If you're a sandwich person like me, Taste is an absolute win. I stopped in recently to the Town Center location and grabbed the Northender sandwich for later that day and haven't stopped thinking about it since. It's loaded with honey smoked turkey, hardwood smoked bacon, Havarti, avocado, romaine, tomato, and basil mayo all on fresh French bread. Basically the perfect balance of savory, fresh, and just indulgent enough. Every bite hit. I also grabbed the Shakedown Street smoothie (banana, chocolate whey protein, peanut butter, and oat milk), and it was such a good call. It felt like a treat but still filling and energizing, especially if you're grabbing something on the go. Speaking of grab-and-go, that's one of my favorite parts about this place. There are so many options, whether you need a quick lunch, snacks for the week, or something easy to bring to a friend's house when they're hosting. It's the kind of spot that makes you look like you planned ahead, even if you didn't. Also worth mentioning: their wine selection is huge!! You could easily pop in just to pick up a bottle (or a few), and there's something for every taste and price point. And I have to shout out the pimento cheese. It is seriously so good. I could eat the entire container. Creamy, flavorful, and a must-try if you're browsing their prepared items. I usually go to the shore drive location, but I enjoyed this one as well. I will be back! read more

This location in town Center VirginiaBeach is so pretty and as the tidally pleasing. Not only is the staff warm and inviting but the two floor restaurant is as well! The sandwiches, salads and soups here never seem to miss! I walked in on a cold rainy day in high hopes of earning my spirits with a hearty bowl of soup. I couldn't decide between Brunswick Stew Stew and Chicken Pot Pir Soup. I was offered a sample of each! That made the decision even harder because they were both delicious. I opted for the Chicken Pot Pie soup because it is seasonal and the Brunswick Stew in on the daily menu. My soup came with a huge chunk of fresh bread and butter. You get the option between a French Baguette or Multigrain. I chose the Baguette and it was a perfect addition to my soup. I reccomend this fast food restaurant if you are looking for a healthy, quality meal at a decent price read more

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While Taste has expanded and popped up over Hampton Roads/CoVa, their commitment to quality remains the same. We never have a bad meal at any of the Taste locations. This particular visit was at the Virginia Beach Town Center location. It was lunch time, so it was pretty busy, but it took less than 5 minutes to receive our order once it was placed. Pretty impressive for a packed house! I got the mediterranean salmon bowl, and hubs got the Beach club. Both were delightful, as per usual. It was really tempting to pick up some prepped refrigerated sides and meals on the way out - we skipped that on this visit, but we'll surely grab and go on the next visit. read more

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I'm marking this review down to 3 because of the lackadaisical attitude of 2 of the staff. Went in within 1 hrs of closing, so maybe they had a bad shift. I should maybe be more accepting of the new employee contingent - but I'm not. The fact that EVERY ONE that comes through the door of the place you work for is supplying a part of your paycheck doesn't seem to register with them. If you don't like the job, do something about it and go find your own utopia. 1) barely a greeting. No, "have you been in before (which I had not), no "can I offer any suggestions?". Yes, the order was taken, but the vibe was meh. 2) When asked if there was a spoon in my bag to go, I got the answer from the gal walking away from me (without turning around) "yup, it's in the bread bag." Well, guess what I have to go source when I get back to my hotel - A SPOON! With all of that said, I had the crab and corn chowder - very good. I'd eat a bucket of it. Also had the Boardwalk. Also very good. This would have been at least a 4 star review, and probably close to a 5, but I refuse to look past poor attitudes when I go somewhere and spend my money. read more

In town for work and picked up a sandwich to go. Absolutely phenomenal. Fresh and great flavor. Also, generous portion. Friendly service as well. PRINCESS ANNE (V) Havarti, avocado, roasted red peppers, romaine, tomato, roasted red pepper aioli on multigrain read more

TASTE - PRINCESS ANNE (V) Havarti, avocado, roasted red peppers, romaine, tomato, roasted red pepper aioli on multigrain - Specialty Food Near Me - Virginia Beach, Virginia

