Jim's Steaks reopening Wednesday nearly 2 years after devastating fire
PHILADELPHIA - A Philadelphia staple will finally reopen its doors after a fire ripped through the beloved cheesesteak shop, shutting it down for nearly two years.
Flames and smoke erupted from Jim's Steaks on South Street in July 2022, leaving the community concerned that the iconic shop may never open for business again.
However, the time has finally come!
Jim’s Steaks on South Street planning to reopen May 1st after devastating fire
Jim’s Steaks is a South Philadelphia mainstay, but a devastating fire shuttered the iconic shop nearly two years ago. After rebuilding from the terrible fire, Jim’s is planning to come back better than ever.
Jim's will start churning out cheesesteaks again starting at 4 p.m. May 1.
And it's opening with an even bigger space after buying the colorful "Eyes Gallery" next door.
'We will be back': Jim's Steaks to rebuild after devastating fire temporarily closes beloved shop
A fire ripped through a South Street Staple on Friday, leaving its community shocked and unsure if the iconic shop would ever open its doors again.
Customers will be able to enjoy 60 more seats, a take-out window and large mosaics on the walls.