This place is a hidden gem that serves food packed with flavor. The cheesesteak was especially delicious--one of the highlights of my visit. Orders are placed through self-service kiosks, and you wait for your name to be called when your food is ready. They also have a full bar, which is a nice bonus. The reason I deducted a star was the service. There were several dirty tables when I arrived, and despite asking multiple times for one to be cleaned, I was told there was only one server working. After waiting about 15 minutes, I started wiping down the table myself, and only then did someone come over to help. The food was excellent, but the service and cleanliness could definitely be improved. read more

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This is my 2nd time going to Taste & it was just as good as the first time. It takes long but it's because it's made to order & both times I've been there's a pretty good amount of people. Everyone was nice, there's seating outside & inside. It was extremely hot inside tho. We ordered a beef cheesesteak, a chicken cheesesteak, lemon pepper wings & fries. Everything was good. I would recommend. read more

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This 4 stars is strictly for the oxtail cheesesteak! That thing was phenomenal! We were told about this place by the Uber driver that took us from the airport. Im always asking what the best cheesesteak is when in Philly and he mentioned Taste. I looked it up and saw oxtail cheesesteak and already know I was going. It was a 3 min walk from our hotel, The Sonesta. Dropped the bags in the room and walked on over for a late lunch around 2pm. Inside of the joint was packed but there was seating outside in a space the restaurant shares with other establishments. Its not a huge place. We sat outside after we ordered and I believe they had one guy working which is crazy as they had to know Roots Picnic was that same weekend. The guy was nice but he was very slow in terms of getting things out to us. I didnt hold it against him as he mentioned it was just him. Get that kid some help!!!! The cheesesteak came and Im glad me and my homie decided to split it as its a big sandwich! Got a side of fries with it. This was the best cheesesteak I ever had by far!!! Ordered some sort of punch and it was sweet as hell and just not very good. We both struggled to finish it. Drinks came damn near when the food was gone and we waited maybe 25-30 mins for the food to come out...insane! Another cool thing that happened was Meek Mill, Gillie & Wallo pulled up and sent one of their guys in to order for them. They even hung out front on the street for quite awhile. Would come back but would know what to expect! read more

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10/10! My salmon cheesesteak was amazing. It came with a sweet chili sauce on the side that added the perfect little kick. The portion was so generous that I had to save half for later--and it was just as good the next day. I visited on a Saturday night, so the wait was pretty long. To their credit, they let us know upfront that there was only one server working that night. We weren't in a rush so the long wait didn't bother us. I did take away a star for having one server available though. The takeout line never seemed to end, which tells me this is a very popular spot. The dining area is small, but there are a few outdoor tables available. This was my first visit, so I'll be sure to try again to see if the wait is a normal thing. One thing to note: gratuity is automatically added to all checks. read more

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Still a delicious cheesesteak and my go to when I'm in Philly. Atmosphere is urban, but civilized. It would be great if the location was bigger with more seating. I will return and highly recommend this establishment. read more

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How are you open until 2:00am and run out of food at midnight??? Also finding this is a regular occurrence. Sad because you all have great food. read more

Cheesesteak & fries were great! Service was good. Restroom needed some attention. Requesting an additional tip on 18% gratuity included with a 3% credit card surcharge & taxes ($22.18) was ridiculous. Bring cash. read more

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Taste Cheesesteak Bar has become a favorite spot for a salmon cheesesteak fix! First, parking is very difficult to find, but with patience, it is possible lol. Once you walk in, it's a no-frills, smaller spot. I like their logo! It always appears clean. You're greeted with the option to use the take-out screen to place your order, or one of the friendly employees will ask if you want to sit at the bar or at the high-top chairs, which we chose. On our most recent visit, we went for our favorite, their salmon cheesesteak. It's so HUGE that we share it and order separate fries. Even half of the cheesesteak is still a big portion that we didn't even finish. It's flavorful and cooked perfectly! Ugh! I can't wait to have it again! They have happy hour, and I got a drink that came with lights that change colors, which was cool. Our server, I believe her name was Mylisha, was great and attentive! read more

