June 11, 2026 // Franchising.com // LOS ANGELES – Philly’s Best Cheesesteaks, the Southern California cheesesteak and hoagie brand known for bringing real Philly flavor to the West Coast since 1992, has earned national acclaim for its authentic cheesesteak experience. The brand was recently included in Eat This, Not That’s! nationwide roundup of the “7 Best Cheesesteaks at Chain Restaurants” with the national food publication calling Philly’s Best “the most authentic cheesesteak in California.”
Founded in 1992 by native Philadelphians Bob and Andrea Levey, Philly’s Best ranks alongside several of the nation’s largest sandwich chains, reinforcing the brand’s position as a category standout and attractive investment for entrepreneurs looking to introduce a differentiated concept with a strong regional identity and long-standing guest loyalty in markets across the Southwest.
“For more than three decades, we’ve focused on bringing the most authentic cheesesteak and hoagie shops to neighborhoods across Southern California,” said Bob Levey, founder of Philly’s Best Cheesesteaks. “To be recognized alongside much larger brands is incredibly meaningful because it shows that quality still matters. We’ve never chased trends or taken shortcuts—we’ve stayed true to the ingredients, recipes and traditions that Andrea and I grew up with in Philly.”
The recognition comes as Philly’s Best targets strategic franchise growth in priority markets such as Northern California, Arizona, Nevada, Texas and Utah. With a focused menu and simple, streamlined operations, the 20-plus unit brand has carved out a differentiated position within the sandwich category by staying true to its Philadelphia roots and building long-standing customer loyalty across Southern California.
For more information about Philly’s Best Cheesesteaks and its franchise opportunities, visit eatphillysbest.com.
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Philly's Best is celebrating more than 20 years of true Philly flavor in Southern California.