Authentic Philly cheesesteak sandwiches in California? It’s not just a myth. In fact, this Northern California-based chain proudly serves up just that. Whether you’re a California local or an East Coast transplant, we think you’ll find these sandwiches definitely embody everything there is to love about a classic Philly cheesesteak! And if you’ve never had one before, consider this your sign to try one out.
Get a taste of an East Coast classic right here in Northern California when you visit one of The Cheese Steak Shop locations. Founded by East Coast transplants, this locally-based restaurant chain is bringing authentic cheesesteaks to the Golden State!
Founders Keith and Kathy Layton opened the very first Cheese Steak Shop in San Francisco in 1982. It has since expanded to dozens of locations across Northern California, from Chico to San Jose!
Operating for nearly 40 years, this local eatery is committed to serving authentic Philly cheesesteaks with a California twist. Using high-quality, fresh ingredients, you'll be hard-pressed to find a sandwich like this served by anyone else.
All of the shops make your sandwich fresh-to-order and customized to your liking. You can order it with our without onions, white American cheese, provolone cheese, hot peppers, sweet peppers, or even opt for chicken or veggies in place of steak. However you like your Philly, they'll make it!
The Classic Philly Cheese Steak comes in a half or large size and consists of 100% sirloin steak on a soft Amoroso's Italian roll. Feeling extra hungry? Order The King of Philly, which comes with 50% more meat and cheese.
The menu also consists of several variations of the classic sandwich with a unique twist. The Gilroy comes with whole roasted cloves of garlic. The Western comes with bacon, BBQ sauce, onion rings, and provolone. And the Pizza Steak comes with pepperoni, pizza sauce, and provolone. That's just naming a few - there are many, many more.
The restaurant's variety of delicious sides will complete your meal. Choose from steak fries with their signature "guylic" seasoning, Philly cheese fries, curly fries, house made chips, sweet potato fries, onion rings, or chicken strips. Are you drooling yet? Learn more about The Cheese Steak Shop and find a location close to you by visiting their website.
