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    Alpen Rose

    4.4 (368 reviews)
    Ultra High-EndSteakhouses, Seafood
    Closed 5:00 pm - 11:00 PM
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    Intimate
    Classy
    Upscale
    Dressy

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    Tre F.

    I'm begging you not to go to Alpen Rose. Not because it isn't incredible, but I want it all to myself. This place feels like a secret you're not supposed to tell. Cozy, speakeasy vibes, zero pretension, and service that makes you feel like you've been coming here for years. We started with the bread and bacon. The bacon was absurdly good (how is bacon that good?). The bread was basically a warm cloud with a golden crust. Then the beef Wellington. Sorry, Gordon,but this is the best beef Wellington I've ever had in my life. My favorite restaurant in the city. Top five on the planet. Please respect my wishes and stay away... unless you're bringing me with you.

    Bone Marrow Toast
    Liz R.

    BELIEVE THE HYPE! I attempted to make a reservation here about a month in advance for my boyfriend's birthday and I had no luck...I quickly learned that trying to get into Alpen Rose was possibly harder than getting into an Ivy League school, but I opted to be put on a waiting list and to receive notifications via "RESY" if any reservations were canceled and it was sort of like the universe had my back because we had the first snow storm of the season on my boyfriend's birthday and there were a few cancelations so I was able to secure a table at the exact time we hoped for!!! This is truly a VIP experience from start to finish. No signage outside of the restaurant ... you must ring a bell and tell whomever opens the sliding wood panel on the door your name and should you have a reservation you're let right in, and should you not have one, you're unfortunately turned away as the restaurant only has 12 tables and 4 bar seats, all of which require reservations. Service is top notch from the moment you walk in to the moment you walk out. And when you walk in you're blown away by the literal and figurative warmth of the restaurant as it's like you're transported back in time into what would be the perfect ambiance for a romantic dinner in a romance novel ... woodwork and chandeliers for days ... cozy plush leather seating ... fire burning grill in the kitchen ... literally the perfect ambiance! We ordered a few cocktails which were made to order and absolutely delicious! I went with the Number 30 and the Number 35 and recommend both. My boyfriend went with their Old Fashioned which he said was one of the best he's had. Bone Marrow Toast, Prawns and Hot Rolls were what we ordered for appetizers and the Dry Aged Strip and Dry Aged Ribeye with Creamed Spinach and the Potato Pancake Stack (that's not the real l name but can't remember what it was actually called lol) was what we ordered for entrees and can I just say that our tastebuds were honestly being seduced because this was some of the most special food we've had in a really long while ... like 5 star special! OMG! And our server who was top notch ended our dinner with surprise Raspberry Sorbet and Mini Pumpkin Pies with candles in them for my boyfriend's birthday! Absolutely 100% worth the hype and every penny! We will be back! Even if we have to make the reservation now for June 2026

    Bone marrow, onion rings and sirloin steak
    Holly A.

    Food service ambience fantastic! Bone marrow is a super hilight and yeh service was impeccable! Such a great steak house! We loved it!

    Beautiful inside
    Vanessa N.

    This was probably one of the best meals I've had in my life. This restaurant is beyond beautiful, but the food was also incredible! The beef Wellington especially was 100/10. The staff went above and beyond as well to make sure we had a perfect anniversary celebration. The sparkler in our cake was such a cute touch! If you're looking for the ultimate date night spot that looks like it's out of a fairytale- look no further.

    Pineapple Upside Alaskan Cake
    Nik K.

