Philip’s Steaks Menu

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  • Briana C.

    This is my favorite cheesesteak in the city. The steak is lean and flavorful, the rolls are perfectly chewy, and everything is in the right proportion. My only quibble is that their cheese whiz isn't that great - it is just not that flavorful. I love a whiz with onions but here I go whiz and American because the whiz isn't cheesy enough.

    (4)
  • E W.

    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!

    (5)
  • Brian A.

    Best cheese steaks in the city which by default also means best cheese steaks in the world.

    (5)
  • Leneen S.

    Dry. Too much bread.

    (2)
  • John V.

    If you have the chance to get some sloppy food after a great night out with friends, this is the place to be. Do not believe the hype of a Pat's or Gino's. This is the place to be, might get busy but the servers cook good and quick to keep the lines rolling. good enough amount of steak, great amount of whiz and if you like to get a steak WIT you will be happy with what they serve. The roll might even be the best part!

    (4)
  • Jack W.

    I have had cheesesteaks EVERY WHERE in the city!! I have lived in Philadelphia for over 30 years. Today I went to Phillips to try something new, to my surprise I am sure the served me the best tasting Cheese Steak I EVER had. It was called an"oldfashion" It was A Cheese steak with long hots fried onions provolone cheese and fresh sliced tomato's YUM YUM YUM

    (5)
  • Rn R.

    We visited my sister-n-law, who is a life long resident of Philly. She has heard of Phillips, but has never been there. We have visited all the local Cheese Steak tourist traps(you know who they are) in the past and were looking for a change. I must say.... Phillips was very,very good, if not great. It was busy with not much of a wait. I was very proud of myself for ordering correctly (the Philly way), I had Mushroom cheesesteak wiz with. We ate at the standing stainless steel table for the experience You are missing out if you at least do not give this a try...and next time we are in town, I am going back PS. My Sister-n-law is now looking forward to taking here friends there for the experience...

    (5)
  • Suzy L.

    When planning a quick trip down to Philly for a Sox-Phillies game, I consulted with a friend who's a local. Her advice: Get a cheesesteak, but skip Geno's and Pat's. (And frankly, even if she hadn't, the xenophobic crap on Geno's website, schtick or not, meant that I wasn't giving them my money.) Instead, head to Philip's for a real deal Philly cheesesteak. We plugged it into the GPS, and down to Philly we went! There was no line at either the steaks window or the drinks window, so B got the steaks while I got onion rings and drinks. I got some good natured ribbing from the grill guy for wearing a Red Sox t-shirt, but then he called me cute, so he gets points for that. :-) The steak was DELICIOUS. The roll was almost like a baguette, still super soft, and held together well. The steak stayed in nice slices, and the onions were tasty and soft. We both got American cheese, and afterwards, B commented that he liked Whiz better, but that pretty much everything else about Philip's was better than a previous trip to Geno's during another visit. Onion rings were hot and fresh, fried right when we ordered. Easy to spot with a decent sized lot in the back. It's not in the toniest neighborhood, but in the middle of the afternoon on a beautiful May day, still a great place to enjoy a street side cheesesteak. The only drawback for an out of towner is that it's cash only. I was advised of this by my friend, so we were good, but we're usually plastic people, so we would have been in trouble had we not known! (It seems like lots of smaller places were cash only, which was surprising in a big city, but maybe Boston's just more plastic friendly than most?) Overall, awesome spot to grab an authentic Philly cheesesteak!

    (4)
  • Kal C.

    Was here last night after the club and man the steak is always good

    (4)
  • Ed R.

    When in South Philly, this is my top choice for steak sandwiches. I've never had to wait in a long line here, like some of the other prominent steak shops in South Philly, and they make good ones here. Their facility is nothing fancy. You stand outside and eat here, but it's worth it. After your meal, I recommend you head over to "Dati's" across the street. They've got really good homemade ice cream. (I haven't tried Dati's water ice yet, but they've got that too.)

    (5)
  • Sophie C.

    Late night came from picking up a friend at the airport, we were hungry as hell so we stopped by on a cold cold night. the line wasn't too short but we got our orders in and out. the steaks.. great ! nice and hot with a side of onion rings and fries which i wasn't really a fan of but the steaks made up for it.

    (4)
  • Micah P.

    .. it's not a Philly trip unless you get a cheesesteak, right?? Went to Philly for a weekend and the whole weekend my bf and I debated where to get our cheesesteaks. Pat's? Geno's? Although Pat's and Geno's are the most popular cheesesteak places, they didn't rate too high on yelp. Also, I think I had Pat's a couple years back and the taste didn't register in my memory. Since they didn't seem that special, we were thinking getting a cheesesteak anywhere would be sufficient... even on the street. Anyway, friend and fellow yelper, Sarah B. ( yelp.com/user_details?us… ) and her bf recommended Philip's for cheesesteaks. They told me it was a lot better than any place in Philly... OMGOSH, they were right!! It was delicious! I had the mushroom cheesesteak with wiz and I feel like it melted in my mouth cause it was THAT good. I even finished before my BF! The flavor is there and the roll is there to suck up the juicy goodness and wiz! Also, the mushrooms are a nice treat too. P.S. The staff is not intimidating either so you don't have to order saying "WIT WIZ" or if you mess up your order, you don't have to go to the back of the line.

    (5)
  • G L.

    This place is so much better than the other 2 competition steak places....and u can drive up , wait behind maybe 5 ppl the most and get friendly service ,cheaper bill and great tasting steak....highly recommended !

    (5)
  • Tony T.

    Tried both the pork sandwich and the cheesesteak. The pork sandwich was a little disappointing. It was dry and needed some mustard or other sauce to give it both moisture and flavor. The cheesesteak, however was awesome! I would go back to Philip's to eat this cheesesteak. It is not exactly in the best neighborhood and is cash only. We came on a holiday weekend during the day and the area still made me want to eat in the car.

    (4)
  • Ryan B.

    Cheesesteak wise it was not bad at all but but didn't blow my mind. Their hot sauce was great though (I like it spicy) and the fries had a healthy serving of whiz.

    (3)
  • F C.

    When friends or relatives visit from out of town, I always take them to Phil's. It's much closer to me than tourist traps Geno's or Pat's and the steaks are better. My usual order is Mushroom, American, Wiz, without. messy and delicious. They also have great Pizza steaks. The staff is the friendliest of any steak joint in the city and they also have pizza rolls which are incredible. (think egg roll except with pizza inside. yum). The best cheesesteak i've ever had was served to me by Duckie the former Phil's cook. Miss you Duck

    (5)
  • Katie M.

    Philip's gives an authentic and delicious cheesesteak, but unless you want a glimpse of what hell looks like in the bathroom, don't bother with the hot sauce. When they say HOT, they mean it. Your digestive system will sincerely thank you.

    (4)
  • James C.

