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Our Founder

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With over 40 years of experience cooking in restaurants and owning many, our Founder, Joseph Trapuzzano, is excited to present to you a new and exciting Famous Philly's Cheesesteak Grill and Corporate Franchise Training Store.  It has been a goal in Joe's life ever since his first Famous Philly's store over 23 years ago. With his proven concept recognized in "The Great Philly Cheesesteak Book," ranked in The Top 100 in The Country.  He is now going to fulfill his dream, and with your help, make The Cheesesteak The All American Sandwich, as he already believes it is!


Why Choose Famous Philly's

We pride ourselves to bring you the best quality and service possible.  Our Cheesesteaks are ranked in the top 100 in the Country. We use our very own Famous Philly's Steak Brand Beef and use only the freshest ingredients from local farmers and distributors