Joe's Steaks + Soda Shop
Cheesesteak restaurant · Fishtown ·
Classic cheesesteaks, old-fashioned shakes & fountain sodas
Classic cheesesteaks, old-fashioned shakes & fountain sodas
"Joe’s leaves their crinkle-cut fries to cook about 30 seconds too long, which, if you ask us, makes them just right. The interior is still fluffy, but you get a perfect crunch on the first bite. Top them with buffalo chicken and blue cheese, order them pizza-style, or get them plain, perfect for dipping in your favorite milkshake. A cheesesteak and whatever the shake of the week is" - alison kessler
"A classic dating back to 1949, Joe’s Steaks + Soda Shop has closed its original shop in Northeast Philly but lives on in Fishtown, continuing to provide fantastic seared-to-order rib-eye steaks and milkshakes in flavors like strawberry or mint chocolate chip. Order online for pickup or delivery." - Annemarie Dooling
"I’d try a classic Philly cheesesteak at Joe's Steaks + Soda Shop in Fishtown, mentioned as one of the city’s well-loved spots." - Lauren Dana Ellman Lauren Dana Ellman Lauren Dana Ellman is a New York-based writer and editor who specializes in travel, lifestyle, food, and shopping content. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines
"Like Larry’s and Pat’s, there are lots of places in Philly named after some guy serving cheesesteaks. This throwback soda shop-themed spot across from Johnny Brenda's makes cheesesteaks with what's essentially cheesy provolone lava pouring out of them. But at Joe’s, you can get one along with burgers, a cheesy hot sausage, milkshakes, and a pineapple sundae topped with fudge and chunks of fruit. " - candis mclean
"A classic dating back to 1949, Joe’s Steaks + Soda Shop has closed its original Torresdale Avenue shop in Northeast Philly but lives on in Fishtown, continuing to provide fantastic seared-to-order rib-eye steaks and milkshakes in flavors like strawberry or mint chocolate chip. Order online for pickup or delivery." - Ernest Owens, Eater Staff