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The place with the BEST Cheesesteak in Philly, Geno’s was founded by one of Philly’s own, Joey Vento in 1966. The man had two boxes of steaks, a few hot dogs, and $6 in his pocket when he turned on the grills at 9th and Passyunk. Neighboring joints predicted he’d last six months, tops. Little by little the shop at 9th and Passyunk drew more attention. Before long, people were saying they were the best steaks they’ve ever had. Joey kept at it. Business was booming in 1971 when Joey and his wife Eileen had a baby boy. Always one to do things his own way, Joey decided to name his son Geno. Joey passed away in 2011. Geno has since taken over the shop and is carrying on Joey’s legacy by serving up the famous Philly cheesesteak.
Patrons line up 24/7 for the cheesesteak sandwiches served up at this no-frills landmark.
Address and Contact Information
Address: 1219 S 9th St, Philadelphia, PA 19147
Phone: (215) 389-0659
Website: https://www.genosteaks.com/
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Nicole P.
Like so many others, I ventured here because of the hype. I was THOROUGHLY disappointed.
First, customer service was just nonexistent. I’ve received warm & friendly welcomes pretty much everywhere I’ve gone in Philly. Not here. Woman that took my order was rude—no greeting, no nothing. She sat and talked for a few minutes to the cook while I was waiting at the window. When she was ready, I received a “what do you want.” Ok, let that one slide. I then asked for a bag for my fries (they’re served in a cup with a fork) and I can hear the cook yelling “she don’t need no bag.” Sir,
Second, the food. You could go to Jersey Mike’s in ANY state (I’ve gone to several) & have a better tasting Philly. Geno’s had ZERO flavor. NONE. Onions and peppers were overcooked—super soggy. This place was an absolute miss for me. I will say, the steak used is a quite fresh but that’s about all the positivity they’ll get from me.
The $25 spent was just not worth the money. & why the fries and cheesesteaks are ordered at separate windows is beyond me.
Very congested area w/no parking.
… moreFirst, customer service was just nonexistent. I’ve received warm & friendly welcomes pretty much everywhere I’ve gone in Philly. Not here. Woman that took my order was rude—no greeting, no nothing. She sat and talked for a few minutes to the cook while I was waiting at the window. When she was ready, I received a “what do you want.” Ok, let that one slide. I then asked for a bag for my fries (they’re served in a cup with a fork) and I can hear the cook yelling “she don’t need no bag.” Sir,
Second, the food. You could go to Jersey Mike’s in ANY state (I’ve gone to several) & have a better tasting Philly. Geno’s had ZERO flavor. NONE. Onions and peppers were overcooked—super soggy. This place was an absolute miss for me. I will say, the steak used is a quite fresh but that’s about all the positivity they’ll get from me.
The $25 spent was just not worth the money. & why the fries and cheesesteaks are ordered at separate windows is beyond me.
Very congested area w/no parking.
bogdan alexandru bola
Located at the intersection of 9th Street and Passyunk Avenue in South Philly, its bright orange facade and thousands of neon lights make it impossible to miss. And the experience was great. A solid good sandwich that was very pleasurable to eat. Fun fact: contrary to popular belief, the founder Joey Vento didn’t name this joint after his son. He actually found a broken door with the name “GINO” painted on it. To avoid a trademark conflict with a local fast-food chain called Gino’s, he changed the “i” to an “e.” Ironically, he named his son Geno five years later! :);
… moreGSTonyTseng
Welcome to the cradle of liberty — Philadelphia ✨
This city is packed with history… and mouthwatering food battles you just can’t ignore
The moment we arrived, we dove straight into the ultimate Philly Cheesesteak showdown — two legendary rivals facing off across the street
Geno’s Steaks vs Pat’s King of Steaks
Located at a lively street corner in South Philly, both spots are bursting with sizzling aromas and hungry crowds.
Geno’s Steaks
✨ The vibe is bright, bold, and full of energy.
Their cheese sauce is thick, rich, and generously poured — just the way I like it. The beef is slightly salty, but the overall flavor has more depth and character.
Personally, I’m Team Geno’s! It’s cheesier, creamier, and simply more satisfying
… moreThis city is packed with history… and mouthwatering food battles you just can’t ignore
The moment we arrived, we dove straight into the ultimate Philly Cheesesteak showdown — two legendary rivals facing off across the street
Geno’s Steaks vs Pat’s King of Steaks
Located at a lively street corner in South Philly, both spots are bursting with sizzling aromas and hungry crowds.
Geno’s Steaks
✨ The vibe is bright, bold, and full of energy.
Their cheese sauce is thick, rich, and generously poured — just the way I like it. The beef is slightly salty, but the overall flavor has more depth and character.
Personally, I’m Team Geno’s! It’s cheesier, creamier, and simply more satisfying
Ilhan Tanir
During my three-day stay in Philadelphia, I made it my mission to eat as many cheesesteaks as humanly possible. My plan included visiting at least one of the two legendary rivals: Geno’s or Pat’s. I chose Geno’s, arriving around 5:30 PM on a crisp January evening just as the sun was setting. This followed a wonderful day of sightseeing at historic landmarks like Independence Hall, Congress Hall, and the Museum of the American Revolution.
The Experience
Because there was no line, my order was ready in just a few minutes. I ordered a cheesesteak with provolone and onions.
The Bread & Meat: I loved the bread—it was fresh and held up well. The steak was sliced thick and was quite substantial.
The Texture: The sandwich was juicy without being greasy or dripping in oil. There was plenty of meat, yet it wasn’t dry or difficult to eat.
The Atmosphere: As is common with famous Philly sandwich spots, the staff can feel a bit intimidating. I felt that if I asked for salt or pepper, they might judge me for “not knowing” how a real steak should taste! I also wanted to experience the sandwich exactly as it’s traditionally served.
