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I love, love, love this restaurant! These are the best tapas I have ever had and the service absolutely exceptional. I plan to come here on a regular basis ! I highly recommend coming to this res when you are in Philly!
Enjoyed my happy hour tapas experience here. Opted for the bar to try some of favorite tapas, tortilla, shishito peppers, and the garlic shrimp. The tortilla was the best, shishito peppers were nicely charred with crunchy finishing salt. Shrimp were good, about 6 to an order but a tad overcooked for me. Happy hour red sangria was tasty with plenty of freshly chopped fruit. Bartender offered efficient pleasant service. Dining room was filling up despite the early dining hour. Amada has been on must try list since it was closed for holidays last year when I had visited the city. So glad it was open, a delicious meal that exceeded expectations. Gracias!
78/100 Amada is certainly a good date night restaurant with its polished interior, small bites, and intimate lighting. However I found it to be unsuitable to dining with a large group due to it being very loud and crowded. I'd recommend the tasting set if you want to be full when you leave without breaking the bank. --- I dined at Amada on Friday night with a party of 8. Typical of a Friday night in Philly, Amada was packed. It was incredibly loud, which meant you couldn't hear anyone past those seated directly next to you. Our server, Alexander, was excellent. Since the whole restaurant was fully seated, service was a little slow (2 hours for our meal-not tasting menu), but his attitude and friendliness were exceptional. The tapas (small bites) are meant to be shared, meaning it will come out at different times if you all order individually. The staff plated nuts separately so that we could still share while being mindful of our party's dietary restriction. We ordered numerous tapas try for the table: (1) chorizo Bilbao, (2) piquillos (crab-stuffed peppers), (3) tortilla española (Spanish omelette), (4) espãrragos blancos (asparagus), (5) pimientos de padrõn (shishito peppers), (6) setas (mushrooms), (7) torreznos (crispy pork belly), and (8) chicken skewers. Overall, everything came out smaller than we expected for the price. (Not too upset since it's a $$$/$$$$ restaurant.) The flavor of every dish was tasty, if not all a bit salty. The standouts for us were the: (2) piquillos, (3) tortilla española, and (8) chicken skewers. I really enjoyed the crab filling of the piquillos, the balance of flavors in the tortilla, and the juiciness of the chicken. In the end, we racked up quite a bill and were still hungry afterwards. Personally, Amada is out my price range, but everything was quite flavorful. For others, I would recommend dining at Amada with smaller parties (6 or less) to accommodate the loud ambiance. Amada is definitely better suited for a romantic date spot or small gathering. For better value, the tasting set may make more sense.
I did a tour around Philly and decided to pop in here for happy hour and I was pleasantly surprised by how good everything was. The atmosphere is dimly lit and romantic, as I was eating alone I sat at the bar. There were plenty of seating available so that was a plus for me Service was quick and attentive Garlic shrimp: 4/5, loved it! I love the garlic flavor of shrimp which was cooked to perfection. Chicken skewers: 4/5, loved! The chicken was moist and packed with flavor. I enjoyed my meal here and my overall experience
How do I rate this place, first I'll say the atmosphere is great, it had a warm and welcoming feeling. For tapas we had the salmon, croquetas de Jamon, and Pinchos de pollo, the Pinchos were very good, croquetas were not so good, and salmon was just ok. For drinks we had the white sangria (don't order it, this is just cheap wine with a few pieces of fruit in it), the Mojito (awesome), the old fashioned (really well made). Finally for the main dish we decided on the paella Valenciana. Really bad decision, it was one of the worst paella's I've ever had, actually no, it was the worse paella I've ever had. They earn gold on "worse paella". If you've ever had Spanish or Portuguese food and you enjoyed it, this place isn't for you. If you've never had it, don't try this place because this shouldn't be your point of reference as to what Iberian food should taste like. I know, I didn't mention service, it was okay. Overall, and this is hard for me, because I really wanted to like this place, this place gets a 3 for food, a 6 for drinks and some appetizers.
I was excited to visit Amara for restaurant week! Having multiple courses and being at a tapas place allowed us to try a full range of the menu! It was a prefix menu, but there were options for everyone! Some of our favorites were the Brussels and manchego. Things we would not order again- short rib which sadly lacked flavor and the octopus was delicious but there was barley a half of a tentacle on the plate. Didn't have a wide selection of wine by the glass. They definitely promote buying by the bottle. Service was good but I wish we got new plates for each course!