I had a yummy lunch at TASTE! I got the special which was a Turkey Sandwich. It was so packed with flavor , fresh, and had generous portion of toppings. The tomatoes and lettuce were super fresh. I like the soda options. I got cream soda and a bag of salt and vinegar chips. Parking is easy, staff is friendly. This place is popular and I had to wait for a seat which was totally fine. Space is big, inviting, and peaceful. This was a cool place for a quick lunch. read more

TASTE - Goodies - Specialty Food Near Me - Virginia Beach, Virginia

It was my first time eating here and I got the Lynnhaven sandwich. My friend got the Inlet sandwich and we also shared a Chocolate Banana smoothie. The sandwiches were just okay. The actual filling was good and seemed fresh, but the bread ruined it for me and made the sandwich seem dry. The smoothie had good flavor but was chalky and not icy at all. I might come back and try some other menu items, but that might not be for a while. I did like the convenience of their grab and go stuff, though. read more

Good, ahem, taste and clever flavor combinations but unimpressive value with noticeably limited portions.

The food is consistently excellent. I've ordered from here multiple times, but this is my first review. My most recent order was a takeout order. I ordered the Korean chicken wrap. It was messy, but very flavorful! I didn't much care about the mess. Perfect flavor, perfect crunch. Wonderful addition to the menu. read more

TASTE - Korean chicken wrap - Specialty Food Near Me - Virginia Beach, Virginia

Stopped by on my lunch break. The service was very quick and friendly for a Friday. The place was loud but it seemed like I missed the rush. I ordered the Inlet Sandwich with a Diet Coke. I asked for take out and when walking out to leave I noticed the outside seating was completely open. I couldn't pass up a beautiful day since I work in an office. Plus, people watching is always fun in town center. My sandwich was mouth watering. Absolutely perfect. I highly recommend this Taste location. I will be back. read more

TASTE - Inlet sandwich - Specialty Food Near Me - Virginia Beach, Virginia

The absolute best lunch spot in Virginia Beach! Great sandwiches, sodas, & dips/sauces! The beach club is my favorite, and the pimento cheese dip. Highly recommend, a "must do" for visitors. Every TASTE has a different vibe, but all of them cozy, bright, and clean. The staff is great and they let you customize sandwiches! read more

Quick service and delicious sandwich. I got the NORTHENDER, it was delicious. The bread was so fluffy. Great place for a casual quick bite. read more

TASTE - NORTHENDER - Specialty Food Near Me - Virginia Beach, Virginia

I had the Turkey with provolone cheese. It was excellent, the bread was soft and fresh. I highly recommended this place. Service was good and ambiance very inviting. read more

Greeted with a warm welcome. The person taking my order was helpful and patient. Offered some gluten free options when I told her my preference. Ordered a salad. Food came quickly. I chose to dine in and found a seat upstairs. The salad had crisp lettuce and great taste. The only drawback is that it was loud in there. read more

Taste is my favorite place! I love the restaurant. It looks beautiful. The staff is very helpful and friendly and I have never had a bad sandwich there, love it! read more

I've been to Taste a few times, but we just stopped here for lunch on our way down to OBX! Tons of outdoor and indoor seating options. I added banana peppers to the north ender & got some roasted red pepper aioli on the side and it was delicious!! Great spot to grab a quick sandwich / salad. The boylan bottling fountain sodas are a fun touch. The cookies looked great, and they also offer wine / beer, frozen crab artichoke dip, pasta salads and more. read more

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I really like this Town Center TASTE location. It's open and airy and looks like a NYC loft with high ceilings and exposed pipes/rafters. Same great menu and good location with plenty of nearby free parking in the garages or on one of the streets if you can snag one. We had an easy late dinner here before close one night and the Brunswick Stew was on point like always - theirs is the absolute best. I love their brewed teas and the Northender Sandwich is my go-to every time. Lots of simple grab and go items if you work nearby or need to grab something to go quickly. Noms! Great new addition to the TASTE empire. read more

Great sandwiches! Peter's pick is always something to look forward to. Great deli with some local items

The bread here is delicious. We had two sandwiches - one on whole grain and one on French bread. I'll say it again - delicious bread! But the fillings were not. Just processed lunchmeat - not any fresh roasted turkey. I pulled it out and ate my sandwich with the vegetables. AND - way too much dressing!! Really disappointing thinking of how good it could be. read more

