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Condé Nast Traveler
22-05-2025
- General
- Condé Nast Traveler
15 Best Cheesesteaks in Philadelphia, According to a Philly Lifer
The City of Brotherly Love is filled with meat-and-cheese sandwich lovers. We Philadelphians live and die by the big three: Hoagies (known as subs in the rest of the country), roast pork (with garlicky broccoli rabe and sharp provolone), and cheesesteaks. The cheesesteak's story began in the 1930s in South Philadelphia, but the item has become a regional staple served at corner 'Papi' stores and even given the gourmet treatment by award-winning chefs. It's a deceptively simple sandwich—beef, cheese, and onions—but nailing the ratio, texture, and flavor is the real challenge. No two spots make their cheesesteak the same, but the 12-inch recipe calls for thinly sliced (or diced) ribeye steak, melted cheese (American, Cooper Sharp White, or Cheez Whiz), and small fried onions on a long (seeded or non-seeded) soft roll. Additional toppings range from mushrooms to long hot peppers and cherry peppers. Never ketchup or mayo. As someone who's been eating cheesesteaks since college and is now a Philly lifer, there are a few tips to know: Prepare for long lines and wait times, and, at most spots, a lack of seating. Just like New York pizza slice culture, cheesesteaks are typically ordered to go and best savored sitting outside. Grab some extra napkins and get your stomach ready for an epic crawl. (Trust us, even if you have to wait, eating a fantastic cheesesteak is one of the best things to do in Philadelphia.) Here are 15 places to find the best cheesesteaks in Philly (in no particular order). The steaks at Jim's on South Street Jillian Guyette 1. Jim's Steaks 400 South St., 431 N. 62nd St. Philadelphia is lucky to have two Jim's Steaks. Jim's South Street has two dining spaces where you can eat their famous whiz wit (slathered with Cheez Whiz and fried onions). There's a first-floor diner-style space and a second floor adorned with rare mosaic works from Philly legend Isaiah Zagar of Philadelphia's Magic Gardens (it's even on Condé Nast Traveler's list of the best restaurants in Philadelphia). In West Philly is Jim's West, the O.G. location where you can get a $20 combo special: A beef or chicken cheesesteak, drink, and a side of banana pudding. 2. Dalessandro's Steaks 600 Wendover St.
Yahoo
13-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
The Cheesesteak Anthony Bourdain Said Should Be A 'National Landmark' Isn't From Philly
Philadelphia is often considered home to the greatest cheesesteaks in the world, and considering the sandwich was first created in the city in the 1930s, that isn't a shocking distinction (though the original cheesesteak was missing a crucial ingredient). Some, however, such as illustrious celebrity chef Anthony Bourdain, disagree with this take. Instead, Bourdain believed that Donkey's Place, a restaurant across the Delaware River in Camden, New Jersey, was just as good as (or better than) any cheesesteak in the neighboring state. Bourdain revealed his love for Donkey's cheesesteaks in Season 5, Episode 6 of "Parts Unknown," which exclusively covered the cuisine found across New Jersey. In it, Bourdain questioned whether or not Philadelphia was truly the "center of the cheesesteak universe," or if the 80+ year-old restaurant in Southern New Jersey arguably makes a better version of the dish. "Behold the Jersey cheesesteak," Bourdain narrated, "It's round, it's got steak, spices, browned onions, real American cheese, such as it is, and a poppy seed roll. And it is sublime." Read more: Once-Popular Pizza Styles That Are Slowly Disappearing Philly cheesesteak diehards — folks that know the proper way to order a cheesesteak — likely think the idea of New Jersey doing the dish better is insane (or, as Bourdain put it, treasonous). However, the changes implemented by these Jersey cheesesteak-makers have proven to be quite appetizing for many sandwich lovers in New Jersey, Philadelphia, and beyond. For Bourdain, the poppy seed kaiser roll used at Donkey's gave the Jersey cheesesteak a more satisfying taste and texture than the hoagie roll or baguette typically used in Philly. Otherwise, some may prefer the sliced American cheese in Jersey cheesesteaks over the Cheez Whiz and provolone cheese that the Philly version is known for. Despite cheesesteaks being one of those foods that cause an argument whenever they're mentioned, after his experience at Donkey's Place, Bourdain wasn't afraid to draw a line in the sand and admit his controversial preference. "This should be a national landmark right away. This sandwich is unbelievably good," Bourdain praised, "Jersey cheesesteaks, I'm not saying they're better than Philadelphia — yeah, I am, actually. This is great." For more food and drink goodness, join The Takeout's newsletter. Get taste tests, food & drink news, deals from your favorite chains, recipes, cooking tips, and more! Read the original article on The Takeout.
