Bang for your buck: 8/10 Quality: 7/10 Service: 9/10 Ambiance/Location: 10/10 Overall: 8/10 read more

I've eaten 1,000+ cheesesteaks across Philadelphia and ordered hundreds through Uber Eats. I know what a cheesesteak should look and taste like. What arrived from Geno's last night was an absolute embarrassment. Let's be honest. Pat's and Geno's aren't exactly the gold standard for cheesesteaks in Philly, but they're iconic for a reason, and I've always considered them capable of putting out a decent sandwich with quality meat. Last night changed that. Both sandwiches arrived as waterlogged mush. Not a little soggy. Not slightly compromised by delivery. I'm talking bread that tasted like it had been dunked in a bucket of water. A proper Philly roll should maintain its structure and chewy exterior during delivery. Plenty of other shops manage this just fine. There is simply no excuse for this. And the pizza steak sauce? Bright red, ketchup like, and tasting like straight canned tomato sauce that hadn't been cooked or seasoned. Completely lifeless. I've had hundreds of cheesesteaks delivered around this city, and I've never had two arrive in such disgraceful condition. For a place with Geno's name recognition, this was shockingly bad. Two soggy sandwiches, terrible sauce, and zero excuse. First Uber Eats order from Geno's, and almost certainly my last. read more

Geno's is such a special spot, as a tourist, you gotta check it out. There's a lot of action in this area and plenty of cool photo opps between Pat's and Geno's. As for a meal, I'd probably skip this one and check out any of the other spots folks are mentioning. The flavor is lacking here, the bread is chewy and the steak is dry and in sheets so you have to sorta of gnaw through it. The team is friendly enough but they make it a bit intimidating to order at the counter. read more

On a recent trip to the area, I took some time to visit South Philly to give Geno's a try. I was in Chester for a football game, but made some time to stop by both of the city's famous Cheesesteak stands. Geno's Steaks is located in South Philly, specifically in the Passyunk Square neighborhood. It sits at the intersection of East Passyunk, South 9th, and Latona. The building has many different signs and lights that will let you know that you are in the correct place. Since this is in the city, parking can be somewhat tricky. There are times I have had to circle around, or get whomever I was with to drop me off and have them come back. However, sometimes I have secured street parking not too far away. This will just depend on the time of day, and really the luck of the draw, if you are able to easily locate parking. This is an outdoor stand, meaning there is no inside to enter. You will order at the counter, and food is packaged to-go. However, there are some tables surrounding the building that you can dine at. They are all under the roof overhang, so you will be somewhat protected from the elements. On this day, it was not terribly busy. I really did not have to wait in any kind of line before being able to place my order. This was around 4:15 on a Saturday in September. I like the ambiance and decor that Geno's offers. The exterior of the structure has nice, colorful tile, and windows that allow you to see your sandwich being made. The lighting makes it easy to see, and makes you feel welcomed. They also have a display of Police Department badges from across the country. It was fun to look through for any of my local departments while I was visiting. I took some time to look over the menu posted near the window. It seemed like you ordered sandwiches in one spot, and would go to another to order anything else (such as fries, drinks). On this day, I was only interested in the sandwich, so that is where I went. I liked that the menu had pictures of what the sandwiches look like. I placed my order for two classic Cheesesteak made with Cheez Whiz. Since I was wanting to try the most authentic version of the sandwich I could, I opted for this classic variation. My sandwiches only took a minute or so to be ready. As stated, it was not busy, and they are able to whip up these sandwiches rather quickly. I ended up taking my sandwiches to-go, and having them for meals the next few days. They reheat well, and I enjoy the overall flavor. I actually prefer this sandwich over the one across the street, but everyone will have their own preference there! Pricing is not terrible. Geno's sandwich is $2 less than the same one at Pat's. My total was $32 after tax for the two sandwiches, making them $16 each. You definitely are paying for the experience and the novelty that is coming to this famous corner of Philadelphia. But, this price is not out of the ballpark of other places in the area. The sandwich is a decent size, and you can definitely get two meals out of it if you are eating it by yourself. So, all that considering, it is a fair value for what you pay. Plus, it is the cheaper option of the two places. It seemed like most menu items were under $20. FYI, they take both cash and card. The staff are quick and efficient. They are more friendly here than they are at Pat's. I have found to enjoy my customer experience a little more when I come to this particular stand. Being from Pittsburgh, I had never had a true Philadelphia Cheesesteak sandwich until a few years ago when I visited for the first time. Since that trip, I typically make it a point to stop and get a few sandwiches to take back home with me. I enjoy coming to Geno's for the atmosphere, and the true taste of Philadelphia. I recommend giving it a try at least once, just to say you have had it. It is my favorite of the two Cheesesteak places in this area, and maybe it will be yours as well! I will definitely be back here on future trips to South Philly. read more

