The Atmosphere and Deals
- Happy Hour Highlight: The $4 City Wide special (a local beer and a shot of liquor) is a fantastic deal and immediately puts Workhorse in the "plus" column. I believe I opted for a honey bourbon to accompany my City Wide, though my memory is a bit hazy on that detail...
- Beer: The beer is always good.
- Ordering Process- Ordering online can be tough.
The Cheesesteak
- The Good: The cheesesteak itself is "good," according to my notes. The specifics of the meat and roll aren't detailed in my initial review, but the overall impression was positive.
- The Beer Cheese Star: The real standout here is the house-made beer cheese. It comes in a dipping cup alongside the cheesesteak and some "very good" french fries. This beer cheese elevates the sandwich, adding a creamy, savory, and slightly hoppy dimension.
- Beer Mustard: They also have beer mustard.
The Missed Connection (Pretzel Disappointment)
I enthusiastically recommended the beer cheese with a pretzel to a fellow diner visiting from Chicago. Unfortunately, they were out of pretzels, a minor disappointment that highlights the potential for inconsistencies in stock.
Workhorse Brewing Company offers a good cheesesteak, significantly enhanced by their house-made beer cheese. The $4 City Wide special is a steal, and the overall atmosphere is pleasant. However, the online ordering process could use some improvement, and occasional stock issues (like the missing pretzels) can be a minor drawback. It's a solid cheesesteak option, especially if you're already planning to visit for the beer, but it might not be a destination solely for the cheesesteak itself. My love/hate relationship continues, but the beer cheese keeps pulling me back.
Rating: 3.75 out of 5 stars (Good cheesesteak, great beer cheese, some minor operational hiccups)
Recommendations:
- To Diners: Definitely try the cheesesteak with the beer cheese. If you're a pretzel fan, cross your fingers they have them in stock!
- To Workhorse: Streamline the online ordering process, and try to ensure key menu items (like pretzels with beer cheese!) are consistently available.
Address:
Workhorse Brewing Company 250 King Manor Sr King of Prussia, PA
