Philly’s Best…In Amman December 20, 2006
Posted by O.J. in Amman, Food.trackback
Thinly shaved rib-eye or USDA beef; a blanket of melted American, Provolone or “Cheez whiz” cheese; a mixture of sautéed onions, green peppers, and mushrooms; all sandwiched in a freshly baked Italian role.
The authentic Philly Cheese Steak sandwich can only be found in Philadelphia. A regular Philadelphia debate is which of the oldest Philly Cheese Steak shops in the city is the best: Pat’s, Gino’s, or Jim’s?
I actually had the pleasure of trying an authentic Philly Cheese Steak at Pat’s while I was in Philadelphia back in 1999. Absolutely incredible!! I can honestly say that I haven’t had a Philly Steak since then that comes close to Pats’ perfection.
But as you are aware, living in Amman, one has to learn to appreciate what is available. I applaud the attempts of certain restaurants in Amman that manage to concoct some quite tasty Philly Cheese Steak sandwiches. After a tumultuous journey, in an effort to find the best Philly Cheese Steak sandwiches in town, the following restaurants have made it onto my Top 5 list. And they are:
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5. Casper & Gambini’s (They need to do away with the tomato sauce and add more onions, green peppers and mushrooms)
4. Urban Grill (Not bad at all. A bit too greasy for my liking – and I am someone who loves greasy food)
3. Nara (Very good sandwich. The bread they use is always fresh)
2. Houston’s (Very tasty…They should consider using American or Provolone cheese rather than Mozzarella)
1. Champions (Simply Delicious! The only place in town that actually thinly shaves the beef, rather than slicing it in strips)
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I also like Chili House’s Philly..don’t you like it?!
You know what I just realized something..I’m too junky for a mother:)
ME WANT PHILI STAKE! ME EAT SO NEED BIG PHILY NOW!
salam – I’ve never tried Chilli House’s Philly…I usually just do burgers there. But I’ll make sure to try it next time, and if it’s as good as you say it is, I’ll revise and update my Top 5 list
And considering your comments on my Mansaf, Burger, and Philly posts….yes….you are quite the food junky
Even though it’s only 11 am – me wants a Philly Cheese steak! :p
You’ve been raving about this ‘Champions’ place for everything ‘food’ forever! I think a visit to Amman is in order.
The best Philly Steak I have ever eaten was in a ‘mom’s and pop’s sandwich store’ in Margate, New Jersey. It’s like 20 inches long – comes doused with fresh strips of sliced steak and is coated in oodles of melted cheese and onion.
The place is packed 24/7…..
Damn, I’m hungry just thinking about it!
OJ –
Wasnt this supposed to be posted a while back – as originally promised on August 24th?
toxy – guess where and what i’ll be having for lunch? Yup…Champions baby!!
Kareem – better late than never…
I agree with slam, Chili House does have a good Philly sandwich. Have not tried Champions. Maybe this weekend. J.O the beef in the picture IS thinly shaven, it is just stacked so high. look closely.
You’re making me very hungry and i am supposed to be on a diet!!!!!!! So what’s next? How about a pizza review?
Champions is the only place in town that comes close to offering “American Style” cuisine..the Philly Cheese Steak Sandwich is on the top of the choice list for me while dinning there..Yummy! Let’s be dawin it OJ….!
J.O – I suggest you put your glasses/contacts on and look at the pic again
El Pres – I’ll be trying out Chilli House’s Philly soon and will get back to you and salam
Mawaserji – You read my mind…
Tarek – My sincere thanks to you for introducing me to Champions’ Philly Steak. I owe you one