Amada is a MUST visit for anyone who enjoys family style meals with friends. We were a party of 8 for a friend's 30th birthday and tried the chef's tasting menu in addition to the paella valenciana. We enjoyed a four course tapas meal including: a cheese plate with manchego and meat (can't remember what that was), lamb meatballs, turkey milanese, truffled mushrooms, seared scallops (my favorite), roasted cauliflower, patatas bravas, flatbread with lamb, bacon-wrapped dates, and salad. Everything was so delicious and worth every penny. I had the cabernet granache and albarino throughout the meal and both were light and tasty. I will definitely be back to Amada! And, lastly special thank you to the amazing staff, especially our waitress (who mentioned she is a photographer but I cannot remember her name) who helped make the dinner special for my friend :) read more

Amada - Paella Valenciana. Loved it but wish the edges were crispy like with a traditional paella. Still, this was so delicious! - Tapas Bars Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Took my wonderful xgf dentist here for a post tooth instillation dinner. Tooth worked wonderfully. And food was great here as usual. Anchovies octopus crispy roast pork goat cheese peppers and some arugula in a jamon sushi roll. etc etc etc You get the idea read more

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This is my second time eating here in the last 6 months and both times the food was outstanding! I highly recommend Amada! We LOVED all of our food except the paella was just okay. Highly recommend ordering the dates, garlic shrimp, lamb meatballs, verde salad, and croquetas. The gin and tonic with cucumber and rosemary was also fantastic and refreshing. The strawberry gin and tonic was a little to syrupy. The service and ambiance was fantastic as well! read more

Given this was a weekend we were supposed to be in Spain, the SO surprised me by picking me up from the airport and stopping by Amanda to grab so many choices to enjoy. While it's not the same as being in Seville, Alora or Malaga, I felt like at least the food was a great reminder of what was to have been. Given that we did a take-out experience, there wasn't a great way to do pictures, but I've included some anyway. From the charcuterie kit, chorizo, Brussels sprouts, flatbread, bacon wrapped dates, and more...everything was delicious. And given we had so many items with the kit, they put the honey, mustard, olives, etc in nice little jars. What a great way to be spoiled...with perfect food and a reminder of Spain. read more

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Salt Bomb. I can't believe it. As a LONG time veteran of Amanda since they opened in 2005 and a huge fan I could not believe the meal we had last night. We ordered 7 dishes, a mix of old time favorites and new items they had to offer. Of all 7 items 4 were unbearably salty. It's started w the prosciutto salad and we just thought the ham that was extra salty, as that can happen. But it got worse. The ham croquettes, duck confit, chicken la planxa were so over salted it was horrible. Sadly, we couldn't even finish the chicken. The other 3 were as good as always. Garlic shrimp, short rib flat bread, and empanadas. I understand Jose Garces is not as involved as he used to be since the restaurant was sold, but over salting food is an amateur mistake. Period. read more

The romantic lighting really sets the mood as soon as we walked in. Got seated at a quiet table towards the back. Ordered a bunch of tapas and honestly really liked all of them. My favorites had to be the scallops and empanadas. Great for larger groups to split family-style. On the pricey side but the great service and food are worth it! read more

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Food was outstanding. Glad we happened to catch a table as a walk in two on a Monday, they were packed. Grab a reservation for sure.

I came to Amada for restaurant week, and it was a pleasurable dining experience! There was indoor and outdoor dining, and the staff were attentive. The food was great. Not sure if I would come back, but the food was uniquely different yet familiar, and I enjoyed it. read more

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Amada consistently leaves me feeling underwhelmed. The food is good, sometimes but rarely great. My favorite menu item has always been their patatas bravas, but the last visits they were in the shape of fries and not little cylinders. The sauce was drizzled over them liberally, which overpowered the potato flavor. Essentially, my favorite thing about Amada has changed and not for the better. The ensalata verde is delicious, as is the cauliflower dish. Their croquetas are ok. Again, underwhelmed. They have good menus (that never seem to change) during Restaurant Weeks if you want to check out their selection without breaking the bank. Otherwise, hold off unless you plan to stop in for Happy Hour. read more

