I am a Jim's guy myself. I think they are the best.

Jim’s is friggin awesome

Jims slams yes

what’s it called? Jim’s steaks or what? i wanna look them up. plan on visiting philly soon. thanks

@@zoomba31 it's Jim's south street 400 south street Philadelphia. Also south street is a good place to visit. Cool bars shops and stuff.

all overrated philly steaks are ass

there good. just theres better.

There are good Philly Cheese steaks but the Pats and Gino’s aren’t one.

Lol honestly

@@Raiders-wm5kb woah relax there chief.. Plenty of great Philly steaks.. Being that your username is Raiders tho, I wouldnt expect someone on the West coast to know what a good cheesesteak is tho..

I'm coming to try them both

@@mikebar42 go to Steve's Prince of Steaks, that place was fuckin bomb lol

*Keep in mind 2 people have been killed there in 2 separate occasions.* *This restaurant makes so much money but spend on at least having security there... smh*

@@stansmith5610 which one? Location

@@stansmith5610 yeah 2 people was killed there but don't mean nothing I live in Philly Kensington section I go wherever people are killed every where every day in Philly I mind my own and keep it moving

Thanks for sharing! The word 'BEST' in these kind of videos never say much. 'BEST' in revenue, order-to-serve time, taste (food), presentation (plate), pricing, ingredients, product sale, staff/service, hygiene, equipment, tables, location/building, company colors/logo/clothing, public interest, etc..?

Still an iconic place as it was the 1st

For me the original is always the best it's what started it all

@@thehonestdoctor3590 So say iconic, not Best. Because it Is Iconic and every Philadelphian knows..is Not the best. Doesn't make it bad, not by any means. Also as far away from being the best tho

@@SocietyUnplugged Its the best cause it is the first.

True. I've eaten at both and couldn't figure out what the big deal was. The guys that took me there were from Bristol and were shocked when I told them I've had better in Houston. To be fair, both the places in Houston were run by guys from Philly.

We would nottttt!!!!

It is good enough for most people.

What exactly don't philadelphians like about it exactly? Just being contrarian to the popular place? Ingredients look super fresh and delicious. Is it not seasoned well or something?

@@siggylynx567 He doesn't know why.

If you moved out of Philly, some advice. DON'T ever, ever, ever buy a Philly cheese steak in another state or city. You'll totally be so pissed. It will ruin your day. There is nothing like a Philly cheese steak from Philly.

Yes it is and most of them that are advertised as better are usually crap as well. For example I would never wait an hour in line for a Larry's cheesestake on south street but many do week in and week out 🤷🏾‍♂️

The Boss: Can I get another server quick! This guy's giving the Meat away!! The Employee: You're lucky tourists actually believe and buy this expensive sandwich you Cheap Mfkr!!! 😅

@@onlyone266 LOL, when you use "Philly" in front of a cheesesteak, we know you ain't from around here.....it's just a cheesesteak

@@knockitofff I'm from Philly and live here. I've also lived in many places in the US and have come across restaurants with "Philadelphia Cheesesteak" on their menu. Never order please. And, I know we just call it a cheesesteak and the subs hoagies. In all my years here I have only gone to Pat's once - didn't like it. I haven't tried Geno's across the street. Why go there when there's better cheesesteaks all over the place?

That's how I make my cheesesteaks.

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looks like they dont even clean the griddle lol

how are the smaller mom and pop places make better cheesesteaks?

@@asianangler not sloppy. the meat tends to be better seasoned and they use real cheese (usually sliced American cheese) instead of cheese whiz.

100% correct. If you are adventurous go to Delasandros or Chubbys in Manayunk.

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Yes!

What are some recommendations you have? I don’t want a tourist trap when I visit, I want the most traditional philly possibly

@@austinsrna5545 If you are going to sight see, go downtown to Center City near the Broad Street or South Street markets and delis. Plenty of vendors in and around the area selling authentic hoagies, cheesesteaks, rock salt pretzels, and cheese fries (you don't want to go to where I lived in Northeast). Also, it isn't a real Philly steak and cheese sandwich if they aren't using Amoroso bread from Jersey. Have it with a nice Rolling Rock beer, wear some Eagles green, and you will ALMOST be a native.

@@austinsrna5545 John”s Roast Pork 14 Snyder Ave or the Denic”s ath the Reading Terminal.

