IT'Z A Philly Thing

4.5 ( 490 reviews )

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7609 Hwy 70 S, Nashville, TN 37221, United States

+1 267-939-1033

Located in Nashville, TN, IT'Z A Philly Thing has quickly become a cherished destination for cheesesteak enthusiasts. Customers rave about the authentic flavors reminiscent of South Philadelphia. Randall Reynolds, a self-proclaimed “Philly” girl, lauds it as the best cheesesteak outside the City of Brotherly Love, urging fellow foodies to hurry there. The menu highlights include the Original Philly Cheese Steak and unique creations like Cheese Steak Egg Rolls, making it a culinary delight for first-timers and seasoned fans alike.

Justin Graham's experience showcases the friendly service provided by the owner, a proud Philadelphia native, who ensures each dish is made with fresh Amoroso rolls and delicious options for cheeses and toppings. InAweOfKEMET echoes this sentiment, praising both the steak and chicken varieties as 'BOMB' and the fries as exceptional. Tricia Crossley emphasizes the quality of the food, noting the slightly battered shoestring fries and water ice that evoke nostalgic joy.

Whether dining in the casual picnic area or opting for carry-out, IT'Z A Philly Thing delivers a heartfelt taste of Philadelphia that leaves diners yearning for more. This establishment is a must-visit for those seeking authentic cheesesteak experiences in Nashville.

Accessibility
- Has wheelchair-accessible car park
- Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Has wheelchair-accessible seating
- Does not have assistive hearing loop
- No wheelchair-accessible toilet
From the business
- Identifies as Black-owned
Service options
- Has outdoor seating
- Has no-contact delivery
- Offers delivery
- Offers takeaway
- Serves dine-in
Highlights
- Has fast service
- Has live music
Popular for
- Popular for lunch
- Popular for dinner
- Good for solo dining
Offerings
- Serves comfort food
- Serves food
- Serves happy-hour food
- Serves late-night food
- Serves organic dishes
- Quick bite
- Serves vegetarian dishes
Dining options
- Serves brunch
- Serves lunch
- Serves dinner
- Has catering
- Has counter service
- Serves dessert
- Has seating
Amenities
- No toilet
Atmosphere
- Casual
Crowd
- Family friendly
- LGBTQ+ friendly
- Transgender safe space
Planning
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Accepts credit cards
- Accepts debit cards
- Accepts NFC mobile payments
- Credit cards
Children
- Good for kids
- Has kids' menu
Parking
- Free of charge street parking
- Free parking lot
- Plenty of parking
Pets
- Dogs allowed outside

Randall Reynolds

Jun 28,2025

What an amazing meal for this “Philly” girl from Germantown! This is the most authentic Philly cheese steak I have had outside of the City of Brotherly Love. Run - do not walk - to It’s a Philly Thing!!!

The Hungry Wonderland

Jun 22,2025

Definitely somewhere that’s been on my bucket list for while and it wonderful. Order: Original Philly Cheese Steak 14; Small size water ice 5; Cheese Steak Egg Rolls 10; Fries 3.99 Socials: The Hungry Wonderland

Justin Graham

Jun 15,2025

I had the Philly Cheese, and my wife had the Egg roles (let me tell you, the egg roles are worth a try!) And a charry mango ice!! This is the closest you will find to a real Philly cheese steak. It was my first time, and I'll definitely return; the food was amazing, and the Owner was fantastic. It was a little pricy but worth every dollar!

InAweOfKEMET

May 19,2025

I tried calling to verify they were open, but didn’t get an answer. Took a chance and drove almost an hour to Bellevue after checking out their website and Google Reviews. Boy am I glad I did! I’ve had authentic South Philly Cheesesteak and this was definitely the real deal! Tried the steak and chicken, both were BOMB! Delicious fries too.

Tricia Crossley

May 12,2025

Run, run, run to this place!! I grew up in the suburbs of Philly and the owner of this place is a Philadelphia native, and dang, he makes an authentic cheesesteak with fresh Amoroso rolls. There’s several varieties of cheeses, toppings, meats etc. to choose from and the FRIES, omg slightly battered shoestring. And the water ice—-just thinking about it makes me want to cry with happiness. So so gooood. There’s a few picnic tables with umbrellas to eat on property or some ate in their cars or did carry out. Super casual and deeeelish. Go support this business! He’s serving authentic food!

Alex Cottier

Apr 11,2025

This place is a hidden gem. The menu is refreshingly simple, and the ordering process couldn’t be easier—just place your order on a tablet and let the kitchen get to work. No fuss, just fast, focused service that lets the food speak for itself. We ordered the original Philly cheesesteak and went all-in with every topping they offered. And let me tell you—this was the best Philly cheesesteak I’ve ever had. Every bite was perfectly balanced because they chopped and mixed everything together. No uneven bites here—just a consistent, delicious blend of meat, cheese, onions, and peppers in every mouthful. Also, the roll it was on was amazing as well. I honestly can’t recommend this place enough. 10 out of 10. If they ever set up shop near Broadway, they’d absolutely crush it.

carl gonyon

Apr 8,2025

Brought a friend from philly that has been searching for a great philly cheese steak. He said it is ligit and reminded him of home. Great food, but be prepared to wait as it is all made fresh. Water ice was refreshing on the hot summer day.

Kika Morgan

Mar 13,2025

This was my first time at the recommendation of my friend but it won’t be my last. The food makes me want to book a trip to Philly just to go on a food tour. The service was awesome and the food even better. I had the chicken egg rolls and they did not disappoint. My friend encouraged me to try to the water ice and I’m very glad she did. I also order a chicken Philly to go for my husband and he loved it. Overall it was a great experience and I got a new food spot to add to my list.

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