    Excellent. I'm just visiting Philly and didn't want to find/park/wait at Genos or Pat's. I can't believe those guys could beat Philip's. I got the chicken "wit" and added hot sauce. Not much wait, but a steady stream of customers. All was perfect except the bread was a little hard. But better too hard than soggy. I will return whenever I come to Philly. Possibly the best sandwhich I've had.

    (5)
  • Marissa T.

    Hands down, my favorite meat and cheese joint in the city as far as oddly lit corner spots go. The first time I came here, well lets just say I thought the sandwich was bangin' but I don't remember actually being there- just the yellow/orange hazey lights, elbows on the counter and the sandwich being gone in about 2 minutes. The second time, which is always better than the first- I devoured my wiz witout in another easy few minutes but I did pause to think about how could a place using the same can of wiz, turn it into whatever they were slathering on this roll? Just writing this makes me crave one, I wish I packed one on my trip.

    (5)
  • lin h.

    This place is not bad at all. Also not amazing, but definitely pretty good. The price is great - $6.75 for a cheesesteak. Much cheaper than the more well known places (pats, genos, jims). Its as good as genos, but not as good as pats or jims. I got the cheese whiz w/ onions. The bread is a little different than most places but still pretty good. i think these cheesesteaks are longer than other places. Def a great value for the price. They also don't chop up their meat, if that's what you like. A good solid choice when in South philly, or anywhere in philly for that matter.

    (3)
  • Michael F.

    Drove down from NYC- a buddy from Philly recommended Philips ... To be fair we did a side by side with Gino's and pats as well- Phillips won hands down!!! This is a locals place that makes a cheese steak the way it should be - meaty cheesey awesome goodness!!

    (5)
  • Mike F.

    Don't be afraid to venture a little deeper into South Philly for a cheesesteak. It ain't pretty looking (but none of them are) and it isn't in a touristy area, but the cheesesteak is for real. Added bonus: you don't have to put on that fake act where you have to say 'wizwit' or risk looking like a cheesesteak rookie. Feel free to order how you please.

    (5)
  • Jason C.

    No neon signs, no flashy lights, just a nondescript corner shack you might drive by if you weren't looking for it. Now, I'm not a cheesesteak fan, and I probably only eat two or three a year, but that might change now that I've discovered Philip's, an out of the way and mostly unheard of gem at 23rd & Passyunk. I've never had anything on the menu except the whiz-with, but so what? This cheesesteak is so good I don't care about anything else on the menu. What makes Philip's cheesesteaks so good is the bread/meat/cheese ratio. It's perfect. You get about 33% of each in every bite. The bread is crusty and less puffy than the competitors, the steak is thick and tender, and the cheese, well, it's cheese whiz, but it works. The fried onions are perfectly mixed in and add just the right amount of onion flavor. I like a little ketchup on mine, so I try to go for the perfect bread/meat/cheese/ketchup ratio, and when I get it right, oh man. Best cheesesteak in Philadelphia. Stand outside, eat your cheesesteak Philly-style, and enjoy the people watching for an authentic South Philly experience. Looking around as you lick the drippy cheese off your hands you might not be sure what decade it is, and I'm not sure some of the locals know either. I guess a good cheesesteak transcends time.

    (4)
  • Lauren H.

    A friend woke me up at a rather late hour Friday night/early Saturday morning with a phone call telling me that I should join him for a cheesesteak. After a little cajoling, I agreed, it being Friday and all. Once in his car, I was just sleepy enough to have little to no idea where we were once we got there - it was definitely an end of Passyunk that I had never seen. We pulled up to a glowing little sandwich shop, Philip's, on the corner of "god knows what" and "where the heck am I", in the middle of a vaguely industrial area. I wanna say we got there around 3:00am, and the place was hopping with about 10-15 people either arriving, ordering, waiting or eating. For being in the middle of nowhere and in the middle of the night, I excepted some disorderly conduct, a little scary behavior from the other patrons, but the place had a very relaxed feel. The cheesesteak? My friend ordered one American wit, which we shared - and it was one of the best cheesesteaks I've had, primarily because the ratio of roll to meat to cheese to onions was right one - there wasn't an excess amount of bread needlessly bulking up the sandwich. The smaller roll makes the sandwich look smaller than you may be used to, but once you take a bite you realize how much better it is. I'm looking forward to my next 3:00am trip to Philip's.

    (4)
  • Tim P.

    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.

    (4)
  • Hong T.

    My favorite spot for cheesesteaks

    (5)
  • Lene P.

    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.

    (5)
  • Ralph C.

    Good,fresh and hot. Decent price. Will make it a must every time were working in the area.

    (5)
  • Ben G.

    I was driving up Passyunk after running some errands and saw this place on the corner with a short line. It looked authentic--two windows, buckets of hot sauce and peppers, stainless steel counter to assume the position, the whole shebang--so I decided to give it a try. I got a provolone with. No fancy greens or sharp cheese here. As another reviewer mentioned, the steak is not chopped like Delassandro's but isn't exactly whole slices either. It was a solid sandwich, constructed with good (not great) bread, decent quality meat, and prepared fast and fresh. I'm not ready to switch allegiance from Steve's Prince of Steaks or John's, but an above average steak for sure.

    (3)
  • D. M.

    One of the best in Philly. Would go here over Pats or Genos anyday.

    (5)
  • Allen I.

    230 AM Sunday morning. My friends and I were out and about to get steaks. Considering the timeframe, knowing we'd missed Steve's Prince, we chose Philips. It was blistering cold outside and a small line that moved as slow as molasses. I got a cheesesteak whiz, cheese fries. Fair price.Got back into the car, ate the steak. Flavorless, and actually real weak from all perspectives of steaks101- the roll was weak, the cheese was slapped on the roll and didn't penetrate the meat whatsoever, and the cheese had no flavor whatsoever... I almost am convinced they just put half and half of my steak. and my fries (which were the uncrispy diner style fries everyone else has) I am loyal to Johns, but still would put almost every major place (Tony Luke, Pats, Genos, Steves, Jims, Johns Roast Pork, etc) streaming miles ahead of this.

    (1)
  • Dave B.

    It looks gross from the outside- but seriously don't mind the look. Their steaks are tops in the city. It's an authentic Philly steak with wiz. No poser steak, this is for real. Go here if ur looking for a REAL Philly cheesesteak. It is the same if not better than pats and ginos without the line and unfriendly counter men.

    (5)
  • Sheila B.

    I've yet to find a cheesesteak in Philly I LOVE. I've had some great cheesesteaks--just none in Philly! This was okay. The cheese fries were good. He got the cheesesteak order mixed up, so not all of us got sauce, and the person who didn't want onions got onions. There could have been more of a "gooey" aspect to it. Maybe a bit more cheese, more meat on the bun. Just like any of the other typical cheesesteak places in the city.

    (3)
  • Nouri C.

    Best cheesesteak in Philly. I usually get provo and wiz with but i've had other variations and Philips is consistently the best cheesesteak around. Forget Genos, Pats and Jims, they are mediocre. Steve's is good, but Philips is the best in the area (thought i'd say it one more time) Oh and one more thing, they're POLITE and COOL people. Unlike the guys at some other places (who i will not name) that have come close to getting smacked in the face with a baguette.