New York Post
01-05-2025
- New York Post
Philadelphia Judge Scott DiClaudio faces ethics complaint over role in wife's high-end cheesesteak shop
A Philadelphia judge's role in a cheesesteak shop owned by his wife has prompted a panel to allege he's violated the state's ethics rules. The Pennsylvania Judicial Conduct Board on Tuesday filed a complaint against Common Pleas Judge Scott DiClaudio over Shay's Steaks, a high-end cheesesteak restaurant that opened more than a year ago a few blocks from city hall. He's accused of using his status as a judge to promote the business. 5 Common Pleas Court Judge Scott DiClaudio poses with his wife, Jackee, at their new Shay's Cheesesteaks in Philadelphia on Feb. 23, 2024. AP 'This complaint is such a farce,' DiClaudio, who is acting as his own lawyer, said in a phone interview Tuesday evening. 'People do not come to Shay's because a judge may make their cheesesteak.' 'I have a support role, which I'm permitted to have,' he said. In a podcast interview cited by the board, DiClaudio discussed decisions about pricing, ingredients, salary levels for employees and competing restaurants. 'I don't mind charging $19, because I'm giving you a better quality steak,' DiClaudio said on the podcast. Lately, he said, health issues and the demands of having a young child have limited his time in the business. As a criminal court judge, his focus these days is on court actions filed by defendants after they have been convicted. The Judicial Conduct Board investigates and prosecutes possible instances of judge misconduct in Pennsylvania. The case will be heard by the Court of Judicial Discipline. 5 Shay's Steaks is a high-end cheesesteak restaurant in Philadelphia. AP The board complaint notes that news coverage of the restaurant in Philadelphia, where cheesesteaks are the subject of perpetual public interest, has noted that he is a judge. One story referred to him as 'whiz honor' — a reference to the use of Cheez Whiz on some cheesesteaks. If anything, DiClaudio said, his role in the restaurant may be improving the image of judges in the minds of his fellow Philadelphians, giving them 'confidence in the judiciary — that we're not all robots.' Shay's Steaks is named for his late mother and the luncheonette his parents ran for more than two decades in South Philly. The complaint references several news stories about the restaurant that describe him as a judge. 5 Judge Scott DiClaudio is accused of using his judicial status to promote his business. Fox29 'I had no idea what they were going to write,' DiClaudio said. 'I had no say in the editing process until I saw it myself.' He noted a sign at the restaurant states Jackee DiClaudio is the owner — the couple lives in the same building as the restaurant. He said Shay's Steaks has never used an image of him in judicial robes or described him as a judge in advertising materials. He says he's never been paid for his work there, and that the profits go to his wife. 5 Shay's Steaks is named for his late mother and the luncheonette his parents ran for more than two decades in South Philly. Fox29 DiClaudio is accused of falling short of a requirement that judges always act in a way that promotes public confidence in the independence, integrity and impartiality of the judiciary. Another allegation is that he violated a rule that judges 'not abuse the prestige of judicial office to advance the personal or economic interests of the judge or others, or allow others to do so.' County judges such as DiClaudio may not have other employment that would in any way interfere with their judicial duties and responsibilities, said Sam Stretton, a prominent judicial ethics lawyer. He has represented DiClaudio in the past, and may again in the current matter. 5 The judge noted a sign at the restaurant states Jackee DiClaudio is the owner — the couple lives in the same building as the restaurant. Fox29 'He's very proud of his wife and what she's doing there,' Stretton said. 'Sure, he gives input but I don't see that as being prohibited. The issue he's got to deal with is: Is there self-promotion here?' Complicating the case is that DiClaudio is currently on probation under a decision by the Court of Judicial Discipline that involved tax liens and an unpaid bill. He was found to have not acknowledged debt on his financial disclosure forms and did not obey court orders, leading to repeated contempt citations against him, the court said. He was suspended without pay for two weeks, so in order to qualify for a pension and retiree health care he needs to serve two additional weeks after his term expires in January 2026. A Democrat, he is seeking retention to another 10-year term. If he wins retention he says he is considering retiring early next year.