Went to Amada for restaurant week and unfortunately didn't have a very good experience. For starters our waiter had an extremely unpleasant attitude and was rushing us from the moment we sat down. She removed plates from our table while we were in the middle of eating. The calamari was their best item. Chorizo was inedible and tortilla española was extremely salty. The salmon was great until a couple bites in we discover a long blonde hair in the middle of the dish (mind you none of us have long blonde hair lol). We pointed this out to our server who did not apologize. The only thing she said was "want another?" We said no as we felt quite nauseous thinking about the hair and she just took the dish and walked away. They continued to bring the rest of the dishes we ordered but at this point you can't enjoy the meal when all you're thinking about is the long hair you just found in your food. Still no acknowledgment or apology from the waiter. When she brought the check out she said she removed the salmon which is the only reason Im giving 2 stars. We thanked her and left. It's not about the price it's about the principle. We were very disappointed with the service and the lack of a response right when we discovered the hair. An appropriate response would be "We sincerely apologize for this and we will let our chef / manager know" Wouldn't recommend. Servers are not very professional and quality of food is low.
Tasty food for what we got! For the price point, I wish the portions were bigger. The ambiance of the place was amazing, it's a nice place to grab a drink. We do wish the service was better. We didn't get our waiter to come by until an hour after getting seated and by the time we placed our food orders, it was last call for food, so we couldn't order more despite wanting more food.
Remember the time you went to The Melting pot just to have chocolate fondue and cocktails? Wait... that was me. This place reminds me of that. Go for the amazing cocktails- all of them - especially the ones with Sherry or Vermouth. And the desserts- all 3 of them. Pairing the quince Crusta with the paprika-sugar rim and the Arroz con leche with crispy puffed rice on top was chef's kiss. If you have to have proper sustenance first, get the stuffed dates: Dátiles--Medjool dates stuffed with ground almonds, wrapped in bacon, and served over a warm bleu cheese fondue. Maybe 2 orders. Perfect for date night or a weeknight indulgence. Thank me later!
The flavor, presentation, and quality of all the dishes we had were fantastic. I was most impressed with the asparagus and salmon with the amount of flavor they had. Our waitress was so sweet and patient - really kind staff. The ambiance was moody, warm, and elevated. I would come back for a special occasion!
Such good food and ambiance. I just came back from Barcelona in January and this took me back a bit. Our drinks were potent. Food came out quick and with lots of flavor. Everything was delicious. I wanted to try everything after having a few things. Staff were nice and inviting. I surely want to return.
long time amada goer here. recently they added and changed a few things so I thought i'd give some input. as usual the service, and ambience was impeccable. I am vegetarian, so here are my thoughts on the new items. Ensalade Verde: is the absolute best salad in the city. in the country even. absolute must get. it's big, however me and my sister still refuse to split it. definitely shareable though if you're not as greedy. Patatas Bravas: slightly different iteration than their past one. I think it's actually better. you get more potato's, more sauce, and the sauce just tastes slightly better but who knows. always ordered when we go Brussels Catalana: technically there is blue cheese in this, however, I am a certified blue cheese hater and I had no idea. so don't be turned off by that. first time having this dish and it was solid. good portion, well coated, right texture. will get again Pimientos De Pardon: shishito peppers were good, decent amount of them. I think everyone had three and we had 4 people. wouldn't get again just because there are other things more worth it but still great. Unknown Cauliflower dish: i'm not seeing it on the menu, so maybe it was just removed, but it was essentially a cauliflower gratin dish. I wouldn't get again. it was good, but lacked salt and was basically just a cauliflower in some heavy cream with a tiny amount of bread crumbs. Valenciana Paella: this has meat in it obviously, but I did eat around the pieces. if you're vegetarian and don't mind your food touching the meat, it's very easy to pick around. all the meat pieces are medium sized. This was very good, the rice was amazing, the watercress was so good. presentation was great. worth the time and money especially if you eat meat Ganache de Chocolate: pretty good. honestly interested in trying the rice pudding next. or just ordering another patatas bravas for dessert. shareable between two people. Passion fruit mocktail: MUST GET for all non drinkers! expensive? yes. worth it? yes. taste is great and it's also a nice thing to have if you're with others who drink and don't want to be left out. it's set up just like an alcoholic drink would be.