Local, fresh, healthy options. This location is closest to me and I was impressed. Parking isn't ideal, but that's everything in Town Center. When I walked in, I immediately loved their selection of local and hand-selected craft items that they have to offer. They have a nice alcohol and wine selection and many speciality foods. I took a few things home and everything was great. Atmosphere is great, lots of seating indoor or outdoors. Menu is decently big, mostly salads and sandwiches. I went with the Freemason, which was really good. Chicken salad, bacon and veg on multi-grain. I would definitely order it again. Their Peter's Picks also look really good. read more

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We sat outside and enjoyed the sun and had two great salads and a smoothie. The food came out quick and was fresh. Good experience overall

A great quick lunch spot offering healthy choices of soups, salads, and sandwiches. Located in the Town center, this is a great place to study or work and enjoy good eats. They have a nice variety of grab and go meals. Taste also also carries a nice collection of drink in the refrigerated section. The food is fresh, healthy and reasonably priced. The staff is friendly and helpful. Loved the decor and ambience of this place. Will be back again to try other things of their menu. read more

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Consistently good. Gluten free bread is a mess though. Good food, good vibe. They have a great rewards program.

Had one of the best salads I've ever had !! Soo delicious and fresh and filling . Service is great and selection is wide !! read more

TASTE - Goat chesse and chicken salad !!! - Specialty Food Near Me - Virginia Beach, Virginia

I've always driven past other locations of Taste, so I'm glad I was able to try this location that is way closer to me. Beautiful inside that is super bright and clean. I had opted for curbside pickup, but there is only 1-2 spots available and I literally had to go around the block 5 times to still not be able to park there! I ended up parking down the street and going inside. With going inside, I will say your pickup order is literally not ready until the exact time of pickup (I was a bit early) so keep that in mind though it might've been a busy day. I opted to build my own sandwich on a croissant. I really enjoyed! The croissant was extra flaky that I wish it was a bit softer but there was a quite a lot of turkey so thank you! Also interesting their condiment containers are compostable. read more

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Great atmosphere & service. Love the rewards program (like free things) and the sandwiches are delicious. Personally love the Bayville Farms Sammie with the house dressing. Can't go wrong with any of them though. Great grab and go options too. read more

Gosh, I have no idea why this location has such low reviews. My recent experience here was excellent. I ordered online for curbside pick-up -- two sandwiches to take lunch to a friend. I got the Bayville Farms which I customized with balsamic dressing instead of the french and added tomato and lettuce to it. I did ask for it to be warmed, which they didn't actually do -- so that was probably the biggest downer. The bread, meat and dressing were all delicious together though, so I can't complain too much. My friend got the Tidewater, which she said was delicious and one of her favorites. The best part was that when I drove up, I asked if they had any sugar cookies in stock. They didn't have them listed online, but they had some and were able to amend my order to include them on the fly. That was excellent. From order time to pick up was as quoted, I didn't have to get out of my car, and overall it was an easy breezy experience. I'd recommend trying the sandwiches here if you haven't already! read more

I looove TASTE!! If I'm out with a friend who hasn't stopped by here before, I always bring them. They never disappoint!! I just started Yelping so I can finally write a review with pictures. TASTE is a wonderful local chain of cafés that feature sandwiches and salads made with locally sourced, fresh ingredients. Their breads, meats, veggies, and other ingredients are all fresh, locally, and responsibly sourced and crafted. The staff are always so nice, and even when the place is packed, food gets out quick. Today, when I snapped these pics, I went out with my bestie to the Town Center location. I got my usual Inlet, add avocado, and she got the Chicken Caesar salad. I just love the Inlet, which features their delicious, fresh, juicy tomatoes and mozzarella. There's also basil, basil mayo, and balsamic vinaigrette. This simple sandwich never fails to wow me. The fresh bread and quality ingredients are a fantastic combination. I also can never resist their Strawberry Cheesecake, and sometimes even grab an extra one to take home for later. It is so deliciously rich. My friend is more of a fan of TASTE's salads. Served with fresh bread, they offer a hearty portion of greens and plenty of protein, shaved cheeses, and dressing with the Chicken Caesar option. Additionally, TASTE offers a wide selection of chips, desserts, and craft sodas to pair with your sandwich. There's something for every set of tastebuds. On top of that, inside the café is a shop with gourmet food items like candy and nuts, and a large wine selection. What isn't to love?! Stop by any one of TASTE's restaurants for a delicious lunch as soon as you can!! You will not regret it. And at this point, it's the same price if not cheaper than Subway... but with fresh, local ingredients, and MUCH tastier!! read more