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As a Philly boy born & bread at 62 I’ve had my share of steaks & let me tell you Gino’s/Pats not even worth goin to the aggravation to park alone is enuff to drive you crazy but if it’s a really good quality cheesesteak you want like the man said John’s roast pork is the bomb not only that but his pork & Italian hoagie are also as good parking is easy no one will try to kill or at least not yet but there are many other great little spots that have an incredible cheesesteak it just depends on how hard you feel like searching some of the places not known are hidden gems like newly opened Cafe Carmelo on Holme Ave oh boy is that good…

@@danielgoudge8465 hell yeah

@@danielgoudge8465 and go birds 4-0👌👌

Yea... as if civilized people would risk a trip to your hood/slum just for a slightly better cheesesteak. Gtfoh

@@qualiacomposite You scared?

You're not lying man ! I grew up in the suburbs but the best foods were in the hoods. From the black soul food joints of Cincinnati to the barrios of Houston Texas getting Mexican and El Salvadorian food . Tom just sounds like another snob azz punk who think he's better than everyone. This type of jerk is usually the worse in society. Hides all of his faults behind some casual clothes and Dockers on his feet . Anyone that talks like him is never to be trusted . It's not always what you say but how you say it. He says it with hate more than concern

@@qualiacomposite 🤣🤣🤣🤣 my mannns you scared or what ???

@@PhillyGuna10 my g, we're not even on the same wavelength. Its not your fault, but I hope you get there one day.

Huh? It's the best thing ever, once in a while???

Say hell naw to the lady handling people's food with no gloves on.

I am in CA and I have heard that "Boo's" in LA/ Glendale area is a very good sandwich.

People who run these places are in worst part of city and their attitude fits right in. Dont be fooled by just videos

Good to.know

The old tourist snub. Like pizza...it is all personal preference and highly subjective.

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@@darkseid6898 Sweetie…try to pay attention.

@@darkseid6898 Aww you poor child, still haven't learned your lesson have you?

@El Jay I can get a better cheesesteak from Max’s or the corner store

Yup. Far better available elsewhere in the city and burbs. That orange crap they call cheese is horrible. Pat’s and Gino’s are for the tourists.

I can get a better cheesesteak from Jersey Mikes

@@Bus_Driver117 seriously?

@@Bus_Driver117 wouldn't go that far unless you're not in Philly. I mean if you're in like...in DC or something then yeah....

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@@jackalmezarakadarsilici7413 WTF DUDE! GET OFF.

@@dersnyder don't talk too much

@@jackalmezarakadarsilici7413 astaghfirullah

@@jackalmezarakadarsilici7413 HahahahahahahhahahajahahahahJhAhhahahahahahaa i laughed sooo hard on your comment youre a legend

What place do you recommend? I’m only eating where you tell me beautiful

Where do you recommend?

D'Alessandros

@@emphyrean Larrys. Jim’s or Leo’s

@@sirdoubler6078 Larrys, Jim’s Steaks or Leo’s

My first time going. My inlaws said the same.

Yeah Tony Luke's and Jim's steaks on south street

Actually delassandros is the best spot In philly

Yeah bro I grease my hair with that s*** bro

Dealessandros or bust

Thank you for this recommendation. I want authentic. Real people.

The chase for the best cheesesteak restaurant is a little silly. You need to analyze yourself and figure out what’s your favorite beef cut and what type of roll you like. Once you figure it out, making cheesesteaks at home is insanely easy and low level skill.

I fux wit Ishkabibbles

When I visit Philly I’ve only ever had Jim’s, the first one I had and said why change.

@@henrick_the_lover how do you even know it's good if you have nothing to compare it to?..I know you like it but, it could be your least favorite..

Not Jim’s …. Max’s

Fax ishkabibbles max and gooey loui

LOL. So true. It happened to me tonight. I'm already looking for flights to Philadelphia when my kids get out of school next summer. :D

I totally agree! I was in Philly for my niece's wedding, and of course I wanted to try a Philly cheesesteak. So I went to this place because of the rep. Now I want to be clear. It was NOT a bad sandwich. In fact, it was a good sandwich. I am from NY City, so I am used to great heroes. But I remember thinking while eating this hero, "Okay. It's about as good as a cheesesteak hero I can get off a decent food truck or sidewalk vendor here in NY. No better, no worse." Which isn't necessarily a bad thing, since some of the street vendors have awesome food in NY. But I was nonetheless disappointed. I expected a lot more. So I asked a few residents and they gave me the scoop, and sent me to an out of the way place, all the way in South Philly called The Real Tony Luke's (Maybe it was The Original Tony Luke's?). Anyway, this place absolutely blew me away! I was about to order a Cheesesteak, but when I saw roast pork with broccoli-Rabe and fresh provolone, I had to go with that. One of the best sandwiches I ever had in my life. Pat's and Gino's are just mediocre sandwich shoppes making bank on their name, nothing more. Next time I go there I have to try the actual Cheesesteak, because I saw the cooks make them, and they looked like they were practically cramming the meat and cheese into the hero bread with a plunger and a crowbar.