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If I could give this place a -1 I would. Waited over an hour for my food. They kept saying it was on its way out. After waiting forever the waitress eventually tells us she doesn't know what happened to our ticket and they can't serve us unless we pay again. When I asked for a refund they explained that the actual payment didn't go through. Fast forward two days later I check my Amex app and there's a $90 charge. Left hungry and robbed of $90 after waiting for an hour and a half. read more

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The salmon cheesesteak was better than I expected. It was very filling and definitely needed a knife and fork or two big hands to eat. The flavor was fantastic and the sweet chili sauce that came with it made it even better. I will return to try the oxtail cheesesteak. Note: Happy Hour is Monday through Friday from 4-8pm. read more

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Our friends have been raving about this place for a few years now. We tried to visit twice but both times it was really crowded and parking was tough. Our timing this time around was perfect. We had family visiting from out of town and stopped in for lunch. It wasn't crowded, the bartender was friendly. Everything was neat and clean. The ambiance was laid back. I think their cheesesteaks all come with onions, peppers and copper sharp. I was intrigued by the salmon cheesesteak, but ended up going with chicken in a seeded roll and added mushrooms. It was delicious. The chicken was seasoned really well which is rare. Most places barely add salt & pepper. We also ordered the jerk chicken and a regular beef and couldn't resist sharing cheese fries. Everyone loved their food. They also have a happy hour and I had a margarita- which was tasty. We'll definitely be returning! read more

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I've been here twice and I've been satisfied twice. The staff is cool, great spot to be for sporting events. They have high top tables and seating as well as bar seating. The food is full of flavor and it is definitely a spot I will go back too. The cheesesteak is stuffed and flavorful, meats seasoned well and they add good amount of cheese, I'd still say get extra. My favorite thing from here is the jerk chicken fries. Heat, flavor, and the amount you get, you'll have a good nap afterwards. read more

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No healthy options but what can you expect from a cheesesteak bar? LOL We enjoyed the chicken cheesesteak, and jerk salmon steak which were huge portions. The cheese fries were enjoyed also. I really liked that the food and drinks are made in front of you which keeps people honest and clean. Service was great and I would definitely return on a cheat day! read more

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Omg! I have almost no words. Came to Philly for a da trip and this restaurant was recommended to us on the train. It is a fairly small restaurant, with a bar. Not too many tables, but they do also have a kiosk where you can order food to go if you don't plan on sitting inside. They do also offer outdoor seating. The owner/or manager, not 100% sure, is very nice and was super attentive and helpful. I usually don't like cheesesteaks, however, this one was AMAZING! It was the perfect amount of chicken and peppers. I did ask for minimal cheese and it was just enough. This is the first time I've had a cheesesteak and wanted another. I can't wait to return! read more

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I got a beef Philly with no cheese, onions and peppers. Flavor was there, a little too much oil/grease, a little on the pricey side. But still very good read more

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First off, I would give this a 7 out of 5 stars if you would allow me. Now: Let's Get Busy! To my fabulous waitress Naomi: Thanks for the EXCELLENT and professional service! I told you I would give a shout out. You deserve it! Food: I personally had the Jerk Chicken Cheesesteak and I will never, ever share mine, even though it is huge! Mine, ALL mine! Spicy, tantalizing, insatiable to your palate. ( For transparency, I am allergic to onions, so mine came without ) The combination of all their ingredients will take you an erogenous zone of taste! My son had the regular Beef Cheesesteak and rated it 5 stars also: Juicy, tender meat with awesome flavor! People of all walks of life, aliens, and creatures of the sea, you have to go to TASTE. Their cheesesteaks will stop you from hitting those tourist traps and feeling "Mediocrerized". My only thing is I would love the lighting to be a slight bit warmer (my preference, no big deal), but the ambiance is nice. Trendy bar, nice tables. Don't hesitate to visit this place in downtown Philly, right near the Sonesta Hotel and City Hall. I am proud to support this Black owned business that caters to all walks of life. I saw all walks of life there in my visit. read more