    (5)
  • Santana B.

    Pretty much the same as Pat's. The best I can say about this cheese steak is that it's average. If you've been to any of the 'famous' steak joints, this pretty much equals them. I'm not really a fan, but when you just gotta eat something they should do the job.

    (3)
  • Dave F.

    you wanna wait in line with tourists and lower merion teenagers? go to johns. u want the best, most authentic steak u can get on earth? wait in line with the fiends and crackheads at philips at 4am. you wont be disappointed.

    (5)
  • Omar E.

    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

    (4)
  • Amanda D.

    You know, this place has good cheesesteaks. I gotta stop eating them though! Wow, the one with mushrooms and fried onions was so good. My friend and I wanted to order another one after we ate the 1st one! I'm so happy we didn't. It was probably 3:30 am. The cheese fries here are not good at all. After eating all this food, I looked up and realized we were located right across the street from my gym. Then I felt guilty for eating all that food.

    (4)
  • Steve M.

    horrible location, horrible service, horrible steaks. id rather spend my hard earned money at one of the tourist traps then go back here. be warned

    (1)
  • Thad S.

    Definitely worth the drunken bike ride to this part of the city. Although I always go over board with the hot peppers they have next to the ketchup. It certainly hits the spot at 3 am. I don't know that I have ever been here during normal eating hours, but I will take this over the big names any day (or night).

    (3)
  • Tia-Brenna D.

    I'm just going to get straight to the point. The steaks were awful. Maybe we went during a bad time but they weren't as delicious as everyone said. My father and I ordered the mushroom steak and my mother ordered the chicken steak. My steak had more fat on it than meat, highly disappointed! My mother barely ate her steak. We will never eat here again...waste of money.

    (1)
  • Chris S.

    I would say this is about equivalent to a Pats type quality cheesesteak. The ssandwich is about average. They leave the meat as is (not too much chopping on grill) and do not leave the meat grinded too much. Toppings are subpar. The sub is kinda greasy too like Pats which I am not a fan of. Overall it is not bad. It is average for a cheesesteak in philly

    (3)
  • Don R.

    Probably 3rd or 4th on my list for steaks. Bread is great and I definitely agree with previous posters, the meat is really fresh and prepared well...Just not enough of it on the bread. When I get the white paper bag handed to me through the window, it feels like it's going to fly away if I don't hold on..

    (3)
  • Tim S.

    One of those places I wanted to like, but didn't. Average Cheesesteaks.

    (3)
  • Jay O.

    Whenever I meet someone from outside Philly, it generally takes about 30 seconds for the "cheesesteak question" to pop up. I don't think I've ever had a Philadelphia related conversation with an out-of-towner that didn't involve the words "cheese" and "steak." Some are more informed than others, but most are completely clueless. The ones that do know something drop one of the Big Three: usually Pat's or Geno's but occasionally Jim's. I always tell them to go to Philip's, for my money the best cheesesteak in the city. It's not the overpriced crap that Geno's is robbing people with, and it's ten times better than what Pat's offers up (I won't lie, I still love JIm's). Anyway, the steak here is superb: a perfect meat-cheese-grease-bread ratio (30-20-10-40) and the ingredients are pretty good. The steak they use is juicy and flavorful, but not overpowering. The bread is great, nice and chewy but sturdy enough to hold it all together. As for the fries, they are adequate. Nothing special, but that's not what you're here for anyway. At least they don't have that weird taste that Geno's fries have (what the hell is that taste anyway?). I haven't had anything else on the menu but those two items, and I don't think I ever will. I love this cheesesteak with all my heart. I hope someday it gets the credit it deserves.

    (5)
  • patrick k.

    Whenever anyone asks me what I like better, Pat's or Geno's, I always answer, "Philip's of course." I love this place. There are a number of great reasons this is the best steak spot in town. But let's just talk about the steak. Some places like to chop the meat like crazy when it's on the grill, giving it an almost ground meat consistency. Most pizza places do this, and so does Jim's and Dallesandro's. Geno's and Pat's, and Tony Luke, and Steve's Princess Steaks, all leave the steak unchopped, which is better. But Philip lands right in the middle, he chops it a couple times. And there is plenty of meat, without it being ridiculous. The meat is fresh cut every morning. Philip himself told me that he does it most of the time. And due to the fact that it's kinda out of the way, there's never a long line and they make your steak to order. It's not sitting on a pile or in a warmer like the busy places at cheese steak corner. And Philip's will accommodate any special order. My friend likes his steak with sauce, and he likes it cooked with the sauce on the grill, and he likes a lightly sauteed hoagie onion, not the chopped onions, and they'll do that for him, no problem. try asking somebody at Pat's or geno's or jim's to do that. you'll get stabbed, or at least glared at and told to move to the back of the line. Anyway, this place is the best. So if you're in your car trying to park at pat's and geno's, just keep driving and go up to broad street, make a left, and then make a right at passyunk. it's about 5 min's down the road. the extra time you spend in your car will be handed back to you in spades when you can just walk right up to the counter and get your delicious steak right away. All without freezing your ass in line, and trying not to get in a fight with one of the hundreds of drunk douchebags around you. No excuses, Philip's is open all night, too.

    (5)
  • Mohammad N.

    After leaving the Phillies game, I was walking around with my YELP app open, sweat dripping down my calves trying to figure out which cheesesteak place I should hit up . Of course Pat's and Geno's had the two most reviewed places, but they also had some of the worst reviews....Seriously, Geno's has over 1200 reviews and are 2.5 stars? Yeah, I don't care if they are famous, I'm not dropping 11 bucks for a mediocre cheesesteak and poor service. Found this place Phillip's instead on Yelp and that's how I decided where I was going...so thank you Philly yelpers for that. Anyways, after locking my doors and passing pawn shops and a western union I found this shining beauty. Got a cheesesteak ($8) with provolone and onions, came out fresh, tasty and with manners. The meat was tender and there was a swell proportionate of mushrooms. I'm glad I went here to get my cheesesteak fix, it definitely deserves more props. Just because you aren't famous, doesn't mean you aren't delicious.

    (4)
  • Dave B.

    Definitely one of my favorite cheesesteak spot in Philadelpia. Always hot, fresh and delicious. I live nearby so it's so convenient to come here whenever I have a craving or hungry from a late night out. This is a must try, puts the traditional places to go to shame.

    (5)
  • Ramon F.

    I enjoy the hot pepper steak, wiz wit. I also like their pizza steak with mushrooms. Smaller crowds than most places if you come late night, so shorter wait time to fulfill that late night hunger :-)

    (3)
  • Mark N.

    Went back after a so so time here like 2 months ago ,, everything went better then last ..

    (3)
  • Henry P.

    Phillips steaks taste great. It's true they don't seem to have enough meat on them. Their Hot sauce burns just as much going in as it does coming out. Be that as it may, at 3:30 in the morning, you can't get a better cheese steak.