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Second time here, yeah, it's not like going downtown and dealing with the Gino Pat saga, however, if you're traveling, and you need your fix, there's a gym and a Gino's here and they're both pretty much the same. The roast pork is all another thing if you haven't tried it, please do. read more

Geno's Steaks - Sandwiches Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Our uber driver ran us by Geno's so I found out it's 24/7. That's so good to know cuz we stopped by an ihop in Rittenhouse that was closed! We loved our sandwiches but the pickle bites were AMAZING. I was sad you only get 6. I could have ate 14. They were so tasty, a fried pickle mixture, nice and hot. read more

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A taste test on my list for years. I had a better overall experience at Geno's but I think Pat's had a better cheesesteak. For reference I ordered the Cooper sharp wit. Reasoning includes fountain drinks at a lower cost vs. a soda can at a higher price at the competition. read more

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Stopped at Geno's and I'd give it a 7.5. Cheesesteaks were pretty good and the window moves fast once you know the drill. This is a hurry-up-and-order spot, not a place to browse the menu. Have what you want ready when you pull up, because there's a line staring at you and it feels like the pressure's on. Seating is outdoor picnic tables, so claim one as soon as you get there if you plan to sit. Good cheesesteak, quick service, just know the vibe going in. read more

Geno's Steaks - Cheesesteak time-establishment photo - Sandwiches Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

When I pulled up to a place that looked like Times Square in Gatlinburg Tennessee I knew I had fallen into a tourist trap. The kind cashier, nice outdoor seating, charming neighborhood, and thousands of soda options convinced me to stay. The sandwich was ok. My father (who is from literally no where close to Philly) makes a better one. The meat was unseasoned, but there was a good amount of cheese whiz. If I'm being honest, the star of the show was the red cream soda. I love cream soda. It's one of my favorite drinks. I had seen the red one on Facebook before but never been able to track it down. It was so delicious. Ridiculously so. Almost made the $38 for two sandwiches worth it. When did sandwiches get so expensive? I miss when sandwiches were cheap. It's a sandwich. Why were 2 $38? Genos was good but I won't return. I'll try and find a more hole in the wall place next time I think. read more

Geno's Steaks - Cheese steak with the whiz - Sandwiches Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Geno's was an nice outside view, clean and more modern technology. 8/10 Let's get to the food. Streak- 5/10 no seasoning We got the provolone cheese it gave the steak more flavor and made the bread more sticky. 7/10 Bread- was soft, fresh and flavor made the cheesesteak even better. 8/10 Packaging was amazing and love every bit of it read more

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Where's the beef? I ordered a steak egg and cheese sandwich for breakfast. Opened it up and there was no beef on it. Oops. They remade it and it was pretty good. The bread was a little rubbery. That's my only criticism. read more

Geno's Steaks - Where's the beef? - Sandwiches Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Ordered the base cheesecake with whiz. The sliced steak was under seasoned. Struck up a nice convo with the cashier. Service was great. Only outdoor seating. Sandwich was very filling if a bit pricey ($18 as of Aug 2026) read more

Geno's Steaks - Cheesesteak, and pepper cheesesteak - Sandwiches Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

I asked my Philly people to take me to the most popular spot in town and here we are....Geno's Steaks. Geno's Steaks has a long history with Philly. I ordered Philly Cheesesteak with American Cheese, Provolone Cheese, Cheese Whiz, onions, and mushrooms. I added mayo and cherry peppers. My sandwich arrived hot, just as I ordered. The steak was tender, sliced thin, and my bread was moist. Everyone was polite. When we arrived there were no lines (gasp). I read these reviews and feel like I missed something. I agree, It is a tourist trap. I'm a New Yorker I like tourists traps that's why I'm here. As we were leaving Eagles and Bears fans were pulling up after the game, but isn't Philly known for Cheesesteaks? Four stars, parking is only 20 minutes, but that's on Philadelphia not the business merchant Yes, they take Apple Pay, credit cards, however you are charged for the merchant processing fees. I spent about $20.00 bucks for a sandwich. Bring cash. read more

