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BIG JOHN'S

Rt. 73, Cherry Hill, NJ
In all the years I lived in the Philadelphia area, the best cheesesteak I've ever had is at Big John's on Route 73 in Cherry Hill. They are to die for. Everyone that came to visit me was introduced to cheesesteaks at Big John's. On every return visit they made it a must that Big John's had to be revisited. Kinda made me wonder if it was me or Big John's that was the reason for the return visit :)
Submitted by Sheryl Franklin (sfrankln@fcs-net.com), May 8, 1997
Editor's note: Click here to check out Sheryl's Philadelphia page

BJ's

Mt. Laurel, NJ
BJ's in Rancocas Woods (Creek Rd off 295 Exit 43) in Mt Laurel, NJ. I have Gaetano's and Big Johns to choose from and always end up at BJ's. As a matter of fact, after Flyers games my crew often like to go to Pat's in South Philly. I tried, I now often pass. I'll simply pick up a BJ's steak the next day. My dad, who lives in Delaware County, always holds off on his urges to buy cheesesteaks at home until he visits me.
Submitted by Paul Rzasa (july4th@cris.com) August 13, 1996

BRADLEY'S STEAKS & HOAGIES

107th & 3rd Ave., Stone Harbor, NJ
I've had Philly cheesesteaks from Mendocino to Marrakech. Granted, I'm from the Delaware Valley, where we know our cheesesteaks, pizza, Breyers ice cream, TastyKakes, and pork roll. But the best Philly cheesesteak I've ever had, bar none, is at Bradley's Steaks and Hoagies, 107th and 3rd Ave., Stone Harbor, New Jersey. Only open during the summer. Load the boats. Check it out.
Submitted by Patrick Henry Ryan (PHR1945@aol.com), April 13, 1997

DONKEY'S PLACE

1223 Haddon Ave., Camden PH:(856) 966-2616
I am sure you have heard of this bar called Donkey's Place at 1223 Haddon Avenue in Camden, NJ. Man, this is a hidden secret, most people in South Jersey don't even know about it! Served on a Kaiser Roll with onions and special spices, these steak sandwiches should be tried by anyone brave enough to venture off the beaten path. Though it is in the heart of urban decay, it stands out with its sign and maintained front. It is located about five minutes from Rutgers University's Camden Campus and Cooper University Hospital and UMDNJ. I highly recommend this place to the serious cheesesteak connoisseur.
Submitted by Tim Steinitz, Jan. 14, 2006

FRANK'S PLACE

Ellis St., Haddonfield, NJ
Let it be known to all lovers of a good cheesesteak the best is found in Haddonfield, N.J. @ Frank's Place. Located on ellis st. (where Frank bakes his own bread). If you have any room left after your cheesesteak make sure to grab a slice of their steak-in-a-blanket (winner of many Philly area awards also). Finally for the journey home, bring the family one of Frank's personilized gourmet pizza's. Make sure to say "Hi" to Ann, Frank's wife, and please tell them Peter sent you.
Submitted by Russell Peter Reed , January 31, 1997

CHARCOAL HOUSE

Townsends Inlet, NJ
I was born and raised in NJ spent my summers at Sea Isle city ,The best Cheese steaks were at the charcoal house in Townsends Inlet. don't know if there still there , I moved to NC in 1987 and missed the cheese steaks s much that I had them Fedex in from Big John's fed the whole office that day I had to show the southerners that we had good food up North. I have since moved to western Tennesee and can't find a cheese steak anywhere. do you know and can list which ones on the list will ship fedex or UPS RED????
Submitted by (jgiarrus@aeneas.net), May 3, 1999

GAETANO'S

Willingboro, NJ
My favorite cheesesteak is that of Gaetano's in WIllingboro NJ off Rt. 130 North, on Pennypacker Road. The "Small" runs about 6 bucks. It goes about 12 inches, with a good roll (very thick, aside from Amoroso's the best I've had) , and they absolutely fill it to the hilt with some of the best steak meat around. Very filling and satisfying.
Submitted by Jim Palmieri (jpalmier@indiana.edu ,) August 10, 1996

Hi...i would have to say the best philly style steaks around are from Gaetano's Steaks and Subs....located all over south jersey....
Submitted by Matt Kosoy (XzipfaceX@aol.com), Nov. 3, 1996

