DALESSANDRO'S
ROXBOROUGH SUPERSTAR
Dalessandro’s storefront is on the ground floor of a Roxborough rowhouse, and that nondescript sign looks as if it might have been there since the place opened in 1961. But Philadelphians know only one thing matters – the cheesesteak itself. And a Dalessandro’s steak is as good as any you will find anywhere.
TastingTable has recently proclaimed this cheesesteak to be the city's best, and Dalessandro’s won the Inquirer’s Best in Philly competition in 2023. Indeed, almost every serious discussion about Philly’s best cheesesteak has Dalessandro’s in the mix.
It’s not hard to see why. Every steak at Dalessandro’s comes with more than six decades of expertise. First the beef is chopped fine and seasoned on the grill along with the onions, and then cheese is placed on top and melted through every square inch to create a flavor you will never forget. It is a masterful creation.
The best place to enjoy a Dalessandro’s cheesesteak used to be their lunch counter, if you were lucky enough to find an open seat. Now it is strictly takeout. There is often a line, but a Dalessandro's steak is well worth the wait. After you place your order, you will receive texts estimating when your steak will be ready.
DALESSANDRO’S STEAKS
600 Wendover Street (at Henry Avenue)
(215) 482-5407
