Geno’s and Pat’s are vastly overated, compared to many other places, as for instance, Gooey Luie’s on Moyamensing Ave in Pennsport South Philly.
Agreed.
As a matter of fact, I had a terrific (if expensive!) cheesesteak at Harry the K's yesterday before the game. When it comes down to it, the secret to a great cheesesteak (or hoagie for that matter) is the bread. Other than that, as long as the beef is fresh and there's no grissle and the grease is mostly drained off, almost any cheesesteak tastes great with sauteed onions and ketchup on it.
My earlier comment was meant as a comparison between Pat's and Geno's. I'm in that area a lot on business and I decided a while ago that I liked Geno's better. Pat's are sometimes a little... chewy. Probably my favorite cheesesteaks come from Giuseppe's in Richboro.
FRegards,
LH