Philly’s Best Cheesesteaks Earns National Recognition for Delivering Real Philly Flavor to the West Coast

June 11, 2026 // Franchising.com // LOS ANGELES – Philly’s Best Cheesesteaks has been recognized in Eat This, Not That’s nationwide roundup of the “Best Cheesesteaks at Chain Restaurants” with the national food publication calling Philly’s Best “the most authentic cheesesteak in California.” It is described as top in the ranking.

Founded in 1992 by native Philadelphians Bob and Andrea Levey, Philly’s Best Cheesesteaks was established in Southern California and serves customers 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.

SOURCE Philly’s Best Cheesesteaks

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