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My cousin & me stopped by on our way to the WC match between Croatia & Ghana. We ordered 2 cheesesteak sandwiches with peppers & whizz. We split 1 fries. We had 2 water bottles. I think it came out to about $50. Gotta be honest: for all the fanfare, it wasn't anything special. The bread was too soft & got mushy a bit, not high quality. I prefer a crunchier crust & some sturdy bread. The meat was bland, nothing exceptional either. I didn't get too much of a cheese essence. The fries were okay, standard fast food fare. I wouldn't go out of my way for this. But I would for other cheesesteaks I've had in Philadelphia...that do justice to the branding associated between the city & cheesesteaks. I just didn't get that at Geno's. read more

The bread was much better than the last spot I tried, and they got my cheese selection correct unlike the last spot also. It was a good, fine sandwich. I assume there are better spots throughout the city, but it was a better atmosphere than the rival spot too. Quick service but slow customers. read more

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Went to Geno's Steaks in Philly to try another classic cheesesteak spot but honestly I wasn't very impressed with it.The outside looks really eye catching with all the bright lights it definitely stands out and pulls you in. But the food didn't match the hype for me. I took a few bites of the cheesesteak and felt like it was missing seasoning and overall flavor .Workers were great though I give you that! read more

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Made it to the classic cheesesteak spot and had traditional onions wit Wiz (cheese Wiz). Solid sandwich and liked the layout of the outside area, plenty of seating for customers. Loved the hot peppers that came with the sandwiches, super hot but tasty! read more

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How does one rate fame? By the experience or the meal? I pondered this question as I ordered a traditional cheese steak 'with wiz'. I visited on an early weekday so there was no line. You can't miss the place, although best of luck getting parking. Ordering was pretty simple, and I suspect even had their been a line it would go fast. No inside seating and no bathroom - so beware. The steak was...pretty good. Not amazing and not nearly approaching their level of fame....but nothing to complain about. It's worth visiting once just to say you did. But if just want a cheesesteak, there are other easier and better locations to try. read more

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I realize that this location has a lot of history and perhaps feed some locals and is driven by tourist... but the cheesesteak is not very good, the cheese fries are adequate in the whole process for ordering is odd. One would think that a business that makes a living off of tourist would be a little bit more outgoing, engaging, and informative around the process. The cheesesteak it's actually sliced meat versus the chopped. That is what most visitors I would expect are looking for. It's absinthe of any real flavor in the bun is extremely chewy. The cheese fries are OK and aside from saying you did it. There's no real reason to eat at this place. There are so many other options that this really shouldn't be on your list . read more

Geno's Steaks - Cheesesteak better known as a sliced beef sandwich - Sandwiches Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Geno's Steaks sits at the intersection of 9th Street and Passyunk Avenue in South Philly, and the building announces itself from a distance. I walked up to a bright orange facade with a density of neon signage covering nearly every surface, making it one of the more visually striking food stands in the city. The cheesesteak here is a straightforward proposition. I ordered mine on an Amoroso roll with Whiz, the traditional choice that holds up best against the richness of the meat. I added grilled onions. The sandwich itself was solid. The roll had enough structure to hold together through most of the eating experience, and the overall combination delivered what a Philadelphia cheesesteak is supposed to be, though not in an outstanding way. Consistency is not always perfect, and the volume of orders the stand processes on a busy evening means some sandwiches come together better than others. I found the ordering process faster and more relaxed than I expected, which mattered when navigating an unfamiliar format for the first time. Seating is outdoors only, which works well in good weather and less well when the conditions are not cooperating. Parking in the surrounding residential streets is genuinely difficult, so walking in from further away is the more realistic expectation. Cash is the preferred payment method, so coming prepared made the line move faster. As a Philadelphia experience and a landmark in its own right, Geno's earns the visit even if the cheesesteak debate itself remains open. read more

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Geno's offers a pretty good cheesesteak in the city if you're looking for one. I know there are a lot of places for competition but it comes with good food along with the fame. read more

Had a sandwich for lunch the other day. The cheesesteak was delicious. Everything you could want in a sandwich. Just wanted to drop a note. Be back when I can. read more

We are visiting from CA and wanted to try this spot since they said this is the original. Ordered cheesesteak with wiz, meat tasted bland, This sandwich is the worst we tried! Save yourself 18$ and pick the one that is a couple of blocks away that sells pizza! read more

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The cheesesteaks were fantastic, extremely well cooked and not dry whatsoever. The staff members were witty considering it was our first time there, loved the feeling with all the outdoor seating. Really amplified the experience read more

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Good and very friendly service. Bread and meat were tasty but a little tough. Well lit, no bathrooms or inside seating read more

