Pennsylvanians Will Fall Head Over Heels For The Iconic Philly Cheesesteak At Dalessandro's Steaks And Hoagies
By Beth Price-Williams|Published July 21, 2020
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A professional writer for more than two decades, Beth has lived in nearly a dozen states – from Missouri and Virginia to Connecticut and Vermont – and Toronto, Canada. In addition to traveling extensively in the U.S. and the U.K., she has a BA in Journalism from Point Park University (PA), a MA in Holocaust & Genocide Studies from Stockton University (NJ), and a Master of Professional Writing from Chatham University (PA). A writer and editor for Only In Your State since 2016, Beth grew up in and currently lives outside of Pittsburgh and when she’s not writing or hanging out with her bunnies, budgies, and chinchilla, she and her daughter are out chasing waterfalls.
While Pennsylvania may be known for quite a few foods – from the controversial scrapple to the scrumptious whoopie pies – most of us would likely agree that the most recognizable food to come from PA is the Philly cheesesteak sandwich. While you can get a Philly cheesesteak all over the United States, chances are you won’t find one that compares to Dalessandro’s Steaks in Pennsylvania.
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For an authentic Philly cheesesteak that will leave you stuffed and happy, you'll definitely want to make your way to Philadelphia, the home of the iconic sandwich.
Dalessandro's Steaks has been serving its famous cheesesteak since 1960, just 30 years after the popular sandwich was invented by hot dog vendor Pat Olivieri.
As the birthplace of the cheesesteak sandwich, Philadelphia has no shortage of popular spots to order one. Dalessandro's, however, has often been credited with making some of the best in the city.
Grab a seat at the counter, or grab your cheesesteak to go. Just be prepared to wait in line. The tiny eatery is so popular that there's usually a wait.
Dalessandro's serves an assortment of cheesesteak sandwiches. If you're in the mood for the original, order the cheesesteak, made with fresh-cut ribeye and topped with cheese and onions.
Try one of the most iconic cheesesteaks in PA at Dalessandro's Steaks, open Monday through Saturday from 11 a.m. to 12 a.m. and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m.
Have you tried the cheesesteak sandwich at Dalessandro’s Steaks in Pennsylvania? What did you think? Would you recommend it to others? Let us know in the comments! While you’re in Philly, you might also want to try the two-foot long cheesesteak at One Pound Cheesesteaks.
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