    (4)
  • Eric B.

    This place is so underrated. It gets overlooked because of the hype of Pats and Geno's. Unlike Geno's, Phillip's actually puts meat on the roll. Also Phillips steaks are full of flavor even when reheated the next day. They don't use that super chewy magic meat like some other places. Also as said by someone else the staff at phillips doesn't try and play that tough guy role when you order your food like at genos. Get an order of fries to top it off and you won't be disappointed.

    (4)
  • Fred T.

    Pretty good, I didn't want a wiz so got provolone and with the good steak and nice onions it came out good. One good thing about here is there is a parking lot right across the street, it's for Pep Boys and some other stores but lots of room

    (4)
  • Que C.

    Place is the real deal. Not a tourist trap and further more they dont have mountains of stack on the grill. everything is freshly grilled. Also everyone seems to love the pizza rolls so good. Just a tip though I would be careful of the hot sauce it is very very hot almost can ruin a great steak. Thanks Phil!

    (5)
  • Dave K.

    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.

    (4)
  • Donny U.

    Two whiz wit and a cheese frie. Freakin heaven! After a 8 hour drive from Fort Bragg, North Carolina my first stop is Phillips Steaks. Ten in the morning or night. Doesn't matter...

    (4)
  • Alex X.

    South Philly Cheesesteak is yummy-yummy here, if you can drive to the end of South Philadelphia's Passyunk Avenue. I often forget this place is here because it kind of away from everything else. But if you want convenient pick up a great fast food place, swing by here off of 76 east and exit Passyunk Avenue. Please pick up my favorites here: chicken mushroom cheesesteak, cheese fries and a cherry coke for me too, thanks! ;-P

    (5)
  • Pete F.

    Philip's absolutely rocks. Fast and friendly service at ANY time of day or night, these guys are my go to stop when my business closes at 2am. I probably stop here on the way home more than I should, but their cheesesteaks are one of the best in the city hands down. 24/7 awesomeness, get some!

    (5)
  • Craig L.

    Awesome chicken cheesesteaks! Nothing memorable from outside but the food was awesome!

    (5)
  • Dan F.

    best cheesesteak in philly. eating area rules. it has a special ambiance and atmosphere like no other. big ups to the nuggets and fries, and they've got cherry coke on tap, kids.

    (5)
  • Daniel D.

    A serious gem amongst a saturation of cheesesteak eateries. Nothing compares in terms of meat quality, Aversas bread, and overall deliciousness. They slice the meat right there in the kitchen, and smack it on the grill per order, it's not been sitting on the grill all day chopped up drying out. The bread has been changed recently, but not to anything worse, it's Aversas, which to me is a great choice. When you go, you want a classic whiz wit, some ketchup and perhaps a hot pepper if you're into that. The itailan long hots are also great, perfect heat and they are definitely locally grown. Try this! Don't get caught up in the commercialized tony Luke's, pats or genos. Go for the good stuff and try Philips.

    (5)
  • Brian T.

    Great local steak sandwich spot! We were staying in the area and didn't want to drive into South Philly for steak sandwiches. Wife and I both got the traditional steak sandwich with onions and whiz, and we shared some cheese fries. No complaints, solid sandwich and great fries.

    (4)
  • Mike A.

    My Wife is from this area & said that the food was decent. I went w/ the Steak wit Wiz, Fried Onions & Mushrooms and some Vinegar Fries. Sandwich was decent, Meat not as chopped up like most places will do, which isn't a bad thing, and it had a decent taste/seasoning. Wiz seemed a little salty, but overall good. Fries were so so. the way they package them made them a little soggy, but not mushy. as for the vinegar part, Philips should look into purchasing a good malted vinegar. What they gave seemed tasted almost like water.

    (3)
  • Bill M.

    Craving a cheesesteak at all hours; but feel like avoiding the long line, neon overkill, and xenophobia of the tourist steak joints? Then this is the spot for you! Like many have I first came across Philip's after a long night of mayhem across the better part of Passyunk (and a stopover at The Dolphin). While I can say I remember too many details about the evening, I was able to store pleasant memories of warm juicy steak, sharp provolone, perfect mushrooms, criminally hot sauce and then some! And since then I've been living that glory in the mushroom and pizza steak variety! Philip's is a a little off the beaten path in a nondescript shack. But it has plenty of awesome people working there who listen to your order beyond the fatal "whit wiz". The other thing that makes it a winner is that you can order well beyond cheesesteaks by savoring hoagies, roast pork sandwiches, fries, chicken fingers, and then some!

    (4)
  • Mike H.

    Was hoping for a good 24-hour cheesesteak place in the South West. This ain't it. - There was no line, but I still had to wait a while for someone to stick their head out the window, even after making eye contact with me. - Got my order wrong - Very little meat, and meat was pretty chewy. - Roll was pretty good - Fries (regular) were OK, but not worth $3.50. Might go back if I was drunk enough, but otherwise I'm sticking to Pats for late-night steak. Maybe the pork is better? Probably won't find out.

    (2)
  • Nick D.

    Good steak, just too many other great places to give it a better rating. Phillip's is set up similar to Pat's and Geno's with the walk up counter and standing areas to eat. I think the steak's are a very similar style to the places on 9th street too. I have only gotten cheesesteaks there, so can't attest to anything else. The best thing is it's not a touristy destination like Pat's and Geno's. Very nice option if you're in that area.

    (3)
  • Sarah B.

    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.

    (4)
  • Nick T.

    Good quality, fast, and efficient cheesesteaks. Reasonable prices....just as it should be

    (5)
  • Pat R.

    So like everyone else's list when the visit Philly mine went something like this: See the birthplace of our Country: check See the Phillies play: check Have a real philly cheese steak: check x3 So everyone said that we had to visit Pats and Genos. I decided to add a dark horse into the debate Philips. Boy was I glad that I did. This was our first stop and the best stop!. Here is the lowdown: I had a plain jane cheese steak with (that's Philly talk for with onions) It was 100% AWESOME. The Perfect meat to bun ratio. Quality steak and full of flavor. So my answer to the great cheesesteak debate? Philips The only downside is its seems to be in a rough part of town. However on the flipside of that, there were no long ass lines full of tourists. Another quick tip the GPS lies when you are trying to drive from Philips to the other 2 cheese steak joints. Yes, they are on the same street but it was a little journey trying to get there.

    (4)
  • Patrick S.

    This is not the place for tourists, it's the real deal! The beef was done perfectly, the roll was moist and warm, the cheese perfectly melted. I had the vinegar fries, they were good, but could have been cooked just a little more. I came from Portland Oregon for this cheese steak sandwich and I'd do it again in a heart beat! Chef Barbie drove 100 miles an hour to get me there, what a ride, what a cheesesteak!!!!!

    (5)
  • Christina Y.

