Are you looking for a taste of home and need to get your belly full of cheesesteaks in the Pyeongtaek area? Then, here are six spots where you can find that delicious beefy, cheesy goodness.
Where is Pyeongtaek?
Feel free to skip this section if you live in Pyeongtaek or know about the area. However, if you don’t know about Pyeongtaek, let’s get to know this small town with lots of Food & Fun.
Pyeongtaek-si is located in the southern portion of the Gyeonggi-do province. In addtion, this large city includes both US military installations, Camp Humphreys and Osan Air Base.
The cheesesteak recommendations provided exist within different areas of Pyeongtaek-si. Therefore, in this blog post, South of Seoul provides addresses and phone numbers. Additionally, we recommend using this information in either Naver Maps or Kakao Maps for the best results. As a result, such apps help you figure out how far each restaurant might be from you.
How Are Korean Cheesesteaks Different from Philly Cheesesteaks?
Three things characterize the iconic Philly Cheesesteak from Philadelphia: the bread with soft insides and crunchy exterior, the cut of meat (typically ribeye), and the cheese (cheese whiz, American, provolone, or a mixture of the three). Therefore, “who has the best Philly cheesesteak?” debates often bring out many controversial opinions in the states.
While Korean cheesesteaks deliver fabulous sandwiches and tastes, they may not adhere to the same guidelines for which cheesesteaks in Philadelphia are known. In our experiences, we have found that the breads most often used for cheesesteaks here are a bit softer overall, the cut of meat cut varies quite a bit, and no cheese whiz is yet to be found.
Since each person brings different experiences and tastes to the table, remember that what you find to be the best or the closest to a Philly cheesesteak may be different for someone else. Consequently, we recommend trying several locations to see which location offers your favorite version. Also, be prepared for this to be a controversial topic when choosing who makes the best cheesesteak locally!
While living in Korea, we have found some fantastic cheesesteaks. Also, if you have not experienced a bulgogi cheesesteak, it is a delicious fusion food in several local restaurants that you should try. There are many restaurants in the area creating their own fusion versions of cheesesteaks and should definitely be tried!
Best Cheesesteaks in Pyeongtaek
Philadelphia Cheese Steak
070-8969-6168
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Hangul Address
경기 평택시 중앙시장로11번길 10-1
Crispy salt fries (one batch is good for two) and tasty cheese steak sandwiches on homemade bread. They used to offer subs, but now just cheese steaks - still worth it.
Pills Cheesesteak
031-667-1233
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Hangul Address
경기 평택시 탄현로 323
Small, family owned cheesesteak sandwiches and burgers.
Ephphatha
031-656-9617
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Hangul Address
경기 평택시 팽성읍 안정쇼핑로 33
A delicious sandwich shop on Rodeo Shopping Street outside Camp Humphreys. They bake their bread fresh for each order. The Philly cheesesteak is delicious. The staff speak excellent English and are very friendly.
World Philly
01037880284
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Hangul Address
경기 평택시 중앙시장로
Serves amazing cheesesteaks and teriyaki dishes. Delivery available via Shuttle. Owners are very kind and excellent customer service.
Locations that Offer Bulgogi Cheesesteaks
Loft 33
010-3495-1272
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Hangul Address
경기 평택시 팽성읍 안정로29번길 33
A small, fun sports bar with many unique menu items that are hard to find anywhere else.
Loft33 Songtan
Hangul Address
경기 평택시 중앙시장로11번길 6
Loft33 has one of the best burgers in Pyeongtaek. The Songtan location opened in 2020 and offers delicious food in a beautiful atmosphere.
World Philly
01037880284
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Hangul Address
경기 평택시 중앙시장로
Serves amazing cheesesteaks and teriyaki dishes. Delivery available via Shuttle. Owners are very kind and excellent customer service.
Check Out KimchiRednecks’ Cheesesteaks in Pyeongtaek Videos
Neither Chuck or Melissa are from Philadelphia. However, Melissa has been to Philadelphia and tried two of the most famous local cheesesteaks, Geno’s and Pat’s. When we decided to do our cheesesteak battle, we also contacted our friend, Jerry Tiede, who is from the area for our cheesesteak criteria.
Since we know this is a hotly debated topic, we prefer to refer to cheesesteaks in Korea as simply cheesesteaks. Just like in the states, there are many places that make fabulous cheesesteaks but that does not make them the iconic “Philly Cheesesteak.” We leave it up to you as to whether you find that to be a good or bad thing. Honestly, we just love good cheesesteaks and supporting our community businesses!
We have ventured out to enjoy several of the cheesesteaks in Pyeongtaek. Certainly, you will find that we have some favorite places when you check out our videos. However, we will continue to enjoy cheesesteaks at the other local locations. Obviously, we appreciate the unique flavor options that each business brings to the table. Therefore, don’t be surprised to find us enjoying a cheesesteak at any local restaurants or finding a new favorite.
While we don’t video all our food adventures, we try to get as many local places as possible to support our community. Check out our YouTube page to see our restaurant reviews, cooking videos and more. We are constantly adding new content. In addition, you can find us on Facebook and Instagram for updates on life, videos and more.
How to Source Additional Information About Locations
If you have questions about things like business hours, you can use the free foreigner support app/phone number 1330. Also, using apps like Naver can help you navigate with expected traffic times.
Join the Pyeongtaek Food & Fun Facebook Group
You are also welcome to join our Pyeongtaek Food & Fun Facebook Group. The South of Seoul moderated community of active and friendly Pyeongtaek international residents makes moving to Pyeongtaek easier. Therefore, you can find great recommendations and give your own on places you love to eat and go for fun in the Pyeongtaek and surrounding area.
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The KimchiRednecks channel was created in September 2018 by Chuck Whittington and Melissa Edwards-Whittington. They moved to Korea in July 2017 with their three Shih Tzu daughters, Sookie, Minion, and Mayhem.
The YouTube channel started as a way to share their lives here with their friends and families back in the states. They both have a deep love for Korean culture, people, and food and love being able to share that with others.
Chuck Whittington graduated from Francis Marion University with a Bachelors in Information Systems Management. He has worked in Information Technology roles for over 20 years. Chuck has always had an interest in Korea and has traveled here many times in the past.
Melissa Edwards-Whittington graduated from Mid-Atlantic Christian University with a Bachelors in Bible and a Minor in Elementary Education. She has worked in various roles in customer service and marketing over the years.
The YouTube channel has many interests just like they do because it is an extension of their lives here in Korea. You will often find videos on their channel about daily life in Korea, cooking, foodie adventures, traveling and exploring, computer and tech pursuits, gaming, and working on the Subaru BRZ.
Over the years, many of their friends have joined them for their videos and adventures because they enjoy sharing their lives with those around them. In addition, they add new interests from time to time, like making moonshine in Korea.
Life is about growing and changing, and the longer the KimchiRednecks live in Korea, the more they learn to love this country and culture and all it has to offer.
