Vegan
American
Take-out
Bakery
Breakfast
A dinerette and coffee shop in the Passyunk Avenue neighborhood. Fully vegan since early-2017. Menu offers breakfast sandwiches, pancakes, scrambles, waffles, donuts as well as a variety of other lunch entrees and sandwiches. Various plant milks available for coffee drinks. Confirmed open May 2020. Open Wed-Sun 8:00am-2:00pm.
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1401 S 12th St, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA, 19147
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Last update on 29 Sep 2020 by MarissaD'Elia
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Added by eravencroft on 27 May 2016
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128 Reviews
First Review by BostonVegan
phreakphan
Points +75
Top Notch Vegan!!! - Edit
Delicious food, kind people and atmosphere! Music is chill. A must stop every time I am in Philly!!!
Read morePros: Taste, Selection , Atmosphere
Cons: None
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JohannaNabrotzki
Points +935
Very good breakfast - Edit
We came for breakfast and ordered French toast, pancakes and a breakfast hoagie. Everything was very good and filling, service was fast and friendly, the price was reasonable. I can recommend the pancakes with blueberries!
Read morePros: Many nice breakfast options , Delicious , Reasonable price
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EmdotAlice
Points +5923
Disappointing - Edit
I wouldn’t recommend trying to dine in on a weekend at brunch o’clock or it’ll take at least 30 minutes to get a table. I got the tofu scramble and my partner got a biscuit with the bacon gravy. The scramble was not bad. My partner ate the fries since I don’t like them. Neither of liked the bacon gravy at all. It was very coconuty. Overall it was pretty disappointing considering the rave reviews for this place.
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Cocomaso
Points +30
Dirty Jersey River Style - Edit
I had a dirty jersey river style on everything philly muffin. It was tasty, flavorful, and filling. The cheese taste like real cheddar. I need extra "pork" roll next time!!
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2025-07-31
Pros: The cheese, The pork roll
Cons: They put the mayo on the side
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dgolden
Points +36
Good food, rude service - Edit
I’ve been here twice and while the food is pretty good, I’ve had rude service twice. Today I was ignored for five minutes until another staff member (who was already helping someone) told a non-busy staff member to speak to me… weird vibes for a vegan restaurant
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kwyrauch
Points +59
Delicious Food if You’ve Got the Time - Edit
This is a straight up, no nonsense breakfast food diner with all of the staples. The breakfast burrito is my personal favorite but I’ve also had the pancakes, breakfast sandwiches, and baked goods and every time I walk away satisfied. The only concern is that it’s a really tiny spot: be prepared to wait for a while to get a table.
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mbabec
Points +170
Wonderful food - Edit
This is a fun little space. Menu is pretty large with many options. I got the tofu scrambled and it was amazing. Will definitely come back.
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SophiaTara
Points +246
Breakfast Go-To - Edit
Best place to get a filling and delicious breakfast, they have a lot of options for such a small kitchen! Food is very consistent (been going for 8 years!) and if it’s a nice day, we always take our food to the park next door to eat and watch the dogs play ☺️
Read moreThe burrito or the tot bowl are my favorites, but all of the scrambles are great, the sandwiches are big for the price, and the donuts are surprisingly good (I won’t say which one is my favorite 😅).
Updated from previous review on 2025-06-07
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AliyahMcDaniel
Points +59
Super Cute - Edit
Went here with my mom about a week ago and i’m still thinking about the breakfast we had - definitely worth the stop (and not too expensive!!)
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MorganLee
Points +831
LOVED IT! - Edit
The Tasty was such a fun place to dine. I ate the food before my phone did, so I got ZERO pictures to share but everything was yummy. Loved the waffle, such a favorite of mine, with some sourdough toast and tempeh bacon - so good!!! I will definitely be going back. Super LGBTQ friendly and amazingly kind and attentive staff 🤍
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ChristineLugo
Points +175
The Tasty was... tasty! - Edit
Had the egg, sausage & cheez on an everything Philly roll with home fries and coffee. Sandwich was great, added a little hot sauce bc... why not?? Asked for the home fries well done, but they weren't... were ok, but could have used some seasoning. Coffee was delicious.
