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Don’t feel like making a lot of choices? Opt for one of the specialty cheesesteak combinations, like one with shaved beef, garlicky spinach, grilled onions, and provolone. Photograph by Andrew Propp.
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A “wedge’d” green salad looks nearly as hearty as a cheesesteak with bacon, crumbled blue cheese, and creamy blue cheese dressing. Photograph by Andrew Propp.
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Dine in at Taylor Charles and you can check out the graffitied interior. Photograph by Andrew Propp.
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Playful sides include truffled cheesesteak spring rolls and “Taylor’s balls,” crispy cheese fritters served with Dijon-horseradish dipping sauce. Photograph by Andrew Propp.
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The namesake Italian water ice—the lemon is pictured here— is a refreshing accompaniment to a sandwich. Photograph by Andrew Propp.
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Taylor Charles Steak & Ice opens at 11 AM on Wednesday, December 12. Photograph by Andrew Propp.