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The Chicken Cutlet Lagasse includes prosciutto, long hots, sharp provolone,and broccoli rabe at Cosmi’s Deli Philadelphia, Pa. on Wednesday, May 17, 2023.
The Chicken Cutlet Lagasse includes prosciutto, long hots, sharp provolone,and broccoli rabe at Cosmi’s Deli Philadelphia, Pa. on Wednesday, May 17, 2023.Read moreMonica Herndon / Staff Photographer

Cosmi’s Deli

South PhiladelphiaSandwich, Deli, Cheesesteak$

Cosmi’s Deli, a South Philadelphia landmark, has been in business since 1932. It's signature dish is the Chicken Cutlet Lagasse sandwich, which includes prosciutto, long hots, sharp provolone, and broccoli served on a seeded roll from Carangi Baking Company. The menu has also included offerings like the Big Dom sandwich, benefiting the Eagles Autism Foundation. 

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