History of Philly Ted's Cheesesteaks
Ted English came to the Black Hills, from Philadelphia, PA, in June, 2000. After a year in Rapid City, he couldn't find a cheesesteak like anything back home. South Dakota just didn't have that "big city sandwich." He concluded, why not start my own steak shop?
Having limited funds, and no history in the area, Ted needed a business partner. He called a long-time friend, Len Begley, for help. Len didn't hesitate. "Go for it," he said.
Many questions arose. Having never previously worked in a restaurant, ted was starting at square one. He had to figure out what meat to use, which roll is best, use Whiz or white cheese? No matter what, it all had to be quality. He set out to make the best sandwich possible.
On September 29th, 2001, Philly Ted's Cheesesteaks opened on the west side of Rapid City. The first shop, near Canyon Lake, operated through 2004. This location lacked visibility, and a move was made to the current shop on LaCrosse Street.
Ted uses only fresh-carved steak meat, sliced thin, and put on a fresh-baked roll. Cheez Whiz is the cheese of choice, but others can be substituted. Nowhere, this side of Philadelphia, can you find a better, more authentic Philly Cheesesteak.
Philly Ted's Cheesesteaks and Subs: Just like Philly—without the attitude!
Read an article written about Philly Ted in the Rapid City Journal on March 28th, 2007: Philly Ted Talks.