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I hate to say it, but Geno's was the most disappointing cheesesteak. This spot is so popular due to its rivalry being right across from the original Pat's, so they get a lot of customers that way. Otherwise, I don't see how people would come here. This is the first cheesesteak I've had where the steak is sliced instead of chopped, which makes it more rubbery. The Cheesesteak with Whiz ($16) is sad and dull where we couldn't even finish it. I guess try it if you're checking off a bucketlist, but it's not worth it. Go anywhere else for a cheesesteak and save yourself. read more

Geno's Steaks - Cheesesteak with Cheese Whiz. - Sandwiches Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Geno's Steaks is one of those places you visit as much for the experience as the food. It's an iconic Philadelphia landmark, and if you're visiting the city for the first time, it's worth stopping by to experience the famous cheesesteak rivalry. We ordered a Provolone with onions. The bread was fresh and soft, and the service was quick despite the steady crowd. The outdoor setting and the history behind the restaurant make it a fun place to visit and take in the atmosphere. While it wasn't our favorite cheesesteak in Philadelphia, we're glad we stopped. It was a little milder in flavor than we expected, but the overall experience of visiting such a well-known Philly institution made it worthwhile. If you're checking iconic Philadelphia foods off your list, Geno's Steaks is a fun stop to include. read more

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Trash--worse than Pat's across the street. My daughter couldn't even swallow it; she had to spit it out because of the strange taste of the steak. Come on, Philly. I've been coming here for over 15 years, and your cheesesteaks have never impressed me--and you're the originator. NY cheesesteaks and chopped cheese have you beat. read more

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My boyfriend wanted cheesesteaks from Philly. We were coming back from Maryland. We stopped at this place and picked up two cheesesteaks. They were barely edible. In fact I took a bite or two of mine and couldn't eat the rest, incredibly disappointing. The quality of the meat is terrible. As I started to do research when I got home, I found out that people who are from Philly would never set foot here. Lesson learned. The fries were decent though. read more

Great location,especially when spring break hits but, one is enough for me. Most especially considering there are sooooo many great options within walking distance. We sat at the bar - good bartending service - Sub came out really fast (7min) but it wasn't hot at all. Bread was soft and fresh but wasn't toasted. Steak was lukewarm and lots of it - not chopper and. no seasoning. Cheese was only on one side of the bread thinly sliced or applied and I had to hunt for flavor with all the unseasoned steak. There was a faint flavor of oregano 2/3 way through. Fries were hot but run of the mill. No thanks. So much potential but they do what they do and it has worked for them in Philly. Perhaps it's because I grew up on B-More sub-shops...most especially a good chicken cheesesteak (CCS); BTW- Geno's don't do CCS. I think if they do some market research of competitors they will step up their game..... read more

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Geno's was just okay. Staff were not particularly nice and the sandwich was as just meh. It was nice to see our sandwich was made to order, but it just wasn't good.. read more

Geno's Steaks - Evil baby in the window - Sandwiches Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

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so whose fault is it when people show up with many preconceptions and very little understanding of how things actually work...? really, Geno's a local institution and doing it "like that" is part of the charm and mostly why you're here so figure it out and try to blend. I was in the area and took advantage of my circumstance to sample some genuine Philadelphian cheese steaks. took a second to figure it out and stepped up to the window, asked for the basic (cheese steak, whiz, wit) for comparisons. bread is bread and not too different here or there: I liked the stack o' meat slices with the cheese and onions hanging around ready to help while still looking a little dangerous. the arrangement changes how the flavors and textures mix and mingle with each bite; nothing drastic but it's still a thing and the visual is way more appealing. Geno's cheese steak is a tidy meal, easily handled with minimal drips but grab some napkins just in case. still moist and savory and I am sure it goes well with fries but a small group of a-wads at the window were busy complaining about beverage options or variations on the fries or something equally ridiculous as pretext for leaving a one star review so I did without... read more

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I'm not quite sure why the low rating here. Maybe people just haven't had an actual ORIGINAL Philly cheesesteak sandwich... but I've only ever had one on the west coast and was never really blown away by a sandwich enough to want to seek it out later. But Genos is different. While visiting Philadelphia it was mandatory that I try an actual Philly cheesesteak IN Philly and boy did Genos deliver. We ordered around 9:00 pm making it our last mean before we were off to the airport the next morning and it slapped harder than the mud flaps on the backs of those 90s Chevy Vans. They delivered FAST, the sandwiches were hot; and they were the perfect amount of wiz, meat and onion. The bread was super soft and easy to bite. 9/10 id eat it again in a heart beat. read more