Read morePros: Cute atmosphere , Nice staff, Good eats
Cons: A little expensive
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PaulCaracciolo
Points +367
Easily the best tofu scramble I’ve ever had - Edit
Tofu scramble was outstanding, I got the western and just added hot sauce
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Skyland_18
Points +202
Yum! - Edit
Just got done with a 5k and stopped by after! Very friendly staff and we got seated right away— went at around 9:30 though 😅 crowds stared to pick up around 10:30.
Read moreEverything was very tasty! And the hot chocolate was the best I’d ever had!!!
My cousin (meat eater) wasn’t a super fan of the cheese steak— he wished there were more onions and cheese.
Updated from previous review on 2024-10-26
Pros: Staff, Food, Atmosphere
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MelissaDolliger
Points +28
Breakfast - Edit
I was looking for a good breakfast place and I found a great one!!
Read morePros: Food, Atmosphere, Staff
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Gopala108
Points +4913
awesome vegan brunch albeit limited indoor seating - Edit
I had great expectations about The Tasty for it was named the number one vegan diner in America in the recent Veg News Best of 2024 issue. On a recent trip to Philly I stayed a short walk from The Tasty.
Read moreWhen I went here to refuel post-yoga practice a little past half past 12pm on a Sunday afternoon had mixed emotions for the restaurant was packed so was happy so many folks were enjoying all vegan cuisine and also bummed because there was no indoor dining since they closed at 2pm. I had no alternative, but to take whatever vegan delight I ordered to go. I ordered the deluxe breakfast burrito aka tofu scramble vegan cheddar tempeh bacon jalapeno and red onion all topped with vegan sour cream and spicy vegan mayo.
It came with a side of home fries. I found the service friendly and prompt. Happy that this all vegan diner was popular. I took a walk home to enjoy it and it was very tasty. 5 stars for the food and 5 stars for the service yet am deducting a star due to not being able to dine in which I love to do when dining out and experience the ambience. The only caveat is the restaurant is small and not much dining. Pro tip- Sundays are the busiest day here so if you want to dine in go on an off day aka Wed or Thurs or get there early on Sat or Sun otherwise you will be left getting take out like me.
So I went back here with a friend. We had brunch together and were able to dine in. Excellent friendly welcoming service by Parker. All staff were on point. Ambience here is wonderful. It is small so get here early to dine in. I love the creativity of art in the diner. I had the Tempeh Deluxe Reuben with a side of Caesar Salad. Both were tasty and nourishing. My friend had the deluxe burrito that I previously had and French Toast that I tried and enjoyed. All in all we both loved our meals. Five stars if you can arrive early and land a table in the limited indoor seating. I pursued the baked goods that looked quite alright. A must try if in Philly!
Pros: awesome vibe, amazing brunch, friendly staff
Cons: limited indoor seating
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RyanFC
Points +72
Good vegan options - Edit
Good vegan breakfast. Options for sweet and savory.
Read moreI would go back
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klhunter42
Points +346
All time favorite - Edit
Everytime we are in Philly we stop at the Tasty...heck, we basically ensure we visit the city during their open hours. Amazing diner food made fresh when you order. High quality ingredients and fabulous staff!
Read morePros: All vegan menu!!!!
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KevinCharney
Points +58
Fantastic vegan breakfast - Edit
I wish we had a place like this in Atlanta. Super friendly staff, great vibe and character and above all…..incredible vegan breakfast! I had the breakfast burrito and it was portioned perfectly and tasted amazing.
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Keyz2026
Points +5578
Breakfast Delight - Edit
The atmosphere was relaxing and great. The wait time was great. Customer service was awesome.