@@ChiroVette I've been there too, it's certainly very good but STILL doesn't hold a candle to John's Roast Pork IMO. You'll only find me there when John's is closed.

Johns is the best in the city. If you're in the burbs, head to Giacomo's in Quakertown. Their roast pork and their cheesesteaks are right up there with the best in south philly.

Jim's was my shit. And Angelos Pizzeria

Amen

Wasn’t impressed with either … if I had to pick one It would be Geno’s … next time I’m back to Philly I’ll try these other spots you mentioned … I’ve heard a lot of locals saying the same thing .. that Pats and Geno’s are overrated

We tried 4 or 5 different places when we visited and our favorite was Paesanos... which I now see is closed... wow. Runner up would be Dalessandros. We realized they dont season their sandwhiches much at pats and Genos. Which leaves the flavor lacking.

@@christophersandquist1092 yes ! Noticed that .. It was pretty bland

Dellasandros. Phils on passyunk. Johns on Snyder. So many more id take over pats and genos. This video is miserable. Shame.

Exactly. People like what they like, however, there are other places that deserve to be recognized for their fare as well. Good eats abound in this city.

it`s 90 years according to their history...

actually that grill wont stand more than 2 years. I believe they change it annually. Because of the constant heat even the best grills cant stand intact

Garbage

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так и есть ... Я когда шашлык жарю тоже решетку не мою, так вкусней ))

Yes and also a insurance policy for cardiac intervention for those above forty.

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Wiz brahh wiz

Because it's 7-11 type food at best LMAO

That is NOT 7/11 nacho cheese, that is the one, the only, the original Cheese Whiz. It comes in a giant can and is nectar of the gods, especially on fries. Also, you do have other options for your cheese steak. In fact, the people I know rarely get whiz on their steak. Provolone is the most popular, but I'm a fan of American because of the way it melts into the meat. Back in my younger days, of course, I would often go with a "Heart Attack"- all three cheeses together. And, yes, these are the ONLY three acceptable cheeses: provy, whiz and American.

@@fasfzr1 Dude, you have no clue what you're talking about.

@@stevenvaleriojr1177 All three cheeses on a Philly sounds like a dream!!

That’s just what I thought. Gino and Pat are for tourists but not for locals who know of way better places to eat a steak sandwich.

Definitely not the worst. They're just the most hated because tourists think they're the best for no good reason. But the actual steaks are just mediocre. There's far worse out there.

whats the best?

I went there and was pretty disappointed.

Where to go then?

If you really wanna sound "hip" to your friends. You can call it a cheese steak.. no need for the Philly part.. dont know why people say Philly cheese steak.. do youse say "Chicago deep dish"? Just curious, I'm pretty sure I know the answer

If you really wanna sound "hip" to your friends. You can call it a cheese steak.. no need for the Philly part.. dont know why people say Philly cheese steak.. do youse say "Chicago deep dish"? Just curious, I'm pretty sure I know the answer

@@CarsCatAliens a Philly cheese steak is different than a regular cheese steak. Regular cheese steaks come with a red sauce. You can also get California cheese steaks that come with lettuce tomato and mayo on the roll.

@@jackadams3587 dude I live in Philly.... There is only one type of cheese steak.. all that red sauce and what not isn't a cheese steak,

@@CarsCatAliens You actually live in ignorance to think there’s only one type of cheese steak. That’s like thinking there’s only one type of cheeseburger.

I wish you Emma happy thoughts from Canada ♥️

Same to you Emma. From New York state

i lived in PDX for 4 months and thought voodoo was trash. so many mom and pop donut shops that blow them outta the water!

I loved visiting Portland a few years ago. Tried Voodoo first - mediocre is being generous. Had MUCH better donuts at several other shops while visiting your fair city.

just had dellesandros last week, fire

Try Mama's for the best steak...Jim's used to be awesome but; The grill guys are terrible, and dellesandros; Pack a lunch...ALWAYS crowed...Go to Nick's Roast Beef instead...Combo," little on the out" if they have it...

I'm 1hr from Portland and I agree Voodoo doughnuts is so OVERRATED. Their doughnuts scream diabetes and don't even taste good, the employees are overworked and don't work in a safe environment

I didn't like it to be honest... I've had better and more flavorful robust footlong Philly cheesesteaks away from the downtown area

Pats steaks sucks but It's nice that all the tourists and visitors go to Pats and Genos so there's less crowd at places which actually serve good steaks 😂

Not true. People who live in the immediate area go there often. We know it's Not the best. Not by a long shot. But it's not crap either

So where then?

I’m not even from Philly and I won’t go to either place. There’s so many better spots 🙌

Apparently whiz is the traditional/authentic way to eat a PHILLY Cheesesteak. Although for regular cheesesteaks provolone wins.