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Someone at the hotel recommended this restaurant for the "best cheesesteak sandwich" and while it did taste good and the staff were pretty friendly, I felt a little out if place walking in & I wasn't even offered a menu, it was more like "what you want" LOL. The sandwich is really big and the meat just needs a little more seasoning, maybe more onions. It is a bar-style food location more for pick up or for a quick lunch and it is about $20 for one sandwich read more

Terrible experience at The Taste in Philadelphia. 40+ minute wait for 4 wings with almost no communication. Staff blamed short staffing instead of managing expectations.Manager Stephanie was dismissive and unprofessional when asked about the delay. Completely unacceptable service. read more

We had lunch here before getting on the road to head back to DC. It's a very small cheesesteak spot with a modern twist. I liked that they had several TVs with various games showing, full bar, and a kiosk for ordering to go items. We chose to dine in, but were disappointed to learn that they could not accommodate four people at any table, except the one near the door they created by pushing two tables together. Larger tables were outside, but I'm not a fan of alfresco dining unless it's near something scenic. For a tiny spot, the food was well done. The cheesesteaks were flavorful, and no condiments were needed. We weren't a fan of being served our drinks in plastic cups, but it's more of a dive spot. Customer service was good, the music was nice, and we ultimately had a good time. I would definitely return for a cheesesteak when I'm back in Philly. I just don't suggest this spot for large groups. read more

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Get your cheesesteak experience with great service and cheap/delicious drinks. Skip the lines. Support a Black owned business. Beef cheesesteak did what it needed to do. Lots of meat, sauteed peppers balanced well, but need more cheese for me. I would ask for extra cheese and that would set it off. The bread was what really made it stand out to me though. Soft, fluffy bread balanced it out well. The service was GREAT. Fast, attentive, kind, and to the point. Drink specials during happy hour really made this worth it. No issues with separating checks with people so go with your friends! read more

Wow wow wow!!! This place is SOOO good! Went here recently to give my bf a tour of Philadelphia since he's never been. Wanted to try this place out for the first time and my goodness! I'm so glad I did!!! I got the chicken cheesesteak, he got the regular cheesesteak and my friend got a cheesesteak with oxtail. We also had a couple of drinks and they were so good! Can't remember the name of it though. The actual place is pretty small so NOT a place to bring a big group at all. I'd say about 4 friends max, it's mostly a bar area. Our server was extremely nice and greeted us immediately, the food also came out in around 15 minutes after we ordered so not bad. The chicken cheesesteak I had was so juicy and delish. I mean the amount of MEAT they give you is so generous. If you need a cheesesteak place to go to and your downtown look no further. THIS IS IT! I will defintely be back. read more

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Okay, so my husband and I were in town for Nas, and after the concert, I was starving. And let's be honest who doesn't want a Philly cheesesteak when you're in my hometown of Philly? Now, I'm traditionally a chicken cheesesteak girly, but my husband convinced me to switch it up. I searched Yelp and TikTok to see what the hype was about, and that's how we landed at Taste Cheesesteak Bar. We tried the oxtail cheesesteak and baby it did not disappoint. I'm talking slap your momma good at 1:30 AM! The oxtail was tender, seasoned to perfection, and the meat-to-bread ratio? Impeccable. When we bit into it, we literally found ourselves savoring the flavor with our eyes closed. That's how good it was. Every bite was a moment. I highly recommend giving it a try. I'll definitely be back to taste the salmon and jerk cheesesteaks next time I'm in town. We were only in Philly for less than 24 hours, but this spot made the cut! read more