    We were looking for a place to celebrate a special event and had seen Alpen Rose when dining outside at El Vez. So, we decided to try and snag a 5:00 pm reservation for a Monday. Sounds easy, right?! Well, the only reservation available for that day was at 8:30 pm. However, I set my Resy to alert me for an earlier option if something opened up. After a week or so, I got an alert for a 5:00 pm reservation and I immediately jumped on it. We arrived at 5:00 pm and rang the doorbell as instructed in other reviews. We were greeted immediately and then sat at a beautiful corner booth. We were so happy to have the extra space after seeing how quaint and cozy the restaurant is. Our waiter greeted us with a smile and charm. We ordered our drinks , which were labeled by number. One resembled an old fashioned and the other reminded me of something I would sip on while enjoying a lovely ocean breeze in the Caribbean. :) For food, we chose the Oysters Rockefeller (a first for us) for an app. Ribeye and NY strip with potato pave (another first) + asparagus for our entrees (and sides). We tried to go with as many "firsts" as we could since we were celebrating. The Oysters Rockefeller arrived, the dish consisted of 5 baked oysters that were nicely decorated with an even amount spinach and cheese that didn't over power the taste of the oyster. I also tasted a hint of lemon, which elevated the entire appetizer. I absolutely LOVED the it and so did my partner. Next our entrees arrived with the sides. My NY strip was massive (18 oz). I cut a piece of the potato pave and scooped some of the sour cream that was on the side. The potato pave reminded me of a Parmesan crusted potato dish with soft potato center that paired perfectly with the sour cream side. The asparagus contained grated Parmesan and it was absolutely divine. I couldn't get enough of everything on my plate. My partner raved about his ribeye and managed to finish the entire dish. We barely saved room for dessert, but felt we couldn't complete our full dining experience without dessert. So, we decided to try the upside down pineapple Alaskan cake for dessert. It was a rum cake with a pineapple compote and sherbet filling. I melted upon trying the first bite. The dessert was fluffy with nice tang from the sherbet that complimented the pineapple rum cake. We absolutely loved our celebratory dinner at Alpen Rose and would like to thank the restaurant and its staff for a fantastic dining experience. We will find another excuse to return and celebrate an even again soon.

    Ribeye (Bone-In)
    Brittany G.

    This place is beautiful! A small, quaint restaurant where you have to ring the bell to be let in. I thought that was so adorable. Immediately upon being seated we were greeted by our amazing waiter. He was attentive, helpful, and efficient. I came here for a birthday and they added a sparkler into the dessert for the birthday girl. Loved that. Now onto the food. The steaks were cooked to perfection and a nice thick quality, but needed a touch bit of seasoning more for me. The creamed spinach was spectacular! Great steak place if you're looking for one!

    Dry Aged 1/2 Rohan Duck
    Andrew T.

    Alpen Rose is my favorite restaurant in Philly. The service is always impeccable here and the vibes are always on point. Be sure to make a reservation when you come as the place is on the smaller side. You can't go wrong with most of the items on the menu. My favorites are the duck, porterhouse steak, bone marrow toast, wedge salad - get it chopped!

    Ribeye (Bone-In)
    Janese F.

    Came here for my birthday, and to get in, you have to ring a bell. When you walk in, it's a small restaurant with a cozy atmosphere. The ambiance was lovely, dim lighting gave it an intimate feel. We were seated right away, and our server was very attentive, answering all of our questions. The rolls were incredibly soft and airy. The creamy spinach was good, though it could've used just a pinch of salt. The bone-in ribeye was cooked to perfection, though I added a little salt to enhance the flavor. For dessert, I ordered the chocolate cake. It was moist and delicious. Overall, it was a great experience!

    Steak was 10/10. Perfection!
    Pete L.

    This dining experience was probably the best I had. Had reservations a month ahead of time. Luckily someone cancelled and we got an earlier reservation. The setting was nice, a rustic library feel. Servers were amazing. We got the tomahawk steak and it was worth every penny. The drinks were on point. Had one of the best old fashions. Sides were great. Ordered way too much so had to pack it up. This is a must dining experience and should be one everyone's bucket list.

    Bone Marrow Toast
    Amelia C.

    Bone marrow toast is a must try! One of the best things I've eaten. The beef cheek on the toast is tender and so well seasoned. That on the toast itself is already amazing without the bone marrow. To me, the bone marrow wasn't even needed! Just the braised beef cheek on the extremely buttery toast was already an amazing dish. The cocktails were very good, we tried three. No 112 was the best tasting one! Light and refreshing. Service was great. Staff were all friendly. The dried aged porterhouse was cooked to exactly how we liked it. Loved that it was a little charred on the outside to give the steak a crust. The potato pavé is a must try- crisp on the outside, moist on the inside. Roasted Asparagus with the salsa verde sauce was perfect. The only thing that did not go as planned was that my boyfriend called the restaurant ahead of time to ask for a dessert to be brought out for my birthday... but this did not happen. They must have forgotten about the request.