@@RichardGarcia93 I play both sides of the fence lol

Cheese Whiz is definitely not the tradition. It was white American cheese or Provolone is acceptable. Cheese whiz isn’t really cheese. It is a sauce but folk like it.

Cheez Whiz is their default "cheese". As you see in the video, they also put other types of real cheese. You just have to ask for it.

Pat's suck!

Tony Lukes is crap, garbage, worst I've ever had. yuck

@@hermionegardener3796 u just took a big shit on Moo's comment dood.

Tony Luke's is the best in Philly!!

@@hermionegardener3796 you must not have taste buds!

@@erabbitgamingofficial1 Tony's is good but I like John's. The best one comes from Camden NJ-Donkey's

Lol slop for the masses. You all fight over food spots like degenerates.

Never been to Pat's but can confirm that Geno's is highly over rated.

I've only ever had Delasandros

Agreed, both MID

deff for the tourist

Typical hipster trash food comment. Same with the In & out, whataburger, 5 guy debate... It's all trash food that tastes good when you're drunk. Nothing more.

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Maybe Pat's is very well known!

Thank​ you​ for​ clarifying a question I've had about cheese steaks for a very long time. Well known foodies have said that place or this place was best and most sought after, but I still had my doubts.

Can't forget about Tony Lukes!

100% pats and genes is for tourist

Deleasandros

What’s your fav restaurants in Philadelphia for steak sandwich ?

Exactly. Its the best tourist cheesesteak spot and I give them and Genos the credit for that. Not the best, everyone has their favorite. But cheesesteaks do not come with pizza sauce, mushrooms, or peppers. Just meat cheese, fried onions with salt pepper and maybe ketchup

@@HAZRDLyrics Angelo's Pizza they have steaks too. David Portney featured them.

Lies again? Phil FNB

@@shadyshinichi2JZ What kind of meat exactly?

And it killed her? Whats your point?

@@CoIoneIPanic his point is they had a blast and the food was good........

@@sunnyboy8644 it cant be that simple.

@@CoIoneIPanic io

Jim’s is a 1,000xs better than the crap at Genos or Pats.

Yeah, no Philadelphians go to Pats or Genos. I took an out of town friend there (pat's) because he insisted, and it really was bad. You're better off going to any little corner pizza place.

@@edwardgiovannelli5191 I’m from NY and I was disappointed that I didn’t see them mix in the peppers and onions to give it flavor! 😩

No native Philadelphian but around the corner where I stayed back in the early 70’s there was a Sub Shop called Larry’s Home Of The Bellyfiller.

Hopefully not pork.

From tx. A Philly cheese steak from pat's was one of my favorite foods. I wanna go back. I thought both were great. Pat's tasted better slightly... but Geno's is a different experience-- it's for the date

That thing is sic, and pro tip for slicing have meat par-frozen.

Thank you so much for this. If I ever get the chance to visit Philadelphia, I'll come back to read your comment again.

Spot on!

You are a scholar good sir

Wow!! Your comment makes me want to take the trip to get one (not far...I live in New Jersey). Your description is what I would prefer in a cheesesteak...I don't like the cheese wiz or the chewy meat consistency. Edit..I like the shaved beef but it doesn't go well on a sandwich where you are hoping for a clean bite.

@@husseinandout3867 There's also the following: 1.) John's Roast Pork. 2.) Dalessandro's Steaks. 3.) Joe's Steak + Soda Shop. 4.) Angelo's Pizzeria. 5.) Woodrow's Sandwich Shop. 6.) Oh Brother Philly. 7.) Sonny's Famous Steaks. 8.) Jim's Steaks. 9.) Cosmi's Deli. Those places also makes better cheesesteaks than either Pat's or Geno's.

Dont be mean to Filthy, I mean Philly.

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bye snowflake

Skulkill Express

And people from Philly are glad to see the back of you.

Angelos is much better than both put together.

Bruh you in either line you gotta wonder what went wrong in your life to make you even try one of those jawns

Exactly, best cheesesteak in philly is Angelos

John's roast fucking pork hell yes borther

If you’re on Pats or Genos KZfaq video go to Angelos far superior KZfaq video and leave us the hell alone

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Under $10 too for a WHOLE platter💯

@@reefdollaz i can get me a cheesesteak & arizona drink for about $7-8 at any given ocky store.

Wrong. Best Chinese is in the hood. Best cheesesteaks are in Manayunk. Dalesandros you m is what I’m talking about

@@chiphargis2419 you must not be FROM the city cause everybody know corner stores has the best cheese steaks period no debate. Better holla at Papi and em. Delassandro's fell off after '08😂😂