Philip's Philadelphia

The Old-Fashioned cheesesteak

Doug from Philadelphia

""Philip's" in Philadelphia is a cheesesteak restaurant that mixes neighborhood and strip & that's a little different. My only tip? Just try to eat inside!"

I know, yet another cheesesteak place. Get excited though: your taste buds will thank you. This one is a little different and really tasty because it involves long hots, tomatoes, provolone, and of course onions. Another little spot with no seating near the end of Passyunk (Pash-yunk if you want to talk like a local) avenue. The area is sort of in this odd mix of neighborhood meets strip. This place somewhat bridges the two. It's a long walk down or a short Uber/Lyft ride but worth it.

Welcome to Philip's! Ordering this cheesesteak is a little different than the rest because you only need to say you want an Old-Fashion or "Old Fashioned please". The sliced tomatoes on top and the long hots or less hot peppers (the only choice you have to make) are what make this sandwich Faboo.

What to do once you have gotten your Old-Fashion? Well there is a slight covering you can eat under or on the street because it may or may not be packed! I say eat right there and maybe make some friends while you're chowing down! Enjoy and remember you order your drinks at the other window :).

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Philadelphia Spotter Doug

About me I do a lot of things. My day differs greatly from one to the next, which I love. I have a number of jobs: I have a traveling corporate job, and help building houses are my two umbrellas. I enjoy cramming my day and trying to get the most out of each one. I would be considered an aggressive traveler as I like to see tons of things which typically leads to little sleep. I enjoy films, reading, meeting new people, and trying new things. I also love to tell stories about my travels. All in all I would say I try my best to appreciate my life and make the mos...

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2234 Passyunk Ave

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Oct 4, 2025

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