    Sophea S.

    Alpen Rose has been on my bucket list for years, and I finally got to experience it when a friend brought me here for my birthday. I was absolutely blown away. The space has this intimate, vintage library vibe that makes it feel like you've stepped into a secret world--warm lighting, shelves of old books, and a quiet elegance that sets the perfect mood. The food was nothing short of spectacular. The steak was perfectly cooked and full of flavor, but the real standout was the lobster linguine. Rich, buttery, and loaded with lobster--it was easily one of the best pasta dishes I've had in Philly. Service was just as memorable--attentive, kind, and genuinely thoughtful. They made my birthday feel incredibly special, and I'm already looking forward to my next visit.

    Kaitlyn T.

    This was my second time dining at Alpen Rose. We've always had a good experience. This time, I was in a mood for duck and was satisfied with my 1/2 Duck. It was a great portion and the duck was cooked very well. The Mac and cheese is a must have. I don't usually opt for baked mac and cheese but I like the Mac and cheese here. Food and vibes were top notch. We were celebrating our anniversary and got some raspberry sorbet for dessert. Only cons is that it's difficult to get reservation and the tables are super close to each other.

    Baked Alaska and Apple Pie A la Mode
    Jennifer S.

    When I say this deserved EVERY SINGLE STAR and more, I mean it. My husband surprised me with reservations for my 40th birthday. I was so excited because I know they're hard to come by and I had been stalking the Alpen Rose socials for years. Upon arriving at the restaurant, we rang the doorbell. A host peeked their head out and warmly greeted us before whisking us into the restaurant and to our seats. The ambience reminded me of my grandmothers home, with built in shelves housing a library of books, brick walls, and gold framed art on the walls. The lighting is cozy romantic. The vibes seem like theyd be pretentious but are instead comforting and warm like a hug from a long lost relative. We started with cocktails, a Hugo spritz for me and a smoked old fashioned for him. My drink wasn't prepared the way I traditionally have it, but it wasn't on the menu and it was still good, so I was pleased. We ordered the clover bread, which was a warm crusty clover shaped "loaf" bread served with a honey butter. It was equal parts sweet and savory. We followed this with the Caesar salad, which was simple but delicious with what seemed like a homemade Caesar dressing. The bone marrow toast was next, with succulent and flavorful beef cheeks over buttery golden toast. We spread the bone marrow on top for a melt in our mouth experience. We split the ribeye with the brussels sprouts and potato pave since we indulged so much beforehand, and planned for dessert. The ribeye was perfectly cooked and served with roasted garlic. The potato was exactly as I imagined it would be, somehow both crispy and soft. For dessert we went all the way and tried the pineapple upside down baked Alaska and the pie, which was an apple pie with browned butter crust. We both agreed we couldn't select a favorite. The baked Alaska had so many flavors and textures, with a chewy pineapple "crust", a cherry sorbet center, and the traditional meringue. The pie was a rustic apple delight served warm with vanilla ice cream. I have been bragging to everyone about how wonderful this experience was and I cannot wait to come back!

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    Ask the Community - Alpen Rose

    Is this place wheelchair accessible?

    I'm sure they may say they are but honestly, they have a tight floor plan. There is not a lot of room between tables. This is just my opinion. I can not say what special accommodations they may make.

    Are vaccinations still required as of Feb 2022?

    No. And please ignore Michelle C.

    How is this restaurant handling COVID guidelines? It looks like a smaller intimate restaurant, are the tables spaced well apart? Thanks!

    Hi Kerri! Thank you for your inquiry. We follow all covid related restaurant guidelines that have been set in the city. We are definitely a small restaurant, and where 6 foot spacing might not be an option, we have installed plexiglass safety… Read more

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