    I tried this place for the first time at 1am, huddled over my precious sandwich while looking out over the deserted street in the middle of nowhere. It was my first time back in Philly in over a year, and my first time awake past midnight / eating at that hour in as much time. This place fulfilled the great impulse for drunk food, but I definitely suffered the consequences later - wish it came with a side of tums. My rating is actually legitimately for the quality of the sandwich regardless of my grandma stomach reaction. The quantity/quality of meat was a little disappointing, having gone to Pat's/Geno's back when i lived in Philly. If you're going to do cheesesteaks, do them right!!

    (3)
  • Tom S.

    This corner spot on West Passayunk makes a pretty damn good cheesesteak. The steak slices was very intact, just tossed around on the grill instead of being chopped up, before being stuffed into a perfect roll. Price was good, service was friendly for South Philly., and eating the cheesesteak at a standing, outdoor line facing Passayunk made the meal just a little better. Man, I love this city.

    (4)
  • Richard L.

    As a Philly native, I thought I would fight anyone tooth and nail if they said genos was better than pats. Now I'm a Philip's fan all the way. It's not always gauaranteed quality with the staples we all know. But this place, everything was pure perfection without the lines and BS of it being "THE PHILLY CHEESESTEAK" joint. so unassuming the location and dimly lit yellow florescent lighting that lets you know, this place is place. Keep the wiz flowing guys

    (5)
  • Sean A.

    South Philly ignorance at its finest. Thisa place has killer steaks. Full of Flavor. However I saw them lose a customer for life the other day; and they spoke english..

    (4)
  • Ethan T.

    This place is a winner. Food is great, lines are quick, and staff is friendly. Great spot to avoid tourists that plug up the late night lines at pat and genos. Staff is south Philly cool and don't have the "I don't need your business because I'm a hot Philly cheesesteak" joint.

    (3)
  • Ben F.

    Q - How should a cheesesteak be eaten? A - Standing up. Q - Where should a cheesesteak be eaten? A - On the side of a shady road. Q - How should you pay? A - With money, obviously... But the sodas and fries at the next window, separate transaction of course. Stopped here once for lunch when I was working in a house nearby. This place is awesome. The cheesesteaks are a great size and perfect price. Highly recommended. They also have big juicy complementary hot peppers near the condiments.

    (5)
  • Cynthia Y.

    The moment I landed in Philadelphia, my cousin took me straight here to Philip's Steaks for a Philly Cheesesteak! I was informed that all the popular places like Geno's, Pat's, & Tony Luke's was a bit hyped up. This place is located across a 7-11 and on a scary looking street lol SERIOUSLY. well to me, it seemed scary, I don't know the area & plus it was about 11PM when we got there. OH and how awesome is this place to be opened 24 hours!? This would be a great place to go to after a night of drinking ;] So I arrived, the place isn't flashy at all. You make your order at the window. The workers were very nice & friendly! :) I wasn't sure on what to order so my cousin ordered me a "whiz with" I wasn't sure what whiz what, then I found out its CHEESE WHIZ! lol YUm My Philly cheesesteak came with whiz and grilled onions. Like everyone said, the bread/meat/cheese/onion ratio was perfectly proportioned :) The verdict: it was DELICIOUS! melts in your mouth & very juicy. YUMMM I finished the entire thing within 10 minutes! To be honest, I dont eat cheesesteaks but I liked it so much that before heading back home to California, at 3am, I stopped by to pick some up to bring back home ;) Oh yeah, I believe this place is CASH ONLY!

    (4)
  • Pat J.

    Awesome steaks. I'm glad all the tourists and out of towners clog up those sad excuses for steak shops farther up Passyunk. Phil's is open 24/7, cool employees, decent prices, and is easy to get to for Delco people like me. Just hop on Island Ave and you're there. Also has a parking lot which is a huge plus in South Philly. I always go for the classic whiz wit. Meat is sliced tender, hot, and juicy and the onions are fried up perfectly. Rolls are awesome too. Crusty on the outside, soft and chewy inside. Throw some of their damn good hot sauce on your sandwich if you really wanna burn. They ain't lying when they say it's hot. Definitely one of my favorite steak joints in the entire area. Do yourself a favor and come here instead of wasting your time, money, and self esteem at Pat's or Geno's. Those A-holes don't deserve it.

    (5)
  • Chelsea A.

    I wish this place had somewhere to sit! But besides that, this place did more than fulfill our cheese steak craving. We got the typical wiz with, pizza stk, both were good but obviously the wiz with was the bomb. There just something about wiz! Cheese fries are devoured in wiz just how I like them.

    (4)
  • Seang H.

    The steak tasted so clean and full of flavor. Usually when I get cheesesteaks with onions they give a lot of onions and the onions have amazing flavor it's rich with goodness. Honestly this place is amazing and underrated it. I love coming here and if you want a good steak. For the tourist checking out the place order a onion steak WIT WHIZ and don't say WITH make sure you say WIT it's a Philadelphia thing.

    (5)
  • Jahad H.

    Everything was just as I ordered real steak, hot, just perfect price matches the product

    (5)
  • Ali C.

    Being reluctant to try this place as a typical tourist to try Geno's .... we grabbed a wiz wit anyways. Wow! It was super good and greasy like a good steak should be. I was only suppose to eat half but you know ... Nice people working the counter not pretentious at all like the big tourist traps. Maybe a little more meat but it was gone in 30 secs so who's counting anyways?

    (5)
  • Thuy C.

    My first time. Now I'm a fan! By far the best I've had. Far better than Pat's, my personal opinion.

    (5)
  • Mike P.

    This is part of the Crusade for Greatest Cheesesteak in Philadelphia trip I did. Philip's Steaks was the second stop on our list, partially due to a navigation malfunction but either way it was number 2. When we got to Philips we had already known they had an old-fashioned, something that was supposed to be nostalgic of the original cheese steak creation. When we went to order they guys inside seemed a bit rushed. In about 5 minutes time he asked us what we wanted to order, we got the old-fashioned and in minutes got our sandwich. Steak, provolone, tomato, sweet peppers and onions, a great combo. The sandwich from this small shop had some big flavors. I have to say if I wasn't planning on eating at 10 other shops today I probably would have eaten a whole one, my mouth is watering just thinking about it. The place itself is a small ship on the corner. There is counter space to eat on but no chairs in site. On the plus side they do have a parking lot which is a huge plus when going to these shops.

    (5)
  • Alex R.

    They got my order wrong which is to say they left mushrooms and onions off a very simple order. The hoagie was dry and bland. Will not be returning.

    (1)
  • Abby B.

    My husband was craving a cheesesteak, so we ended up at Philip's since we were in the area. He got a regular cheesesteak and after inhaling it, said it was just okay. I took a bite, although I'm not a huge cheesesteak fan, and wasn't too impressed. I got some pizza rolls, which tasted good at first bite, but several bites later, I was completely grossed out and thought "Why am I eating this?!" This place is probably perfect if you're hungover. I'd go back and try the vinegar fries though.

    (3)
  • Vanna T.

    The best cheesesteak in town!!! I prefer Phillips among the other options..loads of steak smothered in cheese wiz (and they have the absolute best wiz)...yum!

