"Pat's King of Steaks"

Using culinary influences from Abruzzi, Italy, brothers Pat and Harry Olivieri created one of the nation's favorite fast foods. The steak sandwich, from a centuries-old recipe used in American homes, originated here in 1930 and established the prototype of beefsteak sandwiches using an Italian-style roll and seasonings. Since 1930, Pat's Steaks has shown hospitality to celebrities and politicians known worldwide and has held an important place in the City of Philadelphia's role in the history of American cuisine.

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania · United States