Jose Garce's FIRST restaurant.. and can i just say the food was DELICIOUS at this dark but casual tapas joint BEST SANGRIA ever, although i couldn't taste the alcohol!! the blanca was the best of the 2 we tried ---tortilla espanola: SO unique & very filling for a tapa dish since it's stufffed w/ potatoes... super flavorful w/ yummy saffron aioli for dipping ---piquillos rellenos: (crab stuffed peppers) FRESH crab, comes w/ 2 ---beef short rib flat bread w/ parmesan & bacon: nutty flavors! the meat was so good but i wasn't a huge fan of the parmesan ---bacalao a la plancha: the black cod was MELT IN YOUR MOUTH, cooked just under medium & the crust was SO perfectly crispy ---complimentary almond cookie at the end of the meal: nice light sweetness it's an open kitchen but we were seated in back area away from kitchen where it's darker NOTE: the waiter said to shoot for 3 tapas dishes per person but it really depends on how filling the ones you order are! the two of us were fine w/ 2 each (prob since the tortilla espanola was so filling) i'd def come back for MORE read more

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I love Amada , so you should just go in and start enjoying yourself, there review over. I guess I can't really leave a review like that, I think you'd want some more into it in why I love it. Fine so I guess this review is not over as we dive in, let see maybe you'll love this place as I do. The ambiance is nothing but spectacular, with the lighting not to dark, not to bright making this for an amazing meal to come. It really doesn't matter where you sit in Amada from the bar with the hanging prosciutto to the subtle seating in the other room. This makes it a perfect dining experience in Old City so come in and enjoy a cocktail or two while exploring. As our night couldn't get any better our dinner was a marvel, nothing but phenomenal all around. Cooked to perfection, the flavors that they add to these dishes. The marinades, the time put into every little detail can not be matched, a burst , the smiles and sighs of satisfaction with every bite. This was on our menu, the traditional tasting menu with some other add-ons. I highly recommend everything by the way. 1) Datiles con Almendras~This is a bacon wrapped around medjool dates, with almonds, cabrales. 2) Artisanal Spanish~ These are olives that are prepared in a manner that I can not explain, it is just that good 3) Pulpo a la Gallega~ ** A must order** This is their Grilled Octopus and it is banging, so get 2 orders of this. 4) Almejas con Chorizo~~ Clams with Chorizo 5) Patatas Bravas~ Spicy Potatoes 6) Piquillos Rellenos~ Crab-Stuffed Peppers which is unreal 7)Croquetas De Jamn~ Ham croquettes, which is simply delicious Not from the traditional tasting menu we also went with grilled scallops and grilled calamari, with an aged Manchego, it is an traditional cheese in a truffled lavender honey. If you are wondering why we had ordered all of those items this is a tapas restaurant. Small portions for two, which makes this an exciting place to visit. All the fresh tastes to be explored without feeling guilty. Will I be back again? Yes!. Do I recommend this for you? Yes, I highly recommend this restaurant. This along with the service and treatment we received, this is a solid 5 on my end, plus order their traditional cocktail, its on point. read more

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The service and food are amazing! I highly recommend the crab stuffed peppers. This is the most perfect spot for a first date!! It's a game changer! read more