    (4)
  • Kathleen D.

    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.

    (4)
  • Michelle C.

    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.

    (4)
  • Dan S.

    I recently had some Michiganders come to visit, and they wanted to try some cheesesteaks, or Philly steak and cheeses as they called them. I wanted to try somewhere new, since I usually would go to Tony Luke's for a steak. Philip's is open 24/7 which is pretty convenient. They don't take cash but there is an ATM on site. It was a little messy out front and their condiments look like they've been sitting there for days... I didn't want to touch that. I ordered the cheesesteak hoagie with provolone, as I'm always into the lettuce tomato and onion on my steaks. It was a good size for the price, and the roll was soft and fresh. Other than that though, I wasn't very impressed. The meat was kind of bland, as was the provolone. I had to add salt and ketchup to liven it up a bit. I guess I expected some mayo as a spread by default for a hoagie. Since they're open 24/7, I'm sure I'll be by at some point, feeling a little tipsier.

    (3)
  • Zane K.

    One of the better cheesesteaks I've had here in the city. The bread is fresh, steak is flavorful, and the sandwich isn't super dry like some of the other cheesesteaks I've had in the city. It's juicy, and the onion rings are pretty good. It's really nice that they have a parking lot, as well. Definitely worth the drive down to south philly. It's one of my top 3 cheesesteak spots.

    (4)
  • Mike S.

    I have had their steaks now twice, one after a night of drinking and one for lunch. I have to say that Phillip's Steaks has moved into my top 3 cheese steaks. The 2 times I have been there the line was short. The steak was not already on the grill like Geno's & Pat's so I know it was made fresh. It took an average of 5 minutes for my steak after ordering. It was delicious, lots of whiz and the right amount of steak. They even have a parking lot where you can park your car which can be tricky at other steak shops. Prices are a little bit cheaper as well. Phillip's you have found yourself a new fan. Keep up the good work. Also when you look on Yelp it says they close at Midnight, we called they are open 24 hours.

    (4)
  • P T.

    Came in Friday night at like 4:30 AM after a long night of drinking and the cheesesteak hit the spot.. Maybe because I was pretty wasted but it was still really good. The hot sauce is spicy but makes the steak. They're not the best I've ever had but they're still damn good. They cook every cheesesteak to order which I appreciated. The employees were very friendly and down to earth. I had the mushroom cheesesteak with fried onions. The cheesesteak itself isn't cut up too fine it's actually real pieces of steak. Really solid cheesesteak for about 9 bucks. I'll deff be back. Plus they're nicer than the people at Genos

    (4)
  • Anthony S.

    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!

    (4)
  • Marissa B.

    Not sure about the customer service or prices, but, my dad brought some home for dinner last night. Had a cheesesteak (whiz) with fried onions. Pretty good, though, I noticed the sandwich seemed a little thin. Like just the width of the roll even. I'm not a big eater to begin with, but, can see that would bother some people. Star back for their hot sauce. Good amount of heat. Would love to know what brand they use. Note: the 10 AM-midnight is their delivery hours!

    (4)
  • Richard L.

    This is hands down the best cheesesteak in Philadelphia. There isn't usually a long line, and that's a good thing. Most people just go to the places everyone talk about, pats/Genos, Jims, etc. but this is a gem! I usually grab a cheesesteak from Philips on my way to the stadium, or after a night out!

    (5)
  • Alicia P.

    A little pricey but SOO worth it. I've lived in philly all my life and definitely the best I've ever had.

    (5)
  • Max O.

    dI usually go here when I visit my sister. They make really good steak and they are very fast. However on the weekends it gets to be pretty busy. The guys there are awesome nice people very polite. I think I like them better than Genos!

    (5)
  • Legion P.

    Awesome cheesesteak, not chopped steak but big full slices. The rolls are perfect, nice and soft with a good chewy crust that won't fall apart on you. That hot sauce is amazing, especially when its cold out and it thickens up. I can't have too much without regretting it later but I can't have a cheesesteak without it. The fries are nothing amazing but with whiz are the perfect compliment to a good spicy cheesesteak. They're open 24 hours a day so that means around 4 or 5 when I leave the bars I've got a good cheesesteak waiting for me period, end of story. Even the one time I got there and they were cleaning the grill their roast pork is damn good to boot. Phillips is a standard, good cheesesteaks no matter the time of night or day.

    (5)
  • Vance N.

    Being a tourist, I had to get a Cheesesteak, cuz who visits Philly without getting one? Anyways, I had already tried Geno's, Steve's and Philip's. Out of the three, Philip's wins it. I will definitely want to try other places when I get the chance but for now, Philip's has to be the best for me. They make it fresh as you order it, instead of having the steaks pre-cooked. I ordered a Whiz Wit and the cheese was amazing. The onions had so much flavor in them as well. I loved the location of it because there is a parking lot, and if you're like me then that really takes a lot of stress off of you looking for a parking spot, especially being a tourist in a big city. No seats but there's a standing area to eat. My order came out quick within 5 minutes and they were very friendly and not as intimidating as other spots.

    (5)
  • mike v.

    Had this for this second time this weekend...WOW!!!! One of the best steaks I EVER had in my entire life - and I've had 1000s probably. Slays other South Philly staples. This is the real South Philly cheesesteak!!!! Completely underrated.

    (5)
  • Cheryle W.

    There's some meat on there! Tasty, and fresh. Only downside is no seating or restrooms. Does have parking lot, super condiment bar. Go for the "old fashion".

    (4)
  • Lita W.

    You have to order to go or eat at a standing counter outside-- no indoor seating. I got the old fashion, which a secret menu item my friend told me about, and split it with someone. The long hots (pickled peppers) in the cheesesteak were way too salty. It had tomato and onions in it too. I got another old fashion without the long hots and it was perfect. The meat was cooked well, still soft and juicy. The provolone cheese was so fresh that it was stretching apart as we were eating it.

    (5)
  • Justin V.

    Far away from the busy city, Philip's is a diamond in the rough. While not in the greatest location, the cheesesteak here is arguably one of the best I've had since I moved here to Philadelphia, which includes the infamous Pats, Genos, and Jim's on South. It's a no fuss, no hassle, easy-going kind of place where it's all about the food, and I'm all about that.

    (5)
  • Nando F.