Amada is Chef Garces' iconic first restaurant. When searching for a romantic dinner location during our weekend away in Philadelphia, we searched no further than Amada. Entering the rustic industrial space one is immediately nestled in a warm and sexy ambiance. This tapas style restaurant offers a plethora of delicious bites expertly prepared and complemented by vast wine and cocktail selections . We chose The Estrella and Pain & Glory cocktails to start. The Estrella is a vodka based drink mixed with St. Germain, lemon, blueberry and finished with club soda. The P&G is a habanero tequila based drink blended with agave, lime and fresh apples. Both were a wonderful pairing with our tapas selections. We began with Gambas al Ajillo and the Bruselas Catalana. The shrimp were plump, perfectly cooked and steeped in a rich and flavorful garlic sauce that offered a slight hint of smoky heat. The Brussels were like none I have ever tried and probably the best I've ever had, and I am a frequent Brussels eater! They are enveloped in a Valdeon fondue then sprinkled with pine nuts and tart green apple. A marriage of flavors absolutely made in heaven! Last we culminated our meal with the Entrecote, a thinly sliced Wagyu Skirt Steak served with a bright and herbaceous chimichurri and a petite Salmon filet served with a Saffron Vinaigrette. The steak was beautifully marbled and the preparation highlighted the natural rich flavor of the meat. The salmon skin was seared to perfection and the filet was moist, juicy and seasoned to perfection. Overall, Amada is a MUST when in the Philly area. Chef Garces' first concept is truly first rate!! You will not be disappointed!!
I came to Amada for lunch during restaurant week and it's certainly a steal! The restaurant does a great job at adhering to COVID measures. The staff are always wearing masks and gloves and the menu is accessible via QR code. The tables are pretty spaced out, but since it's outdoors there's limited seating. Make sure to have a reservation beforehand! I'd recommend coming for lunch during restaurant week; it's $20 in comparison to $35 for dinner. Amada is a Spanish tapas restaurant and you choose one appetizer, two entrees, and one dessert from a prix fix menu. The menu is pretty extensive and if you come with a group of people, my suggestion is to order a bunch of different tapas so you can try more dishes! I got the Pimientos de Padrón, Entrecôte (hanger steak), Prawns, and the Pasteles de Chocolate (chocolate cream puffs). If you're a fan of green peppers, you'll love the Pimientos de Padrón. The Entrecôte and Prawns were small portions but both tasted so fresh. The cream puffs weren't mind blowing but I enjoyed them. My friends got the cheesecake and I'd recommend that over the cream puffs. TLDR: Great service, friendly staff, and very fresh tapas styled food that makes for a fun meal. read more
3 years ago
The service was very good. The ambiance was nice, but a little too dim for me. We were seated by the bar because we did not make reservation. The seating was a little tall for petite me. We opted for the chef selection because we did know what to choose. There was a lot of food. read more
6 years ago
Amada is great! We went for restaurant week lunch, and for just $20 per person getting this variety of food was an awesome deal. We ordered garlic shrimp and tortilla española for appetizers, lamb meatballs/prawns/chorizo/crab stuffed peppers for mains, and the cheesecake and chocolate cream puffs for dessert. We also got a white and red sangria. Notable favorites of ours included the crab stuffed peppers (10/10 -- my picture doesn't do it justice, it was truly lush in texture and flavor), both desserts (passion fruit curd was a star in the cheesecake, but if I could only order 1 dessert I would get the chocolate puffs -- the dark chocolate inside is light but decadent), and the white sangria (very light, sweet, and fun). The rest were good but not standout. The service was very quick and we had started and finished the meal within an hour. A great spot particularly for restaurant week! read more
4 years ago
A favorite Spanish restaurant in Philly. This time, I had the Pan de Pato (Duck Cofit) and the Pernil Asado. I'm making Pernil Asado for Christamas dinner, so I wanted a reference to know how accurate I can replicate it. Always an enjoyable dining experience, I was chatting with my waiter, Zach about their cod croquetas were not as flavorful compared to another Spanish place. Turns out I had previously had the cod Jamon cigarello croquetas, not the Croquetas de Bacalao. So to my surprise he sent out a complimentary sampling! Yep, those are as good or better than the other place. Thanks Zach, you won me over! Missy is always a gracious manger. read more