JOE'S STEAK SHOP

Phillipsburg N.J.
WELL JOHN,I AM BORN AND RAISED IN NORTH JERSEY,WORKED IN PHILLY, AND CHERRY HILL FOR THE LAST 30 YEARS. I HAVE EATEN STEAKS ALL OVER PHILLY AND SOUTH JERSEY. THESE ARE ALL GREAT,BUT THE PROBLEM IS THEY ALL TASTE THE SAME. THE BEST COME FROM NORTH JERSEY,PHILLIPSBURG. JOE'S STEAK SHOP IN DOWNTOWN PHILLIPSBURG HAS BEEN SERVING STEAKS FOR 60 YEARS THIS YEAR. COMPARED TO SOUTH PHILLY PRICES,THESE ARE A STEAL AT $3.40 WITH THE WORKS,FRIED ONIONS,HOT PEPPERS,MUSHROOMS, ETC. AND OF COURSE THE DIFFERENCE IS THE HOMEMADE STEAK SAUCE. YOUR READER'S HAVE GOT TO TRY ONE, OR TWO, ESPECIALLY IF THEY ARE TRIED OF EATING THE SAME OLD PHILLY STEAK.
Submitted by Joe Attinello (ZOE707@BELLATLANTIC.NET) August 27,1998

MONTEGRILLO

5825 Westfield Ave. Pennsauken, NJ. Phone:(856) 910-9100
Yo! I live in South Jersey 2 minutes over all the bridges to Philly. I frequently go to Philly to the Famous Pat's & get a "Cheese Wit". I found a place in Pennsauken called "Montegrillo" the cheesesteaks are great & so are there famous Westfield Fries.....Go Flyers!!!
Submitted by Adidas8569@aol.com February 3, 2002

NARDI'S DELI

201 Haddon Ave, West Berlin, NJ 08091-1606, Phone:(609)767-0908
Here's one I was surprised to not find on your list. They've won the Courier-Post's Best of South Jersey award for several years running. A cheesesteak with fried onions is the best.
Submitted by Gary Steiner (gsteiner@cyberenet.net) December14,1998

PAT'S PIZZARIA

Pat's Pizzeria Pennsville N.J. has the best cheesesteak around.
Submitted by Michelle Carter (Jon-Mic@webtv.net ) June 6, 1999

PHILLY'S PHATTIES

Voted best cheesesteak in South Jersey by the Courier Post.
Submitted byEd Barski Sept. 20, 2003

SEAGRAVE'S STEAKS & SUBS

Tilbury Rd., Elsinboro, NJ I'm originally from south Jersey and I am now living in the San Francisco Bay Area. The best CHEESESTEAK without a doubt is served by Ronnie Seagraves @ SEAGRAVES STEAKS & SUBS in Elsinboro (Salem Co.) NJ. He is the KING OF CHEESESTEAKS!!! The shop used to be called "Thelma's"(his mother) and has been in business for well over thirty years! They are take out only. Were talking 1 1/2+ lb.sandwiches. Daily baked rolls, fresh sliced rib-eye, and a secret sauce that is second to none. Unbelieveable subs too. They are located on Tilbury Rd. in Elsinboro. Take 95 south to the Deleware Mem. Bridge, go into NJ and head east on rt. 49 for about 8 miles. After you go over a small drawbridge you'll come to a trafic light. go thru it and make the next right. this will lead to Tilbury Rd. and they are up about a mile on the left. The shop is nothing fancy just a well kept secret of the best Cheesesteak on earth! Well worth the trip! ENJOY!!!
Submitted by Jay Buechler (jay.buechler@eimac.cpii.com), Fri., June 13, 1997

gotta agree with previous comments, ronnie is all that with the steak grill. he's the best. seagraves sandwich shop elsinboro, nj (salem area) been eating them for years.stop in for a meal!!!!

SOUTH PHILLY CHEESESTEAKS

Cherry Hill Mall, NJ
The best cheesesteaks I have ever eaten were at SOUTH PHILLY CHEESESTEAKS in the cherry hill mall. They also have stores in other malls in n.j..They have an excellent tasting meat with real Kraft cheese whiz on their steaks. Most of the other steak houses use imitation cheeses. They also have a condiment bar with hot peppers and hot sauce. I have heard people say they come all the way from Phila. to buy steaks there, I know why!! PLF36@aol.com
Submitted by GGorgo (PLF36@aol.com) May5,1999

STEAK OUT

Route 541 & Woodland Rd., Westampton, N.J. PHONE: (609)-265-2784
You will NOT go away hungry from this place! I ordered a small cheesesteak, and this thing was huge! 3/4 lb. of meat ON A SMALL and I could barely finish it all. Their large is advertised as having a full pound of meat. Because they cook to order there is usually a delay in getting served, but it is well worth the wait! Call ahead to avoid the wait. At first glance I was skeptical of the roll, which has sesame seeds on it. I kept an open mind, and found it to be fresh and actually quite impressive. Great Cheese Fries too, they even offer 5 different cheeses on them! All in all, I was very pleased, and will definitely be returning again on my next visit to Westampton, where my fiance's parents reside.
Submitted by John Russ The Editor, September 29, 2003

