While you probably aren’t thinking of Georgia when you picture the best cheesesteak around, this might just change your mind. When someone hears the word “cheesesteak” it’s probably easy to assume they would automatically think of Philadelphia. Perhaps, until now…

There is a no-frills eatery in Georgia that has been causing quite the commotion with their cheesesteak, so much so that people might just start equating them with having the best all-around. You might need to be the judge on this one…

The Italian restaurant in Chamblee, Georgia known as The Mad Italian, has been serving up some serious comfort food since 1973.
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Some have called the cheesesteak sandwich from The Mad Italian in Georgia the best cheesesteak south of Philly.
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This cheesesteak is not like the authentic cheesesteak you’d find in Pennsylvania, because there is no cheese-whiz involved.
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However, the cheesesteak from The Mad Italian features thinly sliced steak, grilled with onions, topped with melted white American cheese, on a delicious hoagie roll.
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What makes all the difference for a cheesesteak sandwich to become elevated in flavor is the bread—baked fresh in house.
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This cheesesteak has been a staple within the community for decades, with many Chamblee, Georgia residents remembering the very first Mad Italian restaurant outpost.
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Today, this no-frills spot still reigns supreme as one of the best cheesesteaks around, plus a variety of other classic menu items that’ll get your mouth watering.
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Try the cheese stuffed calzones or the chicken parmesan, the penne diavolo or the famed crispy cracker crust pizza.
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But while the other menu items will be just what you need on a Saturday night in, it’s likely the cheesesteak from The Mad Italian that’ll keep you coming back.
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Address: 2089 Savoy Drive, Chamblee, Georgia, 30341

Hours of Operation: Open daily from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m., except Fridays which are open 11 a.m. to 11 p.m.

To learn more about The Mad Italian, visit the website or Facebook Page. Meanwhile, when you’re in the area, it’s only right after indulging in some cheesesteaks to get some ice cream from the Frosty Caboose in Chamblee.

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