The Philly cheesteak from Barclay Prime
The Philly cheesesteak is one of the most famous foods in the United States, but you can’t get one anywhere in the world quite like the ones right here at home.
March 24 marks National Cheesesteak Day, and if you’re in the mood to celebrate, we’ve got a lineup of some of the best cheesesteaks in the city.
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From expensive taste to traditional flavors, here’s where to impress visitors and locals alike.
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736 S. 9th St. / Website
Tucked in South Philly's Bella Vista neighborhood, Angelo's Pizzeria serves up some of the best cheesesteaks in town. Choose from four options—plain, cheese, hoagie and pizza steak—that can be whipped up with beef or chicken. Once you've chosen a base, load the fresh-baked bread with cheeses like provolone, Cooper sharp, American and whiz. To finish, top off this delectable indulgence with onions, lettuce, tomato, mushrooms or peppers—you'll surely be on cloud nine.
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237 S 18th St. / Website
Modeled after the elegance and warmth of European libraries, this boutique steakhouse takes the humble cheesesteak and elevates it beyond imagination. For $140, you can enjoy wagyu ribeye with a foie gras spread, complete with onions and truffled cheese whiz on a fresh-baked sesame roll served with a half bottle of champagne. Rest assured, there’s no other cheesesteak like this in the world.
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1428-1432 Chestnut St. / Website
While seafood takes center stage at this opulent steakhouse, the cheesesteak egg rolls serve a playful twist on the Philadelphia tradition. They’re meant to be shared, but one bite of these little beauties with spicy ketchup on the side, and you might find yourself hogging the plate. We won’t judge. You can always order more.
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400 South St. / Website
If you’re looking for the classic, try Jim’s. A favorite among locals and tourists alike, famous sandwiches come with your choice of cheese whiz, American or provolone. Jim's also serves a variety of steak sandwiches, from pepper steak to mushroom steak, pizza steak, a special meatless version and more.
200 Main St., King of Prussia / Website
Another tasteful twist on the tradition, the Philly cheese steak spring rolls at this Italian-style steakhouse are served with spicy homemade ketchup and spicy mayo. Delectable and a lot less messy than the real thing, you can share these with the table and save some room for more.
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1219 S 9th St. / Website
Offering some of the most famous, traditional street-style Philly cheesesteaks in the city, Geno's has a reputation for seriously delicious subs. Go for the original cheesesteak, or try a steak Milano with fried tomatoes and oregano, a mushroom cheesesteak, a pepper cheesesteak, or a combo mushroom and pepper cheesesteak. Come see what all the fuss is about.
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1237 E Passyunk Ave. / Website
Open since 1930, this fan-favorite establishment is open 24 hours a day and seven days a week, so you can always get the cheesesteak sandwich you crave. Choose from a mouth-watering variety including traditional or extra cheese, mushroom, pizza style and more.
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6030 Torresdale Ave.; 1 W Girard Ave. / Website
With more than six decades of experience, Joe's will bring a smile to your face with nostalgic vibes and vibrant flavors. Pair your cheesesteak with one of Joe’s famous milkshakes, and get a little experimental with your sandwich, choosing from chicken cheesesteaks, steak with egg and cheese, a cheesesteak burger and more.
Photography by: Courtesy of Barclay Prime