The Verdict
I did find that the sandwich needed a bit of salt and pepper. Unfortunately, I didn’t see any on the outdoor tables, and I only noticed the garnish station (which had pickled peppers and other toppings) as I was leaving.
Final Verdict: This is a solid, reliable sandwich. If this shop were near my house, I would eat there in a heartbeat. It’s a decent cheesesteak with high-quality meat, though I wouldn’t necessarily call it “extraordinary” compared to the massive hype. Is it the best in the city? I’ll have to try a few more legendary spots before I can say for sure.
… moreThe Experience
Because there was no line, my order was ready in just a few minutes. I ordered a cheesesteak with provolone and onions.
The Bread & Meat: I loved the bread—it was fresh and held up well. The steak was sliced thick and was quite substantial.
The Texture: The sandwich was juicy without being greasy or dripping in oil. There was plenty of meat, yet it wasn’t dry or difficult to eat.
The Atmosphere: As is common with famous Philly sandwich spots, the staff can feel a bit intimidating. I felt that if I asked for salt or pepper, they might judge me for “not knowing” how a real steak should taste! I also wanted to experience the sandwich exactly as it’s traditionally served.
The Verdict
I did find that the sandwich needed a bit of salt and pepper. Unfortunately, I didn’t see any on the outdoor tables, and I only noticed the garnish station (which had pickled peppers and other toppings) as I was leaving.
Final Verdict: This is a solid, reliable sandwich. If this shop were near my house, I would eat there in a heartbeat. It’s a decent cheesesteak with high-quality meat, though I wouldn’t necessarily call it “extraordinary” compared to the massive hype. Is it the best in the city? I’ll have to try a few more legendary spots before I can say for sure.
hanieh nasrollahi
Delicious Philly cheesesteak sandwiches! But the atmosphere could have been better. At the time we visited, only outdoor dining was available, and the weather wasn’t very pleasant. I’ve been there almost two years ago, in May.
… moreJ
Being the tourist I was when visiting Philly and having heard about these “rivals” I tried both Geno’s and Pats, to see which I thought was the best. I have to say I was sorely disappointed. Both are well below average Philly cheesesteak sandwiches that I have had throughout my life. If these are representatives of what the Philly cheesesteak sandwich should be like, then the city and state and all those that take any amount of pride that a sandwich has your name on it, should hold their heads in shame. Both Pat’s and Geno’s steak had no flavor, seemed steamed or boiled. Geno’s had very little cheese or onions and the bread was tough and chewy. Pat’s had good amount of cheese and onions. The bread was not tough or chewy. I do not recommend either, I would suggest finding the local favorite because my son had mentioned even before I went to Philly that people he knows that went to both said they were not good, but because I fell into the rivalry and wanted to see who I thought was better, I went any way. All I got out of it was now I can say I tried them both, if it ever comes up, and they both sucked. Save yourself time and money and pass.
… moreBrett
Genos I assume to be a good cheesesteak place but I had asked for no onions 3 times and I still got onions in my steak. It was wrapped poorly and the roll was basically falling apart when I tried to eat it. They did have a topping bar out in the street which I thought was a pretty neat idea but I still can’t say my experience was any better from it. The street and tables however were very clean and it seemed the kitchen was as well which I have to give them points for. However To have to travel to phillie for an authentic phillie cheesesteak all I thought was I stayed at home and ate one I made instead.
… moreMarcita Evans
FYI: Parking in the area is extremely sparse. The restaurant is in a highly populated residential area with tight streets. Please be prepared to walk.
We tried both Geno’s and it’s rival, directly across the street, Pat’s. Geno’s is the clear winner in our opinion. Geno’s cheese steaks are tender and have good flavor. We ordered the steak with onion snd provolone cheese. The fries were perfectly cooked, crispy and plentiful. The restaurant is modern and very clean!!!
… moreWe tried both Geno’s and it’s rival, directly across the street, Pat’s. Geno’s is the clear winner in our opinion. Geno’s cheese steaks are tender and have good flavor. We ordered the steak with onion snd provolone cheese. The fries were perfectly cooked, crispy and plentiful. The restaurant is modern and very clean!!!
Ross Kennedy
This time we ate at Pats and Genos and this time Genos won. Many are not used to cheesteaks the way there were invented without chopping up the steak too much. Genos doesn’t make you feel nervous when ordering like Pats does. The rolls may not quite as good at Pat’s (at least this time) but the meat is more tender than Pats which is a bit chewy. Seating and lighting is better at Genos also. And their cheesteaks are little less money than Pat’s.
… moreLou Verna
PHILLY, FROM OUR BLOCK TO THE WORLD
We know people around the world are tuning in—so we wanted to show you our hometown the way we know it.
In Part 1 of our Philly food series, Tony Salloum—founder of VAC Motorsports—goes back to where he grew up to show exactly how to order a cheesesteak at Geno’s Steaks.
This isn’t just food.
It’s neighborhood history.
It’s how locals do it.
It’s Philly.
If you’ve never been here—this is your invite.
Come to Philadelphia. Walk the streets. Feel the culture.
Grab a cheesesteak and enjoy it with us.
… moreWe know people around the world are tuning in—so we wanted to show you our hometown the way we know it.
In Part 1 of our Philly food series, Tony Salloum—founder of VAC Motorsports—goes back to where he grew up to show exactly how to order a cheesesteak at Geno’s Steaks.
This isn’t just food.
It’s neighborhood history.
It’s how locals do it.
It’s Philly.
If you’ve never been here—this is your invite.
Come to Philadelphia. Walk the streets. Feel the culture.
Grab a cheesesteak and enjoy it with us.