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I had a friend who was in town from The Czech Republic and he stayed downtown. I decided to try this place out because I heard so much about it. Parking: street but you won't find any or you may get lucky! Atmosphere: VERY VERY VERY LOUD! We could hardly hear each other or the server. We went for happy hour. The drinks were good. They have a DJ I believe on Wednesday and Friday? The music was good, but that volume. It's very small in there and when it started to get crowded, people had to squeeze by our high top table so we had to make sure that they didn't knock our drinks over. You can walk up and order at a kiosk to take out. Food: my friend had a beef cheesesteak. He enjoyed it but wanted a toasted roll. I had the "oxtail cheesesteak" it wasn't oxtail. It tasted like roast beef. The meat was tender. It was bland. They did not have oxtail sauce. The price is too much. I would suggest sharing this if you want to try it. The people behind us were raving about it but after talking to them they never had oxtails, so they don't know. Service: wasn't too bad. Overall i wasn't impressed. It's not worth the parking and headache to get a mediocre cheesesteak. read more

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We visited here during a weekend trip to Philly. We wanted something different than the usual Pat's & Geno's we always see posted. We walked in not realizing it is actually a bar lol. The space is small - they have seating but not much. It is not good for big groups. We had the jerk chicken fries and a cheesesteak. We shared the sandwich and fries which worked out because the sandwiches are huge! The next day we came back for a jerk chicken cheesesteak and it was amazing! We brought it back to NJ with us and it still tasted great. We've been wanting to return & are hopefully planning to soon! read more

Recently visited the area and Taste was recommended by locals. We tried the original Philly Cheesesteak and the Cajun. My personal fave was the Cajun, but the original was also very good. My only complaint was there was a bit TOO much cheese for me. (That's personal preference, however. As a first-timer, I wasn't sure how to order.) I believe most folks would be happy with how it comes. We were seated after a lil wait. The service was busy that particular night. Space is limited here, so large parties may wish to choose the 'to-go' service. There were TVs available to watch the games and a full drink option if you're into that. Heads up parents: the bathroom does have photos a tiny bit provocative in case you're bringing kiddos. All-in-all, delicious food and in a great location that was easy to walk to. read more

We arrived around 4pm on a Saturday, and it was pretty busy, but we were able to get seats at the bar right away. LeKia was our server/bartender and she was wonderful! We started with the Taste Me Margarita and Hennything is Possible to drink and both were awesome! For food, we decided to get a beef cheesesteak and a jerk chicken cheesesteak and split half and half so we could taste both. My boyfriend gave the beef 9/10 and I gave the chicken 10/10. I liked the beef, but much preferred the chicken. The service was definitely 10/10. It was crazy busy with takeout orders at one point , but we never felt completely ignored. The grills were being cleaned periodically - love to see that ! We parked 1 street over and had no problem swinging in to street parking. The music was also nice! read more

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Wow. I had such a great experience at Taste Cheesecake Bar. I went here with some coworkers after work and the vibe was super chill. You walk in and everyone is friendly and the music was amazing. I sang every song from the moment I walked in until the second we left. We actually didn't leave because I wanted to listen to a few more songs. I got a drink I believe the punch and it was so good. I love the lights for the added effect. The cheesesteak was so good! I was in heaven! The waitress was also super nice and welcoming our entire time there. She actually stayed later than she was scheduled to make sure we got everything we needed. I can't wait for another trip to Philly to try the salmon and oxtail cheesesteak read more

No COMPLAINTS. This was sooooo good. I so glad my family suggested it. My Philly cheesesteak was so yummy I was putting my fries in it. (The Jersey girl in me couldn't resists). I'm only upset because I don't think to order a cheesesteak sub to go. But next time I'm up north I will be ordering two of those perfectly made juicy cheesesteaks. read more

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Amazing place. Visiting for 12 hours and Philly and had to check out as highly recommended on social mead and did not disappoint. Walked in and was greeted and seated immediately, it's worth the visit. Check. It out for yourself. read more

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I tried this place on a Saturday night. Place is cute. They play music and the ambience is nice. I'm pissed I was so hungry I forgot to take a pic of the cheesesteak and cheese fries when it came out. They have a nice variety of cheesesteaks like jerk chicken, salmon cheesesteak, chicken cheesesteaks and beef cheesesteaks. They have plenty of sides to choose from. The place never stopped having take out orders. I sat at the bar (yes they serve alcohol) it's a cute spot for a unplanned or planned date night with ur significant other or if you want to meet up for a quick bite with someone you just met. read more

