had no idea what part of town I was in - and whatever it was, I sure felt like I was a movie extra in the original Rocky. The rugged staff at Phillip's were friendly, but it was obvious they would fight and die for their Philadelphia Eagles. Note: learn how to order a cheesesteak properly - I went with a Large whiz with onions, mushrooms and hot peppers. 5 minutes later, out comes this behemoth, juicy, piping hot sandwich that I couldn't take my eyes off of it. Let me remind you: I just ate a large at Jim's.. 20minutes ago? Note#2: Cheese whiz dripping down the side of a cheesesteak sub is one of the greatest visuals known to mankind. If the judges allow my amateur pallet to cast a vote, I'd put this cheesesteak right up there as one of the best in Philadelphia. read more

Best steaks in the COUNTRY!! First n last stop my fam makes every time we're in town from Orlando. Doesn't stop at steaks either!! The inside out is unreal, fries are crispy and they have the best fountain cokes this side of the Constitution.... MUST TRY!! Stop once here and your hooked!! Do it immediately, you'll thank the Florida man ! read more

Well, I have to say, I think Philip's is officially my favorite cheesesteak joint in Philadelphia. It's not located at the greatest area, but it's close to my parent's and I've actually had their cheesesteak before when I was a young'un. The cheeses offered were American, Provolone, and Whiz. I had American just because my friends each ordered the others. When we finally unwrapped our sandwiches, the first thing you notice is how small it looks and it immediately looks like they were stingy with the meat. However, after getting to the meat part, it was just right for the size of the firm bread. The taste... it isn't all juiced up like Gooey's (cuz you know, Gooey's has got to be gooey), but it wasn't dry. It was enough to enjoy without having a napkins around constantly. The meat was also salty and had a terrific flavor. For the price (about $6-$7), it was a great sandwich and worth every dollar. I'm not steak connoisseur, but I know what I like in a steak. If I'm in the mood for one, this is the place I'd hit up. I don't know about drinks since we totally forgot about it and we all paid in cash. Parking is pulling up next to the place or you can just park in the lot in the complex and walk on over. read more

My go-to cheesesteak place. I always leave Philip's with a happy and full tummy, and also somehow have a little bit of my cheestesteak left over (of course it's not the same coming out of my microwave the next day). The cheese fries are tasty and Philip's has birch beer, yays. read more

The best steak ever and I'm a restaurant owner wow!! I'll definitely will be back..I use to come here years ago with my husband.. didn't disappoint then either but even better I just kept saying damn damn.., read more

1st time eating a Philip's Steak. I ordered an American with onions. Heard some people rave about it but I didn't see it. Good not great. Would do a lot of places ahead of this one. (John Roast P, Joes, Steve's, Pat's, Tony L's Geno's etc etc.) read more

Took my husband there. I'm from philly by the way. We been everywhere for cheesesteaks. But this place to me is it. They are just the real deal to me. read more

This is my dads fav cheesesteak place and I used to love in S Philly so I've been here a lot. Today was my first time in months (maybe a year) and it was delicious. My steak had wiz AND American and fried onions and it was just awesome. I love the hot peppers they offer outside. Don't forget to stop down at the other window and order some pizza rolls. You can thank me later! read more

After Pat's*, this is my favorite place to go for steaks. It's on Passyunk near entrance to the Schuykill (near the shopping plaza w/ Modell's, DD and ShopRite)-- better than Jim's and Geno's in my opinion. *Pat's and Tony Luke's are bout equal, but TL was a good haul from where I lived and I only occasionally made it into that part of South Philly, so Philip's was the second option for me after Pat's read more

Upset because I love this cheese steak spot but I waited 40 minutes for 2 steaks and the workers were about ready to fight each other in the back read more

Phillips is by far the better option for a cheesesteak on Passyunk.... Its not near any of the people watching or shopping spots in town, unless you're gonna people watch in BJ's or the Dollar Tree around the corner. But its worth the drive since the steaks are made when you order them. Not just sitting on a grill waiting to be bought. I love that they have great fries that are dropped per order also. Can't figure out why you have to pay for and pickup your fries and drinks from a separate window than where you order your sandwich, but its a minor inconvenience. When my wife and kids want to cross the bridge for a cheesesteak, Phillips is the place they ask for. Great food, and no attention seeking owners with over inflated egos there. read more

Love their steaks and their fries. Just had them a week ago. I was surprised to hear they deliver. Took them up on it. They were so cute quick and its delivery. Everything arrived hot and delicious. I also liked that you can pick what kind of cheese you want and though they normally do slab steak, you can ask them to chop it which is how I like it. read more

I feel about Philip's the same way I feel about Ryan Gosling...I definitely don't get the hype, but I wouldn't pass up on it if it was in front of me. That said, these cheesesteaks are way better than anything at Pat's or Geno's. I just think that I am a chopped up kinda girl, and Philip's serves whole pieces. They also do so without the nervewracking attitudes of some of the more famous establishments. It was a solid cheesesteak, but for me it was very out of the way, so I more than likely will not be returning. Sad to say, I prefer the cheesesteaks at a couple pizza places around my way more. read more

It was good. Better than Pat's and Geno's but falls second to my favorite (John's Roast Pork). The roll was fresh. The steaks had flavor. Cash only, so make sure you have a few bucks in your pocket. Look to spend around $10 for your sandwich. And they have plenty of parking! read more