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Champions
Philadelphia Beautiful’s competition winners, celebrated on The Porch.
2026 COMPETITION WINNER
JD’s Steaks, LLC
Sinking Spring · Berks County
JD’s Steaks is the 2026 winner of Philadelphia Beautiful’s Greater Philadelphia Area Cheesesteak Competition. The championship is decided by public voting.
Explore the winner’s profile, restaurant details and directions in Philadelphia Beautiful’s Hall of Champions.
THE WINNERS’ CIRCLE
Every year. A local champion.
2025 CHAMPION
Gazzo’s Steaks
Pottstown
2024 CHAMPION
Lillo’s Tomato Pies
Hainesport
2023 CHAMPION
Curly’s Comfort Foods
Levittown
2022 CHAMPION
Pudge’s Steaks & Hoagies
Blue Bell · Montgomery County
2021 CHAMPION
Dalessandro’s Steaks
Philadelphia
2020 CHAMPION
John’s Roast Pork
Philadelphia
2019 CHAMPION
Jim’s South Street
Philadelphia
Winner history verified against Philadelphia Beautiful’s Hall of Champions on September 26, 2026. Restaurant details, nominations and the official winner map are maintained there.
THE COMPETITION, EXPLAINED
Who chooses the best cheesesteak?
The public chooses Philadelphia Beautiful’s competition champions by voting. There is no judging panel.
Who won the 2026 competition?
JD’s Steaks, LLC in Sinking Spring won the 2026 Philadelphia Beautiful Greater Philadelphia Area Cheesesteak Competition.
Where can I find previous winners?
The list above covers champions from 2019 through 2026. Visit the official Hall of Champions for locations and restaurant links.
How is The Porch involved?
The Philadelphia Sports Porch celebrates the winners in collaboration with Philadelphia Beautiful, connecting Philly sports conversation with the food and neighborhoods that make the region home. Philadelphia Beautiful maintains the official competition and champion history.