Geno's Steaks
Restaurant and Sandwich Spot$$$$
Bella Vista - Southwark, Philadelphia
The Philly cheesesteaks at Geno's Steaks is a can't miss
"Don’t forget: a steak with Cheez Whiz and onions is a “Whiz Wit.”"(10 Tips)
"Truly are the best cheesesteaks and I’m fantastic at ratting food."(86 Tips)
"... tasty food. Get the Birch beer to help wash down your cheesesteak with..."(4 Tips)
"Great cheese steaks and delicious cheese fries."(7 Tips)
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- visitPAMarch 17, 2015You can't leave Philadelphia without deciding who makes the best cheesesteaks. Located across from Pat's King of Steaks, the two cheesesteak meccas have been competing for more than 40 years.Upvoted 6 hours ago
Mark PerezMay 18, 2014The HOT sauce! It may look bland or mild, but it has tons of heat packed in every ounce, and it lingers. A few drops across your sandwich should be MORE than enough. Wash it all down with Birch Beer..
Jannette GMarch 5, 2015Loved their onion, whiz& American cheese steak-sandwich. I highly recommend buying it and keeping wrapped for 20 mins or more (longer better) to let the flavor really soak in. Made a huge difference!
Jesse AngelinoJanuary 15, 2015Mostly for the tourists,this is one of Phillys big 3 Steak joints,and while tasty (especially with "Wiz" on it)it's still pales to the OG classics like Pats Steaks or "Jims" further uptown.
Chris SavoOctober 14, 2017Get the cheesesteak with onions, it’s a bit more filling than without. And remember, the hot sauce is HOT!!!
Nicole GularteSeptember 5, 2016French fries with special cheese are to die for!!! The cheesesteak sandwiches are amazing... We chose Geno's over Pats (across the street) 👍
Gsus S.S.December 18, 2019Famous Philly cheesesteak temple. Like it so much! So simple formula, tasty and perfect for a night “snack”.
ConnorMarch 14, 2016Cash Only. Delicious Cheesesteaks. I like the "cheesesteak wit onions & whiz" Meat is not chopped unlike Pat's.- Jeremy HallSeptember 2, 2014Whiz wit. Cash only. Served hot so be patient. Stuffing your face right after you get your hands on a steak will earn you a burnt mouth.
- Jannette GAugust 9, 2014Cheesesteaks: Pat's vs Geno's--Geno's won. My biggest tip would be to wrap the whiz-wit for at least 5-10mins instead of having it immediately. Juices of the steak&melted whiz REALLY come together!
Greg FullerJuly 24, 2019Excellent place to get an authentic Philly cheesesteak. Ordering will be easier if you know the lingo. Wiz with = cheese whiz & onions.
Jade HenleyMarch 13, 2017This is a great attraction in Philly, but it is really overrated. You can definitely get a much better cheesesteak in south philly. I do not reccomend it for your first Philly cheesteak.
Durrock KnoxJanuary 16, 2012They are quite the yumminess, but neither them or pats are the best cheese steaks in the city!!! But it is an awesome place to go to introduce a visitor to the culture of Philly.
Jacob VoytovichAugust 12, 2014Just tried Pat's and Geno's for the first time. Pat's wins. The cheese is much better at Pats, there's more beef, it tastes better. Geno's is dry, kind of carby, barely grilled onions cafeteria food.
Michael AppsMarch 11, 2011visited here because friends told me it was a must. Best philly cheese steak i've had. Always a huge line so make sure you put your order in right the first time because they wont hesitate to kick you- Larry✅October 4, 2021Truly are the best cheesesteaks and I’m fantastic at ratting food. Believe me when I say these bad boys are phenomenal
KathyMay 18, 2013Customer service is good. They'll give you stuff on the side where as Pat's won't. It is cash only! Our group had a taste test. 2 for Pat's. 2 for Geno's.
Jessica NgMay 30, 2015It's a little out of the way, but if you're ever in Philadelphia it's worth making the detour for the super juicy "whiz wit" <3
DOMINIQUE JOHNSFebruary 16, 2016There cheesesteak's are damn delicious, I've been coming here for years, since I was 8 years old.
Becky BlossomAugust 17, 2011I think Genos is the best cheese steak in Philly. There are other good ones too- but if you want the experience- this one is it- complete with the east coast "watta ya want!!?" attitude.