Read morePros: Food , Customer service , Atmosphere
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saltyseitan
Points +41
The best tofu scramble - Edit
This is by far the best tofu scramble I’ve had. We ordered the western scramble and it was sooo delicious!
Read morePros: Super friendly staff!
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ch33tahgrl
Points +40
i wish i lived here - Edit
the options are endless. the staff is warm and personable. the quality of the food is 11/10. i came for a weekend trip to philly, and i think i will be here more than once. the diner atmosphere is adorable too. i ordered one sweet dish and one savory dish.. i couldnt decide! i have not stopped dreaming about it!
Read morePros: clean, quaint, inventive
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Catbutler
Points +105
Awesome vibe, yummy food - Edit
There were no tables available when we got there in the afternoon so we ordered takeout. We split a Philly cheesesteak and a kale salad. Both were delicious but would have liked more cheese on the cheesesteak. I can't wait to try the breakfast there and actually sit down at a table, as the atmosphere is so cozy and sweet.
Read morePros: Good food, Great atmosphere , Friendly staff
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mars
Points +525
Best omelette breakfast!! - Edit
We just introduced our son to the tasty. We were in Philly for a birthday party The night before. The vegan options were OK, but just a bunch of vegetables. So we woke up, really, really hungry. My son can eat as much as two people. We went to The Tasty and he got the spinach and sausage omelette. He was absolutely full. He loved it and we all thought the omelette was flavorful and moist and puffy. Absolutely love this place!
Read moreThe decor is 1950s diner. I mean a real time. That’s some Fakear diner with waitresses and poodle skirts. The service is fast and everyone is just lovely.
Pros: Service , Food, Atmosphere
Cons: Minimal seating
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DBStarr
Points +47
So Good - Edit
Cute little vegan diner with cool old time vibes. Food is really good!!
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tylergoesvegan
Points +348
Old School Diner All Vegan! - Edit
This was such amazing cool vibe place. The diner has old school vibe and staff is Very friendly and nice.
Read moreI had French Toast and Side of "home fries" . I say "home fries" as was really just cubed potatoes so not home fries I am used to with peppers, Onions, etc.
My girlfriend got the special aka The Elvis; Waffle with Coconut Bacon, Peanutbutter Drizzle and Sliced Banana.
Pros: Old School Diner, Friendly Staff
Cons: "home fries"
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AthLifer
Points +583
Nostalgia - Edit
Great ‘old school’ diner in a regular neighborhood. Really enjoyed what we ate, the French toast and the dirty jersey. And a latte. Great people who own it as well, very welcoming. Thanks!
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NehaNataraj
Points +483
Delicious, my favorite! - Edit
Honestly my favorite place to eat out in Philly! Great food, great vibes, great service!
Read more6/4/23: We ordered the Greek tofu scramble (spinach, tomato, tofu) which was very flavorful and tasty (get it?)! It also came with a side of home fries or tator tots or waffle fries. We also ordered the weekend special tres leches tropical pancakes (pinapple, mango, banana, strawberry, and cantaloupe, with coconut cream and maple syrup), which was outstanding! Definitely will return!
Space is somewhat small; we came on Sunday morning and waited 20m for a table. We paid $34.83 for our meal plus coffee, minus tip.
Edited review 1/7/24: we have since returned ~5 times and brought friends with us. Their blueberry pancakes are super delicious as well. Be sure to pay a bit extra for the real maple syrup and coconut cream! Tater tots and waffle fries are so good! We also got a special on 12/16/23, the Home on the range Biscuit Pie (filled with tofu scramble) with a brown gravy. It was good but we liked the regular tofu scramble a lot more!
Vibes are great and quirky, staff is friendly, service is good. Bought a diner mug from their little shop and it's currently my favorite mug 😍
Updated from previous review on 2024-01-28
Pros: Very delicious, Reasonable price, Good service
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