Everywhere else it’s pizza night. Here in Delaware County, it’s cheesesteaks and hoagies.
It’s hard to pick Delco’s favorite cheesesteaks since loyal fans will insist its the one they eat.
Even so, there are some true Delco greats—six of them, writes Maddy Sweitzer-Lamme for The Philadelphia Inquirer.
Delco Steaks
These juicy and generously portioned sandwiches use local meat and dairy products. The meat is sliced, not chopped on a seeded roll.
Jim’s Steaks
These cheesesteaks are smaller, well-seasoned, topped with Wiz, with chunks of fried onions adding texture and flavor.
Delco’s Original Steaks
You’ll find the largest cheesesteaks in Delaware County here. The rolls come from Sarcone’s Bakery in South Philly, packed with finely chopped meat.
Drexel Hill Style Pizza
The cheesesteak here feels like a balanced classic.
The Original Thunderbird
This spot has a nostalgic Delco feel, a cross between a pizza parlor and a diner. The Greco family has run it since 1956. The Thunderbird special adds grilled ham to a classic cheesesteak.
Phil & Jim’s
Phil & Jim’s, more famous for its Italian hoagies, still holds its own with cheesesteaks. The shop is beloved for its friendly service and steaks imported from Brazil, New Zealand, and Australia.
Read more about Delco’s favorite cheesesteaks in The Philadelphia Inquirer.