My favorite restaurant in Philly! I almost didn't want to write a review because I didn't want the place to become too popular for me to not be able to make a reservation - but that would be selfish and unfair. I live a few blocks from Amada and have been to this restaurant 15+ times. It's excellent for every occasion - birthdays, Sunday brunch/drunch, date nights, or just a casual weekday dinner. I bring all my friends visiting from out of town to Amada and will continue to do so. The food menu has a variety of tapas which are reasonably priced for the quantity and quality of the food. I think I have tried everything on the menu and am yet to be disappointed. But some of my favorites have to be the Manchego served with truffle lavender honey (yum!), tortilla espanola, arroz temporado (wild mushroom rice), pinxtos (spiced chicken brochett), and the pato con pochas (duck confit with fennel and pocha bean stew). Oh and their cheesecake is heavenly too! Even during the pandemic, the staff have taken precautions with PPE and social distancing, set up outdoor seating, and have adjusted to a reduced contact dining experience (QR code menus). Dined here last night and I'm already waiting to go back for more! read more
6 years ago
Came back here again and really enjoyed it (this time not during restaurant week). Sat at the bar and had a very cool bartender who recommended a lot of the dishes we ordered. Highlights were the the Wagyu steak- so tender and flavorful, and the wild mushrooms- just earthy and deliciously seasoned. Everything else was delicious too - small portions tapas style is a favorite of ours. Great experience ! read more
Have been wanting to come to Amada for so long and I'm so glad I finally made it in for a date night. I thought the food was amazing and loved my wine flight. We ordered the Pulpo, brussel sprouts and salad but next time I hope to try a lot more. Will certainly be back and recommend to anyone having a girls night or date night! read more
5 years ago
Excellent tapas with great service. My party of 3 had the datiles, patata, coca de costillas (flatbread), pulpo (octopus) and Paella Valenciana for dinner. We were full after all that but decided to share a cheese cake and didn't regret it. Everything was well executed and delightful. Especially love the almonds in the datiles. Amada was very busy the Saturday night that we were there so do call ahead to reserve. Large place with laid back ambiance and good vibes. Get the high table by the large window as they offer better privacy. Will be back. read more
6 years ago
During covid they had a outdoor seating area which was nice. Overall I thought this restaurant was more on the fancy type very high end and classy. I had some trouble reading the menu so looked at the description instead.. they didn't have dessert on the menu or a dessert menu so we had to ask the waitress for dessert. I didn't like the food as much, not much flavor and very basic. It is tapas style so I guess should order multiple dishes, I like how the waitress did tell us that since we were new to the restaurant. I don't mind this place but not my style of food... review is based on the service and the lovely seating arrangement during covid! Thank you! read more
This is the best brunch place in Philly. You can't beat $5 mimosas and Bloody Marys. Except for maybe their shakshuka--I swear I'm still thinking about it months later. The egg is perfectly cooked, layers of flavors are fantastic, and it's just enough to be full without being stuffed. The price for what you get is fantastic. They also have a bunch tasting menu, which is three courses if you're a little hungrier, but there's really no need unless you're starving. I've been here five or six times for brunch but only once for dinner, and I honestly preferred bunch better, although the scallops from the dinner menu had a damn near perfect sear. read more
4 years ago
I stopped in here for happy hour on a tuesday and it was packed! They have cute outdoor seating, the bar is super pretty, and the dining area is also great...I got the last seat at the bar, it was so pretty inside, great atmosphere, and great food! I got some happy hour food, started with the croquetas which were pretty good, I don't think I'd get them again though. I also ordered a board with manchego & serrano ham, the manchego only came with 2 slices but I was surprised how much ham they give you! And oh my god the truffle honey it comes with, wow, it was plenty for dinner! The staff were all really nice, the interior is beautiful & the vibes are here! Definitely a great spot for happy hour in this awesome neighborhood read more
9 years ago
7 years ago
