Which Cut of Beef Should I Use? Ribeye is the steak of choice for Philly Cheesesteak sandwiches. It is well-marbled and tender when cooked. Another cut that we have used with great results is flank steak which is lean but very tender when cut against the grain.

A cheesesteak (also known as a Philadelphia cheesesteak, Philly cheesesteak, cheesesteak sandwich, cheese steak, or steak and cheese) is a sandwich made from thinly sliced pieces of beefsteak and melted cheese in a long hoagie roll.

“A cheesesteak wit,” is what you say if you want onions. “A cheesesteak witout,” is what you say if you don't want onions. (You can also order your cheesesteak “with onions” or “without onions” and nobody will mind.) At some places, you may be asked to specify whether you want American cheese, provolone, or Whiz.

And no place represents the true grit of this working-class town and speaks to the soul of the city better than the corner of 9th Street and Passyunk Avenue in South Philly, the cheese-steak epicenter where Pat's King of Steaks and Geno's Steaks face off 24 hours a day.