CBS News
30-04-2025
- CBS News
Philadelphia judge faces ethics complaint over role in wife's cheesesteak shop
A Philadelphia judge's role in a cheesesteak shop owned by his wife has prompted a panel to allege he's violated the state's ethics rules. The Pennsylvania Judicial Conduct Board on Tuesday filed a complaint against Common Pleas Judge Scott DiClaudio over Shay's Steaks, a high-end cheesesteak restaurant that opened more than a year ago a few blocks from city hall. "This complaint is such a farce," DiClaudio, who is acting as his own lawyer, said in a phone interview Tuesday evening. "People do not come to Shay's because a judge may make their cheesesteak." "I have a support role, which I'm permitted to have," he said. In a podcast interview cited by the board, DiClaudio discussed decisions about pricing, ingredients, salary levels for employees and competing restaurants. "I don't mind charging $19, because I'm giving you a better quality steak," DiClaudio said on the podcast. Lately, he said, health issues and the demands of having a young child have limited his time in the business. As a criminal court judge, his focus these days is on court actions filed by defendants after they have been convicted. The Judicial Conduct Board investigates and prosecutes possible instances of judge misconduct in Pennsylvania. The case will be heard by the Court of Judicial Discipline. The board complaint notes that news coverage of the restaurant in Philadelphia, where cheesesteaks are the subject of perpetual public interest, has noted he is a judge. One story referred to him as "whiz honor" — a reference to the use of Cheez Whiz on some cheesesteaks. If anything, DiClaudio said, his role in the restaurant may be improving the image of judges in the minds of his fellow Philadelphians, giving them "confidence in the judiciary — that we're not all robots." Shay's Steaks is named for his late mother and the luncheonette his parents ran for more than two decades in South Philly. The complaint references several news stories about the restaurant that describe him as a judge. "I had no idea what they were going to write," DiClaudio said. "I had no say in the editing process until I saw it myself." He noted a sign at the restaurant states Jackee DiClaudio is the owner — the couple lives in the same building as the restaurant. He said Shay's Steaks has never used an image of him in judicial robes or described him as a judge in advertising materials. He says he's never been paid for his work there, and that the profits go to his wife. DiClaudio is accused of falling short of a requirement that judges always act in a way that promotes public confidence in the independence, integrity and impartiality of the judiciary. Another allegation is that he violated a rule that judges "not abuse the prestige of judicial office to advance the personal or economic interests of the judge or others, or allow others to do so." County judges such as DiClaudio may not have other employment that would in any way interfere with their judicial duties and responsibilities, said Sam Stretton, a prominent judicial ethics lawyer. He has represented DiClaudio in the past, and may again in the current matter. "He's very proud of his wife and what she's doing there," Stretton said. "Sure, he gives input but I don't see that as being prohibited. The issue he's got to deal with is: Is there self-promotion here?" Complicating the case is that DiClaudio is currently on probation under a decision by the Court of Judicial Discipline that involved tax liens and an unpaid bill. He was found to have not acknowledged debt on his financial disclosure forms and did not obey court orders, leading to repeated contempt citations against him, the court said. He was suspended without pay for two weeks, so in order to qualify for a pension and retiree health care he needs to serve two additional weeks after his term expires in January 2026. A Democrat, he is seeking retention to another 10-year term. If he wins retention he says he is considering retiring early next year.
30-04-2025
Philly judge faces ethics complaint over role in wife's cheesesteak shop
A Philadelphia judge's role in a cheesesteak shop owned by his wife has prompted a panel to allege he's violated the state's ethics rules. The Pennsylvania Judicial Conduct Board on Tuesday filed a complaint against Common Pleas Judge Scott DiClaudio over Shay's Steaks, a high-end cheesesteak restaurant that opened more than a year ago a few blocks from city hall. 'This complaint is such a farce,' DiClaudio, who is acting as his own lawyer, said in a phone interview Tuesday evening. 'People do not come to Shay's because a judge may make their cheesesteak.' 'I have a support role, which I'm permitted to have,' he said. In a podcast interview cited by the board, DiClaudio discussed decisions about pricing, ingredients, salary levels for employees and competing restaurants. 'I don't mind charging $19, because I'm giving you a better quality steak,' DiClaudio said on the podcast. Lately, he said, health issues and the demands of having a young child have limited his time in the business. As a criminal court judge, his focus these days is on court actions filed by defendants after they have been convicted. The Judicial Conduct Board investigates and prosecutes possible instances of judge misconduct in Pennsylvania. The case will be heard by the Court of Judicial Discipline. The board complaint notes that news coverage of the restaurant in Philadelphia, where cheesesteaks are the subject of perpetual public interest, has noted he is a judge. One story referred to him as 'whiz honor' — a reference to the use of Cheez Whiz on some cheesesteaks. If anything, DiClaudio said, his role in the restaurant may be improving the image of judges in the minds of his fellow Philadelphians, giving them 'confidence in the judiciary — that we're not all robots.' Shay's Steaks is named for his late mother and the luncheonette his parents ran for more than two decades in South Philly. The complaint references several news stories about the restaurant that describe him as a judge. 'I had no idea what they were going to write," DiClaudio said. "I had no say in the editing process until I saw it myself.' He noted a sign at the restaurant states Jackee DiClaudio is the owner — the couple lives in the same building as the restaurant. He said Shay's Steaks has never used an image of him in judicial robes or described him as a judge in advertising materials. He says he's never been paid for his work there, and that the profits go to his wife. DiClaudio is accused of falling short of a requirement that judges always act in a way that promotes public confidence in the independence, integrity and impartiality of the judiciary. Another allegation is that he violated a rule that judges 'not abuse the prestige of judicial office to advance the personal or economic interests of the judge or others, or allow others to do so.' County judges such as DiClaudio may not have other employment that would in any way interfere with their judicial duties and responsibilities, said Sam Stretton, a prominent judicial ethics lawyer. He has represented DiClaudio in the past, and may again in the current matter. 'He's very proud of his wife and what she's doing there,' Stretton said. 'Sure, he gives input but I don't see that as being prohibited. The issue he's got to deal with is: Is there self-promotion here?' Complicating the case is that DiClaudio is currently on probation under a decision by the Court of Judicial Discipline that involved tax liens and an unpaid bill. He was found to have not acknowledged debt on his financial disclosure forms and did not obey court orders, leading to repeated contempt citations against him, the court said. He was suspended without pay for two weeks, so in order to qualify for a pension and retiree health care he needs to serve two additional weeks after his term expires in January 2026. A Democrat, he is seeking retention to another 10-year term. If he wins retention he says he is considering retiring early next year.