Date night at The Chef's Table was so incredible! There are only a few seats there, so definitely make reservations. (You can't make them online, so just give them a call to request!) Tapas are by far my favorite way to dine, and perfect for a romantic meal. Add a front row seat to all of the culinary action, a candlelit space, and you have yourself a pretty special dining experience, one surely to impress!! We started with some creative cocktails, but of course. 'Talk To Her', made with butter washed run, and black tea with orange and peychaud bitters was a standout for me. 'Broken Hugs' is delicious too. It's lighter and refreshing. Hubs is a fan of the spicy 'Matador'. The aged manchego with granny apple slices and lavender honey, the mixed olives and the thinly sliced Serrano and jamon were perfect lighter first bites we ordered while sipping. That honey is so delicious and sweet. It balanced the tart apple and savory cheese so well. We were given complimentary tuna spread with tasty flat crackers that also started out meal off on the right foot! *You can't go wrong with one of their three sangrias or imported cava or brut though. Must haves are obviously patatas bravas and the gambas al Ajillas (garlic shrimp). Don't be surprised if you find yourself order a second helping of either! Fan favorites for sure! Plant based dishes that should NOT be overlooked are the Berenjenas con miel, perfectly fried eggplant fries with rosemary aioli and spiced garlic honey! Holy moly, these are so good!! The Setas, seasonal mixed mushrooms with truffle oil are seemingly simply, but are to die for!! They are absolutely drool-worthy!! The Coco de Alfachofas flatbread with artichokes, black truffle and manchego is pretty great too! The truffle was very present! The crispy open half shelled lagosta (Maine lobster) and tender vierias (diver scallops) are both excellent mains. Super fresh, well cooked and very tasty! I love and appreciate that can order these half, which gives you the option to taste this, and still have room for other dishes as well. For dessert we had a trio sample of their desserts...tres leche, decadent chocolate cream filled cream cakes and a traditional hazelnut cookie. Everything was super delicious but the chocolate, oh, yesssss!! Dreamy! It just oozed our! Our service at the counter was stellar!! Between that and basically sitting in the kitchen, seeing it all go down, we felt like royalty. Such a wonderful night!! It cost nothing extra to sit at the chef's seat, just a phone call, and I couldn't recommend it more! Trust me guys, book this as a surprise for her now! (We lost count of how many apples one of the chefs cut ever so delicately:) We cannot thank Chef Jose Garces and his staff enough for this delicious meal and trip back to Spain!! read more
2 years ago
7 years ago
(3.5/5) I visited Amada during restaurant week. We were a party of 3 and had just finished participating in a private viewing at the Ritz of the film, "Just Mercy" (phenomenal movie and true story if you haven't seen it yet or read the book). Our screening started late and we were nearly 15 minutes past our 9:30 p.m. reservation. The restaurant was packed! Totally grateful that we were still able to be seated quite promptly. For restaurant week, we were able to try many of the delicious entrees. We each had a choice of 4 or 5 small plates (I cannot recall( and a dessert option. Needless to say...our table was quite full with a multitude of delectable items; some of which we doubled up on. I specifically ordered the mahon cheese plate with truffle honey, the octopus (OMG I LOVE LOVE PULPO), the crab stuffed pepper, and the batatas bravas (fancy potatoes). I loved everything that I ordered and everything that my party ordered overall. Some of our favorites were the grilled chicken, the pulpo, duck and the sizzling crab stuffed peppers. The potatoes and the spanish quiche were also AMAZING! I topped off my meal with bountiful pours of Sangria Tinto. Overall the service was excellent and the only reason that the restaurant did not receive 5 stars was because of ONE IMPORTANT MISHAP! It was a pretty late night. We had some food leftover and I asked the server to box everything together (as the leftovers were allllllll mine for the taking!!!). But when I opened my leftovers for a snack the following day, I noticed that for some reason our server missed packing my octopus. THE HORROR! Not sure how "everything" meant, "everything except the pulpo (my FAV remember?)." Especially since there was more than half the plate left (I ate duck, chicken, cheese, salad, crab etc remember? A girl's stomach is only so big). It was such a disappointment to see the leftover cheese, crab and potatoes with NO PULPO! My friend was sad for me and actually called the restaurant to advise what happened. I am happy to say that I am told that they will make it right on my next visit. This is yet to occur however I look forward to what might come and will definitely keep you posted! read more
My party of four dined at Amada last Friday (7/29/22) at 6 pm. Our reservation was at 6, We had tickets to a show at 8, and the place was busy. I'm happy to say the service was attentive, patient, friendly, and efficient! Once the plates were ordered, they came out, 1-2 at a time and it was so fun to see what was going to come out next. Our waitress even helped us with our order since most of our party was unfamiliar with tapas. And the food was outstanding!! Everything I tried was mouthwatering, and I tried everything our table ordered! My plates included the lamb ribs and the rice dish with veggies. Yummy!! Our group also ordered the skirt steak and the crab stuffed peppers. The latter was the best thing I ate that night! My boyfriend who tends to be a picky diner, loved everything too! Our entire party walked away full & happy, and we had plenty of time to make it to our show. I highly recommend Amada and I would definitely go back! read more