There is a reason why this place has such high ratings, the secret is in the ingrediants and savory small plates, with a little help from Iron Chef Jose Garces. I looked forward to trying Amada, because I love small plates and they had such high reviews. We decided to order up a little of everything, including: *Charcuteria, Cured Meats: http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/S8ZFYEgMejpChID8tzKo9A?select=X3pW-9wnjt1O_hSIxH7oQg *Cheese Platter, manchengo, garrotxa, cabrales cheeses and matching sauces: http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/S8ZFYEgMejpChID8tzKo9A?select=xQ_f0vGgmJ3MhUi6UZrARg *Artisan Spanish Olives: http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/S8ZFYEgMejpChID8tzKo9A?select=eShAfC7iMEi3NAidRXJc-Q *Grilled Scallops: http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/S8ZFYEgMejpChID8tzKo9A?select=-VsvHlbxHrB8trkIM1g4vg *Crab Stuffed Piquillos Rellenos: http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/S8ZFYEgMejpChID8tzKo9A?select=nLSc60HPUOeuOyYwOHXSfA *Grilled Chroizo: http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/S8ZFYEgMejpChID8tzKo9A?select=CRtcm3nkrv4z5ZrmnOnjJQ *Warm Lima & Fava Bean Salad: http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/S8ZFYEgMejpChID8tzKo9A?select=ZJ_3Pnk2l_tkf_7FhkMqjg All paired with the Ommegang Witte, a nice 5.1%ABV Begian Style Ale. http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/S8ZFYEgMejpChID8tzKo9A?select=f37wxskbjjc9xdoDQ6jbrw The food and lunch was perfect, the plates came as they were ready so we sat and enjoyed our bites of different things during conversation. It's lunches like these that inspire my cooking and make me feel like a lucky girl. read more

Amada - Scallops grilled in a light pesto - Tapas Bars Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Amada is a must visit in the city! The feature a tapas menu, which is great to try to multiple things. It is a huge menu w/ lots of veggie options, and I feel like I always leave with a positive experience from a restaurant when I know I want to go back to try more things on the menu. The dishes and style are very authentic to their spanish cuisine. Everything was so flavorful. Their meat & cheese board was FIRE - don't miss out on that. The atmosphere is quaint & rich, with lots of dark and wood tones. Very unique setting, and just a cool experience overall. read more

I am slowly doing a little tour of semi-celebrity chef Jose Garces dining establishments. Tapas places are popular today partly because of Jose Garces's status and television exposure. His exposure has not been overwhelming yet and unlike many celebrity chefs that turn their attention to national exposure, nationwide chains, and a line of frozen pizza's found at Safeway, Jose Garces appears to be staying to his roots with slow expansion. The result is a small set of high quality establishments. Several follow a similar theme such as Amada and Tinto, while others offer a different experience like Village Whiskey and Guapos Tacos mobile truck. Amada was his first, opened in 2005 and is still going strong. Amada is billed as "authentic Spanish Tapas". I cannot speak to the authenticity (never been to Spain) and I am certainly not Spanish. What I can tell you is that in my 3 dining different experiences there, I walked away very happy and satisfied with the food - though I had bad service once, as you will read. 1. Dining alone, I was seated in the end seat at the Chef's Counter - a divider between the buzzing dining room and the high energy kitchen. It was a perfect place when alone - with the the entertaining view into the kitchen & the ability to scan the dining room or watch the crowd in the bar. I started with a Matador cocktail, sweeter than I prefer, but still tasty. I ordered the soup, Pulpo, Piquillos Rellenos and a glass of Tempranillo. The dishes were all well prepared, delivered in a timely fashion and full of flavor. The 1 thing I would change is the Rellenos - quite tasty but the more delicate crab meat was a little lost in the other flavors. The food was too much for me so I shared a little with the two young ladies to my left. They too were very pleased with their dishes. The service was excellent. 2. My second visit was with two others. We were able to score a table in the bar area. Plenty of action to see & pretty people to watch. Service was a little slower because of the crowds in the bar, but we enjoyed the scenery and did not mind the extra time. A round of cocktails was followed by 6 small plates and a bottle of wine. Again, every dish was well prepared and very good. We got a variety of meats & seafood and finished off with a selection of two cheeses. Sorry, can't remember the specific dishes - it was a few months ago, and I had a few glasses of wine with dinner before walking back to the hotel. 3. For my third visit I took my beautiful daughter - we were in the area for a wedding and were able to swing 2 nights in Philly before flying home to our respective states. It was the evening fireworks in Philly, so the streets, bars, and restaurants were all quite crowded. We were seated at a table off the bar area and right by the large windows looking out onto the street. It was another good location for people watching. Unfortunately this time my visit was a let-down - thus the 4 stars vs the 5 stars I was going to give them. The food was great as usual, but the service was painfully slow. I am not a pain-in-the-ass who expects prompt service all of the time. I enjoy a leisurely meal, I understand slower service on busy nights, I am very tolerant - and besides, I was enjoying a final evening with my daughter so I was in no rush. But service that night was bad to the point where I finally complained (something I rarely do). One thing about small plate dining is they bring out the dishes as they are prepared. So you get them spaced out during the meal and some of them come fairly quickly. This evening, after finally ordering, nothing came for quite some time. It wasn't everyone though, which is what really bothered me. The table of 3 guys seated outside after us received all of their plates & the bill before we received our first dish. The staff rarely smiled when they came by - particularly the female wait staff. They had a smile for just about everyone else. I got the strong feeling they thought I was an older guy dating a young hottie. So I did 2 things: first, politely told the hostess "MY DAUGHTER and I are getting quite hungry and have been here for quite some time. Could you please have someone check on that status of our order." Second, when our waiter came to ask if I wanted another glass of wine (still no food), I told him I did not want to order any more wine because I was afraid it would further delay delivery of our food and MY DAUGHTER is quite hungry. After that the food began arriving fairly quickly and the staff smiled at us when bringing it (including one of the ladies that was at the hostess stand. So did we really get bad service because they thought what I think they were thinking? I don't know, but after I made sure they knew that the young woman with me was my daughter, things picked up. Either way, I should not have had to say something. So that knocked them down to 4 stars. read more

