Jim's Steaks
Good for: people watching, atmosphere, people who like good food, a unique-to-Philly experience, anyone hungry
Not good for: relaxing atmosphere, dieters
- Address
- 400 South St, at 4th St
- Phone
- 877-313-5467
- Price
- steak sandwiches $6-8
- Hours
- 10am-1am Mon-Thu, to 3am Fri & Sat, noon-10pm Sun
Lonely Planet review for Jim's Steaks
If you can brave the long lines - which bust out of the front door and snake around the side of the shiny art-deco building - you'll be in for a treat at this Philly institution, which serves mouthwatering cheesesteaks and hoagies (plus soups, salads and breakfasts).
Traveller reviews for Jim's Steaks (3)
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Better than Pat's and Geno's
celtic_bhoy recommends this,
Yeah I know, you have to go to Pat's or Gino's for their cheessteaks. Big mistake my friend. Take a quick picture and move on over to South Street where you can find Jim's on the corner of 4th Street. The long line tells you that this place is a must. Don't worry the line moves fast. Once you get your calorie busting wonder eat in or eat it on the go while checking out the rest of South Street.
Good for: atmosphere, people watching, anyone hungry, cheesesteaks
Not good for: dieters
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Skip the Pats/Genos debate. Head for a real winner at Jims!
mbo108 recommends this,
While Jim’s doesn't have a place in the city's famous debate, what it does have is our best cheesesteak. Quintessentially Philly, from the line cooks barking orders to the no-nonsense cashiers, this is the place to go to enjoy a real meal. While it’s bigger than its competitors, it doesn’t just offer more cheesesteak for your money, but it is also the leanest and tastiest to boot. Not that it’s a healthy meal – if you’re counting calories Jims (or Philadelphia) isn’t the place for you. Order like a local by telling the cook you’ll take it “’Wiz wit’” and you’ll be rewarded with drippy, melted cheese wiz and onions. While you’re waiting in the infamous, yet fast-moving line, check out the wall full of photos and autographs from celebrities who found their way to this South Street hangout. So when you get asked who has the better cheesesteak, show your insider knowledge of Philadelphia and let them know you’re a Jim’s fan.
Good for: atmosphere, food, Budget Travellers, Solo Travellers
