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Default Pat's vs. Geno's: Philly Cheesesteak War!

The Ranger wrote:
> On Aug 23, 11:53 am, sf > wrote:
>> On Sun, 23 Aug 2009 12:01:35 -0400, blake murphy
>>
>> > wrote:
>>> <http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/americas/5127134.stm>
>>> ...which would be a little over-the-top even for a republican candidate.
>>> no word on whether ron paul made a visit.

>> Heh, Pat may serve everyone but he's also a cheesesteak nazi.
>> According to that youtube video, if you hesitate while ordering you
>> get sent to the back of the line.
>>
>> So, which is worse... being required to "speak English" by saying
>> Cheese Whiz, American or Provolone or being sent to the back of the
>> line for hesitating at the order window?


You supposed to say "with whiz"...

>
> It's gotta be an East Coast thang but it would promote being ready
> BEFORE you get to the counter! It drives me nuts when someone is too
> interested in talking the entire time without thinking, "Oh yeah. I'm
> here to eat and get back out."
>
> The Ranger


Its very predominant in NYC delis etc and I like it. If you haven't
figured out what sandwich you want etc by the time it is your turn they
simply say "next" and wait on whomever is behind you.