We should have listened to the locals... it's overhyped. They don't accept cash, so be prepared. There is a WF ATM within walking distance (no fee), or an ATM across the street. We got the classic cheesesteak with cheese whiz. It was just okay, especially given the high price point. I think mall food court options might be better. The line does move very fast. If you're staying at a local hotel, check the pamphlets for a coupon-- we forgot to use ours! read more

Geno's Steaks - Cheesesteak with Cheese Whiz - Sandwiches Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Let me preface by saying that I really don't like to give one star reviews and I rarely do so. But since my friends and I were on a cheesesteak crawl all day, if the other places get reviews, it's only fair that this place does as well. Pros: - Friendly service - Takes credit card - Outdoor seating Cons: - The sandwich was inedible for me. I took one bite and wanted to throw up :( the meat tasted old, bread was stale, and I also don't understand why the meat was sliced the way that it was. It was honestly the nastiest cheesesteak I ever had in my life :((( I feel really bad for saying that but I have a duty to be honest in my reviews read more

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Everyone knows the cheesesteaks are a philly thing. Ordering here is easy, prices are transparent. One window is cheesesteaks only. The other is for fries and drinks. Interesting concept, but makes sense when it gets busy and you have to manage all the crowds. Food is ok. This time, I ordered a cheesesteak with cheese wiz. I understand why they serve this way. It definitely makes it juicier. I still felt that the sandwich is on the dry side, but now I can say I have been to both Pat's and Geno's in the span of a week. I'll be on the lookout for the "better" spot in Philly. read more

There's a Reason It's a Landmark - - - - - - - - November, 2025 Visit We were in town for a family baby shower and decided to enjoy some Philly steak and cheese for a late breakfast / early lunch. Good call. We ordered the standard Philly & cheese and all liked it; even though the chilly day quickly cooled them, we quickly ate the sandwiches because they taste so good. And two of us are gluten free (gf), so they ordered without the bread. Geno's is open 24x7 and has picnic tables on the sidewalk (none inside); there is no onsite restroom. Good food; Thanks, Geno's! ----- ----- ----- read more

I've been to Pat's many times. I have been to Geno's many times. But I have never done is even down the side-by-side to really compare them until now. I came with my boyfriend who had never had either one before. Being that they're open 24 hours we went for breakfast lol. We got a cheesesteak from each with onions and whiz and we split them. So here's the deal. I don't think either one of them is the best cheesesteak in the area. Frankly, I think there are two better ones in New Jersey, and I think there are far better ones in Philly. I don't care for the fact that the meat in both of these places is like steamed white castle meat instead of grilled cheese steak. But it is what it is. So with that understanding as between the two of these places I give Geno's a slight edge. The meat to me is the same. In fairness, the bread is a little bit better at Pat's. The whiz on the other hand at Pat's tastes straight up like melted American cheese. And maybe you like American cheese. I find it kind of bland and pedestrian. Geno's cheese on the other hand has a little bit more of a cheddar flavor. I like that. The onions at both places are OK. A significant downside of Geno's which is why Pat went out between the two of them in my boyfriend's judgment is that Geno's steak and roll is dripping with grease. And it is. And it is kind of gross in theory. But when I'm eating a cheesesteak, I'm sort of expecting a little greasy drippy mess. So I didn't find it to be a turn off. I also happen to like the fact that they have hot peppers in the condiment selection for the taking. I like the hot pepper. Maybe that's a little unfair cause it's not part of the cheesesteak. But it is part of the cheesesteak experience and I made a part of my cheesesteak. And I liked it. So I think for me it really was the cheese and the fact that it has a flavor that gave Geno's the edge. The really good cheese made up for the not as good as Pat's bread. For being honest, if you weren't having them side-by-side like I was Pat's cheesesteak would make you very happy. And Geno's cheesesteak would make you very, very happy. So you be the judge. read more

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I visited this place as one of my friends visiting Philly wanted to try Philly Cheese steak and apparently Pat's and Geno's were famous, at least we were told so. We tried both places in comparison Geno's didn't thrill us much. But it was okay Philly cheese steak, large pieces didn't feel good as you eat it. the staff was friendly in taking the orders. The food was out in no time served at right temperature. There were lot of outdoor seating arrangements throughout the shop. There were condiments and napkins available. Good luck in finding a parking nearby or a restroom. You can take an Uber and visit both Geno's and Pat's. More to get some check mark on legacy of the cheese steak joints. read more

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We were here on a Friday night. Quick service. As for the cheesesteak, we prefer Pat's over Geno's. If you like your cheesesteak with thicker slices of meat, you'll like Geno's but if you like a cheesier cheesesteak, you'll like Pat's better. read more

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