Cheesesteak

Beef and provolone

A cheesesteak is a sandwich of thinly sliced beef and melted cheese on a long roll, originating in Philadelphia.

The classic version uses Cheez Whiz or provolone, often with fried onions.

Ordering style matters locally: Whiz wit means with Cheez Whiz and onions.

The full name is sometimes Philly cheesesteak.

sandwich

hoagie

Long filled sandwich

rollList of names
provoloneItalian aged cow cheese
Cheez WhizJarred processed topping

onions · peppers · mushrooms · ribeye · griddle · chopped · melted · sub · hero · grinder

ordering

wit

Clever, inventive humor

whizInformal term for expert
provoloneItalian aged cow cheese
AmericanFrom the U.S.

onions · peppers · mushrooms · chopped · sliced · well-done · sweet peppers · hot peppers · combo · large

cuisine

street food

Casual vendor-sold eats

comfort foodEmotionally consoling dishes
fast casualRestaurant tier, counter-ordered
greasyCovered in slick fat

indulgent · hearty · savory · messy · handheld · dripping · caloric · lunch · late-night · ballpark

Philadelphia

Philly

Pennsylvania metropolis, nicknamed

South StreetManhattan's eastern waterfront thoroughfare
RockyBoxing film protagonist
EaglesCity of Brotherly Love's NFL team

jawn · tailgate

Opposites

sandwich type/format

Cheesesteakburger

Meat patty in bun

sushi · salad · taco · lobster roll · po'boy

dietary composition

Cheesesteakgarden salad

Fresh vegetable mixture

veggie wrap · tofu stir-fry · fruit plate

culinary refinement

Cheesesteakbeef Wellington

Pastry-encased filet mignon

filet mignon · tasting menu · haute cuisine · caviar · foie gras

Phrases

Philly cheesesteakBeef and cheese sub

Family

cheese, steak, cheeses, steaks, cheesy, cheesier, cheesiest, cheesiness, steakhouse

Familiarity: Top 500,000
Profile: Known to kids · Mostly American · Timeless · Concrete · Positive · Everyday, not technical · Rated G