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Shout out to our waitress Candy, who was so kind and thoughtful! One of the best service I have received and they provided us complimentary calimari and desserts for how long the food took to be served (it was not that long tbh). Food is so good- especially the artichoke flat bread. Must try! read more

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Heard about this place from a friend and then restaurant week came out! I really wanted to try this place and it was definitely worth it. We made reservations for lunch and didn't have to wait long for our table! We had the manchego cheese and gambas al ajillo. The cheese went so well with the honey! It was so tasty! The gambas al ajillo was so delicious! The shrimp was great and the sauce we kept to the end! The patatas bravas were amazing! We asked for more sauce on the side!! The bowl was really good! The entrecôte was nice and tender! So juicy! The piquillos rellenos was good as well! That cheesecake really hit the spot! I also enjoyed my rose gold drink! Definitely be back after restaurant week to try some of the other goodies! Service was excellent. read more

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We did the Chef special selection , La Mesa de Jose. It was 4 courses. Outstanding choices with imagination and flavor. We upgraded to the $75/pp. Plenty of food. Server was knowledgeable. Dessert course was a touch underwhelming compared to the other three, if I'm being harsh. But we left extremely satisfied. read more

We went to Amada this past Saturday night for our first wedding anniversary and had a great experience. The staff provided us with complimentary champagne (and noticed I was pregnant but left the second glass for my husband and quickly fulfilled my request for a virgin mojito), did not rush us, and provided excellent service. The food was delicious as always. We ate a TON. The bacon wrapped dates are always a must, as is the octopus. The manchego with truffle honey was delicious as always. By now, we have sampled most of the menu and have yet to be disappointed with any dish. A great experience at Amada, again. read more

Way downhill since its heyday but still charging premium prices. Half of our tasting menu was left behind. Overcooked steak, chewy risotto, boring sangria and a bunch of other stuff I couldn't finish. Go to any of a dozen better places within a block. read more