What's Good HereAugust 9, 2014There are two long lines. Go across the street and get your cheesesteak from Pat's instead if you like chopped steaks instead of sliced like this.
MatthiasAugust 26, 2019This is the only place where they didn’t cut the meat down to bits. I feel like I am more on the side of chopping it up. 😂 It felt like Geno‘s left us a bit short on cheese whiz, doesn‘t it... 🤨😅
Andy RiveraMarch 12, 2014The hot sauce is insanely hot! I had to get a napkin and wipe off as much as I can. And I like hot sauce but sheesh!
JH H-DJanuary 14, 2020The relatively newer and flashier of the two “feuding” restaurants. I prefer the one one because this bread is too chewy
Lily DvorkinaJanuary 19, 2014Yummy but freezing outside. Wish they had inside area for tourists like us- LaurenNovember 11, 2013Pat's or Geno's?! Geno's for me. Know what you want, order quick, pay in cash, and get outta the way. Welcome to Philadelphia.
StephenShamrocks84November 27, 2011The Govt, only 30,000 mexicans were murderd in Juarez alone last year,where will the killers run to,hopefully you will sing koon by ya and eat falafels aftr they give your soft arse think before u act
Adrian DizonJanuary 27, 2013Exteriorly, the place looked like a gentleman's club; however, the cheesesteaks were filling. Though I still recommend Pat's King of Steaks.
Courtney LDecember 3, 2011I would recommend getting the steak with whiz....I had it with provolone and it was slightly dry...wish I had gotten with whiz
ConciergeJanuary 8, 2011When ordering, First tell them what cheese you want. Second, with or without onions. Hi! Can I get a Provolone wit? Good! Have cash in hand. Enjoy!
Mario TangMarch 25, 2016Cheese steak wit wiz and mushrooms please .....my wifes favorite ....I like it across the street though- ConciergeJanuary 8, 2011World famous Geno's is best enjoyed after midnight. If you would like to see a hodgepodge of construction workers, clubgoers, and tourists, look no further! Keep in mind that it's cash only.
Chris MedicoDecember 29, 2013Their hot sauce by the condiment station is SO hot ! Other then that very good cheesesteak
Brian SearlOctober 17, 2010Have to say that Geno's beats Pat's for taste but often overlooked are the other restaurants that offer cheesesteaks. Ask a local for their recommendation.
Rachele VillellaMay 4, 2014The Best cheese steak I've ever had! Try also fries..that's yummy yummy!!
💋JinkyJane✈✈✈🇺🇸September 14, 2012The best Philly Cheesesteak in town? Wow! Too expensive and the bread was hard...Plus you pay the food and the drinks separately...I don't get it!!! :(
NBC PhiladelphiaAugust 14, 2011Oprah, Sylvester Stallone, Barack Obama and Patti LaBelle have eaten here, among others. The owner caused a national controversy in 2006 by demanding only English be spoken. Regardless, go "Whiz wit." Read more
Ray HostetlerApril 18, 2011Cash Only. A must have (along with Pat's) just to say you did it. Jim's on South Street is better. Plus Geno's is very opinionated and they have those opinions posted everywhere. Sounds racist...
Jen LongawaMarch 28, 2013The flashy neighbor to Pat's is just that and couldn't back it up with a better steak. Go across the street for the chopped classic "Whiz Wit."
Omi B.September 6, 2016Pretty decent but not enough meat and without the cheese there is little taste. The sandwich which as a total was good though. 7/10 Sept 6, 2016
Shawn ReinertJanuary 7, 2011there's only 2 kinds of people leaving tips here: crybabies from Pat's, and people that know a Damn good cheesesteak comes from Geno's! History wins every time.
Trish TokachJanuary 7, 2011It's true, the original is the best!! Best Philly Cheesesteak ever!! (but you gotta order the actual original... Whiz Whit!)- Audrey ADecember 15, 2010Quick service and pretty tasty food. Get the Birch beer to help wash down your cheesesteak with Whiz (and onions)!
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Geno's steaks was founded in 1966 by Joey Vento. After Joey passed away in 2011, his son Geno took over and has been running the famous Philly Cheesesteak spot since.
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- 24 Hours
(215) 389-0659
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