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Luppolo Station’s cheese steak earns raves for its perfectly melted, savory richness, while the overall vibe is one of hearty, unpretentious comfort that satisfies deeply.
“This is a Philly cheese steak with a more Italian twist, thanks to the provolone they chose. It's beautifully dirty — in a positive sense. The bread is very soft, I think it's the same artisan potato roll as the Smash. You get a nice spicy kick from the jalapeño, but it's well balanced with the abundance of shredded beef. The onions add texture. It works just as well as the Smash, honestly. I've had better Philly cheese steaks elsewhere, but this one is solid.”
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Luppolo Station is a beloved pub in Rome known for its high-quality craft beers and delicious food.
Dishes mentioned
Crocchette di Pulled Pork
These pulled pork croquettes are a must for me every time I come here. They're well fried, not greasy at all — you don't get that oil taste. I eat them without any sauce, maybe just a bit of barbecue, but they're already marinated with pulled pork so the flavor is there. They're satisfying, crunchy, and go perfectly with a sip of beer to cut through.
Smash Burger
This Smash Burger is seriously underrated — nobody talks about it enough, but it's amazing. The potato roll is a bit firmer than Martin's, which is good because it doesn't fall apart while eating. The double beef smash is juicy, you can see the meat juices, no myoglobin issues from badly thawed meat. The bacon is incredibly crunchy, placed both on the bottom and top — a bacon overload. The sauce is simple, crowd-pleasing, nothing wow but it works. Honestly, this is better than many places that specialize in smash burgers and do them mediocre. It's simple but so satisfying, every element works perfectly together.
Fried Chicken
I was a bit surprised by this one. The breading is super crunchy — like a potato chip — and there's a lot of it. The marinade has an almost ethnic, curry-like flavor I wasn't expecting, which is interesting but not really my thing. The chicken itself is a bit too dry for my taste, even though it's thigh meat. The pickles and coleslaw are nice and fresh, making it feel lighter than the other sandwiches. Between the three, this one convinced me the least. It's good, but the other two were better.
Cheese Steak
This is a Philly cheese steak with a more Italian twist, thanks to the provolone they chose. It's beautifully dirty — in a positive sense. The bread is very soft, I think it's the same artisan potato roll as the Smash. You get a nice spicy kick from the jalapeño, but it's well balanced with the abundance of shredded beef. The onions add texture. It works just as well as the Smash, honestly. I've had better Philly cheese steaks elsewhere, but this one is solid.
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