Who has the best Philly cheesesteaks in Philadelphia?

Who has the best cheesesteaks in Philadelphia? Explain why.?

• Going to Philadelphia in early September, and wanted to get a great cheesesteak. Please tell me which places have thin sliced & tender cheesesteaks, and which places use bigger chunks of steak(which may or may not be tougher than thin-slice). Which cheesesteaks have the best flavor, seasoning, cheese, etc.

• Answer:

  This is right-up my alley.. The philadelphia Cheesesteak was invented by Pat Oliveri who owns "Pat's Steaks" on 9th & Wharton in South Philly. This is THE premier place to buy a cheesesteak...although frequented by tourist daily, it is very very much of a local place..do not be taken-back by the run down image of Pat's. Geno's across the street, also known for their steaks, is much more appealing from a astehtic point of view. The reason why you should go to Pat's is becasue they serve the original cheesesteak. That is a cheese steak with fried onions and cheeze whiz. That is the quintisential philadelphia cheese steak. Others are variations. When you go to Pat's be sure to order correctly... Ask for a "Cheese wit" That translates to a "Cheese steak with fried onions" If you do not want onions, you say. "Cheese wit-out" Lastly, there are two windows. THe steaks are ordered from one window and the fries and soda from the second. Enjoy and make sure yo get a physical before you eat there to make sure you're heart can take it...