Pat's King of Steaks & Geno's Steaks
Pat's King of Steaks / Geno's Steaks
Two long-established cheesesteak shops facing each other across a South Philadelphia intersection. They are the birthplace of the Philly cheesesteak and a must-visit photo spot.
Pat’s claims to have invented the cheesesteak in 1930, while Geno’s, across the street, is known for its neon sign. Order quickly: ask for a “one whiz wit” (cheese sauce with onions). Cash and cards are both accepted. Both are open 24 hours, and lines are usually short. They are located at the southern end of the Italian Market and can be visited together.
Opening hours
Open 24 hours
Nearby sights
- Italian Market (9th Street)
- Philadelphia's Magic Gardens
- Independence Hall
- Liberty Bell Center
- Philadelphia City Hall
- Reading Terminal Market
- Museum of the American Revolution
- Rittenhouse Square