I went here for a pre-dinner dinner. Got a couple of tapas and drinks. Every item was a winner, and as it was happy hour when I was there, very inexpensive too. Next time I'm in Philly, I want to try eating a full dinner here. read more
4 years ago
Amada has been on my list and I just happened to be in the area at a weird time and decided to stop in for a drink and apps. Their kitchen didn't open until 4:00 for dinner, but luckily that was soon after we got their. I got one of their gin and tonic cocktails and it was huge and delicious. We also got a few of their apps and they were great. The crab stuffed peppers were especially delicious. The bartender was very nice as well. Great vibes. read more
Restaurant week review: first time here, and I'll definitely be back not during restaurant week. We started with the hugs tequila drink and the sangria, which were both great. We were seated about a half hour late, but it worked out because the last person in our party was running a little late. The food came out as it was prepared, which is typical, and the waitress warned us. Everything we had was delicious, but we think we liked he flatbreads the best. The grilled seafood was very flavorful. Everyone loved the garlic shrimp, which were cooked perfectly. Olives were a hit as well. Desserts were great too. While everything was tapa sized, we didn't leave hungry. We were very content without being stuffed like you are at some places. The interior was very cool with old fashioned lamps. The bar is incredibly tall. I felt like a hobbit sitting at it, but it was a terrific experience for everyone! read more
More of a 3.5 but I guess I'll round up. I came for restaurant week lunch at 1:30 and it took them 20 minutes to get us seated even with a reservation. They somehow ran out of both chicken and cauliflower yikes. To start, I had the garlic shrimp which was probably the highlight of the meal. Shrimp was super tender and flavorful, but the bread was very stale (idk if this is a Spanish thing and it's supposed to be like that or something?). Beautiful presentation. Next was the fries. I am such a fan of the sauce which was like a creamy aioli fused with smoky paprika flavor. Very oily but very filling. Burger was so dry it could have caught on fire if you lit a match near it, 1/10 would not recommend. The dessert tocinillo was decent- while it was way too sweet to eat a lot of, the citrus meringue had a nice light acidity that cuts into the overpowering sweetness. Overall worth going to for rw lunch deal but would probably not come back. Stay away from burger at all costs, shrimp is good. read more
We came here for the $27 brunch deal and this is definitely an amazing, if not the best brunch deal in Center City. Must get: any pan con (bruschetta - prefer clasico), garlic shrimp, green salad, mushroom, truffle egg Meh: anchovies (very sour, but too few), cauliflower stem Missed: everything else My friend and I placed a reservation for lunch, only to be surprised by an amazing and affordable tapas deal with non-traditional tapas cuisine. You get to choose 3 different items and get unlimited coffee and bread for just $27. We also decided to get the red snapper and a few other dishes to make sure we were full. The service was very friendly and accommodating and the coffee refills made me blush with energy and caffeine. My favorites were the generous portions of the flavorful pan con and the wild mushrooms. The red snapper was delicious but just a little bit pricey, but lean, nutty and firm, almost like swordfish. I didn't get to try the benedict, but it was definitely sizable. Overall, this was a great deal and my current favorite brunch spot. Food: 4 stars Service: 4 stars Price: 4 stars Ambiance: 3 stars read more
5 years ago
It has been a long long time since we have dined at Amada . I must say Amada will continue to be one of the best restaurants in Philly . I love there lamb chops , shrimps, chorizo, and stuffed peppers( are to die for ). We are very happy to be able to dine at Amada again . Thank you all for your dedication and hard work ! We will alway come back for more . read more
Headed to amada for lunch... its been a while but was craving small plates. Ended up getting the cheesesteak and paprika fries... Was ok... i think i like their dinner menu better. The service was sub par (more the waiter). The ambiance is more geared toward dinner time or after work read more
4 years ago
Great tapas and drink selections. We had a reservation made a month in advance. It was busy so we had some difficulty getting our waitress other than that no complaints. read more
