Many point to John's cheesesteak as the very best in Philadelphia. The sandwich is heavy with seasoned beef cooked to order — no piles of soggy meat in sight. And the cheese? Sharp provolone works surprisingly well. John’s Roast Pork might not have invented the cheesesteak and, given the name, might not have even sold it originally, but one thing is for certain: This place has pretty much perfected the sandwich. Call for pickup.

This South Philly staple is open 24 hours a day — always a good thing for cheesesteak fans. Philip's offers all the usual suspects, but here, the Old Fashioned is the key: a provolone cheesesteak topped with peppers, tomatoes, and a healthy dose of salt, pepper, and oregano. Pizza steaks are also popular. Call for takeout or delivery.

At Angelo’s in South Philly, virtually any order will blow you away — pizza! hoagies! — but a cheesesteak at Angelo’s is a particularly beautiful thing. Whether you go with Cooper Sharp, provolone, or Whiz; with chicken instead of beef; or with a hoagie cheesesteak with all the requisite toppings, you can’t go wrong. Remember: Angelo’s only does cash and takeout.

Don’t call it a comeback — but after a fire shut down operations for a few years, this iconic cheesesteak spot is better than ever. Come to this cash-only establishment where their hearty cheesesteaks (their pizza steak option is notable) continue to be sold without fried foods since 1939.

South Street sandwich shop Woodrow’s deviates from the classic cheesesteak with a gussied-up version absolutely worth trying: The Woodrow’s Whiz Wit combines shaved rib-eye, house-made truffle Whiz, caramelized onions, and cherry-pepper mayo. Order pickup or delivery online.

This West Philly classic has garnered the reputation of serving massive cheesesteaks that’s unapologetically beefy, flavorful, and has a unforgettable aroma that’s beloved by locals and tourists alike,

A classic dating back to 1949, Joe’s Steaks + Soda Shop has closed its original Torresdale Avenue shop in Northeast Philly but lives on in Fishtown, continuing to provide fantastic seared-to-order rib-eye steaks and milkshakes in flavors like strawberry or mint chocolate chip. Order online for pickup or delivery.

Arguably one of the most controversial cheesesteaks in the city, Jim’s West has become an culinary experience of its own. Made with seasoned ribeye, cooper sharp, and grilled onions — it’s the essence of West Philly in an Amoroso roll.

Chubby's in Roxborough takes pride in the "cut" of its steak. Not chopped to oblivion, not left as big slabs, but cut to the perfect in-between, so that the beef is as flavorful as possible. Chubby’s is open for delivery and pickup; order online or call.

Many claim Dalessandro's in Roxborough has the best cheesesteak in Philadelphia, and it's not hard to see why. Rolls are absolutely packed with finely chopped rib-eye, the cheese is mixed in just right, and the onions are kept chunky for maximum flavor. Call ahead — or wait in line — to place your order.

A Pat's and Geno's-esque rivalry exists between Chubby's and Dalessandro's in Roxborough. But quietly chugging along since 1989, Barry's Steaks serves what some might say are the best — and cheesiest — steaks in the entire neighborhood. Call to order pickup or delivery.