Our Beginning - Philly Roots on the West Coast

The Philly's Best story began in the early 1980’s when native Philadelphian, Bob Levey, was stationed in San Diego, California while serving in the Navy. Bob longed for some of his hometown favorites, especially a real Philly cheesesteak. Being 3,000 miles away from home is one thing, but not being able to get an authentic Philly cheesesteak is another thing completely! After his honorable discharge, Bob went back to Philadelphia and "left no roll unturned" in his quest to bring the authentic taste of his beloved cheesesteak to Southern California. In 1992, Bob and his wife, Andrea, also a native Philadelphian, opened their first Philly's Best Cheesesteak & Hoagie shop in Fountain Valley.

PHILLY'S BEST TODAY

Starting with that first store in Fountain Valley, Philly's Best has grown to include over 20 locations throughout Southern California. Philly's Best Cheesesteaks continues to set the standard for authentic Philly cheesesteaks, and we have the awards to prove it. Southern Californians voted Philly's Best Cheesesteaks the "Best of LA", securing our spot as the ONLY place in Southern California to get authentic Philly cheesesteaks and hoagies. If you want to know what a real Philly cheesesteak tastes like - or you're a Philly transplant here on the west coast longing for a taste of home - come on in to your nearest Philly's Best Cheesesteaks location.

Real Philly Real Good

As any true Philadelphian knows, it's all about authentic ingredients. Philly's Best Cheesesteaks uses authentic Philadelphia ingredients to make all of our cheesesteaks and hoagies, starting with genuine Amoroso rolls imported from the City of Brotherly Love. After you try one of our sandwiches, we are sure that your experience will give you an authentic taste of Philadelphia, and you will understand that while others may try, only WE can deliver Philly's Best Cheesesteaks!

For over 20 years, Philly's Best Cheesesteaks has remained committed to our tradition of delivering the authentic Philadelphia cheesesteak experience to our loyal customers. From our award-winning cheesesteaks to our mouth-watering hoagies, our proprietary recipes and ingredients set us apart from our competition. If you're looking for the opportunity to leverage a proven concept, you've come to the right place!

Authentic Philly Food 

ur customers have come to realize that not all cheesesteaks are created equal!  They know when they visit a Philly's Best Cheesesteaks location they're getting a REAL Philly cheesesteak or hoagie made with a genuine Amoroso roll.  Paired with a Frank's Black Cherry Wishniak soda, a bag of Wise potato chips and finished with Philly's own TastyKake dessert treat, customers come back again and again for the real tastes from the City of Brotherly Love!

Helping you succeed as a Philly's Best Cheesesteak store owner is our #1 priority.  We assist with site selection, store design, construction management, in-store training, ongoing operational support and marketing services, group buying power, brand advertising and more!  Philly's Best Cheesesteaks is the perfect opportunity for energetic entrepreneurs who have as much passion as the typical Philly sports fan to build their business!

We're looking for energetic entrepreneurs with the passion, people skills and commitment to build a successful business.  Previous restaurant experience is a plus but is not required.  We are awarding franchises across theUS.  We'll give you all the tools and support needed and success depends ultimately on YOUR passion, diligence and commitment to your location.  The next step is up to you!