Authentic Philadelphia flavor, real ribeye, seeded South Philly rolls—plus a complete NY pizza & Italian street food menu built for modern fast-casual. Published by Anthony & Luca’s Pizza Kitchen At-a-glance Premium ingredients: real ribeye steak, Philly bakery rolls, and a proprietary Brooklyn-style dough program Menu breadth: cheesesteaks + NY pizza + Italian street food to …
Authentic Philadelphia flavor, real ribeye, seeded South Philly rolls—plus a complete NY pizza & Italian street food menu built for modern fast-casual.
At-a-glance
- Premium ingredients: real ribeye steak, Philly bakery rolls, and a proprietary Brooklyn-style dough program
- Menu breadth: cheesesteaks + NY pizza + Italian street food to drive repeat visits and higher ticket averages
- Scalable footprints: small, medium, and larger formats depending on market and buildout
- Operator playbook: systems, training, and launch support designed to help new owners open strong
Why it wins in 2025
Consumers are chasing authenticity and consistency—then sharing it. A concept that delivers “the real deal” and does it the same way every time has a major advantage in today’s fast-casual landscape.
If you’re evaluating the category, start with the core question: is it authentic, is it repeatable, and can it scale without cutting corners?
Why the cheesesteak category keeps growing
What makes Anthony & Luca’s different
1) Real ribeye, cooked to order
Many concepts rely on cheaper substitutes that sacrifice texture and flavor. Here, the steak program is built around premium ribeye cooked hot and fast on the grill for a bold, authentic finish.
2) Seeded Philly bakery rolls (Sarcone or Amoroso)
The roll is not an afterthought—it’s the identity of the sandwich. Importing authentic rolls reinforces the “only-us” story and protects the experience that customers come back for.
3) Brooklyn-style dough program for NY pizza
Cheesesteaks bring people in. Pizza keeps them coming back with shareable, repeatable family orders—especially in suburban and delivery-heavy markets.
4) Italian street food that lifts averages
Signature add-ons and specialty items help raise ticket averages and create variety for repeat guests without complicating operations.
5) Portions that feel like value
Customers notice generosity. When guests feel they got more than expected, reviews follow—and reviews are oxygen for local growth.
Small format
Lean & fast for strip centers and high-delivery markets.
- Lower overhead
- Quick ramp
- Great for first-time owners
Medium format
Most flexible for balanced dine-in + takeout.
- Broader menu presentation
- Higher peak-hour capacity
- Strong suburb performance
Larger format
Max experience for premium sites and multi-unit plans.
- Top revenue upside
- Best for destination trade areas
- Room for community events
Your path to opening
- Initial conversation: territory, timeline, and investment approach.
- Market evaluation: trade area fit, competition, and projected demand.
- Visit & validate: experience the product and operations in person.
- Training & buildout: hands-on coaching for recipes, systems, and execution.
- Launch support: opening playbook + marketing momentum to start strong.
Ready to learn more?
If you’re looking for a proven concept with authentic product and a full menu built for repeat traffic, explore the details here: https://anthonyandlucaspizza.com/best-cheesesteak-franchise-2/
Start with this overview of our cheesesteak franchise opportunity—then see why the full menu and operating model also makes it a best pizza franchise contender in today’s fast-casual market.
Note: Investment, timelines, and availability can vary by market and buildout requirements.