SUB SHOPPE

Rt. 73, Maple Shade, NJ
Hello.I have read some of your listings and decided to inform you about a place called the "Sub Shoppe". It is located off of Rt. 73 in Maple Shade, New Jersey. Just look for the big water tower on Fellowship Rd. until you spot a blue building with a pink neon sign that says "Sub Shoppe." I have heard that people from different towns and states come for their steaks. The selection of steaks and subs come in two sizes: 10in./$4.20 and 20in./8.40. You can choose to have whatever you would like to have on your steak. Options include: cheese(Amer.,Provo.,Chedd.,Swiss,or Mozz.); lettuce and tomato; bacon; fried or raw onions; mush,green peppers,pepperoni; or a combination of toppings. Looking at their menu, they have about 15 different subs and about 20 different side orders.
Submitted by Stephanie (dfi7@erols.com). March 16, 1997

SUGAR HILL DELI

Mays Landing Road, Somers Point, N.J.
The best place to get a cheestake in South Jersey is at Sugar Hill Deli. It is in Mays Landing, on Somers Point Mays Landing Rd. When I am home I eat there as much as possible.
Submitted by The Lab (TempAcct@fre.fsu.umd.edu), September 15,1998

THE GEM

South Seaville, NJ
I am from South Jersey, right offshore from Sea Isle City. Let me tell you that the best cheesesteak in Cape May County belongs to The Gem in South Seaville (my town). Right on the corner of Main St. and Corson-Tavern road, check it out if your down the shore this summer. Also thanx for the gr8 page. I am currently in school at the University of Mississippi and I miss Philly and South Jersey life so much. I'd kill for a REAL cheesesteak right about now. I'm watching the FLYERS play Colorado on ESPN2 and when I saw your page it brought a tear to my eye (really). So thanx for that great taste of home. You're now a bookmark.
Submitted by Steve Berg (sjberg@sunset.backbone.olemiss.edu), Nov. 13, 1997

VOLTACO'S

957 West Ave., Ocean City, NJ 08226-3557 Phone: (609)399-0743

Without a doubt you must include two great shops that are located in Ocean City, NJ and are well known by regular visitors and residents of this great shore town. They are VOLTACO'S and SAC-O-SUBS. You are probably familiar with them yourself. Do not miss enjoying a great cheese steaks from these shops!
Submitted by PRTZEL@aol.com, March 28, 1997

VINCENT'S

Cowpath Road, Hatfield, NJ
Best (& most HUGE) in area? Vincent's, Cowpath Rd, Hatfield. IF you can eat a large (& don't weigh 400 to begin with) ... I'll buy!
Submitted by Scott Martin (wta@geocities.com), April 19, 1997

WHITE HOUSE SUB SHOP

Arctic & Missouri Sts., Atlantic City, NJ
There is another place that is just as intriguing. But, it is not in Philadelphia. It is the White House Sub Shop in Atlantic City N.J. It is located at Arctic and Missouri sts. It is an experience that should be enjoyed any time of year. The most amazing thing about the sandwiches there are the freshness and quality of the ingredients. Well worth an hour's drive from Philly.
Submitted by Joseph Ricciardi (JOSEPH_RICCIARDI@wow.com), Oct. 17, 1996

A personal favorite of mine is The White House Sub Shop in Atlantic City. Arguably, the best bread (rolls) PERIOD! A friend used to Fed-ex 6 whole steaks, crushed hot peppers on the side and even a small jar of oil from the White House to pour on the meat when re-heating out here where I live in Los Angeles. I have flown to Philly from L.A. for the sole purpose of getting my fix. No matter what anyone says, and I've tried practically all of them, THERE IS NO GOOD PHILLY STEAK SANDWICH IN THIS TOWN (LA), although, on my never ending quest, I will check out Papa Jake's Sub Shoppe in Manhattan Beach sometime next week. Forever hopeful, but always disappointed,
Submitted by Jay Jacobs, (jgj@pacbell.net), Feb. 23, 1997
Editor's note: See Jay's rave review of PAPA JAKE'S in the California section. It looks like he's finally found a winner out there!

Heres a very BIG VOTE for White House, In Atlantic City, NJ. I honestly tell you that the first steak I had from there was the Best thing I have ever eaten. I have never had an experience like that before. I was surreal. I was like sex the first time, A total shock. Gotta get one. Phat pix on the wall add to the experience. (everyones been there).
Submitted by Antwone (antwone.harris@gte.net) April 7, 1999

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