Max's Steaks
Cheesesteak restaurant · Franklinville
3653 Germantown Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19140
Highlights
Huge, flavorful cheesesteaks; cash only; open late daily.
Huge, flavorful cheesesteaks; cash only; open late daily.
"Max’s at Broad and Erie has a massive bold neon sign out front, and if you somehow happen to miss that, the scent of sizzling beef will lure you inside. And it's the foot-long sandwiches with gooey provolone that will keep you coming back. A cheesesteak here only costs $11, and while they have a few options like pepper steaks, chicken, and mushrooms, there’s nothing better than the version loaded with onions and tangy pickles. These things have so much meat, you’ll just have to assume the bread is somewhere in the pile. They're also open until 1am on weekdays and 2am on the weekends, so this is a good move after a night at Lou & Choo's or Clock Bar." - candis mclean
"Max’s is easy to spot. They have a massive bold neon sign out front and the scent of sizzling beef luring you inside. But it's the foot-long sandwiches with gooey provolone that will keep you coming back. A cheesesteak at the North Philly spot only costs $11, and while they have a few options like pepper steaks, chicken, and mushroom, there’s nothing better than the version loaded with onions and tangy pickles. These things have so much meat, you’ll just have to assume the bread is somewhere in the pile. They're also open until 1am on weekdays and 2am on the weekends, so this is a good move after a night at Lou & Choo's or Clock Bar." - candis mclean, alison kessler
"Already beloved for its huge sandwiches, Max’s Steaks in North Philly got a major visibility boost when Tessa Thompson showed Michael B. Jordan how to eat Philly’s favorite sandwich in the Rocky spinoff Creed. You can order online, and night owls take note: Max’s is open late every day." - Annemarie Dooling
"Already beloved for its huge sandwiches, Max’s Steaks in North Philly got a major visibility boost when Tessa Thompson showed Michael B. Jordan how to eat Philly’s favorite sandwich in the Rocky spinoff Creed. You can order online, and night owls take note: Max’s is open late every day." - Ernest Owens, Eater Staff
"Like the Met, Max’s has played host to its share of famous people: This classic North Philly cheesesteak shop appeared in Rocky sequels Creed and Creed II and also an episode of This Is Us. Some locals like to add roasted peppers for a couple extra bucks to these hefty steak sandwiches. Find a flat surface to eat outside or bring cheesesteaks into the attached Eagle Bar. It’s just a short subway ride from here to the show." - Sarah Maiellano
