It’s no secret- Philadelphia is a foodie’s paradise. In this digital age, many people choose which restaurants to explore based on what they see on social media. Additionally, some restaurants have become synonymous with going viral. In fact, Geno’s Steaks in South Philly was recently ranked as one of the top 10 viral restaurants in the country.
Geno’s Steaks: A Viral Sensation
Indeed, Philadelphia has a love/hate relationship with Geno’s Steaks. The iconic South Philly staple boasts it has “the best cheesesteaks in Philadelphia”. While thousands of tourists flock to Geno’s every year to try one of their steaks, many native Philadelphians scrunch their face up when Geno’s enters the “best cheesesteaks in Philly” chat.
Debating Geno’s place in the cheesesteak hierarchy is just as much a part of Philly culture as is the sandwich itself. Mention it as your favorite cheesesteak place and you’re guaranteed to elicit a bevy of comments scoffing your tastebuds.
In the age of social media and influencers, such a reaction is infectious. Undoubtedly, in the pursuit of clicks and engagements, Geno’s has become Philadelphia’s yellow brick road.
Follow it and a viral moment awaits you.
So true is this caveat, Geno’s Steaks recently ranked in the top ten most viral restaurants in America.
The Most Popular Restaurants In The US
According to a recent study, 50% of Americans say social media can influence their decision to visit a restaurant, with one in five admitting they are inspired to visit a restaurant due to its social presence.
To find out the most popular restaurants in the country according to Instagram, Betway conducted desk research to create a seedlist of 100 famous restaurants in the US. The number of Instagram posts under each restaurant’s hashtag was gathered to determine which are the most popular on Instagram.
Geno’s Steaks is the only Philadelphia restaurant to top the list.
The top ten most popular, most-viral restaurants in America according to Instagram are:
- Nobu Malibu, Malibu
- The Bluebird Cafe, Nashville
- Kat’z Delicatessen, NYC
- Bavel, Los Angeles
- The French Laundry, Yountville
- Commander’s Palace, New Orleans
- Mystic Pizza, Mystic
- Girl & the Goat, Chicago
- House of Prime Rib, San Francisco
- Geno’s Steaks, Philadelphia
So whether you love it or hate, debate it or great it, Geno’s Steaks is a viral sensation. The 24/7 restaurant has been in business since being founded by Philly’s own, Joey Vento in 1966. It has been featured in movies, television, and all over social media, with no signs of slowing down its appeal.