Once again, a Parkside hoagie and steak shop with a Brookhaven post office address is getting noticed. This time, it’s on this year’s list of the best 8 hoagies in Southeastern Pennsylvania “that aren’t from Philly.”

Phil & Jim’s join shops as far afield as Lititz, Royersford and Phoenixville and as close as Ardmore on this latest top hoagie list.

“It’s interesting that there’s a National Hoagie Day when the “hoagie” is most definitely a Philly thing,” writes Patrick Berkery for The Keystone. “Not that we’re complaining. Any day that gives you an excuse to enjoy one of the City of Brotherly Love’s signature sandwiches is a good day.”

Berkery noted that Phil & Jim’s had come to the attention of Food Network Magazine, which declared their hoagie the “Best Hoagie on Earth” back in 2022 for its Italian Special hoagie.

The Italian Special features hot capicola, Genoa salami, peppered ham, provolone, onions, tomatoes, pickles, lettuce, oil, oregano, and sweet or hot peppers.

“They also serve Cheese Whiz fries, which should take the award for “Best Side on Earth,” if such a thing exists,” Berkery writes.

Also getting a respectful mention was Carlino’s in Admore, a local favorite for its specialty groceries and prepared foods. 

See the entire list of eight best hoagies in The Keystone.