PHILADELPHIA — March 18, 2024 — No place celebrates Philly’s favorite sandwich like its hometown. As a tribute to the Philly cheesesteak and all cheesesteaks everywhere, PHL Food & Shops once again ushers into Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) its weeklong ode to National Cheesesteak Day — PHL Cheesesteak Week.

PHL Cheesesteak Week — Savor the Dates
Monday, March 18, through Friday, March 22

Indulge in the iconic Philly sandwich as well as other cheesesteak-inspired culinary creations, offered at 19 unique eateries across the airport.

From now through Friday, March 22, passengers visiting PHL can observe National Cheesesteak Day every day, with exclusive deals and sampling opportunities, all building up to the “Finale Celebration” on Friday, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the stage between Terminals B and C.

“PHL Cheesesteak Week is the perfect mix of Philly flavor and impromptu airport fun,” said Mel Hannah, Vice President and General Manager of MarketPlace PHL. “We look forward to passengers trying Philadelphia’s signature sandwich at our event on Friday and sharing simple moments at PHL that turn into treasured travel memories.”

To anyone whose travels might include PHL this week, get ready for a sandwich that’s uniquely Philly and for our 2024 Cheesesteak Week itinerary of delicious events and promotions, listed below.

PHL Cheesesteak Tour
Monday, March 18, through Friday, March 22

If you’re an adventurous cheesesteak lover who happens to be passing through PHL this week, boy, does PHL Food & Shops have news for you. Get ready to embark on an epic cheesesteak-oriented treasure hunt involving every eatery at the airport that offers cheesesteaks and even some that have cooked up specialty Cheesesteak Day-inspired items just for this occasion.

Make sure to add an appetite to your packing list, because the PHL restaurants participating in the Cheesesteak Tour will be serving up dishes that pay homage to the Philly cheesesteak in ways you’ve never imagined.

Stop by Chickie’s & Pete’s and try their exclusive Poppin’ Shrimp Cheesesteak. Or how about a taste of Pizza Cheesesteak from Tony Luke’s? (Yes, you read that right.) Win Kitchen’s Cheesesteak Eggrolls, Noobar’s Cheesesteak Dumplings, and, of course, Classic Cheesesteaks from Geno’s, Jim’s South Street Steaks and Independence Prime, are just SOME of the mouthwatering menu items you’ll find on the PHL Cheesesteak Tour this year.

Guests can access an interactive tour map that highlights all 19 PHL Food & Shops locations that offer cheesesteaks or cheesesteak-related items by visiting PHLfoodandshops.com/CheesesteakTour or scanning the QR code displayed on various Cheesesteak Week promotional materials throughout the airport.

Finale Celebration — Cheesesteak and Pepsi® Zero Sampling
Friday, March 22, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., B/C Connector Stage

Free samples of both classic cheesesteaks and related menu items with a twist, will take center stage at this sampling spectacular held at the connector midway between Terminals B and C.

And since everyone knows cheesesteaks taste better with Pepsi, event attendees can also enjoy free samples of Pepsi Zero Sugar. Perfectly paired with the crisp, refreshing taste of Pepsi Zero, get ready for the gourmet cheesesteak stylings of the following fantastic PHL restaurants:

 

• Bar Symon (Terminal B), sampling Mini Chicken Cheesesteak
• Chickie’s & Pete’s (Terminals A, C, E and D/E Connector), sampling Cheesesteak Eggrolls
• Passyunk Steaks (Terminal B), sampling All The Way Cheesesteak and Chicken Cheesesteak
• Philly Pretzel Factory (Terminal F), sampling Cheesesteak Rivets and Pretzel RivetsOrderAtPHL.com — $5 Off Promo Code
  Monday, March 18, through Friday, March 22For a limited time, use the promo code CHZSTK to get $5 off a cheesesteak or cheesesteak-inspired menu item on OrderAtPHL.com — available for one-time use from Monday, March 18, through Friday, March 22, at participating locations.

  For more information on all events and offers taking place during PHL Cheesesteak Week, please visit PHLfoodandshops.com.

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  About MarketPlace PHL, LLC
  MarketPlace PHL, LLC, is the private partner with the City of Philadelphia in the management of the food and retail programs throughout Philadelphia International Airport. The award-winning program offers more than 170 shops, restaurants and services. The MarketPlace PHL portfolio features local Philly favorites, as well as regional and national brands. MarketPlace PHL, LLC, is a partnership between MarketPlace Development, a Boston-based airport retail development firm, and LeJeune & Associates, a Philadelphia-based retail development, management and consulting firm. For more information, visit PHLFoodandShops.com.

  MEDIA CONTACT:
  Griffin Horner
  For MarketPlace PHL
  484-683-5980
  griffin@nullhornercom.com