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Nice store in a convenient location. Free parking close by. Plenty of wine choices to choose from, and a nice variety of snacks to choose from, as well. Plenty of inside seating, too. Check them out! read more

Finally had a chance to try TASTE. We have past each of their locations and finally stopped at their Town Center location. They had shaded seating, which was perfect for our two pups. I had the Boardwalk sandwich was great. Their house dressing on it made the sandwich. The bread ends are a great deal. Perfect to snack on later or give your hungry dog. Can't wait to try their other locations. read more

great food and definitely tastes fresh! love the little market ambiance and pricing isn't bad for real food that isn't packed full of preservatives. read more

Taste is an excellent lunch spot! I love that this one recently opened in town center! It is such a convenient location. There's street parking and free parking decks close by. Their sandwiches are fantastic. The bread and all of the ingredients are extremely fresh. They have a ton of options and the ability to create your own sandwich. Inside is extremely clean and the staff was very friendly. They also have a large variety of grab and go sandwiches and salads for a quick pick up. Highly recommend for a great lunch spot. read more

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This is got to be the freshest Cobb salad I've ever had it's very delicious I would recommend it to anybody Who enjoys a great salad read more

TASTE - Cobb salad - Specialty Food Near Me - Virginia Beach, Virginia

Came here with my husband today. We both got sandwiches and it was delicious as always. I got a combo - their soda is delicious and love that they have the good ice. IYKYK. My husband has never been but he's been raving about it all day. He got extra protein, and it was a good hearty amount. Portion sizes were good. Staff super friendly. Only downside was that it was about $50 for the both of us. A little pricier than what I remember. read more

I am so happy they put a Taste in my area, it is one of my favorite sandwich spots. I've been to this location twice since it's opened and I love it! It very big with lots of natural lighting. This one has two floors and a separate bar which is very cool. My favorite sandwich is the Lynnhaven. I've also had the Roasted red pepper and Gouda soup as well as the Chicken Caesar salad, all have been delicious. Next time I think I will dine in and try a wine flight. To sum it up I'm very happy that there is one in my area and will definitely be a regular. read more

TASTE - Inside - Specialty Food Near Me - Virginia Beach, Virginia

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Great healthy sandwich spot in VB with an open, airy atmosphere. They have a large variety of sandwiches that would appease meat lovers and vegetarians alike. My favorite is the Princess Anne, but I've also tried the Northender which has turkey and is pretty good. The demographic is very "VB" if you know what I mean, but the food is really good and since there are so many flavors for the sandwiches, it's never boring. I want to try their lavender lemon cake which looks pretty good and is sweetened with agave (yay for natural sugar!) Quiiick protip if you go to the cold bar on the left of the registers you'll see some salads and sandwiches - these are usually made beforehand and are $1 off. I can't say too much about customer service as it hasn't been particularly great, or bad, but they definitely get busy around lunchtime. read more

I we have been going to this place for years now. Im not sure what happened to their quality control. This is what my husband found in his beach club sandwich.... MAGGOT!!!!!!!! ALIVE!!!!!! read more

TASTE - MAGGOT - Specialty Food Near Me - Virginia Beach, Virginia

I enjoy this location. Plenty of seating and free garage parking. Food is always fresh and the bread if fantastic. The Inlet is my favorite! Their pb and j is also good! read more

TASTE - There's a rewards program, too. - Specialty Food Near Me - Virginia Beach, Virginia

everything was good. what got me was the plastic in my sandwich. i was taking my sandwich apart and found a piece of it.. being in the food industry myself, make sure u check and see if everything's good before sending it off. read more

TASTE is a fantastic lunch spot. Though sandwiches are made to order, service is quick and friendly. I had the Lynnhaven and I was sad when I ate the last bite. I enjoyed the shop while waiting and I brought home some amazing local peanuts. If you're in the area, give this place a shot. You won't be disappointed! read more