First real cheesesteak in Philly. We shared the Jerk Chicken. It was huge! It was delicious and very spicy. We had it with the regular fries which were nice and crispy. The vibe was lively and the staff was very friendly. It was fun to sit at the bar and watch them cook while we ate. We didn't try any of their cocktails (I had a beer) but almost everyone was having something. Highly recommend. read more

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Very tasty cheesesteak and HUGE portion which was good because it was expensive. I got a chicken cheesesteak and we also got some fries which were nice and crispy and salty The inside of this place was insane. The door opened and we were blasted with music, literally like a club, it was so strange. Very prompt, we ordered to go and it was ready super fast which was nice. read more

Chris Brown, Trey Songz, Jeremih all got cheesesteaks from here this weekend! I was in good company. This place's gets super crowded on the weekends. Came after Eagles training camp. Must try the jerk chicken cheesesteak. Better than I could have imagined. The salmon cheesesteak was okay to me. But that jerk chicken had all the flavor. Terrence was a great server. Great place to take friends you haven't seen in a while. They have a bar and have hh specials. I hear they also have a DJ sometimes too. read more

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Great Drinks and Delicious Cheesesteak Stopped by Taste Cheesesteak Bar with a friend and we had a great time. My friend ordered the classic Philly cheesesteak, which was hot, flavorful, and well-seasoned, along with a drink from the happy hour menu for $11 that was similar to a Long Island iced tea. I had a classic margarita for $7, and both drinks were well made and a great value. The place was busy with good energy, and everything we tried was tasty. Definitely worth a visit for both the food and the drinks. read more

Good drinks, good music, cheese steaks on point. Service is alright depending on the time you go . Gotta get some cold holding/storage for the meat if they aren't cooking it, but I guess it's the authenticity of it all and they run through so much. read more

The Oxtail Cheesesteak is an absolute must! I ordered mine to go and it was piping hot, a hefty size, and loaded with oxtail meat. So tender with such a fluffy roll, yet super filling. I might have to make this a regular stop on my Philly trips! The restaurant looks cool inside and I do wish I got to stick around to enjoy the cheesesteak at a table or bar, but ordering to go is super easy with their kiosk system. Didn't take too long to get my order and be on my way! read more

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My son found this place on yelp and had to try it since they had Jamaican style cheese steaks. The service was quick and the food came out fast. We got two regular cheese steaks, one oxtail cheese steak and one jerk chicken cheese steak and some fries. We love Jamaican food and will definitely come back for another oxtail and Jerel cheese steak, our only suggestion is if you want more of the flavor then ask for no cheese. The vibes were good and had TV's with sports playing and they serve drinks as well. Great experience and nice alternative if you want a change from the traditional cheese steak. read more

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Steak cold service horrible!!! Waitress after waiting more than 30mins. Food came cold apparently takeout is 1st priority. Waitress instead of correcting it leaves get manager who is very little help and needs. Waited another 39mins before corrected. June 5th 10pm HORRIBLE ​​ read more

Hands down the best cheesesteak bar I have ever been too. Our Server/Bartender "D" was amazing from her customer service to her exceptional bartender service, thoroughly enjoyed ourselves. The ambiance was amazing nice and cozy I just loved my whole experience and will be back! 10/10 definitely recommend the oxtail and salmon cheesesteaks! read more

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Sooo taste is in a great spot downtown. It's got fast service, despite being pretty crowded. There is only one veggie option and it's a vegan cheesesteak with mushrooms and cauliflower. It wasn't the most ideal combo but I thought I'd give it a shot. The cheesesteak itself was just okay. I have had better vegan cheesesteaks but also I have had worse , so this fell somewhere in between. If you are craving a sub with lots of veggies then you might love this! it was so so full of veggies it was very messy to eat. My boyfriend loved his Philly cheesesteak though with regular meat. So I'm sure the regular ones taste great. I just wish they had an impossible or beyond meat option for some variety for us vegetarians! read more

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