    Philips Steaks is one of my favorites cheesesteak joints in Philly. I was at the light with my window open , nice little breeze going on that day. All of a sudden this breeze brought in a delicious smell, this beautiful aroma dancing around in my truck I knew what this was. Philips dead ahead in my peripherals , mouth salivating, stomach growling then the light turns green all of the sudden my truck is possessed. I found myself in line , I didn't care all I know is I am getting a wiz wit. The line was moving at a descent pace, then all of a sudden it just stopped. I thought what is going on here, did they run out of steak, no more wiz, ok I'll go with American if need be. It was a rookie that caused this minor stoppage in the pursuit of my happiness, the looks this kid had gotten, the comments in front of me that at first I didn't understand until then. This kid, or rookie asked if this was like Pats? Are you kidding me?! Are you on a death wish? It is like a Cowboys fan , or Mets fan walking around in the old Vet in the 700 level with a foreign jersey. Is this like Pats? Get out of my line rookie, professionals are at work here. Finally I had made it up to the window, the guy working his magic was still laughing at the situation that had just occurred. I had ordered a wiz wit, but I added American cheese to the mix. The meat is a thousand times better than Genos or Pats, something called quality. The onions mixed in with the meat made it an even better taste, with the added cheeses. With every bite it was an explosion of deliciousness with the Wiz and American working like a tag team duo. Sloppy ? Yea a little. Did I care? NO! Was it good? Yes, its like asking a hockey player if the ice is cold. I didn't go with fries this time , because I had other priors in mind, little fed nut to bring home, so I had to keep some room. Great spot, great flavors, great crew in there doing there thing trying to make you satisfied. I meant to take a picture of my beauty , but by the time it registered I was down to a nub. ( Is this like Pats HAAA HAA still laughing about it ! )

    (4)
  • Steve S.

    I had to come here after reading in GQ magazine about the "Old Fashioned". It sounded as good as a sandwich could sound to me. On a recent day off from work, and my baby with his baby sitter, I managed to sneak down here for my shot at one. So the Old Fashioned is a cheesesteak with provolone, grilled vine ripened tomatoes, onions and long hot peppers if you request them. I did not at first, but was able to sample a long hot at the end of my sandwich due to the nice guys behind the counter. So here's the deal. This cheesesteak is unique in that I've never had a grilled tomato on one. It really works if you have a good tomato, and they did. This sandwich hit the spot in a big way. The long hots are a difference maker, and pack a wallop. If you like hots, you'll love this. In my mind, as good as they are, they are overpowering to the sandwich. I ate most of mine without them and loved it regardless. I'll put it over places like Pat's, Geno's, and Jim's in a heartbeat. I'm still a fan of places like D'Alessandros, Tony Luke's, and John's over them, but this place is in my top 5 cheesesteak rotation for sure now. The sandwich, cheese fries, and a large coke came out to nearly $15. Philly prices for sure. But worth it. Plus, the guys behind the counter were nice guys. I talked to them at length while eating. Probably helped that it wasn't busy. I came here maybe 15 years ago and remembered that they were good. I hadn't been back since. I promise my next visit will be much sooner.

    (4)
  • Glen D.

    For years I have said that Philip's is the best kept secret in Philadelphia. As of lately, it seems people are finally catching on, and there's a reason why. Forget about the flash and pizzaz of Pat's or Geno's. Philips two ordering windows (one for sandwiches, one for sides and drinks), orange lights, and stainless steel counter are all you need. The cheesesteaks do the rest. Tasty greasy meat, fresh rolls, and real kraft cheez whiz. None of that fake "cheese sauce" stuff at this place! There's rarely a wait, they employees are nice, and they are open late. What more do you need in a cheesesteak joint? Bottom line, whether you're new to the cheesesteak game, or a cheesesteak pro, check out Philips. They're the best in Philadelphia!

    (5)
  • Sheila F.

    OH HELLZ YES! THIS is the BEST cheesesteak in Philadelphia. OK, So I'm a born & raised Philly girl. I bleed green just like any other die hard Philadelphian. I have heard the ole "What's the best cheesesteak in Philly" debate many a time. Like anyone who's opinion deviates from the ever-so-popular Pat's & Geno's, I have been called every name in the book when I throw my opinion in the ring. Philips steaks have the best bread, crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, and their meat is clean and not as greasy as some of their competitors. Their fried onions are so flavorful and delicious. This steak screams UMAMI! Their service is fast, and there is plenty of room on the sidewalk outside to get your "South Philly Stance" on. If you don't know what that is, you'll want to find out before you enjoy yourself a Philly cheesesteak!

    (5)
  • Rhonda W.

    Do not go here. We went here on the recommendation of a friend who lives in the area and was extremely disappointed. As soon as we ordered, our cheese steak appeared and it was small and warm. Not worth the $$$ spent on it. Go to any corner cheese steak joint and get one better.

    (1)
  • Denny S.

    I don't get the rave about pat's or geno's that taste okay..where you can go to philip's and get a better cheesesteak! You don't have to use the silly lingo to order and just go up and order whatever the heck you want :) For what it's worth...I would rather go to Philip's rather than Pat's or Geno's...

    (4)
  • Michael M.

    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!

    (5)
  • Santi D.

    If you're too stubborn to go anywhere else, order the "Old Fashioned." Pros: Open late "Old Fashioned" cheesesteak Cons: the regular cheesesteak Straggly looking sandwiches Cash only In my continuing trek for a great Philly cheesesteak I stopped in at Philip's because it was top 10 in a GQ article. Mistake number one. Philip's is fine, it's not great. The price you pay for what you get is reminiscent of Gino's & Pat's but with less flair and there's nowhere else nearby to go. Cheesesteak cheese was not shredded, it came in a big ol' slice that they dropped in thinking it would eventually melt. It didn't. Meat was a bit dry, low to no seasoning, bread tasted like it came off the back shelf of a low cost supermarket. The "old fashioned" was definitely the way to go. If we had a time machine we'd go back and all order an "old fashioned." It had an au jus type of dip, peppers were spicy enough to taste yet mild enough to enjoy for those who can't take the heat. Fries: crispy, broad cut, hot, never burned

    (3)
  • Robert G.

    This is one of those places you go for a delicious cheesesteak that's cheaper than Geno's or Pat's.

    (5)
  • Surya B.

    Awesome cheesesteak. Good parking too. Will definitely be back. The guys are easy going. So you dony need to know the "rule" like at Pats or Genos. Great tasting steaks. Cooked to order

    (5)
  • Admon M.

    The best chess stake i ever had in my life is there philips chess stake love the chess stake there i can't eat from any one else just that place love it awesome chess stake 5 star

    (5)
  • Peter K.

    One of the best cheese steaks in Philadelphia. A bit of a hike from downtown, not like Pat and Gino's isn't, and I'm no local, but I think it's better than those two. You get the cheese steaks from one window and the fries, drinks, and other stuff from the other. I like the vinegar fries.

    (5)
  • Jeff H.

    Philip's doesn't get the attention that the more famous Philly Cheesesteak places pull in ... but you know what? It can more than hold its own in a comparison taste test. Though it's a bit out of the way from where you might be hanging out to take in some of the nightlife of East Passyunk, it has some things going for it at its West Passyunk Avenue location. You can always park right where it is, there's usually not a huge line which is appreciated in cold weather, the workers are actually friendly which is a rarity at a Philly cheesesteak stand, their pepper condiments are fresh, and I'll say it again - their cheesesteaks are totally excellent!

    (4)
  • Quynh T.