I've been here 3 times. The first time was for RW lunch with a friend a while back. The place was hopping and seating was tight, but service was efficient and the experience was smooth. The Caldo Gallego (bean and ham stew), Ensalada Verde (very tasty salad), Patatas Bravas (spicy potatoes), and Chorizo a la Plancha were very memorable, which inspired my second visit... ...for my birthday, also a while back. Although I was really excited to celebrate it here, I was not wowed by this experience. I tried some highly anticipated items, such as the Pulpo a La Gallega (Spanish Octopus), Ensalada de Jamon (prosciutto-wrapped salad), the shortrib flatbread, and Pernil Asado (roasted pork), in addition to some repeats from the last experience. The octopus dish was tasty, but I found that most of the pieces tasted like potatoes... because they were. The prosciutto-wrapped date salad was OK, the shortrib flatbread was good, and the Pernil Asado, while deliciously flavored, was a bit too dry. The Mixto cheese platter was also underwhelming. While I loved the condiments, I barely remember the cheeses because the portions were microscopic. Also, the service was a bit off on this night. However, I came back for the most recent Pig Out event and everything was excellent. To start off, I really think Amada makes the best sangrias in town. The service was great and all dishes were well-executed, starting with the Spinach Salad, Padron Peppers, and grilled chorizo (which was a good as I remembered it). The sides of Rosemary White Beans, Roasted Fingerling Potatoes, and Garbanzos a la Catalana were also great - although this last one had way more chickpeas than garbanzo beans. Perhaps it could be renamed "Chickpeas a la Catalana." The roasted suckling pig was very tender and was the best rendering of suckling pig I've had. The bacon doughnuts we got for dessert were also good, albeit a bit dry. However, they paired very well with the always excellent Garces coffee. Overall, there were some hiccups here and there, but I would still recommend this restaurant. read more

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An incredible place to stop for lunch especially on Sunday as they provide an entire tasting menu full of various tapas that are uniquely made by the chef that week. It was truly an amazing experience for lunch and is near the heart of the historic district of Philadelphia. I would go again in a heartbeat and have suggested it to many friends. read more

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I had been waiting for a long time to eat at Amadas but had never found the right time where we (friends and I) could all go together. Finally got a chance to go during restaurant week, but was a little disappointed with the food and the service. First, the party was large, but we were promised seating in the main dining area. Instead, we were seated in the back room, and while it was fun to have our own "private room" I do feel like we missed the ambiance that the front dining area has because it overlooks the kitchen and the street, and there a more decorations etc. Secondly, I feel the menu was ok, but the mix of foods on there is enough for a stomachache if you dont pick the right dishes together. They get an A+ for originality and unique flavors. Lastly, as the dishes came out, the servers just randomly put them wherever there was space on the table- with no effort to figure out who's dishes they were or what the description of each dish was. Since it was restaurant week and we ate off a set menu, we each had picked many of the same dishes and they got all mixed up. To this day who knows if we got all the dishes we had ordered. Bottom line- I really want to try it again, I dont feel like Amadas and I got off on the right foot. read more

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Often when I start these reviews, I have to stop myself from writing lead-in sentences that say: "Oh, my goodness. This place is the definition of five stars." or "I'm in love." This was one of those times. I refrained. I made my inaugural Amada visit during this past Restaurant Week and thought it was a great deal. So, so much food! Let's see. What did I try... White sangria: Ahead of my visit, Amada-veteran and my good friend Lindsay V. recommended I get this. Yep. On-point. This was one darn good drink. Whew. Serrano ham: While this was a bit chewy, I think it was supposed to be a bit chewy. It was also very good and came on a huge plate. Wasn't it supposed to be a tapa? I guess a huge plate can be a tapa? I know nothing about tapas. Apparently "a tapa" isn't even grammatically correct, according to Yelp's spellcheck. So noted. Manchego cheese with truffled lavender honey: I don't know what was better about this cheese. The actual amazing cheese (one of the greatest cheeses I've tried to-date), or watching Ashley S. lap up the lavender honey. Hers... and also my leftovers. Goat cheese: Because one cheese was not enough. This was tasty. Short rib flatbread: This mostly came home with me. It warmed up nicely the next day! Chocolate torte dessert: Extremely rich and well-executed. Still not sure how I felt about the side ice cream, though. Amada itself is beautiful and is tucked in a great part of town. I'm trying to think of a good closing line, but I'm going to instead just say: Go. read more

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The food was delicious but they didn't have half the things on the menu available. The staff was mostly nice, but they did rush us out towards the end... even though we dropped $1,500. Overall recommend. read more

Visited for a birthday dinner: Food - is fantastic. Incredibly fresh ingredients cooked in very creative ways. Everything from classic tapas to funky new concoctions were spot on. Service - was good. We didn't order alcoholic drinks, which I know can be a downer, but we still felt very taken care of. The staff made great recommendations. Ambiance - was dimly lit (maybe a tad bit dark), had upbeat music, and a great vibe. Drinks - did not get alcohol, but the sangrias looked quite nice. Pricing - on the higher side, but not excessive and definitely worth it in my opinion. The tapas were really quite good. read more

