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Ishkabibble's

Ishkabibble's is a place to eat or drink in Philadelphia, PA, part of the Philadelphia guide. Cost: under $25.

337 South Street · Philadelphia, PA

Why you should go…

Ishkabibble's has served cheesesteaks on South Street since 1979 and calls itself the home of the original chicken cheesesteak. You can order made-to-order cheesesteaks, freshly made Spanish fries and the Gremlin, a half-lemonade, half-grape juice drink. The original stand is at 337 South Street, and Ishkabibble's II at 517 South Street has more seating.

  • #cheesesteak
  • #south street
  • #sandwiches
  • #philly food

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