The work agenda this week brought me to the grungy city of Philadelphia. It is very similar to the incredible show It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia. I decided it was time to step up to the plate and play the south philly challenge “Geno’s Steaks VS. Pat’s King of Steaks to experience the two proclaimed “Best Philadelphia Cheesesteaks in the World” Both walk-up style eateries have been featured on several Food Network segments and have frequent television and political visitors. Even on a Wednesday afternoon both locations were slammed. So instead of doing extensive internet research (as I normally do before consuming any valuable meal) I decided to ask a local. Unfortunately the local told me to “Get Lost”. The line was longer at Pat’s King of Steaks (make sure to check-out the links below) so I decided to give it a whirl. It is hard to describe my current emotions for the cheesesteak I consumed today. I am sure the picture of my order- LARGE PHILLY, EXTRA WHIZ, ONIONS, MUSHROOMS, AND PEPPERS will make your imagination run wild. I could have been a pussy but what the hell I’m only in philly once every other month. Here is the breakdown of the experience;
-Amazing from the first bite. I was hesistant about the cheez whiz (mainly because of the word whiz which reminded me of the can of cheese we all knew and loved in 6th-15th grade). But it felt right, and it was. The steak was slightly peppered, and juicy. All the additives only increased the amazingness. Overall the staff was very aggressive and yelled at me because I didn’t know it was CASH ONLY and “lonny ya gonna have to put this one on the side he didn’t know about the cash!” At which point “Lonny” yelled some sort of garbage about me. No big deal it all adds to the experience. Classic Northeastern behavior. They only served pepsi products which was a pretty big party foul but I didn’t go for soda. Seating was outdoor and I waited about 5-7 minutes for a table to open up. It wouldn’t have bothered me except a homeless guy was sleeping on one of the tables while I held that mammoth sandwich standing in the sunlight.
All and all great trip to Downtown Philadelphia to experience a legendary deal. Next time around I will more than likely give Geno’s a try to announce the winner.
Price: $10-15.00
BE SURE TO CHECK-OUT further reading on Pat’s King of Steaks and check-out some famous diners.
http://www.patskingofsteaks.com/
WIKIPEDIA-http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pat’s_King_of_Steaks