I want to order some meals from this restaurant in the restaurant week but I cannot find the restaurant week menu from Amanda website. Due to this reason, I called the restaurant front desk, but what I didn't expect was that a front desk waitress hung up the phone three times. from 7pm to 7:10pm on September 13th. On the fourth call, a waiter answered and said patiently how to find the restaurant week menu. This one star is for the food. It tastes delicious. read more

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Came here for restaurant week on a date, and while everything was really good, nothing was "incredible" as the hype made it seem. Especially since this is the flagship of Iron Chef Jose Garces. Made a reservation, arrived to a PACKED restaurant and we had a wait of a few minutes and were seated quickly. The table is a bit awkwardly long, but the reason for it made sense very quickly. Upon ordered, the table was soon PACKED with various yummy dishes. Service was super quick and great. Dessert of the custard and chocolate cake was good. Good option in old city, just didn't quite live up to my (possibly over-inflated) expectations read more

Garces is a restaurant god. And Amada's is his temple. Come and worship him at your leisure. Just returned to Amada's for the upteenth time to enjoy their restaurant week menu. Fine food for an incredible price. Amada's serves classic southern Spain tapas with a Garces flair. My favorites include; madre e hijo, manchego w/ lavender truffle honey, ensalada verde, esparragos con trufas and I can go on and on. Service is exceptional and a team effort. A waiter take your order but any number of servers bring your ordered dishes to the table. The flatware and silverware disappears and appears never interrupting the meal. Best of all, each tapa is lovingly announced when brought to the table so we are clear which dish we are consuming. Seasonal sangria is a treat...I had the tinto and the temporada tonight. Tinto had a nice winter spice where the temporada hinted at the apple cider. Restaurant week is a great way to try Garces food on a budget. read more

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Everything from service to the food was amazing. Took my husband for his birthday and had the chefs tasting menu, everything was delicious!!

Scallops might have been the best I ever had! Steak was great along with the shrimp. Was a little bit of a wait! But nice atmosphere perfect for date night! Drinks were amazing! Staff was friendly read more

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HAPPY HOUR REVIEW really impressed with the quality and price with the happy hour choices here! 5pm-7pm happy hours are what makes the world go round. i started with the "broken hugs" cocktail which was delicious! it got packed pretty fast so definitely make it here right at 5pm if you can! All tapas were $5, great deal! COLD TAPAS: olives - delicious and perfectly salty. quantity was very generous, it lasted throughout our whole happy hour stay chorizo pamplona - this is laid out like cold cuts with some pieces of bread. great chorizo, lots of flavor salpicon de mariscos - i didn't enjoy this very much but my boyfriend did. the octopus was in a red type of sauce and not something i was expecting. aged manchego - this was my favorite tapa of the night! the lavender honey went so well with the cheese HOT TAPAS: croquetas were a bit salty and i couldn't really taste the ham but these were fried perfectly tortilla espanola - this was my favorite hot tapa. it was almost like a little crepe cake with cheese and soft tortilla. pimientos de padron - i wish these were fried more but luckily they weren't very spicy! i wish they had a bit more breading as well chorizo bilbao - this was also a good choice, the chorizo was very flavorful and a generous amount was served all in all, for stephen starr happy hour, this place is legit and i definitely recommend. our bartender was great and even though he was working alone at the bar, did a great job at coming to us when we needed him and giving us our space as well read more

This is a hidden GEM! Romantic Tapas food. The food was delicious. The sangria was ok next time i will try the wine. If you visit Philly this is a nice dinner place. read more

