Geno's Steaks is a restaurant located on S. 9th Street in Philadelphia / the restaurant specializes in cheesesteak sandwiches. Geno's was established in 1966 by Joe Vento. In 2007, Vento came under scrutiny after posting a sign at his establishment that read: "This is America. When ordering speak in English."ABCNews: [http://abcnews.go.com/GMA/story?id=2057207&page=1 English Only at Famous Philly Cheesesteak Joint(June 9, 2006) However, Vento claims that he has never refused service to anyone who did not speak English.
Fast Facts:
- Founded: 1966
- Owner: Joe Vento
- Sponsors Annual Justice For Daniel Faulkner Block Party, a fundraiser for slain police officer, Daniel Faulkner
- Vento named his son after the restaurant
- Yelp aggregate review: 2.5/5 stars
- Cheese options: American Cheese, Provolone Cheese and Cheese Whiz
- Phone: 215-389-0659
- Fax: 215-389-4166
- Address: 1219 South 9th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19147
- Open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
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You've GOTTA go to Geno's! This is the ultimate traditional philly cheesesteak. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Geno%27s_Steaks
