Shay's Steaks: The Ultimate Destination for Authentic Philly Cheesesteaks

There are a lot of places in Philly to get a delicious cheesesteak, but there is nothing like Shay's. Shay's Steaks is a full-on community highlight. The owner Scott is one of the nicest guys I have ever met and provided us with an above and beyond amazing experience from start to finish. He gave recommendations on his favorites, provided us with some stories of famous people who have visited (very cool picture wall with a lot of local bands!), and truly made us feel welcome. Our favorite was the Philly Special. A little spice and huge flavor. There isn't a freezer in the place and you can tell from the freshness of all the ingredients. These are not "cheap" cheesesteaks, but you are getting your money's worth as the steaks are so stuffed that you need a fork to eat it all. I have visited Shay's 5 times in the last year and look forward to going every time I am in Philly. The staff, the food, and the overall consistency of experience is incredible... Every time is like the first time.

The best Philly experience for those in the know! ​Don’t fall into the trap of the "famous" spots across town. If you want a 10/10 cheesesteak without the outdoor-only seating and massive tourist lines, go to Shay’s. ​The Food: The classic cheesesteak and fries were phenomenal. Next time, I’m trying the filet! ​The Vibe: Authentic, local, and welcoming. Hearing that the Red Clay Strays frequent this spot only confirmed we were in the right place. ​Pro Tip: If you’re visiting in the winter, the indoor seating here is a lifesaver. It’s a bit tight for large groups, but way better than freezing at a picnic table at the "original" spots. ​Skip the hype, get the steak at Shay’s.

Found this place while visit family nearby. Legit steak!!! What's even better is the ability to upgrade to prime rib or wagyu! The hand cut fries were amazing too. Showed up again today (third visit) and the owner was here working. Amazing guy ... very proud of what he's built and should be. Probably the best steak sandwich I've had. He was handing out pieces of the Wagyu... I'm getting that next visit

If I could give this place 10 stars, I would. I’m from San Antonio and knew I wanted to try a good cheesesteak so I read so many reviews and there was so many to choose from in the area. I’m glad I chose this place bc they did NOT disappoint. Food was so fresh and never frozen. You can tell in every bite. Owners husband came and made us feel very welcome and even chased us out to give us a shirt to invite us to their new restaurants opening in Vegas and on the way to LA. WE WLL DEFINITELY be going to their locations there soon! 10/10

Outstanding cheesesteak! This is the first cheesesteak place that I’ve been to that offers four choices of premium meats. I went with the NY Strip with cooper sharp. It was freshly made and hot! The meat was tender, flavorful and juicy. I am getting to like seeded rolls, but this one was soft like a regular roll only with seeds. It had a nice texture and I like the fact that they gut their rolls. Also, the hand cut fries were pretty good. Service was good, the place was clean and I appreciated the Manager checking on the customers. I highly recommend giving them a try. True rating 9.4 / 10

These aren’t your typical Philly cheesesteaks. The quality of the meat was very good, hence the price. They are also significantly smaller than your typical Philly cheesesteak. We ordered the NY strip & the prime rib cheesesteaks, and we both liked the strip more. These 2 sandwiches cost 50$. They charged 1$ for a side of cherry peppers, and not only did they charge me for 2, but only gave me 1. And the 1 had 5 slices of peppers in it, that’s not enough. Come on.

If you’re even thinking about getting a cheesesteak, stop what you’re doing and go to Shay’s Steaks. I’m not exaggerating when I say this was the best cheesesteak I’ve ever had in my life. First of all, the owner/chef is incredible. Friendly, attentive, and clearly passionate about what he’s doing. You can tell he genuinely cares about the food and the people he’s serving. That kind of energy makes the whole experience better before you even take your first bite. And then you do take that first bite and it’s over. Perfectly cooked steak, seasoned just right, melty cheese, fresh bread. Everything balanced exactly how it should be. I’ve had cheesesteaks from all over, and nothing even comes close. This one set the standard so high I might have to rethink every other sandwich I’ve ever rated. Was given so many freebies, including fries, soda, and even a shirt! If I could hire this man as my personal chef, I would. At this point, I trust him with my life and definitely my lunch.

Shay’s Steaks is a Philly classic. Hot till the very last bite. Services is by far the friendliest I’ve ever encountered across every shop or restaurant I’ve ever sat down to dine - Shay immediately make you feel as if you’ve been a part of his family the moment you enter hay establishment. And a bonus, free fries while you wait on top of the fries you have ordered. A masterclass in food, service and hospitality. Do not miss this place.