    Went here after reading reviews on yelp and talking to some of the locals on how Pat's and Geno's have gone a little commercial, we wanted to try a real deal Philadelphia steak. If I were brutally honest, I wasn't that impressed. I had the mushroom cheese steak with provolone. The smell was delicious, and the meat was slightly higher than pat/genos, but I was overwhelmingly seasoned. I think that it was because they expected the cheesewiz to add enough salt, but they should have compensated for the provolone lovers out there. And on the flip side, their peppers were overly salted... I know I just sound super fixated on salt, but it really really makes a difference. I do have to say the service was cool and friendly, and very patient while I was trying to figure out 6 orders.

    (3)
  • Greg U.

    Best cheesesteak place in the city, mainly because they are open 24/7. Just got out of the club/bar at 2am? This is exactly where you wanna be. Try the Italian Sweet Pepper cheesesteak with provolone cheese!

    (4)
  • Matthew K.

    Clearly the best. Philip's is the best steak in Philly. I'm a little hesitant about even writing this review as I don't want the secret of us who truly know the pure magic that is Philip's getting out. The best cheesesteak in the city, great fries, birch beer, fast service etc....THATS AVAILABLE 24 HOURS A DAY, 7 DAYS A WEEK. As a born and bred Philadelphian who moved out of state a couple years ago, it's my first stop on the way home from the airport. Can't wait til I'm back home for thanksgiving.

    (5)
  • Mallory D.

    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.

    (3)
  • Tysan G.

    Good alternative to the other major players in the cheesesteak game. This is my go to place when I need a steak. Never crowded and service is good. The chicken steaks are good as well. The cheese fries are a must are better than Tony Luke's

    (3)
  • Katy M.

    I waited 29 years for an authentic Philly cheesesteak- and on my 29th birthday I had the real deal! I did my research on Philly cheesesteaks before I chose my destination- Philip's seemed to have the best reviews. I went all out- I got a 2 steaks, both with onions, one with wiz and one with American cheese. They were both great, but I liked the wiz better. Bread was awesome, too! The experience was made complete by the true, loud mouth Philadelphian guys behind the counter lol. They were polite- but I appreciate a loud mouth, being from Jersey. I'd totally go again!

    (5)
  • Marty G.

    Amber Rose made me try this place. I'm sorry to say but Philips has Pats beat. But neither place is the King of steaks.

    (5)
  • Gabrielle C.

    the best spot whenever I'm craving a cheese steak.. me and my brother come here religiously

    (5)
  • Liana L.

    If you like veggies this review could be for you! It's not on the menu but they can hook up a mean veggie hoagie. Lettuce tomatoes, mushrooms, peppers, and onions. The employees were mad cool about it and very friendly. Didn't see any benches to sit and eat these steaks so seems like more of a take out spot. Come early if ordering late at night, that line can get pretty long!

    (5)
  • Brandon D.

    Of all the cheesesteak places here, I find Philips to be the best. Would recommend to anyone.

    (5)
  • Debbie S.

    Loved it! Skip and I went there today for the first time (we are out-of-towners so we have an excuse!!)!!!' Skip had the Old Fashioned which included steak, provolone, peppers, onions and grilled tomatoes. He was in seventh heaven. I had a cheese steak hoagie with the traditional Cheese Whiz and grilled onions. Mine was dripping with delectable delight. Embarrassed to say we wolfed them down in a flash, washed down with a Birch Beer! Met Sue,the owner and a delightful lady - full of energy, spirit and a great outlook on life! We have tasted a lot of different cheesesteaks in and around Philly, but have to say this was absolutely one of the very best!! Btw, it's open 24 x 7!!!

    (5)
  • Joey T.

    I've had many cheesesteaks but not one compared to this one. The meat melted in my mouth! Way better than the tourist traps a few miles away. Fries could have stayed in the fryer a tad longer Roll. 5 stars Steak 5 stars Cheese 5 stars Fries 4 stars Don't be swayed by what the place looks like. It's clean and I'd much rather see a place invest more in their product than in their advertising! UPDATE 3/12/14 visited Philip's a second time this time a different guy was working the grill. The larger guy was working the fries. Again the fries were slightly under done (for my liking) but the steak was over done and lost its ability to melt in my mouth (took some effort to chew it up) I guess I'll have 2 go one more time before I cross it off my list. I drove 30 minutes for this cheesesteak and it wasn't worth it this time. roll 5 stars steak 3 stars cheese 5 stars fries 3 stars

    (3)
  • Elizabeth S.

    So delicious! We couldn't decide where to stop for a cheesesteak while I was in Philadelphia for a conference but so many people recommended Philip's so we went. Fantastic subs - I got the Old Fashioned with sweet peppers and my my mom got a mushroom cheesesteak with American cheese. The best cheesesteak I've ever had!

    (5)
  • Jay P.

    Tasty cheese steaks

    (5)
  • Jamie G.

    I've lived in Philadelphia for almost 9 years now and have tried at least 10 places for cheesesteaks and was never extremely thrilled with them. My husband introduced me to Phillip's two years ago and that is the only place we go now. Their steaks are definitely the best in the city. Price runs about $9 a steak and $3 for fries. I recommend whiz and American without and their fries with cheese. The service is always great however, there isn't tons of room to stand and eat but usually you can find a spot. I would highly recommend Phillip's to anyone looking for a great Philly cheesesteak.

    (5)
  • Nikki S.

    I decided to try both Pat's and Philip's to settle this dispute. I got to say... after eating at Philip's at noon with the lunch crowd, this place deserves a higher rating. Here why I now think Philip's has the best cheesesteak in Philly (aka why I prefer Philip's over Pat's): +Pricing: You save $1.75 at Philip's. A cheesesteak with onions an cheese whiz goes for $9.50 at Pat's, while it is only $7.75 at Philip's. +Staff is a lot friendlier at Philip's. Plus, the guy that works the cash register is pretty cute ;p +Cheese whiz isn't overly salted at Philip's. Although Philip's cheese whiz is runny, it is nicely paired with a thick roll (and a few napkins) to slop up all dat cheese whiz. +After I eat a cheesesteak at Philip's, my stomach isn't filled with a deep pit of sorrow where all diet dreams go to die - like at Pat's. Pat's cheesesteaks are a heavier, and I left with a food coma. For me, I felt like the meat and rolls were comparable, and it really came down to the cheese whiz. Philip's cheesesteaks are a bit runny with a bit a cheese whiz leaking out, but I'm willing to deal with the mess for this AMAZING cheesesteak.

    (5)

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Opening Hours

  • Mon :11:00 am - 11

Specialities

  • Takes Reservations : No
    Delivery : No
    Take-out : Yes
    Accepts Credit Cards : No
    Good For : Brunch, Lunch, Dinner, Late Night
    Parking : Street
    Bike Parking : Yes
    Wheelchair Accessible : Yes
    Good for Kids : Yes
    Good for Groups : Yes
    Attire : Casual
    Ambience : Divey
    Noise Level : Average
    Alcohol : No
    Outdoor Seating : No
    Wi-Fi : No
    Has TV : No
    Waiter Service : No
    Caters : No

Philip’s Steaks

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