3 years ago
I'm a fan of tapas-style restaurants because I get to try lots of dishes. This place has the classics and they are all pretty good. Server was really friendly- she recommended the right amount of dishes and didn't try to talk us into ordering more than we could eat. - Green salad- mostly greens, though these were nice and fresh with a good dressing. A few little asparagus. Didn't notice the avocado and favas if they were there. - Spanish octopus- slices of tentacle were nicely cooked and flavored with paprika- recommend - Goat cheese with fig and cherry jam- good sized slice of cheese was tasty with the jam and pretty green apple slices. I preferred without the slices of dry bread - Roasted cauliflower- my fave dish of the evening- there were some sort of pickled and sweet flavors all mixed together. The result was delish! - Artichokes- was a little disappointed with this, three small slices of artichoke in a creamy Parmesan sauce. Not my fave, esp for $11. Drinks were meh. I'm not sure my gin and tonic actually had any gin. And my sister's wine was a light pour. Maybe better value if you go with a bottle, or just stick to the food. Good spot for traditional tapas, esp if you can get a seat at the chef's counter and watch the talented crew at work. read more
5 years ago
Not too many complaints about this place. The restaurant has a very extensive tapas menu, so anyone can find something that they would like. These tapas did not take me to Spain but they got me pretty close. The pulpo and the croquetas are must haves. During out visit, we ate at the bart and the male bartenders were very attentive. The food came out pretty fast in different waves. Also, the restaurant has a very generous tapas happy hour menu that contains multiple items for around $5 bucks. Note: the tapas portions are small, which are typical at these types of restaurants, so do mot expect to be stuffed from two-three plates. I hope to visit this restaurant when I visit Philadelphia again. read more
After hoarding my hard earned OpenTable dining reward for months, I finally decided to use it for my first time at Amada! I had heard people raving about it and knew it would not disappoint. I love the tapas style of dining because you get to try so many things! We started with the chef's selection charcuterie board which was amazing. I loved the assortment of cheese and meats which went so well with the honey, nuts, and assorted sides. For tapas, our personal favorites were the bacon-wrapped dates and gambas al ajillo. I had read some reviews complaining about things being too salty, which I wholeheartedly concurred with after my first bite of the croquetas de jamon. I literally could not finish my half because it was overbearingly salty. I expected more from chorizo a la plancha but it was nothing special. All in all, an enjoyable dining experience that doesn't live entirely up to the hype. The bill at the end was sizeable even post $50 dining reward. read more
Came on a Saturday for an early birthday dinner. They were so accommodating to our group. Restaurant did not seem too busy and things were clean and organized. The food was great! We ordered a few plates between the six of us which was plenty. We especially enjoyed the patatas bravas and cheese plates. Our server was great unfortunately I forgot her name but she was hilarious and so patient with our group read more
9 years ago
This review is about a week overdue but my friend and I came here for Restaurant Week. When you receive the meals, you think "How is this going to fill me up?" and trust me, it does! For appetizers, we got the 'Spicy Potatoes', 'Garlic Shrimp', Salad and the bread/aged cheese and applies with the Lavender Honey. All of which were delicious! But the best one was, surprisingly, the salad. It was just super fresh and perfect. For entrees, we got the 'Crab Stuffed Pepper', 'Wild Mushroom Rice', Chicken with the Fried Egg and this Sausage Flatbread. They were all very good but my favorite was the Mushroom Rice. Very flavorful! Lastly for dessert, we had the Hazelnut Puff Pastry and the Egg Cream Custard dessert. They were good as well but definitely our least favorite course. We had to wait an hour for a table but that's our fault for not reserving a table on a Friday night. The service was quick and we got to sit right in front of the kitchen so we could watch everything which was so fun! Nice place for sure! read more
