Philly Inspired
Authentic Philadelphia Style Cheesesteaks
Born in West Philadelphia, perfected by Derrick Hayes. Hand-chopped halal steak, all three cheeses, and real Amoroso's rolls shipped from Philly — this is the genuine article, no shortcuts.
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A Real Philly Cheesesteak, Made Right
Not every cheesesteak is a Philadelphia-style cheesesteak. The real thing is about technique and ingredients: thinly chopped steak griddled with onions, melted cheese, and a soft-yet-sturdy Italian roll that can carry it all. That's exactly how Big Dave's does it.
Founder Derrick Hayes grew up in West Philadelphia learning the craft in his grandfather's kitchen. When he moved to Atlanta and couldn't find a cheesesteak worthy of home, he started making his own — and stayed true to every Philly detail.
Real Amoroso's Rolls From Philadelphia
The roll makes the cheesesteak. We use authentic Amoroso's rolls — the Philadelphia bakery that's been the gold standard for generations — and partner with Philly's Best Steak Company for the meat. Every steak is hand-chopped and griddled to order, never pre-cooked.
Choose your size on a 6-inch, 9-inch, or 18-inch roll, and order it 'Dave's Way' with onions, sweet peppers, banana peppers, mushrooms, and all three cheeses.
Beef, Chicken, And Salmon — All Philly Style
Classic beef is where it starts, but the Philly technique carries across our whole menu. Try a seasoned halal chicken cheesesteak or a flaky wild-caught salmon cheesesteak — same authentic rolls, same hand-chopped, griddled-to-order approach.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Philadelphia-style cheesesteak?
A Philadelphia-style cheesesteak is thinly sliced or chopped steak griddled with onions and melted cheese, served on a long Italian roll. At Big Dave's, we honor that tradition with hand-chopped halal beef, all three cheeses, and authentic Amoroso's rolls from Philadelphia.
What makes Big Dave's cheesesteaks authentically Philly?
Founder Derrick Hayes was born and raised in West Philadelphia. We use the same Amoroso's rolls that define a real Philly cheesesteak, partner with Philly's Best Steak Company, and chop and griddle every steak to order — never pre-cooked or pre-assembled.
What cheese goes on a real Philly cheesesteak?
The classics are American, provolone, and Cheese Whiz. At Big Dave's, our 'Dave's Way' steaks come loaded with all three cheeses, plus onions, sweet peppers, banana peppers, and mushrooms.
Do you make Philly-style cheesesteaks with chicken or salmon?
Yes. Beyond classic beef, we offer Philly-style chicken cheesesteaks and wild-caught salmon cheesesteaks — all made the Dave's Way with the same authentic technique and rolls.
Taste The Real Philly Difference
Order an authentic Philadelphia-style cheesesteak from Big Dave's today.