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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114 Reviews
First Review by BostonVegan
Gopala108
Points +3082
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 +60
Good vegan options - Edit
Good vegan breakfast. Options for sweet and savory.
Read moreI would go back
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klhunter42
Points +90
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 +46
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 +3254
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 +16
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 +481
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 +43
So Good - Edit
Cute little vegan diner with cool old time vibes. Food is really good!!
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tylergoesvegan
Points +306
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 +296
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 +429
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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Bennyboysjol
Points +16
Favorite meal of all time - Edit
the Deluxe burrito is the best
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Gibsyle
Points +58
South Philly Vegan Staple! - Edit
Great service, cool vibe inside, and excellent food and coffees! If I have any time in Philly, The Tasty is a must-go-to. Their breakfast burritos and biscuits and gravy are a family favorite. 10/10.
Read morePros: Delicious food., Excellent selection of dishes., Creative and delicious coffees.
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Eeveetee
Points +88
Go - Edit
They’re so creative. I can’t believe the omelette. I’m always skeptical of vegan cheeses and breakfasts but they nailed the whole breakfast. The tempeh bacon and the chicken waffles were also great. Everyone’s friendly and it’s a relaxed atmosphere. They’re super helpful and will explain how they make the food and what’s in it when you ask.
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mrnicholasking
Points +110
Stopping by... - Edit
Excellent service with a smile. I haf biacuits & gravy and a kale salad.
Read morePros: Desserts, Pay when you order
Cons: Didn’t like nutritional yeast in my salad, Would have liked more drink choices
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ArmitageBigend
Points +206
Perfect vegan breakfasts! - Edit
I've been here so many times and it never disappoints! They have my favorite biscuits and gravy (three different varieties to choose from) and incredible pancakes and waffles. Their lunch food is great too, like their chicken parm sandwich, but I go here for breakfast.
Read moreGreat diner experience, only a handful of seats. Coffee is also very good. If you're looking for a breakfast spot, this is it!
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hohuho
Points +44
Blandest vegan food I’ve had - Edit
Cute atmosphere, great coffee drinks, but ordered three different breakfast entrees and was definitely disappointed. Tofu scramble and tots were bland, which isn’t great sign when that’s the base of your dishes. I’m not picky whatsoever: this is the first vegan restaurant I’ve been to of probably 30 that I didn’t like, and it didn’t come close to living up to the hype it gets.
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poobear24
Points +28
Amazing - Edit
The food was amazing and the people where so friendly. Highly recommend.
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JunkFoodVeganologist
Points +852
Classic diner experience and even better that it's all vegan - Edit
Food was well prepared, large portions, and staff was friendly. Stopping by again next time I'm in Philly
Read morePros: Great staff , Large portions , Wallet friendly
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thinkingaboutcows
Points +514
wanted to love it, missed the mark for me - Edit
i wanted to love it to support an authentic local vegan place and my experience fell a bit short:(i got the omelette and i found it to be a fairly bland flavor and it didn’t taste like an omelette or an omelette replacement at all, so it just wasn’t what i expected it to be. i would definitely go back to try other things on the menu though
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2023-06-09
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sapientia
Points +1117
Authentic Diner - Edit
Superior service, extremely clean, and variety among dishes make this an excellent choice for all vegan meals.
Read morePros: Reasonably priced, Interesting art decor
Cons: Challenging parking
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MariFe
Points +38
Great food and friendly staff - Edit
I had a waffle with “chicken” and it was absolutely delicious. Ice coffee was also quite good. Definitely recommend this place.
Read morePros: Great food, Lots of options , Friendly staff
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lovebugallie
Points +17
great biscuits ! - Edit
i get the same thing everytime because its so good- the biscuits with bacon gravy! cant speak for anything else on their menu besides that and their lattes, but would def rec both of those! i've never had a problem getting seated on a weekday after 10am, too.
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makcurtis
Points +1109
Food meh 🫤 - Edit
I was fully prepared to love it, but unfortunately, The Tasty fell flat for me. We ordered an omelet, monte cristo, and bayou biscuits and gravy, and all were extremely under seasoned and bland. The omelet was more like a savory pancake folded over the filling. The “feta” was diced tofu that had been marinated and cooked. Okay, but definitely not feta. The gravy was very thick and tasted like chalky raw flour and not much else. Everything had to be generously seasoned with salt and pepper to be made edible.
Read moreI was so surprised because of all the rave reviews I’d read. Maybe they were having an off day?
Pros: Good espresso ☕️ , Friendly service
Cons: Food was not good :/
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DrWallaby
Points +19
Excellent Breakfast Place - Edit
Great food and excellent espresso drinks. Try the deluxe burrito as a tater tot bowl! Was suggested for a GF option and I can’t wait to get it again!
Read morePros: GF options clearly explained by staff
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