The Prince of Steaks has sat on its Northeast Philly throne for almost four decades and hasn't changed a thing. Rib-eye, shaved to an eighth of an inch, gets drenched in Whiz for a delightfully chewy, flavor-packed bite. This original Bustleton Avenue location lends itself to a locals-only vibe, so fit in or get out. You can also find two additional Steve’s Prince of Steaks shops: one on Comly Road, also in the Northeast, and one in Langhorne. Call ahead to order in advance and make pickup quicker.

A Pat's and Geno's-esque rivalry exists between Chubby's and Dalessandro's in Roxborough. But quietly chugging along since 1989, Barry's Steaks serves what some might say are the best — and cheesiest — steaks in the entire neighborhood. Call to order pickup or delivery.

Many claim Dalessandro's in Roxborough has the best cheesesteak in Philadelphia, and it's not hard to see why. Rolls are absolutely packed with finely chopped rib-eye, the cheese is mixed in just right, and the onions are kept chunky for maximum flavor. Call ahead — or wait in line — to place your order.

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.

Larry's is a mighty fine place for anyone to order a sandwich or for ambitious eaters to tackle the two-foot mammoth of a cheesesteak called the Belly Filler. Beware the late-night weekend crowd, though — this location near Saint Joe’s University attracts students seeking drunk food. You’ll find another location in Poplar. Order online or call ahead.

Don’t let Sonny’s location in tourist-friendly Old City put you off. Sure, it’s a bit cleaner looking than many of the other top shops on this list. But friendly service, a great product, and typically manageable lines make Sonny’s Famous Steaks a solid choice. Grab a seat on the sidewalk out front or order takeout or delivery online.

Family-run Campo’s, in business since 1947 and at its current location in Old City since 2001, is known for the Heater, a spicy take on a cheesesteak with hot peppers, jalapeno cheddar, and buffalo hot sauce. But the classic version is also well represented here, along with all different types of hoagies (including vegetarian and vegan options). Cheesesteak seekers will also find Campo’s at Citizens Bank Park, home of the Phillies. Order pickup or delivery online.

South Street sandwich shop Woodrow’s deviates from the classic cheesesteak with a gussied-up version absolutely worth trying: The Woodrow’s Whiz Wit combines shaved rib-eye, house-made truffle Whiz, caramelized onions, and cherry-pepper mayo. Order pickup or delivery online.

At Angelo’s in South Philly, virtually any order will blow you away — pizza! hoagies! — but a cheesesteak at Angelo’s is a particularly beautiful thing. Whether you go with Cooper Sharp, provolone, or Whiz; with chicken instead of beef; or with a hoagie cheesesteak with all the requisite toppings, you can’t go wrong. Remember: Angelo’s only does cash and takeout.

When the weather’s nice, stroll to the Shank's Original shack and eat your cheesesteak at a picnic table overlooking the Delaware River. Call ahead for pickup.

Geno’s claim to fame was adding the cheese after Pat’s — its rival across the street — invented the steak sandwich. With its glitzy neon signs shining like a beacon all night and all day, this 24-7 shop is one of many must-visit landmarks for first-time visitors to Philly, so expect a line — thankfully, Geno’s lives up to its reputation.

In Camden, Donkey’s Place offers an unusual take on the classic Philly sandwich by serving its cheesesteak on a round, seeded kaiser roll. But talk about staying power: This shop sells exclusively cheesesteaks and fries and has been going strong for more than 75 years. Note that New Jersey’s best cheesesteak is also only available weekdays until 6 p.m. and on the occasional Saturday. Call to order takeout.

During his mission to eat 1,000 cheesesteaks from 1,000 different restaurants, Jim Pappas ranked the cheesesteak at Charlie’s Roast Pork his all-time favorite. Now called Jaxx Steaks Taproom, the Pennsport shop’s sandwich comes with American cheese or sharp provolone, fried onions, and long hots. Call to order pickup or delivery.

This South Philly staple is open 24 hours a day — always a good thing for cheesesteak fans. Philip's offers all the usual suspects, but here, the Old Fashioned is the key: a provolone cheesesteak topped with peppers, tomatoes, and a healthy dose of salt, pepper, and oregano. Pizza steaks are also popular. Call for takeout or delivery.

Many point to John's cheesesteak as the very best in Philadelphia. The sandwich is heavy with seasoned beef cooked to order — no piles of soggy meat in sight. And the cheese? Sharp provolone works surprisingly well. John’s Roast Pork might not have invented the cheesesteak and, given the name, might not have even sold it originally, but one thing is for certain: This place has pretty much perfected the sandwich. Call for pickup.

Tony Luke's has made quite the name for itself, with locations in the double digits far beyond the boundaries of Philly. But head to the original on Oregon Avenue, complete with impossible-to-miss neon signs, for cheesesteaks served on fresh Liscio’s rolls. These sandwiches tend to be less greasy (and less messy) than other iterations, but the flavor is still just right. Given the shop’s location near the ballpark, it’s especially fun to go after a Phillies game. The growing chain also ships frozen sandwiches packed with rib-eye and American cheese right to customers’ doors. Thaw, pop in the oven, and eat.