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Top Philly Cheesesteaks in NYC

You certainly don't have to be in Philly to enjoy their signature street food, the beloved cheesesteak. New York City is a land of transplants, and with the people come the foods they most crave. Whenever you’re jonesing for an authentic-tasting cheesesteak—try scratching that itch with one from the eateries listed here. Whether you’re in it for the melted cheese, the tender and juicy meat, or the fluffy and filling bread, these venues each have a dish to hit the spot.

Best of NYC Philly Cheesesteaks: Shorty’s (Hell’s Kitchen)

With multiple NYC locations to meet demand, Shorty’s is the closest you can get to the real deal without buying a ticket to travel. They come in the assortment you'd expect: Steak, chicken, pork, vegetarian—and Shorty's sandwiches are served on dough imported directly from Philly and baked fresh at every location. It's also is a great place to relax and hit late after a show, as they're open well past midnight. On the other hand, if you just want to chill at home, they deliver, too. In addition, they offer a weekend brunch special with artisanal breakfast sandwiches. Additional locations in the Flatiron District, and the Lower East Side. 617 Ninth Ave., 212-967-3055, shortysnyc.com

Best of NYC Philly Cheesesteaks: Rocco’s Italian Sausages & Philly Cheese Steaks (Queens)

This is as Old School as it gets: Rocco’s has no website and no credit cards. Here the focus is squarely on the grub you can grab. Their steak and cheese has a melt-in-your-mouth quality, and the service will remind you of a neighborhood where you might have liked to grow up. It’s a short trek from Manhattan, but if you can spare the time, you might find yourself telling folks about the best sandwich in NYC. 5010 Northern Blvd., 718-204-0478

Best of NYC Philly Cheesesteaks: Phil’s Steaks (Multiple Locations)

If you're lucky, you'll find Phil’s Steaks food trucks (nicknamed “Lil’ Jawn”) dotting the streets of New York Monday through Friday. Their menus offer a wide variety of options,  from their classic Whiz Steak to something they call The Wilson, a vegetarian alternative resplendent with cheese, mushrooms, peppers, and fried onions. Phil’s does keep a fairly dependable schedule, but you can always scope out their Twitter page to find out precisely where these incredible sandwiches are going to be—and when. 917-584-0540, philssteaks.com

Best of NYC Philly Cheesesteaks: Wogies Bar & Grill (West Village)

Wogies is a family affair, intended to honor the owner's father—a lifelong Philly area native who loved NYC. Here, cheesesteaks typically appear on a hot, fresh, in-house roll. But, because it's New York, you can also get your filling of choice nestled in a wheat wrap or on a bed of fries. How's that for options? Don’t forget to state your preference: “wit or witout” onions! Wogies is also home to some of the best wings in the area, listed on the menu alongside other tempting treats (including their signature “garbage bread” of melted cheeses and Italian meats). Additional location in the Financial District. 39 Greenwich Ave., 212-229-2171, wogies.com

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