Ever since living in Philly for one summer, I've been searching for a Philly-like ""cheesesteak"" in L.A. For the uninitiated, a ""cheesesteak"" is a sandwich essentially made of sliced beef and cheese (and some other condiments, to your liking). Al's Sandwich Shop is a hidden jewel and I've been going there for about 13 years. Their cheesesteak sandwich is the best one I've found in L.A. I think one key to its success is the bread. They use a high quality roll. Also, I usually order mine with extra meat and extra cheese. Everyone I've taken there thinks it's a winner. It's also cheap and the Asian family members who run the place are always friendly and gracious. Give it a try and you might be going back for the next 10+ years.
Pros: great cheesesteak, cheap
Cons: noisy street, need to find street parking
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