You're Not A True Pennsylvanian Until You've Tried The Philly Cheesesteak, The State's Most Famous Dish
By Beth Price-Williams|Published February 18, 2021
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Beth Price-Williams
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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.
Get ready for a mad craving that won’t go away until you’ve sunk your teeth into the most popular food in Pennsylvania. It’s safe to say that PA’s known for quite a few dishes – from the love it or hate it scrapple to whoopie pies/gobs. One food, however, has earned props as the most popular food in Pennsylvania, at least according to Insider, and that’s the Philly cheesesteak sandwich.
Generations of Pennsylvanians have grown up eating Philly cheesesteak sandwiches, the delicious creation of Pat Olivieri. One day in 1930, the hot dog vendor decided to mix things up a bit and…
Grilled up some meat, instead of a hot dog, to make what would become the Philly cheesesteak sandwich – a culinary masterpiece that sits on a hoagie roll and features sliced steak and cheese. (Some use melted cheese while others prefer Cheez Whiz.)
A customer saw what Pat was making, requested a sandwich and the rest, as they say, is history. While you can get a darn good Philly cheesesteak sandwich just about anywhere in PA…
You really won’t find any better than in its birthplace of Philadelphia. Chances are, however, you’ll want to start with a visit to Pat’s King of Steaks.
It's the home of the original Philly cheesesteak. Sat on Passyunk Avenue, Pat’s King of Steaks still sells it original hot dogs and Philly cheesesteak sandwiches. Both pair perfectly with a helping of golden fries.
Don’t worry too much if you can’t make it to Philly to indulge in the original Philly cheesesteak sandwich. The popular eatery also ships its iconic sandwiches.
Do you agree the most famous food in Pennsylvania is the Philly cheesesteak? If not, what do you think deserves that title? Let us know in the comments! For the most delicious journey of your life, embark on the cheesesteak trail in Pennsylvania.
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