I had very high expectations coming here. From the pictures, decor and of course all the reviews. I ended up coming in here on a Saturday night and was told that the menu was only the restaurant week menu. You couldn't even order something a la carte. I'll explain further: Place - beautiful place ! I love the decor inside and outside. Once you walk in, you'll be greeted by the hosts who seem to always be on post ready to help. We ended up sitting at a high top table which was normal to me. Wish I could've experienced a regular dinner menu with a booth seating though. Service - lacking! I ordered a drink and it took me reminding the waiter a total of 2-3 times what I ordered before it was served. They didn't know how to take away empty plates or even set the plates of food on the table for us. I had to move everything so they can fit things etc. you know what I'm talking about, it's frustrating because it's supposed to be their job?. Train the employees on this please. Food - it's a tapas spot. None of the dishes were a stand out to me. Maybe because it was restaurant week that I'm assuming that they have everything cooked for the masses. It's not that it was edible but I was expecting more. The patatas bravas were small blocks of potatoes that were overly spiced. Not good. The only thing that was decent was the arroz temporado which consists of wild mushroom rice, English peas, black truffle (more like truffle oil) and manchego. Bad first experience but I am willing to give it another try with the regular menu. read more
3 years ago
Amada /ah-mah-dah/ (adjective): beloved From the get go, this establishment endears itself to its patrons with its warm hospitality, from its welcoming and friendly waiters to its softly lit ambiance to its, from the casual camaraderie exuded by other diners to the first bite of the complimentary flatbread and tuna spread replacing the typical "break bread" served at most restaurants, propelling Amada into another class of restaurant that says, "Patron, I love you." Garnished prose aside, this restaurant was poppin'. Going tapas style is the way to go here, with a typical guest feeling satiated with 2-3 plates. Best is to split plates so a party of 2+ might be ideal to try many things. I came with one other person and we ordered Jamon ibérico, manchego cheese, mushroom flatbread, lamb meatballs, and the duck confit. The hit of the night was the lamb meatball dish. The meatballs themselves were so tender and sharp in flavor (my guess is they mixed some kind of cheese into the ground lamb blend? Otherwise I'm unsure how they achieved this flavor + creamy texture). I also really enjoyed the mushroom flatbread (which also had a sharp cheese on top). As for the the duck confit, it was also very tender and rich. Last comments: The charcuterie was tasty, but I'm not sure I would pay $25 for 3-4 pieces of iberic ham again... I know import taxes and meat import regulations make iberic ham a scarcity in the US, but considering that 3-4 pieces in Spain might only cost 1-2 euro, it just feels very cost inefficient (and way beyond accounting for the import considerations). We didn't have room for dessert, but I definitely will be back to try some (along with the other tasty looking dishes). read more
Visited Amanda for the first time with 5 other friends during ccd restaurant week. Overall, theres a wide variety of tapas provided, and we all got to try a handful of different dishes. Definitely an experience. Initially thought the portions would not be enough, but by the end of the meal everyone was full. Location: in old city. Weather was horrible, but easy to find. Inside the restaurant was super dark, but the space is relatively nice.. many twists and turns and we were seated in the back area. They have a bar too Service: service was good. The front was able to bring our luggage to coat check and accommodate us well. We did arrive on time for our reservation, but had to wait ~15 min to get seated because they weren't ready for us. Food: Classic spanish tapas. All flavors were generally moderate and not overpowering. I've been to Spain and had similar tapas.. would say they do a pretty nice job. For the price, especially in restaurant week (~$45 per person w tip and tax), it's definitely worth going to Amanda! read more
My wife and I were really excited to try Amada, and it did not disappoint! We dined here last Wednesday which was during Philly's Restaurant Week, and it was a great decision. Right to it, it was a family-style dining. To begin, we got the patatas bravas w/ chipotle aioli, argulua salad w/ shaved parmesan and, and the manchego cheese w/ truffled lavender honey and apples. Everything came out quickly and we loved all the dishes we got here! Next, we got the paella (vegetarian) and the mushroom flatbread. My wife had most of the paella and I devoured the flatbread. We would easily get these meals again for sure! Finally, dinner was wrapped up with an egg custard cup and a plate of two chocolate lava pieces. These were very decadent and enjoyed by us a lot! The service was outstanding. Even though it was absolutely a packed house, our waitress, Debbie, was able to quickly navigate through and get us our foods and drinks with ease! She was a pleasure and made our dining experience that much better! Can not wait to return to Amada! read more
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217 Chestnut St
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$65 per person with an extra $35 for wine tasting
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