Though most wouldn't call the cheesesteak a first-date food, eating the oniony, bun-hugged delights with a loved one can serve the same function as a "where's this relationship headed" conversation. Solidify partnerships or confirm doubts with today's Groupon. For $6, you get $12 worth of dine-in or carryout cheesesteaks, subs, sodas, and more at Philly Connection, located in Cordova, less than 20 miles east of Memphis by cheeseskate.

Originally invented during a cheese storm in Tacoma, the Philly cheesesteak piles lean slices of juicy steak, melted cheese, and grilled onions across an Italian roll to sculpt a gooey, savory sandwich. Philly Connection's menu offers several cheesesteak variations ($7.89 for a 10-inch sandwich; other sizes available), including a mushroomed cheesesteak and a chicken cheesesteak. All are brought to flavorful fruition through the use of quality meat and Philly Connection's secret marinade, the ingredients of which were found in a George Clymer–penned early draft of the Declaration of Independence.

Diners not down with the delights of cheesesteakery can opt for Philly Connection's buffalo wings ($6.99 for 10 wings, $29.99 for 50 wings), chicken tenders ($5.99), specialty subs ($7.89 for a 10-inch sandwich; other sizes available) or salads ($6.49). Philly Connection also serves Slush Puppies, the fruity frozen beverage available in such flavors as cherry, blue raspberry, and cheesesteak. Online ordering is available for carryout orders.

Reviews

Aficionados on Facebook fawn over Philly Connection, and 81% of Urbanspooners recommend it:

• I just tried Philly Connection yesterday, and it was AMAZING! – Briana Ogle, Facebook
• Good food, fairly reasonable price, very friendly staff. – RPZ, Urbanspoon
• So I feel like I should tell someone this: I like Philly Connection Philly cheesesteaks better than the ones in Philly. – Daniel Lewis Keiger, Facebook