My husband and I already have a favorite South Philly cheese steak spot and thought that we should try Pat's to see what all the hype was about. Fortunately, the line was short. My biggest disappointment was that my steak was COLD. I mean so cold that it didn't even melt my cheese (I opted for American cheese instead of Whiz this time). I also ordered it ""wit"" or with onions, for non-natives. The onions were almost raw and were more akin to a hot dog condiment than a cheese steak onion that should be sauteed with the meat. The meat, while okay, was in dire need of some salt and pepper. Pat's did not live up to the hype and I'm not even going to attempt the other place across the street. If you want a good cheese steak and a warm place to eat it, go to Jim's on South Street. Still my proven favorite.
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