Calling all cheesesteak enthusiasts! The wait is over—the PhillyBite Cheesesteak Madness is back for its 7th year running! Vote for your favorite Cheesesteaks in Pennsylvania, Delaware, and New Jersey!
After an incredible competition last year, where Amato Bros took home the glory and the Cheesy Cup, it's time to see if a new challenger can rise to the top or if the reigning champ will defend the title. This March, we're crowning a new champion, and you get to decide who makes it to the winner's circle.
Vote HERE!
2026 CheeseSteak Madness: Region: Philadelphia
2026 CheeseSteak Madness: Region: Delaware County
2026 CheeseSteak Madness: Region: New Jersey & Delaware
2026 CheeseSteak Madness: Region: Bucks, Montgomery, Chester & Berks
The Cheesy Deal
- 64 Cheesesteak Brackets: We've gathered 64 of the region's most incredible cheesesteaks to battle it out in a bracket-style tournament.
- Your Vote Matters: Every round is decided by your online votes on PhillyBite Magazine. Your voice determines which shop rises to the top and who gets knocked out.
- Cheesy Cup Glory: The winner will be forever immortalized with their name engraved on the prestigious Cheesy Cup trophy, displayed proudly at their establishment for all to see.
The Competing Regions
The competition is split into four distinct brackets to ensure every corner of the region is represented:
- Philly’s Finest: The heavy hitters from the City of Brotherly Love.
- Delco Delights: Legendary shops from Delaware County looking for an upset.
- NJ/DE Dominators: The best cheesesteak prowess from our neighbors in New Jersey and Delaware.
- County Champions: The A-game contenders from Bucks, Montgomery, Chester, and Berks counties.
Join the Madness
Get ready to vote, cheer on your favorites, and witness the crowning of the 2026 PhillyBite Cheesesteak Madness Champion!