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Rarely does every aspect of a restaurant work all amazingly and it did here at Amada. I believe the management and staff here are very efficient and committed and they also seem to have a well oiled process that keeps everything going perfect. You need a reservation here. We called and asked if we could come in earlier and they allowed us to come in 15 minutes earlier. However when we arrived the table was not ready. We were very impressed how the staff and the manager informed us about the delay and periodically asked us if they could get us anything while we wait. Within 10 minutes we got the table. Everything from there was excellent. Every food and drink item was fantastic. We had Piquillos, Pulpo, Chamuca, Zarzuela, Chorizo Bilbao, Entrecute and Solomillo. It takes something extraordinary to get each of them so perfect. Every staff we met was amazing. Our waitress Yasmine was the best and significantly contributed to our experience here. We will certainly be back! read more

Parking is everything to us, so when we went in the middle of the holidays and saw muni parking was on Philadelphia as a courtesy we were really excited to go to dinner and walk around the area. Thanks Philly! Although after turning off the block the cops were waiting to get some money back!! So glad we both dont drink much lol The restaurant from the outside is beautiful and inside is just as spectacular with an open kitchen in the back. The dark wood dim lighting and soft music makes the ambience of this restaurant. We were immediately seated so next time we will check out the bar. We perused the menu and settled on a bunch of dishes Amuse Bouche was a Spanish tuna spread with chips unfortunately this was not a favorite, extremely fishy weird consistency just wasnt well executed. Glad I didn't order it. First dishes that came out were ham croquettes with a romesco. Very well seasoned fried perfectly. I loved this dish salty but also sweet from the romesco sauce. We also ordered a special that night it was empanadas that were filled with short ribs and bone marrow. They were very rich decadent. It were served over olive salad. Second round of dishes we ordered octopus with potatoes. This was for the bf it look like it was grilled and he said it was very good tender and well seasoned. I believe him! The scallop lollipops were extremely large and had a pesto on top they were good but a tad mushy. We had gotten the waygu with potatoes this was a stand out the meat was tender and the sauce it came with was reduced beautifully. I wish this came as a full dish. Lastly was the asparagus with the poached egg and truffle although I really wanted to taste this in it whole it was kind of a mess lol it don't see how this dish works the eggs just kind of disappears. Dessert we ordered donuts they came hot with fig compote and honey ice cream really good it was lightly sweetened. This place is great. I would def order different dishes. They also do whole pig roasts here, if you call in advance and you have a huge party for it. I saw one, I wish I was there to eat pig. :( read more

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After a lot of closed restaurants on Monday and another closed for a special event, this was not my 1st choice, but the result was favorable. Great glass of Spanish wine, a couple of Happy Hour tapas, a few small dishes off the regular menu and an enjoyable sweet and I was gone. A very solid performance, albeit a tad on the salty side. A beautiful old building as well. Keep up the strong work! read more

I stopped by for a solo lunch during the 2018 restaurant week. Amada does not disappoint! I bumped up my review to five stars for the consistency that I've experienced here based on my visits. This time, I started with aged manchego cheese, followed by my favorite roasted cauliflower and the generous-sized herb roasted turkey sandwich. Finally, I finished my lunch with a milhojas and a cup of Americano (yep, the caffeine that I need for the afternoon). Perfect! read more

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Came for restaurant week for the second time. Had reservations at 7pm waited at the bar for 20 mins while they tried to get us a nicer table. We would have been fine at the bar or a regular high top but they went the extra effort to get us a larger table for the wait. Gia was the hostess and excellent! Gave us drinks on the house. Bobby was our server and excellent! Everything we put in our mouths was excellent. Will definitely be back and with more friends to experience this amazing place! Cannot say enough good things! FYI be careful with the red sangria..delicious but powerful! read more

went during restaurant week (not that that changes the food!) and this was absolutely INSANE one of my favorites and would 10/10 recommend and go back read more

Went to Amada the other day for lunch. It was so good. I started with cheese, apples, and lavender infused honey. It was so good. I loved the hint of lavender in the honey. It was subtle but it was good. I also had a Spanish tortilla. Oh, it was so tasty! As an entree I had chorizo and goat cheese in tomato broth. The tomato broth was very good, you could tell it was real tomato. I dipped the chorizo in the cheese. So many flavors at once, so good! The dessert was not my favorite. I don't remember what it was called because it was pretty unforgettable. The service was pretty good. I also had an americano. It was really smooth. read more

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